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A spa party sleepover package provided by Little Dreamers Sleepovers. The business offers themed and custom sleepover parties to customers.
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Sleepover party rental business fills gap you didn't know existed

"There's really nothing like this. It's hassle-free and it's just something different."

Sleepover party rental business fills gap you didn't know existed

  • HASTINGS, MI -- Parents who are looking for a hassle-free way to provide their child with a "magical" sleepover can hire a Michigan mom's new business.
  • Each standard party package, normally $250 but on a summer special for $175, includes individual tents for kids to sleep in, mattresses, sheets, blankets, bed trays, lanterns, lights and bunting.
  • The business aims to be hassle-free by providing sleepover kits and packages with tents, bedding, lights and more.Courtesy photo
A spa party sleepover package provided by Little Dreamers Sleepovers. The business offers themed and custom sleepover parties to customers.
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Muskegon News

Ex-con accused of befriending, embezzling from dementia patient

Ex-con accused of befriending, embezzling from dementia patient

  • MUSKEGON COUNTY, MI - An alert bank teller is credited for reporting a woman who has been charged with embezzlement from a dementia patient.
  • Susan Louise Adams , 61, of Norton Shores has been charged with embezzlement of $1,000 to $20,000 from a vulnerable adult, which is a five-year felony.
  • Adams, who has a lengthy criminal history, had "befriended" a 90-year-old man experiencing the early stages of dementia, said Muskegon County Chief Assistant Prosecutor Timothy Maat.
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24 Michigan beers you'll want to sip all summer long

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Detroit Tigers

That wacky Detroit Tigers rally goose official swag you can actually get

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Session 1 snippets of the Meijer State Games of Michigan weightlifting competition

Competitors attempt the snatch and clean and jerk lifts during the first session of the Meijer State Games of Michigan’s weightlifting competition at CrossFit Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, Mich., on Saturday, June 23, 2018. (Casey Sykes | MLive.com)

Photo courtesy of the Michigan Lottery
Michigan State Lottery

Powerball results for 06/23/18; jackpot reset to $40M

Powerball results for 06/23/18; jackpot reset to $40M

  • LANSING, MI - Four players won at least $1 million, but there was no winner of the $40 million Powerball jackpot for the drawing held on Saturday, June 23.
  • While there was no grand prize winner, four players matched all five white numbers drawn to win $1 million.
  • One of the tickets sold in Louisiana also played the Power Play option, which increased their winnings to $2 million.
Photo courtesy of the Michigan Lottery
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Jackson County's new road construction technology is ready to roll

Video showing Jackson County's new road construction technology.

Cleveland Indians' Edwin Encarnacion, left, touches home plate as Detroit Tigers catcher James McCann looks for the ball in the first inning on Saturday, June 23, 2018, in Cleveland. Encarnacion scored on a single by Brandon Guyer and error by McCann. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Detroit Tigers

Tigers still can't solve Trevor Bauer, who strikes out 11 in Indians' win

Tigers still can't solve Trevor Bauer, who strikes out 11 in Indians' win

  • CLEVELAND -- Trevor Bauer's mastery of the Detroit Tigers hasn't worn off.
  • In fact, a handful of his strikeouts on Saturday night featured pitches so potent that it was downright unfair.
  • Bauer struck out 11 Tigers, leading the Cleveland Indians to a 4-1 victory at Progressive Field.
Cleveland Indians' Edwin Encarnacion, left, touches home plate as Detroit Tigers catcher James McCann looks for the ball in the first inning on Saturday, June 23, 2018, in Cleveland. Encarnacion scored on a single by Brandon Guyer and error by McCann. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
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Walter's Gasoline Museum in Marshall, Michigan is full of gasoline artifacts and Marshall area memorabilia.
Michigan Travel

Michigan actually has a gasoline museum, and here's a peek inside

Michigan actually has a gasoline museum, and here's a peek inside

  • MARSHALL, MI - You may have lived in Michigan your entire life and never knew there was a museum of gasoline.
  • Located in historic Marshall, you'll discover all kinds of gasoline artifacts inside this museum.
  • Not only does the museum feature gasoline artifacts, but there's all kinds of Marshall area memorabilia.
Walter's Gasoline Museum in Marshall, Michigan is full of gasoline artifacts and Marshall area memorabilia.
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<p><strong>By Justine McGuire | jmcguir4@mlive.com</strong></p>
<p>ROTHBURY, MI - The spirit of Electric Forest attendees may be best embodied by the various "giving trees" throughout Sherwood Forest and the music venue grounds.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The main giving&nbsp;tree, a large weeping willow, is located between the&nbsp;Tripolee&nbsp;and Ranch Arena stages. The items arranged around its base and in its nooks and crannies change by the minute as the Forest Family gives and takes items.&nbsp;</p>

Electric Forest's loving culture embodied in 'Giving Tree'

Electric Forest's loving culture embodied in 'Giving Tree'

The main giving tree, a large weeping willow, is located between the Tripolee and Ranch Arena stages.

