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Amid ‘green burial’ dispute, judge rejects Michigan township’s cemetery ban
Officials in Brooks Township responded to a proposed ‘green burial’ cemetery by banning all cemeteries in the community. Peter and Annica Quakenbush responded with a lawsuit, and a judge sided with them Thursday. It’s the latest in a string of disputes over an increasingly popular end-of-life option.
Genesee County Health Department confirms rabies in bat locally
A rabid bat has been identified within Genesee County in Fenton, the first confirmed case of rabies in an animal this year. The bat is deceased and poses no further risk to the public at this point. The Genesee County Health Department (GCHD) wants to remind residents that wild animals become active this time of year, which means the possibility of exposure to rabies is increasing. GCHD wants to advise the public, especially children, to avoid contact with wild, stray and dead animals to protect themselves against rabies.
Baby born at Michigan truck stop
A baby is doing just fine after it was born in the parking lot of a Michigan truck stop early on Thursday morning. The parents were reportedly on their way to Holland Hospital in Michigan after the mother went into labor, but quickly realized that there was not enough time to make it there. The […] The post Baby born at Michigan truck stop appeared first on CDLLife.
Groundbreaking for the first children's rehab hospital in Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A new rehabilitation hospital coming to Grand Rapids broke ground Thursday. This will be the first of its kind in the state of Michigan, officially called the Joan Secchia Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital. A partnership between Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation and Corewell Health Helen DeVos...
Lottery winner nearly missed $257,000 prize thinking it was a scam – they were ‘floored’ after deleting emails and calls
A LOTTERY winner almost missed a six-figure payday after thinking it wasn’t possible their ticket could be the one. Officials attempted to contact the player several times through multiple avenues but couldn’t reach him for months. That’s because the lucky ticket holder, a 41-year-old man from Arenac County, Michigan, about two hours northeast of Lansing, […]
Trump narrowly leads Harris in Michigan: Poll
Former President Trump is narrowly leading Vice President Kamala Harris in the critical swing state of Michigan, according to an AARP survey released Thursday. Trump leads Harris with 45 percent support to her 43 percent among likely voters in the battleground state, while 8 percent said they would support a third-party candidate.
Fenton Man Wins Big Playing Michigan Lottery Lucky For Life
A last-minute decision to purchase a Michigan Lottery ticket paid off for a Fenton man. The lucky winner, Matthew Russell, won $25,000 a year for life playing Lucky for Life. Like most lottery winners seem to do, Russell took a lump sum payout of $390,000. Russell matched the five white...
Michigan State Police Warn Parents Not To Post These Photos Online
Back to school is basically here in West Michigan and parents everywhere are excited to send their kids back to school for another year of learning and growth. One of the most beloved trends during back to school is the first day of school outfit check. Everyone is looking their best, and they want to show it off to their entire social media following!
Man, 84, trapped under tractor for 2 hours hospitalized in critical condition
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, MI - A man is in critical condition after he was trapped under a tractor for two hours in Livingston County. Police were called around 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, after an 84-year-old man was discovered trapped under a large farm tractor on Steinacker Road in Cohoctah Township, said Livingston County Sheriff Mike Murphy in a release.
10 most expensive homes sold in Ingham County, Aug. 5-11
A house in East Lansing that sold for $812,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Ingham County in the past week. In total, 114 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $226,585. The average price per square foot was $160.
Spencer brothers ready for coming home party Saturday night
LINDEN, Mich. (WJRT) - For the first time in their pro careers, Joey and Mickel Spencer will be fighting in their hometown Linden. "It's kind of crazy because a lot of time people start fighting in their local area, I haven't had that opportunity." said Joey. "I've been fighting in the MGM Grand and big venues in New York City. And I'm coming back to my hometown."
MSU Baseball’s Seymour Collects All-NECBL Accolades
EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Michigan State baseball player Randy Seymour earned All-New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) second-team honors, announced by the summer league on Friday. Seymour played for the Newport Gulls, helping the Gulls to the NECBL championship last week, as Newport completed its back-to-back NECBL crown. The Spartan...
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