Migrant Camp Visit Reveal Basic Needs
A young daughter of Campo Rojo admires the setup for the cookout.
Photo by Rick Garcia
TAX SOLUTIONS: New Michigan Offer Program
By A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.
Governor Snyder signed into law HB 4003. HB 4003 allows the State of Michigan to negotiate Michigan taxes. This is exciting news for Michigan taxpayers! For the first time ever, Michigan residents will be able to negotiate Michigan taxes for less. The new law will start in 2015.
How Did a Chinese-American Woman Become a Black Power Activist?
Left: Grace Lee Boggs is a 99-year old Chinese-American who lives a life of activism.
Photo by Quyen Tran
Excuse me are you listening? 13-13
Dear Readers,
The 4th of July parade was amazing.we had over 125 people with us. It was a beautiful day as well.
Sculpting Out Success
Austen Brantley , 17-years-old creating during a recent public demonstration. He is considering going to college in Italy.
News Spotlight: New Minimum Wage for Michigan Employees
Beginning September 1, 2014, Michigan workers will see an increase in the minimum wage rate
Expo offers the chance to celebrate diversity and connect consumers
LANSING, MI –The Greater Lansing Area Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs Inc. and the Lansing Black Chamber of Commerce have partnered with several organizations to host the Shop Michigan Expo on Friday, September 26, 2014. The Expo will be held in Michigan’s Capital City at the Lansing Center, located at 333 E. Michigan Ave. from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Kiplinger on Travel: Should you buy travel insurance?
By Jessica L. Anderson
Kiplinger
Hurricane season is upon us, which means a tropical storm could be brewing just as you’re about to leave on vacation. Is travel insurance the solution?
Excuse me, are you listening? 13-16
Dear Readers,
It always warms my heart when I get feedback from our readers. Imagine what it is like in my neck of the woods. I know that the newspaper moves quickly, however, I do not know each person who reads it. It is odd in that kind of way. When someone calls, emails or writes me a letter I am always intrigued. When someone is waiting at the newspaper box for the delivery or in a waiting room reading the newspaper, I always start smiling. It makes me feel connected, as I am now alone typing tucked away in a quiet corner of my office.
DTW Airport Helped Shape Michigan’s Aeronautic History
Left: Daniel Mason, Volunteer Historian for the Detroit Metropolitan Airport, has written a book about the history of the airport while maintaining collections.
He also has discharge papers from the National Guard Observation Squadron in 1937, is one of many collections from Mason’s efforts.
Photos by Rick Garcia