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    November 30, 2010

    Business

    1. Small Business Talk Small business caught in tax battle between parties Both Democrats and Republicans are playing the numbers game
    2. Agriculture FDA would boost food inspections under Senate bill Bill would emphasize prevention
    3. Tax break for employer health plans targeted
    4. Economy U.S. nonprofits report improvement in donations But uptick is insufficient to keep up with increased demand

    State

    1. Lansing Posthumus brings veteran experience to Snyder team Governor-elect persuaded former legislator to come out of retirement to help
    2. State Roundup

    Nation

    1. Oregon Muslim leaders fear retribution after plot Some wonder if teen was lured by FBI into illegal act
    2. Washington, D.C. U.S. tries to contain damage from leaked documents Memos amplify global alarm over Iran's nuclear program
    3. California U.S. Supreme Court to consider Calif prison crowding At issue: medical, mental health care delivered to inmates
    4. National Roundup

    Courts

    1. New York Curse confusion NYC teacher caught up in debate over Spanish curse
    2. Supreme Court Notebook

    Feature

    1. Noted political cartoonist has on occasion skewered attorneys Ted Rall in Ann Arbor on book tour Dec. 2
    2. Motherly Intercession Program offers support to kids of moms and dads behind bars
    3. Court orders parole in school case Prosecutor outraged by parole opportunity
    4. Daily Briefs (Nov 30)
    5. Good Works

    Column

    1. Counselor's Corner: Gratitude in 2010
    2. Money Matters: Ratings agencies and ARPS
    3. The Firm: 'Value billing' may set stage for alternative legal fees