More than 300 people gather for Peace Quest 2016 Day of Action At Union Missionary Baptist Church
By Jim Detjen
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By Jim Detjen
By Mark Hornbeck
LANSING, MI — Paula D. Cunningham, AARP Michigan State Director and a pioneer in business and education in the Lansing community, will receive the Trailblazer Award from the Michigan Congressional Black Caucus on Friday, Sept.16, at the Mead Center for American Theater in Washington, D.C.

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Sunday, October 2, 2016, at approximately 4pm, Ingham County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the 4800 block of Old Plank Rd in Onondaga Twp for a subj who had barricaded himself in a residence with a shotgun.
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By Julie Vandenboom
Joseph Hines (center) was recognized by the city of Jackson, his hometown, for keeping a positive spirit and for bringing healing between law enforcement and civilians. He is flanked by his mother Leontyne Hines and his father James Hines. While most people don’t like to think about worst case scenarios, giving them their proper consideration can ultimately offer peace of mind.
September is National Preparedness Month and it is a great time to get your home and family ready for a range of emergencies. Here are three steps to take.