Celebrating Women’s History Month: One Woman, One Show


Valuable Learning Experience:   Bettye Thomas-Gilkey began the Black Traveling Exhibit after visiting the Charles Wright Museum in Detroit.  It became her model and motivation to continue the legacy of educating others about the wealth of contributions given by Black Americans.  Photo by Susan Allen

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As I See It 7-3

Michigan’s Vote: Democrats Should Stand for Enfranchisement

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JAMIE FOXX AS MIKE TYSON? Boxer said he has spoken with Oscar winner to portray him

Former heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson is trying to bring his life story to the big screen and says he wants Jamie Foxx to step into the title role.

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Her-Stories: Women Raised Their Voices and Were Heard

Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame is located at 213 West Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI.  Their newest history exhibit is “Ladies of the Lights:  Michigan Women in the U.S. Lighthouse Service”.

For hours and other exciting exhibits call 517-484-1880.

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News Briefs 7-3

Lansing Dietetic Association 27th Annual Food & Fitness 5K RUN/WALK Event Benefits Greater Lansing Food Bank and Celebrates Fitness, Fun & Family

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Program Offers Discounts on Telephone Service to Low Income Customers

Don’t  let your phone service be one of the first casualties of your quest to save money.  Assistance may be available.

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Celebrating Black History: A Cut Above, Barber on a Mission

African American businessman offers laughter, conversation and advice at an affordable price to all who seek it… but most of all he gives back to the community that he serves

Barber Shop Lessons:  Mo Ogden is a making history in one of the oldest professions to provide African American males opportunity for entreprenuerism.  Here Mo shows Rami Marsh his new haircut. He also offers advice on how to stay well groomed by giving the Shabazz visitors new hair brushes. Photo by Dr. Eugene Cain

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A Rally for Oliver Towers Set: As Foreclosure Figures Surge

 

Homeless and Hurting:  “I’m doing the best that I can.  I’m making it day by day.  In 2008, my goals are to get  a job and a new guitar from White Brothers,” said  Steven Morrison as he sat on a cold bench on the corner of Allegan and Washington Avenue. TNCP Photo

Rally For Affordable Housing

February 20, 2008 at 12:10 pm at Oliver Towers at the corner of Ionia St. and N. Capitol Ave.  The group will then move on to the plaza at City Hall.

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Jazz Sensation Coming to the Cadillac Club

     LANSING, MI —  Promoter Danny McDaniel is bringing Brian O’Neal to the Cadillac Club on February 29, 2008 at 9:00 p.m.  This will be an extraordinary opportunity to see jazz at its best.

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