<p><strong>By Justine McGuire | jmcguir4@mlive.com</strong></p>
<p>ROTHBURY, MI - The spirit of Electric Forest attendees may be best embodied by the various "giving trees" throughout Sherwood Forest and the music venue grounds.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The main giving&nbsp;tree, a large weeping willow, is located between the&nbsp;Tripolee&nbsp;and Ranch Arena stages. The items arranged around its base and in its nooks and crannies change by the minute as the Forest Family gives and takes items.&nbsp;</p>
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Runners competed in either a half-marathon, 10K or 5K.
Muskegon Sports

Search through results from 2018 Mercy Health Seaway Run

Search through results from 2018 Mercy Health Seaway Run

  • * For complete results from any of the three races, just hit Search.
  • * Names and cities will autocomplete if you put in the first letter.
  • * Once you get results, click "Details" for further information on each participant.
Runners competed in either a half-marathon, 10K or 5K.
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Photo highlights from day 2 of Electric Forest 2018, weekend 1.
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Bassnectar, ZHU to highlight Electric Forest 2018 day 3

Bassnectar, ZHU to highlight Electric Forest 2018 day 3

  • American DJ Bassnectar will take the Ranch Arena stage at 12:30 a.m. Bassnectar follows American singer and musician ZHU who is scheduled to play house music at Ranch Arena from 10:15-11:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 23.
  • In its eighth year, this is the second time that Electric Forest will be held during two separate weekends at Double JJ Resort.
  • The event brings together a group of deep house artists, including Codes, Golf Clap, Kyle Watson, Mat.Joe, MAXIMONO, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, plus Good Vibes Soundclash.
Photo highlights from day 2 of Electric Forest 2018, weekend 1.
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Joseph Davies
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Man charged with armed robbery of tanning salon

Man charged with armed robbery of tanning salon

  • MUSKEGON COUNTY, MI - Quick-acting police officers apprehended a suspect in an early-morning robbery of a tanning salon.
  • Joseph Davies, 41, has been charged in Muskegon County District Court with armed robbery and resisting and obstructing police for the incident that occurred June 14.
  • A robber wearing a blue hoody entered the Glo Sun and Shades business at 2279 E. Apple Ave. in Muskegon Township around 8:20 a.m., according to court records and Muskegon County Chief Assistant Prosecutor Timothy Maat.
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The Grand Haven Municipal Marina on June 23, 2018.
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Queen's Cup yacht race participant found dead at Grand Haven Marina

Queen's Cup yacht race participant found dead at Grand Haven Marina

  • GRAND HAVEN, MI -- A 41-year-old Milwaukee man was found dead in the cabin of a boat registered in the Queen's Cup race.
  • Police officers responded to a report of a medical emergency at Grand Haven Municipal Marina at 4:51 a.m. Saturday, according to a news release from the Grand Haven Department of Public Safety.
  • This year's race across Lake Michigan departed from Milwaukee on Friday and ended at Grand Haven.
The Grand Haven Municipal Marina on June 23, 2018.
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Man shot in leg in Southeast Grand Rapids, shows up at hospital

Man shot in leg in Southeast Grand Rapids, shows up at hospital

  • GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- A man had injuries not considered life-threatening after he was shot in the leg in Southeast Grand Rapids late Friday, June 22.
  • The man showed up at a Grand Rapids hospital sometime before midnight.
  • He told police he was shot in the area of Madison Street SE and Dickinson Avenue.
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Roadside Petoskey stone stand is the most Michigan thing ever

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Runners competed in either a half-marathon, 10K or 5K.
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Seaway Run 2018 a family affair in downtown Muskegon

Seaway Run 2018 a family affair in downtown Muskegon

  • MUSKEGON, MI -- For some, participating in a race is an opportunity to bond with family.
  • Like Jerry Bancuk, 69, of Muskegon who ran the 5K at the 2018 Mercy Health Seaway Run with his two granddaughters Hanna Foster, 24, and Bella Foster, 16, of Beach Grove, Ind.
  • In its 37th year, the Seaway Run took place Saturday, June 23 downtown Muskegon.
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Total rainfall forecast through 8 p.m. Saturday, June 23. (from HRRR model)
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Quick rain update for today and Sunday

Quick rain update for today and Sunday

  • Remember, this shows where rain has fallen in the past hour.
  • There will be two areas of spotty rain late this morning and early afternoon.
  • The far southeast corner of Lower Michigan is right under the storm center circulation.
Total rainfall forecast through 8 p.m. Saturday, June 23. (from HRRR model)
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The Tall Ship Manitou sails in Grand Traverse Bay, with its home port in Traverse City.
Life and Culture

Tall Ship Manitou debuts new look, specialty sails on Grand Traverse Bay

Tall Ship Manitou debuts new look, specialty sails on Grand Traverse Bay

  • But when Tall Ship Manitou is nudged from her berth and glides into the bay - her huge sails catching the wind - people who get a glimpse of her might feel like they've just stepped back in time.
  • It represents the workhorse chapter in our maritime history, the type of boat that tirelessly ferried cargo and fed the early industries around the Great Lakes.
  • This season is special for her owners and crew because they undertook a massive renovation project over the winter, and now they get to show off their handiwork.
The Tall Ship Manitou sails in Grand Traverse Bay, with its home port in Traverse City.
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Bubbles form on a creek flowing from Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Cascade Township on Thursday, March 29, 2018. (Neil Blake | MLive.com)
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'What's another month?' say residents awaiting airport PFAS testing

'What's another month?' say residents awaiting airport PFAS testing

  • CASCADE TOWNSHIP, MI -- Residents living near the Grand Rapids airport's contaminated site are keeping relatively calm as they await test results from their properties.
  • Kerr Moyer's question echoed what other residents are saying as they wait for neighboring Ford Airport to test "some" of their residential wells.
  • Ford Airport officials are unable to give an estimate of when and where the residential testing will take place and how many homes will be sampled.
Bubbles form on a creek flowing from Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Cascade Township on Thursday, March 29, 2018. (Neil Blake | MLive.com)
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Kyle Carhart coached Lowell from 2011-2016 (MLive File Photo)
Sports

