October 29, 2025

The New Citizens Press

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News Spotlight: AFRICAN AMERICAN PARADE AND FESTIVAL TO BE HELD IN SUMMER OF 2012

Rina Risper02 mins

The Capital City African American Cultural Association (CCAACA) today announced that the 2011 Parade and Family Heritage Festival will be postphoned due to the challenges of the economy and the unexpected rising costs of holding the annual event.   The Parade and Festival summertime event, which began in 2000 to celebrate the African American presence and the rich diversity in mid-Michigan, features marching bands, floats, food, vendors, and music in dowtown Lansing.  

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News Spotlight: Exercise is Cool, Despite the Heat according to the American Heart Assoc

Rina Risper05 mins

  

Whatever brings you outside — a bike ride with friends, a jog in the park or just a stroll around the block — it’s important to stay safe as temperatures across Michigan rise this week.  But don’t let this be the excuse to take a break from fitness, because you may be hurting yourself in the long run.

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News Spotlight: CAPITAL AREA HUMANE SOCIETY OFFERS TIPS FOR KEEPING PETS SAFE DURING HOT WEATHER

Rina Risper03 mins

Summer is here in full force!  While the hot weather means fun trips to the lake and outdoor picnics, it’s important to remember summer can be a hazardous time for pets.  Keep these tips in mind to ensure your pet’s safety and well-being during the summer months.
 

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News Spotlight: A PURE MICHIGAN SUMMER BURSTING WITH FLAVORS

Rina Risper010 mins

Summer in Michigan is bursting with flavors from its rich agriculture resources and its bounty from freshwater lakes and streams. Thousands of people will be flocking to fresh marketplaces, u-pick orchards, farms and vineyards for fruits, vegetables, flowers, herbs, and the fruit of the vine. Michigan has more than 250 agricultural destinations including farmers markets, wineries, and more. 

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Your Other 8 Hours: Never Let Excuses Drag You Down Again

Rina Risper06 mins

By Robert Pagliarini,
Tribune Media Services

I’m driving home from work. It’s already dark, and the rain is pelting the windshield. In the backseat, I have my workout bag. In less than a mile, I have a decision to make. Do I turn left and go to the gym, or do I continue to drive straight and go home? Then the rationalizations start. What’s the big deal if I miss one workout? I can exercise extra hard tomorrow. My body and my mind are all pleading with me to skip the workout, but I decide to turn left because I gave myself a unique and powerful gift.

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Mighty Medicine has CD Release Party at the Creole Gallery!

Rina Risper02 mins

Mighty Medicine is having their CD Release Show Saturday, from 8pm-11pm July 23rd at The Creole Gallery (1218 Turner Street, Old Town Lansing). Mighty Medicine has been a power soul, rock, reggae, jazz, blues duo for two years, performing over 400 venues since June of 2009. Members DeShaun Sparkle Snead (vocals and percussion) and Larry Neuhardt (guitar) are excited about the release of their second album.

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Caretakers Syndrome: Neglecting Your Needs When Caring for Another

Rina Risper08 mins

There are some practical steps that have proven to be beneficial in resolving some of these feelings encountered by those with the Caretakers Syndrome.

By Dessina King, LPN

Whether you are charged with caring for a special needs child, an elderly parent, or a debilitated spouse, fulfilling the role of caregiver can be an arduous task.  From the rising of the sun to the going down of the same, you are caring for someone who can’t care for themselves. Their needs always come first. Your day is consumed with where they have to be, what they need to eat, what medicines need to be given, and every other aspect of their daily activities.
 
But what happens when you just don’t feel like it that day?
 
 

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Interpersonal EDGE: Can Co-Workers Be True Friends?

Rina Risper06 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services

Q. I have several co-workers I consider friends whom I’ve talked with quite candidly about how I feel about our team and personal issues in my marriage. Now I’m hearing some of this information in our office grapevine, and I’m really upset. How can I make sure that what I say to my friends stays private?
 

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Retire Smart: Social Security Suspends Mailing of Critical Annual Statements

Rina Risper07 mins

By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services

What age should you file for Social Security benefits? It’s one of the most critical decisions you’ll make that affects long-term retirement security.

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Information is Accessible at Your Local Library

Rina Risper05 mins

By Eunice B.
Reference Librarian

Submitted on July 6, 2011

The Capital Area District Library strives to be as accessible as possible to all. Our goal is for the library to be enjoyable and useful to everyone, regardless of ability. As stated in our Accessibility Policy:

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