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The Detroit Tigers have signed second baseman Jace Jung, the No. 12 overall pick in the 2022 draft.
Jung, a 21-year-old, a left-handed hitter from Texas Tech, signed for a $4,590,300 bonus, according to MLB.com's Jim Callis. The signing bonus equals the full slot value for the 12th pick.
He is represented by agent Scott Boras.
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Now that Jung has signed, he will begin his professional career at the team's spring training complex in Lakeland, Florida.
The Tigers already agreed to terms with second-round selection Peyton Graham, a shortstop from Oklahoma, for a $1.8 million bonus, according to Baseball America's Carlos Collazo. His signing bonus is above the $1,510,600 slot value for the No. 51 pick.
As of Monday, twelve of the team's 19 draft picks have signed.
The 12 players: Jung, Graham, right-hander Troy Melton (fourth round), third baseman Luke Gold (fifth round), shortstop Danny Serretti (sixth round), outfielder Seth Stephenson (seventh round), left-hander Jake Miller (eighth round), first baseman Andrew Jenkins (ninth round), right-hander Trevin Michael (10th round), left-hander Joseph Miller (11th round), right-hander Patrick Pridgen (15th round) and right-hander Quinn Gudaitis (16th round). | 2022-07-25T19:16:27Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers sign MLB draft's No. 12 overall pick Jace Jung | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/25/detroit-tigers-sign-mlb-draft-first-round-jace-jung/10143966002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/25/detroit-tigers-sign-mlb-draft-first-round-jace-jung/10143966002/ |
Detroit Red Wings add defenseman Robert Hägg to depth chart
The summer of defense depth continues for the Detroit Red Wings this week with the signing of Robert Hägg.
Hägg was inked for one year, $800,000. He joins a depth chart that added Ben Chiarot, Olli Määttä and Mark Pysyk. Hägg, 27, has appeared in 300 NHL games split among the Florida Panthers, Buffalo Sabres and Philadelphia Flyers. In May, the Wings added Steven Kampfer.
Pysyk, a right-side defender, projects to be a good veteran partner if, as expected, 2021 first-round pick Simon Edvinsson earns a spot in Detroit's lineup. Hägg, Kampfer, and Jordan Oesterle likely will be ticketed for the Grand Rapids Griffins, with the possibility of a return trip likely: Last season the Wings cycled through 12 defensemen. | 2022-07-25T19:16:39Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Red Wings add defenseman Robert Hägg to depth chart | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nhl/red-wings/2022/07/25/detroit-red-wings-defenseman-robert-hagg-contract/10144690002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nhl/red-wings/2022/07/25/detroit-red-wings-defenseman-robert-hagg-contract/10144690002/ |
Welcome to the Detroit Free Press 2022 voter guide for the Aug. 2 primary election.
We’re pleased to offer the candidates’ responses, in their own words, to questions on key issues.
This guide offers information about elections in Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties as well as state wide races. Only candidates with competitive party primaries were asked to participate in this edition of the voter guide. For example, we sent questionnaires to the five Republican gubernatorial candidates vying for their party's nomination, but not Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. While her name is in the guide and appears on the Aug. 2 ballot, she does not have a primary opponent, and will advance to the November general election.
Not all candidates chose to respond to the questionnaire — that’s why there are responses for some candidates, and not others.
Candidates for Secretary of State and Attorney General are nominated by their respective parties at conventions. Check back this fall for more information about those races.
Here’s how to use the August primary election voter guide:
Enter your address to see the races and questions that will be on your ballot. We ask for your address so you see only what's on your ballot. Your information will not be used for any other purpose.
Click on a candidate’s photo to see their responses to our questionnaire. The questions and answers are categorized by topic so you can choose the issues you're interested in.
Scroll to the top of the page to look at another candidate. Click "next office" in the upper right corner to move on to the next race.
You can print a list of your selected candidates. You also can use this guide to find your polling location and add voting on Election Day to your calendar.
More August primary election voter information
See videos of more than 50 candidates vying for legislative seats in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne Counties.
Citizen Detroit, a civic engagement non-profit, invited candidates to tell voters why they're running for office. The civic engagement nonprofit aims to help voters navigate newly drawn legislative districts by showing the map of each candidate's district and the cities those districts include. Browse through videos on informdetroit.org.
The Free Press, a partner in the project, has included the videos in its 2022 August election voter guide.
More Detroit Free Press August primary election coverage
Read the Free Press' profiles of the GOP Candidates on the primary ballot
Read all of the Free Press' political coverage | 2022-07-25T21:42:21Z | www.freep.com | August primary election 2022: Voter guide for Southeast Michigan | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/25/michigan-primary-election-august-2-2022-voter-guide/10121023002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/25/michigan-primary-election-august-2-2022-voter-guide/10121023002/ |
The Pistons unveiled the jerseys during a launch party at Highlands Detroit at the top floor of the GM Renaissance Center Monday night, and former star Jerry Stackhouse was in attendance.
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The Pistons began to incorporate the color teal into their branding during the 2021-22 season. Their 2021-22 "City Edition" uniforms featured blue-and-teal stripes the sides of the jersey and shorts. During summer league in 2021 and 2022, Detroit's staff wore teal polos.
Like all "Classic Edition" uniforms, the Pistons will only wear the jerseys for a handful of games next season. The team will reveal the games at a later date. | 2022-07-26T01:11:57Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Pistons unveil throwback teal uniforms for 2022-23 season | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nba/pistons/2022/07/25/detroit-pistons-bringing-back-teal-uniforms-classic-edition/10149598002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nba/pistons/2022/07/25/detroit-pistons-bringing-back-teal-uniforms-classic-edition/10149598002/ |
General Motors has all the raw materials it needs to get it to the goal of building 1 million electric vehicles in North America by the end of 2025.
On Tuesday the automaker said it has three new supplier agreements that gives GM access to lithium, nickel, cobalt and Cathode Active Material (CAM) used in EV batteries.
The new binding supply agreements are:
LG Chem will supply GM with 968,000 tons of cathode material between now and 2030, enough to build 5 million EVs.
Livent will provide significant quantities of lithium for high-performance EVs.
POSCO Chemical will provide a near-term supply of CAM from its South Korean operations from 2023 to 2025. CAM is a key battery material consisting of processed nickel, lithium and other materials that makes up about 40% of the cost of a battery cell.
In December, GM announced a joint-venture deal with POSCO Chemical and in March 2022 GM said the new joint-venture will build a factory in Quebec. That plant isunder construction, so until it is ready POSCO will deliver CAM to GM from South Korea.
GM also has a joint venture with LG Energy Solution called Ultium Cells LLC to make battery cells for GM's future EVs. Ultium Cells is building factories in Ohio, Tennessee and Michigan. The plant in Lordstown, Ohio, starts production in three weeks.
"As we move forward, we will increasingly localize our supply chain, just as we have localized battery cell production," said GM spokesman David Barnas.
Livent's performance lithium
GM is investing $35 billion in EVs and self-driving cars through 2025. It's a big bet on electrification, meaning GM can't afford a mistake in a launch. GM will launch 30 new EVs by then.
To make sure all that can happen, GM CFO Paul Jacobson said last month the automaker will continue to form partnerships or invest in raw material suppliers to ensure GM has the parts it needs.
“Everything is on the table when it comes to the way we have to be thinking about some of these commodities that might be in tighter supply in the future," Jacobson said during the Deutsche Bank Global Auto Industry Conference webcast on June 15.
Chemical manufacturer Livent inked a multiyear sourcing agreement to supply GM with battery-grade lithium hydroxide made primarily from lithium extracted at Livent’s brine-based operations in South America.
Lithium hydroxide is crucial to GM’s plans to make higher performance, higher mileage EVs. GM said it will use lithium hydroxide in the Ultium propulsion system that will power the Chevrolet Blazer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Hummer and Cadillac Lyriq.
Livent will supply to GM over a six-year period beginning in 2025 and over the course of the agreement, Livent will increasingly supply battery-grade lithium hydroxide to GM from its manufacturing facilities in the U.S., with the goal of transitioning all of its lithium hydroxide processing for GM to North America.
GM said the agreement helps Livent expand its North American capabilities and secures product for GM's production.
Localizing production
LG Chem will supply 950,000 tons of CAM to GM beginning the second half of this year through 2030, enough to make five million EVs, GM said.
The CAM secured by GM will be used by Ultium Cells at its three battery cell plants. GM said in a statement that it and LG Chem will also look into building a new factory for CAM production in North America by the end of 2025.
“This agreement demonstrates GM’s commitment to strong supplier relationships, and compliments our many other recent EV supply chain announcements," said Jeff Morrison, GM vice president of Global Purchasing and Supply Chain. “Importantly, GM now has contractual commitments secured with strategic partners for all battery raw material to support our goal of 1 million units of EV capacity by the end of 2025."
GM's done deals
In April, GM locked in a multiyear arrangement with Glencore, a company headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, that will supply GM with cobalt from its Murrin Murrin operation in Australia. Cobalt is an important metal used in the production of EV batteries. It gives the batteries energy, density and longevity.
GM also inked a deal late last year with rare earth mining and manufacturer MP Materials Corp. to produce alloy and magnets for some of GM's upcoming EVs.
In December, GM also announced it has a nonbinding memorandum of understanding with German-based supplier VAC, which makes advanced magnetic materials. It will start making those magnets for GM in 2024. Magnets are an essential part of EV motors and drive units.
At that time, GM spokesman David Caldwell told the Free Press that forming partnerships for raw material sourcing secures GM's supply chain for EVs and makes the materials more North American-focused. | 2022-07-26T12:40:58Z | www.freep.com | GM has 3 new deals to assure it hits EV production target | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2022/07/26/general-motors-electric-vehicles-materials/10146847002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2022/07/26/general-motors-electric-vehicles-materials/10146847002/ |
U.S. safety regulators have opened three investigations into alleged safety problems with about 1.65 million vehicles made by Stellantis.
The largest investigation covers 1.34 million Jeep Cherokee small SUVs from the 2014 through 2020 model years. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says it has 80 complaints that the electronic parking brakes can turn on while the SUVs are moving.
Another investigation covers 289,000 Dodge Journey and Jeep Compass and Patriot small SUVs from 2016 due to 127 complaints about engine stalling due to crankshaft or camshaft sensor problems. The agency says Fiat Chrysler did a recall in 2016 for a similar problem. It's looking to see if the problem is happening with vehicles not included in the recall.
The agency also says it has 40 complaints of a transmission problem causing Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans to lose power. The investigation covers 21,000 vans from the 2019 through 2021 model years. | 2022-07-26T16:15:22Z | www.freep.com | NHTSA opens 3 investigations of safety problems in Stellantis vehicles | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/chrysler/2022/07/26/nhtsa-investigation-safety-problems-stellantis-vehicles/10151949002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/chrysler/2022/07/26/nhtsa-investigation-safety-problems-stellantis-vehicles/10151949002/ |
Detroit City Council approved a nearly $1.7 million contract for the demolition of a portion of the storied Packard Plant, ending the saga to raze the 40-acre site on the city's east side.
The Wayne County Treasurer's Office foreclosed on a number of parcels at the plant, Crain's Detroit reported Monday, meaning Palazuelo could lose ownership rights to more than 30 parcels and buildings for nearly $784,000 in unpaid taxes and water fees dating back several years.
“This contract is considered an emergency demolition, as the structure is beside an operating business, threatening the building, employees and neighborhood residents," said LaJuan Counts, director of Detroit Demolition Department, in a statement to the Free Press Tuesday. "Demolition will remove the hazard from the community and ensure public safety.”
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Palazuelo, his attorney, the city's Department of Demolition and Homrich Wrecking Inc. did not respond to requests for comment Tuesday.
Palazuelo had previously chided city officials for their lack of support for his redevelopment efforts. He claimed to have spent about $7 million on the Packard site, including security, junk, and asbestos removal, taxes and water drainage fees.
Mayor Mike Duggan addressed the Packard Plant during his State of the City speech and referred to Palazuelo, although not by name, as an impediment to the site getting cleaned up and redeveloped. | 2022-07-26T19:17:42Z | www.freep.com | Detroit City Council OKs $1.7M contract to demolish Packard Plant | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/07/26/packard-plant-detroit-city-council-demolition/10152204002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/07/26/packard-plant-detroit-city-council-demolition/10152204002/ |
Seattle man accused of racist threats to businesses across US detained pending trial
SEATTLE — A suburban Seattle man accused of a months-long campaign of phoning racist threats to businesses across the country — including threatening to shoot Black customers at a grocery store in Buffalo, New York — has been ordered detained pending trial.
Joey George, 37, of Lynnwood, was arrested last week and was in U.S. District Court in Seattle on Monday for a detention hearing. According to prosecutors, George phoned a Buffalo grocery store twice in July threatening to shoot Black people and ranting about a "race war."
Assistant U.S. Attorney Thomas Woods urged Magistrate Judge Brian Tsuchida to keep the defendant behind bars pending trial, saying the phone calls were not made off the cuff but were part of an escalating "campaign of terror."
"This was a campaign to instill fear, terror and to tell people of different races they do not belong," Woods said.
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The court sided agreed with prosecutors that the case met the definition of a "crime of violence" and that detention was warranted.
"There's no way around it: This is a spectacularly concerning allegation," Tsuchida said. | 2022-07-26T22:17:13Z | www.freep.com | Seattle man accused of racist threats to Michigan businesses detained | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/07/26/seattle-man-accused-racist-threats-detained-joey-george/10153647002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/07/26/seattle-man-accused-racist-threats-detained-joey-george/10153647002/ |
The Detroit Tigers hoped to gain momentum after a 12-run performance in Monday's series opener, but in Tuesday's matchup, San Diego Padres right-hander Mike Clevinger sucked the life out of MLB's worst offense.
Then, Jeimer Candelario stepped to the plate in the seventh inning.
The 28-year-old flexed his muscles and pumped up his teammates in the dugout while rounding third base. Candelario launched a two-run home run off Clevinger's cutter to put the Tigers on the scoreboard.
The Tigers continued chipping away but didn't have additional runs to show for their improved plate appearances until Riley Greene's game-tying two-strike RBI single with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning.
But the Tigers lost, 6-4, in 10 innings.
Detroit returned to 20 games under .500, at 39-59, and remains in last place of the American League Central. The Padres scored three runs in the top of the 10th, and the Tigers plated one run against righty reliever Nick Martinez on Candelario's RBI double.
Facing left-hander Taylor Rogers in the ninth, Willi Castro opened the inning with a two-strike single to left field. The next two batters were retired — Jonathan Schoop and pinch-hitter Eric Haase (for Tucker Barnhart) — before pinch-hitter Robbie Grossman (for Akil Baddoo) extended the game with a full-count walk.
Along with tying the game, Greene's RBI single put runners on the corners for Javier Báez.
Báez struck out looking.
Left-handed closer Gregory Soto, who dominated in a scoreless ninth inning, returned for the 10th and imploded with the free extra-innings runner on second base. Jake Cronenworth reached on a hit-by-pitch, and Manny Machado reached on a throwing error from Báez to load the bases.
With one out, Soto hit Luke Voit to give the Padres a free run and a 4-3 lead. After Soto got the second out, manager A.J. Hinch replaced him with right-hander Jason Foley. Jorge Alfaro hit Foley's first-pitch two-seam fastball into right field, which drove in two more runs for a 6-3 advantage.
All three runs — charged to Soto — were unearned.
Before the seventh, the Tigers had three hits and one walk.
The Tigers advanced their first runner into scoring position in the fourth inning, when Harold Castro doubled to right field. The next two batters were retired: Miguel Cabrera struck out swinging and Candelario grounded out.
Another opportunity didn't arise until the seventh, when Cabrera worked a full count and doubled to the left-field corner on a slider that hung over the middle of the plate. Candelario made Clevinger pay for the mistake to Cabrera with a two-run blast to right field.
Clevinger stranded Schoop on first base by striking out Barnhart and Baddoo to end the seventh. He tossed 92 pitches and allowed two runs on six hits and one walk with five strikeouts across seven innings.
Since the second half began, Candelario is batting .400 (8-for-20) with four homers, one walk and four strikeouts in six games (five starts). For the season, though, he has a .207 average in 76 games.
In the eighth inning, Candelario had another chance to play hero. Two-out singles from Harold Castro and Cabrera off Padres reliever Luis Garcia put runners on the corners, but Candelario struck out swinging on a splitter in the dirt.
Out of the Tigers' bullpen, three relievers tossed scoreless innings: Alex Lange in the sixth, Jose Cisnero in the seventh and Michael Fulmer in the eighth. Fulmer, a free agent after this season and the most likely player to be traded at the Aug. 6 deadline, may have pitched his final outing as a Tiger at Comerica Park.
Hill of an eff
Right-hander Garrett Hill wasn't efficient through three innings.
The 26-year-old rookie needed 23 pitches in the first, 23 pitches in the second and 22 pitches in the third. He worked around two walks in the first and one walk in the second — all three on full counts — but the Padres struck with two outs in the third frame.
Manny Machado, the Padres' best hitter, lined first-pitch two-seam fastball to center field for a single, the first hit against Hill. Nomar Mazara, a Tiger for 50 games last season, followed with a two-strike single to center on another two-seamer.
Luke Voit drove in Machado and Mazara with a double to straightaway center field. Just like the previous two batters, Voit tagged Hill's two-seamer. The ball traveled 427 feet and bounced off the top part of the padding near the shrubs.
At first, Voit's hit appeared to be a home run, and by the way, it would have been a homer in 29 of 30 ballparks.
But replay review confirmed the call on the field: double.
Hill worsened the situation by walking the next batter, Eric Hosmer, on four pitches. Then, Jorge Alfaro put the Padres ahead 3-0 with a ground-rule double to straightaway center field. All four hits in the third inning landed in center.
After throwing 68 pitches for the first nine outs, Hill pitched consecutive scoreless innings on 20 total pitches to get through the fourth and fifth. He allowed three runs on five hits and four walks with two strikeouts in five innings.
For his 88 pitches (59 strikes), Hill threw 32 two-seam fastballs (36%), 24 sliders (27%), 14 changeups (16%), 14 four-seam fastballs (16%) and four knuckle curves (5%). Hill recorded an underwhelming four swings and misses, two each with his two-seamer and slider. The Padres fouled 23 pitches against Hill and averaged a 92.2 mph exit velocity on balls in play. | 2022-07-27T03:08:29Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers' Gregory Soto struggles in 10th for 6-4 loss to Padres | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/26/detroit-tigers-game-recap-san-diego-padres-gregory-soto/10159087002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/26/detroit-tigers-game-recap-san-diego-padres-gregory-soto/10159087002/ |
Michelle Levise laughs a bit now when she remembers the young man who called her home and told her she was a mega winner for the Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes.
"He wanted to know what I was going to do with all that money," said Levise, who lives in New Baltimore, which holds bragging rights for Michigan's tallest flagpole.
She doesn't recall exactly how much he claimed she won — noting that she doesn't like to clutter her head with pointless information. It was going to be plenty every month.
She does recall that all she had to do was send them a cashier's check for $4,800 and they would come to her home and bring her winnings.
"Seriously?" she told me by phone. She had never heard of having to send someone thousands of dollars to claim a prize.
And there were other red flags, nearly as big as that American flag flying in New Baltimore at the foot of Lake St. Clair's Anchor Bay.
Things like, move fast. The sooner she could send that check, she was told, the sooner that they could release that check out of Richmond, Michigan, which is about a 10-minute drive away. Why would they be waiting in Richmond?
And the phone number on her caller ID was different from the phone number she was supposed to call once she got that cashier's check in hand. That, too, didn't make sense to her.
What is a 'Golden Harvest' prize?
The prize was supposedly a "Golden Harvest" sweepstakes that would pay her over her lifetime. But she was suspicious because she never heard of anything called a Golden Harvest prize from Publishers Clearing House, which she does enter sometimes. Golden Harvest is not a real giveaway or terminology that Publishers Clearing House has ever used in its promotions.
And the young man on the phone spoke incredibly slowly and could not seem to pronounce his words clearly. "No professionalism in his speech. None," Levise said.
"Actually I thought he had been drinking," said Levise, 72, who is retired after jobs in the supermarket industry and as a personal assistant for a broker in real estate. She now enjoys freelance photography, especially taking photos at the waterfront at twilight at the "moment when the light meets the dark."
She didn't rush off to her bank. She called the Better Business Bureau instead to check out if this really was a scam, just in case, and possibly shine a light on what she thought could spell financial trouble for some other retirees and seniors.
"If I could prevent that in any way, shape, or form, I'm all in," Levise said.
Winners don't hand over money
Everyone, of course, would love to feel like a winner — and the scammers are betting that they can grab some quick cash off those big dreams.
But the best way to protect your money is to watch out for those red flags of a scam and stop before sending any money or handing over any personal information.
As part of a sweepstakes scam, the crooks often try to convince you that you'll be sent a huge check for your prize after you pay some sort of processing fee and taxes up front. Typically, they're going to ask you to put cash on gift cards or send money via a wire transfer.
Publishers Clearing House and other legitimate sweepstakes do not require you to buy anything, place an order for something or hand over money to cover a tax or fee of any kind to collect a real prize.
"If someone tells you that you have won a prize but that you have to send money for any reason, hang up the phone, rip up the letter or delete the email or social media post," said Chris Irving, vice president of consumer and legal affairs for Publishers Clearing House in Jericho, New York.
The scammers who promise big winnings often try to steal money by claiming that consumers need to cover the “prepayment of taxes” or "Homeland Security fees." Or they might even say you need to send money to cover a refundable deposit or some sort of transfer fee to collect that prize. It's not true.
Publishers Clearing House notes that scammers might request money via Western Union, MoneyGram, Green Dot Cards, assorted gift cards and even sometimes tell you to send cash through the mail.
Consumers can report a scam online at pch.custhelp.com/app/report_scam or call the customer service team at 800-645-9242 and say "Report a Scam" from the main menu.
Uptick of sweepstakes scams
The Better Business Bureau Serving Eastern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula warns consumers that it has seen an uptick of complaints about imposters claiming to be from Publishers Clearing House and other groups offering prizes.
Many people, fortunately, aren't sending cash. But the BBB reported that locally consumers lost about $1,500 in the past three months. The losses could be higher because many victims do not report their losses out of fear that family members and friends will find out and be upset with them.
The scammers can even be bold enough to claim that they're a BBB accredited business.
Some variations of the scam involve receiving a check for a few thousand dollars in the mail to deposit and then being asked to overnight some cash. The check is fake and ultimately will bounce after the bank allows the account holder to withdraw cash from the deposit.
Even if a bank teller says a check has “cleared,” the BBB warns, the check could be detected as a fake weeks later. "One thing you can be sure of is that you will be on the hook for any funds drawn against the amount," the BBB said.
You're very likely not going to get that money back — and you're not going to receive any sweepstakes prize even though some consumers get a break.
In July, the Federal Trade Commission announced a settlement in a case involving 244,745 consumers in the United States, Canada and elsewhere who were defrauded by a Next-Gen sweepstakes scheme. The deadline for consumers to cash their checks or claim their PayPal payments is Oct. 17.
The consumers, including many seniors, had been falsely told they had won or were likely to win as much as $2 million, according to the FTC. But they first needed to pay a fee ranging from $9 to $139.99.
Participants paid a fee but didn’t get the promised prizes, according to the FTC. Many people paid the fee several times before realizing there was no prize.
Those who have questions about their refund should contact the refund administrator, Rust Consulting, at 833-721-2728 or 612-509-2644 or admin@nextgenrefund.com.
Many of the scammers, though, aren't being caught and consumers are out the cash.
How do you hear you're a winner?
The scammers are calling consumers directly, reaching out via social media posts, sending texts and even sending real letters in the mail to congratulate people on their big win — and yes, ask for cash up front before any prize can be sent.
Another warning: Crooks who pretend to be associated with Facebook are running a scam about a so-called lottery and sending fake email messages. You did not, repeat, win millions in a Facebook lottery.
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While robocalls are on the decline, consumer watchdogs warn that scammers are texting more frequently now one year after a new federal law led to a crackdown on illegal robocalls. Federal Communications Commission rules require that U.S. voice service providers use of technology to better identify robocalls.
But more scammers now text as a way to get around some new rules on robocalls and the improved technology. Robotexts aren't covered by the federal law that went into place June 30, 2021.
Consumers could be more trusting of a text that appears to be from a brand name or a big bank, too.
"Robotexts are the next generation of scams," according to a report called "Ringing In Our Fears" by the U.S. PIRG Education Fund.
PIRG noted that more cellphone and home phone companies are filtering calls and offering customers new services, such as flagging suspicious calls to give the receiver the choice of answering, sending them to voicemail or blocking them.
But the report also pointed out that robotexts have increased twelvefold in the past year, from about 1 billion to 12 billion per month, according to RoboKiller.
In October 2021, Federal Communications Commission chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced proposed rulemaking that would require mobile wireless providers to block illegal text messaging. The full FCC has not acted yet.
Rosenworcel pointed out last fall that there has been a rise in scammers trying to take advantage of the general trust that consumers have in the text messages that they're receiving.
"It’s time we take steps to confront this latest wave of fraud and identify how mobile carriers can block these automated messages before they have the opportunity to cause any harm," Rosenworcel said in a statement.
Crooks pretend that they're from the bank or credit union and they're trying to stop fraud when they're really trying to steal your money. They might ask for a special code but don't hand it over to them.
Or the imposter text from a bank might ask you to "verify your account immediately" by clicking on a link.
Or the scammers impersonate Amazon and send a text about an order.
Or scammers might text and pretend they're from the local utility company, and later request cash transfers.
One recent scam involved criminals posing as DTE Energy contacting customers first via text message and then by phone call asking them to make missed payments through a website, often using cash transfer apps such as Zelle, according to a warning by the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services.
Best bet: Never give personal or account information to anyone calling you, even if the caller says that it is for "verification purposes."
You might imagine that you're the only person who is dealing a problem — or the only person who just won $2.5 million through “Mega Millions Online," another popular ongoing scam.
But the Federal Trade Commission warns that the "same text, email, or letter went to lots of people."
Three signs of a sweepstakes scam, according to the FTC, are:
You have to pay something — taxes, a fee, whatever — to get your prize. Real prizes are free. Scammers want you to wire money or use gift cards use because it’s hard to track down who got the the money. And it’s almost impossible to get your money back.
The caller claims that paying something or buying something increases your odds of winning. It’s illegal for someone to ask you to pay to increase your odds of winning. Only a scammer will do that.
You have to give your bank account or credit card information. If they ask for this information, the FTC says it’s a scam.
The sad truth is that big winners can easily lose good money when it comes to sweepstakes scams, especially if they don't pause a bit and pay attention to any of the red flags along the way. | 2022-07-27T12:03:52Z | www.freep.com | Scammers pretend to be from Publishers Clearing House, ask for cash | https://www.freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2022/07/27/publishers-clearing-house-scam-golden-harvest/10142143002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2022/07/27/publishers-clearing-house-scam-golden-harvest/10142143002/ |
Peter Bhatia
The diversity audit is a snapshot in time and our staff can decline to identify their ethnicity. We have added to the staff two young, extremely talented photojournalists since the survey was taken a month ago, an African American woman and a Latino, Sarabeth Maney and David Rodriguez Munoz. Like all of the remarkable staff I work with they are fantastic journalists and terrific people. If there was a measure of "good journalists, good people" I believe the Free Press staff would have the highest rating in the country. | 2022-07-27T13:08:47Z | www.freep.com | Free Press diversity numbers static, but efforts are ongoing | https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/2022/07/27/free-press-diversity-report/10158356002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/2022/07/27/free-press-diversity-report/10158356002/ |
INDIANAPOLIS — Michigan Statefootball's Mel Tucker got off the private jet he took with his players to Big Ten media day at Lucas Oil Stadium and walked up the steps to the main stage and summed it all up.
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Broussard was originally recruited by Tucker at Colorado and was named the Pac-12's Offensive Player of the Year in 2020, Tucker's first year at MSU.
After a stretch of six 10+ win seasons from 2010-2017, including five years with 11 or more victories, MSU won seven games or fewer from 2018-2020, including bottoming out at 2-5 in Tucker's first season. | 2022-07-27T17:55:36Z | www.freep.com | Big Ten media days: Mel Tucker, MSU football not content with big 2021 | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/2022/07/27/michigan-state-football-mel-tucker-2022-big-ten-media-day/10161999002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/2022/07/27/michigan-state-football-mel-tucker-2022-big-ten-media-day/10161999002/ |
Ford Motor Co. on Wednesday reported second-quarter adjusted earnings of $3.7 billion — more than triple over the same period a year ago, when the company had a gain of $1.1 billion.
In North America, Ford reported adjusted EBIT of $3.3 billion up from $192 million in the same quarter last year. Ford reported EBIT losses in other regions, including China, but showed adjusted EBIT of $60 million in its International Markets Group, down from $204 million in the same quarter a year ago.
The company is currently in the process of "cost reduction efforts" but Lawler declined to comment on head count or time frames. "We're reshaping every aspect of the way we're doing business."
Garrett Nelson, analyst at CFRA Research, recommended Wednesday that investors "buy" Ford stock and said, "CEO Jim Farley said the company is moving with purpose and speed into the most promising period for growth in Ford's history. ... Ford remains one of our top picks in the auto industry."
Future cost cuts
Ford CEO Jim Farley didn't deny a Bloomberg report that the company planned to cut as many as 8,000 jobs, and cost cuts have been deemed necessary for the long-term viability of the company.
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In March, the company announced it needed to slash $3 billion over the next two or three years from its gas-powered operation and redirect money to its battery electric vehicle development and technology. The challenge, of course, is that traditional gas-powered vehicles — especially trucks — generate the revenue needed to pay for future development.
In addition, the company has seen longtime members of the management team leave, including Hau Thai-Tang and Frederiek Toney, while recruiting new talent from Silicon Valley to focus on key priorities, including Doug Field, Alan Clarke, Annie Liu and Jennifer Waldo.
Contact Phoebe Wall Howard:313-618-1034 orphoward@freepress.com.Follow her on Twitter@phoebesaid. Read more on Ford and sign up for our autos newsletter. | 2022-07-27T21:59:32Z | www.freep.com | Ford says strong products, demand led to good second quarter results | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/07/27/ford-q-2-second-quarter-earnings/10164175002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/07/27/ford-q-2-second-quarter-earnings/10164175002/ |
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He also played two seasons for the Lions, signing with Detroit out of college, and played fullback, helping the team win its first NFL championship in 1935. He played the rest of his nine-year career with the Chicago Cardinals.
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The committee will meet again on Aug. 23 to narrow the field to one, who will be voted on by the Hall’s main committee of writers early in 2023. Parker is far from the most accomplished coach in the group, which includes Super Bowl winners Mike Holmgren and Mike Shanahan, as well as innovators such as Don Coryell and Dan Reeves. The group also includes television exec Roone Arledge, who came up with “Monday Night Football” for ABC and current Patriots owner Robert Kraft. The other coaches/contributors: front-office executive Frank “Bucko” Kilroy; Browns/Ravens owner Art Modell; Steelers vice president Art Rooney Jr.; coach Clark Shaughnessy; and long-time executive John Wooten.
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The Hall’s Seniors Committee also met Wednesday and narrowed the field of semifinalists to 12, who will be winnowed down to three on Aug. 16 (with final approval in early 2023). The finalists: quarterback Ken Anderson; linebackers Randy Gradishar, Maxie Baughan, Tommy Nobis and Chuck Howley; offensive linemen Bob Kuechenberg; two-way player Cecil Isbell; defensive linemen Joe Klecko and cornerbacks Eddie Meador, Ken Riley and Everson Walls; and wide receiver Sterling Sharpe. | 2022-07-27T23:56:36Z | www.freep.com | Ex-Detroit Lions coach Buddy Parker makes Hall of Fame finalists | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/07/27/ex-detroit-lions-coach-buddy-parker-pro-football-hall-of-fame-finalist/10169642002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/07/27/ex-detroit-lions-coach-buddy-parker-pro-football-hall-of-fame-finalist/10169642002/ |
Mayor Mike Duggan and the Detroit Office of Arts, Culture & Entrepreneurship (ACE) announced a $3-million pilot plan on Wednesday to beautify alleys in five neighborhoods in an effort to combat blight and create gathering spaces.
The Art Alleys project is supported by the Ford Foundation and taps into funds from the American Rescue Plan Act, a stimulus bill signed by President Joe Biden last year. The Art Alleys initiative is part of the mayor’s Blight to Beauty campaign to improve Detroit’s neighborhoods. Detroit ACE will work alongside citizens and community groups already at work on alleys and will commission artists and supply creative support.
“When Mayor Mike Duggan announced the Blight to Beauty campaign, some people thought, ‘Why is this important?’” said ACE director Rochelle Riley during a Wednesday news conference. “The way we live, what we see in our lives, affects everything from our health to our outlook.”
Duggan said more than 2,000 alleys in the city have already been cleared out in partnership with neighborhood groups that have agreed to keep them clean afterward.
“We want to stop talking about blight,” he said. “We want to start talking about building beauty.”
