Hemlock takes center stage with grand opening of new performing arts center

The 670-seat theater welcomed its first audience Friday night as students, families and community members celebrated a new chapter for the arts in Hemlock.

Michigan fans arrive at the Ann Arbor Golf Club to tailgate. Then researchers ask them to step into 2 yurts and donate their urine: ‘The Piss Off’

Could your urine be used for good? According to some researchers who are hosting The Piss Off in Michigan, the answer is yes, as some researchers in Michigan prepare to use the football rivalry between Michigan and Michigan State to test a “peecycling” program on a stadium-level scale for the first time. Researchers from Michigan […]

Creepy Lansing TikTok Sparks Hilarious Debate Over Possible Serial Killer

A spooky Lansing TikTok sparks hilarious comments about blinking, dramatic lighting and a mock portrait the creator cannot resist correcting.

Wolverine meets Wolverine: Hugh Jackman joins Michigan football

Michigan football has unveiled a special "X" factor ahead of its rivalry matchup against Michigan State. Actor Hugh Jackman, who played Marvel superhero Wolverine across 10 films, is set to serve as an honorary captain for the Wolverine football team in Saturday's game against the Spartans . More: Michigan-Michigan State predictions: Who wins the annual in-state showdown? UM Football announced the special appearance in a social media post shared online about 24 hours ahead of kickoff. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } View this post on Instagram A post shared by Michigan Football (@umichfootball) In the short clip, Jackman, wearing a maize and blue hat and track jacket, says he's excited to support the Wolverines on Saturday."From one Wolverine to the entire Wolverine nation, I'm so pumped to be the honorary captain for the big rivalry, the big game, in the Big House tomorrow," the actor says. "Go Blue!" The 58-year-old Australian also joked that he was even ready to suit up and hit the gridiron. "Is it a simple mistake that I haven't received the playbook yet, on purpose??!" he wrote on Instagram . Michigan (5-3, 2-3 Big Ten) and Michigan State (2-6, 0-5)

With No Postal Service for 70+ Years, the Town of Crump Hangs On

The post office shut down in 1954 and yes, many residents left.....but the Michigan town of Crump has remained above water...

From YouTube Tutorials To Master Chef Winner, Jake Kelley's Saginaw County Cooking Journey

A neuroscience graduate from Hemlock just won Master Chef season 16, and he taught himself to cook by rewatching YouTube videos in his kitchen.

Explore records and collectibles at upcoming MI Rural Record shows

GRAND LEDGE, Mich. (News 10) -MI Rural Records is spinning up fun this holiday season. Vinyl fans can browse records, CDs and collectibles at Reverend Roll’s Record Revival this Sunday at Sanctuary Spirits in Grand Ledge. The show starts at 10 a.m. at 902 East Saginaw Highway and features vendors from across Michigan.

Lansing event recognizes local veterans ahead of Veterans Day

LANSING, Mich. (News 10) - Local veterans gathered at the Gier Community Center in Lansing for an early Veterans Day celebration hosted by the Ingham and Clinton county departments of veterans affairs. The 10th annual event included guest speakers, awards and recognition for local veterans. Attendees also had food, music...

Midland author draws on local food mission for second novel

Midland author Mark Heires drew inspiration from a local food mission for “Of Angels and Bats,” his second novel, which will be released Nov. 10.

Local creator hopes to open bookshop in Kensington Valley Outlets

A prospective local business owner is eyeing a storefront for books at Kensington Valley Outlets . Hannah Sanchez hopes to raise $38,000 via Kickstarter to open Bumblebee Books in the former Francesca's at 1475 N. Burkhart Road. The campaign offers exclusive rewards for contributors, Sanchez told The Daily. The fundraiser will launch Nov. 7, the same day Sanchez is hosting a pop-up adult romance book fair in the space near Howell. The event invites readers to meet romance authors, purchase signed books and discover new reads 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sanchez said her campaign is all-or-nothing, with an end date Dec. 12. The money would cover the store's buildout and initial inventory, with a possible soft opening in March. More: Brighton resident finds niche in selling books, accessories Sanchez is the owner of Creative by Sanchez, which now does business as Bumblebee Books. The business didn't focus heavily on books until a few years ago , but in that time, she's hosted pop-ups at various locations and events, including the Brighton Farmers Market. According to a previous interview with The Daily, her dream job in high school was working at Barnes and Noble — a dream she was able to realize

Riverwalk Theatre puts on ‘Clybourne Park’

"Clybourne Park" started its two-week run at the Riverwalk Theatre Thursday night.

AADL celebrates books and authors with annual Printmaking Festival and A2 Community Bookfest

This story is part of a series about arts and culture in Washtenaw County. It is made possible by the Ann Arbor Art Center, Destination Ann Arbor, the University of Michigan Arts Initiative, and the University Musical Society. Next weekend, the Ann Arbor District Library (AADL) celebrates books and authors...

Local runners seek all-state performances

The area's best runners will be looking to clock their best times on Saturday at the cross country state finals

Hemlock Schools officially opens new 670-seat Performing Arts Center

HEMLOCK, Mich. (WJRT) - Hemlock Public School District opened its new 670-seat Performing Arts Center on Friday, marking a major investment in arts education and cultural programming in Saginaw County. The district held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday evening before the venue hosted its first theatrical production, Murder at Aunt Agatha's,...

Midland students turn 10,000 cans into sculptures for local food pantries

Midland County students used 10,000 cans to build CANstructions at Midland Mall, raising food insecurity awareness and aiding local pantries.

Improv360 comedy troupe in Midland

Día de los Muertos event planned at Saginaw Art Museum

SAGINAW, MI -- The Saginaw Art Museum invites the community to a free afternoon honoring Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, a time dedicated to remembering loved ones who have died. Families and friends can gather to view ofrendas, participate in art making and face painting,...