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Community non-profit rebrands to emphasize support for those struggling with addiction
SAGINAW, Mich.—In the fight against substance abuse disorder, a community non-profit has changed its name to better reflect its mission. Families Against Narcotics (FAN) is now called Face Addiction Now. The organization assists over 100,000 people annually through its various programs. FAN started 16 years ago to support individuals...
Protest leader could see clear path to Saginaw council seat despite crowded field
SAGINAW, MI — A former state House candidate could sail to an easy November election victory in her bid to join the Saginaw City Council despite a dozen people seeking terms on the community’s governing body. Unless a write-in candidate joins the fray before a Friday, Oct. 25,...
MSU researchers who sent seeds to space receive award from NASA
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) have gone to new heights over the years, sending seeds to space. They have worked with other scientists since 2018 to study if plants could survive in space. Now, they are being recognized for their work. “This award is...
Michigan State football roster notes: Weight gains/losses, number swaps, position changes
INDIANAPOLIS – Less than a week out from training camp, Michigan State released its revised fall roster for the 2024 season. After a summer spent with strength and conditioning coach Mike McDonald and his staff, some figures needed to be adjusted. Elsewhere, voluntary alterations were made in the form of jersey number changes, and we have the first official measurements on the newcomers and true freshmen.
Dining Hall Showdown: What are the best and worst dining options on campus?
For incoming MSU freshmen, the college experience offers new experiences that may have not been available before including endless dining buffets, which could help, hurt or welcome uncertain freshmen with open arms- or in this case, plates and bowls.The State News asked current students to explain what the best dining hall on campus to help point freshmen in the right direction. From the dining halls in South neighborhood to Akers in East, here's what students think earns the title "Best Dining Hall" at MSU.North NeighborhoodInternational relations and journalism sophomore Alex Boesch said out of the many dining halls MSU has...
Michigan State players reflect on playing EA Sports ‘College Football 25’ at media days
INDIANAPOLIS, IN. (WLNS) – The college football season is quickly approaching and while the wait and anticipation builds, college football fans have been able to play games ahead of the season. EA Sports released ‘College Football 25’ officially on Friday, July 19, which is the first college football video game the company has released since […]
25-year-old laborer dies after being hit by beam
ALMA, Mich. (WNEM) - A 25-year-old laborer was killed at work after being hit by a beam structure on Tuesday. The incident occurred on Tuesday, July 23 in Alma, according to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). MIOSHA said the preliminary investigation revealed the laborer was hit by...
3 from Wayne, Macomb, Isabella counties share $697,000 Michigan Lottery win
FRANKFORT, Mich. – Three people from Wayne, Macomb, and Isabella counties are splitting a $697,000 Michigan Lottery win. The trio matched the Fantasy 5 numbers from the July 12 drawing: 08-17-18-24-29. They’re splitting $697,974, so each person gets $232,658. David Constantakis, 68, of Wayne County, bought his winning...
Your voter guide for Michigan's August primary election: See who's on the ballot
Amid all the visits Michigan's seen lately from the presidential candidates — as well as a lot of other news involving a switch among presumptive Democratic nominees, an assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump and more — it would be understandable if some voters lost track of our upcoming August 6 primary. ...
Thick smoke arrives from the north today, See the smoke forecast
Wildfire smoke is thickening up north and west of Michigan. Our first wave of smoke is forecasted to move into Michigan. Our best model shows the high resolution forecast of where and when the smoke will cover our sky. The wildfires are raging in Canada. Below is a map of...
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