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Long time Republican incumbent challenged for Lima Township treasurer
WASHTENAW COUNTY - Republican Nanette Havens, who has served as Lima Township treasurer for 20 years, faces the first election challenger of her political career in the upcoming Aug. 6 primary. Republican Phillip Kwaske is running against Havens for treasurer. He has lived in the township for five years and...
Trump campaign sues Whitmer, Benson over using federal offices to register voters
The Republican National Committee and Donald Trump’s presidential campaign have sued Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, along with two federal agencies and other others, alleging that they improperly allowed Veteran’s Affairs medical centers and Small Business Administration offices to act as voter registration agencies.
Man robs hotel after using its bathroom, Brighton police say
BRIGHTON, MI – An armed and masked man robbed a hotel in Brighton early Monday morning. Police were called at 1:20 a.m. Monday, July 15, to the Hampton Inn Suites, 8068 Challis Road, in the City of Brighton for a reported armed robbery that had just occurred, according to the Brighton Police Department.
Ann Arbor Art Fair attracts thousands, but parking, traffic snarls frustrate locals
ANN ARBOR, MI -- On one July weekend in Ann Arbor, thousands of people flock to the Ann Arbor Art Fair, one of the city’s most popular events. Travelers from across the country flood Ann Arbor’s streets during the three-day affair that started in 1960 and hosts more than 60 vendors annually. The event is well renowned as one of the top art fairs in the country.
Today’s ‘feels like’ temperatures will soar into the 90s
Warm afternoon temperatures combined with oppressive humidity will send “feels like” temperatures into the mid 90s today for much of Lower Michigan. This comes before the possibility of strong to severe storms later this evening and overnight. Monday will be the last excessively warm day for the next...
Police seek man linked to stealing credit cards from cars in Livingston County
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, MI – Police are asking for public assistance in identifying a man suspected of trying to use several credit cards reportedly stolen out of vehicles in Livingston County. The Green Oak Township Police Department posted an alert Monday, July 15, on its Facebook page asking for assistance...
Sonic boom warning issued for some Michigan areas Monday
The 180th Fighter Wing in Ohio is once again warning residents in Southeast Michigan and Northwest Ohio that a sonic boom might be heard Monday afternoon while the unit conducts testing. The testing is scheduled to take place between 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., but that could be changed if weather does not cooperate.
What Phillip Wright’s commitment means for Michigan football
Destrehan (La.) three-star receiver Phillip Wright picked up a Georgia hat, faked like he was going to put it on and then flung it over his head. He then picked up a Michigan and LSU hat, set the Tigers’ one back down and sported the Wolverines’ cap, signaling his commitment to Sherrone Moore’s program on Saturday.
Here’s what’s new at the 2024 Ann Arbor Art Fair
ANN ARBOR, MI -- The Ann Arbor Art Fair has for decades drawn thousands of people to Ann Arbor with its mix of art, live entertainment, food and events. But, while the Art Fair has become a tradition, there are a few new events and exhibits making an appearance during the 2024 fair from Thursday, July 18, to Saturday, July 20.
Rare turtles focus of Michigan and Ohio wildlife officials under new federal grant
LANSING, MI – Michigan will take the lead to study the declining populations of Blanding’s and spotted turtles – rare species being considered for federal protections. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will partner with their cohorts in Ohio to gather information on the status, distribution, and ecology of the two species of native turtles. Both species have experienced range-wide declines and are under review for federal listing under the Endangered Species Act.
Michigan gymnast, social media sensation soaring into Paris Olympics
Following the United States men’s gymnastics trials June 30 in Minneapolis, more than a dozen gymnasts anxiously waited for the selection committee to decide the group of five that will represent the country for the Paris Games July 26-Aug.11. Only University of Michigan star Fred Richard didn’t have to...
Why Def Leppard’s Phil Collen has visited Kalamazoo many times when not on tour
He has been performing in front of arena and stadium crowds for decades as one of the lead guitarists for Def Leppard. When he’s not touring, Michigan has actually been a big part of his life. Phil Collen and Def Leppard are currently on a big stadium tour, co-headlining...
This Skyline High senior raised $21K to feed, tutor students from Ann Arbor to India
ANN ARBOR, MI - Arjun Alva has taken five trips to India in the last four years, bringing books and food to an underfunded elementary school. The Skyline High School senior continues to visit the children at Sathyalayam School in Pondicherry, the capital of a province on the nation’s southeastern coast off the Bay of Bengal.
Michigan is home to the oldest family-owned grocery store in the U.S.
MACKINAC ISLAND, MI - If you have ever ventured to Mackinac Island, you’ve probably visited America’s oldest family-owned grocery store. The island’s only store, Doud’s Market is celebrating 140 years of providing a vast variety of products that you may need or happened to forget on your journey.
Chicago to Mackinac sailing race record smashed by more than an hour
MACKINAC ISLAND, MI - Before the first boats ever left Navy Pier this weekend, Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac organizers knew the weather forecast would make this 115th competition one of the faster courses in the race’s history - if the sailing crews could avoid the storms forecast to sweep across Lake Michigan.
Mystery on the moon: NASA sending rover to investigate ‘lunar swirls’
An interesting phenomenon on the moon that has perplexed scientists may have a fresh explanation, according to a new study. In new images released by NASA, so-called “lunar swirls” can be seen on the surface of the moon, extending for hundreds of miles. In short, when solar radiation hits the moon, areas with magnetism act to deflect this radiation, causing it to be lighter in color. In contrast, areas without this magnetism become darker as the solar radiation is not deflected and instead is absorbed.
Gov. Whitmer signs bills making necrophilia a felony
LANSING, MI – Necrophilia is now illegal in Michigan. A trio of bills signed last week by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer makes it a two-year misdemeanor to intentionally sexually touch a dead human body and a 15-year felony to have sex with a dead human body. Those convicted of either...
Holiday Mathis horoscopes for July 15, 2024
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Today’s daily horoscopes: Pisces, connect with someone who sparks your creativity (07/15/24)
Today’s Birthday (07/15/24). Purpose inspires planning this year. Explore exciting ideas with thoughtful preparation and organization. Discovering professional opportunities in new directions this summer inspires autumn research, studies and travel. Manage winter domestic renovations, before making powerful connections next spring. Organize to build for the future. To get the...
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