Patricia Hubbell

Planting trees is one of the easiest and most sustainable ways to positively affect the environment.

Back in the day, almost every residential Detroit street was lined with big elm trees that formed shady, green tunnels. That’s why Detroit was once called “The…

Graceful Elm trees once lined the streets of Detroit, forming vaulted tunnels of shade through most neighborhoods. But that all changed when the Dutch Elm…

When Fall rolls around each year, I think of bursting colors from changing leaves, cooler temperatures, and the rapidly approaching holidays.

I have, like most people, always had a slight fear of bees. It's no secret their stinging reputation precedes any benefits they may provide!

All of us in metro Detroit are suffering from this summer’s extraordinary heat and humidity. During the hot weather, it is especially important to stay hydrated…

Sitting can be hazardous to health, but don't underestimate the power of a good walk during your workday.

Let’s face it: Many of us don’t do the greatest job managing our personal finances. A recent Freakonomics blog post discussed the woeful state of most Americans’…

Sometimes people need motivation to exercise and stay physically active, particularly during the gray winter months. Maybe that’s why more than 2,200…

Exercising in the winter can be challenging, especially if you live in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The snow, ice and bitter cold keep many people from venturing…

Free clinics are the unsung heroes of the health care safety net. They help people who have nowhere else to turn. When I stopped by St.

In Michigan, drowning is the No. 2 cause of accidental death for children ages 14 and under. In urban areas like Detroit, Lansing and Grand Rapids…

The Tour de Troit is back! There are plenty of good reasons to pump up your tires, strap on your helmet and head to Roosevelt Park in Detroit this Saturday…