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From her psychology degree, crisis counseling experience and personal history, Mar writes on mental and emotional health, addiction, codependency and recovery. A relationships mentor with her husband of 25 years, Mar pens dating advice and marriage glue recipes.
She s also a mommying geek, advising across the parenting spectrum--from nursing babies to teens to adult kids.
A thrifty diy-er, Mar shares home-management, $-saving and living large-for-less tips. She and her husband paid off $20K in debt & stay debt-free in economically challenged Michigan. They re remodeling a 100+ year old home from the landscape up.
From her popular Great Food 4U blog, this domestic goddess writes on nutrition, world cooking, religious diets, healthy eating and vegetarian/vegan diets. She writes on practical health wisdom from a school-of-experience degree as Mama Doc.
Mar s published on Yahoo! News, Shine, Homes, Helium Marketplace SEED, AT&T, Diabetes Active, Mapquest, Best Contractors, How to Do Things, Gather, Life Tips.
Mar s directed youth theater director, written plays and volunteers in social justice issues. A Catholic Transcendentalist, Mar shares about it on her Catholic Activities blog. Her current projects include children s fiction series, an emotional health primer, a Gothic paranormal-travel anthology and a Michigan history-mystery series.
Mar brings joie de vivre, compassion and passion to all her work.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: May 17-19, 2013Forecasts promise warm weather with some thunderstorms this weekend, May 17-19, for Detroit. But don't let thunder and lightning stop you from having fun.
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Cincinnati Police Chief James Craig Is Detroit's New Top CopDetroit will soon have a new police chief. Cincinnati Police Chief James Craig will take over. Assistant Chief Chester Logan has been filling in temporarily as chief of police since former Chief Ralph Godbee Jr. stepped down amid scandal.
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Thinking Outside the Box to Help Detroit's HomelessHomelessness and poverty are glaring problems in Detroit. Homeless Action Network Detroit (HAND), 19,213 people have no place to call home. One forward-thinking student developed a novel way to warm street-sleepers. She's not the only one thinking outside -
Project Pinstripes Dresses Detroit Students for SuccessEveryone's talking academic success in Detroit, it seems. One group, Minority Males for Higher Education, is thinking success at the wardrobe level, with its Project Pinstripes business suit giveaway program. -
What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: May 10-12, 2013Mother's Day weekend in Detroit promises partly sunny, cooler weather. Here's a lineup of Motor City entertainment for your May 10-12 activities.
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Detroit Public Schools Emergency Manager Roberts to Step DownDetroit Public Schools has been under emergency financial management for four years, first under Robert Bobb, then Roy Roberts. DPS was $300 million in debt. Roberts is stepping down as emergency manager. DPS still owes $76M and will get a new EM.
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Detroit Emergency Manager Orr Faces Deposition, LawsuitKevyn Orr, Detroit's new state-appointed emergency manager, faces deposition. Union activist and long-time opponent of emergency management Robert Davis filed a lawsuit saying the process by which Orr was selected violated Michigan's Open Meetings Act. -
New Initiative for Detroit Public Schools: What Will It Mean?Detroit Public Schools announced a groundbreaking initiative that will have broad-spectrum impacts for residents when fully implemented. "Neighborhood-Centered, Quality Schools" aims to partner community and schools and buildings into neighborhood hubs. -
Chase Grants $1.5M for Southwest Detroit School ProgramsThe Associated Press says JPMorgan Chase has announced that it will grant $1.5 million to Detroit nonprofits that provide services to low-income students at three schools in Southwest Detroit. -
What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: May 3-5, 2013A warm, springy weekend is in store for Detroit. Taylor Swift is sold out at Ford Field, but here's a lineup of other activities for families and Detroiters this Friday-Sunday, May 3-5.
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Detroit Mayoral Race Called Two-Man Contest: Is Race an Issue?Detroit has an 82-percent black population and hasn't had a white mayor in 44 years. Detroit's mayoral race has been plagued with "rivalries and racial rifts." Two contenders are tied for first place: one black and one white. Is the election about race? -
Secrets to Top-Performing Detroit Schools' SuccessExcellent Schools Detroit has an ambitious mission: to make Detroit the first major U.S. city with a 90-percent graduation rate. The coalition released a report (the first of its kind) using MEAP (Michigan Educational Assessment Program) scores. -
Ryan Gosling to Film in Detroit: How Do Film Tax Credits Impact Michigan?Disney's "Oz: The Great and Powerful" premiered in March in Detroit, where it was made. To attract film companies to choose the Great Lakes State, Michigan offers subsidies and tax credits for made-in-state productions. -
Detroit Mayoral Campaigns Heat Up; Bing Starts Re-Election ProcessAs the deadline for entering Detroit's race for mayor looms May 14, 2013, several contenders have thrown their hats in the ring. Incumbent Mayor Dave Bing hasn't said whether he'll run for re-election. On Friday, he did pull petitions to run a mayoral -
Donations Keep Detroit Parks Scheduled for Closure OpenWhen a deal fell through for the state to take over Belle Isle in February, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing said 51 parks would not open in spring. Mayor Bing announced Wednesday that thanks to donations from businesses, parks will remain open. -
Detroit May See Shipping Container Community Center, HotelDetroit gets a lot of negative publicity. One positive about living with a fair amount of urban decay? There are fewer barriers and more space to experiment. One Detroit group is pursuing a new, rather divergent idea: shipping container buildings. -
What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: April 26-28, 2013This April 26-28 weekend, forecasts as of publication say temperatures should be in the 60s with little to no chance of precipitation. Get out of the house this weekend and take in one of these fun activities around metro Detroit.
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MEAP Scores Show Failing Detroit Schools Are Charter AcademiesMichigan Gov. Rick Snyder called state and national education systems "broken." The governor is trying to sell a reduced-price school plan, which looks curiously like a voucher system. Detroit MEAP test scores show charter academies aren't value schools. -
2013 Grand River Flood, Cold Snap Could Derail Michigan CropsSpring 2013 made Michigan history with record west-side rain and flooding. Grand Rapids, Mich., lived up to her name as the Grand River rapids that bisect the city crested at over 22 feet (4 feet above flood stage) Sunday, April 22, says NewsChannel 3. -
West Michigan's Grand River Runneth Over, After Years of DroughtSpring, 2013 may be game-changer for West Michigan. Rain is deluging our parched region, particularly along the Grand River, from Grand Rapids to her mouth in Grand Haven, Mich. The National Atmospheric and Oceanic Administration says to expect more rain -
Downtown Detroit's Diverse Housing OptionsAny large urban center is defined by diversity of its population: culture, socioeconomic background, interests, and needs. No city cuts such a wide swath as Detroit. Case in point: living spaces. There's something for everyone in the Motor City. -
What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: April 19-21, 2013As Michigan's thermometer inches up, we're seeing signs of spring everywhere. Earth Day is nearly upon us. Looking for fun activities in and around metro Detroit this April 19-21, 2013, weekend? There's something for everyone and every age!