Sam Coons, Detroit's program manager for neighborhood arts development, said the city will work on the project with community partners OHM Advisors; livingLAB, a landscape architecture and planning studio, and public art organization Sidewalk Detroit.
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Detroit City Councilmember James Tate, speaking during Wednesday's event, celebrated the effort.
“What it takes is leadership from government as well as those in the community to change the fortunes of not just our alleys, but our people,” he said.
Riley issued a call for more city residents to get involved.
“The way we choose (the alleys) is not to go out on our own, but to see who’s already doing something in their alley that we can enhance and make better and elevate. If this is something you’re interested in, go to our website, detroitmi.gov/ace or detroitartsandculture.com, and you can see how this is working and how it’s going.”
She also invited citizens who need alleys cleaned out to contact the city. Residents can fill out a form on the neighborhoods page of the city’s website to request a cleanup.
“They’ve done 2,000 alleys,” she said, “but that doesn’t mean they’re done. We are cleaning up this city. It’s going to be more than blight-free; it’s going to be beautiful.” | 2022-07-28T11:40:55Z | www.freep.com | Art Alleys project launched to help beautify Detroit neighborhoods | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/arts/2022/07/28/art-alleys-project-launched-help-beautify-detroit-neighborhoods/10168063002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/arts/2022/07/28/art-alleys-project-launched-help-beautify-detroit-neighborhoods/10168063002/ |
Top 10 Takeover dining series: Tickets for Barda go on sale Friday
The next stop on the Detroit Free Press Top 10 Takeover dinner series tour is Barda, Detroit’s only Argentine restaurant and No. 9 on the Freep’s 10 Best New Restaurants list.
Characterized by low lights and high energy, Barda centers on Patagonian dishes cooked over an open fire. From an open kitchen at the back of the restaurant, diners can watch as meaty fish is charred on a wood-fired grill and ribbons of glazed beets are twirled into the shape of a rosebud.
Led by chef Javier Bardauil, after which the restaurant is affectionately named, Barda delivers exceptional dishes that landed the restaurant a place as a finalist in the 2022 James Beard Awards for Best New Restaurant. Now diners have an opportunity to experience a menu curated by Bardauil and his team just for Freep readers.
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Barda’s Top 10 Takeover event on Aug. 16 will be a strolling dinner. Seatings are at 5, 5:15, 5:30 and 5:45 p.m. or at 7, 7:15, 7:30 and 7:45 p.m. Each time slot reserves your table for a two-hour dinner service. Diners can opt to sit at Barda’s sunken bar or on the restaurant’s outdoor patio if weather permits.
Tickets, which start at $95 with the option of a cocktail or wine pairing for an additional fee, go on sale at noon Thursday for Freep subscribers. General ticket sales will be available at noon Friday.
For tickets or more information, go to freep.com/top10.
First Course: Glazed beets. Two times-roasted Detroit beets, almond-garlic purée, raspberry dust.
Second Course: Burnt zucchini. English peas, horseradish green oil.
Third Course: Charred lettuce. Garlic confit, bread crumbs Parmesan.
Fourth Course: Chimichurri-marinated strip steak. Marble potatoes, Huancaina sauce. Or: A la plancha portobello. Bean purée, celery salad truffle oil.
Fifth Course: Smoked strawberries. Amaro Etna, torched sabayon, garrapiñada.
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Xavier Norman swung a club with all his might yet the golf ball went only about 40 yards. Xavier let out a huge sigh and angrily dropped the club.
But after watching other students practice their swings, he asked for another club, and tried again. This time, cheers erupted when he knocked it almost 80 yards.
Xavier, 14, was among 20 students in the Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP) gathered at PXG Detroit golf shop in Troy for a Wednesday morning session called "The Science of Sport."
The collaboration is aimed at showing that there's more to golf than just swinging a club — it's a way for engineers to learn how to incorporate technology into sports.
Leela Brennan, PXG vice president of brand and communication, said the collaboration is a way for the luxury golf club manufacturer to serve the community.
"It started off as a conversation with PXG and some of our team about how do we become better partners inside of the community in which our store is located," Brennan said.
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"We identified DAPCEP as an organization that's doing amazing work, serving kids who have the aptitude for STEM," she said. "We collaborated with them as well as with our headquarters' engineers to develop a program in service to those kids."
DAPCEP is a program for metro Detroit students from all backgrounds to be introduced to STEM fields through engineering programs, field trips and exposure to new opportunities.
"We know there's not really a lot of people of color that may be in this sport, but we still think it's a great opportunity for the students to learn more," said DAPCEP Executive Director Michelle Reaves. "Then what we did is put a spin on it. Everything we do try to teach them about is science is everywhere, or technology is everywhere."
Students split into four groups and went into practice rooms and club fitting bays equipped with golf simulators.
Normally, fitting bays at PXG cost $50 per session, but the DAPCEP students experienced it for free.
For many students, this was their first time playing golf.
Norman, 14, of Southfield a middle school student from Laurus Academy in Southfield, says he only has watched golf on TV before his mom signed him up for the session.
"I didn't really think it was gonna be fun," he said, "(but) it is fun."
At the fitting bays, students practiced full swings and learned putting skills as well as other golf basics.
Not all students were novices to golf. Sreeman Charabuddi, 16, of Bloomfield, a student at Cranbrook Academy of Arts, taught himself how to golf but did learn something new on Wednesday.
"Just more with my swing," he said. "How much yardage and the angle with the software and all that type of information."
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The field trip wrapped up with a visit to the Rocket Mortgage Classic at the Detroit Golf Club. The weeklong tournament ends July 31. | 2022-07-28T11:41:21Z | www.freep.com | Detroit STEM students learn how golf is really about engineering | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/07/28/detroit-stem-students-golf-engineering/10163471002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/07/28/detroit-stem-students-golf-engineering/10163471002/ |
Michael Woch
Although recent initiatives have made it easier than ever to vote with an absentee ballot in the state of Michigan, many people are expected to return to the polls in person for the state’s 2022 primary election held Aug. 2.
The Free Press has compiled answers to common questions to help Michigan voters weigh in on key gubernatorial, congressional and state legislative primaries on the ballot.
Who can vote in Michigan's elections? Can felons vote?
Any U.S. citizen who is at least 18 years old and not serving a prison sentence can vote. Formerly incarcerated people, as well as those awaiting arraignment or trial, are able to vote in Michigan. Eligible voters must live in Michigan when they register to vote and must have lived in their city or township where they're registering to vote for at least 30 days by Election Day.
How do I look up my voter registration status in Michigan?
If you're unsure whether you're among the more than 8 million registered Michigan voters, you can check by calling your local clerk's office or heading to the Michigan Voter Information Center website at mvic.sos.state.mi.us and click "Your voter information" at the top of the page.
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How do I register to vote in Michigan?
Because Aug. 2 is less than two weeks away, if you want to register to vote in the primary, you will have to do it in person at your local clerk's office. There, you can register to vote up until 8 p.m. on Election Day.
Make sure to bring proof of residency (such as a Michigan driver’s license or state ID; current utility bill; bank statement; paycheck or government check; or another government document.) The document or a digital copy of it must include your name and current address.
You will be asked to fill out an application that verifies your eligibility and identity. You will then submit your application to your local clerk and they will vet and process it.
How can I request an absentee ballot in Michigan?
You can request an absentee ballot online any time before 5 p.m. the Friday before Election Day or in-person at the clerk’s office any time before 4 p.m. the day before the election. The clerk's satellite offices can also help you with your absentee ballot needs. Because the election is less than two weeks away, it is not recommended that you request or return your absentee ballot by mail.
Make sure that you have your ballot returned to your local clerk’s office, satellite office, or ballot drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day.
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I am planning to vote in person. How do I find out where my polling location is?
Your precinct and polling place may have changed. For example, Detroit has 53 fewer precincts than it did in 2020 due to population losses recorded in the 2020 census. We recommend that you double or even triple-check your polling location before you head out to vote so you do not show up at the wrong place.
You can find your polling place and more information by going to mvic.sos.state.mi.us and clicking "Where is my polling place?"
When can I vote in person?
In Michigan, every polling place is open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. local time. It's important to remember that as long as you are in line by 8 p.m., you are still allowed to vote.
Does Michigan require voters to show photo ID before voting in person?
Voters in Michigan are asked to show a photo ID in order to cast their ballot in person. The following forms of photo ID are acceptable:
Michigan driver's license or state ID
Current driver's license or personal identification card issued by another state
Current federal or state government-issued photo identification
Current U.S. passport
Current military identification card with photo
Current student identification with photo from a high school or accredited institution of higher learning
Current tribal identification care with photo
But if you forget a photo ID or don't have one, you can sign an affidavit confirming your identity and vote normally.
Most voters show an ID before casting a ballot. In November 2020, only 0.5% of voters cast their ballots without presenting a photo ID, according to the Secretary of State's office.
Do I need my voter registration card in order to vote?
No, you do not need your voter registration card in order to cast your ballot. This is not a "Voter ID" and is simply for your reference. It includes information such as your polling location and which districts you live in. Each polling place will have a list of all registered voters in the precinct, and as long as you are at the correct polling location, you should be on the list.
What will be on the Michigan primary ballot?
There will be a lot on the ballot on Aug. 2. Republican voters will choose their party's gubernatorial nominee to face off against Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, who is running unopposed in the Democratic primary.
Voters will also choose their party's nominees for congressional, state House and state Senate races. There might even be elections for county executive, county commission, local judgeships, precinct delegates, and local millage rates, on your primary ballot.
You will not get to vote for your party's pick for Secretary of State or Attorney General. Nominees for these offices are chosen at the state parties' conventions held later in August.
In order to see a sample ballot, go to mvic.sos.state.mi.us and click "Your voter information." Enter your first name, last name, birth month, birth year and zip code. On the next page click "View" under "Ballot preview."
Wondering what
Can I vote in different parties' primary races?
You can vote in whichever party's primary you choose, but you cannot "split your ticket." Each party will get a column on the ballot and you must stay within that party's column. In other words, voters cannot weigh in on the GOP gubernatorial primary and also vote for a Democratic candidate for Congress.
Do I have to vote the entire ballot?
No, you do not need to vote in every race on the ballot. You can choose which races you would like to weigh in on and skip those you don’t.
Will anyone know how I voted?
Only the people you tell will know how you voted. Every voter in the United States has the right to a secret ballot and is never obligated to share their political preferences with anyone.
How should I handle people campaigning outside my polling location?
Michigan law requires that those campaigning stay at least 100 feet away from the entrance of a polling location. Any literature or campaign materials must be concealed when you enter your polling place and can be referred to once you enter the voting booth. But take care not to leave them behind.
Can I wear election-related clothing to the polls?
The state of Michigan has a decades-long tradition of making sure that polling places are free of political messaging. Just as with campaign literature, election clothing (including pins, buttons, and stickers) must be concealed within 100 feet of the entrance to your polling place.
Can I take my kids to the polls?
Yes! Children under the age of 18 are allowed to accompany voters into the voting booth. Remind them to be on their best behavior, and maybe they will get a sticker!
Can I take a selfie with my ballot?
You are allowed to photograph a completely voted ballot that is lying flat on the desk in the voting booth. Sorry, no ballot selfies in Michigan!
Photographing a completely voted ballot is the only reason for which a cell phone should be used in the voting booth. You are allowed to send this picture, but only once you are at least 100 feet from the entrance of the polling place. We have heard that some polling places may even have an "I voted" selfie station, but make sure that your ballot is not in the picture with you.
I have an absentee ballot but would like to vote in person instead. Can I still go to the polls?
The short answer is yes. The long answer depends on what you have done with the ballot so far.
If the ballot has not been filled out nor returned to the clerk, you can go to your polling place and either surrender the ballot or submit a written and signed statement saying the ballot was lost or destroyed and proceed to vote in person.
If the ballot has been filled out but not yet returned to the clerk, it can be spoiled with a written and signed request in person at your clerk’s office any time before 4 p.m. the Monday before the election.
If the ballot has been filled out and returned to the clerk, it can be spoiled with a written and signed request any time before 10 a.m. on the Monday before the election.
An emergency has come up and I can't make it to the polls on Election Day. Can I still vote?
Yes, you can still vote by using an emergency absent voter ballot. Your request must be submitted to your local clerk before 4 p.m. on Election Day, and you must explain how the emergency made it impossible for you to apply for a regular absent voter ballot.
If a situation like this transpires, contact your local clerk for more information.
Are Michigan's elections secure?
The state of Michigan has invested in upgraded voting technology, an improved Qualified Voter File system, risk-limiting post-election audits and a full-time election security specialist.
Trained election workers verify voters' identity, counting machines are tested ahead of time to make sure that they accurately tabulate the votes and bipartisan canvassing boards review and correct results before certifying them.
While we've tried to answer as many of the most common queries as possible, we know that you may still have some lingering questions.
The best way to find the answer to anything we did not cover is to contact your local clerk's office. Their information can be found by visiting mvic.sos.state.mi.us and clicking "Where are my clerk's offices?" The Secretary of State's website at michigan.gov/sos has a "Frequently Asked Questions" page for your other election questions.
From all of us here at the Free Press, happy voting!
Michael Woch is a Detroit Free Press Summer Apprentice. | 2022-07-28T11:41:39Z | www.freep.com | Voting in-person in Michigan's Aug. primary? What to know | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/28/voting-person-michigans-aug-primary-what-know/10147094002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/28/voting-person-michigans-aug-primary-what-know/10147094002/ |
2023 Chevy Colorado trims body styles, adds features including Google, tailgate storage
Chevrolet revealed a new version of its Colorado midsize pickup with a slimmed down model line Wednesday.
The 2023 Colorado is expected to go on sale in the first half of 2023. Development prioritized features owners wanted, and added new ones like the ability to receive over-the-air updates, chief engineer Nick Katcherian said.
The Colorado’s wheelbase grows 3.1 inches, but overall length increases only fractionally, and not at all for the off-road ZR2 model.
Engineers developed the Colorado’s new architecture to prioritize the most popular features while dropping others.
The 2023 Colorado will offer just one bed length and cab size, a four-door crew cab with a 5-foot, 2-inch bed. The previous Colorado, which went on sale as a 2015 model, also offered a 6-foot, 2-inch bed and a smaller extended cab model with a cramped rear seat and rear-hinged ‘suicide’ doors.
Chevrolet will announce prices and fuel economy closer to when sales begin.
2023 Chevrolet Colorado trim levels
WT (Work truck)
So long, diesel, V6 and long bed
GM also simplified the powertrain lineup, dropping the four-cylinder diesel and gasoline V6.
The Colorado now features three versions of the turbocharged 2.7L four-cylinder gasoline engine that also powers the full-size Chevrolet Silverado pickup. Depending on boost pressure and other features, those engines produce:
237 hp and 259 pound-feet of torque
310 hp and 390 pound-feet
Even the base engine produces more power than the base 2022 Colorado’s four-cylinder, which generates 200 hp and 191 pound-feet. The high-output turbo produces the same amount of horsepower and more torque than the 2022 Colorado’s 3.6L V6. An eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard.
Neither a hybrid nor electric version of the new Colorado is likely. GM opted to jump over hybrids and straight to electric vehicles for upcoming vehicles, and the Colorado’s new platform was engineered for internal combustion engines, not GM’s Ultium batteries and electric motors.
Improved maneuverability
Engineers moved the front wheels 3 inches froward vs. the ’22 Colorado, a change that should reduce turning radius and generally improve maneuverability. It also contributes to a unique snub-nosed look that will make the Colorado’s profile stand out and help with off-roading, especially ascending and descending steep slopes.
All Colorado models will be available with rear- or four-wheel drive, except the 4WD-only ZR2, which also gets a 3-inch lift, new bumpers, skid plates and other off — road goodies.
The ZR2 also gets sophisticated Multimatic shocks mounted outboard of the pickup’s frame rails. Other models will have shocks in the more common position inboard of the frame.
A one-pedal driving feature will allow the driver to crawl over obstacles without having to use both accelerator and brake pedals.
Adaptive cruise control will be available, but — unlike some competitors — the Colorado will not offer low-speed electronic control of brakes, engine and transmission to simplify tricky off-road conditions for novices.
The pickup’s approach, departure and breakover angles — key measures of off-road capability – all improve.
Better towing, connectivity
The 2023 Colorado’s 7,700-pound maximum towing capacity and 1,164-pound payload are both higher than the current model.
The Colorado will have up to ten camera views, including underbody and rear cameras to help with off-roading and connecting trailers.
Despite its longer wheelbase, the Colorado’s cab did not grow appreciably, engineers say. Passenger space is unlikely to change
The interior will feature an 11.3-inch touch screen and GM’s latest infotainment, including built-in Google searches for navigation, music and more. Climate controls features easy to use dials and buttons. A power sunroof is available for the first time.
A new center console offers an outsized wireless charging pad and easier to use driving mode selector.
The bed has eight fixed tie-down, spots for up to nine accessory tie downs, four stake holders and pockets to hold boards and support two-level storage.
A unique new feature in the tailgate — standard on ZR2, optional on other models — provides a 45-inch wide, 4-inch-deep storage compartment for tools cables, etc. The compartment, on the inward-facing side of the tailgate, is available when the tailgate is open. The tailgate can be opened to about a 45-degree angle for long loads.
GM builds the Colorado in Wentzville, Missouri, alongside the GMC Canyon midsize pickup. A new version of the Canyon using the same architecture as the Colorado will debut shortly.
2023 Chevrolet Colorado at a glance
Base price: TBA
Rear- or four-wheel drive crew cab midsize pickup
On sale first-half 2023
Engine: 2.7L turbocharged four-cylinder
Estimated output: Base 668 hp and 259 pound-feet of torque; Mid 310 and 390; high-output 310 and 430
EPA fuel economy estimate: TBD. Regular gasoline.
EPA estimated annual fuel cost: TBD
Length: 212.7-213.2 inches
Width: 84.4 inches (including mirrors)
Height: 78.8-81.9 inches
Curb weight: 4,716-5,298 pounds
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With past stars Bryson DeChambeau and Phil Mickelson off to LIV Golf, the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic was banking on other big names to start fast and finish well.
So far, so good, during Thursday's first round at the Detroit Golf Club.
After winning the 3M Open last weekend, world No. 16 Tony Finau finished the morning wave in the lead with an 8-under-par 64, one stroke shy of the club record, thanks to eight birdies. He hit all 18 greens in regulation, meaning he had at least a birdie putt on each hole, and landed in 13 of 14 fairways.
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Finau was grouped with Cam Davis and Nate Lashley, who won the 2021 and 2019 Rocket Mortgage Classics, respectively. The duo is tied for 15th after shooting a 4-under 68..
"I was riding the high off of last week," Finau said post-round. "Every week is different. I've had enough experience out here, I know these guys pretty well. I've known Nate Lashley for a long time and it was actually my first time playing with Cam Davis. I know he's a great player. Both great champions here. I knew I needed to play well and we had a pretty nice grouping today."
World No. 4 Patrick Cantlay carded 2-under 70 — as did his playing partner, 2019 U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland — not the best start in his first trip to Detroit, but one he can work with.
Webb Simpson, the 2012 U.S. Open winner and a 7-time victor on Tour, is tied for third with Tour driving distance leader Cameron Champ and others via a 6-under 66. And 2017 Players Championship winner Si Woo Kim is right behind them at 5-under, as is Zach Johnson, next year's U.S. Ryder Cup captain.
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Former World No. 1 and 12-time Tour winner Jason Day is locked with 10-time victor Matt Kuchar at 3-under and in 22nd place. Fan favorite Rickie Fowler, a Rocket Mortgage ambassador, is further removed from the rest, tied for 92nd at 1-over.
World No. 13 Will Zalatoris, No. 19 Cameron Young and No. 20 Max Homa and 2013 Masters champion and No. 40 Adam Scott are among the top players who teed up in the afternoon. | 2022-07-28T19:04:35Z | www.freep.com | Rocket Mortgage Classic: Tony Finau, Webb Simpson among standouts | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/07/28/rocket-mortgage-classic-leaders-tony-finau-webb-simpson-detroit-pga-tour/10174454002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2022/07/28/rocket-mortgage-classic-leaders-tony-finau-webb-simpson-detroit-pga-tour/10174454002/ |
The Detroit Police Department strongly urged the City Council on Thursday to reject the city legal department's proposal to offer settlements totaling nearly $1.3 million in five excessive force lawsuits against police stemming from the 2020 George Floyd protests.
"Our officers overwhelmingly acted appropriately time and again to protect free speech while also maintaining public safety," Deputy Chief Mark Bliss read from a statement during Thursday's Board of Police Commissioners meeting.
The statement, on behalf of the office of Detroit Police Chief James White, labeled allegations of excessive force against police as "phantom claims" and denounced providing protesters any monetary compensation.
Lawsuits alleged severe injuries to protesters
The racial justice group Detroit Will Breathe and four individual protesters alleged in their lawsuits that police force resulted in hospitalizations, beatings, concussions, damaged nerves, and dislocated, fractured and broken bones — including a collapsed lung, broken ribs, a fractured skull and brain bleeding.
The lawsuits filed against the city also allege Detroit police unlawfully used arrests, batons, pepper spray, tear gas, sound cannons, chokeholds, rubber bullets and flash grenades against protesters.
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Early in their legal battle, Detroit Will Breathe secured a temporary restraining order against the use of those tactics. The city then alleged that protesters were part of a "civil conspiracy" to destroy property, hurt police officers and incite rioting.
A judge, however, concluded the city failed to adequately prove that claim, and tossed it.
On Tuesday, the city's legal department proposed to the City Council offers totaling $1,035,000 to Detroit Will Breathe; $10,000 to Marlon Frazier; $10,000 to Timothy Hall; $60,000 to Emma Howland-Bolton, and $150,000 to Nadia Rohr.
Representatives for Detroit Will Breathe declined to comment Thursday.
In August, when Detroit Will Breathe vowed to take legal action against the police department, with group cofounder Nakia-Renne Wallace telling a crowd of about 100 protesters at Clark Park: “This was a turning point. ... Because there is no excuse for charging into a group of people who were just occupying space.”
Deputy Corporation Counsel Charles Raimi told the Free Press in an email that the legal department's decision to offer payments was a financial one.
"The city’s law department’s offers of judgment reflect the unfortunate reality that in our litigious society, and particularly in cases of this sort where plaintiffs’ lawyers (but not the city’s lawyers) have the opportunity to recover enormous attorney fees payable by the city, the city’s financial interests may be best served by seeking a settlement," Raimi wrote.
The offers have not yet been accepted or denied, Raimi said.
Attorney: The right to protest is a 'cornerstone of any functional democracy'
Amanda Ghannam, an attorney representing Detroit Will Breathe, told the Free Press that the protesters' goal wasn't about the money — it was to secure the temporary injunction of certain police force, which they had.
Another goal of the lawsuit was to protect the First Amendment right to protest.
"The constitutional rights at issue are the cornerstone of any functional democracy. It is really important to protect people's right to protest, right to gather in the streets, express their feelings about government and not be arrested, beaten, and jailed for it," Ghannam said.
"We've gone through months of discovery, we've obtained documents, we've reviewed body cam footage — I think that if this case proceeds to trial, the city is going to have a real tough time proving that any of their narrative is true, and I think that could have something to do with them considering making these offers of judgment," Ghannam said. | 2022-07-29T00:39:40Z | www.freep.com | Detroit police to council: Don't pay Detroit Will Breathe protesters | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/07/28/detroit-police-lawsuit-black-lives-matter-protesters/10178858002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/07/28/detroit-police-lawsuit-black-lives-matter-protesters/10178858002/ |
TORONTO — The Detroit Tigers scored three runs in Thursday's series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays.
One of those runs came in the eighth inning, after the Tigers started the frame with the bases loaded and no outs. Producing one run in that situation wasn't enough to beat the American League East's second-place team.
The Tigers lost, 5-3, in the first of four games at Rogers Centre in Toronto. The offense totaled four hits, three walks and six strikeouts, while finishing 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position.
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The Tigers (40-60) were haunted by Blue Jays third baseman Matt Chapman, who finished 2-for-3 with three RBIs.
Chapman, the seventh batter in the lineup, blasted his 17th home run, a two-run shot, on a changeup from left-handed starter Tyler Alexander for a 3-1 lead in the fourth inning and his 18th, a solo shot, on a sinker from right-handed reliever Angel De Jesus for a 4-1 advantage in the sixth.
Alexander, coming off 10 straight relief appearances and making his first start since April 29, gave up three runs (two earned) on five hits and one walk with one strikeout in four innings. He threw 46 of 69 pitches for strikes.
The Blue Jays tied the game, 1-1, when Alejandro Kirk singled to score George Springer in the third inning. Springer reached safely with one out because of a throwing error by shortstop Javier Báez.
Eighth is not enough
Trailing 4-2, the Tigers loaded the bases in the eighth against right-hander Yimi Garcia: Victor Reyes (double), Robbie Grossman (fielding error by shortstop Bo Bichette) and Javier Báez (four-pitch walk).
Miguel Cabrera flied out to Springer in shallow right field. Reyes refused to test Springer's arm strength, leaving the Tigers with the bases loaded and one out. Eric Haase battled with Garcia, and on the ninth pitch, he delivered a sacrifice fly to deep right field, cutting the Tigers' deficit to 4-3.
With two outs, the Blue Jays turned to righty closer Jordan Romano for a matchup with Jeimer Candelario. He entered Thursday batting .458 (11-for-24) with two doubles, four home runs and nine RBIs in seven games (six starts) since the All-Star break.
Romano needed one pitch. Candelario grounded out to second base on a slider, stranding Báez and Grossman on the corners.
In the bottom of the eighth, the Blue Jays got the run back on Danny Jansen's sacrifice fly. Lourdes Gurriel Jr., who scored on the play, reached safely to begin the inning on Candelario's throwing error.
Willi's hammer
The Tigers recorded their first run in the second inning, when Willi Castro — starting in center for the second time in July — whiffed on a first-pitcher slider before a second-pitch slider hung just below the middle of the strike zone.
That's the area where Castro creates damage.
He blasted a solo home run, his third of the season, to right-center and put the Tigers ahead, 1-0.
Blue Jays left-hander Yusei Kikuchi, who entered with a 5.12 ERA, fired five innings of one-run ball in his return from the injured list. He allowed two hits and one walk with five strikeouts, throwing 46 of 67 pitches for strikes. He retired the final eight batters he faced.
Leadoff hitter Robbie Grossman opened the game with a ground-rule double, but the next three batters were retired and stranded him at third base.
The Tigers didn't score again until the seventh inning against lefty reliever Tim Mayza. Jonathan Schoop attacked a two-strike slider at the bottom of the strike zone for a solo home run with one out.
It was Schoop's seventh homer in 2022. | 2022-07-29T02:19:40Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers outmatched by Jays' blasts in 5-3 loss in Toronto | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/28/detroit-tigers-score-toronto-blue-jays/10180447002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/28/detroit-tigers-score-toronto-blue-jays/10180447002/ |
The owners claim Ford withheld important information when marketing its Dual PowerShift 6-speed (DPS6) transmission as a fuel-efficient alternative to a traditional manual or automatic transmission — intended to provide the convenience of an automatic and fuel efficiency of a manually shifted vehicle.
However, the vehicles are "plagued by numerous problems and safety concerns ... transmission slips, bucking, kicking, jerking, harsh engagement, premature internal wear, sudden acceleration, delay in downshifts, delayed acceleration, difficulty stopping the vehicle, and eventually catastrophic transmission failure," said the lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware in June. on June.
Plaintiffs Margaret Barnes of Tennessee, Eric Senkyrik of Texas, Michael Hogan of Florida and Sharon Jackson of Nebraska are represented by Tarek Zohdy at Capstone Law in Los Angeles and Russell Paul at Berger Montague in Philadelphia and their teams.
"Ford has never acknowledged publicly that the transmission defect exists. To the contrary, Ford actively concealed, and continues to conceal, the transmission defect by, among other things, telling customers that the symptoms associated with the transmission defect were 'normal driving conditions," the lawsuit says.
The defect is caused by the transmission’s “dry” clutches system, which cause clutches to overheat, as well as damage other transmission components, the lawsuit says. In addition, the defect may be exacerbated by improper programming in the computer that controls the automatic shifting, the part called the Transmission Control Module (TCM), the lawsuit says.
Meanwhile, Ford has issued multiple Technical Service Bulletins to dealers but never directly notified consumers of the known transmission problems, despite the well-known legal settlement and publicity regarding the Ford vehicles with earlier model years.
"Ford continued to sell and lease" vehicles through the 2019 model year with defective transmissions without informing consumers, a defect for which there seems to be no fix, the lawsuit says.
On Thursday, Ford spokesman Said Deep told the Free Press that the company doesn't typically comment on pending litigation.
Previous owners prevailed
The allegations against Ford mirror claims made in a class action lawsuit involving the 2012-16 Focus and 2011-16 Fiesta compact cars with defective transmissions prone to “shuddering, slipping, bucking, jerking, hesitation while changing gears, premature internal wear, delays in downshifting and, in some cases, sudden or delayed acceleration."
The cars, many of which randomly lost power on freeways and unexpectedly bolted into intersections, were put on sale in 2010-11 as the nation emerged from the Great Recession.
A Free Press "Out of Gear" investigation published in July 2019 revealed for the first time internal company documents and emails showing Ford knew the transmission was defective before putting the vehicles on the market and continued building and selling them over the past decade as customers spent thousands on repairs.
The automaker pushed past company lawyers’ early safety questions and a veteran development engineer’s warning that the cars weren’t roadworthy, internal emails and documents show. Ford then declined, after the depth of the problem was obvious, to make an expensive change in the transmission technology.
Following the investigation, Ford settled the case.
That lawsuit was filed in 2012 and resolved in 2020.
The automaker disclosed in late 2019 in court documents that Ford spent $47 million buying back 2,666 Ford Focus and Fiesta vehicles for an average of more than $17,000 each. After that, Ford did not disclose in public documents its payments.
In April 2021, spokesman Said Deep said after the automaker began making settlement payments, "Ford has been striving to resolve customer concerns for several years. While most concerns were resolved long ago, Ford remains committed to fairly consider any remaining concerns."
The claims are the same with the more recent customers, who were not included in the class action lawsuit filed in 2012 and resolved in 2020.
More than two million consumers were notified in April 2020 they may have qualified for compensation ranging from a $20 inconvenience payment to a total buyback that may exceed $20,000.
The Free Press wrote about Darice and Edward Wirth of Southern California, who received $49,228.96 from Ford for their 2014 Fiesta.
Same problem, different model years
The current lawsuit cites Free Press stories about internal company documents as well as courtroom testimony.
"It was Ford’s obligation to disclose the material facts that only Ford knew about," the new lawsuit says.
"These conditions present a safety hazard because they severely affect the driver’s ability to control the car’s speed, acceleration, and deceleration. For example, these conditions make it difficult to safely merge into traffic. Even more troubling, the transmission defect can cause the vehicle to fail to downshift and decelerate when the brakes are depressed," the lawsuit says.
Drivers have experienced their cars lurching forward into intersections at red lights due to the failure of their braking efforts to stop the car, the lawsuit says. And the transmission is the same used in previous vehicles.
According to court documents, the plaintiffs purchased their vehicles from certified Ford dealers who assured them of safety and reliability. This is what happened, according to the lawsuit:
Margaret Barnes, 2017 Focus
Barnes purchased a pre-owned 2017 Focus in October 2018 with approximately 21,000 miles from Gossett Ford in Memphis. Around July 2021, with approximately 27,000 miles on the odometer, the car began "bucking and jerking," failing to accelerate and stopped entirely on a freeway.
The dealership verified the bucking and jerking, said the car needed a new TCM and she would have to get “in line” as no parts were available.
In February 2022, Barnes stopped driving the vehicle entirely, out of fear for her safety, the lawsuit says. The vehicle has not yet been repaired.
Eric Senkyrik, 2017 Focus
Senkyrik purchased a new 2017 Focus near the start of 2017 from Appel Ford in Brenham, Texas. By July 2020, with approximately 51,000 miles, the vehicle "began shuddering, as well as hesitating upon acceleration." He took his car to Tipton Ford in Nacogdoches, Texas. While paperwork shows the technician confirmed the issue and performed the needed actions, the vehicle was returned to the owner with the shudder still occurring because it fell "within factory specification," the lawsuit says.
Senkyrik returned for repair again, but the problems remained. The vehicle has not been fixed.
Michael Hogan, 2017 Focus
Hogan purchased a pre-owned 2017 Focus in early March 2020 with approximately 17,500 miles from AutoNation Ford in St. Petersburg, Florida. Around January 2022, with approximately 25,000 miles, Hogan felt his vehicle shaking, shuddering, and rattling, as well as stalling out in traffic. He took it for repair in February with 25,453 miles, and the dealer technician confirmed concern and "possible tranny issue. stuttering and vibration." The dealer replaced the vehicle’s clutch and seals but, by April, with 27,616 miles, the vehicle went back for service again. The paperwork said, "verified concern" of "car shakes like crazy" and again replaced clutch and seals. The problems remain.
