Opinion
editorial: University of Michigan's next president will need rare combination of qualities
Posted: Jun 16, 2013The University of Michigan faces a major challenge in the coming months as it searches for a new president to replace Mary Sue Coleman, who will retire next year. Read more »
OPINION: More police on the streets needed to make downtown safer
Posted: Jun 16, 2013Dear Ann Arbor, I have lived in your city for nearly two decades...However, I'm concerned about your welfare. Read more »
Column: And the thunder rolled... Nature's display has inspired many artists
Posted: Jun 14, 2013Incredible as it seems I know there are people who actually can sleep through a such as passed through here Wednesday night. But why would you want to? At its most prosaic a thunderstorm is ... Read more »
OPINION: Future relationship of China, U.S. will be delicate dance for the countries
Posted: Jun 13, 2013China and the U.S. remain the major players as some argue the 20th century belonged to America even as China owns the 21st. Will these arguments stand the test of time? Read more »
Column: Humor can be crucial for police facing emotional trauma
Posted: Jun 13, 2013Some of the Top-10 laughs in my life have come at some of the worst possible moments. If you follow a cop closely, you would find that they laugh at the strangest things and often when others would be revolted. Read more »
Editorial: New district represents best hope for the school system Ypsilanti deserves
Posted: Jun 09, 2013Last week marked the end of two Washtenaw County school districts with proud traditions. Willow Run, a district indelibly linked with the World War II can-do spirit of Rosie the Riveter and the planes produced ... Read more »
Column: Baa baa black sheep have you any wool? 'Innocent' lambs are capable of plotting mischief
Posted: Jun 07, 2013From the vegetable garden you can look south to the back pasture and see the lambs grazing in the now tall, lush grass. The epitome of innocence and gentleness; you’ve heard the expressions attributing their ... Read more »
column: Police need thick skin when the joke's on them
Posted: Jun 06, 2013One has to have a "thick skin" to be a successful police officer. An officer will fall prey to verbal onslaughts, embarrassment and criticism and that is often before they leave the station. Read more »
Column: How now brown cow: Milking expertise learned from 'school of hard knocks'
Posted: Jun 03, 2013It is a commonality amongst milkmaids and dairy men that the proper position when hand milking includes resting ones head against the flank of the cow. This is perceived as a loving gesture by the ... Read more »
OPINION: Financial benefit of digital billboards on school property comes with aesthetic cost
Posted: Jun 02, 2013The changeable messages that are viewed by students and drivers cannot be controlled or regulated due to First Amendment constraints. Read more »
editorial: Community taking smart approach by addressing pedestrian and bicycling issues
Posted: Jun 02, 2013Recently, members of the public were invited to weigh in on the "Reimagine Washtenaw" initiative, a proposed remaking of the corridor that may include things like new "buffered" bike lanes and pedestrian improvements. This multi-jurisdiction ... Read more »
OPINION: U.S. relationship with China could prove most important of 21st century
Posted: May 31, 2013As the Who's-Who of Michigan's; top business professionals, government leaders, corporate CEO's, entrepreneurs and veteran regional champions gather this week on Mackinac Island for the annual Detroit Regional Chamber - Mackinac Policy Conference - they ought to be looking over their shoulders. Read more »
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