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Election Sign Battle in Michigan Neighborhood Spurs Viral Videos
A Michigan woman has just gone crazy viral because of a battle with her neighbor over Kamala Harris For President Election lawn signs. Let's just say, things escalated quickly. Birmingham, Michigan resident Nikki Vinckier was super excited when she found out that Kamala Harris was running for president. She wanted...
Experts Say You Should NEVER Stay At This Michigan Hotel
Let me start off by saying that I'm sure that not every location of the hotel we mention in this article are not ALL terrible, but the fact that other people out there are experiencing the same issues that I experienced while on vacation, is not a good sign. There are a few hotels that people are calling out for being the worst you can stay at, and I have conflicting feelings about them being paired together.
Proof That Ohio is Full of Bad Drivers
According to a recent study, Ohio drivers have the 2nd most speeding tickets in the United States. Insurify crunched numbers of Ohio drivers in each state with speeding tickets on their driver records over the last 7 years compared to those without,. The Insurify data team compared the number of...
This Is What A Rescue From Sleeping Bear Dunes Looks Like
Maybe you've unfortunately had the experience of being rescued from Sleeping Bear Dunes firsthand-- or know someone who has!. Each year nearly one million guests visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and if you've ever been to the scenic Lake Michigan overlook along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive you know what a feat it is to climb that dune: a steep 450 feet from top to bottom!
Scam Alert: If you See These 5 Area Codes in Michigan, Do NOT Answer Your Phone
Is it just me, or have our phones been ringing off the hook a LOT more lately? Seriously, I think on average, I'm used to one call from either family, or someone at work, once a day. But out of NOWHERE, I've been getting 10-15 calls a day from the same Michigan Area codes... ALL of them SPAM!
Student Safety: The Most Dangerous Colleges in Michigan
When we send our children off to college or attend ourselves, it can be terrifying for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, one of the most prominent is how dangerous college campuses and towns can be. The issues aren't confined to a few places, either. Many colleges across the country have...
Here’s Why We’re Excited For The 2024 Allegan County Fair
Don't get it twisted, I don't want summer to end either. But you know what? It's still going to. Don't fret there are still plenty of reasons to get excited for fall; mainly the Allegan County Fair!. Full disclosure: I grew up in Allegan, Michigan so believe me when I...
The Internet Can’t Handle This Indiana Couple’s Child-Free Baby Announcement
This couple's baby announcement is missing one important thing:. There are a lot of relationship milestones that couples celebrate such as anniversaries, buying your first home together, adopting pets, and you know, the whole starting a family thing. However, all of these milestones can add up quickly and in this...
Michigan Named Among Worst States to Live In
Sometimes these studies catch me completely off guard. I haven't met a single person in my two years of living in Michigan who dislikes living here. Sure, there are plenty of reasonable complaints for one thing or another as there are literally anywhere, but Michiganders have it pretty good, all things considered.
Data Outage Affecting Cell Carriers in Kalamazoo County, Battle Creek
UPDATE 8/16/24: Upon driving to work this morning I noticed my 5G data had been restored. Still no official word from Verizon on the outage. Are you still experiencing trouble?. ORIGINAL ARTICLE:. If you've suddenly lost the ability to receive texts and phone calls you may be affected by service...
Record Store Owned by Former Metallica Bassist’s Nephew Opens in Michigan
Ask any classic metal fan, they'll tell you nothing beats vinyl. While the oldheads in the thrash metal scene have always had an appreciation for tabbing through sleeves of records, the younger generation is jumping into the fire of record stores just as often. It's no wonder record stores are...
Small Michigan Community Now Named ‘Best Fall Town’ In The Nation
There's no place like Michigan to admire the beauty and fun the Fall season has to offer. Spots to sip cider, pick pumpkins, and soak up the fall colors are available across the Great Lakes State. And one small community in Michigan was just named one the best fall towns in the nation to enjoy the views of the season.
Annual Migration Will Bring Mesmerizing Monarch Butterflies to Michigan
As these majestic monarchs begin their trek down south their journey will include a stop right here in the Mitten. Hey, the 3,000 mile trip from Canada to Mexico takes a lot out of a butterfly-- no wonder they need a break! Here's how to catch a glimpse of the brightly colored butterflies during their pit stop:
Michigan Authorities Warn Parents Of Posting ‘Back to School’ Photos On Social Media
It's that time of year, and we're already seeing it on social media - Parents posting their "back to school" photos of their children. Dressed up for their first day back, usually with some kind of identifier of which grade they'll be going into, and sometimes even the school they're attending.
Ohio Prosecutor Allegedly Bit Man’s Finger Off During Road Rage
Green County Assistant Attorney fired but not yet charged after being accused of biting a man's finger off during a road rage incident. This crazy road rage incident happened after midnight on June 30th just East of Dayton, Ohio. The victim told the Riverside Police Department that this started when he honked his horn at the suspect, Christopher Murray. The suspect in the car in front of the victim remained still as the traffic lights turned green and then red again. Murray allegedly got out of his car and asked the victim if he wanted to fight according to Newsweek,
USPS Warns IN Residents Alarming New Scam Wipes Out Bank Accounts
Many Indiana residents rely on the United States Postal Service (USPS) as a trusted service to deliver daily mail and packages. Unfortunately, scammers are preying on that trust and USPS has warned Indiana residents that thieves are using new tactics to clear cash out of bank accounts. USPS Warns IN...
Illinois Lunch Lady Goes to Prison For Stealing Chicken Wings
An Illinois lunch lady pleads guilty to stealing an estimated $1.5 million of chicken wings from her school district. Leaving us all wondering what happened to all of that food. Apparently, the food service director for Harvey School District 152 has been stealing large amounts of food for the last...
One of Michigan’s Most Iconic Arena Signs Is For Sale
When you are driving along the highway, there are certain landmarks that will always stick out to you. For the west side of Michigan, maybe it’s when you’re traveling along I-94 and you’re coming upon the Sprinkle Road exit and the Wings Event Center sign welcomes you to the exit, giving you a look at what is in store for the upcoming months at the iconic building.
Watch This Woman Get Absolutely Destroyed By Lake Michigan Wave
There's a video that's gone viral recently of a woman walking along the beach in Chicago on Lake Michigan, getting absolutely totaled by a massive wave. As Newsweek pointed out, the video of the young woman has gone somewhat viral, but it's important to point out how lucky she is that she didn't get seriously injured during the wave attack:
Kalamazoo Growlers Win Great Lakes Championship; Hosting Northwoods Championship Game Thursday Night
The Growlers were an unsuspecting team this season. Staying just under the radar of excellence, and winning decisive games when they needed, they scratched and clawed their way into a secure playoff spot this season. From there, it was all grit and grind (plus some awesome hitters and pitching abilities)...
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