Michael Thompson
Michael Thompson is a retired newspaper reporter who lives in Saginaw, Michigan. Main topics are political and social justice issues, with occasional escapism into sports and so forth.
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Tim Tebow is More Than a Sports StoryIn an major development, Tim Tebow, and Tebowing, have captured America's attention far beyond the football field.Also published on:
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Holiday Gifts for Nerds: Good BooksTelivision is filled with all sorts of holiday gift ads for the hottest modern tech devices. What ever happened to a good book?
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No NBA? Apply Some Rules to Other SportsFor example, baseball might benefit from a 24-second clockAlso published on:
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Obama Compromises to Avoid Debt Ceiling ArmageddonPresident Obama has been criticized by his liberal/progressive base for compromising too much. Republicans have given him little reasonable choice in threatening to cancel vital nuclear arms deals and to allow debt default.Also published on:
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Political Gridlock: Don't Blame EveryoneOn the debt ceiling and other issues, not all politicians are responsible for gridlock. An astute citizen will try to identify the specific culprits.Also published on:
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Heritage Foundation Says the 'Poor' Are Not Really in HardshipReaders: How would you define poverty?Also published on:
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Ten Most Powerful Leaders in Saginaw, MichSaginaw, Mich., once was a thriving auto town with leadership from the business sector. During an era of decline, most of the leadership nowadays comes from the public sector.
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What's Wrong Wih Chanting 'USA' After Bin Laden's Death?People who have chanted 'USA, USA, USA' after the elimination of Osama bin Laden are putting American soldiers and other good people at risk.
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Royal Oak Officials Issue Scam AlertRoyal Oak residents should beware of two criminal suspects who are posing as Water Department employees to gain entrance into homes.
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'Royal Oak in Bloom' Will Arrive Sooner Than You May RealizeOne of the best ways to beat the winter blues is to plan for spring events. The Royal Oak Downtown Development Authority is urging residents to prepare for 18th annual Royal Oak in Bloom event in May.
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Four Openings on Ferndale Boards and CommissionsFor as little as a few hours per month, everyday Ferndale residents can receive experience in what it's like to serve in local government. Time can be fit into almost any schedule, from retiree to "working stiff" to college student.
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Baldwin Theater Hosts Peace ConcertZade's "One Night in Jordan: A Concert for Peace" comes to Royal Oak's Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre.
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Ferndale's Magic Bag Hosts Antifreeze Blues FestivalTo cope with the mid-winter blues, the Detroit Blues Society is organizing a two-day music shindig. Just to show their senses of humor, members are calling their event the Antifreeze Blues Festival.
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'Sick & Twisted' Animated Films Come to Ferndale's Magic BagA road show, Spike & Mike's Sick & Twisted Animation Festival, is coming to Ferndale's Magic Bag.
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Diamond Christmas Gift = Separate Bank AccountsA husband who shares his weekly paycheck with his wife won't be able to buy her a suprise diamond Christmas gift.
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'Ekoostik Hookah' at Ferndale's Magic BagA country rock jam band with an uncommon name will perform a show in Ferndale.
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Small Artworks Demand Big Talent at Ferndale's Lawrence GalleryWorks of art in a Ferndale exhibit must be smaller than 12 inches in any direction.
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Digital Camera Workshop at Birmingham's Baldwin LibraryIf you're hoping to receive a digital camera for the holidays, or if you are planning to give one to a loved one or to a friend, a $5 investment could save you both money and from misery down the road.
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'White Christmas' Comes to Royal Oak's Baldwin TheatreGuess what? It's going to be snowing inside of Royal Oak's Baldwin Theatre. No, there's nothing wrong with the roof. Royal Oak's Stagecrafters are featuring Irving Berlin's classic musical, White Christmas, during the holiday season.
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'Reverend Peyton' and Friends Appear at Ferndale's Magic BagPatrons of downtown Ferndale's Magic Bag Music Theatre, might wonder what's in store with visiting artists who name themselves "Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band."
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Three New Alternative-Type Businesses Open in FerndaleA "holistic alternatives" enterprise, a tattoo and body-piercing shop, and a deep-dish pizzeria are opening in downtown Ferndale.
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Spending Cuts Alone Won't Solve Federal Budget DebtIf Americans are unreasonable and ignorant regarding the federal budget, how can they expect their elected leaders to be honest and courageous?Also published on: -
Detroit's Fair Food Network Promotes Double Up Food BucksFood stamp customers can fill two grocery bags when they buy Michigan-grown produce.
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Check Out Europe's Dimmu Borgir at the Royal Oak Music TheatreDimmu Borgir, a Norwegian symphonic black metal band, is coming to Royal Oak Music Theatre.Also published on:
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Birmingham Village Players Present 'Steel Magnolias'You won't see Dolly Parton, Sally Field or Julia Roberts on the stage, but the Birmingham Village Players will give you a live performance of the 1989 hit, Steel Magnolias.
