Stu Allen
Celebrate ‘National Safe Boating Week’ by Wearing a Life Jacket
The weather is getting warmer and that means for many, it's time to hit the water. Boating is an activity that many in Michigan engage in during the summer months, and the organizers of "National Safe Boating Week" want you to take a simple step that could save your life. Wear a life jacket when on the water.
Flint Boxer Claressa Shields Punches Her Olympic Ticket
Claressa Shields is going to the 2012 London Olympic Games. The 17-year old Flint Northwestern junior got the news today after the fighter she lost to in the second round of qualifying beat her opponent. That loss was the first of Shields' career, but she will have a chance to bounce back and go for the gold in London.
World Expo of Beer Hits Frankenmuth Friday & Saturday
Frankenmuth, a.k.a. "Little Bavaria" is home to Michigan's largest beer tasting event this weekend, as the World Expo of Beer takes place at Heritage Park on Friday from 5-10 pm and Saturday from 3-10 pm.
Yankee Candle Introduces ‘Man Candles’
As a man, I am slightly confused. Perhaps even befuddled. Isn't the purpose of scented candles to cover up undesirable odors, usually created by, um, men?
Army Considers Allowing Women at Ranger School
The US Army is considering giving women more opportunities in the military. Opportunities that add risk and danger, but also a chance to advance through the ranks. Right now, women are not allowed in the Infantry, which is usually on the front lines in war.
Compact Discs are an Endangered Species, About to be Extinct
By the end of 2012, you may no longer be able to buy compact discs except at resale shops or yard sales. According to Side Line Music Magazine, most record labels will stop making CD's by the end of the year, some sooner than that.
Genesee County Health Deptartment to Offer Free Mammograms
The Genesee County Health Department's Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) has received funding from the State of Michigan to provide FREE mammograms and Pap smears for women ages 40-49 who qualify through September 30, 2012.
Inaugural Qualifier Marathon & Half Marathon is Sunday From Midland to Bay City
A new era in road running begins this weekend in Midland as the starting gun for the inaugural "Qualifier" marathon and Half Marathon will go off Sunday morning. The Qualifier marathon is backed by the Crim Fitness Foundation, and should provide runners a great opportunity to set personal bests or qualifying times for the Boston Marathon or other prestigious races which require fast tim
This is American Craft Beer Week
American Craft Beer Week is May 14-20, 2012 and it's being billed as "The Mother of all Beer Weeks."
It's a national celebration taking place at a craft brewery near you. The state of Michigan has more than 80 craft breweries, so odds are good that there's one near you.
Healing Hands 5k Run/Walk This Saturday Benefits Free Medical Clinic
Running and walking are things that promote good health for those who do them. This Saturday, you can also help others while getting in a nice workout running and walking through the neighborhoods around Mott Community College in Flint.
Mud Factor Tip: How to NOT Lose Your Shoe
The excitement is building for Mud Factor, the national mud obstacle footrace that takes place June 30th at Baja Acres in Millington. As someone with several years of experience in running on trails and off-trail, keeping your shoes on is kind of important.
Mudders Day 2012, How I Helped My Mom and Prepped for Mud Factor
Today was Mother's Day, so I spent the day helping my Mom do some yard work. I also got in some crucial Mud Factor training in at the same time.