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Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Cucumbers Sickens Nearly 450 in Michigan, Other States
A salmonella outbreak tied to cucumbers grown in Florida has sickened about 450 people in Michigan and 30 other states. So far, about 125 people have been hospitalized due to the illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Michigan, nine people have been reported to have...
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has been consistent in addressing '24 presidential run
Even before President Joe Biden's weak debate performance led to calls for him to suspend his campaign and for Gov. Gretchen Whitmer or another rising Democratic star to replace him, Whitmer faced speculation about her potential presidential ambitions to which she's responded that she's focused on leading Michigan. Whitmer has...
Cash program for moms and babies expected to expand across Michigan
A program on a mission to eliminate deep infant poverty by giving cash payments to pregnant moms and babies in Flint is expected to expand to cities across Michigan. Rx Kids, regarded by officials as a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country, provides moms with $1,500 mid-pregnancy for essentials like food, prenatal care, cribs or other needs. Then, after birth, families get $500 a month for the first year of the infant’s life, for $7,500 in total. The no-strings attached program, which does not have income restrictions for eligibility, launched in January.
4 proposals that were axed from Michigan’s budget and 1 controversial agency that survived cuts
After several fits and starts, the Democratic-controlled Michigan Legislature wrapped work last week on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 budget. Most attention has been on education funding, with Republicans objecting to changes in the Michigan Public School Employees’ Retirement System (MPSERS) and some Democrats complaining that accompanying legislation wasn’t transmitted to the Senate before they […] The post 4 proposals that were axed from Michigan’s budget and 1 controversial agency that survived cuts appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Long-time Wauseon coffee shop closing its doors for good
WAUSEON, Ohio — A longtime and beloved Fulton County coffee shop is closing its doors. Red Rambler Coffees, in Wauseon, shared on their Facebook page on Saturday that the business has made the decision to close permanently this weekend. The post went on to say, “we are sorry for...
Tecumseh, Siena Heights grad Shane Lewandowski to lead Lawrence Tech men's lacrosse
LIVONIA — A former Tecumseh and Siena Heights standout is now leading another lacrosse program as Shane Lewandowski was recently named the next head coach of Lawrence Tech men's lacrosse. LTU director of athletics Mary Ann Meltzer tabbed Lewandowski after he served as an assistant this past season under Paul Nemzek, who was 40-37 in his seven seasons as head coach. ...
South Rockwood clips Bedford in key Fair Softball Tournament game
MONROE — South Rockwood played Bedford last summer in the finals of the Monroe County Fair Softball Tournament. The same two teams met Sunday on the opening day of the 50th edition of the county-wide event for 12-under teams. If their back-and-forth thriller is any indication, fans can expect...
Local organizations revamp approaches to youth homelessness
In 2021, a teen girl living in the Port Clinton area walked nearly 40 miles to Safety Net, the only youth shelter in a 120-mile radius. She had been living on the streets and sleeping in abandoned buildings when she saw a news story about Safety Net, said Linda Nordahl, the chief integration officer at Zepf Center who oversees Safety Net. The girl walked all the way to Toledo to seek safety. This teen’s story is a testament to the critical state of youth homelessness in Ohio. In an effort to improve their responses to youth homelessness, the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio and the Toledo Lucas County Homelessness Board applied for a federal grant and received $2 million in June.
Kentucky bourbon maker honors Ottawa Lake veteran, her organization
OTTAWA LAKE — Jamie Paxton and her organization were honored recently by a Kentucky bourbon company. Paxton is a retired Air Force veteran and the founder and executive director of Little Blessings Veteran and Community Outreach. She was one of six U.S. veterans chosen as 2024 American-Made Heroes by Evan Williams Bourbon.
2 Detroit Tigers selected to first all star team
Two Detroit Tigers were selected to their first all star teams. All star team selections were announced on Sunday, and the rosters included two Detroit Tigers players -- pitcher Tarik Skubal and the team’s best hitter, Riley Greene. It’s the first time either of them have been selected to...
Waterford Township man killed in motorcycle crash involving two cars
A motorcycle crash claimed the life of a Waterford Township man. The sheriff’s office said he lost control of his motorcycle while navigating a curve. Two vehicles were involved. The victim was 42 years old.
Detroit police looking for missing 15-year-old girl
DETROIT – Detroit police are searching for a missing 15-year-old girl. Lasiyah Jones was last seen on Saturday, July 6, in the 16500 block of Tuller Street in Detroit. She was last seen wearing a white long sleeve shirt, ‘Adidas’ brand pants, white socks, and bubble slides.
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