Monday, December 10, 2012
Post your views on the proposed right-to-work legislation by contributing to the Local Voices section of Birmingham Patch.
Do you have an opinion on the proposed right-to-work legislation? Then we would like you to let everyone know about it by sharing it on Birmingham Patch. All you need to do is add your opinion — it could be as short as a sentence or as long as a term paper — to our Local Voices section. We know you have opinions on the proposed legislation. On the Birmingham Patch Facebook page, residents and readers debated the legislation in an active comment stream. While comment on Facebook is easy, submitting a Patch blog is just as quick: just click here and post your opinion — it's that easy! Whether you are for or against the right-to-work bills, we would love for you to share your voice with the Birmingham community.
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Hey Birmingham: We're looking for people to blog for us. If you have something to share—ideas, opinions, expertise, witticisms—let us know.
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Michigan's 28 Patch websites are looking for bloggers to write about the Detroit Lions as the countdown to the 2012 season opener begins.
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Thursday, August 2, 2012
Can’t wait for the Detroit Lions’ season to kick off Sept. 9 at Ford Field against the St. Louis Rams—much less the preseason opener against the Cleveland Browns on Aug. 10? Do you know the words to the Lions’ fight song, “Gridiron Heroes?” Do you bleed Honolulu Blue and Silver? Then we would love you to share your passion for football and the Lions by blogging on Patch! Patch would love to hear your opinions and views as the Lions try to return to the playoffs after last year’s 10-win season. Blogging on Patch is easy to do—just click here to get started. Bloggers will reach thousands of daily Patch users and will have access to our sophisticated platform to share make observations about the Lions, vent frustrations and celebrate …
Friday, September 9, 2011
Hey Birmingham: We're looking for people to blog for us. If you have something to share—ideas, opinions, expertise, witticisms—let us know.
Your Birmingham Patch is looking for bloggers, and strong community voices are needed. Are you passionate about something in Birmingham? Contact us. Whether it's food, family, education, government, business, social issues, shopping, running or hamster training techniques— if it's your thing, we'd like you to consider blogging for Patch. Anyone may apply. Moms, dads, grandparents, favorite aunties, shopkeepers, baristas, dog trainers, business owners, nonprofit organizers, and government officials—here’s a chance to share your expertise and your voice. Don't be shy! Get in touch with us about your idea. We want to hear what you have to say. Patch bloggers are not paid and will own their content. So, if you are already blogging and want to …
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Every week, Birmingham Patch highlights the best of our local bloggers.
During the past few weeks on Patch blogs, the Townsend Hotel and Rugby Grille announced big news last week, the Chamber of Commerce looked ahead to the coming school year and community members discussed issues big and small. Rugby Grille to host Celebrity Chef Tour: Big news for the Rugby Grille and fans of Birmingham's dining scene. The restaurant will host the national Celebrity Chef Tour Sept. 22 to benefit the James Beard Foundation, featuring a variety of local culinary superstars. Guest celebrity chefs Aaron Butts from Joseph Decuis in Roanoke, IN and David Gilbert from the Forest Grille in Birmingham will be collaborating with The Rugby Grille’s executive chef Jim Bologna to create a memorable six-course meal with appropriately …
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Every week, Birmingham Patch highlights the best posts from our local bloggers.
It was a busy week in blogging at Birmingham Patch, with contributions on everything from tips on simplifying your life and creating gourmet cold soups, to a report on the latest addition to Birmingham's store of community art. Montage piece sign of community pride: Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce President Joe Bauman writes about the latest piece of community artwork, the Birmingham Montage. Sponsored by the chamber and various other cultural institutions around town, the work is housed at the Art & Frame Station and spotlights various aspects of the Birmingham community: The Birmingham Montage highlights many of the longstanding businesses that serve the area, as well as highlights local landmarks and pays homage to historical …
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Every week, Birmingham Patch highlights the best of our local bloggers.
Have you ever wanted to know how the city of Birmingham works? How about the national government? City Manager Bob Bruner answers a reader's request about how the Birmingham Principal Shopping District (PSD) works this week's blog post for Patch, while around-the-town blogger Clinton Baller shares a New Yorker article about the current fight over the national debt ceiling. Spilling the beans on the PSD: What is the Principal Shopping District? Who is a member? How do they fit within the structure of Birmingham city government? What do they do anyway? Bruner answers your questions in his latest blog post all the while encouraging others to send in their questions or concerns: Thanks for the question and keep them coming. Please send your …
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Every week, Birmingham Patch highlights the best of our local bloggers.
It was a quiet week on the blogs, although Birmingham Patch bloggers had weighty topics to discuss. From the challenges of leading a quality restaurant to the importance of "cause marketing," our bloggers had a lot to say on the importance of doing what's right. Chefs make it better: Rugby Grille chef Jim Bologne discussed the challenges of being the best chef, restaurant manager and family man he can possibly be, all the while challenging his readers to reflect on the ways they can be innovative in their own lives. The moment you rest on your laurels the competition swoops in and steals your business away. If you are on top of your game the customers will come back. If not, they’re gone and you’re left wondering why you closed your doors…
anarchyst
2:59 pm on Tuesday, December 11, 2012
I was FORCED to "join" a union merely by being accepted for employment at one of Detroit's larger companies. While employed by this company, I was able to perform work in-house" that had previously been contracted out. My employer decided to reward me for my cost-saving initiatives with a "raise". When the "union" found out about, they ordered the company to rescind the raise (which the company … more ›