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Should A Bakery Be Forced By Law Into Making A Wedding Cake For A Same – Sex Couple? [Video]

Steph — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:00:53 +0000

Same-sex marriage is still a very sensitive issue for many people, but more states are making it a legal option for same-sex couples. Minnesota became the 12th state to do so just this week.

But when it comes to the actual ceremony, should vendors be forced into having to offer their goods and services to same-sex couples? As more and more ceremonies are being performed, it's a question that's being asked. Where do their beliefs fit in?

McDonald's Ready To Launch Three New Quarter Pounders – Hungry?

Steph — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:08:32 +0000

We’ve lost Chicken Selects and the Angus Burger, but McDonald’s has just announced that they will add three new versions of the Quarter Pounder to their menu. They sound pretty appetizing! Chicken Selects have been gone for awhile and it was announced just last week that McDonald’s is discontinuing the 1/3 lb Angus Burger as [...]

Twinkies Will Be Back In Stores By July – Made by Non-Union Workers [Video]

Steph — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:41:36 +0000

America’s favorite snack cake will be back in stores by July, but there’s a catch. Executive vice president of Hostess Brands, LLC, Michael Cramer, revealed late yesterday that the company will resume the production of America’s beloved Twinkie in July of this year. He fully expects the product to hit store shelves in the second [...]

Are We In For Higher Bread, Cereal and Flour Prices Soon?

Steph — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:25:40 +0000

Old man winter just doesn’t want to let go of the mid-west this spring. The snow, rain and freezing temps have been relentless, and those conditions don’t mean great things for the crops trying to grow in that region of the U.S. Wonder what that means we’ll pay more for in the grocery store soon! [...]

Is Facebook Killing Productivity at Work?

Jeremy Fenech — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 19:25:35 +0000

A new survey from TVNZ reveals the top five things that take a toll on productivity in the office. It turns out that Facebook isn’t killing productivity at work. It’s your slow, confused, disorganized coworkers and bosses that are a much bigger problem. The average worker wastes one hour and nine minutes at work every [...]

Meijer the Only Michigan Based Company to Make List Of 100 Fastest Growing Retailers

Steph — Sat, 22 Sep 2012 10:30:45 +0000

It's still a tough economy, and Michigan still struggles more than most states. Unemployment is high, houses are vacant, and a lot of businesses are closed, or survive from month to month. It should really come as no surprise that only one Michigan based business found its' way on to the Hot 100 List as compiled by the National Retail Foundation's 'Stores' magazine.

City Imposes Dog Ban To Help Towns Business District

J. Patrick — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 12:43:50 +0000

There is a motion before the city fathers in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania to ban dogs and other leashed animals in the commercial district of town. City manager Steve Johnson claims that troubles caused by dogs is an endangerment in the town. Breeds like rottweilers and pit bulls are often seen tied to city property and [...]

Walmart Bringing Back Popular Layaway Option For Holiday Shopping

Steph — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 20:00:41 +0000

It's no secret that times are still tough for a lot of mid-Michigan families, and as we all look ahead towards the holiday season, retailers are prepared to do what it takes to get your business. Walmart is no exception, and the giant superstore is bringing back it's interest free layaway shopping option again this year. Get details after the jump.

New Survey Reveals How We Waste Time At Work [Video]

Steph — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 20:30:08 +0000

Youtube We are all at least a little bit guilty of this! You might even work with someone who has made a successful career doing this! I’m talking about wasting time at work! Now, a new survey reveals how we waste that time at work. The new survey, just released today by Amplitude Research, [...]

To Hug, Or Not To Hug At Work? [POLL]

Steph — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 09:30:02 +0000

I work in an extremely casual environment. You can't get much more casual than a radio station! I think that most of us would agree that many workplaces have gotten much more casual in recent years. Having said that, I ask you; do you give hugs at work, or is that a big no-no? Take the poll after the jump.

Ten Brands That Will Disappear In 2012

Rod Prahin — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:33:52 +0000

Looking at this list every year can make you a little melancholy, but at the same time viewing it from more of a positive angle, it's called progress. The only thing on the list that I'm having a hard time with is that Kellogg's Corn Pops are going away, I used to really tear into that cereal when I was a kid. Here's the list for 2012.

Facebook: Good for Business?

George McIntyre — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 22:27:59 +0000

by Rhonda R. Savage DDS There’s no doubt that Facebook participation can be an asset to any business. The question is: How can you use it to promote your products and company, yet be sure your team members are cautious in the way they use it? What should the owner and office manager post? Where [...]