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Detroit is replacing thousands of lead pipes -- but there may be an unexpected problem
Read full article: Detroit is replacing thousands of lead pipes -- but there may be an unexpected problemDetroit is replacing thousands of lead pipes, which is great news! But that might come with a problem that you don’t expect.
Apple juice sold in Michigan recalled for ‘inorganic arsenic’ levels
Read full article: Apple juice sold in Michigan recalled for ‘inorganic arsenic’ levelsAbout 25,000 cases of apple juice sold in more than a dozen states, including Michigan, are being recalled for elevated levels of inorganic arsenic.
Toys, silverware from 1800s? Great Lakes shipwreck explorer takes us back to the past
Read full article: Toys, silverware from 1800s? Great Lakes shipwreck explorer takes us back to the pastThe objects are from a shipwreck located in Lake Michigan that represent a link to life back sometime in the 1800s.
Have colorful Easter photos? Make us ‘hoppier’ by sharing them!
Read full article: Have colorful Easter photos? Make us ‘hoppier’ by sharing them!The coming days will be filled with egg hunts, candy being handed out, pictures with the Easter bunny, and other family portraits to commemorate the most important day on the Christian calendar.
Have financial stress due to eating out too much? Here are 5 tips to help
Read full article: Have financial stress due to eating out too much? Here are 5 tips to helpIt’s mentally healthy to treat yourself and eat out every so often, but what are ways you can do so without crossing that line to financial troubles?
These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrations
Read full article: These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrationsA tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
Blowing the whistle on referee shortage: How this program aims to help nationwide issue
Read full article: Blowing the whistle on referee shortage: How this program aims to help nationwide issueThe billion-dollar youth and high school sports industry around the country has been plagued by a referee shortage, with overbearing parents and coaches and time demands being examples of why many don’t want to be officials anymore.
Agency addresses historical inequities while building and preserving more housing across Michigan
Read full article: Agency addresses historical inequities while building and preserving more housing across MichiganThrough Michigan’s first Statewide Housing Plan, MSHDA and regional housing partners are leading the charge to implement comprehensive plans that meet the needs of their communities, including tackling one of the most pressing and prevalent issues: addressing equity and racial justice.
10 ways to spice up your Galentine’s Day
Read full article: 10 ways to spice up your Galentine’s DayGalentine’s Day, created and popularized by Leslie Knope from “Parks and Recreation”, is about acknowledging and celebrating the love and joy only found with female companions, allowing all the women in our lives to feel special and appreciated.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 7-10The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 30-Dec. 3The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
5 reasons why people with disabilities are great hires for holiday work, and beyond
Read full article: 5 reasons why people with disabilities are great hires for holiday work, and beyondEach year retail stores hire more workers than usual to make sure they can accommodate all the extra people and demand for goods, although one group that can overlooked is those with disabilities.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 22-26The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 16-19The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 9-12The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Love to wear sports jerseys? Share with us your favorites!
Read full article: Love to wear sports jerseys? Share with us your favorites!The world loves to wear sports jerseys, as evidenced by Statista reporting that more than $65 billion in jerseys, sweatshirts and pullovers is expecting to be sold in 2023.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5
Read full article: Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Nov. 2-5The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
Israel-Hamas conflict: Will guided tours of Holy Land be canceled or delayed?
Read full article: Israel-Hamas conflict: Will guided tours of Holy Land be canceled or delayed?Since the war between Israel and Hamas started on Oct. 7, it’s fair to wonder how those who have planned trips or tours in the region will be affected.
Would a flying car actually be viable for the public?
Read full article: Would a flying car actually be viable for the public?During a presentation of the car, Alef Aeronautics CEO Jim Dukhovny said the car has eight propeller motors and can both drive on the street, and take off and fly vertically over traffic.
Starting in 2024, US citizens will need this when traveling to Europe
Read full article: Starting in 2024, US citizens will need this when traveling to EuropeStarting in 2024, travelers who have previously come to the continent without a visa will need an additional authorization document that is linked to a passport.
Memories flow as community says farewell to beloved farm after 8 decades
Read full article: Memories flow as community says farewell to beloved farm after 8 decadesMany who have recently visited Mixon's— a family business that has been around since 1939— comes to say thank you and goodbye, all while sharing a memory of some sort.
