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Jackass Star Steve-O Gets A Sunrise Wake Up In Kalamazoo
Well known for his time on MTV's Jackass, Steve-O has branched out into doing stand up comedy and taken his show on the road across the country. On Friday August 16th he stopped in Kalamazoo for a show at the Kalamazoo State Theater. After the show ended, Steve-O made a...
The Three ‘Saturday Night Live’ Stars Who Played Phil Donahue
Phil Donahue was more than a trailblazing talk show host, he was also a mainstay of Saturday Night Live. Donahue was one of the few non-political celebrities to be impersonated by three different SNL cast members. The first was Joe Piscopo, who embodied the host during a sketch that aired...
More than 25% of People in this Remote Northern Michigan Township Speak Finnish, not English, At Home
Welcome to Bohemia Township, Michigan. Population 75. While the actual population of this town is small, it holds a large distinction. Bohemia Township may be home to the largest percentage of Finnish speakers in America. Finnish is the native language of Finland, a country in the Scandinavian region of Europe....
How Rare Is a Super Blue Moon? Be Prepared To Wait a Bit For the Next One
A brightly-lit super blue moon is ready to takeover the sky the next several nights. And while you may have multiple chances to see it this time, you next opportunity isn't coming anytime soon. What Is A Super Blue Moon?. A super blue moon is actually two somewhat rare events...
Downtown Grand Rapids Wine Bar + Restaurant Abruptly Shuts Down
Grand Rapids has said goodbye to another restaurant. This is a good reminder to not put off visiting a restaurant, as you might never get the chance to go! Forty Pearl downtown Grand Rapids in the Trust Building has been on my list for a while and I'm bummed I never went.
There’s a Historic Bridge in Northern Michigan the Department of Transpiration Maintains for Snowmobile Use Only
Michigan's Department of Transportation is most commonly though of in terms of maintaining the state's vast network of highways. The agency is less though of for the work they do with air and rail travel. There is one spot, perhaps unique in the state where MDOT is doing substantial work all for snowmobilers.
Walgreens Closing More Michigan Stores By 2027
Earlier this year many people received devastating news that their local Walgreens store would be closing as they were trying to recover from last wages and mitigate the theft concerns they were receiving from multiple locations across the country. This isn't a problem specific to Walgreens, as we have seen plenty of other chain stores such as Walmart, Best Buy, Bed Bath and Beyond, and more, and all choose to shutter some or all of their locations for the same issues.
The Violent Crime Rate In Michigan May Surprise You
Crime rates have been on the rise since the 1980s or 1990s and haven't slowed down in most states but this is for a multitude of reasons. Nonetheless, the surprising thing about these crime rates is that they are in very concentrated areas as the suburban neighborhoods continue to have lower crime rates. Either way, many residents think Michigan is a safer state than most and that may not be true.
Unique Trunk Or Treat With Airplanes Event Takes Flight In West Michigan
Here's a different spin on the traditional trunk or treat!. If you've not been to a trunk or treat, folks hand out candy from their cars in a parking lot rather than kids going door-to-door to trick or treat for Halloween. Well, instead of cars in a parking lot, your...
Is This MI’s Most Popular Restaurant After Crossing the Mac Bridge?
If you’ve crossed the Mackinac Bridge and rolled into St. Ignace, chances are good you’ve stopped in to eat at this popular restaurant. Once you pass over Michigan's Mackinac Bridge, there are several restaurants to choose from, but there's one that residents and visitors claim is the most popular and quite possibly the best.
Michigan Is Home To The World’s Top Dog Influencer
A Michigan dog is officially the most influential dog on social media. According to Show Sight Magazine, this four-legged friend can earn over $20,000 for one Instagram post and roughly $18,000 for a TikTok video. Who is the most influential dog on social media?. That would be Tucker Budzyn. In...
The Internet Is Just Discovering How Large The Michigan Territory Once Was
Michigan's state borders are well known and recognized today. Young Michiganders can see a map and spot the southern border with Ohio and Indiana - even with that jagged line in Hillsdale County. So to is the southern border with Wisconsin well defined. The Great Lakes that surround the state also give the state a distinct shape and natural boundaries.
Complaints of ‘Metal Wire’ in Chicken Nuggets Lead to Huge Recall
A massive recall of chicken nuggets and tenders has some scrambling to check what they have in the freezer. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced its latest chicken recall heading into last weekend. More than 167,000 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken breast nuggets and tender are included in the recall.
Comedian Hannibal Buress Set For Grand Rapids Performance
A well-known comedian is coming to Grand Rapids, however, there is a twist!. You need to get your tickets now because the pop-up show is happening this week!. The Chicago natives have been in the comedy world for more than 20 years at this point. Multiple generations have seen this man perform on stages and in movies across many different platforms.
See What Might Be Michigan’s Number 1 Hoarder?
If you have even seen the TV show, Hoarders, you know some people throw nothing away. One Michigan home may be the number 1 hoarder in the state. Yes, the people who bought up all the toilet paper from stores when the pandemic first began were hoarding but that is not the type of hoarding I'm talking about.
Michigan DNR Approves Electric Bikes On State Trails
The use of electric bikes is going up every day in Michigan- you've probably seen people ripping around town at a high speed on these motorized bicycles. So naturally in a move that reflects the rising popularity of electric bikes, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has updated its rules to allow certain e-bikes on state-owned trails.
Food and Drink Items That Are Highly Restricted or Banned in the US
Few things define a culture in the way its food does, and the United States is no different. Whether it's regional food traditions like collard greens and cornbread or the country's allegiance to boxed macaroni and cheese, the U.S. is a place of seemingly endless gastronomic choices and Indigenous and immigrant influences. However, some foods are practically impossible to find stateside, and that's because they've landed on the banned food list.
Is Cannibalism Legal in Michigan?
There are a lot of old laws in every state on the books that should be updated. One law you would think would be a no-brainer but is cannibalism legal in Michigan?. For those in the cheap seats, cannibalism is the consumption of another human's body matter, whether consensual or not. Really? Can someone agree to be eaten? Huh?
Protecting Students: School Bus Safety Guidelines In West Michigan
It's hard to believe, but school is officially back in session for many students across West Michigan. While the kids are excited to see their friends and learn new things, this is also a time for adult West Michiganders to learn a thing or two - especially about sharing the road with school buses.
Getting Your REAL ID Is Pretty Easy In Michigan – Here’s How
As the last quarter of 2024 is coming up, it is time to really start thinking about changing to a REAL ID. If you planning to travel within the next few months or 2025, you will need to handle this sooner than later. REAL ID Guidelines. In 2005, Congress passed...
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