Stu Allen
Linden Summer Happenings 5k & 1 Mile Races Saturday
If you've put off running a local road race because of the recent hot and steamy weather, you should head to Linden this Saturday morning for the Linden Summer Happenings 5k and 1-mile races. Both events start at Hyatt Elementary and travel through the paved bike path at Byram Lake Park.
Oil Prices Hit 8-Month Low, Will Relief Reach Us?
8 months ago, the price of a barrel of crude oil was selling on the commodities market for around $140. Today, the price of that same barrel of oil is just a little above $81. So why are prices at the pump not falling in proportion to the price of oil?
Sloan Museum Auto Fair This Weekend
The people of the Flint area love classic cars. Heck, we built most of them when they were brand new back in the day. This Friday, Saturday and Sunday the grounds of the Flint Cultural Center will be crawling with cool cars.
Flushing Evening 5k Helps Kick Off Flushing Summer Festival
It's going to be a hot one tomorrow night in Flushing as the Flushing Evening 5k run & walk begins a host of activities for the Flushing Summer Festival. The 5k race starts at Flushing High School on Deland Road at 6:15 and finishes downtown just in time for the big parade.
Shelia Allen (Mrs. Stu) Runs 22 Hours Before Elements at Mohican 100 Get the Best of Her
This was my wife's second attempt at running 100 miles. Last year, she and Jeff Lewis of Otisville, and Peter Healey of Fenton made it to the 60 mile mark of this challenging trail race in central Ohio. Shelia would surpass that distance this time.
New Meat Substitute Tastes Just Like…
I'm a healthy eater, and although I'm not a Vegan or even a Vegetarian, I have tried most of the meat substitutes that are available to consumers. While some were at least tolerable, most were as bland as the tofu they were made from. A new product
Run as Lady Liberty & Break A World Record Saturday in Canton
As part of the Canton, Michigan Liberty Festival, you have a chance to take part in a World Record for the most runners dressed up like the Statue of Liberty.
Clio Celebrates 75th Annual Firemen’s Homecoming Festival
Enjoy a "hot" time in Clio this weekend with the 75th annual Clio Firemen's Homecoming festival. Carnival rides are already open for business at Firemen's Park at the corner of Wilson and Saginaw roads. The festivities continue through Saturday.
Tomorrow is Flag Day, Will You Be Flying the Stars & Stripes?
Tomorrow is June 14th, which by Presidential Proclamation is Flag Day. The proclamation has been issued every year since 1941 as "a day to honor America." June 14th is also the day when the Stars & Stripes were officially adopted as the flag of our country
Burger King’s Bacon Sundae, Will You Eat One?
Burger King is revamping their menu and adding several new sandwiches made from pork, beef and chicken. A summer bar-b-que theme seems to be happening there. That includes dessert. Burger King will now give you a chance to add bacon...to your ice cream sundae.
Get Muddy! Save Money! Here’s How to Save $20 on Mud Factor
Cars 108 is proud to be a part of Mud Factor, a national obstacle mud running series coming to Millington's Baja Acres on June 30th. Join us for the Cars 108 wave which takes off at 10am and we can save you $20 on your entry fee.
Shelia Allen (Mrs. Stu) Attempts Mohican Trail 100 Mile Run This Weekend
My wife has been training for this race since last year. Last year, she decided late in the game to attempt to run the Mohican Trail 100 mile race. She only made 60 miles in that attempt. When you can put "only" and "60 miles" in the same sentence, you either have lofty goals or insanity runs in your family.