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Small Towns Most Michiganders Don’t Know Exist
There are several small towns in Michigan that many Michiganders don't know exist. Test your small-town knowledge against other Michiganders here. The photo above represents what many small towns look like in Michigan. I grew up in the village of Holly located south of Flint and north of Detroit, but there are towns all over the state that are much smaller.
Michigan Has 516 Islands – More than Half are in Just 2 Counties
Michigan is the Great Lakes State. We border 4 of the 5 big lakes. So it shouldn't be surprising that there are hundreds of islands within the state's borders. According to one count, that total is 516 islands. Some of them are well known like Mackinac Island, Belle Isle in...
Joe Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race
President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential election but will remain in office to complete his first term. The 81-year-old Democrat made the announcement in a statement on X just before 2 p.m. on Sunday. "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as...
See Top 5 Mi College Football Teams Entrance Videos
Like big-time wrestlers, Michigan's top 5 major university football programs like to make big entrances when taking the field and someone has re-captured those videos. Maybe not the best example in the above video but professional wrestlers and boxes have been making big entrances before entering the ring. 10 years...
7 Things People Love About Decatur, Michigan
From delicious ice cream and burgers to historical figures here are 7 fun facts that people love about the small village of Decatur according to your Facebook comments. 7. "Decatur was once the celery capital of the United States" ~Judy Spradlin. Judy is correct, the nutrient-rich swampland that Decatur sits...
10 Most Stolen Items People Steal From Target Stores in Michigan
Many of the most popular items that are shoplifted from Michigan Target stores surprised me. I honestly didn't expect a few of these to be anywhere near the most stolen items. Finance Buzz just released a list of the most stolen items from Target. Some of these will leave you scratching your head while others will likely make you sad.
Michigan State Park Visitors Urged By DNR To Avoid Doing This
Rock stacking, a seemingly harmless activity that has gained popularity on social media, is causing concern at Michigan's state parks, particularly at Tahquamenon Falls State Park. While creating these balanced stone structures might appear artistic or meditative, park officials and environmentalists are urging visitors to refrain from this practice due...
Allegiant Airlines Announces $59 Flights to Florida from Flint
Allegiant Airlines announced eight new nonstop routes to 13 cities around the country at extremely low rates. One of those new routes includes a nonstop flight to Florida from Flint Bishop International Airport for just $59. Before you get overly excited, keep in mind that the low fare of $59...
Michigan, Watch Out For This New Government Imposter Scam
Another day, another scam. Thieves are constantly coming up with different ways to steal our information and funds. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Warns of New Government Imposter Scam. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning about a new government imposter scam targeting residents. Scammers pose as representatives offering "free...
Two Michigan Cities Have the Lowest Quality of Life in the U.S.
It's always pretty cool to see your city or state at the top of a list that praises where you live. It's not so cool when that list refers to your city as being the worst place to live. The last thing you want to hear is that your city...
Michigan Native Explains Subpar Home Run Derby National Anthem
Just a few days ago we all witnessed one of the most unforgettable moments as the national anthem was absolutely slaughtered during the Major League Baseball (MLB) Home Run Derby in Arlington, Texas. Shortly after the questionable performance the jokes and memes began to swirl around the internet, and this is how we all became aware of the singer's origins in the Mitten state.
Michigan Making Money: Salaries Of The State’s Top 1% Earners
Most people have a desire to make as much money as they possibly can to not just take care of themselves and their families but also to have bragging rights as one of the richest people alive or to ever live. I can't lie, it's nice motivation to have in life and money does make life easier and happier but is not the end all be all since we don't get to take it with us after life. Nonetheless, most of us are competing for the best paying jobs for different reasons.
Off to a Great Start: Peek Inside This Michigan Home Where Derek Jeter Grew Up
Maybe West Michigan doesn't get all the credit, but baseball hall-of-famer Derek Jeter certainly got a great start in life, growing up in this modest Mitten-State bungalow. Derek Jeter's family had high expectations for him as he was growing up in Kalamazoo, Michigan. His parents insisted that he sign a 'good behavior contract' every year. That code of ethics carried him through his longtime career with the New York Yankees and followed him into the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Sure, there was that little incident in 2010 that put a chink in Jeter's reputation, but nobody's perfect, right?)
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is Not ‘Yoopie’ – Please Don’t Make it A Thing
Michigan's Upper Peninsula is a world apart from the rest of the state - and really the rest of America. It's colloquially the U.P. and the people who live there are Yoopers. However, the place is not now, nor will it ever be "Yooppie." The disturbing term came up on...
Popular Michigan Tag Team Reportedly Signing with WWE
Wrestling is cool again. It's like the attitude era all over again with the way the business has changed over the last few years. Still, plenty of stars made their name in the years between. One such tag team was the Motor City Machine Guns. Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley, both born in Michigan (Shelley in Detroit, Sabin in Pinckney), for the duo that has won championships pretty much everywhere in wrestling except the WWE.
Michigan Ranks No. 1 For Most Citizens Living in Financial Distress
It's tough out here. No matter where you go, people are struggling to make ends meet. Unfortunately, here in Michigan, too many people are struggling even to find the slightest bit of financial comfort. According to a study from WalletHub, Michigan ranked as the No. 1 city with the most...
Duff Beer in Michigan? Maybe The Simpsons Lived Here After All
This could be the missing link. For nearly 35 years America's favorite yellow family has made their home in the town of Springfield. However, exactly which of the 67 populated places in the U.S. named Springfield is the show referring to?. We do not know. Unfortunately, one of the longest-running...
Why Tiger Woods Is Heading To Michigan…to Watch Golf
Next week, the legendary Tiger Woods will be making a special trip to Michigan, but this time, it's not to showcase his own incredible golf skills. Instead, he'll be there to support his rising star son, Charlie Woods, as he competes in the prestigious 2024 U.S. Junior Amateur at the iconic Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Hills.
WARNING-Potentially Harmful Bacteria Closes More Michigan Beaches
The best way to enjoy a Michigan summer is to plan a day at the beach to soak up the sun. But recent closures could put a damper on those plans. Several beaches across the state have confirmed dangerous levels of potentially harmful bacteria in the water. Potentially Deadly Bacteria...
If Michigan Schools Are Required to Start After Labor Day, Why Don’t They?
I know summer isn't even over yet but parents, it's almost that magical time of the year: back to school time!. Have you been to Meijer lately? That's all it is is pencils, backpacks, and lunchboxes. Similar to the yearly explosion of pumpkin spice everything, or when Christmas decorations start...
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