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Who Will Go Further In The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: Michigan Or Michigan State? [Poll]

Matt Milhouse — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:18:09 +0000

The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament will be a lot of fun for local basketball fans this year.

University of Michigan and Michigan State University bring teams capable of making long runs into the tournament.

Which team will have a better run?

Who will go further in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament: Michigan or Michigan State?

Michigan DNR Report On 2012 Deer Hunting Season

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:00:58 +0000

The weather has been quite cooperative for Michigan deer hunters so far in 2012. But that’s just the start. Read the Michigan DNR report on the first impressions of the 2012 hunting season. We expect to receive a complete report from the Michigan DNR once firearm deer season is over, but for now, we have [...]

Michigan Gas Prices are BELOW the National Average

Matt Hendricks — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:48:22 +0000

Nope, that’s not a typo. For the first time I can remember in a LONG time, Michigan’s gas prices are lower than a lot of other places. Now here’s the next question, how long will it last and will the election have anything to do with it? My prediction, they will go back up. Friend [...]

Michigan Man Has 11 Drinking and Driving Arrests on Mackinaw Bridge

Matt Hendricks — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 20:39:48 +0000

I have no idea how this is even possible. Only in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, I guess! A Man was sentenced last week to 18 months to 5 years in prison for driving drunk on the Mackinac Bridge. On the bridge no less! Michigan State Police arrested the 44-year-old Menominee man again yesterday, for [...]

Michigans Economy Shows Major Improvments

Matt Hendricks — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 16:33:07 +0000

Well, here's some good news!!!

Michigan had the 6th fastest-growing gross domestic product in the nation last year! Yes!

The state’s GDP rose 2.3 percent last year after growing by 4.9 percent in 2010 - so things are on the upswing for a change around here - the nation’s overall GDP growth was at 1.5 percent, so we are above the average! We still have a long way to go, but this is some very good news for a change!

Should There Be Smoking In Bars And Restaurants? Michigan's Smoking Ban Turns 2, Still A Hot Topic [POLL]

Craig Russell — Tue, 01 May 2012 22:03:13 +0000

It was two years ago that Michigan's Smoking Ban went into effect. Smoking in bars and restaurants have become a thing of the past. The only place you can still smoke is in a casino. As a non smoker, I like being able to go into a B-Dubs or Applebees and not smell the smoke wafting through the place. Others hate having to step outside on a cold January night to smoke while tossing back a few cold ones. It's still a hot topic online and in bars all over the state.

Michigan Cities Are Coming Back!

Matt Hendricks — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:14:57 +0000

Well here’s some good news for Michigan, and our cities. Including Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, Detroit and Lansing! Looks like in the next few years things are really going to pickup in our great state. Hopefully many who left will be able to come back who might have lots jobs or gotten downsized. Notice [...]

Happy 175th Birthday Michigan!

Craig Russell — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:53:09 +0000

Yep, January 26th, 1837 Michigan became a state! Whoo Hoo! Hey Michigan, you don’t look a day over 157! What’s great about Michigan? Well we live here. We know. The people, the natural resources, the spirit. Now people all over the land can find out and see more about Michigan. The Cable channel the Smithsonian [...]

For My Mitten, Size Matters!

Craig Russell — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:54:51 +0000

Of course you have seen the great mitten debate of 2011 play itself out on the news and on FaceBook. Wisconsin is now starting to refer to it’s shape as mitten like. And we all know who REALLY is the mitten state! Come on, Badgers! Get a clue! Here’s Wisconsin’s new travel ad. Here’s Michigan [...]

Top Ten Reasons Traverse City Makes A Great Winter Getaway Destination

Andy Green — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 23:10:13 +0000

1. You can dine at amazing restaurants and find out why Traverse City was named One of America’s Top Five Foodie Towns by Bon AppetitMagazine.

2. You can plan a girls’ shopping weekend or a romantic couples’ get-away at one of Traverse City’s many lodging properties

Two Michigan Cities Most Dangerous

Matt Hendricks — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:15:40 +0000

Well, this isn’t good news, in fact it’s sad, but just a reminder of where we are at in this state. Flint and Detroit Once again top the list… Sad to see, but again, I think it’s just a reminder of our history, and sometimes how far we have to go. I’m very grateful to [...]

Ferris State Hockey Team In Limbo…What League Will They Play In Next?

Craig Russell — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:52:01 +0000

If you are a college hockey fan, or even just a hockey fan in Michigan, you have probably heard that Michigan and Michigan State's hockey programs are leaving the CCHA for the newly created Big Ten Hockey Conference. That leaves schools like Western and Ferris State without a place to play in the next couple of years.

Michigan Woman Sues After Facebook Romance Fails

Matt Hendricks — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 16:42:14 +0000

A Detroit woman is suing a Washington man for more than $8,000 in damages after a failed Facebook romance! What Really? 55 Year old lady filed a civil lawsuit in May against 35-year-old guy in Washington. She’s claiming misrepresentation, defamation of character and other stuff. She seeks repayment for gifts she bought during their [...]

Halfway Home For Michigan Bikers Who Want To Ride Helmetless…

Craig Russell — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 23:11:14 +0000

The Michigan Senate today passed a bill that would allow motorcycle riders to not wear helmets while on their bikes. But it will be expensive if a rider chooses not to wear one. According to Peter Luke and mlive.com, riders would have to have “to purchase $100,000 in medical payment coverage, which at today’s prices [...]

Closed Michigan Campgrounds To Stay Open

Matt Hendricks — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:48:15 +0000

Here's some good news for us camping fans here in the Great State of Michigan.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has leased the first of 23 state forest campgrounds it can't afford to keep open this year, so more places to camp!

Experts Say Michigan's Economy is Rebounding

Matt Hendricks — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 12:42:39 +0000

Well – Here’s some good news on a Hot Day! Last year, Michigan was the 15th fastest growing state in the country, a huge leap from its 48th spot in 2009. Michigan’s economy also expanded more rapidly than any other Great Lakes state except Indiana, which grew by 4.6% - Well, whatever, I’d rather live [...]

Another Bad Michigan Top 10 List

Matt Hendricks — Thu, 26 May 2011 16:26:12 +0000

Well, Sadly, Michigan has made this top ten list again… Well, let me rephrase, two cities in Michigan have made the Top 10 most dangerous cities… Not something to be proud of exactly. Once again, Flint earns the #1 spot on the most dangerous cities list, while Detroit picks up #2 honors… Very sad, as [...]

GREAT Hockey Night In Michigan Last Night!

Craig Russell — Wed, 11 May 2011 13:16:59 +0000

What a great time to be a Michigan hockey fan! Of the 8 Pro, Minor and Junior league hockey championships going on right now, 3 have Michigan ties. The Michigan Warriors of the NAHL lost their championship game a couple of nights ago in their first year based out of Flint. Last night the Kalamazoo [...]

Pure Michigan – Grand Rapids New Commerical

Matt Hendricks — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:46:48 +0000

Okay, I LOVE this! The Newest Pure Michigan TV Commercial featuring Tim Allen. These were such a big hit last year, they are bringing them back and here’s the lastest one featuring our Own Grand Rapids. Makes you proud to live here, and this commercial really Makes Me Look forward to Summer! There were a [...]

If You Have Allergies – Don't Watch This!

Matt Hendricks — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 15:44:18 +0000

Okay, it’s springtime in West Michigan and Grand Rapids. I don’t know about you, but I’ve always had problems with allergies… just looking at this video – yikes! You’ve been warned, if you have allergies bad, this video may be tough!