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Movie Review: Concussion

Rina Risper10 years ago04 mins

Studio: Sony (2 hr. 3 min.)

Plot: Accomplished pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu uncovers the truth about brain damage in football players who suffer repeated concussions.

Cast: Will Smith, Alec Baldwin, Albert Brooks, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, David Morse, Hill Harper, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

Rating: PG-13

Bottom Line: **

Recipe: Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Rina Risper10 years ago02 mins

This is so delicious during the cold spells! Yummy!

NEWS SPOTLIGHT: LPD Placed 12 on Administrative Leave

Rina Risper10 years ago02 mins

Following the critical incident that occurred on December 24, 2015 in the 5900 block of Selfridge Road, 12 members of the Lansing Police Department were placed on Administrative Leave by the Chief of Police.

The Kid’s Doctor: Discuss ADHD medication with your child’s doctor

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

If your child is taking a generic medication for ADHD and you are concerned about its effectiveness, talk to your child’s doctor.Michael Jung/Fotolia.com

Why is My Child Stealing and What Can I Do? Advice for Parents on Kids, Stealing and Shoplifting

Rina Risper10 years ago030 mins

“My fourteen year old daughter was arrested for shoplifting make-up this week,” said Marie, a working mother of two girls. “Is this just normal teen behavior, or is it something more serious? She’s grounded for a month and I’ve taken away her iPod and computer privileges, but to tell the truth, I’m still in shock. I’m furious and I don’t even know how to talk to her about what she did.”

The Story Behind The World’s Largest Collection of Hebron Glass Now Displayed at Saper Galleries

Rina Risper10 years ago035 mins

Roy Saper stands with second and third generations to the elder Hamzeh Natsheh, all involved in the family glassblowing business just as were the many generations of the Natsheh family before them over more than 700 years.

Oscar producers on Chris Rock: ‘We’re absolutely stoked’

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

Wilbert Fobbs: Breaking the Rules is an Option

Rina Risper10 years ago08 mins

Pictured: “Let’s Dance” by Wilbert Fobbs

Painting is unpredictable. It is an adventure. However, regulations abound.

PARENT POST: Why Parent Involvement In School Is Important and What You Can Do To Help Your Child

Rina Risper10 years ago03 mins

By Rosa Killips, Eastern High School Family & Community Liaison

When the parent is involved, students do better, regardless of economic status, ethnic/racial background or the parents’ education level. When parents are involved, students have higher grades, better test scores, and good attendance. Here is what happens when parents are involved: