News Spotlight: Home Invasion

 

On July 11, 2014 at 1:39 a.m., LPD officers responded to a residence on the 1600 block of Linval St. on report of a home invasion. The three occupants of the residence report that four males entered the residence and at least two had handguns (revolver and semi-automatic).

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News Spotlight: Suspicious Death

  On July 5, 2014 at 4:34 p.m. officers responded to a residence on the 100 block of Shepard St to check the welfare of a female. Upon arrival, officers located a deceased 52 year old Lansing female inside the residence. Officers were alerted to the female by a family member.

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Keep Kids Safe with Summer Camp

 

 
 
 
 
 
By Deborah M. Walker
 
Now that school is out parents are left wondering what to do with their children for the summer. Parents want a fun, safe, educational alternative for their children, the answer is simple… summer camp.
 

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CIA officer Speaks on Personal Branding

 

 

 
 
 
By Rick Garcia
 
A unique partnership between the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the Arab American Women Business Council (AAWBC) was evident as approximately 75 women and a few men gathered for a dinner presentation at the Detroit Yacht Club on Belle Isle early June.
 

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TAX SOLUTIONS: Negotiate IRS Taxes

 By  A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.

 
Can I really negotiate with the IRS?  Does getting pennies on a dollar happen?  There is no way the government would reduce my tax bill.  It is the government.  The government does whatever they want.
 

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Excuse me are you listening? 13-12

 

Dear Readers,

 
Even though summer has just started, it has brought us much rain in Michigan.  I am pleased about it though because the water bill for keeping the plants looking great outside the office will not cost a fortune.  

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Movie Review: “Maleficent”

  Studio: Disney (1hr. 37 min.)

Plot: A vindictive fairy is driven to curse an infant princess only to realize the child may be the only one who can restore peace.
Cast:  Angelina Jolie, Sharlto Copley, Ellie Fanning, Sam Riley, Imelda Staunton
Rating:  PG
Bottom Line:     **
 

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Kiplinger on Travel: Why senior travel discounts aren’t always the best deal

 

By Cameron Huddleston
Kiplinger
 
Most seniors know that they can take advantage of travel discounts geared specifically toward them for savings on hotels, attractions, rental cars, guided tours and more. But are the special rates for older travelers really that special?

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