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Woman charged with homicide after death of four-month-old
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- A Hastings woman is facing homicide and child abuse charges after the death of a baby in Osceola County. Savannah Miller, 31, was arrested last Sunday when Police were called to an apartment on West Franklin in Reed City and said they found a four-month-old unresponsive.
Neighbor recalls moment missing Michigan girl, 17, found at 44-year-old's home after getting engaged
Prosecutors have decided not to press criminal charges against the 44-year-old man Penelope Wise was living with for seven weeks while her family was frantically searching for her
A Skeleton Appears on the Lake Michigan Shore Every Few Years
Seventeen miles north of Muskegon on the shores of Lake Michigan lies a skeleton – a skeleton that dates all the way back to 1897. On Sylvan Beach is the home of the wreckage of The Contest; a ship that was built in Holland, Michigan in 1863. According to Wisconsinshipwrecks.org, The Contest was used for transporting dry goods and foods, cord wood, posts, stones, and railroad ties.
Meeting Brief: July 23, 2024 City of Kalamazoo Natural Features Protection Review Board
The Board approved the NFP site plan for the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy Project for the Bow in the Clouds preserve with a request of widening a portion of the trail to allow maintenance access requiring the removal of 3 to 12 trees. The Board also approved a project located on 3625 West Michigan Ave to add multi-family housing, granting approval of the new NFP site plan and a Variance for woodland removal with the project. The next City of Kalamazoo Natural Features Protection Review Board meeting will be held Tuesday, August 27th at 4 – watch the LIVE meeting on publicmedianet.org. If your interest is natural features you might also check out the City of Kalamazoo Environmental Concerns Committee meeting on Wednesday August 21.
Congratulations to BIGGBY COFFEE’s Teacher of the Month
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- An exciting facet of Maranda’s Park Party Recess is celebrating local educators dedicated to helping their students soar!. Through BIGGBY COFFEE of West MI’s “Teacher of the Month” initiative, individuals who constantly pour their hearts into their classrooms and higher learning are recognized for their hard work.
Kalamazoo’s new public safety spokesman helped produce popular films, TV shows
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety has a new spokesperson. Zach Hamelton, 32, has joined KDPS as the new public information officer. With a background in public safety communication and media production, Hamelton previously served as the public information officer for the Haines City Police and Fire Departments in Florida, KDPS said in a news release.
Portage city manager awarded $10K raise
PORTAGE, MI -- Portage City Manager Pat McGinnis will earn $10,500 more as he enters his third year in the role. This year’s performance evaluation earned McGinnis another 5% raise, bringing his annual salary to $220,500, effective July 12. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Life EMS to become nation's first provider to use Stryker's 'next gen' defibrillator
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Two medical teams in Michigan are working together to launch the "nex gen" defibrillator. Life EMS, a West Michigan-owner provider, is anticipated to be the first emergency service organization in the nation to use Stryker's newest medical device, LIFEPAK 35, according to officials. The device is...
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
Truck driver, lawmaker face off in Kalamazoo-area state House primary
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI — Republican incumbent Matt Hall is being challenged from within his party as he seeks reelection to Michigan’s 42nd House District. Political newcomer Rich Cutshaw, of Scotts, is facing off against Hall in the Tuesday, Aug. 6, Republican primary. The winner will face Democrat Austin Marsman in the Nov. 5 general election.
Early voting in Michigan starts Saturday, locations in St. Joseph and Berrien Counties
Early voting for the Michigan primary starts Saturday, with voting taking place locally in St. Joeseph and Berrien Counties until Tuesday, August 6. In Berrien County, early voting will be at the South County Courthouse in Niles. In St. Joseph County, it will be at their training facility in Centreville.
Two Michigan men indicted on drug charges in Cabell County
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — Two Michigan men were indicted after the Huntington Police Department’s SWAT Team arrested them on drug charges back in February 2023. Damon Brown and Clarence Walls were both arrested after the SWAT Team searched a home on 7th Avenue in Huntington on Feb. 1, 2023, the city police department said […]
EV road trip update: Low battery, high tension; reliving our scariest moment
Last updated: Thursday, July 25 at 6:20 p.m. Follow along as Bridge Michigan’s Paula Gardner, Kelly House and Asha Lewis take a 1,000-mile trek around Lake Michigan in a rented EV. Check here throughout the day for their latest adventures. Why are we doing a road trip? Why did...
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