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Trump calls for mass deportations, addresses assassination attempt during Michigan rally
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Former President Donald Trump was back on the campaign trail in Grand Rapids on Saturday, where he spoke to thousands from the Van Andle Arena. That speech lasted for over an hour and a half and Trump's visit marked many firsts. It was Trump's first...
‘You can’t blame this on alcohol,’ judge tells Bay City man who went on racist tirade
BAY CITY, MI — Alcohol coursing through his system and a machete in his hand, a Bay City man went on a racist tirade against his neighbors, threatening to kill them. A lengthy standoff with responding police followed. Though he’s since made strides in attaining sobriety, a judge was...
Who will be Bay City’s next 6th ward commissioner? These 3 candidates are in the running
BAY CITY, MI – Three people are in the running to replace Chris Girard as the city’s 6th Ward Commissioner. Girard, a candidate to be the city’s mayor, will be replaced on the commission even if he does not win the mayoral race in the November general election because he is term limited.
Have a ‘spudtastically awesome time’ at the 2024 Munger Potato Festival
MUNGER, MI – The drive down M-15 from Bay City leads the way to Munger, home of the potato festival that features not only fun for the whole family, but for all your best “spuddies,” too. The four-day festival begins Thursday, July 25. It’s the 69th annual...
Pharmacists in demand across the country
BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - Pharmacists are in high demand across the United States, but despite the need for employees, the field continues to shrink. “I love my patients, so I actually love helping everyone. That’s the main thing I love,” said Lalit Mahajan, a pharmacist at Euclid Pharmacy in Bay City.
Midland meeting held over how to prevent future flooding
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) – A virtual Midland meeting was held Monday night, July 22, to discuss the most effective way to prevent future flooding. The Midland City Council received a presentation Monday from Spicer Group, an engineering firm tasked with developing a list of projects to reduce the risk of flooding.
The North Flint Food Market faces more barriers to open
FLINT, Mich.—After decades in the making, the North Flint Food Market, which was supposed to open last October, remains closed nearly a year later. Monday’s meeting aimed to discuss the future of the market, but challenges continue to hinder its opening. Reginald Flynn, Executive Director of the North...
TOPSoccer offers ‘pure joy of soccer’ to kids of all abilities
Coach Tamara Hageage, right, smiles for a photo with one of her TOPSoccer players. Kids with special needs can learn to play soccer and find a community with the TOPSoccer program at the Midland Soccer Club. Head coach Tamara Hageage said it is an inclusive program that welcomes players of...
‘The Loft is like family.’ Popular downtown Flint bar to close at year’s end
FLINT, MI - One of the most popular downtown Flint bars is set to close. The Loft, 526 Saginaw St., will close on New Year’s Eve after 22 years in business. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Flint man sentenced for dumping paint on girlfriend's property
FLINT, Mich. (WJRT) - A Flint man who has been found guilty of domestic assault in which he did more than $100,000 in damage will spend up to 20 years in prison. Court records show 63-year-old Arthur Humphreys was sentenced on Monday to a minimum of 57 months in prison to a maximum of 20 years. Humphreys was credited with 342 days of time served.
Meet the candidates for Genesee County commissioner in the Aug. 6 primary
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- Voters in five of the nine districts that make up the Genesee County Board of Commissioners have decisions to make in the Aug. 6 primary election. There is no primary competition in District 4 (incumbent Democrat James Avery and Republican challenger John C. Wellington), District 5 (incumbent Republican Shaun Shumaker and Democrat challenger Donna Anderson), District 7 (incumbent Democrat Martin L. Cousineau and Republican challenger Lutullus Penton), and District 1, where incumbent Democrat Delrico J. Loyd has no opponent in the primary or general election.
Flint author April McGee explores healing and transformation in debut book 'A Life Unknown'
FLINT, Michigan — Flint native April McGee delves deep into self-reflection, healing, and personal transformation in her debut book, 'A Life Unknown.' The book explores these core themes, guiding readers on a journey toward understanding themselves better and finding inner peace. McGee emphasizes the importance of self-reflection as she...
Swan Valley baseball coach let go after TVC, district championships
Craig Leddy, who coached Swan Valley baseball during one of its strongest stretches in Vikings’ history, learned Thursday that he is out of a job. The Swan Valley Board of Education voted not to rehire Leddy after the Swan Valley coach led the Vikings to Tri-Valley Conference and district titles in 2024.
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