Important News Spotlight: Michigan Group Develops Bed Bug Resources for Communities and Citizens

  In response to public anxiety and increasing reports of bed bug infestations in Michigan’s metropolitan areas, the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) has developed a Web site and a comprehensive manual aimed at educating renters, homeowners, facility managers, and other government agencies about the best practices for bed bug prevention and control.

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Important News Spotlight: Pertussis Exposure in Ingham County

A child who attended Grandparents University at Michigan State University (MSU) was diagnosed by their physician with pertussis (also known as whooping cough).

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News Spotlight – Michigan Dept. of Agriculture Warns Food Establishments of Phony Inspector Scam

 

Fake food inspectors threatening fines, enforcement actions
 
LANSING – The Michigan departments of Agriculture (MDA) and Community Health, in cooperation with the Michigan Restaurant Association, are warning the state’s food establishments about a scam involving fake food inspectors who are currently making the rounds in Michigan.

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Smith withdraws from Governor’s race

YPSILANTI, MI – State Representative Alma Wheeler Smith (D-Salem) today announced that she has ended her campaign to be Michigan’s next Governor.

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News Spotlight: Hats Off to Health Diabetes Awareness Event Set

 Diabetes is one of the most serious health challenges facing Americans today. Nearly 21 million people in the United States, or 7 percent of the population, have diabetes. And another 54 million people are believed to have the beginning stages of diabetes. Every minute of every day, another American develops type 2 diabetes.

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News Spotlight: Tavis Smiley Set to Speak at Kellogg Center

 “Michigan: Our Youth, Our Future!” is one of three national town hall events.  

Tavis Smiley will keynote Tuesday, April 27, 2010 from 1-6 p.m. at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing. Please register FREE on-line at www.oneloveglobal.org - Space is limited so register today!!!

 

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News Spotlight: Smith only Dem candidate to gain in polls

State Representative Alma Wheeler Smith (D-Salem) today announced that her campaign is the only in the Democratic primary that is gaining momentum. Smith’s claim comes after the latest results of a Rasmussen opinion poll were released.

 

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News Spotlight: Men. Take Charge of Your Health!!! Health Fair for Minority Men

 Be informed about the health issues impacting minority men.  A must attend Health Fair and Men’s Health Dialogue is set for April 1 at the Ingham County Health Department.

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2010 Most Influential & Interesting

During the entire year prior to this edition, we are looking  for people who are doing great things in our community.  They may or may not be on your radar but to The New Citizens Press they provide value to our community.  We also realize that there are others who you think belong in “The Most Influential and Interesting” column.  We are willing to consider anyone regardless of race, affiliations, education or socioeconomic background.

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New TNCP Column: “MoJo’s Table-for-Two Reviews” -9-4

 Michelle and John Oliver are two graduate students who love food.  Welcome them by emailing your favorite restaurants to TNCP.

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