1. Nancy Reagan dies at age 94

Former first lady Nancy Reagan died on Sunday, March 6 from congestive heart failure. An influential member of the White House, she was devoted to both her husband and his politics. In times of stress, Nancy Reagan often provided the guidance that he needed, especially helping through the hirings and firings of staffers. Though she was not always liked, she stuck to her beliefs and will be missed by her children and great grandchildren. Click here for the full story from Los Angeles Times.  

2. Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton debate in Flint

On Sunday, the two Democratic candidates visited Michigan only to clash on stage in Flint. During the debate, Sanders launched a series of questions and sarcastic remarks towards Clinton. He attacked her with topics such as trade agreements, Wall Street, financial issues and the water issue in the host city. For the full story from New York Times click here.

3. Primary takes place in Michigan

On Tuesday March 7, eligible Democrats and Republicans will be going to the polls to cast their vote for the party’s 2016 selection. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at local schools and those of legal voting age will be able to vote for their favorite candidate, regardless of what party they follow. Click here for more information.

4. Peyton Manning retires from Denver Broncos

Peyton Manning officially announced his retirement after a very successful 18-year career on Monday, March 7. “When you look at everything Peyton has accomplished as a player and person, it’s easy to see how fortunate we’ve been to have him on our team,” Broncos executive vice president of football operations and general manager John Elway said. “Peyton was everything that we thought he was and even more — not only for the football team but in the community. I’m very thankful Peyton chose to play for the Denver Broncos, and I congratulate him on his Hall of Fame career.” For the full story from ESPN click here.

5. Accomplished tennis player Maria Sharapova fails drug test.

Nationally recognized Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova notified the public on Monday, March 7 that she didn’t pass a drug test in Australia in early January. Doctors found traces of a controversial drug called meldonium in her body, which she has been taking for 11 years due to a heart condition. This drug was added to the prohibited list this year and Sharapova claims that she was not aware of the recent change. For the full story from New York Times click here.