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!!!  For Sale !!!17169 Diane Dr, Davisburg, MI  -  1994 Modular Home Priced to Sell $39,900.00  -   Comps $89,900.00 1994 Modular Home, Move-In Condition 3-Bedrooms, 2-Bathrooms Central Air Deck and Shed All Appliances Stay Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer & Dryer are all 1 Year Old HWH – 3 Years Old This spacious double wide modular home sits in a quiet trailer park in a rural area of North Oakland County Michigan.  Though it is in a rural setting it is conveniently located; it is near major thoroughfares and freeways and it is close to shopping, restaurants and entertainment.  Living with a country feel with the amenities of city life make this a must see.  Priced way under the market value, move in and have immediate equity.See Our Current Inventory At:  http://www.metroplusre... 06/08/2023

Celebrating Those Who Give…Thank You, Cheryl Whitfield, of the Fallen Warrior’s Memorial Larry and I make a point of stopping by the Fallen Warriors Memorial several times a month.   As we do on every patriotic holiday, we were there this past Memorial Day. There were flags everywhere. In fact, one gentleman we saw carried a large U.S. flag as he walked through the memorial. The flowers bordering the memorial proudly shouted red, white, and blue.   On this day, we were honored to meet Cheryl Whitfield, founder of the National Memorial Ladies, and the force behind the Fallen Warrior Memorial.  While Ms. Whitfield did not lose a family member to the war, her mission with the memorial was to “honor the fallen from Texas who gave their lives in the war against terrorism in Iraq and Afghanis... 06/08/2023

Moving to The Villages 12 years ago one thing I learned was The Villages doesn’t have their own fireworks display.  Fireworks are a big deal to me I’m sure due to my childhood and the family going to the football field and watching them.The annual hunt for fireworks started including an overnight trip to Saint Augustine to stand on the bridge and watch them, highly recommend the trip.  Leesburg just to the south has them which were nice, once watched them from a boat on Lake Harris, Wildwood is doing them just to the west of The Villages and now Lady Lake to the east of The Villages is doing their first!  Closer to time I will be giving locations and dates of fireworks close by and it looks like you might get to take in 3 or 4 shows locally, maybe starting on July 1st.  It isn’t the foo... 06/08/2023

Join in celebrating World Ocean Day 2023 on June 8 in Silicon Valley from Santa Cruz to San Francisco to San Jose, Calif. A variety of free and fee events, from beach clean-ups to ocean tours to film festivals occur during the week of World Ocean Day in Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties.The World Ocean Day motto is "One Ocean, One Climate, One Future-Together!"In Santa Cruz County, visit Seymour Marine Discovery Center to learn more about the ocean and its creatures, and even join in beach clean-up. In San Francisco County, go to Ocean Beach, Stairwell 17 across from the Golden Gate Park to participate in beach clean-up. A beach clean-up occurs also at The Aquarium of the Bay, as well as exhibits on how humans affect ocean health, dissection of an alb... 06/07/2023

Gaithersburg Farmers Markets, June 8 & 10 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!     CASEY FARMERS MARKET 810 South Frederick Ave   OPEN MAY - NOVEMBER Thursdays 11 AM - 2:30 PM ____________   CURRENT CASEY MARKET VENDORS   SEE OUR FULL SCHEDULE OF FOOD TRUCKS HERE!   D's Smokehouse: Let's Lunch@Casey this week with delicious dishes from D's Smokehouse BBQ! See the full season's food truck calendar here.   Bread & Cupcakes: Fresh breads, hearty soups, and tasty treats.   Maryland Health Connection: Connect with healthcare professionals and learn about eligibility and enrollment requirements for private health insurance and Medicaid.   Saints Row Brewing: Locally crafted beers and fresh roasted coffee beans produced at their Fulks Corner lab.   Scenic View Orchards: Local honey, apple cider, produce -- ... 06/07/2023

On behalf of the State Department, while working with the Ambassador for the United States of America, my daughter presented awards to many U.S. Diplomats and members of the Military for missions and work that they did in many parts of the world. She is very happy in her new position. I am proud of my daughter. She is a strong woman. We talked this afternoon about where she got her strength. She left me speechless, when she told me most of her strength came from being raised by a single mom and having had her years of experience from Wyonegonic Camps in Denmark, Maine. I know Father's Day is coming up, but to hear my daughter appreciate what I did for her, without assistance or charity, touched me deeply. I know that somewhere in the universe he is up there, proud of the woman she has b... 06/07/2023

