The Michigan Banner March 1, 2013 Edition

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The Michigan Banner First Great Lakes Bay Regional Newspaper
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Leading in Diversity
Empowering Communities and Changing Lives
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AT&T contribution supports Great Lakes Bay childrens Advocacy Networks Work Protecting Local children
Saginaw - AT&T Michigan recently joined Saginaw area families, extraordinary volunteers, and local lawmakers to present a $20,000 contribution to support the Great Lakes Bay Childrens Advocacy Networks Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program that trains and equips volunteers to serve vulnerable Saginaw County children in need of foster care. CASA volunteers are appointed by judges to watch over and advocate for abused and neglected children, to make sure they dont get lost in the overburdened legal and social service system or languish in inappropriate group or foster homes. Volunteers stay with each case until it is closed and the child is placed in a safe, permanent home. For many abused children, their CASA volunteer will be the one constant adult presence in their lives. AT&Ts contribution will support the recruiting, screening, training and supporting of additional CASA volunteers in Saginaw County. CASA Special Advocates are ordinary people doing extraordinary work for Great Lakes Bay region kids, said Suzanne Greenburg. With nearly 300 children in our areas foster care system and every one of them in need of help, this critical contribution from AT&T will help us redone. The Great Lakes Bay Childrens Advocacy Network currently serves 175 children, including many who have suffered abuse or neglect. Independent research has demonstrated that children with a CASA volunteer are substantially less likely to spend time in long-term foster care and less likely to reenter care. Said state Representative Tim Kelly (R-Saginaw Township): Our kids deserve every chance we can give them. We are incredibly grateful in Lansing and right back here at home in Saginaw County for the remarkable volunteers who help place children in loving homes, for the moms and dads who open their hearts and welcome them into their families and for partners like AT&T who help make it possible. AT&T Michigan President Jim Murray concluded: AT&T believes in Saginaw County and in Saginaw Countys children. The Great Lakes Bay Childrens Advocacy Network and Saginaw County CASA volunteers represent some of the very best this state has to offer and we are grateful for the opportunity to support their work on behalf of area children.
Left - Gavin Goetz, AT&Ts Michigan Regional Director of External Affairs, presents the AT&T Foundations $20,000 contribution to the GLBR CAN Councils CASA program cruit, screen, train and support more Advocates to ensure these vulnerable kids are taken care of. State Senator Roger Kahn (R-Saginaw) said: CASA volunteers often make all the difference in the world in the lives of our young people. Saginaw County is fortunate to have so many tremendous individuals who are willing to invest in the lives of children, and fortunate to have corporate partners like AT&T to help provide the critical training resources required to get the job
AT&T Pumped Nearly $650 Million in Detroits Wireless and Wireline Networks from 2010 through 2012
DETROIT - AT&T invested nearly $650 million in its Detroit area wireless and wireline networks from 2010 through 2012, with a focus on expanding 4G LTE mobile Internet coverage and enhancing the overall performance of its networks. People in Detroit increasingly depend on mobile Internet connections for communication, entertainment and productivity at work, at home and everywhere in between. AT&Ts continued investment is designed to deliver the highest levels of service, with network enhancements driving improvements in key areas of the mobile Internet experience: 4G speed, broad coverage and network reliability. AT&Ts significant investment over the past three years is delivering customers a stronger network performance: The AT&T wireless network recently ranked No. 1 in Detroit by RootMetrics, an independent research and testing organization. AT&T was named the RootMetrics RootScore Combined Award winner for its combination of call quality, text performance, and mobile Internet speed. The RootMetrics award is the result of more than 50,036 wireless test calls, texts and mobile Internet transmissions conducted during November of 2012. The AT&T network kept 99 percent of all Detroit-area wireless calls connected in the fourth quarter of 2012 (October through December). We know the mobile Internet has become central to our customers lives, and were committed to driving both investment and innovation to deliver the best possible experience over the AT&T network, said Brian Ducharme, vice president and general manager for AT&T Michigan and Indiana. While third-party and internal testing shows that these investments are paying off with excellent service for Detroit customers, we are continually planning and deploying network enhancements to improve service in the future. For more information about AT&Ts coverage in Detroit or anywhere in the U.S., consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure quality of coverage from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark. For updates on the AT&T wireless network, visit the AT&T network news page.
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President Barack Obama touches the Rosa Parks statue after the unveiling during a ceremony in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., Feb. 27, 2013. Helping with the unveiling, were, from left: Sheila Keys, niece of Rosa Parks; Majority Leader Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev.; House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio; House Minority Leader Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif.; Assistant Democratic Leader Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C.; and Elaine Eason Keys. (Photo by Chuck Kennedy)
Rosa Parks statute unveiled in u.s. capitol

National Statuary Hall inside the U.S. Capitol was once the meeting place of the House of Representatives. Now its home to a collection of statues and monuments -- two from each state -representing some of the defining figures in our nations history. On February 27, those sculptures were joined by that of a civil rights icon. One hundred years after she was born and 58 years after she refused to give up her seat on an Alabama city bus, Rosa Parks has a permanent place in the halls of Congress. President Obama was one of the leaders on hand for the unveiling of the statue this morning. Rosa Parks held no elected office, he said. She possessed no fortune; lived her life far from the formal seats of power. And yet today, she takes her rightful place among those whove shaped this nations course. The statue is close to nine feet tall and depicts Rosa Parks in bronze wearing the same clothes she wore on the day she was arrested. The monument consisting of both her statue and the granite pedestal on which it rests weighs 2,100 pounds. Rosa Parkss singular act of disobedience launched a movement, President Obama told todays crowd. The tired feet of those who walked the dusty roads of Montgomery helped a nation see that to which it had once been blind. It is because of these men and women that I stand here today. It is because of them that our children grow up in a land more free and more fair; a land truer to its founding creed. And that is why this statue belongs in this hall -- to remind us, no matter how humble or lofty our positions, just what it is that leadership requires; just what it is that citizenship requires.
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class of 2013What you need to do now!

5 things to do in the meantime
Jamie is a senior in high school and cant wait until he graduates. Hes a first generation college student and attends an urban high school. The only thing hes thinking about is baseball and track season and finding a summer job. Jamie has applied to a local university and is awaiting a response. There are several things Jamie should do in the meantime: 1. Finish strong Dont allow senioritis to creep in. Take a challenging or AP course. Now is not the time to become complacent. Consider dual enrollment at a local college or university for free college credit. 2. know where you stand Make sure you have enough credits to graduate and all your debts are paid IN FULL which includes lost textbooks. If youre an athlete, check the NCAA Clearinghouse to determine eligibility. 3. Apply for scholarships Know the deadlines! Complete your FAFSA now which determines your eligibility for free money. Dont forget the obvious places to check: websites, your church, local organizations, high school alumni association, parents place of employment and magazinesyes, magazines as many of the advertisers offer scholarships. 4. Visit college campuses You need to choose the best college for you! This means, you need know if you learn best in a large or small classroom setting. You also need to know how much you can afford after scholarships and grants. The average cost of attending a public university in Michigan is $23,000. If youre considering an out of state university, your tuition has doubled! DO THE MATH! Make sure your chosen college offers your course of study and you meet the requirements for admission. All Michigan universities recognize the ACT and if you must, study and retake. If you qualify, ask your counselor for a waiver. 5. skill Development- Work on self often. Practice your oral communication skills. You will need to be proficient on the computer. You will be expected to write grammatically correct sentences, no texting shortcuts. Challenge your reading which will involve critical reading skills. Can you stay alert for 50 minute lectures? Good note-taking and multi-tasking are imperative to balance school, studying and employment. Once thats complete, you can enjoy the social aspects of college. Lastly, you are now responsible for your own laundry and cleaning your room. Mom wont be there and it now becomes your responsibility. Carla Clark is the Senior Academic Advisor for the MI GEAR UP program at Central Michigan University.
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Go to: www.cmich.edu/Institutional_diversity.htm to find out how you can help us in our efforts to create an environment of inclusiveness.
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Editorial
By Mike Thompson For The Michigan Banner
Movie called Bullet to the head? sick and Wrong

in our society, as we see in such harsh reactions to President Obamas modest proposals for gun control. Stallone, who represented the great white hope in the Rocky movies (we all know what that was about), says people may be surprised to learn he actually backs Obama on this issue. What a hypocrite! All the president is proposing is background checks for weapon purchases, controls on unregulated gun shows, and bans on automatic weapons and multi-bullet magazines. Yet the crazies out therethe same crazies who probably will attend Bullet to the Headfalsely accuse the president of desiring to repeal their treasured Second Amendment. Its tempting to propose boycotts of Bullet to the Head and movies of similar ilk, but this probably would grow the audience. Remember when gay rights activists wanted to boycott Chick Fill-A? It turned out to be the best thing ever for Chick Fill-A. Boycotts of gunhappy movies would probably prove similarly counterproductive. As for President Obamas gun control ideas, there also is an element of backfire. Gun nuts who fear that Obama may succeed are rushing out to buy more weapons (as though they need more than they already have cached). Obama should still press forward. When critics say gun control wont work, advocates need not argue the point. The simple answer should be, why not try? What could be the harm? Meanwhile, even if movies such as Bullet to the Head dont inspire widespread shooting rampages, whats the need for them?
Shoot-em-up, car-chase action TV shows or movies may contribute to our violent society, or they may not have as much influence as some critics perceive. Who knows? To me, these sorts of stories have no appeal or impact. They are shallow, sort of childish in a way. Still, the advertisement for a Sly Stallone flick, Bullet to the Head, is cause for an inner groan. With all the mass shootings of late, and the controversy over gun control, couldnt they have picked a different title? Or sadly, maybe thats exactly why such a title was chosen. For instance, consider if Im a loved one of a Sandy Nook victim, or an Aurora theater victim -or for that matter, a Saginaw homicide victim and I see a Bullet to the Head promo come across my TV screen. Sick and wrong. The fact that people would pay movie prices to see such mindless violence reflects a sickness
Governor Joins in celebration of Two Men And A Truck expansion

Lansing - Gov. Rick Snyder praised Two Men And A Truck International Inc.s decision to expand its corporate headquarters in Lansing, thanking the company for its continued investment in the state and for bringing new jobs to mid-Michigan. Two Men And A Truck is Gov. Rick Snyder a homegrown success story, Snyder said. Its expansion demonstrates a continuing commitment to Lansing and Michigan. The companys new investment and the jobs it will generate shows Michigans economic gardening in action. It demonstrates that bold reforms to our business climate and our states world-class talent are now putting Michigan at the top of the nations best places to locate, expand and grow new jobs. Two Men And A Truck is the first and largest local moving franchise system in the United States, offering a full range of home and business moving services. The company has the opportunity to grow its number of franchise locations and plans to expand its corporate headquarters in Delhi Township. Employees at the headquarters will provide services for customer care, franchise business consultants, training and development, service desk and a call center. The project will generate a total capital investment of up to $3.95 million and create 125 jobs over the next five years. As a result of the expansion, the company has been awarded a $350,000 Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant. The expansion of Two Men And A Trucks headquarters will further strengthen its Michigan presence and provide additional good jobs for years to come, said Michigan Economic Development Corp. President and CEO Michael A. Finney. The companys decision to expand in Michigan is a strong statement about the great opportunities that, thanks to our business climate improvements, Michigan now offers to growing companies. Two Men and A Truck was founded in the 1980s in Okemos by two teenaged brothers, Brig and Jon Sorber. In 1989 it was franchised by their mother, Mary Ellen Sheets. Today Two Men And A Truck employs nearly 80 people at its corporate office in Lansing. There are 234 locations operating in 34 states in the U.S., 19 locations in Canada, one in Ireland and one in the United Kingdom. The company is still privately owned. The Michigan Banner encourages letters from our readers. Expressed opinions must have the writers signature, address and phone number, and can be e-mailed to themichiganbanner@ gmail.com (Only the names will be published with the letters).
What is your opinion? Unemployed workers in their fifties are finding themselves in a difficult situation. Theyre too young to retire but they may also be too old to be re-hired
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chenelle harkless selected as the Judge Marable student of the year

