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Michigan Hospital Named One of the Best for Cancer Treatment in U.S.
When facing a cancer diagnosis, choosing the right hospital can make all the difference. America is home to some of the best cancer treatment centers globally, offering cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking research, and compassionate care. So how do you go about finding the very best in cancer care? The U.S. News...
Ann Arbor Pride kicks off Saturday with 150 vendors and lineup of performances
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – More than 150 vendors and a lineup of local and national performers will take over downtown Tree Town on Saturday during the annual Ann Arbor Pride. From noon to 9 p.m., the free event will have dancing, singing, live music and drag performances spread over two stages at the Main and Liberty intersection.
Jackson College invests in health and wellness with Priority Health Fitness Court® Studio
JACKSON, Mich. – [July 29, 2024]) Jackson College; Priority Health, a nationally recognized nonprofit health plan; and the National Fitness Campaign (NFC) are pleased to announce the opening of an outdoor Priority Health Fitness Court® Studio at Jackson College Central Campus on Aug. 12, 2024, at 5 p.m. This launch is made possible thanks to the statewide partnership between Priority Health and NFC to expand free access to high-quality workouts and create equitable access to exercise for communities.
Your mouth will water over the cheesesteaks at Izzy’s Hoagie Shop in Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR, MI - Some kids snuck out to drink. I snuck out for hoagies. I had curfew when I went to boarding school in Andover, Massachusetts. Leaving out the back door of my dorm at Bishop Hall was always a risk. I still remember that door’s piercing squeak.
Biggest preseason coaching decisions for Sherrone Moore ahead of year one
Since Sherrone Moore was hired as Michigan’s head coach back in January, it’s been one test after another. With the departure of Jim Harbaugh, a new window allowing players to transfer opened up. In addition to securing his staff, Moore needed to convince a very talented roster to stay in Ann Arbor.
Wink Martindale talks adjustments to becoming Michigan's DC, previews Wolverines' fall camp
Martindale met with reporters to discuss the Wolverines' defense, adjustments to his new role, fall camp expectations and much more. See everything he had to say below. Ahead of the Michigan football team's opening fall camp practices, new defensive coordinator Wink Martindale met with reporters to discuss the Wolverines' defense, adjustments to his new role, fall camp expectations and much more. See everything he had to say below.
City accepting nominations for Volunteer, Diversity and Inclusion awards
An annual awards event that honors Jackson residents and organizations making a difference with volunteering, diversity and inclusion is now accepting nominations. The City of Jackson Human Relations Commission (HRC) is hosting its Harold White Sr. Awards Breakfast on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 7:30 a.m. at the Commonwealth Commerce Center. Award...
Michigan CB Will Johnson named to Jim Thorpe Award watch list
The Michigan football team is expected to have a loaded, star-studded defense in the 2024 season, led by star players at several positions. That belief is reflected in 2025 mock NFL Drafts, preseason 2024 All-American lists and even in video games. And on Wednesday, arguably Michigan's biggest star was again...
UM alumni association returns with author’s talk on disinformation
The Toledo branch of the University of Michigan alumni association hosted its first major event in years this week, as roughly 80 people showed up to hear UM law professor Barbara McQuade talk about her new book, Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America. As she began speaking Tuesday at the Maumee branch of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, Ms. McQuade noticed a man in the front row wearing an Ohio State University shirt. “This shows something right in society,” she said while shaking his hand. “We can have rivalries, we can have friendly rivalries, but we don’t need to be enemies. We can root for Ohio State or we can be right and root for Michigan.” The crowd laughed, but she explained that she was being serious, going on to express concern about growing animosity across partisan lines and how that has led to the erosion of public trust.
Events of Thursday, August 1, 2024
Kiwanis Kids Film Series: “Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse” After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn’s full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. The Michigan Theatre Kids Film Series is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Jackson. Showtimes are 11 AM and 2 PM. Doors open one half hour before showtimes. Kids Combo: Small Drink and Popcorn for $5. Admission is $1. Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.
WATCH: TMI Inside the BBQ at the Big House with Chase Taylor
Michigan commitment Chase Taylor made his way by the TMI studio last weekend for 1-on-1 chat to recap his Barbecue at the Big House experience. The Stockbridge (Ga.) linebacker reflected upon his decision to become a Wolverine, his relationship with Brian Jean-Mary, the usage plan for him once he gets to Ann Arbor, and more.
National champions again! University of Michigan Solar Car Team claims 10th title
ANN ARBOR, MI - Football won it all in January. The debaters wore the crown in April. Now the University of Michigan Solar Car Team is joining the national championship crowd. The team won the American Solar Challenge on July 27, traveling 2,120 miles over eight days from Nashville, Tennessee to Casper, Wyoming.
Ohio State Star Says Returning For Senior Season Has 'Everything To Do' With Michigan
Few rivalries divide fanbases quite like the disdain between the Michigan Wolverines and the Ohio State Buckeyes. The series was dominated by the Buckeyes for most of the 21st century, but the tide definitely shifted in recent years. Michigan won the past three meetings between the historic rivals, including their first win in Columbus in more than 20 years.
MMG honors retirement of longtime employee Lynn Overton
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM, Greg O’Connor) — McKibbin Media Group is honoring the retirement of Lynn Overton, who has been a valued member of the team for 13 years. We had a chance to salute Lynn on the news Wednesday morning:. We celebrated the sendoff with her favorite –...
Michigan football projected to land blue-chip running back in 2026
Things have been trending up for Michigan football in the 2025 recruiting class over the past two months, and now, things are starting to look even better in the 2026 class. The reality is that Michigan football will have most of its recruiting in the 2025 class taken care of by the time the season starts. That's just the way the timeline works.
Wolverine Confidential: Top storylines as Michigan football begins fall camp
The countdown until Michigan football’s season opener is officially on. The Wolverines began preseason camp Wednesday, and there are ample storylines to follow before they kick off their 2024 season Aug. 31 against Fresno State. Chief among them is the quarterback battle, which offensive coordinator Kirk Campbell addressed Tuesday at his news conference in Ann Arbor.
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