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2024 Detroit Free Press International Half Marathon sells out months before race
The 2024 Detroit Free Press International Half-Marathon sold out out on Tuesday with just less than three months before the race steps off. It comes just days after the full marathon sold out over the weekend. There is a waitlist on the registration page with a $5 processing fee. If...
West Michigan blueberry farms modify care for crops after this season's change in climate
WHITEHALL, Mich. — West Michigan fruit farmers have seen a change in this summer’s blueberry crop due to the region’s changing climate. A study published by Michigan State University Extension found an early arrival of spotted wing drosophila and anthracnose fruit rot. Typically blueberry crops have signs...
What Highway Number Will the New Gordie Howe Bridge Between Michigan and Canada Have?
Construction on the long anticipated international bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario is nearing completion. When done, it will add a new border crossing with the goal of alleviating some traffic congestion on the tunnel between the two nations. The question has come up around road enthusiasts as to what...
CBP Field Ops to Host Annual Trade Day Event in Detroit
DETROIT – U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Office of Field Operations will host the 13th Annual Trade Day at Huntington Place downtown, August 7. The free event is open to the public and will provide attendees with an opportunity to interact with CBP personnel, Detroit Field Office trade staff, Canadian government officials, and a multitude of representatives from partner government agencies responsible for trade facilitation and enforcement.
Submarine manufacturing program unveiled by Whitmer and national leaders
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and other national leaders on Monday announced two projects in partnership with the U.S. Navy in Lansing and Macomb County, a collaboration supporters said would strengthen both the manufacturing industry in Michigan and federal defense capabilities. “As I talk with those who employ workers in many states, they often observe that Michiganders […] The post Submarine manufacturing program unveiled by Whitmer and national leaders appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Butzel attorney Mitchell Zajac elected chair, Cooley Law School Board of Directors
Butzel attorney and shareholder Mitchell (“Mitch”) Zajac was elected chair of the Cooley Law School Board of Directors. He joined Cooley’s Board of Directors in 2020 and was elected vice-chair […] The post Butzel attorney Mitchell Zajac elected chair, Cooley Law School Board of Directors appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Detroit legislator takes the long view on Michigan’s water affordability struggles
For Detroit’s Sen. Stephanie Chang, the long and winding road to statewide drinking water affordability legislation continues with the finish line, hopefully, in sight. Chang, a Democrat representing Michigan’s 3rd district, first focused on the affordability issue as a newly minted representative in 2015. At the time, she heard stories about the effects of water shutoffs and related health issues. Since then, she has put a spotlight on affordability as a statewide issue, not just a Detroit problem as it is often portrayed.
Man convicted of kidnapping Michigan store manager to steal guns gets 15 years in prison
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A man who kidnapped the manager of a Michigan sporting goods store and held him at gunpoint while an accomplice stole 123 handguns was sentenced Monday to 15 years in federal prison. The Dunham’s Sports manager was handcuffed and blindfolded outside his home last November and forced to reveal how to disarm the alarm at the big-box store near Benton Harbor, 100 miles (160 kilometers) east of Chicago. Dontrell Nance, 25, was given consecutive sentences for kidnapping and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, according to online court records. He pleaded guilty in April. Nicole Grant told U.S. District Judge Paul Maloney that her son had a turbulent childhood and “significant challenges,” including mental health problems.
Battleground states absent hurdles to place Harris on ballot
(The Center Square) – Election laws in all seven battleground states will allow Democrats to place onto ballots the name of Vice President Kamala Harris, or another candidate if one materializes. As President Joe Biden’s supporters rally around Harris to take his spot as the party nominee, Republicans are planning legal challenges. Biden announced his decision via social media Sunday afternoon, with one month until the Aug. 19-22 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. ...
12 new stores, six restaurants & two video game lounges coming to DTW
Travelers heading to and from Detroit Metro Airport will soon be able to experience a variety of new shops, restaurants and gaming lounges while waiting for their respective flights.
Michigan worker groups strip union bosses of collection powers, sue others
(The Center Square) – Nearly six months after the Michigan Legislature repealed Right to Work laws, more groups of workers are taking action against what they say are coercive measures of some unions to collect fees. Mechanics from Brown Motors in Petoskey and drivers from MV Transportation in Ypsilanti successfully voted recently to remove their union officials' powers to collect union dues from nonunion members. The Brown Motors mechanics voted...
Michigan man accused of threatening Biden, Whitmer, LGTBQ+ people on YouTube pleads to having guns
BAY CITY, MI — While he initially planned to argue he was insane when he made online threats against LGBTQ+ people, America’s president and Michigan’s governor -- a Sebewaing man changed his mind and opted to accept a plea deal. A federal prison sentence may now loom in his future, as it also may for his mother, who admitted to purchasing numerous guns for her troubled son.
Warning! Measles are Back and Showing In Michigan!
It's been a long time that a case of the measles has been detected in Michigan. It was 2019 when the last cases were diagnosed. But guess what? It's back!. This could be very tough for those unvaccinated against measles because it is one of the most contagious diseases, but is mostly dangerous in young children and babies our sister station 102.5 The Block reports.
Julian Menser of South Lyon, Catholic Central wins Michigan Publinx State Match Play Championship
ROCHESTER – Julian Menser’s good golf summer just ramped up another notch. The 18-year-old South Lyon native and Detroit Catholic Central graduate won the Michigan Publinx State Match Play Championship with a 2 and 1 victory in the final match over Anthony Sorentino of Shelby Township Monday at Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club.
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