Flint - Flint 68th District Judge Herman Marable, Jr. and his Citizens Advisory Committee announced that Chenelle Harkless, of Flint has been selected as the Judge Marable Student of the Year for the 2011-2012 school year. Chenelle, 16, is currently Chenelle Harkless a junior at Northwestern High School in Flint. She was selected by Judge Marables Citizens Advisory Committee on the basis of her application and essay. Chenelle is looking forward to a career as an attorney or judge. Her extra-curricular activities at school include serving as drum major of the marching band, basketball, softball, crosscountry, track and field and participating with Wildcats in Motion. Her interests include reading and writing. As a Judge Marable Student of the Year, Brittney will receive a $500.00 award, trophy, and certificate. Chenelles name has been engraved on a plaque on permanent display at the 68th District Courthouse. The Judge Marable Student of the Month/ Year program was established in 2004 by Judge Marable and his Citizens Advisory Committee to encourage Genesee County high school students to focus on academic achievement and career goals. Each month during the school year (SeptemberJune) a 10th grade student is recognized and awarded a $75.00 prize, trophy, and certificate based on the completion of an application and essay about their career goals. At the end of the school year, one of the monthly awardees will be selected as Judge Marables Student of the Year and will receive a $500.00 savings bond. Tenth grade students who are city of Flint or Genesee County residents, or who attend public, charter, or private schools located in Genesee County are eligible to apply for the Judge Marable Student of the Month/Year Award. Further information on the Judge Marable Student of the Month/Year Award and applications are available on line from www.judgemarable. net or from high school guidance counselors, principals, or from the office of Judge Herman Marable, Jr., Courtroom 1, 68th District Court, 630 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, Michigan 48502, Phone (810) 597-7795.
PNc Grow up Great Grant

Last year the PNC Foundation awarded the Public Libraries of Saginaw a $33,639.00 grant to introduce a new program that would teach local children about sharing, saving and spending, and to equip their parents with resources to reinforce the lessons. Payable over a two year period, this funding has allowed the Public Libraries of Saginaw to further extend our librarys mission of providing programs and services that improve school readiness for young children and their families. During the last phase of this project, Childrens staff will present special storytimes, host a Financial Family Fun Fair and also provide childcare providers with the necessary tools and resources to teach this valuable concept in their programs. Local PNC staff will also be present during the activities to help promote financial literacy. The following free programs are open to families and their young children: sharing, saving and spending Preschool storytimes: Tuesday, March 5 @ 10:00 a.m. - hoyt Library Friday, March 22 @ 10:30 a.m. - Zauel Library Children will receive a special book and activity guide
Programs for children, Tweens & Teens

Brain-Buster Bingo will be held on Tuesday, March 5 at 4:30 p.m., at Claytor Library, 1410 N. 12th. As the second half of the school year approaches, many school-aged children will be finishing standardized tests for the year. Whether its MEAP, SAT/ACT there are many words on the test that tend to confuse children. But no need to worry! Claytor Library will be hosting BrainBuster Bingo as a way to get school-aged children and tweens acquainted with commonly used test words. Children ages 8-13 are welcome to win prizes and learn new words.
is there ever a right time to give into peer pressure?

I personally feel that theres never a right time to give into peer pressure. No one should ever have time for peer pressure because we should be too busy trying to set positive examples. - Tori Media Intern
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celebrating our Future During National Womens Month
I had to make my own living and my own opportunity! But I made it! Dont sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them Madam C.J. Walker
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Education
By Dr. Craig Douglas Superintendent of Schools Carrollton School District Guest Educational Journalist
When you know better you do better. - Maya Angelou
As we welcome in a new year, let us all gather ones thoughts and reflect upon what is important. The value Maya Angelou describes is sometimes sadly undervalued. It seems lately that changes are made quickly, perhaps based upon good intentions, rather than studied and processed. This is especially true of my chosen field, education. It is as if we were all in a huge reality television show. We must get everything done in a neat block of time (is it two hours? two weeks? two months?), deducting time for commercials. (Trust me; there are many commercials in my chosen field, education). If we dont, we are accused of resisting change, obstructing the process, or serving only adults. When truly deep down, all of us know that, when you know better you do better. So what is it we know? We know we want all students to learn, efficiently, and effectively. Yet, some dont. We want all schools to be successful, for their students to have good attendance, to score well on required tests, and to be responsible children/adolescents/young adults. Yet, some arent. We want our beloved State of Michigan to be successful, to compete in the Midwest/nationally/ globally, on multiple levels. Yet, sometimes we dont. So what is to be done about the gap in what we want to see happen and what actually is? My purpose in posing this difficult question is not to provide the one answer of what should be done but instead, to describe three strategies
that I believe should not be done. First, I believe we should not leap to massive revisions of any segment of public education. The Oxford Foundation is currently looking to revise how schools are funded. That is all well and good; educational funding has been a mess for the past decade. I can sum it up for you in one word from the past decade: Pro-ration. No system that has used a pro-ration beyond improvement. We have not had pro-ration since Governor Snyder took office (thank you)........but it still exists and was used extensively during the long, long recession of the previous eight years. This is not good. However, that does not mean the entire system of funding needs to be thrown out and a new one invented. Instead, it means the funding system needs to be repaired. Better training for teachers is another worthy goal to pursue, but we should resist closing teacher training systems (many Colleges of Education are very good) nor should we remove all professional development requirements. I could go on and on........but I would ask you this: Do you junk a car because it has a noise under the hood? Why would you junk huge portions of the educational system that can be repaired? Second, we should not throw criticism at others when we are defending our own points of view. Less blame, please, and more analysis from all stakeholders. That includes parents, teachers, principals, superintendents, and Boards of Education, including students, grandparents, bus drivers, and secretaries, as well as business, labor, and the public sector. (Even the legislature!) Bring everyone to the tablethe media, tooabsent the hostility and without blame. Lets embrace a spirit of how to improve the current system, together.
Third, we should not make things more unstable. Frankly, the air is pretty rough out there already. Making MORE turbulence may not be the smartest thing to do right now. Public schools in many cases, are barely hanging on for dear life. The same can be said for some private schools, and even the colleges/universities are feeling the pinch. Can we agree that college is important for Michigan graduates? Yet barriers to attend college seem to be mounting with every tuition increase! Lets look about us and seek a pleasant peninsula, for crying out loud. Have some good legislation in mind? Great! Set up the hearings and take testimony. Let all ideas be heard, and seek implementation that will be most helpful to students, most of all, and all stakeholders, in general. Remember, bigger does not equate to better. Simple solutions may work, but more than likely the better solutions are more complex and take time to plan. And, be respectful of the fact that a lot is happening already, even if nothing new is done. (I am not suggesting that nothing new be doneI am stating the fact that a great deal is happening now, independent of more new plans.) Exhale. Look at a bigger picture. I am proud of my chosen field, education. I am glad I have served in Michigan schools all of my 39 year career. In my heart I believe I have helped a lot of students and have positively impacted people, in general, and in return they have done even more for me. For that I am grateful. I love my community and appreciate my role, more today than ever before. I am absolutely convinced that, When you know better you do better. Thank you, Maya Angelou!
I like a teacher who gives you something to take home to think about besides homework. -- Edith Ann, Lily Tomlin
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Moving Forward in Buena Vista school District

By Dr. Deborah Hunter-Harvill Superintendent of Schools Buena Vista School District Guest Educational Journalist As the school year sails by, the Buena Vista School District is continuing to endeavor to discover new and uncharted waters of opportunity. I am very excited about the many obstacles we have overcome and continue to strategize for a strong school year conclusion. I strongly encourage the Buena Vista and surrounding community at large to come out and celebrate this first phase of the Comeback Story of the Year. This communication alone is a strong testament to the strides being made to ensure that Buena Vista has a fair vantage point to express our accomplishments and solicit your support. A few of our district highlights include: District partnerships with Saginaw Valley State University, Michigan Banner, Buena Vista Literacy Corp, Victorious Believers Ministries, Wayne State University, Saginaw Preparatory Academy, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., NAACP, Learn It, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Citizens Bank, Department of Human Services, Saginaw Township, Saginaw Public, Michigan Association African American Superintendents, Michigan Association of School Boards, National Alliance of Black School Educators, Michigan Association of School Administrators, Next Media, Word Up, Saginaw News, Francis Reh Academy, Solutions Behavioral Health, Health Delivery, Nexteer, Delta College, Buena Vista Charter Township, Renaissance Learning and much more. student Achievement accomplishments include: o Approval of Buena Vista High Schools School Improvement Grant o Approval from the Michigan Department of Education on the Title I Consolidated Application. Provision included appropriations for professional development, supplementary purchases in best practices o One-on-One tutoring, requested by parents for students o Implemented Best Practice Strategies for instructional usage o Created and implemented an Academic Advisory Task Force to make decisions based on Data o Utilization of Continuous Improvement Model o Actualized a Wayne State University Kales Apprenticeship for ACT preparation o MEAP gains in Grades 6 in reading and writing! Parent and Family involvement o Opened three new parent resource centers in each building to promote involvement o Bi-Monthly family night events o Parent/School perception survey o First Annual Parent Leadership Conference Special Congratulations to the Buena Vista High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team on their victory as the reigning Champions of the Michigan Summit League!! Go Lady Knights! The district is working collaboratively to creatively sustain the district through these economic times. Be on the lookout for those ideas to come into full fruition as we approach the following school year. I would like to extend a personal invitation to attend our next superintendent Dialogue session to discuss these very issues. Please join me on Monday, March 4, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. The location is Buena Vista High School, 3945 Holland Road, Saginaw, Michigan. Look forward to seeing each of you!
Great Lakes Bay Region science, Technology, and engineering Fair

The 2013 Great Lakes Bay Region Science, Technology, and Engineering Fair, will be held for High school students from the Great Lakes Bay Region (Saginaw, Bay City, Midland, and surrounding areas) at Delta College on Saturday, March 9, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The fair provides an exciting opportunity for high school students to compete regionally in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These areas of study are crucial as students develop career and college readiness skills in a competitive global society. Participation in a science fair develops creative and analytical skills while incorporating research and the scientific method. 7:30 am - 9:00 am - Student Check-In and Setup 8:00 am - 9:00 am - Judge Check-In/Orientation 9:15 am - 9:30 am - Student Orientation 9:00 am - 12:00 noon - Judging of Projects 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm - Lunch 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Judging of Projects 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Judges Final Caucus/Public Viewing 4:00 pm 5:30 pm Awards Program Students will have numerous opportunities to earn awards, scholarships, and recognition through their participation in the regional science fair. The top ten students will represent the region at the Michigan Science and Engineering Fair at Kettering University. The top three overall winners will compete at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona.
He who opens a school door, closes a prison. ~Victor Hugo

