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Jack Black Says He’s Cancelling All Tenacious D Shows, Including Michigan After Trump Comments
One of the most triumphant concerts returns to Michigan in a very long time. Seems that it may be cut short over comments that were made over the weekend at a Tenacious D show. Tenacious D was playing the ICC Sydney Theater in Australia on Saturday, July 13, shortly after the former president was shot at in Pennsylvania during a rally earlier in the day.
First Human Killed By a Robot in the World Happened in Michigan
Did you know the first human death caused by a robot on record happened in 1979 in Flat Rock, Michigan?. A small portion of our population has passionately argued that robots are a danger to the human race. Some have even said that robots will take over the planet. What happened on January 25th, 1979, to a 25-year-old assembly line worker at a Ford Motor plant probably fueled those beliefs. Robert Williams was the first human killed by a robot according to wired.com,
ALERT: Sam’s Club Policy Change Affects All Michigan Members
Sam's Club and Costco have been around for decades and have slowly changed the shopping world over the years. Both stores are wholesale institutions that provide their customers will large quantities of items for affordable prices. The gag is that you have to purchase a membership that you either pay yearly to monthly to have access to their inventory.
Michigan bans ‘flushable’ wipes labeling
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - They’re often called “flushable wipes” and they’re anything but flushable. There’s a new state law that punishes people...who send them down the toilet. These wipes cause trouble for waste-water treatment plants and the pipes buried near your home. Flushable wipes are...
Swing state voters have low confidence in Biden’s chances while Democratic Senate candidates fare better: Poll
A YouGov poll of seven swing states, including Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, shows President Joe Biden trailing behind former President Donald Trump by as much as 7%. The poll was conducted between July 4 and July 12 by the University of Stanford, Arizona State University, and Yale University, which was […]
Report: Michigan CPS not up to standards 6 years after a state audit
(The Center Square) – A recent report on Michigan’s Child Protection Agency shows organizational issues that have been going on for at least six years. An audit completed in 2018 revealed a failure to conduct background checks, major delays in abuse investigations, failure to meet with some victims, and a lack of safety plans for identified victims. The updated report, conducted by the nonpartisan Office of the Auditor General, reveals these issues have not been addressed. ...
Oscoda Township Man Convicted for Threatening Iosco County Prosecutor
An Oscoda Township man has been convicted for threatening his former landlord, who is also the Iosco County Prosecutor, as per reports by the Michigan Office of Attorney General. Dominque Simo, age 40, was found guilty by an Iosco County jury on a charge of malicious use of a telecommunications device. This felony could lead to a maximum sentence of six months in jail or a fine of $1,000. According to WNEM, sentencing decisions have yet to be announced, but the state noted its intent to seek a sentence that includes mandated mental health treatment.
AuSable River Queen remains docked, leaving Oscoda's summer tourism adrift
IOSCO COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The AuSable River Queen is a prized tourist attraction in Oscoda during the summer. But it’s been docked because the owners cannot get the boat out of the water for a required inspection. “This is the only paddle wheel of its kind in Michigan.”...
UpNorthLive viewers, staff give the gift of life during blood drive
LEELANAU COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- The blood bus with Versiti Blood Center of Michigan was parked at the UpNorthLive Studios Wednesday. UpNorthLive viewers and staff showed up for their community, donating 24 pints of blood. Each pint of blood can save up to three lives. The blood donated Wednesday will...
Clutch birdie on 18 helps Cheboygan's PJ Maybank qualify for U.S. Amateur for first time
LAKE SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURI – It’s been a busy summer for Cheboygan native PJ Maybank III. On Monday, the current University of Oklahoma men’s golfer added another huge accomplishment to his resume. Competing in Saint Louis, Missouri, Maybank fired a three-under 69 and qualified for the United States Amateur Championship for the first...
Michigan’s First Black Light Theater, Elk Rapids
Michigan’s first black light theater was the second theater in the town of Elk Rapids. The State Theater opened on September 20, 1940, not far from where the original Community Theater was located. Built by Ed Loomis and his wife, they began by showing the top films of the...
Augusta Iwasaki Impresses in the $30,000 Traverse City National Grand Prix
Traverse City, Michigan, USA – July 13, 2024 – The sun shone brightly on the Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel International Ring on Saturday afternoon during the second week of the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival (GLEF), presented by B&D Builders. The featured class of the day was the $30,000 Traverse City National Grand Prix, won by Augusta Iwasaki (USA) and Bullseye 111 Z.
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