Growing unrest with a sputtering economy that lacks jobs and Republican policies they say favor corporations and the wealthy sparked some 65 citizens to stage a protest Thursday afternoon outside of U.S. Rep. Dave Camp’s downtown Midland office. Chanting slogans like “Where are the Jobs?” and “Tax the Rich, Create Jobs,” the protesters didn’t let a steady rain dampen their zeal for putting elected officials on notice that people are hurting and that job creation needs to happen. Now. James Moreno, one of the protest leaders, said, “This is a rally for jobs. If we want to change America we need more jobs and less divisive government.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Goal of protest at U.S. Rep. Camp's Midland office? Jobs
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Growing unrest with a sputtering economy that lacks jobs and Republican policies they say favor corporations and the wealthy sparked some 65 citizens to stage a protest Thursday afternoon outside of U.S. Rep. Dave Camp’s downtown Midland office. Chanting slogans like “Where are the Jobs?” and “Tax the Rich, Create Jobs,” the protesters didn’t let a steady rain dampen their zeal for putting elected officials on notice that people are hurting and that job creation needs to happen. Now. James Moreno, one of the protest leaders, said, “This is a rally for jobs. If we want to change America we need more jobs and less divisive government.
Growing unrest with a sputtering economy that lacks jobs and Republican policies they say favor corporations and the wealthy sparked some 65 citizens to stage a protest Thursday afternoon outside of U.S. Rep. Dave Camp’s downtown Midland office. Chanting slogans like “Where are the Jobs?” and “Tax the Rich, Create Jobs,” the protesters didn’t let a steady rain dampen their zeal for putting elected officials on notice that people are hurting and that job creation needs to happen. Now. James Moreno, one of the protest leaders, said, “This is a rally for jobs. If we want to change America we need more jobs and less divisive government.
Thatcher biographer celebrates America’s lady leaders; speaking Monday in Midland
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A British author who chronicled Margaret Thatcher’s emergence as a world leader thinks it’s time for American women to get their due as well. John Blundell, author of 2008’s “Margaret Thatcher: A Portrait of the Iron Lady,” will visit the Doan History Center Monday night at 7 p.m. Blundell’s appearance is jointly sponsored by Northwood University and the “VOICES: Extraordinary Women of Midland County,” and coincides with the release of his new book, “Ladies for Liberty: Women Who Made a Difference in American History.” The Mackinac Center also is a co-sponsor.
A British author who chronicled Margaret Thatcher’s emergence as a world leader thinks it’s time for American women to get their due as well. John Blundell, author of 2008’s “Margaret Thatcher: A Portrait of the Iron Lady,” will visit the Doan History Center Monday night at 7 p.m. Blundell’s appearance is jointly sponsored by Northwood University and the “VOICES: Extraordinary Women of Midland County,” and coincides with the release of his new book, “Ladies for Liberty: Women Who Made a Difference in American History.” The Mackinac Center also is a co-sponsor.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Swede bike lane proposed, with parking still allowed most hours
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After months of discussion, the Midland Planning Commission has recommended adding a bicycle lane to Swede Avenue from Wackerly Street to Patrick Road with partial parking restrictions. If the proposal gains final approval of the Midland City Council, parking would be restricted from 6 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. on weekdays to encourage bicyclists to commute to work. Five commissioners supported the plan, while three were opposed. Commissioner Lowell McLaughlin said creating bike lanes adds to Midland's quality of life, encouraging people to bicycle and improving the safety of those who do ride.
After months of discussion, the Midland Planning Commission has recommended adding a bicycle lane to Swede Avenue from Wackerly Street to Patrick Road with partial parking restrictions. If the proposal gains final approval of the Midland City Council, parking would be restricted from 6 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. on weekdays to encourage bicyclists to commute to work. Five commissioners supported the plan, while three were opposed. Commissioner Lowell McLaughlin said creating bike lanes adds to Midland's quality of life, encouraging people to bicycle and improving the safety of those who do ride.
Despite opposition, Eastman apartment plan moves forward
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A plan to allow a 49-unit, three story senior living facility at 5510 Eastman Ave. gained Midland Planning Commission support Tuesday night despite strong neighborhood opposition. The commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit to allow the multiple-family residential use in an office service-zoned parcel. The parcel is subject to a court judgment from 1991 prohibiting several uses, including schools, churches, rooming houses, fire stations, public utility facilities and radio broadcasting studios. The city said the ruling did not prohibit the proposed apartment building. Midland Planning Director Keith Baker recused himself from the discussion because his home is near the proposed building, so planning consultant Cindy Winland handled the proposal.