Sharon Jackson, 2018 Focus
Jackson purchased a new 2018 Focus in May 2018 from Woodhouse Ford in Omaha, Nebraska. Around August 2019, with approximately 21,500 miles, the vehicle began shuddering and clicking. She took it for repair, and the technician verified her concern of "clutch chatter" and noted the system was reprogrammed with the newest software. The car shudder, however, fell "within specs" and was returned. Then Jackson started experiencing acceleration hesitation and transmission overheating.
In April 2022, with 88,681 miles, Jackson again returned her vehicle to Woodhouse Ford and verified the issue while replacing the clutch, seals, clutch actuators and other parts. Still, the problems remain.
'Owners rights'
Zohdy, one of the lawyers on the case, told the Free Press on Thursday, "The DPS6 transmission has continued to plague the Ford Focus and Fiesta ownership experience, and we look forward to vindicating the owners’ rights.”
The lawyers are seeking class-action certification, Zohdy said. | 2022-07-29T11:15:11Z | www.freep.com | Ford Fiesta, Focus owners file new suit over transmissions | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/07/29/ford-fiesta-focus-owners-sue/10172567002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/07/29/ford-fiesta-focus-owners-sue/10172567002/ |
Our travels would be nothing without the dirt paths along Michigan's thick forests and sandy seasides. Year-round, the state's trails hospitably guide us on foot, bike, or ski.
For short trips, strap on your best hiking boots and bring a snack or two. If you're a hardcore hiker, you will need a backpack full of essentials. A compact tent, a water bottle or filter, and a sleeping bag are just the beginning.
But no matter how many miles, a map is always the key to a stress-free wander.
Michigan has more than 2,000 trails leading through scenic wonders. Whether that be a suspension bridge or a rushing waterfall, each has something special to offer.
The Manistee River Loop Trail
The 23-mile loop along the Manistee River is a combination of two trails. Travel along the 11-mile Manistee River, or hike the entire loop for a one- to three-day backpacking trek.
Cross suspension bridges, pass waterfalls and look over the river's edge. Walk-in campsites along the way make scenic adventure accessible.
The loop starts and ends at Seaton Creek National Forest Campground in the mitten's pinky.
Pinckney-Potawatomi Trail
The 17-mile trail takes at least nine hours to cover, and usually requires an overnight stay at the Blind Lake Campground.
Located in the Pinckney Recreation Area, the rustic route challenges you to climb and descend on inclined terrains.
Lakeshore-North Country Trail
Better known as Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Pure Michigan deems this destination one of the most scenic hikes in Michigan.
The photo-worthy views along this 42-mile trail are unbeatable. The popular Upper Peninsula landmark can be explored in four to five days, with overnight stays at campgrounds along the way.
Bald Mountain Recreational Area
Located in Clarkston, the park has 15 miles of marked hiking trails.
The multitude of hiking loops takes you along lakes, streams, ponds, and wildflowers fields.
The Orange Loop, or the Graham Lakes Trail, is the most rewarding path. Prepare to climb hilly terrain, but the scenic overlooks over the lakes make it all well worth it.
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Kal-Haven Trail
The 34-mile stretch takes you through farmlands to villages, glacial moraines to wetlands, and ends on the shore of Lake Michigan.
The Kal-Haven trail connects South Haven and Kalamazoo and is located on Michigan's lower west side.
This prime-time destination for all things hiking, biking, and skiing lead over bridges to one of our Great Lakes. The crushed limestone trail welcomes all outdoor adventurers. | 2022-07-29T11:15:23Z | www.freep.com | 5 of Michigan's beautiful hiking trails | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/07/29/5-michigan-beautiful-hiking-trails/10155241002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/07/29/5-michigan-beautiful-hiking-trails/10155241002/ |
Wondering whether your absentee ballot has been received? Here's how to check online
Over half a million Michigan voters have returned their absentee ballots for the upcoming August primary. Are you one of them? Wondering how to check whether your ballot arrived to your local clerk's office and make sure your vote counts? Here's how.
How do I check the status of my ballot online?
The Michigan Voter Information Center from the Secretary of State's office allows you to look up your ballot by entering some basic information. At mvic.sos.state.mi.us, click "Your voter information" at the top of the page. Under "Search for your voter information" input your first and last name, birth month and year and zip code in the required fields.
You can also search your voter information under "Search by driver's license number" by inputting your driver's license number, birth month and birth year. Then click search by name or driver's license number depending on which option you used.
The next page should display an "Absentee ballot" box in the upper right corner with the date of the Aug. 2 primary, the date your application for an absentee ballot was received, the date your ballot was sent and the date the ballot was received.
Some municipalities may also have their own additional ballot tracking system. Detroit voters, for instance, can use BallotTrax at detroitav.ballottrax.net/voter/ to look up the status of their ballot and receive updates by email, text or phone.
What if my ballot hasn't been received yet?
If you mailed your ballot at least two weeks before the election, it will likely arrive before 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 2, the deadline by which ballots must be returned in order to be counted. The volume of absentee ballots returned to clerk's offices is expected to increase and the status of your ballot will likely be updated as local elections offices process those ballots.
I'm worried my ballot won't arrive in time, what are my options?
You can call your local clerk's office or visit your clerk's office in person to double-check the status of your ballot and potentially spoil the ballot you already returned and cast a new one if you're concerned it won't arrive by the 8 p.m. Election Day deadline.
Voters wishing to spoil their ballot must sign a request to do so and ask for a new one. Voters who already returned their ballot must spoil their ballot in person by 10 a.m. the day before the election (Monday, Aug. 1).
You can find contact information and the address of your local clerk's office or satellite offices by putting your information into the Michigan Voter Information Center at mvic.sos.state.mi.us or by visiting your local clerk's website for more information.
I already applied for an absentee ballot, but I haven't gotten it yet. What should I do?
If you're requested an absentee ballot that hasn't arrived, you may first want to check your voter information page at Michigan Voter Information Center at mvic.sos.state.mi.us to see if it has been sent.
A voter who has not returned an absentee ballot to their clerk has until 4 p.m. the day before Election Day (Monday, Aug. 1) to spoil their ballot and request a new one.
You can vote in person at your polling location – open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 2 – and sign a statement saying that the ballot was lost or destroyed and go vote. | 2022-07-29T11:15:35Z | www.freep.com | How to check the status of your Michigan primary ballot | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/29/how-check-status-your-michigan-primary-ballot/10167165002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/29/how-check-status-your-michigan-primary-ballot/10167165002/ |
Short's Brewing Co. has had enough — again.
Amid another busy summer with tourists flocking Up North, the popular northern Michigan brewery said it's experiencing another "relentless" wave of rude customers at its sprawling downtown Bellaire brewpub who "swear, yell, laugh in our faces, name-call, belittle, bring us to tears, and threaten negative reviews or to never come back."
It's the latest complaint among many in the Michigan service industry who are experiencing rude customers who are upset about longer wait times for tables, food and drinks, largely because of staff shortages, supply chain issues and other factors hurting the hospitality industry, many related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Short's previously spoke up about it in 2020. Earlier this week, East Park Tavern in Charlevoix made headlines for closing early due to mistreatment of servers.
"Remember a while back when we said 'Enough is Enough' and that we were tired of being bullied when we're just trying to run a business? Well, here's a reminder in case you forgot," the post from Short's said. "Summer business brings the return of customers who swear, yell, laugh in our faces, name-call, belittle, bring us to tears, and threaten negative reviews or to never come back.
"Spoiler alert: this year they are as relentless as ever. Restaurants like ours staff Good Humans to provide quality service—to the best of our abilities. We are doing the best we can with what we have, and that often means short staffed during peak business levels with guests yelling in our faces. And sadly, this is the "norm" in the service industry—just ask anyone in it."
The post received thousands of reactions and shares, mostly support from Short's fans and others in the service industry who experience harassment from customers.
Short's, which also operates a taproom out of its nearby Elk Rapids brewing facility, is one of the most popular restaurant destinations Up North, taking up multiple storefronts in busy downtown Bellaire. It's routine to experience wait times there during peak summer days, though customers can join a waitlist and enjoy a beer or two at its outdoor patio until their tables are ready.
"First and foremost: We will not tolerate this negative behavior. We will ALWAYS have our staff's backs so don’t be a jerk," the post continued. "And secondly: Good things take time. If you come here during the busiest time of the year, you're going to wait. Period. And we’ve streamlined our operation to create an experience that takes HALF the time it has in recent years. Plus, you can enjoy a bev and hang till your table is ready.
"We're not perfect, and things don't always go according to plan. We welcome your constructive feedback so we can keep learning and adapting, but if you can't be kind, we can't help you."
Staff shortages at bars and restaurants is a nationwide issue but, Up North, it's exacerbated by the lack of affordable housing in tourist areas for service workers, especially during the summer, when business gets exponentially busier. Earlier this year, Short's purchased the 26-room Bellaire Inn to turn it into temporary, transitional housing for area seasonal workers, for its brewpub and other downtown Bellaire businesses.
Short's, founded in 2004 by Joe Short, is known for its large variety of specialty and experimental beers, but also yearlong favorites such as Soft Parade, a 7.5% alcohol-by-volume fruit ale, and Huma Lupa Licious, a 7.7% ABV IPA. It's 20% owned by Heineken.
Short's is currently gearing up for its annual Short's Fest, set for Aug. 6 at its Elk Rapids brewing facility. Tickets are $35 for general admission and $65 for pre-party entry. | 2022-07-29T14:25:41Z | www.freep.com | Short's Brewing Company calls out rude customers — again | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/nightlife/2022/07/29/shorts-brewing-company-bellaire-rude-customers/10182111002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/nightlife/2022/07/29/shorts-brewing-company-bellaire-rude-customers/10182111002/ |
Cameron Young and Sahith Theegala are arguably No. 1 and No. 2 in the Rookie of the Year race on the PGA Tour this season.
This weekend's 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic looks like it will play a significant role in determining that.
Young fired a 9-under 63 on Friday morning, tying the tournament course record, and walked off the ninth green (his 18th hole) with a one stroke lead at 10-under 134.
The man behind him, Theegala, carded a 5-under 67, and sits one stroke back at 9-under 135.
"The hole-out on No. 13 is really nice and sometimes it's hard to follow that up, but I did with a birdie on 14 and 16, so kind of about then," Young said of when he knew Friday had the chance to be special. "I knew it was going to be getable this morning we played in a good bit of wind yesterday, but today was calm.
"So I'd say middle of my front nine, the (course's) back things started feeling a little easier."
After a birdie on No. 12, Young found the middle of the fairway on the par-4 No. 13. With 136 yards remaining, he grabbed pitching wedge and said he aimed four steps long, approximately 140 yards, and a few steps left.
"So I missed it just short right," he said with a smile, "and it happened to fly directly in the hole."
From there, Young continued to put himself in good positions and when he walked off the course, led the field in strokes gained off the tee by nearly four shots after finding 22 of 28 fairways through two days.
Young said driving is his greatest strength — his stats show he is second on Tour in strokes gained off the tee this season.
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He has put it all together thus far, ranking top 20 in strokes gained on the green and converting 9 of 10 scrambling attempts when he has missed the green through 36 holes.
"I think yesterday I putted okay I just didn't make much, but I wasn't in as good of spots around the green," he said. "The ones I missed today, I really was in a bunch of places that were very doable.
"So I think that's kind of a place where the stats don't tell the whole story."
Not everything went perfectly for the Open Championship's runner-up at St. Andrews two weeks ago.
His drive on No. 2 went wayward left, hit a cart path, and rolled to about 408 yards. He took relief and dropped behind the cart path, chipped through the trees and it bounded across the green just off the fringe into the first cut.
He managed to get up and down, knocking in a putt from just inside seven feet which, "really kept the round going."
He ripped off birdies on four of the next five holes, and after missing a chance for another putt on No. 8, he needed par for the course record.
His tee shot on the 200-yard par 3 ninth landed 35 feet away, his first putt still left him with seven feet, but he managed to save a par to card a clean round and tie Nate Lashley (first and third round in 2019), J.T. Poston (second round in 2019) and Davis Thompson (first round in 2021) for the best round in tournament history.
"Cam Young is by far the front-runner in my opinion (for Rookie of the Year)," Theegala said. "He's more deserving right now. If I happen to have a great couple weeks here and in the playoffs, that might change.
"But Cam, again, 9-under today, he's such a talent and I think he's deserving of that."
Early, Theegala looked as if he may have a similar type of round to Young, which he said started from the momentum he got as he closed his round Thursday.
At the end of that round, he hit driver off the deck on the par-5 No. 17, much to the chagrin of his caddy Carl Smith, and crossed it into a bunker 60 yards out — though he did make par.
Then, the duo got the wrong number on No. 18 and airmailed the green by 20 yards. Still, he was able to chip on and sink a 10-footer to save par and wrap up the round with a 68.
"That was big," he said. "I knew this morning would be a green light special. I mean the course is too pure right now, if you hit the fairway — I mean it still penalizes you in the rough — but if you hit the fairways, it feels like every hole can be a birdie hole."
Early on, they were all birdie holes.
Theegala, starting on the back nine, made five birdies in a six-hole span between Nos. 13-18, the lone par coming on the 145-yard par-3 15th.
After giving one back on No. 5, he got another circle on the card on No. 8 to wrap up his 67.
Theegala said he played much better Thursday, especially given the windy conditions. He struck the ball better, which he has done well all season, but on Friday thought he left shots out there tee to green.
But where he's happiest with his game is on the greens.
Theegala gained 1.653 strokes with the flatstick Friday, which ranked 10th when he left the course, after his 2.849 strokes gained on the green Thursday was 8th.
"I can count on my right hand how many good putting weeks I've had this year," he said. "But yeah, that's golf in a nutshell. I was texting a buddy yesterday saying how it seems like it's just impossible to get every part of your game clicking at the same time.
"But it seems like the great players, the top-10 players find a way to do that on certain weeks and that's when they win."
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Will Zalatoris, Max Homa look safe
It remains to be seen if some of the tournament's bigger names, like Will Zalatoris and Max Homa, will be around for the weekend.
Zalatoris, the second-highest ranked player in the field this week at No. 13 in the world, shot a 1-under 71 on Friday, putting him at 3-under for the tournament. Homa, ranked 20th in the world, bounced back from a 72 on Thursday, to shoot a 4-under 68.
As the afternoon wave was set to head out, 3-under was the projected cut line, meaning both will make the weekend. The top-65 players and ties make the cut.
Zalatoris, runner-up at both the PGA Championship and U.S. Open this season, bogeyed his first two holes, Nos. 10 and 11, but picked up a shot at the par-5 14th, and stuck a beautiful approach from 142 yards to 3½ feet at the difficult 18th green, and sunk the birdie. He bogeyed No. 4, but birdies at Nos. 5 and 7 put him in red numbers for the day.
Homa, after bogeying Nos. 12 and 16, birdied Nos. 18, 1, 5 and 7. His final tee shot into the par-3 ninth green from 200 yards landed inside five feet, and he drained the crucial birdie putt to push him safely into the weekend. | 2022-07-29T19:43:27Z | www.freep.com | Rocket Mortgage Classic: Cameron Young ties Detroit course record | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/29/cameron-young-rocket-mortgage-classic-sahith-theegala-will-zalatoris-pga-tour-detroit/10184886002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/29/cameron-young-rocket-mortgage-classic-sahith-theegala-will-zalatoris-pga-tour-detroit/10184886002/ |
Organizers of the GOP-backed Secure MI Vote initiative to enact strict voter ID rules and bar election officials from accepting donations, among other changes, said Friday that they filed more than half a million signatures, the first step to getting the proposal in front of state lawmakers.
But if a constitutional amendment backed by a coalition of voting rights groups in the state lands a spot on the November ballot and wins the support of a majority of voters, it would essentially curtail much of the Secure MI Vote initiative.
Secure MI Vote in June blew past the filing deadline that would have required the state's elections panel to review the signatures in time for it to make the November ballot in the event lawmakers declined to take up or rejected the initiative.
GOP lawmakers previously passed legislation vetoed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer mirroring many of the proposed changes in the Secure MI Vote initiative.
Organizers and GOP lawmakers called for a swift review of the signatures at a press conference Friday and expressed optimism that the GOP-controlled state Legislature could have a chance to pass the proposal before November's election.
"There is no excuse to not get this certified in a timely way," state Sen. Tom Barrett, R-Charlotte, told reporters.
But Secure MI Vote's late filing means that the state's Bureau of Elections is not obligated to review signatures until after this year's midterm election.
Meanwhile, the bureau has already begun reviewing signatures filed by Promote the Vote 2022. That constitutional amendment could come before voters this fall and, if approved, preempt many of the proposed changes to state law in Secure MI Vote that are at odds with the Promote the Vote amendment.
Secure MI Vote proposes eliminating the option for in-person voters who don't have a photo ID to sign an affidavit confirming their identity and vote normally, but the Promote the Vote 2022 amendment would codify existing law allowing for it in the state constitution.
Secure MI Vote would also ban donations to election offices while Promote the Vote 2022 would allow election officials to accept donations and in-kind contributions to administer elections.
The two proposals are also at odds over how voters could request and receive absentee ballot applications and ballots.
Secure MI Vote would bar the secretary of state and other election officials from providing access to absentee ballot applications to voters unless the voter first requests one. It would also explicitly prohibit election officials from providing an absentee ballot to a voter who has not submitted an application for one, which is consistent with current law. But the Promote the Vote amendment would give voters a right to have an absentee ballot sent to them ahead of every election by filling out an absentee ballot application to cover all future elections. | 2022-07-29T22:02:18Z | www.freep.com | Secure MI Vote to file signatures after missing 2022 deadline | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/29/secure-mi-vote-file-signatures-after-missing-2022-deadline/10182951002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/29/secure-mi-vote-file-signatures-after-missing-2022-deadline/10182951002/ |
The better-than-usual plate appearances were backed up by a solid pitching performance, especially from five relievers out of the bullpen, in the Tigers' 4-2 victory over the Blue Jays in the second of four games at Rogers Centre.
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In the top of the fifth, the Tigers rallied with two outs — Riley Greene (walk), Victor Reyes (single) and Javier Báez (hit-by-pitch) — and were rewarded when Harold Castro ripped Manoah's sinker to right field for a two-run single and a 3-2 advantage.
Jiménez and Fulmer are candidates to be traded before Tuesday's deadline, though Fulmer is the most likely because he becomes a free agent after this season. Jiménez won't hit free agency until after the 2023 campaign.
Manoah allowed four runs on seven hits and one walk with four strikeouts across 5⅓ innings, throwing 55 of 87 pitches for strikes. The 24-year-old was diagnosed with a right elbow concussion, and precautionary X-rays came back negative.
Reyes finished 3-for-4, while Báez went 2-for-3 in the team's other multi-hit performance. Greene, Harold Castro, Jeimer Candelario and Willi Castro each posted one hit, and the offense finished 2-for-10 with runners in scoring position.
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So just how low will they go at the Detroit Golf Club?
We'll get a glimpse on Saturday in Round 3 of the Rocket Mortgage Classic. The tournament record for four rounds is 263 (25 under par), set in the inaugural event in 2019 by Nate Lashley. Maybe someone has a shot at that score. They'll likely need a great Saturday to do it.
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Taylor Pendrith, the Ontario native and Kent State alum, fired a 7-under 65 to take a one-shot lead into the weekend. Tony Finau, the Round 1 leader, is a shot behind Pendrith, with Lee Hodges three shots off the pace. This year's British Open runner-up Cameron Young, fellow American Russell Henley and longtime PGA Tour member Stewart Cink are tied for fourth at 10 under.
Expect clear skies and little wind throughout the day on the city's westside, with temperatures creeping into the low 80s.
The leaders tee off at 2 p.m.
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President Joe Biden coming to Michigan on Tuesday to tout chips funding
President Joe Biden is returning to Michigan on Tuesday — which happens to be the day of the state's primary election — to talk about billions in funding authorized by Congress and pushed by his administration to bring more semiconductor chip manufacturing to the U.S.
The White House said Saturday saying Biden will travel to Hemlock, just outside Saginaw, to deliver remarks about the passage of the $280 billion chips bill this week. No other details were immediately available.
While it was not immediately known where Biden would give his remarks, he is headed to a region that is the home of Hemlock Semiconductor, which produces polysilicon chips that go into solar panels. Earlier this year, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer toured the facility.
The legislation, which Biden quickly signed into law, includes nearly $53 billion to open, expand or modernize semiconductor manufacturing facilities in the U.S., which has seen its predominance in the industry fall to Asian producers in recent decades. A shortage of chips set off during the COVID-19 pandemic hurt manufacturers, especially automakers, that use semiconductors in their products.
Biden also is traveling to Michigan on a day when voters will be selecting major party nominees for state and congressional elections this November. Whitmer is unopposed in her primary.
The visit marks Biden's first to Michigan this year after making five in 2021. | 2022-07-30T17:18:37Z | www.freep.com | President Biden coming to Michigan on Tuesday to tout chip funding | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/30/president-joe-biden-michigan-tuesday/10191556002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2022/07/30/president-joe-biden-michigan-tuesday/10191556002/ |
Rocket Mortgage Classic 2022: Cam Davis cards Round 3's best score to leap up leaderboard
Rocket Mortgage Classic defending champion Cam Davis played his best round of this year's event Saturday, shooting a 7-under 65 at Detroit Golf Club.
At the time, Davis moved into a tie for fourth place with a 10-under 206, though he fell down the leaderboard as the afternoon continued with players pouring in birdies. He hit 16 of 18 greens in regulation during Round 3 and finished two strokes off the course record, which he could've tied with two birdies in the final four holes.
His approach from the rough on No. 17 helped him notch one birdie and gave him a chance for the record on No. 18. However, he overshot the green on the final hole and couldn't get up-and-down, finishing with his only bogey on the day. Still, he climbed more than 50 spots to likely keep himself near the top 25 at day's end.
"Today was really solid," Davis said. "It was a nice bounce-back from yesterday where I felt like for at least the first few holes, I feel like I completely lost my swing. I had no idea where it went. On the back, got some good stuff going yesterday afternoon and then brought it into today and made some putts with it today as well. A little sour end there with a wedge, but 17 really good solid holes."
Davis was grouped with last week's 3M Open winner and world No. 16 Tony Finau and 2019 Rocket champion Nate Lashley in the opening rounds. Adding evidence of the Rocket Mortgage Classic's improved field, Finau provided an immediate challenge to Davis' repeat hopes.
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Finau recorded an 8-under 64 Thursday for a strong start and stood tall on a blustery Friday afternoon, tallying six birdies for a 6-under 66. The wind bothered Davis, as he shot a 1-over 73 and carded three bogeys, including a double on the par-4 2nd.
"They both have a lot of game and were playing really well," Davis said of Finau and Lashley. "It was just a windy afternoon yesterday following the really calm morning of Thursday, which it felt like (Saturday) morning, to be honest. It felt like it was perfect scoring conditions. And playing with someone like Tony, who's playing really well and making the most of his opportunities, it kind of showed you what you could do around here.
"But his golf in the wind yesterday afternoon was really solid. I was trying to make some putts to catch the cut line and he was making putts to go for the lead, and it seemed like he had a bit more freedom than Nate and I did, which probably helped him keep moving forward while we were struggling to get anything to go in."
Davis found himself on the back nine Friday, though, birdieing Nos. 10, 11 and 16. He carried the momentum to moving day, birdieing five holes on the front nine and three on the back.
"Just more of a relaxing round," Davis said. "You're playing in the morning, the greens are smoother, there's no wind, you pick your number. If you hit it solid, you know where it's going to go rather than being left up to the wind above the trees that you can't really feel. Today was just a little bit more relaxed on the greens. I wasn't trying to make a putt to hopefully make the cut on the number, it was just trying and make some progress and have a good round. Yeah, it just worked a lot better than it did yesterday."
In the home stretch, Davis wasn't pleased with his second shot on No. 17, which flew 182 yards into the left rough, 75 yards out from the hole. Then his near-perfect shot out of the rough landed three yards from the hole and provided an easy birdie putt.
He said he wasn't aware of the impending record 63, which British Open runner-up Cameron Young tied Friday, as he played 18, but he missed putts of 50 and six feet to bogey.
"I'll try not to look at 18 as too much of a hinderance to my progress," Davis said, "because today was a really solid day."
Among other notables with morning tee times, 3-time PGA Tour winner Cameron Champ recorded six birdies for a 5-under 67. He hit 14 greens and also bogeyed No. 18, right before Davis. Champ sits at 5-under 208 for the tournament.
World No. 20 Max Homa appeared to be making a run early Saturday after narrowly missing the cut Friday. He birdied four holes and eagled one on the front nine before bogeying No. 14 and playing even par on the rest of the back nine. His 5-under 67 leaves him with a 9-under 207 on the weekend.
World No. 46 Keegan Bradley continues to improve by round, producing a 4-under 68 Saturday, and he's at 7-under 209 overall. Lashley is tied with struggling world No. 13 Will Zalatoris, arguably the tournament's biggest name, at 6-under 210 after both shot 3-under in Round 3. | 2022-07-30T19:16:06Z | www.freep.com | Rocket Mortgage Classic 2022: Cam Davis goes low in Round 3 | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/30/rocket-mortgage-classic-updates-third-round-cam-davis/10191820002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/30/rocket-mortgage-classic-updates-third-round-cam-davis/10191820002/ |
It's shaping up to be quite the Sunday at Detroit Golf Club.
As Tony Finau and Taylor Pendrith traded haymakers in Saturday's final pairing, World No. 4 Patrick Cantlay and Rookie of the Year favorite and Open Championship runner-up Cameron Young made big pushes behind them.
Ultimately, Finau and Pendrith maintained the advantage and are tied atop the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic leaderboard at 21-under-par 195, four shots clear of the field.
Young followed his course-record tying 63 on Friday with a 7-under 65 on Saturday, tying the best round of the day and sits in third at 17 under par.
Cantlay carded a 6-under 66 to get to 15-under.
He looked as if he'd make a charge, after sitting at 7-under through 13, but failed to pick up a stroke on either of the par fives and gave one back on No. 16, to play the final five holes at 1-over and fall into a tie for fifth.
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Stephan Jaeger had his best round of the tournament, making eight birdies —including three in a row on Nos. 15, 16 and 17 — with just one bogey to finish 7-under and slide into fourth at 16 under par.
Finau and Pendrith have remained out front since Day 1, when they both fired 8-under 64s, and they will be the last two to tee off again Sunday.
Finau's run continues
Finau's perfection continued — he has gone the entire tournament without making a bogey and has not dropped a shot for the past 70 holes dating back to his win at the 3M open in Minnesota last weekend — finishing with a 7-under 65. (Joaquin Niemann did not make a bogey in 72 holes at last year's Rocket Mortgage Classic, but then made one on the 73rd hole in the three-man playoff.)
"I think it's a golf course that yields some birdies," Finau said. "You'll have some looks, but to not make any mistakes to this point is nice and I think that's the main reason I've kind of found myself on top of the leaderboard."
Pendrithpicked up four strokes on his first eight holes, and gave two back on Nos. 9 and 13, before finishing with a flurry. He made three birdies in a row on Nos. 14-16 as well as the par-4 18th to record a 6-under 66 and tie Finau.
Saturday, the two spent all day trading haymakers.
Pendrith set the tone early, hitting his approach on No. 1 inside of seven feet and rolled in the birdie for the third time in as many rounds. Finau immediately responded.
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After hitting every green Thursday and missing just two Friday, Finau missed two Saturday.
The first came on No. 2, when his approach from 132 yards out hung up in the rough just left of the front-left pin. No matter — he chipped in for birdie.
On No. 3, Finau put his approach inside of 15 feet, staying below the hole. Pendrith, who outdrove Finau on the hole, did him one better and put it to four feet.
But after Finau trickled in his birdie, Pendrith rolled his attempt over the right side of the cup and it didn't drop as he had to settle for par.
Pendrith responded after his tee shot on the par-5 fourth hit the cart path and landed in the rough adjacent to the sixth green. He soared a lay up over the trees on the left side of the fairway, stuck his approach to 16 feet and made the birdie.
Finau, who was in the go-zone after a 341-yard drive, left his approach from 277 yards short right and was unable to get up-and-down for birdie.
After trading par's on five, Pendrith picked up a stroke on No. 6, Finau got one back on No. 7 and both birdied No. 8 to walk to the ninth tee at 4-under on the day.
Pendrith blinks first
That's where Pendrith blinked first. His tee shot landed short-right on a green with a back-left pin. His first putt on an uphill 53-footer stayed 10 feet short and he missed the par save to the right, dropping a shot and moving into a tie at 18-under.
After Finau birdied No. 10, both would hold steady until the 13th, when Pendrith's tee shot hit a tree on the right side of the fairway, blocking his angle at the hole.
He punched out, but sent his third well past the hole and couldn't make the 23-footer on the way back, dropping his second stroke of the day.
Finau, meanwhile, wouldn't give an inch. Ranked 135th on Tour in driving accuracy this season, he finished the third round ranked second in the field.
He picked up his next stroke on the par-5 14th after his 314-yard drive found the fairway, he sailed his approach right of the green. From there, he opened his wedge face, flopped a shot down the hill that lipped out, before he made an 8-footer for birdie.
Pendrith makes a charge
Finau's birdie came just moments after Pendrith dropped in a 15-foot putt from the fringe which sparked the Canadian.
Pendrith followed suit by sticking his tee shot inside 10 feet on the par-3 fifth and rolled in his sixth birdie of the day. Pendrith carried the left fairway bunker on No. 16 with a 340-yard drive, before flighting a wedge hole-high less than seven feet to the right of the pin.
The putt found the bottom of the cup and suddenly the two were knotted again.
On No. 17, Pendrith found the fairway while Finau's drive got hung up in the left rough. From there, he pulled out a 5-iron, flighted it, and gave a club twirl as the ball rolled up to the short side of the green.
He would two-putt form there to make birdie.
Pendrith's approach stayed short right and his third failed to climb the hill, before he missed a 26-foot birdie attempt by inches to the left, settling for par.
Day 3 roundup
Many of the rest of the notables to make the cut had up-and-down performances.
Will Zalatoris shot his best round of the tournament at 3-under, but made three bogeys to take away from his tournament-best six birdie morning.
Max Homa had a good round that was close to being great.
He was four-under through four holes which included a pitch-in for eagle on No. 3. After making birdie on No. 7 and draining a 44-foot putt on No. 9 to pick up another stroke, he made the turn at 6-under — the best of any player on the front nine.
He stalled on the back, making four pars, bogeying the par-5 14th after putting his approach in the water, and made four more pars to close out his 5-under round.
Adam Scott had a disastrous afternoon.
He started the day in the top five and made a birdie on No. 7 to get to 10-under, then fell apart. He bogeyed Nos. 8 and 10, made double on 12 and then bogeyed 13, 14 and 15 to finish 6-over 78 — the worst round on the course. | 2022-07-30T22:57:49Z | www.freep.com | Rocket Mortgage Classic 2022: Tony Finau, Taylor Pendrith set for duel | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/30/tony-finau-rocket-mortgage-classic-2022-detroit-pga-tour/10193280002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/30/tony-finau-rocket-mortgage-classic-2022-detroit-pga-tour/10193280002/ |
TORONTO — Right-hander Drew Hutchison returned to Rogers Centre, the place where he spent the 2015 season as an Opening Day starter, and provided the Detroit Tigers with a solid performance Saturday against the Toronto Blue Jays.
The 31-year-old allowed one run on two hits and three walks in five innings. Hutchison exited the game after throwing 68 pitches due to an ankle injury but is expected to make his next start as scheduled.
The Tigers squandered Hutchison's effort in the sixth inning, when right-handed reliever Derek Law allowed four runs — due to a hit-by-pitch, fielding error, wild pitch and three-run home run — in his first MLB appearance since July 10, 2021.
The Tigers lost, 5-3, in the third of four games in the series.
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Manager A.J. Hinch sent Law — called up Saturday morning from Triple-A Toledo — to the mound for the Tigers (41-61) to protect a 3-1 lead in a high-leverage situation against the best batters in the Blue Jays' lineup.
Santiago Espinal, the No. 9 hitter, singled to right field. After Law retired George Springer, the 31-year-old drilled Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in the left wrist. Guerrero stayed in the game and took first base.
The next batter, Lourdes Gurriel Jr., reached safely on Law's fielding error to load the bases. The ball bounced back to the mound, but Law bobbled and booted the ball while trying to collect himself and get the force out at third base.
Then, Bo Bichette cut Toronto's deficit to 3-2 with a sacrifice fly. Hinch had righty Alex Lange warming, but he kept Law in the game to face Teoscar Hernandez. A wild pitch advanced both runners — Guerrero to third base and Gurriel to second base — before Hernandez crushed a three-run home run to center field to make it 5-3, Jays.
Hernandez, who has 14 home runs this season, set a pair of personal highs with his swing on Law's cutter: 109 mph exit velocity and 424 feet. All six pitches during the Hernandez at-bat — and 21 of the 26 pitches in Law's outing — were cutters.
