The New Citizens Press

News Spotlight: Governor Snyder Declares April “Michigan Wine Month” Ten new wineries open for 2011, highlighting growth in ag sector

Rina Risper15 years ago04 mins

LANSING – Governor Rick Snyder has declared April as “Michigan Wine Month” to honor Michigan’s wide selection of quality wines and the wine industry’s significant contribution to the economy.
“Michigan’s 81 wineries welcome more than 1 million visitors to their tasting rooms each year and offer a truly Pure Michigan agri-tourism experience,” said Keith Creagh, Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD) Director

News Spotlight: Cultivating Life by Sean Conway: Late Winter Is Time for Pruning and Forcing

Rina Risper15 years ago07 mins

Late Winter Is Time for Pruning and Forcing

By Sean Conway, Tribune Media Services
Cultivating Life by Sean Conway

In many parts of the country spring may yet be a distant dream, but even in cold northern climes now is a good time to begin winter pruning tasks in the garden.

News Spotlight: MSU to institute ‘no-bag’ policy in Spartan Stadium

Rina Risper15 years ago02 mins

EAST LANSING, Mich. — In a move that will increase security and make for a better game experience for fans, Michigan State University will institute a “no-bag” policy in Spartan Stadium.

News Spotlight: BWL to co-sponsor 2nd Annual Recycle Rama on April 9

Rina Risper15 years ago02 mins

The Lansing Board of Water & Light will co-sponsor
the second annual Recycle Rama to assist Ingham County
residents in recycling a wide range of household materials.

News Spotlight: Ingham County Treasurer Announces Community Forums

Rina Risper15 years ago01 mins

Mason) The Ingham County Treasurer announces a series of Community
Forums designed to provide information on the tax foreclosure process,
the Ingham County Land Bank and property taxes.

Community Resource Connection

Rina Risper15 years ago03 mins

By Latasha A. McWright
TNCP Guest Writer

This month of March, many of us are in the middle of our New Year’s weight loss resolutions and summer is right around the corner! Healthy eating habits have to become a priority for the whole family! This is not only good for your weight loss goals, but also your general health and wellness. We’ve located a few programs in our community that can help improve your health, diet, as well as managing your meals on a budget!

Business Update

Most Influential and Interesting – Martha Bibbs

Rina Risper15 years ago4 years ago07 mins

Martha Bibbs, Community Volunteer and Humanitarian

Are You Too Stressed?

Rina Risper15 years ago013 mins

By Karla L. Robinson, MD

It is no secret that African American men have the shortest life span in the U.S. as compared to any other group. It is estimated that the life span at birth of the average black boy is only 69 years. This is almost ten years less than the national average. While this disparity is certainly multifactorial, is stress one of the major players?

Retire Smart: Rising Number of Reverse Mortgage Borrowers Facing Foreclosure

Rina Risper15 years ago07 mins

By Mark Miller

Tribune Media Services

Reverse mortgages were created to help seniors stay in their homes by tapping the equity built up over the years. Now, a small but growing number of reverse mortgage borrowers find themselves at risk of losing their homes anyway.

Interpersonal EDGE: Thawing Cold War with Coworker

Rina Risper15 years ago05 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube