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Grand Blanc parks millage could appear on November ballot
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (WNEM) - Some parks in Grand Blanc could be getting a much-needed facelift. The Grand Blanc City Council approved a millage to go to the county clerk for the November ballot. “We haven’t had a parks millage since the early 2000s. Parks are becoming more expensive and...
Flint native Jaquan McElroy gets set for pro boxing debut at LCA
FLINT, Mich. - Claressa Shields won't be the only Flint native on the card for Saturday's boxing event at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Jaquan McElroy will be in action for his first-ever professional fight. McElroy says he's been boxing since he was 11 years old, which has allowed him...
Suspected overdose of homeless man in Dearborn Heights places new focus on treatment
DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. (FOX 2) - A homeless man was found dead Thursday morning in Dearborn Heights. Police suspect he died from a drug overdose, but are still awaiting the toxicology and autopsy reports. Dearborn Heights police received a call regarding a dead body around 10:45 a.m, according to the...
Canton residents say refuse service is garbage; Priority Waste vows to do better
CANTON TWP. — Residents can expect trash, recyclables and yard waste to be picked up on time, every week, starting Monday, July 29. That was the promise from Priority Waste representatives who appeared Tuesday, July 23, at the Canton Township Board of Trustees meeting to explain weeks of missed pickups and poor communication while also assuring the township would see better service going forward.
Fowlerville native to compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Gold is the goal for Fowlerville’s own Adam Coon, who will be grappling for gold for Team USA in Paris. The 29-year-old University of Michigan grad won the 130-kilogram Greco-Roman wrestling event at the Olympic trials. He’ll join four other Wolverine wrestlers who will compete in Paris.
The City of Linden pack care packages for troops in honor of former Chief of Police
LINDEN, Mich.— Former Police Chief Pete Van Driessche's legacy was honored with the Miracle Boxes packaged by community. The City of Linden held a packing party to package Miracle Boxes for troops all over the world. Tonight's packing party was held to in honor of former Linden Chief of...
London Strong Foundation hosts 5K to raise funds to get more AEDs into the community
GRAND BLANC, Mich.— The London Strong Foundation held its 7th annual 5K run/walk. The London Strong "Set Your Dreams" 5K Run/Walk was held in Grand Blanc. The proceeds from the 5K will be used to get more AEDs into the community and bring awareness to heart conditions. Thomas Smith...
Ally Challenge drone show gets $50,000 boost from Genesee County
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- The county will help pick up the cost of a drone show at next month’s Ally Challenge at Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club in Grand Blanc Township with the hope that the investment will pay off in a boost for local businesses. The Genesee...
Mt. Morris Twp. treasurer who would ‘tell it like it is’ dies at 79
MT. MORRIS TWP., MI -- For the second time this election cycle, a Genesee County candidate on the Aug. 6 ballot has died just weeks before the primary. Mt. Morris Township Treasurer Gayle Armstrong, 79, died on Monday, July 22, two weeks after the death of Tim Sneller, 68, a former state representative who was seeking to return to the Michigan Legislature in this year’s election.
See the 2024 Flint Metro League Stripes Division football schedules
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Insider: Red Wings to Explore Buying Out $10.2 Million Defenseman in 2025
NHL insider Max Bultman of The Athletic believes the Detroit Red Wings will look to buy out Justin Holl in the summer of 2025. Detroit signed Holl to a three-year $10.2 million deal on July 1, 2023, after his tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Holl was supposed to help stabilize the Red Wings defense but he struggled in his first year in Detroit.
Lions sign DL David Bada
The Lions picked up a defensive lineman on Thursday. The NFL’s daily transaction report shows that they have signed defensive tackle David Bada to their 90-man roster. No corresponding move was needed to get Bada on the roster because the Lions got an exemption for him as an international player.
Sherrone Moore reveals 'force' in Michigan's backfield behind Donovan Edwards
INDIANAPOLIS — With Blake Corum off to the NFL, all indications are that Donovan Edwards is in line for a big year. The rising senior and former five-star recruit has just under 2,500 scrimmage yards in his career in Ann Arbor, as well as 18 touchdowns. And after serving as a backup running back the last three seasons, he is expected to be the lead back in one of the most run-heavy teams in Power-Four football.
Hulk Hogan visits Detroit Lions camp, says coach Dan Campbell missed his calling as a wrestler
ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — Hulk Hogan, visiting Detroit Lions practice, said coach Dan Campbell would have been good in the squared circle. The pro wrestling great even came up with a nickname for Campbell: “Dirty Dan.”. “He probably missed his calling,” Hogan said Thursday during a visit...
Miles Bridges, JJ Green to host backpack giveaway, ice cream social at Flint barbershop
FLINT, MI – Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges is teaming up with Flint actor and recording artist JJ Green to host an backpack and ice cream giveaway this weekend. The giveaway will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 27 at Wayne’s Barbershop, located at 111 W. Second St. in downtown Flint.
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