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Making the Most of It / Workplace 2.0 / Isolation leads to creativity, discovery, self-reflection

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Businesses update best practices for COVID-19

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By Deidre Davis, MSU Federal Credit Union’s Chief Marketing Officer If you are looking for a way to reduce expenses during these challenging financial times, refinancing your auto loan might save you money.

Why would you want to consider refinancing your auto loan?

Refinancing your current auto loan can: • Reduce your interest rate • Lower your monthly payment • Improve your cash flow When you refinance, there’s a good chance you will get a lower interest rate – and a lower monthly payment, especially if your credit has improved since you opened the loan. You might also be able to refinance into a shorter term, which could also mean less interest paid over the term of your loan. If you need to reduce your monthly payment, refinancing may help, and could put money back into your pocket each month.

Another option is “cash-out refinancing.” This type of loan allows you to use the equity (the difference between what your vehicle is worth and how much you owe) you have in your vehicle to pay off other debts, or to ensure you have funds on hand for unexpected expenses.

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Before deciding to refinance your auto loan, it is important to review

interest rates and any associated fees, and consider how they fit with your long-term financial plans.

While refinancing at any time may save you money on your monthly payment, or may reduce the remaining term of your loan, it’s a great idea to refinance early in the life of your loan. This is because most of the interest is paid at the beginning of the loan term, so getting a lower interest rate sooner rather than later will mean you’ll pay less interest in total.

What are some auto loan refinancing options?

MSUFCU offers low auto loan rates, and you can get approved in as few as 10 minutes. Other benefits include: • No application fee • No prepayment penalties • Flexible terms With rates as low as they are, now might be the perfect time to refinance your current auto loan and save.

Deidre Davis is the chief marketing officer at MSU Federal Credit Union. MSUFCU’s headquarters are at 3777 West Road, East Lansing, MI 48823. Contact Deidre at deidre.davis@msufcu.org or (517) 664-7877.

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A Snapshot of Local Business News Affecting the 517 Preparing to Reopen Professional Highlights from the 517 Region A Distributed Workforce The art of working remotely A Brief Look at State and National News Affecting our Region Business Roundtable Pulse-checking the post-outbreak economy Adjusting to a New Normal in the Wake of COVID-19 A Q&A with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

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We are focusing our content in three distinct areas — Business, Lifestyle and Play — to ensure whatever you seek is easy to find. These sections connect through a loose overarching theme, and we envision the reader experience to shift from thought-provoking to fun from cover to cover.

Our premiere issue of 517 Magazine is focusing on the process of getting back to business — what we have learned, what we can expect and what our new normal may be like for the foreseeable future. It’s doubtful we will come through the coronavirus crisis unchanged in some way, but the human spirit has the instinctual drive to survive and carry on with life in the face of tremendous obstacles and setbacks. I’m already so proud of our region coming together to support each other.

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PUTTING MICHIGAN BACK ON TRACK It’s a new world today. A world of masks and gloves, business closures and layoffs.

But when the immediate crisis passes—and it will—the people of Michigan are ready to get back on the road to becoming a Top Ten state for jobs, income, and economic growth.

Fortunately, we already have a solid, fact-based plan in place.

Earlier this year, Business Leaders for Michigan issued its Road to Top Ten plan, which maps a clear path forward to economic prosperity for all.

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• INVEST IN PEOPLE. Michigan must ensure every child is ready to learn and advance, and implement strategies for supporting talent attraction.

• BUILD STRONG COMMUNITIES. Our state must continue to develop connected, empowered, healthy and diverse communities by investing in safe and reliable infrastructure.

• LEVERAGE OUR STRENGTHS. Michigan has unique assets that give it opportunities to grow jobs and increase productivity. It’s time we capitalized on them.

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BUSINESS, COMMUNITY STEP UP TO FILL PPE GAP WITH 3D PRINTERS

BY MARY GAJDA

A snapshot of local business news affecting the 517

As the new coronavirus made its way into Michigan, health care professionals became gravely concerned about the supply of personal protective equipment. But it wasn’t a surprise when local businesses and community members stepped up to fill the gap. What was surprising, was the way they stepped up — through the use of 3D printers.

Melissa Rabideau, president and CEO of tinkrLAB in Meridian Township, announced a collaboration with Dow Corp. of Midland. The partnership resulted in the production and delivery of face masks that were created with 3D printers and then sent to hospitals across Michigan.

Area schools also stepped up, with Michigan State University leading the way by using 3D printers to make face shields. K-12 schools participated, too, including East Lansing Public Schools, the Lansing School District, Holt Public Schools and others.

“Within days of learning that we would not be returning to school to finish the 2019-20 school year, several teachers and I picked up eleven 3D printers from our schools and started printing face-shield frames in our homes,” said Holt Superintendent David G. Hornak. “Our effort is driven by the desire to save lives and support our local health care heroes. We will continue to print frames until there is no longer a need.”

Sparrow Foundation Vice President Michelle Reynart said she was profoundly impressed with the community’s response.

“The innovation, creativity and kindness that our community has shown during this challenge — from 3D-printed N95 masks and creatively manufactured face shields to homemade masks and so much more — has been absolutely amazing,” she said. “People have stepped up to help in remarkable ways. We’re grateful to be part of a region that genuinely cares about one another.”

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business / AREA SNAPSHOT LOCAL ECONOMY, BUSINESSES SEE IMPACT OF GRANTS

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The Lansing-area economy is starting to see the impacts and benefits of the grants and financial assistance awarded to a number of local businesses over the past few months.

Lansing Economic Area Partnership President and CEO Bob Trezise said LEAP’s effort to provide relief funds for small businesses has or will shortly infuse $1.75 million to $2 million into the local economy across Ingham, Eaton and Clinton counties.

“We are particularly proud that we did this in but a few short weeks and that 100% of these funds went directly to local, small businesses,” Trezise said.

