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TL/DR - The Fillmore Bar & Grill in Dexter, Michigan, announced it was closing on its last day of business in 2023. The restaurant, previously known as Terry B’s, was bought by Coley and Nicole O'Brien in 2017, who invested in it and renamed it the Fillmore. The building has a longstanding history, originally being Cousins Heritage Inn…

TL/DR - The article discusses how immigration to the U.S from Mexico has become a political issue. A rising number of migrants from Central America and other parts of the world are entering Mexico, with the intention of moving to the U.S, leading to increased political tension between Mexico and the U.S. The Mexican government is under pressure…

TL/DR - The article discusses the importance of maintaining good health in retirement, highlighting that health care costs can significantly impact a retiree's financial stability. The author notes that according to Fidelity, a 65-year-old couple retiring today can expect to pay around $315,000 on health care, excluding additional costs of…

TL/DR - Several Chicago-area hospitals have reinstated mask mandates due to the rise in respiratory viruses and new recommendations from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). At least four health systems, including more than 20 hospitals, have implemented partial or full mask mandates, particularly in patient care areas, especially…