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Oil Paintings Focus on Nature at Ferndale's Lawrence Street GalleryTim Marsh, an oil painter from the Ann Arbor area, is featuring his "Nature 2 Nature" collection at Ferndale's Lawrence Street Gallery.Also published on:
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Ferndale Residents Can Join Long-Term PlanningTired of state and national elections? Get involved at the local level in Ferndale.Also published on:
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Birmingham Fire Department Offers Free CPR Classes"CPR for Family and Friends" is a free course offered by the Birmingham Fire Department on the second Wednesday of each month at the Adams Fire Station.Also published on:
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High School PTSA Bazaar Follows Royal Oak Holiday ParadePatrons at Royal Oak's Holiday Magic Parade on Nov. 20 can make it a full day with some browsing and shopping afterward at the high school's Holiday Arts & Crafts FairAlso published on:
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Ferndale Chamber of Commerce Hosts Major EventNetworking and fun are combined at the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce's annual Awards and Recognition Gala.Also published on:
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Youthful Comic Bo Burnham Booked at Royal Oak Music TheatreComic/musician Bo Burnham has turned 20, but he still creates satire about teenage life.Also published on:
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For Halloween, Royal Oak's Stagecrafters Youth Theatre Presents 'Monster in the Closet."Royal Oak's Stagecrafters Youth Theatre group, featuring performers ages 8 to 18, will present "Monster in the Closet" as a prelude to Halloween.Also published on:
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'Obla-Di, Obla-Da' at Royal Oak's Four Green Fields Irish PubDetroit blues guitarist Maggie McCabe likes to provide musical amateurs and hobbyists with some fun. That's why she hosts acoustic open mic nights every Sunday at Royal Oak's Four Green Fields Irish Pub, 30929 Woodward Avenue, starting at 8:30 p.m.Also published on:
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'Lapsit Storytime' at Royal Oak Public LibraryRoyal Oak Public Library helps babies and toddlers get an educational head start.Also published on:
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Ferndale Halloween FunWhat's in the "Nightmare Box?" It's Halloween scary!Also published on:
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Halloween Mask Workshop at Birmingham's Baldwin Public LibraryNowadays, even older kids dress up for Halloween.Also published on:
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Ferndale Chamber of Commerce Hosts 'Glow Bowl'At the Glow Bowl, the lights are turned off the the bowling balls and pins glow in the dark.Also published on:
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Royal Oak Ballot Questions Explore Use of Recreational PropertiesShould Royal Oak leaders make golf course properties and Memorial Park available for development? Voters will have a voice on Nov. 2.Also published on:
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History of School Sports in Birmingham Explored"Sporting The 'B': Early Birmingham School Athletics," explores the early history of school sports in the community.Also published on:
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Jazz Guitarist Charlie Hunter to Perform at Ferndale's Magic Bag TheaterGuitarist Charlie Hunter features jazz but plays for a wider audience.Also published on:
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'Woof Wednesdays' at Ferndale's Kulick CenterYour dog might be sick of you and other humans. Here's a way to offer some canine companionship.Also published on:
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Royal Oak Leaf Pickup ScheduledRoyal Oak residents have six weeks to pile their leaves into the streets for pickup.
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Royal Oak's New Fire Chief Brings 25 Years of ExperiencePatrick M. Mulligan is Royal Oak's new fire chief.Also published on:
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Royal Oak ROOTS 'Plants Acorns'ROOTS stands for Royal Oak Opportunity To Serve, which supports community programs and projects.Also published on:
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'Rich Whitey,' Er, Rich Whitney, for Illinois GovernorA dropped-letter typo has terrible consequences for Rich Whitney. See what happens when you remove the "n."
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A 'Merry, Not Scary' Halloween in Royal OakRoyal Oak Public Library fun day avoids Halloween's devilish aspects.
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Olga's Fund-Raiser Supports Royal Oak's Mahany/Meininger Senior CenterEnjoy a gyro (of whatever menu item you choose) at Olga's Kitchen in the Northland Mall, and a portion of proceeds will go to the Mahany/Meininger Senior Center.
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Downtown Royal Oak Hosts 27th Annual Halloween SpooktacularDowntown Royal Oak's 27th annual Spooktacular features Halloween trick-or-treating by the safe light of day, with candy handed out by trusted and reliable local businesses.
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Where to Find Santa Claus in BirminghamBeyond the North Pole, Birmingham will be Santa's second home this holiday season.Also published on:
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Guest Authors Visit Birmingham's Baldwin LibraryBirmingham's Baldwin Library offers a chance to get to know the author before reading a novel.
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Thinking About Meditating? Visit the Ferndale Public LibraryA Ferndale Public Library-sponsored workshop described meditation as "a survival tool for the 21st Century."
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Ferndale's Magic Bag Hosts Alejandro EscovedoAlejandro Escovedo is not a well-known musician, but his cult following will have a chance to see him perform in Ferndale.
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Kulick Center Features Family Fun NightFamily Fun Night at Ferndale's Kulick Community Center helps parents and children find common ground (and common time).
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Classical Organist Huw Lewis to Perform in BirminghamA $10 ticket will fetch a concert performance by world-renowned organist and U-M grade Huw Lewis.
