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Southwest Michigan company expanding with $5M federal grant, adding dozens of jobs
THREE RIVERS, MI -- A Southwest Michigan company is expanding and increasing production of commercial heat pumps, thanks to a large grant from a federal agency. The heat pumps are designed to heat and cool spaces more efficiently than other widely available technologies, experts say. Armstrong International, 816 Maple St.,...
Arby's raises funds for St. Joseph County Animal Control
THREE RIVERS – Following a donation in excess of $2,000 earlier this year, Arby’s restaurant in Three Rivers has made another sizable donation to St. Joseph County Animal Control. St. Joseph County Capt. TJ Baker said the fast-food eatery turned over a donation of more than $1,700 this...
US-131 construction prompts Schoolcraft to cancel Fourth of July fireworks, parade
SCHOOLCRAFT, Mich. — Fourth of July has been canceled in Schoolcraft. Due to ongoing construction along US-131, Schoolcraft's Fourth of July parade and fireworks display will not be held this year, according to the village's website. Fourth of July Forecast: warm, sticky, and dry. Work to improve US-131 near...
White Pigeon's Lane a great fit for Olivet football
WHITE PIGEON — Caleb Lane is ready to get the next portion of his academic and football careers going. The White Pigeon graduate will be continuing both of those with the University of Olivet following the completion of the summer. Lane was a big part of the recent resurgence of White Pigeon football, which has seen the Chiefs earn three consecutive district championships. In those three combined seasons, White Pigeon posted a record of 29-7.
Down the Dome: Schoolcraft Sports Complex Will Deflate its Iconic Dome July 1st
Schoolcraft has been home to one of the most unique sports complexes in all of southwest Michigan for years. But soon, it's gonna get an upgrade, and in order to expand, the iconic, inflatable dome has to first be taken down. Like the iconic RCA Dome in Indianapolis, this larger-than-life...
Vicksburg hires Hall of Fame coach to lead boys basketball program
VICKSBURG, MI – Randy Small isn’t done coaching just yet. And his next stop isn’t far away from home. The former longtime Schoolcraft boys basketball coach and Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM) Hall of Famer was hired as Vicksburg’s next boys basketball coach last Wednesday, according to the Bulldogs’ social media pages.
Sturgis Public Schools hiring assistant superintendent
STURGIS — Sturgis Public Schools Assistant Superintendent Nicole Gittinger has retired from the district, with officials looking to hire her replacement by the end of the month. Superintendent Art Ebert said Gittinger has served the district over the past 15 years as principal at Wall Elementary School, principal at Eastwood Elementary School, and...
Expert: Pros, cons for MSP sgt. if murder case moved to federal court
KENTWOOD, Mich. (WOOD) — A legal battle is looming over whether the murder case against a former Michigan State Police detective sergeant will move to federal court. Brian Keely’s attorneys are pushing to take the case away from state court. An initial court hearing on whether that will happen is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon in Lansing.
Michigan is building the nation’s first smart highway
A three-mile stretch of Interstate 94 in Michigan will be converted into America’s first smart highway. Axios reports that the Alphabet-backed startup Cavnue has started constructing the smart highway as part of a new pilot project that could spur other construction projects across the country. Another project, a "Smart Freight Corridor" on State Highway 130 by Austin, Texas, is also being developed.
Watch Out For Stinging Nettles During July 4th Weekend
If you and your kids plan on being outside a lot in Michigan during the Fourth of July weekend, watch out for stinging nettles or someone will have a bad couple of days. Many Michiganders will be camping, barbecuing, fishing, hiking, or walking, and some will do yard projects during the Fourth of July weekend.
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...
‘Jordan D’s Law’: Representatives introduce bills to combat online sextortion
LANSING, Mich. (WLUC) - State Reps. John Fitzgerald (D-Wyoming), Kara Hope (D-Holt) and Jenn Hill (D-Marquette) introduced a package of bills collectively known as “Jordan D’s Law,” aimed at combating the growing threat of online sextortion targeting minors and vulnerable individuals. According to a press release, the...
Michigan HOAs can’t ban solar panels under newly passed bill
The Homeowners’ Energy Policy Act would prohibit homeowners associations from banning rooftop solar panels and other green improvements. It passed on party lines and awaits Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s signature. Proponents applaud the bill for removing barriers to renewable energy, while opponents fear the bill undermines neighborhoods’ authority.
Michigan opens first public EV charging network for off-road vehicles
The nation’s first public EV charging network for off-road vehicles is now open in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Proponents say they hope for continued expansion, but it may be a while before the average trail-rider goes electric. Michigan’s nascent electric transportation sector is expanding to the trail-riding crowd, with...
Michigan DNR implementing 'Operation Dry Water' to keep waterways safe this holiday week
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Operation Dry Water will be kicking off this week, just in time for the 4th of July holiday. Operation Dry Water is a national campaign to bring awareness and enforcement to water ways to help prevent and stop boaters from boating under the influence. As...
Prep Your Pets For A Loud Holiday Weekend in Southwest Michigan
It might get a little loud in southwest Michigan this weekend-- to say the least!. In addition to the traditional 4th of July fireworks celebrations that will be on display throughout the area, the annual Field of Flight air show is set to kick off this Wednesday in Battle Creek.
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