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Growing Truck Stop Indian Food Restaurant Trend Hits Michigan Border
There's been a growing trending - particular in the western states of America - truck stop restaurants that serve Indian cuisine. The roadside diners, named dhabas, have sprung up in surprising places like rural Oklahoma and Arizona. The trend is slowly but surly spreading across the country and has now hit Michigan's doorstep.
Michigan pageant winner brings home international title
BROWNSTOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich. (CBS NEWS DETROIT) - Amy Douglas, who is now an international pageant winner.CBS News Detroit first brought you the story in June about the Metro Detroit mother-daughter duo who both won their respective categories for the United International Queens Pageant for 2023-24. That victory secured their ticket to Atlanta where Amy took home the international title, being crowned winner and United International Elite Exceptional Ms. Classic. It's a moment she says made her feel like her favorite singer."I'm a queen," Douglas said. "It made me feel like Amy Winehouse. That's how I feel."While Janet was named the first runner-up, she says that if it wasn't for her daughter, she never would have entered pageants."For me, it was the mother-daughter experience, and you know, I would do anything for my daughter. Most mothers and fathers would and it was that shared experience that brought us to this particular pageant because they embrace women with different abilities," Sides said.The mother-daughter duo both received various recognitions, including signed letters from President Biden.After all the pageant success for Amy, we asked her what was next."I want to be in The Voice. I'd like to sing in The Voice," Douglas said.
Harris calls for ‘unity’ and says she prayed for Trump after assassination attempt
Vice President Kamala Harris revealed she prayed for former President Donald Trump following his assassination attempt, adding that she has met with former first lady Melania Trump since then. Harris made her comments during a campaign stop in Michigan on Wednesday, during which she condemned political violence. The vice president also mourned the death of […]
Michigan's biggest motorcycle rallies kick off Wednesday
MUSKEGON, Mich. — Michigan's biggest motorcycle rallies are getting in gear this week. Nearing a decade old, the annual Rebel Road rally will kick off in Downtown Muskegon Wednesday, just a few blocks over from the annual bike time rally starting at 5pm. "After last year, they estimated almost...
Animal shelter rescues dog and six puppies abandoned at farm
ELK RAPIDS, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Elk Country Animal Shelter in Montmorency County is asking for any information that may lead them to the person they say dumped a dog at an abandoned farm. Winnie and her six puppies were rescued by shelter staff after they receiving a tip that...
Grayling awarded $713,000 for Rayburn project
GRAYLING – Changes are coming to the City of Grayling. The city has been awarded $713,000 from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Spark Grant Program to develop new outdoor recreation facilities and trail networks. This funding is part of a $25 million allocation aimed at boosting public health, introducing new experiences, enhancing infrastructure, and improving access to recreation.
Ottawa County GOP 'condemns' un-endorsed Republicans
OTTAWA COUNTY — After breaking tradition with a primary endorsement convention that largely backed Ottawa Impact, the Ottawa County GOP is calling for a dozen other candidates to stop running as Republicans. The primary is crowded in Ottawa County, with contested races up and down the ballot. All eleven...
Pit Spitters ace Jayden Dentler selected for 2024 All-Star Game
TRAVERSE CITY – The Northwoods League announced the rosters for the 2024 Northwoods League All-Star Game, with one Pit Spitter represented in the starting rotation - starting pitcher Jayden Dentler of Grand Valley State University. Dentler has pitched to a 1.07 ERA through six starts. He has struck out 21 batters over 33.2 innings pitched. This is Dentler’s first all-star game selection in his two-year career with the Pit Spitters. In his spring season, he spent time with Kellogg Community College, Northwood University and Western Michigan. During his spring seasons he has a 3.86 ERA through 42 career starts. He struck out 165 batters in 217 innings.
Augusta Iwasaki Impresses in the $30,000 Traverse City National Grand Prix
Traverse City, Michigan, USA – July 13, 2024 – The sun shone brightly on the Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel International Ring on Saturday afternoon during the second week of the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF), presented by B&D Builders. The featured class of the day was the $30,000 Traverse City National Grand Prix, won by Augusta Iwasaki (USA) and Bullseye 111 Z.
BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
Michigan Man Faces 20 Years in Prison for Stealing Mperks Data From Meijer Customers
A 22-year-old West Michigan man has pleaded guilty and could spend 20 years in prison for a massive mPerks theft scheme targeting Meijer customers last year. Nicholas Mui of Grand Haven will also give up $630,000 in cash and cryptocurrency and surrender his computer. mPerks Scheme Costs Meijer More Than...
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...
Indiana Michigan Power seeks more clean-energy generation resources in Michigan
Indiana Michigan Power Co. (I&M) has filed plans with Michigan regulators for additional generation resources — including solar, wind, and natural gas — to ensure customers’ future energy needs are met. “I&M is committed to ... Read More » The post Indiana Michigan Power seeks more clean-energy generation resources in Michigan appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
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