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Severe Weather Barrels Down on Detroit Area ThursdayApril showers are bringing more than May flowers to the Detroit area. A trifecta of thunderstorms, lightning and flooding is barreling down on the metro area. The National Weather Service warns of possible tornadoes and 1-inch diameter hail.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: April 12-14, 2013Spring has sprung in Detroit and signs of it are cropping up everywhere. It's still pretty chilly, but never fear. Here's a list of Motor City fun and entertainment to warm you!
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: April 5-7, 2013Could it be? Spring finally remembered Michigan? It's been a long, cold winter in Detroit, and we're ready for sunshine! Schools are starting or finishing spring break. If you'll be spending the April 5-7 weekend in Motown, here's an event lineup.
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Detroit's David Whitney Building to Finally See ResurrectionAfter more than a decade, Detroit's famed David Whitney Building, is finally getting her long-awaited face lift. The Detroit Free Press says a development team Whitney Partners LLC was able to gather the $82 million needed to start converting the Whitney.
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Billionaire Dan Gilbert Steadily Buying Up Detroit BuildingsDan Gilbert of Quicken Loans is fast becoming downtown Detroit's prime mover and shaker. In March, Forbes ranked Gilbert No. 384 on its "World's Billionaires" list -- a 470-slot jump from last year. And Gilbert is spending his money in the Motor City.
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Priorities for Detroit Emergency Manager Kevyn OrrKevyn Orr, Detroit's new state-appointed emergency manager, began his 18-month tenure late in March, says Click on Detroit. What are the priorities of a state controller in such a large city?
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Detroit EM Spends $5M on Consultants; City Gets $8M DonationDetroit's newly hired emergency financial manager, Kevyn Orr, began work contracting $5 million worth of consultation on ways to balance city books. Meanwhile, local businesses chipped in to buy Detroit new public safety vehicles.
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Detroit Mayor, City Council Still Paid Under Emergency ManagerThere's a new boss in Motown. In an unprecedented move a few weeks ago, Gov. Rick Snyder appointed an emergency manager for Detroit. In a financially struggling city, what should a state controller's first priority be?
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Sharpton Group Sues Against Michigan Emergency ManagementA group led by civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton has filed a lawsuit against Public Act 436 (the new EM law), saying it violates the Voter Rights Act, reports Click on Detroit.
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Detroit-Area School Suicide Highlights Gun Control DebateTragedy struck at a metro Detroit school in late March. ABC Action News 7 WXYZ reports that a eighth-grade boy brought a handgun to Davidson Middle School in Southgate, Michigan, and shot himself. Legislation would ban Glocks like the gun used.
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Spring 2013 Festivals and Fairs in DetroitSay "spring," and what leaps to mind? In Michigan, picnics, flowers, parades, and festivals -- a chance to sweep out winter blues with the last, dingy snow! Here are must-not-miss spring 2013 festivals in and around Detroit.
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Off-the-Beaten-Path Parks in Metro DetroitLooking for spring frolics in metro Detroit? Why not check out an area park? Mayor Dave Bing announced the closing of 51 parks in February, reports the Detroit Free Press, but there are still plenty of outdoor venues to enjoy.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: March 29-31, 2013Spring is poking her head out of the ground with crocuses and daffodils. As we enter this Easter weekend, March 29-31, 2013, here are events in metro Detroit for everyone to enjoy.
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How Detroit's Historic Black Bottom Neighborhood Got Its NameDetroit's Black Bottom neighborhood has faded into history as a specific burb. Many of the buildings are gone. But the legacy it left Motown is felt everywhere. So how did this iconic area get it's name? Probably not in the way you might think.
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Five of Downtown Detroit's Best Baseball BarsFor baseball fans, downtown Detroit means Tigers! When heading out after the game or looking for a place to catch it on TV, which sports bars do locals pick?
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: March 22-24, 2013It's still brisk and cold in Detroit as we kick off spring. But never fear, there's plenty of fun and excitement in the Motor City this March 22-24, 2013, weekend. Here's what not to miss!
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What to Do Around Detroit This Weekend: March 15-17, 2013As we count down to spring in Michigan, the thermometer is inching up, and crocuses are showing their heads. As Old Man Winter takes his leave, here are fun activities for this March 15-17, 2013, weekend in Detroit.
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Detroit Protesters Plan Freeway Slow-Downs in Response to EMIt's been tense in Detroit recently. To express frustration and draw attention to state-appointed emergency management, planned traffic jams were organized in the city this week.
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Michigan Gov. Snyder Appoints Kevyn Orr Detroit Emergency ManagerOn Thursday, March 14, Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder made a historic appointment. The state's largest city, Detroit, will be placed under emergency management. The Detroit Free Press says the governor will name attorney Kevyn Orr emergency manager.
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Detroit-Area Teachers Sue Over Union ContractThree teachers in Detroit-area Taylor, Mich., are suing Taylor School District, Taylor Federation of Teachers, and the Board of Education over a union contract. The Mackinac Center says it violates Michigan's right-to-work law that takes effect March 28.
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Michigan GOP Challenges Detroit Schools Over Right-to-WorkDetroit-area school officials were taken to task by state Republicans about contracts approved just prior to the date Michigan's right-to-work law takes effect. Democrats want Gov. Rick Snyder and the GOP to back off collective bargaining.
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Former Detroit Mayor Kilpatrick Found Guilty of Corruption, RacketeeringDecisions were handed down in former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's racketeering and extortion trial. Then-city contractor Bobby Ferguson and Kilpatrick's father, Bernard Kilpatrick were tried, too.
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Detroit Mayor Passes on Hosting 2024 OlympicsCiting financial hardship, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing said he will pass on a bid to host the 2024 Olympics in the Motor City, reports ABC Action 7 WXYZ.
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Children Key to Challenge of Michigan's Same-Sex Marriage BanA Michigan federal court is embroiled in the legalities of a state ban on same-sex marriage. At the heart of that debate are three children -- Ryanne, Jacob, and Nolan -- and their lesbian parents, April DeBoer and Jayne Rowse, who want to adopt them.
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Metro Detroit's Most Traditional, Authentic Irish PubsFor many, St. Patrick's Day in means drinking green beer, eating corned beef, and sporting emerald-colored shamrocks and leprechauns. If you're looking a traditional St. Paddy's experience in metro Detroit, check out the authentically Irish pubs.
