The New Citizens Press

Higher Purpose

Rina Risper15 years ago012 mins

By Tom Lagana

After two days of presenting seminars in New England, I made a mad dash to the airport. Finding myself with a little time to spare, I sat in the main terminal for a few minutes of relaxation. Although this tiny airport appeared to be fairly new, it was unusually empty for 4:30 p.m. on a weekday. From my vantage point, I counted four people.

Nutritional Literacy

Rina Risper15 years ago09 mins

By Dessina King, LPN

and Karla Robinson, MD

Many times we’ve heard the phrase “You are what you eat”. But how many of us can say we really know what we’re eating? It’s estimated that 90% of chronic illnesses today are diet related. These include diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and even some cancers. Some simple, yet profound changes can alter the course of your life and health.

Diet and Nutrition- Urban Legends

Rina Risper15 years ago04 mins

Diet and Nutrition - Urban Legends

1. I’m young and healthy. There is no need to worry about my diet and nutrition right now. This can’t be further from the truth. NOW is the time to focus on healthy eating and lifestyle habits while you’re young. It’s always important to properly nourish your body. Poor diets and nutritional habits in your youth can lead to a lifetime of consequences and health issues. There’s no greater time than now.

Retire Smart: Long-Term Care Insurance Market Shows Signs of Trouble

Rina Risper15 years ago09 mins

By Mark Miller

Tribune Media Services

Harry Margolis is an elder law attorney who regularly helps clients plan for possible risk that they’ll need long-term care. He’s helped many select a long-term care insurance policy, but these days he’s ambivalent about how to counsel them.

News Spotlight: Whole Foods Market Announces A Recall For Ginger Bread Houses Which Were Produced By Rolf’s Patisserie In Twenty-Three States Because Of A Possible Health Risk

Rina Risper15 years ago03 mins

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 24, 2010 – Whole Foods Market announces that it is recalling assembled Ginger Bread Houses sold in, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Florida, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah and Wisconsin that came from its supplier Rolf’s Patisserie of Lincolnwood, Illinois.

My Answer

Rina Risper15 years ago04 mins

By Billy Graham
Tribune Media Services

Q: I think I would like to be a real Christian but I’m not sure I could keep it up. I have a hard enough time staying out of trouble now, and a friend of mine says the devil will get after me even harder if I give my life to Jesus. Is that true? – W.B.

Dear You

Rina Risper15 years ago011 mins

By Tom Lagana
from “Serving Productive Time”

One cold November morning, I stopped by the emergency room of our local hospital to see if they could use my volunteer services. My official volunteer day was Thursday, but since I was already downtown that Saturday, I thought I’d offer to help out.

By Tashmica Torok

With Christmas less than two weeks away, the race is on to find any gift. The one of a kind, unique gifts have been purchased and now we are in search of the space fillers.

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