May 13, 2026

Less than a week out from Michigan primaries next Tuesday, The Trafalgar Group has released results of its July 26-28, 2022, survey of “Likely General Election Voters” for the question: “If the Republican primary for Governor were held today, from whom would you vote?

Tudor Dixon at 28.4%
Garrett Soldano at 19.2%
Kevin Rinke at 16.7%
Ryan Kelley at 13.6%
Ralph Rebandt at 2.8%
Undecided at 19.3%

See The Trafalgar Group website for complete methodology.

Ascension Day— via Christianity: "Ascension Day celebrates Christ's exaltation. While on earth, He was a servant. Now in heaven, He is the ruler and Lord of all. By entering heaven as the representative of mankind, He completed the work of our salvation and guarantees the eventual glorification of all who…

– May 26, 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 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 Samaritan's Purse (March 23, 2022)— "Ukraine Updates: Ukraine Updates: Fifth Airlift Departs with Ukraine Relief; Medical Care at Four Locations; Food and Other Distributions Underway": A fifth Samaritan’s Purse airlift departed today carrying more than 19 tons of relief, including medical supplies for area hospitals as we work to…

– March 27, 2022
via TED Conferences (February 1998) "Billy Graham: Technology, faith and human shortcomings": In Monterey California, The Reverend Billy Graham delivered a talk of just over twenty-six minutes to a Technology, Entertainment, and Design (TED) conference before a screen that projected a title of no more than, matter-of-factly, his first and…

– July 10, 2022
President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 this morning — via The White House, Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. As always and particularly in the face of this affliction, we pray for The President of the United States, his loved ones, and those in whose care he has been…

– July 21, 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
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
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

Ford Mustang GT 500 reveal at 2019 North American International Auto Show

Here are ten compelling reasons to test drive a vehicle at Briarwood Ford “Drive One 4UR School” event this May

April 19, 2019

It’s a well known annual happening if not tradition for most us who’ve been around for any length of time here in Saline Michigan. “Drive One 4UR School” is a nationwide offering from Ford Motor Company aimed at providing a no cost, no pressure opportunity to take its latest vehicles out for a drive on the familiar roads of your local community. Just you and the car. Or truck. [1,2] With additional friends or family ....

Saline Police Department Volunteers Will Be On The Streets For Halloween Tonight, Issuing … Candy

October 31, 2018

In his quarterly report to Saline City Council earlier this month, Police Chief Jerrod Hart said to anticipate candy distributions this Halloween. Tonight is the night for that. [1,2] Look for the offically marked Volunteers in Public Safety (“VIPS”) patrol vehicle out in neighborhoods between the hours of 6:00pm and 8:00pm. As always, this will help extend the presence and connection with sworn police officers on duty to keep things safe — especially during higher ....

Vice President Mike Pence Makes Whistle-Stops In Michigan Venues To Promote Michigan Republican Candidates

October 31, 2018

There has been disagreement on when, exactly, Vice President Mike Pence was first scheduled for his most recent trip to Michigan, along with where, for whom, and why. [1] The earlier mid-October rally for Michigan Republicans may have been considered the signature draw for its side of the political spectrum en route to November 6. Compassion if not official duties of office has made attending to the wake of the Pittsburgh synagogue massacre a higher ....

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 ....