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News Spotlight: Don’t Let Fear Stop You From Living

Rina Risper11 years ago05 mins

By Sherman Joseph

Fears keep you in the background. In fact, it convinces you that you cannot make your dreams come true, it tells you to be quiet, and it even separates you from your loved ones. But living in fear is neither acceptable nor necessary. Facing fear is something with which every person must try to achieve. In order to live a peaceful and happy life you must face your fears and conquer them. Healthy fear can protect you, but unnatural and unhealthy fear can destroy your life. So, you need to conquer it before it conquers you. There are several ways you can have an edge over your fears and break the walls surrounding it:

News Spotlight: We Remember Rev. Dr. Michael Murphy

Rina Risper11 years ago05 mins

Funeral arrangements have been made for Rev. Michael C. Murphy. In Washington D.C., services will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at Peoples Congregation UCC Church. It is located at 4804 13th NW. Visitation is at 10 a.m. and the funeral services are at 11:00 a.m.

Photo source: Peoples Congregation UCC Church

SAME SEX MARRIAGE IN MICHIGAN: NEXT STOP, THE SUPREME COURT?

Rina Risper11 years ago04 mins

By Jacquelyn A. Dupler

Family law in Michigan is constantly changing. For the time being, the ban on gay marriage in Michigan is still in effect. On November 6, 2014, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit issued its opinion in DeBoer v. Snyder, upholding the bans against performing and recognizing same-sex marriages within the states in the Sixth Circuit.

Pet World: Anxiety likely at the root of cat’s car sickness

Rina Risper11 years ago09 mins

It’s estimated that 70-80 million dogs and 74-96 million cats are owned in the United States. Approximately 37-47% of all households in the United States have a dog, and 30-37% have a cat.

Source: APPA

MorgueFile photo

OPINION PIECE: Through The Media Lens: Covering Race and Police Brutality

Rina Risper11 years ago07 mins

By Bob Butler

(Black PR Wire) — The second half of 2014 has been marked by the shooting deaths of four African-American males by local law enforcement — Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri; Eric Garner in New York, John Crawford and Tamir Rice in Ohio — that have attracted the attention of national media and the federal government, and shined a light on the issue of policing in minority communities.

Kiplinger on Travel: 10 great gifts for travelers under $50

Rina Risper11 years ago07 mins

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By Cameron Huddleston

www.Kiplinger.com

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for the frequent traveler in your family but don’t want to break the bank, we can help. We asked several travel experts to share their picks for affordable items they pack when they hit the road. These 10 things can help both business and leisure travelers save money, stay organized and be a little more comfortable on all their trips.

Michigan’s Auto No-Fault Law: Understand Your Rights Now Before They May Change

Rina Risper12 years ago018 mins

By Stephen H. Sinas

The Michigan Legislature continues to contemplate changes to the Michigan Auto No-Fault Insurance Law.

TAX SOLUTIONS: Doing Business As

Rina Risper12 years ago04 mins

By A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.

In my previous article titled “Corporations” we reviewed the Corporation business structure. The next article will review limited liability company (LLC). This article is on Doing Business As (DBA).

OPINION PIECE: Robert C. Koehler: Racism: It’s the law

Rina Risper12 years ago010 mins

By Robert C. Koehler

Tribune Content Agency

Smoke and fire, sirens blaring, horns honking, a sudden hail of bullets. This is what passes for the American dialogue on race and justice.

News Spotlight: LCC SAYS: GET A SKILL, GET A JOB – OR YOUR MONEY BACK

Rina Risper12 years ago03 mins

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