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Sailing by the seat of his pants: Michigan man auctions breeches to travel the world

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By Neil Blake Verified
| Wolverine Confidential
It only took a few months for canoe adventurer Peter Frank to start putting the pieces together for another voyage, one that will take him far beyond the borders of the United States. But first, he needs a bigger boat. Frank is planning to circumnavigate the globe in a sailboat. And to help fund the expedition, he is auctioning off pants that he sewed himself while canoeing his way back to Michigan from Florida. Peter Frank pictured in Illinois while on his way to Chicago and Lake Michigan.
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Lionel Richie surprises employees on opening night of new Acrisure Amphitheater

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By Neil Blake Verified
| Grand Rapids Press
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Hours before headlining the opening night of the new Acrisure Amphitheater, Lionel Richie surprised employees of the company at its corporate headquarters downtown. The Grammy winning entertainer arrived at the offices and joked with CEO Greg Williams about having him sing “All Night Long” with him on stage. For some employees and longtime fans, it was extra special to see the icon come to their office.
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Forest Hills Central celebrates in glitz and glamor at ‘Under the Sea’ themed prom

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By Neil Blake Verified
| Wolverine Confidential
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Downtown was hopping Saturday night as Forest Hills Central High School High School students celebrated their 2026 prom. About 400 students and guests gathered for an Under the Sea themed prom on May 9 at the public museum in downtown Grand Rapids. The students ate diner riverside and rode the 1928 Spillman Carousel before the dance floor came to life. Seniors Samuel Bauchan and Sonja Cameron were named prom king and queen.
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