U.S. Combat Troops on Pace to Leave Iraqi Cities by June 30

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Fredrick Santucci, attached to 2nd Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, and an Iraqi army officer plan a patrol route through the city of Abu Ghraib, Nassir Wa Salam province, Iraq, on May 17, 2009.   DoD photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Robert Whelan, U.S. Navy

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Mother Speaks About Son’s Murder

 

 

 

 

One year later, Vivian Bodiford feels that she became a victim as soon as she found out that her son, James Edward Jones III, was murdered.  She holds his picture close as she looks at his athletic trophies from his childhood and newspaper
clippings about his death.  TNCP Photo

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Next Edition will Feature 2009’s Best, Brightest and Most Beautiful…TNCP Catches Up With Past Honoree

The Best, Brightest and Most Beautiful 2009  edition will be featured in the June 24, 2009 – July 4, 2009 edition.  We have some surprises for you.  Our goal is to introduce you to people who are making strides towards making the Greater Lansing Area look great.

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Farrah Fawcett: ‘Under a Microscope’ and Holding On to Hope


For more than 2 1/2 years, Farrah Fawcett’s battle with cancer has sparked a flurry of headlines for celebrity tabloids. But it also has stripped the actress of her ability to seek treatment while maintaining her privacy, she said in an interview.

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In Economic Crisis: Black Church Memberships Increases, Offerings Decrease

WASHINGTON (NNPA) – The doors of the historic Black Church, a fortress of healing from social pain, have opened even wider during the economic crisis.

But, as church membership increases across the nation, offerings are decreasing, causing even houses of faith to make difficult decisions, pastors say.

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Crispy Gamer: What Happened to the Fun in Fitness Gaming?


EA Sports Active" uses the Wii’s regular controls, as well as the Balance Board and resistance bands to deliver a full-body workout. If it can do it in an inspired and creative way, then it may be another must-have for those looking to get in shape while they have some fun.

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News Briefs 8-9

 

Day-Long May 30 Extravaganza in Hunter Park Hosted by Allen Neighborhood Center and Lansing Parks and Recreation
 
Hunter Park Music Fest featuring Root Doctor and more! Family Fun Walk!  GardenHouse Tours and Workshops! Pool Grand Opening! 

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Michigan Announces Time Off Without Pay Dates for State Government Employees

LANSING – The Office of the State Employer today announced details on plans to implement furlough days for some state employees as required under Executive Order 2009-22 approved by the Michigan House and Senate Appropriations committees on May 5.

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Ingham County’s First Confirmed Case of Swine Flu

 
     The Ingham County Health Department has been notified by the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) that Ingham County has its first confirmed human case of influenza A(H1N1). The individual, a 49 year old male, was not hospitalized and is recovering. This confirmed case doesnot come as a surprise, as H1N1 continues to spread throughout the world, we anticipate that additional confirmed cases will occur in Ingham County. The Health Department continues passive surveillance for H1N1 in coordination with our community partners.

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