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Andrew Heller: The socks tell the tale - mom and dad aren't needed so much anymore
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January 07, 2013, 1:00PM
What people don't tell you is that while it's an enormous relief to have the baby bird leap from the nest and not nose-dive into the ground, it's also, oddly enough, not a lot of fun when his wings catch the air and he soars as if he's been doing it a lifetime. And without any help from you. Full story »
Readers debate theory that move to unleaded gas led to drop in crime 20 years ago
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January 07, 2013, 12:02PM
Did the phasing out of leaded gas in the 1970s result in a significant drop in violent crime in the 1990s? Full story »
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Substance abuse expert: Increased marijuana use will lead to more crowded prisons (Guest column)
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January 07, 2013, 11:31AM
I hope those who endorsed this measure are as willing to lend their support to treatment programs to help our increasing number of young people whose lives are adversely affected by marijuana. Full story »
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David Kolb: Happily, the GOP didn't walk away empty-handed
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January 07, 2013, 11:11AM
More importantly, the fiscal cliff deal included unanimous U.S. Senate consent to more than 100 of Obama’s appointments, hitherto blocked by the GOP minority in that legislative body. Full story »
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Question of the Day (with poll): What new downtown Jackson restaurant are you most excited to see?
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January 07, 2013, 10:35AM
Four restaurants are in the works for downtown Jackson. Which has you the most excited? Full story »
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Cheers & Jeers: Saginaw, Bay unemployment rates improve and risky ice fishing
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January 07, 2013, 10:15AM
Calling out the good and the bad in this weeks 'Cheers & Jeers.' Full story »
Letter: After voters clearly showed their disapproval, the new emergency manager law is even more instrusive
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January 07, 2013, 9:13AM
On what planet is the new emergency manager law not a perversion of the will of the people? Full story »
Two Viewpoints: To test students or not to test students. That is the question
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January 07, 2013, 8:46AM
Teacher and parent Scott Baker and MAISD Superintendent Dave Sipka share their views on requiring students to take the MEAP test. Full story »
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Letter: Don't wear dark clothing when walking or biking at night
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January 07, 2013, 8:40AM
It just doesn't make sense to me, someone walking or even riding a bike down the middle of the street dressed in black at night. Full story »
Letter: State Rep. Mike Shirkey should be ashamed of honor for right-to-work legislation
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January 07, 2013, 8:35AM
The right-to-work fight is far from over. It will be a hot topic and it will cost some Tea Party seats in 2014. It will be fought, and we the people will prevail over time. Full story »
One theory why Jackson County government turned civilized
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January 07, 2013, 8:00AM
Jackson County commissioners were once famed for bitter shouting matches and tedious bickering. They sometimes stalked out of public meetings in anger or disgust. Power struggles and conspiracy theories were common as dandelions in May. Full story »
Letter: If marijuana is a medicine, it should be dispensed by pharmacies
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January 07, 2013, 7:30AM
I don't understand why, if marijuana is a medicine, it isn't retailed by licensed pharmacies. Full story »
Question of Day: Do you care that the NHL lockout is over?
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January 07, 2013, 7:21AM
Are you lining up to get your Red Wings hockey tickets now that the lockout is over? With a member of the Detroit Red Wings, Justin Abdelkader, from Muskegon, area hockey fans had a special interest in getting the pro-hockey season started. The lockout ended Sunday just hours after MLive and Muskegon Chronicle sports writer Mark Opfermann spoke with Abdelkader... Full story »
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Letter links: Letters to The Flint Journal from the week of December 30
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January 07, 2013, 7:00AM
Here is a roundup of the letters to the editor from the week of December 30: Full story »
Running for public office offers citizens a unique, satisfying experience
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January 06, 2013, 4:01PM
My dynamic, first-time experience of vying for an elective office is a fulfilling, personal witness to Democracy in action. My dedicated attempt to win voter approval for a seat on the Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Trustees was not successful. Upon reflection, the pursuit did satisfy my yearning for hands-on participation in the elective process and provided an... Full story »
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