Stung by low oil prices, Exxon loses ‘AAA’ rating from S&P
NEW YORK (AP) – Low oil prices have helped cost Exxon its pristine “AAA” credit rating from Standard & Poor’s, a label it held for over six decades.
Mirl Anderson
Mirl Anderson, age 89 of Clifford, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016. Services will be held on Thursday, April 28 at Noon at the Clifford Baptist Church. Visitation at the Blackburn Chapel-Funeral Home in North Branch
Ford investing $1.6B in 2 US plants
DETROIT (AP) – Ford Motor Co. is spending $1.6 billion to upgrade two U.S. plants for new products.
In Germany, Snyder highlights Michigan’s industrial research
LANSING, Mich. (AP) – Gov. Rick Snyder says his visit to a massive industrial trade show in Germany helped highlight Michigan as a site of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.
Hudson, Fierstein to lead cast of ‘Hairspray Live!’
NEW YORK (AP) – Jennifer Hudson and Harvey Fierstein will headline the cast of NBC’s “Hairspray Live!” on Dec. 7.
Prince’s lawyer: Death a shock; singer led clean lifestyle
Prince’s longtime lawyer called the death of the superstar a complete shock and said the singer lived a clean and healthy lifestyle, disputing suggestions that he had a drug addiction.
Kid Rock mourns assistant who died in ATV accident
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Kid Rock said in a statement he’s devastated about the death of his assistant who was killed in an ATV accident at the singer’s home in Nashville, Tennessee.
Ripa, on ‘Live,’ says uproar over exiting co-host settled
NEW YORK (AP) – Kelly Ripa says all has been discussed and all is forgiven.
Bill would order research on marijuana limit for drivers
LANSING, Mich. (AP) – A bill up for a vote in the Michigan Legislature could set the stage for setting a legal limit for driving under the influence of marijuana.
Deckerville Schools purchase new buses; extend Superintendent contract
(DECKERVILLE) — Deckerville students will see a couple of new buses in the fleet after the school board Monday night approved the purchase of a new 2016 Bluebird bus from Holland Bus Company at a cost of
DNR honors Michigan communities with annual Tree USA awards
(AREA) — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Arbor Day Foundation have announced 122 Michigan communities that have been certified as a “Tree City USA” for their promotion and commitment to proper tree care during
Fort Gratiot man has bond revoked in case of tow truck driver’s death
(PORT HURON) — A judge has revoked the bond of a Fort Gratiot man who pleaded guilty in the death of a tow truck operator, after he violated terms of his bond. 18-year old Trent Sheldon was
Plans in works for big Belle Isle Conservancy fundraiser
DETROIT (AP) – Plans are in the works for a big fundraiser for the Belle Isle Conservancy in conjunction with this year’s Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix.
NBA: No foul on Jackson’s shot to end Cavs’ win over Pistons
NEW YORK (AP) – The NBA says Reggie Jackson was not fouled on the final play of Detroit’s loss to Cleveland, when the point guard complained after the game that referees should be penalized for mistakes.
Cabrera homers twice, lifts Tigers to 7-3 win over Athletics
DETROIT (AP) – Miguel Cabrera hit two home runs, Jordan Zimmermann’s scoreless innings streak ended after center fielder Tyler Collins appeared to direct an obscene gesture at fans and the Detroit Tigers snapped a skid with a
Next round of rail improvements begin in southern Michigan
(BATTLE CREEK) — Improvements continue on southern Michigan train tracks that will change service along the route.
National Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, April 30
(AREA) — A number of local law enforcement agencies are joining the Drug Enforcement Administration on Saturday, April 30 during National Drug Take Back Day, giving residents an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by safely