Impossible is nothing.

Sometimes it’s the right attitude that gets you where you want to be.  For Brock the inspiration came from UM Football Coach Rich Rodriguez, who told him he could lead the Michigan team out of the tunnel at the University of Connecticut game if he did so of his own accord.  No wheelchair.  Just a couple of walking canes and a can-do attitude.  Since last October he’s been working daily with the UM Strength & Conditioning staff to strengthen his muscles, hoping they would support him in reaching his goal.  Perhaps, though, it was what is between his ears more than anything else that helped him achieve it.  He believed he could do it.  Impossible is nothing.

Since the start of last year’s abysmal season Coach Rodriguez has been asking Michigan fans to be “All In For Michigan.”  Could they believe in a team that is struggling?  Would they show their support in the worst of times?  That is the test of a true fan.  Impossible is nothing.

When Coach Rodriguez arrived on the Michigan campus back in 2008, there were many Michigan diehards who felt that he didn’t seem to understand the Michigan mystique, that he didn’t embrace ...]]> http://lucyannlance.com/?p=6105 http://lucyannlance.com/?p=6088 Note: If you are searching for regular content such as, the Chamber Reports, re:New Michigan, Wellness Wednesday, Book Talk, and other weekly interviews, please click “Featured Contributors.”  Each regular contributor has its own page on our site.

Friday, September 3

Bryant Stuckey, Owner of Decadent Delight – A 21st birthday party nets a Hollywood celebrity client for an Ann Arbor baker.

MIchael Hozern, Schott Foundation - Report highlights huge gap in graduation rates between black males and white males.

Thursday, September 2

Rich Rodriguez, University of Michigan Football Coach – Coach Rodriguez talks about his team, the new Big 10 divisions, the pivotal season ahead, and the remarkable recovery of Brock Mealer.

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Wednesday, September 1

Mary Ann Markowitz, Regional Administrator of the SBA, Region 5 (on phone); and Steve Feinman, District Director, Michigan SCORE (in studio) - Procurement Matchmaking: How businesses can access federal contracts from the U.S. Government.

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Howard Bunsis, Treasurer of the EMU-AAUP – The EMU faculty union and administration both made concessions to reach a tentative contract.

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Tuesday, August 31

Peter O’Neil, Audio Engineer for University of Michigan Football Games / TEL Systems (Thalner Electronics Lab) – University of Michigan is rededicating its newly-expanded stadium, along with enhanced audio.

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Monday, August 30

Dr. David Canter, Executive Director of the North Campus Research Center (NCRC)

http://lucyannlance.com/?p=6006 Thursday, August 26, 2010

David Jesse, AnnArbor.com: “EMU Contract Talks” – The current  contract between EMU and its faculty ends at the start of the school year, and both sides agree they are far apart.  Raises, health benefits, and student enrollment are all factors this year.

Amanda Uhle, 826Michigan: “8.26 on 8/26 for 826″ – Unique fundraising campaign to help local literacy efforts today.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Marsha Chamberlin, President/CEO of the Ann Arbor Art Center: Reveal! – The “reveal” of an original mural painted on the back of the Grizzly Peak Brewing Company.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Dr. Diana Tores-Burgos, Director of Washtenaw County Public Health Department – The West Nile virus.

Mandy Grewel, Pittsfield Township Supervisor – What Costco brings to Pittsfield Township; and the West Nile virus hits Pittsfield Township.

Monday, August 23, 2010

Judy McGovern, Ann Arbor Observer: Other People’s Money – How Broadway Village cost the state pension fund.

 
Linda & Joe Tesar, along with their boys,
Cal & Gabe

Ann Arbor Family’s Home Scene of ‘Scream 4′:  Meet the Tesars - What’s it like to loan your home to a movie production?  The Tesar family, dad Joe, mom Linda, and brothers Cal & Gabe, share the experience of what happened to their lives and remodeled 1910 home when ‘Scream 4′ came to Ann Arbor.

Deb Kern, Humane Society of Huron Valley, & LAL Show’s Dean Erskine - Each week we introduce you to a sweet furry friend to call your own.  This week meet Trina, a 7 year-old Boxer Hound.    Check out the picture here: http://lucyannlance.com/?page_id=644 

Dave Askins, Editor of AnnArborChronicle.com - Public Art – An encounter with a humanoid creature in downtown Ann Arbor http://annarborchronicle.com/2010/08/27/second-liberty-2/;   Rabhi/Fried Recount -  After losing his bid for a seat on the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners to Yusef Rabhi by one vote,  Mike Fried called for a recount.  Dave Askins was there as the Board of Examiners reviewed the ballotsand reports on what happened  http://annarborchronicle.com/2010/08/26/rabhi-prevails-on-recount/;

 Book Talk with the UM Press’ Heather Newman – Each week Heather shares with us a book published by the University of Michigan Press.  This week’s featured book is “Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Almanac”.   Under the “Featured Contributors” link you can access all of the Book Talk podcasts separately.    

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Tina Miller, R.D./Meijer Healthy Living Advisor -  Tantalizing Tomatoes - When they are homegrown, they are even better! Tina explains how to select, store, and even freeze these delectable globes that are packed with nutrition.  In ...]]> http://lucyannlance.com/?p=5989 http://lucyannlance.com/?p=5982 9 AM-10 AM:                                 

Hero of the Week:  Giuseppe Gottfried, 7 Year-Old Woodland Meadows First Grader; Parents Sonia & Andy Gottfried – Two years ago when he was just five, this Saline boy decided he wanted to help the troops.  Since then he’s raised $1,315 for Operation Injured Soldiers and garnered the attention of the White House. 