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Detroit Mayor Bing Won't Appeal Emergency ManagerDetroit officials plan to file an appeal against emergency management. Mayor Dave Bing said Wednesday that he won't support the council's appeal.
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Detroit City Council to Appeal Emergency ManagerMichigan Gov. Rick Snyder announced recently that he plans to appoint an emergency manager for Detroit's $327 million deficit and $14 billion debt. Detroit Mayor Dave Bing won't appeal emergency management, but City Council filed an appeal for Tuesday.
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What to Do Around Detroit This Weekend: March 8-10, 2013I wish I could promise you warmer weather for the Detroit metro area this second weekend of March. We're still shivering and snow-covered, but I can promise you a hot lineup of activities to entertain you this weekend, March 8-10, 2013.
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Shared Spaces, Gazelle Businesses Regrow DetroitMost Detroiters probably didn't need the recent state report to tell them that their city is in fiscal trouble. But an economic spring is sprouting new life in the urban wasteland. Locals are regrowing Detroit in shared spaces and gazelle businesses.
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Concerns About Detroit's Plans for Emergency ManagerMichigan Gov. Rick Snyder will appoint an emergency manager for Detroit. City officials have 10 days to appeal, but most agree that emergency management is a done deal. Gov. Snyder outlined his expectations for the EM, but there are concerns.
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Detroit-Area School Closures Due to Camo-Dressed VisitorSchool was closed Tuesday at L'Anse Creuse High School in Detroit-area Harrison, Michigan. A man entered wearing camouflage, reports the Detroit Free Press.
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Romney Touted for Detroit Emergency Manager TakeoverDetroit is $327 million in deficit and owes $14 billion. Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder was advised by a state treasury review to appoint an emergency manager. Suggestions have been made for former presidential candidate Mitt Romney for takeover.
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Michigan Gov. Snyder to Appoint Detroit Emergency ManagerMichigan Gov. Rick Snyder said that Detroit is in trouble and will appoint an emergency manager to balance the city's budget, says the Detroit Free Press.
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Best Winter Weekend Escapes in Metro DetroitMichigan is known by one of two nicknames, depending on season: water or winter wonderland. Looking for a snowbound getaway in Michigan's largest city of Detroit? Why not try one of these metro-area winter weekend escapes?
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What to Do Around Detroit This Weekend: March 1-3, 2013Winter got a late start in Detroit this 2012-2013 season. It's still battering Motown with cold and snow going into March. But here's a hot lineup of fun to warm your March 1-3, 2013, weekend.
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Detroit-Area Students Suspended for 'Harlem Shake' VideoAt least 30 high school students at Milford High School in a metro Detroit suburb were suspended for making an inappropriate "Harlem Shake" dance video. At the same time, the AAP has warned against using school suspension as discipline.
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NAACP Speaks Out Against Detroit Emergency ManagerA state report came out earlier this month placing Detroit in financial crisis. The report suggested that an emergency manager may be needed for Michigan's financially beleaguered largest city. The Detroit Branch NAACP spoke out against state takeover.
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Detroit City Council Conclave Debates State Finance ReviewEarlier in February, a Michigan state financial report gave Detroit city officials failing grades in budget management. The state is considering takeover of Detroit finances by emergency manager. The City Council met privately on the report.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: Feb. 22-24Winter is blasting the Motor City with cold temps and freezing rain. But never fear -- despite the chill, there's a lot of hot entertainment and fun in Detroit. Here's a list of must-do activities for this weekend, February 22-24.
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Sharpton Rep Weighs In on Flint Hospital Discrimination Case"I just was really dumbfounded." Those were nurse Tonya Battle's words when learning she couldn't care for a white baby at Hurley Medical Center's neonatal unit in Flint, Michigan.
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State Financial Review Finds Cash Emergency in DetroitMichigan State Treasurer Andy Dillon and his financial review team released a report on Detroit's fiscal situation at a press conference in Cadillac Square on Tuesday.
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First Person: How I Protect My Family from Chemicals in Everyday ProductsUnited Nations-sponsored research released Tuesday links man-made chemicals in everyday products to increased birth deformities, hormonal cancers and psychiatric diseases. Here's how I protect my family from chemicals in everyday products.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: Feb. 15-17Looking for fun and entertainment in Detroit this chilly Valentine's Day 2013 weekend? The Motor City has a (really) diverse assortment of activities for kids, families, and adults on February 15-17.
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Nazi Sign Prompts Look at Run-Down Detroit Packard PlantIn February, a German slogan appeared in graffiti across the walkway of Detroit's derelict Packard plant on East Grand. Packard has a long history of notoriety in Detroit.
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Meadow Brook Hall, Detroit's Period RomanceWhen I first drove up the curving, gas-lit drive to Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester Hills, Michigan, outside Detroit, I felt I'd been transported back to Regency England. Looking for a romantic interlude amid the bustle of contemporary life?
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New Windows Spotted in Detroit's Derelict Michigan Central StationDriving by the historic, derelict Michigan Central Station, you might see signs of life -- small, but possibly significant. Two windows appear to have been installed in the top floor of the crumbling 18-story, nearly centenarian structure.
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Intimate, Romantic Restaurants in Metro DetroitDetroit serves up romance in a big way on Valentine's Day. Bistros, cafes, and five-star establishments will be outdoing themselves in celebrating the day of love. Looking for an intimate dining experience? Try these downtown and metro Detroit venues.
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Detroit Suburb Residents Give Rat Bounty Big Thumbs DownTo stem a rat problem in metro Detroit, St. Clair Shores, a suburb of the city, proposed a $5 per-rat-kill bounty. A flood of negative feedback from locals caused the city to nix the plan. Here's a Q-and-A on rats in the city, how residents are responding
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What to Do This Weekend in Detroit: Feb. 9-10, 2013Winter is starting to take Michigan seriously, and Detroit is finally seeing snow this second weekend in February. Activities for the February 8-10 weekend include a mix of indoor and outdoor. Here are recommended stops for your Motown visit.
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3 Happening Detroit Neighborhoods for 2013Detroit gets its fair share of negative press. But all is not lost in Motown, not by a long shot. Detroit is making a comeback that may usher in a new golden age. Here are pocket neighborhoods and development opportunities in Detroit.
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WWII Detroit: America's 'Arsenal of Democracy'Prior to the United States' entrance into World War II, President Franklin Roosevelt challenged the nation to become the world's "arsenal of democracy."
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Detroit to Lose 51 Parks - Impact on ResidentsDetroit's City Council nixed a plan to lease Belle Isle to the State of Michigan last week. In response, Mayor Dave Bing announced plans to close 51 area parks, cut maintenance at others, and greatly reduce recreation center budgets overall.
