Posts Tagged 'Fun Fact Friday'

Most people are familiar with the iconic image of The Renaissance Center in Detroit. The landmark is often times shown during sporting events held in the Motor City and is the image often associated with…

  It’s officially May – the sun is shining, the mercury is rising and everyone is finding reasons to abscond outside for a few more minutes each day. For college students, the beginning of May…

Each spring, we are reminded of how precious Mother Nature truly is by celebrating Earth Day and Arbor Day. During this time, many individuals, myself included, pledge to help the environment by turning off lights,…

It’s common for Chicago to be referred to as the “Windy City,” but how did it get that name? Next time you’re walking downtown, you may think the strong wind that steals your hat and…

Last week, Chevrolet unveiled its redesigned flagship family sedan, the Impala, at the New York Auto Show. With an all-new look and upgraded technologies, the new Impala is hardly recognizable from the days of old….

After months of anticipation, baseball season is finally here. America’s favorite pastime has deep roots here in the Midwest, especially in Chicago, home to one of baseball’s oldest rivalries. However, Chicago’s two baseball teams share…

  It’s officially spring in the Midwest, and the recent wave of high temperatures is a warm welcome to many of us. Believe it or not, it’s been warm enough to send some beach-goers to…

A previous post of mine talked a little about General Motors’ involvement and many initiatives in support of our military, such as establishing a military discount and sponsoring Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans, a…

Chicago is full of rich history and traditions, and, on March 17, an army of “Chi-rish” will line the streets for the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade, visit their local Irish pubs and watch as…

Have you ever heard of a holiday many people celebrate, yet you aren’t quite sure what they are celebrating? Pulaski Day is one of those holidays for me. Until recently, I didn’t have a clear…