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Good Sense Coffee To Hold Ribbon Cutting Celebration
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is set next week for a coffee shop in downtown Howell. Good Sense Coffee is located in the old Uptown Coffeehouse located off Grand River at Michigan Ave. The owners thanked everyone who welcomed them with open arms during their soft opening this past week. A post...
Blue Water River Walk celebrates 10 years with free event
It’s been 10 years since the River Walk first opened after three years of construction, 7,000 tons of debris were removed, and more than $6 million in donations and grants were invested into its formation. And next month, local artist Jody Parmann and other community organizers will celebrate that legacy — and the...
Flint Families to Receive $1,500 Stimulus Checks: A Lifeline for Struggling Families
Stimulus Check for Families in Flint: A $1,500 Boost to Get Back on Their Feet. Michigan Introduces Rx Kids Scheme: A Lifeline for Young Parents and Pregnant Women. According to Marca, In a bold move to alleviate the pressure on struggling American families, Michigan is introducing a $1,500 stimulus check for residents of Flint as part of its Rx Kids scheme. The program aims to help young parents and pregnant women, and could even amount to $7,500 depending on household factors.
A former Spartan is included on Preseason Biletnikoff Award Watchlist
A former Spartan is considered one of the notable names on the preseason Biletnikoff Award watchlist. UNLV wide receiver Ricky White has been named to the preseason Biletnikoff Award watchlist. The Biletnikoff Award is handed out to the top wide receiver in college football at the end of the season.
Harris Leads Trump in Three Key States, Times/Siena Polls Find
Vice President Kamala Harris leads former President Donald Trump in three crucial battleground states, according to new surveys by The New York Times and Siena College, the latest indication of a dramatic reversal in standing for Democrats after President Joe Biden’s departure from the presidential race remade it.
Scientists Predict New Madrid Fault Could Rock Southwest Michigan
Scientists are concerned that an earthquake expected to originate in the Mississippi River could shake several states including Michigan. Friday, August 2nd, 2024 Michigan felt a 2.9-magnitude earthquake that originated in nearly the dead center of Lake Michigan. The USGS (United States Geological Survey) predicts much larger earthquakes headed our way.
Adam Krug leaving Adrian College for AHL coaching opportunity
ADRIAN, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - For the first time in a decade, Adam Krug will spend next season in a different hockey arena. "We're champing at the bit to take this next step," said Krug, who was part of Adrian Bulldogs' first NCAA men's hockey team during the 2007-2008 season. "My coaching career is something that is important to our family, and I appreciate that about them. But right now, our emotions are kind of all over the place. We have a lot of people to say goodbye to."After accepting an assistant coaching position with the Bakersfield Condors, the AHL affiliate...
REPORT: Detroit Lions Lose Yet Another Player Due To Injury
The Detroit Lions are quickly losing depth in their trenches in the preseason. The Lions will be without an offensive lineman for the season following an injury sustained in their preseason game against the New York Giants on Thursday. The Detroit Lions have lost a few players in recent weeks.
5 Detroit Lions who played themselves off the roster in the preseason opener
Preseason games are never about the score, thankfully for the Detroit Lions after a 14-3 loss to the New York Giants in their preseason opener Thursday night. At times, with the context of mostly backups/future roster cuts playing, positive player performance can be overblown. That said, a good performance in...
Lions’ Dan Campbell Gives Shout-Out to Undrafted Rookie After Preseason Debut
After the 14-3 preseason loss to the New York Giants, a reporter asked Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell to name one or two players who stood out to him while watching from the sidelines. Campbell didn’t hesitate in mentioning rookie wide receiver Isaiah Williams. “Williams showed up. He...
Detroit Free Press Marathon seeking more than 3,000 volunteers for October races
The Detroit Free Press Marathon needs volunteers for its 47th annual race in fall of 2024. The marathon will be held Oct. 18-20, with record-setting attendance of more than 26,000 expected this year, surpassing last year's attendance of about 24,000. To help with the increase in numbers, organizers are looking for more...
Loren Townes Jr. Leads the Charge for Black Entrepreneurs at Ann Arbor SPARK
Black entrepreneurs are the heartbeat of innovation and resilience within our communities, driving not just economic growth but also cultural and social progress. Their success is vital to creating a more equitable society where opportunities are accessible to all, not just a privileged few. Ensuring that Black entrepreneurs have a fair chance at receiving resources and funding isn’t just a matter of fairness; it’s a necessity for the vibrant, diverse economy that truly reflects our collective potential.
Teens car catches on fire after buying it off Facebook Marketplace
A teenager lost his car Friday night after purchasing it for a couple of thousand dollars on Facebook Marketplace. We joined the Bloomfield Township Police Department for a ride-along this evening. Officers responded to a car fire in the area of Woodward & Square Lake, initially believing that someone might still be trapped inside.
Michigan Public School Systems Among The Worst In America
One of the biggest decisions that a parent gets to make is where their child goes to school during their K-12 years. Elementary and middle school options are normally more plentiful but as you grow older the selection slims, and you're left to choose between a couple of private schools and 1 or 2 public schools. For some families, school options are a deal breaker because of their beliefs in the education system.
Protect your health data from cyberattacks
Hello, it's Saturday. Thanks for starting your morning with the Free Press. 🌤 Weather: We can expect a high of 76 degrees. It will be windy with partial sunshine; an early taste of fall. Protecting your health data from cyberattacks ...
Jan. 6 police officers call Michigan ‘epicenter of preserving of democracy’
Two police officers who defended the U.S. Capitol from an attempted insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021, said in Flint on Friday that Michigan is the “epicenter of preserving democracy.” Harry Dunn, who served in the U.S. Capitol Police, made the comment during a campaign event for Vice President Kamala Harris that also included Daniel Hodges, […]
Big Post Office Changes That Are Affecting All of Michigan
I realize we don't use the mail as much as we used to. We wrote personal letters, business correspondence, mailed cards, invitations, paid bills, and so much more, all through the mail. Our mailman, mailperson, became our friend because they would deliver mail to our door. But, not so much...
2M voted in Michigan primary election. See which counties had best, worst turnout
A little more than 2 million Michigan voters cast a ballot in the Aug. 6 primary election — and 1.2 million of that came from early or absentee voting, according to the Michigan Secretary of State office. Unofficial results for the Aug. 6 state primary reported 2,004,309 ballots cast,...
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