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ALERT-Popular Snack Recalled In Michigan May Cause Severe Illness
Many Michigan residents have a favorite go-to snack for a quick bite to hold them over until the next meal. And making sure our snacks contain nutritious ingredients that keep us healthy is a top priority. But there's one snack that could do more harm than good and it's recently been recalled in Michigan as it could cause severe sickness.
Gretchen Whitmer is all-in on EVs. But state’s fleet is almost all gas powered
Gretchen Whitmer wants the state’s own car and light-truck fleet to convert to zero-emission vehicles by 2033. The state only had 10 EVs when a plan to reach 100% was released in early June. Funding remains an issue, with $1 million per year planned and the rest unbudgeted and...
Harper says canceled US Senate debate was ‘sham,’ slams Slotkin for avoiding him before primary
Calling it a “sham,” Detroit Democrat Hill Harper has pushed back against assertions that a previously planned debate with U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly) was canceled because of demands he made. Harper and Slotkin are vying for the Democratic nomination for the open U.S. Senate seat in the...
Beware: MI Residents Warned To Avoid These Items Attracting Ticks
Summertime in Michigan means spending more time outdoors and there are more pests to be aware of. One of those pests includes ticks, which are causing concern for residents in the Great Lakes State as cases of Lyme disease rise. And experts are warning Michigan residents to avoid certain items that could attract ticks and lead to potentially deadly bug bites.
A Festival All About Carnival Food Is Coming To Michigan This Fall
There's an entire event centered around carnival food that's gonna be posted up in Battle Creek this fall, and it's a thing I didn't realize I needed until now. Carnival Food Fest will be taking place at Kellogg Arena, just in time to get our winter bod on. They recently...
CMU students sending balloons to space to help with future of forecasting
The MITTEN-CI project, supported through $2.5 million in grants, brought 37 team members, including 28 students from five universities, to West Michigan to collect data all month long
CMU-led scientists study how Lake Michigan affects thunderstorm formation
HOLLAND, Mich. — A team of scientists and students from across the country launched a week-long study into Lake Michigan's impact on thunderstorm formations in West Michigan on Friday morning. Led by Central Michigan University (CMU), the MITTEN-CI Project was launched at the West Michigan Regional Airport in Holland.
SpartanNash Honors Independent Grocer Customers
Food solutions company SpartanNash recognized its independent grocer customers’ achievements at its 2024 Food Solutions Expo, which took place July 23-25 at DeVos Place Convention Center, in Grand Rapids. Mich. The company presented eight independent grocers with 2023-24 Vision Awards for their customer focus and excellent customer service. “We’re...
Big Lots closing Kentwood location
KENTWOOD, Mich — Big Lots, a discount retail chain, is closing stores in Michigan. The retailer shared in a recent filing to the Securities and Exchanges Commission they planned to close between 35 to 40 stores while opening three in 2024. In June, Big Lots reported a net loss...
Cecy Santana performs live in studio
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Cecy Santana is an award-winning Brazilian singer/songwriter and model, born into a musical family in Sao Paulo. She will be performing live this weekend at the Global Water Fest at Canal Park but first, we wanted to have her perform in our eightWest studio!
A Fake Repo Man Is Going Around Grand Rapids Stealing Cars
When you park somewhere you're not supposed to, you always run the risk of getting your car towed. Getting your car towed is the definition of a bad day and is a major hassle to try and get it back. But imagine you park somewhere that's supposed to be safe,...
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
Get Ready Michigan Costco Members! A Big Change is Coming!
It's been seven years since Costco has done this, but it's happening soon, on September 1, 2024. No, you can still buy a hot dog for $1.50, and buy other merchandise at probable discounts, however, you membership is going to cost you more. So, the next time you have to...
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