Theft of ‘Nutcracker’ Set Pieces and Props Can’t Stop a Michigan Production

The 40th annual performance of “The Nutcracker’’ in Canton, Mich., was weeks away, and June Smith was anxiously awaiting one of her last Sunday rehearsals with dozens of her student dancers. But before Ms. Smith, the artistic director of the Plymouth- …

Michigan meatpacking company recalls ground beef over E coli scare

A Michigan meatpacking company is recalling more than 167,000lb of ground beef because of a possible E coli contamination that has left at least 15 people ill, the Food Safety and Inspection Service (Fsis) said in a statement on Wednesday. The Minnesota …

Shoppers asked to buy from Michigan businesses on Cyber Monday

If you’re planning on shopping Cyber Monday, why not consider buying from a Michigan business? Cyber Monday started in 2005. It’s the Monday after Thanksgiving when online shops usually post deals to get you to buy from them. Michigan Retailers Association …

Southwest Michigan’s Morning News for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024

What’s being said nationally about Michigan football landing No. 1 recruit Bryce Underwood

On Nov. 4, just days after class of 2025 four-star quarterback Carter Smith decommitted from Michigan, head coach Sherrone Moore was asked how confident he was that the Wolverines would add a quarterback this cycle. With a sly smile, he responded: ‘We’ll …

WATCH: Five-star QB Bryce Underwood posts one of the coldest commitment videos ever after flipping to Michigan

The No. 1 recruit in the country is officially staying home. Five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood, who was previously committed to LSU, announced on Thursday night he was flipping to the Michigan Wolverines. What came with it? Just one of the most hyped …

How to watch Michigan vs Northwestern in Week 13

Before the season began, many Michigan fans would have expected that, at worst, the Wolverines would have two or three losses heading into the final two weeks of the season. Instead, the program is fighting for its life for bowl eligibility at 5-5, and a …

No. 1 prospect Bryce Underwood flips from LSU to Michigan

Five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood, the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2025 class, reneged on his commitment to LSU and announced Thursday he will attend Michigan. Underwood committed to LSU in early January but the Wolverines remained in contact with …

Family Mourns ‘Senseless’ Killing Of Michigan Pastor Who Was Struck By Illegal Immigrant

A father, grandfather, and Michigan pastor died from his injuries after he was struck by a vehicle driven by an illegal immigrant earlier this month, and now his family is speaking out about the “senseless” killing. Stephen Singleton, 72, was on one of his …

Michigan true freshmen who could benefit from a bowl game

With Michigan sitting at 5-5 on the season they need just one more win to become bowl-eligible. The Wolverines play 4-6 Northwestern at Michigan Stadium on Saturday and close out the season against No. 2 Ohio State (9-1) the following week. If Michigan is …