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Barbara Eskridge Talks the Importance of Cancer Screenings and Support

05/14/13

Barbara Eskridge Talks the Importance of Cancer Screenings and Support

This local cancer survivor discusses her own diagnosis and how it changed the course of her life.

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Breast Cancer Receives National and Local Attention Before Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Detroit

05/14/13

Breast Cancer Receives National and Local Attention Before Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Detroit

Actress Angelina Jolie shines light on this disease, while BLAC Detroit Hometown Hero Barbara Eskridge raises local awareness – just in time for the race on Saturday, May 18, 2013.

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Craft Roundup: 'Make It' Your Own Projects

05/14/13

Craft Roundup: 'Make It' Your Own Projects

From a duct tape bag to washi tape flowers, kids put their personalized spin on any of these cool DIY tutorials – or try all four on for size!

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Corporate Connections Looks to Match Small-Business Services with Corporations

05/14/13

Corporate Connections Looks to Match Small-Business Services with Corporations

Women's Business Enterprise Council–Great Lakes hopes to pair small-business services with corporations at two May 2013 events.

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Can Eating Boogers Boost Kids' Immunity to Illness?

05/14/13

Can Eating Boogers Boost Kids' Immunity to Illness?

A Canadian biochemistry professor asks if pathogens from dried mucus have health benefits. A Detroit doctor weighs in on this – and a Swedish study about parents' spit on babies' pacifiers.

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BLAC Detroit Style Gallery: Afro-Cuban

05/13/13

BLAC Detroit Style Gallery: Afro-Cuban

Get ready to rumba with these styles from local boutiques.

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FDA Approves Plan B One-Step 'Morning After Pill' for Ages 15 and Up

05/13/13

FDA Approves Plan B One-Step 'Morning After Pill' for Ages 15 and Up

The emergency contraceptive pill is now available over-the-counter for younger girls. Experts voice support, concern and prevention in complex debate.

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Seen Photo Gallery: VegFest in Novi

05/13/13

Seen Photo Gallery: VegFest in Novi

Check out this gallery of shots from this annual event in Novi, which welcomed NBA champ John Salley.

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Memorial Weekend Events in Southeast Michigan

05/13/13

Memorial Weekend Events in Southeast Michigan

Families can celebrate the holiday weekend with parades, festivals and activities for all ages May 23-27, 2013. Here are highlights for parents and kids!

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How to Save Money for College in Small, Simple Ways

05/13/13

How to Save Money for College in Small, Simple Ways

Saving $25 (or more) every month to put toward your kid's future tuition rates is very doable. Here are 20 steps to help parents get started.

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