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Ask Amy: Teen left home in a huff and now mom won’t talk to them until she gets an apology

Dear Amy: A few weeks ago, I ran away from home because I couldn’t get my way. I really don’t want to continue our relationship as a family if there is no communication. – Troubled TeenDear Teen: I want to point out that you and your mom have actually communicated. After you came home, she communicated that she felt disrespected and that she wanted an apology. You can email Amy Dickinson at askamy@amydickinson.com or send a letter to Ask Amy, P.O.

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Kent County Sheriff’s horse ‘Hank’ dies after battle with illness

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of its four-legged members. The Kent County Sheriff’s Office announced Saturday, Aug. 20, that “Hank” of the department’s mounted unit passed away after a long battle with a bacterial disease. In a statement, the sheriff’s office said Hank fought hard against the disease but it was too much for his body’s immune system. Hank has been with Kent County since 2017, after coming from Asbury University in Lexington, Kentucky. Read more from MLiveKentucky Derby draws Kent County sheriff’s Mounted UnitNew horses added to Kent County Sheriff’s mounted unitWest Michigan’s mastodon discovery exciting for researchers, communityThe 12 horses of the Kent County Sheriff’s mounted unitRapid bus system makes route changes after Byron Township axes contractKent County aims to reverse falling childhood vaccination rates

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Owner charged after dog is found with 22 stab wounds

A Georgia man is under arrest in Alabama, accused of stabbing his dog – Hank – nearly two dozen times. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office said the agency was notified Oct. 22 by the Lee County Animal Control that an injured dog had been located in the 20000 block of U.S. 280 in eastern Lee County. Sheriff’s officials said the dog sustained multiple stab wounds to the chest and stomach area, and bruising consistent with being beaten or kicked. According to charging documents against Childs, Hank is a mixed-breed dog who suffered 22 stab wounds. Childs was booked into the Lee County Jail Monday, and released the same day after posting $5,000 bond.

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Hank Aaron provided the homer, but ‘boys from Saginaw’ provided the fireworks

“Those are my fireworks.”In 1974, Broad worked in Saginaw for Nationwide Fireworks, which was owned by Dave Opperman. “Many of the ballparks had fireworks nights, and our job was to set up the fireworks,” Opperman said. One of our clients was the Atlanta Braves.”In 1974, fireworks were a bit more complicated. We did that a number of times, setting up the whole show, only to bring it back down.”The firework setup began in 1973 after Aaron hit No. “And the boys from Saginaw were the ones shooting those off.”MOREBaseball legend Hank Aaron dies at 86

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Residents concerned over safety issue after fallen tree, debris litter Detroit street

DETROIT – A big mess on a Detroit street turned into a big safety concern. The damage wasn’t just an eyesore, but also a potential safety issue for residents. Winchester learned it was a city issue and Detroit city officials were quick to respond, sending a crew out to clean up the large mess and everything left behind. To report fallen trees, potholes, damaged street signs, water issues and more, use the Improve Detroit mobile app. You can get the Improve Detroit app on the Apple Store, Google Play Store or you can report an issue online here.

Boise State football vs. BYU: Time, TV schedule, game preview, score

Wide receiver Octavius Evans #1 of the Boise State Broncos leads the team on to the field prior to the first half against the Marshall Thundering Herd on September 6, 2019 at Albertsons Stadium in Boise, Idaho. 13 Boise State visits BYU in Saturday's nonconference game in Provo, Utah. LINE: Boise State -6.5. Boise State holds a 7-2 series edge with both of BYU's wins coming at LaVell Edwards Stadium (2013, 2015). PREDICTION: Boise State 45, BYU 23More college football scoresCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.

Florida Man Is Arrested After Befriending Gator in His Backyard and Feeding It

You know what happens if you give a dog a bone, but what if you give a gator a bagel? Paul Fortin of Daytona Beach said Hank, the 10-foot alligator that lives in his backyard, is his good friend. Hank has been living in Fortins backyard for three years, and Fortin said he didnt think twice when he uploaded a video of himself feeding Hank a bagel on Facebook. Police showed up at Fortins house to issue him a citation after the video surfaced. RELATED STORIESMeet Wally the Emotional Support Alligator Who Loves Being Kissed and HuggedAlligator Busts Into Home and Causes a SceneMeet Snowflake, a Rare Albino Alligator Visiting Illinois Zoo

Recall, scam and deal of the week (10/12/18)

This week we share an important story on how to survive an attack at work. Recall of the WeekValley Fine Foods is recalling meat and poultry products because they may not be fully cooked. More on the recallScam of the WeekHurricane Michael hit land this week and that means charity scams will hit too. I also talked with Detroit city officials about the water issue and my investigation. Water woesDetroit SchoolsThe School Board voted on water stations to solve the water issue in DPSCD schools.