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Watch Out For Stinging Nettles During July 4th Weekend
If you and your kids plan on being outside a lot in Michigan during the Fourth of July weekend, watch out for stinging nettles or someone will have a bad couple of days. Many Michiganders will be camping, barbecuing, fishing, hiking, or walking, and some will do yard projects during the Fourth of July weekend.
Michigan set to become 20th state outlawing ‘gay panic’ defense
LANSING, MI – It would no longer be legal to argue that someone’s sexual orientation justified assaulting them under a proposed law headed to the governor’s desk. If signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a person charged with a violent crime couldn’t seek to reduce or evade criminal liability on claims that they lost control and reacted violently because of the victim’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Indiana Michigan Power wins $17.3M rate hike as regulators ask utility to ‘do better’
Michigan regulators OK’d a $17.3 million electric rate increase for Indiana Michigan Power on Tuesday, July 2, while giving the power company an earful over how it handled the process of asking to up customers’ bills. The rate hike is roughly half what was requested by the utility,...
Necrophilia Is Now Officially Illegal In Michigan
Based on this headline, there are probably two questions you're asking. Two very valid questions to be asking, mind you. In case you're unaware of what necrophilia is (I'm jealous of your ignorance), necrophilia is when someone is sexually attracted to or has committed sexual acts with a dead body.
Survival Strategy: Michigan Olive Garden Restaurants Say No Discounts
In an era when restaurants are trying to win back customers with discounts, Olive Garden Restaurants in Michigan are taking a different tack: Survival. Restaurants such as McDonald's have recently announced $5 promotions in order to regain customers' loyalty during challenging economic times. But your local Olive Garden isn't jumping on the bandwagon.
East China School District honors retirees
At the East China School District Board of Education’s regular meeting on June 24, the district honored its retirees from the past year. The presentation was done by Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Dawn Demick with the help of Superintendent Suzanne Cybulla. “Tonight’s retirees represent all of our retirees from...
Health officials warn of recalled brand of mushroom-infused chocolates, gummies after 27+ hospitalizations nationwide
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Service (MDHHS) is warning residents about a huge recall of Diamond-Shrumz brand products: mushroom-infused chocolates and gummies. This comes after 27 hospitalizations across the country.
Michigan is building the nation’s first smart highway
A three-mile stretch of Interstate 94 in Michigan will be converted into America’s first smart highway. Axios reports that the Alphabet-backed startup Cavnue has started constructing the smart highway as part of a new pilot project that could spur other construction projects across the country. Another project, a "Smart Freight Corridor" on State Highway 130 by Austin, Texas, is also being developed.
Rochester Hills Splash Pad Reopens in Wake of Shooting, Symbolizing Community Resilience and Recovery
The Brooklands Plaza Splash Pad in Rochester Hills has reopened, infused with the hopes of healing and recovery nearly three weeks after a mass shooting disrupted the jovial atmosphere synonymous with the family-friendly site. "Evil will not win here," said the City of Rochester, as per WWJ950, outlining steps taken to remove physical reminders of a tragedy that left nine injured, including a mother and her two young children.
Detroit-Amsterdam Delta flight diverted to NYC after passengers were served spoiled food
(CBS DETROIT) - A Delta Air Lines flight from Detroit to Amsterdam was diverted early Wednesday morning after passengers were served spoiled food. Delta Flight 136 was diverted to New York's JFK airport due to the issue, a Delta spokesperson confirmed. Officials say part of the Main Cabin in-flight meal service was spoiled, and medical crews treated the affected passengers when they landed in New York at about 4 a.m. There were 277 passengers on board, but Delta officials haven't released a confirmed number of passengers who ate the spoiled food. A source with knowledge of the situation told CBS New York that...
PEAS provides a forever home to rescued farm animals
OXFORD TWP. — Even just a couple of hours at the Pan Equus Animal Sanctuary (PEAS) farm can provide an abundance of enjoyment and rejuvenate one’s spirit – for both the people and the animals. The sanctuary held an Open Barn Day on Sunday will host another...
New way to pay Detroit property bills
Welcome back to the notebook. I’m Kayleigh Lickliter! No worries, Malachi Barrett will be back next week. For now, let’s talk about what happened at the July 2 formal session!. What page are we on?. Dig into the agenda, read Detroit Documenter notes or watch the recording for...
Bob Carmack, who went after Mayor Duggan and corruption, dies at 65
A man who would not miss an opportunity to criticize Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and who exposed a city councilman for bribery has died. His family Wednesday confirmed the death of Bob Carmack, 65, known for revealing that former Councilman Gabe Leland took a $7,500 bribe in exchange for a vote and battling with Duggan about a piece of property he claimed to own. ...
Lake Orion Board of Education members remember Steve Drakos amid board search
LAKE ORION — June 26 marked Lake Orion Community School’s first regular board of education meeting since long-time board member, community member, resident and business owner Steve Drakos’s passing. Drakos died June 14 at age 62 after an extended battle with cancer. He was a Lake Orion...
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