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Juwan Howard and Michigan plummet in Big Ten; Tom Izzo and Spartans make push toward NCAA Tournament

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February 1, 2024

Juwan Howard and Michigan plummet in Big Ten; Tom Izzo and Spartans make push toward NCAA Tournament

By LARRY LAGE
The Associated Press

ANN ARBOR — Tom Izzo, celebrating win No. 700 of his Hall of Fame career at Michigan State, delivered a message to fans in the stands on Tuesday night.

“We got a lot of work to do,” Izzo said after the Spartans routed rival Michigan 81-62. “But we ain’t dead yet.”

The Wolverines, meanwhile, are struggling mightily under embattled coach Juwan Howard.

Michigan (7-14, 2-8 Big Ten) has lost four straight and nine of 10, plummeting to last place in the conference.

The season has gone so poorly that athletic director Warde Manuel was asked last week about Howard’s future, and simply said he’s in full support of the former member of the Fab Five and will evaluate the season after it is over.

Howard missed the start of the season while covering from heart surgery. His former strength and conditioning coach, Jon Sanderson, has been away from the team for about two months since an unspecified incident occurred with Howard.

“Based on a thorough internal review, nothing was found to warrant disciplinary action for anyone involved,” Manuel said Dec. 15 in a statement.

Howard has had another off-the-court issue to deal with, playing without Dug McDaniel for nearly a month when the Wolverines are on the road because the starting point guard is working toward academic goals.

“While I am disappointed, this is not something we take lightly,” Howard said Jan. 10 in a statement.

The setbacks have led to Michigan falling short of modest expectations after averaging nearly 20 wins over Howard’s first four seasons, reaching an NCAA regional final in his first year and the Sweet 16 in his second season.

Among Michigan’s many problems, defense has been the biggest.

“I take full blame,” Howard said.

While the Wolverines have had some encouraging stretches of play within games, they have often failed to sustain success and have allowed teams to go on big runs to take control.

“It’s those droughts where it’s like, mentally we lose it,” Howard said. “Is it confidence, or the basics? I think it’s a little bit of both.”

Howard knows it’s not going to get any easier in conference play.

“It’s going to reveal who you really are in terms of the level of talent, level of coaching,” he said.

The Spartans (13-8, 5-5) are starting to show signs of promise after starting the season ranked No. 4 in the AP Top 25 before plummeting out of the poll with five losses in their first 10 games.

“We’ve shown spurts and signs of it throughout the year, even with some of our tough losses,” point guard A.J. Hoggard said. “But we have to be more consistent, and get back to being confident in ourselves and still feeling like that team that everybody had high expectations for and just playing like we know how.”

Michigan State started to bounce back with a 24-point win over then-No. 6 Baylor on Dec. 16 in Detroit, the first of nine victories in a 12-game stretch that has put the program in a position to earn a 26th consecutive bid to the NCAA Tournament.

The Spartans trailed Michigan by two at halftime in their first of two meetings before putting it together on both ends of the court to outscore Howard’s team 48-27 in the second half.

“I should be more excited, but I’m not because I have bigger goals,” Izzo said.

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SW Michigan show returns as growing destination for vinyl collectors

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May 11, 2026

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SW Michigan show returns as growing destination for vinyl collectors

BENTON HARBOR — Vinyl collectors and music fans are invited to dig through thousands of records and music collectibles at the Southwest Michigan Record Show.

The event is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 16 at Grand Upton Hall inside Lake Michigan College’s Mendel Center in Benton Harbor, according to a press release.

Now in its fourth season, the show features 25 vendors from five states, offering 70 tables filled with vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, record supplies and music memorabilia.

Free admission begins at 10 a.m.

General admission is free starting at 10 a.m., while early entry is available at 8:30 a.m. for $5. Door prize drawings are planned for 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., including $25 shopping certificates and record supplies from BCW Supplies. The first 75 attendees will receive free tote bags.

A food truck will be on site, and cash is preferred for purchases. Some vendors may accept cards, PayPal, Venmo and other payment methods, but there is no ATM on site.

Vendors from across the Midwest and beyond

The show is expected to feature a wide selection of music genres, including classic rock, pop, ’80s, metal, punk, jazz, blues, R&B, country and soundtracks.

“This show is still being discovered, and that’s part of what makes it exciting,” event organizer Jeremy D. Bonfiglio said in the release. “We’ve built a strong group of experienced vendors, so whether you’re just getting into vinyl or digging for something rare, there’s a real opportunity here to find something unexpected.”

Free parking is available near the entrance of Mendel Center, 2755 Napier Ave.

Future dates planned

The Southwest Michigan Record Show is also scheduled to return Sept. 19.

For more information, visit southwestmichiganrecordshow.com or follow the event on Facebook.