Code Red Air Quality Alert in MarylandNearly all of Maryland is under a Code Red alert for unhealthy air quality Wednesday as smoke from wildfires in Canada has blanketed the air. Conditions are expected to remain hazardous on Thursday, the National Weather Service said.Poor air quality will continue through Friday, along with reduced visibility due to the wildfire smoke, the agency said.The amount of smoke in the air makes it dangerous for people with respiratory diseases to be outdoors.People with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teens should take these precautions: Avoid strenuous outdoor activities. Keep outdoor activities short. Consider moving physical activities indoors or rescheduling them. Staying indoors as much as possible Keep your windows closed Use an air ... 06/07/2023

Every personal injury case involves complex legal issues, often requiring expert testimony to prove liability and damages. Experts in their respective fields play a critical role in personal injury cases.According to the personal injury lawyers at Roberts | Jeandron Law, the testimony of expert witnesses may help support your claim. Since they have specialized knowledge and insight into various aspects of a case, they could be instrumental in winning your lawsuit.What Is an Expert Witness?In a personal injury case, an expert witness is a professional who has specialized training, knowledge, and experience in a particular field. They are called upon to testify in legal proceedings to help the court better understand the facts and issues in a case.Expert witnesses provide an unbiased and ... 06/07/2023

Where There's Fire There's Smoke The wildfires in Canada are causing a lot of destruction and its effects are being felt across the Eastern part of our country. Here in New England, the smoke has made its presence known, and the air quality has been terrible. On any given day there is the smell of burning wood in the air. This evening, we had an overcast sky, and the haze was heavy. At 5:30 we had a most unusual view of the sun through the haze. What should have been a typical sun getting ready to set, but not for another couple of hours was an orange ball. Mother Nature can't be pleased with the effects of the fire on her sky. Where There's Fire There's Smoke   Edward (Ed) SilvaBroker Associate Serving Central Connecticut Sellers and Buyers My BlogEmail MeEdSilvaCTrealestate.com C:  2... 06/07/2023

!!  Price Reduced  !!HOT!!  4229 Le Erda St, Flint, MI  HOT!!Fire Sale!! $9,900.00 Large Single Family Home Full Basement, Partially finished, 2-Car Garage Sunroom Needs a full rehab The fire damaged the NW corner of the house which includes an upstairs bedroom and the kitchen Solid neighborhood Investors Welcome!!! This home had a fire in one of the upstairs bedrooms and the kitchen.  The repairs are more than the owner can handle.  After it’s repaired it would be a great property for a homeowner or it could be a good long-term rental.  Motivated seller – Bring All Offers!!!Contact:  Roy Frank at:  (248)762-0806 rrfrank11@gmail.comPresented by: Metro Plus Realty, LLC, PO Box 1388, Highland, MI 48357 06/07/2023

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YOU ARE NEVER TOO OLD TO LEARN! ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE FLOWER MOUND POLICE DEPARTMENT"Recently we concluded our Citizen's Police Academy Class with our graduation ceremony. Our residents enjoyed hands-on experiences with our different divisions and specialized units such as recruiting, training, narcotics, K-9, Traffic, SWAT/CNT, Patrol, Dispatch, and Criminal Investigations." Congratulations  to our graduates of FMPD CPA Class #40! Patricia Feager left bottom center. Group, front row third from the left, bottom photo shows the more graduates.  "The Mission of the Flower Mound Citizen Police Academy AlumniAssociation is to promote understanding between the community andthe Flower Mound Police Department, and to aid and assist thepolice department, the Town, and the citizens in promoting ... 06/06/2023

 GREETINGS COMMUNITY,  MUSIC IN THE PARK IS BACK! It’s that time of year again, so grab your lawn chairs, tell your friends, and get ready forsome summer fun. Your favorite bands and food vendors are returning for another installment of Music in the Park.Below is the schedule for this upcoming MIP.  Look out for weekly updates. This week's band is "Sound Decision" Last week it was very crowded, so get there early and there will be food trucks and ice cream.  Open to all ages and come on down and have a great time with friends and neighbors.  These Sunday afternoon shows are getting very popular!   06/06/2023