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'Messy Mondays' for Preschoolers at Ferndale's Kulick CenterSometimes it's good (and educational) for preschoolers to get messy. Check out Messy Mondays at Ferndale's Kulick Community Center.Also published on:
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Longtime Birmingham event supports Leader Dogs for the BlindThe 33rd annaul Leader Dog Run is a Birmingham tradition.Also published on:
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Ferndale Library Board offers opportunityAn opening on the Ferndale Library Board provides a chance for citizens to get involvedAlso published on:
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Royal Oak Library marks International Peace DayHere's a way to pay tribute on International Peace Day.Also published on:
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2010 Michigan 1st District Race: Democrat Gary McDowell Faces Republican Dr. Dan BenishekWith Bart Stupak's retirement, Democrats are at risk of losing Michigan's 1st Congressional District to Republicans. Democrat Gary McDowell faces Republican Dr. Dan Benishek.Also published on:
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Harvest Dinner Benefits Capuchin Soup KitchenA Detroit food bank/soup kitchen grows its own.
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Labor Day fest proves Royal Oak's resiliencyA new Royal Oak location was a big boost for Arts, Beats & Eats.Also published on:
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Birmingham Farmers MarketThe Birmingham Farmers Market is small but offers variety.Also published on:
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Birmingham Street Art FairBirmingham's former Art in the Park moves to a downtown location.Also published on:
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Royal Oak Culinary Escapes Food ToursPopular Royal Oak downtown Saturday food tour ends season on Oct. 9.Also published on:
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Two Ferndale Festivals on Same WeekendFerndale has become such a cool city that it seems one festival per weekend isn't enough. The Funky Ferndale Art Fair and the Ferndale DIY Street Fair start Friday, Sep. 17, and continue through Sunday.Also published on:
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Transforming Lives in Rocky Mount, N.CResident are Rocky Mount's United Community Ministries are looking for a hand up, not just a handout.
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How to join Ferndale's comebackResidents can get involved in Ferndale improvements and activities.
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Educators' group promotes racial harmony in BirminghamThe Birmingham chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) has a Race Relations and Diversity Task Force that is striving to promote mutual understanding among people.
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Royal Oak buzzes with Labor Day weekend festivalResidents of Royal Oak and nearby communities may celebrate the Labor Day weekend at at the Arts, Beats & Eats festival.
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Detroit Census Workers Perform 2010 Wrap-Up WorkEach Metro Detroit resident missed in the census will cost the region $1,300 per year in federal aid for streets and roads, public services, hospitals and education.
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Behind the Galarraga 'Perfect Game' HeadlinesBaseball pitcher Armando Galarraga, the Detroit Tiger denied a perfect game by an umpire's missed call, is back into the normal routine. National praise for Gallaraga's sportsmanship, although hugely widespread, may have fallen short of the mark.
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Metro Detroit Road Work Will Show ResultsSometimes, it seems like road work is endless and that the projects never will be completed. However, there are 10 road work projects in the metro Detroit area that will be finished before the end of July. Here is the schedule:
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Michigan Is a Medical Marijuana BattlegroundProtesters gathered recently near across from the Saginaw County Courthouse, accusing Sheriff Bill Federspiel of wrongly raiding and harassing medical marijuana growers and caregiver.
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Metro Detroit road projects begin wrapping upExtensive road projects in metro Detroit, many paid for with federal economic stimulus funds, are coming to a close.Also published on:
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Michigan Governor's Race in FocusMichigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm is limited to two terms. Candidates to replace Granholm are striving for their names to be recognized. Here's a wrapup for Michigan's Aug. 3 primary election.
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A longtime Tigers fan takes on Comerica Park vs. Tiger StadiumTiger Stadium, built nearly a century ago, had many advantages. Comerica Park is better in some respects, but the seats are farther away from the action.Also published on:
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Ten Ugly Men 5K in Rochester, NYThe Ten Ugly Men organization in Rochester, N.Y., has raised a handsome $1.1 million for charity during the past two decades.
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Oil Leak Didn't Happen Near New York City, so It's Not 'Big News'The oil leak happened in the Gulf of Mexico, not near the 'media capital' of New York City, and so this was not considered to be a national emergency that would cause newscasts to interrupt network programming.
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Sacrifice and Save for RetirementSaving s much as possible for retirement should be a goal, even in these tough times.
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New UAW president reflects old-time liberalismNew UAW President Bob King is building an alliance with Jesse Jackson.
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New Lucky Lines lottery game similar to bingoLucky Lines lottery players will have to stay on their toes to make sure they don't miss prizesAlso published on:
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Metro Detroit backs 'weed and seed' crime efforts'Weed and Seed' crime prevention is the U.S. Department of Justice's primary effort to promote local cooperation. Metro Detroit is heavily involved.Also published on:
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Small Detroit suburb Oak Park is big on the lotteryLittle Oak Park, across Eight Mile Road from Detroit, is home to 0.3 percent of Michigan's residents and 11 percent of the state's million-dollar lottery retailers.Also published on:
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Tips to beat the metro Detroit heatSome basic principles for cooling your home are simple, but some may surprise you.