A plan to allow a 49-unit, three story senior living facility at 5510 Eastman Ave. gained Midland Planning Commission support Tuesday night despite strong neighborhood opposition. The commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit to allow the multiple-family residential use in an office service-zoned parcel. The parcel is subject to a court judgment from 1991 prohibiting several uses, including schools, churches, rooming houses, fire stations, public utility facilities and radio broadcasting studios. The city said the ruling did not prohibit the proposed apartment building. Midland Planning Director Keith Baker recused himself from the discussion because his home is near the proposed building, so planning consultant Cindy Winland handled the proposal.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Designer drugs moving into Midland County
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The Midland Area Partnership for Drug Free Youth continues to work toward preventing and reducing substance abuse by youth, and learned about designer drugs beginning to take hold in Midland County at a coalition meeting this week. Speaking at the meeting, conducted Wednesday at the Midland Law Enforcement Center, was Bay Area Narcotics Enforcement Team Detective Lt. Mark Uribe, who brought along drugs seized during investigations and spoke about the current local drug situation. He said it's important to know about what drugs are out there, and to help the community's youth get ahead of the problem.
The Midland Area Partnership for Drug Free Youth continues to work toward preventing and reducing substance abuse by youth, and learned about designer drugs beginning to take hold in Midland County at a coalition meeting this week. Speaking at the meeting, conducted Wednesday at the Midland Law Enforcement Center, was Bay Area Narcotics Enforcement Team Detective Lt. Mark Uribe, who brought along drugs seized during investigations and spoke about the current local drug situation. He said it's important to know about what drugs are out there, and to help the community's youth get ahead of the problem.
Emotional victory: Johnson, Chargers defeat Arthur Hill 20-13
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An emotional week turned into an emotional victory Friday night for the Dow High Chargers. Just days after tailback Nick Johnson's father, Erric, 57, died from complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, the Chargers dealt with the emotions of his death, as well as it being Senior Parent Night, to hold off a determined Saginaw Arthur Hill team, 20-13. Johnson, a senior, scored a touchdown and rushed for 74 yards as the Chargers (2-3 on the season) dodged a late comeback bid from the Lumberjacks at Midland Stadium.
An emotional week turned into an emotional victory Friday night for the Dow High Chargers. Just days after tailback Nick Johnson's father, Erric, 57, died from complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, the Chargers dealt with the emotions of his death, as well as it being Senior Parent Night, to hold off a determined Saginaw Arthur Hill team, 20-13. Johnson, a senior, scored a touchdown and rushed for 74 yards as the Chargers (2-3 on the season) dodged a late comeback bid from the Lumberjacks at Midland Stadium.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Dow Corning pledges $5M support to Global Alliance for clean cookstoves
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Dow Corning has committed $5 million to the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves’ efforts to create a global marketplace for clean and efficient household cooking solutions. As the Alliance celebrates its one-year anniversary, Dow Corning’s donation — the largest contribution of unrestricted funds pledged to date — will enable the Alliance to significantly ramp up its global efforts to prevent millions of deaths per year — and millions more sicknesses and injuries — from exposure to toxic smoke from cooking and heating with traditional cookstoves or open fires. Dow Corning is also dedicating technical and human resources to the project. Dow Corning will work with the Alliance to explore how to improve the quality of stoves, as well as how to lower the cost of production to make the stoves more affordable to families.
Dow Corning has committed $5 million to the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves’ efforts to create a global marketplace for clean and efficient household cooking solutions. As the Alliance celebrates its one-year anniversary, Dow Corning’s donation — the largest contribution of unrestricted funds pledged to date — will enable the Alliance to significantly ramp up its global efforts to prevent millions of deaths per year — and millions more sicknesses and injuries — from exposure to toxic smoke from cooking and heating with traditional cookstoves or open fires. Dow Corning is also dedicating technical and human resources to the project. Dow Corning will work with the Alliance to explore how to improve the quality of stoves, as well as how to lower the cost of production to make the stoves more affordable to families.
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