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Michigan’s Adventure & Cedar Point Now Part of Six Flags
Michigan's Adventure and Cedar Point have now become Six Flags amusement parks. Will this change anything at either park?. Cedar Fair is the parent company of Michigan's Adventure, Cedar Point, Kings Island, Knott's Beery Farm, and Canada's Wonderland. Cedar Fair was created when Cedar Point purchased Valleyfair Amusement Park in 1978 combining parts of the two names.
First Tee Michiana scrambles for gear after theft ahead of fundraiser
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — First Tee Michiana is searching high and low for golf clubs after a devastating theft left the organization without tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment. Now, they’re asking the community for help. The kids and teens golf organization is suffering...
Hundreds of Catholics process through South Bend, following National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
SOUTH BEND, Ind.-- One of the four routes of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage passed through Michiana Friday on its way to Indianapolis in a historic religious event. Hundreds of Catholics followed a procession through South Bend that ended at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at the University of Notre Dame.
Saturday’s Motocross 2024 Round 6 at RedBud: How to watch, start times, schedule, TV info
A minor practice crash has major implications for the 2024 Pro Motocross season as Jett Lawrence will be forced to sit out the final six rounds of the 2024 Pro Motocross season beginning this week in Buchanan, Michigan at RedBud MX Park. The focus shifts to the contest between Hunter...
Drying out for the rest of the holiday weekend
A few showers and thunderstorms will roll through Michiana early Friday evening. Not everyone will see storms, but those who do could experience gusty winds and heavy downpours. Those showers and storms should wrap up by 8 PM. Tonight, skies will be mostly clear, but the air will still be a little muggy, so more fireworks-enhanced fog could develop across Michiana into Saturday morning. A few sprinkles are possible by 8 AM Saturday, but they should clear before noon. Skies will gradually clear throughout the afternoon, with highs only in the 70s. Sunday will be a beautiful end to the holiday weekend, with sunny skies and highs in the middle 80s. Storm chances return Monday night into Tuesday. The brutal heat looks to stay away until next weekend, at the earliest.
Amateur racers, fans excited for RedBux MX in Buchanan
BUCHANAN, Mich. (WNDU) - As the 51st annual RedBud Pro Motocross National MX event kicks off this weekend, the amateur competitions began Thursday, allowing many kids from across the country to showcase their talent. Many kids prepare themselves and their dirt bikes to compete. RedBud MX hosts one of the...
New Indiana law requires home buyers to sign agreements with agents
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (WDRB) -- A new Indiana law makes changes to the home buying process in the Hoosier state. For many years, it's been standard for sellers to enter into formal listing agreements with real estate brokers. But now, prospective home buyers will also sign written agreements with brokers before purchasing a home.
Edwardsburg man gets probation for meth possession
CASSOPOLIS — A 72-year-old man will have the chance to keep a felony conviction off his record if he’s successful on probation. Gary Wayne Fletcher, 72, of Edwardsburg, pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine and was sentenced to 18 months probation, credit for three days served and $2,648 in fines and costs Friday in […] The post Edwardsburg man gets probation for meth possession appeared first on Leader Publications.
Dowagiac man gets prison time on multiple charges
CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man with a long criminal history as well as ongoing anger problems was sentenced to prison Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Travis LaVaughan Shell, 45, of West Wayne Street in Dowagiac, was found guilty of several counts after an early June jury trial including one count each of third […] The post Dowagiac man gets prison time on multiple charges appeared first on Leader Publications.
Lainey Wilson’s New Song “4x4xU” Gives Shoutout To Kalamazoo
New Music Friday is the standard day of the week to get hyped about songs from your favorite artists dropping, but this week a lot artists decided to celebrate America's birthday by dropping singles and albums on the fourth of July, to take advantage of the long weekend and road trip listening people will be doing.
Teen’s organ donations to ‘save other mothers heartache his mommy is going through’
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI – Mason Savage of Kalamazoo is a kind, thoughtful teen who would want to help others waiting for life-saving organ transplants, his family said. The 14-year-old is being prepared for organ donation. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Local Brewer From West Michigan Will Compete At 2024 Paris Olympics
The Great Lakes State will be well represented at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Athletes from all over the state are set to compete this summer for gold and glory, and that includes a few of our own right here in West Michigan. Kalamazoo native Heath Baldwin has qualified for...
Kalamazoo County Jail IGNITE Program Gives New Purpose To Inmates
The criminal justice system was created to keep checks and balances on the citizens of the country and make sure they are abiding by the laws of the state and country but some feel like it has lost its way. The jaded views of the people come from a long list of judicial rulings that make the people question whether the justice system is here to enact justice or provide control. Some would argue that it's a tool used more for control than anything else.
Vicksburg boys’ track team breaks barriers
The Vicksburg boys’ track team under the guidance of Cody Caswell has gotten off to a running start. On April 12th the team went to Hastings for an invitational, competing against Hackett, Hudsonville, Hastings, Grand Ledge, South Haven. Charlotte, GRTC Peregrines, Stevensville Lakeshore and Hopkins. Vicksburg finished in 6th...
Battle Creek VA Medical Center set to unveil renovations to urgent care clinic
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Battle Creek VA Medical Center, or VAMC, is gearing up to unveil upgrades to their urgent care. In about 10 days, community members are invited to attend a ribbon cutting unveiling the clinic's newest renovations, according to event organizers. GALLERY: Battle Creek VA Medical Center...
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