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Michigan’s Country Music Scene: Who Is Madison Olivia?
If not for Jolene Bisbee, Michigan country music fans might never have heard from Madison Olivia. Jolene Bisbee is Madison's grandmother. "GranGran", as Madison calls her, pursued a singing career of her own back in the day, even opening shows for such country music legends as George Jones. Madison remembers accompanying Jolene to numerous concerts and watching her in the spotlight. It lit a fire in Madison, even as a young girl.
Prevailing wage law expanded to wind, solar energy projects in Michigan
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an expansion of the state's prevailing wage law on Tuesday, extending prevailing wage requirements to construction for solar and wind energy projects. The state's prevailing wage law requires the pay and benefits offered to workers on a state-backed construction project to match or surpass the standard wages and...
College students across Michigan showcase their work
EAST LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Michigan State University held the 14th annual Mid-Michigan Symposium for Undergraduate Research Experiences (Mid-SURE). Mid-SURE gives students from other colleges across the state an opportunity to present and share their research projects. More than 300 students took place in the showcase, ranging their topics from...
Nearly every Rite Aid in Michigan closing: See list of 165 stores
The number of Rite Aid stores closing in Michigan keeps growing as the pharmacy chain will likely be exiting the state entirely. Rite Aid has listed 165 closed Michigan stores in court documents – nearly all of the 185 currently operating – since declaring bankruptcy last year. But...
In Detroit, Whitmer puts focus on safety and jobs while signing off on $83B budget
Following a roaring introduction from Detroit Fire Department Chief James Harris, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Wednesday put her signature to the $82.5 billion state budget for Fiscal Year 2025 after touting funds for public safety, economic security and infrastructure. Whitmer gathered with Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, Michigan House Speaker Joe Tate (D-Detroit), Senate Majority Leader […]
Old Farmer’s Almanac early fall forecast puts part of Michigan in the cool zone
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its extended Fall 2024 outlook for the United States, providing folksy thoughts on the temperature and precipitation outlooks for the country. In the outlook, warmer than average temperatures are expected for the western half of the country, with near to slightly below average...
Macomb County rescue slammed with needy animals: ‘I don’t know if we’re going to pull out of this’
At a time when Clinton Township-based nonprofit A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue has seen its resources stretched to the limits, its founder said its longstanding partnership with PetSmart Charities has provided crucial funding and support. A ReJoyceful Animal Rescue was founded in 2007 and has been working with PetSmart Charities for...
Jim Harbaugh’s Michigan football shadow is impossible for Sherrone Moore to shed quickly — Jimmy Watkins
INDIANAPOLIS — Sherrone Moore stood in Jim Harbaugh’s shoes, holding his press conference during Jim Harbaugh’s media time slot while Michigan’s trio of Big Ten banners hung overhead with block “M” logos that might as well feature Harbaugh’s face and spectacles. Moore helped...
Video game lounges and 18 new storefronts coming to Detroit Metro Airport
ROMULUS, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) — Detroit Metro Airport is announcing some big additions that might change how you travel there.Twenty new ways that air travelers can use to pass the time at DTW are expected to open in 2025. With new restaurants and retail stores on the way, we're taking a look at what you can expect.Twelve new retail stores will sell all things Detroit, including beloved brands like Detroit Vs Everybody, and a new 24-hour option named after Detroit's oldest neighborhood."Giving local businesses and local products a place to be showcased, and also elevating our level of service with...
Where you can watch Local 4 News during Paris Summer Olympics
DETROIT – As night falls in Paris, the city is buzzing as final preparations get underway ahead of Friday’s opening ceremonies. Over a billion people worldwide are expected to tune in, so we are committed to ensuring you can see every moment of the games on Local 4.
Teens Steal $1 Million in High-End Jeeps From Warren Assembly Plant
About 10 high-end Jeep Wagoneers have been boosted from the Warren Stamping Plant and authorities say the thieves are all under the age of 18. Have you ever looked at the price of a new Jeep Grand Wagoner? I have, not because I'll ever be in the market for one, but because I'm a Jeep fan. (They don't give these babies away.) The high-priced, luxury Jeeps are worth close to $1 million.
Oregon’s Dan Lanning expecting ‘fun experience’ in first trip to Ann Arbor
INDIANAPOLIS — The last time that Michigan football saw Dan Lanning roaming a sideline, he was working as an analyst for ESPN for the national championship game. The time before that, however, wasn’t too good of a time if you’re a Wolverine. Before he took over the Oregon program, Lanning was the defensive coordinator for Georgia under Kirby Smart. But after the Bulldogs won the national championship that year, he was wooed to lead the charge for the Ducks on the West Coast. This year, Lanning will be coming to Ann Arbor as a visiting head coach, set to face off against the...
University of Michigan gymnast Frederick Richard discusses Olympic legacy ahead of Paris summer games
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Local 4 has been getting to know some athletes with Michigan connections, such as Frederick Richard, who is heading to the Olympics with huge goals. Not only does Richard want to win gold in Paris, but the 20-year-old University of Michigan gymnastics phenom also wants the 2024 games to be the start of his story as he aims to be the best ever to do it.
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