April 4, 2026

The New Citizens Press

News For, By and About People

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TAX SOLUTIONS: Your Plans for the $1.5 Billion Powerball Winnings

Rina Risper04 mins

 

By A.J. Gross
 
Did you buy a Powerball ticket when the jackpot was an estimated $1.5B?  I sure did.  Like most people, I figured out how to spend the money:  retire immediately, new house, new car, exotic vacations, and financially help close family and friends.  In my head, I was set for life and it felt good.  Until I found out I didn’t win.  Well, I knew I wasn’t going to win but it was fun to dream about it.  

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What Have You Done for the Community Lately???

Rina Risper04 mins

  By Porsche Miles-Grant

 
“For a community to be whole and healthy, it must be based on people’s LOVE and concern for each other.” -Millard Fuller 
 
Do you love the community that you reside in? Are you concerned for the community you reside in? 

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FINANCIAL FOCUS: The Five Stages of Retirement

Rina Risper05 mins

  

Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer
 
Retirement is a life-changing event. After spending years looking forward to it, many people aren’t sure what to do with themselves when retirement finally arrives. Without the everyday routine and social outlet that work provides, it’s easy to feel a little lost. Preparing for the inevitable changes that retirement brings can help you make a smooth transition into this new stage of life.

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Opinion: Racial Profiling of Chinese Americans Will Only Hurt America

Rina Risper011 mins

 By George Koo

 
It simply boggles the mind that with an African American in the White House and an African American as the Attorney General, persecution of Chinese American scientists based on racial profiling not only has not abated but actually intensified.
 

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Jill on Money: Recognizing those who have improved our financial lives

Rina Risper06 mins

 

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Content Agency
 
  This is a time of year when we count our blessings. I’d like to thank a variety of organizations, agencies and companies that have improved our financial lives.

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Interpersonal Edge: Build your career around your strengths

Rina Risper07 mins

 

By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Content Agency
 
 Q. I have a highly detailed job and believe I am more of a big picture kind of guy. I consistently make errors in detailed projects even when I try hard to be perfect. My boss thinks I am being sloppy, but I just can’t seem to spot these mistakes. Can you give me guidance about how to do better in my work?

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Car Care: Winter Maintenance Check

Rina Risper05 mins

 

Heavy snow can be fun for some, but many drivers dread treacherous winter driving conditions. Being car care aware will help ensure your vehicle is ready for harsh winter weather encountered on the road.
 

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Movie Review: Ride Along 2

Rina Risper04 mins

 

Studio:     Universal (1 hr. 44 min.)

Plot:    Further adventures of the Brother’s In-Laws.
Cast:     Ice Cube, Kevin Hart, Tika Sumpter, Ken Jeong, Olivia Munn, Benjamin Bratt, Bruce McGill, Sherri Shepard, Carlos Gomez
Rating:     PG-13
Bottom Line:     **

 

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Giving Back:  Local Women Come Together to Feed the Homeless

Rina Risper07 mins

 Left to right: Linda Price, Renee Morgan Freeman, Elizabeth Chaney, Dr. Linda Logan, Gloria Davis and Henrietta Culmer packaged shoeboxes full of food and items for people in need.

Courtesy photo

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FINANCIAL FOCUS: How to Handle a Financial Windfall

Rina Risper09 mins

 

Provided by Sara Frank-Hepfer
 
With every news story about the latest Powerball jackpot, it’s only natural to wonder, “What would I do if I won the lottery?” Although your chances of hitting the jackpot may be slim, a financial windfall could well come your way through more ordinary means, such as the settlement of a lawsuit, a severance package, a family inheritance, or simply a larger-than-expected tax refund. Unfortunately, along with the obvious rewards, a windfall can be accompanied by plenty of potential problems. 

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