Kyle Carhart replaces former coach at Forest Hills Central

Kyle Carhart replaces former coach at Forest Hills Central

  • Forest Hills Central has announced that Kyle Carhart is returning to coach his alma mater.
  • Carhart, a 2002 FHC graduate, will take over for his high school coach, Ken George, who stepped down at the conclusion of this past season.
  • He guided the Red Arrows to their most successful season in nearly 40 years in 2015-2016 when Lowell finished 18-6, which was its most victories since 1977-1978.
Kyle Carhart coached Lowell from 2011-2016 (MLive File Photo)
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Man shot to death while trying to break up fight

Antijuan Deshon Moore was trying to break up a fight between a female suspect and group of women when he was shot. He was transported to Hurley Medical Center and later pronounced dead.

Man shot to death while trying to break up fight

  • FLINT, MI -- A 33-year-old man was shot to death while attempting to break up a fight early Saturday morning in Flint.
  • Flint officers and Michigan State Police troopers responded around 1 a.m. Saturday, June 23 to the 1100 block of North Chevrolet Avenue for a reporter of a shooting.
  • Antijuan Deshon Moore was trying to break up a fight between a female suspect and group of women when he was shot.
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<p>In 2014, attempts were made by the state legislature to come to a consensus on a bipartisan road funding deal.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>After that fell through, a supermajority of lawmakers supported <a href="http://www.mlive.com/lansing-news/index.ssf/2015/03/proposal_1_the_right_kind_of_f.html" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>sending a complex plan to voters</u></a>.</p>

From fixing your own to fuel taxes, how Michigan built its roads

From fixing your own to fuel taxes, how Michigan built its roads

How past politicians have attempted to patch the state's potholes.

<p>In 2014, attempts were made by the state legislature to come to a consensus on a bipartisan road funding deal.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>After that fell through, a supermajority of lawmakers supported <a href="http://www.mlive.com/lansing-news/index.ssf/2015/03/proposal_1_the_right_kind_of_f.html" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>sending a complex plan to voters</u></a>.</p>
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Festival-goers dance to Jauz at Tripolee during the second day of the Electric Forest Music Festival in the early morning hours of Saturday, June 23, 2018 at the Double JJ Resort in Rothbury, Michigan.
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Electric Forest 2018 Day 3, Weekend 1

Electric Forest 2018 Day 3, Weekend 1

Photo highlights from day 2 of Electric Forest 2018, weekend 1.

Festival-goers dance to Jauz at Tripolee during the second day of the Electric Forest Music Festival in the early morning hours of Saturday, June 23, 2018 at the Double JJ Resort in Rothbury, Michigan.
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Caitlin Henne
Jackson News

U.S. Presidential Scholar honors go to Springport student

U.S. Presidential Scholar honors go to Springport student

  • SPRINGPORT, MI - A recent Springport High School graduate is being honored as a 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholar.
  • Caitlin Henne joins 161 seniors this year from throughout the country being recognized in Washington, D.C. June 24-26.
  • Henne is an active member in Springport's Future Farmers of America program.
Caitlin Henne
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2018 MSU Gran Fondo takes off in downtown Grand Rapids

Despite the foreboding rain clouds, the 2018 MSU Gran Fondo cycling event began without a hitch in downtown Grand Rapids, Mich., on Saturday, June 23, 2018. The event, meant to raise awareness and funds in the fight against skin cancer, drew hundreds of riders to participate in courses of varying lengths, from a gentle 12-mile coast to an 80-mile trek to Lake Michigan and back. (Casey Sykes | MLive.com)

A Michigan company that makes bulletproof glass sees growth ahead in helping schools to improve security.
Ann Arbor News

Bulletproof glass maker near Lansing sees growth in helping schools

Bulletproof glass maker near Lansing sees growth in helping schools

  • It now hopes to add a new kind of customer - local school districts.
  • Total Security Solutions, created 14 years ago 30 miles east of Lansing, has notched 15-to 20-percent growth each year since 2013, CEO Jim Richards said.
  • The company is moving its headquarters from a 24,000-square-foot facility, 170 National Park Drive, into a 46,000-square-foot-facility, Richards said.
A Michigan company that makes bulletproof glass sees growth ahead in helping schools to improve security.
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A driver enters the third straight away during the junior achievement grand prix, Saturday, June 23, 2018, in Jackson. (Nikos Frazier | MLive.com)
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Junior Achievement Grand Prix

Michigan News

MSU's Engler wants to be judged on actions, not emails

MSU's Engler wants to be judged on actions, not emails

  • EAST LANSING, MI - Michigan State University Interim President and former governor John Engler sat stoically through a meeting where parents, students and sexual assault victims called for his ouster on Friday.
  • Engler, functioning as interim president since January, faced heavy criticism and calls for his resignation after an April email he thought was private went public last week.
  • In it, he accused a victim of ex-MSU doctor Larry Nassar of taking a "kickback" from attorneys - something she said was untrue.
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‘Lethal’ Leon Lawson raises record to 7-0 with unanimos decision over Javier Frazier

Lawson fought on the undercard of the Claressa Shields -Hanna Gabriels fight in Detroit

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Scenes for the Team One Rock the Block Ribfest

Scenes for the Team One Rock the Block Ribfest on Friday, June 22, 2018.

