Friday, September 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Portage. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 64-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured in Portage after his Yamaha collided with a van exiting a parking lot. WWMT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Comstock Public Schools initiated construction of a new $31 million STEM Academy, marking its first new building in over 50 years to enhance its high-scoring STEM program. WWMT
- ➤ Portage North Middle School's alleged threat of violence was deemed not credible after an investigation by school staff and local public safety officials. WWMT
- ➤ Dr. Edward Montgomery, president of Western Michigan University, announced his retirement in June 2025 after seven years of leadership. WWMT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Parts of West Michigan, notably far southern Branch County, have officially entered a drought condition, with affected areas experiencing significant dryness and a lack of rainfall. WWMT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer appeals to President Joe Biden after FEMA denied assistance for tornado damage in four counties, seeking crucial financial aid for recovery. WKZO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Red Cross is experiencing a critical blood shortage and is hosting a blood drive in Portage on Sept. 13 to alleviate the emergency. WWMT
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