By John Matonich No matter who you are or what you do, there are times when I am sure you feel overwhelmed. It could be work or family or chores or a dozen other things. The most important part of these times is how you react to that feeling. Your reaction will certainly set … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2019
The Murch: Jobs is jobs is jobs, Gov. Whitmer
By Steve Murch Baseball is officially underway. My mind is happy again, so … I'm not sure I understand why Gov. Gretchen Whitmer decided to add 28 stipulations to the sale of the shuddered Ionia Correction Facility for it to be used as a detention center for immigrants … [Read more...]
As it turns out, you and your dog are peas in a pod
One of the things the lovely yet formidable Marcia loves most about me is how I’m always generously sharing fascinating news articles with her regardless of what she’s doing at the time. For instance, the other day, I said, “Listen to this: These researchers at MSU say dogs’ … [Read more...]
Auchtoon: Hate the rich? You probably are one
By John Auchter It is so, so, so deliciously easy to hate somebody without even knowing them. In fact, not knowing somebody as a person but as part of a group is a great help. As an example, many Americans feel very comfortable these days communicating their … [Read more...]
Come Heller high water … the ‘Wait, you mean my kid ISN’T getting into Faber College?’ edition
Come Heller high water … Are you shocked by the college admissions scandal? If so, why? What’s new here? The wealthy and famous have always used their money and fame to get their kids to the front of the line. This is only big news now because of the 1 percent conversation … [Read more...]