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Soo, Detour Village to be sites of AAM pilot project
SAULT STE. MARIE, MI— An eastern Upper Peninsula project has received more than $512,000 in state funding to further Advanced Aerial Mobility technology in Michigan. AAM is a new type of transportation that uses electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to move people and cargo between places not currently or easily served by surface transportation or existing aviation modes.
Faster Horses lineup 2024: Full schedule for Michigan country music festival
Faster Horses, a three-day country music and camping festival, has become one of Michigan's signature summer events since its debut in 2013. This year's headliners are Jelly Roll (Friday), Lainey Wilson (Saturday) and Hardy (Sunday). They're part of a 15-artist Main Stage lineup that also includes Cody Johnson, Old Dominion, Riley Green and more. Nashville DJ Rod Youree will be spinning throughout, taking the place of longtime Faster Horses artist Dee Jay Silver.
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.
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.
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.
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...
'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...
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.
Kalamazoo donor’s $7M gift to honor father-son legacy in UM football
A $7 million gift from the Kalamazoo-based Monroe-Brown Foundation will honor the Brown family football legacy at the University of Michigan with support for locker room updates and other needs at Schembechler Hall. The renovated space will be formally named the Robert J. Brown and Robert M. Brown Locker Room...
Gun Lake Tribe Raises Elevated Water Tower
SHELBYVILLE, MI – The Gun Lake Tribe recently raised the final major piece of the water tower adjacent to the tribe’s government campus in Shelbyville. The final piece added to the tower was its one-million-gallon water tank, emblazoned with the logo of the tribe. Groundbreaking for the elevated water tower took place in June 2023 as a blessing and water ceremony, with the project scheduled to be complete and operational by the end of this year.
Allendale farmer challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder for county board seat
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – An Allendale farmer who is a frequent public commenter at board meetings is challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder Sylvia Rhodea for the District 8 Ottawa County Board of Commissioners seat in the upcoming Republican primary. David Lee Morren, 63, is challenging Rhodea, 53, in the Aug....
Muskegon Man’s $100 Win Turns into Surprise $300,000 Jackpot
Everyone who takes the time to play the Michigan Lottery is dreaming of the day they'll (hopefully) win a jackpot, but one Muskegon man couldn't have dreamed of it happening the way it did for him. A 64-year-old anonymous man from Muskegon recently purchased a Michigan Lottery Fire and Ice...
Grand Rapids Makes Bold Stance About AI Art In ArtPrize
Since it started in 2009, ArtPrize has completely changed the landscape of Grand Rapids. The city has become a living mural in many ways and it has become a fixture in the city's economy. When it was announced that the founders of ArtPrize would be shutting down and the art...
The Green Well is a first-rate foodie’s dream and a place of community in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS MI- The Green Well prides itself on being a spot where you can enjoy exceptional food and drinks while feeling right at home. The restaurant, located at 924 Cherry St. SE, is a staple in the vibrant and supportive East Hills community. Since opening in 2007, it has become a popular spot known for being inclusive and intentional about delivering a high-quality dining experience from its food and drinks to the service and atmosphere.
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