Scratching out a lead
The Tigers took a brief lead in the fifth, as the offense scored two runs after loading the bases to begin the frame: Eric Haase (single), Robbie Grossman (single) and Jonathan Schoop (hit-by-pitch).
Initially, the Schoop hit-by-pitch was ruled a double play.
Home plate umpire Alex Tosi believed the ball deflected off the knob of Schoop's bat, so Toronto's defense tossed the ball around the infield, recording outs at third, then first. Hinch challenged the ruling and won, which loaded the bases with nobody out.
Kody Clemens' sacrifice fly got the Tigers on the scoreboard and chased Blue Jays right-handed starter Ross Stripling, and then Riley Greene's RBI double off right-hander Adam Cimber put the Tigers ahead 2-1. Schoop was then thrown out at home plate for the second out.
Cimber tried to pick Schoop off at third. The ball got past third baseman Matt Chapman, but he recovered and fired a dart to catcher Danny Jansen to keep the Tigers from adding another run.
Javier Báez then grounded out for the third out.
In the top of the sixth, before Law's implosion, the Tigers took a 3-1 lead on Schoop's RBI single with two outs.
For most of his outing, Hutchison escaped self-inflicted jams.
The Blue Jays scored in the first for a 1-0 lead on Gurriel's RBI single — which plated Guerrero after he stole his second base of the season — but from that point on, Hutchison managed his mistakes.
He worked around a one-out walk in the second with a double play, a two-out walk in the third with a forceout and a leadoff walk in the fourth with another double play. His only perfect frame was the fifth, also his last inning.
For his 68 pitches (35 strikes), Hutchison used 32 four-seam fastballs (47%), 19 sliders (28%), 12 sinkers (18%) and five changeups (7%). He earned seven swings and misses: five with his four-seamer and two with his sinker. | 2022-07-30T22:57:55Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers stung by callup Derek Law in 5-3 L to Toronto Blue Jays | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/30/detroit-tigers-score-toronto-blue-jays/10193432002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/07/30/detroit-tigers-score-toronto-blue-jays/10193432002/ |
The Mo Pop Festival settled into its new home at Hart Plaza on Saturday, filling downtown Detroit with an eclectic array of sounds on the riverfront.
British band Glass Animals — much more prominent now than during its 2016 Mo Pop appearance — closed out Saturday's bill with an ebullient 75-minute, 13-song set drawing heavily from the hit album "Dreamland."
The much-awaited performance by Dave Bayley and company was marred only by a conspicuously subdued sound mix, soft enough that was it easy to hear fan conversations several feet away. Crowd chants of "turn it up!" and "louder, louder!" rang out between songs, although they didn't seem to register with the band itself.
A Mo Pop spokesperson later told the Free Press the audio problems were at least caused by an "engineering hiccup."
About 15,000 descended on Hart Plaza for Mo Pop's return, according to a fest official.
The boutique indie-rock and hip-hop fest was back from a three-year pandemic break while migrating a mile east from West Riverfront Park, where it had been staged since 2015. That site is being transformed into a multiuse park, and Mo Pop’s planned move to Historic Fort Wayne was nixed because of new preservation efforts there.
So Hart Plaza — familiar home to signature traditions such as the Movement electronic music fest and the African World Festival — became the new digs for Mo Pop, part of a national stable of AEG events including Coachella, Stagecoach and the New Orleans jazz fest.
This was the third site for Mo Pop, which was launched in 2013 at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights.
Drawing thousands for the first of two days of music on the riverfront, the fest featured two stages named for classic Detroit rock theaters — the Grande and Eastown — and a staggered schedule so there were no overlapping sets.
The Grande, the bigger of the two, was situated on the main plaza adjacent to the main bowl, with the Eastown positioned along the park’s concourse parallel to Jefferson Avenue.
Mo Pop has made a name through the years introducing big Detroit crowds to rising acts, and there were plenty of them on Saturday’s bill, including several — Wet Leg, Horsegirl, Dayglow — who were making their Motor City premieres.
A whiff of ‘90s nostalgia was in the air early in the afternoon, thanks to the aloof alt-rock of young Chicago trio Horsegirl or the Breeders-saturated sound of England’s Wet Leg, who took the stage to a “Lord of the Rings” theme.
A pair of Detroit acts kicked off the day: Charity, playing the first festival of her career, delighted the arriving crowd with a warm neo-soul and an off-the-beaten-path Stevie Wonder cover (“Jesus Children of America”). Singer-rapper Whu Else, who emerged during the pandemic, made his stage debut, delivering a head-turning set that amounted to a musical collage.
With his colorful keyboards, stomping beats and sing-songy lines, the Detroit newcomer at times came off like a hip-hop Andrew W.K.
Many of the day’s visiting artists were hitting Detroit in the heart of the touring season. Beach Bunny’s Lili Trifilio apologized in advance for the state of her voice — she’d done a lot of “screaming and singing” in recent days, she told the crowd. The warning was justified, though her ragged vocals didn’t detract entirely from the band’s sunshine-coated brooding.
The afternoon schedule ran smoothly beyond an apparent tech delay for Ernest Greene and his band Washed Out, who wound up playing just a half-hour of their lush and sparkling chillwave.
In some ways, Hart Plaza made for a more compact, manageable experience. Being in the concrete heart of downtown Detroit deepened Mo Pop’s urban feel, and it was nice to lose the audio slapback that afflicted West Riverfront, where sound bounced off the big postal facility nearby.
But it also brought some congestion issues, particularly at the Eastown stage.
Official attendance was not announced by press time.
Mo Pop will continue Sunday with a full day of music, including a fest-closing performance from Big Sean, as the rapper plays his first hometown concert in more than five years. | 2022-07-31T04:41:10Z | www.freep.com | Mo Pop roars back to life after 3-year break at new Hart Plaza home | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/music/brian-mccollum/2022/07/31/mo-pop-festival-2022-opening-day/10192553002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/music/brian-mccollum/2022/07/31/mo-pop-festival-2022-opening-day/10192553002/ |
-- "We Are The World"
Sixteen years after Al Gore implored us to face "An Inconvenient Truth" and we didn't, we have seen climate change mutate from a seemingly abstract threat against a theoretical future to a series of unsettling headlines charting an immediate crisis -- a right here, right now danger -- facing all 8 billion passengers on this spaceship.
International weather maps over the past two weeks looked like the Shenandoah Valley in October -- a vista of deep reds and golds signifying blazing heat pretty much everywhere. Great Britain -- cool, damp Britain -- sweltered through its hottest day ever, triple digits Fahrenheit. Meantime, wildfires have blackened great swaths of Spain, Italy, Portugal and France.
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Closer to home, the Colorado River, the artery of water that makes Los Angeles possible, has gone saltine dry. The Great Salt Lake is vanishing, two-thirds of it gone and still shrinking. California is burning -- again.
Back from the grave
The cascade effect of all this -- the impact on human and animal migration, on the extinction of bugs, birds and beasts, on weather patterns, on the economy, on air quality, on the habitability of the planet -- cannot be overstated.
Senate Democrats agreed to a $369 billion bill that is being called the nation's most ambitious effort yet to combat climate change. It includes tax incentives to encourage the development of alternative energy sources, the purchase of electric vehicles, the retrofitting of homes. With this measure, which the Senate could pass within days, the country might, by the end of this decade, cut greenhouse-gas emissions to 40 percent less than their 2005 levels. And here is the most startling sentence you'll read all day:
Getting their priorities straight
This is the most important story in the world because it is the world. None of the other things that gobble our attention -- Donald Trump, abortion rights, gun violence -- matter as much as the inarguable fact that this planet is rapidly growing inhospitable to human life. That grim truth has hit like a hammer in recent days. Now, perhaps, we get to hit back.
(Leonard Pitts Jr. is a columnist for the Miami Herald, 3511 NW 91st Ave., Miami, Fla., 33172. Readers may contact him via e-mail at lpitts@miamiherald.com.) | 2022-07-31T10:51:42Z | www.freep.com | Opinion: Is the U.S. finally getting serious about climate change? | https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/contributors/2022/07/31/opinion-u-s-finally-getting-serious-climate-change/10187830002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/contributors/2022/07/31/opinion-u-s-finally-getting-serious-climate-change/10187830002/ |
Michiganders were still tipping their drinks back into Saturday evening as the descending sun bore down on the back nine holes of the Detroit Golf Club.
While Tony Finau and Taylor Pendrith battled for the top spot on the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic leaderboard, two other contenders waged for attention outside the ropes. The occasional tap, craft cocktail or can of Stella Artois was around, but Michelob Ultra and High Noon were the overwhelming favorites among spectators.
The Rocket Mortgage Classic was certainly pushing its sponsorships with the two alcohol companies. The Michelob Ultra Athletic Club overlooks the 15th green and the High Noon Sun Deck rests to the west of the fairway. Michelob signage around the course was almost as plentiful as the drink itself.
Sam Spayd, 24, from Livonia stood near the ropes on the 16th, watching the last few groups from the Area 313 Village with a blue Powerade in one hand, a Michelob in the other. Nearby, Vincenzo Didomenico, 23, from Dearborn Heights was working on his fourth High Noon of the day.
"It was hot, and I'm not gonna lie, the prices are a bit steep, but I think it's good for the city," Spayd said.
"I think if it's going to the right places, it's alright, because most big sporting events with good quality, that's just what you expect. Do I wish it was cheaper? Yeah, but you come to expect it for sure."
A Michelob is $11 and a High Noon is $13 before tax, but that didn't seem to disrupt fans' drinking. Workers from three concession stands in the area confirmed Spayd and Didomenico weren't the only ones dropping dollars and draining royal blue or silver and powder blue cans.
Dan Gilner, a cashier between hole Nos. 10 and 14, said Michelob was his best seller. He wasn't sure why, other than it's the stand's largest available beer on a per ounce basis.
Rebecca Delz, managing the tent on the other side of No. 10, saw her staff mostly ringing up High Noons, with a few Roak craft beers after that. She said she would personally pick the grapefruit High Noon.
"Not a huge beer guy; High Noon will keep you cool and quench the thirst and get you a little buzz going," said Didomenico, verifying the vendor's call.
Kim Morgan, working the Area 313 Village concessions stand, sold a good amount of both Michelob and High Noon.
Which, cost aside, was the better choice? After Finau and Pendrith left the course tied for first at 21-under 195, the people deserved a champion for the day. Allow the consumers, then, to make their arguments for one refreshment or the other.
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Said Spayd: "Instead of buying a water and alcoholic beverage, I decided to just go for the most watery alcoholic beverage, and that ended up being a Michelob Ultra. ... It definitely hydrates you."
Said Didomenico: "I mean, I'm not here to stay hydrated. I'm here to have a good time and catch a little buzz."
Spayd later revealed he prefaced his Michelob with two High Noons, diluting the contest results and leaving a victor unclear. As for food, Gilner and Morgan concurred the chicken tenders basket and hamburgers were most popular.
On Sunday, Pendrith and Finau will need to break their tie atop the leaderboard. Maybe the final concessions numbers will reveal the best golf course thirst quencher, too. | 2022-07-31T10:52:06Z | www.freep.com | Michiganders hammering these 2 drinks at Rocket Mortgage Classic | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/31/rocket-mortgage-classic-drinks-michelob-ultra-high-noon/10193991002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/31/rocket-mortgage-classic-drinks-michelob-ultra-high-noon/10193991002/ |
If his nickname is any indication, Michigan State football'' first commitment for its 2024 recruiting class will be a huge addition. Literally and figuratively.
Nick Marsh, a River Rouge wide receiver, announced Sunday via Twitter his pledge to the Spartans. His name on Twitter appears as "Nicholas 'Megatron' Marsh," likely a nod to Marsh's listed 6-foot-3, 195-pound frame and Detroit Lions' Hall of Fame wide receiver Calvin "Megatron" Johnson (who played at 6-5, 236 pounds).
Marsh is a four-star prospect and ranked the second-best in-state prospect of his class, according to 247Sports.
Marsh held offers from Michigan, Minnesota, Notre Dame, Ole Miss and Tennessee, among others. He also attended an Alabama camp last week, according to his 247 profile.
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Michigan State is coming off an 11-2 season that ended with a Peach Bowl win over Pitt.
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MORE:Michigan State football has the pieces — and the plan — to repeat its 2021 triumphs | 2022-07-31T19:58:57Z | www.freep.com | Michigan State football: River Rouge WR Nick Marsh commits | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/07/31/michigan-state-football-nick-marsh-2024-recruiting-class-spartans/10197149002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/07/31/michigan-state-football-nick-marsh-2024-recruiting-class-spartans/10197149002/ |
Shortly after arriving at Detroit Golf Club, Tony Finau talked about the only NFL player jersey he owns: Calvin Johnson. By default, he said, that makes him a Detroit Lions fan.
After this weekend, he's probably a pretty big fan of the rest of the city, too.
Finau won the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic, shooting a tournament-record 26-under 262, capped with a 5-under 67 on Sunday, which vaults him into seventh place in the FedEx Cup rankings.
In the process, he became the first player on the PGA Tour to win in consecutive weeks since Brendon Todd did so in 2019, after Finau won the 3M Open last weekend in Minnesota.
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Finau outlasted playing partner Taylor Pendrith, who finished tied for second with a 21-under 267. The Canadian rookie held the lead or was tied for it after each of the first three days but fired a par round Sunday.
World No. 4 Patrick Cantlay posted Sunday's early low number — 66 — to also get to 21-under; before that, it looked like he could make a serious charge.
Cantlay birdied four of his first five holes and sat 5-under after eight, but a 1-over stretch on Nos 9-13 derailed his chances; he finished tied for second.
British Open runner-up Cameron Young, who entered the day four strokes back, was even on the day until he birdied four of the final six holes to also finish tied for second at 21-under.
Avoiding mistakes
If Saturday featured metaphorical haymakers between Finau and Pendrith, Sunday began as more of a pillow fight. The two combined for eight birdies on the front nine Saturday but just three Sunday.
Pendrith dropped a shot on No. 2 — his drive sliced into the netting that separates the No. 5 fairway, left his approach short and, after a pitch onto the green, couldn't convert the par putt.
Neither picked up a stroke until Finau broke through on the par-5 fourth. After blistering a 357-yard drive, he left his approach in the rough on the right.
From there, he sent a pitch down the hill tracking, the "oohs" in the pro-Finau gallery growing to a crescendo until it rolled over the left side of the cup and settled 11 inches from the hole. He followed with a tap-in birdie.
After the pair exchanged pars on No. 5, Pendrith responded on No. 6, nearly holing out from 151 yards before his ball settled three feet from the pin; His tap-in birdie cut the lead to one.
Finau got it back on seven, though, when he shaped a draw on the course's easiest hole around the large oak tree short left of the green, nestling pin-high, just outside of 20 feet.
His eagle putt was short, but he locked in for the birdie.
The tourney's deciding hole may have come on No. 9.
After the pair matched tap-in pars on No. 8, Finau teed off first on the difficult par-3 No. 9 and, for the first time, gave Pendrith an opening. He hooked a seven-iron left of the green into the rough; Pendrith responded by landing his tee shot to 14 feet.
Finau's wedge rolled 11 feet past, giving Pendrith a chance to pull even with a made putt and a Finau miss.
Instead, he sent his putt just right. Using his read on the line, Finau then calmly drained his par to stay up two and extend his bogey-free streak to 63 holes.
It would end at 65. Finau extended his lead to three after picking up a stroke at No. 10, but he sent his tee shot at 11 to the far side of the green. With his first three-putt of the tournament, he dropped a stroke.
He grabbed the shot right back, however, on No. 12 when he poured in a 31-foot putt and sent the crowd into a frenzy, just before Pendrith missed his par putt and the lead grew to four.
"t was tough, couldn't really get anything going and didn't get off to the best start like I did the last three days, but kind of hung in there," Pendrith said. "You know, middle of the round I hit some really nice iron shots and just couldn't get anything to fall.
As the two walked 13, surely they heard the roar from ahead at 14. Cantlay took a mid-iron on his approach from just more than 200 yards out and watched it nestle five feet from the cup for a shot at eagle.
He made it and flopped spots with Pendrith on the board, but Finau had too much distance and was too hot.
"Two really good shots and a simple five-footer up the hill for eagle," Cantlay said. "I played well all week, really solid and that's what I've got to keep doing, just keep knocking on the door."
The No. 16 golfer in the world put on a clinic from tee to green, Thursday to Sunday.
He was first in strokes gained tee-to-green and second in strokes gained off the tee.
Known for his distance, Finau ranked third in driving accuracy, finding 46 of 56 fairways, which led to hitting 66 of 72 greens. The few times he didn't hit a green in regulation, he was a perfect 6-for-6 avoiding a bogey.
If that wasn't enough, he was the best putter the entire week, needing just 114 putts — an average of 1.58 per hole. | 2022-07-31T22:52:31Z | www.freep.com | 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic: Tony Finau nearly flawless in win | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/31/2022-rocket-mortgage-classic-tony-finau/10196384002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/07/31/2022-rocket-mortgage-classic-tony-finau/10196384002/ |
Michigan gas prices dip to $4.24 a gallon, down 20 cents in a week
Michigan gas prices fell another 20 cents Monday from a week ago to average of $4.24 a gallon, according to AAA, which predicts additional price drops ahead but at a slower pace.
"Despite an increase in demand, Michigan pump prices continue to decline," said Adrienne Woodland, AAA spokesperson. "If demand continues to increase, alongside a drop in stocks, motorists could see a slow down in the price decreases at the pump."
The price was down 76 cents from this time a month ago, but still $1.04 more than a year ago, according to auto club. For a full, 15-gallon tank, motorists are now paying an average of about $63.
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Metro Detroit’s average daily gas price also decreased to $4.20 per gallon, about 22 cents less than last week’s average, but still 91 cents more than it was this same time last year.
The east expensive:
Grand Rapids: $4.18,
Benton Harbor: $4.19. | 2022-08-01T14:27:08Z | www.freep.com | Michigan gas prices dip to $4.24 a gallon, down 20 cents in a week | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/01/michigan-gas-prices/10199772002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/01/michigan-gas-prices/10199772002/ |
With Monday’s news likely came a sigh of relief for co-offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore, who coaches the offensive line. He swung big following a 2021 season in which the Wolverines won the Joe Moore Award for the best offensive line in the country but failed to land any of the nation’s top talents at the tackle position.
Moore dedicated significant time and resources to five-star Kadyn Proctor (committed to Iowa), five-star Samson Okunlola (Michigan did not make his list of finalists), four-star Charles Jagusah (committed to Notre Dame) and four-star Cayden Green (committed to Oklahoma) only to come up empty.
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The Rocket Mortgage Classic prided itself on its new schedule for 2022, moving the tournament at the Detroit Golf Club from around Fourth of July weekend to July 28-31, targeting better players in the window between the British Open and the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
However, the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic will run from June 26-July 2, according to the PGA Tour schedule for next season released Monday, placing it right back on the early July schedule. Action takes place two weeks after the U.S. Open and three weeks before the British Open.
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This year's Rocket Mortgage Classic featured a quality field, as world No. 13 Tony Finau set the tournament record (26-under 262) and won his second straight PGA Tour event. World No. 4 golfer Patrick Cantlay finished tied for second in his first trip to Detroit. World No. 17 golfer Cameron Young, a standout rookie and Open Championship runner up, finished tied for second with Cantlay.
“By all measures, the 2022 Rocket Mortgage Classic was a smashing success," said Jason Langwell, executive director of the tournament. "...To crown a champion such as Tony Finau on Sunday afternoon after watching his magnificent performance over the course of four days at Detroit Golf Club was truly special."
This year, players were lured by the late-season opportunity to gain leverage in the FedEx Cup Standings. Detroit held the next to last regular season event; the Wyndham Championship in Greensboro, North Carolina, is this weekend, followed by the FedEx Cup Playoff in Memphis.
No. 14 Will Zalatoris and No. 20 Max Homa were notables in the postseason race who came to the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Former Masters winner Adam Scott and fan favorite Rickie Fowler also made appearances. But no one in the field matched the star power of past competitors Dustin Johnson, Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau, now of LIV Golf.
Attracting another top star might be easier now that that the tournament is back to it's early July date. World No. 7 Justin Thomas had spoken with Rocket officials about playing this year, but could be interested earlier in next season when not picking his spots ahead of the postseason.
“We are already looking forward to next year’s Rocket Mortgage Classic and are excited about our dates, which fall during the same week as our inaugural event in 2019 and last year’s tournament, both of which produced tremendous crowds," Langwell said. | 2022-08-01T20:36:36Z | www.freep.com | 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic set for June 26-July 2 | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/08/01/2023-rocket-mortgage-classic-pga-tour-schedule/10204876002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/golf/2022/08/01/2023-rocket-mortgage-classic-pga-tour-schedule/10204876002/ |
A state commission that investigates judicial misconduct has dismissed a complaint against a Hamtramck judge who angrily berated a cancer patient because of overgrown weeds outside his home.
The Judicial Tenure Commission said Judge Alexis Krot of 31st District Court in Hamtramck violated a couple of tenets of the Michigan Code of Judicial Conduct when she yelled at Burhan Chowdhury, 72, during a court hearing in January for a ticket he received for unkempt weeds. But it added that she acknowledged her error, took responsibility and apologized.
Krot herself reported the case to the commission.
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The commission cautioned her against any further misconduct in the future.
"We dismiss it with a caution," the commission said of the complaint.
The commission also determined that Krot was not being racist when she admonished Chowdhury, an immigrant from Bangladesh. A video of the hearing went viral earlier this year, leading to widespread criticism of Krot, who was appointed to the bench by former Gov. Rick Snyder in 2016.
Hamtramck has the highest percentage of immigrants among cities in Michigan and a high poverty rate. Some civil rights advocates said Krot's behavior reflected a problem of government officials being hostile to immigrant communities. A petition drive calling for the judge to be removed has garnered more than 303,000 signatures.
During the hearing, Chowdhury appeared to sound sick, gasping for breath and wheezing at times.
"I am a cancer patient, very old, ma'am," he said. "I was then very weak. ... I cannot look after this thing."
Krot wasn't interested in hearing his excuses.
"You should be ashamed of yourself," Krot told Chowdhury during the Zoom hearing that was later posted on Facebook. "If I could give you jail time on this, I would."
The commission determined "that threat was particularly inappropriate," in a letter it sent to Krot dated July 5.
Chowdhury's son, who also attended the hearing, said the property had been cleaned before the court appearance.
The letter added: "You deprived Mr. Chowdhury of his right to provide his explanation for the overgrown vegetation; whether intended by you or not, your interaction caused him humiliation; and you reacted with excessive anger toward an individual appearing before you for the first time, and doing so for a minor infraction."
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The letter was signed by Jon Hulsing, chair of the commission, and sent today to media outlets by Lynn Helland, executive director of the commission. The commission consists of nine attorneys and two administrative staff.
"In recognition of the public interest in this incident, Judge Krot waived her right to keep this letter confidential," Helland said.
"The decision was a decision by the whole Commission, with Chairperson Hulsing signing on behalf of the Commission," Helland told the Free Press.
Krot's attorney, Ken Mogill, issued a statement Monday on her behalf, saying: "Judge Krot is a thoughtful, compassionate judge who made a mistake that the Commission aptly noted was an aberration. Judge Krot and I are grateful to the Commission for considering her excellent record as a judge, her prompt acceptance of responsibility for her mistake and her voluntary self-reporting in deciding how to deal with this matter."
The July 5 letter from the commission describes how the events unfolded.
Chowdhury was issued a ticket "in August 2021 for failing to keep his property free of weeds, trees or other nuisance vegetation. Mr. Chowdhury and his son, Shibbir, appeared before you by Zoom," the letter reads.
During the hearing, "you responded to Mr. Chowdhury’s statement that he was sick and weak by telling him that he should be ashamed of himself and that if you could give him jail time, you would. After you fined him $100, you told him to get the area cleaned up,
as its appearance was 'totally inappropriate.'"
The letter continued: "When Mr. Chowdhury’s son then asked if the fine was forgivable and stated that his father had been ill with cancer and that the area had been cleaned prior to the hearing, you only asked whether he had seen the photo of the area, then stated in a raised voice that it was shameful and that the neighbors should not have to view it, adding that 'if you come back here -- with your yard looking like that, you’re going to jail.' That threat was particularly inappropriate, as a jail sentence is not an option for a civil infraction."
The commission said that Krot violated two canon rules that requires a judge "to be patient, dignified, and courteous" and "to treat every person fairly, with courtesy and respect."
The commission added that it sympathized with Krot, saying: "We understand that your reaction to them may have been due in part to your unusually heavy docket that day, your disappointment that Mr. Chowdhury was one of too many homeowners in your jurisdiction who have neglected their property, and your frustration that the city’s lag in using screen share was slowing the day’s proceedings. We further acknowledge that you became aware of a significant health issue shortly before the hearing. We also appreciate that you have an unblemished discipline history." | 2022-08-01T21:59:18Z | www.freep.com | Commission dismisses complaint against Hamtramck Judge Alexis Krot | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/01/commission-dismisses-complaint-hamtramck-judge-alexis-krot/10202596002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/01/commission-dismisses-complaint-hamtramck-judge-alexis-krot/10202596002/ |
Michigan was hit by a round of storms that already sparked one tornado warning Monday with sky watchers on alert for the rest of the day.
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for parts of Tuscola county Monday afternoon.
The warning, based on radar activity, expired at 3 p.m., said meteorologist Alex Manion. The warning includes Cass City, Caro, Mayville and Kingston.
"It's always good to be weather aware anyone that's inside of tornado warning should take shelter immediately," Manion said. "Anyone that is east of the current warning should be weather aware and either be looking at the local news or their weather radio for additional information as it comes."
As of 2:30 p.m., there have been no confirmed reports of a tornado that touched down, he said.
The weather service declared a severe thunderstorm warning including Sandusky, Marlette and Deckerville just before 3 p.m.
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Manion said it's currently storming in Tuscola county, and the storm will likely head east, and metro Detroit could see some scattered showers. | 2022-08-01T21:59:30Z | www.freep.com | Tornado warning in effect in Tuscola county | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/01/tornado-warning-effect-tuscola-county/10205493002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/01/tornado-warning-effect-tuscola-county/10205493002/ |
Majorel, a European-based business-to-business services firm that recently decided to open a Detroit office, announced Monday that it will lease office space downtown where the majority of its new 500-plus Michigan workforce will soon work in person.
The company recently signed a lease for two floors of 211 West Fort Street, a 28-story building across from Detroit's federal courthouse.
Majorel has hired more than 500 people in Michigan since the company announced in February that it had chosen Detroit from more than 50 cities as the location for its "next digital facility."
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The majority of the new Michigan jobs are social media content review positions. The new hires are working remotely until the Detroit office opens in the fall.
The company expects that the majority of its Michigan employees will work in person at 211 West Fort, a representative said. There is enough room on the two floors to fit up to 600 people.
Their arrival will help to regrow the weekday population of office workers downtown, which has declined since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic and rise of work-from-home options for some office jobs.
The city of Detroit faced a projected $53 million revenue loss in its last fiscal year because outside residents who once performed work inside city limits stayed home and worked remotely — and therefore weren't subject to city income taxes.
Majorel did not receive any tax breaks or other incentives to locate in Detroit.
"Majorel's choice of 211 West Fort is a great move because it will bring hundreds of new jobs to a signature building in our city's growing downtown," Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan said in a statement. "And a lot of those jobs were filled by residents of the city, thanks to Majorel's commitment to prioritize Detroiters through Detroit at Work."
211 West Fort is owned by Grosse Pointe-based real estate firm Foster Financial.
Majorel is headquartered in Luxembourg and says it employs more than 75,000 people in 41 countries.
"We are proud to see yet another innovative, tech-forward company choose Detroit, further demonstrating that our city is the place to be for cutting-edge development and tech talent," Kevin Johnson, president and CEO of the Detroit Economic Growth Corp., said in a statement.
ContactJC Reindl: 313-378-5460 or jcreindl@freepress.com. Follow him on Twitter @jcreindl. Read more on business and sign up for our business newsletter. | 2022-08-01T22:51:23Z | www.freep.com | European firm to put hundreds of workers in downtown Detroit building | https://www.freep.com/story/money/2022/08/01/european-firm-majorel-open-detroit/10206732002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/2022/08/01/european-firm-majorel-open-detroit/10206732002/ |
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Twins right-hander Aaron Sanchez, who entered Monday with an 8.33 ERA, recorded eight strikeouts against the Detroit Tigers in his first MLB start since May 28 with the Washington Nationals.
Sanchez logged his highest strikeout total since July 2019, doing so on 17 swings and misses.
Luckily for the Tigers, left-hander Tarik Skubal — in his final start before Tuesday's trade deadline — was better than Sanchez. He pitched five scoreless innings, but the Tigers removed him from the game after throwing 77 pitches due to left arm fatigue.
Despite Skubal's effort, the Tigers' bullpen failed to reward him with a victory. But the Tigers lost, 5-3, in extra innings. Gio Urshela drilled a walk-off home run with two outs in the bottom of the 10th inning against right-handed reliever Alex Lange.
The Twins scored two runs in the bottom of the eighth inning, both charged to right-handed reliever Michael Fulmer. The Tigers (41-63) still had a chance to win, but the offense went silent in the top of the ninth.
Meanwhile, the Twins fumbled their ninth-inning opportunity.
Left-handed closer Gregory Soto replaced Fulmer and got the final two outs in the eighth inning. Manager A.J. Hinch kept Soto in for the ninth to face the bottom of Minnesota's batting order.
The first two batters — Nick Gordon and Gary Sanchez — reached with singles, and Hinch trotted to the mound for a meeting with Soto and the infield. Soto struck out Mark Contreras, who tried to bunt three times, then had to face leadoff hitter Jorge Polanco, who flied out to deep center field but advanced Gordon to third base.
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Soto walked Correa to load the bases, but on the ball four in the dirt, Gordon jumped toward home plate. He couldn't get back to third base in time, though, as catcher Tucker Barnhart picked him off to escape Soto's jam unscathed and send the game to extra innings.
Detroit's offense scored its three runs on five hits and two walks with 14 strikeouts.
The Twins had 12 hits and three walks with seven strikeouts.
Rookie Riley Greene finished 0-for-5 with three strikeouts. Since July 6, Greene is 20-for-95 (.211) with five extra-base hits, five walks and 37 strikeouts in 22 games. The 21-year-old made a diving catch in the seventh inning.
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The Tigers scored runs in the second and fourth innings, both on RBIs from Barnhart.
Barnhart, batting .203 in 65 games, grounded out in the second to score Jeimer Candelario and singled in the fourth to score Miguel Cabrera. Barnhart logged his 10th and 11th RBIs this season, along with his first two-RBI game.
Sanchez allowed two runs on four hits and two walks with eight strikeouts in five innings, throwing 81 pitches. He earned his 17 whiffs with nine curveballs, five four-seam fastballs, two changeups and one sinker. His ERA dropped to 7.68 through eight starts in 2022.
The Tigers turned to right-handed relievers Will Vest and Joe Jiménez to complete the sixth and seventh innings, respectively. Both pitchers posted zeros, with Jiménez notching his 56th strikeout in 40 innings and lowering his ERA to 2.93.
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In the eighth, the Tigers fell apart when Fulmer took the mound for his likely final appearance as a member of the organization with the trade deadline looming Tuesday.
The Twins tallied four consecutive singles with one out: Polanco, Correa, Luis Arraez and Jose Miranda. The first three singles loaded the bases, and Miranda's single on a second-pitch slider drove in two runs.
The fourth single also chased Fulmer from the game.
Tarik Skubal deals until exit
In the fifth inning, Skubal experienced a velocity loss — his fastball dropped from 94-96 mph to 92-93 mph — and exited the game with arm fatigue. The 25-year-old fired five scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and two walks with four strikeouts.
Skubal threw 48 of 77 pitches for strikes.
In the third, Skubal put back-to-back batters on the bases with two outs, when Polanco doubled and Correa walked on four pitches. But Skubal won an eight-pitch battle with Arraez (.400 on-base percentage) for the third out.
The fifth presented a fascinating situation.
As Skubal walked back to the mound after Contreras' flyout, Gordon — who reached with a leadoff single — took off for second base. Skubal threw the ball away, ruled an error on the pitcher, and Gordon ended up on third base with two outs.
The next batter, Polanco, lined out to left field for the third out.
For his 77 pitches (48 strikes), Skubal used 22 four-seam fastballs (29%), 19 sliders (25%), 18 changeups (23%), 15 two-seam fastballs (19%) and three knuckle curves (4%). He recorded 13 swings and misses: one four-seamer, four sliders, six changeups and two two-seamers.
Skubal's four-seam fastball averaged 93.3 mph, down from its 94.2 mph season average. His slider averaged 87.5 mph, also down from its 89.4 mph season average. | 2022-08-02T04:00:00Z | www.freep.com | Gio Urshela walk-off HR in 10th hands Detroit Tigers 5-3 loss | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/01/detroit-tigers-minnesota-twins-game-recap-gio-urshela-walk-off/10209052002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/01/detroit-tigers-minnesota-twins-game-recap-gio-urshela-walk-off/10209052002/ |
Tuesday, Aug. 2, is Election Day in Michigan, as voters head to the polls to decide a series of races at the statewide and local levels.
