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Former Flint teacher who helped create ‘The Ballad of Woodsy Owl’ dies at 76
BURTON, MI -- Dave Kimber worked with musicians like David Bowie, Frank Zappa, Stevie Wonder and Elton John, but it was a simple jingle about a cartoon owl that made his most lasting impression -- especially for kids growing up in the 1970s. Kimber, a Los Angeles native and musician...
West Nile Pops Up In Genesee County
West Nile Virus has been detected in a bird for the first time this year and was diagnosed in a human in Genesee County. Officials conducting routine testing in the month of August detected the viurus in a bird in Flushing. According to the county health department, the detection of the virus in birds notes the importance they play in amplifying it in nature. Health department officials say its common for a few individuals to contract the virus. Symptoms of West Nile Virus include fever, chills, muscle aches, and in rare cases, brain inflammation which can be lethal.
3-year-old Leukemia patient gets wish granted in Owosso
Owosso, Mich. (WILX) -A heartwarming story out of Owosso where a three-year-old leukemia patient got his wish granted. The Make-A-Wish Foundation, with the help of Barton Malow, built a Mario Kart-themed playground for the boy. It resembles Bowser’s castle, complete with a rainbow bridge, a rock-climbing wall, and much more.
Hundreds of motorcycle lovers will be in Downtown Flint for Bikes on the Bricks
FLINT, Mich.— For the 17th year in a row,Bikes on the Bricks will be taking place the weekend after Labor Day with races, live music, food trucks, and more. The three day event was created to bring the motorcycle community together for a good time. "We don't care what...
Blue Water Folk Society's 22nd annual Thumbfest returns to Lexington Saturday
LEXINGTON — The Blue Water Folk Society is hosting the 22nd Thumbfest music festival from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday. "Thumbfest is a free, family-friendly celebration of acoustic music, featuring a diverse lineup of talented musicians. Attendees can expect to enjoy a wide range of musical genres, including traditional folk, Celtic,...
Family of man who died while detained by bar bouncers in Port Huron: 'Nobody is held responsible'
PORT HURON, Mich. (FOX 2) - The family of a man who was killed while being detained by bouncers last year are still seeking justice for him nearly 10 months later. On Nov. 4, 2023, 26-year-old Joshua Conant died outside the Roche Bar, on Quay Street in Port Huron, after he stopped breathing while being held down for several minutes.
Benefit to help repay Capac man’s kindness
CAPAC — Small town living has its benefits—community spirit and helping hands are among them. When longtime resident Tom Grabowskas found himself on hard times health-wise, a group of friends and residents rushed in to help. Grabowskas, a Vietnam veteran in his early 70s, had two heart attacks...
High school football games kick off tonight. Get prepped for Week 1 in Greater Lansing
Football season is officially back. High school games kick off tonight in Greater Lansing and across the state as teams begin working toward earning spots in the Michigan High School Athletic Association playoffs. ...
Man who died while riding bike identified as Ann Arbor doctor
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- A man who died while riding his bike last week has been identified as an Ann Arbor doctor. Dr. Mark Oberdoerster, 68, died Saturday, Aug. 24 in Ann Arbor Township, confirmed Lt. Eugene Rush with the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office. Oberdoerster was the co-founder of...
Jonna's B-Line Bar and Grill in Howell plans to open in early 2025. Here are the details
HOWELL — The former site of the B-Line Bar and Grill in Howell will soon become the third Livingston County restaurant operated by President Michael Jonna and his real estate development firm MKJ Companies. By the first quarter of 2025, Jonna expects that the new Jonna’s B-Line Bar and Grill at 5960 Pinckney Road will be open to the public. He plans to finalize the purchase of the nearly 3,500 square-foot building this week and will begin...
Kalamazoo moms can apply to get $7,500 next year. What to know.
A program that provides cash payments to expectant mothers and families with babies is slated to launch next year in Kalamazoo, as part of a statewide expansion to help eliminate infant poverty. Rx Kids, which started in Flint earlier this year, and is regarded by officials as a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country, gives...
Highly Contagious Infection Spreading Rapidly In Michigan Schools
Many Michigan students are back in school which means more opportunity for illness to spread. Health officials are warning that cases of a highly contagious infection that could be deadly are now rising in school-aged children. Highly Contagious Infection Spreading Rapidly In Michigan Schools. While health officials in Michigan have...
Exciting! Gas Prices Lower and Orange Traffic Barrels Coming Down
It is Labor Day Weekend this weekend and thousands of Michigan folks will either be on the road or in the air for the big, last hurrah of a summer holiday. It will probably be a tough, slow weekend of travel. However, there is some good news here. Gas prices have come down and should remain down through out the weekend. And, all the construction projects on the highways will be paused, and if possible, the traffic barrels will be moved off so all of us travelers can travel a little easier.
Michigan Middle School Teacher Celebrates 50 Years In The Classroom
The past few weeks have marked the return to school for kids all across Michigan. It also signifies the return of teachers to their classrooms. However, one middle school teacher in West Michigan is celebrating an incredible accomplishment. This year marks 50 years of teaching at Forest Hills Central Middle...
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