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Pontiac suspect allegedly used beer bottle to torch neighbor's homePolice say a Pontiac arson suspect used a 20-ounce beer bottle as a Molotov cocktail container. Thus we have another offbeat, quirky and weird news story that involves beer.Also published on:
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Brazeal Dennard, Detroit educator and choral director: Lessons from his lifeDetroit's Brazeal Dennard, who died July 5 at age 81, demonstrated that African-American roots in composed music go back further than the origins of blues and jazz.Also published on:
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Diana Lewis: More than a news anchorDiana Lewis recently celebrated her 33rd anniversary at Detroit's Channel 7, WXYZ-TV.Also published on:
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Metro Detroit 'local' lottery numbersWhy pay $5 for a booklet that contains purported lucky lottery numbers? For free, players can use their telephone pads to select special Detroit-based numbers.Also published on:
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Rima Fakih: Miss USA, not Miss AmericaRima Fakih is Michigan's third Miss USA, and the state also boasts five Miss Americas through the years. The pageants are different, and a rivalry exists. Rima Fakih visits her Dearborn hometown on Saturday, June 10, for honors.Also published on:
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Detroit-area legislators air views on lottery moneyMichigan's 38-year-old lottery produces about 6 percent of the state's K-12 school aid fund, and less than 2 percent of the total state budget. Detroit-area lawmakers say some residents overestimate the amount.Also published on:
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Several metro Detroit roadwork projects to end in early JulySeveral construction and repair projects in the metro Detroit area are slated for completion during the first 10 days of July.Also published on:
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In Ferndale, a citizens board sustains environmental actionThe Ferndale Environmental Sustainability Commission, established in 2007, already has made its mark in many ways.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Local
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Red Hot Raffle kicking offIn Red Hot Raffle, unlike most Michigan lottery games, ticket sales are limited so that winning odds are enhanced.Also published on:
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Michigan GOP Wants 9th Congressional Seat BackOakland County Republicans dominated politics, but then they fell back in the Democratic surge of 2008. The Oakland County GOP is aiming to bounce back in 2010, with strong Tea Party influences.
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Sultry Saturday Forecast for Ferndale Library EventFerndale residents can get a first summer look at their new public library on Saturday night, June 26. A break from the weather might be welcome.
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Birmingham Historical Museum: Nice Place for a Summer BreakThe Village Players of Birmingham are featured at the local Historical Museum.
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Royal Oak Tour Hosts Hope Rain Will WaitThe Royal Oak Woman's Club has an uncertain weather forecast for the annual Home and Garden Tour on Saturday, June 26.
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Questions for Elena Kagan, Supreme Court NomineeQuestions for Elena Kagan, Obama's Supreme Court nominee, will come fast and furious. Since the '80s, partisan politics have dominated hearings. -
Some metro Detroit roadwork will soon concludeAlthough roadwork in metro Detroit may seem endless, some 12 projects are scheduled to conclude during the second half of June. For motorists in these areas, the end is near. Here's a listing.Also published on:
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Detroit's Summer Youth Employment Program changes livesIn 2009, federal stimulus money through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act helped Detroit triple the number of summer youth jobs. A federal renewal is in doubt for 2010, but businesses and nonprofits are stepping forward.Also published on:
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Downtown Ferndale wins major improvement awardFerndale's Downtown Development Authority is among five winners of the Great American Main Street Award from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Still, community leaders say they had to do more than preserve to win. They had to restore.Also published on:
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Birmingham kids can beat the heat this weekend by readingFor hot summer days, Birmingham has an excellent public library and art center to keep young people occupied amid indoor comfort.
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Ferndale students face a hot final school dayThe school year in Ferndale concludes Friday, June 18, with an 87-degree forecast.
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Royal Oak weekend starts hot, then cools a bitRoyal Oak residents may choose to seek air conditioning on Friday and Saturday nights, but subsequent temperatures should be more moderate.
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Testimonial: I've Been Writing for Yahoo! for 6 Months!Some AC writers are concerned that the Yahoo! acquisition will cause AC opportunities to shrink. My own experience is the opposite.
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Should Michigan Lottery winners remain anonymous?Nearly 90 percent of big-money Michigan Lottery winners opt to remain anonymous. The anonymous option applies to the in-state games of Classic Lotto 47, Fantasy 5, Keno, Club Keno and the new Lucky Lines.Also published on:
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Urban farming pioneer Will Allen visits DetroitWill Allen's Growing Power provides an urban farming model for Detroit and for other communities.Also published on:
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Baseball on Television:Baseball on television, in how it's shown by Fox Sports and other networks, is all wrong. Progress is regress. The main problem is all the closeups on the players' faces.
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Metro Detroit supports million-dollar Lottery retailersAn Oak Park retailer leads Michigan's lottery retailers, "doubling down" on $1 million in annual sales by reaching $2 million.Also published on:
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DTE Energy offers guidance, rebates and savings for conservationDTE Energy actually will help pay customers to use less energy, on top of the savings that will appear on the monthly bills for customers who embrace conservation. Dozens of methods are unveiled on a website.Also published on:
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Mother Thompson a Paragon of Modesty, Humility ... and StrengthLillian Thompson, my mother, was soft-spoken and even shy. But she also was stronger than anyone else I've ever encountered. I love her so much!
