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Journalists face news industry turbulence

Journalists face news industry turbulence

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Journalists face news industry turbulence

Eric Freedman
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
LANSING These are tough times for American journalists. Traditional newspaper, magazine and broadcast station staffs are shrinking. News outlets are cutting back on coverage, merging companies or – most drastically – folding.
What’s up at the VAOIG?

What’s up at the VAOIG?

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What’s up at the VAOIG?

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
The Office of Inspector General for the Department of Veterans Affairs is always busy, and that’s a good thing. Here’s what they’ve been up to lately: A surviving spouse in Florida lied to the VA and collected benefits he wasn’t entitled to receive ... for 30 years.
Patient with PBC needs calcium supplements amid normal levels

Patient with PBC needs calcium supplements amid normal levels

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Patient with PBC needs calcium supplements amid normal levels

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 60-year-old female who was diagnosed with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) in 2020. At the time, I had a bone density scan that showed osteopenia of the left femoral neck with a T-score of -1.3. My 10-year risk of any fracture was 6.
Staying healthy

Staying healthy

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Staying healthy, staying home

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
I’ve been lax lately in terms of my health. I admit it. While I haven’t been at music concerts among thousands of people or riding packed subway cars, I have been going to stores during the daytime when the aisles are full. This was especially true during the holiday shopping season.
Utilitarian Art

Utilitarian Art

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Utilitarian Art

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Collectors know that the line between artistic and utilitarian objects is not always clearly drawn. This large, glazed earthenware plate with two stylized faces in profile sold at a Rago auction for $3,120. At that price, it’s more likely to go on display than on the dinner table!
Seul Choix Point’s spirits

Seul Choix Point’s spirits

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Seul Choix Point’s spirits

Kelsey Lester
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
LANSING The smell of cigar smoke lingers as visitors walk through the dark living quarters of Gulliver’s Seul Choix Point Lighthouse. They’d think someone was there because of the smell. But no.
How to Winterize Your Home: A Winter Preparation Checklist

How to Winterize Your Home: A Winter Preparation Checklist

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How to Winterize Your Home: A Winter Preparation Checklist

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Winterize Your Tools for Safety Once you’ve taken steps to winterize your home for winter, ensure that you’ve stocked up on the tools, you’ll need to stay safe and avoid winter injuries when you venture out into the icy weather.
Make your best holiday charcuterie board

Make your best holiday charcuterie board

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Make your best holiday charcuterie board

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
When entertaining is on the menu, throw together a holiday charcuterie Thereís nothing that mixes elegant and easy entertainment better than a holiday charcuterie board!

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GBB seek donations for baskets in February

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
GLADWIN The Gladwin Band Boosters (GBB) are hosting a fundraising event and are seeking items to fill baskets for auction. Already completed baskets can be donated as well. They are looking for items such as gift cards, beauty products, car supplies, and any other items that can be auctioned.
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