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My Son Will Own You on 'Pi Day' [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:18:17 +0000

Here's proof that my son's lifetime earning potential is probably ten times what yours or mine is.

Here's Your New Year's Resolutions Illustrated By Cats

Emerald Catron — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 01:00:27 +0000

If on day two of 2013 it’s already beginning to feel like it’s been an eternity since you’ve had a drink or a cheeseburger, watch this video. It’s cats illustrating the ten most common New Year’s Resolutions. So the next time you nearly light a cigarette you can think “Come on, man, a CAT can [...]

Man Plays Jingle Bells With Car Exhaust [VIDEO]

Rod Prahin — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 12:38:23 +0000

Very interesting. Listen as this guy plays ‘Jingle Bells’ with his car exhaust. It’s like ‘Jingle Bells’ in a can.

Tomorrow is Sandwich Day, Celebrate This Tasty Holiday

Stu Allen — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 00:01:35 +0000

Dagwood Bumstead and I are kindred spirits. A great sandwich is a work of art. A delicious work of art! Tomorrow (November 3) is Sandwich Day, in honor of the birthdate of John Montague, the Earl of Sandwich. Legend has it that Montague, a.k.a. the Earl of Sandwich was the first to stick some meat [...]

November is Peanut Butter Lovers Month, What do You Like With Yours?

Stu Allen — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:01:10 +0000

November is upon us, and that means it’s Peanut Butter Lovers Month! I count myself as a member of that club, and enjoy a peanut butter and jelly (PB&J) sandwich most days. Peanut butter is a great source of protein and can be used in many recipes. Elvis Presley was known for his love of [...]

October is Spinach Lovers Month

Stu Allen — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 23:06:35 +0000

October is many things, but for spinach lovers it is the month to celebrate the power of this green, leafy vegetable that goes great in salads, sandwiches and many other dishes. Spinach is tasty, loaded with lutein and folic acid and is easy to grow. I grow spinach at home in containers. A discarded tub [...]

Flint Zombie Walk Festivities Celebrate World Zombie Day

Stu Allen — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 23:52:38 +0000

The Flint City Theatre invites you to help celebrate World Zombie Day at the 4th annual Flint Zombie Walk in downtown Flint. Dress your best, best Zombie, that is and get ready for a day of creepy fun! Registration begins at 9 a.m. at the Flint Masonic Temple at 755 S. Saginaw. Cost is $10 [...]

How are You Celebrating Squirrel Awareness Month?

Stu Allen — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 23:56:27 +0000

October is Squirrel Awareness Month. Really. Here in the state of Michigan we have plenty of squirrels. If you have a bird feeder, you are probably aware that a couple of squirrels can Hoover up $20 worth of bird seed quicker than a politician can tell a lie. We have several squirrels in our neighborhood. [...]

Spread a Little Romance on Love Note Day

Stu Allen — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 23:40:20 +0000

Often times, it’s the little things that keep the romantic fires burning. This one is easy. Today is “Love Note Day.” When was the last time you wrote a love note to your sweetie? A good love note doesn’t have to be long. It doesn’t have to be poetic. It’s just a little reminder that [...]

This is Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week Please Don't Duct Tape Us to the Wall

Stu Allen — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 21:40:20 +0000

The third full week of September is set aside as Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week. As a substitute teacher for the last 12 years, I know firsthand that this is a group that doesn’t always get a lot of love. The teachers we fill in for and the administrators and staff are always glad to see [...]

Today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day

Stu Allen — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 20:54:38 +0000

Today is International Talk Like A Pirate Day. Arrrr! September 19th is annually the day to talk like a scallywag of the high seas. But why? The founders of this whimsical holiday say that it’s just to have fun. There is a website that is all about this day, and it is chock full of [...]

