SBEV helps youth and the community in ways often unknown
Written by Tanya Terry Whether youth are interested in the arts, sports or academics, Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village (SBEV) has many new projects and activities...
Month : December 2021
Gov. Whitmer solidifies anti-fraud measures to protect unemployed workers
Executive order and directive formally establish Unemployment Fraud Response Team and UIA tools resulting in current 0.57% fraud rate – over 3 times lower than before the pandemic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2021-16 recently, permanently establishing the Unemployment Insurance...
Quick, cozy breakfasts for cold, busy mornings
Featured photo: Coffee Breakfast Rice Pudding (Family Features) It’s often a challenge on cold, dreary days to pull yourself out from under the warm covers....
Parents, staff to join with local community activist to protest reopening of Genesee County Schools amidst COVID variant threat
Genesee County schools will reopen on Monday, January 3, 2022. Community Activist Bishop Chris Martin will join local parents, staff, and students of various Genesee...
Harambee Wellness: empowering through health & wellness
Featured photo: Marquita Adams pictured with salsa instructor Ibis Fernandez at Latinx Technology Center Written by Tanya Terry The personal fitness journey for Marquita Adams,...
Rare Genetics Apparel: Where fashion, hope and awareness come together as one
Featured photo: Cymone Bearyman smiles back at her son, Aubree Bearyman, her inspiration for the Rare Genetics clothing line Written by Tanya Terry Lybrijian “Cymone”...
A healthy homemade soup to jumpstart the New Year
(StatePoint) When sweater weather arrives, there’s nothing quite as comforting as a pot of something savory and delicious simmering on the stove. As you turn...
Statement from Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission adopting final maps
On December 28, after the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission voted to adopt new district maps for the state two days earlier than expected, Secretary...