Kalamazoo News

Woman linked to sex trafficker threatens victim's relative via Facebook: agents

Woman linked to sex trafficker threatens victim's relative via Facebook: agents

  • GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- A Battle Creek woman is under arrest after prosecutors say she used Facebook to threaten a relative of a teen witness who helped convict her child's father of sex trafficking.
  • Davi Sarah Bailey, 28, has been arrested on a federal criminal complaint alleging witness retaliation, federal prosecutors say.
  • She made an initial appearance in U.S. District Court in Grand Rapids on Thursday, June 21.
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‘The Pickle’ canpsite at Electric Forest 2018

‘The Pickle’ campsite in general admission camping at Electric Forest features water fill station, DJ booth and drug testing kits on Friday, June 22, 2018.

Kent County Sheriff's Department. (MLive file photo)
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Woman dies in head-on crash near Grand Rapids

Woman dies in head-on crash near Grand Rapids

  • ALPINE TOWNSHIP, MI - A 37-year-old Tyrone Township woman died in a head-on crash in Alpine Township Sunday morning, according to the Kent County Sheriff's office.
  • Deputies have identified the woman as Elizabeth Wirgau, from Tyrone Township.
  • Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash which is currently under investigation, according to the sheriff's office.
Kent County Sheriff's Department. (MLive file photo)
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Electric Forest 2018: Giving Tree pinata breaks open

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Alan Kunz, of Louisville, Kentucky, breaks open a cupcake-shaped piñata at the Giving Tree at Electric Forest 2018 on Friday, June 22, 2018.

Jack De Witt
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Holland area manufacturing leader and philanthropist Jack De Witt dies

Holland area manufacturing leader and philanthropist Jack De Witt dies

  • GRAND RAIDS, MI -- A Holland area food manufacturing leader known for both his faith and philanthropy has died at 75.
  • Jack De Witt, founder of the 900-employee Request Foods, died Friday, June 22 after a 13-month battle with cancer.
  • De Witt in the late 1980s led a group of investors in the purchase of the prepared-entrees division of Bil-Mar -- the turkey processing company his father and uncle founded -- after Sara Lee bought Bil-Mar.
Jack De Witt
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Electric Forest 2018: Zoo Crew group campsite

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The Zoo Crew of Kalamazoo, Michigan, shows off their group campsite at Electric Forest 2018. The site features a geodome and trampoline.

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Ford's plans for Michigan Central Station in Detroit

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Ford has big plans for Detroit's iconic train station and the surrounding Corktown neighborhood. Read more: http://www.mlive.com/auto/index.ssf/2018/06/ford_outlines_plan_for_michiga.html

There are many different ways to camp at Electric Forest
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Trampoline, DJ booths included in Electric Forest 2018 campsites

Trampoline, DJ booths included in Electric Forest 2018 campsites

  • In all areas of the festival campgrounds, attendees do their best to make their campsites a home-away-from-home - a place of rest and relaxation as well as a party hub.
  • In its eighth year, this is the second time that the electronic dance music (EDM) festival will be held during two separate weekends at Double JJ Resort in Rothbury.
  • With around 40 people, the crew from Kalamazoo has made creating a memorable campsite their mission for three years in general admission group camping.
There are many different ways to camp at Electric Forest
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Inside Detroit's Michigan Central Station

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See inside the iconic Detroit train station recently purchased by Ford.

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Firefighters make rescue after kayaks overturn in downtown Grand Rapids

Firefighters make rescue after kayaks overturn in downtown Grand Rapids

  • GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- One woman was taken to a hospital for evaluation after a kayak with two people overturned near a cofferdam in downtown Grand Rapids.
  • A group of five people were in four kayaks and canoes about 4 p.m. Friday, June 22 when one overturned just north of Bridge Street.
  • The kayak was traversing the turbulent waters of a cofferdam -- submerged structures that impede the water flow -- when it turned sideways and flipped over.
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Time-lapse of Sherwood Forest at Electric Forest

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See the crowd buzzing at Sherwood Forest for the 2018 Electric Forest event.

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University of Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh speaks during the Al Glick youth football camp, Saturday, June 23, 2018, in Jackson. The four hour camp, for students in grades 4th through 9th, was held at Jackson High School and coached by current high school coaches and former college and pro football players. (Nikos Frazier | MLive.com)
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Harbaugh speaks at Al Glick youth camp

Francisco Lindor, right, and Michael Brantley slap hands after the top of eighth inning of the team's baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Saturday, June 23, 2018, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Detroit Tigers

Tigers enduring losing skid, overlapping slumps as road trip nears end

Tigers enduring losing skid, overlapping slumps as road trip nears end

  • CLEVELAND -- The Detroit Tigers entered the state of Ohio six days ago riding a five-game winning streak after a road sweep of the Chicago White Sox.
  • Since then, they've lost four games by a combined score of 28-9 to the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Indians.
  • The Tigers have run into two hot teams while enduring overlapping slumps by a handful of players in the lineup.
Francisco Lindor, right, and Michael Brantley slap hands after the top of eighth inning of the team's baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Saturday, June 23, 2018, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
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Francisco Lindor runs the bases after hitting a solo home run off Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Mike Fiers in the third inning Friday, June 22, 2018, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Detroit Tigers

