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The Times Herald

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Historic Brass Rail prepares to reopen with family traditions intact

PORT HURON, MI — Nearly 90 years after Helen David transformed her family's ice cream parlor into the Brass Rail, the historic downtown bar is preparing to welcome customers back for another Tom and Jerry season. The Brass Rail, located at 410 Huron Ave., is scheduled to reopen Wednesday, Nov. 18, following extensive renovations that took longer than originally anticipated. For Tony Abou-Ganim, a Port Huron native, longtime bartender and relative of David, the project is about preserving a family legacy and a tradition that has become part of the city's identity. In late 2025, Abou-Ganim partnered with local real estate developer Jimmy Radatz to purchase and restore the Brass Rail , returning the business to family ownership. Renovations uncover more than expected The bar operated during the 2025 Tom and Jerry season before closing Jan. 1 for renovations. The original goal was to reopen June 15, 2026 — the 89th anniversary of its founding. But renovations uncovered additional work that needed to be completed before reopening. "It turned into a much larger project than we originally envisioned when we ran Tom and Jerry's last season," Abou-Ganim said. The work included electrical, plumbing and heating and cooling upgrades, asbestos removal

Port Huron, MI · 1d

lapeercountytribune.com

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Lapeer County family creates Pig City

Family-owned Rooted in Love and Sanctuary Seeded in Faith Farm, in Lapeer County has a vision to create what they lovingly have named “Pig City”. It will consist of 25 individual pens, and currently about three-fourths of the project has already been completed. Melissa Nun, (founder of Rooted...

Lapeer County, MI · 3d
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Parade

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Michigan Man’s $500K Lottery Mistake Becomes Christmas Miracle

One man from Michigan's lottery win had a lot more zeroes than he initially thought.

Macomb County, MI · 1d

The Times Herald

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'Disney's Frozen' takes the stage in Port Huron

Enter Stage Right will bring "Disney's Frozen" to the Citadel Theatre in Port Huron beginning Nov. 13, with performances continuing into December. The musical will run Nov. 13-22 and Dec. 4-20 at 609 Huron Ave., according to a community announcement. Regina Spain directs the production, which is based on the Academy Award-winning animated film. "Frozen" follows sisters Anna and Elsa in the kingdom of Arendelle. After Elsa's hidden magical powers are revealed during her coronation, she retreats into the mountains and a fierce winter overtakes the kingdom. Anna sets out to find her with the help of Kristoff, his reindeer Sven and the snowman Olaf. The stage production features the songs from the animated film as well as music written specifically for the theatrical version. The book is by Jennifer Lee, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. According to the announcement, the musical explores sisterhood, acceptance and the meaning of true love while combining humor, magic and music. Tickets and showtimes Evening performances begin at 7 p.m., with matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets purchased in advance cost $20 for adults and $15 for children. At-the-door tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for children. Advance tickets

Port Huron, MI · 2d

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RESCUE ROUNDUP: Since 2023 Penelope has been waiting for the right home for her

FLINT, Mich. — This week's Rescue Roundup shines the spotlight on Penelope, a five-year-old pit bull mix who is hoping her next adoption will finally give her the stability and love she deserves. The dog has been in and out of Genesee County Animal Care since 2023. After originally...

Genesee County, MI · 1d

hoodline.com

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Michigan Senator-Elect Calls Macomb County Shawarma Spot the Best Ever, Owner Cries

Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed stood in front of a crowd in Macomb County and delivered a verdict that had nothing to do with policy: Amo Sami’s Shawarma, he declared, serves the best shawarma he has ever eaten. The comment sent co-founder Sami Rayshouny into tears and, he says, sent customers streaming through the door.

Macomb County, MI · 1d

The US Sun

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Shuttered Dairy Queen on verge of second life as beloved ice cream shop hits the market

WHILE ice cream lovers are currently being left to crave their local Dairy Queen’s Blizzards, the shop may soon be given a second life. The owner of the freestanding Dairy Queen Chill franchised location has listed it for sale, and it’ll run the buyer a cool $510,000. The...

Ypsilanti, MI · 13h

The Independent

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This is the bizarre moment two horses board a bus in Detroit. The spectacle was caught on camera by Ellessia Drew as she was traveling down Seven Mile Road on Saturday (November 7).

Detroit, MI · 1d

allamericanatlas.com

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5 Best Restaurants in Ann Arbor, Michigan You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Ann Arbor, Michigan — a city where the red-brick streets pulse with the footsteps of students and professors, where the Huron River winds through neighborhoods stitched with memory and hope, where murals bloom on alley walls and the scent of coffee, curry, and barbecue drifts through the air. Here, the architecture is a patchwork: Victorian homes with wraparound porches, glassy new towers, and the gentle sprawl of parks and gardens. Ann Arbor is a crossroads — of old-timers and new arrivals, of artists, engineers, and dreamers, of families who picnic on the Diag and musicians who busk beneath the sycamores.

Ann Arbor, MI · 5d

WXYZ Detroit 7 Action News

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Horse owner responds after 2 horses board DDOT bus in Detroit

It's a scene that has Detroiters doing a double take: Two horses boarding a DDOT bus, then walking back off. The video is real, city officials confirm, and the man behind the unusual stunt says it's not the first time his horses have made headlines.

