August Memories and Mixed Feelings of Summer’s End
A reflective Editors Corner piece recalls a childhood in Miami with hot humid Auguses, summer chores, library trips, swimming lessons, and the role of parents. The author contrasts August misery with September hope, pondering how today’s kids will remember their own summers.
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Free speech under fire in America’s public discourse
A columnist laments the decline in civil dialogue amid social media anonymity and heated politics. Citing a Pew study and figures like Lee Remie, the piece argues free speech carries responsibility and warns of rising rancor, mob mentality, and partisan clash threatening constitutional ideals. Continues to page 24.
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Golf negligence standard reviewed in Bertin v Mann review
In Bertin v Mann the Michigan Court of Appeals held co participants in golf owe a lower reckless standard rather than ordinary negligence. It examined how a golf cart is treated versus inherent golf risks and sent the case for new trial. The piece places the decision in context with Ritchie Gamester v City of Berkley.
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Hearing aids for veterans at VA centers clarified
Veterans Corner explains VA Health Care enrollment required, hearing aids are free with a $50 specialty fee, and aid is income based. Battle Creek and Ann Arbor VA centers administer tests. delays at AAVAMC extend to September or October. authors regret confusion and urge continued flag display.
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