Eaton Theatre owner Leann Owen said her business was one of the 60 companies chosen from a group of 2,000 to receive the Michigan Small Business Relief Program grant from the Michigan

Economic Development Corp. through LEAP. “We have focused our theater on being affordable for the community, and we offer many events and free movies for kids and families. This grant has helped tremendously with our fixed expenses,” Owen said.

REACH Studio Art Center Director Alice Brinkman said they received the same grant, which has allowed them to maintain employees and pay for operational costs like utilities.

“The grant has bridged a gap in lost revenue from COVID-19 program cancellations, and for this I am very grateful,” Brinkman said. “It has provided a little peace of mind while I work on other strategies to make sure REACH survives this crisis and can once again welcome in-person creative activity in our spaces.”

REAL ESTATE MARKET EXPECTED TO SEE REBOUND IN 2021

Just a few short months ago, the real estate outlook for the summer was sunny and bright, but the COVID-19 pandemic cast a pall over those early projections.

Tracey Hernly, president of the Greater Lansing Association of Realtors, said new predictions anticipate drops in the market to continue this year. However, the good news is that as the stay-athome restrictions are lifted and the unemployment rate improves over the next two to four months, some relief is expected.

“Our chief economist for the National Association of Realtors

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On July 2, Michigan’s no-fault insurance policy reform will take effect, allowing drivers to be more selective about the level of coverage they possess.

According to Anita Fox, director of the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services, “Michigan’s new auto insurance law will give drivers the ability to choose a personal injury protection coverage level appropriate for their needs and budget, and requires insurance companies to reduce statewide average PIP medical premiums.”

According to Mike Sheets, president of Lyman & Sheets Insurance Agency, the changes are positive for Michigan motorists.

“The new change in the Michigan no-fault law is a good first step to lower auto insurance premiums,” Sheets said.

He cautioned that insurance holders should be prepared because the new personal injury protection law, although a step forward, has a complex set of options to consider.

“We encourage all policyholders to sit down with their insurance agent and go over their PIP choices under the new law,” Sheets said. “Each individual and/or family will have their own unique health insurance coverage that will have to be coordinated with the new law. There will be both advantages and disadvantages to the PIP changes. The new law is not perfect, but it is a good solution to bring down Michigan’s auto insurance premiums.”

has projected a 10% decline in sales this year and that it will be up again next year,” Hernly said.

An April survey conducted by the National Association of Realtors demonstrated how the residential and commercial markets responded to COVID-19.

More than a quarter of real estate agents – 27% – said they were able to complete nearly all aspects of transactions while respecting social distancing. The most common technology tools used to communicate with clients were e-signatures, social media, messaging apps and virtual tours.

Residential tenants faced rent payment issues, but many delayed payment requests were being accommodated, the survey said.

Forty-seven percent of property managers reported being able to accommodate tenants who could not pay rent.

“Consumers are mostly abiding by stay-in-shelter directives, and it appears the current decline in buyer and seller activity is only temporary, with a majority ready to hit the market in a couple of months,” National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said in April.

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President and CEO of Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Tim Damon

BUSINESSES UPDATE BEST PRACTICES FOR COVID-19

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It will likely take some time before we fully understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the business community across the Greater Lansing area.

A few businesses will manage to come back strong.

Some will mark their rebound in staggered stages.

Still others will be too financially devastated to make a return at all. Undoubtedly, though, those that manage to resume will find that the new business of business is anything but business as usual.

“On June 1, this is something where we’re not going to be able to push a button and go back to March 1, said Tim Daman, president and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce. “I think we’re going to have to adapt as employers, and I’m not exactly sure how that is going to look.”

Personal protective equipment, taking temperatures and hand-sanitizing stations may be the norm as employers determine how to implement such safeguards for workers as well as customers moving forward, Daman said, adding that there will continue to be a reliance on the skills and advice of health care professionals as the region moves through summer and fall.

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“I know I will be very careful in trying to predict what that might look like,” he said. “I think we’re going to learn a number of things from this.”

Michigan Retailers Association President and CEO Bill Hallan said his Lansing-based organization is working round the clock to share information with members on how to comply with changing federal, state and local requirements and reopen safely.

“These practices are likely here to stay for a while because, even if Gov. (Gretchen) Whitmer relaxes operational requirements for retailers, customers may still be apprehensive and request certain safeguards,” Hallan said. “Michigan Retailers Association has been working diligently to assure Governor Whitmer and Michigan residents that retailers are adaptable and are ready to implement various safety procedures to get back to work and get consumers back into their stores.”

Helping people get back to work will be different than it was during the recession from 2008-2010, said Lisa Dunsford, CEO of the Michigan Works Association, the Lansing advocacy and training organization for the 16 independent regional Michigan Works branches across the state.

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Some businesses may not return or come back with a full staff, which is why having independent Michigan Works sites is crucial to tailoring services to a specific region’s economy and talent pool. The state had a skills gap before the pandemic and will continue to have one as it reopens, she said.

“We don’t have a full understanding of what this might mean to some of these businesses,” Dunsford said.

“What is critical is that Michigan Works will be there in communities to meet the demands that are presented.

“The need for training people, and the need for supporting the people who are being trained, is going to be absolutely critical. Customization at the local level is really going to be what moves us forward,” she said.

Michigan Works branches remained closed as part of the stay-at-home order, but they still provided services remotely to give people access to needed information and guidance. That type of ingenuity and determination will be important as Michigan begins righting the ship on the state’s economic outlook, Dunsford said. It will be a difficult but not insurmountable task, she added.

“Where there are challenges, there are opportunities,” Dunsford said.

The coronavirus pandemic forced many businesses’ hands when it comes to learning to adapt in order to survive.

Some of those new tricks learned by old dogs may become status quo.

Tim Daman, president and CEO of the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, said the implementation of Zoom or Microsoft Teams meetings was something the chamber had considered for some time.

The pandemic made it a jumping off point.

“Certainly, the technology has been around for a number of years, but it’s been interesting learning how to use it to manage a remote workforce,” Daman said.

Yet the importance of human interaction cannot be understated, he added.

