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Jewish-Americans celebrate ‘Thanksgivukkah’

By Mariya Gefter · Sunday, Dec. 1, 2013

Grab your turkeys and latkes, because this year was the first time in 125 years that Thanksgiving and Hanukkah fell on the same day. The blogosphere has dubbed this day “Thanksgivukkah’” in honor of both holidays, but the holiday received mixed reviews.

Big Sean performs Wednesday night at the Convocation Center in Ypsilanti.

Detroit native Big Sean hits the EMU Convocation Center stage

By Ashley G. Terrell · Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013

Big Sean, one of the most popular artists in hip-hop since his debut album in 2011 “Finally Famous,” returned to his home state to perform at the Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center on November 20th, bringing his North American tour to a close. On Dec. 2nd, he will start the leg of his European tour until Dec. 18th.

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The Food Scoop: Bake fierce gingersnaps

By Anna Hinkley · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday, and unlike Christmas, I don’t have to worry about finding the perfect present for anyone. Without the pressure of romance, or the lack thereof, it’s much less stressful than Valentine’s Day. For Thanksgiving, all I have to do is bake a lot of desserts: apple pie, pumpkin pie, cheesecake and my favorite, gingersnaps.

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Learn to cook tasty pumpkin soup

By Leaha Dotson · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Planning a Thanksgiving dinner takes a lot of work and time. Many people want to keep the Thanksgiving dinner spread traditional. This year my family and I are trying a new dish that keeps the traditional flavors in a different way – we’re adding pumpkin soup with crumbled bacon and toasted pumpkin seeds.

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La Fuenta tasty, but doesn’t offer much else

By Joe Israel · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

The battle for Mexican restaurant supremacy rages on. With a plethora of eateries in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area offering quality Mexican dishes, it’s hard to decide who will emerge as the frontrunner. Enter La Fuente.

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Donation jars: A crafty way to help others

By Sarah Williams · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and the best home cooked meal imaginable. It’s also a time to remember what you’re thankful for and the wonderful things and people you have in your life. But many people may not have as much to be thankful for.

Katie's Craft Corner: Ball Mason Jars

By Katie Remski · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

In the past few years, Ball Mason jars have been elevated from a humble jelly container to the hottest thing in crafts and decorating. No longer just for Grandma’s famous bread and butter pickles, Mason jars are used for holding everything from flowers to cocktails, painted a rainbow of colors and wrapped in everything from lace to twine.

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Put the ‘giving’ in Thanksgiving — volunteer

By Daizchane Baker · Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013

Sometimes it seems like the true meaning of Thanksgiving has been forgotten and only the good meals are remembered. Thanksgiving is more than eating good food – it’s about reflecting on what you are thankful for and spending time with loved ones. Also, Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season.

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Skin care tips for dudes

By Joe Israel · Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013

Zero hour is upon us. Winter is almost here, and Jack Frost will be out in full force. Skin care in the winter time can be a pain, so I’ve compiled a list of five great skin care tips to make sure that the sexy is preserved and your situation is moisturized.

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Volunteer to give thanks

By Leaha Dotson · Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2013

Thanksgiving is a time to give back and share with those around you and to be truly thankful for what you are blessed with. A favorite Thanksgiving memory of mine is a volunteer neighborhood dinner, clothes and food drive I use to help with.

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Julez DeShetler and Queso Tone catch up after a short hiatus due to illness and someones birthday. The pair talk about their semesters and the final big events of the year, the Eastern Echo Media Gala and Rock The Patio. The latter playing host to Eagletainment's very own Queso Tone as a musical performance, with the shows closing act Anthony Roperti a former guest of the show. 

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