TIM ALLEN

Three small plane crashes have happened in the last month in West Michigan, including Oceana County, Montcalm County and Van Buren County.

KENT COUNTY, MI – Two Republicans are facing off in the Aug. 2 primary to become their party’s nominee in November for 18th District seat on the Kent County Board of Commissioners. Wooden, elected in 2018, is serving his second term on the Kent County Board of Commissioners. It is time that Kent County District 18 has someone who will do exactly that on the Kent County Board of Commissioners,” Allen’s website says. Kent County’s 18th District is comprised of parts of the city of Grand Rapids and parts of Plainfield Township. MLive/The Grand Rapids Press partnered with the nonpartisan League of Women Voters of Michigan to provide candidate information for readers.

NORTHPORT, MI – A diesel spill from a Michigan celebrity’s yacht closed an up north marina and adjacent beach during the recent holiday weekend. Authorities confirmed between 30 and 50 gallons of diesel fuel spilled into the water in Northport’s marina because of a faulty fuel filter seal on a yacht owned by Tim Allen. Northport’s marina was closed for about 12 hours after the diesel spill Sunday afternoon, while a nearby beach was closed for a day. Officials said the spill was reported around 5 p.m. Sunday when Allen’s boat entered the marina. The fire chief said some ducklings and a few fish died in the marina because of the diesel spill, but wider negative impacts on wildlife are not expected.

Tom Hanks questioned recently why Tim Allen was not tabbed to voice the iconic Buzz Lightyear in the movie “Lightyear.”“How about that?” Hanks told CinemaBlend. “I actually wanted to go head-to-head with Tim Allen and then they didn’t let Tim Allen do it. I don’t understand that.”Hanks can currently be seen in “Elvis,” which is in theaters at the same time as “Lightyear.”Meanwhile, Allen had voiced Buzz Lightyear in the four “Toy Story” movies opposite Hanks’ Woody. “Yeah, yeah, I know. “That’s what I want to do and, going to see a movie with (Allen) — I’m looking forward to that.”

This week’s new entertainment releases include a new album from Imagine Dragons, the reuniting of “Home Improvement” sitcom buddies Tim Allen and Richard Karn for “More Power” and the return of Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez as unlikely crime-solving New York City neighbors in Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.”.

'Toy Story' spinoff imagines the character of Buzz Lightyear as the movie character who inspired the action figure.

Tim Allen and Richard Karn have reunited for a new show called “More Power” set to debut this month on the History Channel. Joining Allen and Karn will be do-it-yourself YouTube star, April Wilkerson. Each 30-minute episode centers around one tool starting in Allen’s shop where Karn helps viewers learn the history behind how and why different tools came to be. After the shop, the team heads out into the real world where the fun really begins by testing everything out. And what better pal to have at my side than Richard Karn?

April is Scottish-American Heritage Month, and what better way to celebrate a country than with food?

"Last Man Standing" star Tim Allen addressed the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine in a tweet Thursday morning.

Walt Disney Studios announced Friday that the Michigan native will be reprising his role as Scott Calvin from the 1994 holiday hit “The Santa Claus” in a new limited series coming to Disney+. Jack Burditt, who created the Allen-led comedy series “Last Man Standing,” will serve as executive producer and showrunner on “The Santa Clause” series, Variety reported, and Allen will executive produce in addition to starring. In addition to the beloved 1994 film, he starred in two sequels, 2002′s The Santa Clause 2 and 2006′s The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause, but those weren’t as well received critically. In addition to the Santa Claus films, he has voiced the iconic animated space ranger Buzz Lightyear in four Toy Story films. Disney surprised many when they said he wouldn’t be reprising the voice role for the upcoming prequel film “Lightyear” so today’s news about the Santa Claus series will be welcomed for Allen’s fans.

A legendary voice in the Detroit comedy world has been lost.

Actor and comedian Tim Allen appears to have lost his job as the voice of ”Toy Story’s” Buzz Lightyear, at least for the time being. The newly released trailer for an upcoming feature film about the character has a different actor voicing the iconic space adventurer. “Lightyear” will explore the world of Buzz Lightyear the person, who eventually becomes the inspiration for the toy found in the “Toy Story” franchise. Allen, who lived in Birmingham during his teenage years, has voiced the character since the first “Toy Story” film debuted in 1995. While Allen hasn’t voiced Lightyear in every project involving the character, Allen has typically been involved with the major ones and provided the voice for several cameos involving the character.

