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Harness racing vet Roach ready to roll at fair
CARO — Columbiaville native Tim Roach can’t remember a time when horses weren’t part of his life. His homestead, Roach Stables, outside the village Columbiaville in Lapeer County’s Oregon Township, has been around more than 50 years.
Mid Michigan Hitmen win tourney title
TRI-CITY AREA — The Mid Michigan Hitmen 14U baseball squad went 4-0 en route to a first-place finish at the Clio Tournament recently. The team opened their successful tournament run with a 13-4 win against Michigan Mavericks on Saturday, July 6. Later that day, they improved to 2-0 with...
Inside The Pitch: Bucks Gear Up For The Postseason
FLINT, Mich. (WNEM) - This week’s edition of Inside The Pitch focuses on the Flint City Bucks preparing for their postseason journey. Hear from Team President Costa Papista as well as midfielder Landon Fisher as the Bucks gear up for the Cleveland Force on Friday.
Giddy up! Gaines Rodeo offers two days of roping, racing to raise money for community
GAINES, MI – The 385-resident Genesee County village of Gaines will swell to roughly ten times its size at times this weekend as the rodeo comes back into town. The 21st annual Gaines Community Rodeo, set for Friday, July 19, and Saturday, July 20, at Pine Hill Park, 12135 Ray Road, will include competitions, food, as well as activities for children and adults in attendance.
Flint Gears Up for 50th Anniversary of the World’s largest 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Flint, renowned as a basketball mecca, will host the 50th anniversary of the world's largest 3-on-3 tournament, marking a monumental occasion. The Salvation Army LIFE Center eagerly anticipates its inaugural hosting, drawing teams, spectators, players, and partners from across the globe to celebrate this milestone on the Gus Macker World Tour.
Lake Orion’s Sophie Novak competes in steeplechase at U.S. Olympic Trials
LAKE ORION — Sophie Novak came home from the 2023 U.S. Olympic Trials and a vacation in Washington to welcome home signs, July 5. “It was really cute and I appreciated it,” said Novak. “I did not know it was going to happen. My dad was just really excited. I saw the signs so it was very nice.”
Nolin named Spartans new tennis coach
IMLAY CITY — Ryan Nolin was named the new Imlay City boys’ tennis coach this past week. He takes over the position from Sue Allen, who stepped down at the completion of last season. Nolin is no stranger to the Imlay City athletic program, having served as the...
Ally Challenge tournament just 34 days away
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (WNEM) - The countdown is on to the Ally Challenge; we’re just 34 days away from the tournament at Warwick Hills. On Tuesday, July 16, they held media day in Grand Blanc. The Ally Challenge gave some welcoming remarks and then held a “Closest to the...
Ally Challenge presented by McLaren, One Month Away
Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club, Grand Blanc, MI — July 17, 2024. Tournament officials have announced that The Ally Challenge, presented by McLaren, has accepted the commitment of major champion Vijay Singh to defend his title the week of August 19-25 at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club in Grand Blanc, Mich.
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