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News Spotlight: Barricaded gunman surrenders to Ingham Sheriff’s Deputies

Rina Risper9 years ago02 mins

Sunday, October 2, 2016, at approximately 4pm, Ingham County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the 4800 block of Old Plank Rd in Onondaga Twp for a subj who had barricaded himself in a residence with a shotgun.

Movies: Magnificent Seven

Rina Risper9 years ago06 mins

Studio: Columbia Pictures. (2hr. 12 min.)

Plot: A group of mercenaries are recruited to defend a town from a ruthless band of outlaws.

Parent Corner: Winning is Not Everything

Rina Risper9 years ago04 mins

By Julie Vandenboom

As a parent of a student-athlete, there’s one question that makes me cringe every time I hear it:

“Did they win?”

Pastor James Hines: A Father Mobilizes His Grief and Anger to Heal Others

Rina Risper9 years ago010 mins

Joseph Hines (center) was recognized by the city of Jackson, his hometown, for keeping a positive spirit and for bringing healing between law enforcement and civilians. He is flanked by his mother Leontyne Hines and his father James Hines.

Courtesy photo

September is National Preparedness Month: Tips to Get Your Family Ready

Rina Risper9 years ago03 mins

While most people don’t like to think about worst case scenarios, giving them their proper consideration can ultimately offer peace of mind.

September is National Preparedness Month and it is a great time to get your home and family ready for a range of emergencies. Here are three steps to take.

Doll Company Debuts 1960’s Detroit Historical Collectible Character Melody Ellison

Rina Risper9 years ago011 mins

-Civil Rights Era Character and Motown Fan Encourages Girls to Lift Their Voices for Positive Change–

PART III – The Top 4 Common Mistakes Most People Make When Setting Goals

Rina Risper9 years ago06 mins

By Sherry Brantley

In parts one and two of this series, we focused on two of the common mistakes most people make when setting their goals. This third part of course, will cover the third mistake most people make.

Excuse me, are you listening?: Summer’s Bounty 15-18

Rina Risper9 years ago013 mins

Dear Readers,

Be as encouraging as possible. There may be people who think that you are faking because you choose not to be negative but why should you care? To become a happier person, you must want it and be it. While you may not be in a positive mood all the time, putting positive vibes into the universe may help someone else.