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Yum – The UnBaked Cookie Co. Opening In Fenton
Another unique shop will be opening in Genesee County this fall. The UnBaked Cookie Co. has announced on social media that a new store will open in Fenton, and the Argentine location will close. Where will The UnBaked Cookie Co. be located in Fenton?. According to a post on Facebook,...
Six Pop Singers Who’ve Released ‘Rock’ Albums
Genre seems to be less important these days, so let's take a look at some pop singers who've released rock albums. Experimenting with a new sound and aesthetic isn't a new concept — musicians have been toying with different styles for decades. But a few years ago, it seemed like there was an influx of artists from within the pop world that started making heavier, guitar-driven music than they had been previously.
Freddy Krueger Actor Coming to Michigan for Special Movie Screening
One, two, Freddy's coming for you. And he's coming to Michigan this fall. Actor Robert Englund, who's best known for playing the terrifying, glove-wearing slasher who hunts and kills teens in their sleep in the Nightmare on Elm Street series, will be coming to Michigan for a couple of events that horror fans are going to love.
Stress Free Holidays! 10 Michigan Companies To Decorate For You
It's coming....the holiday season is just around the corner, which means it's time to channel your inner Clark Griswold and get into some serious decorating. Decking the halls for the holidays can be one of the most magical parts of the season, but let’s face it, untangling lights, setting up the tree, and hanging decorations can also be stressful and time-consuming. Each year, Americans spend an average of $150 plus each year decorating their homes for the holidays. The costs can add up quickly between lights, ornaments, garlands, and lawn displays, but it's hard to put a price tag on the stress of trying to get it done and right.
Highly Suspect’s Ryan Meyer Gets Honest About Band’s Latest Album, ‘As Above, So Below’
When Ryan Meyer was asked how he's feeling to have Highly Suspect's latest album, As Above, So Below, out, he wasted no time with his reply. "Honestly, never been better," Meyer told Chuck Armstrong on Loudwire Nights (Sept. 20). "The past couple of records were experimental. They were difficult to...
Kevin Lyman Addresses Rumors of Warped Tour’s Return
The hot rumor of late has been that the Warped Tour will return in 2025 and now Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman has confirmed that there is "something cooking" for next year. Just last week, Rock Feed cited "multiple sources" in reporting that the retired rock festival would be making a comeback in 2025 with "a series of festivals." They were also reporting that promoters Live Nation would be involved along with Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman. After word of the potential return and who was supposedly involved started to spread, there was some pushback from fans over Live Nation's involvement.
We Just Woke Up + Saw Tommy Lee Naked on Instagram AGAIN
It's Friday morning, we just woke up, made the rounds through social media and saw Tommy Lee naked on Instagram again. At this point, the shock factor has entirely worn off. Seeing Lee without pants on is just another day. Remember in the summer of 2022 when people woke up to see a full-frontal nude of the drummer on their timelines? It's just been routine since then.
Siren’s Curse: Cedar Point Announces New Rollercoaster for 2025 [VIDEO]
Although 2024 was a cursed season for Cedar Point, the amusement park has unveiled a plan to open a new roller coaster next year, and it's appropriately named 'Siren's Curse.'. Cedar Point just announced plans to build what it calls "the tallest, fastest, and longest tilt coaster in North America."
13 New Rock + Metal Tours Announced This Past Week (Sept. 13-19, 2024)
Another week, another 13 rock and metal tours announced for your concert-going pleasure. This week has some pretty significant names weighing in with new tour plans. For instance, Metallica will continue with their two nights in each market touring schedule with a new batch of North American shows in 2025.
Michigan Travel Alert: Warning Posted for 3 Popular Destinations
While summer is wrapping up, there are still travel plans being secured. Before you book a flight, there are travel advisory warnings that all Michiganders should be aware of. As a safety precaution, the United States Department of State shared vital information for all American travelers abroad and domestically. Recently,...
Michigan’s Real Rivalry: Who Has the Better College Fight Song?
College football season is in full swing and that means some of the biggest rivals in the games are kicking it up. Even before they meet on the field, the competition between two of Michigan's favorite teams has heated up. Chances are if you are a die-hard fan of either...
Free Beer’s Bad Investment Cost Him Half His Savings
Every week it seems you see more and more stories about scams floating around. While you don't see people getting emails from Nigerian Princes anymore, scammers get smarter and schemes get more elaborate. While falling for a scam can be embarrassing, if things end up being okay they can be something you look back on and laugh about.
Deep Space Radio Signal Just Reached Earth, But Who Sent It?
In what one industry website calls an "astonishing discovery," a deep space radio signal has reached Earth after 8 billion years. Earth.com says the "mysterious and powerful burst or radio waves" spent billions of years traveling before reaching Earth. The website believe it is one of the most powerful radio signals ever captured due to its distance and energy.
17 Smells That 1980s Kids Will Instantly Recognize
It’s no secret that certain smells can trigger core memories, and there’s even science to back it up (though clearly I’m not exactly a scientist, so you’ll just have to trust me on that). I’ve talked before about how certain iconic foods and summer toys can...
Popular Mexican Restaurant Chain Closing All Michigan Locations
The restaurant chain that trademarked the phrase 'Taco Tuesday' has disappeared from Michigan. At its peak, Taco John's operated and franchised close to 400 restaurants in 23 states, according to its LinkedIn page. About Taco John's. According to the website, the chain grew from a taco stand established in 1968...
Falling In Reverse Achieve Something No Other Rock or Metal Band Has in 2024
Falling In Reverse have become the first rock and metal band to receive a gold RIAA certification for a studio album released in 2024. Popular Monster, the first Falling In Reverse album since 2017's Coming Home, was released this summer. The first single — the double platinum "Popular Monster" — was released back in 2019 and started a years-long buildup to the full LP.
Holy Moly – Priest From Michigan To Appear on ‘Jeopardy’
A priest from Michigan will soon be a contestant on Jeopardy. Father Steve Jakubowski from Grand Rapids, will appear on the popular game show tonight, Thursday, September 19th, 2024. According to Big Rapids News, Father Jakubowski will face off against current Jeopardy champion Chris Lindsay from Carmel, California, and Jen...
Five Best Death Metal Bands From Asia, Chosen by Ripped to Shreds’ Andrew Lee
Here are the five best death metal bands from Asia, chosen by Ripped to Shreds leader Andrew Lee. While, sonically, Ripped to Shreds' sound takes influence from all corners of the globe, Lee's Chinese and Taiwanese heritage informs the lyrical content and visual themes. Lee is flanked by Asian-American peers to round out the full band lineup.
What’s the Voter Registration Deadline for the 2024 General Election?
Every state has a different deadline to register to vote in the upcoming general election on Nov. 5. Some states even allow for same-day registration on Election Day. Of course, you'll want to make sure your home state is on the list before you head to the polls. There's even...
Feds Drop Interest Rates – What Does it Mean for Michigan?
The Federal Reserve announced on Tuesday (9/17) that it is cutting interest rates by half a percentage point, and all indications point to this being good news for Michigan residents. The interest rate cut, the first in more than four years, is considered overall good news for consumers looking to...
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