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Winning $1 million ticket sold near Marlette
LAMOTTE TWP. – Wendy Cove, manager of Scott’s Quik Stop, figured her store was due to sell a big-winner lottery ticket soon. Her instinct proved correct, as a purchaser of a Diamond Wild Time instant lottery ticket at the store on Tuesday won $1 million.
Michigan Little League team disqualified from state Junior League tournament
Major news in the local world of amateur baseball came down on Tuesday as the Taylor North Little League Major Division (12U) team was disqualified from the Michigan tournament. According to Little League, the local association was barred due to having a player on the roster that was deemed ineligible.
10 most expensive homes sold in Bay County, July 15-21
A house in Bay City that sold for $399,900 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Bay County in the past week. In total, 19 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $160,794. The average price per square foot ended up at $116.
Nobody claims ownership of $250K earmark for abandoned church in Michigan budget
(The Center Square) – A $250,000 earmark in the new Michigan state budget is raising concerns, with little information about its use beyond a building rehabilitation project. Event planner Tatiana Grant told the Detroit News she requested the funding to restore the St. Columba Episcopal Church, which has been closed since 2003. However, nonprofit Invest Detroit, which holds the grant funding, says there is no ownership agreement with Grant. The...
Study Says Worst Night Of Sleep For Michigan Residents Is This Week
Sleeping is easily one of the most important things in our lives right alongside food, water, shelter, clothing, and love. Although this may be an essential need in our lives, sleeping comes much easier to some than it does others. I am one of those people who struggles with sleeping, and it definitely catches up to me from time to time. Nonetheless, everybody has the environments they enjoy sleeping in which may contribute to their lack of sleep.
Warning! Measles are Back and Showing In Michigan!
It's been a long time that a case of the measles has been detected in Michigan. It was 2019 when the last cases were diagnosed. But guess what? It's back!. This could be very tough for those unvaccinated against measles because it is one of the most contagious diseases, but is mostly dangerous in young children and babies our sister station 102.5 The Block reports.
Munger Potato Festival returns for another ‘spud-tacular’ year
MUNGER, Mich. (WNEM) - The Munger Potato Festival is back for it’s 69th year, running from Thursday, July 25 through Sunday, July 28. The four-day event is hosted every year by the Munger Volunteer Firemen Corporation, but it’s supported by the entire community. JB’s Market will be serving...
Digital license plates being pulled from market in Michigan
Michigan’s experiment with digital license plates is coming to an end, for now at least. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson earlier this month sent letters to about 1,700 drivers with digital license plates that they will have to go back to a standard metal plate at the time of their next registration.
Mt. Morris Twp. treasurer who would ‘tell it like it is’ dies at 79
MT. MORRIS TWP., MI -- For the second time this election cycle, a Genesee County candidate on the Aug. 6 ballot has died just weeks before the primary. Mt. Morris Township Treasurer Gayle Armstrong, 79, died on Monday, July 22, two weeks after the death of Tim Sneller, 68, a former state representative who was seeking to return to the Michigan Legislature in this year’s election.
Federspiel faces familiar opponent in Saginaw County sheriff race
SAGINAW, MI — In a rematch from four years ago, Saginaw County Sheriff William Federspiel will face a retired lieutenant from his department in an August primary election between Democrats. Federspiel defeated Kevin Stevens — 13,835 to 8,128 votes — in the August 2020 primary election. The rematch for...
Bay County investing millions to create a one-stop health center in Bangor Township
When the new Bay County Community Health Center opens in what was the Art Van Furniture Center, it will be a boon for Bay City and Bangor Township. Construction is set to be completed by the end of 2025. Bay County Public Health Officer Joel Strasz says the Health and...
Another nice weekend of weather ahead!
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Awesome weekend weather is ahead thanks to high pressure residing over the Great Lakes. Last weekend was pretty nice too, but this weekend should be a little bit better in all aspects. If you don’t have plans yet, start making them! This is especially the case as next week is riddled with rain chances. Take a peek in your TV5 First Alert 7-Day Forecast.
Grills fired up for Bay City’s Labadie Ribfest
BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - A summer staple has returned to mid-Michigan. The Labadie Ribfest kicked off this afternoon. The four-day event is giving vendors across the area a chance to fire up the grills. You can smell it in the air, the beloved smell of ribs on the grill....
Community non-profit rebrands to emphasize support for those struggling with addiction
SAGINAW, Mich.—In the fight against substance abuse disorder, a community non-profit has changed its name to better reflect its mission. Families Against Narcotics (FAN) is now called Face Addiction Now. The organization assists over 100,000 people annually through its various programs. FAN started 16 years ago to support individuals...
Miles Bridges, JJ Green to host backpack giveaway, ice cream social at Flint barbershop
FLINT, MI – Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges is teaming up with Flint actor and recording artist JJ Green to host an backpack and ice cream giveaway this weekend. The giveaway will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 27 at Wayne’s Barbershop, located at 111 W. Second St. in downtown Flint.
Parting Shot 7-24-24 Edition
Rolling Coal: What causes the giant clouds of black smoke when a diesel vehicle “rolls coal”?. If you know the correct answer, Call, e-mail, post a comment on our website, enter in person or via Facebook starting at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday through 5:00 p.m. on Monday, each week for your chance to win. Last week’s question: Lighting the shore: What was the first lighthouse built in America? ANSWER: Boston Point Lighthouse. The answer from last week and winner were mistakenly left out of the paper, the correct answer to the 7-10-24 Parting Shot was: Franklin Ave. Bridge. Brenda Murray and Shirley Houthoof’d were the winners of a 4-pack of FREE movie passes to the Firebird Theater in Sandusky. All correct responses will be entered into a random weekly drawing for 4-pack of Free Movie Tickets to the Firebird Theater in Sandusky. If you are not a subscriber, please provide your mailing address when you make contact.
Protest leader could see clear path to Saginaw council seat despite crowded field
SAGINAW, MI — A former state House candidate could sail to an easy November election victory in her bid to join the Saginaw City Council despite a dozen people seeking terms on the community’s governing body. Unless a write-in candidate joins the fray before a Friday, Oct. 25,...
Bay Area Women’s Center awarded $75K in grant funding
BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - The Bay Area Women’s Center (BAWC) was awarded at $75,000 grant from the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation in Midland with annual equal payments until 2026. “We are so grateful for the support of the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation....
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