Sensitive fooball predictions Sep 4, 2009
(Add fries and a salad and have seven Michigan players rototiller your backyard between practices at 4 a.m. for only 99 cents) ... I like Rich Rod s Michigan team to easily to cover the 3 hours on Sunday ... What s up with the hate for Michigan, or is it GIN BLOSSOMS (Hey, Jealously). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Despite the decline in the city economy, Youngstown, Ohio, thrives as the Cradle of College Coaches Sep 1, 2009
He'd like to name either Matt Scott or Nick Foles the starting quarterback after a scrimmage on Saturday night in Arizona Stadium, a move that would give the Wildcats' offense time to coalesce for the Sept. 5 opener against Central Michigan on the same field ... He'd like to name either Matt Scott or Nick Foles the starting quarterback after a scrimmage on Saturday night in Arizona Stadium, a move that would give the Wildcats' offense time to coalesce for the Sept. 5 opener against Central... (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Michael Jackson's Memory Lives on With World Exclusive Launch of Commemorative Coins at Multi-Channel Retailer HSN Aug 28, 2009
Pieces include a John F. Kennedy Half Dollar colorized with a classic image of Jackson; a 2002 Indiana state quarter colorized with the image of a young Michael Jackson after he made his debut with the Jackson Five in 1963; a 2004 Michigan state quarter colorized with an image of Jackson from the height of his popularity as the King of Pop; and a 2005 California state quarter colorized with an image of Jackson as he appeared in recent days. (item # 552-584 - $59. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Police Run Roughshod Over Lawful Handgun Owner Aug 27, 2009
That sucks that he had to give up his pistol,Here in Michigan hospitals are pistol free zones for some strange reason ,If I got into a wreck I plan on locking my pistol in my gun locker mounted in my truck if I m able and not hurt to bad ,I would be the only one with a key. fr8dog. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Enamored by ornaments of Christmas past Aug 27, 2009
Because of the difficulty of transporting often-fragile pieces - one collector lugged five trunks from Michigan on Amtrak - Californians were able to strut their stuff, some for the first time. Sacramento designer and convention co-host Dolph Gotelli displayed many of his prized Victorian-era Santas, reindeer and carriages in small vignettes and his collection of 19th century Harper's Bazaar Christmas cover lithographs. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Paper Radio: Gypsy, a rare cat Aug 19, 2009
Current Gaylord Weather. Is the national economy turning around. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Store is among 'Top 50 Retail Stars' Aug 5, 2009
These days, the Michigan native jokes, "At least half that dream came true.". Twenty years ago, Watters moved to Arizona and opened a Western-style furniture store in Scottsdale, which she named Valerie's Furniture ts. (AZCentral -- Business)
Bergliot 'Babe' Zollar Aug 5, 2009
Memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan or Animal Aid. Those wishing to send the family a message of condolence may do so online at. (The Herald-Palladium)
Lulu is just across the street from Stella's Aug 3, 2009
The Canadian-born Cameron moved here from Michigan three and a half years ago ... It s different than showing in Michigan, she said, adding there it was a social function where you expected to sell art ... She did more work when she lived in Michigan and was surrounded by her art friends. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Iron City turns off tap in Lawrenceville Jul 25, 2009
The company has licenses to sell in nearby states, including Michigan and North Carolina, and recently obtained licenses to sell in Alabama, Arizona and Nevada, he said. Mr. Hickman gave interviews in the lot surrounded by a complex of brick buildings, one built in 1884, one in 1896 -- antiques with a few broken windows. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Life in the past lane Jul 22, 2009
The persistent chug of the diesel engine that once ran the original Ironton Ferry echoes through the grounds of the Northern Michigan Antique Fly Wheelers (NMAF). Years ago we started out as a group of individuals who shared a common hobby and interest in how life used to be, says Dave Korthase, NMAF club president, on how the organization spread its roots. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Shirley Ann Freyer Jul 18, 2009
Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Southwest Michigan or to Animal Aid of Southwest Michigan. Shirley was born in June 8, 1932, to Otto and Amelia (Kvech) Hill Sr. in St. Joseph, Mich. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Feed, seed and so much more (3) Jul 7, 2009
