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Macomb County officials on new project: 'It's more than just a jail'
The first demolition smashes crashed Friday into the wall of the Macomb County Jail annex, with more than a dozen wide swings each from County Executive Mark Hackel and Sheriff Anthony Wickersham. Wielding sledgehammers emblazoned with the words "Macomb County" on the handles and sporting black Sheriff's Office hard hats and dark sunglasses,...
Single-vehicle crash on I-96 claims life of Hartland Township man
A 22-year-old Hartland Township man is dead after the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado he was driving eastbound on I-96 hit a guard rail near the Kensington Road exit and lost control at approximately 4:52 a.m. Saturday, July 20. The man, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, sustained a fatal...
Ann Arbor Guide to Volunteer Opportunities for Kids
Summer is in full swing, and for many parents, that comes along with kids and teens looking for suggestions on how to spend their time. The good news is that Washtenaw County is full of opportunities for youths to spend their vacations giving back to their community and having fun along the way.
Sheriff candidate taken to court for $21K in debt, says it makes her relatable
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Capitol One sued a Washtenaw County sheriff candidate for owing nearly $21,000, court records show. The credit card company filed a lawsuit against Alyshia Dyer, one of three Democrats appearing on the Aug. 6 primary ballot, in February. The debt was primarily daily living costs incurred while she was in graduate school, Dyer said, and she believes her the debt makes her more relatable to voters.
Sheriff candidate says licensing complaint, investigation ‘a made-up thing’
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – The state is investigating a Washtenaw County sheriff’s candidate for allegedly misrepresenting himself as a social worker. A complaint filed May 14 with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs pointed to Derrick Jackson’s campaign material and social media as evidence he has been improperly saying he is a social worker, according to documents obtained by a Freedom of Information Act request. A representative from LARA said the department does not comment on ongoing investigations.
Barnes & Noble takes play from independent competitors, opens new Lake Orion store
Barnes & Noble, once viewed as the Goliath to independent bookstores' David, is now making a nostalgia-filled return with the opening of dozens of bookstores across the country, including one in Lake Orion that opened Wednesday. About 150 stores closed in the 2010s, — including the Barnes & Noble bookstore...
Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice plan march on Washington
Survivors of violent crime had a meeting in Detroit to advocate for themselves and have a larger march planned in Washington this September. The non-partisan group works to pass bills to protect victim rights. The group includes survivors of gun violence, sexual assault, and domestic violence. The national network promotes...
Genesee County food truck offers loaded ‘Daddy Mac,’ ‘Rocky Balboa’ baked potatoes
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Claiming to be the only food truck in Genesee County offering loaded baked potatoes, gaining popularity has been no issue for the Spud Hut. Launching in May, the Spud Hut already has business booming. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Woman who burned Quran outside Dearborn mosque vows to return to city
A woman from Oregon who burned a Quran outside a Dearborn mosque says she plans to return to the city by the end of the summer to again burn the holy book for Muslims. Sorbeah Almosa lit on fire a Quran at about 4 a.m. on July 13 on a sidewalk outside the Al-Huda Islamic Association, a mosque on Warren Avenue, as a protest against what she said were extremist statements made at rallies in Dearborn in...
Belle Isle giant slide reopens, and nobody will be flying off of it this time
In August 2022, Detroit Rapper Gmac Cash made a viral song about Belle Isle’s Giant Slide. In the song, Gmac Cash raps: “Hey, you could break your back on the giant slide / You could even break your neck on the giant slide / You might even bump your head on the giant slide.” ...
Birmingham Italian Dish holding closing sale
Birmingham store The Italian Dish is holding a retirement sale as owner/operator Holly Anselmi has decided it is time to move on after 20 years of owning the shop. The Italian Dish, 288 E. Maple Road, between S. Old Woodward and Woodward avenues, features specialty dinnerware, kitchenware, home décor, linens and gifts from Italy and other parts of Europe. Anselmi noted it's “a little bittersweet to close. Twenty years of retail have been good to me, but it's time to do something new.”
Hello, Ann Arbor: Lost lunch, development fueled by waste and a ‘clever older gent’
On this day last week, in expectation of a sweeping view, I was trucking three miles to the top of a bald near Eagle Harbor in the Keweenaw Peninsula. I am in awe up there at the vastness of wild spaces, the quiet, the calm. If you purchase a product...
LACASA Collection Store To Close Wednesday
A charity resale boutique operated by a local non-profit is moving and will be closing its original location next week. In preparation for its move, The LACASA Collection will permanently close the current location in the Kroger/Crossroads Town Center Plaza on Wednesday, July 24th at 6pm. The LACASA Center asks...
Hip Hop Icon KRS-One to Rock Avalon Village Stage July 30 in Highland Park
Legendary hip-hop icon KRS-One will perform at Avalon Village in Highland Park on Tuesday, July 30. This special outdoor concert, hosted by 2D Productions and Avalon Village, promises a night of unforgettable beats while raising funds for a great cause. KRS-One, also known as Lawrence “Kris” Parker, is highly respected...
R&B on the river, Michigan jazz talent and drinks at the zoo: This weekend in Detroit
Heavy summer storms this week gave way to gorgeously mild weather, perfect for outdoor activities or chill artistic pursuits. As usual with summer in The D, there are many big things going on, including Concert of Colors and the Ann Arbor Art Fair, but here are four fun, fresh options you might not know about. ...
Senior/rec center panel suggests new building
The Ad Hoc Senior/Recreation Center Committee (SCC) advising the Birmingham City Commission on development of a senior and recreation center for the city voted on Wednesday, July 17, to recommend to city leaders a complete new building rather than rehab the building purchased from the YMCA at 400 E. Lincoln one year ago.
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