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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Juneteenth Celebration Held on Gipson 52-Acre Farm in Watervliet, MI
WATERVLIET, MI — People came from all directions, Chicago, Lansing, Detroit and Lake Michigan to the 52-acre farm of Phil and Tia Gipson in Watervliet, MI to celebrate Juneteenth which commemorates June 19, 1865 when General Gordon Granger told the people in Galveston Texas of President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation issued two and a half years earlier on January 1, 1863.
One Year Later, The Murder of James Lauderdale III is Still Unsolved
LANSING, MI — Jackie Summerville lovingly picked up her grandchild, Kyla Lauderdale and grazed her lips across her chubby cheek. Jackie lamented that she had been through enough this past year and was grateful for the opportunity to cherish one kiss from the 1-year-old.
Granholm Signs Bills Banning Texting While Driving
Governor Jennifer M. Granholm recently signed a package of bills that ban text messaging while driving. The new laws took effect July 1, 2010.
Former Lansing Teacher and Michigan Army National Guard Soldier selected to attend United States Army War College
Lieutenant Colonel Shawn A. Harris, of Kentwood, Michigan, is among the chosen few to pursue this dream of elite Soldiers. In August 2010, Harris will report to the United States Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Your Other 8 Hours: The Secret to Success for Artists and Creatives
By Robert Pagliarini, Tribune Media Services
So you want to be an author, an actor or maybe even a rock star? It doesn’t much matter what you want to do, just that you do it. Whatever your art, your only goal should be to create.
Retire Smart: Change is on the Way for Retiree Health Benefit Programs
By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services
If you’re retired from a company that provides health insurance benefits, get ready for change over the next few years.
Interpersonal EDGE: Is Rage Over Political Correctness PC?
Q. I used a common phrase around a female coworker and was immediately attacked for being sexist. I didn’t know this phrase was offensive to her. I’m an older white guy and becoming paranoid about opening my mouth. How do I deal with a workplace that is increasingly politically correct?
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.
Best, Brightest, and Most Beautiful 2010: William F. Crenshaw, Jr.
Best, Brightest, and Most Beautiful 2010: William F. Crenshaw, Jr.