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TL/DR - The third annual BBQ Showcase was hosted by the American Culinary Federation Upper Michigan Chapter at Marquette Township’s Barrel + Beam. The event, which coincided with Father's Day, featured five tables of unique dishes ranging from Cubanos to spring rolls, with chefs defining their own interpretation of barbeque. Attendees, including…

Discovering the Best Pennsylvania Bar Exploring the local bar scene in Pennsylvania is an experience that never goes out of style. Across America, the best bars have a welcoming atmosphere, whether they are top-notch establishments or authentic local dive bars. With the extensive research conducted by the experts at Esquire magazine, a popular…

TL/DR - The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) passed by President Joe Biden in 2022 has led to a 21% increase in Medicare Part D premiums for Alabama seniors, contrary to promises of lower costs. The law's price-setting provision, aimed at saving government money, has forced insurers to pass costs onto consumers through higher premiums and restricted…

TL/DR - Bob Bauer, a veteran lawyer for the Democrats and personal attorney for President Biden, has questioned the aggressive approach to politics that he has played a part in. In his new book "The Unraveling: Reflections on Politics Without Ethics and Democracy in Crisis," he reflects on the state of American politics and his role in it. Bauer,…