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Tuesday, December 25, 2012  Secretary of State branches across Michigan are closed on Christmas Day and will be shuttered Monday and Jan. 1.

Monday, December 24, 2012  It looks a lot like Christmas in Senegal, where 95 percent of the 12.8 million residents are Muslim. Even the Grande Mosquee, a mosque that dominates the city's skyline, is aglow in holiday lights.

Sunday, December 23, 2012  Donations are flooding the Thetford Township Fire Department supporting Police Chief Bob Kenny after a fire destroyed most of his home yesterday evening.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  Bruschetta from Bavaria Inn.  Check out their Holiday Wine Tasting this weekend!

Friday, November 23, 2012  The Friday after Thanksgiving is often the time when people start to purchase their Christmas trees. This year's drought did take a bit of a toll.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011  Some kindergarten students learned the holidays are more than just about sending Santa their wish-list.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011  It's a debate that is brought up time and time again. Do you wish someone "Happy Holidays" or "Merry Christmas"? Does it really matter? In a recent MSNBC report. it says the trend toward happy holidays is aimed at respecting different cultures.

Saturday, December 03, 2011  As family and friends reunite this holiday season many leave their houses empty, which is tempting to burglars.  Sheriff Leo Mioduszewski wants to offer you the following tips to help make your absence less noticeable and your house less attractive to burglars.

Sunday, November 27, 2011  The current economy has left many shoppers on a budget and searching for more affordable methods of paying for big-ticket items and holiday gifts. This holiday season, many families will be turning to alternate forms of payment to make ends meet. With many stores offering layaway services, Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering advice on how to use this payment plan in lieu of credit cards.

Saturday, November 26, 2011  Because of technology and the creativity of charities, there are many different ways that donors can give to a worthy cause. Whether you’re giving money, canned goods, used items or your time, BBB Wise Giving Alliance reminds donors that how you give is just as important as what you give.

Saturday, November 05, 2011  From 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 5th, Walmart is kicking off the holidays with “huge savings.”

Thursday, December 23, 2010  Break in the weather, spread-out holiday season mean travel's not as bad as it could be

Friday, December 03, 2010  Updated with additional photos, links and video. President Barack Obama slipped unannounced into dangerous Afghanistan on Friday, one year after widening an ever deadlier war and just days before a pivotal review about the 9-year-plus conflict.

Sunday, December 20, 2009  Travelers can expect for the weather to play a big part on how quickly they get to their final destination.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009  As you prepare food for friends and family this holiday season, there are some health issues you need to be aware of.