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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,...
Michigan Football 2024: Wide Receiver Dilemma Revealed by ESPN
Michigan football faces uncertainties in defending its national championship, with ESPN highlighting wide receiver as the team's biggest question mark for 2024, despite a revamped defense and new coaching staff. The offense grapples with changes at key positions, including a competitive quarterback situation and a relatively unproven receiving corps. All-American...
Lions' locker room would benefit from addition of Cameron Heyward
Entering training camp, the Detroit Lions have few needs on the surface, but as the 2024 season wears on, some holes could expose themselves defensively. Will Detroit's renovated pass rush be up to the challenge? Many believe major question marks remain. Even with the quality addition of DJ Reader, the entire defensive line could use a boost. Enter the ever-churning rumor mill.
Sheriff candidate taken to court for $21K in debt, says it makes her relatable
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – Capitol One sued a Washtenaw County sheriff candidate for owing nearly $21,000, court records show. The credit card company filed a lawsuit against Alyshia Dyer, one of three Democrats appearing on the Aug. 6 primary ballot, in February. The debt was primarily daily living costs incurred while she was in graduate school, Dyer said, and she believes her the debt makes her more relatable to voters.
Sheriff candidate says licensing complaint, investigation ‘a made-up thing’
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI – The state is investigating a Washtenaw County sheriff’s candidate for allegedly misrepresenting himself as a social worker. A complaint filed May 14 with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs pointed to Derrick Jackson’s campaign material and social media as evidence he has been improperly saying he is a social worker, according to documents obtained by a Freedom of Information Act request. A representative from LARA said the department does not comment on ongoing investigations.
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...
Restaurant of the Week: Mom’s memory lives on at Earla’s in Marenisco
MARENISCO, Mich. (WJMN) — A small but mighty team keeps Earla’s in Marenisco running. “I bought it eight years ago,” said Christine Longley, Owner of Earla’s. “So I named it after my mom, Earla, because she taught me everything I know. Before I started, I never waitressed before, I never worked in a kitchen before. […]
DNR seeks public input on Hartwick Pines State Park planning
Those interested in long‐term planning for Hartwick Pines State Park in Crawford County are invited to a Michigan Department of Natural Resources‐hosted public meeting 6‐7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 6. It’s an opportunity for people to learn about the new draft Phase 2 general management plan, proposed improvements and planning process, followed by time for feedback and questions with DNR staff. The meeting will take place at the Hartwick Pines Visitor Center, located at 2833 Monarch Drive, Grayling, inside the park. The DNR uses general management plans to define long‐rang planning and management strategies that protect the resources of state parks, while addressing recreation and education needs and opportunities.
Speedway stations among businesses affected by internet outage
MID-MICHIGAN (WJRT) - Effects from the global internet outage Friday morning extend from the gas pumps to airports to local government offices across Mid-Michigan. Several Speedway gas stations in the region were unable to process credit card payments Friday morning. Some locations closed entirely while others remained open for cash transactions only.
See contested races in Genesee County communities on August primary ballot
GENESEE COUNTY, MI - Voters across Genesee County will head to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 6, to narrow the field of candidates in advance of November’s general election. The Michigan Department of State website provides sample ballots specific to voting districts. The website also helps residents find their polling location in those voting districts.
9 road closures in Michigan to keep an eye on this week when traveling
Keep an eye out for Michigan’s latest road construction projects kicking off this week. The state’s Department of Transportation (MDOT) has about 70 road projects scheduled to close lanes, ramps, and full segments of major roadways between Sunday, July 21, and Saturday, July 27. If you purchase a...
Two-Time Oscar Winner, Russell Williams II Comes to Flint
Flint, MI – iMichigan Productions will host the 2nd Annual Film Appreciation Academy Conference (FAAC) on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at the Riverfront Conference Center, 1 Riverfront Plaza, Flint, MI 48502. This year’s. conference focuses on the smash-hit series “Stranger Things,” offering attendees a unique opportunity to dissect...
Former Cinema 10 theater in Flint Township to get demolished
FLINT TWP, MI - A former movie theater in Flint Township is getting demolished. Cinema 10, located on the southwest corner of Lennon and Dutcher roads behind Genesee Valley Center, will get demolished months after a devastating fire caused severe damage. If you purchase a product or register for an...
How Michiganders Can Get the Most Bang For Their EBT/SNAP Buck
With the ever-rising price of, well, everything these days, people across the country are looking for ways to help stretch their dollars. And there's one program in Michigan that will help those who receive EBT and SNAP benefits to get double their money. I didn't know that this program existed...
Study shows where in Michigan had the most lightning last year
All of the lightning strikes were counted over Michigan. This count shows where we typically have the most lightning, and where we lit up the most last year. The data comes from the Vaisala U.S. National Lightning Detection Network (NLDN) and the Vaisala Global Lightning Dataset (GLD360). These two networks monitor in-cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning activity 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Together, they detect more than two billion lightning events worldwide every year.
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