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All Area Arts Awards seeking Nominees for Their commitment to the Arts
The Saginaw Arts & Enrichment Commission is currently seeking nominees for its twentyfourth annual All Area Arts Awards. Deadline for Nominations is March 31, 2013. Nominees must be individuals, businesses, media, artists, arts programs, volunteers, or civic leaders from SAGINAW COUNTY who have made a significant impact on the arts at a national, state, or local level. Award Categories include; Individual, Non-profit and Business or Corporate. Nomination forms are available at the Andersen Enrichment Center at 120 Ezra Rust Drive in Saginaw, by calling 989.759.1363 extension 223 to have a form mailed, or by visiting www.artsaginaw.org to download a nomination form. Completed Nomination Forms must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Andersen Enrichment Center by March 31, 2013. Winners will be announced at the All Area Arts Awards on Thursday, May 2, at The Dow Event Center. Prior award recipients include the New Reformation Band, Saginaw African Cultural Festival, Mike Brush, Bronners CHRISTmas Wonderland, Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra, Saginaw Art Museum, Citizens Bank, artist and author Jean Beach, The Saginaw News, Tri-Star Trust Bank and many others.
Northwood and united Ways campus connection Making an impact

Midland - Last fall, Northwood University and United Way announced a new program called Campus Connection (C2). The goal of C2 is to engage students, staff and faculty at Northwood in building a stronger community through volunteerism. In the fall semester alone, they dedicated over 3,500 hours across Midland County. To date, more than 40 projects have been completed with a volunteer value of nearly $77,000. Students kicked off the initiative with a back-to-school project, packing more than 10,000 meal kits for Kids Against Hunger. The mens basketball teams boarded a bus to Camp Neyati, and invested 150 hours to prepare the camp for winter. The athletes raked, cleaned and hauled so that area children will be able to enjoy a wholesome camp experience next summer. Additionally, more than sixty volunteers erected a fence and helped with fall clean-up at the new 1016 Recovery Residence on Isabella Road. Students are engaging in volunteerism for the traditional reasons of strengthening their resumes, developing leadership skills and networking, shared Bill Bateman, President of Northwood Universitys Michigan Campus. But they come away from the experience with an understanding of community issues and the good feeling that comes from helping a stranger. To learn more about Campus Connection, contact United Way Campus Volunteer Manager, Rebecca Rekeweg, at (989)631-3670 or Rekeweg@unitedwaymidland.org.
knitters Needed!
yarn Bomb Project Planned for Michigan historical Museum

A popular form of street art is coming to Lansing on Friday, May 31, when the Michigan Historical Museum will be the site of a yarn bombing. The museum is seeking knitting enthusiasts from around the state to participate in the project, starting with a series of Stitch Labs each month at the museum, located at 702 W. Kalamazoo St. in downtown Lansing. Yarn bombing also known as guerilla knitting or grandma graffiti is a form of street art that incorporates knitted or crocheted shapes to cover objects in public spaces: poles, bus seats, benches, statues or monuments. Examples of projects from around the world can be found at www.yarnbombing.com. The Stitch Labs are designed to bring yarn enthusiasts together to create yarn pieces for the Yarn Bomb. The pieces will be installed at the museum on May 31, in time for the June 1, Be a Tourist in Your Own Town event in Lansing. The stitch Labs will be held on saturdays March 23, April 27, and May 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the museum. Two Childrens Stitch Labs will be held for youth who are interested in basic knitting, crocheting and weaving techniques. These kidfriendly events are scheduled for Saturdays, March 16, and April 20, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the museum. Visitors can participate in the labs for a few minutes or a few hours. For more information on the Michigan Historical Museum, go to www. michigan.gov/museum or call 517-373-3559.
We are honoring
We are honoring women in the Great Lakes Bay Region during the Month of March, National Womens Month. If you would like to submit a name of someone you know has made an impact within the community, send in the complete information with a photo, and your contact information to themichiganbanner@ gmail.com
I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do. Helen Keller
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Natural Resource education Programs

Looking for inspiration and new ideas? The 10 a.m. -10:45 a.m. Lions and Carp and Michigan DNR will be offering six presentations Bears, Oh MY with Kevin Frailey for educators at the 2013 Michigan Science 1 p.m. -1:45 p.m. How to Become a Teachers Association (MSTA) conference at Tree Detective with Craig Kasmer Eastern Michigan University, March 8 and 9. On 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Michigan Rocks with Friday, DNR staff will be offering presentations Alan Wernette all day: All of these are offered in the Science 9 a.m. -9:45 a.m. Nature in and Out Complex and are certified as sessions to receive of the Classroom with Natalie Elkins SB-CEUs (now known as State Continuing Education Clock Hours) The first two sessions offered by Elkins and Frailey are also offered at the same times Saturday morning at the Student Center . The MSTA conference is the largest gathering of science teachers in the state. For more information, visit http://www.msta-mich. org/
cMus McNair scholars Program Receives Five-year Funding from u.s. Department of education
Mt. Pleasant - Central Michigan Universitys McNair Scholars Program was recently awarded more than $1.1 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Education. The five-year funding agreement comes on the heels of news that more than 50 McNair Scholars Programs are being cut across the nation due to reduced federal funds. The McNair Scholars Program, named in honor of astronaut Ronald E. McNair who died as a result of the explosion on space shuttle Challenger in 1986, works to assist low income, first generation and underrepresented college students in pursuing their doctorate degrees. Since CMUs inaugural class in 1999, the program has served more than 140 students. It takes a certain kind of student to be a McNair scholar, says Ruth senior Jennifer Messing, who joined the McNair program in 2011. If youre the type of person that thrives on being challenged, its definitely something to check out. Nearly half of CMUs McNair scholars go on to their masters degrees with approximately 20 percent enrolled in doctoral programs across the nation. To date, four McNair scholars have received their doctorates with more than 25 students currently enrolled in doctoral programs. Three current CMU students and McNair doctorate in womens studies at the University of Maryland, Blake says she owes a lot of her success in her new program to the skills she learned while being a McNair scholar at CMU. She says the program is about more than helping students pursue their doctorate. The McNair program specializes in the smaller details, Blake said. Its the finer details youll need in order to prepare for graduate school. When students decide to pursue graduate school, they may need a little tweaking and structure. Thats what the McNair program does. Rebecca Mercado Thornton, 2008 CMU and McNair Scholars Program alumna, completed her doctoral program in communication at Ohio University and is recently employed as a tenuretrack assistant professor at Oakland University. Thornton says the McNair program prepared her for the next step in her academic career. I know that I would not be a tenure-track assistant professor at my age without the McNair program, Mercado Thornton said. The McNair program and my faculty advisor not only gave me the skills to get in to and survive graduate school, but also the confidence to even apply. The McNair program exposes students to something most other students at CMU would not otherwise have access to.
CMUs McNair Scholars Program scholars, including Messing, were recently accepted into fully funded doctoral programs this year. Messing will begin her joint dietetic internship and doctoral program at Cornell University in the fall, which she says would not have been possible without the McNair program. McNair gives you so much support, Messing said. In addition to financial support and Graduate Record Examination preparation, we had the opportunity to work with really great mentors who we could talk to about anything. Having that support was really important in building my confidence and assuring me that I was prepared to succeed in a program like Cornells. CMU alumna Donnesha Blake joined the McNair program in 2011. Now pursuing her
Books for Breakfast Saturday, March 2, 9 a.m. to 11:20 a.m.
Hunger Solution Center, 940 E. Genesee, $3.00 per person, Free Book for Every Child For more information call 989.755.8402 or visit www.READinSaginaw.org
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Intersection of Business & Wealth

create an unstoppable Vision for your Financial Life
By Leslie Cunningham Many years ago i listened to the audio book, Fish Tales. This is an incredible story about John Yokoyama, the owner of the Seattle Pikes Place fish market and how he took it from a struggling work place, where staff fights and employee walk-outs were the norm to the financially successful, worldfamous fish market that it is today. Do you know what he attributed his success to? Connecting his staff to a unified purpose. He did this by working with his staff to identify their mission/ vision. They decided that they wanted to be world famous. But not just in terms of being known throughout the world. Their inspiration was to interact with customers in a way that made a world famous difference for each and every customer regardless of whether they bought fish or not. Pick up most any book on building a thriving business and you will find this is one of the key ingredients to business success. This same concept applies to creating financial success in your personal life. Many people are familiar with the idea of writing a vision or mission for a business but not for their personal lives. In case youre not familiar let me give you two very simple definitions: A vision provides you with a visual image of what youre striving towards. A mission connects you with your lifes purpose. creating our own Vision During a camping trip several years ago I asked my husband, Would you be willing to work with me to create a mission/vision for our marriage and our financial life? He agreed. What could our vision be? We wondered. During an afternoon hike we brainstormed ideas. We agreed that we wanted our vision to be simple. Finally, after much discussion we came up with our vision, to be a worldclass winning team. This is what our vision means to us: My husband and I strive to be a winning team when it comes to handling our finances and communicating as a couple. Heres one example of how this mission/vision has guided us in our relationship. using our Vision as a Guiding Force in our Lives I remember shortly after we created our vision we had a disagreement. I was upset with my husband, certain that I was right, and he was wrong. however, in a brief moment of clarity i said a quick prayer asking for how to best approach our conversation. Immediately, the following thought entered my mind, How would a team player handle this situation right now? The answer came to me. SEE P 14, Vision for Your Financial Life
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saginaw county chamber of commerce Welcomes New Members