Tigers' road trip gets worse with 10-0 loss to Indians in series opener

Tigers' road trip gets worse with 10-0 loss to Indians in series opener

  • CLEVELAND -- A miserable Ohio road trip got even worse for the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.
  • Cleveland Indians rookie Shane Bieber struck out nine over seven scoreless innings as the Tribe battered the Tigers 10-0 in the series opener at Progressive Field.
  • The Indians (41-33) hit three home runs, including a knockout blow in the seventh inning against reliever Johnny Barbato.
Francisco Lindor runs the bases after hitting a solo home run off Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Mike Fiers in the third inning Friday, June 22, 2018, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
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<p>John Shipman's voice could be heard throughout the Berlin Raceway for four decades.</p>
<p>Tim Steele and Butch Miller went on to enjoy national success, but Berlin is the track that they call home.</p>
<p>Berlin officials announced that Miller, Shipman and Steele's HS Die Racing Team will be inducted into the track's hall of fame this year.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Class of 2018 will be celebrated Aug. 11 during the track's Hall of Fame Night. Members will be officially inducted during Berlin's annual awards ceremony in the fall on a date to be determined.</p>
<p>It's not the first hall of fame they have made. Shipman (1994), Miller (1996) and Steele (2009) also have been inducted into the Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame.</p>
<p>Here's a closer look at the Class of 2018.</p>

Berlin Raceway Hall of Fame: Meet the Class of 2018

Berlin Raceway Hall of Fame: Meet the Class of 2018

A former track champion, an announcer and a race team get the nod for Berlin Raceway's Hall of Fame.

<p>John Shipman's voice could be heard throughout the Berlin Raceway for four decades.</p>
<p>Tim Steele and Butch Miller went on to enjoy national success, but Berlin is the track that they call home.</p>
<p>Berlin officials announced that Miller, Shipman and Steele's HS Die Racing Team will be inducted into the track's hall of fame this year.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Class of 2018 will be celebrated Aug. 11 during the track's Hall of Fame Night. Members will be officially inducted during Berlin's annual awards ceremony in the fall on a date to be determined.</p>
<p>It's not the first hall of fame they have made. Shipman (1994), Miller (1996) and Steele (2009) also have been inducted into the Michigan Motorsports Hall of Fame.</p>
<p>Here's a closer look at the Class of 2018.</p>
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Forest Hills Central's Tate Hallock breaks a tackle by Traverse City Central's Martin Foley during the regional final game at Forest Hills Central High School in Grand Rapids on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
Michigan State Spartans

Michigan State legacy Tate Hallock commits to Spartans

Michigan State legacy Tate Hallock commits to Spartans

  • One day after receiving an offer from Michigan State, the 2019 three-star athlete from Grand Rapids Forest Hills Central announced his commitment to the Spartans via Twitter on Friday night.
  • Hallock, a wide receiver and defensive back, is a Michigan State legacy.
  • His father, Ty Hallock, played for Michigan State from 1989-92 and spent eight seasons in the NFL.
Forest Hills Central's Tate Hallock breaks a tackle by Traverse City Central's Martin Foley during the regional final game at Forest Hills Central High School in Grand Rapids on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017.
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First-round pick Frank Ragnow is the latest hefty investment the Detroit Lions have made into their offensive line.
Detroit Lions

How do you grade the Lions offensive line entering training camp?

How do you grade the Lions offensive line entering training camp?

  • The Lions are just more than a month away from the start of the first training camp of the Matt Patricia era.
  • The roster mostly is what it will be this season, short of when it shrinks to 53 men by the start of the year.
  • In the coming weeks, I'll have my own grade of the talent the Lions are working with at each position group on the roster.
First-round pick Frank Ragnow is the latest hefty investment the Detroit Lions have made into their offensive line.
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The Red Wings selected Filip Zadina with the No. 6 pick in the 2018 draft.
Detroit Red Wings

Detroit Red Wings select forward Filip Zadina with sixth pick

Detroit Red Wings select forward Filip Zadina with sixth pick

  • The Detroit Red Wings have a need for highly skilled defensemen in their system, but they couldn't pass up the opportunity to take a dynamic winger who dropped further than expected Friday at the NHL entry draft.
  • Zadina (6-0, 197), who many projected to be selected as high as third, collected 44 goals and 82 points in 57 games for Halifax.
  • TSN draft analyst Craig Button told MLive that Zadina is an explosive offensive player.
The Red Wings selected Filip Zadina with the No. 6 pick in the 2018 draft.
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West Michigan Whitecaps

Jesus Rodriguez saves 'Caps in 3-2 win

Jesus Rodriguez saves 'Caps in 3-2 win

  • FORT WAYNE, IN - Jesus Rodriguez enjoyed the best start of his professional career as the West Michigan Whitecaps extended their winning streak to six games as part of a 3-2 victory over the Fort Wayne TinCaps Saturday night at Parkview Field.
  • The six-game win streak ties a season-high, set initially from May 18-23 during a seven-game homestand at Fifth Third Ballpark in the first half of the season.
  • Rodriguez (4-3), one of the youngest Whitecaps players, tied career-highs with seven innings pitched and seven strikeouts while allowing two runs on six hits without walking a batter to give the 20-year-old his fourth win in 2018.
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West Michigan Whitecaps

