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Friday, March 22, 2013


Rachel Ryder's husband is a vegetarian, so they don't have any meat in their house. When they go out, though, Rachel likes to order steak. Do YOU also have the challenge of not knowing how to order your steak at a restaurant? Let this website be your guide!

Congratulations to April of Jackson. She won a weekend prize package to enjoy two things in Jackson this weekend- the Root Doctors Blues concert at the Michigan Theatre and the Home Expo at Jackson County Fairgrouds! Find out what else is going on locally here.

The Ella Sharp Pool will be closed this summer, but people in our community could help in a fundraising effort to bring up the building, showers and pool itself up to usable standards.

If you missed the Plugged in Movie Review this morning, find out more about that 4 1/2 out of 5 rating for family friendliness that The Croods received.


Thursday, March 21, 2013


Congratulations to Laurie from Jackson! She's the winner of a $10 Subway gift card. Today is the Feed-a-Friend 1-day food drive at Subway locations across Jackson County. Just bring a canned food or non-perishable food item, drop it off and Subway will get that into the hands of a local food bank.

Having trouble falling asleep at night? You could count backwards by 3s from 300, keep the lights dim or keep your room cool. Get more advice here.

Should your employer get monthly weight updates from its employees? Find out more about one organization who is doing just that, and fining employees who don't comply.

Have you ever been asked to give your zip code when making a store purchase? Here's why you might want to just say no and keep that information to yourself.

There's a lot of decisions to be made in Jackson: Northwest is talking about bond issues, there's a possible reconstruction project for Fourth Street and that Jackson debate over city-wide trash collection. If you've got your own prayer requests, you can share them in our Prayer Room.

Craving those Cadbury Creme Eggs? Here's how to make your own at home!


Wednesday, March 20, 2013


Science Fair projects aren't what they used to be. One student just won a prize at his for creating a machine that can detect asthma. Another student simply lined up popular beverages with baggies to show how much sugar each container had. See the image below- striking.

How long can you enjoy food items past their posted expired date? According to one man, up to a month! He's taking steps to get those foods to sell at lower cost.

If you're wanting to get into a healthier lifestyle, consider this kind of resort vacation.

Sidewalk Prophets are in need of your help! They need merchandise volunteers for their table at Winter Jam this Thursday in Ypsilanti. Email band@sidewalkprophets.com if you're interested in helping.

JJ Heller wrote the song Who You Are to deal with the topic of pain that's not often talked about in our churches. Get some more insight into this song and how it can be an encouragement of faith here.

 

 


Tuesday, March 19. 2013


Congratulations to Merideth from Horton. She won a $10 Subway gift card. Find out more about the Feed-a-Friend Food Drive going on at Subway this Thursday here.

This morning the New Music Release took a peek at the new worship album, Love & Worship from Seventh Day Slumber. Also out today, a new album from Darlene Zschech, called Revealing Jesus.

We could soon see a-la-carte cable channels if Verizon's plan works out.

If you haven't already completed your taxes, here are some simple tax mistakes to avoid to ensure your refund goes through correctly the first time.


Monday, March 18, 2013


Been thinking about whether or not to send your kids to camp this summer? Here's a recent article that talks about some of the benefits of the kid's camp experience in today's world.

On Saturday, Dr. Scott Watterson's office in Jackson will host a Dentistry from the Heart event this Saturday, offering first-come, first-served dental services.

March Madness is here. Not sure about your sports knowledge or ability to figure out who might have the best chance to winning? Get some bracket advice here. If you're like Rachel, you accept all the help you can get.







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  • There are no songs like Christian songs that speak to your heart and inspire you as you go about your day. I especially like the a.m. show with Rachel Ryder. She always says interesting things and plays lots of great music.
    Barb in Jackson