If you have listened to a small number of elected officials in recent years and thought to yourself “they’re saying the quiet part out loud,” because they no longer behave as though they need to hide their hateful ideology, it will come as little surprise to know that political theater is ...

The American Public Health Association invites all to join us in marking National Public Health Week. This year’s theme, “Public Health Is Where You Are,” celebrates what we know is true: The places where we are, physically, mentally and societally, affect our health and our lives. As ...

In Michigan, this month is Autism Acceptance Month, with the key word being “acceptance,” rather than awareness. It’s important to be aware that autism exists, but maybe it’s even more important to accept individuals with autism spectrum disorder. After all, they might be sitting ...

To the editor: My wonderful dear Mountain Man husband passed from Parkinson’s, after still being able to demonstrate his athletic prowess for many years while we managed the disease. Yet Parkinson’s eventually causes a significant decline. I want to express my appreciation for “At ...

For more than 10 years, my wife taught at a small Catholic K-12 school. It was her first full-time teaching job, and was a blessing to us. It’s where she grew personally and professionally, and where our kids began school. I still smile when I think about the family atmosphere at little ...

We were pleased to read from the Associated Press that the Michigan Legislature, led by Republicans, had reached a deal with Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to pass a $4.8 billion mid-year spending plan that will upgrade water pipes, dams, roads and parks. The biggest chunk of that money — ...