July 24, 2026

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T.E.A.M. 517: STOP THE VIOLENCE MOVEMENT

Rina Risper03 mins

COMMUNITY
CONVERSATION
FORUM
Saturday,
December 17, 2011, 1 -3 pm
Capital Area District Library

Home for the Holidays:  Recording artist Cate Storm (Cathy Nikundiwe), who is originally from Lansing was visiting from Atlanta, Georgia.  She said, “Violence has been an issue in the Lansing community for many years and everyone has been affected in one way or the other. I was happy to be able to show my support when I was in town.”
Photo by Brandyn Armstrong

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“Comfort Food for the Mind, Body, and Soul”: CROCK POT COOKING

Rina Risper016 mins

Home cooking for a new generation. Easy and elegant recipes from the heart and soul created for today’s family.  Beef stew recipe included.
By Sharon Fox

Before you jump into the simple task of slow-cooking, there are a few general rules that you should know.

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Mother Flippin’: One Funny Mother – Grandma Calls It Growing

Rina Risper04 mins

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.  

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The Art of Being Santa Claus

Rina Risper07 mins

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.

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Foreclosed Homeowners Re-Occupy Their Homes

Rina Risper08 mins

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.

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 Movie Reviews: J. Edgar 10-23

Rina Risper05 mins

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

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AboutThatCar.com:  2012 Ford Focus – A Contender

Rina Risper07 mins

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.

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Fast Facts: Healthy Eating 10-23

Rina Risper04 mins

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.

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Urban Housecalls: Understanding Fatigue

Rina Risper07 mins

 

 

 

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.  

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