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Detroit's Cinco De Mayo Parade 'Showcases Who We Are'Detroit's Cinco de Mayo celebration is rooted in the 1920s, including a parade that started during the 1960s. -
Canada Day Charity Road Race in Moose Jaw, SaskatchewanPeople might joke about Moose Jaw's name, but the cool summer weather is perfect for a road race.
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Restaurants, taverns prepare for smoking banOn May 1, Michigan becomes the nation's 38th state to enforce a smoking ban in public places.Also published on:
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Commencement 2010: More college grads staying in MichiganFrom 2000 to 2008, the percentages of college graduates who departed Michigan for elsewhere steadily increased. New studies indicate that the trend is reversing.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Local
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Metro Detroit: 'Earth Day' Expands Its ReachEarth Day's 40th anniversary is April 22, but some celebrations in metro Detroit require more than one single day.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Local
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Detroit Restaurant Week Prelude Party Will Support Gleaners Community Food BankDetroit Restaurant Week, with a fundraiser for Gleaners Community Food Bank, shows that the downtown area is alive and prospering.Also published on:
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Detroit Restaurant Weekend Promotes Fine DiningDetroit Restaurant Week, set for April 16-26, is a second-year plan to draw upscale fine-dining enthusiasts into the downtown area. Seventeen restaurants will offer three-course meals for $27.Also published on:
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Detroit's Perfect Cleaners Rescues Prom Dresses for Junior ROTC BallSome girls in Detroit Public Schools' Junior ROTC can't afford to buy gowns for a spring ball, but a local dry cleaner is helping to solve the problem.Also published on:
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Wayne County Distributes Thousands of Gun LocksLast December, a 3-year-old Detroit girl found her grandmother's unlocked gun in a bedroom drawer and accidentally shot herself to death. Since then, the Wayne County Sheriff's Department has given away more than 2,000 safety gun locks.Also published on:
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Spring: Time to Pay Utility Shutoff DebtsState laws to prevent utility shutoffs in the middle of winter have taken effect, but bills come due in April.Also published on:
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Where to Watch the MSU Game this WeekendFor the sixth time in 12 years, Michigan State University's men's basketball team is in the NCAA Final Four. Sports bars in East Lansing and Metro Detroit provide an alternative to watching the game alone at home.Also published on:
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NCAA Basketball Tournament: Coaches OvercoachingWhen watching an NCAA basketball tournament game, do you ever wonder why some of the coaches are constantly running around on the sidelines? They just might be hurting their teams.
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NCAA Basketball Tournament: Too Many TV CommercialsWhen you watch (or try to watch) the NCAA basketball tournament, does it seem like there are a whole lot of TV commercials? In this report, discover exactly how many.
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Detroit Journalist Desiree Cooper Hasn't DisappearedDetroit's Desiree Cooper suddenly disappeared from the Free Press, and from public radio, because of budget cutbacks. She still strives to support her community, but nowadays in different ways.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Local
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Best of Detroit Comedy ClubsMothers have their own holiday, and fathers, too. Lovers get two holidays, if Sweetest Day is added to Valentine's Day. There's Labor Day, Secretaries' Day and even Bosses' Day. So, why shouldn't comics have their own day on April 1?Also published on:- Yahoo! US Local
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Detroit All City Marching Band Aims to Get Back in StepThe Detroit Public Schools All City High School Marching Band was a point of community pride, until the money ran out at the close of 2003. Civic leaders are aiming to put the bounce back into the young musicians' steps.Also published on:- Yahoo! US Local
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Women Drivers Vs. Men DriversWho are the worse drivers, women drivers or men drivers? Arguments (and jokes) are endless, but in the end, there is too much carnage on our highways and byways. -
Bedtime Story HaikuTell me a bedtime story. Tell me a bedtime story tonight.
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Detroit Kennel Club Dog Shows Vendors: Expect the UnexpectedCan you imagine a dog lounging in a hammock like a sleepy human or chasing a toy like a silly cat? Check out the vendor innovations at the Detroit Kennel Club Dog Shows on the weekend of March 6 and 7.Also published on:
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Getting Ready for Detroit Kennel Club Dog ShowsHow are Detroit Kennel Club Dog Shows exhibitors preparing for the big weekend? There are differences in working with bulldogs, rare Bernese mountain dogs and poodles. -
End of the Ski SeasonMetro Detroit ski facilities aim to extend their seasons well into March, while a veteran enthusiast sees both benefits and drawbacks.
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Health Care Reform Public Approval RatingsObama health care approval ratings? Congress health care approval ratings? What approval ratings should the American people give themselves for the public opinions we are expressing toward health care reform? How do we rate ourselves collectively?
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Competitive Cheer and Pom Pon: Fast-Rising Girls SportsMichigan is a model for a nationwide trend of girls competing in cheerleading and pom pon, with scores kept and winners honored.
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Traffic Deaths, Traffic Injuries: Overlooked NewsThe United States' monthly toll of traffic deaths exceeds the number of people killed on 9/11, but you won't see reports on the national news. Why is this story overlooked, and why do so many people drive like idiots? -
Farmington Library Hosts 'Sweet Music in Harlem'Ann Arbor author Debbie A. Taylor was inspired to write "Sweet Music in Harlem" when she saw a photo of famous jazz musicians. Her work will come to life in a Feb. 22 program at the Farmington Community Main Library.
