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Rock singer, hitmaker and actor dies at the age of 78


Rock singer, hitmaker and actor dies at the age of 78

JD Souther died on Tuesday, according to several reports. He was 78. Variety reported that Souther’s representatives did not give a cause of death but said he died peacefully at home. Don’t know Souther’s name? Rock music fans should, as he was known as a co-writer of some of the Eagles’ biggest hits, including “New […]

Fans of “Wheel of Fortune” criticize the new look: “A cheap green screen”


Fans of “Wheel of Fortune” criticize the new look: “A cheap green screen”

“Wheel of Fortune” premiered this week with a new set and a new host, and fans shared their disappointment. The biggest change made to the show since season 42 premiered this week involved changes to the puzzle board. One fan on the Wheel of Fortune Reddit channel pointed out that it “looks like a cheap […]

Popular Italian restaurant on Staten Island continues to evolve under new ownership, but returns to its roots


Popular Italian restaurant on Staten Island continues to evolve under new ownership, but returns to its roots

STATEN ISLAND, NY — Since Bella Mama Rose reopened under new management in late May, the Elm Park kitchen has been all about pizza, pasta and schnitzel. And that’s why owners Ashley and Justin Rose decided their mantra should be just that: Pizza. Pasta. Schnitzel. Justin had those words emblazoned on his baseball cap. While […]

The tradition lives on at Casa Dominick’s across from the Michigan Law Quad


The tradition lives on at Casa Dominick’s across from the Michigan Law Quad

ANN ARBOR, MI – A third-generation Ann Arbor institution, just steps from the attractions of the University of Michigan campus, welcomes students for another year this week. Current owner Rich DeVarti remembers helping at his father Dominick’s restaurant as early as fourth grade. His son, named after his grandfather, now works alongside him behind Casa […]

Pop star claims she was ‘threatened’ by airport security in ‘hate crime’


Pop star claims she was ‘threatened’ by airport security in ‘hate crime’

Pop singer Bebe Rexha has had objects thrown at her on stage – once leaving her with a black eye – and claimed that she was “punished” by the music industry for it. Now she claims to have been the victim of a hate crime. According to Entertainment Weekly, the 34-year-old New York native published […]

Brewstillery conducts “extraordinary” test launch in beach town on Lake Michigan


Brewstillery conducts “extraordinary” test launch in beach town on Lake Michigan

GRAND HAVEN, MI – After a “not so quiet” opening weekend last Saturday, a husband and wife owned brewery and distillery is preparing for its full opening to the Grand Haven community. Kurt and Wendy Knoth will host a grand opening event for Off the Chain Brewstillery the weekend of August 24th at 1434 Colfax […]

Miss Manners: Annoyed actor wonders how to get rid of grateful fan who interrupts him in restaurant


Miss Manners: Annoyed actor wonders how to get rid of grateful fan who interrupts him in restaurant

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was performing in a local theater production that was well received. One of our performances was attended by my best friend, who brought his lovely wife and two wonderful children. After my performance, my friend and his family were waiting for me to congratulate me and invite me to go with […]

Michigan Athletics seeks company to replace longtime retailer M Den


Michigan Athletics seeks company to replace longtime retailer M Den

Update: The M Den location at Twelve Oaks Mall has closed, the store announced Thursday, August 15. The company is awaiting the sale, the store said. The University of Michigan athletic department is no longer interested in collaborating with The M Den. However, the school is fixated on the retailer’s name. According to an email […]

Bob’s Bites: This meatloaf from Grab N Trap caught my attention


Bob’s Bites: This meatloaf from Grab N Trap caught my attention

I’m sitting at home and craving home-cooked food that I don’t normally get in a restaurant. I didn’t feel like going out, so I opened my DoorDash app and, to my surprise, found meatloaf from a new restaurant gaining popularity online: Grab N Trap, 3585 Bay Road in Saginaw Township. Coming from what is known […]