Even when working remotely, it remains vital to keep in daily contact both for information as well as mental health purposes.

“I think that’s something that’s been a struggle for a lot of people,” Daman said.

TO BE ABLE TO PUSH A BUTTON AND GO BACK TO MARCH 1 ~ TIM DAMAN

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PREPARING TO REOPEN Think Strategically About Your Business Before reopening, make a checklist of what you need to operate your business effectively. If you reopen your business in Michigan but your supplier in Ohio has not reopened, that is going to be a problem. Be sure that your plan is in place for your reopening.

Business Changes in a Post COVID-19 World Start thinking about some changes you could make to improve your business that people have enjoyed during the stay-at-home order. Things like online ordering, curbside pickup and online classes are great ways that some people might want to continue interacting with your business even when you reopen your doors. It might be time to expand those parts of your business permanently.

New Cleaning Practices Now more than ever, people will be looking at the cleanliness of their space. Start thinking about how you can protect your customers and employees with new cleaning guidelines and rules.

People might take a while to get comfortable going to businesses again, and demonstrating your commitment to cleanliness will put them more at ease. Actions speak louder than any words could.

More Flexible Work-from-Home Policies If anything has been learned from this pandemic, it is how fast an illness can spread.

Maintaining your employees’ option to work from home and providing the tools to be productive when they are feeling under the weather is a perk your employees may appreciate. Besides increasing job satisfaction (and probably long-term productivity), keeping a flexible work-from-home policy will keep colds and flus from spreading throughout the office.

Workspace Changes and Hygiene Even when businesses reopen, there may be restrictions. Think about what rules may stay in place like limiting the number of people in a building at one time or continuing 6-foot social distancing. Rethinking workspaces may be necessary. Consider investing in touchless or low-contact door handles and light switches.

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osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/news_updates.html inc.com/kevin-j-ryan/coronavirus-reopen-business-safety.html nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/preparing-your-business-to-reopen-after-coronavirus.html kimatv.com/news/local/what-businesses-should-be-doing-right-now-to-prepare-for-re-opening coronavirus.wa.gov/business-workers/business-signage-toolkit

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PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 517 REGION New presidents named at Sparrow Carson, Clinton, and Ionia Hospitals Effective May 1, Mark Brisboe, Beth Daugherty and Linda Reetz were promoted to serve Mark Brisboe as Presidents of Sparrow Carson, Sparrow Clinton and Sparrow Ionia Hospitals, respectively. Each has been serving as acting hospital administrators for the past few months Beth Daugherty and bring decades of healthcare leadership experience to their new positions.

The three were unanimously selected for their roles by the community-based Linda Reetz Boards of Directors.

“We are blessed to have such strong leaders who stepped into the void at each hospital and earned their new leadership

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roles during these unprecedented times,” said Kira Carter-Robertson, Senior Vice President, Affiliate Operations, for Sparrow Health System.

Women Working Wonders Donates to Caretakers The Sparrow Foundation’s Women Working Wonders has made an extraordinary donation of $500,000 to assist Sparrow caregivers and aid the health system in its response to COVID-19.

The donation is comprised of two parts and was made possible through the generosity of the community through Women Working Wonders events such as Dapper Dads, Art a´ la Carte and Hats in the Garden.

The donation included $300,000 to the Challenge Response Fund in support of ongoing efforts in the face of COVID-19. Part of that money was specifically designated to support the Code Lavender project, which creates a dedicated space at Sparrow Hospital for caregivers to seek respite and relaxation from the stresses of their work.

The additional $200,000 was given to Care for the Caregivers, which supports Sparrow caregivers in need during times of crisis. The money supports caregivers if they have their own illness, a family member illness, a car accident, a fire or a situation involving COVID-19. This financial assistance can be provided upon request to Sparrow caregivers.

2b Inclusive Acquired by 7C Lingo 2b Inclusive LLC, which is a professional development training firm, has been acquired by 7C Lingo, a LansingTedi Parsons based, cross-cultural communications company that provides language services, professional development and trainings, and cultural and diversity development for its private and public sector clients throughout all industries.

Tedi Parsons, the managing partner of 2b Inclusive, has been brought onto the 7C Lingo team as the vice president of professional development and training. He will oversee a new initiative, 7C Pros, which will focus on professional development and training for those just starting their careers to individuals in the C-level suite.

Martin Arranges Sale of Lansing Property Martin Commercial Properties recently brokered the sale of 3001 W. Main St. in Lansing.

The building is 25,256 square feet and was previously owned by Sinto America Inc. The company is consolidating its employees to be based from the headquarters in Grand Ledge and no longer had need for the

office on Main Street. It was purchased by Acoustics Inn LLC. Martin Commercial Properties Senior Associate Thomas Jamieson represented the seller. “We were glad to be able to assist Roberts Sinto Corp. as their needs evolved,” he said.

Pray Promoted to LAFCU Assistant Manager Morgan Pray has been promoted to assistant manager of LAFCU’s West Lansing Branch.

For her new position, Pray oversees branch operations, including teller and lending functions, and has staff supervisory responsibilities.

Pray was promoted shortly before the COVID-19 pandemic and has been a key leader in restructuring services to protect members and employees. This included training branch employees to operate LAFCU’s network of interactive teller machines while working from home.

Interactive teller machines have audiovisual technology that enables virtual faceto-face banking like an in-person visit to a branch. In 2019, the Michigan credit union converted all its drive-thru lanes at all its branches to the interactive machines.

Commission Director Receives Broadband Visionary Award Connected Nation honored Robin Ancona, the director of the telecommunications division of the Michigan Public Service Commission, with the 2020 Broadband Visionary Award. The nationally acclaimed award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional and visionary leadership with regard to the application of broadband and related technologies.

Ancona was honored during a surprise virtual ceremony, which included remarks

from Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist and was attended by Connected Nation staff members and leadership. Ancona has spent 40 years of her career dedicated to public service.

logging; monitoring well installation; soil and groundwater sampling; routine free product monitoring and recovery activities; data evaluation; and preparing technical reports for investigation and remediation projects.