cck Pizza company (Dominos Pizza) 3764 Dixie Highway, Saginaw, MI 48601 2700 State Street, Saginaw, MI 48602 (989) 746-6000 (989) 792-0030 Teppanyaki Grill & supreme Buffet 3210 Bay Rd., Saginaw, MI 48603 (989) 793-0888
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spence Brothers Wins 3rd consecutive Build Michigan Award
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Representatives from Spence Brothers attended the Associated General Contractors of Michigans Annual Meeting in Battle Creek on Friday, February 22, 2013 to accept the prestigious 2012 Build Michigan Award for the historic renovation to The University of Michigans Yost Ice Arena. To view photos and additional information regarding the Yost Ice Arena project, visit www.spencebrothers.com.
Dont limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve. Mary Kay Ash, founder Mary Kay Cosmetics
FROM P 13, Vision for Your Financial Life A team player would remain calm, hear her husbands point of view, and yet speak her truth as well, without blame or judgment. I immediately implemented my inspiration. The outcome amazed me. While I still felt tension as we discussed the issue, but I didnt react or blame, which in turn had a calming effect on my husband. He became more understanding and less defensive. Dont get me wrong; we dont always have the clarity of mind to take the high road. However, when we feel stuck we often ask ourselves, How would a winning team handle this particular situation? As a result of continually asking this question, we gain new insight and direction. how Does This Apply to you? What is the vision you have for your life and financial situation? Think about this as you go about your day. What do you want to accomplish, and how do you want to affect others? Powerful visions begin with how we act as individuals and end with how we can affect the world, even in small ways. A vision gives you something to strive towards. And remember, it doesnt mean you have to be perfect, it just means that you commit to keep showing up and staying the course each day. Leslie Cunningham is a certified money coach, certified marketing & business coach, who specialize in working with women entrepreneurs. Visit http://www.FinancialDating.com for additional information.
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saginaw Future is Driving the Future!
Saginaw Future Inc. (SFI) recently celebrated its 21st Annual Awards Luncheon, which was attended by more than 400 business and community leaders at the Horizons Conference Center. SFI recognized 35 economic development projects from 2012 that led to nearly $241 million invested in Saginaw County. Along with the Economic Excellence Awards, Merrill Technologies Group was selected as the Saginaw Future Procurement Technical Assistance Center Contractor of the Year for the second year in a row. JoAnn Crary, Saginaw Business leadership and quality companies loFuture President cated in Saginaw County and the Great Lakes Bay Region are Driving the Future, said SFI Chairman Richard J. Garber. In 2012, over 1,000 jobs were created and retained due to their commitment. Saginaw County and the Great Lakes Bay Region saw the continued resurgence of the auto industry with major investments by Nexteer Automotive and GM-Saginaw Metal Casting Operations. Advanced Manufacturing had impressive gains with12 projects and the Health Services and Medical Device sectors announced major investments by the CMU College of Medicine, Covenant HealthCare, Dow Corning, HIMS and more. Six service oriented companies added to the diversification of our local economy, included a major investment by Morley Companies, along with new renewable energy projects and agribusiness. Saginaw Future President JoAnn Crary stated, The successful projects announced in 2012 are the direct result of collaboration and pursuit of growth for Saginaw County and the Region. The Economic Excellence Awards feature the companies investing in our community, which are supported by economic organizations, workforce development, local leadership and the State. The Annual Awards Luncheon featured speaker was Laurent Bresson, president and COO for Nexteer Automotive. Bresson highlighted Nexteers turnaround and its commitment to community. To view the Saginaw Future is Driving the Future! video visit http:// www.youtube.com/marketingsaginaw
Terry Reed
Sales Professional Used Cars
(L-R) Customer Theresa Marshall, with Sales Professional, Terry Reed
Phone (989) 667-2000 Ext 341 Direct (989) 460-0341 Fax (989) 667-0103 E-Mail terry.reed@labadieauto.com Website www.labadieauto.com Labadie Buick Cadillac GMC 711 S. Euclid Ave. Bay City, MI 48706
entrepreneur Book Review

By Sandra Cochrane, Technology Business Consultant At the end of 2011 I wrote an article in which I listed the ten books I think every entrepreneur should read. During the past two years, lots of new books have been published, and I got around to reading some older books. Three of my old favorites have been replaced by newer selections, and Id like to share them with you. So, here is the updated list of my favorite books and why I like them so much. The Startup Owners Manual (Steve Blank). Building upon the Business Model Canvas craze, this book delves more deeply into many of the topics first explored in The Four Steps to the Epiphany yet is easier to read. Combined with Blanks Lean Launchpad program through Stanford (www.udacity.com), this is the book I recommend first to any entrepreneur I encounter. The basis of this book is not only testing customer demand but business model validationhow the company will make money. Until customers can be found and a scalable model developed, no company should move forward into business plan creation and execution. The concepts in this book are simple yet monumentally important and easily implemented. Go buy it right now (and no, I dont get a commission on every sale!).
sVsu student earns honor at Michigans Model Arab League
Saginaw Valley State University student Jared Quist, a communications major from Saginaw, received an honorable mention for his performance representing Qatar in the Council of Arab Social Affairs Ministers at the Michigan Model Arab League. The conference was held February 14-16 in Grand Rapids. At this conference, SVSU student delegations represented Qatar and Oman. Approximately 150 students from 10 different schools represented 16 Arab States at the annual conference, a regional version of the national Model Arab League. Students are judged by their debating skills and involvement. For more information on SVSUs Model United Nations program, offered through the Center for Public Policy and Service, visit www.svsu.edu/ politicalscience/cpps.
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Authors W. James Richardson 1356 Woodside Street Saginaw, MI 988-753-0233 www.wjamesrichardson.com Auto 2 Fresh Detail Kenny Jackson 300 N. Niagara Street Saginaw, MI 48602 989-239-7012 Labadie Olds 711 S. Euclid Bay City, MI 48706 Terry Reed Sales Professional 989-667-2000 Ext. 341 Direct 989-460-0341 Fax 989-667-0103 E-mail terry.reed@labadieauto.com Website www.labadieauto.com McDonald Pontiac-GMC, Inc. 5155 State Street Saginaw, MI 48603 Leon V. Washington Sales & Leasing Professional 989-790-5155 Leonwa1@yahoo.com Saginaw Valley Ford Lincoln Gil Johnson, President 4201 Bay Road Saginaw, MI 48603 989.792.1700 1.800.479.8651 Bakeries Lighthouse Bakery 285 S. Outer Drive Saginaw, MI 989-754-7088 Fax 989-754-7099 Banquet Facilities Rowan - West Facility 1400 W. Genesee Saginaw, Michigan 989-753-3475 Beauty Illusions Beauty Salon Valerie King Owner/Operator 1400 W. Genesee Street Saginaw, Michigan 989-755-2666/989-755-3883 LocAccents Tonita Lawson Sisterlocks Consultant 6327 Laurentian Ct. Flint, MI 48532 810-240-9665 www.Sisterlocks.com Reflection of U Too 2103 Sheridan Ave. Saginaw, Michigan 989-753-4600 Sports Barbershop 1400 W. Genesee Saginaw, Michigan 989-992-2600
Business Directory
Unique Cuts & Massage 1502 Court Street Saginaw, MI 48602 989-327-2338 Unique Cuts II 3125 E. Holland Saginaw, MI 48601 989-327-2338 Business Solutions The Growth Coach Cal Talley, Owner 293 Provincial Ct. #78 989-401-6229 C.Talley@The GrowthCoach.com www.The GrowthCoach.com Carrollton Public Schools Craig C. Douglas Superintendent P.O. Box 517 Carrollton, MI 48724 (989) 754-1475 Fax (989) 754-1470 Direct Dial (989) 399-8860 cdouglas@carrollton.k12.mi.us Cleaning Services Extreme Carpet & Upholstery William & Denise Murphy - Owners Commercial & Residential Janitorial Services 989-753-3335 Best Choice Floor Maintenance & Carpet Cleaning 989-316-8327 bestchoicefmandcc@hotmail.com Community Centers and Services First Ward Community Services 1410 N. 12th Street Saginaw, Michigan 989-753-0411 Construction Kingdom Builders Jim Shafley, President 2210 Annesley Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989. 948.8094 www.kingdombuildersmi.org Consultants EnviCare Consulting, Inc. Billy J. Strawter, Sr., President 2809 Blairmont Drive Midland, MI 48622 989.839.9177 www.envicareinc.com Dentists Jack W. Nash, DDS Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry 1320 S. Washington Ave. Saginaw, Michigan 48601 989-752-1200 Fashion Where Did U Get That Hat? Specialize in Custom Designs Sundays Best Yvonne Ellison/Milliner Phone 989-529-4193 E-mail: yeellison@aol.com Financial City of Saginaw Block Grant & Rehab Program 1315 S. Washington Avenue, Room Saginaw, MI 48601 989-759-1530 Saginaw Economic Development Corporation Shontaye Bibbs 1315 S. Washington Avenue, Room 207 Saginaw, MI 48601 989-759-1395 sbibbs@saginaw-mi.com Florists Erikas Flowers 214 Federal Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 989-755-9330 www.erikasflowerssaginaw.com Food & Dining Spencers Route 46 Spence Dambro Proprietor 5530 Gratiot 989-793-3400 Saginaw, MI 48638 www.spencersfinefood.com Funeral Homes Deisler Funeral Home 2233 Hemmeter Rd. Saginaw, MI 48603 989.799.1151 Graphics/Digital TBF Graphics Digital 803 S. Washington Ave. Saginaw, Michigan 989-752-5540 TBFGRAPHICS.COM TBFDIGITAL.COM Heating and Cooling HORIZON Azola Williams 989-755-8650 Business 989-233-3295 Cell Photography E.B. Studio 212 Washington Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 989-397-4144 Quality Photo 124 N. Michigan Saginaw, MI 48602 989-790-8130
Publications David Hall Crimiel Publications LLC POB 20061 Saginaw, Michigan 48602 REALTORS Keller Williams Gregg Matekel 4177 Fashion Square Blvd. Suite 3 Saginaw, MI 48603 989-792-8200 x188 Office 989-529-3244 Cell Fax: 989-401-5172 Restaurants Brother Arthurs Fish & More 2522 E. Genesee Saginaw, MI 989-752-0200 Rite Spot 1205 Lapeer Saginaw, MI 48601 989-754-6001 Savoy Bar & Grill 127 S. Franklin Street Saginaw, MI 48607 989.754.9660 Retailers GREEKS R US 2203 E. Genesee Saginaw, MI 48601 989-755-4925 riggins52@charter.net Shoe Repair Morgans Shoe Repair 308 Federal Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 989-754-6155 Tailors Executive Tailoring Christopher E. Eddington Master Tailor 418 Court Street Saginaw, MI 48602 989-791-0037 chrissgnw@aol.com 24 hour service Tax Services Robert McDuffy Tax & Accounting Service/ERO e-file 2127 Ledyard Saginaw, MI 48601 Business - 989-443-0115 Fax 989-752-1467 rmcduffy@aol.com Transportation McFadden Charter Service, LLC Howard McFadden 1200 E. Moore Rd. Saginaw, Michigan 989-777-7038 / 989-751-1461 Howard bigmac@charter.net
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Health
Better Choices, Better Medicine, Better Healing

