U.S. car sales shift between September 2015 and September 2014
(DETROIT) — U.S. auto sales of light vehicles in September 2015 indicated increases for September of 15.8% for the U.S. automobile companies. GM sold 251,269 with an increase of 12.5% from 2014 Ford sold 221,269 with an
Michigan picks state Christmas tree from Wakefield in UP
LANSING, Mich. (AP) – A 66-foot spruce from the western Upper Peninsula has been chosen as this year’s state Christmas tree. The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget picked the tree and announced the choice on
Moe Sports Shop in Ann Arbor turns 100
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) – A popular Ann Arbor sports shop is marking 100 years in business. The Ann Arbor News reports that Moe Sports Shop is well-known as the place to get University of Michigan apparel.
Appeals court to reconsider New Jersey sports betting case
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) – Supporters of legalized sports betting in New Jersey have won a victory in court. The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia voted Wednesday to reconsider an earlier ruling that banned New
Car-buying fuels bump in September retail sales
WASHINGTON (AP) – Americans increased their spending at auto dealers, restaurants and clothiers in September, but cheaper gasoline prices suppressed overall retail sales growth. The Commerce Department says retail sales rose just 0.1 percent last month, after
U.S. producer prices fell in September because of cheaper gas
WASHINGTON (AP) – Prices fell for manufacturers, farmers and other producers in September, as lower energy costs have limited broader inflation. The Labor Department says the producer price index, which measures price changes before they reach the
Twitter names Google’s Omid Kordestani as executive chairman
NEW YORK (AP) – Twitter has named Google’s Omid Kordestani as its executive chairman. Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey tweeted the move Wednesday. He says Kordestani is a proven and experienced leader that will coach him and help
Harry Connick Jr. to host daytime show with comedy, music
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Harry Connick Jr. is adding the title of daytime show host to his resume. The jazzman, actor and “American Idol” judge will host a new syndicated program set to debut in fall 2016.
Wells Fargo’s earnings edge up 1 percent to $5.4 billion
NEW YORK (AP) – Wells Fargo reported a slight gain in third-quarter earnings, helped by an increase in borrowing from consumers and businesses. The San Francisco-based bank earned $5.44 billion, or $1.05 a share, for the three-month
Jay Z attends start of trial over 1999 hit “Big Pimpin’ “
LOS ANGELES (AP) – A copyright-infringement trial over Jay Z’s hit song “Big Pimpin’ ” has begun in Los Angeles. The rap superstar and music producer Timbaland are accused of violating the rights of an Egyptian composer
Drew Stanton, foundation outfit team with gear for safety
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (AP) – Arizona Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton is helping to outfit a football team at the suburban Detroit high school he graduated from with special equipment to help protect players from internal injuries.
Strong bench play leads Pacers to 101-97 win over Pistons
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) – Reserve Toney Douglas scored 15 points and Glenn Robinson III had nine of his 13 in the fourth quarter to lead the Indiana Pacers to a 101-97 exhibition victory over the Detroit Pistons on
Zetterberg lifts Red Wings to 3-1 win over Lightning
DETROIT (AP) – Henrik Zetterberg had a goal and an assist and Jimmy Howard made 20 saves to help the Detroit Red Wings beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-1 Tuesday night.
Staff Sgt. Travis Mills to speak with students, staff and local veterans at Marlette Schools Monday
(MARLETTE) — Students don’t always have the opportunity to make real world connections with what they are learning in the classroom, but Marlette Elementary and Jr./Sr. High School students will be fortunate to have the chance to
Hilda Zajac
Hilda Zajac, age 74 of Kingston, passed away on Sunday, October 11. Services will be held on Friday, Oct. 16 at 11 a.m. at the Kranz Funeral Home in Kingston where visitation will be held Thursday, Oct.
John E. Sheldon
John E. Sheldon, age 30 of Lexington, passed away on Monday, October 12. Services will be held on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 11 a.m. at the St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Lexington. Visitation will be held at
SAVE Council partners with libraries during Domestic Violence Awareness Month
(AREA) — During Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, the SAVE Council has partnered with Sanilac County libraries and provided them with children’s books that are suggested readings for the month.
Limited deer hunt planned at East Lansing parks to thin herd
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) – A limited deer hunt could take place in two East Lansing parks this year following the discovery of chronic wasting disease in a nearby community. The Lansing State Journal reports that the
Senator Pavlov announces additional October office hours; no appointment necessary
(AREA) — State Senator Phil Pavlov of St. Clair Township has office hours scheduled this month for the 25th Senate District in Bad Axe and Port Huron. Pavlov will be available to meet with constituents on Monday,
Wells Fargo’s earnings edge up 1 percent to $5.4 billion
NEW YORK (AP) – Wells Fargo reported a slight gain in third-quarter earnings, helped by an increase in borrowing from consumers and businesses.
Recently named head of VW North America will not take post
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) – The recently named head of Volkswagen’s North American business won’t be taking up his new job – and has left the company.
Three teams scheduled for a NASCAR test on October 20
(BROOKLYN) — NASCAR will conduct a test at Michigan International Speedway on Oct. 20 in preparation for the 2016 season. And fans are invited to come watch all the action. The following drivers are scheduled to test–Denny
Carsonville-Port Sanilac school board accepts 2014-2015 audit
(CARSONVILLE-PORT SANILAC) — The Carsonville-Port Sanilac School Board last Thursday accepted the 2014-2015 audit as presented.
Israeli clerics and ex-president pray for end to violence
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) – Former Israeli President Shimon Peres has brought Muslim, Jewish and Christian leaders together in Tel Aviv to jointly appeal for peace amid surging violence between Israelis and Palestinians.
Vatican seeks to quell talk of letter to pope on family
VATICAN CITY (AP) – Vatican spokesman the Rev. Federico Lombardi has denounced the leak of a private letter written to Pope Francis by conservative cardinals complaining about the way his big family meeting is being run. But
Opponent of school religion says teacher insults atheists
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – A group seeking to keep public schools religion-free is again objecting to practices in Mississippi’s Rankin County school district.
New Mexico town of Belen in fight to keep Nativity scene
BELEN, N.M. (AP) – The little New Mexico town of Belen – Spanish for Bethlehem – is fighting to keep a year-round Nativity scene on city property.
Church gives pizza driver $1,000 tip from collection plate
PICKERINGTON, Ohio (AP) – An Ohio church congregation ordered a pizza during a service, then tipped the driver more than $1,000 that had been collected for the offering.
January trial set for man accused in 14-year-old’s death
(MOUNT CLEMENS) — A trial date has been pushed back for a man accused of killing a 14-year-old girl along a popular suburban Detroit nature trail. James VanCallis was scheduled for trial starting Wednesday in Macomb County