May 1, 2026

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Les Mere et’ Debutantes Club of Greater Lansing’s 56th Annual Cotillion Ball, A Reflection of Radiance is Set in 2021

Rina Risper010 mins

  LANSING, MI — In preparation, debutantes have engaged in numerous training and skill building programs focused on leadership, scholarship, character, culture, and etiquette. In addition to training, the debutantes dedicated many hours to community service activities. 

Left to right:  Debutante Virtue Ayana Nicholson and Debutante Nijah D’Mani Roberts-Hicks 

Photo by Bryant Easter

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Just Plain Selfish: Are You Self-Sabotaging?

Rina Risper04 mins

 By Kris Walker

 
Self sabotaging is simply put, as standing in the way of your own happiness, success or growth. While common practices such as procrastinating, over indulging behaviors, self- doubt and fear are often mentioned, in this digital era where we seemingly look towards the internet and Influencers for today's standards, I think that Social Media definitely deserves an honorable mention on our Self-Sabotaging list. Listed below are a few ways that overuse or misuse of Social Media can stand in the way of your greatness.
 

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Excuse me, Are you Listening? Life insurance is important, Part I

Rina Risper02 mins

 Dear Readers,

 
September was National Life Insurance Month.  The Coronavirus has shown us how death could come so quickly.  I do not know anyone who likes to talk about death but it is very necessary.  Put aside fear and unknowing and just apply for insurance.

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How Carole Baskin’s Missing Ex-Husband’s Family Crashed Her ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Debut

Rina Risper07 mins

 

Big Cat Rescue founder Carole Baskin in a still from Netflix's “Tiger King.” (Netflix/TNS)

By Brian Steinberg

Variety
 
Just as ABC was getting ready last night to show “Tiger King” figure Carole Baskin on the dance floor, the family of her ex-husband devised plans to trip her up – and they weren't difficult to put into motion.

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www.Aboutthatcar.com – 2021 Chevrolet Suburban

Rina Risper010 mins

 By Frank S. Washington

 
DETROIT, MI — We got the chance to have a short stint with the new 2021 Chevrolet Suburban. But first a bit of background.
 
 

 

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Jill on Money: The stock market is NOT the economy

Rina Risper06 mins

 By Jill Schlesinger

 
“How can the stock market go up, while the economy is still struggling to recover amid the pandemic?” The answer is that the stock market is not the economy and vice versa.

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The Plant Professionals: Plants Need Good Air Quality in Your Home During the Winter

Rina Risper04 mins

 

By Kathy Valentine

 
Every person has been impacted by the Covid19 pandemic. For many of us, we are spending significantly more time at our homes. Those of us with exterior greenspaces have had more time to devote to gardening, but fall brings a reduction and eventually a virtual end to most outdoor gardening activities  till March or so. 

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Interpersonal Edge: How do I start solving big problems?

Rina Risper07 mins

 

By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Content Agency
 
Q: I'm working remotely but with no enthusiasm. I find myself drifting toward watching funny cat videos. I don't feel depressed I just feel like what I'm doing is meaningless in the face of our big problems. First off what is wrong with me, second how can I shake it, and third how do I even began to contribute to solving these huge problems?

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America’s Test Kitchen Recipe: Put down the box mix and make tall, fluffy pancakes in minutes

Rina Risper06 mins

  These pancakes were made using a limited amount of ingredients.

 
By America’s Test Kitchen, Tribune Content Agency
America’s Test Kitchen

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