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Father and son die in crash returning from soccer tournament
Aug. 23, 2024 PLYMOUTH VOICE. A Go-Fund-Me account has been established to help the survivors of a horrific car crash that occurred last weekend, claiming the lives of a Plymouth father, his youngest son and critically injuring his wife. According to the latest posted information, Dan and Anna Hordov of...
DNR and MSU Release 500 Baby Sturgeon in Michigan River
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Michigan State University recently released 500 sturgeon fingerlings in another river. Lake sturgeon are native fish in the Great Lakes they look prehistoric and can grow to 6 feet long and weigh 100 pounds. Now that's what I call a whopper!. Lake Sturgeon...
What’s the REAL Cost of Raising a Child in Michigan?
Did you factor back to school supplies in there too?. Household budgets are feeling the strain as children across Michigan prepare to head back to school. Between supplies, lunches, extracurriculars, and healthcare-- what's the real cost of raising a child here in Michigan?. I mean, can you put a price...
Which Natural Disasters Are Most Likely in Michigan?
MIchigan has had its fair share of disasters over time. Recently, several tornadoes have torn their way through the Great Lakes State, and we've felt a few increased rumbles from earthquakes, too. Going back even FURTHER in time, Michigan was home to one of the LARGEST LAVA FLOWS to have ever happened on Earth.
That time hundreds of gerbils and hamsters took over a Michigan airport
LANSING, Mich. – What’s the weirdest thing that delayed you or put you behind on something?. A friend of mine once had a hot air balloon land on the road in front of him. I got hit by a truck tire on 696 (it wasn’t great). A few years ago, my dad and I were heading up to the U.P. for his birthday and someone called in a bomb threat that closed the Mackinac Bridge for several hours (also wasn’t great).
Central State leads $5M grant to grow vegetables, fruit more sustainably
Central State University is recruiting farmers for a $5 million federal grant to grow higher yields of fruit and vegetables while lowering planet warming emissions. The $5 million grant for the program was the highest dollar amount offered by the from the United States Department of Agriculture. Program leaders are...
Beware: Dangerous Virus Now Confirmed In More Michigan Counties
Michigan has seen a steady increase in upper respiratory illness as the seasons change. However, health officials warn Michigan residents to protect themselves against a dangerous virus, and cases of the virus are rising in the Great Lakes state. Dangerous Virus Now Confirmed In More Michigan Counties. According to the...
The Violent Crime Rate In Michigan May Surprise You
Crime rates have been on the rise since the 1980s or 1990s and haven't slowed down in most states but this is for a multitude of reasons. Nonetheless, the surprising thing about these crime rates is that they are in very concentrated areas as the suburban neighborhoods continue to have lower crime rates. Either way, many residents think Michigan is a safer state than most and that may not be true.
Eight Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates Programs in Region Six Exceed Rigorous National Outcome Metrics
FLINT, Mich. — With youth disconnection on the rise, a population that’s getting older and has less formal education, Youth Solutions stands on the forefront to combat the issues facing Michigan through their leading program, Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates. (JMG). After a record-breaking year serving 5,041 youth...
Helmet decor helps motivate Bay City Western to bring out its best
AUBURN, MI – A quarter-sized sticker made Brody Reder’s day. It was like a pat on the back, a thumb’s up and an approving nod from the coach rolled into one. And the Bay City Western senior could proudly affix it to his football helmet for all to see.
Bay City steakhouse closing at end of August, owners say
BAY CITY, MI – An Uptown Bay City restaurant is closing its doors at the end of the month, according to an announcement posted on social media Thursday, Aug. 22. Officials with Costela Brazilian Steak House, 110 Uptown Dr., said in a Facebook post the restaurant will be closing Aug. 29.
Grand Blanc native is first to cross finish line in Crim Festival of Races 10-mile run
FLINT, MI – A 40-year-old runner from Grand Blanc won the HAP CareSource Crim Festival of Races 10-mile run in downtown Flint today. Joel Conn, competing in the USA Track and Field 10-mile Masters Championships, was the first runner to cross the finish line in the 10-mile race. Conn...
Whitmer's pink lipstick from The Lip Bar in Detroit goes viral after DNC speech
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivered a bold speech with a bold smile at the 2024 Democratic National Convention Thursday night, but all the buzz swirling on social media was about her popping pink lip color. The liquid lipstick is from The Lip Bar in Detroit. It was formerly known as Playmate, but is now dubbed "Big Gretch" -- after the Michigan governor.
A Nice Summertime Weekend is in Store
Temperatures Friday began in the 50s, which is a little bit warmer than the past few mornings. As a result, temperatures during the afternoon were a little warmer even though we had more cloud cover overhead. Overnight, we'll have partly cloudy skies and a light southwesterly breeze. Temperatures will bottom-out in the 50s.
Flint could restart credit card payments next week following ransomware attack
FLINT, MI -- The city hopes to restore its ability to accept payments by credit card and through its online portal as early as next week, the first time officials have made such a service restoration forecast since a ransomware attack last week. “The city of Flint has made progress...
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