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500 bikers travel through Michigan to raise PTSD awareness
NEWBERRY, Mich. (WLUC)—American Legion bikers from the U.P. and Michigan’s Lower Peninsula stopped at Newberry on Saturday as part of the From Hell to Paradise Ride. The goal is to raise awareness of PTSD in first responders and veterans. About 500 riders met for lunch at Newberry’s American Legion. Event organizer Scott Igo said the trip perfectly represents PTSD.
Over $1.5 million raised in Wish-A-Mile Bicycle Tour for Make-A-Wish children
Cyclists and volunteers alike gathered for Make-A-Wish Michigan's 37th annual Wish-A-Mile Bicycle Tour fundraiser. Saturday's event was the second leg of a 300 mile journey cyclists took part in to raise money to make the wishes of critically ill children come true. Music: Kalamazoo Blues Festival marks 30th year of...
Should Michigan Consider this Controversial Colorado Incentive To Clean Up Trash?
As a new mom, I take a ton of walks around my neighborhood in Grand Rapids. My son loves to see the birds, flowers, and trees along the way. But the one thing that bums me out is when we see tons of litter all over the roadways by our home.
Michigan Hospital Named One of the Best for Cancer Treatment in U.S.
When facing a cancer diagnosis, choosing the right hospital can make all the difference. America is home to some of the best cancer treatment centers globally, offering cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking research, and compassionate care. So how do you go about finding the very best in cancer care? The U.S. News...
$3 million worth of free backpacks being given away at Verizon stores in West MI
MICHIGAN, USA — Verizon Wireless Stores in West Michigan are giving away $3 million worth of free backpacks on Sunday in hopes of easing the financial burden of going back to school. Round Room LLC, a Verizon-authorized retailer, is hosting the annual event, "School Rocks Backpack Giveaway," for the...
U-M study: Even slightly elevated systolic blood pressure pushes up stroke risk by 20%
If your systolic blood pressure — the top number of your blood pressure reading — consistently edges above normal, new research from the University of Michigan suggests you're at an increased risk for stroke. A study published in JAMA Open Network found that if a person's systolic blood pressure hovers 10 points above the 120 mmHg threshold over a sustained period of time, that person's risk for ischemic stroke is 20% higher and the chances of an...
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
Michigan One Of Nation’s Best For Middle Class Home Buyers
The home buying scene has not been great to those that have become adults in the last 15 years as the market continues to rise with no imminent crash in sight. For some young adults owning their own home is something they feel could never happen while others are clinging on to their houses because it's too expensive to move in the current housing climate.
Five Michigan universities to provide stipends for social work students
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced on Monday they will be partnering with five universities to provide stipends to social workers. The initiative is part of the Title IV-E education programs, a federally-funded program that provides administrative and training funds to universities and child welfare workers.
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