Martin Helps Sell Lansing Office Park Martin Commercial Properties recently brokered the sale of a six-building portfolio in west Lansing.

Creyts Holdings LLC purchased the portfolio from Woodlake LLC, which is owned by Donny Luberto. He purchased the properties in 2015 with plans to sell them once the properties were over 90% occupied. The six-building portfolio was comprised of 36,827 square feet, with five of the six buildings fully leased by Martin Commercial Properties as the listing agent. The portfolio is just west of the Interstate 496 and Interstate 69 exchange and less than a mile from national retailers such as Target, Burlington and Meijer.

Concert Helps Fund Nature Center Foundation On May 1, Lansing 5:01 hosted a live concert called the Lansing Live-A-Thon on its Facebook page featuring 11 Lansingbased musicians and special guests. The donations from the event will be distributed to 10 nonprofit beneficiaries including the Harris Nature Center Foundation.

The Harris Nature Center Foundation was established by Meridian Township in 2006 to support the Harris Nature Center by raising funds for programs, exhibits and nature center building improvements.

The Lansing Live-A-Thon’s goal was to help show support for a few local nonprofits and small businesses that have contributed to the resurgence of the region.

Dussel Joins Triterra Mike Dussel joined Triterra as an environmental scientist. He holds a bachelor’s degree Mike Dussel in environmental science from Albion College. His work focuses on the investigation and remediation of leaking underground storage tank sites. He has an extensive background in the environmental science field with a history of sample acquisition and subsequent analysis.

Dussel’s responsibilities include coordinating field activities; completing subsurface investigations, including borehole

Mayberry Homes Awarded Avid Gold Award Mayberry Homes has been awarded the 17th annual Avid Gold Award for Customer Experience among all the production homebuilders in the North Central Region.

Award winners are chosen based on results received from some of the largest publicly traded builders, North America’s largest private builders and hundreds of small volume custom builders.

The awards honor homebuilders throughout North America for scoring the highest with their customers on homebuying experience surveys, which are evaluated using Avid’s award-winning GoSurvey platform.

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A DISTRIBUTED WORKFORCE THE ART OF WORKING REMOTELY

BY SUSAN COMBS

What a difference a few months makes. That’s the understatement of 2020. With the deadly COVID-19 pandemic overtaking our lives and conversations, many businesses and organizations were flung into the remote workspace. As we continue to adjust to our new normal, here are a couple suggestions for working with a distributed workforce:

The Meeting Canoe A coaching colleague once described parts of a meeting as in the shape of a canoe. The first pointed end is where we begin the meeting with connection. The “meat” of the meeting is the wide part of the canoe.

The second pointed end includes follow-up action items. In this remote working environment, it is so important to remember to connect first. People may be hitting a wall with juggling home life and work life. Take the time to check in. In the beginning of this change, I was encouraging my coaching clients in their team meetings to ask specific things like, “What’s been a positive about working from home? What are you noticing in your neighborhood?

How are you supporting our

community? What’s been hard about this?” Ask a good open-ended question and then go around and call on each person answer. It helps people to connect and to process what is going on.

Resources Look for resources to help you and your team work better together.

Check out remotepathways.com, which has podcasts and resources from fellow coaches Jennifer Britton and Michelle Mullins. With about a dozen podcasts with titles like “Getting Up to Speed Quickly in the Remote Space” and “Conflict in the Remote Space,” these 20-minute podcasts offer helpful tips, worksheets, mini courses and so much more. (Full disclosure:

I am the guest for the podcast on mentoring remotely.)

Lean on Prior Experience and Ask for Help if Needed In March I launched a corporate mentor program with participants dialing in from all over the world.

I had done a similar training in 2019, but with half the number of participants (20 people versus 40 participants). I knew I would be challenged delivering the content and also managing all the participants, so this time I enlisted the help of two people from my client’s human resources team. They helped me keep track of who still needed to respond and monitored questions coming in from the chat feature. It worked beautifully.

BE PATIENT WITH EACH OTHER DURING THIS UNUSUAL TIME. CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING WITH YOUR TEAM MEMBERS. AND LET’S ENJOY OUR MICHIGAN SUMMER AS BEST WE CAN THIS YEAR.

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NEED FOR HIGH SPEED

BY AMANDA FISCHER

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The COVID-19 pandemic caused organizations to shake up the way they operate in just a matter of days, with many having to switch employees to working remotely with practically no prep time. Reliable, high-speed internet swiftly became more of a necessity than a luxury.

“Internet is no longer a want, it’s a necessity and is more essential now than ever before. Most people’s day to day requires constant connectivity, especially during a difficult time like this,” Spartan Net President Richard Laing said.

Yet, research by M-Lab showed that more than 62% of counties across the U.S. do not have access to the government minimum download speed for broadband internet. Additionally, there was a 10% increase in counties that saw download speeds fall below the government standard, representing 1-in-10 counties in the U.S. between February and April.

National internet company Viasat is working to increase the availability of high-speed internet, even in more rural areas that are currently left behind. The company is recognized for having some of the most powerful satellites in space, delivering fast, reliable internet access, even in the hardest-to-reach places, said Evan Dixon, Viasat vice president and head of residential services.

“We’re currently investing billions of dollars more in our nextgeneration satellite networks that will deliver faster speeds and increase our global footprint,” he added.

The company is targeting communities outside of current cable network service areas. Spartan Net also is working locally to combat the issue.

“Spartan Net continues to expand as the demand for reliable ultrahigh-speed internet grows. We’ve expanded from Lansing to Grand Rapids to Metro Detroit and now circled back around to our Lansing community as the necessity for our service offerings has evolved,” Laing said.

ENTERTAINMENT ON PAUSE

BY ADAM LANSDELL

REAL ID DEADLINE EXTENDED

BY MARY GAJDA

Residents of the Mitten State will have a little more time to get their Real IDs in order if they haven’t already. The original deadline was extended due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Beginning Oct. 1, 2021, Michiganders will need to present a Real ID-compliant document to fly within the United States. It will also be needed to enter certain federal facilities like military bases or nuclear power plants.