With so many options of great places to eat I do have a few special places to celebrate major life events.  Here we go, Harry’s Seafood in Ocala, Legacy at Nancy Lopez Country Club at the north end of The Villages and Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill at The Brownwood Hotel and Spa at the south end of The Villages.I have shared about Harry’s and Legacy in the past so let’s talk about Wolfgang Puck at Brownwood.  This from their website:“A Fresh Perspective WOLFGANG PUCK KITCHEN + BARThe Brownwood Hotel & Spa offers one of the most recognized names in the culinary world, Chef Wolfgang Puck. Enjoy his unique twist on an American bar and grill with global-inspired cuisine and a lively atmosphere just around the corner from Brownwood Paddock Square. Pop in for a casual lunch, take items to-go, or... 06/07/2023

Where There's Fire There's SmokeThe wildfires in Canada are causing a lot of destruction and its effects are being felt across the Eastern part of our country.Here in New England, the smoke has made its presence known, and the air quality has been terrible. On any given day there is the smell of burning wood in the air.This evening, we had an overcast sky, and the haze was heavy.At 5:30 we had a most unusual view of the sun through the haze.What should have been a typical sun getting ready to set, but not for another couple of hours was an orange ball.Mother Nature can't be pleased with the effects of the fire on her sky.Where There's Fire There's Smoke 06/07/2023

Wordless Wednesday…Who the Heck Are You? Many of you may know that Larry and I monitor several bluebird boxes at Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve and our own home. Here are the 5 beautiful bluebird eggs as of May 22.   Bluebird eggs take 16 to 20 days to hatch so we checked on the box on June 4. What doesn't belong in this picture??  We think it is a brown-headed cowbird egg. Long story short…mama Cowbird lays an egg in any available nest and then leaves to follow her food source. She does not return. The host mama bird incubates and feeds it. (See, it happens in the bird world too) We think the bluebird egg is under the babies but not sure.  We returned 7 hours later and were once again surprised.  We aren’t sure what happened to the cowbird egg but it certainly is interesting observing mot... 06/07/2023

Greetings,Community of Eagle Ridge!It’s that time again, the 4th of July parade is around the corner, so set your calendars.To make this parade successful, the committee needs your help! Student and Parent volunteers are needed.This has become a very popular annual event here in Eagle Ridge.  Volunteer with the kids, or have them volunteer.  Come out and show your patriotic pride and enjoy a wonderful time with family and neighbors.  This year promises to be especially well attended.    06/06/2023

Future First 18-Hole Disc Golf CourseCommunity Meeting Tonight Montgomery Parks will hold a community meeting from 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6, at the National Capital Trolley Museum in Colesville to share information about a proposed disc golf course at Northwest Branch Recreational Park. The planned disc golf course at Northwest Branch Recreational Park will be the first 18-hole course in Montgomery Parks.At the meeting, details will be provided about the project including how disc golf will activate the largely undeveloped park and complement the National Capital Trolley Museum.Disc golf is similar to traditional golf, but instead of clubs and balls, players throw discs into baskets located at each hole.The National Capital Trolley Museum is located at 1313 Bonifant Road in Colesvill... 06/06/2023

Magnolia James Boutique in Auburn not only offers a collection of clothing for every age, but top quality materials and fabrications. Magnolia James strives to showcase southern, sophisticated style through meticulously curated merchandise. They seek to bring women a fashion forward, carefully compiled collection of clothing.  They are located at 1957 E Samford Ave in Auburn, AL. For more information please visit their website. NOT FOR SALE.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for sale in Auburn, Homes for Sale near me, Houses for Sale Opelika, Luxury Homes for Sale Auburnwww.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate 06/07/2023

Melt Sandwich Shop is expected to Open in Auburn in the first part of 2024. The proposed location is at Samford Trace on East Samford Avenue, across from Auburn High School. They expect construction to begin in early July.Melt serves up a mix of modern takes on toasted sandwiches, hamburgers, sides, salads and appetizers. They also serve vegan and gluten-free options. Customers can enjoy a wide a range of drinks including Adult Capri Suns (pina coladas,) Necessary Evils (domestic beers) and craft beers on tap.The 2,800-square-foot restaurant will feature a full bar, a covered patio, board games and an area out front for the lawn game cornhole.Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Best Auburn Realtors, Best Opelika Realtors, Relocate to Auburn, Move to Auburn, Homes for ... 06/06/2023