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Bacon has got to be one of the number one foods around the world. I grew up eating it in BLT sandwiches and mainly breakfast but now it's used in just about everything! Have you heard of the Keto diet (lifestyle)? If yes, you probably eat bacon a lot. The best thing about bacon is that is go...
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While public high schools around the state and the country are readying for the ACT and SAT, there are also those that are highlighting their Career Technical Education (CTE) students and successes, and with good reason. CTE students are working on creating a giant megaphone and for good reason. ...
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March is drawing to a close, but it is never too late to celebrate National Reading Month. Everywhere, readers and booksellers and librarians and others are collaborating to encourage students and families to read together. The National Education Association, for example, champions the idea...
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Cherry blossoms and daffodils, even morel mushroom all announce the end of winter and the start of spring. This means baseball, a traditional past time for Americans. For more than a century and a half, dating to the 1830s, spring and summer have meant baseball, and this year is no differen...
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Ah to be a teenager again. Not a care in the world and I'd be able to sleep in!! Ok, that might not be the life of most teens today but I'd still love a chance at sleeping in again! Today on the blog we're discussing 5 reasons your teen needs a job. It's been a long time since I was a teenag...
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Whether you are a scratch golfer or a weekend duffer, there are plenty of great courses in the Northern Michigan region to try to hone your game. In no particular order, here are a few of the most impressive courses within easy driving distance of any Up North starting point: Hidden River...
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Michigan produces cherries, apples, grapes, potatoes, corn and more. The state produces an abundance of produce that is enjoyed both locally and well beyond the region. CHEERIES Northern Michigan and the Traverse City area have long been known for cherries. They are delicious whether ...
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With all the snow we have had this winter it's hard to believe that there will soon be an end in sight and spring will eventually make it's way to northern Michigan. Easter is Sunday April 21st this year and I know we've had the occasional snow on Easter Sunday but I'm hoping (ok, praying) t...
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Next time you take a trip to the grocery store try one of the several Michigan made chip options available. Turns out there are plenty of good chip options from Michigan companies. Looking for a great tortilla chip for your homemade nachos? La Fiesta, which is made in Ludington or Garden Fr...
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National Pistachio Day is right around the corner, are you ready to celebrate? To be honest, I didn't realize that pistachios had their own holiday. That being said, I guess I'm not to surprised though. Ice cream, cookies, waffles and more have their own special day so why not pistachios? I lov...
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