Apparently, the current situation in Michigan today is that it has become almost impossible for businesses to succeed with the current situation of the state’s personal property tax. Further, if this continues, life for the regular guy in the street – the state taxpayer – will become unbearable too. And the lame excuse that is […]
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“Missouri Get Your Business Online” Helps Small Businesses Establish Online Presence
To many, it seems obvious that all modern-day businesses have online presences. However, while 97% of Americans look for local services on the web, only 63% of small businesses have any information available there. So while it may be true that “the nation’s 27.5 million small businesses comprise half the US GDP and create two-thirds […]
Virginia Eartquake Rattles Millions
Hundreds of people took to the streets when a 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck in Virginia, spreading tremors along the East Coast. Though no major injuries or extensive damage were reported, a power plant in Virginia was shut down, and buildings and offices were evacuated as well. Cell phone service was affected by the sudden surge in […]
Ohio Crosses Endangered Species Off the List
Much to the relief of nature enthusiasts in Ohio, the Lake Erie watersnake has been removed from the federal list of endangered and threatened wildlife as a result of over a decade of hard work. Along with the announcement, the Interior Department explained that the state has been working to protect both the species and […]
Wisconsin Recall Elections Disappoint Democrats
Despite millions of dollars and endless work invested by Democrats and union groups, only two Republican state senators lost their seats in recall elections throughout Wisconsin this week. The Republicans have maintained their control of the State Senate, making Gov. Scott Walker victorious despite protests following his move to limit bargaining rights for public workers. […]
Nine Year Old Girl’s Tragic Death May Save Thousands
A 9-year-old girl’s heart-wrenching story has spread across the US, drawing more than $745,000 in donations and supporting clean water for almost 40,000 people. Rachel Beckwith of the Seattle area had a wish to give back for her ninth birthday. She asked friends and family to donate her birthday money to a fundraising page which […]
Is Human Identity Under Crisis from the Modern World?
It seems that the modern world we’re living in is threatening human identity: established ideas of our identities, actions and behavior. According to a book soon to be published by Susan Greenfield entitled, ‘The Quest for Identity in the 21st Century,’ “the human brain – that most sensitive of organs – is under threat from […]
iPhone 4 Survives Skydiving Fall
The iPhone 4 has a reputation as a fragile device; a mere fall from a table has been known to crack the glass. It’s not surprising that Jarrod McKinney of Minnesota was “just absolutely shocked” when his iPhone fell from his pocket while skydiving; and survived! When it fell during a 13,500 feet jump, McKinney […]
Country Singers Perform at Benefit Concert in Texas
With fires scorching 900 acres around Possum Kingdom Lake, country singers have flocked to Texas for a benefit concert in support of volunteer fire departments. In April and May, the volunteers fought powerful wildfires, losing a lot of equipment. According to event organizers, the concert will feature Pat Green, Lee Ann Womack and Stoney Larue. […]
New York’s New Same-Sex Marriage Legislation
This week, New York has celebrated one huge engagement party as hundreds of same-sex couples rush to fulfill their often years-long dreams of marriage following the state’s new bill. Signed by Democratic Governor Andrew Cuomo late last Friday, the same-sex marriage legislation is expected to increase New York’s economy by $284 million. A report by […]