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Mackinac Policy Conference 2019, Part 3: A renewed, competitive passion for multimodal transportation

May 31, 2019 Dell Deaton

In its famed Mackinac Policy Conference “To-Do List” unveiled as this event closed, the Detroit Regional Chamber placed a broad emphasis on work that would ensure “continued leadership in automotive and next-generation mobility” here in Michigan. ….

Dr Bill Pink, Grand Rapids Community College President
Governance

Mackinac Policy Conference 2019, Part 2: Michigan is getting serious about its education crisis – with solid plans to correct it

May 30, 2019 Janet Deaton

The topic of “education” did not come up generally or gently on the first full day of programming at the Mackinac Policy Conference. In fact, it started with a 9:00am session, held before a capacity-plus ….

Nolan Finley and Stephen Henderson
Experiences

Mackinac Policy Conference 2019, Part 1: The need for “civility” in political discourse – and how to make it work

May 29, 2019 Dell Deaton

During his appearance this past January as part of a five-person panel providing a “Sneak Peak” of the 2019 Mackinac Policy Conference, WDET Detroit Today host Stephen Henderson spoke disparagingly of Nolan Finley, editorial page ….

Mackinac Policy Conference 2019
Four Ps

An introduction to the 2019 Mackinac Policy Conference (for those who’ve somehow missed the last thirty-eight)

May 28, 2019 Janet Deaton

An important part of opening day for the 2019 Mackinac Policy Conference this afternoon was a “101 Attendee Orientation” that covered all the necessities of navigating the basics of this spectacular event — and thoroughly making ….

Rebekah Warren
Governance

As 2020 Michigan budget process draws to close, Representative Rebekah Warren explained her priorities to constituents

May 22, 2019 Dell Deaton

During a meeting with Congressional Republicans early in his first term, President Barack Obama famously asserted that “elections have consequences.” What does that portend for the first Michigan budget less than a year out from ….

Forrest Gump
Serendipity

“Forrest Gump” marks its twenty-fifth anniversary with four showings at Emagine Theatre this June

May 20, 2019 Dell Deaton

Imagine revisiting highlights of American history through a fresh set of uncritical eyes, spanning three-plus decades ending in the early 1980s. Matter-of-factly, this is the view provided by title character Forrest Gump, born with physical ….

Sandy Baruah and Patti Poppe at 2019 Mackinac Policy Conference
Governance

Education and work force development anticipated to top agenda for 2019 Mackinac Policy Conference later this month

May 17, 2019 Dell Deaton

Weather outside the downtown Detroit Regional Chamber may have felt to some appropriately symbolic for the final press briefing prior to opening day of the upcoming Mackinac Policy Conference on May 28, 2019. [1,2] Cold, ….

Henry, HSHV Schnauzer-mix rescue dog
Spotlight

On Saturday May 18, it doesn’t matter if you walk, wag, or run: It’s simply important to help fund our local Humane Society

May 15, 2019 Janet Deaton

This October marks the ten-year anniversary of the “new” Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV) annimal shelter building here in Washtenaw County. [1,2] Those who visited and maybe even volunteered at the prior facility, built ….

Rear Admiral Sylvia Trent-Adams PhD, RN
Experiences

Joint University of Michigan – Harvard University “Opioid Summit” put numbers to national “epidemic,” Part 1

May 13, 2019 Dell Deaton

Here are the two most important things to know about the excessive use and abuse of opioids in America today. First, as Rear Admiral Sylvia Trent-Adams PhD, RN, pointed out in her keynote address before ….

Enterprise D filming model from "Star Trek: The Next Generation"
Experiences

Set coordinates on The Henry Ford and beam down to see “Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds” exhibit, until September 2, 2019

May 10, 2019 Dell Deaton

On the surface, neither introduction nor explanation seems necessary. An incredible collection of screen-used Star Trek properties will be on display at The Henry Ford in Dearborn Michigan from May 11 through September 2, 2019. ….

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  • via Southern Baptist Convention (February 26, 2019)— "Who's Your One?" Day 1: John 14:6, "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life. 'No one comes to the Father except through me.' [English Standard Version] "An Online Bible Commentary You Can Understand" titled "Bible Ref"…

    – July 17, 2022

  • via Got Questions (January 4, 2022)— "What is the god of self?" "A god is what we run to when we need validation, help, or encouragement because we believe it has the power to give us what we need. Self is a compelling god because it arises from our deepest…

    – August 7, 2022

  • National Day of Prayer— "How to Pray for America," via National Day of Prayer: Why pray for America? God is sovereign and nothing comes as a surprise to Him. Whether we face fluctuating economics, threats from abroad, unrest at home, or other troubling circumstances, our Heavenly Father is not caught…