“Given that Real ID will be necessary for domestic flights, the Department of Homeland Security decision to give everyone another year before they enforce the requirement ensures everyone who wishes to become compliant is able to do so,” said Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson.

“We have been preparing for the Real ID regulations to take effect for quite a while, but we are very happy to see that they have moved the deadline to next year,” said Spencer Flynn, marketing manager of the Capital Region Airport Authority. “Due to the COVID-19 situation closing many of the offices needed for passengers to update their ID, it was going to make the transition very difficult. ​The new regulations further strengthen the safety and security measures for domestic air travel.”

Most residents already have identification that meets the proper security standards of the Real ID Act, including a valid U.S. passport, enhanced driver’s license, federally recognized tribal-issued photo ID or foreign government-issued passport, to name a few.

You can turn a standard license or state ID card into a Real ID at a secretary of state branch office or at michigan.gov/sos.

The coronavirus pandemic brought the curtain down on entertainment across the nation as sports, concerts and other live events were postponed or canceled entirely.

Fans left holding tickets may be unsure of the status of their upcoming plans and what to do next; however, there are options available for refunds or other alternatives.

“Due to the economic strain fans are seeing, some primary ticket issuers are offering customers a chance for a refund for postponed events,” said Brian Posey, president and CEO of The Ticket Machine in Meridian Township. “However, some professional or even college teams are offering a credit toward next season’s tickets in lieu of a refund.”

On its customer service page, Ticketmaster states that “if an event is canceled, and you purchased your ticket through ticketmaster.com, our phone center, or Fan-to-Fan, we will automatically issue you a refund to the credit card, debit card, gift card or the method of payment used to make your purchase.”

StubHub recommends holding on to tickets if an event is postponed because the tickets may still be valid if it is rescheduled in the future. For canceled events, StubHub is issuing a 120% credit that can be used on one or more events through Dec. 31, 2021.

The best option is to visit the seller’s website for information on what types of refunds are available or contact the venue of the event directly for additional details.

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HONORING LEGACY “Our ability to change and evolve is a reflection of a robust and integrated network of employers, education partners, councils, labor partners, economic development, regional partners, subrecipients and leadership boards.”

– Edythe (Edee) Copeland

CONNECTING WITH BUSINESS. STRENGTHENING OUR WORKFORCE. camw.org | 1-800-285-WORK

“I plan to continue to have our agency looked upon as an innovative thought leader in workforce development initiatives and programs that benefit the greater good of the capital region, as well as the state of Michigan.”

– Carrie Rosingana

AND A NEW VISION Capital Area Michigan Works! congratulates Edythe (Edee) Copeland on her retirement and Carrie Rosingana on her promotion to CEO.

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BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE PULSE-CHECKING THE POST-OUTBREAK ECONOMY

BY ADAM LANSDELL

According to early predictions compiled by Statista, economists expect most major economies, including the United States, to experience a 2.4% drop in gross domestic product by the end of 2020 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. While the potential for a second COVID-19 outbreak this year looms as a concern, it begs the question of how the national, state and regional economy might absorb another blow. We asked regional business leaders whether or not they feel the economy could survive another shutdown.

MICHAEL NORDMANN,

ROB FOWLER,

VIRG BERNERO,

“Americans are resilient, and I believe we will come out of this traumatic time having learned a great deal of important lessons, as we did in 2008. We should continue to focus on what we can control, strive to keep ourselves and our loved ones healthy, and live within our means. When things do begin to bounce back, I am hopeful people will begin to save as much as they can to prepare for whatever is ahead.”

“The economy can survive, but only after a long, slow and painful period of recovery and a lot of businesses’ carnage along the way. Right now, we know that many small businesses will not survive the first shutdown.

In a recent poll of our members, 14% said it’s unlikely that they will survive the current stayhome executive order, with 4% saying they expect to be out of business. I think it is really important for policymakers and government officials to understand that these decisions have enormously consequential impact on more than just individual health.”

“Michiganders are incredibly resilient, resourceful and hardworking — helping to deliver America through every challenge, including the Great Depression and WWII. We will overcome the COVID-19 challenge as well. Already the ingenuity of our business leaders and citizens is on full display, with local manufacturers producing the vital PPE our brave health care workers need. One of our biotech firms is even working to develop a vaccine. Capital-area manufacturers are safely working to defeat COVID-19 and restore our economy by bringing more production back to our shores. You name it, we can build it — right here in Michigan.”

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ADJUSTING TO A NEW NORMAL IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19 A Q&A WITH GOV. GRETCHEN WHITMER

Q& A There is a saying: “Don’t judge me by my mistakes, judge me by how I deal with my mistakes.” What mistake have you made and how have you learned from them?

This pandemic has been a crisis unlike any we’ve encountered before, and every day is a learning experience. I’ve made a lot of tough choices, like closing schools for the remainder of the year and banning public gatherings, but at the end of the day, I stand by all of them because I know they were the best things to do to keep our families safe. Everyone makes mistakes. It’s part of

BY TIFFANY DOWLING

life. But the best thing we can do is listen to experts, monitor the data and do everything we can to keep people safe.

What is your advice for business leaders as they face a new normal in light of COVID-19, and what is the biggest thing you’ve learned about Michigan’s business community during this crisis?

My advice is to study the best practices in your field. … It is crucial that your employees and your customers alike can have confidence that your place of business is safe.

Maintaining best practices and protocols — like regularly sanitizing surfaces and educating yourselves and your employees on the symptoms of COVID-19 — are key to that.

What is your leadership style and mantra?

Surround myself with talented people, ask questions and get the facts. One of the things I appreciate the most in this moment is that I have many fellow governors from both sides of the aisle with whom I confer. I’ve also been regularly working with health care experts right here in Michigan and across the country.

You’re the governor, a mom, a wife, a friend and Michigander.

How have all your roles affected

decision-making? How has the criticism you’ve faced affected you and your family?

