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Oh Mother

Local School Leader Said the Cheerleaders Look Like Strippers

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The former assistant principal at Farmington Harrison High School has faced consequences after a highly publicized inappropriate comment.
Oh Mother

Mom Shoos Away Boy from All-Girls Playground Play Date

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A mom asked an advice columnist about how to approach another mom who brought her son to the park during a 'girls only' get-together.
Guides

Things for Families to Do in Downtown Detroit Parks

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Feeling a trip downtown that doesn't include a restaurant or shopping? Look no further than these six downtown Detroit parks for plenty of fun for the kids.
Oh Mother

Mom’s Tweet Makes Son Poster Boy of #HimToo Movement

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Being connected with family members on social media is like living on the edge – and for a former Navy veteran, wound up casting him in an unwelcome viral light.

Top Fun Family Things to Do in Traverse City

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Feeling a trip up north? There are so many family things to do in Traverse City and the nearby area during all four seasons. Try our kid-friendly list of fun.
Oh Mother

Esports May Become Legit Varsity Sport in Michigan High Schools

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It'll be a while, but multiplayer video games may be acknowledged by Michigan High School Athletic Association. It's being met with both cheers and eye rolls.
School Issues

How to Motivate Your Teenager to Do Better in School

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Kid bored and struggling in class? Get high schoolers back on the right track with these tricks to how to motivate your teenager to do better in school.
Oh Mother

Father Arrested for Cramming His Toddler into a Claw Machine

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A father and Massachusetts middle school teacher is facing theft and child endangerment charges after figuring out how to beat the claw machine.
School Issues

Using Smartphones and Laptops in Class Lowers Exam Grades

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College students lost ground when using smartphones and laptops in class, a study says. In Michigan, some educators think the impact is worse for younger kids.
Tweens & Teens

Public Art by Christina Krysiak of Ferndale Wins Mural Award

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Meet talented metro Detroit teen Christina Krysiak, who is one of the 2018 winners of Ferndale's community mural inclusivity contest.
Advice

Shelter Rescue Stats for Adopt-a-Dog Month and More October Facts

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Learn how many dogs find their fur-ever homes for, what finger food is most popular with tots, the number of apple trees in Michigan and more fun Adopt-A-Dog month facts.
Oh Mother

Farmington Hills Seniors Take Epic School ID Photos

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These metro Detroit high schoolers have dressed up as TV and movie characters, celebrities and memes since 2013 – and now #NFID19 is going viral.
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