The New Citizens Press

Former Lansing Teacher and Michigan Army National Guard Soldier selected to attend United States Army War College

Rina Risper16 years ago06 mins

Lieutenant Colonel Shawn A. Harris, of Kentwood, Michigan, is among the chosen few to pursue this dream of elite Soldiers. In August 2010, Harris will report to the United States Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

Your Other 8 Hours: The Secret to Success for Artists and Creatives

Rina Risper16 years ago07 mins

By Robert Pagliarini, Tribune Media Services

So you want to be an author, an actor or maybe even a rock star? It doesn’t much matter what you want to do, just that you do it. Whatever your art, your only goal should be to create.

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me2u – 9-12 – Scar

Rina Risper16 years ago09 mins

I remember my first very well although some details escape me. I do know I was nervous and scared. And what I remember most was to give it up to trusting that she knew what was best for me. However, once that nurse stuck that damn gun to my arm it went off with a burst of air coupled with a blast of pain. I was enraged. I thought how unfair it was for those two women to tell me everything was going to be alright as if it was going to be all cotton candy and lollipops. I sat silent and wounded. I was vaccinated. With that, I received my first scar.

As I See It – Reflections: Breaking the Cycle of Incarceration – 9-12

Rina Risper16 years ago06 mins

I think this program (“Breaking the Cycle of Incarceration”: A Prisoner and Youth Conversation”) is a really good idea. I think that instead of doing it once in a while they should find the means to do it in high schools. That’s where they need it most.

Retire Smart: Change is on the Way for Retiree Health Benefit Programs

Rina Risper16 years ago07 mins

By Mark Miller

Tribune Media Services

If you’re retired from a company that provides health insurance benefits, get ready for change over the next few years.

Interpersonal EDGE: Is Rage Over Political Correctness PC?

Rina Risper16 years ago05 mins

Q. I used a common phrase around a female coworker and was immediately attacked for being sexist. I didn’t know this phrase was offensive to her. I’m an older white guy and becoming paranoid about opening my mouth. How do I deal with a workplace that is increasingly politically correct?

News Spotlight – Michigan Dept. of Agriculture Warns Food Establishments of Phony Inspector Scam

Rina Risper16 years ago03 mins

Fake food inspectors threatening fines, enforcement actions

LANSING – The Michigan departments of Agriculture (MDA) and Community Health, in cooperation with the Michigan Restaurant Association, are warning the state’s food establishments about a scam involving fake food inspectors who are currently making the rounds in Michigan.