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KALAMAZOO, MI -- Bronco alums came to town for Western Michigan University’s Homecoming game Saturday. Related: See 53 game, tailgate, marching band photos from Western Michigan’s Homecoming game against OhioSome alums were grateful to come together after COVID-19 had disrupted large gatherings for two years. Curt and Laurie Connell were packing up their set up to head down to the field when they shared how they met at WMU in 1988. “I got out of sync and I waved to him and he helped me out and later he asked me out,” Laurie Connell said. “Through the good, through the bad we follow our Broncos,” Laurie Connell said.

(Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)The medicine ball push during Western Michigan University homecoming week in Kalamazoo, Michigan, 1953. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)The 1956 'Homecoming Hoedown' during Western Michigan University homecoming week in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)People gather for the 1958 Western Michigan University homecoming game in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)The bon fire during the 1953 Western Michigan University homecoming week in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)The Western Michigan University homecoming Queen and court during the homecoming game in Kalamazoo, Michigan, 1953.

Two of Moore’s teammates from WMU’s 2021 team signed undrafted free agent contracts in the days following the draft, while seven more received invitations to rookie minicamps. Caliendo was a five-year starter at WMU and earned First Team All-Mid-American Conference honors in 2020 and 2021, while taking home second team all-league honors in 2019. In addition to the Broncos’ two undrafted free agent signees, seven former WMU players received rookie minicamp invitations. The Chicago Bears rookie camp will feature three former Broncos, as linebacker/defensive back A.J. NFL rookie camps can begin on the first or second weekend following the NFL draft, so it shouldn’t be too long before a clearer picture emerges on the status of WMU’s nine undrafted players trying to make their mark at the pro level.

I told Dan that I would,” he said when asked if he’d consider bringing the Spartans to Read Fieldhouse. “I think that’s why we got along so well at Michigan State; I think that’s why we had so much success. The Golden Eagles went 14-15 the season before Crean’s arrival, and Stephens said he wants to bring that kind of turnaround to Kalamazoo. “He took that program from .500 to a program that was in the Final Four in my last year,” Stephens said. “The transfer portal is something that I think can be very helpful if you’re trying to turn your program around overnight,” he said.

KALAMAZOO, MI – Western Michigan University opened a practice and scrimmage to the public Saturday at Seelye Athletic Center to showcase the Bronco’s football lineup. Western Michigan Broncos tight end Austin Hence (88) is tackled by Western Michigan Broncos linebacker Harrison Taylor (13) and Western Michigan Broncos linebacker Boone Bonnema (22) during the second quarter of the Western Michigan University spring football game inside Seelye Athletic Center in Kalamazoo on Saturday, March 26, 2022. (Daniel Shular | MLive.com)Daniel Shular | MLive.comWestern Michigan Broncos quarterback Mareyohn Hrabowski (7) throws a pass and avoids a sack by Western Michigan Broncos defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland (94) during the second quarter of the Western Michigan University spring football game inside Seelye Athletic Center in Kalamazoo on Saturday, March 26, 2022. (Daniel Shular | MLive.com)Daniel Shular | MLive.comWestern Michigan offensive coordinator Jeff Thorne speaks with Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Anthony Sambucci (2) as he stretches before the scrimmage game at the Western Michigan University spring football game inside Seelye Athletic Center in Kalamazoo on Saturday, March 26, 2022. (Daniel Shular | MLive.com)Daniel Shular | MLive.comWestern Michigan Broncos running back Trae Allen (32) blocks Western Michigan Broncos defensive lineman Ali Fayad (1) from sacking Western Michigan Broncos quarterback Stone Hollenbach (14) during the third quarter of the Western Michigan University spring football game inside Seelye Athletic Center in Kalamazoo on Saturday, March 26, 2022.

