One of the things I have always enjoyed about one of my major hobbies — old-timey video games — is the community aspect. I like getting together with some friends and associates who share that and similar interests, and just sitting back, shooting the breeze, and maybe throwing on a few games to play together. The loss of one such friend Oct. 16, 2010 stills reverberates with me to this day, and stands as a reminder of our own mortality. more

Fourth of July festivities have concluded, but that doesn’t mean fireworks season is done — and people who plan to enjoy their pyrotechnics throughout the summer should make a point of being considerate of their neighbors as they enjoy themselves. more

These days, children are learning at a young age that drugs are bad — they skew judgment, they’re addictive, and basically, they can ruin your life. ... more

This has been a pretty eventful summer if you’re a science buff like myself. more

MINNEAPOLIS — Last night’s game was déjà vu of the 2006 season when the Tigers, who lead the division for most of the season, lost out to the Twins at the last possible second. Only this time, … more

Since almost the day we got married three years ago, my wife, Kay, and I have been asked approximately 2,482,042,403 times, “So, when are you going to have a baby?” more

At a pace that would make jet pilots green with envy, the Michigan government introduced, passed, and signed off on “right to work” laws during its lame duck session. Ostensibly, this is to give workers “greater choice” in the matter of their employment, and is such a positive thing that unions and businesses alike should be happy with it, according to Governor Rick Snyder, before he claimed that it will help spur growth of quality jobs in the state. more

Labor Day weekend in Northern Michigan is only days away, and many of us will engage in traditional Labor Day activities—getting out on the water, barbecuing, and waiting in traffic. more

The Christmas shopping season is upon us, and I’m sure many people are stuck in the same quandary I am: what gifts to buy for people. There are always some who aren’t shy about telling … more

Since it is spring, I thought it would be a good idea to start out my spring cleaning by tackling my room. Key word there is “thought.” After I pulled everything off the rack in my closet I … more