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Jeopardy! host Ken Jennings kicking off 70th Port Huron Town Hall season
PORT HURON — A former contestant and current major gameshow host will kick off this year’s Port Huron Town Hall events next month for the speaker series’ 70th season. According to a news release, Ken Jennings, whose long winning streak on Jeopardy! and involvement with the show preceded his eventual inheritance of host...
Mount Clemens's Victory Inn Demolished to Make Way for New Affordable Housing Development
In a pivotal maneuver addressing urban decay and the pressing need for affordable housing, the dilapidated Victory Inn in Mount Clemens has been torn down. Reported by WWJ's Charlie Langton and observed by residents, this site was once a nexus for criminal activities including drug trafficking and prostitution. According to WWJ, the former Victory Inn had been an eyesore and a trouble spot for years prior to its demolition on Tuesday.
Watch This Alien-Like Bug Crawl Across a Michigan Man’s Floor
There’s no doubt that Michigan is home to countless weird and creepy bugs. However, it seems rare to come across one that you’ve never encountered before in your life. Simon Rix of Shelby Township shared a video he took of a strange bug crawling across his floor the other day. It was unlike anything he had ever seen before. Honestly, it's like nothing I've ever seen either. It’s a white bug with what looks like four legs that move in a unique fashion. Its body appears to be covered in a material resembling children's Playfoam.
Drunk driving suspect rams 2 police cars, nearly runs down bystanders in Shelby Township
FOX 2 (WJBK) - A drunk driving suspect left a trail of destruction hitting vehicles including two police cruisers - even nearly running down civilians - according to Shelby Township police. Madisyn Forsyth, 33, was arrested for operating while intoxicated, fleeing and eluding police and felonious assault with a dangerous...
US road rage shootings soar by 400% in under a decade
WASHINGTON (TND) — Road rage shootings are on the rise in the U.S., according to a recent analysis from The Trace, an organization dedicated to reporting on gun violence. The report shows the number of people shot in road rage incidents increased from 92 in 2014 to 481 in 2023, a more than 400% increase. The incidents led to 777 deaths.
Ira Township sees improvements, new features
Improvements and new features are coming to Ira Township and Ira Parks and Recreation. In 2022, Ira Township purchased a 99-acre parcel near its existing municipal park, which spans from Short Cut Road to M-29. The township is working with the Community Foundation of St. Clair County and consultants Kim Harmer and Nancy Winzer for design and engineering.
St. Clair County Quilt Trail expanding
The St. Clair County Quilt Trail continues to grow throughout the county, now with 26 blocks. A quilt trail is a series of painted wood or metal quilt square blocks that are hung on buildings or free standing. They are placed along a route emphasizing local architecture, history or significant landscapes or properties. The St. Clair County Quilt Trail is one of 22 trails in the state of Michigan and has created many colorful and meaningful quilt blocks that are on display locally in Algonac and on Harsens Island, as well as in Clay, Cottrellville, Columbus and Emmett townships.
These Have Been Crowned the Best Michigan Gas Station Restaurants
When you picture gas station food, you might think of stale sandwiches and overcooked hot dogs - well, these Michigan joints are offering up WAY more than that! Two Michigan eateries have been ranked among the 31 best gas station restaurants in the nation. Foodie publication Lovefood.com sought out the...
Lapeer fire crews responded to an 'electrical incident' at Meijer
LAPEER, Mich. (WJRT) - The Lapeer Fire & Rescue team responded to the Meijer in Lapeer for an "electrical incident." Fire crews arrived at the store Thursday morning but left just after noon. Meijer is believed to be out of power until the electrical issues get resolved. According to the...
General Dynamics Receives $174M Army Contract for Stryker Vehicle Retrofit, Repair
General Dynamics‘ land systems business has secured a $174.4 million contract from the U.S. Army to retrofit and repair the service branch’s Stryker family of vehicles. The Department of Defense said Wednesday General Dynamics Land Systems’ work under the cost-plus-fixed fee contract will run through Feb. 28, 2029.
Clinton Township, MI USA
Took a friend to the hospital for a medical procedure and walked outside to sit on a bench to read and the heart was laying there waiting for me. Definitely brought a smile to my face. Certainly brightened my day especially since I am a quilter.
Man sentenced for murder in Sterling Heights OWI crash that killed teenager
STERLING HEIGHTS – A man involved in a Sterling Heights crash that resulted in the death of a teenage boy has been sentenced to decades behind bars. The crash happened July 3, 2021. Police 17-year-old Patryk Koziol, 17, was driving west on 18 Mile Road when he was struck by a northbound vehicle in the intersection with Van Dyke Avenue. He was rushed to the Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, where he died.
Butzel Law Firm in Troy Adds Attorney Specializing in Growth, Protection of Finances
The Butzel law firm in Troy has added attorney and shareholder Randi G. Hermiz, who focuses his practice on matters relating to strategic growth and protection of personal and business finances. From guiding emerging companies to facilitating complex commercial transactions, Hermiz represents individuals and small- and medium-sized businesses in a...
Abdu Murray Speaks on the Kingdom View of Identity at Rockpointe Community Church
Join us Sunday, August 4 at Rockpointe Community Church in Sterling heights as Abdu Murray examines Biblical identity and its intent and purpose from God’s standpoint, in contrast to how contemporary society might view different groundings for identity. Sunday, August 4, 2024 at 9 and 11 am. 38100 Utica...
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