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What to Do This Weekend in Detroit: Feb. 1-3, 2013It's going to be a busy first weekend of February in Detroit. From the kickoff of Black History Month to Groundhog Day to Super Bowl 2013, there's a lot to do, see, and learn in the Motor City. Here are top picks.
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Detroit Scottish Meat Pie Links Michigan's UP and LPWe know the Mighty Mac Bridge connects Michigan's Upper Peninsula (UP) with the lower part of the state. But there's another link-up: the UP's pasties and a favorite Scottish food found in the lower peninsula called forfar bridies.
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Detroit Heard MLK Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' Speech FirstDr. Martin Luther King Jr. left many significant marks on U.S. history. One was his "I Have a Dream" speech, given at the March on Washington on August 28, 1963. Detroiters heard it first at two months earlier.
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5 Detroit Areas That Take You Back in Time and PlaceSay sightseeing in Detroit, and what comes to mind? Comerica Park, Joe Louis Arena, Henry Ford Museum, and Greenfield Village -- these are signature Detroit places. But there are areas in the Motor City that feel nothing like Detroit.
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Organizing Ford Motor Company: Black Detroit Autoworkers, Communism, Cadillac SquareFor the last 100ish years, the word "communism" has held negative connotations. In 1930s Detroit, being a Communist wasn't considered a bad thing, though -- at least not for 60,000 black American autoworkers.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: Jan. 25-27, 2013Winter has finally gotten in gear in Michigan this fourth weekend of 2013. But snow and plummeting temperatures aren't slowing things down in Detroit. The January 25-27, 2013, weekend is jam-packed with activities for kids, families, and adults.
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What's New in 2013 for Detroit Microbreweries, Craft BeersWhen microbreweries and craft breweries hit the scene in the early 1990s, Michigan led the pack. Detroit also has a flourishing beer culture. Here are 2013 brewing trends in the Motor City and its environs.
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Best Restaurant Soups in Metro DetroitWhile we haven't seen much snow this winter in Detroit, it's been cold. And what better way to warm up than with a bowl of soup? Soup at many restaurants is the ho-hum side to the main entree. Here are best outside-the-can soups at Detroit restaurants.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: Jan. 18-20, 2013There's still not much snow in the Metro Detroit area this third weekend in January, but that doesn't mean you don't want hot entertainment to warm you up! Here's a list of must-do activities in the Motor City for this weekend, January 18-20.
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Detroit Gun Opponents to Protest Proposed WalmartGun control has been a hotly contested issue in Michigan for some time now. Gov. Rick Snyder rejected a bill to loosen concealed weapons limitations. Rainbow PUSH Detroit is holding a "Guns Out & Jobs In" vigil in Southfield to protest a proposed Walmart.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: Jan. 11-13, 2013Looking for hot entertainment to warm you this chilly January weekend? From theater to metal music, there's something for everyone in Detroit. Don't let the short, dark days keep you cooped up. Here are must-see events for Jan. 11-13.
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Detroit 2012-2013 Flu Data, Vaccine OptionsIn Michigan health news, the 2012-2013 flu season is shaping up to be a rough one. The Detroit Free Press reports that yet another child has died in southwest Michigan from flu-related illness, bringing the number to three. Two adults have died of flu.
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Corktown: A Historical Irish Village in Downtown DetroitEvery time I drive through Corktown downtown Detroit, I feel like I've entered a paradigm shift. In the sensory overload that is the Motor City, Corktown is a patch of serenity. Anyone looking for unique real estate, don't miss this little hamlet.
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What to Do in Detroit This Weekend: Jan. 4-6, 2013What's there to do in Detroit for the January 4-6, 2013 weekend? The opportunities are so plentiful that's it's difficult to narrow them down. Here are a few of the must-not-miss highlights.
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Exposed Shipwreck in Grand Haven, Mich., Reveals Maritime HistoryFor years, Michigan's waterways have been drying up. Exposed muddy shoals and riverbeds are yielding up fascinating treasures. In Grand Haven, Michigan, the now-visible shipwreck Aurora connects the state's east and west side maritime history.
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Snyder Approves Detroit DDA Funds for Ilitch ComplexAmid the noise surrounding Michigan's newly passed right-to-work legislation, Gov. Rick Snyder signed several other important pieces of legislation this week. A package of bills creates several local authorities for functions in Detroit.
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Gov. Snyder Signs Detroit Regional Transit Authority BillIn the shadow of Michigan right-to-work legislation, Gov. Rick Snyder has signed another piece of historic legislation. After 40 years of discussion and planning, the governor has signed a bill to create a regional transit authority.
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Michigan Lame Duck Session Produces Storm of LegislationMichigan's 2012 lame duck session is generating controversy. Along with the hotly debated right-to-work legislation passed recently, Gov. Snyder has signed other bills, too. As snow threatens, there's been a storm of legislative activity in Detroit.
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Holiday Wish Lists for Detroit NonprofitsDetroit is a city of extremes. During the holidays, the disparity increases. Resources at local agencies get depleted more quickly at Christmas. Looking for a way to help? Here are wish lists of needed items at local nonprofit agencies.
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Detroit Muslim Group to Open Food PantryWith the onset of winter, resources at homeless shelters are stretched thin. This is particularly true in Detroit, where residents suffer from high unemployment and poverty. To help, the Islamic Shura Council of Michigan (ISCOM) is offering a food bank.
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Free Adult Health Clinics for the Uninsured in DetroitAs health care costs escalate, more people are struggling to access and pay for basic medical needs. According to S.A.Y. Detroit, 550,000 people in the Detroit area lack health insurance, and nearly 100,000 of these individuals are kids under 10.
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Author Mitch Albom Helps Raise Money for Metro Detroit NonprofitsAuthor Mitch Albom partnered with the Detroit Free Press and WJR-AM to host a live telethon to raise money for Detroit community nonprofits. Proceeds will go to several local area groups. Here's where and how the money will be used.
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Earthworks Urban Farm Grows Sustainability in Detroit"Urban gardens" has become a buzzword in Detroit. The city has seen an exodus of many large industries and the migration of a large portion of the population away from inner city areas. Urban farm initiatives put those dormant spaces to good use.
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Five Foods That Showcase Metro Detroit's DiversityThe "D" in Detroit stands for diversity. Detroit might arguably offer the most quirky, fun ethnic mix of any city in the U.S. The city boasts pocket communities from around the globe. And where best to experience this cultural eclecticism but in food?
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Troy Interfaith Group Preaches Peace in Detroit Faith CommunityDetroit is home to a diverse mix of culture, religion, faith, and ideology. For the most part, the differing faith communities coexist very well. That's thanks in part to efforts like the Troy Interfaith Group.
