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More Comfort, Less EnergyDr. Mihai Burzo’s Climate Control Technology

Dr. Mihai Burzo, Associate Professor of Engineering at UM-Flint, is interested in heat transfer and human physiological response. For over eight years at UM-Flint and now at its new College of Innovation and Technology, he has been conducting research on thermoreflectance (thermal behavior of microelectronic devices) and human response to external stimuli. Analyzing data drawn from human physiological changes (heart rate, skin temperature, skin response such as sweating, etc.) gathered from multiple sensors and camera arrays, Dr. Burzo has been able to analyze and predict stress levels, driver awareness, deception and thermal discomfort. As a result of his research, Dr. Burzo has recently been awarded a patent for climate control technology that could revolutionize the way the world heats and cools its private and common areas for the comfort of its people and conservation of energy.

Special RecognitionLake Fenton Graduate Wins Art Competition

This past spring, Lake Fenton High School senior, Meghan Smith, entered the 2023 Congressional Art Competition. Every year, members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor a nationwide, high school arts competition to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in each Congressional District. Smith was notified in May that she had been chosen the winner for Michigan’s Eighth District.

Wayne The Barber LLC EnterpriseReaching the Underprivileged and Underserved

Commitment to quality. Commitment to community. These are the words that describe Wayne The Barber LLC Enterprise. Dewayne (Wayne) Harrington and his wife Tiana are well known not only for Wayne’s commitment in providing “precision cuts in a fashionable time” at the barbershop, but also for their commitment to serving the underprivileged and underserved in their community.

Open Your ImaginationNational Book Lovers Day is August 9.

Since the beginning of civilization, people have been telling, writing and enjoying stories. Dramas, comedies, mysteries, epic poems and more have entranced us with dreams beyond our tangible world. We all have memories from our earliest days of parents or teachers reading the simplest books to us while our eyes grew in wonder at the characters and colorful pictures. Classic children’s books such as The Poky Little Puppy, Where the Wild Things Are, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day and countless others got us interested (and many of us hooked) on the tales crafted by our storytellers.

Navigating Inflation and Helping Preserve Your Finances

Inflation, which can be described as the steady increase in the prices of goods and services, is a topic that has gained significant attention in recent times. As the cost of living rises, individuals and families must adapt their financial strategies to mitigate the impact of inflation. In this article, we will explore the current state of inflation, understand its implications and provide valuable strategies for safeguarding your hard-earned money.

Peace, Love & Rock ‘n’ Roll

For the past 54 years, not an August has gone by without my thoughts drifting to the Woodstock Music Festival, and the hippie movement in general. I wanted to go to Woodstock on that August weekend in 1969 and to this day, I am still bristling that I couldn’t.

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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.

EATS

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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