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‘Dam Jam Music Festival’ returns to Lansing for two days of singing and dancing
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Lansing’s annual Dam Jam Music Festival kicks off Friday night in Old Town. People will sing and dance the nights away, Friday and Saturday, to a robust band lineup. The event will be held at the Brenke Fish Ladder from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m....
Lansing area native Joe Davis travels as Major League Baseball, Dodgers and NFL sportscaster
I caught up with television sportscaster Joe Davis, the 36-year-old Potterville prodigy who calls 90 Dodgers baseball games each season, plus Fox Network national Major League Baseball and NFL games. As he picked through a salad at Dodger Stadium before a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, he told me he has loved traveling to, by now, every professional ballpark and football stadium – sometimes three in one weekend.
Manchester District Library at risk of closure if millage does not pass
MANCHESTER, MI – A long-standing library is at potential risk of closure if Manchester voters do not pass a proposal on Aug. 6. The Manchester District Library is asking for a tax reduction, in order to contribute to reducing property taxes in the Manchester area. The 0.9999-mill tax for ten years, beginning in 2025, is on the primary election ballot. This tax proposal is a decrease from the previous millage of 1.045 mills.
Howell Firefighters Heroically Save Kitten Stuck in Car Muffler
In Howell, Michigan, a common day's work turned into a rescue mission for local firefighters when they extricated a kitten, ensnared within the confines of a car's muffler. According to People, the Howell Area Fire Department was approached with the feline emergency on Wednesday. The department's social media shared, "On occasion the emergency call comes to the station... This afternoon our crew was brought a kitten with its head stuck in a muffler!" The operation was delicate, with firefighters seen petting the kitten to maintain its calm as they navigated its liberation.
Chelsea Residents Push Back Against Extending Noise Ordinance Hours
At the July 15, 2024, City Council meeting, Chelsea’s Downtown Development Authority recommended extending the city’s noise ordinance from 10 p.m. to midnight, a move some businesses support but concerns some residents. “This is not just about downtown, this is about the community as a whole (and) providing...
Lift off! Hot Air Jubilee begins with a successful launch and possibly more to come
JACKSON, MI – The 2024 Hot Air Jubilee has officially launched in Jackson, and organizers are keeping their fingers crossed for a great weekend. The annual Jackson event is celebrating 41 years in 2024, from Friday, July 19, through Sunday, July 21, at Ella Sharp Park, 2800 Fourth St. Admission and parking are free.
Jase Richardson shares who he is with Michigan State basketball's social media team
Michigan State basketball freshman have reported to campus, and the freshman are ready to make their mark on the storied program that Tom Izzo built in East Lansing. Jase Richardson is a legacy, the son of Spartan legend Jason Richardson, and is looking to make his own stamp on MSU’s program.
What a Bowl Bid Would Do for Coach Jonathan Smith and Michigan State Football
Coach Jonathan Smith will have an uphill battle this season. This means Michigan State reaching a bowl in Coach Smith's first season could be huge for the future of Michigan State football.
Michigan State’s secondary faces fresh start after ugly era ends
Note: This is the eighth installment in a series reviewing Michigan State’s position groups heading into fall camp. Today’s position: defensive back. If Michigan State had an on-field identity during Mel Tucker’s four-year tenure, it was a porous pass defense. If you purchase a product or register...
Take your weekend to new heights at the Hot Air Jubilee presented by Tripp’s Collision
JACKSON, Mich. (WILX) - The Hot Air Jubilee is dedicated to uniting the community through a family-friendly event that celebrates the beauty of hot air balloons. The main focus of the Jubilee is obviously the Hot Air Balloons, however that’s not all there is to enjoy. When you and your family come to Ella Sharp Park during the event you will be greeted by some longtime Jubilee favorites such as Craft booths, the Kids Kingdom, Vendors, and an Auto Show. Being at the park this year offers a whole new set of opportunities for you to experience the Hurst Planetarium, Ella Sharp Museum, and the Mini Golf Course.
Meet New Glencairn Elementary School Principal Justyne Richardson
Justyne Richardson has been an educator for as long as she can remember. She recalls setting up a classroom for her cousins and leading them in daily lessons as a child, long before her professional career commenced. “I was one of the oldest of 20 cousins, so when we were...
U of M, MSU to expand neurology services in Lansing
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — A joint operating agreement between the University of Michigan and Michigan State University will see the expansion of neurosurgery and neurological care in the Lansing area. This agreement, the Neuro Care Network, was approved by both universities Thursday. Officials say this agreement will expand the availability of specialty services in the […]
2026 4-star DB to attend MSU football’s Spartan Dog Con
Arguably the biggest recruiting event Michigan State will have in a calendar year, the Spartans will host their annual Spartan Dog Con event next weekend. With such a big event, MSU is bringing in a ton of talent from all over the country. A new add to the list is Kaden Gebhardt, a 4-star from Lewis Center, Ohio, attending Olentangy High School. Excited to be at Michigan State on the 27th! @DBcoachadams @JoeS_Rossi @AustinDArmond @Coach_Gordon20 @AllenTrieu @Kstaff07 @MohrRecruiting @CoachBart11 pic.twitter.com/ra9dI2bKIE — Kaden Gebhardt 4⭐️ S/ATH (@kaden_gebhardt) July 18, 2024 Contact/Follow us @The SpartansWire on Twitter, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Michigan State news, notes, and opinion. You can also follow Cory Linsner on Twitter @Cory_Linsner
Meet the 89-year-old who is believed to be oldest caddie in the US
NEW BUFFALO, Mich. (WSBT) – The Dunes Club in Michigan is one of the top nine-hole golf courses in the world, but it also has another claim to fame. It’s the home of the man presumed to be the oldest caddie in the country. Joe Meindl, 89, was...
BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
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