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Will Williams takes over as Bay City Western’s boys basketball head coach
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - There’s a new man in charge of the Bay City Western boys basketball program. Saginaw High’s own Will Williams is now be leading the Warriors. He’s been around the program for five years and last season was an assistant coach on varsity. Williams...
I-Ride offering free rides to the polls in Isabella Co.
ISABELLA CO. (WNEM) - I-Ride said it will be providing free rides to and from early voting locations in Isabella County starting Saturday, July 27, through Sunday, Aug. 4. City of Mt. Pleasant and Union Township residents will vote at Powers Hall on the campus of Central Michigan University, according to I-Ride. All other Isabella County Townships will vote at the Commission on Aging, located at 2200 S. Lincoln Road.
See all homes sold in Bay County, July 8 to July 14
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Bay County reported from July 8 to July 14. There were 38 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,168-square-foot home on Handy Drive in Bay City that sold for $155,000.
Michigan State Police announced new post commander in Freeland
FREELAND, Mich. (WJRT) - The Michigan State Police announced that a new post commander has been appointed to the the Tri City post in Freeland. F/Lt. Dan Nease is an 11-year veteran of the department and a local to the Tri-Cities. Nease has previously had the title of assistant post...
Four CMU football players receive Lindy's preseason honors
As Central Michigan football gears up for the 2024 season, four Chippewas earned Lindy’s preseason All-Mid American Conference team selections. Seniors are leading the pack for CMU, as defensive back Donte Kent and wide receiver Jesse Prewitt III both earned first team honors. Seniors running back Marion Lukes and...
Chippewa Track & Field Program, Paupore and Turner honored as USTFCCCA All-Academic
NEW ORLEANS -- Central Michigan University Track & Field earned All-Academic status from the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Thursday, while two decorated student-athletes, Emily Paupore, who won the Indoor 5000m title in 2024 and Anya Turner, who competed in the NCAA Outdoor Regional Championships in the steeplechase, were named All-Academic Athletes.
This 90 Year Old Diner In Michigan Sells The Best Burgers You’ll Ever Eat
There’s something about a well-made cheeseburger that really makes you feel like a true American. Over the years I have had the pleasure of going to so many great local restaurants and trying some incredible burgers with the help of the community speaking up for these great family-owned restaurants.
Annual Lumberjack Festival returns to Farwell this weekend
FARWELL — The Farwell community is gearing up for their annual Lumberjack Festival. For more than 20 years ago, the festival has drawn thousands to the area for the weekend. A car show, farmers market, contests and food are just a few things to check out. If chicken chucking doesn’t perk your interest, the Great Lakes Timber Show should bring you in. They perform three times a day to show skills in log rolling, ax throwing and even chainsaw competitions. Another important aspect of the festival is the nod to Farwell’s history.
VFW 1075 Hosts Another Successful Car, Truck and Bike Show
HARRISON – This year’s VFW 1075 Car, Bike and Truck Show held Saturday, July 6, was once again participant rich, similar to last year’s event. While not all of the pre-registered 29 participants showed up on the day, others just dropped in without prior registration, which brought that number back up. So, all in all, 29 owners were onsite showing off their pride-and-joy vehicles.
Phone outage in Bay City affecting Verizon customers
BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) – The city of Bay City said it is currently experiencing an outage impacting incoming calls from Verizon customers. The city said staff is working with providers to fix the issue, but a time of restoration is currently unknown. If you need to pay a...
Northwood pitchers, past and present, selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft
A pair of Northwood University pitchers — one past, one present — are heading west. Left-hander Derek Clark, a Petersburg, Michigan, native, who set all sorts of program records in three seasons at Northwood before finishing his collegiate career at West Virginia, was selected in the ninth round of the Major League Baseball Draft (262nd overall) by the Los Angeles Angels on Monday.
Linwood Post 239 wins Ultimate Strike Zone tourney
Linwood Post 239’s baseball team went 4-0 last weekend in winning the 23rd annual Ultimate Strike Zone Tournament. Linwood began pool play with a 21-3 win over Palacios Tailors. Jack Rich earned the win on the mound, going six innings and allowing three runs on seven hits and one walk, while striking out four.
Bolts hosts home swim meet
The Breckenridge Wahpeton Bolts swim team hosted a free swim meet for new swimmers and the community on July 10. The meet gave those interested in swimming a taste of what it is like. Kialie Brevik joined the Bolts in the fall of 2023. She shared that she loves swimming...
CMU student gets tech polysilicon internship in Tennessee
A Central Michigan University student studying applied statistics and analytics has been awarded an internship at a Tennessee-based silicone and polymer technology company. Harshavardhan Reddy of Mt. Pleasant, who graduates in December, is completing an internship at Wacker Chemical Company in Charleston, Tenn. Wacker is a pioneer in silicone and...
Empty Canvas offers a blend of live music and fine arts
For 16 years, Empty Canvas has been dazzling audiences with a captivating performance including both live music and an interactive painting show. As the group looks forward to performing at this year's Great Lakes Beer Festival from 4 to 7 p.m. on Aug. 17 at Dow Diamond, founding member Mike McMath explains what people can expect from this unique combination of live music and art.
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