Ulysses S. and Julia Dent Grant House: Ulysses S. Grant was stationed in Detroit for a short period of time where he and his wife, Julia, rented a house from 1849-1850. The house’s original location wasin Detroit’s Black Bottom … [Read more...] about Michigan History Center and Black Bottom Archives announce partnership
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Do Smartphone Apps Hold the Key to Safer Drivers
New AAA research finds that app-based interventions may help curb risky driving behaviors DEARBORN, Mich., (April 3, 2025) — New AAA research is finding evidence that certain smartphone apps could reduce risky driving habits, … [Read more...] about Do Smartphone Apps Hold the Key to Safer Drivers
DNR: As bears push further south in Michigan, here’s how we can coexist
A black bear at Oswald’s Bear Ranch, Newberry MI As bears continue expanding their ranges in Michigan’s northern Lower Peninsula, more residents and business owners may spot a hungry bear roaming through their property this … [Read more...] about DNR: As bears push further south in Michigan, here’s how we can coexist
Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Yes, Trump Really Does Want to Kill Social Security
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com How ironic: The most inefficient bureaucracy in government turns out to be Trump’s “Department of Government Efficiency.” That could be humorous, except that DOGE—a creature of the … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Yes, Trump Really Does Want to Kill Social Security
Cal Thomas: That was then, this is now
by Cal ThomasCalThomas.com “Those are my principles, and if you don’t like them … well, I have others.” – Groucho Marx Guess who said this: “China takes total advantage of the United States. They steal our intellectual … [Read more...] about Cal Thomas: That was then, this is now
Bits & Pieces: April Trivia
by Paula Johnson April’s birthstone is the diamond. Let’s see how you sparkle with this trivia quiz. Questions: 1. Where or when did the U.S. record snowfall occur? 2. What do we call a baby puffin? 3. How are New York City … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: April Trivia
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The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Hockey Mecca
John’s sister, Susan Mooy, with Mr. Hockey - Gordie Howe I have no idea how many people in Marcellus follow hockey or are aware of the fellow who is about to break the all time goal scoring record. His name is Alexander Ovechkin and he … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Hockey Mecca
News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of April 14, 2025
If you love historical fiction and strong, female heroines, be sure to check out these new titles at the library: The Sirens by Emilia Hart. A spellbinding novel about sisters separated by centuries, but bound together by the sea, from … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of April 14, 2025
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: How will Trump pulling the U.S. out of the Paris climate accord affect international efforts to cut greenhouse gas … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
Contemplation Corner: “The theological virtue of hope . . .
“The theological virtue of hope is the patient and trustful willingness to live without closure, without resolution, and still be content and even happy because our Satisfaction is now at another level, and our Source is beyond ourselves.” … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “The theological virtue of hope . . .
Michigan 4-H license plate now available to drivers
Support Michigan 4-H and show your 4-H pride by purchasing a Michigan 4-H license plate. Michigan drivers have a new way to show their 4-H pride while supporting 4-H youth development programming: through the purchase of the newly … [Read more...] about Michigan 4-H license plate now available to drivers