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All smiles: William Hubbell (left) and Amir Risper (right) were both on the Capitol steps in Lansing, MI to celebrate their birthdays on Thursday, July 19, 2012 during Poetry in the City. Fifty-five years separated them as Rosemarie “One Single Rose” Wilson sang her own rendition of “Happy Birthday” to them in the pouring rain. The other thing they had in common was the opportunity to have 100 people sing to them. TNCP photo
Singing in the Rain: Featured poet, Rosemarie “One Single Rose” Wilson and Shaton Andrews sing a powerful acapella duet at Poetry in the City. Below: Shaye Ramont on the Capitol steps. TNCP photo
Time to go back to school: In this new economy, a high school education or obtaining a GED is now even more important than ever. istockphoto
LANSING, MI — Attempting to get a GED is a daunting task under the best of circumstances. Doing so while facing unemployment, lack of adequate housing, child care, or food can be more than most people can overcome. That’s where downtown Lansing’s Advent House comes in to help level the playing field.
Almost everyone loves a good milk shake recipe. This one is sure to delight your tastebuds.
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By Charissa Patterson-Martinez
What message do you want to ensure that generations behind us get? What are you doing to ensure that our young people are ready mind, body and soul? Whether we like it or not, young people are watching us. They see how we handle a rude receptionist and hear us how we address people in authority in our own communities.
The test car was quiet, the suspension was firm without being harsh and handling was precise.
Dear Readers,
By Robert Pagliarini,