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Corrections officer at Carson City Correctional Facility uncovers cache of illegal contraband

A longtime corrections officer is being credited with finding a large cache of contraband inside a storage box at Carson City Correctional Facility.

Carson City, MI · 1d

unearththevoyage.com

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This Michigan Chinese Buffet Serves Frog Legs, Coconut Chicken, and Plenty of Classics

Frog legs, coconut chicken, and crab rangoon are just a few of the choices at Great Wall Buffet in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. This casual Chinese restaurant on South Mission Street has attracted more than 2,400 Google reviews, with diners frequently mentioning its variety and a few unusual favorites. The buffet...

Mt Pleasant, MI · 1d
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Mecosta County Sheriff's Blotter: (11/2 - 11/8)

At 9:50 p.m., deputies made a traffic stop in Aetna Township. The traffic stop resulted in the female driver being arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine. She was lodged at the Mecosta County Jail. At 11:07 p.m., deputies made a traffic stop in Big Rapids Township. The traffic stop resulted in...

Mecosta County, MI · 2d
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You Weren’t Even Born Yet When These 7 Small-Town Michigan Taverns Started Pouring Beer And Grilling Olive Burgers

Michigan has a burger that most of the country has never heard of, and it comes topped with a creamy layer of chopped green olives. The olive burger has been a quiet favorite here for generations, and some of the best ones still come off the grills of old small-town taverns.

Traverse City, MI · 21h
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Central Michigan Life

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City Commission suspends City Manager Aaron Desentz

City Manager Aaron Desentz has been suspended after a resolution was added to the agenda by Commissioner Ryon Skalitzky at the Mount Pleasant City Commission meeting on Monday, Nov. 9. Paul Lauria, police chief of Mount Pleasant, is now the acting city manager under the supervision of the commission. Due...

Mt Pleasant, MI · 1d

Central Michigan Life

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CMU officials explain reporting processes as rape cases increase

Reported rape cases at Central Michigan University increased from nine in 2024 to 14 in 2025, according to the university’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. CMU Police Chief Cameron Wassman said the figures include reports made through different university channels like Office of Civil Rights and Institutional Equity, known as OCRIE, or the Sexual Aggression Peer Advocates (SAPA) program. They are not just cases investigated by police.

Mt Pleasant, MI · 2d

The Pioneer

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Mecosta County COA throws birthday party for 106-year-old

'I think she expects it every year,' as Mary Schoner celebrates her 106th birthday.

Mecosta County, MI · 1d

The Pioneer

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Mecosta County Community Giving Day grows to 64 nonprofit organizations

Giving Day expands to 64 nonprofits

Mecosta County, MI · 2d

Central Michigan Life

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Commuting CMU faculty weigh rising gas prices against on-campus commitments

For some Central Michigan University professors, a trip to campus means weighing the cost of gas against whether the trip is necessary. As prices rise, some are skipping optional meetings and events, while others continue their long commutes despite the added expense. Gas prices have significantly risen over the past...

Mt Pleasant, MI · 1d

The Pioneer

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Sheriff’s office steals win in first responders Family Feud opener

Deputies rally past Big Rapids firefighters in B 103.9 Big Rapids' Family Feud tournament

Mecosta County, MI · 2d

Central Michigan Life

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CMU officials hear directly from students about campus concerns

Central Michigan University’s Student Government Association held a Town Hall with President Neil MacKinnon, Provost Paula Lancaster and Vice President of University Engagement and Student Affairs Shawna Patterson-Stephens to address student concerns about university decisions and campus issues on Nov. 9. During the meeting, officials addressed a variety of...

Mt Pleasant, MI · 1d

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MyMichigan Health Welcomes New Pediatrician in Alma

ALMA, Mich. – Families in Gratiot County and surrounding communities have expanded access to pediatric care as MyMichigan Health welcomes Zahraa Kassem, M.D., to MyMichigan Pediatrics in Alma. Dr. Kassem provides comprehensive pediatric care for children from infancy through adolescence, with a commitment to delivering compassionate, family-centered care and...

Alma, MI · 2d

Country Herald

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Grand Rapids, MI Snow Alert: First Flurries Possible Thursday Nov 12

Wet snow flurries could develop Thursday, with some lakeshore communities potentially seeing accumulation overnight.

Grand Rapids, MI · 1d

womensbusinessdaily.com

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Madam C.J. Walker: How a St. Louis Washerwoman Built a Hair Care Empire

In 1900, the US census listed Sarah Breedlove as a laundress in St. Louis, a job that sometimes paid her as little as $1 a day (National Archives). Less than two decades later, as Madam C.J. Walker, she ran a hair care company with thousands of sales agents, lived in a Hudson Valley mansion designed by a Black architect, and was described at her death as the richest Black woman in the world (Indiana Historical Society, Snopes, citing the New York Age).

St Louis, MI · 1d

Midland Daily News

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CBA rolls in regional semi, will face No. 2 Irish in final

CBA rolls in regional semi, will face No. 2 Irish in final

Midland, MI · 22h

FOX Sports

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Brooks leads Central Michigan against Youngstown State after 21-point game

LINE: Chippewas -3.5; over/under is 152.5. BOTTOM LINE: Central Michigan hosts Youngstown State after Phat Phat Brooks scored 21 points in Central Michigan's 93-50 win against the Alma Scots. Central Michigan finished 10-21 overall with an 8-5 record at home during the 2025-26 season. The Chippewas averaged 13.4 points off...

Youngstown, OH · 1d

UpNorthLive.com

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DNR seeks deer hunters help testing for chronic wasting disease

Which Michigan counties are involved in the chronic wasting disease testing?. Why is chronic wasting disease difficult to manage according to the DNR?. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking deer hunters in five counties to participate in its chronic waste disease testing. DNR officials said that chronic waste...

Michigan · 1d

MaxPreps

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Football Preview: Ithaca and Pewamo-Westphalia Have Made a Habit of Blowouts, and Now They Meet + How To Watch

The Ithaca Yellowjackets will challenge the Pewamo-Westphalia Pirates at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory. Ithaca is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. Everything went their way against Millington as they made off with a 39-16 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Yellowjackets.

Ithaca, MI · 2d

Echo online

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Motor City MACtion game brings EMU pride to Ford Field

The Motor City MACtion rivalry football game between Eastern Michigan University and Central Michigan University was held at Ford Field on Nov. 4. Students, alumni, friends and families all attended to support their teams and bring EMU pride to Detroit. EMU fell to CMU, with a final score of 7-35....

Ypsilanti, MI · 1d

The Associated Press

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Green scores 22, Saint Louis takes down Northern Kentucky 125-63

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Trey Green had 22 points in Saint Louis’ 125-63 win over Northern Kentucky on Tuesday. Green shot 7 for 8 from beyond the arc for the Billikens (3-0). Kellen Thames and Amari McCottry each scored 18 points, and Thames added seven rebounds. B.J. Davis-Ray led the way for the Norse (2-2) with 13 points and six rebounds. Northern Kentucky also got 10 points from Noah Pagotto. Saint Louis took the lead with 18:17 remaining in the first half and did not trail again. Ishan Sharma led his team in scoring with 16 points in the first half to go up 56-24 at the break. Saint Louis extended its lead to 81-35 during the second half, fueled by a 9-0 scoring run. Green scored a team-high 12 points after the break to close out the win. Up next Saint Louis plays High Point at home on Sunday, and Northern Kentucky will host Central Michigan on Saturday. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

St Louis, MI · 21h