I think of my kids and the long-term view of the decisions and direction we chart. I know that my daughters are watching, and that centers every decision I make. I want them to have the courage to stand up for what they believe in. My family is tough. They generally take things in stride, but sometimes there are hard days like recently when armed demonstrators protested outside of our home.

But for every hard day, there are still always opportunities for us to have a laugh together like when Cecily Strong played me on “Saturday Night Live” recently. The bottom line is that my family is the most important thing in the world to me, and I think of them every time I have to make a tough decision.

What are your words of encouragement to those young people trying hard to adjust to a new normal?

My daughter is graduating from high school.

She won’t have a graduation ceremony or party like we had always contemplated to celebrate this milestone. I can’t tell her what the fall will look like either. This is hard, and there are a lot of unknowns. But what we do know is that we will get through this together.

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life on lansing’s trails A major key to combating stress the last few months has been exercise. Joggers took to the Lansing River Trail, which stretches from Waverly Road to Old Town and from Potter Park into Michigan State University. Find out more about the Lansing River Trail at lansingrivertrail.org.

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THE UNRUH BARN WAS BUILT DURING THE 1870S

EXPLORING MERIDIAN HISTORICAL VILLAGE EACH MONTH, 517 WILL TAKE A LOOK AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS IN THE REGION TO CONSIDER EXPLORING. WE HOPE TO INTRODUCE YOU TO PLACES YOU MAY HAVE HEARD OF BUT HAVEN’T SEEN ALONG WITH A FEW REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD.

BY MARY GAJDA THE VILLAGE CHAPEL SEATS UP TO 100 GUESTS

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Reasons to check out Meridian Historical Village

THE GENERAL STORE

DID YOU KNOW? THE UNRUH BARN HOUSES ANTIQUE FARMING TOOLS AND A BLACKSMITH DISPLAY

THE LOG CABIN

Within the heart of Meridian Township at Central Park lies a small, picturesque village that will take you back in time.

Meridian Historical Village, 5151 Marsh Road in Okemos, features buildings that have been relocated and restored to their original 18th century style.

Among the historical transplants is the Randall School, which was used until 1975. The Friends of Historic Meridian rescued the building and moved it to Central Park, where it is now used to teach kids about life in the 1800s.

A 19th century-inspired chapel, a newer structure built using historical blueprints, also sits on the grounds and is available for weddings, musical programs, memorials and other events.

Visitors to Meridian Historical Village will also enjoy the general store, the Grettenberger farmhouse, the Barnes house, the log cabin and more.

Meridian Historical Village Executive Director Patrick Edmond Reynolds often gives tours and has fascinating stories about the history of each building.

“It’s just a great little place to experience local history in a more physical way than books or the internet,” Reynolds said. “It’s something I wish people were more aware of and felt free to visit more often.”

The Meridian Historical Village buildings are typically open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. This year’s schedule may be adjusted due to current and future COVID-19 guidelines. Visitors who would like to see inside the buildings are encouraged to check ahead for hours. Visit meridianhistoricalvillage.org for more information.

EDUCATION Meridian Historical Village is a great place for kids to learn about Michigan’s history. Tours and “Big History” lessons are available.

WEDDINGS Getting married? Scout out the village as a potential backdrop for your ceremony.

PHOTOS Photographers are welcome at the village. There is no fee for photo shoots on the grounds. Meridian Historical Village appreciates donations to support preserving the grounds and maintenance.

Photographers should always give the photography right of way to booked events like weddings.

FUN You’ll often spot avid “Pokemon Go” players at the park, as well as those who enjoy fishing and the surrounding trails.

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INDOOR HERB GARDENS TEACHING KIDS TO CULTIVATE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR Want to help your kids learn more about gardening? Not sure they’re ready for the responsibility? An indoor herb garden could be a fun and easy way to see if your kids have the interest and patience to be a green thumb.

Developing an indoor herb garden is a low-risk way to learn to garden. Many of the plants normally found in an indoor herb garden need minimal attention and they live indoors, limiting variables like weather that are commonly associated with outdoor, seasonal gardens. In addition, indoor herbs are produced quickly and can be used in your daily cooking making them instantly rewarding, accessible and useful.

To get started with indoor herb gardening, establish some commonly used herbs you use in your kitchen.

Producing your own herbs is a great way to enhance the quality and flavor of many of your favorite dishes.

Common selections for in-home herb gardens that take little maintenance include mint, basil, catnip, chives, lavender and sage. These herbs are easy for kids to manage and each has nearly endless applications that could open the door to your children becoming interested in at-home remedies, cooking and more.

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cool pets THE PARAKEET The parakeet can be a great family pet, if you can give it the daily social interaction it needs. They enjoy a diet of fresh food and fruit and love toys that keep them happy and occupied.

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THREE-INGREDIENT PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES COVID-19 caused us all to dig deep in our pantries and find we are capable of making meals and treats out of what we have — like this yummy and easy recipe for peanut butter cookies.

INGREDIENTS 1 EGG 1 CUP SUGAR 1 CUP PEANUT BUTTER DIRECTIONS SET YOUR OVEN TO 350 F. MIX EGG, SUGAR AND PEANUT BUTTER TOGETHER UNTIL WELL BLENDED. ROLL INTO BALLS AND PLACE ON UNGREASED COOKIE SHEET OR PARCHMENT PAPER (ON COOKIE SHEET).

PRESS FORK INTO COOKIES TO MAKE A CRISSCROSS PATTERN. BAKE FOR 10-12 MINUTES. COOL AND ENJOY.

craft idea TIN-CAN WINDSOCK WHAT YOU NEED • • • • •

TIN CANS OF ANY SIZE RIBBONS ACRYLIC PAINT AND PAINTBRUSHES CRAFT GLUE MASKING TAPE

WHAT TO DO Line the inside rim of the can to help avoid sharp edges as you paint and decorate.

Paint the can in your favorite colors and set to dry.

Attach ribbons in the length of your choice to the can using craft glue.