Detroit, MI · 1d

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Steak Lovers Keep Driving To Ann Arbor’s The Earle For Candlelit Dinners Below Street Level

Some of the best dinners in Ann Arbor happen one flight of stairs below the sidewalk. Downtown shoppers walk right over this dining room every evening, and plenty of them have no idea a steak dinner is being served under their shoes. Regulars know better. Some have been coming back...

Ann Arbor, MI · 2d

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Rescue efforts continue to help stray dog suffering for weeks with trap on its face and mouth

For weeks, there have been photos and reports of a stray dog with a metal trap or similar kind of torturous device on his face and head. Heartbroken witnesses in Livingston County, South Lyon and the Romeo areas have been coordinating with animal welfare organizations to help the terribly frightened dog that won’t let anyone get close to him.

Livingston County, MI · 1d

The Detroit News

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Recent health inspections flag Northville eateries

Recent health inspections in some Northville restaurants found improper handwashing, improper food storage and more between September and November, according to Wayne County Health Department inspection reports. Many of the violations have been corrected. The presence of violations in a past inspection does not necessarily mean the establishment has the same violations today. Inspection reports can be found at swordsolutions.com/inspections/. Below is a list of violations found at a few restaurants in Northville. Deccan Bawarchi, 17933 Haggerty Road During a routine inspection on September 15, an inspector noted several problems at Deccan Bawarchi. ∎ During the inspection, employees were never seen washing their hands, even though they moved from food preparation areas to dish areas, to grabbing supplies from stock areas, and returning. Whenever employees want to start food preparation tasks or return from leaving after completing non-food preparation tasks hand washing should be done before donning new pair of gloves. Wash hands before putting on gloves and preparing food. Corrected through instruction. ∎ Prep line cooler was malfunctioning and holding all potentially hazardous food items inside between 52-54F. This included cooked chicken, paneer cheese, mayo, lentil soup, and cooked chickpeas. Potentially hazardous ready-to-eat food should be kept below 41F.

Northville, MI · 1d

everafterinthewoods.com

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This Michigan Deli Makes Jumbo Corned Beef Egg Rolls And Sandwiches Worth The Detour

One jumbo egg roll here weighs a full pound. It’s stuffed with corned beef and Swiss cheese, then fried until crispy. That’s not a typo or a dare. The egg rolls also come in regular and footlong sizes, so the jumbo is the final boss of the menu.

Detroit, MI · 2d

thehuronemery.com

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Shibam Coffee: a glimpse into Yemeni culture

A new cafe has just opened up in the heart of Ann Arbor. However, it seems this cafe, located downtown, is much different than others. Serving things such as traditional Yemeni coffee and tea, alongside modern cafe favorites, such as lattes, cappuccinos, and espressos, Shibam Cafe is much more unique and interesting than traditional cafes. On their menu, it shows that some of their specialty drinks include their Adeni tea, a spiced milk tea, and Qishr, which is a traditional drink made with coffee husks and spices. These special drinks introduce their customers to Yemeni culture and traditions that many may not have known.

Ann Arbor, MI · 3d

The Coconut Mama

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Michigan’s “afternoon delight” closes after 48 years, taking owner from high school to retirement

Michigan’s list of beloved restaurant losses now includes an Ann Arbor breakfast institution that served generations of students, families and returning alumni. Afternoon Delight Café closed on October 31, 2026,…

Ann Arbor, MI · 3d

concentratemedia.com

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Riverside Arts Center hosts fourth annual Holiday Art Fair

On the Ground Ypsilanti is an “embedded journalism” program covering the city and township of Ypsilanti. It is supported by Ann Arbor SPARK, the Center for Health and Research Transformation, Destination Ann Arbor, Eastern Michigan University, Engage @ EMU, Washtenaw Community College, Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission, and Washtenaw ISD.

Ypsilanti, MI · 1d

unearththevoyage.com

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This Tiny Michigan Deli Serves Stacked Corned Beef Sandwiches and Homemade Brownies

A small deli in Dearborn has been serving stacked corned beef sandwiches, grilled Reubens, and homemade favorites for more than 35 years. Mati’s Deli operates out of a retro Art Deco building on Monroe Street, with a menu built around classic deli food. The sandwiches are the main attraction....

Dearborn, MI · 1d

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Between Detroit And Lansing Is A Michigan Lake With Boating, Fishing, A Beach, And Camping

It's easy enough to access lake fun in Michigan considering that it shares over 3,000 miles of shoreline with the Great Lakes. But if you're venturing out from Detroit (or from Lansing, for that matter), Portage Lake also provides a beautiful escape not more than an hour away. It's part of a chain of lakes and has many hidden waterways. It's also a year-round destination: When it freezes over in winter, you can ice fish, snowmobile, and skate.

Lansing, MI · 3d

whatnow.com

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Scooter’s Coffee Franchisees Building New Location in Saline

The coffee chain continues expanding around the Great Lakes State with the help of franchisees. A new Scooter’s Coffee location is listed at 6961 E Michigan Avenue in Saline. This is another franchised cafe from owner Anthony Vella. Right now, he and the team are anticipating a January opening date depending on the buildout process.

Saline, MI · 1d