October 29, 2025

The New Citizens Press

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Attending College with a Mental Illness or Learning Disability

Rina Risper06 mins

By Marybeth Smith

Until I had my son and went through all the obstacles we did trying to make sure he got the best education possible, I had no clue what accommodations can be made for someone with a mental illness and/or learning disabilities. I kept this in mind when, old lady that I am, I enrolled in college for the first time this summer. Sure, I probably don’t need a cool down room or scheduled snacks, but I knew there are certain accommodations I could benefit from. And the best part is, so can you!

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Golf Tournament on Friday, August 19 to Benefit Guide Right Programs

Rina Risper03 mins

The Lansing Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation invites golfers to the 2nd Annual Stuart J. Dunnings, Jr. Golf Classic on Friday, August 19, 2011 at the Wheatfield Valley Golf Club in Williamston located at 1600 Linn Road.

Stuart  J. Dunnings’ legacy includes a more than 50-year successful law practice, representing all walks of life.  He was also a strong advocate for civil rights and an avid golfer.

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The Kid’s Doctor: Cell Phones and Cancer: Get Your Hands Off That Phone!

Rina Risper04 mins

The World Health Organization recently announced that radiation from cell phones may cause cancer.

By Sue Hubbard, M.D.
www.kidsdr.com

 

ILooking for a great gift for your favorite high school or college grad? Pick up a hands-free headset for their cell phone. There’s a healthy reason behind this. The World Health Organization (WHO) just announced that radiation from cell phones may cause cancer.

 

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Interpersonal EDGE: Tired of Bad Luck? Read This!

Rina Risper06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services
 
Q. I am feeling demoralized and depressed about the way my career has gone for the last five years. It seems like every time I get a break, it turns out to be disappointing in the end. Why does work (and life) need to be so hard? Other people seem to have it easy. What am I doing wrong?
 

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Retire Smart: America’s Graying Suburbs Offer Challenges, Opportunities

Rina Risper07 mins

By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services
 
I remember the suburbs of the 1950s and 1960s as a kid’s paradise. Every block was filled by young families with children, and the neighborhood was our playground. 
 

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Que’n With Kids Saturday, August 20, 2011

Rina Risper01 mins

Penny at Que’n 2010. TNCP photo

 

Face Painting, Music, Entertainment, Food and more!For residents and those with an interest in the Walnut Neighborhood! FREE!

 

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Questions About Going to College? The Library Can Help!

Rina Risper06 mins

By Matt P., Technology Librarian
 
Which college to attend? That’s one of the many questions facing students and their parents as the final years of high school begin. Options such as cost, location, class size, school reputation and programs of study are a few of the criteria to consider. 

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New VW Passat — American Made

Rina Risper08 mins

By Frank S. Washington

CHATTANOOGA, TN – It may sound strange but we came here to drive Volkswagen’s 2012 Passat midsize sedan. The reason VW picked this venue is because the German automaker recently built a plant here that will assemble roughly 150,000 Passats annually.

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News Spotlight: SINGING TALENT SHOWCASE ‘HOMETOWN IDOL’ COMING TO DEWITT OX ROAST

Rina Risper02 mins

 DEWITT, Mich.—Contestants are being sought to participate in America’s favorite singing talent showcase, Hometown Idol, scheduled to take place 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, 2011, during the DeWitt Ox Roast at the Downtown DeWitt Main Stage.


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Special Social Security Edition: Naming Your Baby

Rina Risper06 mins

Oh Baby!  Social Security’s website has a list of the 1,000 most popular boys’ and girls’ names for 2009 and a list of the top 100 names for twins born in 2009.  The website also offers lists of baby names for each year since 1880.

In 2011, we may find the name Pippa or Jayden on the top ten list of popular baby name.   The Social Security Administration compiles names annually and recently announced the most popular baby names in Michigan for 2009. 

How does Michigan compare to the rest of the country?  Olivia and Jacob topped the list.  Nationally, Isabella and Jacob were the most popular baby names.

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