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Puppies found in Flint home set for demolition, saved by quick action
FLINT, Mich. - A contractor working for the Genesee County Land Bank was getting ready to start demolition on a home on Flint’s Northside last week when they discovered something inside the home. It forced them to stop all operations, what they found inside might surprise you. “They heard...
Man killed in Flint shooting
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - A 51-year-old man died after being shot in Flint Wednesday night and police are investigating. The shooting happened near Kennelworth Avenue and Harrison Street on Wednesday, July 3 at about 9:45 p.m. Michigan State Police said the man was shot in a driveway and he was...
Fireworks to take place in Downtown Flint for the 4th of July holiday
FLINT, Mich.— Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley tells Mid-Michigan NOW there will be extra police presence at the holiday celebration. The Flint fireworks display will be visible from the downtown area looking west toward Chevy Commons. Showtime begins at dusk. In addition to the fireworks, residents can enjoy the 9th...
Michigan Corrections Organization asks Gov. Whitmer for emergency assistance
Byron Osborn, president of the Michigan Corrections Organization, released a letter calling on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to provide immediate relief to corrections officers in the state. According to Osborn, officers are working mandatory overtime in dangerously understaffed conditions. He called on Gov. Whitmer to activate the National Guard until a permanent solution can be found. You can read the full letter below.
Revealing Michigan’s Deadliest Highway Holidays
Though each holiday rings a bit differently in Michigan, if it involves a day off, one thing they all share is our desire to get to our destination safely and as quickly as possible. No matter the occasion, we want to be 'there,' wherever 'there' may be. This mentality and tunnel vision can lead to traffic tie-ups and accidents on Michigan roadways, but is there one holiday in particular that is the most dangerous, or even deadly, for Michigan drivers?
Here are the candidates Downriver residents can vote for in the August primary
The primary election takes place on August 6, 2024. Early voting for the primary election starts July 7, 2024. Here are the candidates Downriver residents can expect to see on their ballots. U.S. Senate candidates. For U.S. Senator, Hill Harper from Detroit and incumbent Elissa Slotkin from Holly are running...
Could Big Lots Be the Latest Retailer to Announce Michigan Store Closures?
It's no secret that many big-name retailers have been forced to close stores due to changing market conditions and increased competition from online shopping. While the pandemic and inflation are often cited as reasons, it's online shopping that's the real threat to traditional brick-and-mortar stores. Some companies, including Rite Aid,...
Abandoned Michigan Sears Store: A Silent Reminder
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. Sears stores were founded in 1886 as the R.W. Sears Watch Company in Chicago. Along with Richard Sears, the company was co-founded by Alvah Roebuck. For almost...
Kitten Stolen From Shelter in Michigan, Set To Return Soon
On July 1, a kitten was stolen from a shelter in Lansing, Michigan. The Capital Area Humane Society posted about the incident on its social media platforms, asking for help locating the suspect. Fortunately, the organization was made aware of the woman who stole the tiny feline. Moreover, the little one is set to return […] The post Kitten Stolen From Shelter in Michigan, Set To Return Soon appeared first on CatTime.
Mich. city’s blight gives rise to increased arson
FLINT, Mich. — When the house next door burned for the fourth time in October, Julie Mcmann started having a recurring dream. Nothing remained of the home on Kentucky Avenue except the chimney and a deep hole filled with charred wood and burned bricks. It stayed that way through the winter and spring before the foundation was fenced off with plastic mesh.
WARNING: Deadly Disease From Bug Bites Now Confirmed In Michigan
There are plenty of reasons Michigan residents enjoy summertime in Michigan. One of those reasons is the warmer weather that allows us to enjoy more of our favorite outdoor activities. But state officials are now warning residents to take caution outdoors as a deadly disease spread through bug bites has been confirmed in Michigan.
Michigan budget includes tuition-free Pre-K, community college
(The Center Square) – The recently passed Michigan budget would guarantee tuition-free community college for all residents, and expands access to tuition-free preschool. The tuition-free community college program is paid for by $330 million in taxpayer dollars, an increase of $30 million from last year. The new program gets rid of income caps, so any student can receive free tuition at an in-district community college. The Community College Guarantee builds...
Michigan Man Found Guilty After Fatal Facebook Marketplace Setup
A fatal incident unfolded during a Facebook Marketplace meetup, leading to the conviction of a Michigan man. According to reports, the ambush event took place along Madison Road on November 1, where Griffin allegedly met the victim under the guise of a phone sale. The victim, Amanda Griffin, 32, was...
Ally Challenge Announces Free Admission to Armed Forces and Veterans
Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club, Grand Blanc, MI — July 3, 2024. Folds of Honor Friday comes to The Ally Challenge, including new kick-off breakfast event featuring Folds of Honor founder and CEO Lt Col Dan Rooney. Tournament officials have announced that complimentary admission to The Ally Challenge...
Michigan Gaming Control Board reaches settlement in Flint forfeiture case
The case involved former illegal gambling establishments. US.- The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) has announced the resolution of an enforcement action involving former illegal gambling establishments The Cellular Vault, The Vault, and The Flint Arcade. Contents have been removed and sold, while the property is not to be used for one year.
Michigan Ranked as One of America’s Least Patriotic States
As we celebrate the birth of the United States on Independence Day, a new study determined the least and most patriotic states. It may come as a surprise, but Michigan was ranked as one of the least patriotic states in the country. WalletHub ranked all 50 states based on factors...
Why Has Building Stopped On New Plaza In Grand Blanc?
Things have become very quiet in one busy intersection in Grand Blanc, and residents are starting to ask questions. Many of you driving in the Holly Road and South Saginaw Street area in Grand Blanc have likely noticed the buzz around the construction of the new Ross Dress for Less and Five Below locations. These additions promised to bring more shopping options and convenience to our community. However, over the past month, construction seems to have come to an unexpected halt, and it’s left many of us wondering: What's going on?
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