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Gas Prises To Rise Higher Before Memorial Day Weekend [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:06:57 +0000

We know they go up around summer holidays. But the questions are…how much and why? Find out here. According to AAA, gas prices in Michigan have risen 10 cents just in the past week. The current average in Michigan is $3.88 – about 13 cents per gallon more than this time last year. Here’s why: [...]

Owosso Man Traveling To Oklahoma Via Wagon Drawn By Two Mules [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:14:41 +0000

Charlie Peters left his home May 1st and has passed near Jackson and Sturgis, Michigan on his journey toward Oklahoma. Where is he now? Well, he’s now in northern Indiana. He’s able to travel about 20 miles a day. Peters wants to meet military veterans along the way and thank them for their service to the country. He [...]

Dozens Of Baggage Handlers Caught Stealing From Baggage [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Sun, 05 May 2013 11:31:26 +0000

Be careful what you put in your suitcase. Dozens of baggage handlers working for Italian airline Alitalia have been arrested in an operation to clamp down on suitcase thefts.The 29 were held in dawn raids across the country while another 57 workers were also taken in for questioning as part of the police blitz which [...]

What Is Parahawking? [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:55:01 +0000

I’ve always been a thrill seeker. While I’ll go on any thrill ride you put in front of me, there are still many things I want to do like skydiving and para-sailing. But here’s one I need to add to the list. It’s called parahawking.

Be Careful! Rain Has Created Many Surprises On Genesee County Roads [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 13:02:35 +0000

Here is an example of what you could run into unexpectedly on county roads. It looks somewhat harmless now, but early Friday, one patch of road caused quite the problem in Flint. All this is a side effect of the heavy rain. Hope you didn’t hit this one Friday morning. Take a look. ABC 12 [...]

Justin Bieber Thinks Anne Frank Would Have Been A 'Belieber?'

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:26:20 +0000

Was the message Justin Bieber wrote in the guestbook at The Anne Frank House inappropriate, tacky, insensitive, or all of the above?

Dueling Saxophones On NYC Subway – Parts One and Two [Videos]

Steph — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:00:50 +0000

I wish that Flint had subways. The people watching opportunities are endless and the coolest things take place during otherwise boring commutes. If you are a music lover you will enjoy this example of what I’m talking about! Part one of the battle for saxophone supremacy is below. Enjoy! Part two of the [...]

New Airline Policy – Charging You By Your Weight

J. Patrick — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:27:15 +0000

Fortunately, this airlines is small, but it’s radical idea just might be something that other airlines follow. The airlines is Samoa Air, and even though they only have two planes, they might just start another trend in airline fees. Under this new policy, passengers are charged based on their weight. Rates range from $1 a [...]

Traffic Crash Involving a School Bus Slows Traffic for Flint-Area Commuters

Jeremy Fenech — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:09:52 +0000

A traffic crash on Bristol Road ini front of Bendle High School has traffic at a crawl this afternoon. Two cars and a school bus were involved in the accident. As Bendle school bus 95-1 was pulling into the school to pick up students today, it was rear-ended by a vehicle and it was hit [...]

Can This Guy Really Sell Real Estate On The Moon? [Video]

Steph — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:39:23 +0000

Are you tired of listening to the neighborhood kids scream or that one stupid dog that barks incessantly 24 hours a day, 7 days a week? Are you looking for something other than the typical ranch style house in a subdivision? Let me introduce you to a very interesting realtor! Is Dennis Hope the [...]

Giant Mosquitoes Set To Invade Florida This Summer

Jeremy Fenech — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 22:15:49 +0000

Remember this when you’re planning that once-in-a-lifetime family trip to Disney World this summer. While you’re there, there’s a chance you’ll stumble into a real-life low-budget horror movie about ‘giant evil mosquitoes.’ According to entomologists at the University of Florida, a swarm of “Mega Mosquitoes” is set to invade central Florida this summer. The mega [...]

Seven Real Ridiculous Traffic Laws

Jeremy Fenech — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:00:52 +0000

I stumbled upon a list of seven incredibly ridiculous traffic laws that are real, well, according to Yahoo. Sometimes it seems like these things only exist on the Internet, but they've been copied-and-pasted so many times people believe they're real. Anyway, let's not let our jaded skepticism ruin something this stupid. Here are seven U.S. traffic laws that are real, as far as we know:

Mid-Michigan Weather Takes Another Turn

Jeremy Fenech — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:53:04 +0000

After the heavy rain that fell in Mid-Michigan, causing flooding and other problems for residents, Mother Nature is about to take a potentially deadly turn. We've easily broken temperature and rainfall records over the past few days which has left the ground saturated. With no where for that water to go, what will happen when the temperatures drop below the freezing point tonight?

Could You Be a Professional Water Slide Tester? [Video]

Steph — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:00:35 +0000

It’s a so-so Thursday, right smack dab in the middle of my least favorite month in Flint, Michigan! Are you stuck like me, at a desk, on the computer, daydreaming of spring and sunshine? Do I have the perfect job for you! If you had the chance, would you be a professional water slide [...]

Air Travel Without Jet Lag? Check Out the Airplane of the Future [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 18:34:07 +0000

Although air travel is already the safest mode of transportation, planes of the future will be even safer, and offer a lot more comfort.

Spectacular! 16 Million Colors Dazzle On Empire State Building [Video]

Steph — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:30:51 +0000

The evening skyline over parts of New York City has been a little dim lately, thanks to Superstorm Sandy, but this is a city that bounces back quickly. A fantastic light show on Monday evening on the Empire State Building put everyone back in a New York state of mind! Watch 16 million colors dance and dazzle to the music of Alicia Keys after the jump.

Shania Twain Makes Dramatic Entrance Down Vegas Strip On Horseback [Video]

Steph — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:53:21 +0000

Shania Twain certainly knows how to make an entrance! Promoters called the event a “stampede”, and the legendary Las Vegas Strip was closed to traffic yesterday as Shania made her way to Caeser’s Palace on horseback to begin a two year headlining residency. Watch her dramatic entrance into Sin City after the jump. [...]

Let It Snow In New Pure Michigan Winter Campaign [Video]

Steph — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:57:31 +0000

If winter is your season and snow is your thing, the new Pure Michigan commercial is a must see! If you hate Michigan winters and don’t want to be reminded of what’s just around the corner weather wise, you should probably look away! The Pure Michigan winter campaign will operate with a $2.24 million [...]

'Spirit' Is Fourth Airline To Add $100 Fee For Carry-On Luggage

J. Patrick — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 13:49:01 +0000

It seems the airlines have figured out a way to gouge their patrons and now everyone is jumping on board. Spirit Airlines now becomes the fourth airline to charge their customers $100 to bring aboard their carry-on luggage.

Deer Season is Here

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 15:58:20 +0000

Hunters across this great state always anticipate the beginning of deer season. We are already into the bow hunting season, and hunting with firearms begins November 15th. While I am not a hunter, I too look forward to a drop in the number of deer... especially after a huge buck did a number on my car.