There, on the corner of Michigan 139 and Nickerson Avenue, you can dance with Elvis, play croquet with skeletons and travel back in time for mere dollars. Owner Brad Piedt has created a unique, entertaining and yet educational experience to please many generations and tastes, partly in response to the slowing economy. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
On the hunt for treasure - Customers flock to antique shops as Columbia Falls rediscovers itself with help from the past Jun 30, 2009
The registry at Station 8 shows buyers from Alabama and Alberta, Minnesota, Manitoba, Michigan. North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, pretty much the whole of North America and beyond. (Missoulian, MT)
Classic retreats Jun 29, 2009
On Lake Michigan, the Silver Lakes Sand Dunes Area draws a faithful midwestern crowd seeking downtime and summer fun. So get that beach chair and cooler readyand prepare for the simple pleasures of summer at one of these classic retreats. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Air Force Announces Men's Soccer Class of 2013 Jun 26, 2009
recruited by Loyola Univ. (Chicago), University of Chicago, Western Michigan and West Virginia. favorite food is king crab. (Airforcesports.com)
Labor of love Jun 23, 2009
Niles Michigan - The Niles Star ... BUCHANAN - In opening up his newest storefront in downtown Buchanan, Thomas Jolly Home and Garden Dcor Michigan, Tom Jolly has presented an example to customers and visitors to the Buchanan area of combining a beautiful presentation of fine home furnishings, while preserving a piece of the city's history ... Visitors walk through Thomas Jolly Home and Garden Dcor Michigan, located at 107 E. Front St., Buchanan, during Memorial Day weekend. (Niles Star, MI)
Buchanan hosts artists downtown May 23, 2009
Niles Michigan - The Niles Star ... The event highlights six primary downtown venues including, The Buchanan Art Center, The Buchanan Museum of Fine Art, Alan Robandt's store at the Union Block building, proprietor Joe Paolucci's FRONT, Indigo Properties Art Space and the grand opening of Thomas Jolly Michigan - all located along Front Street in downtown Buchanan. (Niles Star, MI)
Economic Woes Affecting Motor Sports May 22, 2009
"Lagging attendance is a bigger problem in some markets than in others.No place does the plight of the U.S. auto industry hit home more than at Michigan International Speedway, 50 miles west of Detroit. A track that several years ago filled all of its 132,000 seats is expecting perhaps 80,000 in June for its first of two NASCAR Cup dates, track President Roger Curtis says."There are headlines every day," Curtis says. "Unemployment is in the 20% range; consumer confidence is low. When you look at... (13WMAZ.com, GA)
In brief: Chicago Place | Debt for sale | Jo-Ann store move May 15, 2009
The work is the first step in de-malling Chicago Place, a vertical shopping center at 700 N. Michigan Ave. thats anchored by Saks Fifth Avenue. The propertys owners now plan to have Zara and another store occupy the first level, along with Saks, and convert the upper floors into office space, according to published reports. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Antiques show downtown Saturday May 13, 2009
The market of about 20 antiques and collectibles dealers from throughout Michigan occupies a full city block and kicks off the antiques season in Northern Michigan, according to Sheila E. Molenkamp, event promoter. A great variety of unique and unusual items are offered for sale at reasonable prices that include furniture, pottery, glassware, collectible books and toys and other treasures from the past, Molenkamp said. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Dogwood volunteer comes 155 miles from Defiance, Ohio May 13, 2009
Fife returned Monday night for Mishler's lecture at Southwestern Michigan College ... "If you distill a 20-ounce bottle of water down to one drop," he said, "that's why I'm here. All the positive things that go with the festival. (Bobbie Hartline) told me when I ordered my Sarah Vowell tickets, 'When you come up here, you're one of us.' And she's absolutely right. The vibe is so friendly. I walked into Beeson Street. Where I'm from you don't walk into a bar unless you're a regular. I just feel... (Dowagiac News, MI)
In brief: Winnetka | Chicago Marriott | Ventas | Jones Lang May 6, 2009
RevPAR at the Chicago Marriott, a 1,198-room hotel at 540 N. Michigan Ave., rose in part due to a favorable comparison to first-quarter 2008, when the hotel was undergoing renovations, DiamondRock said. Ventas reports higher FFO, cuts forecast. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Filene's sells Chicago sites to Sears Tower owner, files for Chapter 11 May 5, 2009
