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Woman found dead in rural Washtenaw County identified as tourist from Brazil
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- A woman found dead in rural Washtenaw County has been identified as a tourist from Brazil. Suzan Christian Barbosa Ferreira, 42, was found dead Sunday, June 30, by passersby in the 7700 block of Earhart Road in Northfield Township. She had been traveling in parts of North Carolina and Michigan, according to her sister Renata Santana, 45.
Man arrested after allegedly breaking into lockers at Delhi Township Planet Fitness
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - A Marquette man was arrested Sunday after allegedly breaking into lockers and stealing personal items at a Planet Fitness in Delhi Township. Deputies from the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Planet Fitness on Cedar Street on July 7 at 7:30 p.m. for a report of multiple locker thefts. Victims told police their locks were cut, and personal items were stolen. One of seven victims reported that their credit card had been used at a local business since the alleged theft.
Round Two: Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Has Landed in Michigan
They may look pretty but make no mistake: The invasive spotted lanternfly is a nasty, invasive creature, and it has been once again found in Michigan. On Monday (6/24), the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reported a small population of the creature in Monroe County. What is the...
Governor Whitmer signs nearly $400 million agreement to protect Great Lakes from invasive carp
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that Michigan signed an agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Illinois to cosponsor the Brandon Road Interbasin Project— to prevent invasive carp and “aquatic nuisance species.”
4 more farms totaling over 300 acres outside Ann Arbor being protected
ANN ARBOR, MI — Four more farm properties just outside Ann Arbor are slated to be permanently protected. City Council voted 10-0 July 1 to preserve over 115 acres in Salem Township through the city’s greenbelt program in partnership with Washtenaw County. If you purchase a product or...
‘Whoomp! There it is.’ Hitmakers from 1990s coming to 2024 Lenawee County Fair
ADRIAN, MI – The Lenawee County Fair is taking it back to the 1990s with the return of its big entertainment concerts. A “90s Rewind,” concert is set for 8 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, at the fairgrounds, 602 N. Dean St. in Adrian. The concerts will feature five R&B and hip-hop artists that were popular in the 1990s.
Lansing area 2024 voter guide: Ingham, Eaton and Clinton ballots at a glance
Michigan's primary election is Aug. 6, and voting by absentee ballot has already begun. Here’s a look at ballots for residents in Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties, for contested races and ballot proposals. ...
Two Lenawee County natives open chiropractic office in Tecumseh
TECUMSEH — Tribe Chiropractic, located in downtown Tecumseh, is owned by Dr. Devan Marry and Dr. Shane Wallace. Marry, who is originally from Hudson, and Wallace, who is originally from Onsted, knew each other in high school and met up again at Life University in Marietta, Georgia, where they both studied to earn their degrees in chiropractic.
Moneyball Pro-Am basketball league kicks back into gear this week at Holt High School
The 2024 Moneyball Pro-Am returns to action this week at Holt High school after taking last week off due to the July 4 holiday. The six-team summer league, which is in its 19th season, is made up of college players, former college players and professionals — including Michigan State’s men’s basketball roster, with the Spartans’ players divided up among the six teams. Central Michigan’s roster is also dispersed throughout the league. ...
2024 Manchester Community Fair Queen contestants
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. submitted by Angie Schaible, Manchester Community Fair. The fair is fast approaching. The Manchester Community Fair Queen contestants have been announced. The Fair Parade route has also been established, which will kick off the fair on Tuesday, August 6, at 6:30pm. The route has been reversed and more information will be available soon. In addition, there will be prize money awarded for floats, golf carts, and bikes that are decorated with the parade theme.
Crowdfunding campaign launched for the Manchester Area Senior Center and Community Events Center
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. The Manchester Area Senior Citizens Council (MASCC) has established a $50,000 goal to win a matching grant through Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)'s Public Spaces Community Places initiative. The button was officially pushed at 10am on Wednesday, July 3, by Pat Vailliencourt, who is chairing the 60-day Patronicity Michigan-based crowdfunding campaign.
Wonderland Tea Party hosted by the Library
Submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library. At high noon in Wonderland, it’s time for a tea party fit for the Queen of Hearts, hosted by Manchester District Library on Tuesday, July 16, in the City Room. Enjoy party games like musical chairs with tea and snacks and participate...
St. Mary’s Ice Cream Social
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. St. Mary’s Parish is pleased to announce the return of its annual Ice Cream Social on Thursday, July 25, from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. This event will be held in front of the church on the north side of Wurster Park, 210 W Main St. We are celebrating the 132nd year of our summer get-together of delicious food, ice cream, and cake, and connecting again with friends and family.
Adult book club meeting to discuss upcoming book selections
Submitted by Quintessa Gallinat, Manchester District Library. Join other members of the Manchester District Library (MDL) Adult Book Club on Wednesday, July 17, to discuss summer reads and nominate books for next season. The meeting will begin at 6pm in the Claire Reck History Room on the lower level of the City Building.
Mason community gives back to local heroes in ‘Burgers and Bounce’ fundraiser
MASON, Mich. (WILX)—On Sunday, the Mason community held a ‘Burgers and Bounce’ fundraiser to help raise funds for local heroes. People who attended the event at New Wine Church could eat some hamburgers, relax, and hang out with the community. Visitors donated with local things from around the community or by donating money.
Tecumseh Kiwanis Club donation to help replace playground equipment at Bird Park
TECUMSEH — Decades-old play equipment at one of Tecumseh's parks will be replaced, with a service club covering about half of the cost. Douglas W. Bird Kiwanis Memorial Park's play structure is about 40 years old and the swing set may be about 60 years old, Tecumseh Kiwanis Club member Doug Bird Jr.,...
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