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UMich research delves into farmworker conditions
For many seasonal and migrant farmworkers who plant, harvest, and process produce for stores, stands, farmers’ markets, and festivals across Michigan, living conditions can be unsafe and unhealthy, according to University of Michigan researchers. In interviews conducted as part of the Michigan Farmworker Project, workers described crowded housing, being provided dirty mattresses, sewage, and other odors from bathrooms. They detailed common areas such as living rooms often doubling as bedrooms and a lack of air conditioning. Additionally, some said they experienced food insecurity, fears of polluted drinking water, high rents, low wages and a general lack of safe, affordable and quality housing — not unlike the situation many U.S. residents are facing. The five-year-old, community-engaged research project led by Lisbeth Iglesias-Rios and Alexis Handal of the University of Michigan school of public health has examined a variety of topics related to treatment by farm owners and supervisors over time.
Mike Rogers urges Trump to avoid Harris personal attacks: ‘Offer real-life solutions’
Michigan’s GOP nominee for Senate gently urged former President Donald Trump to focus on the everyday problems facing voters as leading Republicans worry his personal attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris are distracting from their attempts to define her. The advice from Mike Rogers, offered to reporters during a Monday press call, came as Trump […]
These Are the 5 Worst Community Colleges in Michigan
Not all community colleges are created equal. A new study commissioned by the personal finance website WalletHub reveals that some of the most well-known community colleges in Michigan are among the ones that rank the worst when it comes to educational and career outcomes. Unlike typical 4-year universities, community colleges...
ALERT-Potentially Toxic Chicken Now Recalled From Michigan Stores
Many Michigan residents seek healthy foods to feed their families daily, including high-quality meats. But, one popular brand of chicken is now being pulled from store shelves as it may contain toxic materials. Michigan residents are now urged to check for these recalled products in their homes. ALERT-Potentially Toxic Chicken...
Michigan urgently needs better tests for beach contamination, report finds
A green flag flying on a Great Lakes beach does not necessarily mean it’s safe to swim. Checking beach monitoring websites like BeachGuard is not a surefire solution either. These two findings are central to a public health research project, the Great Lakes Microbial Water Quality Assessment, that has set out to measure microbial and chemical threats in Great Lakes waters, and how to reduce the number of illnesses they cause each year. The project, sponsored by the International Joint Commission, released a report last year that said decades-old testing methods are inadequate, and “advances in newer methods are critically needed.” The Commission is bi-national agency that advises the U.S. and Canada on managing water along the border.
Bay County restaurant closing after nearly 100 years in business
BAY CITY, MI – A fourth-generation family restaurant in Bay City is closing at the end of the month after operating for nearly 100 years. Berger’s Family Restaurant, 6387 Westside Saginaw Road, will close effective Aug. 31, restaurant ownership announced in a Facebook post. “Since the pandemic, the...
The future of Bay City’s State Theatre, drama at city commission meetings and more Bay County news
BAY COUNTY, MI – The same person who owns the Midland Mall and St. Laurent Brothers now owns the historic State Theatre in downtown Bay City. But what are his plans for the site? He elaborated on that last week. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Bay City fall sports roundup: Rivals make 275-mile roadtrip together
BAY CITY, MI –A look at the high school sports scene in the Bay City area for Aug. 19, 2024. Bay City area coaches are asked to submit results, highlights and comments the night of each event by emailing lthomps2@mlive.com. TENNIS: SEASON OPENS WITH UNCOMMON CARPOOL. If you purchase...
'St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood' doc to premiere at Flint Institute of Arts this week
FLINT, Michigan — “It was home. Until it wasn’t.” That’s the tagline for a new historical documentary showcasing one of Flint’s historic neighborhoods, St. John Street. The movie “St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood” premieres at the Flint Institute of Arts Museum + Art School (1120 E Kearsley St.) on Thursday, Aug 22.
Double shooting at Marathon station in Flint leaves man dead
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - One man is dead and another person was injured in a double shooting at a Marathon gas station on Flint's north side early Saturday. The shooting was reported around 2 a.m. at the Marathon station at the intersection of Saginaw and Carpenter roads on the city's north side.
Honoring The Saginaw Old Golds
The Saginaw Old Golds Vintage Baseball Club started in 2008. Leading the way was Thomas Mudd (originator & umpire) and Richard Curry (manager & catcher). Within a year, Harold Campeau (Heck's Bar) came aboard as the team owner. The Golds play by the rules of 1864: Hard Ball-No Gloves-Open Fields-No Stadiums.
Old Town’s newest pizza place slings the ‘Saginaw slice’ made with a labor of love
SAGINAW, MI – Three neon pizza signs shine bright through the windows of Old Town Saginaw’s newest pizza place. Inside, chef Eric Schevchenko moves to the beat of his favorite music loudly playing throughout the space while he creates the perfect “Saginaw slice.”. If you purchase a...
Bay City will get another Dollar General store at former Rite Aid site
BAY CITY, MI – Another Dollar General store will be coming to Bay City. The retail chain has submitted building plans for the former Rite Aid store on the corner of South Euclid Avenue and West Midland Street, 901 W. Midland St., Bay City Manager Dana Muscott confirmed Monday, Aug. 19.
Crowds gather despite warnings for Port Huron Float Down
Kayaks, inflated tubes and one unusually large swan lined Lighthouse Beach Sunday as beachgoers prepared to hit the water for the Port Huron Float Down. The unsanctioned event draws thousands of people each year looking to float along the St. Clair River from Port Huron to Marysville, a trip that can take...
Hillsdale Hospital leaders appointed to statewide councils, committees for MHA
HILLSDALE — The Michigan Health and Hospital Association (MHA) welcomed six members of the Hillsdale Hospital’s leadership team to different statewide councils and committees after they were appointed to the positions. Jeremiah Hodshire, Rachel Lott, John Robertson, Meghan Campbell, Doris Whorley and Joshua Daugherty were each appointed to serve on various roles within the MHA councils and committees, according to the release. ...
General Motors lays off over 1,000 employees in software and services divisions, cutting 600 jobs in Michigan
General Motors is cutting over 1,000 jobs in its software and services division across the globe. About 600 of the job cuts are expected to be at GM’s Global Tech Center in Warren. Other layoffs took place in California, Texas and Canada.
Dan Gilbert Plans a Life Sciences Building on Detroit's 'Fail-Jail' Site on Gratiot
The new Wayne County jail on Gratiot in downtown Detroit, which was only partially built before being abandoned, may be home to something far different. Dan Gilbert’s real estate company, which owns the land, is planning a new life sciences building on the site, according to Dustin Walsh of Crain's Detroit Business, who writes:
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