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Michigan WIC Program increases income threshold, more families may now qualify
LANSING, Mich. – The income guidelines for the Michigan Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program were recently adjusted due to federal guidelines, and more Michigan families may now qualify for benefits. Under the updated WIC income eligibility guidelines, a family of four can now qualify with an annual income of up to $61,050, an increase of more than $1,500. WIC, […]
Turbo Talks Sports: Is this the Year, Lions Fans?
Football is back folks and I for one am super excited! It’s not a lie, fall is by far my favorite season of the year. High school, college, and the NFL get started, MLB playoffs are getting ready to get started and well, it’s by birthday month so why wouldn’t I be excited. LOL! But […]
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: A Touching Moment
by John Mooy Throughout history there have been many moments that we found to be meaningful and worth remembering. While some of those moments are bigger than others, I had such a moment take place last Saturday at of all places the local dump. As is the case every Saturday morning I usually have a […]
Bits & Pieces: Coins
by Paula Johnson A couple of interesting items came through my inbox recently and started me thinking. Of course, those who have known me a long time will tell you that can be a scary situation. Although paper money came into use over 2000 years ago in ancient places such as China […]
Farm and Food File: US Ag exports continue to slide
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com When you set a record ag trade deficit for the third consecutive year, the decline isn’t an aberration or a coincidence. It is, in fact, growing proof that a key element of your national ag policy is headed in the wrong direction. And, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s […]
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Homeowners can claim a tax credit of up to $8,000 for installing an electric heat pump under the termsof the Inflation Reduction Act. Dear EarthTalk: How can homeowners make their homes greener and more efficient to cash in on rebates and incentives available under Biden’s Inflation […]
Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Why Are We Letting Corporate Profiteers Write America’s Farm and Food Policy?
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com A farmer was asked what he’d do if he won a million-dollar lottery. “Well,” he said, “I guess I’d just keep farming ‘til the money runs out.” Trying to make a living as a farmer is not for the fainthearted. You have to take out high-interest loans from cold-eyed bankers to […]
Band Notes for the Week of September 9, 2024
Corrections A few corrections on dates:1) There IS a home game on September 20. This was decided after the handbook was printed. Marching Band members are expected to arrive promptly by 5:30pm. This is our BIG premiere date for the new marching band uniforms!!!! So exciting!!!2) The Spring Concert is on May 14 NOT May […]
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools
by Nanette Pauley, Superintendent Marcellus Community Schools is pleased to introduce Maria Kulka (pictured) as the new high school guidance counselor. The school board approved Ms. Kulka’s hire on September 9. Ms. Kulka brings with her a wealth of experience and a passion for student success. She has over ten years’ […]
No seconds in the 3rd Annual Marcellus Home Arts Bake Off
There were no seconds in the third annual Marcellus Home Arts Bake Off during First Friday, September 6. No seconds as in no second place. Tying for first were Carole Ransbottom and Jason Shenfeld. Taking the bronze was Dawn Sivley. The top three bakers received a commemorative 2024 Marcellus Home Arts Bake […]
Southwest Michigan Reads Announces Visiting Author for 2024
Southwest Michigan Reads, a partnership of eight library systems, is inviting readers to investigate Michigan’s murderous history with 2024 visiting author Tobin Buhk. A Michigan author and researcher, Buhk presents a reading and discussion of his book Killer Women of Michigan on Tuesday, September 24, at 6:30pm, at Arclight Brewing Company in Watervliet (544 […]