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Sikh, Hindu Diwali 2012 Events in Metro DetroitDetroit has a flavorful ethnic metro mix. From Arab-Chaldean to African-American, from Muslim to Jewish, from Coptic to Hindu--Detroit is a tasty multicultural smorgasbord. Don't miss these Sikh and Hindu Diwali 2012 events in Detroit, Nov. 13-17.
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Detroit Voter Guide to 2012 Ballot ProposalsThe November 6, 2012, election will be one of the most extensive in Michigan history, particularly in Detroit. Voters will be asked to decide 18 ballot proposals: six Michigan state proposals, five Wayne County proposals, and seven Detroit proposals.
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Detroit Debates Proposal 1, Michigan's Emergency Manager ReferendumA hotly contested item on Michigan's ballot is Proposal 1, a referendum on Public Act 4 of 2011. PA 4, passed by Gov. Rick Snyder last year, is the state's emergency manager law. PA 4 places pro tem managers over financially-struggling cities.
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Homebuyer Deals and Steals in Detroit's Boston-Edison DistrictVintage architecture lovers, there's a well-kept secret nestled in downtown Detroit: the historic Boston-Edison neighborhood. A walk through this area is a back-in-time adventure. Boston-Edison harks back to the golden age of American home building.
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Free Teen, Tween Clubs at Detroit Public LibraryDetroit parents, are you looking for fun after-school activities for kids? The Detroit Public Library has what you're looking for. It's called H.Y.P.E (Helping Young People Excel). This youth-centered program hosts events weekly at Detroit Public Library.
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Free Kids Halloween Events in Downtown DetroitFor many, Halloween is a time to scare and be scared. The spooky aspects of Halloween may be too much for some little ones, however.
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Michigan School Elects Special Needs Homecoming KingLinden, Michigan, is just an average small town, but in quality of life and paying it forward, it's a world leader, particularly at the high school. Students at Linden High School elected a special needs boy, Danny Leideker, as their homecoming king.
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Detroit Welcomes Back Belle Isle Aquarium VisitorsThe stately Belle Isle Aquarium, located in on Belle Isle in Detroit, is open to guests again after a seven-year closure. At a ribbon-cutting ceremony in September, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing officially welcomed the Belle Isle Aquarium back to operation.
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The Hub of Detroit: Bikes for Kids and MoreA bicycle provides exercise, mobility, transportation, and, sometimes, a job. Bikes can go places cars can't. They cost exponentially less than motor vehicles to maintain. For a kid in Detroit, a bike may be a magic carpet.
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Rainbow PUSH 'Crusade for America' Marches on DetroitRainbow PUSH Michigan staged a protest march called "Crusade for America Parent and Youth March" downtown Detroit on Saturday, August 25.
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Back-to-School Activities at Detroit's Charles H. Wright MuseumDetroit rocks black culture like no other city. It's about Motown and more -- soul food, jazz music, dance, art, and people. If Detroit is the mother of black culture, then the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is her repository.
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Obesity Awareness Event, Health Expo in DetroitFour out of five African American women are overweight or obese. The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is fighting obesity with a "30 Days to Lose It!" initiative styled on NBC's show "The Biggest Loser."
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Empty nest syndrome: Ways to survive kids moving outWhen children leave home, many parents experience depression symptoms called "Empty Nest Syndrome."Life factors--parents' relationship, jobs, health and social opportunities--determine severity, too. Here are tips for coping with Empty Nest Syndrome.Also published on:
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2012 Detroit Woodward Dream Cruise Revs Up Its Engines"Everybody says that there's nobody meaner than the little old lady from Pasadena." Love that old song? Wish you could step back in time and to granny race her Dodge up Colorado Boulevard? You can. Just go to Detroit for the 2012 Woodward Dream Cruise.
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Ways Save Money on Back-to-School Shopping in DetroitAs summer winds down, parents and kids are gearing up to go back to school. Detroiters, if you're looking to save money on back-to-school purchases, here are places in the metro area to do it.
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2012 Back-to-School Giveaway Events, School Festivals in DetroitAs summer winds down, parents and kids are gearing up to go back to school. And a big part of back-to-school preparation includes shopping. Here are Detroit back-to-school giveaway festivals and school events.
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Epic Heat Wave Hits Detroit: Ways to Stay CoolMuch of Lower Michigan is getting blasted by scorching temperatures. Coupled with far-below-average rainfall, much of the state is parched and dry. Nowhere in the state is the heat so oppressive as in downtown Detroit.
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Detroit Welcomes 2012 Arab and Chaldean FestivalDetroit boasts one of the most eclectic people mixes of any city in the U.S. The unique blend of religions, ethnic backgrounds, and traditions makes a visit to Detroit a little trip around the world. Don't forget the Arab and Chaldean Festival.
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Lower Michigan Drought Affects Plants, Air QualityFor several months, Michigan has been experiencing drought conditions across much of the lower part of the state. The drought is exacting its toll in plant damage, air quality concerns and wildfire concerns. Here's a look at Michigan's 2012 drought and so
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Beer History, Meadery, Brewery Tours in DetroitDetroit is becoming a pilgrimage site for beer lovers, especially craft brew aficionados. If you're a beer enthusiast, why not consider a drinking tour of Detroit breweries? Motor City Brew Tours offers bike, bus, and walking packages and events.
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Detroit Breweries, Michigan Brewers Guild Summer Festival 2012Detroit -- in fact, all of Michigan -- is fast becoming one of the hot spots for microbreweries, breweries, and brewpubs. There's a diverse mix of modern and traditional in Michigan beer-making. Don't miss the Michigan Brewers Guild Summer Festival 2012.
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7 kinds of talk that kids shouldn't be subjected toNo parent is perfect, and I'm no exception. I've used inappropriate language and said things I shouldn't around my kids. But that doesn't mean I don't have standards about what I do and don't want my kids to hear.Also published on:
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Healthy 'fight club' rules for parentsThere's a misnomer in parenting circles that mom and dad should never argue around the kids. This myth is not only unrealistic and unfair, it's healthy. Disagreements are normal. Kids need to see their parents squabble occasionally, to learn interaction.Also published on:
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How healthy parent balance manifests itself in familiesIf I could sum up successful family management in one word it would be "balance." Parenting children successfully demands cooperation and collaboration. Here's how balance manifests itself in healthy families.Also published on:
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Parenting teens: Choose your battles, but stand your groundParenting teens is like walking a tightrope in the fog. Much of it is done blindly. You have to take it one step at a time but plan six steps in advance. There are a lot of variables. Most of all, you have to keep your balance. Here are some basics.Also published on:
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For best parenting practices, nix frequent cellphone textsDuring most of my early parenting, cellphones weren't so common and texting was virtually unheard of. Though I've had a mobile device for 12 years, I still don't have a texting plan. In parenting, I can think of few good outcomes and lots of negatives.Also published on:
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Inexpensive Family Father's Day Fun in Metro DetroitFather's Day is fast approaching. The Metro Detroit area is full of father-friendly fun. If you're looking for fun activities to enjoy with Dad and the kids that won't cost an arm and a leg, here are some frugal (yet festive) options.
