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Possible severe Lansing area thunderstorms Friday afternoon will kick off wet weekend
GRAND RAPIDS — The weekend will start off cloudy and rainy for much of mid-Michigan, but should dry out by the end of Sunday, the National Weather Service said. Rain and storms moved through the state late Thursday into early Friday, and the National Weather Service Grand Rapids office said expect more of...
Cheeseburger lovers flock to Caseville for tasty bites, Parade of Tropical Fools
CASEVILLE, MI - Thousands of people poured into the small coastal city of Caseville. The annual Cheeseburger Festival originally started in 1999 as a three-day event, but it has since expanded to a 10-day party. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
New Survey Asks for Input on Future of Downtown Pedestrian Plaza
August 16, 2024 – The 2024 season is not yet over for Downtown Midland’s The Commons Pedestrian Plaza, but the Downtown Development Authority is already looking toward its future - specifically, its future beyond 2025 - and invites the public to weigh in on the topic via a new survey on E-CityHall.
Step into Fall with Parks and Recreation's Fall Walking Program
August 16, 2024 – Join Midland Parks and Recreation and members of the Midland community to continue weekly strolls during the fall season with Parks and Recreation’s program Step into Fall. This program will host a two-mile walk at the base of the Tridge every Wednesday at 5:30...
Savor the Flavor as Taste of Downtown Returns September 12
August 16, 2024 – Explore Downtown Midland in a fun and delicious fashion at the Downtown Development Authority’s Taste of Downtown on Thursday, September 12 from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Midland. Each ticketholder will receive a tasting passport that provides access to 17 tasting stations...
Coast Guard throws cold water on annual Port Huron river float
The 16th annual Port Huron Float Down is expected to draw over 5,000 rafters. Many participants need to be rescued from the St. Clair River each year, locals say. Despite Coast Guard warnings, local law enforcement encourages families to participate safely. The U.S. Coast Guard is cautioning revelers from taking...
Local Pitch Hit and Run Winners Advance to State Championship
August 16, 2024 – Midland Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that local Pitch Hit and Run champions Landen Baryo, Allyson Gwizdala, Palmer Myers, Piper Benner, Sullivan Lind, Peyton Larkin, Lane Phillips-Strait, and Zaya Gillis have advanced to the MLB Pitch Hit and Run Detroit Tigers Team Championship, which will be played on Saturday, August 17 at Comerica Park in Detroit.
Spencer brothers ready for coming home party Saturday night
LINDEN, Mich. (WJRT) - For the first time in their pro careers, Joey and Mickel Spencer will be fighting in their hometown Linden. "It's kind of crazy because a lot of time people start fighting in their local area, I haven't had that opportunity." said Joey. "I've been fighting in the MGM Grand and big venues in New York City. And I'm coming back to my hometown."
How Much Cannabis Does Michigan Have To Consume To Fix All The Damn Roads?
When Governor Gretchen Whitmer was elected in the state of Michigan, one of her top priorities was to "Fix the Damn Roads." And by far, it seems like she's made the most progress by any one governor in many, many years. But fixing the roads are expensive, and the money had to come from somewhere.
Student Safety: The Most Dangerous Colleges in Michigan
When we send our children off to college or attend ourselves, it can be terrifying for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, one of the most prominent is how dangerous college campuses and towns can be. The issues aren't confined to a few places, either. Many colleges across the country have...
Man who kidnapped & murdered Michigan 2-year-old sentenced to life in prison
LANSING, Mich. – Rashad Trice, the man who kidnapped and killed a toddler last summer, will spend the rest of his life behind bars. Back in July 2023, Trice assaulted the child’s mother, his exgirlfriend, at her home in Lansing. The young girl’s body, (Wynter Cole-Smith), was found...
Bad Cookie: New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers
Oh no! The Cookie Monster may not like this announcement. Before you shop at Meijer, you may want to know about this recall!. New Recall Affecting Michigan Meijer Cookie Lovers. It is a tough day to love Meijer cookies. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Midwest retailer,...
Don’t Get Caught Using “Authorized Vehicles Only” Roads In Michigan
I was being a passenger prince while my wife Lindsey drove us to Detroit to see George Strait at Ford Field. When we were near Lansing I saw a Minivan pull over and use the road that is for authorized vehicles only. I'm not sure why they used it but...
Michigan Judge Has Field Trip Student Placed in Cuffs and Jumpsuit
According to WXYZ, a non-profit The Greening of Detroit went on a field trip to the 36th District Court where Judge Kenneth King was presiding. A 15-year-old student was falling asleep and Judge King did not like and warned about it but he felt she had a bad attitude. That is when he ordered her out of the courtroom. Judge King felt she needed a lesson and told her to change into a jail uniform, put her in cuffs, and sit in lock up.
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