Michigan native David Goode launched one of the country’s most successful snow and water ski companies in 1975 when he was just 19 years old. He was a member of the U.S. downhill ski team at the time, but his career was sidetracked by an ankle injury.
Read MoreTag: Detroit
United Auto Workers Calls National Strike Against General Motors
The United Auto Workers announced Sunday that local union leaders from across the country voted to go on strike after its collective bargaining agreement with General Motors expired Saturday night.
Read MoreEight Kmarts to Close by Mid-December, Leaving Three Stores in State That Iconic Brand Calls Home
Eight Michigan Kmart stores, including several in Mid-Michigan will close, leaving only a trio of locations in the state to which the chain traces its roots.
Read MoreWayne County Sheriff Benny Napoleon Endorses Sen. Cory Booker for President
Benny Napoleon, sheriff of Wayne County, Michigan’s most populated county, endorsed presidential candidate U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) because he supposedly is the best one to address race relations, according to a story by Detroit Metro Times.
Read More‘The Economy is Back, Jobs are Back, and America is Back,’ Vice President Pence Tells Detroit Economic Club
President Donald Trump has revived America’s economy, and warned against electing a Democrat in 2020, Vice President Mike Pence said Monday during an appearance in Detroit.
Read MoreMichigan Teacher Says Public Schools ‘Worse Than Ever,’ Dominated by ‘Outrage Culture’
Lawrence M. Ludlow, who holds a master’s degree in Medieval Studies and has taught in the Detroit and Gross Pointe areas, recently wrote an article on his experience of returning to the classroom.
Read MoreU.S. Rep. Dingell of Michigan Says Democratic Debates Didn’t Focus Enough on Trade
U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-MI-12) says she was disappointed in the Democratic presidential debate because of the lack of a focus on trade…
Read MoreIn Aftermath of Storms, Michigan State Rep. Johnson Continues Call to Allow Microgrid Use by Critical Facilities
With hundreds of thousands of households across Michigan left without power in the wake of severe storms, State Rep. Steven Johnson (R-MI-72) said circumstances like these emphasize the need to allow microgrid infrastructure in Michigan.
Read MoreRep. Levin of Michigan Endorses Elizabeth Warren in Democratic Primary, Gushes Over Candidate During Debate
U.S. Rep. Andy Levin (D-MI-09) has endorsed Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren.
Read MoreDetroit Billboard Raises a Beef With Gary Peters Over Green New Deal Plan to Restrict Red Meat Use
A new billboard campaign is pointing out that some Democratic presidential candidates do not think beef should be for any meal, period.
Read MoreQuestions CNN Should Ask Dems But Probably Won’t, Courtesy of GOP
CNN hosted the second round of Democratic debates, which kicked of Tuesday night and will continue Wednesday night in Detroit, Michigan.
Read MoreCopycat Progressive Tactics at the ‘People’s Convention’ in Detroit Spin Popular GOP Messaging
Organizers from the Center for Popular Democracy (CPD) used some language during the second annual People’s Convention in Detroit July 25-27 that echoed popular themes from President Trump and the GOP.
Read MorePresidential Candidate Williamson Discusses Plan for Reparations at NAACP Convention
Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson appeared Tuesday afternoon with other Democratic Party notables at Cobo Hall in Detroit as part of the 2019 NAACP Convention.
Read MoreKamala Harris Courts Union Voters Under the Detroit Arch
Presidential candidate Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) spoke at a union rally in Detroit Wednesday afternoon.
Read MoreMichigan Young Republicans Announce Plans to ‘Re-Energize’ Organization
The Michigan Young Republicans organization announced its plans for expansion Tuesday and unveiled a number of new leadership changes. Abby Oliver, a Grand Rapids resident, has been named chairwoman of the Michigan Young Republicans and will replace outgoing Chairman Kyle Brethauer, according to a press release. Matthew Yascolt will…
Read MoreMichigan Announces ‘Social Equity Program’ That Will Provide State Aid to Marijuana Start-Ups
The State of Michigan is rolling out a Social Equity Program to encourage participation in the marijuana industry in particular cities, but it’s receiving mixed reviews. The Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) has identified 19 “disproportionately impacted communities” for special assistance. According to its July 18 press release, the cities…
Read More