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Michigan Rodeo Star Has Special Role in New ‘Twisters’ Movie
The 28 year old rodeo producer and former bull rider grew up in Michigan and has made several small screen appearances before getting his big break in the new Twister sequel. Note: there are no Twisters spoilers in this article. Hooray for Hollywood! I mean, yeehaw. Like the rest of...
Nessel encourages communities to join $1.2B opioid settlement with Kroger
LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is encouraging municipalities to join a $1.2 billion national settlement with Kroger to resolve allegations that the company contributed to the opioid epidemic. Michigan governments will receive nearly $42 million from the settlement over 11 years to help address the opioid crisis. ”The opioid crisis wreaked havoc on our communities, leaving men, women, and children forever changed,” Nessel said. “While this settlement cannot erase the profound impact the opioid epidemic continues to have on our state, it does represent a significant step toward holding companies accountable for the suffering they have caused. I urge every eligible municipality to register to receive these funds so this settlement can effectively reach our communities and help those most desperately in need.” The deadline for local governments and counties to register to receive funds from the Kroger settlement is Monday, Aug. 12. The settlement allows eligible local units of government in Michigan, referred to as subdivisions in the settlement agreement, to participate. If there is sufficient local government joinder, the agreement should become effective by early fall.
Michigan's first West Nile Virus human case in 2024 detected in Livingston County
(CBS DETROIT) - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) said the state's first West Nile Virus human case in 2024 was detected in Livingston County.MDHHS officials say the individual contracted the virus out of state but lives in Michigan. The individual became sick in June.This comes as the virus was detected in mosquitoes in Macomb County. Officials say it was detected in two samplings of mosquitoes collected in the county.Mosquitoes can become infected after biting infected birds and then transmitting the virus to humans. When humans get the virus, many don't have symptoms, while some experience mild sickness such as body aches, fever, and headache. The virus can also cause meningitis, encephalitis, or even death. MDHHS offered the following tips to prevent the spread of the virus:Apply insect repellents that contain the active ingredient DEET or other EPA-approved products to exposed skin or clothing.Wear light-colored, long-sleeved shirts and long pants when outdoors. Apply insect repellent to clothing to help prevent bites.Maintain window and door screening to help keep mosquitos outside.Empty water from mosquito breeding sites around the home, such as buckets, unused kiddie pools, old tires and other water-holding containers where mosquitos can lay eggs.
Man, woman sentenced in West Virginia drug bust
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK) – A woman from Kanawha County and a man from Michigan will spend the next two years behind bars for their roles in a drug trafficking organization. According to the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia’s Office, Ladonna Rae Abner, 50, of Nitro, was sentenced to two years and […]
Drunk driving crashes up in Michigan, but arrests down as enforcement wanes
Drunk-driving arrests in Michigan have dropped 28% since 2014, while fatal alcohol-and-drug related crashes have risen 40%. Experts attribute the rise in crashes to fewer police officers and less traffic enforcement, leading to more dangerous driving behavior. In 67 of Michigan's 83 counties, drunk-driving arrests have declined, mirroring a national...
Michigan, Check Your Fridge! More Thank 200K Pounds of Deli Meat Recalled
Double check before you eat that sandwich! Deli meat sold nationwide is being recalled due to possible listeria contamination, which could potentially be linked to an outbreak in 13 states. Boar's Head Liver and Deli Meat Recall Due to Listeria Concerns. The FDA announced on July 26 that Boar's Head...
Meet the candidates for county drain commissioner
Two candidates are seeking the four-year post of St. Joseph County drain commissioner. Incumbent Jeff Wenzel and challenger Josh Harter appear on the Aug. 6 Republican primary ballot. The term begins Jan. 1. The 2025 budgeted salary for drain commissioner is $84,239. A lifelong St. Joseph County resident, the 64-year-old Wenzel is a graduate...
Michigan Puts the Kibosh on Massive Consumers Energy Rate Hike
New energy rates approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission could lower monthly bills paid by Consumers Energy customers. In December of last year, Consumers Energy requested to increase its revenue from gas customers by $136 million, which would have resulted in a natural gas rate increase of 5.7% for its customers.
Christner scrambles his way around Erskine Park to win first Men’s Metro title
SOUTH BEND — It was anything but a walk in the park for Austin Christner in winning the 100th Greater South Bend Men’s Metro Golf Tournament Sunday at Erskine Park. In a performance that would have impressed even the master scrambler of golf champions himself — the late Severiano Ballesteros of Spain — the 28-year-old Christner used up every bit of Erskine Park’s 5,940 yards — and then some — to fashion a closing one-over-par 71 for...
The Internet Is Just Now Discovering What is Odd About Interstate 69 in Michigan
Interstate 69 is one of 4 major interstate routes that cross Michigan along with I-75, I-94 and I-96. Interstate does something odd in Michigan and it's something that is exceedingly rare across the entire interstate system. I-69 changes direction. North-south interstates have odd numbers and for a great deal of...
Michigan Rodeo Star Has Special Role in New ‘Twisters’ Movie
The 28 year old rodeo producer and former bull rider grew up in Michigan and has made several small screen appearances before getting his big break in the new Twister sequel. Note: there are no Twisters spoilers in this article. Hooray for Hollywood! I mean, yeehaw. Like the rest of...
Ohio Rules That All Wings Are Boneless Wings. Does Michigan Agree?
There is never a day that will go by when Ohio confuses me. You understand the concept of boneless chicken. It is chicken without bones in it. Simple to understand, right?. Apparently, Ohio may not understand this "complicated" concept of boneless chicken. Bones Are Allowed In Boneless Chicken. Before you...
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