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Museums of Greater Lansing, Michigan for Exploring Art, Culture and Heritage

This Thursday Sharon and I are planning a little field trip to the MSU Museum. I have been wanting to see the Masks exibit all since last year and it ends Friday. (Update: Visit the Masks online) Below, I would … Continue reading

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Greater Lansing Geared Up for Stronger Housing Market in 2012. Buying vs. Renting?

Approaching the new year it only makes common sense to me that we be realistic about the real estate market which has suffered a terrible blow over the past five years when it comes to prices, lack of buyers, and distressed … Continue reading

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St. Vincent De Paul, Lansing, Michigan Needs Your Help After Fire

A major fire destroyed St. Vincent De Paul building on Elm and South Washington, Lansing, Michigan over the weekend. Everything inside, including clothes and furniture is a total loss. The people of Lansing’s Saint Vincent DePaul have helped thousands of … Continue reading

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Ten Reasons to Sell Your Home in the Winter in Greater Lansing, Michigan

Ten Reasons to Sell Your Home in the Winter. 1. Fewer Showings, less buyers, but those buyers that are left are usually very serious about making a purchase. 2. Less Competition- Most people wait until spring and summer to list … Continue reading

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Greater Lansing November, December Family Activities for the Holiday Season

The Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau send out a nice email this week to remind us of some wonderful Holiday events that are coming this month and next. I included those a few I researched also. Greater Lansing is … Continue reading

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Kudos to Two Men and a Truck Making a “Commitment to Community”

Two Men and a Truck came out this week with a “Commitment to Community” Did you know, 1.1 million people will need help this year from a Michigan Food Bank. Hunger hurts everyone, not just the individual or family with no … Continue reading

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It’s Not Just Football at Michigan State University – Make it a Family Experience

It’s not just football at Michigan State University, although we take pride in our team; especially with our recent big win over University of Michigan.  MSU offers an array of events, exhibits, and things to do almost everyday of the week. … Continue reading

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Greater Lansing Included With Homes Around America Listing Report

LXTV Open House talks to Coldwell Banker Real Estate CEO, Jim Gillespie, about the latest edition of the Coldwell Banker Home Listing Report which highlights the most expensive and affordable places to live across the country and the globe. Greater … Continue reading

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Fall Lawn Care: 4 Ways to Say G’Night For The Winter

Fall Lawn Care: 4 Ways to Say G’Night For The Winter By: Lisa Kaplan Gordon Published: September 16, 2011 Labor Day through Halloween is your window for preparing lawns for a lush spring.   “I’m already thinking about next year,” says … Continue reading

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Dedicated to Don as Michigan State Spartans Take on Michigan Wolverines – The “Fight Song”

On October 15th Michigan State Spartans will be playing the Michigan Wolverines at 12:00 noon. and will be covered on ESPN. This is always the big game of the year around the Greater Lansing area. I always think of my … Continue reading

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