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Could Big Lots Be the Latest Retailer to Announce Michigan Store Closures?
It's no secret that many big-name retailers have been forced to close stores due to changing market conditions and increased competition from online shopping. While the pandemic and inflation are often cited as reasons, it's online shopping that's the real threat to traditional brick-and-mortar stores. Some companies, including Rite Aid,...
Update on funding request for Saginaw Police Department and HELP
The Saginaw Police Department, in collaboration with HELP, is launching a new crime prevention initiative supported by federal funding secured by Congressman Dan Kildee. With this funding it is planned enhance community violence intervention, community engagement efforts, and upgrade law enforcement technology in Saginaw. Congressman Kildee emphasized the need for a community-wide approach to address crime effectively.
POLICE: Fenton man leads officers on high-speed chase, crashes after carjacking
Police are releasing video of a high-speed chase that ended in a crash with police having guns drawn as they approach the suspect. The incident happened on Tuesday afternoon. Michigan State Police say that deputies with the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office attempted to make a traffic stop on Tuesday morning. That vehicle sped off, and police terminated the pursuit.
Boys cooking class coming to Flint Farmers' Market
FLINT, Mich.—The boys are getting a chance to step into the kitchen. Mission Possible is launching their first "NourishHIM" cooking class on Saturday, July 13 at the Flint Farmer's Market Demonstration Kitchen. There will be two sessions for the culinary experience:. Time Session 1: 10 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Time...
Habitat For Humanity Hosting Groundbreaking & Open House
Livingston County Habitat for Humanity is hosting groundbreaking and open house events for its homeownership program this month. The hope-building program provides affordable homes for Livingston County residents. Groundbreaking Ceremony Highlights:. Location: 326 Grand Street, Fowlerville, MI 48036 (On the corner of Grand and Carr.) Date: Tuesday, July 23rd 2:30pm-3:30pm...
Missing Michigan Teen "Found Safe" in Miami After Twitch Stream Spotting
A 17-year-old who went missing from Michigan has been located in Miami after he appeared in a popular Twitch stream in South Beach. Troy Coleman was reported missing on May 21 in Flint and had not been spotted since until he randomly appeared in social media influencer FaZe Lacy's Twitch stream on July 2. According to police, he was last seen leaving his house on May 17 and might have boarded a bus.
Michigan Has 2 of the Dirtiest Cities in America in 2024
Michigan has two of the dirtiest cities in the country and one of the cleanest according to a new study. LawnStarter.com just dropped a study using 303 of the largest cities in the United States to find the filthiest, most polluted cities in America using these metrics,. We considered air...
Saginaw's annual Fourth of July celebration
Paisley Heintz, 7, of West Branch, helps roll up an American flag during Saginaw’s annual Fourth of July celebration on Ojibway Island on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Her father is operating the crane holding the 50x80 foot flag. 5 / 43. Saginaw’s annual Fourth of July celebration. Billy...
City of Flint bids a fond farewell to City Attorney William Kim
The City of Flint announced the upcoming departure of City Attorney William Kim today. His resignation is effective July 26. “I wish Attorney Kim the very best in his new position and thank him for his service to the residents of Flint,” Mayor Sheldon Neeley said. “Mr. Kim has helped guide the City of Flint through turbulent times over the past 9 years, and I congratulate him on the next step in his career. We continue to cultivate talented individuals at the City of Flint, and I am confident that we will continue to attract top talent, based on the foundation of success laid by our current and former staff.”
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.
A New Atlas Maps Car-Free Progress Around the World
Wroclaw doesn't have a metro, but its extensive bus and tram network places the Polish city near the top of the Atlas of Sustainable City Transport. The first-of-its-kind interactive map tool, which gauges the sustainability and inclusivity of transportation systems in more than 1,000 global cities, ranks Wroclaw second for best resident proximity to frequent transit — behind Prague and ahead of places like London and New York City.
Learn to be water smart: Safety tips to prevent summer drowning tragedies
FLINT, Mich.— It only takes a moment. A child or weak swimmer can drown in the time it takes to reply to a text, check a fishing line, or apply sunscreen. Learning water safety can help prevent a tragedy this summer. Drowning is the leading cause of death for...
Frankenmuth Hosts Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival
The Frankenmuth Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival is back in action on July 11 with a delicious combination of family-friendly entertainment and a diverse lineup of food trucks from across Michigan. The food truck festival is from 2 to 9 PM on Thursday, July 11 at Frankenmuth River Place Shops,...
Arenac County Sheriff’s Office Looking for Two Missing from Sterling
Authorities are asking for the public’s help locating two people reported missing from Sterling. According to the Arenac County Sheriff’s Department, 35-year-old Nathan Pemberton and 41-year-old Crystal Witkowski were last seen around 2 p.m. on Wednesday driving a 2007 Chevy Impala with paper license plate. Authorities say they may be in the Saginaw area.
Arenac County couple missing for two days found safe
ARENAC COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - Police located a couple reported missing from Arenac County earlier this week. The Arenac County Sheriff's Office says 35-year-old Nathan Pemberton and 41-year-old Crystal Witkowski, both of Sterling, were reported missing around 2 p.m. Wednesday. Investigators believe they may be in the Saginaw area. The...
Taking an early look at Northwestern for 2024
The world of college football counted out the Northwestern Wildcats heading into the 2023 season. The Wildcats underwent a tornado of an offseason, firing their all-time winningest coach, Pat Fitzgerald, after a hazing scandal came to light. Northwestern decided to stay in-house with its next head football coach, hiring David Braun, the team’s defensive coordinator. Braun inherited a team that went 1-11 the previous season, and he lost 11 players to decommitments or the portal. Not to mention, several former players and Fitzgerald were suing the school.
Race at Owosso Speedway over holiday weekend to honor racer’s life
An annual race continues to honor a former racer in Shiawassee County. On July 6th, a series of races at Owosso Speedway will honor the memory of Kevin Adkins, who passed away a couple of years ago. The front gates open at noon for qualifiers and the opening ceremony is...
Flint City Attorney nabs new job in Battle Creek
Flint, MI — City Attorney William Kim is leaving Flint for a position on the west end of the state. According to Battle Creek City Commission records, officials interviewed Kim on June 18, 2024 during their regularly scheduled meeting where they went into closed session prior to introducing Kim to the public. Officials said all of the candidates for the position including Kim asked for that their applications to be reviewed in closed session.
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