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This Michigan City Is the High Blood Pressure Capital of America
A new study has revealed that a Michigan city leads the rest of the nation when it comes to high blood pressure. Lawnstarter pored through data from the 500 biggest cities in America, looking for the nation's most relaxed cities. Turns out much of Michigan isn't that relaxed at all.
Michigan border dispensaries aren’t worried about more expensive Ohio competitors
Ohio has recently entered the market of states selling recreational cannabis, joining the ranks of Michigan and other states. It has been almost five years since Michigan’s marijuana shops made their first sales, and now Ohio is getting in on the action. Ohio’s marijuana market officially opened on Tuesday,...
WJR and Dr. Robert Livernois Look to Empower Education in Michigan with ‘School Talks’
DETROIT, Aug. 20, 2024 ~ 760 WJR will launch “School Talks” on Sunday, August 25 at 3 p.m., an all-new weekly program focused on the future of education in Michigan. The show, which will be hosted by longtime Michigan educator, Dr. Robert Livernois, will look to address a range of challenges that schools face, with focus on new techniques, best practices, and legislative ideas that are creating solutions and delivering results.
DNC: Democratic Leaders Push For Deeper Connections With Black Male Voters
A panel discussion at the Democratic National Convention emphasized the importance of voter outreach and engaging Black male voters to ensure participation in the presidential election. The post DNC: Democratic Leaders Push For Deeper Connections With Black Male Voters appeared first on NewsOne.
Koi Fish Caught In Michigan Lake Breaks the World Record
Northern Michigan's Glen Lake, located in Leelanau County's Glen Arbor, faces a colorful problem: invasive Japanese koi fish—those vibrant, oversized goldfish you see in fancy people's ponds. However, these weren't your average, everyday koi invaders. These fishy little ninjas have caused serious problems for Glen Lake and others like them dealing with this invasive species.
78 Dogs Rescued From Hoarder’s Home in Mid-Michigan
Several animal rescue shelters have stepped in to help after nearly 80 dogs were rescued from a hoarder's home in Mt. Pleasant. Sources say all 78 of the dogs are Pomeranians. All of the dogs were living in one house and being taken care of by one woman. It's believed that the situation started out because of a love for this particular breed of animal, but quickly got out of control.
VA to host PACT act toxic screening event in Mt. Pleasant
MT. PLEASANT — The Department of Veterans Affairs is hosting a “Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics,” or PACT act, event Friday, Aug. 23, at the Soaring Eagle Casino in Mount Pleasant. It’s all an effort to make veterans more aware of the benefits they can get if they were exposed to toxins or other hazards in an overseas combat zone, or while training or on active duty here at home. The PACT act recently expanded and includes veterans from the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, the global war on terror or any other combat zone after 9-11. The...
Michigan Tourist Destination Named State’s First Autism Certified City
A Northern Michigan city has been designated as the state's first autism-certified travel destination. Families who have children or family members on the autism spectrum will find comfort in knowing that the Traverse City region has numerous businesses and organizations with staff members who have received special training to meet the needs of individuals with autism.
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