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Migrating To Michigan: Millions Of Birds Return After Winter
As children, we learned that most bird species would vacate the northern parts of the United States during the winter months as it was too cold and bare for them to survive. Then, during the spring months when everything blossoms and the temperatures begin to rise, they come back in large flocks to their summer homes. I never really paid attention to the amount of birds growing up but after this, I may take very serious note in the migration activity.
Could Michigan Add New Statewide Alert Soon?
Amber Alert is one of the most monumental instruments that was added to our world as it has saved so many lives. Amber Alerts were made to notify the state and/or country that there was someone holding a child hostage that shouldn't have them. Many children have been reunited with their parents after being a victim to kidnapping due to an Amber Alert being issued with information of their looks and car type.
VIRAL LIE: No, Michigan Is NOT Allowing Smoking In Their Stadiums
It seems like almost every single day on Facebook you run into yet another copy-pasta post that leads thousands of people to believe that something that is clearly meant for satire or is just straight-up fake information is actually true. The most recent of which comes from the Roseville Michigan resident group about the upcoming NFL season at Ford Field.
Help Find Family of Michigan Man Whose WWII Red Cross Certificate Forgotten In Old Desk
There are so many great Michiganders who gave their time and effort during World War 2 that it's hard to recognize them all. But one former Michigander, who has since passed away, may have left an heirloom that should probably make its way back to his family. Someone recently acquired...
Michigan Cereal Festival Makes Its Annual Return In June
The Battle Creek Cereal Festival is returning for 2024. It almost seems like perfect timing that the announcement would be made for the return of the national serial festival to be held June 8 at the Festival Market Square in downtown Battle Creek. Kellogg and Post have been in pop...
17th Annual Summer EuroFest Car Show Happening In Martin, Michigan
Car shows are rich part of Michigan summer traditions as every summer whether it’s hot rods, sports cars, classic cars, or even customize vehicles that people have made. They’re always seems to be a car show of some sort happening every single weekend. Considering that Michigan has had...
Here’s How Michigan Teachers’ Salaries Stack Up With the Nation
Education is one of the pillars of our society. Without it, we'd be in a great deal more trouble than we already are. Unfortunately, not everyone values it the same way. Sure, there is plenty you can achieve as an adult without attending college, but grade-school teachers help shape our communities. In many places around the country, the effort largely goes unappreciated and is undervalued.
Bell’s Announces Oberon Summer Shandy Pack with Three New Flavors
During this year's Oberon Day, there were two topics that were most talked about in the crowd - the lines, and the Shandies. Oberon announced ahead of 2024 Oberon Day they would be creating their first ever Oberon Shandy drinks, and debut them at the annual Spring release party. Well,...
Illinois Has The 8th Highest Tax Rate In America
Every year, all working adults who are not dependents are required to report their income, expenses, and other necessary financial information to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). If they don't do so they are subject to financial penalty or even incarceration, as they are required to file taxes at the state and federal level. Federal rates are set by the federal government and IRS while state tax rates are much different.
Michigan Football Just Did Something No Other Program Has Ever Done
Michigan Football is known for it's accolades. They are the winningest program in NCAAF history with 1004 to the program, and the second-highest winning percentage behind Ohio State... but just barely. They won the first Rose bowl, have 12 National Championships to their name, and have not only the largest stadium in all of college football, but in the entire country.
Big Change Coming To Mcdonalds Locations in Michigan
In the last 5 years, the United States has seen unreal levels of inflation affecting every part of our lives. Everything from gas, insurance, and the housing market to clothing, services, and even food. Fast food has been one of the industries that have "grown" the most during this time of inflation after the Covid-19 pandemic. Although they have reported the rise in prices for products they are still reporting record levels of profitability, so what's going on?
Michigan Governor Whitmer Making Strong Push For Free Community College
The idea of free ation has been something that has been debated for many years now with no proper solution. Many people feel like education should not be free or the other side of the argument is that with the continuous struggle to find your way into your desired career versus the amount of money that you spent to achieve your degree is completely off-balance.
This Michigan Food Truck is The Best Bang For Your Buck
I'm not sure when the trend of excellent food trucks began, but boy am I here for it. There's nothing quite like walking a downtown street, seeing an interesting truck and stopping by for a quick, and usually cheap, meal. Food trucks have garnered a strong reputation over the years...
Debate: Are Post Cereals Actually Better than Kellogg’s?
Full Disclosure, I'm not much of a cereal person. I'm really not much of a breakfast person. But that's not to say cereal hasn't played a big part in my growing up. As a child in the late 80s and 90s, I was inundated with commercials and advertising for cereals, all designed for children (and their parents), and from what I can remember, despite my lack of excitement for EATING cereal... I still wanted it.
Kalamazoo’s Big Banana Car Is On Its Way Back to Michigan
This our sign that summer is right around the corner!. Just like the rest of the snow birds in Michigan, Kalamazoo's Big Banana Car makes its way down south for the winter; its annual migration back to Michigan can only mean one thing:. Summer is all but here!. About the...
Terrifying Dashcam Footage Released of Louisville Bridge Accident
Back on March 1st, the world watched intently as an 18-wheeler dangled off the Clark Memorial Bridge in Louisville after being struck by a pickup truck. We were captivated by the images and by the daring rescue of the driver. Trevor Branham, 33, was arrested later that month in connection...
Why Does This Bird’s Call Make People Nostalgic for Their Childhood?
Not too long ago, a curious trend swept across the internet. People were going on about how a single sound was somehow triggering a wave of nostalgia for them and transporting them back to the simple days of their childhoods. This was particularly resonating with '90s kids. Nostalgia triggers like...
Meth, Hydrocodone Found in Pac-Man Arcade Machine Lands Three Michiganders in Jail
It's Game over for three drug dealers in southwest Michigan after their distribution ring was given up by the most unlikely of suspects - Pac-Man. Authorities say the three men have officially been sentenced for their roles in moving Methamphetamine and hydrocodone through southwest Michigan. Police also say they were caught on conspiracy of selling fentanyl as well, which has become one of the top killers in the illegal drug rings in and around Michigan.
10 of the Top 12 Largest High School Basketball Arenas are in Indiana
Indiana natives are known as Hoosiers. Why? Nobody knows, but it's no secret that the Hoosiers know how to ball. Aside from their incredible records from both top-tier colleges, down to the lowly Indiana State programs, Indiana is known for their basketball programs. High School is no different, and it...
Heading to Michigan’s Adventure This Summer? Here’s What You Need to Know
Are you ready for some Pure Michigan fun in the sun? Well, it doesn't get any more Michigan than this. Just like Ohio has Cedar Point in Sandusky, here in The Mitten we have Michigan's Adventure!. Each summer families across the state cram the kiddos into the van to spend...
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