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Troy Encounters Budget TroublesThe prosperous city of Troy is one of the last places that onlookers would expect to encounter budget shortfalls, but the spread of economic recession is affecting even middle-class communities in Metro Detroit.
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My Associated Content TestimonialFor 33 years, this news reporter gave his best to his hometown Saginaw News. Then, suddenly, I was too old or too expensive or whatever. Where to turn? Associated Content's initial window of opportunity is growing into a panorama.
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Wayne County Stimulus: Count 'Em, 636 GrantsWayne County's Recovery Act economic stimulus plan supports everything from schools to jobs, from road work to weatherization, from health clinics to food pantries.Also published on:
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Wayne County Foreclosure Prevention to ExpandMetro Detroit is a hotbed for mortgage foreclosure activity that drives thousands of families from their homes. Wayne County Executive Robert A. Ficano is leading expansion of the Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Program to three neighboring counties.Also published on:
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Detroit Ombudsmen: 'Watchdogs for Citizens, Business Owners and Visitors'Detroit Ombudsman Durene L. Brown isn't well-known in the same manner as Mayor Dave Bing or City Council President Charles Pugh. Still, Bing and Pugh say Brown heads a seven-member team that carries clout and influence at City Hall.Also published on:
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Mayor Dave Bing Gets Down to Business in DetroitWhen citizens review Detroit's mayors, they often look at the 1974 racial transition from Roman Gribbs to Coleman Young. However, Dave Bing's emergence represents a transformation of a different sort.Also published on:
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2010 Super Bowl Kickoff? 2010 Super Bowl Start Time? 2010 Super Bowl Party Time?Why can't we figure out the 2010 Super Bowl start time, the 2010 Super Bowl kickoff time, whatever, given the vast significance of the Super Bowl party, nowadays a national institution? Woodward and Bernstein (or Geraldo) should investigate.
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Detroit Pistons: How the Mighty Have FallenFrom 2003 to 2008, the Detroit Pistons qualified six straight times for the NBA's version of the collegiate Final Four, and they won the 2004 championship. In two short years, they have fallen from the top to the lower echelon. What happened?
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New Orleans Saints + Super Bowl + Hurricane Katrina = OverkillThe New Orleans Saints and the Hurricane Katrina aftermath will become joined at the hip in news reports, now that the Saints have qualified to play in the Super Bowl on Feb. 7. There's a good side, but part of the story is a myth. -
Haiti and Rush Limbaugh; Haiti and Foreign AidTragedy in Haiti can create two political actions: Get Rush Limbaugh off the radio, and give priority to humanitarian aid rather than warfare.
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To Raise Money for Haiti, Trust the Red CrossThe Red Cross is among many worthy sources donating money and volunteer resources in Haiti. Ignore the bad rap that the Red Cross took (mostly from Fox News) after Sept. 11, 2001.
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2009 PMA Acceptance Speech: Content of the YearFirst acceptance speech of my life!
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Chocolate Cheerios? Definitely a New EraMany older scolders have adjusted to the Internet and iPods, but the thought of Chocolate Cheerios is difficult to accept.
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Obama's First Year: Trying to Do Too Much?Critics say that in President Obama's first year, he is trying to do too much. This seems an odd complaint. President Obama's first year demonstrated his persistence, and often his patience, in pursuing the greater good for our nation. -
Detroit Pushing for More Accurate 2010 Census CountCensus counting is not as simple as it seems, because some citizens don't care or cooperate. Urban areas are most prone to undercounting, but Detroit census workers are striving to make a difference.Also published on:
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Detroit's Urban Gardens: A Food RevolutionIf any city has an abundance of vacant land, it's Detroit. Urban gardens are transforming abandoned eyesores into sources of bountiful harvests at the forefront of an inner-city food revolution.Also published on:
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T.R. Reid's Book Shatters 'Socialized Medicine' Health Care Reform MythsMany Americans say they "just don't understand" health care reform, and fear ObamaCare would lead to socialized medicine, rationed health care, and government-run health care. They're wrong. -
Haiki: The Music of Life"Almost Like Being in Love?" Entirely being in love, with the Music of Life! -
Chicken Noodle Soup: Recipes for Bachelors Improves Upon Campbell'sBachelors, you don't have to consume Campbell's Condensed chicken noodle soup for the remainder of your bachelors years. Learn to repare an advanced bachelor's recipe for chicken noodle soup. You may even wind up achieving marriage! -
Decade's Top News Stories: 9/11, War on Terror, Obama, BushBush appointed by Supreme Court. Sept. 11. Then Afghanistan, next Iraq, now back to Afghanistan. Globalization (with an economic near-depression) and Googleization. The human genome. Obama. Health care insurance reform. A chock-full decade. -
Holiday Haiku Irony: Charlie Brown's PredictionHere's an old sage's Holiday Haiku for 2009. No, am not one of those against calling it Christmas Haiku. It's just that Holiday Haiku is alliterative. .... Hey, but wait, so is Hanukkah Haiku. And Kwanzaa Haiku, almost. Whatever! "Holiday" it is. -
Top News Story of 2009: Failure of BipartisanshipFor the 2009 year in review, few analysts will say the political divide is the top news story. Still, for President Obama and Republicans, the failure of bipartisanship is the common thread in issues such as the economic recession and health care. -
Greatest Athlete: Muhammad AliMuhammad Ali ranks as the all-time American greatest athlete for what he accomplished after he was banned from boxing. Muhammad Ali's three bouts with Joe Frazier and his clash with George Foreman are the main reasons.
