Lifestyles
A soil health and conservation study conducted by the American Soybean Association (ASA) with support from the Walton Family Foundation found that U.S. soybean farmers prioritize conservation in their fields, with a desire to keep improving.
The study assessed farmers’ attitudes and experiences...
Our Boys and Girls Clubs help youth develop character through participation in Club projects and experiences. We provide opportunities for youth to strengthen their character through hands-on projects, leading group activities, participating in daily events and so much more.
“Life’s not fair. Get...
Having a job means different things to different people, but it can give you a sense of self, a community to rely on, and much-needed structure. Some people define themselves through their work. Others may enjoy the social aspect of their jobs. If you rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI)...
Did you know that you can apply online for Medicare, even if you are not ready to retire? We can help you make an informed decision about when to apply for benefits based on your individual and family circumstances. Applying online can take less than 10 minutes. There are no forms to sign and...
It’s well known that soy can be found in many products. But did you know that you could use soy-based products in your community? Read on to learn how your community could use environmentally friendly products using home-grown crops to be greener and support U.S. soy.
Paint: Many paint...
The aged and people with disabilities may need extra assistance to manage their finances. If you have a loved one who needs your help, you may be able to become a representative payee. A representative payee receives the beneficiary’s payments and is given the authority to manage them on the...
Human trafficking, one of the worst types of exploitation, is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the world – second only to drug trafficking as the most profitable form of crime, according to the U.S. Department of State.
Earlier this month, I voted to declare January Human Trafficking...
The Social Security Administration launched a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign to continue warning people about the ongoing nationwide telephone impersonation scheme. The PSAs feature a message from Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul. Social Security and its Office of the...
The Journal received this response to a photo that appeared in the January 8th edition of a building identified as the Pinconning Hotel in February 1922.
The recent photo of the Pinconning Hotel ca. 1922 ice storm was not correctly located. The original hotel as in photo was located on the west...
Winter has finally arrived, and we are forced to try to soak up any sun that we get and stay warm when the sun is not out. Oh well, we chose to live in Michigan, or stay if we were born here. I try not to be political in this column, but I want to encourage you to be awake and think for yourself...