You can also attach ribbons to the top of the can for hanging.

Add any embellishments you like — from gems to stickers.

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SUMMER TRENDS: A BLAST FROM THE PAST PREVIOUS DECADES CONTINUE TO CREEP INTO MODERN STYLE

Michigan is known for its unpredictable weather. We make jokes about it snowing one day and being 80 degrees the next. In most places, people can count on breaking out their summer outfits starting in June, but it seems impossible to make shorts work when it’s 60 degrees at 9 a.m., 80 degrees at noon and 45 degrees by sunset. That doesn’t mean you have to skip summer fashion — it just means you have to get more creative with it.

BY AMANDA FISCHER

’90S SQUARE-TOE HEELS

If you’ve been paying attention to the runways or footwear in general over the past year, you’ve probably noticed chunky shoes are in. The square-toed heels of the 1990s are back and giving summer fashion a cool old-turned-new vibe. Closed toe or open toe — it doesn’t matter as long as you’re working the square toe.

MOVE OVER ’80S, NEON IS BACK

What says summer more than bright, fun colors? Designers created their new lines with a nod to the neon greens, pinks, oranges, yellows and blues of the 1980s when they premiered their summer lines this year. You can bet we’ll be seeing these colors all summer long — and the best part is they can be in pants, shorts, dresses or whatever the weather allows.

’60S WALLPAPER

If unique patterns are your style, then this is your summer. What Harper’s Bazaar is lovingly calling “’60s wallpaper” after the psychedelic wallpaper patterns of the 1960s and 1970s, the retro prints are cute, fun and workable for warm or cool weather.

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TAKEOUT WE ASKED OUR READERS IN A SOCIAL MEDIA POLL FOR THEIR THOUGHTS ON THE BEST TAKEOUT IN GREATER LANSING

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Finger-licking good Southern barbecue is not easy to come by this far north, but Saddleback BBQ does it right — with a twist of Midwestern flair. Our readers voted it the best takeout in the 517 because of its award-winning barbecue and devotion to the community. Customers said they’re proud the Saddleback crew helps donate food to the community and that the food was “made with love.”

Stop by the Okemos or REO Town locations to find out why people are raving about Saddleback’s takeout.

“They are doing a fantastic job getting quality food out.” “Today we went in to grab a carryout order and were met with the most friendly and welcoming staff.” Those are just a few things fans had to say about Soup Spoon Cafe. Comments like those, along with their familystyle meals, are the reasons it’s ranked second-best takeout in the capital region. Just a stone’s throw from Sparrow Hospital on Michigan Avenue in Lansing, Soup Spoon is a convenient location for quick, easy pickup.

Add Soup Spoon to your menu this week.

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HONORABLE MENTION: PIZZA The Lansing area is packed so many great pizza places that it’s tough to just pick one favorite.

Our readers mentioned a number of pizza joints, including: •

Snap Custom Pizza in East Lansing

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Piazzano’s in Lansing

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Shove It Pizza Truck

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Fabiano’s in Grand Ledge and Westphalia

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DeLuca’s in Lansing

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Buddie’s in Holt, Okemos and East Lansing

STAND UP AND BE COUNTED Your opinion matters, so let your voice be heard.

Each month, 517 Magazine will showcase a “517 Best Of” feature that is voted on by our readers. The topic will be posted to the 517 Facebook page, where fans can vote on everything from food and dining options, shopping and entertainment choices, and everything in between across the Greater Lansing region.

Make your vote count by casting your ballot for your favorite business in the area.

Find us on Facebook @517 Mag and find out all the details for next month’s vote.

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By Laurie Nash Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune skin disease resulting in the loss of hair on the scalp and elsewhere on the body. It usually starts with one or more small, round and smooth patches on the scalp and can progress to total scalp hair loss (alopecia totalis) or complete body hair loss (alopecia universalis).

Although there have been many theories and a great deal of research, the cause is still generally unknown. Some studies have shown a relationship between the condition and stress, trauma and hereditary factors.

Alopecia affects many people; it does not discriminate. Approximately 2% of the world’s population, including more than 6 million people in the United States, will likely develop a form of alopecia areata in their lifetimes. In addition, more than 60% of those suffer from a corresponding condition such as lupus, eczema, Crohn’ diseases, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune conditions that could also cause hair loss to the scalp.

Hair can grow back or fall out again at any time, and the course of the disease is different for each person. The onset, progression, remission and reoccurrence of alopecia areata in all its forms is highly unpredictable and cyclical.

At Another Look Hair Institute, we assist at the beginning stages of shock and continue to help any form of alopecia through each different journey. We have products, procedures, systems and additions for each and every stage.

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Shock: Why me? Is this really happening?

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Distress: I don’t want to be seen anywhere by anyone; I’m scared.

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Depression: I am always upset, even over the smallest things.

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Anger: I’m always angry with everyone, even myself.

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Lost: I feel like I’ve lost my selfesteem and my identity.

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Turnaround: I am starting to discover the real me, who I am, with or without hair.

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Acceptance: I realize I am not alone.

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Opportunity: I’m getting stronger, more educated and I can look good and different everyday with my new hair.

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Happiness: The world is back in its right place, and I am where I want to be.

10. Compassion: I relate to others not as fortunate; I am able to tell my story and help them.

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MOST OF IT ISOLATION LEADS TO CREATIVITY, DISCOVERY, SELF-REFLECTION

BY CHRISTOPHER NAGY

While the stay-at-home restrictions were difficult for many Michiganders, they did not come without some benefits. Residents across Greater Lansing not only learned to persevere, but they also discovered a variety of creative and unexpected qualities about themselves.

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ERIN CROWE WITH HER DAUGHTER, MAGGIE

A STAR IS BORN

For East Lansing resident Erin Crowe and her 12-year-old daughter, Maggie, self-isolation meant an opportunity for Maggie to hone a hobby as well as provide a connection with family and friends. With Maggie as chef and Crowe as camerawoman, the pair created videos showcasing Maggie’s burgeoning baking skills.

