IN THE KNOW: EMPOWERING PROFESSIONAL

 NAME:    Tedi R. Parsons, CCC, CEC, CPC

BUSINESS:  
The Professionals Forum LLC
POSITION:    President
 
What do you consider to be the start of a great day?  
A nice hot cup of coffee enjoyed during the quiet early morning hours.
 

 

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Lansing native is a U.S. Navy Destroyer Sailor

 

Lansing native Tatiana Thomas is a sonar technician (surface) aboard the guided-missile destroyer operating out of San Diego.
 
Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Heidi Cheek

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July 4th cookout still a bargain for consumers

 

A cookout of Americans’ favorite foods for the Fourth of July, including hot dogs, cheeseburgers, pork spare ribs, potato salad, baked beans, lemonade and chocolate milk, will cost slightly less this year, coming in at less than $6 per person, says the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).
 

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Gretchen Whitmer Supporters Announce the Formation of ¡Viva Whitmer! For Governor

 LANSING, MI — Today Gretchen Whitmer for Governor supporters announced the formation of ¡Viva Whitmer! For Governor, a group of Latino community leaders from across Michigan. 

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William Brewer II Advances the Credit Union Spirit Through Service and Volunteerism

 The Michigan Credit Union Foundation (MCUF) presented William Brewer II the Board Chairperson of CASE Credit Union with the Credit Union Community Volunteer Award.  This award recognizes leadership in financial education and community outreach. 

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Tariffs on dry beans will negatively impact Michigan agriculture

 LANSING, MI — The Michigan Bean Shippers (MBS) and the Michigan Bean Commission today voiced deep concerns over new tariffs on U.S. dry beans by the European Union (EU). The EU recently levied a 25 percent tariff on all U.S. dry bean imports. The tariffs will have direct negative impacts on Michigan bean sellers and growers, which represents an important segment of Michigan’s agricultural economy.

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ELPD Investigating Report of Indecent Exposure

 

EAST LANSING, MI — The East Lansing Police Department (ELPD) is currently investigating a case of indecent exposure that occurred today, June 25 in an East Lansing neighborhood.
 

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5 Ways Black Parents Can Encourage French Language Learning in Their Children (Part 1)

 By Robin Morris-Wilson

Say oh là là to learning French! Your children can have fun and your family can be enriched by the experience.


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Summer Travel Tips for Detroit, Michigan

 It’s GO TIME in Detroit. Events like the Ford Fireworks, Woodward Dream Cruise and Detroit Jazz Festival are excellent reasons to plan your next visit to The D. 

 
 

 

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Pest Solutions Company Assures Michiganders That Brown Recluse Spiders Are Not a Threat to Great Lakes State Homeowners

 

Company offers $300 reward, comp inspection, 
free treatment for any validated infestations
 
Courtesy photo of a brown recluse spider taken on May 18, 2011 in Kansas City, Kansas.
 

 

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