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Detroit Gets New Public Transit Bus SystemAdequate public transportation has long been an issue in downtown and Metro Detroit. With gas prices hovering at slightly under $4 a gallon, it's too expensive for many Detroiters to own and maintain a vehicle. Some relief is on the horizon, though.
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Frugal Father's Day fun for familiesAdvertisers would have us believe that in order to show a loved one a good time a lot of money must be spent. Here are ways kids can create a festive, meaningful Father's Day party without spending an arm and a leg.Also published on:
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Father's Day 2012 Activities In and Around DetroitDowntown and Metro Detroit is a great place to celebrate Father's Day. There are venues for every taste and hobby. From sports to history to technology to arts, Detroit has it all. Here are suggestions for Dad.
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Fun, kid-friendly Father's Day food ideasThere's an urban legend, propagated by marketers that to give dad a nice Father's Day, it's necessary to spend big. That's not true. I've been throwing Father's Day bashes for 24 years with my four kids. For very little, we make big fun. How? With food.Also published on:
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Detroit Mayor Asks Lawyer to Stop Fighting Consent AgreementDetroit Mayor Dave Bing says the city will run out of money if an attorney doesn't drop her complaint against the city's consent agreement with the State of Michigan. Mayor Bing asks that the City Council ask lawyer Krystal Crittendon to back down.
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How Facebook dulls kids' communication skillsKids and computers--this can be a really unhealthy combination, especially with social networks. Setting aside the cyberbullying and vulnerability concerns (and those are bad enough), excessive social interaction desensitizes children and adolescents.Also published on:
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Biggest parenting time-wasters (with better alternatives)Wasting time is something we all need to do now and then. Continually working at maximum productivity isn't good for machines, let alone humans. There are more and less healthy ways to waste time. Here are some not-so-great ones, with better alternatives.Also published on:
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Michigan's New Paternity Act Heads to Governor's DeskA new Michigan act extending paternity rights for biological fathers is headed to Gov. Rick Snyder's desk, say the Associated Press. The package of legislation was approved last week by both houses in the state legislature.
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Michigan Chemical Company Aids in K2, Spice CrackdownCayman Chemical, in Ann Arbor, Mich., along with law enforcement officials are putting their heads together to deal with synthetic drugs like K2 and Spice, says the Detroit Free Press. Circulation of these drugs, that mimic marijuana, is a problem.
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Closed Detroit Science Center Might ReopenThe Detroit Science Center closed last September, due to financial hardship. The facility faced foreclosure and a public auction of collections on July 5. However, that has been auction may not happen as a local Michigan businessman is looking to buy the
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Maryland School District Diploma Spelling Error is No Big DealYou know it's a slow news day when the biggest kerfuffle centers on a one-letter spelling error. According to Good Morning America, when Prince George County Public Schools in Maryland, printed diplomas for the class of 2012, the word "program" was missp
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'You're Not Special' Graduation Speech is Spot OnWhen I first read about the graduation speaker who told students "you're not special," it jarred a discordant note. Then I realized that he's absolutely correct. Wellesley High English teacher David McCullough Jr. speech showed that we're pretty generic.
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Facebook Boredom is Inevitable Result of Cyber LifeWell, it looks like the Facebook social juggernaut may finally be losing steam. And none too soon, I say. Amanda Crum of Web Pro News did a rather good analysis of a Reuters poll from earlier this week that showed a dropoff in Facebook use.
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Photo of Girl in Vietnam Napalm Bombing Brings Back MemoriesOn June 8, 1972, I was your average 7-year-old, happy to be out of school and looking forward to summer vacation. Soldiers were fighting in a place called "Vietnam" but that was far away and didn't affect me in my happy little beach town in Michigan.
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Michigan Man Cleared of Murder Charges After 27 Years in PrisonDavid Lee Gavitt, of Ionia, Mich., was 26 years old when a fire claimed the life of his wife and two young children in 1985. Gavitt has been in prison ever since on murder charges stemming from the fire. He was released recently and cleared of all charges
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Michigan Tea Party Express Rallies Around Gov. Scott Walker's VictoryThe Tea Party Express political activist group rallied near Kalamazoo, Mich., to support Wisconsin Gov. Scott's Walker, says Michigan Radio. The group celebrated the governor's success against a recall election Tuesday.
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School Superintendent Deserved to Lose Omaha Job Over Racy EmailsWhenever I read of an employee losing her job, my knee-jerk response is to take the worker's part over the employer's. But I'm making an exception for the Nebraska school superintendent who left iafter sending racy emails from her work computer.
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Michigan House Committee Approves Stricter Abortion RulesA collection of bills that place tighter regulations on abortion providers in Michigan passed a committee of the state House on Thursday. The bills move to the full house for debate, says the Detroit News.
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High School Students' 'Slutty Wednesday' Protest is Ill-ConceivedAs a teacher, I'm all for student demonstrations. I like to see kids get passionate about issues that concern them and debate ideas in proactive ways. Staging peaceful protests helps students learn how to voice their opinions without recourse to violence.
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Throw the Book at Mom Who Put Gas Can, Not Child, in Car SeatI try really hard to bite my tongue before criticizing parents, but some folks just beg to be faulted. Take the Colorado mom who belted a gas can in her child's car seat and only restrained her toddler in a lap belt.
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Zimmerman Doesn't Deserve Second-Chance Bond HearingLying doesn't just involve statements that are made, but also facts that are omitted. George Zimmerman and his wife Shelly don't seem to get that. Happily, the judge in Seminole County does. He sent Zimmerman, who killed unarmed Trayvon Martin in Florida
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Man Charged with Felony Asian Carp Sales in MichiganAsian carp, an invasive fish species, aren't welcome in Michigan. The Attorney General's office and Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced that felony charges were being issued against an Arkansas man for illegally possessing and selling carp.
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Mother Arrested for Cheering at Graduation is RidiculousEvery time I think I've read the most ludicrous arrest story, another comes along to prove me wrong. Today's comes from South Carolina's South Florence High School graduation where Shannon Cooper was arrested for disorderly conduct for cheering.
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Woman Amazingly Wins After Suing Partner for Getting HerpesHonestly, there are just some levels of crazy that you couldn't make up if you tried. An Oregon woman sued a guy she met on an online dating site for intentionally giving her genital herpes (the relationship had moved to a less-virtual phase).