MIDLAND, MI - A Midland area farm used its annual corn maze to honor medical professionals. Grandma’s Pumpkin Patch announced that its 2021 corn maze was designed this year to be a special tribute to medical professionals. “After the past year it didn’t feel right to feature a celebrity when the professionals in the medical field were the real stars of the pandemic,” said Amanda King of Grandma’s Pumpkin patch. The maze will be open from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. for a special flashlight corn maze event the last two Fridays and Saturdays of October. Aside from the multi-acre corn maze, Grandma’s Pumpkin Patch also offers other fall activities such as hayrides, cow train rides, pig races, inflatables and a petting farm.

If leaving the storied role of “The Tonight Show” host mandates retirement, Jay Leno ignored the memo.

On May 15, China's Zhurong rover landed on Mars. The rover just left its landing pad and completed its first test drive on the Martian surface.

The 2021 tropical storm and hurricane season – which doesn't officially begin until June 1 – appears to be jumping the gun yet again.

"Last Man Standing" star Tim Allen and colleagues celebrate a nine-season sitcom they wish wasn't ending in Thursday's series finale.

Voting machines from Arizona’s most populous county should not be used in the future after state Senate Republicans forced officials to give them access for an audit of 2020 election results, the state’s top elections official said Thursday. Secretary of State Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, said in a letter that Maricopa County lost control of the machines after they were handed over and doesn't know what was done to them. Senate Republicans issued a subpoena demanding the county turn over vote-tabulation equipment, along with ballots and a variety of other records for an unprecedented partisan audit of the county's 2020 vote count.

HILLSDALE COUNTY, MI-- Hillsdale High School will host Hillsdale Hospital for a vaccine clinic targeting those 12 to 18 years old. The clinic is set for 8 to 11 a.m. May 22 and comes after Pfizer’s recent approval to vaccinate the 12- to 15-year-old age group. The clinic is reserved to Hillsdale County residents 12 to 18 years old and teens will need to show identification at check-in. Parents and teens should set aside about 30 minutes to spend at the clinic. Hillsdale High School is located at 30 S. Norwood St. in Hillsdale.

HILLSDALE, MI -- Actor Tim Allen spoke at Hillsdale College during its 169th commencement honoring graduates, top seniors and retiring faculty. “You’ve got a good start here at Hillsdale College. Humans need each other, and I want to say this to the class of 2021: Go forth and conquer. No pressure.”Actor Tim Allen congratulated and offered advice to Hillsdale College graduates on May 8, 2021. Photo provided by Hillsdale College.

pic.twitter.com/g450MNfFf4 — Kelsie ⚓ (@Kelsie182) March 3, 2021Tim Allen is right. pic.twitter.com/zTw0VjwZN2 — John Squires (@FreddyInSpace) March 3, 2021Tim Allen is not the Tool Man. — Travis Akers (@travisakers) March 3, 2021Fun Fact: Home Improvement neighbor Mr. Wilson built a fence to keep Tim Allen and his horrible politics the hell away from him. pic.twitter.com/3jSpY0saqm — ⦾ flexghost ⦾ (@flexghost1) March 3, 2021Fuck Tim Allen, the Kevin Sorbo of Scott Baios. — Ace Hanna is now George Kaplan (@GeorgeK80919736) March 3, 2021My dad and tim allen be having some things in common 🤡🤡 — Citi (@SidUnis72) March 3, 2021Me trying to find who cares about Tim Allen anymore.

The “Tool Time” duo from the hit 90s sitcom, “Home Improvement,” reunites for a new show on History Channel. “Assembly Required” debuts tonight starring Tim Allen and Richard Karn. HOW TO WATCH: LIVESTREAM History Channel via fuboTV (Free 7-day trial). Each contestant will be challenged to not only rebuild the items, but to build them better. VIDEO PREVIEW:LIVESTREAM History Channel via fuboTV (Free 7-day trial).

"Galaxy Quest" is truly an epic, multi-layered movie that succeeded as much by accident as by design. The prospect of a second "Galaxy Quest" movie was recently reignited when star Tim Allen spoke about the long overdue sequel to Entertainment Weekly . Related: What's the Best 'Star Trek' Movie and Why Is It 'Galaxy Quest'? Without giving too much away, a member of Alan's 'Galaxy Quest' family could step in and the idea would still work." If you're a fan of "Galaxy Quest" — and who isn't — you should definitely check out the documentary "Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary" if haven't already.

