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There’s a college football player whose last name is the full name of a former Eagles quarterback
If you saw Carson Wentz at last night’s Michigan State vs. Florida Atlantic game, no you didn’t. That was actually Jack Carson-Wentz, the team’s long snapper who somehow has the last name of the full name of the former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback. Strange!. Here’s more on the...
‘What’s up Scumbags?!’ Lansing Man Tells City Council How He Really Feels
They say it's important to be passionate and active in your community. But, I think when people say that, they're referring to the community's average, everyday, common-sense citizen. You know, people who pick up after their dogs on walks, and volunteer for the PTP without being a 'Venmo Parent'. However,...
WATCH: Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy throws shade at Michigan
The 2024 college football season is off and running and yet many are still looking back at 2023. Why? Because of the cloud of controversy left by the Michigan Wolverines and the sign stealing scandal that left a bad taste with most fans outside of Ann Arbor. There have been...
UM kicks off football season with alcohol sales in the Big House
(CBS DETROIT) — Saturday marked the first day that University of Michigan football fans can buy alcohol in the Big House. The University Board of Regents approved a class C liquor license earlier this year-- that allows the sale of beer, wine and mixed drinks within the UM football stadium. The change garnered a mix of reactions on Saturday. "I just don't see it as being a good idea, I'm more of a traditionalist when it comes to college football especially," said John Pagel, who was tailgating on Saturday. "People get to have their fun and tailgate and then go enjoy the game...
Dozens more public EV chargers coming to Ann Arbor with $2.8M federal grant
ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor is getting $2.8 million to roll out dozens more electric vehicle chargers around town. The U.S. Department of Transportation announced it’s awarding over $521 million in grants nationwide to help communities strategically deploy publicly accessible EV chargers and alternative fueling infrastructure. If...
University of Michigan athletic department finds new retailer
(CBS DETROIT) — The University of Michigan athletic department has a new retailer.In a release Saturday, the athletic department said they've entered into a 10-year partnership with Legends Global Merchandise.The university says "Legends will have exclusive rights to manage, operate, sell and distribute all Michigan-licensed merchandise."The "official team store" will continue under the M Den name. The university says they're also working to find a new off-campus location.The former M Den owners, Heritage Collegiate Apparel, filed for bankruptcy earlier this month. The company also shut down three of its locations and said employees were offered positions at its remaining locations. It's unknown if the closed locations will reopen.
Two Dundee teachers make 'pinky promise' to retire together
DUNDEE — Twenty-eight years ago, Dundee Community Schools landed two elementary school teachers, Regina Lein and Wendy Spotts, who have dedicated their years to teaching. The pair have become best friends. “We have a pinky swear," Regina Lein said. "The day we decide to retire — we go out together.” ...
Army Veteran Gordon Boettcher, Ann Arbor Teacher, Coaches Huron Tennis to 4 State Titles
E. Gordon Boettcher, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on August 27, 2024 to his “mansion over the hilltop”. Gordon (or Gordy, as he was known) was born in Stockton, California on August 25, 1935, however he spent most of his life in Michigan. He was the son of Julius and Lydia (Wolfram) Boettcher and he was the youngest son of eight children, also the last sibling to pass away.
Slow Start Dooms Bulldogs in Season Opener
It was a slow start to a new era for Chelsea football Thursday night when the Bulldogs fell to Grand Rapids Northview 31-14. Things did not go well in the Bulldogs first game under new head coach Noah Dean. Northview struck first and the Bulldogs were pinned deep in their...
Hundreds show up for Corunna Car Show
CORUNNA, Mich. (WLNS) — From muscle cars to hot rods, there was a car to delight anyone on display Saturday at the 35th Annual End of Summer Corunna Car Show. The event drew over 300 entries, competing for awards including “Best in Show,” and audience choice. The event went from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. […]
Washtenaw County encourages precaution after West Nile found in Ypsilanti
The Washtenaw County Health Department encouraged residents to take extra caution in preventing mosquito bites in September, after testing revealed an increased presence of the West Nile Virus in several mosquitoes and birds around Ypsilanti. Susan Ringler-Cerniglia, communications and community health promotion advisor for the Washtenaw County Health Department, said...
SEMCOG Members Visit Downtown Howell
SEMCOG visited downtown Howell this month as part of a member meet-up event showcasing various projects and vibrant community spaces. The event featured a walking tour of downtown Howell, with members exploring multiple locations and learning about the city’s placemaking efforts. Tour highlights included Summit Gardens next to the...
Goal-line stand seals debut win for first-year Lincoln football coach
MILAN – Tyrese French wasn’t going to let his new head coach down. The Ypsilanti Lincoln linebacker wanted to give Andrew Dillon his first victory in his debut against Milan on Friday and made the key play to make it happen. If you purchase a product or register...
College football personality calls out rule amid MSU opener against FAU
Much of Spartan nation spent their time yelling at their televisions over the same thing, the FAU QB Cam Fancher sliding late on every scramble. The late slides caused MSU to take several penalties, and it overall was a dangerous play. College football media personality Bud Elliot noted this problem,...
Sterling Heights Man arrested after crashing head-on with Michigan State Police car
(CBS DETROIT) — A Sterling Heights man was arrested Sunday morning after he crashed head-on into a Michigan State Police patrol car.Michigan State Police said a trooper was stopped at a red light at the intersection of East Davidson Street and McNichols Road when the Sterling Heights man, 40, hit the patrol car head-on.There were no injuries. The patrol car had to be towed from the crash scene.Police said troopers arrested the 40-year-old after they alleged he was under the influence of an unknown substance. The man was evaluated by a drug recognition expert and a blood sample was taken before being placed in a detention center.A prosecutor is reviewing the incident.Last month, a Michigan State Police patrol car was hit while traffic was being ramped off Southfield freeway due to flooding. No one was injured.
Kathryn Kresse nets hat trick as Knights roll past Albion, 8-1
ALBION, Mich. – The Carleton College women's soccer team cruised to an 8-1 victory at Albion College in the middle match of the Knights' three-game Michigan road trip. Kathryn Kresse got the Knights rolling early, posting her first career hat trick, with all three goals coming in the first 17 minutes of the contest.
Dangerous heat in West Michigan, fire in downtown Kalamazoo, and more top stories
Below are News Channel 3's top, local stories from this past week. Michigan Supreme Court ruling could close 1 in 5 restaurants, according to experts. A statistic from the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association predicts that 1 in 5 restaurants are at risk of being shut down as a result of a recent Michigan Supreme Court Ruling.
McCarron Rebounds From Crash to Win at Butler
QUINCY, MI (August 31, 2024) — The last time the sprint cars competed at Butler Motor Speedway two weeks ago Dan McCarron’s race car landed in a crumpled heap after flipping down the front stretch. Saturday McCarron bounced back from that accident by leading all 25-laps in route to the feature victory.
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