November 29, 2024

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The Circle

Rina Risper026 mins

The Circle

By Danny Edward Scott Casalenuovo
from “Serving Time, Serving Others”

Three years ago I was arrested for impersonating a police officer. No, I wasn’t behind the wheel or even on a two-wheeler with blue and red flashing lights. I was stealing from private homes in broad daylight. I didn’t steal because I needed the money. I stole for the sheer thrill I got.

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Clueless Fashionista: Back to Basics: The importance of accessories

Rina Risper07 mins

Typically when I see someone doing accessories wrong it’s either one or two things. Either the person is under accessorized or they’re over accessorized. I am a big fan of accessories because if done right, they can really amp up your outfit. Now you may be wondering why accessories are so important.

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Michigan Power Equipment’s Open House Set for Businesses on March 19th

Rina Risper03 mins

 David Brown (father) started Brady Lawn & Garden in 1975.  Today his son, Jon Brady (right), carries on the legacy of exceptional 

customer service as owner of Midwest Power Equipment. TNCP Photo

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Total Truth

Rina Risper06 mins

By Tom Lagana
from “Serving Time, Serving Others”
 
“Forgive my family and friends? No way,” Rob growled. “I’m going to hurt them when I get out of here!” These angry words came from one of the inmates who had agreed to participate in our Alternatives to Violence weekend workshop.

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Mother Flippin’:One Funny Mother – Permissible Stilettos

Rina Risper08 mins

  By Tashmica Torok

 
A few months ago I signed up for a service called Shoe Dazzle.  It’s Kim Kardashian’s company that works kind of like a shoe-of-the-month club.  After taking a short fashion quiz, a virtual showroom is created for you that include both shoes and accessories.  The first week of every month new selections are placed in your showroom and you can decide whether or not to purchase anything or to abstain.  So far, I have yet to abstain.
 

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Mother Flippin’:One Funny Mother – Permissible Stilettos

Rina Risper08 mins

 By Tashmica Torok

 
A few months ago I signed up for a service called Shoe Dazzle.  It’s Kim Kardashian’s company that works kind of like a shoe-of-the-month club.  After taking a short fashion quiz, a virtual showroom is created for you that include both shoes and accessories

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Excuse Me, Are You Listening? 10-3

Rina Risper03 mins

  Dear Readers,

 
Our anniversary party was a great success!   The Creole Gallery at 1218 Turner Street was packed to the brim.  We also had to use Favorites Cafe which is right next door to the Creole Gallery. Please support both.  Favorites is open on Saturday until 3:00 pm.
 

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Urban Housecall: Bernie Mac: The Legacy Continues

Rina Risper023 mins

 

Comedian Bernie Mac and his daughter Je’Niece McCullough. 
Photo provided courtesy of Je’Niece McCulloughBy Karla Robinson, MD
 
One of the Kings of Comedy as he is affectionately known, Bernie Mac is heralded as one of the greatest comedians of all time.  While he was bringing in the laughs, many didn’t know he was battling the chronic disease sarcoidosis.  While his death in August 2008 at the age of 50 seemed untimely and he is sorely missed, his legacy lives on not only through the classic films, shows, and stand up routines, but also through his foundation, The Bernie Mac Foundation.

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