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In an introductory press conference at the Seelye Athletic Center, new WMU athletic director Dan Bartholomae stressed his desire to bring “comprehensive excellence” to Bronco athletics. Bartholomae used the term frequently throughout his press conference, and in addition to student-athlete success, he added engagement with alumni, fans and donors to his definition of comprehensive excellence. “Comprehensive excellence means that our student-athletes will leave this great university not only with their degrees, but also holistically prepared to pursue their passions in life. Western Michigan is going to be a place our student-athletes want to come back to, and we will create an environment that welcomes them with open arms. “We will need you, and I promise you, you will feel a sense of pride in what is happening in athletics at Western Michigan,” he said.

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(Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)Campus activities in 1994 during Western Michigan University homecoming week in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)People gather for the 1958 Western Michigan University homecoming game in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)The 1956 'Homecoming Hoedown' during Western Michigan University homecoming week in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)'Snake Dance' during the 1962 Western Michigan University homecoming week in Kalamazoo, Michigan. (Courtesy, Western Michigan University Archives and Regional History Collections)The 1953 Western Michigan University homecoming parade in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Western Michigan fans are gearing up to cheer on the Broncos football team Saturday as the 2021 homecoming week kicks into full gear on WMU’s campus in Kalamazoo. General public parking costs $10, and is parking areas are located off of Oakland Drive, Stadium Drive and West Michigan Avenue. Additional parking is available along Oakland Drive, near the corner of Oakland Drive and Howard Street. Western Michigan Bronco students make their way through a tailgate lot before the season opener against Syracuse Orange at Western Michigan University's Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan on Friday, Aug. 31, 2018. Portrait of WMU fans during the game between WMU and ISU at WMU’s Waldo Stadium on Saturday, September 11, 2021.

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Jeep is introducing a new Xtreme Recon package for the Wrangler that adds equipment to give it the best ground clearance, water fording and approach, departure and breakover angles in the segment. The announcement comes just as the new Ford Bronco is hitting dealers.

The launch of Ford’s Bronco, its highly anticipated Jeep Wrangler-like SUV, won’t likely happen until late this year. It’s related to Ford’s Escape crossover SUV but has more squared-off bodywork and enhanced off-roading capabilities. Building an off-road-capable small SUV is something Subaru is familiar with.

The downtime will not impact the Ford's plan to begin delivering the vehicles to dealers this summer, according to a company spokeswoman.

One Ford official said it's "the right time to expand our Explorer family to better appeal to customers who need three rows of versatility."

JACKSON, MI -- The Jackson County Animal Shelter, 3770 Spring Arbor Road, has many pets available for adoption. Bronco is a 1-year-old Staffordshire mix who came in as a stray and is full of enthusiasm. He came in as a stray with a large wound on his side that is now almost completely healed. Cat adoption fees are $60 for one cat, $80 for two, which includes applicable tests, vaccines and spay/neutering. See more pets available for adoption at Petango.com.

CBS Detroit – The winter weather systems that are causing havoc across the southern United States is also affecting production for Ford in many of its plants. In an article by the Detroit Free Press, Ford Motor Company confirmed that has had to shutdown plants or alter shifts as it says conditions remain fluid, changing very quickly. The shutdowns according to the Detroit Free Press have affected production across North America, including the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Ford has decided to cut or slow operations because the winter weather has cut supplies on utilities across the country. Information from The Detroit Free Press contributed to this report.

Ford is introducing its new Bronco Sport vehicle with an ad campaign to show off its goats — and not just the furry kind. The goats take on double meaning in the spot, referring also to the cars' "Goes Over Any Type of Terrain" modes. was also the original code name for the Bronco, which the company resurrected after last producing from 1965 until 1996. Though Ford is not running a commercial during this year's Super Bowl, executives said they wanted the spot to feel "Super Bowl-worthy" and have the kind of creative message that viewers would want to watch again. And with the pandemic impacting the NFL's scheduling, advertisers who are not yet committed could see last-minute discounts for Super Bowl slots, CNBC reported last month.

