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Birmingham Italian Dish holding closing sale
Birmingham store The Italian Dish is holding a retirement sale as owner/operator Holly Anselmi has decided it is time to move on after 20 years of owning the shop. The Italian Dish, 288 E. Maple Road, between S. Old Woodward and Woodward avenues, features specialty dinnerware, kitchenware, home décor, linens and gifts from Italy and other parts of Europe. Anselmi noted it's “a little bittersweet to close. Twenty years of retail have been good to me, but it's time to do something new.”
Physicians Park playground in Grand Blanc now ADA accessible
Grand Blanc, MICH -- Leaders in the City of Grand Blanc say a playground in the heart of the city, always a favorite spot, is now ADA accessible. July is Disability Pride Month, and this week, children and their families started enjoying the improved play area at Physicians Park. The...
Lions' rookie could be on the verge of switching positions
Sometimes when you get to the NFL, teams find out that you're better suited in a different situation. That looks like it could potentially be the case for Lions' sixth-round pick Mekhi Wingo. Going into the 2024 NFL draft, Wingo was expected to go a lot higher than the sixth-round. Part of ...
Kalamazoo donor’s $7M gift to honor father-son legacy in UM football
A $7 million gift from the Kalamazoo-based Monroe-Brown Foundation will honor the Brown family football legacy at the University of Michigan with support for locker room updates and other needs at Schembechler Hall. The renovated space will be formally named the Robert J. Brown and Robert M. Brown Locker Room...
Armada Township supervisor, treasurer, trustee races contested in primary
In a solidly Republican political primary, Armada Township’s Aug. 6 election will be a key race for supervisor, treasurer and trustee seats. The Voice sent a request for information to each candidate in a contested race. Responses were limited to 75 words per question. Trustee candidate Steve Arnold did not respond.
Money Tight? No State’s Worse For That Than Michigan
If you're in Michigan and struggling to make ends meet, know that you're not alone. A new study finds that Michigan leads the nation with the greatest percentage of people in financial distress. The personal finance website WalletHub recently dug into the data to determine the "States with the Most...
WARNING: Michigan Residents May Have Been Exposed To Measles, Here’s Where
Anytime there’s any kind of infectious disease or virus. It’s important to get the word out and let people know if they’ve been exposed to anything dangerous. One of the most dangerous is rubeola, or as it’s commonly known measles. Measles is probably one of the...
Is Most of Michigan’s Cash Really Tainted with Cocaine and Feces?
Have you ever had someone tell you to wash your hands after handling money? Well, after reading this article, you'll take that advice seriously from now on. We've always been told that money is the dirtiest thing we handle daily, but you won't believe just how contaminated it is. For...
Michigan auto insurance: How to pick the cheapest options under no-fault
Since Michigan overhauled its no-fault system several years ago, buying auto insurance is more complicated and requires new decisions on coverage options. So getting the cheapest price quote now takes a little more work. The biggest new choice concerns the amount of medical benefits coverage, known as "personal injury protection"...
Lapeer VFW Summer Golf Outing – What You Need To Know
Calling all golfers, the Lapeer VFW Post 4139 is hosting a summer golf outing. Here is everything you need to know about this awesome community event. When is the Lapeer VFW Post 4139 Summer Golf Outing?. The Lapeer VFW Post 4139 Summer Golf Outing is on Saturday, August 10th, 2024.
Can rain sneak in before the end of the weekend?
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - What a great first half of the weekend we have been able to enjoy! More nice weather is expected, but rain chances are starting to bubble up in the data. With rain comes moisture, so the comfy weather might start to feel more July-like. This Evening/Overnight...
Frank Ragnow appreciates how Dan Campbell runs training camp
As Detroit Lions players start to descend back on Allen Park, training camp is not what it used to be "back in the day." But it is undeniably a grind, practicing in the peak of summer heat while trying to get meaningful work in. For a player like center Frank...
Strangers show photo of ape to doorbell camera at Black family’s home in Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Police are looking to question two men who showed pictures of an ape to the front door camera of a Black family’s home in the Foxfire subdivision. The incident happened around 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16. Officials with the Ann Arbor Police Department...
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...
Metamora’s $4.6M Home is a Jaw-Dropping Marvel
We've shared countless homes here over the years, but there is just something about this Lapper County gem that sets it apart — maybe it's the rustic charm and the peaceful vibe of this $4.6M log home. This amazing property sits on over 80 acres of private land in...
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