August, 12 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Nicole Bernacik, University of Michigan Credit Union for this week's Money Monday. Certain old items in your home can be surprisingly valuable, particularly when decluttering. Nicole Bernacik from the University of Michigan Credit Union identifies five categories of such items. First, unopened VHS tapes, especially from blockbuster films of the late 70s and 80s like “Halloween” and “Friday the 13th,” can sell for up to $25,000. Retro video games are another valuable category; rare titles such as “Little Samson” for NES have fetched over $2,000, while a Futurama Xbox game from 2003 sold for about $200. Vintage toys, especially from the 90s, also hold significant value.

August 12, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Andrew McGill, Chairman, Committee for Preserving Community Quality. Pittsfield Township has filed a lawsuit against the city of Ann Arbor to stop the proposed runway expansion at the Ann Arbor Airport, which is located within Pittsfield but owned by Ann Arbor. The expansion, approved by the FAA and Michigan Department of Transportation after an environmental assessment, would extend the runway by more than two football fields, bringing it closer to residential areas. Local residents and a citizens group have opposed the plan since 2009, citing safety issues and a potential tenfold increase in jet traffic as primary concerns.

August 12, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Andy Hetzel, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, for this week's Money Monday. BCBSM has been named the 2024 J.D. Power Award winner as the top commercial health plan in Michigan, ranking number one in all eight categories, including online and mobile capabilities. Highlighting the importance of digital access, Andy noted that a significant number of health insurance members, including over half of those enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans, have registered for secure online accounts.

August 9, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Nick Raterman with Raterman Bread for the new SWEET DEAL. Raterman Bread House and Bistro, located at the corner of Grand Street and Broad in Dexter, offers a relaxed atmosphere with ample outdoor seating, live music, and trivia events. They cater to various dietary needs with gluten-free and vegan options, sourcing fresh ingredients from local organic farms. The menu includes sourdough bread, pizzas, and sandwiches, with notable items like a prosciutto and mushroom pizza and the Figgy Piggy sandwich. The bistro uses Bob’s Red Mill flour for its gluten-free and vegan offerings and emphasizes high-quality ingredients.

August 8, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Alyshia Dyer, Washtenaw County Sheriff Nominee. Alyshia Dyer is poised to become Washtenaw County’s first female sheriff after narrowly winning the Democratic primary by 384 votes. Expressing excitement and pride in her grassroots campaign, Dyer highlighted the positive feedback she received from voters towards the end of her run and her growing confidence as election day approached. She reflected on the anxiety of fluctuating results but acknowledged the impact of her early campaigning efforts. Dyer emphasized that the county is ready for a woman sheriff, countering initial doubts.

August 7, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Lawrence Kestenbaum, Washtenaw County Clerk. In the recent Washtenaw County primary election, 26% of registered voters participated, casting 83,375 ballots out of 324,138 registered voters. The Democratic nomination for Sheriff saw Alicia Dyer narrowly defeat Derrick Jackson by about 384 votes, with Ken McGee securing just under 14% of the vote. No official Republican candidate filed for Sheriff, leading to write-in campaigns by Mark Murawski and Michael Purdy. County Clerk Larry Kestenbaum explained the process for determining the Republican nominee from write-in votes, emphasizing that candidates must meet specific vote thresholds to qualify.

August 7, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Frank Rubino for this week's On The Couch. They discuss the controversy surrounding transgender women competing in women’s sports, focusing on incidents where two female boxers were disqualified from the 2023 World Competition Games due to high testosterone levels. Psychotherapist Frank Rubino voices concerns that allowing biological males to compete against women undermines opportunities for female athletes.

August 7, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dr. Krystin Gregory, Medical Director of Behavioral Health at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Grief is a natural response to significant loss, such as the death of a loved one or job loss, and varies for each individual. Common signs in the first six months include shock, disbelief, anxiety, anger, sadness, and changes in sleep and appetite. Most people recover within a year, but 7-10% may experience complicated grief, which hinders daily functioning. Types of grief include complicated, anticipatory, abbreviated, delayed, cumulative, collective, and traumatic grief.

August 7, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Felishia Bryant, General Manager at Vestergaard Farms, highlighted the farm’s operations during her appearance on the Lucy Ann Lance show. Situated on South Wagner Road in Saline, Vestergaard Farms specializes in raising natural, hormone-free, and GMO-free meats including beef, pork, and chicken. The farm was acquired by Michael Vestergaard from Denmark in 2009 and spans two properties, with plans to develop an educational center and commercial kitchen for events and classes. Their storefront offers fresh meat daily, replenishing popular cuts like T-bones and ribeyes biweekly. Animals are primarily grass-fed, receiving grain in the last two months to enhance flavor.

August 7, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Aaron Kall, Director of University of Michigan Debate / Political Commentator. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has been chosen as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate for the Democratic presidential ticket. In their first rally in Philadelphia, Walz highlighted Minnesota’s values and criticized the Republican view on freedom. Political commentator Aaron Call noted Walz’s solid performance but suggested improvements in his timing and mannerisms. The selection process weighed Walz against Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, with Walz preferred for his ability to energize the ticket without alienating key voters.