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Grocery shopping on a budget for healthy foods
Published on May 17, 2012
Grocery shopping on a budget can be a challenge especially when you are trying to buy healthy foods. Learn tips and tricks for shopping and still eat healthy. -
Avoiding blaming "you-messages" can enhance communication
Published on May 16, 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. -
Caller ID spoofing: What you should know
Published on May 16, 2012
Callers can deliberately falsify the telephone number and/or name relayed as the Caller ID information on your phone to disguise the identity of the calling party. -
Bank overdraft policies can make a small purchase into a big expense
Published on May 16, 2012
Government agencies are taking a look at bank overdraft fee policies, their use and their fairness. -
Quality youth programming matters
Published on May 14, 2012
Youth who are given access to afterschool programs are not only given the opportunity to better themselves – they are also better equipped to put back into the community that provided for them. -
Listening is a powerful relationship-building tool in families
Published on May 14, 2012
When we listen, we encourage others to talk about what is important to them. -
Raising caring youth - Character Series Part 5
Published on May 14, 2012
Explore strategies to help children grow into caring adults. -
Climate change may be putting your home at risk
Published on May 14, 2012
Warming temperature patterns driven by climate change will grow wildfire risks dramatically. -
Northern Michigan cottage owners can protect their property from wildfire damage
Published on May 14, 2012
Property owners should take time to survey their buildings and grounds to make them more wildfire resistant. -
Problem-solving skills are an important factor in academic success
Published on May 11, 2012
Parents and caregivers can ensure their children's success by teaching and modeling effective problem-solving at home.