News For, By and About People
By Tashmica Torok
I didn’t recognize the voice or the number that flashed across my caller I.D.
956?
9 – 5 – 6 . . . ?
Did I pay all of my bills on time? Sad but it’s true. That’s what I thought.
Her hellos were familiar but over the ruckus of three boys hopped up on video games a la Funtyme of Okemos and dum dums , it was hard to make out.
Left: Gary Trimmer volunteers his time as Santa Claus for
organizations and groups during the holidays.
Right: Gary Trimmer and his
grandson, Andrew James Schafer.
Photos by Bob Chaphalkar
LANSING, MI — Ever wonder where Santa Claus lives when he is not bringing joy to children all over the country? Or maybe, you are walking through the grocery store in the middle of summer and see a familiar face. You can stop wondering why you are constantly running into Santa Claus and that is because he lives in your city. Gary Trimmer is delighted that he is the spitting image of Santa Claus.
Dear Readers,
When it decided to snow, we really got hit hard. It reminded me that in a split second things can change.
By Zaineb Mohammed
New America Media
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Carolyn Gage was evicted from her foreclosed home in January. Earlier this month, she moved back in.
Studio: Warner Bros. (2hrs:17mins)
Plot: “J. Edgar” explores the public and private life of one of the most powerful, controversial and enigmatic figures of the 20th century.
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Naomi Watts, Armie Hammer, Judi Dench
Rating: R
Bottom Line: **
By Samantha Ofole-Prince
By Frank S. Washington
DETROIT, MI -– By most accounts, the 2012 Ford Focus moves the automaker’s also ran compact to a contender for the title of best car in the segment.
By Reference Librarian Eunice B.
Despite all good intentions, the month of December has to be the worst time of the year for maintaining healthy eating habits. And even though I always vow to be prepared and not succumb to temptation, it’s still a struggle not to overindulge in sweet treats and rich foods.
By Karla Robinson, MD
Characterized by a lack of motivation, lack of energy, and lack of concentration, fatigue is a common complaint experienced by more than thirty percent of people in this country. While the term is often mistakenly used interchangeably with drowsiness, fatigue really is a separate condition, and is sometimes the sign of something more serious.
By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services
Q. My organization has been bought three different times in the last five years and I currently have three different bosses that I report to. The problem is every boss acts like they are my only manager. I cannot possibly get through the list of responsibilities they each give me every week. How do I avoid getting fired?