Stamp increases from the USPS by the numbers
Read full article: Stamp increases from the USPS by the numbersIt is the third time in a year that the price has gone up and also represents the 17th time since 2001 that the price of stamps has changed. In all but one of those 17 instances, the price went up.
US probes complaints that Ford Escape doors can open while SUVs are being driven
Read full article: US probes complaints that Ford Escape doors can open while SUVs are being drivenU.S. auto safety regulators are investigating complaints that the doors on some Ford Escapes can open while the SUVs are being driven.
Ocean tar can leave you in a sticky situation. Here are ways to get out of it
Read full article: Ocean tar can leave you in a sticky situation. Here are ways to get out of itHas this ever happened to you? If so, you know what I’m talking about. If not, here’s some advice on how to best deal with ocean tar.
Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortage
Read full article: Here’s how to become an air traffic controller, help meet demand for shortageThe average annual salary for a controller in 2021 was $129,750, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and controllers also get to have top-notch benefits working for the government.
Building a do-it-yourself air purifier is easier than you think
Read full article: Building a do-it-yourself air purifier is easier than you thinkKnown as the Corsi-Rosenthal box, it pulls air through filters on the sides and blows out clean air. It’s proven to reduce indoor exposure to airborne particles. The box can decrease the levels of particles in the air, such as dust or wildfire smoke.
Your eyes could be smiling at this opportunity Ireland is offering
Read full article: Your eyes could be smiling at this opportunity Ireland is offeringThe Irish government has launched an initiative called “Our Living Islands,” a 10-year plan that aims to revitalize more than a dozen islands off the country’s coast.
Which type of milk do you ‘got?’ Weighing the health benefits of many types of milk
Read full article: Which type of milk do you ‘got?’ Weighing the health benefits of many types of milkIn honor of Thursday being World Milk Day, here’s a breakdown of the most popular types of milk and what they really can do for the body.
5 tips to negotiating salary for first job out of college
Read full article: 5 tips to negotiating salary for first job out of collegeWhile many graduates to obtain employment right after college, one expert said there are certain negotiating tactics that can be used to maximize the salary of their first job.
Survey: Housework divide persists among opposite-sex couples despite closing pay gap
Read full article: Survey: Housework divide persists among opposite-sex couples despite closing pay gapDespite progress in pay equality for some couples, a recent survey by the PEW Research Center reveals that the divide in housework remains a challenge.
Here’s one simple way to help out the environment that you might not know about
Read full article: Here’s one simple way to help out the environment that you might not know aboutCustomers aren’t required to participate in green pricing programs. It’s voluntary, but available if that’s an option they want.
An Easter primer: Facts, figures you might not have known about the celebration
Read full article: An Easter primer: Facts, figures you might not have known about the celebrationHere’s a synopsis of both the historical elements of Easter that people might not know about, and the modern financial windfall Easter is expected to be in 2022.
Video: Breaking down timeline of tragic tornadoes in Mississippi
Read full article: Video: Breaking down timeline of tragic tornadoes in MississippiIn the video above, meteorologist Jonathan Kegges breaks down the timeline of events of the recent tornadoes that ravaged Mississippi and what people should look for on the radar to help deal with future tornadoes.
Tips to being proactive about your Medicare coverage after enrollment
Read full article: Tips to being proactive about your Medicare coverage after enrollmentListen to Sue Fisher with UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement in Michigan share tips in the video above on how to be proactive about your Medicare coverage and make the most of your plan benefits.
Shop at IKEA? Find out how you could take advantage of a $24M settlement
Read full article: Shop at IKEA? Find out how you could take advantage of a $24M settlementIf you used a credit or debit card at IKEA between Oct. 2017 and Dec. 2019, you may be able to take advantage of a $24 million settlement.
Calico Critters recalls 3.2 million toys linked to deaths of 2 children
Read full article: Calico Critters recalls 3.2 million toys linked to deaths of 2 childrenMore than 3.2 million Calico Critters toys have been recalled because they pose a choking hazard that’s been linked to the deaths of two children.
Will this be the last time we ‘spring forward’ for daylight saving time?
Read full article: Will this be the last time we ‘spring forward’ for daylight saving time?Last March, the U.S. Senate passed what is known as the Sunshine Protection Act, which would end the twice-a-year ritual of changing clocks by making one set time permanent.