The 17th
annual UHY Cares Texas Holdem charity fundraiser took
place on February 12th at Petruzzello's Banquet Center in
Rochester, Michigan. Luckily this year, the weather
cooperated and the event was another huge success. The
event raised over $31,700, and the winner of the event
(besides the charity and the people it supports) was Jeff
Hoover. Thank you to
Steve McCarty and the entire UHY Cares team who put
forward this competition fundraiser every year. And a
special thank you to all the sponsors and
players who always show up for the great annual event.
A
word from UHY CEO
Steve McCarty:
"Our
17th annual Texas Hold 'Em tournament in memory of
my brother Danny was another smashing success! We had nearly
200 players, spectators, and generous sponsors
raising over $31,700 for many families in need and
various local charities. At UHY LLP, Certified
Public Accountants, we believe in giving back to
our community and we are grateful for support of
so many."
Dateline: Vegas
Baby, Vegas!
The
McCarty Metro had their annual Vegas Baby, Vegas trip in
January. Most of the regular cast was back in sin city,
along with some newbies for their annual trip. In all, 11
people made the trek, including McCartys Steve, Kelly,
Larry, Rick, Dennis, Austin, Brad, Chris, Dana, and
brother from another mother, Robert, along with some other
friends. There are a few photos on the site, but all other
records of the trip have been locked in the vault under
the legal precedent 'What happens in Vegas, stays in
Vegas!'
Dateline:
McCarty Metro Pigskin Pickem Winner Crowned
Well,
Super Bowl 60 was played and I am pretty sure if the Lions
were in the game, they would have beat either team.
But the Seattle Seahawks did beat the New England Patriots
in a defensive showdown. Congrats to our season 15 Pigskin
Pickem winner, Rambo, who lead at different times in the
regular season, but came back from 4th place and ended up
winning the whole thing by 15 points. We had 58 players
during the season, and 56 who qualified for the playoffs.
Thank you to our players for taking time the last 5 months
to play along this year. I really appreciated it, and it's
nice to see we had more players this year than ever
before! Check out the final standings on the Pigskin
Pickem page at http://www.mccartymetro.com/pickem.html.
The McCartys host this wholesome comedy page on YouTube,
Instagram, and TikTok. They make videos to make the world laugh a little more.
Audri loves being the star of the show and Braxton - well, he’s going to have a lot of questions when he grows up. The also enjoy creating content to help businesses highlight their products and services.
There is now even an animated series
with the family.
Currently,
The McCartys are top 25 in the US and are also in the top 50 in views world wide, and they have over
16.6 million subscribers and over 24.3
billion (yes with a 'b')
views. Just since our last McCarty Metro
edition, the McCartys have added another
300,000+ subscribers, and their videos
have been watched another 800,000 times. Congrats to Kevin, Stephanie, Audri and Braxton on this great feat. If you haven't seen their posts yet, download the TikTok and YouTube apps and search for themccartys and subscribe, or visit
https://www.youtube.com/@TheMcCartyfam
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THEMCCARTYS
VERIFIED TikTok @themccartys
OVER
16.6 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS ON YOUTUBE
OVER 24.3 BILLION VIEWS ON YOUTUBE
Here are some recent travel destinations from our readers...
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McCartys from around the country flew into Las Vegas for their
annual Metro trip
Amanda McCarty spent some time in France with her dad Barry
and brother Kyle
The McCarty brothers drove down and flew into FLA for their
annual spring break trip
.
Did you travel recently? Send us your destination and pictures to
mccartymetro@gmail.com
Dear Editor: I have an Easter morning question: When a child cries because he can't find his Easter basket, when should a parent tell the child where it is?
-Bad Easter Bunny, West Michigan
ED NOTE: You
don't want to let them off too easy, so I would
say sometime between them throwing a full blown
tantrum, and the first signs of infestation of
mice, cockroaches (unless they play music), or
other vermin.
Dear Editor: Since Punxutawney Phil saw his shadow, winter will not be over until mid-March. I have no reason to doubt Phil ever. Do you ever doubt him?
-Undoubtedly, Hudsonville, Mich.
ED NOTE: While
Punxatauney Phil on occasion has been wrong, a more
impressive record goes out to his international cousin,
Paris Pierre! The only difference is when Pierre comes out
on February 2, he saw his chateau!
I appreciate
you stopping by and would like to hear your questions, comments, or editorials.
Just submit them anytime during the month to mccartymetro@gmail.com
for inclusion in our next issue.
Pepperoni Pizza Tacos
Crispy shells. Cheesy fillings. Pizza flavor in every bite.
If you’re craving something fun, bold, and packed with flavor, these Pepperoni Pizza Tacos are the perfect fusion of taco night and pizza night.
They’re easy to prepare, family-friendly, and fully customizable with your favorite toppings!
