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How bad is the bird flu in Michigan and what does it mean for eggs, milk?
LANSING — The avian flu outbreak across the U.S. has continued to spread in Michigan, where the disease has been found in poultry and cattle, and prompted an emergency order by state officials earlier this month. The news Thursday of 400 layoffs at Herbruck’s Poultry Ranch Ionia County, and...
Tracking isolated showers Thursday evening into Friday
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - As we fall into more of a summer-like weather pattern, some showers are going to trek across our area but we don’t see any significant or long-lasting chance of rain. If anything, going forward we’ve actually even seen the chance of rain dialing back slightly not only for Friday, but also the weekend! If you have any plans that take you outdoors, there will be a few showers to dodge from time-to-time, but not need to change or cancel any of your plans!
Exploring Michigan: 55th Annual Alma Highland Festival & Games
Alma, MICH -- Organizers say opening ceremonies started in the back of a truck in 1968. Now, the Alma Highland Festival & Games attracts thousands to a town of less than 10,000 people. However, don't let the size of Scotland, USA fool you, this event is complete with bagpipes, kilts,...
Mt. Pleasant High School’s weight room gets an upgrade
MT. PLEASANT, Mich. (WNEM) - Whether you’re an student athlete, a professional or you’re just a gym rat, the weight room is of high importance to keeping in shape. Mt. Pleasant High School has had the same weight room since the school opened in 2000 and this year, the Oilers just got a big upgrade.
Residents still picking up the pieces 4 years after dam failures
MID-MICHIGAN (WNEM) - This weekend marks the fourth anniversary of the dam failures that caused catastrophic flooding in Midland and Gladwin counties. Nearly four years after, some flood victims are getting closer to finally having their day in court. Attorney Ven Johnson represents more than 300 plaintiffs in a mass tort lawsuit against the state. He said a court of claims judge told him this week that the case will go to trial next summer.
Populations fall in four of Mid-Michigan's five largest cities
MID-MICHIGAN (WJRT) - New population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau show continued declines for three of the four largest cities in Mid-Michigan. Flint, Saginaw, Bay City and Burton all lost residents over the past year, according to estimates released on Thursday. Midland was the only one of the largest cities in the region to add residents in 2023.
Softball Game Preview: St. Louis Plays at Home
St. Louis is 8-2 against Michigan Lutheran Seminary since May of 2018, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Thursday. The St. Louis Sharks will be playing in front of their home fans against the Michigan Lutheran Seminary Cardinals at 4:00 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Miranda Lambert, Motley Crue and more Soaring Eagle Casino summer concerts
MOUNT PLEASANT, MI — A sold-out Chicago show, Motley Crue and Miranda Lambert are just a few of the concerts coming soon to Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mount Pleasant. Here’s a look at the casino’s 2024 summer entertainment lineup, including concerts and other special events planned now through August:
Red flags for young-onset dementia
ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) --- Most of the time, dementia affects people who are 65 years and older. But young-onset dementia can happen to those in their 30s, 40s, and 50s. Now, a new study identifies factors that can up your risk for developing this devastating disease. Young-onset dementia, also...
Gwinn’s Connor Dalton signs to wrestle at Alma College
GWINN, Mich. (WJMN) – Gwinn Wrestling team captain Connor Dalton made plans for his future official on Wednesday, signing on to join the Alma College Wrestling program. “Overall, I’m pretty happy. Able to continue my passion, I just love wrestling,” Dalton said. “I just love competing in the sport and just having fun. I just love showing that we can win and getting my buddies together because I know they’re also just really proud of me and my accomplishments.”
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