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Updated News Spotlight: Community: Ingham County Sheriff’s Office responds to a Home Invasion in progress and arrest (3) suspects in the house

Rina Risper10 years ago03 mins

On Saturday, December 19, 2015 at 3:43pm, Ingham County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to the report of a home invasion in progress at 300 N. Meridian Rd. in Ingham Township. Photos

Beating the Odds: From Seasonal Farm Worker to School Principal

Rina Risper10 years ago012 mins

Andrea Rodríguez works to empower Latinos and her journey gives many food for thought.

Photo courtesy of Faith Magazine

The Best Holidays and Festivals for 2016

Rina Risper10 years ago012 mins

Winter Solstice, Cusco, Peru.

By VirtualTourist.com

The holidays are quickly approaching and hopefully those who are traveling have already done their planning. And for those adventure seekers thinking about 2016, members of travel website www.virtualtourist.com have come up with a list of holidays and festivals to celebrate in 2016.

Jill on Money: Americans know less than they think about Social Security benefits

Rina Risper10 years ago06 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Content Agency

Whenever I write about Social Security, I am inundated with follow-up questions. It’s no wonder, since there are about 2,800 rules that govern the system and thousands of retirement claiming strategies.

Interpersonal Edge: To tackle big tasks, use the 5 minute solution

Rina Risper10 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q. My job has numerous large projects that I never get a chance to tackle. I can’t seem to carve out enough time to get any one complicated assignment done. Do you have a strategy for getting large projects done when you are overwhelmed with daily demands?

The Kid’s Doctor: Not all earaches require antibiotics

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

www.kidsdr.com

Parents are so SICK of their children being SICK and I must agree … it is time for everyone to stop coughing and sniffling and get well. And that means fewer ear infections, as well.

Excuse me, are you listening? 14-24

Rina Risper10 years ago014 mins

Dear Readers,

Recently, I had an interaction that really changed the way that I look at things. The original post regarding this was on Facebook but I did not go into detail like I will do now. Social media is for short messages, which is why I like it. However, I love writing so I decided to take this piece and give it the detail that it deserves:

Driving in Winter Wonderland Takes Preparation

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

After two of the worst winters ever in many parts of the country, the Car Care Council suggests that motorists take a little extra time now to make sure their vehicles are prepared for the unexpected when weather arrives.

“I Love My Child…But Sometimes I Can’t Stand Him!

Rina Risper10 years ago025 mins

Photo by dreamstine

By James Lehman, MSW

You’d do anything for your child, but you feel guilty about admitting the truth, even to yourself—sometimes you don’t like him very much. It’s a secret that many parents of acting-out kids share, but rarely confess to anyone. James Lehman explains how dealing with a difficult child can take its toll on the parent-child relationship, and he gives you some practical advice on how to handle it.

FINANCIAL FOCUS: Financial Checklist: Post-Divorce Tips

Rina Risper10 years ago08 mins

Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer

If you’re recently divorced, it’s normal to worry about your financial situation. Settling into a new financial life will take time, but here are some tips that may help.