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Nick Saban recalls an awkward, funny moment recruiting Mark Ingram from Flint to Alabama
Mark Ingram would eventually become Nick Saban’s first Heisman Trophy winner, when the running back took home the award in 2009 at Alabama. But before that, Saban had a nervous moment in the Ingram living room during a recruiting visit, when he didn’t quite know who he was sitting across from.
DePerno, who challenged 2020 election, drops Michigan high court bid as nominating conventions meet
FLINT, Mich. (AP) — The race among Republicans for Michigan’s state Supreme Court has been shaken up by attorney Matthew DePerno ‘s decision to drop out hours before his party’s nominating convention on Saturday. DePerno said in a Friday night statement that his decision was based...
The State of Foster Care Up North: "We Just Don't Have Enough Homes"
Foster care organizations advocate for better mental health care and more foster parents. It's no secret that the U.S. needs more foster parents. The Michigan foster care network alone comprises about 10,000 children. Though the state has made some recent strides—1,600 children were adopted in 2021, and as of late...
Red tag, Largest discount outlet in Michigan opens in Metro Detroit Friday
A new massive outlet will be opening in Metro Detroit: Red Tag Outlet. @getredtagofficial. The 45,000 foot former Gardner-White location, will carry a wide variety of overstock, surplus and returned items from Target at significantly reduced prices. Items include electronics,clothing, home goods and much more. Oakland Mall Owner Mario Kieziand...
Crim Festival of Races kicks off with inspirational stories and determination
FLINT, MI — Excitement filled the air as participants gathered for the highly anticipated Michigan Mile, the first event in the 46th annual HAP Crim Festival of Races. Runners, walkers, and their supporters came together to celebrate fitness, perseverance, and community spirit. One group of racers has been preparing...
A popular Flint based Children's Cooking Class is expanding to West Michigan
The Culture Matters Children's Cooking Class is now being offered in Kalamazoo. The classes are designed for children 8-17 years-old and focus on teaching beginner culinary techniques, healthy eating habits and essential life skills in a fun, hands-on environment. The classes not only provide children with culinary skills but introduce...
Walmart and Target Announce Great News For Michigan Shoppers
So let's be real for a second, shall we? Target is clearly superior to Walmart but each has its things that keep it amongst the best in the retail business. Walmart has almost 5 times as many locations in the US than Target and their customer turnover shows that as well. Target gets over 30 million customers per week but Walmart blows them out of the water with over 37 million customers daily.
VP nominee Sen. JD Vance to address economy, inflation in fourth Michigan rally
BIG RAPIDS, Mich. — In his fourth visit to the Great Lakes State, Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance (R - Ohio) is set to rally in Mecosta County next week. Hosting a rally in Big Rapids, Mich., Vance is anticipated to discuss the economy, inflation and manufacturing with voters Tuesday afternoon, according to organizers.
Storied Two Hearted River gets 21st century update in new book
For Traverse City’s Bob Otwell, part of Michigan’s allure is its abundance of special places, and primary among them is the Upper Peninsula’s “wild and isolated” Two Hearted River watershed. That’s where Otwell and family have had a cabin called “Boggy’s Camp” for over 30...
18-year-old arrested in Ohio in connection to a deadly shooting in Beecher
LIMA, Ohio (WJRT) - A man who is a suspect in a homicide in the Beecher area was arrested Friday morning in Lima, Ohio. U.S. Marshals arrested an 18-year-old man at a gas station in Lima. They arrested him as he had a warrant in Flint for the fatal shooting in the Beecher area on June 25.
New Community Foundation of Greater Flint charitable fund honors ‘Drubbler’ Riley McLincha
FLINT, MI – For the first time in more than 40 years, Crim racers will not hear basketballs bouncing beside them when “Drubbler” Riley McLincha runs by. The Clio man famous for dribbling three basketballs while running in 46 consecutive Crim races died in June. He was 73 years old.
Cameras captured Flint man locking up Saginaw store after allegedly killing clerk, father of 6
SAGINAW, MI — One night in late April, Tyrone L. “Orange” Cannady was closing down the Saginaw party store he worked at, counting change from the till. When a friend appeared at the locked door, Cannady let him in, having waited on him earlier in the day.
DEA campaign tackles rise of drug misuse among college students
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — As the start of college semesters approaches, the Drug Enforcement Administration, or DEA, Detroit Field Division is working to prevent drug abuse and misuse. Friday, the agency launched a campaign focused on college campuses in Michigan, Ohio and their surrounding communities. Crime: Galesburg killer to walk...
Congressman Dan Kildee’s nephew who is accused of killing his dad directs outburst at judge
FLINT, MI – Minutes into his sister’s testimony about the events leading up to the shooting death of his father, Timothy John Kildee interrupted the court, blasted profanities at the judge and was removed from a hearing in his case. The 27-year-old is accused of killing his father,...
Jackson County woman wins $4 million on instant lottery ticket
Was a big Michigan Lottery win a gift from beyond? A Jackson County woman thinks so. The woman, 48, recently won $4 million on a World Class Millions instant game — and she thinks it could be a gift from her deceased dad. ...
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