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First Alert Weather Day: Severe Weather Possible
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Today is a First Alert Weather Day. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across Mid-Michigan 10 P.M. tonight until around 3 A.M. Tuesday. Any thunderstorms could produce damaging winds and heavy rainfall. Heavy rainfall brings flood concerns to the area. A Flood Watch has already been issued for the Lansing and Jackson areas. Severe weather is especially dangerous during the overnight hours. The First Alert Weather app on your smartphone can alert you to severe weather statements for your area if notifications are turned on in the app.
Hayes development boosted by $4.5 million in state funds
A major redevelopment effort in Jackson has been boosted by $4.5 million from the State of Michigan. The funding support for The Hayes project, located on W. Michigan Avenue in downtown Jackson, comes from the 2025 State Budget through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). Funding of $4.5 million will...
Pets of the week: Rocky likes to go for walks. Isabella loves to cuddle
JACKSON, MI -- The Jackson County Animal Shelter, 3770 Spring Arbor Road, has many pets available for adoption. Rocky is a 4-year-old American Staffordshire mix who came in as a stray. Rocky is primarily black, but you will see some brown brindle striping throughout his coat. He is a mild...
Adrian police arrest pastor for alleged criminal sexual conduct
ADRIAN, Mich. (WILX) - A pastor in Lenawee County was arraigned in court Monday on two counts of alleged Criminal Sexual Conduct. Adrian police said 75-year-old Pastor Michael Ronald Goble was arraigned on charges of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Second Degree. Police said based on the investigation, more victims are believed to exist that have not yet been identified.
Lyons, Ohio Driver Involved In Fatal Vehicle / Pedestrian Accident
(PRESS RELEASE) Sylvania – The Toledo Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a pedestrian crash on Centennial Road near Erie Street in the City of Sylvania. The crash occurred on July 13, 2024 at approximately 10:56 p.m. A 2015 Jeep Wrangler operated by Donald Christian, age...
Hillsdale FFA team takes retreat at Hocking Hills
JEROMESVILLE — The Hillsdale FFA Officer team took its retreat on June 5 and 6 in Hocking Hills. The officers for this year are President: Dally Meek; Vice President: Baylee Weber; Secretary: Maci Atterholt; Treasurer: Reed Twining; Reporter: Jillian Cowger; Sentinel: Ava Bolen; Student Advisor: Emma Linder. They started...
Read to a dog at the library!
Submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library. The Manchester District Library (MDL) invites readers ages 6–9 to read to a dog on Wednesday, July 24, with appointments starting at 11am. This is a great opportunity for emerging readers to gain a positive attitude toward books and build self-confidence in their skills by reading to a therapy animal.
Tyler Horky named to dean’s list at K College
Tyler Horky of Manchester, Mich. (48158), has been named to the Kalamazoo College spring 2024 dean’s list. Dean’s list recognition is earned with a grade point average of 3.5 or better with a full-time course load of at least three units, without failing or withdrawing from any course, during the spring 2024 academic term.
Darrell Ford Whitaker
Darrell Ford Whitaker, 84, of Napoleon, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his sleep, on June 27th, 2024. Darrell’s family and friends gathered from on Monday, July 15th, 2024, at Our Lady of Fatima located at 913 Napoleon Road, Michigan Center, Michigan 49254. Tim MacDonald led the funeral mass immediately following the visitation. Burial followed at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Napoleon Township, Michigan.
Messerly Earns Medalist Honors at JCWGA Match Play
Pam Messerly. Photo by Jeff Steers, JTV Sports. (July 15, 2024 5:52 PM ET) Pam Messerly earned the medalist honors in the Jackson County Womens Golf Association Match Play Tournament qualifying held at Sharp Park Golf Course Monday. Messerly tied Napoleon High School golfer Anna McCubbins with 75s and won...
Jamie Fryman killed in Concord tractor-trailer accident
Tragic July 12 collision happened at M-60 and Main Street. Concord, MI, (July 12, 2024) - A Concord Township woman lost her life on July 12 in a collision between her vehicle and a tractor-trailer in the village. According to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, the collision happened shortly before...
Authorities searching for more victims after Lenawee County pastor arrested on criminal sexual conduct charges
LENAWEE COUNTY, Mich. — A Lenawee County pastor was arraigned Monday on charges of criminal sexual conduct after being arrested over the weekend. Adrian police said Michael Ronald Goble faces two counts of criminal sexual conduct of the second degree. APD said that based on the totality of the...
Obituary: Terry Seames
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. Terry Seames, age 69, of Manchester, Michigan passed away at home on July 14, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Terry is survived by his wife and best friend, Bridget; son, Joshua; daughter, Megan; son-in-law,...
Chad Rhoades (1978 – 2024)
(Member Of True North Church In Wauseon) Chad A. Rhoades, age 46, of rural Delta, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Perrysburg. He was a Senior Electrician with North Star BlueScope Steel in Delta for the past 15 years. Chad was also an eight-year...
Police seek more victims in Lenawee County pastor’s sexual assault case
ADRIAN, Mich. – Police are looking for more potential victims of a religious leader in Adrian who is facing sexual assault charges. Pastor Michael Ronald Goble was arrested Saturday, July 13, and was charged Monday, July 15, with two counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. The incident is being...
Dan Budd appointed to fill vacant school board seat
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. At the June 12, 2024, Manchester Community Schools Regular Board of Education Meeting, the board accepted the resignation of board secretary Jeff White. After posting the opening, receiving applications, and conducting interviews, they selected Dan Budd to fill the vacant seat. Budd will be sworn in as a board member and take his oath of office tonight, Monday, July 15, 2024.
Adrian College Cross Country Team Announces 2024 Season Schedule
ADRIAN, Mich. – The Adrian College cross country team is excited to unveil its highly anticipated schedule for the 2024 season. The Bulldogs will kick off their season in Olivet, Michigan, at the Comet Invite hosted by The University of Olivet on Friday, August 30, at 6:00 p.m. Following this, the team will travel to Wayne State University to compete in the Warrior Challenge on Friday, September 13.
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