Here is a primer on everything you need to know — from what races are being decided, how to register to vote, what times polls open and close and more:
What's on the ballot in the August primary election?
On the August primary ballot today are Democratic and Republican primaries for governor, congressional and state legislative races.
There are also elections being decided at the local level. To see what is on your ballot, enter your address at the Michigan Voter Information Center at michigan.gov/vote.
Can I register to vote on Election Day in Michigan?
Yes, you can! In Michigan, eligible voters can register up to and on Election Day until 8 p.m. at their local clerk's office. Clerk's office locations can also be found on the Michigan Voter Information Center.
To register to vote, you'll need to provide your local clerk with proof of eligibility and proof of residency.
be a Michigan resident and a resident of your city or township for at least 30 days by Election Day
be at least 18 years old by Election Day
Not be currently serving a jail or prison sentence
Proof of residency includes:
Your driver's license or Michigan ID
A current utility bill
A recent paystub or bank statement
Another government document with your address
Great, I'm registered to vote! Now how do I actually vote?
On Election Day, in-person voting must take place at your assigned polling place. Bigger cities and townships typically have multiple polling locations, so make sure you arrive at the correct one.
Information on your polling location can be found by visiting the Michigan Voter Information Center.
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Once you arrive to the polls, you'll be asked to sign in with local election workers. The election staff will provide you with a ballot or another option to vote if additional accommodation is needed.
Mark and return your ballot to cast your vote.
You will be asked to provide a form of photo ID to vote. Valid forms of photo ID include:
Michigan driver’s license or Michigan personal identification card
Current driver’s license or personal identification card issued by another state
Current federal or state government-issued photo identification
Current U.S. passport
Current student identification with photo — from a high school or an accredited institution of higher education
Current military identification card with photo
Current tribal identification card with photo
If you do not have an ID, you can still vote. You will be asked to sign an affidavit confirming your identity. Falsifying this affidavit is a crime with a punishment of a fine up $1,000, up to five years in prison, or both.
What time are the polls open?
Polling locations open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Voters who are in line but haven't voted yet by 8 p.m. are still allowed to vote.
Remember: You can only vote in a single party's primary
Since the August election is a statewide primary, it's important to remember voters can only vote in a single party's primary races. This means if you wanted to cast a vote in the Republican gubernatorial primary, you'd have to cast votes in the other respective Republican primaries on your ballot — otherwise, your votes in partisan primary races won't count.
Voters can also vote in a party's primary in the August election, but vote for a different party come November, should they choose to. | 2022-08-02T10:09:29Z | www.freep.com | Election Day: How to vote in Michigan's August statewide primary | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/02/election-day-how-to-vote-michigan-august-primary/10161549002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/02/election-day-how-to-vote-michigan-august-primary/10161549002/ |
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Probable pitchers: Tigers TBA vs. Twins RHP Chris Archer (2-5, 4.04 ERA).
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Court ruling or not, seven Michigan prosecutors say they are sticking to their guns when it comes to the abortion issue: They won't prosecute these cases.
That was their response to Monday’s Michigan Court of Appeals decision, which says prosecutors can file charges under the state's 1931 law that makes abortion a crime in Michigan except to save the life of the mother.
The 91-year-old ban had been blocked in May by a judge, but the appeals court says it doesn't apply to prosecutors — seven of whom have vowed not to enforce the law. All are Democrats and maintain they "cannot and will not support criminalizing reproductive freedom or creating unsafe, untenable situations for health care providers and those who seek abortions in our communities.”
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"We have supported Governor Whitmer’s litigation efforts to guarantee the right to reproductive freedom. And we will continue to fight, in court, to protect the right to safe and legal abortion in Michigan," the seven prosecutors said Monday in a joint statement. "In the interim, however, we reiterate that we will not use our offices’ scarce resources to prosecute the exercise of reproductive freedom. Instead, as these issues continue to play out in court, we will remain focused on the prosecution of serious crimes."
The seven prosecutors opposed to the 1931 abortion ban are:
Oakland County Prosecutor Karen D. McDonald
Kalamazoo County Prosecutor Jeffrey S. Getting
Ingham County Prosecutor Carol A. Siemon
Marquette County Prosecutor Matthew J. Wiese
National abortion rights were ended in June when the U.S. Supreme Court struck down 1973's landmark Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion, and kicked the issue back to the states.
Some Republican prosecutors say they will enforce 1931 law
In Michigan, some Republican prosecutors, including Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido, have said they plan to follow the law and uphold the ban, which means doctors there could be charged with a felony. Republican prosecutors in Kent and Jackson counties also have said they plan to enforce the abortion ban.
Ultimately, the Michigan Supreme Court will likely decide the constitutionality of the 1931 abortion ban and whether Michiganders have a constitutional right to an abortion. There is also a movement, through a ballot proposal, to change the state constitution to expressly include the right to an abortion. | 2022-08-02T11:02:09Z | www.freep.com | Michigan abortion ruling: 7 prosecutors vow to ignore appeals court | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/02/michigan-abortion-ruling-prosecutors-ignore-ruling/10206859002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/02/michigan-abortion-ruling-prosecutors-ignore-ruling/10206859002/ |
The states of Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin have signed an agreement with Michigan to add charging stations and boost electric vehicle use around Lake Michigan.
The voluntary agreement moves an EV infrastructure initiative announced by the Whitmer administration in 2021 forward.
The effort, known as the Lake Michigan Electric Vehicle Circuit Tour, is geared toward tourism, and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer touted its promise.
“Today, Michigan is proud to lead the Lake Michigan Electric Vehicle Circuit Tour, a partnership between fellow Midwestern states to grow our economy, create more good-paying jobs, and lead the future of mobility and electrification," Whitmer said in a news release. “With this announcement, we are putting the country on notice that the Midwest is the place to be for clean energy and small business growth. The circuit will allow travelers to experience Lake Michigan and visit countless communities in and around the route."
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The memorandum signed by the states' representatives said the four states would "work together with a united effort to design, facilitate the development, maintenance and marketing of a scenic route with reliable light-duty vehicle charging options along the Lake Michigan coastline."
The agreement says the states will maintain a working group comprised of "senior leadership" from each state to meet regularly on goals, recommendations and other aspects related to the circuit.
A news release describes the circuit as an electric Route 66.
"The circuit will be a scenic route with reliable electric vehicle chargers along Lake Michigan’s 1,100 mile drivable coastline. The chargers will be installed in key coastal communities at lighthouses, state parks, breweries, vineyards, restaurants, and other small businesses. They will also be meshed into existing charging infrastructure networks at large entertainment attractions in cities along the route including Chicago, Milwaukee, and Green Bay," the release said. "Many of the network’s chargers are operable today, and drivers can expect the remainder to be installed within the next few years." | 2022-08-02T12:32:58Z | www.freep.com | Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin join Whitmer's Lake Michigan EV circuit | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2022/08/02/lake-michigan-illinois-indiana-wisconsin-whitmer-ev-circuit/10209030002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2022/08/02/lake-michigan-illinois-indiana-wisconsin-whitmer-ev-circuit/10209030002/ |
Polling locations throughout most of Michigan close at 8 p.m. EST, bringing an end to the August primary election Tuesday to decide which Republican candidate will emerge from a crowded field to face Gov. Gretchen Whitmer this fall along with several hotly contested intraparty congressional and state legislative fights.
Hundreds of thousands of Michigan voters returned absentee ballots before Election Day and by Tuesday morning, more than a million absentee ballots had been received by election officials across the state, according to the Secretary of State's office.
Those casting absentee ballots have until 8 p.m. Tuesday to return theirs. Polling locations serving in-person voters also close then, but those in line by 8 p.m. can still vote.
While voting ends at 8 p.m. EST the vast majority of the state, voting in the four Michigan counties in Central Time Zone — Dickinson, Gogebic, Iron and Menominee counties — is still underway for another hour.
As polls close and election workers finish counting absentee ballots, you can follow unofficial results at Freep.com by visiting the home page or clicking on this link.
Live Michigan election results
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Oakland County election results
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Key Michigan primary races to watch
Whitmer ran unopposed in the Democratic primary, leaving the GOP gubernatorial primary the only contested statewide contest on the ballot.
Voters also weighed in on congressional and state legislative primaries Tuesday. While Michigan is home to a number of competitive seats, the primary Tuesday will likely determine who will represent voters in a number of safe Democratic and Republican districts.
What happens after Election Day?
The election results and outcomes reported when election workers finish processing and counting ballots are unofficial. In the coming weeks, county canvassing boards made up of two Democrats and two Republicans will review election materials, sign off on the vote totals and certify outcomes for races wholly contained within the county. They have two weeks to complete that job.
The state's elections panel then meets to certify statewide contests and elections that cross county lines. The Board of State Canvassers – also made up of two Democrats and two Republicans – must convene by Aug. 22 to determine the results of the election. | 2022-08-03T00:08:58Z | www.freep.com | Michigan primary election 2022: Live results, races to watch | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/02/michigan-election-results-2022-august-primary/10203996002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/02/michigan-election-results-2022-august-primary/10203996002/ |
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Tuesday’s primary election for local offices in Oakland County sets the stage for exactly what Republicans hoped to reverse.
After November’s general election, with key primary victories in hand, Democrats might well flip seats to widen their majority on the county’s board of commissioners.
The board ruling Michigan's richest county now has 11 Democrats and 10 Republicans for its 21 districts, a slim blue majority after half a century of domination by the GOP. But a redistricting plan, passed in a bipartisan vote last fall, will shrink the board to 19 commissioners. That means there’s a chance that the ultimate margin will be an 11-8 majority of Democrats, according to board members from both parties.
The shrinkage of the board made two Republican incumbents run against each other in the county's new 7th District primary. In that race between longtime colleagues on the board, with about 26% of precincts reporting early on Tuesday night, Eileen Kowall of White Lake had fallen behind Robert Hoffman of Highland Township, who tallied about 59% of the votes counted at that time.
Redistricting could also help Democrats win two districts in November that, following redistricting, now lean less red and more to the blue side of ballots. That shift may have nudged decisions not to run again made by two Republican incumbents: Commissioner Chuck Moss of Birmingham and Commissioner Adam Kochenderfer of Rochester Hills.
Finally, up and down Tuesday’s ballot there were incumbent Republican commissioners being challenged by a batch of far-right extremists. They call themselves the Dream Team for Patriots, and they carry the endorsement of the Michigan Conservative Coalition.
Longtime Republican incumbent Mike Gingell, vice chair of the GOP's county caucus, faced a challenge from Heather Smiley, also of Lake Orion, for District 6. Smiley's Facebook page quoted her as calling herself: "Mother, Patriot, God fearing woman!" On the page was the logo of a politicized heath group opposed to COVID masking and vaccinations.
At press time Tuesday night, Gingell was leading Smiley, drawing about 68% of the vote although only about 12% of precincts had reported.
The Republican Party’s schism in Oakland County echoes divisive trends in statewide and national Republican circles. According to Democrats, if any of the Dream Team candidates unseat incumbents, independents and even some Republicans may switch to selecting Democrats in November to avoid electing GOP extremists.
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From Tuesday’s results to November’s hopes, Democrats are determined to add momentum as they set the agenda for Oakland County governance, County Commissioner Dave Woodward of Royal Oak said.
“Only in Oakland County does the county board set new districts every 10 years,” said Woodward, the county board’s chair. That rule was pushed through the state Legislature L. Brooks Patterson, Oakland County’s veteran county executive and Republican stalwart, who died on Aug. 3, 2019. That was exactly three years ago Wednesday. Patterson had thought he could consolidate Republican control for the future. Instead, his system handed Democrats the opportunity they’re using this year.
“Starting with this primary, this year’s elections will set the stage for governing Oakland County for the next generation,” said Woodward, who chairs the board.
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LANSING — Norton Shores businesswoman Tudor Dixon held the early lead Tuesday after voters marking the Republican side of the ballot went to the polls to decide which of five political newcomers will face Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in November.
Dixon, a former conservative TV commentator, received a huge boost Friday when she was endorsed by former President Donald Trump, who holds major sway with GOP primary voters.
With about 19% of the votes counted, Dixon led with 42% of the vote, followed by Oakland County businessman Kevin Rinke with 20%. Kalamazoo chiropractor Garrett Soldano was third with 19%, while Ottawa County real estate broker Ryan Kelley had 15%. Retired Farmington Hills pastor Ralph Rebandt trailed with 4%.
The GOP candidates for governor are not well-known and, until very recently, "undecided" has been leading in most polling done on the Michigan primary race.
None of the Republican candidates has ever run for — let alone been elected to — political office. All five sought Trump's endorsement and made criticism of Whitmer's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic central planks of their appeals to voters. They also agree on many other issues, opposing abortion rights and gun control and calling for more school choice and parental control over K-12 curricula.
Now, if Dixon's lead holds, "we look like political geniuses," Greene said Tuesday.
Dixon made national headlines when she said a 14-year-old girl, raped by her uncle, should be expected to carry the pregnancy to term.
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MINNEAPOLIS — Detroit Tigers right-hander Matt Manning didn't have the most spectacular performance in his return from the injured list, but he worked through five innings, allowed three runs and exited with a one-run deficit.
The Tigers came back, though, winning 5-3 against the Minnesota Twins in the second of three games at Target Field. The offense backed Manning in the seventh with three runs in the inning.
Once again, the bullpen was lights out.
The Tigers (42-63) recorded seven hits and four walks with 13 strikeouts. Rookie center fielder Riley Greene and shortstop Javier Báez combined for four hits and three RBIs, but Greene struck out three times in his five at-bats.
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Facing Twins right-handed reliever Griffin Jax in the seventh, the Tigers had two runners on base with one out and produced the most successful stretch of plate appearances in a long time. Three consecutive RBI singles put the Tigers in front, 5-3.
Akil Baddoo singled on a full-count slider and Greene singled on a 1-0 changeup. Righty Trevor Megill replaced Jax, but that move didn't slow down Báez, who singled on Megill's first-pitch curveball.
Before Tuesday's win, the Tigers traded right-handed reliever Michael Fulmer to the Twins.
The transaction, from one clubhouse to the other at Target Field, didn't stop four Tigers relievers — right-hander Jason Foley, left-hander Andrew Chafin, righty Joe Jiménez and lefty closer Gregory Soto — from keeping the Twins scoreless over the final four innings.
Foley had the most trouble in the sixth inning.
He facing two runners on with one out but escaped trouble after a mound visit from manager A.J. Hinch. Hinch provided instructions, and Foley needed just two pitches to induce an inning-ending double play.
Soto notched his 20th save in 22 chances.
Manning the ship
Pitching in MLB for the first time since April 16, Manning allowed two runs in the third inning and one run in the fifth. The Twins tallied five hits and four walks against him, only striking out once.
In the third inning, Jorge Polanco struck out swinging on a slider below the strike zone. The best pitch in Manning's arsenal was his slider, which recorded four of only five swings and misses.
The 24-year-old, returning from a right shoulder injury, worked around a walk in the first inning and a walk and a single in the second before the Twins scored two runs in the third. Mark Contreras opened the frame with a solo home run right field off Manning's changeup.
It was Contreras' first career MLB homer.
The next two batters — Luis Arraez (first-pitch single) and Carlos Correa (four-pitch walk) — reached safely. Jose Miranda loaded the bases by reaching on a fielder's choice, as third baseman Jeimer Candelario missed the tag with Arraez sliding into the hot corner.
A sacrifice fly from Nick Gordon put the Twins ahead 2-0. Baddoo, the left fielder, didn't help his starting pitcher after catching the shallow fly ball. He threw to the first-base side of home plate, making catcher Eric Haase late to the plate in his attempt to tag a diving Arraez.
In the fifth inning, the Tigers tied the score, 2-2, only for Manning to put the Tigers behind again. Correa led off the bottom of the fifth with a walk, and Jorge Polanco followed with a single to put runners on the corners.
Pitching coach Chris Fetter appeared for a mound visit.
After a mound visit from pitching coach Chris Fetter and a Miranda ground out, Nick Gordon flied into a sacrifice double play. Right fielder Will Castro caught the ball for the second out, but his throw home didn't beat Correa. But Haase ended the inning when he threw the ball to Báez, who tagged out Miranda at second base.
For his 78 pitches (43 strikes), Manning used 37 four-seam fastballs (47%), 22 sliders (28%), 10 two-seam fastballs (13%), five curveballs (6%) and four changeups (5%). Relying primarily on two pitches — fastball and slider — impacted Manning's chances of racking up whiffs.
He didn't record any swings and misses or called strikes with his curveball and changeup.
Tigers get the best of Archer this time
The Tigers scored their first two runs in the fifth and chased Twins right-hander Chris Archer from his 18th start.
A one-out RBI double from Jonathan Schoop scored Castro (walk) and forced Archer's departure. The Twins replaced him with right-handed reliever Jovani Moran, who allowed a two-out RBI double to Greene to tie the game.
Archer allowed two runs on two hits and three walks with eight strikeouts in 4⅓ innings, throwing 49 of 77 pitches for strikes. The 33-year-old, a 10-year MLB veteran, has posted solid efforts against the Tigers three times this season, also doing so May 23 (one run in four innings) and June 2 (one run in five innings).
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People who skip voting in primaries could take a lesson from Macomb County.
Districts of all kinds across Michigan tend to lean to one party or the other, and fully 11 seats out of a total of 13 in Macomb County were poised to be decided in Tuesday’s races for the Board of Commissioners.
In other words, voting in November’s general election is unlikely to change much of what happened this week in the county whose politics are increasingly watched nationwide.
Drawing high curiosity in Macomb County is a primary challenge to incumbent county commissioner Mai Xiong, of Warren, a Democrat elected to her first term on the county board in 2020. Xiong owns a Hmong-American apparel brand with a storefront in Warren, is a strong proponent of small business, and was recently named a 2022 Fellow for the Michigan Political Leadership Program at Michigan State University.
Yet, Xiong faced a strong challenge in Tuesday’s Democratic primary from real-estate salesperson Donna Kaczor Caumartin, whose Facebook page shows Kaczor Caumartin posing in numerous photos with Macomb County’s political leader for Democrats, County Executive Mark Hackel. And Hackel even appeared in a video saying he was “knocking on doors for Donna.” The winner this week is almost sure to prevail in November in the county commission’s decidedly blue 11th District.
That deep blue in the 11th is an increasing rarity in Macomb County, where the long-term trend is to red. This fall, the tilt should be more evident than ever, following a redistricting engineered by a Republican-dominated panel. Macomb’s charter calls for that panel to be comprised of the county prosecutor, county clerk, county treasurer and the chairpersons of each major party's countywide organization. Thanks to recent election results, many more of those offices are in GOP hands, letting Republicans decide how to draw districts that favor their candidates.
Still, there are exceptions that will keep some Democrats on the county board. In District 3, incumbent Veronica Klinefelt, of Eastpointe, stepped down to run for the newly drawn state Senate District 11. What had been her district is no longer, Klinefelt said.
“The county district that is now my district is District 13, and it’s pretty thoroughly Democratic. Whichever Democrat wins that district (in the primary), I believe, will win in November,” she said.
Her open seat attracted a spirited race among three Democrats. The early leader was Sarah Ann Lucido, a veteran councilmember in Eastpointe. Also vying were Robert Roscoe, a school board member in Eastpointe; and Courtney Flynn, a newcomer to politics who has worked for the county board of commissioners as a spokeswoman.
In decades of prior primaries, countywide results were complete within two hours. But vote counting was seriously lagging Tuesday night. That happened because Macomb County changed its election protocol, hoping to counteract the fears of rigged results, Klinefelt said.
“Because the election deniers were demanding audits and were afraid of people hacking into the system, out of an abundance of caution our county clerk is requiring all of the local clerks to drive their results to the county offices” in Mt. Clemens, she said.
“Everything is taking much longer,” Klinefelt said at midnight Tuesday. | 2022-08-03T06:00:46Z | www.freep.com | Macomb County primaries could decide results in many districts | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/macomb/2022/08/03/macomb-county-primary-election-results/10222141002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/macomb/2022/08/03/macomb-county-primary-election-results/10222141002/ |
Trump-backed John Gibbs leading Peter Meijer in GOP primary for west Michigan district
A candidate backed by former President Donald Trump is leading an incumbent Republican who voted to impeach Trump in 2021, a potential signal the former president's influence remains strong with GOP voters in west Michigan.
John Gibbs, a former Housing and Urban Development appointee, held a six-point lead over incumbent U.S. Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Grand Rapids Township in the Republican primary for Michigan's 3rd Congressional District, according to unofficial results as of around 1 a.m. Wednesday. With around 65% of The Associated Press' expected vote tallied, Gibbs led 52.9% to Meijer's 47.1%, a lead of around 5,000 votes.
The Associated Press had not called the race as of 1:15 a.m.
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Gibbs declared victory on social media, tweeting that he spoke over the phone with Trump.
Meijer, a freshman representative whose family owns the grocery store chain of the same name, was one of 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump after the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Trump frequently targeted Meijer during rallies and in statements, calling on Republican voters to choose Gibbs.
Meijer's impeachment vote drove at least one voter to support Gibbs — Pam Wilson, who voted a church in a Grand Rapids suburb, said she didn't agree with Meijer's actions in office, impeachment chief among them.
Gibbs landed an endorsement from Trump last November, but was largely unable to turn that into major fundraising success — Meijer's campaign consistently reported higher fundraising hauls in campaign finance reports.
The Gibbs campaign was given a boost from an unlikely backer — the campaign arm for House Democrats, which spent $425,000 on ads labelling Gibbs as "too conservative" leading up to Election Day. The move was seen as an effort to damage Meijer, who criticized the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's spending in the district.
"That is something that we are not willing to accept when it comes to that degree of influence, that degree of meddling," Meijer said, shortly after casting his ballot in Grand Rapids Tuesday morning.
Gibbs brushed off the DCCC's involvement, telling reporters Tuesday morning in Byron Township his campaign's groundwork in connecting to voters would be the difference in the race.
"I don't know what they're doing or not doing, it really doesn't matter to me," Gibbs said. "I think we're ahead anyway."
If Gibbs ultimately wins the Republican slot in the district, he will face Democrat Hillary Scholten in the November general election. Scholten is a former Obama-era Justice Department attorney who ran against Meijer in 2020, losing by 6 percentage points. The 3rd Congressional District has since been redrawn, which could benefit Scholten.
The district is based around Grand Rapids, and also contains the cities of Muskegon, Grand Haven and other parts of Muskegon and Ottawa counties.
Head: Trump-backed John Gibbs ousts Peter Meijer in Republican primary for west Michigan district | 2022-08-03T06:00:52Z | www.freep.com | Trump-backed John Gibbs leading Peter Meijer in Republican primary | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/03/michigan-3rd-congressional-district-results-john-gibbs-peter-meijer/10201653002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/03/michigan-3rd-congressional-district-results-john-gibbs-peter-meijer/10201653002/ |
Sniff the air at Comerica Park during game days and special events and you might get a whiff of the signature barbecue of a well-known Eastern Market joint.
A single weekend pop-up of tasty barbecue in June at Comerica Park from the legendary Bert's Marketplace appears to have been a hit.
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Bert's Marketplace concession stand will now be around for the rest of the season during weekend Detroit Tigers ballgames and special events at Comerica Park. The stand is located near the Fly Ball Ferris Wheel.
“It’s amazing. It’s a really good time,” Jai Dearing, owner and son of the founder of the 57-year-old Detroit-based family business, said in a news release. “You can smell the barbecue everywhere in the park.”
Bert's Marketplace is the first Black-owned barbecue concession stand at Comerica Park.
On the menu is Bert's famous and huge Oh My Good Burger. The 1-pound sirloin patty is grilled and then topped with Bert's Marketplace pulled pork that has been marinated in its signature barbecue sauce.
Also on its ballpark menu are Bert's smoked barbecue ribs, slow smoked pulled pork sandwiches, sides of mac and cheese, baked beans and cole slaw.
For sausage lovers, there's Bert's spicy Kickn' Chicken sausage served on a bun with onions. The sausage is from Safari Meats, a Detroit-based, Black-owned meat processor. Dearing also sources the spicy Red Hot sausages, served with onions on a bun, from Dearborn Sausage. Both offerings are exclusive to Bert's stand.
Bert's Marketplace has been in Detroit for decades. In the Eastern Market district, Bert's Marketplace entertainment complex is on Russell Street and includes a restaurant, jazz and comedy clubs. The restaurant's food offerings not only have its famous barbecue items but its signature soul food and fried chicken dishes. Bert's fried chicken is based on Aretha Franklin's fried chicken recipe, tweaks and guidance on making it, according to the Dearing family.
Bert's Marketplace made its debut during the 20th annual Negro Leagues Weekend at Comerica Park, according to Ilitch Sports + Entertainment.
Upcoming dates for other Black-owned businesses new to Comerica Park are Breadless (Aug. 5-7), Shell Shock'd Tacos (Aug. 19-21) and Yum Village (Sept. 2-4 and Sept. 30-Oct. 1). | 2022-08-03T10:43:20Z | www.freep.com | Bert's Marketplace now has a spot inside Detroit's Comerica Park | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/08/03/berts-marketplace-now-has-spot-inside-detroits-comerica-park/10206706002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/08/03/berts-marketplace-now-has-spot-inside-detroits-comerica-park/10206706002/ |
Democratic rising star Mallory McMorroweasily handled her primary opponent, winning a metro Detroit state Senate seat in one of the few races involving two incumbent lawmakers after the redistricting process.
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Since then she's raised more than $1 million for her own campaign, other Michigan Democrats and Democrats around the country. She's vowed to use those funds to improve the chances that Democrats take control of at least the upper chamber in Lansing.
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More:Voters generally satisfied with change to redistricting process, poll shows | 2022-08-03T14:57:18Z | www.freep.com | Mallory McMorrow wins Michigan 8th Senate District primary race | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/03/mallory-mcmorrow-michigan-senate-primary-election-result-marshall-bullock/10211212002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/03/mallory-mcmorrow-michigan-senate-primary-election-result-marshall-bullock/10211212002/ |
More than half of Michigan Lottery prizes over $100,000 won in July were on Fantasy 5 tickets, according to the Michigan Lottery.
Fantasy 5 winners accounted for eight of the 14 prizes of $100,000 or more won last month. The top Fantasy 5 prize was worth $194,892.
The top prize overall last month was a Jackpot Slots ticket worth $1.18 million. It was sold at a Wesco gas station in New Era located on Michigan's west side. The second largest prize was won on a Triple Million instant ticket. It was worth $1 million and purchased by a Detroit man in Pontiac.
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Here's a look at all the big winners in July. | 2022-08-03T15:45:08Z | www.freep.com | Michigan Lottery: Where top prizes won in July were sold | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/03/michigan-lottery-top-prizes-july/10224152002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/03/michigan-lottery-top-prizes-july/10224152002/ |
Metro Detroiters are in for a scorching hot, muggy day Wednesday before strong storms barrel through the region in the afternoon and evening.
A high of 94 degrees is expected, according to the National Weather Service in White Lake. The high humidity will make it feel as if the temperature is over 100 degrees. A heat advisory is in effect for southern Michigan until 8 p.m.
Starting this afternoon, severe weather will move into the region, bringing with it large hail and damaging winds, the agency said. The storms are expected to last until midnight.
Temperatures are expected to drop into the mid-80s on Thursday, the agency said, but the heat will return this weekend with highs close to the 90s.
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The weather service suggests making sure to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning where possible and make sure to prep for the upcoming storms.
The hottest day of the year so far happened June 21 when the high reached 96 degrees. | 2022-08-03T16:54:44Z | www.freep.com | Metro Detroit forecast: Searing heat, heavy rain, strong winds | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/03/metro-detroit-forecast-temperature-heat-rain-storms-severe-winds/10223585002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/03/metro-detroit-forecast-temperature-heat-rain-storms-severe-winds/10223585002/ |
MINNEAPOLIS — Once again, the Detroit Tigers' offense didn't do enough.
The Minnesota Twins, on the other hand, weren't consistently productive but still did enough in the batter's box — thanks to new catcher Sandy Leon's two-RBI performance — to hand the Tigers a 4-1 loss in Wednesday's series finale at Target Field.
The Tigers (42-64) dropped two of three games in the series.
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Detroit's offense, averaging a league-worst 3.21 runs per game, finished with four hits (all singles), one walk and 14 strikeouts. Utility player Harold Castro was responsible for three hits, his ninth game this season with that many hits.
But Castro's teammates couldn't pushed him across home plate.
The Tigers' final hit was Castro's one-out single in the sixth inning.
Right-hander Michael Fulmer, traded from the Tigers to the Twins shortly before Tuesday's deadline, pitched the sixth inning for his new team. The Twins needed the ex-Tiger to protect a one-run advantage.
Fulmer did just that.
To end the sixth, Fulmer picked off Castro trying to steal second base. He also got Javier Báez to groundout and Eric Haase to strike out on three pitches — slider, sinker and slider.
Stung in the second
Left-hander Tyler Alexander, making his second start since returning to the starting rotation, allowed two runs on two hits and one walk with five strikeouts over five innings. The Twins scored both runs in the second inning.
Jose Miranda singled and Nick Gordon walked before Leon stepped into the batter's box with two outs for his first plate appearance with the Twins. Leon drove Alexander's cutter into the left-field corner for a two-run double and Minnesota's 2-0 lead.
After Leon's double, Alexander retired the final 10 batters he faced.
He struck out two — Miranda (slider) and Nick Gordon (changeup) — in the fourth and two — Jake Cave (two-seam fastball) and Mark Contreras (changeup) — in the fifth. He also struck out Contreras (slider) in the second.
For his 66 pitches (47 strikes), Alexander tossed 23 four-seam fastballs (35%), 14 cutters (21%), 13 changeups (20%), nine sliders (14%) and seven two-seam fastballs (11%). He recorded 12 swings and misses, including four with his changeup.
Right-handed reliever Jose Cisnero replaced Alexander for the sixth and immediately created a mess when he walked Byron Buxton on four pitches before a wild pitch moved the runner up to second base.
Carlos Correa put the Twins ahead 3-1 with an RBI single to center field.
The Twins tacked on their fourth run in the eighth inning. Right-handed reliever Derek Law loaded the bases with one out for his second jam in as many appearances for the Tigers this season. Gio Urshela's sacrifice fly made it 4-1, but Law struck out Gordon with a curveball to strand two runners in scoring position.
No average Joe
Opposing Alexander, rookie right-hander Joe Ryan carved up the Tigers.
The 26-year-old allowed one run on three hits with nine strikeouts, without allowing a walk, across five innings. Ryan threw 78 pitches (63 strikes), but 79% of them were four-seam fastballs. Of those 62 fastballs, the Tigers swung at 41 of them: 16 misses, 19 fouls and six balls in play.
Ryan's four-seamer averaged 92.2 mph and generated 16 of his 18 swings and misses.
The Tigers scored their lone run off Ryan in the fifth inning, but they didn't have to work for the run. Ryan plunked two batters — Willi Castro and Tucker Barnhart — before Riley Greene's two-out RBI single on a fastball.
With runners on the corners, Victor Reyes struck out swinging for the final out of Ryan's 17th start this season. | 2022-08-03T20:36:54Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers stumped by Twins' deadline pickups in 4-1 loss | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/03/detroit-tigers-score-minnesota-twins/10226803002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/03/detroit-tigers-score-minnesota-twins/10226803002/ |
Earth completes fastest rotation ever, shortest day in history on June 29
The days are indeed getting shorter: Earth had its shortest day ever recorded on June 29, with the day ending 1.59 milliseconds sooner than usual, according to the National Physical Laboratory in England.
The Earth has been experiencing many short days recently: in 2020, Earth experienced the 28 shortest days in recorded history. Just last month, July 26 was 1.5 milliseconds shorter than usual.
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If the Earth's rotation continues to speed up, it's possible there could be a need for a "negative leap second" at the end of the year, meaning we would skip one second. Leap seconds have been added in the past; first leap second was added was in 1972, and they're typically added in June or December. | 2022-08-03T21:24:28Z | www.freep.com | Earth completes fastest rotation ever recorded in history on June 29 | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/03/earth-completes-fastest-rotation-ever-recorded-history-june-29/10227275002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/03/earth-completes-fastest-rotation-ever-recorded-history-june-29/10227275002/ |
The 2022 Bentley Flying Spur plug-in hybrid is a $210,000 declaration that the tradition-steeped brand will honor its century-old roots as the performance-driven luxury brand transitions from gasoline to electric power.
Combining the latest powertrain technology with handcrafted luxury and topping it all with an LED-lit, motorized version of the Flying B hood ornament that debuted in the 1920s, the Flying Spur stakes out a unique spot among ultra-sedans: Equally satisfying to drive as be driven in, dripping with Old World charm but simultaneously boasting the modern efficiency and convenience of driver aids.