This story was created by reporter Cheryl Morey, with the assistance of artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing.

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Yes, you can play curling in West Michigan

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May 10, 2026

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Yes, you can play curling in West Michigan

ALGOMA TOWNSHIP, Mich. — The spirit of curling is one of friendship.

While memory of the Winter Olympics may have long melted away in the minds of many Americans, there some whose curiousness for the sport of curling has extended all the way into the springtime.

“Everybody’s having fun,” said Paul Curran, league manager for the Grand Rapids Curling Club. “It’s a really weird sport in that it’s really friendly.”

The club, which plays at the Cedar Rock Sportsplex in Algoma Township, has seen a recent spike in interest in its beginners leagues and learn to curl classes.

“We’re all here to curl and learn,” said beginner Aaron Schwieterman. “Everyone’s making mistakes, but still having a great time learning the sport and trying to mimic what the professionals do at the Olympics.”

“I recommend it to anybody who wants to try something different,” said beginner Margaret Steketee. “If I can do it, anybody can do it.”

For a period of time on the ice, these newcomers to the sport turn into competitors. Then, at the conclusions of their games, they revert to being friends.

“Largely, what you’ll find with curlers is that when they’re done curling, they want to be friendly and hang out,” Curran said. “Which is what our league is doing right now.”

As long as people are interested, Curran says the club will continue to put on beginners leagues and lessons.

“The more people we get out here curling, the better,” he said.

For more information on ways to play and learn how to curl in West Michigan, visit the Grand Rapids Curling Club’s website.

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Michigan Lottery Daily 3, Daily 4 results for May 9, 2026

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May 10, 2026

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Michigan Lottery Daily 3, Daily 4 results for May 9, 2026

The Michigan Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at May 9, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Daily 3 numbers from May 9 drawing

Midday: 9-1-0

Evening: 3-1-5

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Winning Daily 4 numbers from May 9 drawing

Midday: 9-5-1-3

Evening: 9-7-3-0

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Winning Poker Lotto numbers from May 9 drawing

AD-3C-5D-6H-9H

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Winning Fantasy 5 numbers from May 9 drawing

02-12-16-20-37

04-25-28-29-36

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Winning Daily Keno numbers from May 9 drawing

01-02-04-07-09-11-12-14-18-23-26-27-29-30-35-41-51-54-63-66-69-73

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Winning Classic Lotto 47 numbers from May 9 drawing

02-07-12-14-26-34

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Winning Lotto Double Play numbers from May 9 drawing

04-13-27-35-36-45

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from May 9 drawing

08-11-17-29-49, Bonus: 02

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize

All Michigan Lottery retailers can redeem prizes up to $600. For prizes up to $99,999.99, winners have the option to submit their claim by mail or in person at one of Michigan Lottery’s Regional Offices.

To claim by mail, complete a ticket receipt form, sign your winning ticket, and send it along with original copies of your government-issued photo ID and Social Security card to the address below. Ensure the names on your ID and Social Security card match exactly. Claims should be mailed to:

Michigan Lottery

Attn: Claim Center

101 E. Hillsdale

P.O. Box 30023

Lansing, MI 48909

For prizes over $100,000, winners must claim their prize in person at the Michigan Lottery Headquarters in Lansing located at 101 E. Hillsdale in downtown Lansing. Each winner must present original versions of a valid government-issued photo ID (typically a driver’s license or state ID) and a Social Security card, ensuring that the names on both documents match exactly. To schedule an appointment, please call the Lottery Player Relations office at 844-887-6836, option 2.

If you prefer to claim in person at one of the Michigan Lottery Regional Offices for prizes under $100,000, appointments are required. Until further notice, please call 1-844-917-6325 to schedule an appointment. Regional office locations are as follows:

Lansing: 101 E. Hillsdale St. Lansing; Phone: 844-917-6325
Livonia: 33231 Plymouth Road, Livonia; Phone: 844-917-6325
Sterling Heights: 34700 Dequindre Road, Sterling Heights; Phone: 844-917-6325
Detroit: Cadillac Place, 3060 W. Grand Blvd., Suite L-600, Detroit; Phone: 844-917-6325
Grand Rapids: 3391-B Plainfield Ave. NE, Grand Rapids; Phone: 844-917-6325
Saginaw: Jerome T. Hart State Office Building, 411 E. Genesee Ave., Saginaw; Phone: 844-917-6325

For additional information, downloadable forms, and instructions, visit the Michigan Lottery’s prize claim page.

When are Michigan Lottery drawings held?

Daily 3 & Daily 4: Midday at 12:59 p.m., Evening at 7:29 p.m.
Fantasy 5: 7:29 p.m. daily
Poker Lotto: 7:29 p.m. daily
Lotto 47: 7:29 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday
Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily
Daily Keno: 7:29 p.m. daily
Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily

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