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George Seperic Jr., the beloved owner of South Riley Grocery and Tavern for nearly 40 years, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy built on warmth, generosity, and word-of-mouth fame. Without a website or social media, he turned his small grocery into a community hub known for burgers, hospitality, and treating everyone like family — even spending a decade correcting online hours to keep things right. His daughter Mackenzie, now running the business in his honor, recalls his deep love for customers, employees, and Michigan State sports. After a pancreatic cancer diagnosis, the community rallied, raising $40K to support him — proof of his profound impact. The tavern remains open, with Judy and their kids keeping his spirit alive, ensuring that George’s larger-than-life personality and the memories he created will continue to thrive.

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Lansing’s Old Town is buzzing with new energy as historic buildings get a fresh look and local businesses thrive, sparking economic growth and community pride. With foot traffic rising and entrepreneurs opening shops and eateries, the revitalization effort is already creating a vibrant, optimistic atmosphere. The city’s eye is also on other historic neighborhoods like the Espanore Addition, signaling a broader mission to honor Lansing’s past while building a dynamic future.

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Powerball’s jackpot is a jaw-dropping $1 billion—eighth-highest in history—and the drawing is tonight at 10:59 PM. Odds are astronomically low (1 in 292 million), but someone’s gotta win. Even if you don’t hit it, every ticket supports schools and state programs, and winning stores get a $50,000 bonus. You can even buy tickets online through the Michigan Lottery if you’re too busy to hit the store. Could your ticket be the one that changes everything?

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School’s back early in the Lansing area—with most districts kicking off before Labor Day, as early as August 17th. While Eaton Regional starts on that date, Ingham and Clinton counties let individual schools set their own schedules, leading to a patchwork of start dates: some like Dansville and Holly Park begin August 17th, while others such as East Lansing and Lansing Catholic wait until August 24th. A few, including Hope Christian and Potterville Public Schools, hold off until September 8th. With no unified calendar, families are navigating a busy, staggered return to classrooms across the region.

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School’s back early in the Lansing area—with most districts kicking off before Labor Day, as early as August 17th. While Eaton Regional starts on that date, Ingham and Clinton counties let individual schools set their own schedules, leading to a patchwork of start dates: some like Dansville and Holly Park begin August 17th, while others such as East Lansing and Lansing Catholic wait until August 24th. A few, including Hope Christian and Potterville Public Schools, hold off until September 8th. With no unified calendar, families are navigating a busy, staggered return to classrooms across the region.

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School’s back early in the Lansing area—with most districts kicking off before Labor Day, as early as August 17th. While Eaton Regional starts on that date, Ingham and Clinton counties let individual schools set their own schedules, leading to a patchwork of start dates: some like Dansville and Holly Park begin August 17th, while others such as East Lansing and Lansing Catholic wait until August 24th. A few, including Hope Christian and Potterville Public Schools, hold off until September 8th. With no unified calendar, families are navigating a busy, staggered return to classrooms across the region.

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Scammers are flooding Michigan with slick spoofing calls pretending to be from your bank—pressuring you for passwords and SSNs. But banks NEVER call asking for login details. If it’s unsolicited, hang up and call your bank directly using a verified number. Never send money or crypto to strangers—stay sharp and protect yourself.

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A powerful storm slammed southwest Michigan on Tuesday, August 11th, packing strong winds and heavy rain—but no tornadoes confirmed. Officials issued a tornado warning for Berrien and Cass counties due to a dangerous wind signature, but the worst was avoided. Peak gusts hit 47 mph near Lake Michigan, causing tree damage and scattered power outages. Six-tenths of an inch of rain triggered flooding in places like Niles, with water spilling into yards and basements. While the National Weather Service in Northern Indiana monitored the system across five Michigan counties plus parts of Indiana and Ohio, residents dodged a major disaster—thanks to timely warnings and relatively minor impacts.

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Livingston County is rolling out a bold, privacy-first plan to combat the opioid crisis among its employees—partnering with Opioid Free America to analyze prescription data (de-identified, of course) and support doctors in helping patients safely taper off opioids. No shaming, just education and collaboration. With a $75K first-year cost funded by opioid settlements and potential for a two- or three-year extension, this proactive initiative could reshape how public workers get the help they need—without exposing anyone’s identity.

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New data reveals that one in five kids aged six to twelve have few or no friends — but most parents say their children desperately want to connect. Experts warn that while parents can nurture social skills, they shouldn’t micromanage friendships, as over-planned playdates can backfire. Surprisingly, two-thirds of parents prefer friends from similar backgrounds, with a third prioritizing shared political or religious values — painting a complex picture of how childhood connections are shaped by both kids’ needs and parental expectations.

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