The Flying Spur is the first plug-in hybrid Bentley’s sold in the United States. The EPA rates it at up to 21 miles in electric mode and 430 in total electric and gasoline range.
The Flying Spur plug-in hybrid, or PHEV, gets its power from a twin-turbo 2.9L V6 combined with a 100 kW (134 horsepower) electric motor. That’s a tiny powerplant by Bentley’s standards, but it delivers 0-60 mph in 4.1 seconds according to Bentley’s official figures, 3.9 seconds when tested by Car and Driver magazine.
Other features unique to the PHEV include "Hybrid" badges on the front fenders and sill plates, quad oval exhaust pipes, 15.8kWh lithium-ion battery and charging port on the left rear fender. It takes about three hours to charge the battery at 240 volts, the current most common to home chargers.
The added battery and motor don’t reduce passenger or luggage space.
All-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission are standard on all Flying Spurs.
The PHEV’s total power output is 536 horsepower and 533 pound-feet of torque. It is by far the most fuel- efficient member of the Flying Spur family, which also includes a 542-hp twin-turbo V8 and 626-hp 12-cylinder model, which Bentley’s corporate parent VW calls a W12.
According to EPA estimates, the PHEV reduces energy consumption more than 50% from the V8 or W12, saving owners $1,700 to $2,300 a year.
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That’s chicken feed for Bentley owners. More likely peacock feed for the estate, but you get the picture.
Prices for the PHEV start at $210,600. Other than its hybrid system and modest exterior flourishes, it’s similar to the rest of the Flying Spur family, which is to say exquisite.
Prices for the V8 begin at $208,225, while the W12 starts at $236,025.
The top PHEV model, the Mulliner, starts at $291,600. All prices exclude $2,725 destination charge.
The auto buzzwords "nicely equipped" seem a bit ludicrous at this point, but Bentley’s all about customization and choice. Boxes checked on the PHEV I tested include:
Mulliner Driving package: 22-inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels; Jetline II light-blue paint; diamond-quilted seats and doors; embroidered Bentley emblems; heated, hide-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel; leather headliner; piano black trim with dark stained burr walnut; sport pedals.
Touring package: adaptive cruise control, head-up display; lane-keeping assist and alert; night vision; traffic assist.
Nami audio: 19 speakers with lighted grilles, 2,200 watts, two bass transducers, 21-channel amp, eight sound modes.
Styling package: front splitter, rear diffuser, trunk-mounted lip spoiler, and Bentley branded side sills, all in high-gloss carbon fiber with mirror-matched weave.
Rotating display in dashboard
Black gloss exterior trim
Front and rear seat center console
My test car stickered at about $279,000.
While there are other cars in the Flying Spur PHEV’s price range, the Bentley’s combination of luxury, enthusiast appeal, technology and sheer physical and visual presence stands alone.
Bentley is unique among large utra-luxury brands because many of its owners expect to drive as well as be driven. The Flying Spur’s rear seat — especially with the second row center console in my test car — has the room, comfort and features of a chauffeured vehicle, but the car also is fun and engaging to drive.
Even when the battery no longer has enough power to run the car in EV mode, the hybrid system delivers plenty of power for confident acceleration and fast cruising.
That’s no mean feat. A 209.3-inch-long sedan that weighs 5,323 pounds, the Flying Spur PHEV approaches the turf of three-row full-size SUVs like a short-wheelbase Lincoln Navigator.
For those not satisfied by 0-60 sprints, Bentley says the Flying Spur PHEV reaches 100 mph in 9.5 seconds and has a top speed of 177 mph.
The driver can select regular hybrid mode, EV only mode or gasoline-only mode.
The Flying Spur’s air suspension absorbs bumps from the roughest pavement, but stiffens for control and stability at high speeds and around curves. Carefully tuned steering and brakes make it easy to forget how big and heavy the sedan is.
Style, inside and out
In addition to its spacious rear seat — fully adjustable and climate controlled, natch — the Flying Spur’s front seat is roomy and provides plenty of space for phones, cups, etc. A multitude of small buttons lengthens the learning curve for climate, sunroof and other controls, but they eventually become intuitive. Bentley’s signature organ-stops to open and close vents remain, as does the art nouveau “B” atop the shifter.
In the middle of the dashboard, a three-sided rotating panel displays a touch screen, trio of gauges or simple panel of wood, at the driver’s preference.
Jetline II paint, a light blue shading toward mauve, made the big car look lithe, an impression strengthened by knife creases in the aluminum panels of the front and rear fenders. Gloss black trim including the grille, windows, doors, lights, tailpipes, trunk and hood further offset any impression of bulk.
In the crowning touch, the Flying B hood ornament that’s been a Bentley signature for nearly a century can be set to rise from the hood when the car is unlocked and disappear when locked. The mascot’s diaphanous wings illuminate with the car’s lights. The hood ornament is invisible from the driver’s seat, but greets owners every time they approach the Flying Spur.
2022 Bentley Flying Spur PHEV at a glance
Base price: $210,600 (all prices exclude destination charge)
All-wheel drive, four- or five-seat large luxury plug-in hybrid sedan
Price as tested: $279,000 (est.)
Engine: 2.9L bi-turbo V6
Electric motor: 100 kW (134 hp)
Total output: 536 hp; 533 pound-feet of torque
EPA fuel economy estimate: 21 mile battery range, 19 mpg combined city/highway fuel economy in mixed electric/gasoline mode. Premium gasoline.
Cargo volume: 12 cubic feet
Assembled in Crewe, England | 2022-08-04T12:15:53Z | www.freep.com | 2022 Bentley Flying Spur plug-in hybrid sedan mixes past and future | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/mark-phelan/2022/08/04/2022-bentley-flying-spur-plug-hybrid-sedan/10209073002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/mark-phelan/2022/08/04/2022-bentley-flying-spur-plug-hybrid-sedan/10209073002/ |
Think about that one: An easy $10 on a small $100 investment. Or an easy $1,000 on $10,000. But it's important to take time to understand the ins-and-outs of I Bonds.
Sharif said it would not be surprising to see a monthly change in July where that reading close to zero.
And billions more likely will be sold given the level of inflation — and possible headline grabbing numbers for I Bonds in November.
The next six-month rate for I Bonds is unknown. But Pederson estimates that the rate could be 9.86% if inflation slows down a bit from here. That new rate would apply to I Bonds bought bought from Nov. 1 through April 30, 2023, and to older bonds as they adjust.
Most people had never heard of I Bonds until roughly a year or so ago, once inflation began heating up following the supply chain disruptions and federal economic relief efforts during the COVID pandemic.
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Some savers might be able add an additional $5,000 in a year if they choose to direct a federal income tax refund toward I Bonds. But you need to do so when you're filing a tax return and you'd file Form 8888 with the return. You can get paper bonds only if you direct a tax refund toward I Bonds. | 2022-08-04T12:16:05Z | www.freep.com | Why I Bond rates could go higher as inflation sizzles in 2022 | https://www.freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2022/08/04/why-bond-rates-could-go-higher-inflation-sizzles-2022/10204421002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2022/08/04/why-bond-rates-could-go-higher-inflation-sizzles-2022/10204421002/ |
Donovan Fobbs
Providing food, clothing and help to people in need has been the cornerstone of Pastor Absalom Hamilton's ministry since he founded his church, Kingdom Living Ministries, in 2006.
Hamilton and members of his church will continue their tradition of community outreach on Saturday during the 16th annual ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day.
The mission of ARISE Detroit! is to unite groups throughout community and encourage volunteerism to build a better Detroit. Neighborhoods Day brings churches, schools and nonprofit organizations together to host events that range from busting blight to passing out school supplies.
This year, Neighborhoods Day will host more than a hundred events including art festivals, concerts, vaccination drives and book giveaways.
“There are really not that many cities doing what we're doing, especially on such a grand scale with so many organizations and participants," ARISE Detroit! Executive Director Luther Keith said. "We are giving people hope and bridging the communities across Detroit by having something like Neighborhoods Day."
Hamilton and members of Kingdom Living Ministries, located on Detroit's northeast side, plan to pass out clothing and provide a lunch of grilled hot dogs, potato chips and soft drinks to people in need. Congregants also plan to clean up the neighborhood around the church in the area of Gratiot and Pelkey near McNichols.
"Neighborhoods Day is an opportunity to fulfill what we read in the scriptures and do everything we can to help those who are in need," Hamilton said. "Whether its giving away school supplies or setting up a doctors appointment, Neighborhoods Day is another day our ministry can help those in our community."
Kingdom Living Ministries has participated in Neighborhoods Day since its inception in 2006. This year they are joined by Greater Harvest Ministries, which is hosting an event with activities for kids and a cleanup on the west side of Detroit and the East Outer Drive Block Association, which plans to plant and water flowers along the median of East Outer Drive between Van Dyke and Sherwood streets on the east side.
“On this day Detroiters from different ethnicities and economic backgrounds can all stand together and decide to do all they can to make Detroit a better city,” Keith said.
To attend or volunteer for a Neighborhoods Day event go to www.arisedetroit.org.
Donovan Fobbs is a Detroit Free Press Summer Apprentice. | 2022-08-04T12:16:11Z | www.freep.com | ARISE Detroit! hosts 16th annual Neighborhoods Day event | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/04/arise-detroit-hosts-16th-annual-neighborhoods-day-event/10224765002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/04/arise-detroit-hosts-16th-annual-neighborhoods-day-event/10224765002/ |
Michigan's August primary — the first statewide election since 2020 — served as a first test of the enduring strength of former President Donald Trump among conservatives in a key midterm election year in the battleground state.
Heading into the primary, Trump issued a bevy of endorsements, backing candidates who have embraced his false claims that the last election was stolen from him. While he stayed out of the crowded field in the GOP gubernatorial primary for most of the campaign, he weighed in with a last-minute endorsement of Tudor Dixon, the Norton Shores businesswoman and former conservative TV commentator.
The vast majority of candidates who received Trump's backing had an easy path to victory in their primaries.
But he also supported candidates running against sitting Republican lawmakers seeking reelection in the state Legislature, pitting GOP incumbents against formidable challengers in solidly Republican districts. Trump has so far endorsed more state legislative candidates in Michigan than any other state.
Here's how Trump's picks fared in the primary Tuesday.
Dixon won the GOP gubernatorial primary. The Associated Press called the election for Dixon at about 9:45 p.m. Tuesday. She led the five-candidate field with 51% of the vote with about 98% of the vote counted, according to unofficial results. Despite pleas from some Republicans to stay out of the race, Trump announced his support of Dixon with a late endorsement the Friday before Election Day.
Trump had largely stayed silent in the race throughout a bitter primary campaign that saw the GOP candidates vying to unseat Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer trying prove their staunch support of the former president to Republican voters. Political analysts had long billed Trump's endorsement in the race as key to emerging as the winner among a crowded field of candidates without a clear frontrunner.
Trump has also weighed in on the other two statewide races that will be on the November ballot, endorsing Republicans Kristina Karamo for secretary of state and Matt DePerno for attorney general.
Both have embraced Trump's false claims that the 2020 election was rife with widespread fraud and hope to unseat the Democratic incumbents Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Attorney General Dana Nessel.
The pair received the endorsement of the Michigan GOP and are expected to receive the party's nomination at a convention later this month.
GOP congressional primaries
The GOP congressional primary between U.S. Rep. Peter Meijer, R-Grand Rapids, and John Gibbs of Byron Center, was the only one in which Trump endorsed the challenger to a Republican member of Michigan's congressional delegation running for reelection.
During the campaign, Gibbs — a former Trump administration official who worked in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development — zeroed in on Meijer's vote to impeach Trump for inciting the Jan. 6 insurrection.
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Gibbs won the primary against Meijer and will face Democrat Hillary Scholten, who ran unopposed in her party's primary. He led Meijer 52%-48% with about 99% of the votes counted, per unofficial election results.
Scholten lost to Meijer by just under six percentage points in 2020. The newly drawn 3rd congressional district that pairs Democratic-leaning Grand Rapids and Muskegon is much more competitive than the district Meijer currently represents.
John James was the second non-incumbent GOP congressional candidate endorsed by Trump. James won his Republican primary Tuesday. He received 86% of the vote with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press. He previously lost two campaigns to represent Michigan in the U.S. Senate but could have a chance to serve in Congress if he wins the election this fall to represent voters in a new competitive congressional district that includes part of Macomb County along with Rochester and Rochester Hills.
Trump-backed GOP incumbents easily won their primaries Tuesday, according to the Associated Press. They include U.S. Reps. Jack Bergman, R-Watersmeet; Bill Huizenga, R-Holland Township; Lisa McClain, R-Bruce Township; John Moolenaar, R-Midland and Tim Walberg, R-Tipton.
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GOP state legislative primaries
Trump endorsed three challengers to sitting state lawmakers seeking reelection. Only one succeeded in defeating the GOP incumbent.
17th state Senate GOP primary: Trump-backed Jonathan Lindsey defeated state Sen. Kim LaSata, R-Niles in this southern border district that includes part of Hillsdale County and extends west through Berrien County. Lindsey led LaSata 61%-39% with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press.
22nd state Senate GOP primary: Trump-backed Mike Detmer lost his primary against state Sen. Lana Theis, R-Brighton in this solidly Republican district that encompasses all of Livingston County and parts of surrounding counties. Theis led Detmer 58%-42% with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press.
88th state House GOP primary: State Rep. Greg VanWoerkom, R-Norton Shores won his primary against Trump-backed Mick Bricker. VanWoerkom led Bricker 63%-37% with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press.
State Rep. Matt Maddock, R-Milford, an avid Trump ally who is vying to serve as the next GOP leader in the state House was the only incumbent who received the former president's endorsement. He ran unopposed in his party's primary in a district that spans western Oakland County.
Trump also weighed in on a number of GOP primaries without incumbents. One of his picks – Jon Rocha – was disqualified and never made the primary ballot. But three of his picks won their races Tuesday:
43rd state House GOP primary: Trump-endorsed Rachelle Smit won her GOP primary in this west Michigan district that includes parts of Allegan, Barry and Eaton counties. Smit led the four-candidate GOP primary field with 50% of the vote, with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press.
63rd state House GOP primary: Jacky Eubanks, who received Trump's endorsement last year, lost her GOP primary. She caught Trump's attention after she undertook a door-to-door canvassing effort that tried and failed to document voter fraud in the 2020 presidential election in Macomb County, according to officials. Eubanks is running for election in a district that includes parts of Macomb and St. Clair counties. Eubanks received 29% of the vote in the three-candidate primary, with 99% of the votes compiled by the Associated Press.
71st state House GOP primary: Trump-endorsed Kevin Rathbun lost his GOP primary in this district that includes parts of Genesee, Saginaw and Shiawassee counties. Brian BeGole won the primary, leading Rathbun 37%-46% with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press.
79th state House GOP primary: Angela Rigas, who received Trump's endorsement last year, won her party's primary in a west Michigan district that includes parts of Allegan, Barry and Kent counties. Rigas led the three-candidate field with 59% with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press.
99th state House GOP primary: Trump-endorsed Mike Hoadley won his party's primary in this district that includes all of Arenac, Iosco, Ogemaw and parts of Bay, Clare and Gladwin counties. Hoadley led the four-candidate field with 58%, with 99% of the votes reported, according to unofficial results compiled by the Associated Press. | 2022-08-04T12:16:29Z | www.freep.com | Trump endorsed candidates in Michigan primary: How Dixon, others fared | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/04/trump-endorsed-candidates-michigan-primary-election-tudor-dixon-gibbs/10206403002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/04/trump-endorsed-candidates-michigan-primary-election-tudor-dixon-gibbs/10206403002/ |
Radio: WXYT-FM (97.1) in Detroit (Tigers radio affiliates).
Starting pitchers: Tigers RHP Drew Hutchison (1-4, 4.53 ERA) vs. Rays LHP Jeffrey Springs, (3-3, 2.70 ERA).
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Game notes: Thursday night's opener between the Rays and Tigers showcases two teams that can see a light at the end of the tunnel. For the Rays, that light hopefully leads to a spot in the MLB postseason, as they're sitting in the final wild-card spot, ahead of four teams within three games entering Thursday. The Tigers, at 22 games under .500, are just looking to salvage any sort of pride in the last two months.
Even though the Tigers offense has been, well, less than stellar pretty much the entire season, "Hittin" Harold Castro collected three hits in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the Twins. Castro has reached base with a hit in 10 of his past 11 games, dating back to July 21.
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As families struggle to recover from deadly storms last week that flooded homes in eastern Kentucky, rescue workers will soon have Ford F-150 pickup trucks that provide much-needed power and transportation.
"There's 6- to 8-feet of floodwater in the homes," said Air Force veteran William Porter of Team Rubicon, a non-profit run by military veterans and first responders who run on-the-ground rescue missions for natural disasters and humanitarian crises.
The Ford trucks will provide power to volunteers working to get flood victims safely back in their homes in these days after water has subsided. The trucks have power outlets that can be used for lighting an area, running power tools or even making coffee for tired workers.
"For us, a truck will support five to seven 'grey shirts' who can usually get 10 to 15 families back in their homes per day," Porter told the Free Press.
For Team Rubicon, grey T-shirts worn by volunteers represent service and sacrifice.
Their focus now is Hazard, Kentucky.
Porter, the operations director for Team Rubicon, said rescue workers have set up in five counties southeast of Lexington, where the storms left people dead, missing, homeless and without power.
Ford Motor Company is shipping Thursday two all-electric F-150 Lightning Pro trucks and two F-150 PowerBoost Hybrid trucks to the flood zone. Rescue teams on the ground have assessed the situation, coordinating timing and delivery of relief workers and vehicles needed to support them. The company's charitable Ford Fund has stepped up its assistance with emergency relief in recent years with money and vehicles, Porter said.
Team Rubicon used Ford hybrid trucks during Hurricane Laura in Louisiana in 2020, too.
"A lot of times, electricity is scarce because power lines are down from a hurricane or tornado or flood waters," Porter said. "Ford has helped us with being able to generate power from the site and allow survivors to have a safe space to stay (at home) as opposed to a shelter. For Hurricane Ida, we were at the epicenter of the destruction in Laplace, near New Orleans, and we didn't have power for the first two weeks we were there."
Ford provided four trucks with onboard generators for Hurricane Ida rescue and relief in 2021, he said. "These trucks power our operations."
Military veterans strategically attack the problems, while assessing safety and security of all involved, Porter said. This is about quickly running supplies and equipment and strike teams. Storms take out electricity service in some areas while, in other areas, it's shut off for safety reasons.
"The efficiency of onboard generators means we can run everything longer and we need less downtime," Porter said "We can use the truck to power tools like the circular saws to rip out drywall, cabinets, carpeting. The truck provides electricity for work lights, fans."
Not needing to carry big, heavy generators to rescue sites is huge, he said.
"All companies definitely do not give us trucks. Ford is the first to my recollection," Porter said. "I just got word we're going to test out the all-electric trucks, which will be an opportunity for us as we look at ways to reduce our carbon footprint."
Hazard is key
Ford is shipping four pickups to Tim Short Ford in Hazard, Kentucky, which is near the center of the flooding. They'll stage relief from there for the Ford Fund's Disaster Response Community Partners, Team Rubicon and ToolBank, another non-profit founded by military veterans.
"One of our service department members lost his whole home," David Mitchell, new car sales manager at Tim Short Ford, told the Free Press Thursday. "We've had a lot of people affected here."
In addition to sending $250,000 worth of trucks, the Ford Fund is also partnering with the United Way of Kentucky to provide support for recovery and rebuilding in coming months, Mike Levine, Ford North America product communications director, told the Free Press.
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Ford is sending King Ranch and Platinum hybrids to eastern Kentucky because that's what's ready to go now. These pickups are made at the Dearborn Truck Plant and Rouge Electric Vehicle Center also in Dearborn.
Buffalo shootings, too
When the Ford team hears of a crisis or disaster through the press, from car dealers or alerts from disaster relief partners, the Ford Fund determines whether it can help, and almost always provides essential services for the underserved, said Jim Graham, manager of essential services at the Ford Fund.
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In Buffalo, New York after the deadly shootings at Tops in May faded from the headlines, the grocery remained closed for two months. Ford went in there to help, too.
"The food store was close to the Ford plant there," Graham said. "When that food store went down, the area became a food desert. We worked with the United Way and provided funding for food."
"We focus on long-term recovery," Graham said. "We are one of many players that come in. We want to be involved as a good community citizen, whether we have a plant there or not."
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The Ford Fund, which is not associated with the Ford Foundation, is a charitable arm of the automaker that provides access to critical services including basic needs and social justice to local, national and international communities. It had a budget of $74.4 million in 2021, according to the annual report. It has donated $2.2 billion since 1949.
Rapid response
Ford has had strong ties to veterans and veterans support, so working with Team Rubicon and Tool Bank is a natural fit, Graham said.
"They deploy their people immediately," he said. "Team Rubicon handles a disaster strategically, like they would with a military operation. These are specialized groups that clear out things and train people to do what they do."
Ford also sent vehicles when western Kentucky was hit with tornadoes in December.
Jim Baumbick, vice president, Ford Operations and New Model Launches, said in a statement to the Free Press, "Kentucky is home to so many Ford employees and customers ... It’s important to our team that we make a difference with recovery efforts. Inside Ford, we call it 'Ford Force' – sending these trucks to places where they can help like we did (making personal protection equipment) with Project Apollo fighting COVID."
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2 Michigan men die in plane crash near South Haven airport
The plane crashed around 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, South Haven Police Chief Natalie Thompson said, but the wreckage wasn't discovered until nearly 24 hours later. It was found about 1 mile from South Haven Regional Airport.
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The Lawton-area man was the plane's owner and the other man was his flight instructor, police said. | 2022-08-04T15:22:52Z | www.freep.com | Two Michigan men die in plane crash near South Haven airport | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/04/plane-crash-south-haven-airport-men-die/10233361002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/04/plane-crash-south-haven-airport-men-die/10233361002/ |
Nearly 1,000 ticket holders descended on downtown Detroit on Wednesday for an evening of restaurant wandering, sampling signature food and drinks to benefit charity.
Diners enjoyed herbed-crusted lamb chops, oversized meatballs with house marinara and truffle arancini (rice balls), and plenty more.
After a two-year absence because of the pandemic, EAT Detroit, a roaming culinary feast that benefits the underserved in Detroit, came back in a big way.
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At the dine-and-dash style event, patrons with wristbands could shuttle by bus or walk to participating restaurants and sample a host of signature dishes from some of Detroit's finest and most popular restaurants. And they could return again and again if they wanted. Each restaurant served at least three samplings and a drink.
This second annual EAT Detroit event was presented by the Somerset Collection, Michigan Center for Fertility and Women's Health, Artichoke Garlic Foundation, and hosted by Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press columnist.
The event was a benefit to help underserved Detroit citizens through the charitable programs of SAY Detroit, a nonprofit that Albom founded in 2006. Albom mirrored the event after attending chef José Andrés' Dine and N-Dash charity event in Washington, D.C.
There was something for everyone — from the Mediterranean to Italian to Cuban cuisines. The event also increased its footprint across the city with restaurants from Corktown to Midtown and New Center areas.
Albom said the turnout was fantastic and that many people came armed with umbrellas became of the rain and storms in the forecast.
"We are happy that we got this up and running after three years," he said. "People feel it's safe to be out again (at restaurants)."
Participants came hungry and were not disappointed. Though after about an hour into the event, the storms and rain rolled in. Several participating restaurants in the Corktown area closed after they lost power.
For this year's event, a handful more restaurants participated, including some of Detroit's newest and most popular like Barda, Supergeil, and Baobab — all named as Detroit Free Press Best New Restaurants. Tickets were limited to 1,000 because, Albom said, it made for a more "personal experience."
Of the 1,000 tickets, 750 were general admissions at $150 each and 250 were VIP tickets at $275. Nearly all sold out, according to event organizers.
Jim and Suzanne Adams made the drive from Romeo to attend and had VIP tickets. It was their first time at the event and both were excited to visit the restaurants.
"We heard about it on the radio and sounded like a great and interesting event," Jim Adams said. We were interested in visiting the Ghost Bar at the Whitney and the Shinola Hotel.
Sera O'Malley was attending the event for the first time with her husband, Dillon, and parents Joe and Hulya Petrillo, all of Plymouth.
"We like the cause, we love the food and we love Detroit," she said. "We heard how successful it was."
Joe Petrillo added that "It's a great way to try out all the restaurants in Detroit."
For the VIP ticket holders, the evening began with a reception in the Byrd Room at that Shinola Hotel with jazz music by Alexander Zonjic, full access to all the restaurants plus VIP-only spots at several of the restaurants. San Morello provided guests strolling appetizers of lamb meatballs, truffle arancini, and ricotta on semolina bread drizzled with hot honey and topped with garlic. At 9 p.m., a VIP dessert afterglow was set to take place at the Whitney.
Speaking to the VIP crowd, Albom called the event a "sign of resiliency."
"It's a sign that COVID can't keep us down and downturns in the restaurant business can't keep us down," he said. "And ultimately tonight it's going to be proved that weather won't keep us down."
Besides helping the needy, the event also was a way to support an industry decimated by the pandemic.
"See them, remember them and came back on another night," Albom encouraged guests.
At Baobab Fare, where they served coconut and spiced pilau rice, peanut stewed spinach and beans, Kaden Yates, the assistant manager said many people were trying the restaurant for the first time.
“It’s been great to allow people to try the restaurant for the first time. Many people said that it was the best food that they had all night and I’m glad that people get to try it and I’m sure they’ll come back to give it a second try.”
At Mootz Pizzeria, owner Dean Walters said the event was for a good cause.
"Mitch was here and that makes it special," Walters said.
Across all the venues was an army of volunteers, including some from the very charities that benefit from SAY Detroit.
Mary Carmen Muñoz, executive director from Latin Americans for Social and Economic Development, or La Sed, in Southwest Detroit volunteered at La Feria in Midtown, along with several other La Sed staff.
“SAY Detroit has supported for a few years now and we are very appreciative of that," Munoz said. "The least we can do is volunteer and give back.”
This year, for logistics sake, you chose the restaurant you wanted to start at and then moved on from that point. Shuttle buses efficiently shuttled patrons to and from designated restaurants.
Shuttle buses from Lavdas Limousines in Warren provided the transportation.
"When Mitch calls you, you answer and try to help him in any way that you can," Sharna Chereton, operations manager at Lavdas Limousines in Warren. "For an event like this, and taking care of his charity and the kids in the city is something we enjoy doing. We’ve got a great team and when they hear what it is, too, they all rally to do a great job.”
The evening raised nearly $200,000 for SAY Detroit charities, according to event organizers.
The event also honored the late Jack Aronson, founder of Garden Fresh salsa company and well-known and lauded for his work helping many local charities and feeding those in need.
Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press dining and restaurant critic, contributed to this report. | 2022-08-04T18:08:08Z | www.freep.com | EAT Detroit charity event chalks up another successful event | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/08/04/eat-detroit-charity-event-chalks-up-another-successful-event/10233648002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/08/04/eat-detroit-charity-event-chalks-up-another-successful-event/10233648002/ |
Dan Gilbert's mortgage company continues to feel the nationwide slowdown in the housing market.
In an effort to control costs, Rocket reduced expenses by about $300 million during the second quarter and is on pace to cut an additional $50 million to $150 million in the current quarter, Chief Financial Officer Julie Booth said during a late Thursday earnings call.
In April, Rocket began offering voluntary buyouts to hundreds of employees. The recent cost savings is coming in large part from those buyouts, plus reductions in marketing and vendor expenses.
Company officials did not say how many people opted for the buyouts.
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Kremlin: Whelan, Griner swap must be discussed without publicity
In an email to journalists Friday, David Whelan, Paul's brother, expressed sympathy for Griner.
"Hopefully, it is merely a terrible precursor to her freedom in the near future," he wrote, while also thanking the Biden administration and congressional leaders for expressions of support for his brother. "We hope the Biden Administration is able to bring the Russian government to an agreement that sees both Ms. Griner and Paul return home as soon as possible."
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Mayor Mike Duggan is pressuring city pensioners to accept a longer, 30-year repayment schedule of pension payments that were delayed during the bankruptcy under a new lawsuit.
Duggan’s administration filed the lawsuit on Wednesday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court requiring the Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS), which adopted a 20-year repayment plan, to accept a 30-year period instead when payments resume in July 2023.
The city was given a “pension holiday” break from payments to PFRS and the city's General Retirement System for nearly 10 years as part of a restructuring plan after the historic bankruptcy in 2013.
Due to actuarial mistakes in the bankruptcy Plan of Adjustment, accrued pension liabilities for the two legacy plans were understated by about $500 million, according to the lawsuit. To cushion the amount the city would have to repay in the 2024 fiscal year, the city created a Retiree Protection Trust fund. The city is expected to have paid in $445 million into the fund by June 2023.
The PFRS board opposes Duggan's 30-year schedule.
PFRS Chairman Dean Pincheck said that while the trust fund is seen as helpful to bolster pension payments, the board is adamant about a 20-year period.
“Trustees have heard from our actuarial and other financial advisors that have run numerous what-if scenarios based on multiple funding models including 30-year, 20-year and others," Pincheck said in a statement. "The 30-year model may be better for city budgets but is not in the best interest of retirees.”
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PFRS Spokesman Bruce Babiarz said pensioners will still receive their payments but the extension could affect the health of the fund in the future.
"There’s certain funding level requirements that it’s 60% funded and if they don’t put that money in early, they could risk certainly within 8-10 years of being underfunded by violating the state law and the Plan of Adjustment, and it could impact cost of living restoration that requires certain funding levels," Babiarz said.
The city did not immediately respond Friday morning to a request for comment.
During the mayor’s budget proposal in March, Duggan warned the city would have to slash the city budget to make the 20-year payments and would take the issue to bankruptcy court. If the bankruptcy ruling is unsuccessful, he plans to go to the state legislature for help, he said previously.
“We settled the bankruptcy case with these pension groups in the room agreeing to a 30-year amortization, which is a national standard,” Duggan said in March. “The Police and Fire board particularly didn’t want a 20-year amortization because it would’ve meant bigger pay cuts for police and firefighters.”
The city currently has $355 million in the fund for PFRS and General Retirement System beneficiaries and will add another $90 million this year.
The PFRS Board is a 16-member Board of Trustees, which oversees the $2.8 billion fund serving about 8,000 retired police and firefighters, and 3,000 active duty first-responders. | 2022-08-05T16:44:50Z | www.freep.com | Detroit sues to extend police and fire pension payments over 30 years | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/05/detroit-sues-extend-police-fire-pension-payments/10245518002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/05/detroit-sues-extend-police-fire-pension-payments/10245518002/ |
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With the closings of its shops at the Meijer stores, the chain is now down to two metro Detroit locations and one in Key West, Florida, based on the locations listed on its website. Messages left at Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company were not returned. Its roastery is in Bloomfield Hills. | 2022-08-05T18:50:29Z | www.freep.com | Great Lakes Coffee shops closing at Detroit, Royal Oak Meijer stores | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/08/05/great-lakes-coffee-closing-meijer-royal-oak-detroit/10246865002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/entertainment/dining/2022/08/05/great-lakes-coffee-closing-meijer-royal-oak-detroit/10246865002/ |
For the first time since Tommy Bridges in 1932, a Detroit Tigers pitcher completed four innings or fewer and conceded six walks or more without allowing a run.
That isn't a club Bryan Garcia wanted to join, but he became the fourth member of the club for the franchise on Friday in the second of four games against the Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park. Still, the ex-closer turned in another decent outing in his second career MLB start.
As Garcia escaped jams, his offense perked up for three runs across the first and second innings. But the Tigers couldn't avoid the consequences of the pitching staff's season-high 13 walks in a 5-3 loss in front of 21,547 fans.
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Rookie center fielder Riley Greene led the early offense for the Tigers (42-66) with a two-run home run — the third homer of his MLB career — to take a 3-0 lead in the second inning. He connected on a second-pitch two-seam fastball from Rays right-hander Corey Kluber and sent the ball over the wall in left-center field.
It was Greene's first opposite-field homer.
Kluber allowed three runs on seven hits, without allowing a walk, over his innings, throwing 65 of 84 pitches for strikes. He struck out five batters and produced 12 swings and misses, including five with his curveball.
The Tigers scored their first run in the first, opening with Greene's leadoff single. A one-out single from Javier Báez upped the pressure on Kluber, and with two outs, Jeimer Candelario delivered a two-strike RBI single for a 1-0 advantage.
After Victor Reyes' second-inning double, the Tigers had four batters reach safely throughout the remainder of the game.
Relief is wild
After Garcia, the Tigers' bullpen needed to get through the final five innings.
To do so, manager A.J. Hinch called on six relievers. In the process, though, the Rays scored five runs — including three in the eighth inning — to steal their second win in the series. Right-hander Joe Jiménez, who got the final out in the seventh, allowed three runs in the eighth without recording an out.
That included Jiménez uncharacteristically walking back-to-back batters.
