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Driving too fast for conditions
February 3, 2012 Even people who take pride in being under control in every situation can easily lose control of their vehicles on icy or snow covered roads when they drive too fast for condition. more »»
Safe and fun Super Bowl
February 2, 2012 Since neither the Green Bay Packers nor the Detroit Lions will be playing for the Lombardi Trophy this year, fans may be tempted to drown their disappointment by drinking too much on Super Bowl... more »»
Carbon monoxide poisoning dangers
February 1, 2012 Last month, five people suspected of being made ill from carbon monoxide fumes were evacuated from a home outside Grand Rapids in West Michigan. more »»
Get rid of old medications
January 31, 2012 New Year’s resolutions. What New Year’s resolutions? Most resolutions are long forgotten two weeks into the new year. Many times, people make promises they can’t keep. more »»
Delisting wolves a victory for state
January 30, 2012 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has removed wolves in the Great Lakes area from the federal endangered species list. That means Michigan is now in charge of wolf management. more »»
Impossible to satisfy environment extremists
January 28, 2012 What will it take to satisfy the global warming crowd? Nothing less than the destruction of America’s modern economy and a drastic reduction in the quality of life in our country, it sometimes seem. more »»
Control key to ski safety
January 27, 2012 Nothing relieves those pent-up daily pressures like a day on the slopes. The fresh air, fluffy snow, and that sensation of gliding down the hills revives the sou. more »»
No shortcuts to good education
January 26, 2012 For many area students, the second semester of the school year is about to begin. This is a time for students to renew their dedication for learnin. more »»
National Birth Defects Prevention
January 25, 2012 January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month, and this year’s theme is “And the Beat Goes On... more »»
Clear the snow safely
January 24, 2012 Snow can be annoying for some people, but it can also be a blessing. It brings moisture and acts as insulation for water and sewer pipes. more »»
Safety first on the snowmobile
January 23, 2012 Winter has arrived, and the trails are ready. Unfortunately, too many snowmobilers are not. — A downstate woman died Friday, Jan. 6, in a snowmobile accident in Alger County. — A Land O Lakes, Wis. more »»
Vote registration deadline nears
January 20, 2012 Michigan residents have until Monday, Jan. 30 to register in order to vote in the Feb. 28 presidential primary election. more »»
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
January 19, 2012 Nearly 13,000 American women were diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2011, and more than 4,000 died from an advanced form of the disease, according to the National Cancer Institute. more »»
Keep pipes from freezing
January 18, 2012 Each winter, some 250,000 homes sustain damage when water pipes freeze and burst. Recovering from frozen pipes is not as simple as calling a plumber, reports State Farm Insurance officials. more »»
Avoiding the winter blahs
January 17, 2012 The holidays are a great time of year, especially for children. The lights, packages, parties, and new toys. Excitement is in the air. January is a different story. more »»
Resolve to be ready in 2012
January 16, 2012 The New Year is a perfect time to Resolve to be Ready and Dickinson-Iron District Health Department is helping to promote emergency preparedness for 2012. more »»
Water safety at Marquette beaches
January 14, 2012 Following a tragic 2010 at the city of Marquette’s beaches along Lake Superior when four swimmers drowned, the city took action to make the waters safer. more »»
Risks, hazards of winter weather
January 13, 2012 Winter in Michigan is a celebrated season despite the extreme drops in temperatur. more »»
National Stalking Awareness Month
January 12, 2012 January is National Stalking Awareness Month, a time to focus on a crime that affects millions of victims every year. U.S. Department of Justice statistics show that some 3. more »»
Top scams of the year
January 11, 2012 The Better Business Bureau (BBB) investigates thousands of scams every year, from the latest gimmicks to schemes as old as the hills. The new BBB Scam Source at www.bbb. more »»
Plan ahead for 2012 holidays
January 10, 2012 Did the holidays leave you in the hole for the new year? Will January’s bills ruin your holiday spirit? Are you determined that next year you won’t blow your Christmas budget? Now is the time to pla... more »» |
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