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Lauren Volpe Named Gymnastics Assistant Coach
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) – The Eastern Michigan University Gymnastics Head Coach Katie Minasola announced the hiring of Lauren Volpe as an assistant coach Wednesday, July 17. "We are beyond thrilled to welcome Lauren to our EMU family," Minasola said. "Her knowledge and experience in the MAC as an athlete and coach, will only help our program grow. Her energy and passion will add value to our program. She is the perfect addition to help us continue our success on the competition floor and in the classroom." After a decorated five-year run as a student-athlete at Ball State University, Volpe stayed...
Sweltering summer leaves metro Detroiters frustrated with costly electric bills
A lot of people reached out to us on Facebook asking about their recent DTE Bills that has a lot of people fuming, including one woman I spoke with when her July bill was over $600.
European Style Restaurant Named Best Comfort Food in Michigan
I don't care who you are, there's a place in your world for comfort food. There's something truly magical about comfort food. It's more than the act of eating, it takes us on a nostalgic journey, evoking cherished memories and a sense of home. Whether it's the familiar aroma of a favorite dish or the warmth it brings on a cold day, comfort food has a special place in our hearts.
Shooting at Detroit gas station leaves young woman in critical condition, three injured
A shooting at a gas station on Detroit’s east side left a woman in critical condition and three others injured. Detroit Police said the suspect walked into a gas station at Gratiot and Van Dyke around 9 p.m.
Southeast Michigan Weather: Cold Front to Bring Cooler Temps, Thunderstorms
Detroit, MI – A cold front will move southward through lower Michigan today, bringing another chance for showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures are expected to reach the low to mid-80s, but the front will introduce a cooler airmass, resulting in highs in the 70s for most of the remainder of the week.
Tigers reaping benefits of quiet August pickup
Over the next two weeks, the Tigers are widely expected to become deadline sellers. That’s perhaps not as set in stone as it once looked before an 8-2 stretch with nine games against the Twins and Guardians remaining between now and the trade deadline. But at 47-50, they’re a dozen games back of Cleveland for the division lead and seven games out of the American League Wild Card chase. An impressive run, particularly against those division foes, would be necessary to change the complexion of the AL Central.
RNC, Trump campaign sue to close some Michigan voter registration sites
LANSING, Mich — The Republican National Committee (RNC), Donald Trump's presidential campaign and others are seeking to close some voter registration sites in Michigan per a federal lawsuit filed this week. The case claims that state officials overstepped their authority when they allowed Veterans Affairs (VA) Hospitals and U.S....
50+ must-try burgers in metro Detroit
The humble hamburger is a staple of American food culture, and metro Detroit’s burger scene is sizzling with choices. When you’re in need of a greasy pick-me-up or searching for a hearty, delicious meal, sometimes a simple juicy burger will do just the trick. The delicacy is served...
Meet the Candidate: Alyshia Dyer is running for Washtenaw County Sheriff
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Raised in Ypsilanti, Alyshia Dyer aims to give back to the community that helped make her. The former road patrol deputy and marine deputy is running to be the next Washtenaw County Sheriff, and believes that change must start at the leadership level. A graduate...
'I just feel so free.' Black Trans Circles Detroit offers support, pampering during 3-day event
(WXYZ) — Wendi Cooper is from Louisiana and she’s one of about 30 transgender women spending three days at a hotel in downtown Detroit taking part in “Black Trans Circles Detroit.”. "Here I just feel so free," said Wendi. It's a convening of Black transgender women, bonding...
Lions are one of the favorites to land four time Pro Bowler in a trade
The Detroit Lions defensive line is looking a lot better than it did in 2023. Still, the the team could use some more help in the pass rushing department. There could be a very good option available pretty soon in Patriots' edge rusher Matthew Judon. After a recent cryptic tweet that pointed ...
All State Fastener Acquires Creative Assembly Systems
All State Fastener Acquires Creative Assembly Systems to Enhance Market Position and Innovation. Roseville, Michigan — July 15, 2024 — All State Fastener (“ASF”) is excited to announce the acquisition of Creative Assembly Systems (“CAS”). CAS comes into the ASF portfolio as a highly accomplished and well-respected company within the fastener industry. This strategic integration will enhance ASF market share, competitive advantage, and provide added resources to better serve existing customers while driving growth in the core business.
Former Grosse Pointe Woods lifeguard dives into new role heading Parks and Rec Department
GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A Grosse Pointe Woods native who spent much of his youth at the Lake Front Park pool has returned home to helm the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. Owen Gafa’s appointment to parks and recreation director passed by a vote of 5-0 by the...
Summer music festivals fill the weekend in the metro area
The metro area’s always crowded summer music scene goes into overdrive this weekend, with a half-dozen mostly outdoor festivals taking place from Detroit’s Cultural Center to Pontiac and beyond. The offerings are varied, too, including …. • Diverse as ever, the 33rd annual Concert of Colors is once...
Lingering concern for the Lions highlighted by player tabbed as potential bust
Last season, no Detroit Lions' edge rusher besides Aidan Hutchinson (11.5 sacks) had more than two sacks. So that remaining group was ripe for an overhaul this offseason. Julian Okwara (Philadelphia Eagles), Romeo Okwara (retirement) and Charles Harris (still a free agent) are notably gone. As could have been expected,...
42 Dugg Defends Eminem After Skilla Baby’s Claim He Isn’t Best Rapper In Detroit
42 Dugg may understand why Skilla Baby made the claim that people in Detroit don’t view Eminem as their GOAT, but he doesn’t agree with that claim. The 29-year-old was asked about Skilla’s statement while speaking to The Breakfast Club on Thursday (July 11). While he said he was unaware that the statement had been made, he offered an explanation as to why younger rap fans might feel that way.
Priority Waste takes over refuse hauling in Farmington Hills
METRO DETROIT — The lime green trucks picking up refuse in your neighborhood have turned to yellow. Green For Life Environmental, the waste management company that has contracts with many municipalities in metro Detroit, recently sold the residential trash collecting assets to Priority Waste. News of the sale hit social media before GFL was able to put out its official statement.
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