Waltham, Mass. - In recognition of National Kidney Month this March, Chef Aaron McCargo, Jr. is taking his kidney-friendly recipes and signature flavor of bold cuisine on the road to several U.S. cities. Organized and sponsored by Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), this four-city tour is intended to call attention to how diets featuring fresh, flavorful ingredients can be healthy for patients on dialysis, as well as tasty, affordable, easy to prepare, and great for the whole family. An estimated 26 million Americans with chronic kidney disease (CKD) are at risk for kidney failure, for which the only treatments are a kidney transplant or dialysis. McCargos culinary tour, which includes clinic visits that are free and open to the public, kicks off in Chicago on March 14, World Kidney Day, then moves on to: Kansas City, Mo., on March 15 and 16 Birmingham, Ala., on March 19 and 20 Louisville, Ky., on March 27 At each stop, McCargo host of the Food Network show Big Daddys House will visit dialysis clinics to meet with patients and their families to share kidney-friendly cooking tips, food samples and recipes developed in collaboration with FMCNA dietitians. He will also unveil a new recipe in each city, influenced by that regions cuisine. Detailed locations and event schedules can be found at http://www.ultracare-dialysis.com/ kidneymonth, and the new recipes will also be posted there, starting on the day McCargo visits each city. Dialysis is a life-sustaining process that cleans waste products and removes extra fluids from a persons blood when CKD leads to kidney failure. To stay healthy, people on dialysis have to control their levels of potassium, phosphorus, salt and saturated fats by limiting their intake of certain foods. And as McCargos delicious meals demonstrate, dialysis patients dont have to settle for food thats boring or bland. Were pleased to launch Chef McCargos national tour, which provides a great opportunity to share his renal-friendly cooking tips and inspire people living with kidney failure, said Carolyn Latham, vice president of clinical quality and UltraCare at FMCNA. His uniquely flavorful recipes help patients realize they can live a better life on dialysis and get more enjoyment from eating than they think. To encourage healthier eating habits during National Kidney Month, FMCNA offers the following five tips for using less salt by substituting bold, fresh herbs and spices: From Bland to Bold: Five Spices to Use Instead of Salt 1. Chili powder* tastes great in chili or taco meat flavoring. Also try adding it to rubs. 2. Smoked paprika adds a deep brown
Food Network chef Aaron Mccargo, Jr. hits the Road with Tips for No-salt cooking for National kidney Month
color to bread-crumb casserole toppings, barbecue rubs or to seasoning blends for sauting or searing any proteins. Also adds a great smoky flavor to marinades. 3. Lemon zest adds a lively taste to bread crumbs, breaded chicken tenders and fish sticks or to renal-friendly vegetables like eggplant or string beans. Also great in dressings and marinades, or mixed with dry spices and used as a rub for broiled or baked seafood. 4. Dried oregano enhances the flavor of scampi sauces and combines well with lemon zest. Gives steamed vegetables or tossed salads a fresh, earthy taste and aroma. Or add it to fajita seasonings, along with chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and lemon zest. 5. Italian seasoning* a blend of thyme, oregano, and basil is great for finishing off sauces such as stroganoff or gravies. Works well on baked, grilled, or sauted proteins with lemon zest and a little oil. Or add it to lemon zest, juice, and olive oil to make dressings or marinade. * Most brands are salt-free, but check to be sure youre using a salt-free product. FMCNA encourages people to visit www. ultracare-dialysis.com to see Chef McCargos renal diet recipes and view his online cooking demonstration videos. Dialysis patients can also find fitness tips, recipes, videos, and other information about staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle on the website.
kidney Question: Do you know Filters or the functioning unit of the kidney are called: Neurons Nephrons Tubules Follicle
- Neurons are the units of nervous system. - Tubules are tubular structure and present in many body structures. - Follicles are present in the ovaries of females Answer: Nephrons - They are microscopic filters that remove wastes from the blood and transfer it to the collecting tubules of the urinary system. Each Kidney has one million nephrons. Source: www.medindia.net/medical-quiz/quiz-on-kidney
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Dr. Jack Nash has been practicing dentistry for over 35 years. he is a graduate of the university of Michigan Dental school. To ask Dr. Nash dental questions write to him at: Dr. Jack W. Nash, PoB 1442, saginaw, Mi 48607, or email him at Drjacknash@aol.com. All opinions discussed in these articles are those of Dr. Nash; treatment options should be discussed with an individuals personal dentist. Dear Dr. Nash: I am a high school senior and I am thinking about going into the dental field for a career. I love to work with people and my hands. I have tried to talk to some dentists about becoming a dentist, but it seems like they are either too busy or just dont want to talk to me. Can you give me the ins and outs on what I have to do to enter the dental field? Xavier Xavier: I am glad that you are considering the dental field for a career. In recent articles I have read there will be an increase of 20% for the demand of dental related careers. I have to let you know that most jobs related to the dental field will need some kind of college degree or equivalent but the financial gains and personal achievement will be worth the effort. Besides being a dentist, there are many jobs related to the dental field that can help you earn a good living and help others, too. I am not saying do not try to become a dentist if your heart is set on it, but there are other jobs in dentistry that can also be
very satisfying. In the dental field there are people that work hand-in-hand with the dentist but do not require you to go to dental school. The jobs in the dental office are the dental assistants that work with the dentist all day long, the dental hygienist that works pretty independently in the same office cleaning teeth, and the frontline or business office staff. There is also the other side of dental work involving the people that actually make teeth or dental appliances. These are staffed by dental technicians and most of the technicians have their own laboratories that are not in any doctors dental office. I will give you a breakdown on the dental careers with the approximate education needed and their related salaries: Dental Assistant: Assistants are the individuals who assist the dentist chair side working directly with the patients. They can either be trained by a dentist or through completing a program at a trade school or a college, including community colleges. The programs can last any where from a few months to a couple of years. The average annual salary is around $20,000.00. Dental hygienist: Hygienist licensing will require a degree stemming from approximately 4 years of college. After completing approximately 2 years of foundation college courses, a candidate would apply to a Dental Hygiene program at the college. The great thing about this degree is that the average hygienist makes about $60,000.00 a year and has most weekends and holidays off. Dental Technician: The training required of the dental technician who makes teeth
for patients in a laboratory may require an advanced degree, but there are some that also learn on the job. The salary for a dental technician is between $20,000 and $100,000.00 a year. office management staff: The front desk personnel at a dental office will not always need a college education but will require business skills. Most front office staff will earn about $10,000.00 to $30,000.00 a year. Sometime an office will have separate receptionists and office/ business managers, but that will depend on the size of a dental office. Front office staff size will vary from office to office based on the number of dentists and clients served by the practice. Dentist: To become a dentist typically requires 4 years of undergraduate college and an additional 4 years of dental school. If you want to become a dental specialist, it will require another 2 to 4 years of college. At this time dental school is very competitive to get accepted to, but the economic rewards could be worth it. The average dentist makes over $100,000/year, but could make more depending on if the individual is a dental specialist like an orthodontist or endodontist. To become a dentist takes a long-term commitment and many years of college, but I think the long-term rewards are worth it. Dentists can be either self-employed or work in a group practice as a partner or as an associate. So Xavier hit the books, stay in school and get that dental degree. Good health and good promise, Dr. Jack W. Nash, DDS FAGD, 1320 S. Washington Ave., Saginaw, Michigan 486012591 - Office - 989.752.1200 Fax- 989.752.2481
BuRGLAR oN The PRoWL

By Sylvanus Barnes Member of the Antigua/Barbuda Glaucoma Support Group Theres a burglar on the prowl and hes right around the cornea; Hes called the thief of sight, The ubiquitous glaucoma. Hes silent, hes invisible, hes neither heard nor seen; hell smash your precious window if you disregard the screen. Hes a slippery, dangerous felon, and he needs to be arrested, but its up to you to do it; Stop glaucoma, GET TESTED.
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Problem Gambling: A New understanding of a community concern

Most of the time we focus on the gambler only in a family, during national problem gambling awareness week, March 3 to March 9, we have listed three different perspectives concerning gambling.
KIDS SPEAK OUT ABOUT GAMBLING

The casino was open all the time, and I know that any time I needed to be somewhere, there would be people there and something exciting for me to do. I went when I didnt feel like going to class, when I didnt want to be at home. I went when I had a lot of work to do because for the time I was sitting at the table I forgot about my work. I dont like going there with people anymore. I just want to be alone and be able to do my thing. I was happy there. Female, age 18 I cant expect any of my friends to understand what is going on. Male, age 17 I want to jump out of a plane... I think it would give me a similar rush. Female, age 18 I made gambling more important than anything else. Male, age 18 It was a game in the beginning, then I used it to kill time, then I realized it was a great escape. Male, age 17 What keeps me from going back is remembering how sick I was... I was not a real person anymore. Female, age 19 When I lose, its really good because I am on mission... I have something to do... try to win my money back. Male, age 18 No, money wasnt the reason for my gambling. But just like cars use gas, I used money. Female, age 19 When I was gambling, I woke up every day thinking this was going to be a big day. Male, age 17 Source: www.youthgambling.com
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Similarities Biological dependency on pleasure path Tension & relief Bio-psycho-social Loss of spirituality Lies to cover up behavior Denial a common response to confrontation High relapse potential Controls persons whole life Tolerance and withdrawal Chasing the high All are painkillers Physical distress Family illness Bankrupt emotionally and morally Neglect of responsibilities Differences Gambling connected to fantasy Gamblers favor suicide, alcoholics helpless and hopeless Fully functional until hitting bottom Money seen as drug and power Gambling disease model harder to accept Cannot measure gambling through blood, urine, or hair Gambling sponsored by religion and government Bailout or big win temporarily can stop self-destructive cycle Gambling win seen as solution to problems Gamblers tend to do it alone More difficult to define gambling No saturation point for gamblers Gambling recovery often requires significant financial restitution No hangover No preventative medication Often overlooked by professionals until late stages
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10. Adds structure and spirituality to my life 9. Source for my spirituality and values 8. A sense of self-confidence that led me to change careers from law to counseling 7. Began lifetime work on character defects 6. Time became friend rather than enemy 5. Gambling no longer mistress, now happily married 4. Provide clarity and purpose in my life 3. Gave me satisfaction of helping other problem gamblers 2. Realized untapped potential 1. Bless me with great friends and support network Jeffrey M. Beck, Chairman, NPGAW Committee Sources: www.npgaw.org, www.youthgambling.com
My Top 10 Benefits of Stopping Gambling

I am a compulsive gambler; my last bet was January 12, 1997. When I celebrated 10 years of abstinence, I compiled a list of my top ten benefits of stopping gambling. I share these in the hope that individuals with gambling problems can realize that treatment or self-help groups can not only help us to stop gambling but can lead to a richer, more full and productive life. Treatment works, it also matters. The goal of National Problem Gambling Awareness Week is to raise awareness about problem gambling and encourage people to get help. Problem gambling affects individuals, families and the community. Our theme this year Problem Gambling: A New Understanding of a Community Concern reflects that gambling disorders are now recognized as an addiction and are treatable.
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A child with Severe Emotional Disturbance gets support from many places. But that support only helps that child if each provider works as part of a well coordinated team. We maximize teamwork by making sure every step the team takes is focused on the betterment of that child.
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covenant healthcare Foundation seeks scholarship Applicants