Brandon Lowe then scored them both for a 4-3 lead on a double to right field, and he advanced to third base on the unsuccessful throw home. Ex-Tiger Isaac Paredes, traded to the Rays in April for outfielder Austin Meadows, upped Tampa Bay's lead to 5-3 with an ensuing RBI single to right field.
The Rays scored their first two runs in the fifth and sixth innings, with those runs charged to right-handers Will Vest and Jason Foley.
Facing Vest in the fifth, David Peralta drilled a two-out double for the first run. Left-hander Andrew Chafin replaced Foley with two runners on in the sixth, and on Chafin's first pitch, Lowe put a fastball into center field for an RBI single and the second run.
Left-handed closer Gregory Soto, in a non-save situation, pitched a scoreless ninth. He did not issue a walk.
Here's how the 13 walks were distributed: Garcia (six), Vest (three), Jiménez (three) and right-hander Jose Cisnero (one). Detroit's franchise record for walks in a nine-inning game is 15, which has happened twice.
Garcia gets along
Through two innings, Garcia had faced 10 batters and walked five of them.
He walked two batters in the first and three more in the second. His defense executed a double play after Lowe's leadoff walk in the first. A one-out single in the second from Randy Arozarena was erased when catcher Tucker Barnhart threw down to Báez to catch him trying to steal second base.
Then, Garcia walked three straight batters: Francisco Mejia, Roman Quinn and Taylor Walls. With the bases loaded, Lowe popped out in foul territory to end the inning. After two innings, Garcia had thrown 47 pitches.
But the 27-year-old retired six of the final seven batters he faced to complete four innings and end his outing. He walked six, gave up one hit and struck out three batters, throwing 36 of 72 pitches for strikes.
Garcia threw 41 two-seam fastballs, 17 changeups and 14 sliders, with his slider generating three of his four swings and misses. He has a 2.35 ERA over two starts this season, spanning 7⅔ innings. | 2022-08-06T03:36:53Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers walk 13 in 5-3 loss to Tampa Bay Rays | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/05/detroit-tigers-score-tampa-bay-rays/10253588002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/05/detroit-tigers-score-tampa-bay-rays/10253588002/ |
When: 6:10 p.m. Saturday. (Lou Whitaker's No. 1 will be retired in a pregame ceremony.)
Probable pitchers: Tigers RHP Garrett Hill (1-3, 5.88 ERA vs. Rays LHP Shane McClanahan (10-4, 2.07 ERA).
First-pitch forecast: Sunny, high-80s.
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Game notes: We’re not saying the Tigers won’t break through on offense today against the Rays, but it’s a tougher task than usual — which is saying something for a squad that’s averaging an MLB-worst 3.19 runs per game — as Tampa Bay sends lefty Shane McClanahan to the mound.
McClanahan, the 2018 No. 31 overall pick (30 after the Tigers took Case Mize and 224 picks before Tarik Skubal) out of USF, has been one of baseball’s best since debuting in the 2020 postseason, including striking out 158 and walking 23 over 122 innings this year. That ace status was cemented with a start in last month’s All-Star Game, in which he gave up two runs on four hits in the opening inning.
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That’s a far cry from what he did earlier this season against the Tigers: McClanahan dominated Detroit for seven innings on May 17, allowing one run on four hits and no walks with seven strikeouts on just 90 pitches. (The lone run came on a homer by Jeimer Candelario in the fifth inning.)
"He's a really good pitcher," manager A.J. Hinch told reporters that night in St. Petersburg after McClanahan picked up 63 strikes, including 18 whiffs. "He's got plus pitches across the board. His track record has been to generate a lot of swing and miss. Once he established that he was going to throw strikes, he got a few chases and did what he did."
So what pitches should the Tigers be watching out for? Start with McClanahan’s four-seam fastball, which he uses 34.7% of the time, blazing it in at an average of 96.7 mph. It’s a moving target, too, with a wild 10.8 inches of horizontal movement, 4.3 inches and 65% better than the league average this year. The four-seamer isn’t McClanahan’s most effective pitch though; that would be his curveball, which he averages throwing at 81.6 mph for a minus-11 run value — best in the majors — as it drops 2.6 inches more than the league average. (By comparison, Alex Lange’s curve checks in with a minus-8 run value, good for fifth.)
McClanahan’s curve has a 30.5% whiff rate and a 42% strikeout rate, just ahead of his third pitch, the changeup, which has a 41.2% strikeout rate. The lefty goes to that 87.6 mph offering 24.8% of the time, getting whiffs 46.4% of the time and a minus-7 run value (tied for fifth in the majors with, among others, the Tigers’ Beau Brieske). Finally, the Florida product can fall back on a slider (sorry, Javier Báez), getting batters to whiff on his 88.8 mph offering 47.7% of the time he throws it.
Tigers starter Garrett Hill, making his sixth big-league start, doesn’t have as many superlatives, with whiff and strikeout rates below 20% on all five of his pitches (four-seamer, sinker, slider, curve and changeup); he pitches to contact, getting the most success from his sinker. He throws that pitch so hard (91.5 mph) that he doesn’t get much break (17.4 inches, 28% less than the league average), but hitters are slugging just .192 against it.
The Tigers and Rays wrap up the four-game set Sunday at 1:40 p.m. as Matt Manning makes his second start since returning from the injured list. Both squads have Monday off; the Tigers then welcome Cleveland to town for three games, Tuesday-Thursday, while the Rays head to Milwaukee for a pair of games on Tuesday-Wednesday. | 2022-08-06T09:42:03Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers game score vs. Tampa Bay Rays: Time, TV, starters | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/06/detroit-tigers-game-score-tampa-bay-rays-updates/10253835002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/06/detroit-tigers-game-score-tampa-bay-rays-updates/10253835002/ |
UAW leaders' salaries going up, but percentage increase isn't as high as in 2018
In 2018, the UAW made an intriguing change in the language that would appear in the union’s constitution related to salaries for positions such as president, secretary-treasurer and vice presidents.
Rather than listing the actual salaries as was the case previously, the 2018 document provided a formula, or multiplier, used to calculate the individual salaries for top leaders.
The result, according to union activist Scott Houldieson, was that delegates at that year's convention were left to figure out that the salaries were being boosted by about 31%.
“It was significant, and the formula was meant to confuse,” said Houldieson, one of the convention delegates representing UAW Local 551 at Ford’s Chicago Assembly Plant and chair of the dissident group, Unite All Workers for Democracy, or UAWD.
During this year’s convention, held last week in Detroit, the UAW dropped the formula and returned to more straightforward language. The union’s president, currently Ray Curry, was assigned an approximately $207,000 annual salary in the language that was adopted.
Salaries for secretary-treasurer and the three vice presidents were approved at $191,750 and $186,009, respectively. Other International Executive Board members would receive salaries of $171,082. Those salaries, which amount to an approximately 3% raise, would grow in March when another 3% raise, contingent on members getting profit-sharing checks, kicks in. The leaders are also eligible for payments this year and next of up to 3% of their salaries, also contingent on profit-sharing for members. Currently, Frank Stuglin is secretary-treasurer, and Cindy Estrada, Terry Dittes and Chuck Browning are the vice presidents, although Estrada and Dittes are retiring.
In its news release on the changes, the UAW explained that salaries were approved by delegates and that "the wage increases track the most recently ratified General Motors contract,” referencing the 2019 agreement with the union. UAW spokeswoman Sandra Engle did not respond to a request seeking additional information about the raises.
One of the resolutions that the UAWD had sought unsuccessfully for the convention would have done away with the raises handed out in 2018 and replaced them with 3% raises. That didn’t happen, but Houldieson credited the constitution committee for reverting to the more transparent way of listing salaries.
“Our perspective was that the transparency was vital. That was the most important part of it,” he said. “The transparency aspect we were thrilled over.”
But Houldieson said he was less thrilled by the way the process to approve the salary changes was handled at the convention.
Houldieson said he doesn’t personally begrudge union officers making a decent salary, but he’s bothered that a voice vote rejecting the new salaries was not accepted, even though the person leading this part of the convention proceedings, Vice President Dittes, acknowledged it. Instead, following more comments from delegates and a generally confusing stretch of the proceedings, the salaries were approved in a new vote with delegates standing.
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“The way that it was done, it was offensive,” according to Houldieson, who said the salary resolution should have gone back to committee for adjustment before being brought back to the floor for a vote. “It definitely could have been done so much better.”
During the debate about the salaries, some delegates did indicate their support for salary increases for the leadership, and at least one person said he was pleased that the new process was more transparent. But concerns about the much larger raises approved during the 2018 convention, still prompted frustration, with one delegate noting that “I’m all for raises for the (International Executive Board), but the problem is they got 30-something percent the last time. I didn’t get 30%. My local membership didn’t get 30%.”
Marick Masters, a business professor and labor expert at Wayne State University, said pushback against raises for union leaders, any union leaders, is not surprising. But the corruption scandal involving union leaders and auto executives that saw even ex-UAW presidents abuse their positions, rip off their members and go to prison gives more fuel to that pushback.
“I think there’s a lot of lingering disappointment and disgust with the way the UAW handled the scandal overall,” Masters said, but “I think that raising salaries for officers is never a popular thing in a union. It’s sort of like voting for increases in pay for members of Congress.”
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Masters said salary increases for union leaders and staff are among the most divisive issues unions face, and he would expect a negative response.
Still, in the current economic climate, with inflation pushing 9% or more, 3% raises look relatively modest, he said.
And Masters said it’s important to consider the UAW’s peers.
“I think it’s reasonable to say the UAW does not overpay its officers relative to other unions,” Masters said, pointing to the Teamsters for comparison. A filing in March with the Labor Department lists the 2021 gross salary, not counting disbursements, for General President James Hoffa, who retired earlier this year, at $341,033.
As for what happened in 2018, Masters noted that that was the convention where the presidency shifted from Dennis Williams to Gary Jones. Both were convicted in the corruption probe.
“I would just be leery of that whole leadership transition,” Masters said. | 2022-08-06T12:44:18Z | www.freep.com | UAW president, other leaders' salaries getting an increase | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2022/08/06/uaw-president-salary-ieb-raises/10245671002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2022/08/06/uaw-president-salary-ieb-raises/10245671002/ |
The primary election is in the books. That means in fewer than 100 days, Michigan voters officially choose the next leaders of the state.
Will residents decide to keep the current progressive state leadership, fighting to maintain access to legal abortions while pushing back against misinformation tied to the pandemic and elections? Or will voters usher in a new conservative crew, one that speaks frequently about public safety, school choice and the need for more voting regulations that at times buoys conspiracies championed by former President Donald Trump?
Prognostications are well underway. But before you start guessing the outcome of the Nov. 8 general election, here's a quick overview of some of the biggest races and issues up for a vote this fall.
Michigan governor's race
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer faced no challenger in the Democratic primary and will take on Republican Tudor Dixon in November.
A stalwart on the national Democratic scene, Whitmer has a massive campaign war chest that she'll use to both tout what she sees as the victories of her first term while blasting Dixon for opposing all abortions and for supporting an education funding plan that critics say is comparable to school vouchers.
Dixon, a west Michigan businesswoman and mother of four, cruised past a bevy of challengers to easily win her party's nomination. She's already blasting the governor for statewide health mandates issued during the COVID-19 pandemic. Expect the GOP nominee to hammer Whitmer on her close ties to President Joe Biden — whose popularity remains lower in Michigan than Whitmer's — and connect the governor to the current state and national economic uncertainty.
Trump is another factor in this race (and many others): he remains popular with the GOP base but lost Michigan by more than 154,000 votes in 2020. Dixon already passed on a recent chance to say the election was stolen from Trump, perhaps a sign that she's trying to pivot to a general election audience that is less enthusiastic about Trump than GOP primary voters.
While party insiders endorsed their preferred candidates months ago, the campaign between Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, a Democrat, and Republican challenger Matthew DePerno will heat up substantially in the coming weeks.
The outspoken Nessel has repeatedly highlighted her focus on ensuring access to abortion in Michigan, noting DePerno's previous comments about opposing any legal exceptions for abortions in the case of rape, incest or to preserve the life of the pregnant person.
She'll also highlight DePerno's key role in spreading election-related misinformation: he was the lead attorney in the Antrim County election lawsuit, which capitalized on human error to spread unfounded allegations of misconduct that gained national attention.
DePerno isn't afraid to punch back, though. He has repeatedly argued Nessel neglected her duties when she declined a request from GOP lawmakers to investigate whether Whitmer's COVID-19 policies for nursing home residents amounted to criminal conduct. Going much further, the Trump-backed DePerno has threatened to criminally charge Whitmer and Nessel.
He has also consistently jabbed Nessel for an incident last year, where she drank two bloody marys while tailgating before the Michigan-Michigan State football game and had to leave "so as to prevent me from vomiting on any of my constituents," as Nessel put it in a statement at the time.
Expect constant sparring and fireworks from this race all fall.
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Like attorney general, candidate endorsements in this race were settled via party convention earlier this year.
That means Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, a Democrat, takes on Republican Kristina Karamo in the race to determine the leader of the department tasked with broadly overseeing elections and driver's licenses.
To be clear: the Michigan Secretary of State does not typically run any local election. But for years, Benson has made it her mission to dispel election misinformation while expanding ways for Michiganders to vote.
That hasn't come without controversy, something Karamo has highlighted: Leading up to the 2020 election, Benson recommended local clerks presume signatures on ballot applications were valid. Karamo and other Republicans ridiculed her for this move, suggesting without proof that it could open the door to voter fraud.
But of the two candidates, Karamo is by far the one who has courted the most controversy. Earlier this year she spoke at a conference with ties to QAnon, lending credence to a sweeping and wildly inaccurate conspiracy theory that involves allegations of the "deep state" and combating international pedophilia rings.
Her campaign has said she doesn't support the outlandish theories, but she has also come under scrutiny for things like labeling yoga a "satanic ritual," discussing demonic possession and blaming Antifa, not Trump supporters, for the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Trump endorsed Karamo early in the election cycle.
Michigan will have a bevy of new representatives at the federal level this year. Although the state's two U.S. Senate seats are not on the ballot, all 13 House seats are up for grabs.
Following redistricting, the process of reapportioning congressional representation every decade based on a state's population, Michigan lost a seat in the House. The congressional districts were also redrawn, resulting in new areas that many expect to be much more politically balanced and therefore highly competitive this fall.
Here's a look at four districts where the races will be tight:
3rd Congressional District: Trump-backed challenger John Gibbs ousted freshman Republican U.S. Rep. Peter Meijer this week for the Republican nomination in the Grand Rapids-area seat. He'll face Hillary Scholten, a former Obama administration official who narrowly lost to Meijer in 2020. The district boundaries have changed significantly since then, including areas that have trended toward Democratic voters. That change, plus Gibbs' Trump backing, make this race a key target for national Democrats.
7th Congressional District: U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin is familiar with close races. But this will likely be the biggest test yet for the former CIA officer. Moving so she now lives in this mid-Michigan district, she'll face veteran and state Sen. Tom Barrett, R-Charlotte, to represent a very purple district. Democrats and Republicans are pouring substantial resources into this race.
8th Congressional District: For 30 years, voters in the Flint and Saginaw area consistently supported Democrats. But more recent trends show five-term U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee is likely in for a fight. He'll face Paul Junge, a former television anchor who unsuccessfully challenged Slotkin in 2020. Junge will rely on the heavy Trump support in some of this region to gin up support to unseat Kildee.
10th Congressional District: This may be Republicans best shot to pick up a new Michigan seat in the U.S. House. No sitting member of Congress lives in this district, covering parts of Macomb and Oakland counties. But GOP support quickly coalesced around John James, a popular Republican who lost both his 2018 and 2020 bids to oust Democrats representing Michigan in the U.S. Senate. Recently retired judge Carl Marlinga earned the Democratic nomination in the race. Marlinga's attacking James for not actually living in the district, but Republicans are firing back, noting Marlinga was the subject of a long-ago criminal probe that ultimately found no wrongdoing.
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Abortion and the state Constitution
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to reverse nearly 50 years of precedent and overrule Roe v. Wade only further invigorated the national conversation about abortion rights. Months before that ruling, Michiganders who support access to legal abortion started the process of changing the state's Constitution through a voter initiative.
That effort, which would amend the Constitution so that it expressly protects the right to an abortion, garnered more than 750,000 signatures, according to campaign organizers. While the state still needs to verify the signatures and formally approve that the question appears on the ballot, it appears likely voters will get to pick whether they support or oppose the language this fall.
The language of the proposed amendment is relatively broad, and even if it passes, lawmakers would be able to pass bills that regulate some abortions. But it would ultimately allow for legal abortions in Michigan, something Democratic candidates like Whitmer and Nessel strongly believe is a top priority for many voters across the political spectrum. | 2022-08-06T12:45:13Z | www.freep.com | Election 2022 in Michigan: Key races, issues to watch | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/06/michigan-election-2022-gubernatorial-key-races-congress/10235117002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/08/06/michigan-election-2022-gubernatorial-key-races-congress/10235117002/ |
And so, Friday afternoon, he sat in the clubhouse with his pitchers — Tyler Alexander, Jason Foley, Tarik Skubal and Will Vest — talking about the weekend's upcoming ceremony.
He realized they knew Lou Whitaker, but didn't know Lou Whitaker.
"The reason I did it is because we hold Alan Trammell in such reverence because he’s active (in the organization), he’s here with us, he instructs us, I mean there’s always a smile on our face when he comes around," Hinch said. "Lou has not been around, but he was just Alan Trammell at a different position.
"I mean if you look at his offensive profile, the five-time All-Star, the Gold Gloves, the Rookie of the Year (in 1978) — just to open the eyes of our players on what Lou meant to this franchise."
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The thousands of fans who lined the streets prior to Comerica Park's gates opening Saturday needed no such history lesson.
Many have personal memories of Whitaker's 19 seasons wearing the Old English "D." The sellout crowd added another memory Saturday, prior to the Tigers' game against the Tampa Bay Rays — The black tarp on the wall above the bullpen in left-center coming down to reveal Whitaker's name and No. 1 permanently inscribed at Comerica Park.
"This will be one of the greatest moments in my life," Whitaker said on the stage erected in the Comerica infied. "Just knowing that my number will be retired, and I have a chance to see my name on the wall with those legends from Tigers history."
It was at times hard to hear master of ceremonies Dan Dickerson, Trammell or any of the other teammates of Whitaker who shared their sentiments via a video shown on the board Saturday evening as more than 30,000 fans serenaded the field with "Looooouuuuuuuu."
"Yes," Trammell said when he took the mic. "Why yes? Because for four years, I've been uncomfortable. I have been extremely honored and grateful to have my No. 3 retired.
"But there wouldn’t be a No. 3 on the wall without the No. 1."
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Whitaker's ceremony was originally set for 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic and a lack of fans allowed in the stadium forced a postponement, past even 2021.
But before Whitaker threw the ceremonial first pitch to Trammell — a strike that didn't have quite the same zip on it as as Whitaker's trademark flip from second — Trammell recalled the day they met, in the Florida Instructional League in 1976, not long after Whitaker had been selected league MVP. (The manager? Jim Leyland.)
But that's not who "Sweet Lou" was.
"In typical Lou Whitaker fashion, he did what was best for the team," Trammell said. "We worked there for two months together, the following year we went to Double-A together, and in September, we were called up to Detroit.
"And I guess, you could say the rest is history."
He's third all-time in games for the Tigers, fourth in runs scored, second in walks and fourth in WAR (according to baseball-reference.com).
He opened by joking he "finally" got pitcher Jack Morris to thank him for his defensive service all those years.
He gave a shoutout to Martinsville, Virginia, where he grew up from age 1. No matter the sport — baseball, football or basketball — he and his friends would "play ball all day, all night," he said while citing the city as the reason for his career.
Then he paused and as the cires of "Looooouuuuuuuu" grew louder, extended his appreciation again for becoming the ninth Tiger with his number retired.
"I want to give love to the city of Detroit," he said. "A great baseball town. And all of Michigan and the great fans that we have all over this country.
"They love their Tigers and they will always love their Tigers." | 2022-08-07T00:11:19Z | www.freep.com | Lou Whitaker feels love from Detroit Tigers, fans at No. 1 ceremony | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/06/lou-whitaker-number-retired-detroit-tigers-history/10257749002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/06/lou-whitaker-number-retired-detroit-tigers-history/10257749002/ |
The 26-year-old rookie escaped without damage, though, and despite a solo home run in the second inning, provided the Detroit Tigers with the best outing of his career in Saturday's 9-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park.
Before the game, the Tigers (43-66) retired Lou Whitaker's No. 1 jersey during an on-field ceremony. The 40,101 tickets sold marked the largest non-Opening Day crowd since 41,053 fans showed up Aug. 6, 2016.
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But Hill's clean outing began with a messy first inning.
Hill allowed a one-out double to Christian Bethancourt in the sixth inning, and after he recorded the second out, right-handed reliever Alex Lange took over to face Chang, the No. 9 batter in Tampa Bay's lineup.
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Jeimer Candelario opened the seventh with a single, and Willi Castro doubled to put two runners in scoring position. Jonathan Schoop increased the margin to 3-1 with a sacrifice fly, which forced McClanahan's exit.
The Tigers didn't waste time beating up Yacabonis, as Harold Castro clobbered a double to center for a 4-1 lead. Yacabonis recorded the second out of the inning, then hit Riley Greene in the foot with a slider.
Miguel Cabrera upped the Tigers' lead to 7-1 with an RBI single to right field.
It was Schoop's eighth homer this season.
The Tigers' bullpen stepped up, as well, with left-hander Andrew Chafin locking down the seventh, right-hander Joe Jiménez striking out three batters in the eighth and righty Luis Castillo making his MLB debut in the ninth. | 2022-08-07T01:51:12Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers roast Rays, 9-1, with gem from rookie Garrett Hill | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/06/detroit-tigers-score-tampa-bay-rays-garrett-hill/10258699002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/06/detroit-tigers-score-tampa-bay-rays-garrett-hill/10258699002/ |
TV: Bally Sports Detroit, MLB Network (out-of-market).
Probable pitchers: Tigers RHP Matt Manning (0-0, 3.46 ERA) vs. Rays RHP Drew Rasmussen (6-4, 3.06 ERA).
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Game notes: The Tigers go for the series win behind Manning, the team's 2016 first-round pick. He didn't pitch for two-plus months after hitting the injured list in late April with shoulder inflammation. In his first start back, Tuesday vs. the first-place Minnesota Twins, Manning struck out one and allowed three runs over five innings. This will be his first start vs. Tampa Bay.
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Rasmussen beat the Tigers on May 18, striking out seven and allowing four hits in five scoreless innings. None of the Tigers have seen Rasmussen more than five times and no one has more than one hit vs. the right-hander. He usually works between four and five innings and hasn't allowed more than three runs since June 10 vs. the Minnesota Twins.
Next up for the Tigers are three games vs. the Cleveland Guardians beginning Tuesday to open a stretch of 10 straight vs. American League Central rivals. The Rays head to Milwaukee for two games vs. the National League Central-leading Brewers beginning Tuesday. | 2022-08-07T10:28:38Z | www.freep.com | Detroit Tigers game score vs. Tampa Bay Rays: TV, time info | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/07/detroit-tigers-game-score-tampa-bay-rays-update/10258742002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2022/08/07/detroit-tigers-game-score-tampa-bay-rays-update/10258742002/ |
Things are looking up for candy lovers who feared they'd be boo-hooing this Halloween after hearing about a potential sweets shortage.
Hershey, the makers of Kit Kat Bars, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Twizzlers, said last week there would likely be a shortage of candy for the holidays, including Halloween. It blamed global supply chain disruptions and the war in Ukraine, which has slowed supplies of cocoa and oil used in food.
But now the company has changed its forecast.
"We actually have even more seasonal product available to the consumer this year than last year," said Hershey spokesman Allison Kleinfelter. She said the capacity constraints referenced during Thursday’s earnings call were because of an increase in consumer demand over the past few years.
"Moving forward, with higher inventory levels and more capacity, we believe we’ll be well positioned to deliver for the consumer whether they’re reaching for everyday or seasonal products," Kleinfelter wrote.
Time to make some pesto
I'm hearing reports that it has been a good growing season for basil, and that's good news for pesto lovers. Making your own at home is a terrific way to use up that abundance of basil. Here's how:
Remove 2 cups of basil leaves from stems and wipe with a damp paper towel. Pat the leaves dry.
In a food processor, combine the 2 cups of packed leaves, 2 garlic cloves, salt to taste, and ¼ cup toasted almonds, pine nuts or walnuts. Process until chopped.
Add ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; process to incorporate cheese.
With the machine running, add about 6 tablespoons olive oil (or more as needed) until the mixture is smooth, but still somewhat paste-like. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
Use pesto on grilled chicken or fish or tossed with freshly cooked pasta. You can also serve it as a spread on crostini as an appetizer.
If you're not using the pesto right away, you can store it in the freezer. Spoon the mixture into ice cube trays and freeze. Once frozen, pop out the individual cubes and place them in a freezer bag. They’ll keep for at least six months.
Stir the frozen pesto cubes into pasta dishes and soups or thaw and serve as as an appetizer dip. You may need to add additional oil once the pesto is thawed if serving as a dip.
Little Caesars piles on the pepperoni
Love pepperoni pizza? The latest pizza item from Little Caesars, Old World Fanceroni Pepperoni, comes with more than 100 slices of curled, crispy pepperoni, the chain says.
The pizza, available for a limited time, is $9.99. You can order the pizza online for pickup or use the Little Caesars Pizza Portale. The pizza will be available as a Hot-N-Ready item from 4 to 8 p.m.
Salad spot to open in Birmingham
A fast-casual chain eatery with an array of salad and bowl food options is opening in downtown Birmingham on Tuesday.
This is the first Michigan location for Sweetgreen, noted for its commitment to healthful foods. Sweetgreen is a nationwide chain, and the Birmingham spot marks its 170th restaurant.
The restaurant is at 167 N. Old Woodward in the space formerly occupied by a Grabbagreen location. The 3,000-square-foot space has seating for 34 inside and 14 on its outdoor patio.
Sweetgreen's menu includes a selection of composed bowl foods, salads and sides. There are also build-your-own options with an array of ingredients. Its Harvest Bowl and kale Caesar are popular. The latter includes kale and romaine paired with roasted chicken, tomatoes, Parmesan crisps, shaved Parmesan, a squeeze of lime and Caesar dressing.
The menu is seasonal and rotates five times throughout the year. Sweetgreen says produce for seasonal menus is delivered each morning, and it partners with local farmers. It says it's sourcing goat cheese from Zingerman's Creamery in Ann Arbor and sweet potatoes from Visser Farms in Zeeland.
The chain expects to open in Ann Arbor in the fall and in Troy by the end of the year.
For every meal sold Tuesday on opening day in Birmingham, Sweetgreen will donate a meal to local food bank Forgotten Harvest. . Hours are10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. sweetgreen.com.
Tacos and tequila in Wyandotte
Tacos N Tequila is now open on the corner of Oak and Street streets in downtown Wyandotte. It's part of the W Lofts and Suites being built on the site of the former Wyandotte Post Office, which closed in 2014.
A variety of tacos are available, including barbacoa, camarones, carne asada and carnitas as well as snapper, chorizo and chicken. They're priced from $5 to $6 and served in corn or flour tortillas. There are also several varieties of salsa and chips, which are house-made. Other offerings include flautas (chicken rolled in a corn tortilla and fried) appetizer, burritos, quesadillas, nachos and salads.
On the margarita menu, there are four variations, including a popular hibiscus-infused version. All are $12.
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Garrison Keillor: The view from 80
I turn 80 in a few days, and it’s a good age. I don’t think about my health, I am living proof that bad habits don’t matter so long as you give them up soon enough. I am quite happy, a BuddhEpiscopalian who doesn’t care about material things, though I do fart a lot. I don’t sit around dreaming of what I might do someday. Someday is now, and what I shall do is enjoy it fully.
Nobody expects more of me; if I walk into a room and don’t trip on the doorsill, I’m admired for it. My wife starts talking about air conditioning, and then she sees me and says, “But why am I talking to you about it?” I’m from the time when we cooled off by driving around with the windows open.
It was a good time, my time. Back in the country I grew up in, namely this one, men didn’t go into schools and shoot little kids. We never imagined such a thing, and what’s the reason? Fewer psychiatric medications? Fewer therapists?
No. If drugstores sold licorice-flavored cyanide in drinking glasses, we’d see more of that. I plan to expire before the Supremes decide the Second Amendment guarantees the right to carry knapsacks of dynamite aboard airliners. Why should we give up our rights on the jetway?
Delighted in Detroit
On the other hand, I do admit there have been improvements: I was in the Detroit airport, Concourse A, the other day and a man sat at a real piano on a low platform and played music, a very graceful jazzer, nothing about man’s downfall, very danceable, and I put a ten in his jar. It was worth it. It made me feel all cheery in the midst of a merch carnival to hear genuine individual talent. It reminded me of that country I grew up in, when more musicians worked the streets.
I wish hitchhiking would make a comeback. In my youth, I was picked up by various men, some of them drunk, and in return for the ride, I listened to whatever they wanted to tell me, which sometimes was a lot. A fair trade. It was an exercise in mutual trust.
Then the Seventies came along, when young men affected the derelict look, and when you look like an outlaw there are no free rides to be had, even if you’re very nice down deep.
Demonizing monetization
With age comes a degree of wisdom. You learn to choose your battles carefully and not expend anger on hopeless causes such as fairness and equality and getting your home nice and neat. My battle is against the words “monetize” and “monetization.” What tiresome phony weirdo words they are. Just say “sell” or “cash in” or “earn a truckload of bucks from”! Even “exploit” is better.
“Monetize” is an attempt to dignify with pseudo-techno-lingo the common ordinary money grubbing that we all do. Stick “monetize” up your Levis. I am going to the mat on this. I refuse to be friends with or share a cab with or sit on a plane next to a monetizer. “Flight Attendant, take me back to Tourist, a middle seat next to weeping children would be preferable to listening to this idiot vocalize.”
And now that I have demonetized you, dear hearts, let me move on to the next battle, which is to establish kindness and amiability among friends and strangers alike. I admit I’m still happy about that cashier at Trader Joe’s who said, “How are you today, my dear?” It reminded me of a bygone time. She was, I believe, a woman and I am, to my way of thinking at least, a man though of course there is fluidity involved, and as we all know, the rules of social exchange between W and M have tightened, so I didn’t ogle, I looked at my shoes and said simply, “Never better.” Which is inoffensive, though untrue.
I wanted to hug her and did not. My people weren’t huggers. We were Bible-believing Christians who avoided physical contact lest we contract the religious doubts of the embracee and who knows but what it could be true? My brother was a Bible believer who married a girl who then catholicized him. I could say more but I don’t want to cause trouble.
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BROOKLYN — The similarities between football, basketball and NASCAR may seem few and far between, but for Michigan State coaches Mel Tucker and Tom Izzo, the parallels are striking.
Izzo and Tucker shared grand marshal duties during Sunday's FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway and as they walked the racetrack grounds with MSU athletic director Alan Haller and staffers, the two marveled at the same phenomenon.
"I read a book a few years back, 'Racing to Win' with Joe Gibbs and it talked about how similar the sports are in terms of the teamwork," Tucker, the Spartans football coach, said. "The driver is like the quarterback and things like that, so I've been fascinated with that aspect of NASCAR.
"To get a chance to see it up close and personal for me is quite a treat."
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Izzo has long said his basketball program is successful because of the attention to detail. He says it's a major reason he has the most Final Fours of any active head coach — from the custodian to the players to the coaches, everybody in the program has a role.
"For me just walking through by the garage and all those things, you really just realize how many people it takes," Izzo said. "Here, it's so split-second and that's what's amazing to me. When they talk about winning or losing, they're talking about making up a quarter of a second or half of a second.
"I was very impressed with just how many people, guys running around, everybody doing their job was amazing."
So, who do Tucker and Izzo think would be the most likely candidate from their teams to be a NASCAR driver? As Tucker pondered, Izzo asked, "What kind of crazy man do you have?" to which Tucker responded "I've got quite a few of those guys."
Tucker ultimately chose the quarterback of his team, Payton Thorne. Tom Izzo chose his "quarterback" as well.
"I'd say for me it's AJ Hoggard," Izzo said. "He's on the certifiable list."
Even beyond Tucker and Izzo telling drivers to "start their engines," the Spartans will be well represented on the track.
Josh Bilicki, driver of the No. 77 Chevrolet, will sport an MSU paint scheme as Tucker and Izzo are official guests of the Zeigler Auto Group. The hood and roof are forest green, with a Spartan head and the words "Michigan State" just above the grill.
The side panels are white, with the word "Spartans" and 77 in green.
The car made its rounds Friday in East Lansing and after a few photo sessions, Izzo wondered how the drivers don't get claustrophobic. He told Tucker "You wouldn't fit in one of those."
"You're probably right," Tucker said with a laugh.
Izzo has fit inside a stock car before; he drove the pace car at a MIS Cup Series race t in August 2010.
While Tucker and Izzo said they were at MIS to have a good time, they admitted they do have a preferred outcome for the day.
