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Thousands Support “VOTE NO ON PROPOSAL 2” Rally
Governor Jennifer Granholm stops for a picture with one of the march supporters.
LANSING, MI — On September 16, 2006, thousands of diverse people from all over Michigan marched to the state capital building to support affirmative action in a rally/march organized by One United Michigan, the NAACP and other civil rights organizations.
Boys & Girls Club and Boarshead Are a “Perfect Fit”
LANSING, MI — Some students who attend Lansing’s Boys & Girls Club were treated to the play “IF THE SHOE FITS” by Marlene Shelton at the Boarshead Theater.
Mayor Bernero?s Chief of Staff Arrested for DUI
LANSING, MI — Randy Hannan, Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero’s deputy chief of staff, was arrested by Lansing police officers on Thursday, September 21, 2006, for driving while intoxicated.
Ingham County Mortality Rates for Black Babies Close to Third World
Ingham County is one of eleven counties to receive funds to counteract the alarming differences between black and white infant mortality rates.
Michigan Avenue Work Slams Businesses
LANSING, MI — Mounds of dirt and orange and white barrels have taken over Michigan Avenue and its sidewalks. Affixed to the front of bar and restaurant 621, located at 621 E. Michigan Avenue, hangs a banner…
Sept. 26 Expo Connects Job Seekers, Employers
More than 2,000 job seekers are expected to turn out to meet with employers, interview for jobs and network at the Capital Area Michigan Works!’ Fall Job Expo 2006.
EXCLUSIVE TNCP Interview with Obie Trice
An exclusive TNCP interview with the popular hip-hop artist Obie Trice, a Detroit native. Trice talks about his views on alcohol and its presence in his music, on professional and personal growth, and on his thoughts about his home town of Detroit.
Barkley Serious About Alabama Governor Seat
Charles Barkley is not playing around when he says he wants to be the future governor of Alabama. The former NBA player is currently making moves to ensure that he will indeed take over the position as soon as he becomes eligible.
Museum Exhibit Shares ‘Lest We Forget’, Stories of Reshaped Destinies
Lest We Forget: The Triumph Over Slavery" is an internationally touring exhibition at the Michigan State University Museum that offers an inspiring look at the cultural, political, economic, and social practices enslaved Africans developed while enduring the dehumanizing conditions of slavery.