To help develop the next generation of health care leaders, the Covenant HealthCare Foundation is proud to offer $24,000 in scholarship opportunities to area students to help further their education. These scholarships are available to the students who live in areas Covenant HealthCare has a presence, says Tom Mueller of the Covenant HealthCare Foundation. High school seniors from Saginaw, Bay, Tuscola, Arenac, Huron, Sanilac or Midland County pursuing an undergraduate degree in human medical sciences or a field directly related to health care are encouraged to apply. Additional scholarships are available for current Covenant employees and legal dependents of employees. We owe many thanks to the donors, by whose generosity these scholarships are made possible, says Mueller. Application forms are available at the Covenant HealthCare Foundation office or online at www. CovenantHealthCareFoundation.com Complete applications must be returned electronically or via mail no later than March 8, 2013. Please call the Covenant HealthCare Foundation with any questions at 989.583.7603.
2012 Covenant HealthCare Scholarship Award Recipients with Covenant Leadership (L-R) Jane Hagen, Chairman, Covenant Foundation Board, Shannon Stec, Cass City High School, Eric Leveille, Marlette High School; Krystle Reiss, Valley Lutheran High School; Breann Baranski, Bad Axe High School; Trevor Lewis, Laker High School; Michael Albosta, Nouvel Catholic Central High School, Spence Maidlow, President/CEO, CovenantHealthCare. Missing from the photo are Jessica Oh, Midland Dow High School, and Madison Lackey, Beaverton High School
First Aid/cPR American Heart Association (AHA) CPR instruction is available for businesses and the general public as well as all healthcare providers. This four hour course provides the basic knowledge of rescue breathing, providing help for choking victims and CPR. The course consists of lecture and hands on practice. A one session first aid class will teach individuals what can be done at home, work or on vacation for minor injuries. Also provided is information about what to do in emergencies until an ambulance arrives. The Heartsaver Automated External Defibrillator (AED) course is designed for training the nontraditional responders in homes, businesses and worksites in CPR and the use of the AED. Studies have shown early defibrillation improves the survival from cardiac arrest. The course is designed in the watch then practice format. Each student will have an opportunity to have sufficient hands on practice. MMR can make arrangements to come to your facility for training. healthcare Provider cPR 1st Monday of each month heartsaver cPR 1st Tuesday of each month Basic First Aid 2nd Monday of each month heartsaver AeD Call to schedule call the MMR Front Desk to register for any of the classes listed above at 800.232.5216.
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SAGINAW INCREDIBLE YEARS

We began our third Incredible Years class series in October 2012. On the first day of classes we do We believe this paperwork and story shows just introductions. how vital the During the first Incredible Years class, my co-group leader and Project and I began Launch are to introductions by our community. saying what our jobs are and what our background is. Then it was the parents turns to share. This group went way above and beyond the typical name and brief background (number of children, gender and ages) that most parents give when they first meet each other. These parents voluntarily opened up and shared difficulties they were having with each child including the troubles and barriers their families were facing. Several of the parents cried when they shared. Each parent spent a good ten minutes or more telling their story and what had led them to be in the class. They chose not to hold back! We believe this story shows just how vital the Project Launch-funded Incredible Years is to the community. The parents in our current session had these feelings and concerns bottled up just waiting for someone to listen to them. Just waiting for someone who had support to offer them. When adults who have never met are willing to open up to strengthen their families, you know the services being provided are exactly what they were hoping for! ~ Danelle Elliott Incredible Years Group Leader CAN Council Great Lakes Bay
Are you or someone you know having child behavior problems?
Incredible Years
The CAN Council, through Project LAUNCH funding, offers FREE parenting classes. The program is called Incredible Years and is an evidence based curricula targeting parents with 3 to 6 year old children. The parent training program is designed to work jointly to promote emotional and social competence and to prevent, reduce, and treat behavioral and emotional problems in young children. There have been 40 parents and caregivers who participated in 3 series of 20 sessions each. Is IY helpful? National studies have shown promising results: Increased positive and nurturing parenting Decreased harsh coercive negative parenting Reduction in childrens home and school behavior problems Increased positive behaviors at home and school Increased parent-child bonding
For more information about Incredible Years, please contact Vera, CAN Council Great Lakes Bay Region CAPE Director and Incredible Years Group Leader, at vharrison@cancouncil.org or 989-752-7226.
Project LAUNCH stands for Linking Actions for Unmet Needs for Childrens Health. The Michigan Department of Community Health was awarded a grant from the federal government and they chose Saginaw as the area to provide services. If you want to learn more about Project LAUNCH contact Pamela at (989) 202-1485 extension 102 or pamela@urbanregenerationllc.com.
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community Ties south staff and consumers offer Thanks

For over two decades, local businesses and organizations have partnered with Community Ties South, an extension of Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA), located in New Lothrop, offering consumers with developmental disabilities opportunities to volunteer through Community Living Support Groups. These partnerships allow consumers an opportunity to develop their functional living skills which fosters more independent lifestyles and serves, for some, as a stepping stone to paid employment. In conjunction with their person-centered plan (PCP) administered by SCCMHA, consumers spend approximately three hours every day visiting businesses and performing a variety of janitorial duties. This time spent in the community creates an opportunities for consumers to practice skills such as readiness, following directions, community safety awareness, and social etiquette, on a regular basis. The partnership between Community Ties South and local businesses started small when employees networked with local business and organization leaders to develop relationships and raise awareness. Through word of mouth, the partnerships snowballed and continue to grow. To date, Community Ties South partners with 28 local businesses and organizations, and we welcome new opportunities every day. If you are interested in having your business or organization participate in this volunteer program, or if you would like more information, contact Community Ties South at 989-845-7336 and ask for Carrie Mora or Michelle Vance. The staff and consumers at Community Ties South would like to thank the local businesses and organizations listed below for their continued support and partnership. Because of the support of these businesses and organizations, SCCMHA is one step closer to achieving our mission of developing a community that supports, values, and embraces the potential and contributions of all individuals with disabilities. Albee Township Fire Department American Legion Hall Brady Township Fire Department Brady Wesleyan Church Broad Street Pharmacy Burt Baptist Church Chesaning Chamber of Commerce Christ Lutheran Church Easton Church of Christ Franks Supermarket Hazelton Township Hall Howard Nixon Airport Knights of Columbus Hall Lions Club Maple Grove Fire Department Maple Grove Senior Center New Lothrop Elementary School New Lothrop Methodist Church New Lothrop Nazarene Church Oakley Fire Department Riverfront Pet Grooming Saginaw Fair Ground Office St. Michaels Church Tri-County Citizen Trinity United Methodist Church Twin Township Ambulance Waste Management Winfield Solutions Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority is headquartered at 500 Hancock Street in Saginaw. SCCMHA provides numerous services including evaluations, screenings, treatments and referrals. SCCMHA assists approximately 5,000 Saginaw County citizens each year
March is Pure Michigan Month

Saturday, March 2 11:00-3:00 Whats on Tap? Maple Syrup Presentation Saturday, March 9 Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge (Lionel Grant, Visitor Services Manager) Saturday, March 16 Bay City Recreational Area (Park Ranger Jacqueline Culberson) Saturday and Sunday, March 16 & 17 St. Pattys Celebration at the MMCM! Saturday, March 23, 2013, 10:00 a.m. 12:00 Noon Candy-Free Egg Hunt (Special Admission Applies) Saturday, March 23, 2013, 11:00 a.m. 12:00 Noon Visit the Zoo Animals at the MMCM Saturday, March 30 Bounce House in the House! (Additional Cost)
celebrating a Birthday?
The MMCM is a popular birthday party destination for kids infant through age 12. Invite your guestswell do the rest! The Childrens Museum is located at 315 West Genesee Avenue in Saginaw. Call 989.399.6626 for additional information.
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Al Doner of Bay city honored As The 2013 can council child Advocate of The year
Cheeseburgers in Margaritaville
Thursday, March 7, 2013 6-9 PM
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Dig out your flip flops and come dressed in tropical attire as the Saginaw Art Museum takes you to Cheeseburgers in Margaritaville! Celebrate the Arts in a laid-back Caribbeanstyle setting where legendary characters spend the night mixing up margaritas, where the air is warm with the smell of cheeseburgers, and where live music stirs the soul. And its possible because Cheeseburgers in Margaritaville at the Saginaw Art Museum is as much a state of mind as a place! Entertainment: Empty Canvas Auction: Original painting by Mike McMath of Empty Canvas Raffle: Raft of Spirits - Barrels of refreshments sure to make you float! Prizes: Painting, gift certificates, shirts and memorabilia The proceeds provide Art for All through quality education and exhibitions that merits the Great Lakes Bay community.
Bay City - CAN Council Great Lakes Bay Region recently honored Al Doner as the 2013 Child Advocate of the Year on Thursday, February 28, at Apple Mountain Resort during the CAN Councils 20th Annual Mardi Gras Auction. CANs Child Advocate of the Year award recognizes those who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to making the Great Lakes Bay Region a better place for children. Past recipients Al Doner include Richard J. Garber; William (Bill) McNally; The Dental Team of Paul Allen, D.D.S.; the Hon. Faye M. Harrison; and AGP & Associates, Inc. Suzanne Greenberg, President/CEO of the CAN Council Great Lakes Bay Region says, Al Doner is a passionate and dedicated advocate for the children of our region. Over the last decade, he has worked tirelessly to strengthen our Nathan Weidner Center by being a committed ambassador for our mission. Without question, Al Doner is a true leader in child advocacy and, as such, is the best choice for our 2013 Child Advocate of the Year. His commitment to our community has been recognized with awards from the Boys and Girls Club and American Business Womens Association. Doner is a two-time recipient of the Key to the City presented by the Mayor of Bay City.
NON PROFIT DIRECTORY

A.Philip Randolph Institute POB 1107 Saginaw, MI 48606 American Red Cross 1232 N. Michigan Saginaw, MI 48602 989-754-8181 Antique Toy & Firehouse Museum 3456 Patterson Rd. Bay City, MI 48706 1-888-888-1270 Boys & Girls Club of Bay County 300 Lafayette Ave. Bay City, MI 48706 989-892-6723 CAN Council Saginaw County 1311 N. Michigan Avenue Saginaw, MI 48602 (989) 752-7226 / fax (989) 752-2777 www.cancouncil.org Castle Museum of Saginaw County History 500 Federal Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 Circle of Love 1809 Durand Ave. Saginaw, MI 48602 989-754-2377 Emmaus House of Saginaw 733 S. 15th Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989-755-7538 THE EZEKIEL PROJECT ezekielprojectnow@yahoo.com P.O. Box 3470 Saginaw, MI. 48605-3470 Phone: 989.755.1620 Fax: 989.755.4038 First Ward Community Center 1410 N. 12th Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989-753-0411 Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan 5470 Davis Rd. Saginaw, MI 48604 989-799-9565 Good Neighbors Mission 1318 Cherry Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989-399-9918 Health Delivery, Inc. 501 Lapeer Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 989.759.6400 Houghton-Jones Task Force 1708 Johnson Street Saginaw, MI 989-752-1660 Michigan Banner Outreach 1400 W. Genesee Saginaw, MI 48602 989-714-2240 Nathan Weidner Childrens Advocacy Ctr. 715 N. Euclid Bay City, MI 989-671-1345 Operation Reach 119 S. Jefferson Avenue Saginaw, MI 989-754-4444 Public Libraries of Saginaw Butman-Fish, Claytor, Hoyt, Wickes & Zauel Libraries 505 Janes Avenue Saginaw, MI 48607 989-755-0904 www.saginawlibrary.org Restoration Community Outreach 1205 Norman Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 753-1886 / fax (989) 753-2880 Email: rcosag@yahoo.com Saginaw County Community Action Agency, Inc. (CAC) 2824 Perkins Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989.753.7741 The Salvation Army 2030 N. Carolina Saginaw, MI 48602 989-793-8371 The Saginaw Community Foundation 1 Tuscola, Suite 100 Saginaw, MI 48607 989-755-0545 Women of Colors POB 5525 Saginaw, MI 48603 989-399-9275 or 989-737-9286
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A Legacy of service: Rep. charles A. Gonzalez

