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Month: May 2019

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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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  • Independence Day— via Billy Graham (1970): "I find that there is a certain fear and expected cosmic judgment that hangs over our country at this hour, as the Devine timepiece ticks away. Thomas Jefferson felt this deeply when he said, 'I tremble for my country, when I reflect that God…

    – July 4, 2022

  • Maundy Thursday— "On this Thursday before Good Friday, Christians of all colors and stripes celebrate three events on the last night our Lord spent with his apostles before the Crucifixion: the washing of the disciples’ feet, the suffering in the Garden of Gethsemane and the betrayal of Judas Iscariot. "The…

    – April 14, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (April 1, 2022)— "Inwardly strong, outwardly focused," by Mike Durbin, State Evangelism Director for the Baptist State Convention of Michigan: Legendary football coach, Vince Lombardi, started the first day of the Green Bay Packers training camp in 1961 with a football in his right hand and these words:…

    – April 10, 2022

  • National Day of Prayer for Law Enforcement Officers— via National Police Association (June 23, 2021), by Stephen Owsinski, retired law enforcement officer with experience in Field Training Officer (FTO) unit and the Community Traffic Safety Team (CTST): "Like anyone else, our nation’s cops harbor every desire to return home each day…

    – June 17, 2022

  • via Southern Baptist Convention (February 26, 2019)— "Who's Your One?" Day 10: Romans 10:1-3, "Brothers, my heart's desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved. For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. For, being ignorant of…

    – July 24, 2022

  • via Lifeway Research (February 22, 2022)— "Most Open to Spiritual Conversations, Few Christians Speaking," by Aaron Earls: Americans are curious about the religious devotion of others and are willing to discuss the topic, but most say they rarely have conversations about faith with their Christian friends .... Half of Americans (51%)…

    – March 20, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (February 2, 2022)— "Peace during a pandemic," by Dr Dan Russell, Executive Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Southgate, Michigan: To help strengthen the pastors and church families of our Convention as we face this coronavirus crisis, here are some encouraging reminders on how to keep your…

    – February 6, 2022

  • via Samaritan's Purse (March 28, 2022)— "Franklin Graham Meets with Samaritan's Purse Team in Ukraine": Work continues as fighting rages in eastern Europe. Franklin Graham, president of Samaritan’s Purse, traveled to Ukraine this past weekend to meet with our teams who have been at work there since the early stages…

    – April 3, 2022

  • via Baptist Beacon (February 2, 2022)— "The difference in knowing and loving," by Mike Durbin, State Evangelism Director for the Baptist State Convention of Michigan, re Famed jeweler Harry Winston: A customer entered Winston’s store in New York City to buy a special diamond. One of his salesmen, his most knowledgeable…

    – February 13, 2022

Past Spotlights

Arthur T Bowley Saline-Brecon Friendship Guild bench in Mill Pond Park

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March 30, 2020

Bygone Features

Audition workshop for SHS Drama Club production of "Newsies: The Musical"

It only seems like pre-production on “Newsies: The Musical” started two days after the fall Saline High School drama closed

November 27, 2019
SHS Drama Club held its “audition workshop” yesterday for students interested in appearing on stage as part of Newsies: The Musical, set to debut at the Ellen A Ewing Performing Arts Center on February 28, 2020. [1-5] If that feels like a bit of a whirlwind on the heals of closing matinee for its fall play 12 Angry Jurors, those who were a part of the audience are undoubtedly not alone in the sentiment. Traces ....
Marlin G Williams, speaking on racial diversity and inclusion

Year-end Washtenaw Economic Club lunch presentation connected with community leaders on value of diversity

November 8, 2019
Where does one begin a talk on diversity before a local business leaders luncheon? Featured speaker Marlin G Williams was presumably chosen by Washtenaw Economic Club leadership for her professional expertise, with requisite summary in promotional materials, then more generously endorsed when she was introduced yesterday by Washtenaw Community College President Dr Rose Bellanca. [2-4] “Why is it important?” is a questions undoubtedly on the mind of some. Is it practical if even possible to gain a ....

Here is why it’s important to focus our named-image feed on Black History Month for the next twenty-eight days

February 1, 2021
From the Publisher— I’ve always loved history. As someone who considers herself a lifelong learner, it’s easy to marvel at the point that comes with each and every one of these stories, from the seemingly least significant of anecdote to most fantastic — on the largest imaginable scale. It really happened! That means “history” can give you a leg up in building on what has been accomplished by others, hopefully taking things even further. On ....

How Much Do You Know About Mounted Equestrian Martial Games Run During Saline Celtic Festival On July 14?

July 5, 2018
Commonly referred to a “jousting,” these competitions are as much a part of Saline Celtic Festival tradition as any kilt, clan, or dance. Maybe you’ve watched competitions from start to finish, cheered favorites and applauded wins. But like any spectator, you want to know more — from history and rules, to strategy and advanced scoring. [1,2] The first recorded tournament dates to the year 1066. [3] Jousting and other forms of weapons training can be ....

Be Prepared to Make Uncommon Photographs Before, During, and after Rainfall

December 29, 2014
The phrase “rained out” is typically perjorative. At once it describes both a weather situation plans to be cancelled. This needn’t be the case when eying outdoor photographs. In fact, periods just after rain has fallen will often lend added interest to subject matter, reveal otherwise hidden character, or encourage an entirely altered center of attention. The Davenport-Curtiss House on East Michigan Avenue in Saline is one such example. Built in 1875, it remains a ....
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