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Nine birdies good for first-round lead in Michigan PGA Tournament of Champions
Hudsonville’s Tom Werkmeister made nine birdies against one bogey en route to a score of 8-under-par 64 Monday and the first round lead in the Michigan PGA Tournament of Champions on the Alpine Course at Boyne Mountain Resort. The tournament is for winners of significant Michigan championships. That includes...
The Gravesite of Michigan Radio Legend J.P. McCarthy
J.P. McCarthy was born in New York City in March 1933. He went into the army when he was 20 years old and it was during his stint that he became interested in radio broadcasting. After his discharge, he moved to Michigan, where he settled in Flint. He acquired a job at WTAC (“Wee-tac”) but that wasn't enough. He would travel down to Detroit and look for work at WJR, where he was finally given an audition. He was hired as an announcer in 1956.
Scoop: Sen. Gary Peters emerges as VP dark horse
Organized labor is leading a quiet push for Vice President Kamala Harris to consider Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) as her running mate, Axios has learned. Why it matters: Michigan is viewed as a must-win battleground state for Democrats, and strong support from unions could make Peters an attractive strategic option for Harris.
Governor approves $1.6M for tornado cleanup in Southwest Michigan
PORTAGE, MI -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer approved about $1.6 million to help with the recovery from tornadoes in Southwest Michigan, as part of a larger award announced by the governor’s office. Whitmer announced on Monday, July 29, that millions of dollars will be sent to Southwest Michigan and other...
Detroit man charged after Facebook Marketplace sale ends with murder in Genesee County
FENTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (FOX 2) - A Detroit man didn't get rid of the evidence after authorities say he robbed and killed a man in Fenton Township earlier this month. Omar Brogdon, 29, is charged with first-degree murder, felony murder, armed robbery, and three counts felony firearm stemming from the death of Orhan Hosic. He is being held without bond.
From Convict to Cop: Jelly Roll Officially Sworn in as Sheriff’s Deputy [Watch]
Jelly Roll has been honest about his past issues — including a felony conviction and struggling with drug addiction — and how he turned his life around through music. The meteoric rise of his career into a country superstar is a testament to second chances, and his recent recognition by a Michigan Sheriff's Department further shows that, while difficult, changing your life is possible.
Garber Auto acquires Hagen Ford in Bay City
BAY CITY, Mich. - The Garber Automotive Group has announced its acquisition of Hagen Ford in Bay City, Michigan. Effective Monday, July 29th, Hagen Ford will now be Garber Ford Bay City. This will be the 25th franchised new car dealership to join the Garber family and the eighth Garber...
Saginaw man pleads to killing girlfriend on reservation land, wounding infant daughter
BAY CITY, MI — In a fit of rage, a Saginaw man grabbed a handgun and shot his girlfriend multiple times as she held their infant daughter. The bullets killed the mother, while her daughter was left wounded, but alive. Having newly admitted to firing the rounds, the killer...
Bay County Sheriff’s Office gets AED donation after sergeant's close call
BAY COUNTY, MI – A local ambulance service recently donated an AED to the Bay County Sheriff’s Office, a donation that comes months after the life of one of the agency’s own was possibly saved through the use of the device. Medstar, an ambulance company providing services...
Flint Native Claressa Shields Wins Title With TKO in Detroit in Second Round
Flint native Claressa Shields, 29, captured the vacant WBO light heavyweight title and the WBC heavyweight championship Saturday night in the second round with a TKO victory over Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse in downtown Detroit, ESPN Sports reports. ESPN reports:. Shields (15-0, 3 KOs) moved up to capture a world title in...
Swing state governors Shapiro and Whitmer rally Philadelphia-area voters for a Harris presidency
LOWER GWYNEDD TWP. — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer rallied Democrats at a suburban Philadelphia high school as Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign entered its first full week Monday. Shapiro and Whitmer, both prospects to be Harris’ running mate, told the crowd of more than 1,000 at Wissahickon High School […]
Four Upper Peninsula Communities Approved For Firefighter Equipment Grants
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is pleased to announce the award of $14,926,451 in grant funds to 187 fire and safety agencies across the state. These funds will be used to purchase an additional set of turnout gear for full-time career firefighters, enhancing their safety and readiness as they serve our communities.