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Owner of Several Leo’s Coney Islands Accused of Fraudulent Wage Practices
The franchise owner who operates several Leo's Coney Island locations in Michigan is being accused of fraudulent wage activity, essentially cheating employees out of money they've earned. Kyriakos 'Ken' Vlahadamis is being investigated by the United States Department of Labor for defying overtime regulations and shortchanging employees for wages they've...
Bucking wild rodeo comes to Gaines
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Smells of excitement, food, sweat, and more filled the air in the village of Gaines on Saturday, July 20. The normally quiet Genesee County village was packed with hundreds of locals and visitors from the across the state Michigan and country for the 21st Annual Gaines Community Rodeo.
Governor Whitmer signs Michigan's 2025 school budget amidst funding concerns
FLINT, Mich. - Governor Gretchen Whitmer signing the 2025 school aid budget in Flint this afternoon. Lawmakers approved this funding before going on summer recess. Supporters say this builds upon the historic investments made last year into the public education system in Michigan. However certain line items have been criticized.
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.
Mayor Neeley announces community call to action and Peer Mediator program to de-escalate youth violence
Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley has issued a call to action to all sectors of our city, calling on faith-based, educational, non-profit, law enforcement, and social services partners, as well as parents and families, to come together to stop the cycle of violence among adolescents and children in the City of Flint.
Michigan man killed after thrown from motorcycle into traffic sign during crash
DETROIT, Michigan (WWJ) -- A 39-year-old Oakland County man was killed in a motorcycle accident over the weekend, officials said. The incident happened at 2:42 a.m. on Saturday on Woodward Avenue at Osman Street in Pontiac. Authorities say the Waterford Township man was traveling north on Woodward Avenue while operating...
Cherry retailers are booming as growers struggle to hold on
Glen Arbor-based retailer Cherry Republic has built a successful business around a fruit that company President Bob Sutherland calls a “ruby red morsel of joy.”. For Cherry Republic, the tart cherry is much more than a crop, it’s a key piece of the Up North lifestyle that the company sells through its chain of six stores throughout Michigan, including locations in Holland, Traverse City, Charlevoix, Ann Arbor, and Frankenmuth. The stores offer more than 200 products ranging from chocolate-covered dried cherries and cherry candy to cherry summer sausage and cherry-based barbeque sauce. The company, which has 140 full-time employees, also distributes to around 700 stores nationwide.
Slice Of Flint Pizza Eating Contest – What You Need To Know
If you love pizza, this is your opportunity to prove it. The 2nd Annual Feed Your Face Pizza Eating Competition is happening soon. Here is everything you need to know about this exciting event. When is the Feed Your Face Pizza Eating Competition 2024?. Slice of Flint will host the...
Gov. Whitmer visits Flint to sign 2025 Education Budget, State Rep says cuts are reckless
GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. - Governor Gretchen Whitmer spent Tuesday afternoon in mid-Michigan to sign the state's balanced education budget for Fiscal Year 2025. Local leaders and educators joined the Governor for the occasion in Flint at the Educare Flint location on Gladwyn St. The Governor's Office says the new budget...
Meet the Flint-area's Ultimate Sports Champion for 2023-24
FLINT – No Flint-area school was better in 2023-24 than Powers Catholic when it came to all-around sports. The Chargers finished at the top of the local Ultimate Sports Champion list with 106 points, tying Dearborn Divine Child for 20th place in Michigan. If you purchase a product or...
Rough roads cost Michiganders thousands annually
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - It’s no secret to drivers that Michigan’s roads need work, but a new report puts a dollar amount on how much it’s costing drivers in repair bills. For people in Bay, Midland, and Saginaw counties, it’s $1,884 a year. The report published by...
Woman misses chance to avoid jail
CARO — One could say Rachel L. Parrish received a break when a judge delayed her sentence for one year, keeping her out of jail. But Parrish, 32, of Caro, didn’t take advantage of the situation. Last week a judge ruled Parrish “did not successfully complete her delay of sentence,” and tossed her in jail for 180 days – with credit for 74 days served.
The Loft set to close after 22 years in business in Downtown Flint
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - The Loft in Downtown Flint is preparing to close its doors. The popular bar has been part of the area for decades. "All good things come to an end, we've been here 22 years," said Rodney Ott, the owner of The Loft. "Regulars became family; friends became better friends. Five years, turned into 22. Every year, we always come back at the end of the year, should we stay open one more year."
Snake On The Lake 2024 Lineup – The Biggest Party Of The Summer
The biggest summer party is the annual Snake On the Lake bash in Fenton, Michigan. Snake On the Lake happens over Labor Day weekend on Saturday, August 31st, 2024, at Ponemah Lakeside Lodge. Ironsnake, the world's greatest 80s hair metal tribute band in the universe of all time ever, will...
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