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All-Time Worst Boxing NicknamesOne might think that an athlete given an awful boxing nickname would knock the block off of the promoter or the sportswriter who came up with the awful boxing nickname, but the sport has a rich (???) tradition of some real doozies. -
Stupak-Pitt Abortion Amendment Rejected in Senate Health Care Bill: Who's Really Pro-Life?Abortion pro-lifers again face frustration, as the Senate rejects Stupak-Pitt's provisions for restrictions on taxpayer-funded abortions. However, these same pro-lifers support cuts in child care and endorse capital punishment.
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Challenge for Metro Detroit Charities: Fewer Donors, More People in NeedMichael Thompson's story on the tough times of Detroit charities is a 2009 PMA winner for best content. Winners will be featured in this spot through Monday.
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Writing Tips: Proofread, Use a 'Nut Graf,' Avoid Using 'I' Too OftenWriting tips only work if we consistently keep them in mind. My own discipline has been lacking in several basic principles, such as repeated self-proofreading, use of nutshell paragraphs, and avoiding use of "I" too often. -
Thanksgiving Memory Stories: Dad Was Sick, Mom Had DiedWhen we think of Thanksgiving memory stories, we cannot help but think of our loved ones, especially our parents. My good fortune was to have the two best parents that anyone could ever imagine. -
President Obama Does NOT Oppose MammogramsA group of private sector medical professionals had recommended to the government that mammograms possibly could begin at age 50, rather than age 40. This is not a government panel, this is not President Obama's viewpoint, this is not rationing. -
Best of Associated Content: Christmas Card and Holiday Card Exchange IdeasChristmas homemade card and holiday card ideas from AC's Stacy Hensley, Pam Thomas, CJ Mathis, Maryanne Smith, Daniella Nicole, Susi Frock, Jenn C., Angie Marcum, Shawbelt, Linda Louise Johnson, Sheri Fresonke Harper, Elizabeth Valentine, ShawnTe Pierce.
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Saginaw PRIDE Christmas Parade: ReflectionsThe annual Christmas Parade in Saginaw (Michigan) is a block from my family's home, so it's a quick walk down the street. However, the Christmas Parade created a stream-of-thought within me. This is my attempt to communicate.
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U.S. Cities with the Most TrafficIn the United States' most traffic congested cities, motorists annually are stuck in traffic for more than the equivalent of a 40-hour workweek.
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White House Lawn, Wednesday Before ThanksgivingThe annual White House "turkey pardoning" ceremony isn't so funny, when we consider what happens to real people in real life. This haiku is in honor of Associated Content's Dee, who tirelessly fights the injustice of capital punishment. -
Interview with Joyce Seals, Saginaw (Michigan) MayorJoyce Seals, Saginaw (Michigan) mayor and grassroots civic leader, isn't just the most famous person I know. She's also one of the best people I know, and the same goes for her family. Her courage in fighting breast cancer is remarkable. -
Pit Bull Attacks and Pit Bull Maulings Cause Death, Injury and TerrorElected officials have aimed to adopt legislation that would stem the tide of pit bull attacks and pit bull maulings. These sad attack stories and videos exist all over the web. Should stronger laws punish pit bull attacks and pit bull maulings? -
Detroit-Area Recession Means More than UnemploymentThe severe economic recession, in the Detroit area and beyond, creates impacts that go beyond people losing their jobs. Extended families end up living under one roof, health care is not available, and life overall simply isn't as good as life once was.Also published on:
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Boxing Equipment Has Changed, but Boxing Gear Traditions ContinueBoxing equipment includes boxing gloves (competition, sparring, training), boxing trunks, boxing shoes, punching bags (heavy and speed), and boxing protective equipment.
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Switzerland's Montreaux Christmas Market Highlights Montreaux NoelThe Montreaux Christmas Market still may play second fiddle to the Montreaux Jazz Festival, but the four-week holiday showcase is making its own mark along Switzerland's shoreline with Lake Geneva, among the most popular European markets.
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Hanukkah Crafts for Kids: Tree Branch MenorahA tree branch menorah provides a fantastic example of Hanukkah crafts for kids of all ages. The level of detail and sophistication for the tree branch menorah will depend on the ages of the children who are involved in Hanukkah crafts. -
Kwanzaa Gift Exchange: Consider the Seven Kwanzaa PrinciplesFor a Kwanzaa gift exchange, first keep in mind that a Kwanzaa gift in no way is intended as a replacement or alternative to a Christmas gift. Kwanzaa is a celebration, not a holiday.