Deb Kern, Humane Society of Huron Valley, & LAL Show’s Dean Erskine - Each week we introduce you to a sweet furry friend to call your own.  This week meet Amy, a 3 year-old grey Tiger Tabby.    Check out the picture here: http://lucyannlance.com/?page_id=644 

Mary Morgan, Publisher of AnnArborChronicle.com - The novel approach the City of Ann Arbor is taking to shore up its funding for specxial programs, such as the Ann Arbor Senior Center and Mack Pool. http://annarborchronicle.com/2010/08/16/shoring-up-the-ann-arbor-senior-center/   Also, an update from this week’s Ann Arbor Park Advisory Commission – why is the city putting out a call for “Request for Proposals” for Huron Hills Golf Course?  http://annarborchronicle.com/2010/08/19/public-turns-out-to-support-huron-hills-golf/ 

Book Talk with the UM Press’ Heather Newman – Each week Heather shares with us a book published by the University of Michigan Press.  Under the “Featured Contributors” link you can access all of the Book Talk podcasts separately.    

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Tina Miller, R.D./Meijer Healthy Living Advisor -   Back to School - Learn how to make creative, healthy school lunches that your kids will actually enjoy!  In addition, visit Tina’s Healthy Living page on our site to access earlier podcasts, as well as her blog which includes great recipes each week. 

David Lorenz, Travel Michigan -  Dream Cruise -  16 miles of Pure Michigan love of cars this weekend ...]]> http://lucyannlance.com/?p=5923 Note:  If you are searching for regular content such as, the Chamber Reports, re:New Michigan, Wellness Wednesday, Book Talk, and other weekly interviews, please click “Featured Contributors.”  Each regular contributor has its own page on our site.

Friday, August 20, 2010

Nick Hutchinson, Project Manager, City of Ann Arbor - Permeable Asphalt 
Describing it similar to “rice crispy treats”, Hutchinson explains how Ann Arbor’s newly paved Sylvan Avenue is a cutting-edge, environmentally-friendly road utilizing permeable asphalt.  That allows rainwater to pass through the road, where it is cleaned and stored until it can be absorbed into the ground.

Jacob A. Brown, KeepMichiganWorking.com – One Stop Place to Find Employment

Tired of hearing how hard it is to find work in Michigan, this local web designer created a site for the unemployed to easily find jobs.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Rich Retyi, University of Michigan Athletic Department – How the UM is Using Social Media

The University of Michigan Athetic Department is fast-becoming the leader and the best in engaging its fans via social media.  Rich is the man behind the campaign and explains how they’re doing it.

U.S. Congressman Mike Rogers – Combat Troops Pull Out of Iraq

Last U.S. combat brigade heads home.  The war is over, so what’s next?

Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Al Fellhauer, McDonald’s Franchisee
His family owns three McDonald’s stretching down U.S.-23 from Ann Arbor to Monroe.  After hearing our conversation with Paula Gardner of AnnArbor.com about The Lord Fox soon re-opening (podcast here: http://lucyannlance.com/?page_id=1960),  Al calls with insight into the restaurant industry.

Kelly Peckens, UM Fullbright Program Advisor / UM International Institute – Department of State U.S. Student Fullbright Program
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Patricia Denig, Director of Planning & Operations for ETCS (Employment Training & Community Services); Joe Dulin, Community Action Board Member/former Principal of Roberto Clemente School - Patricia Denig and Joe Dulin talk about the importance of the Third Annual Community Day sponsored by ETCS to showcase different sources of help, including the County Foreclosure Program, Head Start, Job Training, and more.

 Deb Kern, Humane Society of Huron Valley, & LAL Show’s Dean Erskine - Each week we introduce you to a sweet furry friend to call your own.  This week meet Lucy the Cat, who loves to have her chin scratched!    Check out the picture here: http://lucyannlance.com/?page_id=644

Mary Morgan, Publisher of AnnArborChronicle.com - The Resignation of Ann Arbor Public Schools Superintendent Todd Roberts  http://annarborchronicle.com/2010/08/13/ann-arbor-schools-superintendent-resigns/; Ann Arbor District Library Board Election generates interest and candidates to run,  http://annarborchronicle.com/2010/08/12/library-board-candidates-meet-with-staff/; Banning the felony box from County job applications, http://annarborchronicle.com/2010/08/08/no-more-felony-box-on-county-job-forms/; When is a hate crime a hate crime?.  (Links go to the accompanying print pieces posted in the Chronicle.  Click audio link below to hear our conversation.  You can also get right to our audio segment with Mary on our separate podcast page for the Chronicle conversations here:  http://lucyannlance.com/?page_id=722.)

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Tina Miller, R.D./Meijer Healthy Living Advisor -   Fill Up On Fiber! - We all know how important fiber is to our diet and good gut health, but Tina also tells us how to avoid the less pleasant aspects to eating fiber.     Click audio link below to hear our conversation.  You can also get right to our audio segment with Tina on our separate podcast page for our Healthy Living conversations here:  http://lucyannlance.com/?page_id=637   On that page you’ll also be able to find Tina’s blog complete with this week’s Watermelon Recipes!)

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