This is an excerpt of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute honorary article on former Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez, its past chair and former seven term congressman. The article in its entirety can be read at www.chici.org Few people possess the Charles A. Gonzalez inherent commitment to become a public servant. It takes a particular type of human being, selfless and hard-working in nature, to take on such noble yet strenuous responsibility. Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez, born with public service in his blood, is one of those individuals who not only have the natural ability, but the passion and commitment to make impactful and positive change for the community. As Gonzalez has ended his time in Congress after seven terms, we look back on the man and the many contributions he has made to our nation, to our community, and to the future leaders of America. Charles A. Gonzalez was born on May 5, 1945 in San Antonio, TX. As one of eight children of Bertha Gonzalez and Henry B. Gonzalez, he grew up in an environment full of opportunity, and one that placed great importance on the responsibility of being a leader. His father, Rep. Henry B. Gonzalez, was an accomplished and well respected legislator for the Democratic Party. He was well-known for being a tenacious defender of his constituents and particularly for the advancement of the Latino community. During his long tenure as the Representative for Texas 20th District in San Antonio, Henry B. played a key role in the creation of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus as one of five original founders, which helped to solidify the presence of Latino leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives and ushered in a new age for the emerging Latino community in the United States. He received a Bachelors of Arts degree in government from the University of Texas at Austin in 1969. He later completed a Juris Doctor from St. Marys University School of Law in San Antonio in 1972. Gonzalez next test of leadership would take him to the Texas Air National Guard, where he served as a technical sergeant from 1969 until 1975. After briefly serving as a 5th grade teacher in his native San Antonio, Gonzalez dedicated most of his professional career to the study and interpretation of the law. During this time, Gonzalez served as a private practice lawyer from 1972 to 1982, before becoming a Municipal Court Judge. He was later elected to serve as County Court at Law Judge from 1983 until 1987, before serving as an elected District Judge from 1989 to 1997. I have always felt a fundamental responsibility to give back to the community, said Gonzalez. The value I cherish most in an individual is a capacity to sacrifice self-aspirations to contribute to the greater good. I learned this value from my parents, and especially my father. I was able to see his passion as a Latino and as an American who wanted the best for his community and for his country. It was an honor to serve with Charlie Gonzalez in the House of Representatives and to witness his passion for serving the people of his district, Texas and the nation, said Hilda Solis, Secretary of Labor and former U.S. Representative who served with Gonzalez from 2001-2009. His leadership and voice for Latinos, immigrants and civil rights will be missed in Congress, but the imprint he and his late father Henry B. Gonzalez have left will not soon be forgotten. I wish him all the best and know that while he will no longer walk the halls of Congress, his efforts to improve our na-
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tion will not end here. Gonzalez was elected by his peers to serve as Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) for the 112th Congress. As Chair, he focused on forwarding an agenda that aggressively advocated for the needs of the Latino community as the fastest growing demographic in America. With Latinos disparately affected by the economic slowdown and housing crisis, the CHC led efforts to improve the economy, limit taxes on the working class, and work with the Administration to create jobs. Gonzalez actively led the Caucus on immigration, working closely with Rep. Luis Gutierrez and others to push the DREAM Act. While efforts to secure comprehensive immigration reform continue, CHC efforts helped secure the Deferred Action program, allowing undocumented residents under 30 who entered the United States as children to apply to have removal actions deferred for two years. Thanks to the steps taken by President Obama and his administration, young people who have been raised in this country, educated in our schools, and who pledge allegiance to our flag will now be shielded from the threat of deportation and qualify for basic protections to allow them to more fully contribute to this country, said Gonzalez. In Congress, Charlie has fought tirelessly for a cleaner environment, Wall Street reform and more accessible health care for Texans, said President Barack Obama. As Chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, he has worked nonstop to deliver much needed relief to deserving immigrant families and to protect the civil rights of Latinos and all Americans. Michelle and I wish him and his family the very best and join the people of Texas in thanking him for his many years of service. Source: Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
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A Vision that continues to change Lives

In the month of March each year, the life of Cesar Chavezs life and legacy is commemorated. Chavez began building what became the United Farm Workers of America on his birthday, March 31, 1962 with a unique vision of what a union should be. He was joined by Dolores Huerta and many others who joined him as he did a lot of research, and studying as to why the previous 100 years of attempting to organize farm workers had failed. Convinced that things had to be different he wanted Cesar Chavez to address the economic injustices farm workers were suffering. Cesar knew it would take a union to address the economic injustices farm workers suffer at the workplace. In a letter he sent to the head of the California Table Grape Commission in 1969, he cited the crippling obstacles farm workers faced: The color of our skins, the languages of our cultural and native origins, the lack of formal education, the exclusion from the democratic process, the numbers of our slain in recent wars - all these burdens generation after generation have sought to demoralize us, to break our human spirit. The 31 years Cesar Chavez led the United Farm Workers of America saw its share of defeats, but also historic victories. Under Chavez, the UFW achieved unprecedented gains for farm workers. Among them were: The first genuine collective bargaining agreements between farm workers and growers in American history. The first union contracts requiring rest periods, toilets in the fields, clean drinking water, hand washing facilities, banning discrimination in employment and sexual harassment of women workers, requiring protective clothing against pesticide exposure, prohibiting pesticide straying while workers are in the fields and outlawing DDT and other dangerous pesticides (years before the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency acted). Establishing the first comprehensive union medical (and later dental and vision) benefits for farm workers and their families through a joint union-employer health and welfare fund, the Robert F. Kennedy Medical Plan, which has paid out more than $250 million in benefits. The first and only functioning pension plan for retired farm workers, the Juan de la Cruz Pension Plan. The first union contracts providing for profit sharing and parental leave. Abolishing the infamous short-handled hoe that crippled generations of farm workers. Extending to farm workers state coverage under unemployment insurance, disability and workers compensation, as well as federal amnesty rights for immigrants. From Gandhi and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Chavez studied historic strategies and tactics that were new in organized labor. He insisted farm workers strictly adhere to a solemn pledge of nonviolence, and fasted for 25 days in 1968 to rededicate the movement to that principle. For additional information concerning the Cesar Chavez Foundation, visit www.chavezfoundation.org.
Whats Going on With Legalization and Drivers Licenses in Michigan?

Kalamazoo, MI - Recently, there has been a lot of conversation about possible changes in immigration and drivers license laws. There also have been some actual changes that affect small groups of people. This is information you need to know to protect yourself and your family now. There is no new legalization program. President Obama and members of Congress have been talking a lot about ideas for change, but there are no new laws. President Obama announced a temporary program in June 2012 called Deferred Action for childhood Arrivals or DACA. Some people call it the DREAM Act but that isnt correct because the DREAM Act did not become law. DACA is just a temporary program. It provides temporary work authorization and temporary legal presence for people who came to the U.S. before their 16th birthdays and meet other requirements. The State of Michigan began accepting drivers license applications on February 19, 2013, from people who have applied to Immigration for DACA and been approved. These people have valid work permits. The State of Michigan had previously said it would not give drivers licenses to people with DACA. The rules about drivers licenses in Michigan did not change for anyone else. Everyone in Michigan still has to prove that they are legally present to get a drivers license here. The only change is that Michigan is now considering people with DACA to be legally present because they actually are. In January, there was a small change in the way that some people who are applying for status through their u.s. citizen family members can have their cases processed. This change starts on March 4, 2013, and it means that some people will have to spend less time outside of the U.S. waiting for a decision on a hardship waiver application. We urge everyone who is applying for family members to get high-quality legal advice about the process. Also, everyone should know that when adult U.S. citizens apply for their undocumented parents, those parents are usually not eligible to apply for these kinds of waivers based on hardship to their adult U.S. citizen children. Parents may have to spend 10 years outside of the U.S. if they leave the country for visa processing. The best thing you can do to prepare for future changes in the law is to make sure everyone in your family has a valid SEE LB 4, Legalization and Drivers Licenses in Michigan
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Joyce Meyer Ministries Partners with the National hispanic christian Leadership conference
Sacramento, CA -The National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, also known as the Hispanic Evangelical Association, the nations largest Christian Hispanic organization, has announced Joyce Meyer Ministries as their senior partner for the Compassionate Evangelism directive, one of seven NHCLC directives. This directive encompasses a 24-city outreach program as well as an internship opportunity for the emerging youth of the NHCLC. With the support of Joyce Meyer Ministries, the NHCLC will Rev. Samuel carry out a 24-city outreach program that will serve as the primary Rodriguez Compassionate Evangelism campaign throughout 2013 and beyond. Key Hispanic leaders in each of the targeted cities will be invited to provide leadership for the local events as well as representation of the national campaign. One of the primary objectives of these events is to bring attention to the needs in the community and to engage the Body of Christ in 24/7 compassionate-evangelism, utilizing unique outreach strategies developed for each city. The events will be referred to as a Festival of Hope. Through this partnership of the NHCLC and Joyce Meyer Ministries, young adults will also have the opportunity to participate in the recently restructured Hand of Hope internship program. The engagement of young adults in hands-on compassionate evangelism activities is a high priority for the NHCLC. This internship will serve as a way for these emerging leaders to share their voice within the Hispanic community. We are extremely excited about the opportunity to partner with the NHCLC on this project, says David Meyer, CEO of Hand of Hope, Joyce Meyer Ministries World Missions. We look forward to the good we can accomplish together for Christ. Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, President of the NHCLC, said, We do justice because of the vertical, the Cross it is the heart of everything the NHCLC does. This partnership exemplifies the horizontal by reaching out to our communities, as the Body of Christ, to help those in need, physically, financially and spiritually. We are very pleased to partner with Joyce Meyer Ministries. Together we will be the vortex of the horizontal and vertical, serving the Hispanic Community across the United States.
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Sergio David Betancourt, Jr. 12-12-12 Proud parents Sergio David and Stevie Betancourt
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Prestigious Alfaguara Novel Prize to be Announced

Miami, FLA. - This year, the Alfaguara Novel Prize is celebrating its 16th edition, having established itself as a benchmark for quality literary awards with the highest international exposure of any Spanish language award. The prize consists of $175,000, and a statue by Martin Chirino, as well as the simultaneous publication of the winning work in 19 Spanish-speaking countries. The winners work chosen among the record-breaking 802 manuscripts received for this 16th edition of the Alfaguara Novel Prize will be announced on Wednesday, March 20. Of the 802 contending manuscripts, 342 came from Spain, 133 from Mexico, 99 from Argentina, 61 from Colombia, 34 from the United States, 28 from Chile, 23 from Venezuela, 19 from Ecuador, 18 from Peru 9 from Guatemala and Honduras, 8 from Costa Rica, Panama and Nicaragua, 8 from Bolivia as well, 7 from El Salvador, 7 from Uruguay, 4 from Paraguay, and 2 from Puerto Rico. The Prizes prestigious jury is composed of writers and prominent cultural figures. This year, writer Manuel Rivas will preside over the jury and the names of other members of the jury will be made public at the time of the announcement. Successive Alfaguara Prize winners have gone on to garner the best reviews in the international arena as well as further awards, corroborating the literary quality of the winning entries. The award-winning novel in 2009, El viajero del siglo, by Andres Neuman, won the Literary Critics Award a year later. In addition, the English publication, published in the U.K. by Pushkin Press, was chosen as one of the best novels in 2012 by the Financial Times, The Guardian and The Independent. Abril Rojo, by Santiago Roncagliolo (winner of the Alfaguara Prize in 2006), won the 2011 Independent Foreign Fiction Prize, one of U.K.s most prestigious awards given to the best work of fiction translated into English. El ruido de las cosas al caer, by Juan Gabriel Vasquez (winner of the Alfaguara in 2011), has been a finalist in the prestigious Medicis and Femina awards. The jurys verdict will be transmitted live through the following websites: http://www.alfaguara.com /es, http://www.elpais.com, http://www.cadenaser.com, and http://www.prisa.com. Source: Prisa Ediciones
FRoM LB 2 - Legalization and Drivers Licenses in Michigan passport from your home country that is valid for more than one year. You should also save and keep copies in a safe place of all school and employment records. U.S. citizen children should get U.S. passports. its reasonable for attorneys to charge consultation fees, but we dont recommend paying any fees to anyone who is promising future services that can only be provided if there is a change in the law. how can i get real answers to my questions? You should visit a licensed attorney with experience practicing immigration law or a nonprofit organization that is authorized to provide assistance with immigration matters. A guide to nonprofit organizations serving immigrants in Michigan can be found on the Michigan immigrant Rights center website at www.michiganimmigrant.org/resources. You can also call the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center at 269- 492-7196, or e-mail mirc@lsscm.org for information, referrals, or to let us know about resource activity concerns in your community.
Venture start starting a Business

