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Massive Ground Beef Recall in Michigan
If you purchased ground beef products after March 28th, you should make sure you didn't buy one of these products. E. coli is nothing to mess with. That's why the USDA has sent out an alert regarding ground beef that was likely sold in Michigan that could contain E. coli O157:H7,
It’s Happening! Carriage Horses Are Returning to Mackinac Island
It's an annual Rite of Spring! Each year hundreds of horses arrive by the ferry load as the island prepares for the upcoming tourist season-- which is practically here!. Each spring up to 600 Percheron and Belgian draft, Hackney, and grade horses are transported each year from the Pickford area in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to the famously automobile-free island.
13 Michigan Communities Now Named ‘Prettiest Towns’ In The State
Michigan is known for its beautiful scenery, charming small towns, lakeside communities and historic downtowns. And whether you're looking for a beach getaway, a taste of small town-charm, or a relaxing retreat, these 13 small towns were named the prettiest in the state and are worth a road trip to visit.
New College Football Game News Opens the Door for Michigan Cover Athlete
May is approaching, which means fans of EA Sports's college football video game are about to learn a ton about the first game in the series in over a decade. There has been loads of speculation on everything concerning the game. One thing that always grabs fan attention is who the cover athlete will be. While that won't be announced for some time, fans did get some helpful news concerning the reveal.
Every Michigan Spot That’s ‘Diners, Drive-ins And Dives’ Approved
Michigan is home to some incredible restaurants known not only across the state for their delicious dishes but also across the U.S. Guy Fieri has pulled up to several Michigan restaurants in his red Camaro. And these Michigan spots where he's grabbed a bite are 'Diners, Drive-Ins And Dives' approved.
All Hell Broke Loose at Ohio State; Pro-Palestine Protests Continue
It's only been 54 years since the National Guard opened fire on a crowd of Vietnam protestors at Kent State, and yet here we are again, all across the United States, college campuses are being flooded with protestors and police, violently arresting professors and students for simply disagreeing with our own government.
Michigan’s First 5-Star Hotel Coming To Detroit
Traveling in luxury is something that only a few can enjoy on a regular while others splurge on themselves every so often to enjoy a nice vacation. The best conditions for travel and lodging are always the most expensive as first-class seats on flights are almost $1,000 while luxury hotel rooms can be upwards of $500 a night. Enjoying the finer things in life can take a toll on your wallet but it's worth it.
This Michigan Car Dealership Is Feuding With Customer On Social Media
Traverse City is like my home away from home, so when there’s heavy drama going on in the community I just so happened to stumble into, it can catch me by surprise. Recently in the Overheard in Traverse City group, some heavy drama is starting to unfold involving Williams Chevrolet and a resident of Traverse City. The man’s name is Keith Hammond, and he even went as far as spray painting William Chevy on the side of a truck with a sign that reads "the worst customer experience I’ve ever had," to see on the side of the road.
Ohio State University & University of Michigan Have Most Fake Instagram Followers
Social media is a major part of everybody’s life and to some people having the most followers deems how you are looked at in society. I have to admit that back in the MySpace days I wanted to gather as many different friends as possible. Now I take a look at my Facebook and I see that I have 1000 friends and I wonder, "How the hell did I get 1000 friends?"
Nearly 1 Million Michiganders Could Lose Internet Starting in May
A program that low-income people, veterans, and senior citizens use to access the Internet is set to expire in May. Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) has been responsible for hooking up 23 million households in the U.S. with affordable internet access. Just to put that in perspective, one in 6 U.S. households is currently taking advantage of ACP according to Whistleout.com,
The World’s Deadliest Bug Will Soon Swarm Michigan
We are going to see swarms of these deadly insects in Michigan this summer. Are you ready?. I am shocked that bees or hornets weren't the number 1 or number 2 most deadly insects. In case you haven't guessed it, we're talking about mosquitos. These tiny flying bugs have a surprisingly large impact on the world according to Discover Wildlife,
Here is Michigan’s #1 Best School District For 2024
Everybody believes that they went to the best high school, well almost everybody. The memories, achievements, and bonds that are built create a sense of pride. High school for the most part is some of the best years of your life and people remember them forever. High school alumni are some of the school's biggest supporters so they will always go to bat to say their alma mater is better than anyone else's.
Warren Trolling Detroit With New Hollywood-Like City Name Sign
Coming up this weekend is the little taste of the national football league that football fans get for the next few months until the preseason starts for the new season. The NFL draft is being hosted in Detroit and is expected to bring in hundreds of thousands of people who normally wouldn’t be joyously heading to Detroit.
Why Illinois or Michigan May Be Next To Have A Billion Dollar Lottery Winner
Many of us daydream about what it would be like to win the lottery. Personally, if I played the lottery and found out that I won over $1 billion it would probably send me into a panic attack and I’m not sure I would come out of it alive to be able to enjoy the winnings.
Keep An Eye on These National Retailers That Could Close Michigan Locations Soon
It seems every week one of my colleagues is writing about national businesses that are closing across the nation, including their locations in Michigan. It really shouldn't come as much of a surprise. Not all businesses have recovered well from the pandemic, and the steep rise of inflation and stagnant wages have made it difficult for consumers to, well, consume.
Michigan Restaurant Nominated For Best In USA
Every year there are hundreds of thousands of restaurants competing with each other for consumership but also for awards to show how good their food and business are. These restaurants take time to hire and train the right staff, create the perfect ambiance, and cater to their guests to receive the best reviews. Restaurants are looking for the perfect combination of service, atmosphere, food, drinks, and music/entertainment, some are more successful than others.
Common Cooking Herb Linked to Dangerous Bacterial Outbreak in Michigan
A very common herb, sold in many Midwest stores has been flagged by the FDA for causing a bacterial outbreak that has now infected multiple people in at least seven different states. And this product has been recalled from Michigan stores, meaning it's possible it could be in your cupboard...
Over 1 Million In Ohio May Lose Internet Starting In May
The Internet has become one of the most used tools in our everyday lives as humans. We rely on the internet for communication, work-related programming, recalling information, and more every single day. Many people have also moved on from linear television and radio and choose to stream their entertainment using the internet, meaning the internet industry is growing.
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