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The Bridge View Exit in Northern Michigan Leads to Nowhere and Everything
Exit 343 on Interstate 75 in Michigan could be considered an exit to nowhere. There is no highway, no connection to anyplace other than an amazing view of the Mackinac Bridge and the Straits of Mackinac, that makes this exit to nowhere truly everything that's great about Michigan. The exit...
Bill signed to combat statewide EMT, paramedic shortages
(The Center Square) – Michigan has a new way to address its EMT shortage. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a law that would extend temporary EMT and paramedic licenses from 120 days to a year. House Bills 4613 and 4614 were sponsored by state Rep. Dave Prestin, R-Cedar River. “You don’t have to work in an ambulance or an emergency room for very long before you see just how devastating staffing...
3 incumbents, 3 newcomers battle in Cooper Township trustee primary
KALAMAZOO TOWNSHIP, MI — Six Republican candidates for trustee in Cooper Township are vying for four spots on the ballot in this year’s general election. The top four vote-getters in the Tuesday, Aug. 6, Republican primary will join Democratic candidate Cristine Wiles on the ballot for the Nov. 5 election, with four seats available.
Hartford police chief fired, city officials look to phase out police department
HARTFORD, Mich. — A Hartford police chief hired to take over for Tressa Beltran has been fired, according to City Manager Nicol Brown. Confirmed to News Channel 3 Friday, Police Chief Mike Prince was fired Wednesday, but a reason for his termination wasn't disclosed. "As you may be aware,...
6 Democrats run for open trustee seats on Kalamazoo Township board
KALAMAZOO TOWNSHIP, MI -- Ten candidates are running for four open seats on the Kalamazoo Township Board of Trustees. On Aug. 6, voters will select four of the six Democratic candidates to face off against the four Republican candidates in November. Democrats in the running are Ashley Glass, Colleen Leonard,...
See who’s running for school boards in all Kalamazoo County districts
KALAMAZOO, MI -- The candidate list is in for school board hopefuls in Kalamazoo County. There are 15 school districts at least partially in Kalamazoo County with board seats open. Candidates can run for full terms, or in some cases partial terms. Full terms range from four to six years.
Warner Vineyard's summer concert series stirs mixed feelings in Paw Paw
PAW PAW, Mich. — Paw Paw is normally a quiet village, according to its residents, but Warner Vineyard's summer concert series could change that by holding performances from various artists at its 1,500 person concert venue. "I really applaud what Pat is doing down at Warner’s with the concert...
Burn Run Weekend raises funds for camp designed for kids with burn injuries
NILES, Mich. (WSBT) — Burn Run Weekend continues in Niles to raise money for a good cause. The Burn Run Car Show will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Niles Riverfront Park. Registration to enter a vehicle is open until 11 a.m. A...
Penn Township Pickleball Club hosts fundraiser to support Helping Hands of Cass County
VANDALIA, Mich. (WNDU) - A fundraiser was held on Friday to support the Helping Hands of Cass County and bring out a positive spotlight on a controversial topic. Despite differing opinions on a surrounding cannabis ordinance, the Penn Township Pickleball Club came together to raise money and awareness. Marijuana may...
2 face off for Republican nomination in Kalamazoo County Sheriff race
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Two candidates are competing for the Republican nomination to serve as Kalamazoo County Sheriff. Republicans James J. Charon and Sabrina Pritchett-Evans are running for the office, a four-year term. Democrat Richard Fuller has been county sheriff since 2008 and faces no Democratic opposition on the ballot in the primary. The winner of the Republican nomination will face Fuller in the November general election.
GRPD: Business owner hit over head with beer bottle during robbery
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A man is in custody after Grand Rapids police said he hit a business owner over the head with a beer bottle while trying to steal alcohol on Friday night in Grand Rapids. GRPD said the incident happened around 9 p.m. in the 600 block...
Grand Rapids has less empty offices than rest of country
A new report from a West Michigan economic development organization found that office vacancy rates in the Grand Rapids area are down, retail activity is up, and the industrial and housing markets both remain tight.
North Iowa grocer wins national award
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – A local independent grocer has won a national honor. SpartanNash, a wholesale supplier of food to over 2,100 retail locations nationwide, recognized Randy’s Neighborhood Market during its 2024 Food Solutions Expo. Randy’s Neighborhood Market received the Large Market Size Performance Award for providing shoppers with “spectacular value and quality with private label products.
Grand Rapids veteran avoids eviction thanks to aid from Michigan senator, community
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A veteran in Grand Rapids got some help with his home repairs. U.S. Marine Corps and Army National Guard veteran Chris Temple wrote a letter to U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D - MI) asking for help with his home's roof. This came after the City...
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