News Spotlight: The Power of Consistency
By Sherman Joseph
We have a tendency to respond and act to situations and our circumstance in regards to the convictions and thoughts that we harbor consistently, and the formed after effects of those actions in the long run bring about the quality and conditions of our lives. We have objectives we need to accomplish; still we just work towards them when it’s favorable or advantageous.
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Monday, March 02, 2015
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The Mid-Michigan Program for Greater Sustainability Graduates to the Next Level
MMPGS partners gathered in January to recognize their dynamic work throughout the region: Michigan State University, Greater Lansing Housing Coalition, Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, Mid Michigan Environmental Action Council, Middle Grand River Organization of Watersheds, Meridian Charter Township; Michigan Energy Options; the Groundwater Management Board, Greening Mid-Michigan and the Urban/Rural Service Management Committee. Courtesy photo
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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TAX SOLUTIONS: New Healthcare Tax Forms
 By A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.
Obamacare has added a new wrinkle this According to IRS Commissioner John Koskinen, the 2015 tax filing season “will be one of the most complicated filing seasons we’ve ever had.” One of those complications is the reporting required for Obamacare.
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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Black History Month: Robert Robinson Taylor becomes 38th Honoree into Black Heritage Stamp Series
 GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Robert Robinson Taylor, believed to have been both the first African-American graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and the nation's first academically trained black architect was inducted into the Postal Service's Black Heritage Stamp series today as the 38th honoree. His great granddaughter, White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett joined Postmaster General Megan Brennan in dedicating the stamp. |
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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The Kid's Doctor: Disney measles outbreak could have been prevented
 By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
At the entrance to Disneyland, a sign reads, "The Happiest Place on Earth." It does not also say, "Beware of Infectious Diseases." But, if you think about it, what better place to contract any infectious disease than a theme park, where many visitors are under the age of 12?
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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Interpersonal Edge: Learn to discern whom to mentor
 By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Content Agency
Q. I've managed employees at organization for 20 years and consider myself an exceptional mentor. What I find frustrating is how often my employees both don't appreciate my help and don't use what I have to offer. Can you explain why people are often so stubbornly self-destructive at work and resent genuinely good advice?
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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6 great gaming headphones
 Left: Turtle Beach Elite 800 Wireless DTS 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Gaming Headset
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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Movie: Black or White
 Studio: Relativity Media (2 hr. 1 min.)
Plot: A grieving widower is drawn into a custody battle over his granddaughter, whom he helped raise her entire life.
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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Jill on Money: What's your retirement IQ?
By Jill Schlesinger
Tribune Content Agency
Are Americans in good shape or bad shape when it comes to retirement? It depends on which research report you read.
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Sunday, February 22, 2015
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News Spotlight: State Police to Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting
LANSING, MI -- On Tuesday, February 17, 2015, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Eaton County deputies responded to a call involving a vehicle in the ditch on Canfield Road in Eaton Rapids Township, Eaton County.
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Tuesday, February 17, 2015
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News Spotlight: The Links Celebrate Women's History Month With a Gala
LANSING, MI – The Lansing/East Lansing Chapter of Links will celebrate Women’s History Month by hosting its 5th annual White Rose Gala on Thursday, March 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Huntington Club (Overlooking Spartan Stadium), on the campus of Michigan State University.
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Monday, February 16, 2015
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News Spotlight: ESSENTIAL GUIDELINES ON HOW TO DEAL WITH STRESS
 By Sherman Joseph
Prolonged stress can lead to long term health and mental problems that can be difficult to manage. This is the reason why it is very important to learn how to manage your stress.
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Monday, February 16, 2015
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Curtis Hertel Jr. Takes Office as Michigan’s State Senator of District 23
 Michigan State Senator Curtis Hertel, Jr. is looking forward to serving his constituents and said his door is always open for those who are in need of assistance. Courtesy photo
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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TAX SOLUTIONS: 3 Bookkeeping Tips
By A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.
Owning a small business is tough. You are juggling many roles: salesperson, marketer, manager, technician, visionary, and many more. One of the vital roles in your business is keeping track of your books and records.
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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Movie: Selma
 Studio: Paramount (2 hr. 7 min.)
Plot: A chronicle of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Ala. in 1965.
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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Excuse me, are you listening? 14-2
 Dear Readers,
A lot of celebrations and acknowledgements going on during the short month of February. It is Black History Month. It is TNCP’s anniversary month. It is also a month of heart wellness and love.
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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Dr. Manish Madan Receives New Scholar Award Recognition
Left: Dr. Manish Madan
Dr. Manish Madan, assistant professor of Criminal Justice, was selected to receive the Western Social Science Association’s New Scholar Award.
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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Robert C. Koehler: War in two directions
By Robert C. Koehler
Tribune Content Agency
"Sometimes they have drug and alcohol problems and when they feel that the VA is ignoring them, not answering the phone, failing to return calls for assistance or there are long wait times, they get more and more disgruntled. The VA is ripe for a mass killing but no one is listening to us."
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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Virtual Tourist: 10 things to try in 2015
 Eating from street vendors can be quite an experience in Bangkok, Thailand. Photo by fotolia.com
Tribune Media Services
VirtualTourist.com
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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Opinion: Pastor and RNC African American Council Member Calls For Resignation of MIGOP’s Agema
 Left: Bishop Ira C. Combs, Greater Bible Way Temple and RNC African American Council
An open letter to Dave Agema, MIGOP National Committeeman
To: Dave Agema, MIGOP National Committeeman
From: Bishop Ira C. Combs, Greater Bible Way Temple, RNC African American Council Date: January 20, 2015
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Sunday, February 08, 2015
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