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Michigan’s Country Music Scene: Who Is Madison Olivia?
If not for Jolene Bisbee, Michigan country music fans might never have heard from Madison Olivia. Jolene Bisbee is Madison's grandmother. "GranGran", as Madison calls her, pursued a singing career of her own back in the day, even opening shows for such country music legends as George Jones. Madison remembers accompanying Jolene to numerous concerts and watching her in the spotlight. It lit a fire in Madison, even as a young girl.
Save the Date: NAMI Walks Michigan set for Sept. 21
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) walk in Michigan is set for Saturday, Sept. 21. All are welcome to join!. No matter how you want to get involved, NAMI needs you! The more people that are involved makes a different in making the movement stronger. Shaking a hand, giving a fist bump or cheering with your team and others on one of the most powerful days of the year helps make a difference.
Meet the Genesee County candidates for Michigan House of Representatives
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- Seven districts in the Michigan House of Representatives include at least some portion of Genesee County but just three of the races have contested primaries in the Aug. 6 election. Three Republicans -- Sherri Cross, incumbent Phil Green and Sherry Marden -- are competing for the...
Michigan's Third Congressional District Republican primary election results
MICHIGAN, USA — Michiganders will head to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 6 to vote in either the Democratic or Republican primary election. In the Republican primary, two congressional candidates for Michigan's 3rd District want to represent their party on the ballot in November's general election. Entrepreneur Michael Markey...
Gov. Whitmer lowers flags to honor Melvindale Police Officer killed in the line of duty
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, July 26, to honor the life and service of Melvindale Police Officer Mohamed Said, who passed away in the line of duty. “Officer Mohamed Said was a...
Alert: Recall On Popular Snack Sold In Michigan
Before you grab that energy bar for a quick snack, you might want to take a moment to check its packaging and details. There has been a recall affecting several batches of energy bars sold here in Michigan. The recall was initiated due to potential contamination, which could pose a health risk.
Kalamazoo breakfast spot to close downtown location 1 year after opening
KALAMAZOO, MI -- Staff at Berries Famous Pancake House in downtown Kalamazoo say they were given four days notice that their restaurant was closing down. The Berries location at 234 W. Michigan Ave. opened in June 2023, and its last day will be Sunday, July 28. Berries’ original location at 4311 S Westnedge Ave. will remain open, Manager Danielle Miller said.
Free parking lot opens to the public downtown
KALAMAZOO, MI -- There is now more free parking available to the public in downtown Kalamazoo. Kalamazoo County recently announced the parking lot at 440 N. Church St. is now open for public parking. The lot, with 75 spots, is under surveillance, the county said. If you purchase a product...
AUDIO: Kalamazoo Blues Festival returning to Arcadia Creek Festival Site
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The 2024 Kalamazoo Blues Festival is Saturday. The event is returning to where it began for its 30th anniversary at the Arcadia Creek Festival Site. Randy James from the Kalamazoo Valley Blues Association joined WKZO’s Jay Morris on the “Shop Talk” podcast to discuss...
New senior living and assisted living facility to break ground in Portage in August
PORTAGE, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Officials with Trilogy Health Services say they will break ground on a new campus in Portage next month. Trilogy says the investment aims to expand senior living and assisted living services in the area and bring 49 skilled nursing units, 42 assisted living units, and 12 memory care assisted living units. The facility will be built at 732 East Centre Avenue.
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