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Ascension Hospitals in Michigan Victims of Cyber Attack
Patients and hospital staff are having a very hard time during a current cyber attack. One of my co-workers came into work frustrated this morning after her doctor's appointment didn't go as planned. At this Kalamazoo area Ascension Borgess location they were having issues finding her in the system to check her in. It turns out, this is not an isolated incident according to an Ascension employee who anonymously spoke with the Free Press,
Will Tornadoes Become More Common in Southwest Michigan?
I ran across a post on Reddit Wednesday that was strangely timed. It asked, "Why do people continue to live in areas where there are tornadoes?" Now, I grew up in southern Alabama where hurricanes and tornadoes were a regular threat. When I was a child, I asked my mom the same question. And on the surface, it's a fair question. Why not live somewhere where we aren't at risk of losing everything because of a random, uncontrollable occurrence?
This Detroit Restaurant’s Breakfast Sandwich Was Named Best in Michigan
Hot Take: Breakfast food is the best food. The options are so versatile and always seem to give you a spark of energy and a comforting feeling. But maybe the best thing is how the foods combine for true masterpieces. Now, I'm from the south where biscuits are king. But...
Once Popular T-shirt Brand Down to One Remaining Store in the Entire World
There were those '80s and '90s T-shirt brands than everyone knew. Names like Big Johnson, Hypercolor and B.U.M. Equipment each saw huge surges in popularity only to fizzle out in a couple years. Another logo frequently spotted around high school halls and in bars at that time was Big Dogs.
Can You Identify These Awesome ’80s Movies From a Single Freeze-Frame?
The fashion! The neon! The neon fashion! You are invited to step into the ultimate '80s time capsule as we look at some of the most iconic movies from this awesomely golden age of filmmaking. But, you're going to have to work for it. Here's the twist: We're only going...
The ‘Authentic’ Ohio-Style Taco Is an Abomination To All Mankind!
I'm usually a fan of trying regional foods with an open mind. Tacos in particular are VERY territorial, and different parts of the country, different regions of even Mexico, and even other South American countries have their own spin on what goes in a taco. But by far, I've never...
Most Overpriced Restaurant In U.S. Has Over 200 Locations In MI
Whether you're looking for a night out or just a break from the kitchen, you can easily find a restaurant in Michigan that caters to both. Depending on what kind of meal you're looking for, some choices may be more expensive than others. One popular restaurant in Michigan may surprise you as it was named the most overpriced in the U.S.
If You Bought Beef From Walmart In Ohio Recently, You Could Have E. Coli
It’s always important to pay attention to any kind of recalls that are happening that the USDA announces. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety, and Inspection Service does a great job of keeping the public informed of tainted meat and other edible products that may have gone bad or contain some kind of dangerous element to it.
Pictures and Videos of Southwest Michigan Tornado Damage
(UPDATE) Photos and videos of massive damage have poured in after a night of extremely dangerous weather including multiple tornados in Southwest Michigan. The National Weather Service has officially confirmed that 4 tornados touched down Tuesday evening in Michigan leaving many people displaced and nearly 23,000 people without power. 4...
Did You Hear Sirens During Tuesday’s Storms?
Of course, the news out of Portage and several other surrounding communities is tough to hear. Multiple homes, and businesses were damaged after at least one tornado cut through Portage, right down Centre Avenue, and then to the east of Three Rivers near Colon and Union City. As more and...
Michigan Issued Its First Ever Tornado Emergency on Tuesday
Tuesday night in Southwest Michigan was not without its excitement. Several confirmed tornado touchdowns, including one that dropped near Mattawan, and moved through Texas Corners and Portage, just south of I-94. And another that touched down near Centreville, and moved through Colon, Sherwood, Union City, and Burlington. But it's that...
What to do When You Spot an Ohio License Plate in Michigan
It happens to the best of us. You're cruising down the highway, obeying every Michigan traffic law except the speed limit, and then you look over and see a hideous sight. An Ohio license plate. Its weird, red triangle may as well be a harbinger of doom to all who dare share the road with it.
Southwest Michigan’s Favorite Hair Stylists in 2024
Who are the best hairstylists in the Kalamazoo area? After nearly 3,000 votes, the results are in for your favorite hairstylists in Southwest Michigan. In an effort to show local hairstylists some love for National Hairstylist Day, April 25th, we asked you to nominate and then vote for your favorite hairstylists from South Haven to Kalamazoo. In fact, we received nominations from Allegan, Kalamazoo, Van Buren, Branch, Berrien, Cass, Calhoun, and St. Joseph counties. Did you vote for the person that makes you look good? Less than 1.5% of the votes separated the #1, #2, and #3 hairstylists this year. They cut it close this year. Scroll down to see the results of this year's poll.
These Might Be The Coolest Images of Michigan from Space
Michigan is so distinct on any map. Like the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Grand Canyon, and the Great Barrier Reef, it is easily seen from space, and is the only American inland state whose borders are easily identifiable. As such, Michigan is quite the sight from space, whether it's...
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