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First Sheetz store in Michigan set to open Tuesday with free coffee, pop, prizes
If curiosity isn’t enough to entice you, Sheetz — the family-owned gas station and convenience store chain opening its first location in Michigan on Tuesday — is promising free coffee and pop, gift cards and "free Sheetz for a year." The store, at 33380 Wick Road, is set to open at 8 a.m....
Cleaning up pollution and removing crumbling dams help to restore Michigan rivers
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, building dams for electricity generation was the big new thing. Those hydroelectric dams provided power to nearby cities. But big companies found centralized coal-burning power plants could provide power to larger areas and make more money. Many of the generators at the dams were shut down decades ago.
Officer Mohamed Said's 7-year-old brother escorted by police on first day of school
MELVINDALE, Mich. (FOX 2) - On the first day of school, the Melvindale Police Department maintained a tradition that fallen officer Mohamed Said, also known as "Mo," had with his little brother before he was murdered over the summer. As part of honoring Corporal Mo's legacy, the department took his...
Lions Release Former Michigan Wolverines Star Wide Receiver on Monday
The Detroit Lions made some notable roster cuts on Monday after another week of preseason action, and a former star member of the Michigan Wolverines was among the players who got the unfortunate phone call. Wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones was reportedly released ahead of what will be his ...
Extreme Heat Closes Many Southwest Michigan Schools
Just as school gets started, Tuesday's expected 105-degree heat index closes many schools throughout Southwest Michigan. The Kalamazoo area is expecting a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 95 and a heat index of 105 degrees. Evening thunderstorms could be severe but will cool things down a bit. In the meantime, the temperatures will be dangerous and should be taken seriously. With that being said, many local schools have either shortened their hours of operation or completely closed today. Here's what we know so far, but you should check your email and/or your school's official website to get the most updated information. We gathered the following info from WWMT News Channel 3 and Fox 17.
WARNING: New Texting Scam Targeting Michigan
In a world where scammers are getting more and more convincing, sometimes it is better to sit back and see what all you should be aware of out there. From traditional phone scams to more recent email fraud schemes and the latest wave of text message scams. Take a look below at the latest scam hitting Michigan.
Former state leaders coming to UP for conversations about election integrity
UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — A bipartisan group of legislators and non-partisan organizations are set to host a prominent county clerk in a tour across northern Michigan for conversations about election integrity as the upcoming November election approaches. In a release, statewide organizations Keep Our Republic and Michiganders for Civic Resilience announced that former Michigan […]
What to know about vaccines and the new school year
CADILLAC - Michigan public health leaders are urging parents to ensure their children are up to date on all immunizations to protect against outbreaks of serious communicable diseases such as measles, mumps, pertussis, chickenpox and more as they return to classes. Every year, vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks occur in schools. In addition to flu and COVID, Michigan schools have seen outbreaks of pertussis, measles and more in recent years. Officials said this year is of particular concern, as vaccination rates for Michigan children 19 to 36 months have fallen below 70% in more than half of the state (51 of 83 counties), according to June 2024 data from the Michigan Care Improvement Registry. Here’s what to know about getting vaccinated:
September things to do: Labor Day, runs, climbs, history, film, music, and a Civil War muster
It’s not often you can take in a tree climbing championship one day and watch a Civil War muster the next. But these — and so much more — are on the West Michigan calendar for this month. Other items of note include Labor Day activities, exhibits, a “Walk to Mordor,” physical challenges, a gem and mineral show, a community litter cleanup, a stage performance, a needle felting class, “Lord of the Rings” Week crafts, Banned Book Week trivia, Talk Like a Pirate Day, fundraisers, a family campfire, and the arrival of autumn. September offers a wide variety of things to do in Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties. This list includes options for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or interest.
Driver ejected, killed when 3-wheel motorcycle hits wall of I-94 ramp
WAYNE COUNTY, Mich. – The driver of a three-wheel motorcycle was ejected and killed when his bike struck the wall of an I-94 ramp. The crash happened around 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, on the westbound I-94 Express ramp to Southfield Freeway. Officials said a 73-year-old Detroit man...
Carman-Ainsworth becomes first Genesee County school to add AP African American History class
GENESEE COUNTY, MI – Starting today, students at Carman-Ainsworth High School will be eligible for a new, groundbreaking course – AP African American History. Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools became the first district in Genesee County to add an advanced placement African American History class to its curriculum at the end of the 2023-24 school year.
Local restaurant closes after 96 years, another Dollar General coming and more Bay County news
BAY COUNTY, MI – A fourth-generation family restaurant in the Bay City area is closing at the end of the month after operating for nearly 100 years. Meanwhile, the area is getting another business in the form of another Dollar General. If you purchase a product or register for...
Heat Advisory in effect for Metro Detroit, chance for severe thunderstorms through Tuesday night
Stay inside if you can, and drink lots of water. That’s the advice from forecasters calling for dangerously hot temperatures along with some thunderstorms in Metro Detroit on Tuesday.
ALERT: Dangerous Virus Confirmed in Michigan
This year in Michigan, we've seen several mosquito-borne illnesses pop up. Jamestown Canyon Virus (JCV) was detected earlier this year in mosquitoes over in Saginaw County. A deceased falcon near Detroit recently tested positive for the West Nile virus, prompting health officials to urge Michigan residents to be cautious as cases rise.
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