AboutThatCar.com:   Lincoln MKX Can Compete

 
 
By Frank S. Washington
 
DETROIT, MI – During my week-long test drive of Lincoln’s 2011 MKX, I saw the two faces of the midsize crossover – luxury and utility.
 
The MKX sported what Lincoln calls its split-wing grille. I call it Lincoln’s butterfly face. No matter, the point of it is that grille was distinctive and it made the vehicle easily recognizable as a Lincoln.
 
 

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By Jay Bobbin
Tribune Media Services
 
“THE TOURIST”: The star power and the scenery are the main attractions of this romantic adventure with definite echoes of “North by Northwest.” Johnny Depp plays a bookish American who’s visiting Europe when his path crosses that of an attractive mystery woman (Angelina Jolie). She quickly draws him into a dangerous case of mistaken identity that plays out in such cities as Paris and Venice. The supporting cast includes Paul Bettany, Timothy Dalton and Rufus Sewell. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by director Florian Henckel Von Donnersmarck; outtakes; alternate title sequences. *** (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray) 
 
 

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Rhapsody in Blue — or Cream or Pink: Hydrangea Bushes Offer Impressive Palette to Gardener

The billowy flower heads of the hydrangea come in a wide array of colors ranging from blue to pink to creamy white. The pH of the soil determines whether these attractive shrubs bear blue or pink flowers.

 

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Mother Flippin’: One Funny Mother – Kiss-Hug

 
 
By Tashmica Torok
 
Isaac has invented something new. It’s not the cure for cancer and it’s not a revolutionary green techy device. Coming from the child I call my sugar lump it is what is to be expected. He has developed a new social etiquette. It’s called the Kiss-Hug.
 

 

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Merchants Take A Stand Against Crime

Left to Right:
Jason Green, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce;
Tommie Schlitts, Team Leader, Tim Hortons and
Keith Tobar, Market Loss Prevention Team Leader for Meijer’s Lansing market support Lansing’s new Business Watch program.  TNCP Photo

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April is National Poetry Month

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
April has been National Poetry Month since 1996. The Academy of American Poets began this recognition to “highlight the extraordinary legacy and ongoing achievement of American poets.” Academy members hope that Poetry Month will introduce more people to the pleasures of reading and writing poetry.

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Most Interesting & Influential 2011

  LANSING, MI —  Every year The New Citizens Press identifies select individuals in the  community who have made an impact. We hope that you enjoy reading about our honorees this year.  If you have any suggestions for 2012 please contact us.

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News Spotlight: Grab the leash: Dog walkers more likely to reach exercise benchmarks

  

EAST LANSING, MI — Man’s best friend may provide more than just faithful companionship: A new study led by a Michigan State University researcher shows people who owned and walked their dogs were 34 percent more likely to meet federal benchmarks on physical activity.
 

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News Spotlight: FINDING LOW INCOME HOUSING JUST GOT EASIER

The National Low Income Housing Authority Launches A Free Online Directory and Guide to Finding Housing, Apartments, Shelters and more 

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