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Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ UAW Local 2093 workers at American Axle and Manufacturing in Three Rivers presented contract demands — including fairer wages, profit sharing, improved health care, and job security — as negotiations continue before their contract expires May 31; workers noted a wage cut from $29 to $14.50 in 2008. WKZO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Michigan has seen severe weather since March 6 when rapid temperature swings triggered tornadoes, hail that mimicked snow, and high winds — Meteorologist Collin Rogers explained that these volatile conditions will ease as warmer air arrives. Residents are advised to stay alert for changing forecasts. WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan's men's basketball stays No. 3 in the AP Poll with a 32-2 record and will open the NCAA Tournament on Thursday at 7:10 p.m. in Buffalo, while the women's team remains No. 9 as a 2 seed with first-round games at Crisler Center & strong tournament hopes. MLive
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10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Rockhound Rock Shop — $30 per person — Create artistic scenes with vibrant yarn and meet fellow crafting enthusiasts.
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