Rina Risper

Fenner Conservancy Kicks off “Summer of Stewardship” at Nature Center

Rina Risper14 years ago03 mins

Dame’s Rocket is one of several invasive plants being removed at Fenner Nature Center.

LANSING, MI — Fenner Conservancy, the nonprofit organization that manages Fenner Nature Center, has been awarded assistance in the form of an AmeriCorps staff member. This full-time position will serve through the summer months, coordinating volunteer activities related to conservation and stewardship at Fenner.

Ask Tamara: Computer Love

Rina Risper14 years ago06 mins

Dear Tamara:

I have been chatting back and forth with a man I met online and now he wants us to meet in person. I admit, I am a little nervous about meeting him, but we really hit it off online and I really want to take our relationship to the next level. My family and friends seem to have mixed feelings about whether it’s safe for me to meet him in person. I feel like I know him well enough. We have exchanged several photos and chatted using a web cam. I really don’t think online dating is any different than going on a “blind” date with someone you never met. Do you think it’s safe to meet him in person?

Computer Love

Your Other 8 Hours: Why You’re Not Reaching Your Goals (And What To Do About It)

Rina Risper14 years ago07 mins

By Robert Pagliarini,

Tribune Media Services

What’s a million dollar idea worth? Not much. Unlike most things, the value of an idea is not inherent to the idea, but is a function of the owner of the idea. A cello in my hands is worth very little, but a cello in Yo-Yo Ma’s hands is worth millions. Why is that?

The Kid’s Doctor: No More Fever Phobia!

Rina Risper14 years ago07 mins

Even though a feverish child may look pathetic, he/she may not need medical treatment. CREDIT: Fotolia.com.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
Tribune Media Services
www.kidsdr.com

Parental concerns about children with fever continue to be the primary reason for phone calls to pediatricians’ offices, visits to the doctor and late-night trips to the ER. The term “fever phobia” is not new, and one of the hardest things to “teach” parents is the mantra: Fever is your friend.

Interpersonal EDGE: Out of Options with Rude Co-Worker?

Rina Risper14 years ago05 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Media Services

Q. I work with one rude co-worker and have tried everything to get along with him. It seems like the nicer I am, the worse he acts. Do you have any suggestions on how to shape up an especially rude co-worker?

2011 Poetry in the City Thursday, July 21, 2011

Rina Risper14 years ago02 mins

Lansing will pulsate with the rhythmic beat of spoken word as the Poetry in the City kicks off. Poetry in the City is an annual event that showcases a number of locally and nationally recognized poets. A NuPoet Collective and The New Citizens Press’ brainchild, the series is being organized in conjunction with the Lansing Jaycees.

What’s This About Medical Drug Shortages?

Rina Risper14 years ago04 mins

By Eunice B.

Reference Librarian

Maybe you’ve seen all the items in the news lately about shortages of important “medically necessary” drugs.

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