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5 Years Ago (September 2017)
Pinconning Area Schools Superintendent Mike Vieau recently received a letter from the Director of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) regarding the actions of Pinconning High School athletes, coaches, and fans. As stated in the letter, the MHSAA...
Rep. Annette Glenn, R-Midland, noted that Michigan students are returning to K-12 schools with strong support approved by the state Legislature – including additional resources for mental health, building safety and teacher recruitment.
“This is an exciting time for students across Michigan to...
If you applied for Social Security benefits, or have a pending reconsideration or hearing request, you can instantly check the status online using your personal my Social Security account. If you don’t have an account, you can create one at www.ssa.gov/myaccount to see the following information...
Lynn Eckerle is the author of the weekly food column The Recipe Exchange along with a blog, Lynn’s Musings From a Deep Well. She loves country cooking, small town living and taking the back roads.
Dear Lynn,
It’s football time! I’m looking for recipes for some great appetizers to enjoy during the...
Do you need an original or replacement Social Security Number card? We now have a new – and faster – way for you to start online.
When you go to our Social Security Number and Card webpage at www.ssa.gov/ssnumber, we now ask you a series of questions to determine whether you can:
• Complete the...
Question: How can I get proof of my benefits to apply for a loan?
Answer: If you need proof you get Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Medicare, you can request a benefit verification letter online through your personal my Social Security account at www.ssa.gov/...
(NAPSI)—For years, people have been told by brands and influencers to be “body positive” and embrace the way their bodies look—no matter the shape or size. Sounds good, right?
Well, the term body positivity focuses on outward appearance and doesn’t account for overall health. For example, someone...
It’s still Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment season and many fitness-minded folks are choosing to sign up for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans because they appreciate the extra benefits such as subsidized gym memberships. If you have one of these plans, or you’re thinking of...
Life today often seems to be in overdrive, leading many Americans to make snack and meal decisions quickly without really thinking about the nutritional makeup of what they’re consuming—but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Think Twice
“Being mindful about what you eat each day can have a...
Cranes are among the most ancient birds on earth. The only North American member of the crane family is the Sandhill Crane. The Great Lakes region hosts one of the largest contingents of these birds. They nest here in summer and winter in the southern U.S. These ancient birds mate for life, each...