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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...
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...
Why Bumble’s Celibacy Ads Are so Controversial
Bumble's new anti-celibacy ads are not going over as well as they hoped. According to The Cut, the dating app rolled out a new commercial a few weeks ago in which a woman becomes a nun to "swear off dating." However, her plan is thwarted by a shirtless gardener and...
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...
Michigan State ‘Fighting Farmers’ and Other Old Michigan Mascots
We don't see too many mascot name changes these days. But about a century ago when organized sports were becoming a thing, mascots changed a lot. Some of the names these teams chose are hilarious because what made for a good mascot wasn't widespread knowledge - nor did the academics care to have one in the first place.
New Facebook Scam Is Freaking People Out
These unscrupulous jerks are always trying something to get our information and way too many of us fall for it. This latest one is scary because it hits Facebook users emotionally and originally made the rounds less than a year ago. Now it's back, again. It mimics what the real...
Gavin Rossdale Roasted Online for Dating Gwen Stefani ‘Look-Alike’
Gavin Rossdale and his new girlfriend, Albanian singer Xhoana X, have caught the attention of the internet. Many people online think that Xhoana is the spitting image of Rossdale's ex-wife, No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani. "Are you freaking kidding me?!" one person tweeted alongside photos of the star and his...
If You’re a Jerk, This Hack Will Stop People From Reclining Their Seats on Airplanes
Look, we know that traveling through airports is often stressful. We have to check in, which luckily we can do online if the apps are working, and then going through security can either be a breeze or bring out the absolute worst in us. Then, we need to find our gate.
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...
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...
Popular TikTok Food Critic Roasts Southfield Soul Food Restaurant
Michigan is so proud of its food, and rightfully so. This state has spawned numerous national and international chains, and still holds on close to a number of local favorites that you can ONLY get within the mitten, and Upper Peninsula. So when someone like a popular TikTok reviewer absolutely...
A Woman Is Worried She Ruined a New Relationship by Calling Her Date This
A woman on Reddit is worried she ruined a new relationship after she called her date a "decent guy." "I had been dating this guy, Alex, for a couple of weeks. He seems like a good guy with a good head on his shoulders, always polite and kind, good job and clear goals," she wrote.
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.
Taylor Swift Fans in Shock After Infant Is Spotted on Floor at Eras Tour Concert
Taylor Swift fans were shocked and outraged after they spotted a sleeping baby on the floor of a recent Eras Tour concert in Paris. According to Page Six, a fan shared a photo of a baby that appeared to be sleeping on a purple coat on the floor of the pit in La Défense Arena.
Some Jerk Sucker-Punched Steve Buscemi in NYC and the Internet Is Furious
Beloved actor Steve Buscemi was randomly attacked in New York City when a stranger walked up and sucker-punched him. The actor was in Kips Bay in Manhattan on Wednesday (May 8), where he was leaning against a wall texting, when a man approached and assaulted him at around 12 p.m., per NBC News.
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.
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...
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."
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...
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