"We're going to be cheering for (Bilicki)," Izzo said. "I want you to know we're going to be prejudiced. We're pulling for the whole race today, but we got a little special interest." | 2022-08-07T19:27:46Z | www.freep.com | Michigan State coaches Tom Izzo, Mel Tucker talk NASCAR at MIS | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/2022/08/07/tom-izzo-mel-tucker-michigan-state-spartans-firekeepers-400-grand-marshals/10261085002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/2022/08/07/tom-izzo-mel-tucker-michigan-state-spartans-firekeepers-400-grand-marshals/10261085002/ |
Detroit Tigers general manager Al Avila couldn't get the trade package he desired for closer Gregory Soto at Tuesday's deadline.
Those opposing teams may feel a little better now about not relinquishing key pieces for Soto, an All-Star the past two seasons.
Soto entered a scoreless game Sunday in the ninth inning, faced seven batters and retired two, with three consecutive walks bringing in the first two runs of the game, as the Tigers melted down in the ninth inning of a 7-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays at Comerica Park.
Soto was charged with five runs, after Jason Foley relieved him with the bases loaded and gave up a two-run single, two-run double and RBI single.
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The ninth-inning crumbling overshadowed a superb effort from Matt Manning in his second start after missing most of the season with right shoulder inflammation.
The 24-year-old pitched seven innings of four-hit ball on 95 pitches, with three walks and seven strikeouts.
Manning, a slender 6-foot-6 right-hander and the ninth overall pick in the 2016 draft out of high school, made his 22nd career start one of his best.
The Tigers' offense was putrid once again, managing three hits and no walks in 30 at-bats. Riley Greene and Kody Clemens each had a double.
The Tigers (43-67) host Cleveland on Tuesday.
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The Great Lakes Water Authority is urging Michigan residents who have previously had flooding in their homes to be cautious Monday as heavy showers are predicted.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts severe thunderstorms and excessive rainfall through late Monday, according to a news release.
NOAA says rainfall rates in excess of 1 inch per hour are possible. The agency said heavy rainfall is possible at any time now through Monday because of very high moisture content in the atmosphere.
Recent heavy rain and wet ground increases probability of localized flooding, NOAA said.
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The water authority recommends that people in low-lying areas remove items of value from their basements. | 2022-08-08T00:53:46Z | www.freep.com | Excessive rainfall across Lower Michigan through late Monday | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/07/excessive-rainfall-lower-michigan-through-late-monday/10262159002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/07/excessive-rainfall-lower-michigan-through-late-monday/10262159002/ |
No, the Lions didn't clinch a playoff spot. Let's call it the preseason moment fans have been waiting for — the 2022 season of the HBO series "Hard Knocks" features Campbell and Co. beginning at 8 p.m. Tuesday.
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"Hard Knocks" has documented the preseason workouts of one NFL team since 2001.
Besides the inside look at Detroit's summer camp and team activities, there's been mentions of hyenas and a team praying mantis from the always-quotable Campbell as well as a ballyhooed performance of Michael Jackson's hit song "Billie Jean" by Aidan Hutchinson, an area native who starred for Michigan football before becoming the Lions top 2022 draft pick.
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Michigan gas prices fell another 20 cents from a week ago to nearly $4 a gallon and, at least one analyst predicted, could eventually fall below $3 a gallon.
The average gas price for regular unleaded gas in Michigan was $4.04 per gallon, 85 cents less than a month ago, but is still 74 cents than it was more than a year ago, AAA said Monday.
"Michigan motorists continue to see lower prices at the pump, with some areas seeing prices below $4 a gallon," said Adrienne Woodland, a spokeswoman for AAA. "If gas demand remains low and stocks continue to rise alongside falling crude prices, drivers will likely continue to see pump prices decrease."
Patrick De Haan — oil and refined products analyst for GasBuddy, which also tracks gas prices — said last week that he had spotted a station in Oklahoma City selling at $2.99 a gallon, and expected to see more nationwide.
Motorists are now paying an average of $60 for a full 15-gallon tank of gasoline.
Compared to last week, Metro Detroit’s average daily gas price also fell.
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Metro Detroit’s average is even lower than the statewide average at $4.01 per gallon, about 19 cents less than last week’s average but still 64 cents more than this same time last year.
Traverse City: $4.41 a gallon
Marquette: $4.36
Grand Rapids: $3.98
The drop in gas prices help with the cost of living. Inflation in June reached 9.1%, the highest since late 1981, and fast-rising gas prices had been a key driver, according to Labor Department data. | 2022-08-08T12:59:45Z | www.freep.com | Gas prices continue to drop in Michigan, nearly $4 a gallon statewide | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/08/michigan-gas-prices/10263634002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/08/michigan-gas-prices/10263634002/ |
Southeast Michigan has sweated through intensely hot, muggy weather since mid-July, but the humidity will finally be coming to an end after intense rains push through the state on Monday.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration warned on Sunday that the severe heavy rainfall was headed into metro Detroit due to high moisture content in the air.
And according to the National Weather Service in White Lake, localized heavy rain — an inch or more in some spots — and flash flooding is possible. Storms with wind gusts of 50-60 mph are likely early Monday evening, the agency said, with "frequent cloud-to-ground lightning as they move from west to east at 25 mph."
The Great Lakes Water Authority already is urging metro Detroiters in flood-prone areas to remove items from the basement and prep in advance for any potential issues.
But on the bright side, the weather service said, the rest of the week is expected to be less muggy than the week before, with not much rain.
July's average temperature was 85 degrees — higher than the average of 83.7 degrees. And August is likely to be above-normal as well, according to the weather service.
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The weather service also is reminding motorists of its campaign urging drivers who spot water over the roadway to "turn around, don't drown," or risk being submerged.
Drivers can lose control of their vehicles or stall out if they travel through six inches or more of standing water, the agency said. | 2022-08-08T16:59:00Z | www.freep.com | Southeast Michigan to see rain, flooding before humidity finally eases | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/08/southeast-michigan-weather-forecast-rain-flooding/10264305002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/08/08/southeast-michigan-weather-forecast-rain-flooding/10264305002/ |
Extreme erosion is now threatening I-94 in Macomb County.
According to a Monday release from the Macomb County Public Works Commissioner, Candice S. Miller, a portion of the interstate in Roseville is dangerously close to being affected by severe erosion.
While cars continue to travel the interstate at high speeds, officials do not know if or when the erosion, if not addressed, could cause a catastrophic roadway collapse.
Public Works authorities say they are preparing to use a contractor to stabilize the at-risk areas with work potentially beginning next week.
Officials say two of the most concerning locations are the bank east of Little Mack, one-quarter mile north of 13 Mile Road, and the bank west of Little Mack, 25 yards from the interstate's westbound right shoulder.
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"This is an emergency," Miller said in the release, "Even though we've had drought conditions, we've seen these banks erode approximately 6 feet in some spots in the past few months. We're concerned that very heavy rains could accelerate that erosion." | 2022-08-08T16:59:12Z | www.freep.com | Erosion threatens embankments along I-94 in Roseville | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/macomb/2022/08/08/erosion-interstate-94-roseville/10265413002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/macomb/2022/08/08/erosion-interstate-94-roseville/10265413002/ |
EAST LANSING — J.D. Duplain glanced around Michigan State football’s offensive line room and didn’t see many of the faces he got used to seeing his first four years.
Gone are Matt Allen, AJ Arcuri, Blake Bueter, Luke Campbell and Kevin Jarvis — five linemen who formed the backbone of the Spartans’ five-man front since 2017 and helped pave the way for Kenneth Walker III’s marquee campaign and an 11-win season last fall.
“Two years ago, it was probably them helping me out with some things, because we had a lot of older guys. Now, it's kind of flipping roles,” said Duplain, a fourth-year senior. “Those guys did a great job showing me what leaders look like. So now, I'm just using the tools that they showed me and then using that with the young guys and bringing them along.”
Offensive line coach Chris Kapilovic stopped short of calling this the most important camp for his position group since he arrived with Mel Tucker in 2020. However, he realizes the depth MSU lost and the urgency to bring young players along quickly.
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“I wouldn't say more important, but I would say more challenging,” Kapilovic said Monday. “So if we see each other again in about three weeks, you might see me age more than normal. … If you look at my room, I think if I'm saying this correctly, I think I got 12 or 13 guys that are first-year or redshirt freshmen. That's a lot. But that's OK, that's why I have coach in front of my name. I gotta get them ready to go.”
The Allen-Arcuri-Bueter-Campbell-Jarvis quintet combined to play in 213 games with 136 career starts between them from 2017-21. Arcuri got drafted by the Rams in April, while Jarvis landed as a free agent with the Lions.
“I think once you play with guys for so long, you understand their strengths or weaknesses and where you can help out and how you step, how far they step inside or something,” fourth-year senior center Nick Samac said. “You learn how to play with different guys based on different play styles.”
There remains a good amount of returning experience, along with the addition of Brian Greene (Washington State) from the transfer portal to help, offset the departures.
Duplain has the most, starting 23 of his 30 games at left guard the past three seasons. Samac started at center in 2019 and 2020, but he took a second-string role to a healthy Allen last season. Matt Carrick started 18 of his 38 games at right guard, though the sixth-year senior is coming back from leg surgery that cut short his 2021.
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“We got five or six guys who've played a lot college football. So for us, it's less of the communicating with each other, because we all can kind of see and know what's going on. It's just how fast can we mesh and play and get to our spots,” Duplain said. “And for those younger guys, it's a lot more communication, because they need all five of them to be on the same page in real time. So those younger guys really need to keep talking, because if one person knows something, everyone should know.”
That includes blending in Greene, who played both center and guard at Washington State and made 10 starts in his 30 career games.
“It's great for both parties,” said Greene, who has been splitting time at center and guard early in camp for the Spartans. “We got a really good group, and we got a lot to build on and keep improving. But we're meshing really well, and we're looking really good so far.”
Also back for MSU is Jarrett Horst, who started the first eight games last season at left tackle. The senior missed the final seven games of the year, but Kapilovic said Horst is healthy now after offseason “clean-up” procedures. Carrick also is being brought along slowly after his surgery.
It was a difficult spring for the line. Duplain, Horst, Carrick and Geno VanDeMark all sat out the final open practice, while Dallas Fincher also missed time. MSU moved two defensive tackles, Evan Brunning and Jacob LaFave, just to get enough healthy bodies to run two units.
“I think it's kind of what I expected. The older guys, the football IQ is growing, good effort,” Kapilovic said. “We had some of the older guys that didn't go to spring, so there's a little rust there that you can see. You're seeing a little progression from them each day, which is good and which I expected.”
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However, those injuries also allowed younger players more snaps going into the offseason and to get them prepared for potentially bigger backup roles.
Junior Spencer Brown started his first game at right tackle in the Peach Bowl and appears ticketed to keep the job. Sophomore Brandon Baldwin and redshirt freshman Ethan Boyd are competing for second-string tackle spots, while Fincher, sophomore Fincher, along with redshirt freshmen VanDeMark and Kevin Wigenton are all pushing for backup duty on the interior.
“If you can get five guys inside there, you feel pretty good about it. I got four guys snapping, so you feel good that you got enough guys that can snap if something happens your centers,” Kapilovic said about his interior linemen. “At the tackle, Horst and Spencer have been very, very solid. Spencer continues to mature. And then Baldwin and Boyd are the guys that you really need to step up. You want to have at least three (tackles) that you really feel good about, and then hopefully the fourth one can keep coming along."
Add to the mix freshmen Gavin Broscious, Ashton Lepo, Braden Miller and Kristian Phillips, all of whom are in the learning process but have the size and prep pedigree to eventually contribute.
“We got a large amount of young guys on this team. They've got talent, but their football IQ and their ability to focus for long periods of time are lacking at times,” Kapilovic said of his rookies and second-year linemen. “Completely different last year in the sense that we had an older group, so now you got to really stay on those kids. But I do like the potential of those young guys. … They're just not ready yet.” | 2022-08-08T23:08:52Z | www.freep.com | Michigan State football: New OL install certainly 'challenging' | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/08/08/michigan-state-football-offensive-line-preseason-camp-2022/10271822002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/michigan-state/spartans/2022/08/08/michigan-state-football-offensive-line-preseason-camp-2022/10271822002/ |
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she tested positive for COVID-19 Monday evening.
"Thankfully, I am only experiencing mild symptoms after being fully vaccinated and twice boosted," she said in a statement issued late Monday.
She said that plans to maintain a remote schedule after speaking with a state doctor.
"I last tested for COVID this afternoon, when I tested negative. Following standard protocol, all of my close contacts from today will be informed," Whitmer said.
In a news release announcing her positive test, Whitmer expressed gratitude for her family, staff and the vaccine for offering her "robust protection against the virus" and encouraged other Michigan residents to get vaccinated and boosted.
"I look forward to getting back to work in person, meeting with constituents, and keeping Michigan on the move," she said.
Whitmer gained national attention at the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic for steps she took to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus.
She has previously avoided infection despite close contacts at times with those who tested positive, including U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg who reported testing positive for COVID-19 after spending substantial time with Whitmer at the Mackinac Policy Conference in June.
Michigan has had over 2.6 million confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 and more than 37,500 COVID-19 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic, according to data from the state health department. Last week, the department reported 20,173 new COVID-19 cases and 106 new deaths over the previous week in the state.
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Inflation is pushing everyone's buttons so when Aunt Sally sends a quick note about a way to get free money, well, some folks listen.
Unfortunately, consumer watchdogs are seeing a troubling uptick in what are called "government grant scams" where consumers can often lose thousands of dollars upfront as they seek $50,000 or more in grant money.
The scams often start with social media messages or texts that appear to be from a well-meaning friend or family member about a new government grant, according to AARP fraud expert Amy Nofziger.
One victim, Nofziger said, lost $9,200.
Another lost about $4,500.
Another victim lost more than $4,000.
One consumer got a text message from her friend that the government is giving away U.S. grants to help people due to COVID. That victim bought $200 in American Express gift cards to pay upfront as part of the fake grant process. Then she was told those gift cards won't work and she was told to put another $200 on Apple gift cards. That's when she realized it was a scam.
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But hope can be a powerful tool when it comes to running a scam and many times victims are convinced they're doing the right thing for their financial future.
The fake grants are supposedly going to get you an extra $50,000 or more.
"People think, 'Well if I pay $4,000 and I get $100,000 then that's not a bad investment,' " said Nofziger, who studied a batch of recent reports that consumers made to the AARP Fraud Watch Network.
"Obviously, there is no grant."
Another consumer got a text supposedly from his uncle and then lost more than $10,000 in prepaid gift cards and cash. After putting savings toward the fake grant, the consumer admitted being under significant financial duress.
"Who wouldn't be?" Nofziger asked. "For having $10,000 stolen?"
Scammers have a government grant to fix anything
Government grant scams can show an uptick for all sorts of reasons — catastrophic flooding in several communities created an opening for some scams, economic uncertainty triggered by the COVID pandemic continues and leaves many families struggling and every day someone is dealing with losing a job or another financial challenge.
As students head back to college, scammers are promising to reduce your student debt by guaranteeing a hefty grant out of the blue. You want to be extra careful and search for complaints online. Contact your student financial aid office to make sure any potential grant is legitimate.
The problem is that the grants aren't real — and the scammers ask for money or Social Security numbers upfront to start the ball rolling. Sometimes, scammers request personal information like a copy of your driver's license.
The scammers, Nofziger said, usually want that money via gift cards, cryptocurrency or peer-to-peer payments like Zelle or Venmo.
You might feel safe when the message looks like it's coming from a friend or relative but typically fraudsters have hacked into a Facebook page, she said, and then send a message impersonating someone you trust.
Many times, the victims who lose this money really need it to cover their expenses. But they're encouraged to send what savings they have now to get a sizable grant.
"It's definitely a problem and it's really increased over the last couple weeks," Nofziger said. "High dollar amounts."
She said the network had about 15 victims just on one day alone in early August.
"I was just shocked at how many government grant victims we had."
Scammers impersonate your best friend, cousin, uncle
In some cases, hackers are trying to direct you to a website as part of the scam to gain control over your Facebook account and keep the impersonation scams going.
Consumer watchdogs also heard from one victim who ran into a government grant scam operated through a phony "Department of Health and Human Services" Facebook page. The woman had paid $4,000 to “Agent Donna Twinn” in 2021 to collect the promised grant, according to a new Consumer Federation of America report of consumer complaints across the country.
The Ohio woman never received any grant money.
"Her original call to us wasn’t to report a scam but to see if we could prod the federal government to hurry up in paying her the grant funds," according to the Ohio Cuyahoga County Department of Consumer Affairs.
Is the government really giving out grants to people to cover living expenses? No.
Sometimes, these scammers claim free money or grants are available to pay for education, home repairs, home business expenses, household bills, or other personal needs, according to a warning from the Federal Trade Commission.
When we're dealing with tragic disasters, such as the devastating flooding that took lives in eastern Kentucky, con artists impersonate agencies such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency. In such scams, the con artists might claim a fee is needed to be paid before relief money can be given.
Again, not true.
"Don’t believe anyone who promises a disaster grant in return for payment," according to FEMA.
"In some cases, thieves try to apply for FEMA assistance using names, addresses and Social Security numbers they have stolen from survivors," according to an alert by FEMA.
If you suspect fraudulent activity involving a disaster or FEMA, report via email to StopFEMAFraud@fema.dhs.gov.
If you spotted a scam, you can report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
Unfortunately, the scammers know our number only too well. If you're living under a great deal of stress, the scammers know how to convince you that they've got just the right government grant to fix your finances. | 2022-08-09T11:23:56Z | www.freep.com | Ignore texts from friends, family about new government grant money | https://www.freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2022/08/09/government-grant-scam-fraud-student-debt/10237721002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2022/08/09/government-grant-scam-fraud-student-debt/10237721002/ |
Donovan Fobbs and Ridhima Kodali
Detroit Free Press Apprentice
The Friends of Detroit City Airport have been teaching youths about aviation for more than 30 years and offer day camps to expose young people to the fields of aerospace, aviation, engineering, math, science and technology.
The day camp, Airport 101, also emphasizes the importance of community service.
On Saturday, campers pulled weeds, swept dirt and cleaned up around the Coleman A. Young International Detroit City Airport on the city's east side. They participated in one of more than 150 community events across Detroit for the 16th annual ARISE Detroit! Neighborhoods Day.
The mission of ARISE Detroit! is to unite groups throughout the community and encourage volunteerism to build a better Detroit.
Neighborhoods Day brought nonprofit organizations, schools and churches together to host community cleanup events as well as vaccination drives, art festivals and school supply giveaways.
“This year, we were happy to receive over 150 registrations from a variety of organizations,” ARISE Detroit! Executive Director Luther Keith said. “Neighborhoods Day is made possible because we have so many organizations big and small participating in every part of Detroit."
The Friends of Detroit City Airport has participated in Neighborhoods Day since the annual day of service started in 2007. The Neighborhoods Day event has been added to the Airport 101 curriculum to teach youths about community service and the importance of maintaining the appearance of their community, said Beverly Kindle-Walker, executive director of Friends of Detroit City Airport.
“Learning about planes and how they run has really been an incredible experience for me. It has given me the opportunity to consider this as a possible career one day," said Kaleb Williams, 17, of Warren. "Cleaning up the airport on Neighborhoods Day is important to me because it allows me to give back and help beautify the facility that has taught me so much."
The Friends of Detroit City Airport partners with the Civil Air Patrol, which was founded in 1941 and meets with youths at the airport on Wednesday evenings for cadet programs and classes on aerospace education.
“Alongside exposure to aviation, we aim to help our kids develop good citizenship," Kindle-Walker said. "Ultimately, by having youth participate in Neighborhood Day we help kids develop a sense of community pride. And pride in one's community is one of the best things we can impart on our young people."
'You have to make it real'
Avrian, Ziya, and Jolie Bradshaw, of Canton, stood between rows of vegetables in a burgeoning garden next to large house on Spokane Street on Detroit's west side.
The sisters, ranging in age from 13 to 15, listened attentively as they stood on patches of dirt and plastic tarps strewn across the fenced-in area.
“What do you see?” board member and longtime volunteer for the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self-Development Sheila Finney, 71, asked.
“More plants?” Avrian Bradshaw, 14, asked with hesitancy.
“What kind of plants?” Finney asked back.
“Weeds!” Ziya Bradshaw, 13, exclaimed.
“Let me see you pull up those weeds,” Finney demanded. “Pull 'em up, come on pull 'em up. Let me see all the weeds you can pull up by the time I count to 30.”
The sisters were three of four participants in the yearly gardening day event hosted by the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self-Development. The event is held in conjunction with Neighborhoods Day.
The four youths laughed as they rustled through the dirt picking up weeds, one after the other, with worms engraving to the soil, and dirt sprinkling their ARISE! Detroit T-shirts.
“My favorite part is just entertaining and engaging the kids,” Finney said. “When they work, I make them get dirty, because it’s a lot and you cannot be shocked.”
The garden was the shape of a large boot, growing mustard and turnip greens, all kinds of tomatoes, beets, carrots, cabbage and asparagus.
And of course, Brussels sprouts.
“They hate them, but learn how to eat ‘em,” Finney said, laughing.
The institute’s mission is to educate youths and help them reach their highest potential. Finney brings to life what the participants may have had difficulty learning, particularly in the math and science fields.
“You have to make it real,” Finney explained.
Elaine Eason Steele, co-founder of the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute and a close friend of the late civil rights hero, has seen gardening day affect her own kids and nephew in a positive way.
“They have learned to be helpful to not only their family, but to the extended community,” Steele said. “They have been eager, you know, to learn other skills. And that's very important as you are going into adulthood.”
The institute has hosted gardening day since Neighborhoods Day began in 2007. The garden has been a source of fresh fruits and vegetables for residents in the neighborhood.
“The organic farming here comes from an effort to take vacant lots and blight and to use it in a constructive way to feed and provide food that is not normally in your neighborhood,” Finney said.
Finney recalls Rosa Parks, co-founder of the institute, as a confident gardener.
“She adored growing her own garden and vegetables, she adored organic, healthy food,” Finney said.
Finney also stressed being in tune with the environment.
“It’s time to feel the butterflies, they're gonna learn how to do that,” Finney said. "... that you can't just keep taking, taking, taking, you have to give back.” | 2022-08-09T13:20:38Z | www.freep.com | ARISE Detroit! held its 16th annual Neighborhoods Day across Detroit. | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/09/arise-detroit-annual-neighborhoods-day/10244871002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/09/arise-detroit-annual-neighborhoods-day/10244871002/ |
General Motors is taking aggressive steps to get tens of thousands of vehicles awaiting parts to consumers quickly and the automaker is remodeling its supply chain to protect the company from future economic or supply challenges.
GM CFO Paul Jacobson said Tuesday that the automaker is "trying to be very cautious, but not alarming, in terms of what we see as potential headwinds down the road."
Jacobson, who spoke during the JP Morgan Auto Conference 2022 held virtually, said the global shortage of chips hit GM harder than expected last quarter and at a bad time, causing the automaker to hold back 95,000 new vehicles from delivery until chip parts arrived to complete their production.
As a result, GM's second-quarter earnings came in about 39% lower than the year-ago period largely due to the production disruptions. Jacobson assured Wall Street in late July that GM would complete and deliver those 95,000 vehicles, many of which are high-profit pickups and SUVs, to dealers by the end of the year.
"We’re leaning in very, very aggressively to get those vehicles to market because the demand is there," Jacobson said. "We need to get them in customers’ hands."
Unexpected big hit
The chip shortfall was a matter of "unfortunate" timing, Jacobson said.
"While we were expecting there to be some vehicles built without certain chips, we didn’t expect the volume to be that high and hit us late in the quarter," he said.
Since then, GM has made "tremendous progress" in getting the parts to finish those vehicles, clearing out 20,000 of them last month, Jacobson said.
GM is prioritizing which plants and products get first access to chip parts, he said. GM also is spending "a lot of money" on priority freight, expedited freight and air shipping to keep the production line full, he said.
"As the economy normalizes, whether we go into a recession or not, there’s a lot of cost pressures in the system that we’ve been dealing with that I think will start to work their way out as we get into 2023, 2024 and if we see an economic slowdown," Jacobson said.
Less chips, more partnerships
Longer term, GM is focused on requiring less chip parts and controlling how it gets the parts it does require.
"We’ve taken the step of reducing the number of chip families by 95% that are going to go into the vehicles," Jacobson said. "We think by the middle of the decade we’ll have three chip families and we’ll go all the way down the manufacturing tier to make sure that we’re helping to control the production of the chips and partnering with the chipmakers themselves."
GM CEO Mary Barra first outlined the strategy last month in an interview with Associated Press. The idea is rather than letting suppliers buy or make the chips for GM, by 2025, GM will control the situation.
GM will acquire the chips in bulk through chipmaking partners, assuring the supply won't be interrupted. There will be fewer chips, able to do multiple tasks, on the vehicle. Thereby it will eliminate a need for dozens of chips for each car.
"The simplification is going to be tremendously beneficial to us as we look to scale and look to get more consistency in the supply chain over the longer term," Jacobson said. "We’ve applied many of those lessons to battery raw materials."
During GM's second-quarter earnings, it announced it GM that it inked three new supplier agreements to help secure raw materials for the batteries needed to make 1 million electric vehicles GM plans to produce by the end of 2025. It plans to sell a fully zero-emissions lineup by 2035.
The three new supplier agreements will give GM access to lithium, nickel, cobalt and Cathode Active Material (CAM) used in EV batteries. LG Chem will supply GM with 968,000 tons of cathode material between now and 2030, enough to build 5 million EVs.
Chemical manufacturer Livent will provide significant quantities of lithium for high-performance EVs. POSCO Chemical will provide a near-term supply of CAM from its South Korean operations from 2023 to 2025. CAM is a key battery material consisting of processed nickel, lithium and other materials that makes up about 40% of the cost of a battery cell.
More:GM joint venture gets $2.5 billion government loan to help build EV battery cell plants | 2022-08-09T18:46:48Z | www.freep.com | GM CFO says supply plan will keep production going even in a downturn | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2022/08/09/gm-supply-demand-production-paul-jacobson/10276952002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2022/08/09/gm-supply-demand-production-paul-jacobson/10276952002/ |
Ford F-150 Lightning gets price hike, debuts two colors
The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning, an all-electric pickup truck with a mile-long waiting list, opens its order banks on Thursday to customers who placed a $100 reservation and want to move forward with placing an official order.
Lightning prices have spiked $6,000 to $8,500, based on material costs and other factors. If reservation holders want to back out, they may. Sometimes people can't wait for the time period needed to build, said Ford, which is ramping up production.
The waiting list remains longer than at any preschool in Manhattan.
John Lawler, Ford chief financial officer, warned last month during second quarter earnings communications that vehicle costs would be increasing. Now it's happening.
Mo' money
For the first time since the truck was revealed in May 2021, sticker prices are spiking from $6,000 to $8,500, Ford confirmed Tuesday.
This is the latest price list, not including $1,795 destination and delivery fee:
Ford Pro, from $39,974 to $46,974 (up $7,000)
XLT from $52,974 to $59,474 ($6,500)
XLT High from $62,474 to $68,474 ($6,000)
XLT High / Extended Range from $72,474 to $80,974 ($8,500)
Lariat from $67,474 to $74,474 ($7,000)
Lariat Extended Range from $77,474 to $85,974 ($8,500)
Platinum from $90,874 to $96,874 ($6,000)
To date, Ford told the Detroit Free Press, the most popular Lightning sold has been the Lariat Extended Range, available in black, Anti Matter Blue or carbonized gray. All these colors will continue into 2023.
New colors for the pickups that will be built starting this fall will be Avalanche Gray and Azure Gray metallic tri-coat, which replace Atlas Blue, Ice Blue Silver and Smoked Quartz Metallic.
Automakers globally are adjusting sales prices to absorb additional manufacturing costs.
The big wave
The Ford F-150 is a cornerstone of the 119-year-old company and this battery-operated vehicle is intended to move mainstream truck buyers into the all-electric market faster than any other company.
More:Ford's F-150 Lightning pickup is revolutionary, better than F-150 in nearly every way
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Potential buyers have clamored to place hundreds of thousands of $100 reservations to get in line and have the option to buy. Ford launched the vehicle in April 2022 amid a Dearborn power outage.
The order triggers a build date and the buyer awaits delivery. These vehicles are now made to order.
Reservation holders are actually invited by the company to place an order because they go in waves. The pricing adjustment goes into effect for this next wave.
Better mileage
The good news, Ford said, is that the standard range increased to an EPA-estimated 240 miles from 230 miles.
Also, Pro Trailer Hitch technology that controls steering, throttle and brakes is now available.
"Lightning reservation holders who previously received an invitation to order, but who elected to extend their reservation because their vehicle specification was unavailable, will receive a private offer for use in upcoming waves," Ford said Tuesday.
People who have already placed orders and are awaiting delivery are not affected by the price changes, said Marin Gjaja, chief customer officer for Model e.
Ford officially launched its all-electric F-150 in April 2022. Customer deliveries began in May. More than 4,400 have been sold so far, Ford said.
More:They're the 1st owners of Ford F-150 Lightnings: What they're going to do with them | 2022-08-09T20:35:30Z | www.freep.com | Ford F-150 Lightning pickup costs more to build, price goes up | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/08/09/ford-f-150-lightning-pickup-build-price-goes-up/10279601002/ | https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/08/09/ford-f-150-lightning-pickup-build-price-goes-up/10279601002/ |
New ordinance gives PCB city manager more power during civil emergencies
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - After last month’s violent incidents during Panama City Beach’s spring break, city officials are making changes to who has emergency powers if chaos breaks out.
Panama City Beach City Council members approved an ordinance last week giving city manager Drew Whitman more emergency powers. That means he’ll be able to make decisions during civil emergencies without the council’s approval. Before the change, the mayor or three councilmen had to call a meeting.
“They (the previous ordinances) are all over the place. What we decided for efficiency, and our legal team did a great job, brought it all together into one ordinance so that we could streamline the process and make it much easier to enact,” Panama City Beach City Council member Michael Jarman said.
City officials said the newly approved ordinance allows Whitman to enact curfews, halt alcohol sales, close businesses, and block roads.
“He can close areas, it’s not an all or nothing, he can choose very specific locations to shut down in case of an emergency,” said Jarman.
Whitman now also has the power to call in additional resources.
“To secure either parking lots or buildings if something, you know God forbid a building gets taken over, he’s able to shut down utilities to that building to try and get people to want to leave that area,” said Jarman.
City officials said the spring break chaos last month allowed them to experience scenarios they had not anticipated.
“And that might be a problem in the future, or that we want to put things in place to dispel or keep people from even thinking about doing anything of that nature again,” said Jarman.
City officials tell us Whitman was not available to be interviewed on Monday. However, they said the new ordinance is mostly whatever Whitman needs to do to bring order back to the community.
“I think when people know that certain actions will not be tolerated and that there are tools in place for the city, the police, and the city manager to use to take care of a situation, then they will probably think twice before coming here and willfully causing a disruption,” said Jarman.
And causing disruption is what the city hopes they can prevent moving forward.
City officials tell us this new ordinance went into effect immediately after being approved last week. | 2022-04-20T10:54:20Z | www.wjhg.com | New ordinance gives PCB city manager more power during civil emergencies | https://www.wjhg.com/2022/04/19/new-ordinance-gives-pcb-city-manager-more-power-during-civil-emergencies/ | https://www.wjhg.com/2022/04/19/new-ordinance-gives-pcb-city-manager-more-power-during-civil-emergencies/ |
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - April 18 is Tax Day and taxes are due at midnight.
If you’re a procrastinator who waited until today to file your taxes, there are resources available to assist you.
“It’s really important that they try to get in and try to get their taxes done anywhere they can today,” Jessica Carnell, Area Franchisee Manager of Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc., said.” “You can usually do those over the phone at most tax-preparing agencies, and I know in particular we do them for free over the phone.”
Carnell said there are other places to turn to if the wait is too long.
“Actually Bay County has a ton of options. We alone have eight options across Bay County, and that’s not even including our competitors and CPAs.”
If you can’t get your taxes filed in time, you’ll have to request an extension from the IRS.
There could also be fines.
“If you do not file for an extension, you get a failure to file because you filed nothing on top of the penalty for the late filing,” Carnell said.
Tax experts say while you’re more than welcome to mail your taxes, it’s better to submit them electronically since it’s more efficient.
However, there are limited circumstances where mailing them is preferred.
“If you suffered an identity theft issue, you can file in paper with additional documents with additional documents to prove your tax returns are the real tax returns and not the ones that were fraudulently filed,” Carnell said.
Carnell also said last-minute taxpayers shouldn’t wait until the last day to file their taxes in the future. | 2022-04-20T10:54:33Z | www.wjhg.com | Tips for last-minute tax filers | https://www.wjhg.com/2022/04/19/tips-last-minute-tax-filers/ | https://www.wjhg.com/2022/04/19/tips-last-minute-tax-filers/ |
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