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Entries invited in Big Tree Hunt contest
May 16, 2012 For nearly 20 years, ReLeaf Michigan, a statewide nonprofit tree organization, has challenged the public to find Michigan’s largest living tree through its Big Tree Hunt contest. more »»
Festivals urged to plan ahead if serving alcohol
May 15, 2012 As the weather gets warmer, Michigan residents and visitors will begin enjoying festivals, some of which will include alcoholic beverages. more »»
Clean, recycle your refrigerator
May 14, 2012 The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development stresses the importance of frequently cleaning your refrigerator. more »»
Support local flower plantings
May 11, 2012 After a warm — no hot — March, we’ve returned to seasonal temperatures in the Upper Peninsula and northeastern Wisconsin. Warm days are followed by cool nights. more »»
Arson Awareness Week in Michigan
May 10, 2012 Gov. more »»
Celebrating Bike Month
May 9, 2012 Americans have been commemorating National Bike Month each May for 55 years. more »»
Wire fraud scams active in Wisconsin
May 8, 2012 As a child, we were taught to not to talk to strangers. Unfortunately, some adults are sending money to one. more »»
Watch out for motorcycles
May 7, 2012 Spring has arrived, and area residents are taking full advantage of it. That means car and truck drivers will have to get used to sharing the road with motorcycles again. more »»
Work together to lower school costs
May 5, 2012 It’s never easy for an organization to cut its budget — especially when those cuts involve eliminating jobs. more »»
Record valuables in case of storms
May 4, 2012 As Michigan residents prepare for the tornadoes, floods and violent storms that accompany the spring and summer seasons, the Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation is urging consumers to creat... more »»
It’s electrical safety month
May 3, 2012 Electrical failures or malfunctions were factors in an estimated 46,500 home structure fires in the U.S. in 2010, accounting for 13 percent of reported home fire. more »»
Dam safety awareness
May 2, 2012 Wisconsin Public Service of Green Bay is urging recreational and fishing enthusiasts to be safe around dams and hydro electric facilities. more »»
Prevent lawn mower tragedy
May 1, 2012 A young Kentucky boy is fighting for his life after being run over with a lawn mower. more »»
Adults need vaccines, too
April 30, 2012 While it is important to ensure that all children are completely immunized, adults should also make sure that they are up-to-date on recommended vaccines, says Joyce Ziegler, RN, Community Health... more »»
Social Security reform needed
April 28, 2012 If you are at the age when you are planning for retirement, consider this: Unless something changes, it is entirely possible the Social Security program will be insolvent while you still need help... more »»
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April 27, 2012 More than 80 percent of Michigan motorists feel drivers talking on cell phones are more likely to be involved in a crash, despite the fact more than 56 percent admittedly make and accept cell phone... more »»
Celebrate Arbor Day
April 26, 2012 National Arbor Day is celebrated on the last Friday in April by many states, including Michigan and Wisconsi. more »»
Slow down for road work zones
April 25, 2012 To help prevent traffic crashes in road construction work zones that injure and kill motorists and workers, Wisconsin Gov. more »»
The danger of loud noise
April 24, 2012 Do you find yourself asking people to repeat themselves? Does your family ask you to turn the TV down? Or, do people tell you that you’re talking too loud? If so, you could have noise-induced hearin... more »»
Sex assault awareness
April 23, 2012 More than one woman is raped every minute, of every day. In most cases, the victim knows her attacker. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. more »»
Precaution can prevent wildfire
April 20, 2012 When it comes to fire safety in Michigan, making smart, sensible decisions in the outdoors is always a good idea. more »» |
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