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by Paula Johnson Many years ago, Curt treated me to a cruise anywhere I wanted to go. At the time, I was less traveled than I am today. I had often been intrigued with the area around the Baltic Sea. Holland American had a wonderful … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Beautiful or Ugly

From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine A recent report found that 20% of 59 different produce categories posed significant health risks to consumers despite current pesticide limits. Dear EarthTalk: What’s the most … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®

by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Right-wing ideologues are mounting a three-pronged fraud trying to delegitimize Social Security, slash its benefits, then – zzzzzt – kill it.    First, they tried to demonize our public … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: The Right-wing Attack on Social Security is Un-American

by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com In our increasingly urgent quest to clean up our climate-altering, carbon-fueled culture, biodiesel and renewable diesel have become two new darlings of alternative fuel advocates.    … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File: Alternative diesel fuels the law of unintended consequences

This week, the library is highlighting two works of adult fiction. The first is the book that has been chosen for our next Community Read on September 19, 2024, at 6 PM. The library has one copy of this book—we have ordered additional … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library

Dr. Steven F. Pace To go the extra mile means to do more than we are required. This expression is often associated with customer service and going above and beyond what is needed. This can also be done on an individual level by listening … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “Going the Extra Mile”

Muskegon, MI – The Michigan Irish Music Festival, presented by Family Financial Credit Union, is excited for a stellar 25th Anniversary celebration. Join the festivities September 12-15th at Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon, … [Read more...] about Michigan Irish Music Festival 2024 25th Anniversary

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Newly published research from Michigan State University demonstrates that participating in community gardening bolsters mental and social well-being through caring for plants, connecting to nature and feeling a sense … [Read more...] about New MSU research shows gardening improves mental, social well-being

Hundreds of old tractors, parades, entertainment, a large outdoor flea market and more are all part of the 41st annual Antique Engine and Tractor Show that runs Thursday, Sept. 5 through Sunday, Sept. 8 at the Michigan Flywheelers Museum in … [Read more...] about Flywheelers’ Tractor show returns with full schedule of parades, music, demonstrations and more

09/04‐09/26VFW 6252 Auxiliary BingoPlay Bingo on the following Wednesday & Thursday nights in September: 4, 5, 1,12, 25, and 26. Bingo will NOT be held Sep 18 or 19. Doors open at 4:30pm. Game begins at … [Read more...] about Kalamazoo County Expo Center – September 2024 Events

Dowagiac, Mich. - The Beckwith Theatre Company presents Twelve Angry Jurors in six performances beginning Friday, September 13.  The play, adopted by Sherman L. Sergel and directed by Susan Plee, is a heightened courtroom thriller … [Read more...] about Beckwith Theatre Company presents Twelve Angry Jurors

Peanuts Worldwide and Robinette’s Apple Haus and Winery, 3142 4 Mile Rd NE, Grand Rapids, will demonstrate that “Happiness is…a corn maze!” beginning September 3, 2024 Grand Rapids, Michigan – Kicking off fall festivities for the … [Read more...] about “Happiness is . . . a Corn Maze!” in Grand Rapids