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Local School Districts Decide if and When to Call it a Snow Day

Local School Districts Decide if and When to Call it a Snow Day

Several school districts in West Michigan experienced snow days on Tuesday, while others remained unaffected. Various locations have their own unique considerations when making decisions, but as FOX 17 discovered, most districts follow a standardized process to inform their choices. According to Dr. Doug VanderJagt, the Superintendent for Hudsonville Public Schools, it is not a...

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West Michigan Pushes Through Weather Challenges for MLK Day Celebrations

West Michigan Pushes Through Weather Challenges for MLK Day Celebrations

MLK Day events took place throughout West Michigan on Monday, with Albion and Western Michigan University hosting their own commemorative activities. The MLK Community Celebration & Resource Fair in Albion began its seventh year at Marshall Opportunity High School at 5:30 p.m. Local organizations were recently showcased as approximately 300 attendees gathered for a complimentary...

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Catastrophic Flooding in Detroit: A Tale of Infrastructure Failure

Catastrophic Flooding in Detroit: A Tale of Infrastructure Failure

The city of Detroit recently experienced a significant flooding event, triggered by a combination of a water main break and a vehicle crashing into a fire hydrant. This incident has resulted in extensive water damage, road closures, and disruptions to the daily life of the city’s residents. The flooding was initiated by a vehicular accident...

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Hypothermia Concerns: A Guide to Finding Warming Centers in Metro Detroit

Hypothermia Concerns: A Guide to Finding Warming Centers in Metro Detroit

As winter intensifies in Metro Detroit, the chilling cold presents a serious threat, particularly hypothermia. Hypothermia, a medical emergency occurring when your body loses heat faster than it can produce heat, causing a dangerously low body temperature, is a significant concern during Detroit’s harsh winters. To combat this threat, the city has set up warming...

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Storm Sparks Numerous Wrecks and Power Outages in Northeast Michigan

Storm Sparks Numerous Wrecks and Power Outages in Northeast Michigan

A powerful winter storm hit Northeast Michigan on Friday night, leaving behind a significant amount of snow. The region saw an accumulation of 12 to 15 inches, causing hazardous driving conditions and multiple vehicle wrecks. Additionally, over 4,500 customers experienced power outages as a result of the storm. A blizzard warning was issued early Friday...

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Michigan Coach Jim Harbaugh in Talks with Los Angeles Chargers for Head-Coaching Position

Michigan Coach Jim Harbaugh in Talks with Los Angeles Chargers for Head-Coaching Position

Jim Harbaugh, the Michigan coach, recently interviewed with the Los Angeles Chargers after successfully leading the Wolverines for nine seasons and securing a national championship. The Chargers have officially announced the interview, which took place in the late afternoon on Monday. This comes one week after Michigan’s victory over Washington in the College Football Playoff...

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Contradictory Trends: Metro Detroit Sees Falling Home Sales Amidst Rising Prices

Contradictory Trends: Metro Detroit Sees Falling Home Sales Amidst Rising Prices

The Metro Detroit housing market is exhibiting a paradoxical trend: while home sales are falling, prices continue to rise. This phenomenon, observed in December 2023 and into early 2024, poses intriguing questions about the dynamics of the local real estate market. Declining Home Sales In December 2023, Metro Detroit experienced an 8.5% year-over-year drop in...