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Christmas Warm Climate Decorations IdeasChristmas warm climate decoration ideas? You're at the beach with the kids and they're making sand castles by the shoreline. It's December 23rd. Hey, how about constructing a sand Christmas tree instead?
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Kwanzaa Books for ChildrenKwanzaa celebrations from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1 were born from African culture and first took root among African Americans. Still, the seven principles featured in Kwanzaa books for kids have meaning for all children and for all people.
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Plan a China Vacation BudgetA China vacation budget can cover only a few days, but if we're going to travel such a long distance, why not extend our China vacation into a second week? Beijing and the Great Wall are musts, but let's not forget Shanghai.
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Colorado Winter Hiking GuideAs you prepare for cold weather Colorado winter hiking, you may choose from varying degrees of difficulty, and park rangers are always there to help.
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Your Cat's Eyes Can See in the Dark, and Sideways, TooA cat's eyes not only can see in the dark, but a cat's eyes also have a 186-degree field of sideways vision. About the only thing a cat's eyes can't see is the cat's own nose. -
Where is All that State Lottery Money Going? - Skeptics Demand AnswersState governors and legislators are forced to cut budgets left and right, as critics ask, "Where is all the state lottery money going?" The answer is that state lottery money provides only 3 percent of a typical budget for K-12 public education. -
Holiday Christmas Low-Cost Gift Ideas for WritersThis fall, yours truly has written articles about Christmas gift ideas for almost everybody under the sun. This article, finally, relates to personal experience: What are good (or not-so-good) low-cost gift ideas for a writer?
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Christmas Cheap Gifts for Raw FoodistsOur first impression might be that it will be difficult to find cheap low-cost gifts for raw foodists. However, when we think about that, there are an array of fantastic options. Here's a list of five ideas for gifts for raw foodists. -
Best Christmas Games for KidsWe don't need a bunch of items and gadgets to engage in Christmas party games for kids. In fact, for the "Christmas Clue Game," we don't need any items or gadgets at all .... except maybe for some Happy Meal coupons. Come, read, and help Grandpa out!
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Best Christmas Party Games for KidsChristmas party games for kids can keep them occupied during those school vacation days that sometimes seem endless for both kids (who are anxious for Christmas to arrive) and parents (who are anxious for school to resume).
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Artificial Aluminum Christmas TreesAluminum Christmas trees are making a comeback, both newly made and vintage aluminum trees that have gathered dust in attics. Here's how to find and buy an artificial aluminum Christmas tree .... but first, some of the history.
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Thanksgiving Clothing Drives in Saginaw and ElsewhereAn event such as a Thanksgiving clothing drive is successful when donors practice a chain letter type of "multiplier effect" and persuade others to get involved. The same is true for canned food drives. We even can donate old furniture and appliances. -
Should a 'Green' Eco-Friendly Lifestyle Involve Political Action?What good does it do to conserve and recycle, if major industries and public utilities are polluting our air and land and water? An environmental activist from Saginaw, Michigan, raises some challenging eco-friendly lifestyle questions. -
Ten Tips for Writing a Letter to SantaSanta Claus is a busy fellow, but in this educational and fun article he personally provides tips for writing a letter to the North Pole. -
Recycled Christmas Gift Wrapping IdeasTo follow recycled Christmas gift wrapping ideas, we need not feel we are under a hardship or that we lack options. In fact, our range of choices is expanded with recycled holiday gift wrapping.
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Christmas Gift Exchange IdeasBack in the old days, people simply exchanged Christmas holiday gifts without a second thought. But as the price of "progress," people now are striving to think of creative Christmas holiday gift ideas. Here's a quintet.
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Coping with Dementia: My Personal StoryIf an elder loved one is afflicted with dementia, traditional means of communication may no longer serve their purpose. We need to pursue creative methods for coping for dementia.
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Traditional Russian Christmas Dinner RecipesChristmas dinner in Russia sometimes doesn't happen until New Year's Eve, due to the influence of past Communist rule. But when it's finally time for a traditional Russian Christmas dinner, the Russians go whole hog.
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Traditional Latvian Christmas Dinner RecipesWho needs all sorts of entrees and side dishes. A traditional Latvian Christmas dinner starts with a meat pie, loaded with beef and cabbage, so that we don't even need a vegetable or a potato on the side. For a treat, we add pate and ginger biscuits.
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Traditional British Christmas Dinner RecipesThe British have been celebrating Christmas for centuries, and a traditional British Christmas dinner includes some of the world's most simple recipes, starting with a roasted bird as the main attraction.
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Traditional Italian Christmas Dinner RecipesChristmas dinner in Italy doesn't require lasagna, but lasagna is the main dish of choice. Our traditional Italian Christmas dinner recipes include a lasagna with not one sauce, but two, joined with an Italian salad and a light dessert.
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Christmas Light Photography Tips and AdviceWhen we want to shoot Christmas photography of stunning Christmas light displays, our first instinct is to include the whole scene. That's fine, but close-ups also are good. Plus, the best time is twilight time.
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Christmas Photography Tips and AdviceThe best Christmas photography advice is to stay in the background and catch candid shots, rather than making a spectacle of yourself. Your posed Christmas photography can take place near the close of the Christmas party.