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Deciphering the AI Frenzy: Bubble or Breakthrough?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of technological innovation, promising to revolutionize industries, reshape economies and redefine the human experience. But when we really dissect AI, a few questions linger: Is the current enthusiasm justified, or are we witnessing the inflation of another speculative bubble? We’ll explore both sides of the debate, presenting arguments for and against AI being a bubble, to shed light on this complex and consequential issue.

Balancing the Budget

The federal government is set to add another $1.5 trillion to the national debt this year. To put this in perspective, note that one trillion is a thousand billion. A billion seconds is roughly 32 years – thus, a trillion seconds is 32,000 years. The national debt currently stands at $34 trillion. Counting to $34 trillion, assuming each number took one second to count, would take roughly one million years. The Great Lakes were not even formed yet one million years ago! The debt-to-GDP ratio is now at 120% – what it was during World War II. This is an unfathomable amount of debt.

A Unique Educational Experienceat Sloan Museum of Discovery and Longway Planetarium!

Looking for a fun and interesting way to supplement a child’s education? The Sloan Museum of Discovery stands ready to take kids through a vast array of challenging workshops and programs.

What Shelter Dogs Know About Love

Few things are as cute as a puppy. In fact, they are so lovable, there is an entire day – National Puppy Day – dedicated to the little fur babies on March 23. The day is set aside, in part, to remind people to adopt shelter puppies, especially given the prevalence of puppy mills. In reality, however, it is not puppies that have the toughest time in shelters.

See The Country By Riding The Rails

With winter almost behind us, I find myself thinking about taking a vacation somewhere.

Day Trip

Sometimes, a simple afternoon trip “away from normal” can make a world of difference. Especially when your budget is strapped a little from other trips looming on the horizon, but you need to get out of town.

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2025 City’s Choice Awards Winners

After thousands of nominations and ballots cast, we’re proud to present this year’s City’s Choice Awards winners—your favorite local eateries, standout professionals and community favorites across more than 100 categories.

Articles

Miranda and Eric Telford’s LOVE STORY

How and when did you first meet?

Alex Eaton, Linden High School, Grade 12April Student Standout

COLUMNS

Have you written your own obituary?

Let’s face it… nobody is getting out alive. We’re all going to die — we just don’t know when.

Yet Another Government Shutdown

The federal government partially shut down on Monday, Feb. 15. Congress could not come to an agreement on a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security due to disagreements over Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which is housed within the department.

EDITORS LETTERS

Editor’s Letter March 2026

There is no doubt in my mind that this has been a long, cold winter. We’ve all felt it. We’ve all complained. I like to stay active throughout the year, and I love being outside soaking up the fresh air and vitamin D that Michigan offers. For the past few years, my husband and I have taken early morning walks in our neighborhood with our dog. Using my fitness app, we measured that walking the entire neighborhood equals 3.1 miles. That’s perfect when the weather is great—but not so much when the roads are snow-covered and the cold wind stings your face.

Editor’s Letter February 2026

I know it really doesn’t mean much in the long run, but I’m glad February is a short calendar month. It follows January, which can feel dreadfully long and cold with its 31 days here in Mid-Michigan. Now that our kids are grown and we’re no longer following our travel hockey-playing sons to winter tournaments across the Midwest and Canada, my husband and I have taken the opportunity to travel south during the coldest weeks of the year when we can. I mentioned in my January column that we started the year with a Caribbean cruise alongside some of our closest friends. We even squeezed in a few nights in our favorite beach town, New Smyrna Beach, Florida. It was the perfect getaway, and we all returned home with more cherished memories.

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Serious About CreativityWhy CCS Is Michigan’s Hub for Industry-Ready Designers

As Michigan’s only “Art and Design Opportunity College,” designated by the Carnegie Classifications, the College for Creative Studies (CCS) is redefining the meaning of hands-on learning.

Chrome & Ice™ 2026 “For the love of cars!” Three-Day Winter Indoor Car Show, February 13-15, 2026, Dort Financial Center Flint, MI

Get ready, car fans — the 11th Annual Chrome & Ice Winter Indoor Car Show is back for 2026, and this time the theme is “For the Love of Cars!” A celebration of automotive passion, the show promises incredible rides, surprising displays, and plenty of excitement for enthusiasts of every generation.

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Where Country Spirit Meets Lake LifeInside Whiskey Glasses Saloon

Whiskey Glasses Saloon is a country-inspired lakeside saloon on Lake Ponemah built around good food, great drinks, and a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere. It’s a place where guests can come by boat or car, enjoy a meal, listen to music, and feel comfortable staying awhile — whether they’re stopping in for a quick drink or spending the evening with friends. It opened in November 2024.

From Backyard Grill to Destination BBQThe Story Behind Scratch BBQ & Catering

For the team behind Scratch BBQ & Catering, great barbecue didn’t start with a business plan—it started with a love of the grill and a happy accident.



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