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Here’s what’s happening this weekend in west Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – The weather is supposed to be beautiful this weekend, so it’s great time to head to the lakeshore, play golf, or maybe do some camping. Rev your engines because there’s two big events. Rebel Road is already underway and will run through Sunday on Western Avenue, and Muskegon Bike Time is today at Hot Rod Harley-Davidson on Shoreline Drive.
For TV star Hill Harper, Michigan’s U.S. Senate race may be toughest role
Detroit actor Hill Harper boasts celebrity backing but is struggling to break through in Michigan race for U.S. Senate. In the Democratic primary, U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin has dominated the fundraising race on Harper and aired three TV ads. Harper hopes to appeal to people who ‘are not necessarily your...
Napoleon man to serve up to 30 years in crash that killed passenger
MONROE — A Napoleon, Ohio, man will spend up to 30 years in prison for the death of a woman who was a passenger in his car when he fled police and crashed. Kim Lynn Fitch, Jr., 32, was sentenced Thursday by Circuit Judge William Paul Nichols to 13 to 30 years for involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving causing death and 17 to 30 years as a fourth felony habitual offender for first degree fleeing and eluding police officers. His sentences will run concurrently. Lesley Rosales, 46, of Leipsic, Ohio, died as a result of the injuries she sustained when Fitch crashed into a utility pole at Monroe and Tecumseh streets in Dundee, Mich., as he was fleeing police.
Michigan takes to the skies with multi-million dollar drone investment
(The Center Square) – Michigan invested more than $6 million toward researching drone technology across the state. Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist announced four different Advanced Aerial Mobility projects will receive a total of $6.25 million in funding. BETA Technologies, Michigan Central, Skyports and Traverse Connect are all recipients of the drone research money. “These investments create high-tech jobs, grow cutting-edge businesses, and enhance quality of life for our residents,” Gilchrist...
Michigan Location Once Again Crowned the Most Educated City in the Country
For multiple years running, one Michigan city has been getting praised as the most educated in the U.S. - Well, it's done it again!. Wallethub sought to find the most and least educated locations in the country. The finance publication compared 150 of the largest metropolitan areas, assessing them on...
Inmates impacted by staffing shortage in Michigan prisons
Mich. (WJRT) - Inmates in the Michigan Department of Corrections are voicing concerns about a staffing crisis in state prisons. ABC 12 reported on July 3rd that Michigan Corrections Officers called on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to mobilize the state's National Guard to help with staffing. The corrections officers' union said...
Man convicted of murdering 3-year-old in Sylvania
TOLEDO, Ohio — A Lucas County jury on Friday convicted a man of murdering a 3-year-old in October 2022. Michael Kitto was found guilty of one count each of aggravated murder, murder, felonious assault and endangering children for the death of Declan Hill in Sylvania, according to a press release from the Lucas County Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
'Thunder Over Michigan' Air Show returns to the skies over Ypsilanti this weekend
Pilot Eli Sanchez shows off his 50th Anniversary Demo Team jacket at Willow Run Airport. The Ann Arbor Art Fair isn’t the only major event taking place in Washtenaw County. The annual Thunder Over Michigan Air Show is being held this weekend over the skies of Willow Run. The...
10 most expensive homes sold in Washtenaw County, July 8-14
A house in Ann Arbor that sold for $1.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Washtenaw County in the past week. In total, 102 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $454,837. The average price per square foot ended up at $270.
Meet an artist who was named Best In Show
At the Ann Arbor Art Fair this year, you can meet Richard Wilson. He was named Best In Show in 2023 for the State Street District Art Fair. He has special inspiration in all of his work, and the story behind one piece may bring you to tears. Click the...
Dry weather continues Friday, and a look ahead at our evening newscasts
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Our stretch of dry weather will continue heading into the weekend but rain chances will return by the middle of next week. First Alert Meteorologist Colton Cichoracki shares the dry and sunny forecast heading into the weekend. Plus, Taylor Gattoni previews Studio 10, First at 4, and our 90 minutes of news.
Chelsea Residents Push Back Against Extending Noise Ordinance Hours
At the July 15, 2024, City Council meeting, Chelsea’s Downtown Development Authority recommended extending the city’s noise ordinance from 10 p.m. to midnight, a move some businesses support but concerns some residents. “This is not just about downtown, this is about the community as a whole (and) providing...
Michigan Recruiting Insider: U-M a factor for 5-star WRs; steps up NIL; Babalola’s timeline & more
Every week TMI's Sam Webb, Steve Lorenz, Brice Marich come together for a podcast called 'The Michigan Recruiting Insider.' Each show offers a deep dive into Michigan football and basketball recruiting, with unmatched insight and intel on the Wolverines targets and recruiting strategies. Sam, Steve, and Brice focus on all the hot topics and pressing questions regarding Michigan football recruiting.
Dapper Man Moves to Downtown Location 7-19-2024 | Photo Gallery
Dapper Man, a men’s hair styling salon moved to their new downtown location, the Beffel Building at 208 S. Jackson Street. Dapper Man opened in 2018 at 200 E. Trail Street. This week the salon moved to a newly renovated space in the former Beffel’s Lighting store. The salon is by appointment only and staffed by Owner-Director Bradley Brow and Stylist Peter Huver. 7-19-2024. Photos by Jeff Steers and Bart Hawley, JTV.
Tribute to Jim Judge at the Michigan Theatre Saturday
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM, Greg O’Connor) — Memory lane will be on fire Saturday afternoon and well into the evening at the Michigan Theatre in Jackson. Former Jacksonian, now a highly successful California businessman, Greg Dixon, is sponsoring “A Tribute to Jackson Rock Music Legend Jim Judge” and “Toad.” The event is a jam session of Jackson all-stars and will start up at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 20.
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