REPUTATION IS MADE IN A MOMENT: CHARACTER IS BUILT IN A LIFETIME
By James Adrian
How can children be our future if they are left with no hope? The Michigan legislature has passed a bill that allows juvenile lifers to receive a sentence of 25-40 years of incarceration with a 60 year maximum.
Jill on Money: Should I buy or rent?
By Jill Schlesinger
Tribune Media Services
Three years into the national housing recovery, activity and price increases are moderating. While the unusually severe weather across the country has contributed to the recent weakness, the effects of last year’s rise in mortgage rates and the incremental increase in inventory have slowed things down. As a result, it is a perfect time to consider one of the age old questions that plagues would-be homeowners and equity rich near-retirees: Should I buy or rent?
Interpersonal Edge: Getting ‘stupid’ employees to execute simple instructions
By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services
Q. I was just promoted into management and am shocked at how stupid my employees can be. I give them directions and then they do 18 things I didn’t want. I’m getting really frustrated and curt with them. How do I make sure they do tasks the way I want them done?
The Lost Art of Phone Calls
By Rick Garcia
Phone calls are slowly becoming passé. The other day I attempted to call one of my clients only to have a hollow, artificial voice of a woman in a monotonous tone – “If you know your party’s extension please dial it now. Otherwise press “1” to continue, press “2” to dial by last name or press “3” to leave a voice message.”
The Kid’s Doctor: What is stomach flu?
Norovirus is the most common cause of “stomach flu” (actually
gastroenteritis) Fotolia.com.
By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
www.kidsdr.com
I’ve seen a lot of patients in recent weeks with complaints of “stomach flu.” Just to be clear, “stomach flu” really is not flu at all, and has nothing to do with influenza. The stomach stuff is actually called gastroenteritis, and is typically caused by a virus.
Students Shine at “Michigan History Day” Competition
Raamiz Shuttari of Troy displays his History exhibit on “The Reign of Abubakr”.
Photo by Rick Garcia
By Rick Garcia
Many people are familiar with academic school competitions like the Science Olympiad, First in Michigan Robotics and Quizbowl, which all have wonderful merits on student achievement.
TAX SOLUTIONS: Dreadful Tax Bill
By A.J. Gross, C.P.A., E.A.
You’re expecting a large tax bill. You are afraid of the big bad IRS. The IRS will take your car in the middle of the night. The IRS will possess your home and leave you with no place to live. The IRS will wipe out your bank account and garnish your wages. The IRS will make it impossible for you to earn a living. How does the IRS expect you to pay the taxes owed if you can’t earn a living?
NOW HIRING ELECTION WORKERS FOR UPCOMING 2014 ELECTIONS
Application Deadline is March 31
Lansing City Clerk Chris Swope is seeking qualified individuals to work on upcoming 2014 Election Days on May 6th, August 5th, and November 4th. This is a great opportunity to perform a needed service and earn $120 or more per Election Day. The deadline to submit an application to work all three dates is Monday, March 31.
News Spotlight: Suspect in Bank Robbery Arraigned
Darryl Sephus Smith, 47 year old Lansing man, was arraigned yesterday March 15, 2014 in 54-A District court