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2 Southwest Michigan business owners vie to fill open seat in state House
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Two candidates are vying for the Democratic nomination in next month’s primary for Michigan’s 40th House district. Lisa Brayton and Matt Longjohn are battling to advance to November in the Tuesday, Aug. 6, primary. The top vote-getter will face Republican Kelly Sackett in the Nov. 5 election.
Michigan Costco Members Won’t Like Membership Changes
Costco, which is a direct competitor to Sam's Club is also making changes to their policies. Not too long ago, we learned that Sam's Club would be changing the policy surrounding their online orders for its members. They will still be offering the service but with some stricter guidelines than what they had before, but they aren't the only wholesale distributors looking to make changes.
Michigan Medicine CEO plans to retire, and more | MED MOVES
RWJBarnabas Health names chief pediatric officer, and other leaders take new roles. Dr. Marschall S. Runge, executive vice president for medical affairs and chief executive officer of Michigan Medicine, has announced plans to retire. Runge says he will step down when his contract expires on June 30, 2025. He has...
A Staple Item In Michigan Stores Will Soon Be Removed
Whenever you walk up to a Walgreens or inside a Meijer, you are always greeted by a big red box positioned by the door that makes it easy for you to walk out with a rental movie or video game. That's what visitors have expected since the early 2000s. I for one fondly remember renting Titanfall 2 and playing the entire game all night to return it on time.
Historic preservation grants go to 7 Michigan communities
FLAT ROCK — Seven Michigan communities have been awarded funding from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). Grants totaling $250,000 will benefit local preservation and community planning goals in Charlevoix, Coldwater, Detroit, Flat Rock, Holland, Livonia and Washtenaw County. The grants represent awards from the federal Historic Preservation Fund (HPF)-Certified Local Government (CLG) program administered by SHPO. According to a new release, Flat Rock’s funding will be used to contract with the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions (NAPC) to host...
Indiana foster mother charged in 10-year-old boy’s death is arrested in Michigan
In April, a 10-year-old boy passed away and now the cause of his death has been revealed. On Saturday evening, authorities arrested an Indiana foster mother who was wanted in connection with the death of a 10-year-old boy. The arrest took place in Michigan. The Berrien County Sheriff’s Office reported...
Severe storms possible overnight in Southeast Michigan
(CBS DETROIT) - Starting at midnight Tuesday, an organized storm system will threaten Southeast Michigan, with damaging winds, flooding and hail being the main concerns.As strong winds, heavy rain and storms move through tonight, most of Southeast Michigan is now under a slight risk for severe storms (2 out of 5 on the risk scale). The Thumb communities are still at marginal risk (1 out of 5). Just outside Metro Detroit, southwest Lower Michigan faces an enhanced risk (3 out of 5). The main storm threats include damaging winds at 60 mph or greater, localized flooding and small hail. However, an isolated tornado...
Mott Community College ratifies contract for interim president despite controversy
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - Monday night, the Mott Community College Board of Trustees ratified the contract for interim president Shaunda Richardson-Snell in a 5-2 vote despite opposition from two board members, many faculty members and others. Just as during last week’s meeting, trustees Michael Freeman and Art Reyes voted against...
$7,500 in Relief: Michigan’s Flint Child Tax Credit Initiative Boosts Economic Growth and Family Well-being
Michigan’s new Child Tax Credit program offers up to $7,500 in financial support for pregnant women and new families in Flint to help with the costs of raising a child and boost the local economy. Michigan’s New Child Tax Credit: $1,500 Pregnancy Payment and $500 Monthly Support Explained According to Marca, Michigan is introducing a […]
Northwestern Field Hockey 2024 Schedule: Key Matchups, Locations & More
Northwestern Field Hockey has unveiled its 2024 schedule, featuring 18 regular season games, including 11 home matches at Lakeside Field, with free admission for fans. The season kicks off with an exhibition game against Iowa on August 24th, followed by key matchups against Duke and Boston College in early September. The Wildcats will face tough competition from teams like Maryland and Michigan on the road.
3rd Annual 'Black Nights, Brown Hope' coming to Flint area in July
A night of healing through the visual arts. That is what Greater Flint Health Coalition – Outreach is calling the theme of the 3rd Annual “Black Nights, Brown Hope” event,. The event takes place at the The Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village on Friday, July 19th. The community...
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