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Flint Community Seeks Justice as Police Offer $2,500 Reward for Information on Fatal Travel Inn Shooting
Flint, Michigan is grappling with the aftermath of a fatal shooting that claimed the life of 30-year-old Shanquice "Que Que" Love. The tragedy occurred on Sunday, July 21, in the parking lot of the Travel Inn, located on Dort Highway. Flint authorities are now turning to the public in hopes of securing information that to lead may to an arrest.
Dow Upgrades Midland-Williams Charter Township, Michigan, Operations
Dow Chemical plans to modernize its manufacturing and R&D operations in Midland and Williams Charter Township, Michigan. The $785 million project is expected to retain 5,000 jobs. The investment will allow the company to improve and expand manufacturing processes for silicone gels, coatings, encapsulants and other materials used to make...
Retro Replayed in Burton keeps the style of retro video games alive
Kyle Wojtylko bought Retro Replayed in Burton four years ago when he was 24 years old. Retro Replayed in Burton keeps the style of retro video games alive. Kyle Wojtylko bought Retro Replayed in Burton four years ago when he was 24 years old.
2nd Ward Bay City commission race features 3 non-partisan candidates
BAY CITY, MI – The race for Bay City’s 2nd Ward Commissioner features three non-partisan candidates competing for a four-year term. The seat is currently held by Joseph Rivet, who is term limited. Voters will decide among Brandy Swartz, Breanna Graczyk and Craig Kokaly on his replacement. Graczyk,...
Grand Blanc native Grant Fisher to compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Grand Blanc native Grant Fisher is heading to the Olympics for the second time to compete for the US Track and Field Team. The 27-year-old is hoping to end the American’s drought in distance racing at the Paris Olympics. He’ll be running two events, the 5,000 and 10,000 meter races. In the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, Fisher places fifth and ninth in those same races.
MARIMBAS, HUGS AND HARMONY (Summer Vocal Academy photo gallery)
What happens when you bring together nearly three dozen K-12 students who love to sing, teach them new music and vocal techniques, and invite the community to watch them perform at the end of two weeks of practice? Pure, unadulterated joy! That's precisely what happened at the University of Michigan-Flint's 38th annual Summer Vocal Academy of Music. From July 8-19, the Maize (grades 5-7) and Blue (grades 8-12) choirs explored music theory and vocal technique, made new friends, and created music-inspired art pieces. During their final performance, the Maize Marimba Choir dazzled with the "Bluey Theme Song," and the Blue Choir rocked the audience with Journey's classic, "Don't Stop Believin'." Photos by Jake Cessna, Office of Marketing and Communications.
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...
St. Clair County sheriff gives Algonac activity report
At the Algonac City Council’s July 16 meeting, St. Clair County Sheriff Mat King presented the community’s activity report, as well as a 2023 annual county report. The St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office provides police protection for Algonac residents and enforces all state laws and city criminal, civil and traffic ordinances within the city of Algonac. The current agreement for law enforcement services between Algonac and the St. Clair County Sheriff Office was approved by city council on July 6, 2021, to renew the contract for a three-year period from Oct. 1, 2021, through Sept. 30, 2024.
Creepy Abandoned Church in Flint with Shady Past
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. The explorers of this church near Flint called it ‘creepy’ - looking at the images, I can see some instances where yes, it looks somewhat eerie. But then, there are a few ornate parts as well.
WSGW Morning Team: July 25, 2024 (Thursday)
It’s the WSGW Thursday Morning Team with YOU and Charlie and Mike and Jonathan – presented by Paint Bull in Saginaw….. New Rocket Grab Plus Launch for YOU….. Charlie and Mike and Jonathan and YOU: WSGW and Friday Night Live in Saginaw, plus the Saginaw Spirit Championship Summer Celebration last night…..
6th Annual “Runaway Bride Fun Run” Is A Unique Local Fundraiser Taking Place In Port Huron
The 6th Annual “Runaway Bride Fun Run,” sponsored by ADVIA Credit Union, will take place on Saturday, August 10th, at 8 a.m. in Port Huron. Starting at the DoubleTree by Hilton and following a scenic route along the St. Clair River, this event offers a chip-timed 5K and a 2-mile walk to support local charity “A Beautiful Me.” Participants will compete for trophies awarded to the best-dressed bride, best-dressed couple, and best-dressed wedding party, judged by Josh Chapman (Blue Water YMCA Executive Director) and Tracy Willard (Hunter Hospitality House Executive Director).
Anglers ‘quite successful’ last week: DNR’s Weekly U.P. fishing report (7/24/24)
UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — Respectable catch numbers were reported from just about every location in the Upper Peninsula last week… except one. According to the latest fishing report from the Department of Natural Resources, it was Munising where anglers got the short end of the stick. The report said people fishing 150-250 feet down […]
Michigan’s Gerald Ford Once Gave Incredibly Prescient Answer to Question about First Female President
President Gerald Ford is venerated around Michigan as a favorite son. His presidential museum is a prominent feature in his hometown of Grand Rapids. He also appears sage on the pathway to a potential female president. In a clip from 1989, long after his term in office, Ford was speaking...
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