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How to improve your freshman retention rate

Rina Risper8 years ago07 mins

EAST LANSING, MI — Incoming college students who already feel a connection to their institution are more likely to fit in and want to remain at the school, especially if they are ethnic minorities, indicates a new study by Michigan State University researchers.

A Trump twist? Environment over economy in Michigan

Rina Risper8 years ago03 mins

Most Michigan residents would prefer policymakers prioritize the environment over economic growth, finds a new survey by Michigan State University researchers.

THE KID’S DOCTOR: Is it time for a babysitter?

Rina Risper8 years ago05 mins

Separation is an important milestone, as your child learns that while you may leave for an hour or two, you always return.

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By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

www.kidsdr.com

Do you ever leave your child with a babysitter or caregiver? Weird question, right? But some parents never want to leave their child with someone else, and I am not sure that is healthy for either parent or child.

Interpersonal Edge: Get well, not even

Rina Risper8 years ago08 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q. I know I am a very vengeful person, and I really would rather get even than get mad. I believe in “karma” but also think some people really need to be punished when they run others over. What do you think about vindictive feelings? How do you deal with people making bad allegations against you?

Jill on Money: Why you should consider a Roth IRA

Rina Risper8 years ago06 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Content Agency

The Roth IRA turns 20 years old this year. The retirement vehicle was part of the Tax Relief Act of 1997, and it was seen as such a boon to savers that many believed that it would not survive. Two decades later, it is alive and well. As many Americans consider funding retirement plans this tax season, it's a good opportunity to review the Roth.

Interpersonal Edge: Get well, not even

Rina Risper8 years ago08 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

News Spotlight: CAPITAL AREA DISTRICT LIBRARIES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MAUREEN HIRTEN ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

Rina Risper8 years ago05 mins

LANSING, MI — After five years working devotedly as Executive Director for Capital Area District Libraries (CADL), Maureen Hirten is set to retire on May 12.

Author Landis Lain Has the ‘Write Stuff’

Rina Risper8 years ago09 mins

Author Landis Lain

signing books at the Soulful Chicago Black History Book Fair in February of 2017.

New Golden Corral Restaurant to open soon at former Fire Mountain Grill site

Rina Risper8 years ago08 mins

Despite delays, the residents of Lansing are looking forward to the opening of the new Golden Corral in Delta Township.

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Interpersonal Edge: Suffering presents an opportunity to learn and grow

Rina Risper8 years ago07 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q. I'm in my 50s and have been working since I was 17. I am noticing that every year there are more things in my career that cause me pain. I am so exhausted with going to work and swimming upstream against all the problems that upset me. I feel like early retirement is my only option, but I can't afford that. What can I do?