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MICHIGAN LEGAL HELP ASSISTS MORE THAN 200,000 SELF-REPRESENTED PEOPLE IN ITS FIRST YEAR

Rina Risper12 years ago010 mins

MichiganLegalHelp.org launched on August 17, 2012 and initial estimates were expected around 3,000 visits per week to the legal information website. According to Michigan Legal Help Project Manager Angela Tripp, “This estimate proved too conservative. Starting in January, there were over 5,000 visits per week, and that grew to over 6,000 per week by July. We are very gratified that so many people have turned to the website for help.”

Impending Cuts to Anti-Poverty Food Program Will Cost Michigan $183 million and Bring Greater Food Insecurity to Families and Children

Rina Risper12 years ago07 mins

By Marissa Zamudio

On November 1, 2013, the temporary boost to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is due to expire, taking a slice out of the food budgets of families, especially, low income families with children. In Michigan, one in six people receive SNAP benefits and will be affected. Such a cut is likely to result in an increase of families with children going hungry – what policy experts call “food insecurity.” Food insecurity is identified as “the lack of consistent access to adequate food” in a May 2013 report titled “Food Insecurity in Households with Children” from the Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The Kid’s Doctor: Wound adhesive reduces the need for stitches

Rina Risper12 years ago04 mins

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

www.kidsdr.com

I was just heading out to grab some lunch when a patient of mine, who happens to have three young sons (brings back memories!) walked in with her youngest, who’d been jumping on the bed and bumped his head.

Retire Smart: KISS for the end of summer

Rina Risper12 years ago07 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Media Services

It’s the end of summer, and if you’re like most people, just about the last thing you want to deal with is your money. But I have great news – it’s time to employ the KISS method of financial management … you know, KISS: K-I-S-S or “Keep it Simple, Stupid!”

Interpersonal Edge: Flying off handle won’t create change

Rina Risper12 years ago07 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Media Services

Q. I am one that flies off the handle and there is a big reason I do. I’m interrupted so much that when I am trying to speak, if someone doesn’t interrupt me, I actually stutter. I’ve spoken up and it still happens. Any suggestions? I’m starting to hate my fellow human beings!

Aboutthatcar.com: 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL550

Rina Risper12 years ago07 mins

By Frank S. Washington

DETROIT, MI — The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL550 is longer, wider, yet lighter than the model it replaced.

The new dimensions are not earth shattering but a couple of inches more in width and in length made a big difference in the two-seat roadster.

Hispanic Heritage Month to Laud Latinos Statewide

Rina Risper12 years ago07 mins

By Rick Garcia

National Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15th through October 15th -, celebrations, lectures and festivities will be taking place throughout the State from Church halls to city halls or from elementary classrooms to public libraries. Topics range from the historical civil rights movement of Cesar Chavez to the economic impact and contribution of Latinos from the State’s robust agri-business and entrepreneurial sector.

Your Other 8 Hours: Stop feeling intimidated: How to instantly boost your confidence in 2 minutes

Rina Risper12 years ago08 mins

By Robert Pagliarini,

Tribune Media Services

Are you ever in a professional or personal setting where you feel intimidated, unsure of your abilities, nervous, awkward or downright scared? No more. What would your life look like if you had more confidence and felt more powerful? Would you perform better at work, during a job interview or while giving a presentation?

MEN’S CONFERENCE PLANNED FOR GREATER LANSING

Rina Risper12 years ago07 mins

Greater Lansing Clergy Forum led by Dr. Melvin T. Jones Pastor of Union Missionary Baptist Church including 25 additional Lansing area churches and ministries is hosting the Men’s Summit.

Inside The Mind of a Sportsaholic: A Couple Of Requests

Rina Risper12 years ago06 mins

By Jimmy L. Wilson, Jr.

Football season is back! For many, this is start of what could be considered the sports fiscal year. From September to June, we immersed in football, and basketball. There is not much that we ask from people who are not as enthralled as we are during these months. However, there are a couple of requests that I would like to make on behalf of myself, and other sports fanatics. Even though you all may not be able to grant the requests, please indulge me, and see if you can work with any of them.