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There are many interesting facts you can find out while walking through a cemetary. Courtesy photo.
LANSING, MI — About 125 people touring Mt. Hope Cemetery last Sunday heard voices from Lansing’s past come to life during the annual fall walking tour, “Lansing Legendaries,” conducted by the Friends of Lansing’s Historic Cemeteries.
Dentist, Author, HIV advocate Dr. Catrise Austin
NEW YORK, NY — October is National Dental Hygiene Month and Celebrity Dentist and author Dr. Catrise Austin of VIP Smiles in New York City. She warns the community about the potential risks of postponing dental appointments and neglecting their oral health.
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By Reference Librarian Jolee Hamlin
Jazz is a unique genre of American music with roots in both African and European traditions. This month, the Capital Area District Library is pleased to offer “A Night of Jazz,” a free concert featuring music from the Jazz Age.
LANSING, MI – On Wednesday, October 12th, from 6:00-8:00pm, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Delta Tau Omega Chapter will host a community workshop and forum entitled “Moving from Advocacy to Action: What Every Citizen should Know About the State of Michigan Budget.” The event will take place in Room 235 Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI.
By Robert Pagliarini, LANSING, MI — On Thursday, October 13 at 6:30 pm we invite you to gather with us at The Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame, 213 West Malcolm X Street in Lansing for a Candlelight Vigil in remembrance and honor of victims and survivors of domestic violence.
By Robert C. Robinson III, MD
Here it is fellas! Another football season has kicked off and there isn’t a more exciting time of year! For many of us, this is a time of fantasy leagues, long weekend afternoons, late Monday nights, and most importantly the tailgating party. But before you plan the menu for your next game day celebration, there are a few things you may want to consider if you don’t want to get sidelined before the next week’s action.
By Dr. Daneen Skube