Rodriguez, Rivera power 'Caps to win

Rodriguez, Rivera power 'Caps to win

  • FORT WAYNE, IN - The West Michigan Whitecaps picked up where they left off as Elvin Rodriguez tossed seven strong innings as part of a 5-3 win over the Fort Wayne TinCaps on Friday night at Parkview Field.
  • The 20-year old earned his fifth win of the season and holds a 1.24 ERA in his last six starts spanning 36.1 IP.
  • West Michigan plated three runs in the next frame highlighted by a two-run double from Rey Rivera.
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Forest Hills Central's Tate Hallock runs for a touchdown after making a reception during the regional final game against Traverse City Central at Forest Hills Central High School in Grand Rapids on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017. Forest Hills Central won 28-10. (Neil Blake | MLive.com)
Grand Rapids Sports

Forest Hills Central's Tate Hallock receives Michigan State offer

Forest Hills Central's Tate Hallock receives Michigan State offer

  • Tate Hallock's father played football at Michigan State University, and his brother is there now as a preferred walk-on.
  • Hallock, who will be a senior at Forest Hills Central in the fall, announced Thursday on Twitter that he has received a scholarship offer from the Spartans.
  • "Very excited to receive an offer from one of my dream schools Michigan State University," Hallock wrote.
Forest Hills Central's Tate Hallock runs for a touchdown after making a reception during the regional final game against Traverse City Central at Forest Hills Central High School in Grand Rapids on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017. Forest Hills Central won 28-10. (Neil Blake | MLive.com)
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West Michigan Whitecaps

'Caps and Fort Wayne postponed

'Caps and Fort Wayne postponed

  • FORT WAYNE, IN - Thursday's scheduled game between the West Michigan Whitecaps and Fort Wayne TinCaps at Parkview Field has been postponed due to rain.
  • The Whitecaps have now had eight postponements since the beginning of the 2018 season.
  • With constant rain throughout Thursday in Fort Wayne, the decision was made near game-time to make up Thursday's game as part of a doubleheader on Friday beginning at 5:35 pm.
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Former high school champs meet in 97th Spring Lake Invitational finals

Former high school champs meet in 97th Spring Lake Invitational finals

  • The 97th Spring Lake Invitational Tournament came down to a showdown between a pair of former high school state champions when Sarah White squared off against Anna Kramer.
  • It was White, of East Kentwood, who came away with the victory Thursday afternoon at Spring Lake Country Club.
  • White won the match play tournament after taking a four-stroke lead on the 16th hole.
Sarah White (MLive File Photo)
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Caledonia pitcher Samantha Gehrls winds up in the first inning during the Division 1 championship softball game on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at Michigan State University's Secchia Stadium in East Lansing. Caledonia defeated Hartland 6-4 to clinch the Division 1 title. Jake May | MLive.com
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Five Grand Rapids softball players earn first-team all-state

Five Grand Rapids softball players earn first-team all-state

  • The Michigan High School Softball Coaches Association has released its all-state teams, and there's good news for a number of Grand Rapids area players.
  • Five standouts received first-team honors, while a slew more were honorable mention selections.
  • Check out who has been honored below, and please click here to see the entire team.
Caledonia pitcher Samantha Gehrls winds up in the first inning during the Division 1 championship softball game on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at Michigan State University's Secchia Stadium in East Lansing. Caledonia defeated Hartland 6-4 to clinch the Division 1 title. Jake May | MLive.com
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Aquinas track & field coach Dave Wood announces retirement

Aquinas track & field coach Dave Wood announces retirement

  • Saints head track & field coach Dave Wood has announced his retirement after a lengthy and productive career at Aquinas.
  • Wood has spent the last 23 years of his 43-year coaching career at Aquinas College, leading the track & field program to unforeseen heights.
  • When Wood began at Aquinas in the 1995-96 season, AQ track & field had produced 19 individual All-America honors from 1972 to 1995, including a pair of national champions.
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Whitecaps roster changes: All-Star promoted, 2018 draft pick coming

Whitecaps roster changes: All-Star promoted, 2018 draft pick coming

  • The West Michigan Whitecaps will open the second half of its season 7:05 p.m. today at Fort Wayne, and there are three key changes to their roster.
  • Shortstop Cole Peterson, who participated in Tuesday's Midwest League All-Star Game, has been promoted to Lakeland.
  • Outfielder Brock Deatherage has become the first member of the Detroit Tigers' 2018 draft class to join the Whitecaps.
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Lapeer native to light cauldron for Meijer State Games

Lapeer native to light cauldron for Meijer State Games

  • Jim Slater will be swapping his hockey stick for a torch Friday night at East Kentwood High School's Falcon Stadium.
  • Slater, of Lapeer, has been selected to light the cauldron during the opening ceremonies for the 2018 Meijer State Games of Michigan at 7:30 p.m.
  • The ceremonies will kick off a weekend of multisport competition , which will be contested throughout the West Michigan area.
Jim Slater (MLive File Photo)
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Laker Athletes to Compete at USA Track & Field Championships

Laker Athletes to Compete at USA Track & Field Championships

  • Schedule ResultsBroadcast Schedule The 2018 USA Track & Field Outdoor Championships are set to begin on Thursday (June 21) and continue through Sunday (June 24) in Des Moines, Iowa at Drake Stadium hosted by Drake University, and Grand Valley State will have two student-athletes and two assistant coaches competing at the championships in the field that will feature Olympians and world champions battling for national titles at the USATF Outdoor Championships.
  • Current student-athletes Zach Panning and Rachael Walters will represent the Lakers on Thursday (June 21) in the 10,000m race and the 800m run.
  • Panning, who is seeded with a time of 29:05.65 will be racing in the men's 10,000m race, while Walters enters the women's 800m run with a time of 2:04.48.GVSU will also have assistant pole vault coach Kristen Hixson and assistant throws coach Daniella Hill in the championships, as both will be competing on Sunday (June 24).
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Hope softball's Sydney Jones named Fastpitch News All-American

