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Movie Review: “Race”

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

Studio: Focus Features (2 hrs. 14 min.)

Plot: Jesse Owens’ quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history thrusts him onto the world stage of the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler’s vision of Aryan supremacy.

Cast: Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, Eli Goree, Shanice Banton, Carice van Houten, Jeremy Irons, William Hurt

Rating: PG-13

Bottom Line: ****

Excuse me, are you listening?

Rina Risper10 years ago07 mins

Dear Readers,

This is the start of our 15th year! Have you thought about your resolutions and whether they have been started or fulfilled? How about your goals? Have you at least written one down? Making commitments are good! At least you have something to look forward to or strive for.

Jill on Money: No, mortgage apps aren’t going to cause Housing Bubble 2.0

Rina Risper10 years ago06 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Content Agency

Super Bowl commercials rarely create activity in my inbox, but the one for Quicken’s Rocket Mortgage earlier this month was an exception. In the middle of the game, people started sending me messages like, “Did you just see that mortgage spot?”

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

Rina Risper10 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 Risper10 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 Risper10 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 Risper10 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 Risper10 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 Risper10 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 Risper10 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.