Local Focus

Heather Strang: A Jane of All Trades

Sep 1, 2010Cover Story

It has been a unique journey filled with competition, travel and self-discovery that led Jackson National Life Insurance Company Vice President Heather Strang to where she is today. Valued personally…

Events Calendar: September 2010

Sep 1, 2010

Events
September 4 — Lansing Mosaic Festival, Lansing. This festival, at Adado Riverfront Park, takes the best that Lansing has to offer from its labor force and its culturally diverse…

Restaurant Review

Sep 1, 2010Column

Cancun Mexican Grill
Entering the Cancun Mexican Grill located at 1754 Central Park Drive in Okemos, is like stepping into an exotic world. A splash of color and flurry of…

Local Women: Michelle Gross

Sep 1, 2010Column

Looking Forward to Fashion
One of the youngest, most fashionable boutiques in East Lansing is owned by Michelle Gross, which is fitting, as she is a recent MSU grad, and,…

Local Women: Pam Redman

Sep 1, 2010Column

Hitting the Jackpot
Gambling is a way of life for Grand Ledge resident, Pam Redman. She doesn’t always win, but she keeps coming back for more.
Frequenting Michigan casinos is…

Local Women: Cheryl Ronk

Sep 1, 2010Column

Service and Leadership
Service and leadership may seem like they don’t fit together. But when you hear Cheryl Ronk’s story of service to non-profit associations in Michigan, those words are…

Good News: September 2010

Sep 1, 2010Column

Ten Women to be Inducted Into Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame
Five women living in or connected to the Lansing area are among the 10 notable women selected by independent…

My Responsibility as a Woman

Sep 1, 2010Column

“All energy is only borrowed and one day you have to give it back.” – Avatar
I recently watched the movie Avatar and whatever you think of James Cameron’s film, I found…

Local Women: Tammy Reed

Sep 1, 2010Column

Serving Up Success
Tammy Reed grew up in Farmington Hills, but felt much more at home when she and her family moved to Lansing in 1985.
“I like the people…

Tri-County Parks and Trails

Jul 28, 2010Feature

Adventures in Your Backyard
Summer is, among other things, a chance for adventure. With the sun high and the weather warm, parks and trails in the tri-county area are opportunities…

Restaurant Review: Blue Gill Grill

Jul 28, 2010Column

The Blue Gill Grill is tucked away near the end of Lake Lansing Rd., right by the park. With a lighthouse entryway and other seaside elements, the establishment produces the…

Educational Excellence: Freya Rivers

Jul 28, 2010Column

Freya Rivers began her 25 year teaching career in Louisiana in 1971 before becoming a principal in her last nine years as an educator. Within that time, Rivers worked in…

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