Today is 'National Senior Citizen Day'

Stu Allen — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 21:21:02 +0000

August 21st is “National Senior Citizen Day.” A day of growing importance as our population ages. Older Americans are living longer and fewer people are having children, so seniors are making up a larger percentage of our population. Our seniors are a treasure because they’ve already been through all the stuff we’re going through, and [...]

Tomorrow is 'Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbors' Porch' Night

Stu Allen — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 23:24:22 +0000

If you planted zucchini in your garden, you probably have more than you know what to do with. You’ve already made zucchini bread, put it in salads, cooked it on the grill (my favorite way to eat it!). Someone has come up with an unofficial “holiday” to help rid you of your excess zucchini. August [...]

Embrace Your Inner Geek, and Define a Higgs Boson [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 03:32:03 +0000

Today, Friday the 13th, is Embrace Your Geekness Day. Nothing screams "geek" like the scientists and researchers at Fermilab, the top particle-physics facility in the United States. However, they recently made a stunning announcement. They say they have almost certainly discovered enough evidence to prove the existence of a Higgs Boson.

Not sure what a Higgs Boson is, I could have read the Wikipedia entry, but I thought it would be more fun to ask around here at the radio station. See what everyone said after the jump.

Today Is National French Fry Day – Video Recipe For McDonald's French Fries [Video]

Steph — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 17:10:16 +0000

Today is National French Fry Day, and I can think of no food more deserving of a holiday! Most folks would agree that McDonald's has some of the best. If you want to know the secrets behind their great taste watch the video recipe after the jump.

Cute Toast Is Hot New Food Trend [VIDEO]

Steph — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 12:00:21 +0000

Are you thinking about what you might fix for breakfast this weekend? How about some cute toast? It’s the hottest new trend in food right now. See what it’s all about after the jump. &amp;amp;lt;br /&amp;amp;gt; &amp;amp;lt;a href=”http://now.msn.com/now/About_msnNOW.aspx?videoid=4ca3b9d3-9e51-c58a-c4e7-4361a8f1faaa&amp;amp;amp;src=v5:embed:syndication:&amp;amp;amp;from=shareembed-syndication” _mce_href=”http://now.msn.com/now/About_msnNOW.aspx?videoid=4ca3b9d3-9e51-c58a-c4e7-4361a8f1faaa&amp;amp;amp;amp;src=v5:embed:syndication:&amp;amp;amp;amp;from=shareembed-syndication” target=”_new” title=”The latest trend in food art is cute toast”&amp;amp;gt;Video: The latest trend in food art [...]

Mother of Boy Locked in Washing Machine Appears on 'Today' [VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:23:17 +0000

Sakia David, the New Jersey mom whose one-year old son was locked in a washer, appeared on NBC's 'Today', and boy is she AGITATED!

She hopes to PRESS charges against the boy's babysitter, a woman named Sandra, who is the girlfriend of the boy's father. Baby Daddy is currently in jail.

Celebrate Three Holidays Today

Steph — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:25:45 +0000

Relax! You don’t have to fix a big dinner, or put up a tree. No gift giving or greeting cards are required. But we do have three holidays going on today. Happy Arbor Day! This day is all about celebrating the beauty of nature and to plan for the future of our forests. Kiss [...]

It's 'National Name Yourself Day' – Would You Change Yours? [POLL/VIDEO]

George McIntyre — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:24:49 +0000

April 9th is ‘National Name Yourself Day’ which is an opportunity to change your name to something you like better, albeit for only 24 hours. Are you happy with your name? Take the jump to take our poll. I was stuck with the name ‘George’ because it’s my father’s name. According to my mom, no [...]

How Will You Celebrate 'National Peanut Butter & Jelly Day'?

Stu Allen — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:22:45 +0000

April 2nd is “National Peanut Butter & Jelly Day,” a day to celebrate the iconic American lunch staple. Personally, I eat a PB&J sandwich just about every day, unless I make a meatloaf. Find out more about this wacky holiday! Legend has it that the PB&J became popular during World War II, when soldiers would [...]