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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 man accused of leaving ex-girlfriend in Mercer County over 300 unwanted messages
A Michigan man is accused of leaving his ex-girlfriend in Mercer County hundreds of unwanted messages, as well as stalking her. According to the criminal complaint, the victim told police her ex-boyfriend, identified as 28-year-old Aldo Bardhi, has been stalking her since December of 2023 and leaving her hundreds of unwanted voicemails and text messages.
Netflix to release documentary on Michigan sign stealing scandal
On Monday, Netflix announced the upcoming release of three new additions to their UNTOLD documentary series. Previous editions of the UNTOLD series took a look at key events such as the Malice at the Palace, Manti Teo’s girlfriend controversy, the Tim Donaghy NBA betting scandal, the rise and fall of Johnny Manizel, The BALCO scandal, and a look at the Florida Gators football program under head coach Urban Meyer. In total, over three seasons, Netflix has released 13 documentaries. Of the new additions to the series, one has Big Ten ties. On August 27, Netflix will release “Sign Stealer”, regarding Michigan‘s sign stealing scandal...
Gov. Whitmer On Hulk Hogan Endorsing Donald Trump – ‘I’m An Iron Sheik Fan’
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has shared her support for the Iron Sheik after Hulk Hogan publicly endorsed Donald Trump for President. At the 2024 Republican National Convention, Hogan called Trump his “hero” and endorsed the 78-year-old to be a “real American.”. Appearing in Lansing, Michigan, Whitmer was...
A donor’s heart and lungs gave 2 Michigan women new life
LINDEN, MI - At a heartfelt gathering in Linden, Gloria Kirshman and Carla Bussell met for the first time at Kirshman’s home. Both women share an extraordinary bond, having received life-saving organ transplants from the same donor on the same day. Kirshman, 69, who received a heart transplant, and...
Northern Michigan community plagued by water issues, but help might come from neighbor city
STANDISH TWP, MI – More than 200 homes in Whites Beach dealing with longstanding water concerns will soon be connected to the city of Pinconning’s wastewater treatment plant thanks to a series of grants. Standish Township recently received a $3.3 million grant from the United States Department of...
Victim to receive $400K settlement after former Burton detective used racial slur in assault
BURTON, MI – The City of Burton will pay Anthony Miller a $400,000 settlement after a former Burton detective assaulted him and called him a racial slur during an arrest in 2023. The settlement agreement was reached between victim Anthony Miller, and his attorney Tom Pabst, and the City...
Ithaca woman charged for allegedly embezzling money from vulnerable adult
LANSING, Mich. – A Michigan woman is facing a felony charge for allegedly embezzling money from a vulnerable adult in her care. Cheryl Colburn, 65, of Ithaca, was arraigned on Monday in the 64B District Court in Stanton before Magistrate Brian G. Wagner on one count of Embezzlement from a Vulnerable Adult, $1,000 - $20,000, a 5-year felony, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Colburn, who was serving as the professional guardian and conservator of the victim, allegedly kept the victim’s property for her own benefit.
Family Reunion: Watch Michigan Organ Recipients Meet Donor’s Family
A very special - and unique - family reunion took place in Linden, as two families had the opportunity to meet the family of a woman who helped give their loved ones new life. Suzanne Karrer died suddenly of a brain aneurysm. She was just 53 years old. Her husband...
Crusaders for Children Michigan to hold Family Fun Day to unite the community
A family- oriented event will be held this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Covenant Hills Camp and Retreat in Otisville. The festivities are being sponsored by The Crusaders for Children Michigan, along with help from many local businesses. The non-profit organization was originally scheduled to participate in the Blueberry Festival in Otter Lake this weekend but opted to withdraw. Several vendors quickly followed suit after learning of the circumstances which were reported on earlier this week by the Tribune; the Crusaders then quickly went to work to secure a new location.
Michigan Expecting Bitter Cold Temperatures In Extended Forecast
Many Michigan residents want to hang on to summer as long as possible to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather. But, for those who are anticipating the fall season and cooler temps, they may be here soon. And it could feel more like winter than fall in Michigan as bitterly cold weather is expected to grip the Great Lakes state this season.
Whitmer signs bill modifying medically frail parole options into law
(The Center Square) – Severely health-compromised prisoners in Michigan will have more care placement options under a new law signed by the governor Tuesday. “This aligns with Gov. Whitmer’s prioritization of criminal justice reform by promoting humane treatment for corrected individuals, which can lead to better outcomes for both prisoners and the broader Michigan community,” the governor’s office said in a statement. The new law addresses implementation issues of the...
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