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The status quo vs. the alternative

The last two weeks have been, like the preceding weeks, nuts. The president insisted the United States must own Greenland and he would not rule out military force, if necessary, to take the island. He imposed tariffs on the NATO allies who oppose his territorial lust. Then he walked it all ...

Rest

With the ongoing turmoil and stormy chaos erupting in our nation I’ve been thinking a lot about the necessity of rest. By rest, I don’t mean simply getting a good night’s sleep, though that is essential – I am referring to something more vital and of utmost importance, and that is the ...

National Sestercentennial and Alpena Bi-Path 50th anniversary logo competition

ALPENA – The Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library announced on Wednesday that the library is facilitating a logo contest, on the behalf of the Sestercentennial Celebration Commission, for the creation of a graphic to commemorate two milestones: the nation’s 250th anniversary of ...

Consumers Energy shares safety tips to stay safe during extreme winter chill

MICHIGAN — Amid the dropping temperatures predicted for over the weekend, Consumers Energy is reminding Michigan residents of best practices to stay safe during cold weather. Heat safety tips To avoid avoid catastrophic events, including structure fires and carbon monoxide leaks, Consumers Energy recommends following these safety tips: — When buying an electric space heater, make sure it has the Underwriters Laboratories (UL) label. — Follow all the manufacturer’s instructions to properly use and maintain a space heater. — Keep the heater away from flammable ...

Why children under 13 should be banned from social media

The debate over children and social media is often framed as a question of parental control or technological inevitability. It should not be. At its core, this is a moral question about what kind of society we are shaping, what we choose to protect, and what we are willing to sacrifice in the ...