August 28, 2026

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Suspended License? Help is Available

Rina Risper016 mins

 Chris Swope, Lansing City Clerk; Yvonne Young McConnell, Senior Analyst, Customer Service Administration, Michigan Department of State; Kyle Dymond, Assistant Administrator, Michigan Department of Treasury and Linda Lee Tarver, Community Affairs Director, Michigan Department of State spent a day helping citizens understand issues surrounding suspended licenses.

By Deborah M. Walker

 
Having a suspended license comes as an inconvenience to many drivers. Not only are citizens banned from driving, but if caught, they face hefty fines and even jail time. Knowing the rights and responsibilities associated with a suspended license can save time and money.

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News Spotlight: Local Sorority Provides Free Mental Health Workshop

Rina Risper03 mins

 The Lansing Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. presents a free mental health workshop for all, on Saturday, March 28, 2015 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing, Michigan.  The workshop will focus on education and awareness of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, thoughts of suicide, bipolar disorder and many others.  

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News Spotlight: The Power of Consistency

Rina Risper04 mins

 By Sherman Joseph

 

We have a tendency to respond and act to situations and our circumstance in regards to the convictions and thoughts that we harbor consistently, and the formed after effects of those actions in the long run bring about the quality and conditions of our lives. We have objectives we need to accomplish; still we just work towards them when it’s favorable or advantageous.

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The Mid-Michigan Program for Greater Sustainability Graduates to the Next Level

Rina Risper021 mins

 

MMPGS partners gathered in January to recognize their dynamic work throughout the region: Michigan State University, Greater Lansing Housing Coalition, Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, Mid Michigan Environmental Action Council, Middle Grand River Organization of Watersheds, Meridian Charter Township; Michigan Energy Options; the Groundwater Management Board, Greening Mid-Michigan and the Urban/Rural Service Management Committee. Courtesy photo

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Black History Month: Robert Robinson Taylor becomes 38th Honoree into Black Heritage Stamp Series

Rina Risper017 mins

 

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Robert Robinson Taylor, believed to have been both the first African-American graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the nation’s first academically trained black architect was inducted into the Postal Service’s Black Heritage Stamp series today as the 38th honoree. His great granddaughter, White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett joined Postmaster General Megan Brennan in dedicating the stamp. 

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News Spotlight: State Police to Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting

Rina Risper02 mins

LANSING, MI —  On Tuesday, February  17, 2015, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Eaton County deputies responded to a call involving a vehicle in the ditch on Canfield Road in Eaton Rapids Township, Eaton County.

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News Spotlight: The Links Celebrate Women’s History Month With a Gala

Rina Risper08 mins

 

LANSING, MI  – The Lansing/East Lansing Chapter of Links will celebrate Women’s History Month by hosting its 5th annual White Rose Gala on Thursday, March 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Huntington Club (Overlooking Spartan Stadium), on the campus of Michigan State University.

  

 

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News Spotlight: ESSENTIAL GUIDELINES ON HOW TO DEAL WITH STRESS

Rina Risper05 mins

 

By Sherman Joseph
 
Prolonged stress can lead to long term health and mental problems that can be difficult to manage. This is the reason why it is very important to learn how to manage your stress.
 

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