MIDLAND- The Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center Great Lakes Bay is pleased to offer a Venture Start Starting a Business seminar at the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library at 1710 W. St Andrews in Midland on March 7, 2013, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. For more information about MI-SBTDC business education workshops and to register online, go to www.misbtdc.org/training or call 989.686.9597. Pre-registration is required.
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Praise Connections and Life

An ounce of Prevention vs. a Pound of cure
Quality of Life Support Ministry & Zeta Phi Beta Sorority presents the 10th Annual Health Fair on Saturday, March 9. The Annual Health Fair will be held at Zion Missionary Baptist Church, located at 721 Johnson Street, in Saginaw, Pastor Rodrick A. Smith. The keynote speaker is Dr. Rosalyn Miller, Assistant Director of Obstetrics, Central Michigan University Health Care Center. There will also be a special session for men with Mikailu Sorie, R.N. The Saginaw Black Nurses Assoc. will also perform free testing and screening, and various vendors will display information that will aid in early detection and chronic disease prevention. Registration is at 9 to 10 a.m., continental breakfast at 9:15 to 9:55 a.m. with program beginning at 10 a.m., and lunch at 12:30. For addition information call Shelva at 989.777.4861.
When we face an impossible situation, all self-reliance and self-confidence must melt away; we must be totally dependent on Him (Jesus) for the resources. Minister Anne Graham Lotz
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Mr. counterculture
By Corey Pritchett
A Social Scientists Perspective on Youth Development, the Community, and the Church or Body of Christ
Grace and peace be unto you all in this beloved community. I hope you missed me in the last edition of the Banner. I will be addressing the topic of community within todays column of Mr. Counterculture. First of all let us reason together and really think about what community is. Many of you may already have a definition of what community is and it means to you. I want to challenge you today and direct your thoughts towards community that will cause you to grow and be productive or even more productive than you already are. In a seminal 1986 study, McMillan and Chavis identify four elements of sense of community: 1) membership, 2) influence, 3) integration and fulfillment of needs, and 4) shared emotional connection. According to Newman, The process of learning to adopt the behavior patterns of the community is called socialization. The most fertile time of socialization is usually the early stages of life, during which individuals develop the skills and knowledge and learn the roles necessary to function within their culture and social environment. Newman goes on to add Socialization is influenced primarily by the family, through which children first learn community norms. Other important influences include schools, peer groups, people, etc. Think about these things: Within our community who are all members? What are the major influences that are having the most impact within our community? Is our community well integrated? Are we having our needs fulfilled within our community? How well do we share emotional connections in regards to poverty, innocent bloodshed, education, marriage, and family? These are some vital questions and I would like for you as a member of this community to answer them for yourself. The answers to these questions could be a roadmap to addressing unity, progression, and solutions to the many issues we face in our community. Although many of us have complaints about the behaviors of our teenagers and young adults of this day whom are involved in things such as criminal activity to failing in education and early parenthood. And some of the complaints may be of some legitimacy, however, consider this, what type of culture and social environment have we (as leaders, officials, clergy, parents, and family) created that has influenced and impacted the socialization of this generation? I pray you will challenge yourself and do self-examination to see what you have contributed to what we are now experiencing and then search to find out what you can contribute towards a solution. The next article will be addressing the Church or Ecclesia A.K.A. the Body of Christ. This is Mr. Counterculture, and I call you blessed in the name of my Lord, Jesus. Until next time beloved.. Sources: McMillan, D.W., & Chavis, D.M. 1986. Sense of community: A definition and theory, P16. Newman, D. 2005. Building Identity: Socialization P134-140.
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saginaw Valley community church 3660 hermansau Dr. Sunday 10 a.m. ~ Morning Worship saginaw, Mi 48603
6 p.m. ~ Celebrate Recovery 6:30 p. m. ~ Young Adults Life Group Bible Study/Worship Monday 7 p. m ~ Womens Life Group Tuesday (2nd & 4th) 10 a.m. 3 p.m. ~ Heavens Manna Food Distribution 7 a.m. ~ Mens Life Group 6:30 p.m ~ Prayer Night 10 a.m. & 7 p.m ~ Healing Rooms Wednesday 6:30 p.m ~ Equipping Classes, all ages Thursday 1 p. m & 6:30 p .m ~ Healing Rooms Saturday 6 p.m. ~ Youth Worship
Woodside church Welcomes everyone to holy Week services

Services feature special reflections and music: Sunday, March 24: Palm Sunday Service at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 28: Maundy Thursday at 7:00 p.m. Friday, March 29: Good Friday Community Service at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, March 31: Easter Sunday Celebration at 10:00 a.m. with brunch following Woodside Church, is located at 1509 East Court Street, next to Mott Community College Call 810-767-4911 or visit www.woodsidechurch.net for more information
This Year Easter Sunday is on March 31.
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second Baptist church Pastor Seth Doyle 1770 W. Youngs Ditch Rd. Bay City, MI (989) 893-3937
saginaw
Bethel AMe church Pastor P. David Saunders 535 Cathay St. Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 755-7011 Bethlehem Baptist church Pastor Ernest W. Bothuel 3309 Bundy Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989-752-5866 Bread of Life harvest center Senior Pastor Rodney J. McTaggart 3726 Fortune Blvd. Saginaw, MI 48603 (989) 790-7933 christ Disciples Baptist Pastor Eddie Benson 3317 Lapeer Street Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 754-2444 christ Fellowship MBc Pastor Robert Davis 818 N. Washington Ave. Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 754-4435 church of christ Minister James Sanderson 1325 N. Center Road Saginaw, MI 48638 (989) 790-2707 World outreach campus of Greater coleman Temple Ministries Supt. H.J. Coleman Jr. 2405 Bay Rd. Saginaw, MI 48602 (989) 752-7957 corinthian Baptist church Pastor Roy L. Manning 104 S. 10th St. Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 754-1820
Faith harvest church Bishop Ronald E. Chipp Faith Harvest Church 1734 N. Mason Saginaw, MI 48602 (989) 799-4200 Website: www.faithharvestministry.org E-mail: office@faithharvestministry.org Greater Freewill Missionary Baptist church Pastor James E. Speed 615 Irving Park Ave. Saginaw, Michigan 48601 (989) 753-1713 (989) 755-3133 Email: greaterfreewill@att.net Greater Williams Temple Bishop H.J. Williams 608 Remington Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 755-5291 Jacobs Ladder Pastor Dempsey Allen 1926 Fairfield Street Saginaw, MI 48602 989-799-6601 Life in christ Ministries Pastor Dennis Cotton, Sr. 2915 S. Washington Ave. Saginaw, MI 48601 989-752-2837 LifeInChristMinistries07@gmail.com Messiah Missionary Baptist church 2615 Williamson Road Saginaw, MI 48601 Pastor Otis Washington Phone: 989-777-2636 Fax: 989-777-2640 Email: Messiahmbc@att.net Website: www.Messiahsag.org Mt. olive Baptist church Pastor Marvin T. Smith 1114 N. 6th Street Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 752-8064 New Beginnings Life changing Ministries Pastor Otis Dickens 2312 S. Washington Ave. Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 755-3650
New Birth Missionary Baptist Pastor Larry D. Camel 1418 S. Warren Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 755-6604 New covenant christian center Pastor Ron Frierson 523 Hayden Saginaw, MI 752-8485 New Faith Temple coGic Elder Charles H. Coleman 2118 Burt Street Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 752-3880 New hope Missionary Baptist church Pastor Floyd A. Logan 1721 Tuscola Street Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 753-7600 Email: NewHope1721@yahoo.com New Life Baptist church Pastor Rufus Bradley 1401 Janes St. Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 753-1151 New Mt. calvary Baptist Pastor Robert Donald 3610 Russell Street Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 754-0801 Ninth street community church Pastor William L. Scott, Jr. Assistant Pastor Rex Jones 1118 N. 9th Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989-752-7366 Prince of Peace Baptist church 825 North 24th Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989.754.2841 Pastor Robert B. Corley, Jr.
st. Paul Baptist Pastor Vincent D. McMillon 120 N. 15th St. Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 752-5023 saginaw Valley community Pastor Richard Sayad 3660 Hermansau Saginaw, MI 48603 (989) 752-4769 st. John Missionary Baptist church Pastor James E. Hodge 1309 North 6th Street Saginaw, MI 48601 (989) 753-2188 (989)714-7678 st. Lukes cMe Pastor Charles Braddock 1121 Tuscola Saginaw, MI 48607 (989) 755-0351 Transforming Life Ministries Pastor William Brown 3024 South Washington Avenue Saginaw, MI 48601-4353 (989) 754-9573 Truevine Baptist church Pastor Paul E. Broaddus 2930 Janes Street Saginaw, MI 48601 989-752-0751 Victorious Believers Ministries church Rev. Christopher V. Pryor 624 S. Outer Dr. Saginaw, MI (989) 755-7692 Wolverine Baptist state convention 615 S. Jefferson Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607
Zion Missionary Baptist church Pastor Rodrick Smith 721 Johnson Resurrection Life Ministries church Saginaw, MI 48607 Pastor Carolyn L. Wilkins (989) 754-9621 2320 Sheridan Avenue Saginaw, MI 48601 989.754.9466
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creating my future ... and it is bright

Carleton Green loves to help people specifically, to create opportunities for others. Its why the sophomore communications major devotes himself to organizations driven to develop peoples potential. Carleton is the vice president of SVSUs chapter National Society of Leadership Success, an organization on campus that emphasizes goalsetting and achievement. In fact, Carletons chapter achieved a few goals of its own: in its first year, it has been named the Best New Organization and become the largest registered student organization on campus. A brother in the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity and a former mentor in the Great Lakes Bay Region Youth Leadership Institute, Carleton also recently became involved in AISIEC, an international organization that helps students arrange exchanges abroad. I have done so much and have become involved in quite a few organizations, Carleton says. I love that SVSU feels like my home away from home.
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