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Man Arrested In Fatal Iosco County Crash
A 34-year-old Hale man was arrested in Iosco County Tuesday for impaired driving resulting in the death of another man. State Police troopers were called to the scene on M-65 near Slosser Trail around 11:30 P.M. after a collision between a 2013 Ford Taurus and a 2015 Fiat 500. Investigators say the man was driving the Taurus heading north and turned directly into the path of the Fiat, driven by a 42-year-old Hale man. That man was critically injured and died later at a hospital. A 22-year-old Hale woman, who was the victim’s passenger, suffered minor injuries, as did the at fault driver.
Grand Traverse Band Announce Second Round Of Revenue Distribution Grants For 2024
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians (GTB) has announced its second distribution of gaming revenues for 2024. (The first round is detailed here.) The disbursal of funds gives a total of $643,166.36 to 31 local units of government, including several in Grand Traverse County. Twice a year,...
Light Up The Sky: Traverse City’s Fourth Of July Fireworks Show, By The Numbers
Come dusk tonight, fireworks will be bursting across the Traverse City sky in brilliant color. It’s an impressive display, and at this point, it’s such an embedded local Fourth of July tradition that it’s hard to imagine it not happening. But just because Traverse City’s Independence Day celebration seems like an inevitability doesn’t mean it is one. On the contrary, according to event organizers, a great deal of planning, money, pyrotechnics, and hard work goes into making this explosive lightshow a reality. So, in honor of our nation’s birthday, here’s a by-the-numbers rundown of the fireworks you’ll be watching this evening.
From cement plant to multi-million dollar homes: Bay Harbor celebrates 30 years
BAY HARBOR — Thirty years ago, a falling smokestack heralded the beginning of an enormous project to transform a five-mile stretch of land along Lake Michigan from a shuttered cement plant into a bustling lakeside community filled with multi-million dollar homes. The Petoskey News-Review was on site on July...
Special Cherry Kids Day held in Traverse City
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Children and individuals with physical and developmental challenges were welcomed to the National Cherry Festival for some fun and games on Wednesday. Dozens of children and their families came to the Open Space Park for Special Cherry Kids Day. There were games, art activities, face...
Happy birthday George! Independence Village hosts Tigers-themed party for 105th birthday
Editor's Note: A previous version of this story misidentified Mary Phillips in a photo. PETOSKEY — Between 80 and 100 people made their way into Independence Village on June 27 to help celebrate George Prediger for his 105th birthday. ...
Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss appointed to statewide committee by Governor Gretchen Whitmer
LANSING, Mich — Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss is set to step into a statewide role as she completes the final few months of her term as mayor. Last week, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Bliss to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Executive Committee. Bliss,...
Grand Rapids Woman Wins $1 Million Playing Powerball
A 66-year-old Grand Rapids woman got the surprise of her life last month when she discovered that she had bought a Powerball ticket worth $1 million. Lisa Cecil said in a release from the Michigan Lottery that she was so shocked (and a little in disbelief) that she ran around her house after midnight, waking up everyone in the home. She wanted them to look at her ticket and confirm that she had one. (Honestly, Lisa, I would have done the exact same thing!)
Sault Ste. Marie closer to $2.5M grant for the I-500 thanks to state budget
SAULT STE. MARIE — $250,000 from Michigan’s 2025 budget will be going to enhancing the Soo International-500 Snowmobile Racetrack by way of a community enhancement grant. The Sault Ste. Marie Convention & Visitors Bureau said the funding will allow for major progress to be made towards the goal of renovating parts of the I-500 track and surrounding property. The community enhancement grant funding will go towards helping the Sault CVB and City of Sault Ste. Marie fulfill the requirements needed to receive a $2.5 million grant. “To me it means so much to our community,” said Sault CVB Executive Director Linda Hoath. “To have our legislators have our back and help improve our area means everything to us.” The I-500 is a vital part to the Eastern Upper Peninsula’s economy during winter months and drives tourist in from across the Midwest and Ontario.
Two Men Sentenced for Fond du Lac Walmart Heist
The two Michigan men who stole over $3,500 in Apple Watches from the Fond du Lac Walmart have been sentenced. FOX11 reports that Ricky Bell was ordered to spend four years in prison, while Jaylon Autry was given a 3.5-year sentence, and both men will spend four years on extended supervision upon their release.
Grayling Goodwill store officially opens with ceremony
Goodwill Northern Michigan officially opened a new Goodwill store in Grayling during a June 28 ribbon-cutting ceremony. Refreshments and a raffle to win a $100 shopping spree were also held at the new location, 2404 I-75BL, Grayling. “We have had great support from the community on our opening day, it is great to be in this space and we are […]
Parade, fireworks set for Fourth of July
In celebration of the Fourth of July, Grayling will host a parade and fireworks display. The 4th of July parade will be held today (Thursday) at 11 a.m. on Michigan Avenue and then continue on to Peninsula Street. To view the fireworks display, which will take place at dusk today (Thursday), City Park will offer a great location for spectators. […]
Revealing Michigan’s Deadliest Highway Holidays
Though each holiday rings a bit differently in Michigan, if it involves a day off, one thing they all share is our desire to get to our destination safely and as quickly as possible. No matter the occasion, we want to be 'there,' wherever 'there' may be. This mentality and tunnel vision can lead to traffic tie-ups and accidents on Michigan roadways, but is there one holiday in particular that is the most dangerous, or even deadly, for Michigan drivers?
Could Big Lots Be the Latest Retailer to Announce Michigan Store Closures?
It's no secret that many big-name retailers have been forced to close stores due to changing market conditions and increased competition from online shopping. While the pandemic and inflation are often cited as reasons, it's online shopping that's the real threat to traditional brick-and-mortar stores. Some companies, including Rite Aid,...
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