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Explore the pitfalls of payday loans
Published on June 14, 2012
Every consumer should be aware of some truths before taking out a payday loan. -
Manage your children's summer screen time
Published on June 13, 2012
Taking some time at the beginning of summer to set limits about electronics can help keep arguments at bay, and encourage kids to get out and play! -
Soda ban hopes to decrease obesity and diabetes
Published on June 13, 2012
The recent attempts to ban the sale of soda sizes sold may limit the consumption of sugary beverages, which encourages the development of diabetes and struggles with obesity. -
Enjoy the fruits and vegetables of Michigan’s harvest
Published on June 13, 2012
Spring into spring produce – taking advantage of the season’s farmers’ bounty! -
Extreme temperatures can trigger intense emotions in farmers
Published on June 13, 2012
Spring heat wave and hard frosts take an emotional toll on growers, farm workers and families. -
Use the outdoors for excellent learning experiences
Published on June 11, 2012
Youth need to explore the outdoors for sustained and engaged learning that electronics cannot supply. -
Appropriate use of you-messages
Published on June 7, 2012
Avoid using you-messages that criticize or cast blame on another person for how you are feeling. Learn five ways to appropriately use you-messages. -
Save your food budget with summer meals
Published on June 7, 2012
In the summer, many families’ food budgets increase. Care for your child and your wallet by using the summer meal program. -
May is the month to start looking for Michigan-grown rhubarb
Published on June 7, 2012
This fruit is one of the signs that spring is truly here and summer is just around the corner. -
“Keep it clean” for foodborne illness prevention
Published on June 7, 2012
Clean hands, utensils and surfaces are critical in preparing safe food.