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Boat crash on Houghton Lake claims life of 1, injures 2 others
ROSCOMMON COUNTY, Mich. — A 68-year-old Freeland man is dead after a crash involving two pontoon boats on Independence Day. The Roscommon Sheriff's Office said the two-boat crash happened on Houghton Lake in the Long Point area of Lake Township on Thursday, July 4. When first responders made it...
10 most expensive homes sold in the the Saginaw area, June 24-30
A house in Saginaw that sold for $565,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in the Saginaw area in the past week. In total, 23 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $196,600. The average price per square foot was $125.
Summer 2024 Property Tax Bills in the Mail
July 5, 2024 – Summer 2024 tax notices to City of Midland property owners were mailed the first week of July. Summer taxes are due and payable without penalty or interest from July 1 through September 16, 2024. Residents are reminded that their summer tax notices will be printed...
Some Big Boy locations partnering with Olga’s Kitchen
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) - Several Big Boy locations in Michigan are teaming up with Olga’s Kitchen. New host kitchens with Mediterranean-themed menu items are coming to Big Boys in Midland, Muskegon, and Battle Creek. Customers can order from Olga’s website or via their preferred delivery service provider, Olga’s said.
10 most expensive homes sold in Bay County, June 24-30
A condo in Bay City that sold for $585,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Bay County in the past week. In total, 32 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $184,252, or $122 per square foot.
Barley MacTavish helps with rent
EDITOR’S NOTE – The Barley MacTavish Fund accepts letters from Midland County residents about themselves or other people, explaining why they need help and what they have tried to do about their problems. Write to Barley, care of the Midland Area Community Foundation, 76 Ashman Circle, Midland, MI 48640 or call 989- 839-9661. Be sure to include a phone number and email address. Names of applicants are never published.
Thomas Mueller hits right note as 2024 Volkslaufe champion
FRANKENMUTH, MI – Thomas Mueller didn’t have much time to savor his victory, trading his Volsklaufe bib for a red vest and his adidas carbons for Yamaha brass. The former Lake Fenton and Detroit-Mercy runner claimed the 10-kilometer championship Thursday in the 2024 Volksalufe in Frankenmuth, then proceeded to play his own victory march.
Getting ready for Fourth of July at Bay City Fireworks Festival
BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - Happy Independence Day!. If you’re still looking for a professional fireworks show on July 4, stop by the Bay City Fireworks Festival. This marks the festival’s 62nd year in Bay City. You can enjoy a midway carnival and outdoor marketplace in Veteran’s Memorial Park and live music every night in Wenonah Park, July 4-6.
Loons Hang On for 6-5 Win over Whitecaps
COMSTOCK PARK, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (39-38) (5-6) had enough in the tank to close out the West Michigan Whitecaps (39-39) (8-4) 6-5 on an 81-degree sunny Wednesday night at LMCU Ballpark. - Josue De Paula and Noah Miller started the game with back-to-back singles. A Kyle...
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