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Constantine village council moving ahead with plan to build new fire station
CONSTANTINE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Thanks to a $1.545,000 federal appropriation announced last month, the Constantine village council has approved a resolution to build a new fire station. The resolution authorizes the village in St. Joseph County to submit an application for additional USDA/Rural Development funding for a 40-year...
Veteran auto supplier executive Laurent Bresson aims to take GHSP to the next level
Laurent Bresson took over as the top executive at GHSP with an aim to take the Holland-based automotive technology supplier to “the next level.”. A veteran executive for middle market auto suppliers, Bresson became president and CEO at GHSP on May 29. He succeeded Dan Dawiedczyk, who led GHSP for three years. GHSP produces mechanical and electromechanical systems primarily for the automotive industry, plus the transportation and appliance sectors.
The Future is Here: Michigan to Launch Nation’s First Smart Highway
Get ready to hit the road of the future...literally. From Ann Arbor to Detroit, Michigan is about to open the nation's first smart highway, and it's about to make your daily commute feel like something out of a sci-fi movie. Imagine roads that can communicate with your car, helping you...
Is It Illegal to Flash Your High Beams in Michigan?
Flashing your brights at an oncoming driver is not just dangerous, it might be against the law. Let's shine some light on the Michigan law that many of us don't know exists. There are many different scenarios where this situation might come into play. Maybe an oncoming vehicle is approaching you with its high beams on, so you respond by flashing your high beams. Or, you could be flashing your high beams at an oncoming vehicle to alert them to an obstruction in the road or a speed trap ahead. Either way, this could get you in hot water with law enforcement.
Michigan Location Once Again Crowned the Most Educated City in the Country
For multiple years running, one Michigan city has been getting praised as the most educated in the U.S. - Well, it's done it again!. Wallethub sought to find the most and least educated locations in the country. The finance publication compared 150 of the largest metropolitan areas, assessing them on...
Revealing Michigan’s Deadliest Highway Holidays
Though each holiday rings a bit differently in Michigan, if it involves a day off, one thing they all share is our desire to get to our destination safely and as quickly as possible. No matter the occasion, we want to be 'there,' wherever 'there' may be. This mentality and tunnel vision can lead to traffic tie-ups and accidents on Michigan roadways, but is there one holiday in particular that is the most dangerous, or even deadly, for Michigan drivers?
7 Michigan Beaches Closed or Under Advisory Right Now
Nothing is worse than planning a beach trip with family and friends only to find out it's closed. The only thing worse is when it happens during a holiday weekend. It never fails—every 4th of July, we have to break the bad news about beaches that are either closed or under a contamination advisory. Bad news like that can quickly throw a wrench into your holiday weekend plans.
Watch Out For Stinging Nettles During July 4th Weekend
If you and your kids plan on being outside a lot in Michigan during the Fourth of July weekend, watch out for stinging nettles or someone will have a bad couple of days. Many Michiganders will be camping, barbecuing, fishing, hiking, or walking, and some will do yard projects during the Fourth of July weekend.
Danger Zones: Michigan’s 10 Most Hazardous Cities After 9PM
So, you want to go for an evening stroll on the bustling streets of a Michigan city after 9 p.m.? You may want to check your location first. Hold onto your hats, wallets, and purses because you might be in for more than just a moonlight walk. We're not talking about ghost stories; we're talking about real-life horror statistics that will make your skin crawl.
Judge gives Michigan 30 days for briefing on retired MSP detective's federal court request
LANSING, Mich. — The State of Michigan has 30 days to present a briefing that would explain why former Michigan State Police Detective Sergeant Brian Keely should not have his trial go to federal court, according to a ruling by Judge Hala Y. Jarbou Wednesday. Keely, 50, of Grand...
Health officials warn of recalled brand of mushroom-infused chocolates, gummies after 27+ hospitalizations nationwide
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Service (MDHHS) is warning residents about a huge recall of Diamond-Shrumz brand products: mushroom-infused chocolates and gummies. This comes after 27 hospitalizations across the country.
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