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Nelson Township Alert Neighbor Thwarts Break-In, Leading to Woodland Manhunt and Arrest
In what can only be described as a textbook case of vigilance crossing paths with opportunity, a Nelson Township man managed to disrupt a would-be intruder from breaking into his neighbor's home. The incident unfolded on Tuesday morning near the intersection of Myers Lake Avenue and 20 Mile Road. As FOX 17 reported, the 68-year-old man noticed an individual, clad in a hoodie, mask, and gloves, making his suspicious approach towards a neighbor's driveway.
2 Republicans square off in Kent County Commission primary race
KENT COUNTY, MI – Two candidates are vying in the Republican Party primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 6, for a seat on the Kent County Board of Commissioners. Republicans Joel Langlois and Elizabeth Morse are facing off for a chance at the seat representing Alpine, Sparta and Tyrone townships as well as the village of Sparta and part of Plainfield Township.
New Office of the Public Defender opens in Kent Co., applications now open
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A new Office of the Public Defender is aiming to expand the criminal defense system for indigent adults in Kent County. This decision comes after a report by the National Association for Public Defense recommended establishing a new office. Previously, defense for indigent adults was overseen by the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission, before eventually being transferred to individual counties. In Kent County, private attorneys have been utilized for the past six years.
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
FBI Warning Michigan Residents of New Crime Trend Called Jugging
A new crime trend has led to law enforcement warning everyone to be very careful at ATMs in Michigan. I was today years old when I learned of the term 'Jugging.' The FBI describes this new crime trend below,. Jugging refers to a crime in which a suspect, or group...
Thick smoke arrives from the north today, See the smoke forecast
Wildfire smoke is thickening up north and west of Michigan. Our first wave of smoke is forecasted to move into Michigan. Our best model shows the high resolution forecast of where and when the smoke will cover our sky. The wildfires are raging in Canada. Below is a map of...
New Line of Boots Honors University of Michigan’s 2023 Championship Football Team
Wolverine a 141-year-old boot and clothing company in Rockford in west Michigan, today has launched a limited-edition Wolverine x University of Michigan Team #144 Commemorative 1000 Mile Boot. The 1000 Mile Boot pays homage to the Wolverines’ historical College Football Playoff National Championship win in 2023, where, with grit, resilience,...
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