April 4, 2026

The New Citizens Press

News For, By and About People

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Excuse me, are you listening?

Rina Risper07 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. 

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

Rina Risper06 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?” 

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

Rina Risper04 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.

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Interpersonal Edge: Getting ahead in the workplace is about strategy

Rina Risper06 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?
 

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    Recipe: Shamrock Milk Mixer

    Rina Risper01 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

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

    Rina Risper06 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. 

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

    Rina Risper07 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.
     

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    New app could benefit Flint residents affected by lead water

    Rina Risper04 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.

     

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    Methods for taking a child’s temperature vary with age

    Rina Risper07 mins

     

    By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

     
    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.

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    NEWS SPOTLIGHT: Lansing’s Latest Homicide Victim is Identified

    Rina Risper02 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.

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