The Exponent

05/15/2025

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Yard Sale – 12018 Pink St., Thursday-Sunday, 9am-6pm – Tools, new copper fittings and valves, socket sets, wood table and chairs, generator, gas dryer, Zane Gray hardcover books, Louis L’Amour paperback books, antique roll top desk, antique Maytag ringer washer, patio furniture, toys, clothes.

03/04/2025

Have you ever noticed how the behavior of geese reflects today's political climate? 🦢 Dive into my latest blog post where I explore the parallels between the language of geese and our current discourse. It's an intriguing read you won't want to miss! Check it out here: https://wix.to/NYZFONl

About this time every year, while my little lake is still frozen, the Canada geese come back. Their first order of business is to pair off and make their nests.After their nests are built, they lay eggs. Then they get territorial. They do this by honking, squawking and occasionally chasing after eac...

02/28/2025

New Blog Post

I don’t care if Elon Musk came from Uranus. He’s getting the job done

02/26/2025

It is not too late for these men

It is not too late for these men

02/25/2025

Looking for your views.

Last week I posted the opinion that I think the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, better known as DOGE, is performing a much-needed service for the country. The post, titled “Following the birdsong: A closer look at one USAID program getting cut” includes a video concerning one U...

02/20/2025

New Blog Post

What this old newsman sees when he watches the news

02/19/2025

Latest offering...

Cover of the book «Adventures of Huckleberry Finn» by Mark Twain, 1884. Public domain. OpinionBy Matt SchepelerEvery now and then someone tells me I’m a good writer. I always appreciate the encouragement, but the truth is I don’t want to be a good writer. I want to be a great writer. The probl...

02/15/2025

Should this program stay or go?

Opinion by Matt SchepelerRenay and I enjoy feeding the birds in the winter.While I’m no expert, I’ve gotten to know the birds common to this part of Michigan, as well as some of their personality traits. The pushy blue jay, the friendly black capped chickadee, and the small but mighty tufted tit...

02/07/2025

A radical decision in a turbulent political time. MI lawmaker Laurie Pohutsky chooses sterilization over pregnancy in today’s climate. Dive deep into her reasoning and story here: https://wix.to/DPS1IiG

In the song The Lunatic, an old Pink Floyd classic, the band summarizes that ‘We’ve got to keep the loonies on the path.”Well, it seems they are wandering off. While the craziness in Washington is well-documented, it is hitting closer and closer to home, right here in the fair mitten state.App...

02/06/2025

Who sang it better, Dolly or Beyoncé? Let's settle this debate once and for all! Head over to our blog for an insightful discussion and cast your vote!

I was informed by Nay last Monday that Beyoncé had won the Country Album of the Year at the Grammys.“That’s great. I’m happy for her,” I replied, never knowing quite how to respond to announcements that come out of the blue like that. I know my wife isn’t looking for my opinion so much as...

08/15/2024

Do you want to see fireworks continue in Brooklyn? Take the survey!

Are you interested in seeing the fireworks continue in the Village of Brooklyn? Anyone wishing to have input is invited to complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/v1V5X9KZQfHoqFL47   By Matt Schepeler A group of 10 individuals gathered August 8 at the Brooklyn library to discuss whether or not ...