Lifestyles
For the second year in a row, Michigan’s seat belt use rate fell slightly, according to the results from a grant-funded direct observation study conducted by Michigan State University.
The 2024 study, which was conducted in May and June, determined a seat belt use rate of 92.0 percent for Michigan...
Throughout sports history there have been some memorable streaks: Baseball great Cal Ripken’s 2,632 consecutive games played; Joe Dimaggio’s 56 straight game hit streak; and Andy Gorske’s naked sprint across the Frank’s parking lot at last year’s company Christmas party. What do all these famous...
(NAPSI)—Many people found comfort in their animals during the pandemic, whether they already had a pet, newly adopted, or helped care for a family member’s pet. Four years later, puppies adopted during the pandemic are now entering adulthood, while dogs adopted as adults are approaching their...
Spooky season is upon us, and if you were part of the one in five people who, according to the National Retail Federation, planned to dress up their pet last year, you’re probably already thinking about how you and your pet will celebrate Halloween this year. To make sure the season is full of...
You may know someone who gets a monthly Social Security benefit or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment and who also needs help managing their money. We can appoint a person or an organization to act as a “representative payee” responsible for receiving and managing a person’s Social Security...
Identity theft affects millions of people each year and can cause serious harm. Protect yourself by securing your personal information, understanding the threat of identity theft, and exercising caution.
Here are 10 things you can start doing now to protect yourself and your loved ones from...
Scammers are always finding new ways to steal your money and personal information. The best way to defeat scammers is to know how to identify scams and to ignore suspicious calls and emails.
One common tactic scammers use is posing as federal agents or other law enforcement officials. They may...
Question:
I want to make sure I have enough credits to receive Social Security retirement benefits when I need them. How can I get a record of my Social Security earnings?
Answer:
You can get your full earnings history online by using your personal my Social Security account. With your account, you...
Thursday, August 29th,
• Rotary Club, Regular Meeting at CJ’s, Noon.
Standing events
Second Monday
• Pinconning Area School Board of Education Meeting, 6:00 pm
HS/MS Library.
• Garfield Township Board Meeting, 6:30 pm, 1138 W. Erickson, Linwood.
• Pinconning Township Board Meeting, 7:00 pm, 1751...
Much of the U.S. could face hotter than normal conditions this year as the climate crisis drives higher temperatures—but you can keep yourself and those you care about safe.
Consider these facts and figures:
2023 was the hottest year on record, and scientists warn that 2024 could break records...