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News from June 2024

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EMU football players earn spots on Phil Steele's preseason All-MAC teams

By East Michigan News | Jun 12, 2024

Eastern Michigan University has seen six of its football players recognized in Phil Steele's Preseason All-Mid-American Conference teams. The announcement from Phil Steele's College Football Preview highlights the achievements of these athletes.

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Andy Walker named head coach of EMU men’s golf team

By East Michigan News | Jun 12, 2024

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Vice President/Director of Athletics Scott Wetherbee announced the hiring of Andy Walker as head coach of the men's golf program on June 12. This announcement follows a $6.5 million commitment from GameAbove to support EMU Golf.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Isabella County in week ending June 8?

By East Michigan News | Jun 11, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Isabella County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Eastern Michigan sees record number of players on Athlon Sports Preseason All-MAC list

By East Michigan News | Jun 11, 2024

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) has achieved a notable milestone with 15 of its football players being named to the Athlon Sports Preseason All-MAC list. This marks the highest number of EMU athletes recognized since the list's inception in 2014 and ties for third-most in the Mid-American Conference (MAC).

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CMU plans three-day Juneteenth celebration focusing on community building

By East Michigan News | Jun 11, 2024

Central Michigan University (CMU) will celebrate Juneteenth this year with a series of events spanning three days, aiming to reflect on past celebrations while steering the holiday towards a more deliberate future. The highlight of the celebration is a community gathering at Mount Pleasant’s Island Park from 4 to 8 p.m. on June 19, marking the conclusion of the festivities.

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Eastern Michigan adds Payton Bloedow to lacrosse roster for 2024-25 season

By East Michigan News | Jun 11, 2024

The Eastern Michigan University (EMU) lacrosse program has announced the addition of transfer midfielder Payton Bloedow to its 2024-25 roster. Head Coach Sara Tisdale confirmed the news on Tuesday, June 11. Bloedow, who hails from Prior Lake, Minnesota, and previously played for Stony Brook University, will join the Eagles this fall after graduating from SBU in two years.

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Central Michigan University partners with SpartanNash for educational benefits

By East Michigan News | Jun 11, 2024

Central Michigan University and food solutions company SpartanNash have announced an educational alliance, providing significant benefits to over 17,000 Associates nationwide. The collaboration, which began in December 2023 and will continue until December 2028, highlights both institutions' commitment to enhancing the growth of SpartanNash Associates and their families.

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Jay Smith joins Eastern Michigan men's basketball as assistant coach

By East Michigan News | Jun 10, 2024

Eastern Michigan University's men's basketball team has announced the addition of Jay Smith to its coaching staff. Smith will serve as Assistant Coach and Player Development, a role confirmed by Head Coach Stan Heath on June 10.

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Student's research prompts state action on contaminated pond

By East Michigan News | Jun 10, 2024

A Central Michigan University student researching a slow-moving plume of hazardous chemicals made a discovery that prompted a state agency to pause its use of a fish-stocking pond.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Isabella County in week ending June 8?

By East Michigan News | Jun 9, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Isabella County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Eastern Michigan University unveils Crosby Field in exclusive celebration

By East Michigan News | Jun 9, 2024

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) is set to host a special event on June 21 at Rynearson Stadium, celebrating the unveiling of Crosby Field. The occasion will honor Maxx and Rachel Crosby as they return to their alma mater. This private event, open only to the first 200 registrants, offers attendees a chance to engage in several activities.

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East Michigan News area weekly mass times

By East Michigan News | Jun 8, 2024

The following parishes in the East Michigan News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Clare County had the cheapest diesel in week ending June 1

By East Michigan News | Jun 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Clare County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Legislative softball game raises $34K for charity aiding grieving children

By East Michigan News | Jun 6, 2024

The second annual Legislative Softball Game for Charity successfully raised $34,000 for Ele’s Place, an organization dedicated to aiding grieving children through various services such as peer-to-peer support groups and bereavement counseling.

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Eighteen EMU rowers named CRCA national scholar-athletes

By East Michigan News | Jun 6, 2024

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) has announced that 18 of its rowing student-athletes have been recognized as Collegiate Rowing Coaches Association (CRCA) National Scholar-Athletes. The announcement was made on Thursday, June 6.

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Eastern Michigan University reorganizes track and field program leadership

By East Michigan News | Jun 5, 2024

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) has announced a reorganization of its Track & Field program, aiming to maintain its longstanding success in the Mid-American Conference. The changes, set to take effect on July 1, involve key leadership shifts within the coaching staff.

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EMU athletes excel in academics with Academic All-MAC honors

By East Michigan News | Jun 5, 2024

Eastern Michigan University's track and field programs have made a significant mark on the Mid-American Conference's Academic All-MAC list for the 2024 outdoor season. A total of 23 student-athletes from EMU were recognized, with 16 women and seven men receiving honors.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Isabella County in week ending June 1?

By East Michigan News | Jun 4, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Isabella County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Isabella County in week ending June 1

By East Michigan News | Jun 4, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Isabella County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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CMU animators collaborate with NASA to convey climate change emotions

By East Michigan News | Jun 4, 2024

Animators at Central Michigan University are exploring the use of animation to help scientists communicate climate change to the public. The challenge lies in conveying the intense concern felt by the scientific community, which is not easily captured through data alone.