Tag: michigan
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Elissa Slotkin, Jason Crow urge fellow Democrats to ’play offense’ in response to Trump | TRAIL MIX
Calling the second Trump administration “an existential threat to democracy,” Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin urged donors attending a campaign fundraiser for fellow Democrat U.S. Rep. Jason Crow to push party leaders to abandon their defensive crouch and get serious. Delivering informal keynote remarks at the annual Crow Fest on Sept. 27 at Breckenridge Brewery in…
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Willis Ward was benched on the Michigan football squad for being Black. His teammate, Gerald Ford, stuck up for him and became his lifelong friend.
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save In 1934, Willis Ward was the only Black player on the University of Michigan football team. He was a very good student and an exceptional athlete. But when an opposing coach for Georgia Tech refused…
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In Colorado rally, Haley says GOP can reverse setback only by breaking from Trump; Johnston unveils 2024 priorities | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Today is Feb. 28, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley said Tuesday at a campaign rally in Colorado that Republicans can only reverse the setbacks the party has suffered in the state by breaking Donald Trump’s grip on the GOP. Three days after losing her home state…
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NBA mock draft: Denver Nuggets add guard depth at No. 26
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Teams across the NBA will be looking to follow the Milwaukee Bucks’ lead by adding a player capable of bringing a championship to their city in Thursday’s draft. Here’s a shot at predicting the first round, including the Denver Nuggets’ pick at No. 26. 1.…
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Venture capital funding surges to first-half records in Colorado, U.S.
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Venture funding surged to record levels for the first half of the year in Colorado Springs, statewide and nationwide, according to a report from Pitchbook and the National Venture Capital Association. Nearly all such funding in Colorado Springs came in the first quarter, when software…
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Colorado College hockey coach Kris Mayotte excited about incoming class
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Colorado College first-year hockey coach Kris Mayotte announced his first recruiting class Monday. The group of seven includes two sons of former NHL players. “For us, this is opportunity to add to what our vision is and what we’re trying to build here and be…
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Rockies 2021 MLB Draft: Every pick for rounds 11-20
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The 2021 MLB Draft is over and the Rockies have 21 new faces in their system. From outfielder Benny Montgomery, who they selected at No. 8 overall, to their 20 other picks, the Rockies feel as though they had a successful draft. “The scouting principles…
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Musical swings return to Green Mountain Falls for Green Box Arts Festival
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Friday through July 7, Green Mountain Falls, most events are free, some require pre-registration, go online for full schedule; greenboxarts.org What began as a way for the New York City-based dance company Keigwin + Company to get away from the big city for part of…