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Ban on Canadian imports could impact beer availability in Mid-Michigan, local retailer says
SAGINAW TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A ban on $1 billion worth of Canadian imports enacted by President Donald Trump includes alcohol, raising questions about potential supply impacts on store shelves across Mid-Michigan. In addition to alcoholic beverages, the import ban covers Canadian dairy products and motorcycles. Jeff Oppermann, president of...
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Diesel prices surpass $6.50 a gallon as West Michigan farmers head into harvest
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Saginaw credit union executive fired over Lake America photo. Here's why
Family First Credit Union in Saginaw announced on Friday, Sept. 28 , that Jane Smith, the chief executive officer, was no longer employed by the company after she posted a photo of her and her family in "Lake America" sweatshirts. "We weren't trying to make a political statement," Smith told WJRT, the ABC affiliate in Flint-Saginaw that first reported the news. "However, we were, you know, kind of poking fun at the fact that you know one of the Great Lakes' names were getting changed." U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order in August renaming Lake Ontario as Lake America amid a trade battle with Canada. The lake's name comes from Native American language and has been used since the 17th century. Smith says she and her family, who were leaving for a 10-day trip to Nova Scotia took a photo together and put it through Chat GPT, an AI chatbot created by OpenAI. Related: Donald Trump says it's Lake America. Where did name Ontario come from? "I am not a person that would ever want to offend or hurt anybody," she said. "I do regret having any post that would make someone feel like we don't value them
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Dow Credit Union offers nation’s highest-yielding 3-month CD
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) — Dow Credit Union has been recognized for offering the highest-yielding 3-month certificate of deposit in the country, with a 4.35% APY, according to DepositAccounts as of September 25, 2026. The credit union serves more than 84,000 members across all 50 states and 40 countries. Dow...
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Generator business owner accused of pocketing customer deposits before shutting down
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed a lawsuit in Kent County against Brad Scott and his corporate entities for alleged violations of the Consumer Protection Act. The suit claims Scott operated Generator Supercenter franchises in Grand Rapids and near Detroit, accepting thousands of dollars in deposits for home generators despite knowing business closure was imminent.
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Duperon® Launches SmartWave™ Screening Platform and Introduces New Gen 4 Washer Compactor to Improve Septage Receiving Reliability
Together, the solutions improve septage receiving by managing variable solids loads and high volumes of screenings while reducing maintenance and operator intervention. Saginaw, Mich. (September 28, 2026) – Duperon Corporation, a leading innovator in screening and solids-handling solutions, today announced the launch of the SmartWave Platform and its first product, the SmartWave Septage Receiving screen. The SmartWave is a new approach to screening built around controlled-vibration technology to address the challenges of today’s unpredictable septage loads coming into facilities. The company also today unveiled its Gen 4 washer compactor, engineered to help facilities reduce debris volume, lower disposal costs and keep the screening process moving.
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WNEM Morning Extra: Consumers Energy shares plans for $1.3B gas plant in Hampton Township
SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Consumers Energy is sharing plans for a $1.3B natural gas power plant at the Karn site in Hampton Township. Part of State Street near Barnard Street in Saginaw was shut down Wednesday afternoon as police searched a home for a suspect in a Tuesday night shooting. Plus, Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson has sided with a bipartisan bill in Lansing that would eliminate the fee for a personal protection order for survivors of domestic violence.
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BUSINESS MATTERS: Midland Ford Lincoln puts customers, community first
James and Chad Wilson own Midland Ford Lincoln, an automobile dealership located at 500 Joe Mann Blvd. The dealership includes new and pre-owned vehicle sales, automotive maintenance and repair, mobile service and other transportation solutions. Since moving from its former location on S. Saginaw Road to Joe Mann Boulevard in 2015, the business has continued to grow — and is preparing for another expansion. On Saturday, Oct. 3, Midland Ford Lincoln will host an anniversary party from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate 40 years in the community. They will be offering food and giveaways along with deals on both new and pre-owned vehicles. What inspired you to start your business? When I first started in sales, I realized helping customers was my passion. My sons were young, and I wanted to work for myself instead of working for people who didn’t share my vision. I felt the culture in Midland aligned with the culture I wanted to create. How has your business evolved since it was founded? We started in a small dealership on Saginaw Road. Through our dedication to providing customer-focused transportation solutions, we eventually outgrew that location and moved to our new dealership in 2015. Vehicles