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Saginaw Township doctor’s refusal to follow court orders leads judge to dismiss suit
SAGINAW, MI — A Saginaw Township doctor’s repeated failures to be deposed in one of his many lawsuits rankled the feathers of a judge. Despite the doctor’s attorney assuring otherwise, the judge concluded Dr. David L. Stockman was deliberately ducking a court order. “I feel like I’ve...
Manmade Structure in Clio, Michigan is the Tallest in the State
Nope. You didn't read that headline wrong. Chances are you've passed by the tallest manmade structure in Michigan without giving a second or even a first glance. In fact, I have passed by this pile of metal on several occasions when traveling to or through Clio, Michigan. While it most certainly crossed my eyeline, I never realized how something so unassuming could possibly be the tallest manmade structure in Michigan.
Lawsuits against Saginaw Diocese, former Bishop, and former priest have been settled
SAGINAW, MI. (WJRT) - Its settled. A lawsuit filed more than five years ago against the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw, a former Bishop and a convicted former priest have been dismissed. The lawsuit was filed by three of the alleged victims of Robert Deland. No word on how much the...
Historic Michigan Restaurant Ranked Among ‘Most Famous’ in the Entire Country
What's a restaurant in Michigan you'd call "iconic" and "can't miss"? Check out this eatery that's been named the most famous in the state!. Most Famous Restaurants in the The U.S. Lovefood.com went on a search for the "must try" restaurants in each state where people from al lover the...
Independence Bridge closure planned in Bay City
BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) -The Independence Bridge in Bay City will temporarily close in August. The closure begins at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 7. The bridge is expected to reopen at 7 p.m. on Aug. 8. The city said the closure would allow for a gantry install. Drivers will...
STARS to give free rides during primary election
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) – Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS) announced it would be giving free rides during the primary election. STARS said rides will be free on fixed routes for all riders on election day, Tuesday, Aug. 6. LIFT rides to the polls will also be free for...
Voters engage with Republican Candidates in Saginaw Township
SAGINAW, Mich.—With the August primary in Michigan less than a week away and the presidential election looming in under 100 days, candidates are making their final campaign efforts. In Saginaw Township, Republican candidates are actively engaging with voters to present their platforms and garner support. Residents, like Robert Medina,...
Midland Mall’s millionaire owner among bidders objecting to State Theatre’s pending sale
BAY CITY, MI – The two people who placed losing bids on the historic State Theatre in downtown Bay City have filed objections in federal court claiming the bid that was accepted and is set to go before a bankruptcy court judge this week was not the highest offer.
Millington painter’s mural adds fairgrounds flair
CARO — A new mural is gracing the Tuscola County Fairgrounds this year. Painter Jeffrey Bolzman recreated his mural that used to stand in Millington, and added a bit of fairground flair to it. The mural is painted on the front of the Community Building at the fairgrounds in...
New northern lights forecast gives several chances for Michigan under clear skies
A very active sunspot situation has hurled some of the sun’s geomagnetic energy toward Earth’s atmosphere. The latest forecasts show a timing of energy that could produce northern lights. NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) gave us an updated forecast of when the strongest geomagnetic energy is expected...
Mid-Michigan doctors explain rise in Whooping Cough cases
MONTROSE, Mich. (WJRT)- While the COVID-19 pandemic is in the rearview mirror, other types of illnesses are making a comeback. That includes cases of Pertussis, more commonly known as Whooping Cough. CDC data reports that Michigan's had 151 cases in 2024 and that the U.S. overall has had nearly 9,000.
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