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Independence Day Fun Facts!
As Americans celebrate 235 years of Independence today ... we can also stand proud as the Statue of Liberty turns 125 this year!
If you dig history and fun facts like I do ... read on:
Our 30th President, Calvin Coolidge, was born in Vermont on July 4th, 1872...
Top 2 Most Dangerous Fireworks!
May your Fourth-of-July be happy and injury free!
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission there were 9,500 fireworks-related emergency room visits last year.
It's no surprise that more men than women get hurt and the top firework to protect your child from is a bottle rocket. They fire up to 200 mph, explode mid-air and in multiple directions causing a ton of eye injuries.
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Turtles Shut Down Runway At JFK Airport! [VIDEO]
How many turtles does it take to shut down a runway at a major airport? 150 is the answer!
Earlier this week, flights at Kennedy International Airport in New York were either delayed or re-routed to another runway while a herd of turtles made their annual trek across a runway.
5 Things To Protect Your Pet From Fireworks Fear!
Happy Fourth of July weekend! As you plan your family reunion or pack your car to head out-of-town today -- make sure you keep a couple of things in mind if you plan on taking your four legged family member(s) with you!
Most likely your dog, cat, ferret, bird and/or horse has a fear of something. The most common problem is the fear of loud and unexpected noises which is the whole point of celebr
Turning 25 Pays Off For Two Celebrities!
Turning 25 is one of those age-old milestones that sticks in my mind because no longer are you a teenager or looking forward to becoming of legal age at 21 -- now you're a quarter of a century old! The next big birthday is 30, then 40, 50, etc...
Finding A Job Is A Major Life Event!
If there's one thing I know and know well ... finding a new job is as stressful, if not more stressful than having one!
Having been on both sides of the fence, I can attest to the fact that being employed has its stresses in that you want to continue exceling and doing well for your company.
Linkin Park Perform Adele’s ‘Rolling In The Deep!’ [VIDEO]
Adele may be on sick leave for a bout with laryngitis, but that hasn't stopped other artists from covering her hit tunes!
During a fan club event in Germany last week, Linkin Park rolled out an acoustic version of the vocally challenged songstress' smash hit, Rolling in the Deep...
Kids Unwrap A New Toy? [VIDEO]
Opening presents is a favorite pastime of mine! Especially on my birthday -- I love celebrating with friends and family.
Now imagine getting one of the biggest gifts of your life and not being able to share it with your dad.
Smurfette Katy Perry Goes 3D In ‘The Smurfs’ [VIDEO]
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Katy Perry is a colorful gal! She may have black hair in the picture you see, that was taken at this year's Grammy Awards in L.A., but the Teenage Dreamer just tweeted that she's going back to her blonde roots.
Affordable West Michigan Summer Date Ideas!
Summer officially began on the 21st and now that the rainy season seems to be lifting ... it's time to start planning a series of fun, outdoor summer dates with your sweetie!
No matter what the season, money can often be a little tight so I found a really cool list of ideas that may help you build memories without worrying about breaking your piggy bank.
Are West Michigan Generation Xers Saving Enough For Retirement?
This may sound a bit cliche and that I need to join a program to get help, but
I'm from Generation X. You are too, if you're between the ages of 29 to 49!
Now that we've established that ... what about retirement? It seems so far away, yet the more you save now the better off you'll be when the time comes to decide if you can retire early or not at all!
I found an interesting survey through a
Michigan Beaches Get Water Quality Report Card!
After spending a week of vacation along the Lake Michigan shoreline ... I can't tell you how many conversations I had with other campers about either the daily temperature or how clean it appeared each day.
In Muskegon, there was a sort of reservoir off to the north side of the beach that was directly fed from the big lake...