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Inside the Permanently Closed Lakeside Mall: Sterling Heights, Michigan
Malls are closing all over the country, making room for complexes, housing, parks...you name it...but the malls are disappearing. One that closed permanently on July 1, 2024 was the Lakeside Mall in Sterling Heights. Why did it close? The main reason why other malls have closed: shoppers favoring online and other convenient places to shop...not to mention there have always been complaints about mall prices ever since they began.
Michigan Has Its First Japanese Cheesecake Store And I Don’t Know If I Can Handle It
There are some desserts out there that are just another league ahead of others. When it comes to dessert, there’s quite a leap from eating a scoop of ice cream to eating a cannoli. There is an elite class of desserts that deserve special recognition and one of them is Japanese cheesecake. this fluffy delectable dessert is probably one of the sweetest things that you put in your mouth.
‘Furious’ Groom Refuses to Invite Sister to Wedding After She Ruins His Proposal
A "furious" groom on Reddit can't forgive his sister for ruining "one of the happiest moments" of his life. The groom explained that he had a romantic, perfectly planned out proposal ready for his fiancée including flowers, a picnic, a beach background and a photographer to capture the moment.
Jelly Roll Headlining Tailgate N’ Tallboys in Midland, Michigan
Jelly Roll will return to Michigan for the Tailgate N' Tallboys festival in Midland this month. Here are some things you need to know about one of the coolest music festivals in the Great Lakes State. When is Tailgate N' Tallboys in Midland, Michigan?. Tailgate N' Tallboys is two days...
The Internet Is Lusting After These Two ‘Very Handsome’ Police Officers on Facebook: PHOTO
A photograph of two "good-looking officers" in California has set the internet ablaze. The two cops went viral after the Whittier Police Department shared a photo of the pair, both flashing big smiles, on social media. "Have a great weekend everyone!" the post was captioned. Facebook post here and see...
Why is There Suddenly a Speed Limit On Mackinac Island?
If you thought Mackinac Island's serene charm and car-free streets were unique, hold on to your handlebars because there's a new plot twist that might surprise you. The main road on the island is about to get a speed limit. M-185, the state's last unregulated highway, is finally getting a speed limit.
The Best Advice You Can Give Anyone Moving to Michigan
I remember when I moved to Michigan. It was a big adjustment from where I'd lived before. The weather is strange, the people use odd slang and terminology for things (I still refuse to call it "Pop"), and Michiganders had some strange habits that I'd never seen before. But over...
Michigan’s Mullet Marvels: Vote for Your Favorite in the USA Championship
Almost as iconic as March Madness, it's Mullet Mania time! Voting opened today for the 2024 USA Mullet Championships, with quite a few entries representing the Mitten State. The USA Mullet Championships are divided into two contests: adults and kids. This bracket-style competition starts with round 1, also known as the "initial showdown," featuring multiple sub-categories on the kids' side: Lil' Nuggets (ages 0-4), Mid Mullets (ages 5-7), and Big Kids (8-12).
Michigan is Auctioning Off 91 Properties This Summer – Here’s How to Bid
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has 91 properties to auction off this summer, including lakefront parcels and forest property. Proceeds from the sales of the properties will be used to buy land to help provide more outdoor recreation opportunities and contribute to the state's land management and conservation plans.
Bride Realizes on Wedding Day She and Groom Never Got Marriage License: ‘I Told You!’
A bride went viral when she remembered — on her wedding day — that she and the groom forgot to pick up their marriage license. In a viral video posted by bridal makeup artist @kendrakbeauty on TikTok, the bride she's doing makeup for suddenly realizes her marriage isn't exactly legal yet.
Former Lumber Magnate’s Private Island for Sale in Northern Michigan
Ever thought about owning a home on an island? What about owning an entire island? Your dream could come true with this stunning island that's currently up for sale in Northern Michigan. The island is named "Loud Island", not because of the noise, but because lumber magnate Edward F. Loud...
Michigan Pizza Chain Named Nation’s Best Pepperoni Pizza
When I first moved to Michigan just under two years ago, the last thing I expected to be one of my favorite things about the state was pizza. All of my experiences with Detroit-style deep dish pizzas were awful -- but they weren't exactly made in Detroit or with the spirit of the Motor City either.
University of Farmington: Michigan’s Fake University With A Twisted Purpose
Graduating from high school and entering that next step in your life is one of the most exciting periods in a person's life. Some embark on the job market and others begin their college experience. Many kids are carrying their families on their backs as first-generation college students. Universities are seeing more and more first-generation students each year, many coming from immigrant families trying to build a better life for their children.
Burned & Abandoned Former Howard Johnson’s Motor Lodge: Benton Harbor, Michigan
A Howard Johnson's Motor Lodge & Restaurant was built at 2699 M-139 in Benton Harbor in 1962. In the early 2010s the restaurant and motel lobby were torn down so it could be turned into a Cosmo Extended Stay Motel. Then in 2018, tragedy struck. According to Mlive, a fire...
Why is Mosquito Season Worse in Michigan This Year?
Mosquito season in Michigan is longer and more intense than in past years. Here's why. If you feel like mosquitos are worse this year, it is not your imagination. Over time mosquito season from the Ohio Valley up to Michigan has increased quite a bit. Mosquitoes are thriving in our area for up to 21 days longer this year. We are seeing more mosquitos and for longer periods. SSP Innovations created maps showing areas of high humidity, wetlands, average rain, and heat at night. When those maps are layered together, they perfectly reflect the areas of bad mosquito areas. The same website created the map below to show how bad the mosquitos are in the U.S.
Michigan Will Observe New Holiday to Honor Blue Star Mothers
An organization that got its start in Flint, Michigan in 1942 is finally getting an official holiday. The new state holiday will honor mothers of men and women who serve our country. On Monday (7/8), Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill that designates February 1 as 'Blue Star Mothers Day.'
Utah Father and Daughter Killed After Bulldozer Falls on Their Car
A Utah CEO and his 16-year-old daughter were killed by a fallen bulldozer on the highway on July 6. According to a statement from the Utah Highway Patrol, a mini bulldozer broke free from a tow truck during a turn and landed on Richard Hendrickson and his daughter Sally's GMC pickup truck.
Fans Defend Blackpink’s Jennie After She Faces Backlash for Vaping
Blackpink's Jennie has come under fire for being caught on tape smoking a vape in a recent vlog. The actress and singer was seen with the vape as she was getting her hair and makeup done in the video titled "A Moment in Capri With Jennie." Jennie's record label, OA...
Area Near HGTV Homes Heavily Damaged By Hurricane Beryl
The effects of Hurricane Beryl making landfall in Texas are being felt in an area once featured on a popular HGTV TV show. Millions were left without power after Hurricane Beryl slammed parts of Texas on Monday. Photos from the area show heavy flooding along the coastline, including Surfside, Texas.
Animal Cruelty in Warren: Puppy Stabbed, Found With Knife Still in Body
A puppy was recently found outside an apartment complex in Warren with several stab wounds in its body. Warren police responded to a 911 call near the Warren Manor Apartments at 8 Mile and Dequindre last Sunday. According to police, the caller reported seeing a male husky that was injured....
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