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Donald Trump, JD Vance to host campaign event in Michigan this week
(CBS DETROIT) - Fresh off the Republican National Convention, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and Ohio senator and running mate JD Vance will make a stop in Michigan this weekend. According to Trump's campaign, the rally will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. On Monday, Trump announced Vance as his vice president pick on social media before accepting the presidential nomination at the RNC in Milwaukee. "The people of Michigan have suffered greatly thanks to crooked Joe Biden's failed policies," a statement from Trump's campaign said. "With inflation in Michigan at almost 20%, families are paying $980 more per...
Trump campaign files lawsuit against Gov. Whitmer over voter registration sites
Former President Donald Trump’s campaign and the Republican National Committee sued Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) over her initiative to designate federal Veterans Affairs and Small Business Administration sites for voter registration efforts. In the lawsuit, they argue that Whitmer and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson exceeded their authority by entering into agreements to use VA […]
Michigan Native’s Unique National Anthem Overshadows Home Run Derby
The Home Run Derby is one of the most exciting events in all of sports, its comparable to the 3-point shootout, the dunk contest, hockey shootout, penalty kicks, and other all-star/ skill competitions that take place in sports. Both die-hard and casual baseball fans turn their heads and give their undivided attention to the MLB Home Run Derby and celebrate all of the moonshot mania that occurs. I would say this year's Derby was no different but that couldn't be farther from the truth.
Thousands of DTE customers without power Tuesday following night of heavy storms in Metro Detroit
Thousands of people in Metro Detroit are without power Tuesday following strong, early-morning storms that left wind damage and flooding. DTE is reporting just over 17,000 outages, with areas in Oakland and Macomb Counties among the most-affected.
Why Michigan’s overnight storms packed lightning 10x more powerful than normal
Last night, thunderstorms raced across Southern Michigan, producing heavy rain and prolific lightning as they did so. One thing in particular that was unique about these storms was the lightning, specifically the kind of lightning that was observed. Did you know that there are different kinds of lightning? While all...
Allegiant Airlines adding $59 flights from Flint to Florida
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Allegiant Airlines has launched a new route to Florida from Flint Bishop International Airport. Passengers can fly to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport in Florida's Panhandle with one-way tickets as low as $59. There were eight other new non-stop routes to 13 cities around the country. Allegiant...
Recall language filed against three Mott Community College trustees
Flint resident Patrick Hayes filed recall language against three members of the Mott Community College (MCC) Board of Trustees today. Hayes, who has served as an adjunct instructor at the college and whose step-daughter will be starting at MCC in the fall, filed the language against Board Vice Chair Janet Couch, Trustee John Daly III, and Board Secretary Wendy Wolcott on July 16, 2024.
‘If You Don’t Vote Donald Trump, You Ain’t Black,’ Michigan Rep. John James Says At RNC
Republican Michigan Rep. John James told the RNC audience "if you don't vote Trump, you ain't Black," in a viral moment. The post ‘If You Don’t Vote Donald Trump, You Ain’t Black,’ Michigan Rep. John James Says At RNC appeared first on NewsOne.
City of Flint burn policy amendment would allow fire pits
The policy would allow fire pits if they can be placed 15 feet away from all structures and property boundaries. Amendment to Flint's fire policy would allow fire pits if approved. Policy sponsor Judy Priestley believes it will allow the Fire Department to put more effort towards stopping people burning...
Friends of the Flint Public Library host an evening full of ice cream and entertainment
FLINT, Mich.— Guests were treated to a performance from the Genesee County Concert Band. The Friends of the Flint Public Library invited the community to the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library for an ice cream social with special musical guests. The musical guests were the Genesee County Concert Band.
Fears of losing accreditation loom over Mott Community College interim president selection
FLINT, MI – Shauna Richardson-Snell’s selection as Mott Community College interim president is now official, as the Mott Community College Board of Education approved her contract on Monday, July 15. The decision to hire Richardson-Snell was met by vehement opposition from the campus community, including professors and union...
Community support for Flint Police detective as she 'conquers cancer'
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - A long-time detective with the Flint City Police Department is battling breast cancer. Detective Maria Reed has been an officer with the Department since 2016. She made history at that time, as she and her son became the first mother-son duo to join the Flint Police Department. They even took the spotlight in a docuseries, "Flint Town."
Celebrate ‘Christmas in July’ at Flint Farmers’ Market this week
FLINT, MI - The vendors of the Flint Farmers’ Market will be holding the Christmas in July installment of their Night at the Market series this week. From 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, July 18, The Night at the Market event will allow busy individuals and families who don’t have time to visit the downtown Flint location during regular hours of operation to experience the Flint Farmers’ Market.
Longtime Genesee County prosecutor to face former challenger on August ballot
FLINT, MI – Longtime Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton will be challenged by Flint attorney Trachelle Young in the August 2024 primary election. Leyton, a Democrat, is currently finishing his fifth four-year term as Genesee County prosecutor. He was first elected in 2004 and has served for the past...
Summer road project planned for Bay City. Here’s what it will mean for commuters.
BAY CITY, MI – Local and state agencies are planning to team up with the assistance of federal grants to finance a series of road repairs on the city’s North Side. The city and the Bay County Road Commission are planning to partner – along with the use of state and federal grants – to complete concrete pavement repairs on Wilder Road and Truman Parkway as well as to repair concrete joints and place an asphalt overlay on Tiernan Road.
Fame blooms from Munger artist’s island scene
The annual Mackinac Island Lilac Festival was held last month celebrating the flowers famous on the island. This year one local artist had a hand in promoting the festival. Emily Ryers of Munger had her artwork chosen during a contest used to create a poster promoting the Lilac Festival. Ryers beat out 74 other contestants for the opportunity to have her poster used for festival promotion. The art was also used on a beer can that was sold on the island, and the winner got $1,000. The top 20 entries were chosen by jurors based on rules for the competition. Of those top 20 the jurors then chose the winners. This wasn’t the first time that Ryers tried out for the competition either.
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