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Friday, July 5, 2024: 5 things you need to know
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - We hope you all enjoyed your Independence Day and fireworks displays. Happy Friday! If you are up early with us, here are five stories to know this morning. 1. No word yet on any arrests after a deadly shooting in Flint. State police said a 51-year-old man...
There are many wins in Michigan’s budget, but long-term investments are needed
Every night, my family eats dinner together around the kitchen table and we talk about our day. It’s the place where we discuss the many things that impact our lives — our jobs, school, our health, where we live, our household budget and so much more. These are the kinds of things that are undoubtedly […] The post There are many wins in Michigan’s budget, but long-term investments are needed appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Boys volleyball on the rise in Michigan, as several area players earn all-state
High school boys volleyball in Michigan grew to 69 teams this season, continuing its continuous growth. Several local teams have joined the jump from four teams in 2018 to 37 in 2022 and now to 69, including West Ottawa, Holland, Zeeland, Holland Christian and Saugatuck. The sport will become an...
Why Has Building Stopped On New Plaza In Grand Blanc?
Things have become very quiet in one busy intersection in Grand Blanc, and residents are starting to ask questions. Many of you driving in the Holly Road and South Saginaw Street area in Grand Blanc have likely noticed the buzz around the construction of the new Ross Dress for Less and Five Below locations. These additions promised to bring more shopping options and convenience to our community. However, over the past month, construction seems to have come to an unexpected halt, and it’s left many of us wondering: What's going on?
4M Expands in Michigan
4M has significantly expanded its operations by acquiring Hi-Tec Building Services, thereby entering the Michigan market. Tim M. Murch, CBSE, 4M CEO and managing partner, strategically announced the purchase of Hi-Tec, a full-service building maintenance and custodial services company headquartered in Jenison, Michigan. This acquisition significantly expands 4M's reach and customer base, bringing 575 Team Members and a diverse portfolio that includes 175 municipalities, 70 State of Michigan facilities, and 30 educational institutions. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Fenton Freedom Festival Draws Huge Crowds to Downtown
Fenton’s Annual 4th of July Freedom Festival Parade brought out the hometown crowds to downtown for a celebration of everything Red, White, and Blue. Puppies, Police, Patriots, and Pretty Girls were everywhere. Lasco Press Photos. 1 of 4. Lasco Ford highlighted a Parade of Ford Trucks to pull floats...
Avangrid’s federal approval readies start of New England offshore wind projects
No discussions yet. Start a discussion below. SHC seeks power generation, load shedding plan from KE. Power sector needs coordinated policy framework: SANEM. K Electric to reduce load-shedding within few days: Nasir Shah. Sweco to build Helsinki's first green hydrogen production plant. N6tr public power revenue will guarantee stable power,...
Jim Thorpe appointed to Michigan Association of School Boards position
DEARBORN, Mich (FOX 2) - Dearborn Public School Trustee Jim Thorpe has been appointed to help govern a statewide organization for school board members. The Michigan Association of School Boards appointed Trustee Thorpe to its Board of Governors as a representative for District 8. His fellow trustees on the Dearborn Public Schools Board of Education had voted at the May meeting to recommend him for the position.
Recall Alert: Michigan, Check Your Pet Food Now
There's another recall hitting Michigan, this time effecting your furry babies. The recall hits just a few days after another recall on dog and cat food was just announced here in Michigan. This pet food, could possibly contain salmonella, which could upset your furry babies stomach. New Pet Food Recall...
Movies Under the Stars kicks off Friday in Flint with Disney’s ‘Wish’
FLINT, MI -- Movies Under the Stars is coming to Flint this week. Each summer, nonprofit organization Communities First Inc. hosts Movies Under the Stars which features family films shown outdoors as well as pre-movie parties with games, food and prizes. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Abandoned Michigan Sears Store: A Silent Reminder
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. Sears stores were founded in 1886 as the R.W. Sears Watch Company in Chicago. Along with Richard Sears, the company was co-founded by Alvah Roebuck. For almost...
Michigan budget includes tuition-free Pre-K, community college
(The Center Square) – The recently passed Michigan budget would guarantee tuition-free community college for all residents, and expands access to tuition-free preschool. The tuition-free community college program is paid for by $330 million in taxpayer dollars, an increase of $30 million from last year. The new program gets rid of income caps, so any student can receive free tuition at an in-district community college. The Community College Guarantee builds...
Hurley Medical Center braces for influx, urges appropriate ER use
FLINT, Mich. - On average more than 45,000 people will visit emergency rooms across the country between today and tomorrow, that’s according to data from the Pew Research Center. These numbers represent hospitals across the country, but even here in Flint Hurley Medical Center will see more people come...
MHSBCA announces Division 4 all-state baseball team
The Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association recently released its Division 4 all-state team, which included Plymouth Christian Academy junior Micah Lavigne making the second team. Reminder: HTL covers teams in Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Canton, Commerce Twp., Farmington, Farmington Hills, Garden City, Livonia, Milford, Northville, Novi, Plymouth, Redford, South Lyon,...
Newsom warns Michigan Democrats ‘not to fall prey’ to Biden negativity
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) defended President Joe Biden’s ability to carry out a second term, warning voters in the key swing state of Michigan “not to be fatalistic” about his campaign amid questions about his age and mental acuity. During a campaign stop on Thursday, Newsom reiterated his support for Biden as the party’s nominee […]
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