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Allendale farmer challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder for county board seat
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – An Allendale farmer who is a frequent public commenter at board meetings is challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder Sylvia Rhodea for the District 8 Ottawa County Board of Commissioners seat in the upcoming Republican primary. David Lee Morren, 63, is challenging Rhodea, 53, in the Aug....
Indiana woman accused of killing 10-year-old foster son by sitting on him arrested in Michigan
An Indiana foster mother has been charged in a warrant with reckless homicide for allegedly sitting on her young foster son, causing his death. She was arrested in Michigan last Saturday.
Woman who burned Quran outside Dearborn mosque vows to return to city
A woman from Oregon who burned a Quran outside a Dearborn mosque says she plans to return to the city by the end of the summer to again burn the holy book for Muslims. Sorbeah Almosa lit on fire a Quran at about 4 a.m. on July 13 on a sidewalk outside the Al-Huda Islamic Association, a mosque on Warren Avenue, as a protest against what she said were extremist statements made at rallies in Dearborn in...
AJ Hinch sends blunt message to Tigers' front office about Tarik Skubal rumors
At this point, it doesn't feel too hyperbolic to say that Tigers fans would riot if Tarik Skubal is traded away at the deadline, especially since they already seem to be on the verge of mutiny after mere rumors about a Skubal deal. The Tigers should not trade Skubal, period....
Lake Michigan city expands its outdoor drinking district
SOUTH HAVEN, MI -- You can now sit at a city park and enjoy an alcoholic beverage in one of Michigan’s top tourist destinations near the shores of Lake Michigan. The South Haven City Council voted this month to amend its social district boundaries, based on a recommendation from the Downtown Development Authority.
Michigan Making Money: Salaries Of The State’s Top 1% Earners
Most people have a desire to make as much money as they possibly can to not just take care of themselves and their families but also to have bragging rights as one of the richest people alive or to ever live. I can't lie, it's nice motivation to have in life and money does make life easier and happier but is not the end all be all since we don't get to take it with us after life. Nonetheless, most of us are competing for the best paying jobs for different reasons.
Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden and Michiganders Aren’t Happy
The CEO of Olive Garden's parent company just doubled down on a decision that is leaving customers with a bad taste in their mouths. All around the country restaurants are hurting. As people are staying home more to spend less money, national chains are feeling the burn. Not to mention, inflation has increased the price of operation for the restaurants. Many restaurants around the country have started discounting their meals to bring their main customer base back into the stores. Olive Garden is owned by Darden Restaurants. The CEO of Darden, Rick Cardenas has come out publically with a big fat NO to that strategy. Instead, they have decided to increase their prices...again.
Michigan female leaders step up to help create new Smithsonian museum
Ever thought the stories of your mothers, grandmothers or female co-workers and friends made an impact that might interest others? If so, and you happen to feel like sharing, the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum wants to hear from you as it gears up to build its first museum dedicated to American women. ...
Tenacious D cancels tour, including Michigan show, after Kyle Gass' offensive Trump joke
Comedian and actor Jack Black has canceled all remaining dates on his popular comedy-rock duo Tenacious D’s “Spicy Meatball” world tour after bandmate Kyle Gass made a joke onstage about the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump last weekend. Tenacious D went onstage in Sydney, Australia,...
Michigan, Watch Out For This New Government Imposter Scam
Another day, another scam. Thieves are constantly coming up with different ways to steal our information and funds. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Warns of New Government Imposter Scam. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning about a new government imposter scam targeting residents. Scammers pose as representatives offering "free...
Faster Horses lineup 2024: Full schedule for Michigan country music festival
Faster Horses, a three-day country music and camping festival, has become one of Michigan's signature summer events since its debut in 2013. This year's headliners are Jelly Roll (Friday), Lainey Wilson (Saturday) and Hardy (Sunday). They're part of a 15-artist Main Stage lineup that also includes Cody Johnson, Old Dominion, Riley Green and more. Nashville DJ Rod Youree will be spinning throughout, taking the place of longtime Faster Horses artist Dee Jay Silver.
Facing population crisis, Whitmer opens Michigan growth office — with no new staff
LANSING — A new state office will try to jump-start the state’s anemic population growth, but will have to do so without any new employees. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s administration on Friday announced the creation of Michigan’s Growth Office. It’s charged with leading efforts to recruit residents...
Ferris State Data Science and Analytics grads see strong demand for high salary positions in an increasingly high-tech economy
The first graduates of Ferris State University’s Data Science and Analytics master’s program are quickly drawing interest for executive and leadership positions in a growing and competitive field. Today’s high-tech economy increasingly places great value on the gathering and study of information resources. The master’s program, which launched...
DELAYS & CANCELLATIONS | Gerald R. Ford Airport affected by technology outage
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A worldwide technology outage that is affecting banks, media outlets and airlines is being felt here in West Michigan. The Gerald R. Ford Airport is experiencing delays and cancellations in both flight departures and arrivals. The airport issued a statement Friday morning regarding the outage...
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