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A Fake Repo Man Is Going Around Grand Rapids Stealing Cars
When you park somewhere you're not supposed to, you always run the risk of getting your car towed. Getting your car towed is the definition of a bad day and is a major hassle to try and get it back. But imagine you park somewhere that's supposed to be safe,...
Aldi opens stores in Maryland, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Missori
It was a big week for German discount grocer Aldi, which opened four stores in four different states. The grocer launched three on Thursday at the following locations:. 737 South Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg, Md. 4344 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse, Wisc. 1270 N. Telegraph Road, Monroe, Mich. A fourth store...
Bow Fishermen Capture World Record 24.5lb Koi Fish In Michigan That Looks Like A Goldfish On Steroids
A massive invasive species was removed from Glen Lake, Michigan, a lake that sits just inland from Lake Michigan in the northwest portion of the state. The Japanese Koi fish caught by a bowfishing team from the Thundering Aspens Sportsman Club ended up bagging a world record koi (on the bow) when it tipped the […] The post Bow Fishermen Capture World Record 24.5lb Koi Fish In Michigan That Looks Like A Goldfish On Steroids appeared first on BroBible.
Michigan, Canada officially connected by North America’s longest cable-stayed bridge
DETROIT - It’s not open yet, but the Gordie Howe International Bridge has just become an official border crossing, connecting Michigan and Canada by the largest cable-stayed bridge in all of North America. It’s the latest milestone in the Bridge’s ongoing construction between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.
McGinnis receives high grades and pay hike from Portage City Council
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – It’s been a bumpy few years in Portage, but their City Manager has received good grades for the way he handled things. Last year there was a citizen uprising over proposed new housing in the Lake Center district, and there were questions about the legitimacy of a city council member’s qualifications going into fall elections. This spring the city was hit by a tornado.
See who’s running for Kalamazoo County commissioner in District 4
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Sarah Joshi and Abby Wheeler are vying for the Democratic nomination to represent District 4 on the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners. The board has nine members elected to four-year terms to represent districts in different areas of the county. The board makes decisions to guide the operation and administration of the county government.
Big Lots plans to close one Grand Rapids area store
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Discount retailer Big Lots plans to close its store at 4254 28th St. SE in the suburb of Kentwood. The company, which is based in Columbus, Ohio, and operates about 1,400 stores in 48 states, has a notice on its website for the Kentwood location stating that the location is closing, and that savings of up to 20% are available on inventory.
Popular Breakfast Joint in Downtown Kalamazoo, MI Announces Sudden Closure
After only a year in business this popular breakfast spot in downtown Kalamazoo announced it's sudden and abrupt closure with only 4 days advanced notice. We're still trying to wrap our brains around this one after WWMT News Channel 3 first reported the news; it seems good things never last anymore.
Man now dead following Kalamazoo apartment shooting
KALAMAZOO (WOOD-AM) - A man is now dead after being found shot earlier this week at an apartment complex in Kalamazoo. Public safety officers say Charles Lee Weir was found shot at the Fox Ridge Apartments off Alamo Avenue on Wednesday. The shooting remains under investigation and no arrests have...
2 Republicans compete to replace retiring township treasurer, who’s had the job since ‘97
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — Two Republicans are facing one another to see who will become the next treasurer in Cooper Township. The winner of the Tuesday, Aug. 6 primary race between Robin DeHaan and Susan Thompson will be unopposed in the November general election, barring a possible write-in candidate emerging.
[UPDATED] Missing woman sought in Three Rivers
THREE RIVERS — The Three Rivers Police Department is asking for the public’s help in finding a woman that went missing earlier this month. Police say 46-year-old Melanie Jo Loree was last seen on July 8 in the 300 block of South Erie Street in Three Rivers. She is described as a white female, 5 feet and 2 inches tall, and 160 lbs., with reddish-brown hair, hazel eyes, and tattoos on her neck and arms.
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
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