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Ground broken on Michigan's first children's rehab hospital
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — Today, state and local leaders joined to celebrate the groundbreaking of Michigan's first children's rehabilitation hospital. The Joan Secchia Rehabilitation Hospital will be built across the street from Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital on Wealthy Street in Grand Rapids and connect via skybridge. Mary Free...
Lottery winner nearly missed $257,000 prize thinking it was a scam – they were ‘floored’ after deleting emails and calls
A LOTTERY winner almost missed a six-figure payday after thinking it wasn’t possible their ticket could be the one. Officials attempted to contact the player several times through multiple avenues but couldn’t reach him for months. That’s because the lucky ticket holder, a 41-year-old man from Arenac County, Michigan, about two hours northeast of Lansing, […]
Concerns over possible Meijer in Rutland Charter Township
RUTLAND CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Several people spoke up at Rutland Charter Township board meeting Wednesday night surrounding the possibility of a Meijer being built. The potential for a Meijer grocery store in the township was brought up in 2008 but ultimately failed to come to fruition. Now, a...
Saginaw centenarian reveals secret to longevity: Swiss cheese
SAGINAW, Mich.— A mid-Michigan resident is celebrating her 103rd trip around the sun this weekend. Helen Rysse is from Saginaw and is a resident at Brookdale Saginaw, a local senior living community. While her birthday isn't until Sunday, August 18th, the community is celebrating early with a very special...
Cheeseburger lovers flock to Caseville for tasty bites, Parade of Tropical Fools
CASEVILLE, MI - Thousands of people poured into the small coastal city of Caseville. The annual Cheeseburger Festival originally started in 1999 as a three-day event, but it has since expanded to a 10-day party. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our...
Overnight Manhole Lining Coming to City Streets Next Week
August 16, 2024 – Next week, contractors will perform overnight manhole lining work on several high-traffic roadways in the city as part of the Concept 5 Sewer Improvement Plan. Work will be completed in the roadway from 8 p.m. - 6 a.m. to limit traffic disruptions and maximize safety.
'New Amerian Visions' Fall Exhibition Premiers at Saginaw Art Museum
The Saginaw Art Museum & Gardens will be hosting a compelling exhibition titled New American Visions from September 10, 2024 through January 5, 2025. New American Visions is a stunning selection of photographs from five contemporary Michigan based photographers. This exhibition explores film as a medium to capture and reflect the nuanced narratives of our time. It invites viewers to slow down and engage with the texture, depth and emotion of fleeting everyday moments.
“Lake Shamrock Dredging going well,” Howard says
“Dredging (on Lake Shamrock) is continuing with good progress,” Clare City Manager Jeremy Howard told the Commission at the August 5th City meeting. He said, “Our mechanical dredge has ben undergoing some repairs from normal wear and tear on the equipment, but should be back up and running hopefully the first full week in August to continue working to the north of the beach at Shamrock Park,” adding, Savin is operating both dredges 24 hours a day, five days (Monday-Friday,) but has also experienced some intermittent mechanical issues that have been resolved.”
Spencer brothers ready for coming home party Saturday night
LINDEN, Mich. (WJRT) - For the first time in their pro careers, Joey and Mickel Spencer will be fighting in their hometown Linden. "It's kind of crazy because a lot of time people start fighting in their local area, I haven't had that opportunity." said Joey. "I've been fighting in the MGM Grand and big venues in New York City. And I'm coming back to my hometown."
Detroit City Distillery adds new Michigan, Kentucky blended bourbon to lineup
Detroit City Distillery has added a new bourbon to its permanent lineup of spirits that pairs with another region's popular bourbon. Its new Two Faced Blended Straight Bourbon blends Kentucky wheated bourbon with 50% Detroit City Distillery (DCD) bourbon made from Michigan grains that hail from local farms. ...
Possible severe Lansing area thunderstorms Friday afternoon will kick off wet weekend
GRAND RAPIDS — The weekend will start off cloudy and rainy for much of mid-Michigan, but should dry out by the end of Sunday, the National Weather Service said. Rain and storms moved through the state late Thursday into early Friday, and the National Weather Service Grand Rapids office said expect more of...
1970s wooden swinging bridge spans rustic river in Northern Michigan
LUPTON, MI – A long walk, a reasonable bike ride or a short drive away, this 1970s swinging bridge spans a rustic river at an Up North state park. Built in the early 1970s, the bridge at Rifle River State Recreation Area is part of 14 miles of connected hiking and biking trails – and right next to a roadway.
"Auto Workers for Trump 2024" ramps up counter-movement after UAW endorses Harris
(CBS DETROIT) — The United Auto Workers union announced it is launching an outreach program ahead of the November election following its endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris and Harris' campaign stop with her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.The union hosted a call Wednesday, during which members will hear what's at stake in November, the union's key issues, and how they're looking to win against the so-called "billionaire class."The UAW is calling this its most ambitious political program in decades to elect Harris as the next president.But on the flip side, there's "Auto Workers for Trump 2024.""The truckers that...
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