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In praise of Dr. Don Jacobs

On behalf of the so, so many hospital staff you mentored, thank you for being so generous with your time and humor. Our son, Derrick, was so fortunate to be your last one — you poured eight years into him, teaching him that patient care is foremost and the work day can be fun. So many stories, but I love the day when new management had taken over the hospital and they asked to meet with you two. Not knowing what it would be about, you told Derrick to wear his best suit. The upper management were noticeably uncomfortable because they were underdressed for the important meeting. Thank ...

MDARD shares food safety tips for Independence Day

State officials want to help America remain the land of the free ... from food poisoning. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has offered these food safety reminders to help Michiganders prepare for Fourth of July picnics and barbecues: KEEP IT CLEAN — Wash hands thoroughly before and after cooking and before eating to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria. Use soap and water, hand sanitizer or sanitizing hand wipes. — Clean and sanitize all food preparation and serving surfaces before use, including cutting boards and picnic tables. Take precautions ...

Before lighting up fireworks, consider effects on others

It’s time for the annual reminder that while fireworks spark awe and delight for many, they are a source of dread for some in the community. Michigan law establishes 12 days in which local governments can’t ban fireworks, all around federal holidays. They are: — Dec. 31 until 1 a.m. on Jan. 1; — Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend until 11:45 p.m.; — June 29 to July 4 until 11:45 p.m.; — Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend until 11:45 p.m. Local governments may have ordinances on just what, when and where fireworks can be used at other times, so ...