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Facing population crisis, Whitmer opens Michigan growth office — with no new staff
LANSING — A new state office will try to jump-start the state’s anemic population growth, but will have to do so without any new employees. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s administration on Friday announced the creation of Michigan’s Growth Office. It’s charged with leading efforts to recruit residents...
From Hell to Paradise: American Legion Riders support PTSD survivors
SAULT STE. MARIE — Hundreds of motorcycles will join together on July 26 as they make their way across Michigan to bring awareness to post-traumatic stress disorder. The American Legion Riders post in Sault Ste. Marie is hosting the first annual ride from Hell in the Lower Peninsula to Paradise in the Upper Peninsula.
Michigan’s Second Portillo’s Location Now Open
Michigan's second Portillo's location is officially open for business!. Portillo's is known for Italian beef, burgers, salads, Chicago-style hot dogs, and chocolate cake. Portillo's is at 13004 Middlebelt Road in Livonia, (48150). What are the hours at Portillo's in Livonia?. Monday: 10:00 AM to 10:30 PM:. Tuesday: 10:00 AM to...
For TV star Hill Harper, Michigan’s U.S. Senate race may be toughest role
Detroit actor Hill Harper boasts celebrity backing but is struggling to break through in Michigan race for U.S. Senate. In the Democratic primary, U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin has dominated the fundraising race on Harper and aired three TV ads. Harper hopes to appeal to people who ‘are not necessarily your...
Congressional Republicans threaten to subpoena Biden administration over swing-state voter outreach program
EXCLUSIVE — Republican leaders on the House and Senate Small Business committees are threatening to subpoena the Small Business Administration for information on its voter registration program with Michigan. Rep. Roger Williams (R-TX), chairman of the House committee, and Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) called the agreement “politically motivated” in a letter sent to SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman on Monday. In the letter, exclusively […]
Following the Accidentals to the Fair Ground Festival
We’re heading south this weekend for the second Fair Ground Festival in Hastings, Michigan. It’s hard to draw us downstate at this time of year, but there will be some familiar NoMi faces on the stage. Local favorites The Accidentals will perform on Saturday, July 27, along with a slate of impressive artists including The War and Treaty (nominated for Best New Artist at the 2024 Grammys), Hannah Wicklund, BAILEN, The Rebel Eves, and Alanna Royale. There’s even a pre-party on Friday night with bonus musical guests! The show will go on at the Barry Expo Center, 1350 M-37 Hwy, in Hastings. Get tickets ($50 for general admission; $200 for VIP; plus $30 per night for those who want to camp on-site) at mynorthtickets.com/events/the-fair-ground-festival-2024-7-27-2024.
'You make me want to hit you': Docs reveal new details in Heather Kelley disappearance
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Probable cause documents released Friday by the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office are providing new details surrounding the disappearance of Heather Kelley, and the eventual arrest of her boyfriend Carlos Watts Jr. Kelley, a Portage mother of eight, disappeared on Dec. 10, 2022 after telling her children...
AUDIO: Kalamazoo schools announce new disciplinary measure
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – While most school students continue to enjoy their summer vacation, school personnel are busy planning for the day they are back in class. Last night, Kalamazoo Public School trustees ratified an agreement with their administrator’s union, and superintendent Darrin Slade announced a new disciplinary measure for this fall. They will be setting up a separate classroom for elementary students with serious behavior problems.
Restoration Takes Flight: How the Air Zoo Restored a Fighter Plane after 68 Years Submerged in Lake Michigan
The U.S. Navy used the Great Lakes as a safe place to conduct training during the height of World War II. One of the most challenging aspects of being a pilot was landing a fighter plane on the deck of the smaller aircraft carriers used for training on Lake Michigan. Inevitably, dozens of planes plunged into the lake including a FM2 Wildcat brought back from the deep more than a decade ago.
Brady Miller Signs with Chicago Dogs, Luke Thelen Drafted by Rockies: Western Michigan Standouts Go Pro
Former Western Michigan right-hander Brady Miller has signed a contract with the Chicago Dogs of the American Association, becoming the second Bronco to join the professional ranks this year. Miller, a native of Plainfield, Ill., had an impressive career at Western Michigan, excelling in the weekend rotation and earning All-MAC Second Team selections. He ranks second in innings pitched and fourth in strikeouts in Western Michigan's history, with notable performances in the MAC Tournament.
PHOTOS: Gull Road Speedway station goes dark, closed until further notice
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — "We are closed," a sign taped to the front door of a Speedway gas station in Kalamazoo read. Global outage: Microsoft outages caused by CrowdStrike glitch paralyze airlines, other businesses. Friday, the gas station on Gull Road went dark, but it's unclear whether or not the...
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