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Spring Arrives Today – Still Playing Tricks On Us

J. Patrick — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 12:55:03 +0000

It will officially be spring today, but just a few days ago I snapped a picture of the backyard, so I could use it for ideas for spring landscaping. Saturday morning I realized that the approaching spring had played a trick on us again.Saturday morning turned the approaching spring back into what sure looks like [...]

Rod's Sure Signs Of Spring On A Cold Sunday Morning

Rod Prahin — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 09:33:34 +0000

I have the bug. I guess you could say I have a mild case of spring fever. That’s because I have noticed two signs of spring.The first sign. Have you noticed that our good buddy ‘daylight’ seems to be hanging around more? Daylight sooner in the morning and later in the afternoon. By the way [...]

Did You Miss The Early Spring Prediction From Punxsutawney Phil?

J. Patrick — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:59:45 +0000

Just in case you missed it over the weekend with the Super Bowl distractions, we received some good news from Punxsutawney Phil, the famous groundhog.Look for an early spring! Phil did not see his shadow and that is good news for us! According to the belief, if the groundhog sees his shadow on the second [...]

Spring Temperatrures Continued Above Average Trend

J. Patrick — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 14:08:36 +0000

It was the mildest winter here that I could ever remember, and if you liked the winter temperatures, you probably loved the spring conditions which again gave us above average temps. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says this spring is the warmest that we have seen since record-keeping began in 1895. [...]

Your Spring Planting Can Help The Salvation Army

J. Patrick — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 12:10:47 +0000

Wojo’s is partnering with the Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary to help provide support for social service programs. Here’s how you can make a difference when your ready for spring planting: There are 2 special shopping days that Wojo’s will contribute 10% of your purchase to the Salvation Army, Friday June 8th and Saturday [...]

'Spring Goes On' – Art Exhibit in Lapeer

J. Patrick — Wed, 02 May 2012 11:49:08 +0000

Looking for a great local art show? Here’s one for you! The Lapeer Art Association presents “Spring Goes On” beginning May 15th through June 16th . It’s an all-media, all-gallery exhibit. For more information phone 810-667-3632, or online at www.lapeerart.com

The Downside Of Spring – Townsquare Media Flint's Smoking Lounge!

J. Patrick — Thu, 05 May 2011 12:04:11 +0000

I'm not a fan of winter, but one of its most admirable qualities is that it covers up the mess of the smokers. Pictured below is the "smoking kettle" outside our building. During the winter it is mostly covered with snow and the cigarette butts are lost in the white splendor, but come spring this is what we have to look at and smell.

Waiting…..Waiting….Where Is Spring?

J. Patrick — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:35:26 +0000

I mentioned weeks ago that I had taken the Solstice out of storage and was preparing for a spring/summer of fun driving. The little blue convertible has been sitting in the garage almost four weeks now, and has barely moved. Oh yes, there was that 83 degree day on a Sunday afternoon three weeks ago that I was able to get it out and take it for a spin through the "Hot Dog Stand" in Grand Blanc, but other that that, we wait.....and wait, for some real spring-like weather.

The Calendar Says "Spring"

Stu Allen — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:58:35 +0000

The calendar says that we are nearly a full month into Spring, but most of us in Mid-Michigan aren’t feeling it. Today’s forcast calls for up to 2″ of snow accumulation and perhaps some freezing precipitation later tonight and into tomorrow morning’s commute. High temperature today will have to struggle mightily to reach 40. Historical [...]

Man Wins Fight Against City for 'Flower Potty' [VIDEO]

Jeremy Fenech — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 14:22:44 +0000

Spring is in the air, and I am itching to get my garden all prepped and ready to start planting flowers. My wife loves the bird feeder and bird bath I bought for her. She even loves the solar powered lights that kick on at night. How would she respond if I told her I was going to put in a 'flower potty?'

Springtime In Michigan

Stu Allen — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 12:37:13 +0000

The calendar says it’s Spring, but it also says it’s March. A winter storm continues as of this posting to dump snow, sleet and freezing rain on our area. Many schools closed, and numerous traffic accidents and power outages resulted from the lousy weather. The forecast calls for cooler than normal conditions through the end [...]

Spring Is Officially Here! (Almost)

Stu Allen — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 21:24:36 +0000

We’ve managed to survive a really long winter. Lots of snow and cold with little relief. Sunday evening at 7:21 the Vernal Equinox, or Spring officially arrives! At the Vernal Equinox, we get 12 hours of both daylight and darkness. As we inch closer to summer (June 21), we will start getting a little more [...]

Punxsutawney Phil Has Competition In The Very Large Form of Willard Scott

Rod Prahin — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:05:25 +0000

Ok..Whether you believe in the whole Groundhog thing or not, it makes for lots of TV coverage Feb 2nd.Wildlife Prairie State Park in Illinois, is looking to give the little rodent some competition. They’re bringing in the big guns, former NBC weatherman and former Ronald McDonald, Willard Scott, for a Groundhog Day celebration. While Phil [...]