Aboutthatcar.com 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee
By Frank S. WashingtonAUSTIN, TX – Gutted. That is how I would describe the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee; but in a good way.
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By Frank S. WashingtonWelcome to Lansing Rev. Dr. Patricia Coleman-Burns
Rev. Dr. Patricia Coleman-Burns
LANSING, MI — A “First Lady Celebration” was held for Rev. Dr. Patricia Coleman-Burns. She is the wife of Rev. John H. Burns, II, pastor of St. Matthew A.M.E. Church, located on 522 West Maple St. She is also an Assistant Professor of Nursing and Black Studies at the University of Michigan.
Volunteering: It’s Right for Everyone
By Rick GarciaOne Saturday morning, my 14-year old daughter asked me to help her sew and stuff over 50 “Care Bears” at our dining table. I asked her what they were for. She explained that her school’s service club was making these dolls for little children who are diagnosed with cancer at a Children’s Hospital. “That’s a great volunteer project,” I said to her.
Your Other 8 Hours: How to Boost Your Reputation and Build an Audience Online
By Robert Pagliarini, Tribune Media Services
Ever since Eve told Adam, “This apple’s amazing! You’ve got to try it!” word-of-mouth has been the best form of marketing. And yet, until the advent of social media, word-of-mouth marketing on a large scale hasn’t existed. In the age of Facebook, Twitter and Web 2.0, it’s a whole different story.
Retire Smart: Alphabet soup of financial designations
By Jill Schlesinger
Tribune Media Services
What’s better: a CFP or a CPA-PFS? What’s the difference between a fee-based financial adviser and a fee-only one? Being a consumer of financial services these days can be maddening. One reader asked, “Can you give me a rundown about what these designations mean so I can select the right type of adviser to help me with my retirement planning?”
News Spotlight: Don’t Get Caught Alone in the Woods
Spring in Michigan means a lot of diverse outdoor recreationalists taking to the woods in search of edible mushrooms, migrating birds, wild turkeys, fishing spots or just some solitude. Michigan’s conservation officers are offering some common sense safety tips for anyone taking to the woods for some fun and adventure.
News Spotlight: CATA Hosts 14th Annual Community Health Fair
CATA will host its 14th Annual Community Health Fair on Friday, April 19, 2013 at the CATA Transportation Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a FREE event.
One Millennial is Building a Culture of Success By Bridging the Gaps
Mid-Michigan native Nandi Shareef, makes her Initial mark on the business world and now she faces the challenge: getting the different “generations” to understand one another. Courtesy photo
By Rina N. Risper
Nandi Shareef is a native of East Lansing, Michigan and graduate of Sankofa Shule Academy and East Lansing High School. Nandi has been honored by the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) as their Inaugural “One to Watch” designee and she recently turned twenty-five.
The Top 5 Hotels You Don’t Need to Leave
The view of the Pacific Ocean from the Namale Resort. You won’t need to leave during your vacation, but you’ll also be tempted to never go home. Photo by Namale
Movie Review: Olympus Has Fallen
Studio: FilmDistrictPlot: A former Presidential guard is trapped inside the White after a terrorist attack and works with national security to rescue the President from his kidnappers.
Cast: Gerard Butler, Aaron Eckhart, Morgan Freeman, Robert Forster, Angela Bassett, Melissa Leo, Rick Yune, Ashley Judd
Rating: R
Bottom Line: ***