Ingredients:
• 8–10 taco shells (hard or soft, based on preference)
• 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 1˝ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
• Optional toppings:
o Sliced black
or green olives
o Diced
peppers (red, green, yellow)
o Crushed red pepper flakes
o Fresh basil or oregano leaves
Directions:
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Preheat the Oven: Set oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easier cleanup.
Prepare the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Add chopped onion and cook for another 3–4 minutes until softened. Drain excess fat.
Add the Sauce: Pour in the pizza sauce, stir to coat the meat mixture evenly, and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Assemble the Tacos: Arrange taco shells upright on the baking sheet. Spoon the meat mixture into each shell. Sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese and top with slices of pepperoni.
Bake to Melt Perfection: Bake the tacos for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the shells begin to crisp.
Finish & Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with any optional toppings, and serve immediately. Great on their own or paired with a fresh salad or dipping sauce.
Chef’s Tip:
Brush taco shells lightly with olive oil before baking for an extra golden crunch. Want a spicy kick? Add a dash of hot sauce inside each taco before baking.
You can submit videos by sending it to
me, send me a link, or uploading to YouTube and sending me the
info to mccartymetro@gmail.com
Flaming
Hot Chips
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PLEASE
PRAY FOR OUR METRO FAMILY AND FRIENDS
.
.
.If you know
someone who could use our prayers, please email me at mccartymetro@gmail.com.
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GONE
BUT NOT FORGOTTEN - THOSE WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY
SINCE THE LAST EDITION
Sidney Kibrick, 97, actor (Woim from Our Gang).
Glenn Hall, 94, Hall of Fame ice hockey player (Chicago Black Hawks, Detroit Red Wings, St. Louis Blues), Stanley Cup champion (1952, 1961).
T. K. Carter, 69, actor (The Thing, Punky Brewster, Runaway Train).
Bob Weir, 78, Hall of Fame musician (Grateful Dead) and songwriter ("Sugar Magnolia", "One More Saturday Night"), complications from cancer.
Wilbur Wood, 84, baseball player (Boston Red Sox, Pittsburgh Pirates, Chicago White Sox).
Phil Goyette, 92, hockey player (New York Rangers, Montreal Canadiens) and coach (New York Islanders), four-time Stanley Cup champion.
Demond Wilson, 79, actor (Sanford and Son, The New Odd Couple, Me and the Kid) and author, complications from cancer.
Catherine O'Hara, 71, actress (Schitt's Creek, Beetlejuice, Home Alone), Emmy winner (1982, 2019).
Billy Bass Nelson, 75, Hall of Fame bass guitarist (Parliament-Funkadelic).
Chuck Negron, 83, singer (Three Dog Night), heart failure and COPD.
Lee Hamilton, 94, politician, member of the U.S. House of Representatives (1965–1999) and vice-chair of the 9/11 Commission (2002–2004).
Mickey Lolich, 85, baseball player (Detroit Tigers, San Diego Padres, New York Mets), World Series champion (1968).
Sonny Jurgensen, 91, Hall of Fame football player (Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins), NFL champion (1960).
Brad Arnold, 47, singer (3 Doors Down) and songwriter ("Kryptonite", "Here Without You"), renal cell carcinoma.
Tracy Scroggins, 56, football player (Detroit Lions).
Shelly Desai, 90, actor (Men of a Certain Age, Here Comes the Boom, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia).
James Van Der Beek, 48, actor (Dawson's Creek, Varsity Blues, The Rules of Attraction), colorectal cancer.
Roy Face, 97, baseball player (Pittsburgh Pirates, Montreal Expos, Detroit Tigers), World Series champion (1960).
Robert Duvall, 95, American actor (The Godfather, Apocalypse Now, Tender Mercies), Oscar winner (1984).
Billy Steinberg, 75, American songwriter ("Like a Virgin", "True Colors", "Eternal Flame"), cancer.
Jesse Jackson, 84, civil rights activist and politician, founder of Rainbow/PUSH.
Eric Dane, 53, actor (Grey's Anatomy, The Last Ship, Euphoria), complications from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Bill Mazeroski, 89, Hall of Fame baseball player (Pittsburgh Pirates), World Series champion (1960, 1971).
Kara Braxton, 43, basketball player (Detroit Shock, New York Liberty), traffic collision.
Robert Carradine, 71, actor (Revenge of the Nerds, The Big Red One, Lizzie McGuire), suicide by hanging.
Lauren Chapin, 80, actress (Father Knows Best), cancer.
Scotty Morrison, 95, Hall of Fame ice hockey referee and administrator, president (1986–1991) and chairman (1991–1999) of the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Neil Sedaka, 86, singer ("Breaking Up Is Hard to Do", "Laughter in the Rain") and songwriter ("Love Will Keep Us Together").
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mccartymetro@gmail.com
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McCartys from around the country flew into Las Vegas for their
annual Metro trip
