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$1M grant to help Ann Arbor explore starting city tree nursery, enhance urban forest
ANN ARBOR, MI — Ann Arbor has long been known as Tree Town, but city leaders want to take it to the next level now. The city is exploring starting its own tree nursery and that’s just one initiative to be funded with a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service.
Oliveira Chosen to “MIND the Future” for the AADOCR
Congratulations to Dayane Oliveira, D.D.S., M.S., Ph.D., who was recently selected as a mentee for a mentoring program coordinated by the American Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research, or AADOCR. Oliveira, a clinical associate professor in the Department of Restorative Dental Sciences, Division of Operative Dentistry, will participate in...
Koi Fish Caught In Michigan Lake Breaks the World Record
Northern Michigan's Glen Lake, located in Leelanau County's Glen Arbor, faces a colorful problem: invasive Japanese koi fish—those vibrant, oversized goldfish you see in fancy people's ponds. However, these weren't your average, everyday koi invaders. These fishy little ninjas have caused serious problems for Glen Lake and others like them dealing with this invasive species.
Extreme Heat Closes Many Southwest Michigan Schools
Just as school gets started, Tuesday's expected 105-degree heat index closes many schools throughout Southwest Michigan. The Kalamazoo area is expecting a mix of sun and clouds with a high of 95 and a heat index of 105 degrees. Evening thunderstorms could be severe but will cool things down a bit. In the meantime, the temperatures will be dangerous and should be taken seriously. With that being said, many local schools have either shortened their hours of operation or completely closed today. Here's what we know so far, but you should check your email and/or your school's official website to get the most updated information. We gathered the following info from WWMT News Channel 3 and Fox 17.
Michigan star Mason Graham 'banged up' as Wolverines prepare for season-opener
Michigan star Mason Graham has been “banged up” during fall camp, according to Michigan defensive defensive coordinator Wink Martindale. Martindale appeared on “Inside Michigan Football,” where he revealed Graham’s injury status:. The star defender was a key part of the National Championship-winning 2023 team, collecting...
Michigan football O-line starter: 'We have to be 10 deep'
All of the attention might be on the quarterback battle for Michigan football, but there are some other unsettled position battles and a couple of them are on the offensive line. One player who isn't involved in a position battle at this point is senior guard Giovanni El-Hadi. The veteran...
Helmets To Jumbotrons: Will QR Codes’ Impact Michigan Sports Fan Interaction?
When the QR code was birthed in Japan in 1994, did anyone ever think they would be taken to this level, 30 years later?. Just this week, the Oklahoma State Cowboys football team's coach, Mike Gundy, announced the team will wear their helmets adorned with QR codes that will direct fans to a website where people will be able to donate to their general team fund.
Ohio State in 'national championship or bust' mode, Cardale Jones says: Michigan win, Big Ten title not enough
Expectations for the 2024 Ohio State football season are extremely high, and for good reason with the Buckeyes boasting one of the deepest and most talented rosters in the country. The goal every year in Columbus is to win the national championship, but defeating bitter rival Michigan and winning the Big Ten are also prerequisites that most everyone around the program expects to fulfill. And while Ryan Day and his program came up short of those last two points in each of the last three years, former Buckeye quarterback Cardale Jones said that anything short of winning the national title in 2024 will not be good enough.
Are Michigan Schools Ready to Adopt a Four-Day Week?
Is your family ready to embrace a four-day school week? Although it's a fairly new concept, two school districts in Northern Michigan have already adopted it. According to the Associated Press, there are roughly 13,000 school districts in the United States. Two decades ago, there were only about 100 school districts in the US observing a four-day week. That number grew to 662 in 2019 and currently stands at close to 900 districts nationwide.
Michigan receives notice of allegations from NCAA
Michigan has received the final version of a notice of allegations from the NCAA related to an investigation into an in-person scouting and sign-stealing operation being run by a football staffer, the NCAA and the school said Sunday.Michigan previously received a draft of the NOA that included allegations of violations by former head coach Jim Harbaugh, current head coach Sherrone Moore, former recruiting analyst Connor Stalions and several other members of the staff."The NCAA can confirm that a Notice of Allegations has been distributed to the school and involved parties in the Michigan investigation," the NCAA said in a statement....
Amid Another Michigan Heat Wave, Study Says Heat-Related Deaths Hit Record High
Well hopefully this is the last heat wave we have of this summer. Meteorologists have issued heat advisories through the end of the day Tuesday (Aug. 27) with temperatures in the mid-90s expected across much of the state. Even past that, highs are expected to stay in the mid to upper 80s across the state, which isn't exactly comfortable for the Great Lakes State.
‘Granny flats where granny can sell some jam’ among ideas Ann Arbor is discussing
ANN ARBOR, MI — The idea of allowing more commercial businesses in residential areas in Ann Arbor is gaining traction as city officials want more mixed-use neighborhoods. That could eventually mean rezoning areas to allow more businesses like the Washtenaw Dairy in the Old West Side and the Big City Small World Bakery in Water Hill.
Several southwest Michigan districts head back-to-school
Monday was one of Michiana's largest back-to-school days. Students in Benton Harbor, along with many other Michigan districts, returned to the classroom. Only a handful of students in our area, including Edwardsburg and New Buffalo, will go back to school after Labor Day next week.
Michigan state officials certify election results for August primary
LANSING, Mich., (WPBN/WGUT) -- The Board of State Canvassers certified the results of the August 6 primary at a meeting Monday in Lansing. Michigan's Election Director Jonathan Brater said municipal and county clerks across the state are continuing to implement some of the new procedures in place, including early in-person voting as well as procedures with absentee ballots.
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