Sydney Broadnax

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Digital Content Producer at Sinclair Broadcast Group

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Adopt a less restrictive school dress code at Providence High School

Aug 27, 2024 | change.org | Sydney Broadnax

Signatures: 24Next Goal: 25Why this petition mattersOn the first day of this school year, 84 girls at Providence High School were penalized for their attire. By the second day, before the second period even began, another 30 girls had also received sanctions due to the incredibly strict school dress code. These young women were forced to miss potentially vital educational moments to wait for their parents to deliver what the school deemed 'proper clothing'.
Florida man pleads guilty to conducting criminal enterprises in Michigan

Aug 2, 2024 | wwmt.com | Sydney Broadnax

MIDLAND COUNTY, Mich.—The 55-year-old targeted apartment complexes and mobile home parks in counties throughout mid-Michigan. Juan Miguel Rodriguez-Venegas has plead guilty to one count of Conducting a Criminal Enterprise in Midland County. The 55-year-old allegedly stole money orders and cash out of drop boxes at apartment complexes and mobile home parks, according to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. In addition, the Florida man has to pay $36,235 in restitution.
Residents plead for action as unlicensed mobile home park ignores water issues

Aug 1, 2024 | midmichigannow.com | Sydney Broadnax |Courtney Bennett

THETFORD TWP., Mich.— In a press conference, Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton announces charges against North Morris Estates Mobile Home Park. North Morris Estates has been unable to obtain a license because the mobile home park refuses to fix the water for the residents, according to Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton. Leyton held up a jar of brown water from the mobile home park to show the condition of the water for residents.
Biggby Coffee cools down the heat with summer mocktails

Aug 1, 2024 | thecw46.com | Sydney Broadnax

CLIO, Mich.— Biggby Coffee visits the Mid-Michigan NOW studio to share a way to beat the summer heat. Biggby Coffee does not only sell hot coffee, but they also have drinks perfect for a warm day. Abby Barrett, the manager of Biggby Coffee Clio, shared one of the Tigers themed drink with Mid-Michigan NOW. The drink is called the Triple Play Mocktail. The Triple Play Mocktail contains Red Bull, Blood Orange, Mango.
Gus Macker celebrates 50 years in Downtown Flint

Jul 27, 2024 | midmichigannow.com | Sydney Broadnax

FLINT, Mich.— Women and men of all ages gathered in Flint to celebrate the love of basketball. The Gus Macker World Tour makes their pit stop in Flint July 27 through July 28. RELATED: Gus Macker World Tour is returning to Flint to celebrate Golden AnniversaryTeams across mid-Michigan gathered in the 600 block of Beach Street for a chance to compete in the Championship Games on Sunday. The 3-on-3 basketball tournament began in Michigan in 1974.
The City of Linden pack care packages for troops in honor of former Chief of Police

Jul 25, 2024 | midmichigannow.com | Sydney Broadnax

TOPICS:LindenMiracle BoxesTroopsPete Van DriesscheChief of PolicePacking partyCovid-19CommunityLINDEN, Mich.— Former Police Chief Pete Van Driessche's legacy was honored with the Miracle Boxes packaged by community. The City of Linden held a packing party to package Miracle Boxes for troops all over the world. Tonight's packing party was held to in honor of former Linden Chief of Police Pete Van Driessche, who passed away from Covid-19 in 2021.
Oakland County man sentenced to prison for rape and home invasion

Jul 24, 2024 | midmichigannow.com | Sydney Broadnax

OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich.— The Lake Orion man raped and beat the victim after she ended a relationship with him. Adam Richard Williams was sentenced to 26 - 50 years in prison, exceeding the sentencing guidelines. The 35-year-old's charges come from an incident on July 31 and August 1, 2023. After the victim ended a relationship with Williams, he broke into her home and raped and beat her, with a baseball bat, according to the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney.
Oakland County man killed after motorcycle accident in Pontiac

Jul 20, 2024 | midmichigannow.com | Sydney Broadnax

OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich.— A Waterford Township man was fatally injured after he hit a traffic sign while operating his motorcycle. A 39-year-old man was killed early Saturday morning when the motorcycle he was driving left the roadway and hit a traffic sign in Pontiac. The incident happened around 2:42 a.m. on Woodward Ave. at Osman. He was operating a 2010 Harley Davidson motorcycle north on Woodward when he did not negotiate a curve.
GearUp2Lead to visit all nine wards to connect with Flint kids and families

Jul 17, 2024 | midmichigannow.com | Sydney Broadnax

FLINT, Mich.—Flint families are able to receive resources about support services during the city-wide tour. GearUp2Lead has began their 9-ward tour across Flint to connect high schoolers and families with resources. The non-profit organization will provide attendees with education options, employment opportunities and support services essential for success.
Ele's Place unveils newly renovated facility to support Genesee County children and teens

Jul 17, 2024 | midmichigannow.com | Sydney Broadnax

GENESEE COUNTY, Mich.—Since Ele's Place was founded in 1991, they have supported over 33,000 Michigan children, teens young adults and families. Ele's Place hosted an open house at its location in the 1100 block of Robert T. Longway Blvd. in Flint. The family-friendly event unveiled a newly remodeled healing center for grieving children and teens. Attendees were able to see the newly renovated space and learn more about the services Ele's Place provides.