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Blackflix.com: Talking Peanuts – Charlie Brown Makes His Big Screen Debut

Rina Risper10 years ago06 mins

By Samantha Ofole-Prince

In just a few months, Charlie Brown, the world’s most beloved underdog, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the “Peanuts” gang will make their big-screen debut like they’ve never been seen before — in 3D animation.

Excuse me, are you listening? 14-19

Rina Risper10 years ago06 mins

Dear Readers,

Sometimes I wonder about what I will write about when my last two children leave home. I am not ready for it. I think that I have taught them well enough. I am trying not to look at my experiences as a student and compare them to my own children. My educational experience was less than stellar but a trip back to New York put me in the proper perspective.

HoneyChild: How to Beat Winter Hair Dryness

Rina Risper10 years ago03 mins

By Shamecka Freeman

Winter is making its way to Michigan and before long the grounds will be blanketed with snow and the air will be coupled with frost, and our hair will feel the affects of the dry and cold winter air.

Jill on Money: Get more out of Social Security with ‘file and suspend’

Rina Risper10 years ago06 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Content Agency

To qualify for Social Security retirement benefits, you need to have worked at least 10 years. You can check out where you stand with SSA’s easy-to-use online benefits statement, which will provide your estimated monthly payment at your full retirement age (FRA).

Interpersonal Edge: Hate the flakes who won’t commit? Force the issue

Rina Risper10 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Content Agency

Q: When I look at the long lil s Q: People who won’t commit drive me crazy. They seem to think I’m waiting in suspended animation – just in case they decide to follow through! Is there a strategy to get flaky people to either make a commitment or leave me alone? I’m so tired of organizing my schedule around people who won’t make a plan and won’t go away, either.

The Kid’s Doctor: Sunburn isn’t the only scorching injury to guard against outdoors

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

www.kidsdr.com

The ongoing heat wave blasting many parts of the country has hit Texas exceptionally hard. The Dallas area has experienced extreme temperatures between 100 and106 degrees in recent weeks. The heat has made everyone miserable and many warnings have been issued about heat exhaustion and heat stroke, along with tips on how to stay hydrated.

Wise Time Management Tips to Get the Job Done

Rina Risper10 years ago07 mins

By Heather Williams

With only 24 hours in a day, there are often times when we are unable to complete a task before the clock runs out. On Sunday, November 1, 2015, daylight savings time ends at 2:00 am. Even though there is a change in time for some, most of who will have the luxury of an extra hour will not feel it.

TAX SOLUTIONS: Obamacare Tax Credit Trap

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

By AJ Gross

You may qualify for a subsidy when applying for Obamacare. The subsidy is considered an advanced payment of the Premium Tax Credit. The amount of subsidy you may qualify for is based on your estimated family income.

Artificial sweetener can be toxic for dogs

Rina Risper10 years ago011 mins

Dr. Justine Lee, an emergency

veterinarian and

critical care

specialist, as well

as a toxicologist

in St. Paul, MN,

concurs that Xylitol is toxic to pets.

mourgefile photo

East Lansing Contestant Places in Miss Michigan USA

Rina Risper10 years ago05 mins

Ashley Jones from East Lansing, a recent Michigan State University (MSU) graduate, was a top 15 semi-finalist in the Miss Michigan USA 2016 pageant this in Port Huron.