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Happy 53rd  birthday, “Monday Night Football”. Tonight in 1970, the now iconic NFL broadcast premiered on ABC – The Browns beat the Jets 31/21.

Are you tracking your sleep? Apps and devices to monitor biometrics are becoming ubiquitous, including a Pokemon version. “High-achieving sleepers playing over a few nights might see a “shiny” Pokémon appear on their app—a rare treat with no tangible in-game value besides bragging rights.” (WSJ)

Are these institutions worried about declining enrollment? Ten of Michigan’s 15 public universities will automatically admit high school graduates with a 3.0 or higher GPA.  The universities include Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, Ferris State, Lake Superior State, Northern Michigan, Oakland, Saginaw Valley State, University of Michigan-Dearborn, University of Michigan-Flint, and Wayne State. (Michigan Radio) Continue reading “Keener Today – September 21” →

Today in 1967, Arlo Guthrie releases Alice’s Restaurant, his 18 minute recounting of adventures in Stockbridge Mass, where an arrest for littering, if the story is to be believed, ultimately disqualified him from the draft. The song became the basis for an Arthur Penn film of the same name, starring Arlo as himself.

Starting Sept. 25, people can request four free tests per household courtesy of the government. Officials say the tests are able to detect the latest variants and are intended to be used through the end of the year.

Hazel Park’s Mike Sterner writes, “ The entire NFC North division lost this week. The Detroit Lions will be fine.”

Americans’ views of the political system have reached new lows, according to a Pew survey that found near-record distrust of government and disgust with both parties. (Axios)

Goodbye free “Tweets. Elon Musk says X will charge users ‘a small monthly payment’ to use its service (Techcrunch) Continue reading “Keener Today – September 20” →

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Today in 1952, “The Adventures of Superman” starring George Reeves premieres in syndication in the US. Reeves would become so identified with the role that the one-time character actor in “Gone With the Wind” found it hard to find work afterward. The circumstances surrounding Reeves’ death spawned the 2006 film, “Hollywoodland” starring Ben Affleck.

The Dodgers beat the Tigers, 8-3 in LA. Bill Maher and Drew Berrymore backtrack on returning to the airwaves after backlashes. Rides reopened after black bear captured at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. JPMorgan Chase is committing $200 million to help local developers revitalize Detroit neighborhoods..

The power of power-naps– As little as 10 minutes can recharge you. Here’s what the latest research suggests.

This month, Milwaukee’s Holler House tavern and bowling alley marks its 115th anniversary, proudly holding the title of the nation’s oldest bowling establishment, as affirmed by the U.S. Bowling Congress. It was established on September 13, 1908, by “Iron Mike” Skoronski Continue reading “Keener Today – September 19” →

Happening today: The Detroit Auto Show continues through September 24 at Huntington Place (The old Cobo Hall). The City of Madison Heights celebrates the grand opening of the new Civic Center Complex today from 5:30-7:30pm at 300 W 13 Mile Rd. Downtown Streets, Detroit’s largest food truck event happens today from 3-7pm at 600 Woodward Avenue.

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On September 16th, 1972, the Spinners followed Aretha Franklin’s advice and switched from Motown to Atlantic Records. The label promoted “How Could I Let You Get Away,” but we DJs discovered the flip side and “I’ll Be Around,” (YouTube) with Bobby Smith on lead became a massive hit, selling seven million copies. They enjoyed eight chart hits while on the Atlantic label. The late great Ric Allen contributed to this remembrance. Continue reading “Keener Today – September 16” →

The first United Auto Workers strike since 2019 hit The Big Three automakers last night. More than 12,900 workers walked off the job at Ford’s Bronco plant in Wayne, Stellantis NV’s Jeep Wrangler plant in Toledo and a General Motors Co. plant in Missouri.In September 2019, almost 50,000 hourly workers, including temporary staff, went on strike at 31 GM factories and 21 other sites in nine states. After nearly six weeks of striking, negotiators from the union and the company reached a labor contract in October 2019. GM CEO Mary Barra is hopeful for a quick resolution to the current walkout.

Meanwhile, the North American International Auto Show continues in Detroit through September 24. After three days of forums and pressers, The “Public” show kicks off tomorrow at Huntington Place convention center, the former Cobo Hall. Here’s what you’ll see. Continue reading “Keener Today – September 15” →

Today in History:

1910 – At its second conference, members of the Niagara Movement and National Negro Committee chose the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) as the name for their merged organizations and elected its first officers. Continue reading “Keener Today – May 30” →

Today we remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Continue reading “Keener Today, May 29” →

From the late 19th century until the turn of the millennium, the corner of Michigan and Trumbull served as the hallowed ground for the Detroit Tigers, witnessed historic events, and left an indelible mark on American sports. Continue reading “Exploring “The Corner”” →

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In April, 1906, the first Yellow Pages appeared in the Detroit Telephone Directory. Michigan Bell and Western Electric Warehouse still stands on Oakman and Woodrow Wilson, now owned by the Neighborhood Service Organization helping the homeless and is a rehab center.

The Tigers are 0 for 3 against the Rays. They play the Astros tonight at 8:10 Continue reading “Keener Today – April 3” →