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Michigan’s wild weather: frost, rain, and a summer preview

May 12, 2026

Michigan’s weather this mid-May is playing tricks on the season. Just days before summer officially starts, the state is dealing with frost warnings—something you’d expect in March, not late spring. Eastern Michigan, including Saginaw and Bay City, could see frost Tuesday morning, while most of the

sports

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Future in the NBA: What Comes Next?

May 12, 2026

When a player like Giannis Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP and Finals champion, signals he’s open to leaving his team, it shakes up the whole NBA. Recently, reports suggested the Milwaukee Bucks are actively exploring trade options for him. This isn’t just about moving a star player—it’s about a relat

business

When water vanishes: How a break left a town high and dry

May 12, 2026

Downtown Lake Orion turned eerily quiet after a big pipe cracked early Sunday morning. On Monday, most shops stayed shut while crews worked to fix the damage. The loss of water hit restaurants hardest, especially since Sunday was Mother’s Day—a day usually packed with families dining out. One local

sports

Game Night Guide: Big Matches Across NBA, NHL, and MLB

May 12, 2026

Monday brings a packed sports schedule with high-stakes games in basketball, hockey, and baseball. The Detroit Pistons, fresh off a dramatic seven-game comeback against Orlando, now face the Cleveland Cavaliers in a best-of-seven series. Detroit hopes to seal a 3-1 lead in Game 4, but Cleveland will

sports

Luka Doncic's Hamstring Injury and the Clash of Sports Eras

May 12, 2026

The debate over Luka Doncic’s absence from the Lakers’ playoff series highlights a growing divide between how different sports generations view injury and toughness. Ric Flair’s recent comments about Doncic’s hamstring injury didn’t just stem from frustration with the Lakers’ star—it exposed a cultu

sports

Who’s carrying Southwest Michigan’s spring sports scene?

May 12, 2026

High school athletes across Southwest Michigan are putting up numbers that turn heads this spring. From softball sluggers to track stars, the latest Athlete of the Week poll highlights athletes who are pushing their teams forward with performances that stand out. Baseball diamonds are seeing some s

sports

Predict with $20 Free to Start on NBA Playoff Bets

May 12, 2026

Polymarket offers a $20 bonus for new users ready to try prediction markets, but it comes with rules most beginners ignore. The promotion gives fresh players $20 in extra credit after they put down at least $20 of their own cash, a move that sounds generous until you realize how little cushion it pr

politics

Downtown DeKalb’s New Sip‑and‑Shop Plan: A Mix of Support and Skepticism

May 11, 2026

"City officials are pushing a new entertainment district that would let people carry one drink in a special cup while walking between shops and restaurants. The idea is to boost foot traffic after dark, making downtown a lively spot for diners, shoppers and moviegoers. A council vote is set for Mond

politics

Spencer Pratt Pops Up in Lakers’ VIP Seats at Playoff Game

May 11, 2026

The mayoral hopeful Spencer Pratt turned heads by showing up in the front‑row seats at a Lakers playoff match, right beside former owner Jeanie Buss. The game was the third round of the Western Conference semifinals, where Oklahoma City faced Los Angeles at Crypto. com Arena. Pratt didn’t usually

lifestyle

New names, last runs, and retro treats: Springfield's food scene saw some shifts lately

May 11, 2026

Springfield just got a flashy new sign downtown. A once-popular pizza-and-fun spot called America’s Incredible Pizza has dropped that name and now waves a fresh flag as Incredible Food and Fun. The change signals twenty-five years of growth, moving from endless pepperoni to a full menu of rides, gam