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Stellantis tells owners of over 24,000 hybrid minivans to park outdoors due to battery fire risk
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) — Stellantis is telling the owners of more than 24,000 plug-in hybrid minivans to park them outdoors away from buildings, and to stop charging them due to the possibility of battery fires. The company said Thursday that it’s recalling certain 2017 through 2021 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrids, mainly in North America. Some are being recalled for a second time. All can still be driven. Stellantis, maker of Jeep, Chrysler, Ram and other vehicle brands, said its investigation is ongoing but the company has linked the problem to a rare abnormality in individual battery cells. The risk of fires is reduced when the battery is depleted. A company review of warranty data discovered seven fires within the group of vans being recalled. All happened when the vehicles were turned off, and some occurred during charging, Stellantis said. Four customers reported symptoms of smoke inhalation.
Beth and Don DeJonghe selected as 2024 Lenawee County Fair Parade grand marshals
ADRIAN — For the first time in many years, Beth and Don DeJonghe won’t be working at the Lenawee County Fair & Event Grounds during the annual Lenawee County Fair Parade. But that doesn’t mean they’ll necessarily be able to watch the parade in its entirety. That’s because the DeJonghes, who are invested volunteers...
Pickleball Facility Scheduled to Open Soon in Brighton
In the coming days, the Brighton area will have its own pickleball facility. What is pickleball, for the uninitiated? It’s called a combination of badminton, ping pong and tennis, although less strenuous than the latter. At one time no more than a novelty, pickleball has become immensely popular as...
Lions Named Top Trade Contender for $65 Million Defensive Tackle
The Detroit Lions have made some big investments in their defense over the last few seasons, shoring up what was recently one of the league’s worst-performing units with some strategic additions. The team could make one more big addition, with Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox pegging the Lions as one...
Millions of dollars from American Rescue Plan Act allocated to assist Pontiac homeowners
PONTIAC, Mich. – Pontiac is using its American Rescue Plan Act dollars to assist homeowners in the city. “We currently do roof repairs, septic systems, doors, roofs, porches, and windows,” said Mathew Turner-Reed, who helps oversee the city’s Home Repair Program. “Anything that’s critical -- you name it, we can do it.”
Quinn Ewers Refuses To Give Michigan Basic Respect By Referring To Wolverines By Their Proper Name
Quinn Ewers left Ohio State but the Ohio State never left Quinn Ewers. The 21-year-old quarterback still refuses to give Michigan an ounce of respect and will not call the Wolverines by their proper name. His nickname of choice will certainly ruffle some feathers up in Ann Arbor! Ewers, the former five-star prospect in the […] The post Quinn Ewers Refuses To Give Michigan Basic Respect By Referring To Wolverines By Their Proper Name appeared first on BroBible.
T.J. Hockenson gets candid about reaction to Lions success in 2023
Prior to landing with the Minnesota Vikings midway through the 2022 season, tight end T.J. Hockenson had been a member of the Detroit Lions ever since they selected him in the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft. During the majority of his tenure with the Lions, the franchise was...
Lions named suitor for edge rusher who seems unhappy with his 'new' team
When trading for a player who's entering the final year of his contract, there's often an inherent assumption you'll have to sign him to a new contract. The New York Jets presumably acquired edge rusher Haason Reddick from the Philadelphia Eagles in March, giving up a 2026 third-round pick that could become a second-rounder, with the idea they'd give him a multi-year deal.
5 youths shot in Flint in last month; city leaders address violence
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) – Flint city leaders are calling on the community to help make the city safer after an uptick of murders this year. “People committing these violent acts against young children, and these drive-bys or shooting into occupied dwellings, is an act of cowards,” said Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley.
MCC announces interim president Shaunda Richardson-Snell amid vocal opposition from faculty, community
In an East Village Magazine exclusive interview, incoming Mott Community College (MCC) Interim President Shaunda Richardson-Snell responds to early criticism of her recent appointment by the college’s Board of Trustees. Mott Community College announced the appointment of interim president Shaunda Richardson-Snell this week amid vocal opposition from faculty and...
Flint native celebrates a long history as a community artist
Flint, MI — Hubert Massey can recall watching sign painters paint billboards by hand, a gesture that baffled him because he didn’t know such canvases had to be hand-painted. He eventually became one of the most sought-after artists in the Midwest, with his origins in sign painting. “I...
Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden and Michiganders Aren’t Happy
The CEO of Olive Garden's parent company just doubled down on a decision that is leaving customers with a bad taste in their mouths. All around the country restaurants are hurting. As people are staying home more to spend less money, national chains are feeling the burn. Not to mention, inflation has increased the price of operation for the restaurants. Many restaurants around the country have started discounting their meals to bring their main customer base back into the stores. Olive Garden is owned by Darden Restaurants. The CEO of Darden, Rick Cardenas has come out publically with a big fat NO to that strategy. Instead, they have decided to increase their prices...again.
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
Fallen MSP Trooper to be honored today
LANSING, MI — The Michigan State Police (MSP) will honor one of their own today. A highway dedication ceremony will be held for trooper Caleb Starr. Starr was struck by a drunk driver and killed in the line of duty in Ionia County in July 2020. Today the state...
WARNING: Michigan Residents May Have Been Exposed To Measles, Here’s Where
Anytime there’s any kind of infectious disease or virus. It’s important to get the word out and let people know if they’ve been exposed to anything dangerous. One of the most dangerous is rubeola, or as it’s commonly known measles. Measles is probably one of the...
Michigan to document historic ‘Green Book’ locations safe for Black travelers
LANSING, MI -- Michigan is surveying historic locations included in the Negro Motorist Green Book. The Green Book was a guide book for Black travelers across the nation published from 1936 to 1966. The book had a list of hotels, restaurants and other establishments safe for Black travelers at the time. The survey will be used to produce a historic context of African American recreation tourism in Michigan.
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