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Suleman's Stripping is Sad Commentary on EconomicsWell, kids, here's your daily dose of schadenfreude. "Octomom" Nadya Suleman has a new job--she's going to be stripping and dancing at T's Lounge in West Palm Beach, Fla.
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Just Deserts for ZimmermanThe truth may or may not set one free, but lies can very easily land one in jail. That's what George Zimmerman, the Sanford, Fla., killer of 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, found out recently when he allegedly tried to pull a couple of fast ones at his second
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There's Solidarity with Mom Who Choked Facebook BullyWhen I first read the story of Debbie Piscitella, the Florida mom who ABC News Blogs, says choked a Facebook bully in her 14-year-old daughter's defense, I was inclined to pontificate. I thought of parroting all the self-righteous comments.
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Michigan Park Reopens Almost Two Years After Oil SpillIt's been almost two years since a pipeline at Enbridge Energy Partners near Marshall, Mich., ruptured and spilled over 800,000 gallons of oil into the Kalamazoo River and Talmadge Creek. Calhoun County's Historic Bridge Park recently reopened.
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Michigan DEQ Approves Dow Chemical Dioxin CleanupResidential areas near Dow Chemical Company's Midland, Mich., facilities were contaminated over a long period of time by airborne emissions from the plant. Michigan's Department of Environmental Quality has accepted a plan from Dow to clean up dioxins.
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Michigan House Approves Changes to 4-Year-Old Kindergarten AgeCurrently, the State of Michigan says 4-year-old children may be enrolled in kindergarten as long as they turn five by December 1. State lawmakers are considering whether children are, in fact, mature enough to start school at four, says Michigan Radio.
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New York Mayor's Super-Size Soda Ban is Short-SightedAny gardener knows that in order to weed out dandelions, you have to attack the root. Simply removing the flower won't do it. This analogy shows the problem with New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's idea to ban super-size beverages.
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'Sister Wives' Polygamy is Creepy, but Not ActionableBut should polygamists face criminal charges? No. I agree with Utah County's decision, as reported in The Salt Lake Tribune, not to prosecute polygamists like Kody Brown and his four spouses, known to the viewing public from TLC's "Sister Wives."
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Michigan High Court: Medical Pot Users Score VictoryMichigan's Supreme Court handed down a first-ever ruling on medical marijuana. a person who is arrested on pot charges and who doesn't have a medical marijuana license is safe from prosecution if he can prove that the pot was prescribed by a doctor.
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Michigan Lawmakers Pass BudgetMichigan lawmakers have finalized and passed most of the state government spending plan for next year. They still need to hammer out the details on the education portion of the state budget which they plan to vote on next week, says Michigan Radio.
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Ohio's 'Break-In Cleaning Woman' Is Trespasser Not HelperI'd just love to get a peek inside the minds of some people, to know why they do the crazy things they do. I'd like to know what, for example, prompted Sue Warren to clean a Westlake, Ohio home and leave a bill when she wasn't hired to do so.
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Seattle Shooting Spree Highlights in Bold the Need for Gun ControlI don't need another reason to hate and fear firearms. If I did, the story of Seattle shooter Ian Stawicki who, according to Good Morning America, killed five people and then turned the gun on himself would do it.
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Texas Jails Honor Student for Missing School -- UnconscionableTexas judge Lanny Moriarity clearly left his humanity and compassion at home the day he jailed 17-year-old honor student Diane Tran. Under state law students are put in jail for missing too much school.
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Historical Detroit Belle Isle Conservancy, Aquarium Need HelpSome residents of Detroit are concerned about a several facilities on historical Belle Island. The island is home to several Edwardian-era structures, including an aquarium, botanical gardens, observatory, bell tower, and other vintage structures.
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2012 Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix Coming in JuneDetroit brings high octane thrills on June 1-3, 2012. The Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix with IZOD IndyCar Series, the GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series, the Firestone Indy Lights Series and the Pirelli World Challenge Championship Series is back.
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Arizona 'Catastrophe Award' Teacher Deserves Epic Fail AwardThe annual giving out of end-of-the-year class awards is one I lookeI assumed it was a no-brainer that the awards should be positive. Apparently for "Mrs. Plowman," the Arizona third grade teacher who gave Cassandra Garcia a "Catastrophe Award," it's not.
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Michigan Considers Funding More Migrant Housing InspectionsMichigan's Gov. Rick Snyder would like to set aside $400,000 in his 2013 budget to hire more inspectors for migrant farm worker housing, reports Michigan Radio. The state employs many migrant laborers for its agricultural industries.
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Alaska Airlines Was Right to Remove Unbelted ToddlerHonestly, some people just bring on their own kid woes with their crazy parenting. Mark Yanchak gets my vote for this week's epic permissive parenting fail. Yanchak couldn't get his three-year-old son to wear a seatbelt on an Alaska Airlines flight.
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Study Showing Breastfeeding Benefits Should Encourage MomsA study in the journal Pediatrics comparing development in breastfed infants to those fed with milk-based or soy formula shows exciting results on the advantages of breastfeeding for the first year of life. It underscores that breastfed babies are best fe
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Michigan Opens Pandora's Box Issuing Kid Pot LicensesI don't know what the State of Michigan can be thinking. It recently licensed 44 kids as medical marijuana users. I know--you're doing a double take. But unfortunately, you read that correctly. Most of the kids are teens, but three are under 10. One is 7.
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AOL Squatter Should Be Punished, Not RewardedEric Simons, the kid who camped out at AOL to drum up startup money for a tech experiment, irritates me. Last year, Simons was part of Imagine K12, a Silicon Valley incubator project.
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Teaching kids a healthy work ethicThere's a misnomer among kids that summer break from school entitles one to three months of leisure. Not only is that unrealistic, it's unhealthy. All work and no play may make jack a dull boy, but all play and no work makes him self-indulgent.Also published on:
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Tips to transition from school to summer scheduleRaise your hands, parents, if there are parts of summer vacation that you secretly dread.Also published on:
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Teaching kids healthy communication, interpersonal skills by modelingHave you ever observed a parent shouting at a child to settle down? It would be funny if it wasn't so sad. It's hypocritical behavior like this that teach kids how to misbehave. The only thing this child is learning is that mommy yells, so yelling is theAlso published on:
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How to balance family summer schedules with sleep-late teensSummer vacation means different things for kids than it does for parents. Older kids and teens look forward to staying up late and sleeping late. Mom and dad, unfortunately, don't have that luxury. We still have that four-letter word (work).Also published on:
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Michigan Should Ban Employer Access to Social Media AccountsFrom the no-brainer, it's-about-time legislative desk, Michigan lawmakers are considering banning companies from asking workers and job applicants for their Twitter, Facebook or social network account passwords.
