Mid-Michigan News: Early Voting Surpasses 1.39 Million, Midland Named Top Retirement City

Election Results, Early Voting and a Big Win for Midland

Here's a look at what's happening around the world, across Michigan, and right here in Mid-Michigan.

Israelis Await Election Results After High Voter Turnout

Anxious voters in Israel are watching election results unfold after a strong turnout appeared to deliver a rebuke to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right government.

Exit polls showed no clear winner, suggesting that weeks of political negotiations could lie ahead. Voter turnout was the highest in more than 25 years, highlighting the importance of the election and the country's deeply divided political landscape.

Michigan Early Voting Passes 1.39 Million

There's less than a week to go before Election Day, and more than 1.39 million Michigan voters have already cast their ballots, according to the Secretary of State's office.

Early in-person voting sites opened statewide Saturday, giving voters another opportunity to make their voices heard before Election Day on November 3.

If you're planning to vote by mail, remember that your ballot must be received by your local clerk by 8 p.m. on Election Day. A postmark alone isn't enough, so don't wait until the last minute!

Midland Named America's Best Place to Retire

Here's some good news for the Great Lakes Bay Region: Midland has once again claimed the top spot on U.S. News & World Report's ranking of the best places to retire in America.

The ranking recognizes Midland's affordability and potential tax savings for retirees. Midland also earned the number-one position last year.

It's the only Michigan city in the national top 10, with three other Michigan locations also appearing in the top 25.

For a region known for its community spirit and quality of life, that's certainly something to celebrate!

Walmart Fruit Cocktail Recalled Over Lead Concerns

Walmart shoppers should check their pantries after a voluntary recall was announced for certain cans of Great Value fruit cocktail due to potential lead contamination.

According to the Food and Drug Administration, the recall covers 15-ounce cans of Great Value Fruit Cocktail in fruit juice from concentrate, marked with a “Best If Used By” date of September 1, 2027. The affected products were distributed to stores in at least seven states.

Consumers who have the recalled product should not eat it. The FDA advises customers to throw it away or return it to Walmart.

For the latest information and details about affected products, check the FDA's official recall announcements.

Sports

Baseball: Tampa Bay Forces Game Five

The Tampa Bay Rays rallied for two runs in the 12th inning to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3, forcing a fifth game in the World Series.

The best-of-seven matchup continues tonight at Tropicana Field, with plenty at stake as the series rolls on.

Basketball: Knicks Beat the Pistons

The New York Knicks defeated the Detroit Pistons 111-97, handing Detroit a loss as the NBA season continues.

Hockey: Saginaw Spirit Hit the Road

The Saginaw Spirit are on the road tonight to take on the Soo Greyhounds. Fans will be watching to see if the Spirit can come away with a big win against their OHL rivals.