July is the perfect time to slow down, relax, and get lost in a good book. Whether reading on a porch swing, at the beach, or during a quiet summer evening, books have a unique way of improving the day. Reading reduces stress, sharpens the mind, and gives readers a chance to escape from daily pressures for a little while. In a season filled with busy schedules and constant screens, taking time to read can feel refreshing and calming — a simple habit that makes summer days more meaningful and enjoyable.
With nary a hint of hesitation, Kendreyas White will gladly accept any invitation to display his prowess on a basketball court.
In a world of ever-increasing technology, it’s become much harder to connect with our surroundings, ourselves, or what we’re truly capable of. It’s easier to live safely and sheltered from risk. However, stepping out from this shelter is what we need not only to connect, but also to grow, to know who we are and what kind of world we live in.
For five decades, families, schoolchildren, and visitors from across Michigan have stepped back in time at Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad, where the sights, sounds, and traditions of the 19th century continue to come alive just outside Flint.
The annual pancake breakfast will be held from 7 to 10 a.m. at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center, hosted by the American Legion.
