The New Citizens Press

Avoiding Fireworks Injuries

Rina Risper13 years ago08 mins

Keep safe around fireworks.

By Karla Robinson, MD

The summer holiday season is often a time for family gatherings, cookouts, and fun in the sun. With the month of July in full swing, the start of firework season is also upon us. Although personal firework use is outlawed in several states, there are still many people affected each year by the dangers associated with a “backyard” firework display.

Interpersonal EDGE: Working Hard and Not Getting Ahead? Read This!

Rina Risper13 years ago06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube

Tribune Media Services

Q. I’ve been in my job for 10 years. I’m loyal, hard working, have great people skills, and am highly competent. I am also consistently passed over for promotions. The people who are promoted are far less competent. I don’t get it! How do I get on my company’s promotional track?

Retire Smart: Retirement planners often need a Negative Nelly on their team

Rina Risper13 years ago07 mins

By Jill Schlesinger

Tribune Media Services

I woke up last Saturday morning to the following “Retire Smart” reader email:

“Why are you a Negative Nelly? Your columns seem to advocate that everyone never be able to retire and that everyone be on the ‘carry-out’ plan … i.e. instead of being able to retire, [people] should die on the job … that’s NOT right. I’ve heard of quite a few people who wound up on the ‘carry-out’ plan, when they could have retired and enjoyed what remained of their lives. Please temper your columns so that people who want to retire are able to do so without any guilt and are able to enjoy life.”

Stopping Youth Violence

Rina Risper13 years ago05 mins

By Bobby Murray

Teen violence is a big and growing crisis in our world today. Every day we hear on the news of teenagers involved in violent crimes. Part of the reason is that weapons are becoming more accessible. You can go into a ninety-nine cent store and buy a knife without any questions.

News Spotlight: Fire at Local Restaurant

Rina Risper13 years ago01 mins

At 11:35 am, the Lansing Fire Department was dispatched to a fire at 2008 W. Willow, DeLuca’s Restaurant, on the city’s North side.

Inside The Mind of a Sportsaholic – Think Like A Sports Fan

Rina Risper13 years ago08 mins

By Jimmy Wilson, Jr.

After seeing the movie “Think Like A Man”, I figured I would dispense some relationship tips myself. Fellas, don’t be alarmed, these tips won’t be exposing any secrets, or throwing men under the bus. These tips are for women who are dealing with men who are into sports, but the women may not really be into them also. These tips are to help you ladies know what to listen for, and how to deal with men who love sports.

News Spotlight: Armed Robbery and Gunshots at an Apartment

Rina Risper13 years ago02 mins

Armed robbery of a gasoline station and gunshots fired at an apartment

News Spotlight: Federally-funded Unemployment Benefits Reduced Due to State’s Decreased Unemployment Rate

Rina Risper13 years ago05 mins

Changes in Benefit Entitlements for EUC Program

The U.S. Department of Labor recently notified the State of Michigan that Tier 4 of the Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) program will end as Michigan’s jobless numbers are below the level required by federal law to continue Tier 4 of the program.

News Spotlight: Body Found Floating in Grand River Identified

Rina Risper13 years ago01 mins

On May 26, 2012 at 6:51 p.m. Lansing Police Department dispatched received information that a body was seen floating in the Grand River.

News Spotlight: Praise 98 FM’s Lady Charmaine to serve as judge at the June 23, 2012 “Uplifting Minds II” talent competition showcase in Hollywood

Rina Risper13 years ago04 mins

A long list of prizes for three winners of the June 23, 2012 “ULMII” national talent competition at the Celebrity Center

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over impaired driving enforcement begins August 15

Decades After the Crime, Wisconsin Man Charged in Cold Case Kidnapping and Sexual Assault Case