Local Family Wins Statewide “I Love Michigan” Video Competition

 I Love Michigan: Darryl and Erinn Evans along with their son, Dion and daughter, Morgan won the top prize for their video depicting love for Michigan .  Courtesy photo

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AboutThatCar.com: Kia Sportage — Just Fine

 By Frank S. Washington

 
DETROIT, MI  –  I recently experienced some engineering deftness while driving the 2011 Kia Sportage EX AWD crossover vehicle.

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GO GREEN WHEN YOU SPRING CLEAN

 

 

By Reference Librarian Eunice B.

 
Now that spring is in the air, the time-honored tradition of spring cleaning is upon us. How about making some changes this year and incorporating “green” or “safe” cleaning tips into your routine? You might be surprised at the versatility of common ingredients you probably already have on hand, such as vinegar, hydrogen peroxide, lemon juice, baking soda and shortening. They can help you save money, save your health, maybe even save some time.

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Your Other 8 Hours: 4 Steps To Becoming a Multitasking Master

 

By Robert Pagliarini, 
Tribune Media Services
 
No doubt you’ve heard the research that “proves” multitasking is counterproductive, but I disagree. There is bad multitasking and there is good multitasking. The trick is to learn how to multitask the right way.

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Ask Tamara: Cyberbulling!!

 

Dear Tamara:
 
I think my teenage son may be the victim of cyberbullying. While cleaning up his room I noticed his Facebook page was still up on his computer monitor and decided to take a look. I saw several threatening messages on his page. 

 

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Arab Rappers in Solidarity With Uprisings in Middle East & North Africa

By Aisha Fukushima, 

New America Media
 
Many prominent Arab hip-hop artists inspired by uprisings in the Middle East and North Africa have released music in solidarity with protesters in the region. Though the messages of these new songs are not necessarily new to Arab hip-hop, the urgency and relevance of this new music has gained these artists increasing international attention.

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News Spotlight: Producer will give free lecture for Lansing youth Peter Sklar comes to scout talent and give show business advice to aspiring artists

Peter Sklar, Broadway producer and Hollywood talent scout, will come to Spartan Dance Center in East Lansing on Sunday, May 1st at 2:00 p.m. to give local youth a free lecture on beginning a career in performing arts in his series titled, “Earning a Living in the Arts.”

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News Spotlight: Handle Easter Eggs Properly to Assure a Safe Holiday

 

Coloring Easter eggs and hosting Easter egg hunts are fun holiday traditions for many Michigan families. The Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) reminds consumers to take some simple steps this Easter to ensure safe egg handling and minimize food safety risks.

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Rarin’ to Get Planting? Here’s What You Can Do Now

 

 
 
 
By Sean Conway
Cultivating Life
Tribune Media Services
 
This time of year, a quick trip to your local garden center is the perfect way to get a case of spring fever.

 

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