Michigan’s first case this year of Eastern equine encephalitis was detected in a horse in Van Buren County, the state announced.

The mosquito-borne virus was found in a Standardbred filly that was unvaccinated against EEE, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development said in a news release this week. EEE is transmitted through mosquito bites to animals and people and cases are typically seen in Michigan in late summer to early fall, according to MDARD.

“It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito to cause a severe illness,” Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, the state’s chief medical executive, is quoted saying in the news release. “We urge Michiganders to take precautions such as using an EPA-registered insect repellent when outdoors, avoiding areas where mosquitoes are present if possible, and wearing clothing to cover arms and legs to prevent bites.”

Bagdasarian called EEE “one of the most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases” in the country. According to the CDC, about 30% of people with EEE die.

This is the only EEE case so far this year in Michigan, but West Nile virus has been detected in 48 mosquito pools, 12 wild birds and one person, according to the news release.

“While this is the first case of EEE detected this season, other mosquito-borne diseases have been discovered throughout Michigan, including one human case of West Nile virus,” State Veterinarian Dr. Nora Wineland is quoted saying in the news release. “These detections clearly indicate disease is circulating in the state’s mosquito population, making it crucial to protect animals and people against these insects.”

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To protect animals, the state offered suggestions, including talking to a veterinarian about vaccinating horses against EEE and other mosquito-borne diseases; eliminating standing water; placing livestock in barns under fans and keeping pets inside during peak mosquito activity, and using an inspect repellent on animals that is approved for the species.

The state recommends people protect themselves by applying insect repellents, wearing light-colored, long-sleeved shirts and long pants when outside and emptying water from potential mosquito breeding sites, like buckets and kiddie pools.

For more information about EEE, go to www.michigan.gov/EEE.

EAST LANSING, Mich. — One of the biggest transfers Michigan State acquired after its “Spring Showcase” in April was running back Kay’Ron Lynch-Adams.

Lynch-Adams joined the Spartans after two years at the University of Massachusetts. Prior to that, he spent two seasons at Rutgers. He comes off an impressive 2023 season in which he was named to the Phil Steele All-Independent First Team.

The transfer running back addressed the media following Michigan State’s practice on Thursday.

Below is a partial transcript of Lynch-Adams’ presser:

Q: What made you join MSU?

Lynch-Adams: “Really just the staff. I got a chance to talk to the players. Aaron Alexander was here, was at Massachussetts with me, and that was kind of like my inside connection to kind of get some feel for the things that were going on. But from everything he was kind of telling me, it was a really good fit. And I was in the Big Ten before, and now, I reallty want to be back in the Big again. So, God blessed me to be here again.”

Q: How are you most like Nate Carter and what’s the biggest difference between you two?

Lynch-Adams: I like Nate a lot. I like his game. Real fast, elusive guy. The biggest difference? I don’t know too many differences. I think we’re pretty similar, but I do think we are different in a way. We’re not the same back. But I really like his game, really fast, really elusive, and I like watching him work every day.”

You can view Coach Jonathan Smith’s presser from Monday below:

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A foul-mouthed defendant will be in jail for over a year after he told a Michigan judge to “kiss my a–” in an expletive-laced outburst in court, wild video shows.

Darrell Jarrell appeared before Washtenaw County Judge Cedric Simpson on Wednesday for a simple misdemeanor trespassing charge — but as the judge was about to adjourn, he decided to sound off.

“I’m tired of this state. I’m ready to leave this state as soon as possible,” Jarrell said.

“It’s trespassing. I could technically leave, and you guys could issue a warrant and as long as I don’t return, you can just kiss my ass,” he ranted, video shows.

Simpson did not appreciate the swearing.

“You know what? No, no no. I’m gonna tell you what –” he started.

“F–k you!” Jarrell interrupted.

“That’s contempt. That’s 93 (day misdemeanor),” Simpson shot back.

But Jarell again said “F–k you,” to which Simpson ordered he be slapped with another 93 days.

As the bailiff escorted Jarell out of the courtroom, he continued hurling profanities at the judge six times, nabbing at total of 558 days behind bars.

“That’s six 93s, consecutive,” Simpson told the court.

The eruption reportedly stemmed from Jarell being unhappy about his court date — but when Simpson attempted to explain that his attorneys had been unable to get in contact with him, causing the delay, he became upset, Fox 2 Detroit reported.

The judge quickly moved on to the next case for defendant Keith Jenkins, whose jaw dropped to the floor in shock during Jarell’s blowup as he waited his turn on a Zoom call, video shows.

Jenkins remained speechless as Simpson introduced his case.

“How are you doing your honor? How are you doing, sir?” Jenkins, chuckling, politely asked.

“I’m doing great!” Simpson responded with a laugh, and told Jenkins he was unbothered by Jarell’s conduct. 

That’s because Simpson has dealt with difficult defendants before.

The judge made national news earlier this year when a man busted for driving with a suspended license appeared before him in a courtroom Zoom call — while driving a car.

Simpson looked dumbfounded as Corey Harris, 44, was seen behind the wheel during his May 15 appearance.

“Mr. Harris, are you driving?” Simpson said, according to footage posted by mlive.com.

Simpson casually said he was — and the judge promptly revoked Harris’ bond and sentenced him to jail time.