“When thinking about something to do during quarantine, Maggie started baking and some friends asked if they could bake ‘together,’” Crowe explained. “We decided to use Facebook Live as the platform so more

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friends could join, and it ended up being a really social activity that many people enjoyed.”

Maggie has been baking independently for a few years and uses her culinary craftsmanship as a creative outlet and positive activity. Her step-by-step video demonstrations included everything from chocolate chip cookies and scones to lemon poppyseed muffins and Easter cheesecakes.

“It was a great way to bridge the gap between something that makes her happy and a way to connect with everyone she was missing while being home during quarantine,” Crowe said. “She liked being able to share

something she is passionate about with friends and family, and it was really fun to read the comments and answer questions throughout the baking process.”

Although the quarantine presented challenges and changes to normal routines, it also presented an opportunity to learn and grow as both individuals and as a family.

“We have had to change our activities as a family,” Crowe said. “The kids have learned some new household skills and tasks … and we have had more time to create in the kitchen. I taught myself how to make homemade bread.”

ABBIE BROWN WITH HER HUSBAND, NICK, AND SON GABRIEL – photo by Cassie Pietron

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COVID-19 has proven that I do not actually require any of these things and that I can still do my job full time — be a mom full time and a wife full time — without knowing what is going to happen next ~ RACHEL PINER

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STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

RELINQUISHING CONTROL

Teamwork makes the dream work for Lansing resident Abbie Brown, who discovered that she and her husband are quite the dynamic duo when it comes to parenting their son.

“We knocked out potty training in the first week,” she said. “That is just the tip of the iceberg as far as what we have accomplished.

I feel like he and I have been able to spend some time talking about how we want to parent and then putting those goals into action because of the time we have now to dedicate to it. We even had a ‘date night-in’ creating a vision board for our family.”

When her husband announced his plans to work from home, Brown panicked at the thought of having too much “together” time.

The result, however, was polar opposite of her initial fears.

“I have found our family — and especially the relationship of my husband and I — getting stronger through this time,” she said. “We actually have the time to spend together and do things that normally would fall to the wayside.”

Sometimes inner strength means letting go.

Williamston resident Rachel Piner believed she required structure, routine and planning to thrive. In self-quarantine, she discovered she was much stronger than that.

“COVID-19 has proven that I do not actually require any of these things and that I can still do my job full time — be a mom full time and a wife full time — without knowing what is going to happen next,” Piner said. “I don’t always have to have the answer; I can just trust that we will figure it out, one step at a time.”

Although successfully overcoming unexpected obstacles has given Piner a great sense of accomplishment during the stay-athome order, the hardest part of quarantine has been the distance from extended family — yet even that has given her a highlighted sense of appreciation.

“I have a very close family and not being able to see them for more than two months has been very difficult,” she said. “This makes me hopeful that when this is all over, I won’t take seeing my loved ones for granted.”

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SPEND SOME TIME PLAYING AT ROTARY PARK Peace and love mark the way to Rotary Park in downtown Lansing.

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spend the summer solstice lighting up the world in the fight against Alzheimer’s THE LONGEST DAY: A VIRTUAL FUNDRAISING EFFORT FOR THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION The Longest Day fundraising event will be held on the day of summer solstice, June 20, the day during the year with the most daylight. People from all over the world will fight the darkness brought on by Alzheimer’s disease through a fundraising activity of their choice. To participate, register at act.alz.org, start your fundraiser and invite others.

When: June 20 Where: From the comfort of your own home For information: Visit the Michigan Great Lakes Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org/mglc.

THIS MONTH’S EVENTS Please call ahead to any live events to make sure they haven’t been postponed or canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. Visit 517living.com for more Lansing-area activities

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VIRTUAL EVENTS: Digital Marketing Tips and Tricks Lunch and Learn June 17, noon to 12:45 p.m.

Learn the do’s and don’ts of effective digital marketing strategy with easyto-implement ideas you can do today.

SAVE THE DATE: Social Equity Virtual Event June 20, noon to 1 p.m.

Every other Saturday, the community resiliency project meets to discuss one of its special topics: social equity, food security, waste management and sustainable energy.

Lansing Made’s 517 Day Celebration July 11, noon to 9 p.m.

This free event is a celebration of the 517 region and tentatively scheduled for July 11 at Rotary Park. It includes music, food and fun.

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LET’S PUT YOU IN THE SPOTLIGHT One of the most valuable tools of branding is making the right impression. M3 Group works to get the media’s attention to help ensure that each impression you make is the right one. Not only will we work to ensure that your brand’s message is brought to the public eye, we’ll work to make sure media coverage focuses on the details that matter.

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GIVE DAD A FUN SUBSCRIPTION BOX FOR FATHER’S DAY For Father’s Day, or any day, there are so many interesting subscription box services to choose from. You can subscribe to receive a monthly box of almost anything you can imagine — from meat to craft beer to clothes. If you know a dad who has a passion or hobby, you can probably find a subscription box to feed his habit monthly with new gadgets and goodies.

BOARD GAMES AND PUZZLES For some quality family time, get Dad a board game or puzzle. It can lead to a fun game night or a quiet Sunday putting together a puzzle.

Time with your family is always a great gift.

PERSONALIZED ITEMS Get Dad things he will use daily, but personalize it with a monogram. It could be a money clip or a watch or a bag — or anything handy. If you’re worried about monogramming adding delivery delays, take a photo and put it in a card.

GAG GIFTS TO MAKE DAD SMILE Does the dad in your life like bad dad jokes?

Consider fun gag gifts for Father’s Day — anything from joke books to toilet mugs. Want him to laugh but still get something sweet?

Shop for fun, cheap gag gifts to give him before the real gift reveal.

HOME FITNESS EQUIPMENT If you know a dad with a goal to get in shape, get him some home fitness equipment. It is a gift that will show your support of his healthier lifestyle choices and will give him a way to get fit at home. Dumbbells or resistance bands are inexpensive fitness gear that can lead him on the road to better health.

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