Filenes said it has an agreement to sell the 17 stores including locations at 830 N. Michigan Ave. and 1 N. State St. to a partnership of two New York investors: Stanley Chera, who has significant real estate holdings here, and Joseph Chetrit, one of the owners of the 110-story skyscraper at 233 S. Wacker Drive ... Mr. Cheras local real estate portfolio includes 645 N. Michigan Ave.. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Antiques dealer Ed Hardy - end of an era Apr 30, 2009
The sale will represent the dismantling of a way of life that began when Hardy, as a child in Michigan, developed a passion for old things - wagon wheels, pressed glass, even cigar store Indians - his eye honed first by an elegant grandmother who loved antiquing and later by mentor Carl Yeakel, a Laguna Beach (Orange County) antiquarian. Hardy won't give it up entirely - he plans to become a consultant. (San Francisco Chronicle)
It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's a ... Chihuahua?!Michigan couple says high winds blew their dog away from them. Apr 29, 2009
It's a except the setting is Michigan, not Kansas. Bystanders at a Detroit-area flea market were stunned this weekend when high winds from a passing storm picked up a Dorothy and Lavern Utley's chihuahua and blew it out of sight. (ABC News)
* World News Quick Take Apr 29, 2009
The brown long-haired dog was dirty and hungry but otherwise OK. The Utleys, of Rochester, Michigan, had set up an outdoor display on Saturday at a flea market in Waterford Township, 40km northwest of Detroit. Tinker Bell was standing on their platform trailer when she was swept away. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Blown-away Chihuahua Reunited With Owners Apr 28, 2009
Michigan Couple Credits Pet Psychic With Leading Them To Chihuahua Blown Away In High Winds ... Michigan Couple Credits Pet Psychic With Leading Them To Chihuahua Blown Away In High Winds. (CBS News)
10 things to do this weekend Apr 17, 2009
112 S. Michigan Ave., (312) 629-6883. DASH. Start the day early at the WRIGLEY START EARLY RUN AND WALK. Timed runs, pledge walks and a kids' run are among the activities that will get the whole family on their feet. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Collectible Football Movie Posters Apr 15, 2009
Crazylegs, Knute Rockne All American, The Longest Yard, Harmon of Michigan, The Freshman are highly prized ... Harmon of Michigan (Columbia, 1941) ... Heisman Trophy winner Tom Harmon plays himself in this tribute to Michigan Wolverines football. (Suite101.com)
Martha always topical, but Jenny Jones? Apr 9, 2009
Though Amedure's family won the ruling and the show was ordered to pay $25 million, the decision was later overturned by the Michigan appellate court, which found the producers "were not responsible for what happened to the guests after their appearance on the show.". As for what Jones is up to these days, you can visit her Web site at or an update and plenty of photos from her Chicago television talk show days. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Bids for Kids Auction is Saturday Apr 7, 2009
Special items include: Lake Michigan fishing excursion, gas stove, four-night stay at Big Lake Campground-Algoma, wood chipper/shredder, Milwaukee Mile tickets (four tickets plus pit and paddock passes) to A.J. Foyt 225 IndyCar series race, NASCAR Camping World Truck series race, NASCAR Nationwide series, WI ALL-STAR 100 series, Jensen Metals Products fireplace and fuel, autographed Green Bay Packers football, Porcaro s Lawncare four weeks of lawn mowing and two Brewers tickets (behind dugout).... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Sold! Bargain-hunters buying groceries at auction Mar 25, 2009
Marvin Mason, who runs grocery auctions in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio, said the percentage of shoppers who use credit cards and food stamps instead of cash has increased, indicating more people are showing up out of necessity. "We've had more people who are needy, who have to watch their money," he said. (AZCentral -- News)
Wisconsin's Door County is the place to be in summer Mar 24, 2009
Door County, that venerable peninsula of land in Wisconsin that divides Lake Michigan from Green Bay, is one of those places that is safe haven from scorching summer heat ... In addition to Green Bay and Lake Michigan, a conglomerate of rivers, streams, and ponds spackle the Door County countryside ... Next, you'll be harnessed into some sort of contraption that, barring anything catastrophic like a rope snapping and sending you barreling either toward the depths of Lake Michigan or the Big... (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Obama on 'Tonight Show' Mar 18, 2009
Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and surviving members of the Grateful Dead are scheduled to perform at the Rothbury music festival in Michigan. Organizers of the second annual festival, set for July 2-5 at the Double JJ Ranch and Resort in Rothbury, say the Black Crowes, Damian Marley, Nas, Ralph Stanley and Ani DeFranco will also perform. (Erie Times-News, PA)
$22 M wish list for city Mar 8, 2009
The list, which City Manager Joe Duff calls the capital improvements stimulus package was submitted to Northeast Michigan Council of Governments (NEMCOG) and the Michigan Municipal League which had requested from municipal governments statewide lists of projects important to be built ... Duff: We completed a study with MDOT (Michigan Dept. of Transportation) called Project Pedestrian in 2005 regarding a transformation of the five-lane roadway from Grandview Boulevard to the Exit 279 interchange.... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Auction Industry Sees Growth in Real Estate Mar 7, 2009
REALTOR Magazine Online: The real estate professional's business support tool. YOUR INTERACTIVE MAGAZINE REALTOR.ORG/realtormag. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Lori puts own spin on bipartisan Feb 24, 2009
Matt Lori intends to put his own imprint on bipartisanship in the Michigan Legislature ... Coleman Young Jr., son of the late Detroit mayor, so they can experience agricultural southwest Michigan ... Seeing how population concentrates representation in southeast Michigan, where some of his colleagues' districts contain one township or less, was another eye-opener for Lori. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Organist takes on lofty project Feb 23, 2009
News - newsjournalonline. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
A truly sensible stimulus plan Feb 18, 2009
The leisure industry also needs a lift so we plan on taking a family vacation to visit areas hit hardest by the economic crunch, such as Florida, Hawaii and our relatives in Michigan. The entertainment industry will also need a pop, so I will buy baseball and basketball season tickets. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Five players on the Falcons' radar at NFL combine Feb 18, 2009
Louis Delmans, Safety, Western Michigan. A high-character guy, the kind the Falcons are trying to add. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Leisure Calendar: Feb. 18, 2009 Feb 18, 2009
Hospice of Michigan s annual Hearts for Hospice fundraiser continues with the sale of hearts at area businesses in Gaylord. Hearts will be available for any donation to Hospice of Michigan and will be displayed at local businesses through February ... The Cheboygan Opera House, 403 N. Huron, Cheboygan, will host the annual Northern Michigan Has Talent talent show Saturday featuring people of all ages with musical talents. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Ex-Ga. Tech QB leaving Michigan Feb 17, 2009
Ex-Tech QB Threet leaving Michigan ... (AP) Michigan quarterback Steven Threet says he has been given his release from the school and plans to transfer ... Threet enrolled early at Georgia Tech in 2007 but transferred to Michigan before fall camp. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tech's is down Feb 17, 2009
Tech attendance drops in 2008. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Secondary has holes Feb 17, 2009
Some of the top prospects include Missouri s William Moore, Alabama s Rashad Johnson, Troy State s Sherrod Martin and Western Michigan s Louis Delmas. Some teams will look at Martin, of Griffin, Ga. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
UGA attendance ranks No. 6 Feb 17, 2009
Georgia ranked sixth nationally in attendance last season. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Antiques show, sale set for Feb. 26-28 Feb 12, 2009
Dealers from as far away as Michigan and New Hampshire and everywhere in between will be displaying the best in furniture, silver, pottery, textiles, art, oriental rugs and more at the 8th annual Madison Antiques Show & Sale, which begins Feb. 26 with a preview party and continues through Feb. 28 with two public sales and a pair of lectures on silver and silversmiths. The Show & Sale will be held at the Madison-Morgan Cultural Center on S. Main Street in Madison. (Athens Banner-Herald)
November 16-30, 2008, Obituaries Feb 9, 2009
before moving to Michigan in 1967. She was preceded in death by her father, Buster Suttles; stepmother, Low Ellen Suttles. (Catoosa County News, GA)
