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Reformed Con Jelly Roll 'Stunned' to Be Sworn in As Deputy Sheriff: 'He was Convinced He Was Doomed to Spend Rest of Life in Jail!'
Jailbird country king Jelly Roll has crossed the Thin Blue Line — believe it or not, the Son of a Sinner singer is now a Michigan cop. One of his pals dished to RadarOnline.com: "Never in his life did he think he would become a deputy!"During his checkered past, Jelly — a recovering drug addict — was arrested nearly 40 times during a misspent youth that put him behind bars on and off for about a decade. But the Nashville heavyweight was sworn in at the Genesee County Jail after bankrolling a new recording studio at the facility to held...
20th Annual Pasty Fest proves to be Renaissance for the famous Yooper pastry
CALUMET, Mich. (WJMN) — Crowds showed in force for the 20th annual U.P. Pasty Fest on the streets of downtown Calumet. The theme was “the Renaissance.” Between pasty poetry, condiment duals, pasty pulls, and a pasty eating contest you could tell that those Yoopers were passionate about their pasties. “Pasty Fest is our largest event […]
Detroit Evening Report: Pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Chicago; Michigan delegates prepare for DNC and more
On this episode of the Detroit Evening Report, stories include the Pro-Palestinian demonstrations unfolding outside the Democratic National Convention in Chicago; Michigan delegates’ preparations for the week’s convention and more. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. Protesters...
Michigan crash victim sues insurance company for halting therapy payments
NORTHVILLE, Mich. (FOX 2) - Since Carmen Burgie was struck by a car that paralyzed her at Michigan State University in 2001, she has required a lot of care. Carmen relies on her parents to be her caregivers, as well as an occupational therapist and a massage therapist to help with movement and her muscles. She has been receiving this type of therapy for more than a decade now.
Lawmakers pass 2025 Michigan budget, free community college
The 2025 budget for the state of Michigan showcases a governmental push towards making education more affordable through several new initiatives approved by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the state’s legislature. One initiative, making community college free to the state’s high school graduates, could provide more equal opportunities for access to higher education, and impact enrollment at higher education institutions like Grand Valley State University.
Gretchen Whitmer is really good at having it all
Gretchen Whitmer has been known for a lot of things in her life. She’s never lost an election, gaining national attention for fighting against anti-abortion and anti-labor policies while serving in the Legislature. As Michigan’s 49th governor, she was the subject of an assassination plot during her first term and went on to sign an […]
ALERT-Potentially Toxic Chicken Now Recalled From Michigan Stores
Many Michigan residents seek healthy foods to feed their families daily, including high-quality meats. But, one popular brand of chicken is now being pulled from store shelves as it may contain toxic materials. Michigan residents are now urged to check for these recalled products in their homes. ALERT-Potentially Toxic Chicken...
Detroit Evening Report: Excitement for Harris-Walz ticket grows; Michigan’s ‘Shark Tank’-style pitch competition + more
On this episode of the Detroit Evening Report, stories include this week’s excitement at the Democratic National Convention around the Harris-Walz presidential ticket; Michigan’s launch of a new statewide “Shark Tank”-style pitch competition and more. Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org...
Why Black Detroiters Should Care About What’s Happening at the Democratic National Convention
Detroit is no stranger to making history, and right now, all eyes should be on the 2024 Democratic National Convention unfolding in Chicago. As the convention marches into its second day, the energy is electric, the stakes couldn’t be higher, and Black Detroiters are at the center of it all—whether they realize it or not. With Kamala Harris set to take the reins as the party’s nominee, this DNC is not just a political event but a moment that could shape the future for Black Americans across the nation. The question is: What does this historic moment mean for Detroit, a city whose Black community has long fought for civil rights, labor justice, and political empowerment? How will this convention, with its high-stakes rhetoric and powerful symbolism, impact Michigan—particularly its Black residents?
Annual event celebrates Finnish culture in Negaunee Township
NEGAUNEE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC)—A day dedicated to preserving Finnish traditions is set to return this weekend for its 14th annual event. Finn Fun Day this year will feature some new entertainment, but organizers say it will be similar to the last 13 years. There will be music, a “Tori”,...
Copper Shores to hold workshop about guiding children through teen years
HANCOCK, MI— Copper Shores Outreach and Education is hosting a virtual six-week workshop series on Guiding Good Choices for Baraga County families. The free program focuses on strengthening family bonds through open communication, conflict resolution, and setting clear guidelines. Children will participate in one session designed to equip them with tools for resisting peer pressure while maintaining friendships.
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