Daylight Saving Time hits metro Detroit harder than other parts of the country

In just a few days, we spring forward. Hundreds of millions of Americans will lose an hour of sleep. But for many of us here in Michigan, the impact of that change may hit even harder than it does in other parts of the country.

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Why the loss of sleep during Daylight Saving Time hits metro Detroit harder than other parts of the country

That’s because of something most people never think about: where we sit inside our time zone.

New parents Jim and McKenzie are looking forward to the time change.

“(We’re) not too concerned about the baby. He’s only two and a half months old, so he’s not into much of a routine,” McKenzie said.

“It feels like extra time. You have more options at night or right after work,” Jim said.

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