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Extreme heat closes multiple West Michigan schools on Tuesday, Aug. 27
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Multiple schools in West Michigan have closed or have half-days on Tuesday, Aug. 27, because of extreme high temperatures. Schools have announced closings or half-days in Kent, Ottawa, Kalamazoo, Allegan, Ionia and Montcalm counties. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
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.
In small towns, even GOP clerks are targets of election conspiracies
PORT AUSTIN, Mich. — Deep in the thumb of Michigan’s mitten-shaped Lower Peninsula, Republican election officials are outcasts in their rural communities. Michigan cities already were familiar with the consequences of election conspiracy theories. In 2020, Republicans flooded Detroit’s ballot counting center looking for fraud. Democratic and Republican election officials faced an onslaught of threats. And conservative activists attempted to tamper […]
Lions Release Former Michigan Wolverines Star Wide Receiver on Monday
The Detroit Lions made some notable roster cuts on Monday after another week of preseason action, and a former star member of the Michigan Wolverines was among the players who got the unfortunate phone call. Wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones was reportedly released ahead of what will be his ...
Autism Hero Walk raises funds while raising awareness
Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM) was founded with the vision that people with autism will lead lives that meet their greatest potential. AAoM leads efforts to raise expectations and expand opportunities for people touched by autism across the lifespan. Promoted as "Michigan's largest gathering of the autistic community — 6,000+...
Michigan Monday: Out On Allege
Michigan begins its much-anticipated defense of the football team’s 2023 national title this week as a team full of university lawyers begins putting together what they hope will be an effective and convincing response to the NCAA that no wins or seasons should be vacated as a consequence of the wrongdoings alleged in their recent Notice of Allegations involving the years-long improper on-site scouting and sign-stealing operation within the football program.
USPS Delivery Service Changes May Impact Michigan Customers Soon
Michigan residents have relied on the United States Postal Service (USPS) to receive packages, bills, and other important items. However, the USPS has recently announced changes that could affect how those items are delivered and received in Michigan and could impact residents soon. USPS Delivery Service Changes May Impact Michigan...
Michigan Residents Face Growing Rat Infestation Threat
Rats are becoming an increasingly common problem for Michigan residents, with several cities ranking among the most infested in the country. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Flint have all been named as having some of the worst rat infestations nationwide. The Norway rat is the most prevalent species in Michigan. These...
Michigan’s McLaren Health Care back to ‘normal operations’ after cyberattack
Less than a month after a cyberattack, McLaren Health Care says its technology is back online. McLaren’s ‘operations are fully functional across Michigan,’ according to a statement released Monday. It’s unclear, however, whether patient information was stolen. McLaren Health Care, a 13-hospital system based in Grand...
TSA Warning Will Affect Labor Day Travelers In Michigan
This summer has been one of the busiest summers for traveling in Michigan history. With the upcoming holiday, it will only get worse. Labor Day is often the last chance for Michiganders to leave the area and take a vacation before their crazy family schedules gear up in the fall.
New children’s medical psychiatric unit brings ‘missing’ care to Michigan families
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital is ramping up operations at what officials say is the state’s first pediatric medical psychiatric unit, where children who suffer from mental health disorders and medical complexities can receive care. At the 12-bed unit, which opened in mid-June, children...
Chipotle denied raises to unionized workers, US labor agency says
(Reuters) - U.S. labor board prosecutors have determined that a union's claims that Chipotle Mexican Grill illegally refused to give raises to workers at a Michigan restaurant after they became the first and only employees of the fast-casual chain to unionize have merit.
Suspected intoxicated driver killed in Livingston County crash
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, MI -- A driver suspected to be intoxicated died in a Livingston County crash Sunday, police said. A passerby called police around 1 p.m. Aug. 25, to report an overturned vehicle or a couch in the median of eastbound I-96 near Latson Road in Genoa Township, according to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.
Should school start before or after Labor Day? Metro Detroit parents weigh in
DETROIT (WXYZ) — It was only a few years ago that students didn't go to school until after Labor Day. But in recent years, districts decided to let out for the summer earlier, due to heat concerns. 7 News Reporter Meghan Daniels took to the streets to see what...
Former Michigan State, Detroit Lions OL cut by Buffalo Bills
Kevin Jarvis is back on the free agent market. Katherine Fitzgerald of The Buffalo News reports that the Buffalo Bills are cutting the former Michigan State standout ahead of Tuesday’s 4 p.m. deadline, where all teams must finalize their 53-man roster. The 25-year-old offensive lineman signed with the Detroit...
Lancaster County native Don Wert, a member of the 1968 World Series champion Detroit Tigers, dies at age 86
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — Lancaster County native Don Wert, who spent nine seasons in the Major Leagues and helped the Detroit Tigers capture a World Series title in 1968, has died. Wert died early Sunday morning in his Strasburg home. He was 86. News of his death was first...
Five EMU Track Stars Set to Shine at World Athletics U20 Champs
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) – Five Eastern Michigan University track & field student-athletes are set to compete against some of the world’s best U20 athletes as they will compete at the 2024 World Athletics Championships, held at Estadio Atletico de la Videna in Lima, Peru, Tuesday-Saturday, Aug. 27-31. Fans can follow the Eagles using a live stream and results link that can be found on the World Athletics website here . After the meet, a recap will be posted to EMUEagles.com. Eastern will be represented by Nikol Antoniadi ( Didimoticho, Greece /Geniko Lykeio Didimotichou) , Fiaku Ezechukwuchiri (Anambra Nimo, Nigeria) ,…
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