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Choose a reliable rental car

June 13, 2014
Choose a reliable rental car

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan State Farm Insurance Agency. Price is an important factor when choosing a rental car, but it’s not the only one. Also consider the following to find a vehicle that will keep you safer as you travel. Check the Safety Ratings Before committing to a car, request the specific make and model information…

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7 common driving distractions

June 6, 2014
7 common driving distractions

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan State Farm Insurance Agency. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that each day in the United States more than nine people are killed in crashes involving a distracted driver. Texting while driving is one of the most dangerous driver distractions, but it’s not the only one. Here are seven other unsafe habits to avoid:…

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Dry fly fishing season is upon us

June 5, 2014
Dry fly fishing season is upon us

For the Love of Fishing. A blog by Sean McDonald. June is the time for dry fly fishing on our local rivers, like the Pere Marquette, the Little Manistee and the Sauble. The Gray Drake Mayfly Hatch is now in full swing. Every night since Memorial Weekend we have had excellent spinner falls of Gray Drakes. Timing is important when…

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Is there lead in your tap water?

May 30, 2014
Is there lead in your tap water?

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan State Farm Insurance Agency. Your drinking water may not be as safe as you think — especially if your home has lead plumbing. Corrosion in your home’s plumbing and water-supply system can allow lead to leach into your tap water, exposing your family to potential health risks every time they take a…

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Fishing on the Big Lake is picking up

May 23, 2014
Fishing on the Big Lake is picking up

For the Love of Fishing. A blog by Sean McDonald is brought to you by Frontier Communications. High speed Internet starting at $19.99 a month. www.frontier.com; 1-888-770-6869. Fishing on the Big Lake is picking up! We are seeing our first spring kings show up on the traditional time- the weekend after Mother’s Day. The water is still very cold for this…

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