Governing by Government Shutdown
As of writing this column, the federal government is shut down. It…
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Fulfilling a dream Former Linden family has begun another new adventure – this time traveling 6,000 miles by boat over the next 14 months
On August 20, a former Linden family of five—and their two dogs—set…
Charting Her Course Gabby Stephens leads Bella Luna through her ninth Mackinac race with her dad by her side
During this year’s Port Huron to Mackinac Yacht Race, Bella Luna skipper…
It’s Homecoming Season
Do you remember your high school home-coming? The themed dress-up days, the…
Costumes, Treats and Make Believe
It is easy to wax nostalgic this time of year. I walk…
Who Is to Blame for High Rent?
A 2024 poll by Navigator Research found that 57% of respondents blamed…
Not So Weird
Austin is a special place. In general, yes—but especially to me. It…
Are Stocks Actually Risky?
Managing portfolios and building financial plans has been my focus for nearly…
Broadcast Dreams and Digital Realities A Life Shaped by Media
A TV engineer or director. That’s what 19-year-old me wanted as a…
Falling Into Fashion, Football, and FUN!
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Michigan transitions…
Where do you find hope?
“Hope” is a word often thrown around—from political campaigns to advertisements promising…
Fall Forward Your Cool-Weather Capsule Wardrobe
After a long, sweltering summer, the crisp promise of fall feels like…