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$15 million sewer expansion begins in Tuscarora Township
INDIAN RIVER — One of the largest sewer expansion projects in Northern Michigan is officially underway in Tuscarora Township near Indian River. A groundbreaking occurred on Aug. 8 for the $15 million project that will double the capacity at Tuscarora Township's sewage treatment plant and bring municipal water and sewer service to over 400 homes, businesses and churches in an environmentally sensitive area that runs along Burt Lake, the Indian River and the Sturgeon River in what...
Suspect arrested for attempting to kidnap 7-year-old girl at Michigan park, police say
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - One person was arrested on Tuesday after police said the individual attempted to kidnap a 7-year-old girl from North Clinton River Park in Sterling Heights.Sterling Heights police were called to the park at about 2:20 p.m. about a disturbance. Investigators learned that there was an altercation and a child was possibly struck by a car. Police said a resident, a member of the city's Citizens On Patrol, witnessed the altercation, intervened and pulled the suspect out of the car. When police arrived, they learned the suspect had attempted to kidnap a 7-year-old girl. The individual, a 23-year-old from Shelby Township, has not been officially charged or arraigned.Police said the suspect was also wanted for allegedly kidnapping in Clinton Township the same day. Clinton Township police are seeking charges in that incident. An investigation is ongoing.Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sterling Heights Investigations Bureau at 586-446-2825.
Michigan woman, 25, wins $300,000 after receiving scratch off lottery ticket as a gift
(CBS DETROIT) - A 25-year-old Michigan woman was shocked after she won $300,000 from a scratch off lottery ticket she received as a gift from her uncle, officials said. The Ottawa County woman, who decided to stay anonymous, was gifted an Emerald Green Wild Time ticket that was purchased at Lincolnshire P/S & Deli at 1110 Lincoln Ave. in Holland. "My uncle bought the ticket for me as a gift, and we sat down and scratched it together," said the player. "When I revealed a $300,000 prize, my first thought was: 'Is this fake?' I was immediately overwhelmed because I've never had this amount of money before! I am still in shock and trying to take it all in." She recently claimed her prize and plans to invest her winnings. Each $5 Emerald Green Wild Time ticket gives people the chance to win prizes from $5 to $300,000. Since the game launched in December 2022, players have won more than $39 million.
Viral Michigan Judge Gives Man Jail Time For Telling Him to ‘Kiss My A–‘
You'll probably remember, a while back, the story of Corey Harris, and how he was popped with a short stint in jail for being behind the wheel during his virtual hearing... regarding his suspended license. Well, that whole story was a whirlwind of its own, but the viral judge at...
Michigan Is One of the Luckiest Lottery States in the Country
It's not just me, right? It feels like every other week, we're talking about ANOTHER huge winner of the lottery in Michigan. It seriously feels like everyone around me is winning... except me. Well, as much as that sucks, all I can say is... keep trying, because a recent survey...
First Human Swine Flu Case of 2024 Detected in Michigan
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports that a person in Ingham County has been sickened by swine flu. Swine flu is a strain of influenza usually associated with pigs. This is the first reported case of H3N2 reported in a human in 2024. What is Swine Flu?
ALERT: West Michigan’s Perrigo Company Recalls Baby Formula Across 12 States
Families across the nation are still haunted by the struggles of the great baby formula shortage of 2022 caused by a contamination at a production facility in Sturgis, Michigan. Just like the pandemic era supply chain issues which affected necessities like toilet paper, disinfectant wipes, and computer chips, store shelves...
Pharmacy Chain Shutting Down All Remaining Locations In Michigan
Many Michigan residents rely on their favorite pharmacy to fill necessary prescriptions or as a convenient way to grab medicine and other household items. However several chain pharmacies in Michigan have faced financial struggles, and more consumers moving to do business online has led to restructuring efforts to save them. One drugstore chain has announced that over 800 locations are closing, including all locations in Michigan.
Three sister musical group to appear at Michigan State Fair
LAWRENCE – A Lawrence-based, three sister musical group, Vineyard Chicks, will be one of 10 bands from throughout the state who will compete in the Michigan State Fair Superstar contest Labor Day weekend. The top winner will win an artistic development package tailored to the winner’s specific needs, booking consultation, plus production of a three-song EP in addition to a $2,000 cash prize.
Michigan Cities Largely Predicted to Grow in Next 50 Years Outpacing Much of America
We hope you're ready to gain some new neighbors. When asked to predict Michigan was largely seen as a region on the grow. This may be somewhat surprisingly given decades of decline, particularly in the cites of the Rust Belt, that Michigan has faced. But climate concerns as well as shifts in other regions of the country could spur a population increase in the Great Lakes region in general and Michigan in particular.
Major Home Improvement Chain Shutters 94 Stores including Michigan
LL Flooring - which you probably know by its former name Lumber Liquidators - has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The chain currently owns and operates locations in 47 US states. LL Flooring Closing Stores in Michigan. The flooring company announced earlier this week that it plans to shutter 94...
Is It Time For Michigan To End This Outdated School Requirement?
The school systems and the way that schools operate now is completely different than they were 15 years ago when I was in elementary school or even 6-7 years ago while I was in high school. The rules, teachers, methods, and curriculum are all different among many other things as the school systems continue to adapt to the changes of the world.
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