Lighting Up Lansing – One Smile at a Time
This is Kelvon Copeland. He was riding his bicycle past the Capitol building and asked to be a part of our photoshoot. Of course we said, “Yes!”
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Mother of Slain Father, Friend and Comedian Holds a Toy Drive in His Memory
Marcus “Da Comedian” Jackson was senselessly murdered this past August. His mother, Miranda Burton-Hinton, is having a Toy Drive in his honor. They are accepting new toys for all ages through December 15, 2020.
Courtesy photo taken Thanksgiving of 2019
Dietary Recommendations During the COVID Pandemic
By Kathy Shattler, MS, BS, RDN
As countries struggle to enforce guidelines to prevent the dreaded coronavirus spread, social isolation widens with a growing sense of sadness and depression. As countries implement self-quarantine and temporarily close businesses, regular food-related practices are inevitably affected. Changes in diet and a lowering of physical activity during quarantine increase our risk of heart disease.
My Journey: Mentors are On the Top of the Guest List!
By Bernadette Johnson
“When embarking on a journey, never ask directions from someone who has never left home.” ~Chinese Proverb
I was asked to share why I chose to be a mentor. Ironically, I found that I was unable to share my “why” without first exploring my personal mentoring experience. Being raised by a single working parent in an inner city environment created the need for mentors. This environment is fertile ground for making choices that may not serve your greatest self. My mentors, when I was growing up taught me to respect myself, be an independent thinker, a leader and instilled the thought of I could do anything if I put my mind to it.
The Plant Professionals: Christmas is the Time to Use Fresh Greenery
By Kathy Valentine
As we prepare to celebrate the winter holidays- Christmas, Kwanza, Hanukah and others, many families add some festivity to the home with additional greenery and décor.
‘Jeopardy!’: Who Could Possibly Replace Alex Trebek?
Legendary “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek has died at the age of 80.
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This year, use that leftover Thanksgiving turkey for these spicy nachos
Freeze shredded turkey for this delicious dish.
By America’s Test Kitchen
Leftovers are one of the best parts of a Thanksgiving meal. But sometimes, the day-after side dishes — the mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, casseroles, stuffing and gravy — all get gobbled up before the extra turkey.
News Spotlight: Suspicious Death Investigation
On November 19, 2020 at approximately 11:20 a.m. Lansing Police were dispatched to an apartment in the 5500 block of Joshua St on a medical call. Ingham County 911 dispatch advised responding officers that a witness at the apartment stated a male subject was in need of medical attention.Ingham County Land Bank celebrates 15 years of community impact
Volunteers help prepare flower flats for Neighborhoods in Bloom.
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Leaders build a vision for the next 15 years.
Newest Literacy Project Helps Bring The Community Closer Together
Top row: Lauren Bresky, Lauren Ehrlich, and Taryn Tucker
Bottom row: Annie Abbott, Maureen Cronin, and Rachel Moloughney