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Counterfeit $100 bills circulated in the area
VIRGINIA—The Virginia Police Department is asking the public to be aware of counterfeit/fake $100 bills that were circulated at businesses around the Virginia area recently. These bills have “Motion Picture Purposes” on the back and have serial number PM 257821811 K3 on the front, according to the VPD. “We are working with the effected businesses attempting to identify a suspect, said Police Chief Nicole Mattson. “We urge everyone to closely examine all $100 bills. If you come across a fake bill, please report it to your local police department.’’
Detroit legislator takes the long view on Michigan’s water affordability struggles
For Detroit’s Sen. Stephanie Chang, the long and winding road to statewide drinking water affordability legislation continues with the finish line, hopefully, in sight. Chang, a Democrat representing Michigan’s 3rd district, first focused on the affordability issue as a newly minted representative in 2015. At the time, she heard stories about the effects of water shutoffs and related health issues. Since then, she has put a spotlight on affordability as a statewide issue, not just a Detroit problem as it is often portrayed.
Michigan’s EV evangelists: Meet the drivers luring 'fence-sitters' into EVs
MUSKEGON — It was sticker shock over gas prices that got Karl Bloss into an electric vehicle years before most drivers were even considering it. But the smooth ride, cheap refueling and environmental benefits have kept him there. Nearly a decade later, the 58-year-old retired engineer in Muskegon has...
Man convicted of kidnapping Michigan store manager to steal guns gets 15 years in prison
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A man who kidnapped the manager of a Michigan sporting goods store and held him at gunpoint while an accomplice stole 123 handguns was sentenced Monday to 15 years in federal prison. The Dunham’s Sports manager was handcuffed and blindfolded outside his home last November and forced to reveal how to disarm the alarm at the big-box store near Benton Harbor, 100 miles (160 kilometers) east of Chicago. Dontrell Nance, 25, was given consecutive sentences for kidnapping and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, according to online court records. He pleaded guilty in April. Nicole Grant told U.S. District Judge Paul Maloney that her son had a turbulent childhood and “significant challenges,” including mental health problems.
7 days until Tate McRae performs in Michigan, find tickets for under $100
Tate McRae plays the Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights next Sunday, and there are still some affordable tickets available. Compare prices on Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, StubHub, and Ticketmaster. Tate McRae is a Canadian-born pop star who began as a dancer, even appearing on the reality series...
Trump calls for mass deportations, addresses assassination attempt during Michigan rally
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Former President Donald Trump was back on the campaign trail in Grand Rapids on Saturday, where he spoke to thousands from the Van Andle Arena. That speech lasted for over an hour and a half and Trump's visit marked many firsts. It was Trump's first...
B.J. Stupak Fund donates $25K for Blesch stadium project
MARINETTE — Smiles were wide last Tuesday at The Stephenson National Bank & Trust (SNBT) as members of the B.J. Stupak Memorial Fund gathered to make a $25,000 donation to The Walton Blesch Stadium Legacy Foundation. Laurie Stupak, former Menominee Mayor and SNBT Board Member, along with Tony Furton, former Menominee City Manager, represented the B.J. Fund. Together they presented the $25,000 check to John Wills, member of Walton Blesch Stadium Project, and Casey Hoffman, current Menominee Mayor. ...
Merrill middle school hires Rhinelander native as new associate principal
MERRILL, Wis. - Prairie River Middle School has a new associate principal. The school district hired Nate Lemmens as the replacement for Diane Goetsch, who retired at the end of last school year. Lemmens was previously a special education teacher for 12 years in Milwaukee, before becoming the Wausau West...
Scam avoidance class being held at Three Lakes Library on Tuesday
THREE LAKES, Wis. - The Oneida County Sheriff's Office is holding a seminar on scam avoidance at the Demmer Memorial Library in Three Lakes on Tuesday, July 23. The presentation will focus on fraud and scams associated with older adults. There will also be time for questions. Americans documented a...
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