That has now been delayed until mid-January, Ford spokesman Jiyan Cadiz told CNBC. DETROIT – Ford Motor is delaying the launch of its upcoming Bronco SUV from spring to summer of next year due to coronavirus-related problems in its supply chain, the company told its dealers Friday afternoon. The 2021 Bronco is one of the most highly anticipated vehicles from Ford in years. Supplier problems have not impacted the Bronco Sport, a vehicle currently arriving in dealerships that's part of Ford's new "Bronco family" of vehicles. The Bronco is based on a truck platform while the smaller Bronco Sport comes with less powerful four-cylinder engines and is based on a car or crossover structure for a smoother ride.

Ford Motor is approaching 190,000 reservations for its long-awaited Bronco SUV, which is expected to arrive in U.S. dealerships next spring. The automaker added roughly 30,000-40,000 reservations for the vehicle during the third quarter, bringing total reservations to "nearly 190,000" vehicles, according to Ford CFO John Lawler. "We continue to see strong demand for the Bronco," he said during a media briefing Wednesday to discuss the company's third-quarter earnings. "We continue to see interest, strong interest, around the Bronco." They exclude a smaller, more domesticated vehicle called the Bronco Sport that's built more like a car than a truck.

The restaurant recently moved out of its original South Howard location across from the Campus Pointe retail lot to a nearby space at 2730 W. Michigan Ave., the building that was once home a Wendy’s location. Roland Saleh is one of the “two fellas” behind the restaurant launched back in October 2013. The partners rented the South Howard Street location in 2013 from WMU, who owns the property and lots surrounding the building. While customers can expect to see a larger space when they first enter the new Two Fellas location, they should expect the same, familiar menu. I want to say we did something really great to stay afloat, but really it was the community’s support."

DETROIT Over the past 24 hours, the automotive world buzzed with the Ford Broncos rebirth. PHOTOS: Ford unveils design of new 2021 Bronco FamilyBut the Bronco was actually a constant buzz for 24 years inside the glass house that made Monday nights reveal a reality. Many inside the Ford world headquarters mourned and set up a quiet lobbying operation to try to bring it back. Leadership literally told us to stop using the B word, Grueber said. Grueber and his underground friends realized the Bronco could ride on the Ranger platform and could fill out the plant.

DEARBORN, Mich. Ford Motor Company is unveiling the new design of the 2021 Bronco at 8 p.m. on Monday. Pre-production 2021 Bronco two-door SUV takes its rugged off-road design cues from the first-generation Bronco, the iconic 4x4 that inspired generations of fans. (Ford Motor Company)When properly equipped, Bronco Sport Badlands models can tow up to 2,200 pounds. (Pre-production model pictured.) (Ford Motor Company)Officials say production will begin early in 2021 and the first models will be available at Ford dealerships in the spring.

Later this month the company will introduce two new off-road vehicles, a Ranger pickup-sized Bronco that will come in two- and four-door versions, and the smaller Escape-sized Bronco Sport, both aimed at taking sales from Fiat Chryslers top brand. Although the new Broncos will share some parts with other Ford vehicles, theyve got beefed up suspensions and were designed for off-road use, the company said. Specific details of the vehicles wont be released until the July 13 event. If the Bronco is able to dent sales of the Grand Cherokee, it probably wont be for long, Kelleher said. She said the coronavirus pandemic may increase the size of the market for off-road vehicles with more people now opting to take road trips and travel outdoors by vehicle.

This photo provided by Ford Motor Co. shows a 1967 Ford Bronco T67-515. Ford is reviving the Bronco SUV brand in an effort to cash in on the rugged U.S. off-road vehicle market now owned by Jeep. Ford believes the Bronco name will evoke good memories from its off-road heritage during a three-decade run that ended in 1996. Now Ford is reviving the Bronco brand name in an effort to take a slice. Although the new Broncos will share some parts with other Ford vehicles, theyve got beefed up suspensions and were designed for off-road use, the company said.

Nicole Brown Simpson's sister speaks out It’s been 20 years since the murder of her sister, but Tanya Brown tells "48 Hours" she still remembers the infamous Bronco chase and the O.J. Simpson trial like it was yesterday.