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Michigan Amber Alert System Keeps Kids Safe Year-roundThe state's nonprofit works with law enforcement and Michigan Association of Broadcasters to bring missing kids home safe, and it relies on public awareness. |
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Potato Salad Recipes for Memorial Day Picnics and PartiesLooking to jazz up your version of this family favorite? Try out these six tasty spins on the ultimate summer side dish. |
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College Student Fakes Kidnapping to Dodge Telling Parents About Bad Grade19-year-old Aftab Aslam received a failing grade in English for the second time and was so afraid to tell his parents, he went to great lengths to hide. |
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Craft Product Preview: Martha Stewart Crafts Jewelry for Plaid, Part 1 (Supplies)Get ready for graduation season – and any other tween or teen parties your family has this summer – with these DIY jewelry-making supplies. |
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Parents Take Children's Problems into Their Own HandsThese two 'vigilante' moms (and a few dads) illustrate the saying 'I'd do anything for my kid.' Would your 'Mama Bear' instinct prompt you to do the same? |
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Preparing Your Family for Severe Weather in Southeast MichiganThe massive tornado that devastated Moore, Okla. on May 20 is a reminder that being ready for bad weather during our own tornado and thunderstorm season is imperative. |
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Gifts for Tweens and Middle Schoolers They'll Actually LikeMake a big impression with cool gifts for that impossible-to-buy-for kid. We found these trendy presents for your teenager so you don't have to. |
Head behind-the-scenes for some fun extra photos of Hannah, 5, of St. Clair Shores, our very 'classic' looking southeast Michigan CoverKid for May.
Check out the money-inspired cover outtakes from the April issue of Metro Parent, featuring southeast Michigan CoverKid Ava of Fraser.
Browse this month's cover outtakes, featuring local CoverKid Saahil – and his imaginary friend!
Find tons of education and school help for southeast Michigan families – and much more – in this issue. Plus, meet our CoverKid: Preston of Oakland County!
Ring in the New Year with these cute winter pictures from the January cover shoot, featuring southeast Michigan CoverKid Jessica.
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Top Bike Trails in Southeast MichiganThese paths not only provide a natural cure for boredom, they offer the perfect opportunity to get your family on the fast track to a healthier lifestyle. |
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Southeast Michigan Farmers Market and Community-Supported Agriculture GuideLooking for local fruits and veggies? Metro Parent's 2013 list covers farm fresh produce from farms to CSAs, from Detroit to Ann Arbor and beyond. |
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Memorial Weekend Events in Southeast MichiganFamilies can celebrate the holiday weekend with parades, festivals and activities for all ages May 23-27, 2013. Here are highlights for parents and kids! |