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Popular Mexican Restaurant Chain Closing All Michigan Locations
The restaurant chain that trademarked the phrase 'Taco Tuesday' has disappeared from Michigan. At its peak, Taco John's operated and franchised close to 400 restaurants in 23 states, according to its LinkedIn page. About Taco John's. According to the website, the chain grew from a taco stand established in 1968...
Deep Space Radio Signal Just Reached Earth, But Who Sent It?
In what one industry website calls an "astonishing discovery," a deep space radio signal has reached Earth after 8 billion years. Earth.com says the "mysterious and powerful burst or radio waves" spent billions of years traveling before reaching Earth. The website believe it is one of the most powerful radio signals ever captured due to its distance and energy.
17 Smells That 1980s Kids Will Instantly Recognize
It’s no secret that certain smells can trigger core memories, and there’s even science to back it up (though clearly I’m not exactly a scientist, so you’ll just have to trust me on that). I’ve talked before about how certain iconic foods and summer toys can...
Renaissance Center Facing Demolition: The Impact Of WFH Michigan
Michigan's office culture is fighting a losing battle, and it's not without casualties. With General Motors (GM) announcing in April 2024 that they're vacating Michigan's Renaissance Center, the iconic centerpiece of the Detroit skyline could be facing 'partial demolition,' according to ClickOnDetroit. Maybe it was the pandemic, maybe it's a...
Uriah Heep Announces Farewell Tour
British rock legends Uriah Heep have announced their farewell tour. In a video message to fans, Mick Box, the band’s last surviving original member, revealed the news. “Who can believe next year is 55 years since the band started, and that's just so amazing. I know many of you have been with us since the beginning, and we do thank you for that. It means the world to us,” the rocker said in part. "Unfortunately, we have made the decision to wind down touring the whole world next year under the title of 'Magician's Farewell'. In fact, The Magician's Farewell.”
Holy Moly – Priest From Michigan To Appear on ‘Jeopardy’
A priest from Michigan will soon be a contestant on Jeopardy. Father Steve Jakubowski from Grand Rapids, will appear on the popular game show tonight, Thursday, September 19th, 2024. According to Big Rapids News, Father Jakubowski will face off against current Jeopardy champion Chris Lindsay from Carmel, California, and Jen...
What’s the Voter Registration Deadline for the 2024 General Election?
Every state has a different deadline to register to vote in the upcoming general election on Nov. 5. Some states even allow for same-day registration on Election Day. Of course, you'll want to make sure your home state is on the list before you head to the polls. There's even...
Feds Drop Interest Rates – What Does it Mean for Michigan?
The Federal Reserve announced on Tuesday (9/17) that it is cutting interest rates by half a percentage point, and all indications point to this being good news for Michigan residents. The interest rate cut, the first in more than four years, is considered overall good news for consumers looking to...
October 2024 New Music Releases
October promises deep dives into key moments in rock history, the return of a seminal punk band and some exciting live recordings. Queen's 1973 debut album has been renamed and expanded for a six-CD/1-LP collector's edition reissue. Now dubbed Queen I, the set boasts a revised track listing featuring "Mad the Swine," which was originally omitted, along with demos, sessions, live cuts and a previously unreleased recording from Queen’s first-ever live performance in London. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' 1982 album Long After Dark also returns with a new mix and extras taken from performances on French TV.
Stevie Wonder Announces October 2024 US Tour
Stevie Wonder will embark on a U.S. tour next month titled "Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart," leading up to the 2024 presidential election. The 10-date trek, which gets its name from Wonder's recently released single, kicks off on Oct. 8 in Pittsburgh and concludes on Oct. 30 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Tickets go on sale Friday.
This Michigan City Ranked One Of The Worst For Coffee Lovers
Detroit-style pizza is a real crowd-pleaser, but Detroit coffee is not. A recent list of best coffee cities in America has the Motor City close to dead last. According to Wallet Hub, Detroit is one of the worst coffee cities in the United States. I know nothing about the coffee...
How Depeche Mode Found Their ‘Personal Jesus’ in Elvis Presley
Depeche Mode both shocked and enthralled listeners when they released their 1989 single “Personal Jesus.”. Conservative groups, taking the song at face value, believed it was blasphemous. Depeche Mode already had a history of using religious imagery in their tunes, and “Personal Jesus” – with lines about confession, prayers and faith, on top of its titular phrase – seemed to take a skewed perspective on Christianity.
Ratt’s ‘Out of the Cellar’ Reissue to Include Unreleased Song
Ratt will commemorate the 40th anniversary of their star-making debut album Out of the Cellar with a new reissue featuring a previously unreleased track from the 1983 recording sessions. The album will be reissued in red and black splatter vinyl with a lenticular cover and a bonus neon orange 7-inch...
Robert Trujillo’s Guilt at Quitting Ozzy’s Band to Join Metallica
Robert Trujillo explained why the $1 million signing-on payment made to him by Metallica wasn’t high in his priorities when he joined the band in 2003. The moment is captured in the band’s Some Kind of Monster documentary after they spent months trying to recruit a replacement for Jason Newsted and Trujillo had auditioned during that period.
George Harrison’s ‘Material World’ Returns With Expanded Reissue
George Harrison's gold-selling international Top 5 smash Living in the Material World will be expanded with a suite of expanded 50th-anniversary reissue packages. The limited-edition super deluxe edition spans 2CDs, 2LPs and a Blu-ray with a new Dolby Atmos mix. Included are 12 previously unreleased recordings, a 60-page booklet and artwork from the Harrison archive. An included seven-inch single also features a previously unheard recording of "Sunshine Life for Me (Sail Away Raymund)" with Ringo Starr and members of the Band.
A Look Inside the Eerily Empty Courtland Center Mall
Once the cornerstone of American shopping culture, malls across Michigan and the country face a steep decline. What were once thriving retail centers, hot spots for social gatherings, and entertainment have largely become ghostly echoes of their former glory. As online shopping continues to soar and consumer habits shift towards...
Why Joe Satriani Backed Out of Van Halen ‘Kitchen Sink’ Tour
Joe Satriani revealed he was persuaded several times to sign up for Van Halen’s proposed “kitchen sink” tour but backed out every time. He said that taking part in Sammy Hagar’s Best of All Worlds road trip was a completely different prospect from the idea suggested by Alex Van Halen and David Lee Roth, soon after Eddie Van Halen died in 2020.
Iron Maiden Announces 50th Anniversary World Tour
Iron Maiden announced the first dates of their 50th anniversary world tour, which will start in May 2025. Marking five decades since bassist Steve Harris formed the band, the Run for Your Lives shows will focus on their first nine albums, from 1980’s self-titled debut to 1992’s Fear of the Dark.
When Will Michigan Finally See Real Fall Weather?
Even though the leaves are slowly starting to change colors for fall, the warm summer temps are still hanging on. This is a great problem to have unless you’re someone anticipating Michigan’s annual sweater weather. I know we're kind of getting ahead of ourselves here—I mean, technically, it’s...
The Man Who Threw the 1st Football Forward Pass Lived in St. Louis, Michigan
This man came to live in Michigan after he had already achieved his fame. His name was Bradbury Robinson, born in Ohio in 1884. He played football for the University of Wisconsin in 1903 and St Louis University from 1904-1907. Brad made history when he became the first person to...
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