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The Kid’s Doctor: Children should also have their cholesterol checked

Rina Risper13 years ago05 mins

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.

www.kidsdr.com

I’ve been attending a conference for my continuing education (I still love going to school) and one of the topics was “Universal Cholesterol Screening in Children.” While adults have known the importance of maintaining a healthy cholesterol level for a long time, there’s more and more data available validating the need for children to have their cholesterol monitored.

Interpersonal EDGE: Read Your Boss’s Mind!

Rina Risper13 years ago05 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Media Services

Q. What kind of opinion does my boss have of me when anytime I have a conversation with him he either laughs at me or contradicts me? Consequently, I don’t ask him questions or speak to him unless I really have to. How do I know what he thinks?

Retire Smart: Don’t forget your mid-year check-up

Rina Risper13 years ago07 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Media Services

My father spent most of his career as an options trader on the floor of the American Stock Exchange (AMEX) before anyone knew what a derivative was and when Wall Street was a simpler place. Dad did not end up a trader because he wanted to get rich. His best friend from college was working on the New York Stock Exchange and encouraged him to ditch his job in retail and swap it for one with better hours

MISSING CHILD

Rina Risper13 years ago01 mins

MARISSA BOLLES
15 YEARS OLD

5’3 and 130 lbs

Brown Hair

Blue Eyes

Dimple in her Chin

Last seen wearing black wearing a black

tank top and blue jean cutoffs

LAST KNOWN LOCATION:

HER GRANDMOTHER’S HOUSE ON

EATON RAPIDS ROAD, LANSING, MI AREA

IF YOU SEE HER OR HAVE ANY INFORMATION

REGARDING HER WHEREABOUTS

PLEASE CALL THE

INGHAM COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT AT

517-676-5444

THIS IS A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT SPONSORED BY THE NEW CITIZENS PRESS COMMUNITY ACTION NETWORK (TNCP CAN)

Fast Facts

Rina Risper13 years ago04 mins

BY STAFF WRITER

What’s better than reading a good book on a summer day? How about reading it in one of Michigan’s gorgeous state parks?

The Capital Area District Library is helping make that scenario a reality for local residents by participating in Park & Read, a program sponsored by the Library of Michigan and Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

The Legacy Project: Stories of African Americans in Okemos: Carrie L. Owens: A Teacher’s Story (This is a series in honor of The New Citizens Press’ 2012 anniversary)

Rina Risper13 years ago020 mins

By Nadine Defensor

There are many who pursue a bachelor’s degree in Education and some who go on to receive a teaching certificate. However, to become a devoted and passionate educator, who would make a profound difference in a child’s life is a completely different route to take. It takes commitment, dedication and patience to see a child grow to his or her fullest potential.

Movie Review: “Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted”

Rina Risper13 years ago05 mins

This funny movie will keep both adults and children laughing. Courtesy photo

Studio: Dreamworks (85 mins)

Plot: Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Gloria the Hippo, and Melman the Giraffe are still fighting to get home to New York and join a traveling circus takes which them through Europe.

Cast: Ben Stiller, Jada Pinkett Smith, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Frances McDormand, Sacha Baron Cohen, Cedric the Entertainer, Bryan Cranston, Jessica Chastain, Martin

Rating: PG

“Comfort Food for the Mind, Body, and Soul”: MIXED FRUIT AND SPINACH SMOOTHIE

Rina Risper13 years ago02 mins

Healthy and tasty treat that is so good!

As I See It…. The Opinion Column for you: I am an American

Rina Risper13 years ago012 mins

By Amina Mohamed

On September 11, 2001, I was in my 5th grade music class, when the school principal made an announcement over the intercom about a tragic event that was taking place in New York City. I had no idea what was going on. Clearly, I thought this did not affect me. I went back to staring at the sheet of music in front me.

Is Our Centuries-Old Ballot Out of Date?

Rina Risper13 years ago09 mins

Illustration by Andy Schuler

By Aaron Hamlin,

The Center for Election Science

Something Old

Michigan voters adore Republicans and Democrats. What else explains the way these two parties completely dominate Michigan government? Alternatives find their way to the ballot, so voters obviously have options.