Hope softball's Sydney Jones named Fastpitch News All-American

  • Hope College's Sydney Jones has received All-America honors from Fastpitch News for the 2018 season.
  • The senior pitcher from South Lyon, Michigan (East HS) is one of 15 second-team selections and 55 honorees overall.
  • This is the second consecutive season Fastpitch News has recognized Jones.
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Calvin's Ben VanScoyk named Ping Division III All-American by College Golf Coaches Association

Calvin's Ben VanScoyk named Ping Division III All-American by College Golf Coaches Association

  • Recent Calvin College graduate Ben VanScoyk has been named a Division III Ping Second Team All-American by the Golf Coaches Association of America.
  • A native of Grand Rapids and a graduate of Grand Rapids Christian High School, VanScoyk is the first Division III All-American in Calvin golf history.
  • VanScoyk completed a memorable 2017-18 campaign last month at the NCAA III Championships in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Calvin's Ben VanScoyk
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Schoolcraft's Nolan Anspaugh (10) celebrates after hitting a triple in the first inning of the 2017 Division 3 semifinals against Traverse City St. Francis at McLane Baseball Stadium in East Lansing. (Mike Mulholland | MLive.com)
Sports

GLIAC Freshman of the Year among those leaving GVSU baseball team

GLIAC Freshman of the Year among those leaving GVSU baseball team

  • SCHOOLCRAFT, MI - As far as freshman seasons go, it's tough to top the rookie campaign Nolan Anspaugh put together with the Grand Valley State University baseball team in 2018.
  • But just as quickly as the centerfielder burst on to the scene in Allendale, Anspaugh, along with teammates Caleb Anspaugh and Ricky Clark, will be leaving the Lakers for Indiana-based Ivy Tech Community College.
  • The three players, including twin brothers Nolan and Caleb, all signed with GVSU out of Schoolcraft High School, where they led the Eagles to the program's first trip to the state semifinals in 2017.
Schoolcraft's Nolan Anspaugh (10) celebrates after hitting a triple in the first inning of the 2017 Division 3 semifinals against Traverse City St. Francis at McLane Baseball Stadium in East Lansing. (Mike Mulholland | MLive.com)
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Cornerstone's Hannah Drake named Google Cloud CoSIDA 2nd Team Academic All-American

Cornerstone's Hannah Drake named Google Cloud CoSIDA 2nd Team Academic All-American

  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - After earning All-American honors in the Triple Jump during the indoor and outdoor seasons, Hannah Drake added one more national award to her season as she was named a Google Cloud CoSIDA 2nd Team Academic All-American.
  • The honor, which is voted on by Sports Information Directors around the country, is a career first for the junior.
  • Hannah Drake earned 2nd Team Academic All-American honors from CoSIDA this week after a brilliant junior season on the Track.
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This is Michigan's only minor league baseball pooch, JJ the bat dog

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Michigan Entertainment

Things to Do this weekend all over Michigan, June 22-24, 2018

Pure Michigan has teamed up with Treat Dreams in the Metro Detroit area to create three unique, limited-time ice cream flavors inspired by Michigan travel.
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Celebrate the first day of summer with 3 new, Pure Michigan ice cream flavors

Celebrate the first day of summer with 3 new, Pure Michigan ice cream flavors

  • Today (June 21, 2018), Pure Michigan is launching three limited-edition ice cream flavors with Metro Detroit ice cream-maker Treat Dreams .
  • The flavors are inspired by "essential summer activities in Michigan," according to reps.
  • Available for two weeks (through July 8) at Treat Dreams in Ferndale and Detroit are:
Pure Michigan has teamed up with Treat Dreams in the Metro Detroit area to create three unique, limited-time ice cream flavors inspired by Michigan travel.
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Visitors to Mackinac Island get early glimpse of U.P. artists in ArtPrize

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The front of a Shelby Mustang GT350 is seen at Cars and Coffee at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, Mich., on Friday, June 15, 2018. (Casey Sykes | MLive.com)

Dozens of custom, high-performance cars displayed in Grand Rapids

Dozens of custom, high-performance cars displayed in Grand Rapids

Dozens of cars, spanning from classic to cutting edge, were on display.

The front of a Shelby Mustang GT350 is seen at Cars and Coffee at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, Mich., on Friday, June 15, 2018. (Casey Sykes | MLive.com)
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41 must-visit Mexican restaurants in Michigan

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Michigan Food and Dining

Hot waffle ice cream sandwich a popular treat at a Michigan custard shop

This was the first Muskegon location to win a Michigan's Best competition.
Michigan's Best

Michigan's Best Mexican restaurant is El Tapatio in Muskegon

Michigan's Best Mexican restaurant is El Tapatio in Muskegon

  • We traveled the entire state of Michigan -- from the Lower Peninsula to the Upper Peninsula, as well as Detroit, Lansing, Saginaw, Flint, Ann Arbor, Jackson and other smaller communities -- and we found it here!
  • Our Michigan's Best Team of Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez then visited each finalist to actually dine at each restaurant learn more about each one's story.
  • But El Tapatio won us over with an overall presentation, great drink menu and homemade - yes, homemade corn masa tortillas that they make every day on site.
This was the first Muskegon location to win a Michigan's Best competition.
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Ice Cube is coming to Grand Rapids in concert for the first time ever in July 2018. (Photo by Tanya Moutzalias of MLive)
Michigan Music

