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Popular Chain Restaurant Abruptly Closing Locations, MI Affected
Michigan offers incredible restaurant choices when we want delicious meals we don't have to cook. And with so many chain restaurants in the Great Lakes State, many choose them for their familiar menu items. But that may no longer be an option for us as one chain restaurant has abruptly closed locations in the U.S. and Michigan.
Plan An Unforgettable Trip To Michigan’s Most Underrated City
No matter what season you choose to plan a vacation in Michigan, you'll have a different experience every time. And while many people choose to visit the bigger cities in the Great Lakes State, the small towns offer an unforgettable getaway hiding in plain sight. And one of those small-town gems in Michigan was ranked as one of the most underrated cities you must visit in the U.S.
Insulin Users In Michigan Should Know This
Diabetics have trouble producing insulin on their own and need additional insulin to function properly. Diabetics must also monitor their glucose sugar levels as insulin is the hormone created by the body to help break down and correctly use glucose and having too much or too little sugar can have severe consequences. With that being said, things are not the easiest for diabetics right now as they deal with insulin shortages.
30+ Candies Sold at Michigan, Ohio Walmarts, Targets, More Stores Recalled
A massive candy recall has been issued by the FDA. An Iowa candy company that ships confectionary candies across the nation self-reported the recall of over 30 candy and sweet treat products in early May. Palmer Candy Company, based in Sioux City, Iowa, announced the recall of its "White Coated...
Kalamazoo Athlete Training Facility To Have Grand Opening In June
Working out and staying fit is one of the longest past times of all time but is also one of the most important and few past times that has lifelong benefits. We have all heard the doctors, health experts, and even teachers tell us that at least one hour a day of physical activity a day was needed. Now, being in a fit physical shape that works for your body and lifestyle is important but it's not necessarily the end all be all.
Breathtaking Photos of Michigan’s Aurora Borealis You Won’t Think Are Real
In one week, we saw both sides of the spectrum as far as weather is concerned in Michigan. Starting off with early last week we got the worst weather we've seen in SWMI in a long time. Southwest Michigan suffered an F2 tornado that would plow its way through multiple cities and cause millions of dollars worth of damage. Luckily for, the residents here in Michigan, there is zero reported deaths from this tornado.
What weapons are illegal in Michigan?
There are items that I didn't even know could be used as weapons that are illegal in Michigan. When most people think of weapons, their minds immediately go to guns and knives. Some of you crazy people may think of bombs. However, the list of illegal weapons in Michigan is a plethora of different and dangerous items. Some of which I would've never considered a weapon in the first place. Let's start with the obvious items that are included in The Michigan Penal Code (Excerpt) Act 328 of 1931.
The Shocking History of the Original Starbucks Name and Logo
Starbucks almost had a much different name that didn't exactly go over well with those charting out the coffee chain's future. Before we get into its first-proposed name, let's look at how Starbucks got its current name. The original Starbucks opened in Seattle's Pike Place Market in 1971 with a...
Was This Weekend’s Aurora Borealis Actually a ‘Fabricated Light Show?’
This past weekend, Michigan, and really a large part of the country, were treated to an incredible show in the night sky. A large geomagnetic storm was projected from the sun, and its radiation impacted Earth's Atmosphere, reacts, and creates what we know as the Aurora Borealis, aka "The Northern Lights."
Kalamazoo, Michigan Welcomes First Baby Café For Breastfeeding Moms
Organizers celebrated the cafe's grand opening May 9, 2024. Based on a national model, Kalamazoo's first Baby Café is designed to help educate families and breastfeeding moms across Southwest Michigan. What Is a Baby Café?. According to the press release this public space was made possible in part...
$37,000 Found in Two Marysville, Ohio Public Restrooms
For the second time in a week, thousands of dollars have been found hidden in a public restroom in the same small Ohio town. Marysville is a small town with less than 26,000 residents that sits about 30 minutes Northwest of Columbus, Ohio. You've probably never heard of Marysville, as nothing crazy is going down in that sleepy town. Or is it? Last weekend an employee of the Avalon movie theatre noticed a man acting a little shifty before walking into the public restroom. The next day, $25,000 was found in that bathroom. Less than a week later, another $12 grand was found according to ABC 6,
OPINION: Worst Intersection In Michigan Isn’t Even An Intersection, It’s A Meijer Parking Lot
And you can't tell me I'm alone in this! There's just something about faded lines and patchwork pavement that makes all the rules fly right out the car window, am I right?. Ask any of my friends and family and they will tell you: I'm a notorious rule-follower. They exist...
34 Northern Lights Photos That Are Way Better Than What You Posted on Social Media
A colorful light show entered the sky over several parts of the U.S. over the weekend thanks to the Northern Lights finding their way south. The Northern Lights, also known as aurora borealis, are regularly visible in Alaska and, on occasion, some parts of the Pacific Northwest. Space.com describes the...
Michigan Is Home To The Most Romantic Vacation Spot In America
Michigan's beautiful landscape makes it a top state to choose a romantic spot for you and your loved one to enjoy a romantic getaway. Whether it's a small, picturesque town or the bright lights of a big city, you're bound to have an unforgettable trip to the Mitten. One Michigan gem was recently named one of the most romantic spots for a vacation in America.
Michigan Map Shows Root Origin Of County Names
There are well over 50 counties in Michigan, with most of them being in the Lower Peninsula. The counties are to states what states are to America, counties are the smaller regions of land that the state are divided into. The cool thing about counties is that they are able to set their own laws, programs, and make other legal decisions that only affect that county but must still abide by the statewide laws, ordinances, and programs.
Michigan Residents Could Soon Pay-Per-Mile To Drive In The State
It's no surprise that Michigan roads are in bad shape and seem to worsen. And county roads and bridges need more than double the existing funding to maintain them. And now lawmakers are considering a new way to fund the roads by requiring Michigan drivers to pay per mile driven.
These Are The Best Places To Get A TRUE Michigan Pasty
I firmly believe as a Michigander, one of the rights of passage to becoming a true Michigander is to find the best place to get a pasty. This traditional meat pie has been pretty much adopted as one of Michigan’s state foods, aside from the Coney dog. But pasties have a rich history in Michigan, even though they were traditionally made in England.
Michigan’s Own William Shakespeare Has One Incredible Story To Tell
Anytime I bring up to anybody that William Shakespeare was from Kalamazoo. I get looks like I’m crazy. That is until I tell them about the fact that there is not just one William Shakespeare, but multiple. The one we know worldwide is nothing compared to the one that we know from here in Kalamazoo.
Happy Anniversary to the Loudest Fart Ever, Recorded in Flint Michigan
Michigan is known for being a record-setting state, and has had at least 10 current world records set within its borders. We're a group of people who love to go above and beyond in what we do, and the world "excess" doesn't exist in our vocabulary. But there's one record...
Can You Cut Neighbor’s Tree Branch Hanging Over Your Property?
Can you legally cut a branch off of your neighbor's tree that's hanging over your fence? The answer might surprise you. There have been many viral videos on TikTok involving disputes around this topic. Few things will turn your life upside down worse than neighbor wars. We're going to take a look at case law for Michiganders along with best practices to help you live good in your neighborhood.
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