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Michigan Mc-HACK: Get Treated Like a Secret Shopper at McDonalds
You know the situation. You had a craving, waited way too long in a drive-thru, drove home with a brown bag of McDonald's that's tempting you to put your hand in the bag, and when you gave in to your primal urges, you nearly had a full-blown toddler tantrum when you discovered the fries were cold and stale. You could turn around, but you don't want to go into the store or wait in that drive-thru again, so you get cold fries. We'll still eat them, of course; we aren't animals. But what can you do to ensure you'll get the best service possible at a Michigan McDonald's?
Veteran Storm Chasers Predict First Michigan Snowfall of 2024-2025 Winter
While it may be the middle of summer as this article is being written, winter is coming. It does every year. So when the winter of 2024-25 strikes Michigan, when will we see the first wrath of snow and ice?. The question came up recently on the Michigan Weather Facebook...
Court: It’s OK if There’s Bones in Your Boneless Chicken
You might want to doublecheck your boneless chicken wings the next time you order out after a recent court ruling that says it's totally cool to have bones when something is marketed as "boneless." According to The Columbus Dispatch, the Ohio Supreme Court made 4-3 ruling this week that "just...
We Asked AI To Create A New Logo For Free Beer and Hot Wings
The show has a simple, but effective logo that has that iconic red and white that makes creating a bumper stick, or a tattoo, pretty easy. As much as we all love this logo, there is room for some...flair. A little bit of spice, persay. So who better to create...
Fans React to Gojira Playing at 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony
Simply put, Gojira's performance at the 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony is being viewed as a huge win. The band delivered a pummeling performance perched in various window openings of a riverside castle, eventually joined by opera vocalist Marina Votti who sung along from atop a perch on a ship floating in the river.
Photos – Gojira Play 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony in Paris, France
Gojira have become the first heavy metal band to take part in the Olympics opening ceremony, performing alongside opera singer Marina Viotti in Paris, France. The momentous event can be seen in the photo gallery toward the bottom of the page. To perform at such an event is an incredible...
Gojira Become First Metal Band to Play Olympics Opening Ceremony – Watch
France's top metal band, Gojira, have made their presence felt at the 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. As previously teased, the band collaborated with opera singer Marina Viotti for a stunning performance under the direction of artistic director Thomas Jolly in the "Libertie" portion of the festivities. Coming out of...
Woah, Get a Load of Flint’s Most Expensive Home For Sale
While Flint, Michigan, is rich with history and does have some beautiful homes in certain areas, we don't see them for sale very often. Take this new build, for example, which recently hit the market for $950,000. Not only is this one of the most beautiful new homes in Flint,...
Movin’ On Up: New Detroit Pistons Coach Selling His Beautiful Lakefront Pad for $5M
J. B. Bickerstaff is movin' on up (technically, north and west) as he packs his bags in Cleveland and heads for the Motor City to become the new coach of the Detroit Pistons. Since Bickerstaff was fired by the Cavaliers earlier this year, it doesn't look like he'll be needing that rickety old shack gorgeous lakefront mansion he's been living in. His six-bedroom home in Avon Lake (about 25 miles west of Cleveland) has been listed for just a shade under $5 million.
Son Writes Detroit Lions Themed Obituary For His Father
A recent obituary has garnered the attention of Detroit Lions fans not just in Michigan, but all over the country. A young man in Pennsylvania claimed his late father William Gardner did not want an obituary or even a funeral after his passing. According to CBS News, once Mr. Gardner's...
A Skeleton Appears on the Lake Michigan Shore Every Few Years
Seventeen miles north of Muskegon on the shores of Lake Michigan lies a skeleton – a skeleton that dates all the way back to 1897. On Sylvan Beach is the home of the wreckage of The Contest; a ship that was built in Holland, Michigan in 1863. According to Wisconsinshipwrecks.org, The Contest was used for transporting dry goods and foods, cord wood, posts, stones, and railroad ties.
Drink Up – Popular Flint Bar Closing After 22 Years
A beloved downtown Flint bar will be closing after 22 years in Genesee County. The Loft on Saginaw Street will officially close on New Year's Day, January 1, 2025. Owner Rodney Ott announced the closure through social media. I love the fact that Ott wants to make the rest of...
Michigan Part Of Massive Deli Meat Recall Due To Listeria
Heads up Michigan, time to take a look at the lunchmeat you currently have sitting in your fridge. Boar's Head Provisions has announced a recall of more than 207,000 pounds of meat products due to potential Listeria contamination. This recall affects various pre-packaged meats, including deli meats and sausages, which were distributed nationwide.
The 2024 Paris Olympics: Meet Michigan’s 17 Competitors
The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics begin today and run until August 11, with the Paralympics following at the end of the month. Michigan boasts 17 athletes competing in various sports at these Games. Here’s a look at Michigan's Olympians and Paralympians:. Grant Fisher: from Grand Blanc, 27, runs multiple...
Michigan Restaurant Now Named ‘Best Chinese’ Spot In The Nation
There's no shortage of incredible restaurants in Michigan where you can grab a quick meal or plan a date night. And no matter what cuisine you're craving, you'll find a spot to enjoy unique dishes. And if you're looking for one of the best Chinese restaurants in America, you'll find it in the Great Lakes state.
Have You Had Michigan’s Most Extravagant, Over-the-Top Dessert?
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth but also want something out-of-the-ordinary? One Michigan bakery is serving up the most extravagant desserts in the state!. Foodie website Love Food sought to find the most over-the-top dessert in every U.S. state, based on genuine user reviews, awards and accolades, and the first-hand experience of their team.
Fun Facts About the Penniman Castle in Battle Creek
The photos of this Battle Creek castle are breathtaking. Take a peek inside. This house has more than just good bones, it has 1-foot thick walls. This piece of Southwest Michigan eye candy was built in 1906 for Dentist John Penniman. Wikipedia lists a familiar last name as the builder, Ruel Seeley.
Eight New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (July 19-25, 2024)
It's the rare week where the one-off performances are more higher profile than the amount of bands booking full tours. This week, you'll find eight new rock and metal tours in the works, with Fit for an Autopsy leading the way and tour legs booked for Dying Wish, Gatecreeper and others.
Queens of the Stone Age Cancel More Concerts, Issue Statement
After cancelling the remainder of their July touring so that singer Josh Homme could return to the U.S. for emergency surgery, Queens of the Stone Age have added more cancelled performances in the month of August. The band was scheduled to return to the concert stage on Aug. 8 at...
Did My Chemical Romance Get Hacked? New Photo + Post Suggests So
Did My Chemical Romance's Facebook page get hacked?. At first, it appeared as if the band was getting ready to tease a big announcement after their profile picture was updated to a new MCR logo. A followup post linking out to a news article about a country music star, however, seems to indicate that perhaps something more nefarious is afoot.
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