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Fowlerville native to compete in 2024 Paris Olympics
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Gold is the goal for Fowlerville’s own Adam Coon, who will be grappling for gold for Team USA in Paris. The 29-year-old University of Michigan grad won the 130-kilogram Greco-Roman wrestling event at the Olympic trials. He’ll join four other Wolverine wrestlers who will compete in Paris.
All-decade team: Livingston County's best girls golf lineup for the past 10 years
The next 10 years of girls golf in Livingston County will feel strange compared to the past 17. There won’t be a Pietila sister playing for Brighton. The five girls in the family have played in 15 of the last 17 state tournaments, an era which ended last fall when Abbie Pietila played her...
Police identify armed, masked man who robbed Brighton hotel
BRIGHTON, Mich. – Police have identified an armed, masked man who robbed a hotel in Brighton. Police were called around 1:20 a.m. July 15, 2024, to the Hampton Inn & Suites in Brighton. Officials said Joshua Lee Bargovan had entered the hotel, walked into the bathroom, and then left...
10 most expensive homes sold in Ingham County, July 15-21
A house in Williamston that sold for $849,900 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Ingham County in the past week. In total, 88 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $239,850. The average price per square foot ended up at $167.
The proposed community center in the Meridian Mall is closer to becoming reality
Due to construction at Chippewa Middle School, the Meridian Township Senior Center will soon need a new home. Now, plans are forming to re-imagine it as a community center in the Meridian Mall.
Pinckney schools failed to address racism against students, lawsuit alleges
PINCKNEY, MI - Pinckney Community Schools needs to do more to address alleged permeating racism towards its minority students, according to a federal lawsuit against the district. The lawsuit filed July 7 alleges district leaders such as Superintendent Rick Todd received complaints about what it calls racist behavior and failed...
Private Donations Helped Make Brighton Township Park Possible
A new park that opened last month in Brighton Township was made possible, in part, via generous donations from local residents. The park is located at 5330 Old US-23 and boasts a range of amenities that are aimed at providing a space for reflection, recreation, and inclusivity. It features an Armed Forces Tribute Area, an inclusive playground, picnic shelters, a half-court basketball area, a War Dog Memorial, and a dog run.
A Walk in the Park: Okemos’ Tacoma Hills Natural Area features trails, wetlands, wildlife
A Walk in the Park is an ongoing series from State Journal photographer Nick King, who intends to explore Lansing area parks one hour at a time. If you have a suggestion of a park he should visit, email him at nking@lsj.com. Tacoma Hills Natural Area in Okemos features groomed natural trails through thick woods and open meadows. ...
Former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords to visit Michigan as part of Harris campaign
(CBS DETROIT) — Former Arizona Rep. Gabby Giffords will visit Michigan this weekend as part of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign trail.Giffords' husband, Sen. Mark Kelly, is one of the top contenders as Harris' running mate in the 2024 presidential election. Giffords was also a victim of a shooting during a campaign event with constituents in 2011.Officials said Giffords is scheduled to be in Rochester Hills on Sunday and Grand Rapids on Monday for the "Weekend of Action" events, which include canvass launches, phone banks, and text banks.Harris launched her presidential campaign after President Biden announced last weekend that he was dropping out of the race against former President Donald Trump. Shortly after withdrawing, Biden endorsed Harris for the Democratic nomination. Several other Democratic lawmakers, including Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, have since endorsed Harris.Additionally, Michigan Democratic delegates voted on Tuesday to endorse Harris ahead of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month.
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
After years of opioids agony, rural Michigan finds reason for hope
GAYLORD — Something different was in the air Thursday at an annual gathering of northern Michigan addiction service providers. While their work battling the epidemic remains grim, and their needs are great, many in the recovery community say there are also signs of progress after years of heartbreak. The...
Local hospital helping patients impacted by Rite Aid pharmacy closures
OWOSSO, Mich. (WILX) - Rite Aid recently announced that an additional seven locations in Mid-Michigan are scheduled to close. Rite Aid has closed more than 500 stores, according to court documents. Since declaring bankruptcy last year, Rite Aid has closed 165 stores here in Michigan. That means, Rite Aid customers across the state will need to find new pharmacies to get important medications filled.
Sounds of Switzerland brought to West Michigan on weekend retreat for alphorns
LOWELL, Mich. — Bellowing horns from the Swiss Alps have made their way to West Michigan for the 10th year as the Midwest Alphorns began their weekend retreat on Friday. An alphorn is a large traditional horn from Switzerland originally played by shepherds on the Swiss Alps. Often being...
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