    – May 5, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (May 2, 2022)— "Be the Church in the marketplace" by Coye L Bouyer, founding pastor of Kingdom Life Church, in Lansing, Michigan: This is a classic story of what God can and will do when lay people begin to take seriously the Lord’s call on their life to…

    – May 15, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (June 1, 2022)— "A small church serves as a large witness in the wake of Taylor tornado," by Mike Durbin, State Evangelism Director for the Baptist State Convention of Michigan: An EF3 tornado ripped through Gaylord tragically taking the lives of two people and injuring more than…

    – June 5, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (February 2, 2022)— "Treasures in the darkness," by Karen Blanchard, women's life group leader with Lakepointe Church in Shelby Township, Michigan: Having been in this pandemic for two years now, we face days that seem uncertain and difficult to navigate. Yet through all the darkness and confusion,…

    – March 6, 2022

  • via What Christians Want to Know (May 27, 2019)— "Should Christians Protest Or Demonstrate?" by Jack Wellman, Christian author, prison minister, and pastor of Heritage Evangelical Free Church, in Udall, Kansas: ... especially when they see injustice? ... The Bible admonishes us to 'Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights…

    – June 12, 2022

  • via Samaritan's Purse— "Samaritan's Purse is operating multiple medical facilities in various parts of Ukraine and providing food and non-food relief items through church partners in both Ukraine and Moldova": Samaritan's Purse continues to provide medical relief to displaced Ukrainians, serving them at our Emergency Field Hospital on the outskirts…

    – March 13, 2022

  • Memorial Day— via Billy Graham (1953): "'When American people and the people of the world begin seeking the righteousness of God first and the kingdom of God first, then we are going to see an end to strife and war and problems and suffering.' In this 1953 Hour of Decision…

    – May 30, 2022

Past Spotlights

US Air Force Colonel Christopher McDonald, Selfridge Air National Guard Base

Selfridge Air National Guard Base hosted US Defense Secretary to make case of Michigan as key to future of national security

December 14, 2021

Bygone Features

Bob Lane and Janet Deaton at Saline Railroad Depot

Volunteers are now driving route for local history sites trolley tours to come next month during Saline’s Summerfest

June 29, 2019
With six weeks of preparation time remaining before Saline’s Summerfest returns to dominate the center of our city, Historical Trolley Tour team members completed first round of orientations for their 2019 circuit. [1,2] “Last year we covered some of the important landmarks here on the north side,” Summerfest Trolley Committee Chair Bob Lane told =Saline Journal during discussion at the History Museum this morning. [3-5] We like to alternate that each year. The 2019 ride ....
Boy Scout Troop 446 camp site in Dexter Michigan

Locating a Cub Scout Pack in Washtenaw County just got even easier

August 9, 2009
Cub Scout Pack leaders will be getting together tomorrow evening in Ann Arbor to help them prepare to welcome the next group of young boys into the Boy Scouts of America. Today I’m here to give you a sneak preview of an exciting new program that’s been developed to make it easier than ever for you, as a parent or guardian, to identify and start to evaluate the many options available. That’s right: We’re talking ....

There’s an Exact Science in Craft Beer and a University Degree to Study It

April 13, 2018
When you think of a true craft brewer, what are the first images that come to mind? Old world tradition? Fiercely independent? Artist for the palate? [1] At least two professors in the Eastern Michigan University (EMU) Department of Chemistry would probably agree with all of the above. They’re more interested in what’s on tap at Salt Springs Brewery than beer that’s been bottled for mass distribution. But that focus doesn’t follow a course that’s ....

Consider These Answers for Any of Your Christmas Mis-Givings

December 26, 2017
Getting the “wrong” presents for holiday occasions is a real issue. It has become so common that “gift receipts” may rival greeting cards as package enclosures. [1] Thinking of making a return? Research shows that today is the third worst day of the year to be out shopping (first is Black Friday, followed by Super Saturday). [2] Thankfully, Saline has alternatives. Donate those gifts to the underprivileged instead. Here on East Michigan Avenue alone, you ....

Long-awaited premier of James Bond movie “No Time to Die” will remind audiences that nothing can replace theatre experience

October 7, 2021
First showing of No Time to Die is scheduled for 4:00pm today at Emagine Theatre in Saline on its EMAX screen. Stretching the defition of “release date” here, James Bond will return to cinemas throughout the United States this evening, at all Emagine Entertainment locations, and eight options for viewing tonight (for of which in standard format). [1-6] “I really think it’s going to remind audiences that there’s no substitute for the theatrical experience,” said Paul ....
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