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Rising prices cause tampon shortage in Michigan
Many women in Michigan find themselves lacking access to menstrual health products because of their financial situation amid rising prices. Local non-profits are working to provide the products many of us take for granted, but they're experiencing a shortage of tampons.
New Plymouth football QB Pheiffer will 'do whatever I can to help the team have success'
Plymouth football coach Greg Souldourian is easing in his new quarterback by relying on advice he received from a mentor when he first became a head coach. Yep, there's no doubt about it: The Wildcats have lost some dudes. Among the several starters they lost to graduation are three-star Northwestern...
Big Lots to close 4 stores in Michigan: List of locations affected
Big Lots plans to close 35 to 40 stores this year, including several in Michigan. The discount realtor headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, has more than 1,392 stores in 48 states as of May 4, according to a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in June where the company noted the...
Healthcare center construction underway in northeast Michigan
Construction has begun for a new senior service center in Alpena, which will provide services in-house and to residents homes as needed. The project has been in the works since 2023. The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a non-profit organization whose goal is to provide the...
"War Criminal": Rep. Rashida Tlaib protests Netanyahu's visit to Congress
Michigan representative Rashida Tlaib protested Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress, displaying a sign reading “War Criminal” and “Guilty of Genocide,” as his country’s attack on Gaza has killed nearly 40,000 people. Tlaib, who also wore a keffiyeh to the Congressional gallery,...
Michigan’s ‘bison wrangler’ shares secrets of the Domino’s Farms herd
ANN ARBOR — On the northeast edge of Ann Arbor, between M-14 and Domino’s Farms, is where the buffalo roam. There, drivers on their daily commute can often catch a glimpse of a herd of 75 bison, grazing across a 90-acre pasture that is part of the Domino’s Farms complex. If they look closely enough, they may also see the beat-up red Ford pickup of Todd Crocker, the herd’s official bison wrangler.
Michigan dry spell won’t last long, next rain speeding up
We do have several dry and nice weather days coming for all of Michigan. The parade of rain systems is not going to take a big break however. The next rain is moving toward us from a not-so-frequent trajectory. This next rain is also moving a day faster than what it looked like yesterday.
Digital license plates being pulled from market in Michigan
Michigan’s experiment with digital license plates is coming to an end, for now at least. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson earlier this month sent letters to about 1,700 drivers with digital license plates that they will have to go back to a standard metal plate at the time of their next registration.
Michigan Little League team disqualified from state Junior League tournament
Major news in the local world of amateur baseball came down on Tuesday as the Taylor North Little League Major Division (12U) team was disqualified from the Michigan tournament. According to Little League, the local association was barred due to having a player on the roster that was deemed ineligible.
Arc Livingston Launches Inclusive Book List During Disability Pride Month
July marks Disability Pride Month and a local non-profit is not only celebrating but has launched an inclusive book list. The Arc Livingston launched its Inclusive Book List during July’s Disability Pride Month by partnering with local libraries and the 2 Dandelions Bookstore in Brighton to feature inclusive book displays, a bookmark contest celebrating inclusion, and book readings. Libraries participating include the Brighton District Library, Cromaine District Library in Hartland, Howell Carnegie Library, and Pinckney Community Public Library.
Incumbent, 2 challengers vie for Augusta Township supervisor seat in Republican primary
WASHTENAW COUNTY - Augusta Township Supervisor Brian Shelby is running for re-election, taking on two Republican challengers in the upcoming Aug. 6 primary election. Shelby, who has served as the township’s supervisor since 2020, will face off against Allan Cassell and Todd Waller. Shelby defeated Cassell in the 2020...
U.S. 23 ramp to M-14 closing for maintenance in Washtenaw County
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI -- Drivers should prepare for the closure of a U.S. 23 ramp this weekend. The northbound U.S. 23 ramp to westbound M-14 is closing for maintenance from 9 p.m. Friday, July 26, to 5 a.m. Monday, July 29, according to the Michigan Department of Transportation. Traffic is...
Free Dental Exams & X-Rays Offered During ‘CCH Dental Days’
Central City Health (CCH) will host “CCH Dental Days” in August, offering free dental exams and X-rays to the community. The events will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays, August 2, 23, and 30, located at 10 Peterboro St. in Midtown Detroit. This health and wellness initiative is designed to enhance oral health in the community by providing comprehensive dental care to those in need. CCH Dental Days is available to Detroit and Wayne County residents regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
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