Ice Cube reuniting with N.W.A. for a concert in Grand Rapids along with Ice T

Ice Cube reuniting with N.W.A. for a concert in Grand Rapids along with Ice T

  • GRAND RAPIDS, MI - One of the biggest names in rap history is reuniting with some of his fellow N.W.A.
  • members as Ice Cube is set to perform in Grand Rapids for the first time ever.
  • The concert will be at Van Andel Arena on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 8pm.
Ice Cube is coming to Grand Rapids in concert for the first time ever in July 2018. (Photo by Tanya Moutzalias of MLive)
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These are the 10 best Mexican restaurants in Michigan

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Mac and cheese bun burger on the menu at a Michigan restaurant

THE BACHELORETTE - "Episode 1403" - Becca looks to recover after last week's drama as she takes six gentlemen on a spa date, where they unexpectedly must offer the services to some of the Bachelorette's close friends from the most recent season of "The Bachelor." Chris joins Becca at the iconic Capitol Records studios where GRAMMY Award-winning artist Richard Marx not only sings to the couple but tasks them to write heartfelt lyrics about each other. One hopeful bachelor has a freak accident which could have terrible consequences. A group of men meet Becca at a football field to run drills with professional Legends Football League stars and then play a lively game. Former NFL star Keyshawn Johnson joins Chris Harrison for the play by play until a devastating tackle ends the fun and games. The injured suitor will need to make a decision that will impact not only Becca but the rest of the house, on "The Bachelorette," MONDAY, JUNE 11 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network. (ABC/Paul Hebert)
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Eminem's 'girlfriend,' Nicki Minaj, to bring tour with Future to Detroit in 2018

Eminem's 'girlfriend,' Nicki Minaj, to bring tour with Future to Detroit in 2018

  • The hip-hop global superstar will be at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday, September 26 at 7:30pm with special guest Future.
  • Minaj is set to release her fourth studio album, "Queen" on August 10.
  • The multi-award-winning rapper will tour with Future in 50 cities across North America and Europe.
Photo of Nicki Minaj by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP
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<p><strong>BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ | </strong><a href="https://www.mlive.com/expo/erry-2018/05/73a377ba042968/gonzo@mlive.com">gonzo@mlive.com</a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>and <strong>AMY SHERMAN | </strong><a href="https://www.mlive.com/expo/erry-2018/05/73a377ba042968/asherma2@mlive.com">asherma2@mlive.com</a></p>
<p>Before we announce our results, we thought we would share some photos and a look back at our 41 finalists in the search for <a href="http://topics.mlive.com/tag/best-mexican-restaurant/">Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant.</a></p>
<p>We know this is long, but please scroll through to find some of your favorites.</p>
<p>Look for our Top 10 List, special awards and Best of the Rest later this week.</p>
<p>Here is the complete itinerary, followed by some of our favorite photos and videos.</p>
<p>Follow our <strong>Michigan's Best</strong> series at <a href="http://www.mlive.com/michigansbest/">mlive.com/michigansbest</a>.</p>
<p>See the <a href="http://www.mlive.com/michigansbest/2018/06/michigans_best_mexican_restaur.html#incart_river_index"><strong>Top 10 List and winner HERE</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
<p>Have a great day, everyone.</p>
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Our 41 finalists for Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant in Photos

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Our 41 finalists for Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant in Photos

John Gonzalez and Amy Sherman made 40 visits on the search for Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant. Check out the photos.

<p><strong>BY JOHN D. GONZALEZ | </strong><a href="https://www.mlive.com/expo/erry-2018/05/73a377ba042968/gonzo@mlive.com">gonzo@mlive.com</a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>
<p>and <strong>AMY SHERMAN | </strong><a href="https://www.mlive.com/expo/erry-2018/05/73a377ba042968/asherma2@mlive.com">asherma2@mlive.com</a></p>
<p>Before we announce our results, we thought we would share some photos and a look back at our 41 finalists in the search for <a href="http://topics.mlive.com/tag/best-mexican-restaurant/">Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant.</a></p>
<p>We know this is long, but please scroll through to find some of your favorites.</p>
<p>Look for our Top 10 List, special awards and Best of the Rest later this week.</p>
<p>Here is the complete itinerary, followed by some of our favorite photos and videos.</p>
<p>Follow our <strong>Michigan's Best</strong> series at <a href="http://www.mlive.com/michigansbest/">mlive.com/michigansbest</a>.</p>
<p>See the <a href="http://www.mlive.com/michigansbest/2018/06/michigans_best_mexican_restaur.html#incart_river_index"><strong>Top 10 List and winner HERE</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
<p>Have a great day, everyone.</p>
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Life and Culture

Our search for Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant wraps up

Our search for Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant wraps up

  • Our search for Michigan's Best Mexican Restaurant officially concluded today in New Baltimore at Trini's Mexican Carry Out, a tiny, seven-seat restaurant that finished second in the Metro Detroit area poll.
  • Now it's time to go over our tasting notes, photos, videos and all the research of eating at 40 tremendous restaurants.
  • These were restaurants you nominated and voted on when we announced the search last month.
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