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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...
Politico Reports Democrats Cut Help For Congresswoman Scholten
(Grand Rapids, MI) – Politico reports Congresswoman Hillary Scholten of Grand Rapids has had some of her reelection assistance cut by the Michigan Democratic Party after she called for President Biden to not run for reelection. MLive says the Democratic Party says she was removed from a strategy call about the coordinated campaign, which is an effort between them and the Biden team to get Democrats elected. Scholten is the only Democrat in Congress from Michigan who is calling on Biden to drop out and was the tenth House Democrat to make the announcement.
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.
Motorcyclist thrown into traffic sign during fatal crash in Southeast Michigan
OAKLAND COUNTY, MI -- A 39-year-old Waterford Township man was killed in a motorcycle crash in Pontiac, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office reports. The crash happened at 2:42 a.m. Saturday, July 20, on Woodward Avenue at Osmun Street, the sheriff’s office said. The Waterford Township man was riding...
Genesee County food truck offers loaded ‘Daddy Mac,’ ‘Rocky Balboa’ baked potatoes
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Claiming to be the only food truck in Genesee County offering loaded baked potatoes, gaining popularity has been no issue for the Spud Hut. Launching in May, the Spud Hut already has business booming. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Macomb County officials on new project: 'It's more than just a jail'
The first demolition smashes crashed Friday into the wall of the Macomb County Jail annex, with more than a dozen wide swings each from County Executive Mark Hackel and Sheriff Anthony Wickersham. Wielding sledgehammers emblazoned with the words "Macomb County" on the handles and sporting black Sheriff's Office hard hats and dark sunglasses,...
Flint Fury defeat Lansing Lightning, 24-6, to advance to semi-pro football league championship
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - Former New Lothrop defensive back Rafael Woods scored two defensive touchdowns to help the Flint's semi-pro football team, the Flint Fury defeat the Lansing Lightning, 24-6. With the win, the Fury improve to 8-1 on the season, their best mark in more than 20 years. The...
Allegiant Airlines Announces $59 Flights to Florida from Flint
Allegiant Airlines announced eight new nonstop routes to 13 cities around the country at extremely low rates. One of those new routes includes a nonstop flight to Florida from Flint Bishop International Airport for just $59. Before you get overly excited, keep in mind that the low fare of $59...
Porch Fest brings Flint community together in Carriage Town
FLINT, MI - Hundreds of Flint residents and visitors gathered in Carriage Town again to enjoy the local truck vendors, artists and music. For Porch Fest on Friday, July 19, the air was filled with sounds of joy and smells of local food, creating an atmosphere of excitement as the Flint community celebrated what locals had to offer.
Belle Isle giant slide reopens, and nobody will be flying off of it this time
In August 2022, Detroit Rapper Gmac Cash made a viral song about Belle Isle’s Giant Slide. In the song, Gmac Cash raps: “Hey, you could break your back on the giant slide / You could even break your neck on the giant slide / You might even bump your head on the giant slide.” ...
Woman who burned Quran outside Dearborn mosque vows to return to city
A woman from Oregon who burned a Quran outside a Dearborn mosque says she plans to return to the city by the end of the summer to again burn the holy book for Muslims. Sorbeah Almosa lit on fire a Quran at about 4 a.m. on July 13 on a sidewalk outside the Al-Huda Islamic Association, a mosque on Warren Avenue, as a protest against what she said were extremist statements made at rallies in Dearborn in...
REDICO Draws Meijer Store to Former Detroit Prison Site in Plymouth Township
The Michigan State Land Bank Authority has announced a partnership with REDICO, a full-service real estate development and investment firm in Southfield, to revitalize and rejuvenate a historic site — […] The post REDICO Draws Meijer Store to Former Detroit Prison Site in Plymouth Township appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Hip Hop Icon KRS-One to Rock Avalon Village Stage July 30 in Highland Park
Legendary hip-hop icon KRS-One will perform at Avalon Village in Highland Park on Tuesday, July 30. This special outdoor concert, hosted by 2D Productions and Avalon Village, promises a night of unforgettable beats while raising funds for a great cause. KRS-One, also known as Lawrence “Kris” Parker, is highly respected...
R&B on the river, Michigan jazz talent and drinks at the zoo: This weekend in Detroit
Heavy summer storms this week gave way to gorgeously mild weather, perfect for outdoor activities or chill artistic pursuits. As usual with summer in The D, there are many big things going on, including Concert of Colors and the Ann Arbor Art Fair, but here are four fun, fresh options you might not know about. ...
Flint Jazz Festival moving to Clio
CLIO, Mich. (WNEM) - The 42nd annual Flint Jazz Festival returns July 26 to 28, but this year it’ll be in Clio. Due to construction along the Flint Riverfront for the city’s first state park, the festival is moving to the Clio Amphitheatre. Greg Fiedler, president of the...
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