HILLSDALE, MI — Actor, comedian and Michigan native Tim Allen will address Hillsdale College graduates at its May 8 commencement ceremony, the college announced Friday. The college made the announcement on its Facebook page Jan. 15 with a picture of Allen wearing a Hillsdale College sweatshirt. We are pleased to announce that Tim Allen will address the class of 2021 during the College’s 169th commencement... Posted by Hillsdale College on Friday, January 15, 2021Allen, who was born in Denver but grew up in Michigan, graduated from Western Michigan University and is known for his role as Buzz Lightyear in Disney’s “Toy Story” series and as Tim “The Toolman” Taylor in “Home Improvement.”Allen was also the voice in commercials for the state’s “Pure Michigan” advertising campaign. READ MORE:Hillsdale Hospital receives first shipment of COVID-19 vaccinePressure increases on University of Michigan regent Ron Weiser to resign after Capitol violenceJackson County still working through first phase of COVID-19 vaccinations

But a sign of unity arrived in the Motor City on Wednesday when a Christmas tree arrived at Campus Martius Park ahead of the city’s annual tree lighting ceremony, which is set for 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The tree lighting event is a highlight each year as it symbolizes the start of the holiday season, goodwill and unity in the diverse city. Due to safety concerns related to coronavirus, WXYZ in Detroit will broadcast a pre-recorded tree lighting this year instead of an in-person event. “Detroit’s annual tree lighting is Detroit’s most cherished tradition for families across the state of Michigan, and officially kicks off the holiday season in downtown Detroit,” said Robert Gregory, chief planning and public spaces officer, Downtown District Partnership. “Now more than ever before, we need joy, comfort and hope this holiday season and this year will be the best show yet.

Peters, the only non-incumbent Democrat to claim a Senate seat in 2014, is one of just two Senate Democrats running in a state Donald Trump won four years ago. Public polls have shown him extending his lead over James, a Black businessman and Iraq War veteran, but Republicans who see an opening insist James has a shot. He aims to be the first Michigan Republican to win a Senate seat in a quarter-century. James, unlike other Republican Senate candidates, has largely kept pace in fundraising with his opponent. Peters joined Biden and former President Barack Obama at events in the Democratic strongholds of Detroit and Flint on Saturday.

Even before the pandemic, families struggled to find affordable child care. Almost immediately, many parents became stopgap teachers and child-care providers, all the while juggling working from home. Particularly hard hit would be Oklahoma, South Carolina and Utah, which would lose more than 60% of their states' child-care supply. "I'm scared to lose my position but at the same time cannot just leave my daughter," Ruey said. Beyond the specific amount to pay for child care, says Tarif Carson, a certified financial planner at Facet Wealth in Norristown, Pennsylvania, the top concerns are safety, logistics and overall finances.

Monroe News reporter Blake Bacho digs into his parenting experience for "fun at home" tips. Lemme guess: The kids are home, theyre bored and you need something family friendly to watch or play to keep you all sane, right? Completely family friendly, and our son cant get enough of watching grown adults fighting over Lego bricks. Honorable Mention: Last Man Standing on FOXI promise this column isnt sponsored by Fox; they just seem to have a monopoly on family friendly television shows in 2020. Blake Bacho is a reporter and columnist for The Monroe News.

NEW YORK – The nominees for the the the 77th annual Golden Globe Awards have been announced. Dakota Fanning, Susan Kelechi Watson and Tim Allen announced the nominees for the Jan. 5 show, which honors achievements in film and television. Robot”; Tobias Menzies, “The Crown”; Billy Porter, “Pose.”The nominees for best actor in a TV drama: Brian Cox, “Succession”; Kit Harington, “Game of Thrones”; Rami Malek, “Mr. “The Irishman” last week won best film from the New York Film Critics Circle and the National Board of Review. Tom Hanks, a possible nominee for his performance as Mister Rogers in “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” will receive the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

The milkman, the paperboy, your favorite 90s sitcoms on TV? According to a study by UDISH an authorized reseller of DISH though the laugh(tracks) have died out, '90s sitcoms are still being streamed each and every day. And the study found Michigan viewers can't get enough of Michigan native Tim Allen's "Home Improvement." According to the study, "Friends" was the most popular of any '90s sitcom, with over 12 states including Hawaii, Texas and Massachusetts opting for "The One With Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer." On the contrary, though the "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" is from "West Philadelphia, born and raised," viewers from Pennsylvannia turned to "Full House," instead.

As the NFL season gets underway, we thought we'd take a look at some of the more well-known Detroit Lions fans who have made their allegiances known.