May 3, 2026

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Rina Risper

Excuse me, are you listening? There Will be More Pedestrians and Cyclists on Our Roads

Rina Risper05 mins

On Saturday, March 17, 2008,  the 5th Annual Jasmine Miles Memorial  “Walk of Stars”  was held.  Anna Williams (red sweater) and Nancy Thelen (not shown), who are avid quilters at the Capital City Quilts, 635 S. Waverly Rd., Suite F, Lansing MI 48917  made a quilt for Michelle Miles (yellow shirt) out of material with a lilac print.  Rina Risper (far right) spoke about the quilt.

Before her daughter, Jasmine Miles, was killed in an auto accident, she gave her mother a bouquet of lilacs.
Courtesy  Photo

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Sleep-Away Camps for Children on Medication

Rina Risper08 mins

Going to sleep-away camp is a great way for children to make new friends, gain confidence and become more self-reliant. Yet for parents of children with physical or mental health problems, the process of choosing a camp is complex and anxiety-provoking. With proper research and planning, however, both kids and parents can enjoy the sleep- away camp experience with a minimum of stress.

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    Dreams by Melik

    Rina Risper07 mins

     

     

    There was a point in time in your life that you had an impossible dream. Only at the time nothing seemed impossible. Your dream was pure. In your mind there was not anything that could deter you from reaching your dream. You had unbridled enthusiasm. You spoke about your dream with pride and confidence. If anyone were to ask you what was in your future you were able to answer without hesitation a profound statement that spoke on your ultimate goal in life.

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      Nu Resolution 7-10

      Rina Risper03 mins

      New Resolution #33: [sigh] Can I get $78 on Pump 3? Yes, I have a rewards card.

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        Plain Talk 7-10

        Rina Risper03 mins

        Summer is here.  For some, it’s a time to flex their muscles that they have been working on all winter.  That is a good thing.  Good physical health is important because there are so many positives that come from it.  It brings you high energy, a good body image and as well it helps you live a longer life.

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        As I See It? 7-10

        Rina Risper09 mins

        As I begin this article, I think it is safe to begin with the famous quote from A Tale of Two Cities, We live in a day and time when we are experiencing,” … best of times and the worst of times.”

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        Blackflix Movie News Presents: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

        Rina Risper03 mins

        Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

        Studio:     Paramount
        Plot:     Archaeologist "Indiana" Jones becomes entangled in a Soviet plot to uncover the secret behind mysterious artifacts known as the Crystal Skulls.
        Cast:     Harrison Ford, Cate Blanchett, Karen Allen, Shia LaBeouf, Ray Winstone
        Rating:     PG-13
        Bottom Line:     **1/2

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