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Greater Lansing CVB Announces Record 2015 and Award Winners for Community Support

Rina Risper9 years ago04 mins

LANSING, MI – The Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau (GLCVB) held its annual meeting on March 1, 2016, and announced both good news for the local economy and recognized numerous individuals for helping to foster meetings and events within the Capital Region.

Interpersonal Edge: Getting ahead in the workplace is about strategy

Rina Risper9 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q. When I was young and dumb, I believed in ideas like fairness and justice, but after seeing what goes on in my workplace I’m feeling bitter. I notice promotions aren’t usually about skills or contribution. What am I missing that would allow me to get ahead without feeling powerless and unappreciated?

Recipe: Shamrock Milk Mixer

Rina Risper9 years ago01 mins

St. Paddy’s Day is on Thursday, March 17th! Enjoy this rendition of
Mc Donald’s famous shake.

Recipe Serves: 1

Recipe Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

What Are You Waiting For? It’s Time to Repair Your Credit

Rina Risper9 years ago06 mins

By Porsche Miles-Grant

In life, you have 3 things; money, credit, or both. If you have money, more than likely you don’t need credit. Those individuals are able to buy all the things they need, want and desire. Unfortunately, if you’re like me, you will definitely need credit when making big purchases such as buying a home, car, or taking a vacation. Furthermore, if you are lucky enough to have both credit and money, you are living the America Dream.

FINANCIAL FOCUS: Why Every Woman Should Have a Long-Term Care Plan

Rina Risper9 years ago07 mins

Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer

Many of the women we see portrayed in movies and on television are independent, wealthy, and confident, with great digs, a closetful of designer clothing, and high-powered careers.

New app could benefit Flint residents affected by lead water

Rina Risper9 years ago04 mins

EAST LANSING, MI – People living in Flint affected by the ongoing water situation now have a new tool to navigate the available community resources.

Methods for taking a child’s temperature vary with age

Rina Risper9 years ago07 mins

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

www.kidsdr.com

Throughout the year, especially during flu season, the questions surrounding how to take a child’s temperature and how to treat a fever seem never ending. So let’s jump right in with a discussion on taking temperatures in children of all ages.

NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Lansing’s Latest Homicide Victim is Identified

Rina Risper9 years ago02 mins

On Tuesday,March 1, 2016 at approximately 5:22 A.M. Lansing Police were dispatched to the 3200 block of S. Washington (apartment complex) in regard to shots being fired/shooting. Dispatch updated responding Officers the shooting may be on the 5th floor of the apartment building.

NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Ingham County Woman Arrested for Homicide, Child Abuse 1st degree and Torture

Rina Risper9 years ago02 mins

On February 29th 2016 the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Michigan State Police Fugitive Team, arrested 43 year old Cari Ann Wright of Onondaga in connection with the death of her daughter, the late Hannah Warner, who died at age 16.

NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Michigan’s First Confirmed Case of Zika Virus Reported

Rina Risper9 years ago07 mins

LANSING, MI – Michigan health officials have identified the first confirmed case of Zika virus in a Michigan resident. The patient, a female resident of Ingham County, contracted the virus when traveling in a country where Zika virus is being transmitted. The patient, who was not pregnant, experienced symptoms consistent with Zika virus disease shortly after her return to Michigan.