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Michigan state parks host summer fitness classes

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Thursday, June 13th, 2013, 7:00am
Michigan state parks host summer fitness classes

LANSING, Mich. (AP & WZZM) - State parks in Michigan are offering outdoor fitness classes such as yoga and tai chi this summer.

The Department of Natural Resources' Fresh Air Fit program has instruction tailored to workout veterans as well as newcomers. Examples range from a "martial arts outdoor boot camp" at Bay City State Recreation Area to low-impact aerobics and Warrior X Fit kickboxing at Interlochen State Park in Grand Traverse County. 

From June 10 through August 14, Grand Haven State Park will be hosting a “Zumba Beach Party” every Monday and Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.  Muskegon State Park is hosting its own “Beach Boot Camp” and Eco Trek Fitness throughout the summer.

The classes are taught by local instructors.

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LST 393 hosts Friday night 'Movies On Deck'

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Thursday, June 6th, 2013, 7:00am
LST 393 hosts Friday night 'Movies On Deck'

MUSKEGON, Mich.-- This summer, families are invited to bring their own chairs to watch a popular movie on the top deck of the LST 393 Veterans Museum.

The first family favorite, “Ghostbusters,” sponsored by the Watermark Center, will air June 7. Every movie starts at 10 p.m. and is free, but a donation is encouraged to help with future restoration needs. Refreshments, popcorn, soda and other snacks will be available for purchase.

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Correction: Free health screenings available June 8

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Wednesday, June 5th, 2013, 7:00am
Correction: Free health screenings available June 8

Sam’s Club will host free men’s health screenings June 8 in honor of Men’s Health Month.

The free screenings will take place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at all Sam’s Club stores that contain a pharmacy.  While the health screening event focuses on men’s health, free testing will be available for women as well.

Testing available during the free health screening event would normally cost an uninsured individual up to $150.  The tests include:

  • PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test for men
  • TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) test for women
  • Blood pressure
  • BMI (body mass index)
  • Vision

Recent surveys have found many men do not visit their primary care physician annually, even though preventative screenings can reduce the risk of common diseases like prostate cancer.

Sam’s Club has four pharmacies in West Michigan at the following locations:

  • 3901 Alpine Ave. N.W.
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Second annual Michigan’s West Coast Lighthouse Festival returns June 1

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Thursday, May 30th, 2013, 11:02am
Second annual Michigan’s West Coast Lighthouse Festival returns June 1

This weekend, visitors will have the chance to check out six lighthouses along 90 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline in two days.

The West Coast Lighthouse Festival also features the annual openings of the Muskegon South pierhead light and the Manistee pierhead light. Family-friendly, lighthouse-themed activities will run all weekend long until 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 2.

The Michigan West Coast Lighthouse Festival begins at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 1. For more information, call (231) 845-7417 or visit http://www.whitelake.org/.

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Wings of Mercy Fundraiser in Muskegon

Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Part-time Blogger, Part-time Receptionist & Cook on "In the Kitchen w/Kal"
Wednesday, May 29th, 2013, 10:00am
Wings of Mercy Fundraiser in Muskegon

June 1 is the chosen day for the 18th Annual CareAffaire fundraiser at Muskegon Airport from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., to raise money for Wings of Mercy.

Wings of Mercy is a volunteer pilot organization that provides free airfare for patients with limited funds and financially unable to pay for commercial or charter airfare when medical care is needed at some distant medical center.

Airplane rides will be available, along with a pancake breakfast, 5K run or walk, a classic car show and airplanes to look at. The run starts at 8am and you may register at http://www.runforwings.org/ or call Jim Boes at (231) 955-8321. There is a $6 charge for the pancake breakfast with a max of $25 per family.

This event is held at the Executive Air Transport and is hosted by the Muskegon Lions Club.

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Fish for free June 8 & 9

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013, 4:05pm
Fish for free June 8 & 9

All anglers can fish for free June 8 and 9.

As part of Free Fishing Weekend, the state is waiving all fishing license fees for residents and out-of-state visitors. Free Fishing Weekend applies to all species of fish in inland waters and Michigan’s Great Lakes.  All other fishing regulations still apply.

Michigan is home to more than 3,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline, over 11,037 inland lakes and 36,350 miles of rivers and streams.  To find inland lakes in your area, click here.

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Lost Boat Ceremony on May 26

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Friday, May 24th, 2013, 7:00am
Lost Boat Ceremony on May 26

MUSKEGON, Mich.-- The public is invited to experience a Lost Boat Ceremony on Sunday, May 26 at the USS Silversides Submarine Museum in Muskegon.

The 11 a.m. ceremony honors  the 3,000 men who lost their lives during World War ll.  Vice Admiral Albert Konetzi Jr. and Senator Goeff Hansen will lead the presentation.

History: A few days after the attack on Pearl Harbor,  the USS Silversides was commissioned. It completed 14 combat war patrols during WWll, and is credited for sinking 23 major Japanese ships. In 1964, the vessel was decommissioned from active service and moved to Chicago until 1969. For its commendable service, the USS Silversides was given 12 battle stars and four presidential unit citations.

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