August 25, 2025

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Rina Risper07 mins

By Jay Bobbin
Tribune Media Services
 
STARTING THIS WEEK: “AFRICAN CATS”: The “Disneynature” series of feature-length documentaries continues with this Samuel L. Jackson-narrated portrait of lions and cheetahs. The story it weaves considers the relationship between parent and child … as evidenced by animals willing to make any and all sacrifices to ensure the safety of their young ones. A portion of the movie’s first-week video sales goes to a preservation effort being staged in conjunction with the African Wildlife Foundation. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries. *** (G) (Also on Blu-ray)
 

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Good Cookin’ Strawberry Recipes

Rina Risper05 mins

Home cooking for a new
generation. Easy and 
elegant recipes from the heart and soul created for today’s family.
 
By Sharon Fox
 
STRAWBERRY 
BALSAMIC FILET OF BEEF
 
2 cups strawberries, sliced
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 (6 ounce) beef tenderloin filets
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chilled butter
freshly ground black pepper to taste
 
Mix together the strawberries, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar in a bowl, and allow to sit for 1 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally. 

 

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AboutThatCar.com:   Acura TL– Surprising

Rina Risper07 mins

By Frank S. Washington
 
DETROIT, MI – I was a bit surprised during my short-week test drive of the 2012 Acura TL.
 
Acura, the luxury nameplate of Honda, always possessed the same characteristics of the mother brand that have made owners of both so loyal. Those traits are conservatively styled, dependable and technologically advanced. But fun to drive? I don’t think so.

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    Cemetery Tour Evokes Voices From the Past

    Rina Risper06 mins

    There are many interesting facts you can find out while walking through a cemetary. Courtesy photo.

    LANSING, MI — About 125 people touring Mt. Hope Cemetery last Sunday heard voices from Lansing’s past come to life during the annual fall walking tour, “Lansing Legendaries,” conducted by the Friends of Lansing’s Historic Cemeteries.

     

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    OCTOBER IS NATIONAL DENTAL HYGIENE MONTH: DENTIST SAYS, DESPITE THE ECONOMY, “ORAL HEALTHCARE CAN’T WAIT”

    Rina Risper08 mins

    Dentist, Author, HIV advocate Dr. Catrise Austin

     

    NEW YORK, NY — October is National Dental Hygiene Month and Celebrity Dentist and author Dr. Catrise Austin of VIP Smiles in New York City.  She warns the community about the potential risks of postponing dental appointments and neglecting their oral health.

     

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    Hire Teenagers: A Solution to Joblessness in America

    Rina Risper06 mins

    By Patricia Johnson
    New America Media
     
    At the recent LinkedIn-sponsored town hall meeting, President Obama stated that we “make sure your neighbors and friends also have jobs.”
     
    I’ve got a suggestion that doesn’t cost much, doesn’t need a government agency to run it, and could help reinvigorate our cities: hire teenagers.
     

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    Excuse me, are you listening? 10-19

    Rina Risper05 mins

    Dear Readers,
     
    I have been head over heels in love with life these days.  Things are going good.  I have loyal friends.  Business is getting better.  I am more focused.  I am branching out more.  I spend a lot of time on the phone and email with non related business issues.  I am cutting back.  

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    All That Jazz

    Rina Risper05 mins

    Photo courtesy of Nunez family collection

     

    By Reference Librarian Jolee Hamlin

    Jazz is a unique genre of American music with roots in both African and European traditions. This month, the Capital Area District Library is pleased to offer “A Night of Jazz,” a free concert featuring music from the Jazz Age. 

     

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    Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Sponsors Community Workshop and Forum

    Rina Risper03 mins

    LANSING, MI – On Wednesday, October 12th, from 6:00-8:00pm, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Delta Tau Omega Chapter will host a community workshop and forum entitled “Moving from Advocacy to Action: What Every Citizen should Know About the State of Michigan Budget.” The event will take place in Room 235 Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI. 

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    Your Other 8 Hours: When Surviving is Not Enough

    Rina Risper07 mins

    By Robert Pagliarini, 
    Tribune Media Services

     
    Six years ago, Mark and Sarah were on a cruise ship touring the South Pacific when a violent tropical storm damaged the ship’s hull. Several passengers were knocked overboard and into the dark churning waters nearly 50 feet below. Mark and Sarah were two of the passengers who plunged into the cold waters that night. They frantically grabbed pieces of debris and hung on tight, doing whatever they could to keep their heads above water.

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