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Break-in at Jackson KIA dealership causes $10K in damage to cars
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Multiple vehicles were found damaged early Monday at a Leoni Township car dealership after an unsuccessful attempt to steal cars, police said. Officers were called at 12:55 a.m. July 29 to KIA of Jackson, 3500 Page Ave., when multiple vehicles in the lot were found with their doors open, Blackman-Leoni Township Director of Public Safety Scott Grajewski said.
BEWARE: Dangerous And Severe Viral Infection Now Confirmed In MI
Summer in Michigan is usually the season when cases of illness are less frequent as more people are outdoors and the risk of spreading infections is relatively low. But health officials have recently confirmed a dangerous viral disease has now been detected in Michigan and residents are urged to protect themselves against the spread of this virus.
Viral Real Estate Blunder: Michigan Listing Sparks Online Frenzy
A Michigan home has recently gone viral on X (formerly Twitter) thanks to the account @zillowgonewild. Located in Belleville, Michigan, the home didn't attract attention for anything unusual about its physical features. Instead, it became famous for an odd listing error: the 1,396-square-foot home was originally listed as having two bedrooms and 86 bathrooms.
Did Ya Hear the One About Jelly Roll Getting Free Food at a Michigan Burger King?
There's a heartwarming anecdote going around right now about a Michigan couple that bought Jelly Roll a meal at Burger King because they thought he was homeless. It's a sweet story. But there's one little thing: It's not true. Jelly Roll Makes Multiple Michigan Appearances. Jelly has been in the...
Charles Woodson on Coaching at Lake Nona (FL) and Visiting Michigan with his son Charles Woodson Jr
We Next: The Next Generation of Elite Athletes | Aug 1, 2024 | 94,669 Views. Charles Woodson shared his thoughts on coaching his son Charles Woodson Jr at Lake Nona (Orlando, FL) and their visit to Michigan in 2023 while at the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe.
Expect closures on U.S. 23 this weekend in Washtenaw County
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - Drivers traveling on U.S. 23 around Washtenaw County should expect closures between Friday, Aug. 2 and Tuesday, Aug. 6. Bridge demolition and maintenance on U.S 23 at Plank Road in Milan will cause a series of nightly closures this weekend, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation.
Thousands headed to Michigan for National Guard's Northern Strike training exercise
GRAYLING, Mich. (FOX 2) - Later this week, thousands of servicemembers will head to Michigan for this summer's Northern Strike training event. More than 6,300 military members from 32 states and territories, and five international partners will be at Michigan’s National All-Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC), which encompasses both Camp Grayling and the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, from Aug. 3-17.
See inside the renovation of Lansing’s historic Walter French school
LANSING — The renovation of the former Walter French School will include childcare, something other housing developments should consider, said Tom Perez, a former U.S. Labor secretary who visited the construction site Tuesday. Perez, now director of the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, said childcare will help make the difference for people who will live in the renovated school, which should have 76 one- to three- units at "affordable" rates available for rent by the end...
What we know after Corvette causes 4-car crash in Ann Arbor, leaving 8 injured
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – A Corvette caused a four-car crash Tuesday in a busy area of Ann Arbor, leaving eight people injured, police said. The crash happened at 1:38 p.m. Tuesday, July 30, 2024, on South State Street near I-94. Officials said they believe a Corvette was speeding as...
Fuel tank lands in parking lot after 1 military F-16 declares emergency
IOSCO CO., Mich. (WNEM) - One Air National Guard military F-16 declared an emergency and dropped both of its fuel tanks in Iosco County. According to Iosco County Sheriff Scott Frank, the first call about the incident came in at 1:15 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31 for a reported explosion. Two F-16s were operating in the area.
City accepting nominations for Volunteer, Diversity and Inclusion awards
An annual awards event that honors Jackson residents and organizations making a difference with volunteering, diversity and inclusion is now accepting nominations. The City of Jackson Human Relations Commission (HRC) is hosting its Harold White Sr. Awards Breakfast on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 7:30 a.m. at the Commonwealth Commerce Center. Award...
No phones rule has engagement up, bad behavior down at East Jackson schools, leaders say
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – A new rule forbidding students from using their phones in class has gotten a surprisingly positive response at a Jackson-area high school, the principal said. The phone-less policy introduced and enforced at East Jackson High School has so far led to a significant increase in...
Teacher taking over as next Michigan Center elementary school principal
JACKSON COUNTY, MI - The Michigan Center School District’s newest elementary school principal already has experience working with the district’s youngsters. After interviews that took place Thursday, July 25, Alicia Bially was chosen as the next principal of Michigan Center’s Arnold Elementary School. If you purchase a...