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Rumors of Prior Confession to Etan Patz Murder Are TroublingHearing that a suspect has finally been charged in connection with the Etan Patz disappearance brings back some sad and scary memories for me. My only connection was that I had two little brothers about the same age as the New York City boy.
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Michigan Log Cabin Day Events 2012History buffs, did you know that Michigan is the only state to have annual statewide Log Cabin Day? There are Log Cabin events in Metro Detroit, too. Here's a list of places to visit for 2012 Log Cabin Day on June 24.
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Supporters Rally to Keep Michigan Tent CityCamp Take Notice is a tent city for homeless persons in Michigan. It's situated on state-owned property near Ann Arbor, Mich. The camp has been operating for about two years and is home to some 65 residents. Supporters rallied recently.
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Detroit Teachers' Union Threatens Lawsuit Over District PoliciesMichigan's new teacher tenure law requires that some educators go through reapplication and rehiring process this fall. That law may violate union contracts within the Detroit Federation of Teachers and the union may sue, says Michigan Radio.
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Michigan Governor Calls State of Disaster for WildfiresMichigan Gov. Rick Snyder has declared a state of emergency in two Upper Peninsula counties after wildfires consumed more 20,000 acres, says the Associated Press. Gov. Snyder's declaration of disaster allows officials to enact evacuations and ban certain.
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Facebook's Odd Photo Bans Highlight Censorship DilemmasOh, what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to censor. Take the matter of online photo sharing. Facebook is the fly that keeps getting tangled in the censorship web, over and over again. Where has all the common sense gone? When will they ever
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Consumer Sentiment Higher in May -- Bah HumbugDon't you love those nebulous "consumer sentiment" surveys? Case in point--according to Reuters, a Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan survey found that American consumer sentiment is the highest it's been in four years.
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Ballooning Restaurant Portion Sizes Should Scare Us AllWhen I first started dieting, I was shocked at the difference between recommended portion sizes and the amount I was calling a portion. So I'm not surprised to learn that portion sizes in restaurants quadrupled since the 1950s
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Rahul Nagvekar, National Geography Bee Winner, InspiresI've always been fascinated with globes, navigation and geography. That's why I'm so proud of Rahul Nagvekar, the Texas 14-year-old won the National Geographic Bee Championship recently says ABC News Blogs.
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CP Railway Strike May Hurt Canadian Workers, Michigan AutomakersWednesday, some 5,000 Canadian Pacific Railway workers went on strike. Teamster Canada voted to strike after midnight when negotiations had stalled. The strike threatens other Canadian workers jobs. It could also delay shipments of new vehicles to Michiga
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Wildfire Burns 3,200 Acres in Michigan Wildlife RefugeA total of 3,200 acres in Seney National Wildlife Refuge in Michigan's Upper Peninsula have burned and continue to burn. The blaze was started by lightning and is spreading, says the Associated Press.
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Alleged Michigan Serial Stabber ConvictedElias Abuelazam, the man suspected of stabbing 14 people in and near Flint, Mich., in 2010, was convicted in the first stabbing case heard in court. A Genesee County jury convicted Abuelazam of first degree murder against Arnold Minor.
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Woman Claiming Big Chest Got Her Fired Has it WrongLauren Odes, the New Jersey woman who says she was fired for having large breasts, has it wrong. This is a simple case of dress code violation. Odes' sexual and religious discrimination claims are an exaggerated publicity stunt.
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Niagara Jumpers Selfishly Endangered Rescue WorkersI'm really rattled about the story of the recent Niagara Falls rescue. The Associated Press says that it was an apparent suicide attempt. Okay, so he survived. Great. But if he purposely jumped in, he endangered the lives of many rescue workers.
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No Well Water Contamination from Kalamazoo River Oil SpillLocal Michigan residents living near the Kalamazoo River will be happy to learn that reports show no well water contamination from the 2010 oil spill. Michigan Radio says that the Michigan Department of Community Health found no chemicals from leaked oil.
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Dharun Ravi's Sentence is AppropriateThe story of Tyler Clementi and Dharun Ravi is sad no matter how you look at it. CBS/Associated Press says that Ravi was sentenced to 30 days in jail for using a webcam to spy on Clementi during an act of intimacy with another man.
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Michigan's Eaton County Might Get Wind FarmThe Oneida Township Planning Commission, in Eaton County, Mich., is looking at regulatory groundwork for a 63-turbine wind farm in counties of Oneida and Roxand in mid-Michigan. The Lansing State Journal says the requisite zoning changes will be discussed
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Booker is Wrong to Slam Obama's Bain AdsWhile I appreciate where Newark N.J., Mayor Cory Booker was going with his let's-play-nice message on Sunday's MSNBC "Meet the Press," I politely disagree. Republican frontrunner Mitt Romney's history at Bain Capital
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It's Time to Quit Harassing Tan Mom Patricia KrentcilI agree with "tanning bed mom" Patricia Krentcil. It's time people stop picking on her. Watching her interview on NBC's "Today" show, I felt sorry for the New Jersey mom charged with child endangerment for allegedly taking her 5-year-old daughter
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Dad with 30 Kids Should Not Get Child Support BreakAnd now for your dose of face-palm news. A Tennessee man is asking the court for a break on his child support. This would be fair enough consideration were in not that this dad has 30 kids, says The Sideshow . With eleven different women, says WREG-TV.
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Michigan Female Boxer Heads to Summer OlympicsWomen's boxing debuts as an Olympic sport at the 2012 summer games in London. A Michigan girl will make her Olympic debut in that sport, too, says Michigan Radio. Clarissa Shields, 17, of Flint, Mich., confirmed her Olympic slot
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Mom Concerned Son Ate Human Finger at Michigan Arby'sJackson, Mich., mom Jamie Vail is concerned about possible health dangers her son may suffer from a restaurant incident. MLive reports that Vail's 14-year-old son Ryan Hart ate part of a human finger at a local Arby's.
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Trayvon Martin's Autopsy Shows Pot -- an Irrelevant SmokescreenHere we go again--another irrelevancy about the Florida shooting of 17-year-old, unarmed Trayvon Martin by George Zimmerman last February. Another smokescreen to blur events. Now we hear that Martin had tiny amounts of marijuana in his system.
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Angry Mom Deserved Taser Shocks at Son's SchoolWell, here's a classic case of she-had-it-coming. Michele Lee Eaton, 39, got shocked by Taser twice at her son's Guntown, Miss, middle school, says Reuters. The oxymoron is that mom had gone in to complain about discipline (not corporal, the principal say