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If you were exposed to water from the Flint Water Treatment Plant between April 25, 2014 and November 16, 2020, your rights may be affected by a $641 million settlement

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago08 mins

UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT EASTERN DISTRICT OF MICHIGAN

The deadline to register for the Settlement is March 29, 2021.
To learn more, visit www.OfficialFlintWaterSettlement.com

This notice explains a class action settlement in the Flint Water Cases. The notice applies to you if at any time during the period April 25, 2014 to November 16, 2020 (“Exposure Period”):

Just Plain Selfish Highlights Krisi Hudson

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago05 mins

By Kris Walker

Although it is a practice of mine to celebrate Black women 365 days of the year, I stand with the rest of the U.S, as we take these 28 days in February especially to highlight and bring awareness to amazing women doing positive things in the world.

Lansing Artist Introduces Children to Adverse Impact of Bullying in Colorful Picture Book

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago05 mins

In ‘Does This Make You a Bully,’ author Julian Van Dyke teaches kids about how their words and actions affect their peers using whimsical rhymes and stuffed-animal characters

Just Plain Selfish: Use Your Words Wisely

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago04 mins

By Kris Walker

Using the example of religion, we see the power of words. Words were used to create the earth, command the stars and to help us communicate with one another.

Lighting Up Lansing, One Smile at a Time

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago01 mins

Karenn Vernagas chilling at home with her cat Joey…

Excuse me, are you listening?

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago05 mins

Rina Risper, President & Publisher of The New Citizens Press (Pandemic photo 2020)
Dear Readers,

I am not sure about you but I do not think there will ever be a day again in my life that I will not sincerely appreciate a hug or seeing a smile.

Lighting Up Lansing – One Smile at a Time

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago01 mins

Lena is a spirited well loved German Shepard. Her human, Joseph Lehning, wished The New Citizens Press a Happy New Year when he sent us her photo.

Helping Teens During the Pandemic with “Grit, Glam and Guts”

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago04 mins

Local non-profit creatively empowers teen girls amid COVID-19 Global Pandemic right at their doorstep

Pet World: Age shouldn’t prevent senior from adopting older pet

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago08 mins

Dear Cathy,

I need your help. I am over 70 years old and I recently lost my dog of over 10 years. He was adopted along with the cat I had who also recently passed after 18 years with me. I have been looking to adopt now since the beginning of 2020. I located a rescue group and after a home check was approved to adopt. At this point in my life, I do not want a puppy. I would like an older dog, something small to keep me and my husband company. A dog would also encourage us to walk more.

The Plant Professionals: Flower of Love?

Rina Risper5 years ago4 years ago03 mins

Roses are one the most favored flowers to give to loved ones.

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