Stamps’ options pose challenge

Service members and their spouses redeemed almost $104 million worth of food stamps at base commissaries in fiscal year 2013. The use of food stamps by military families has been on the upswing since 2008. (See graph from the Defense Commissary Agency above.) More: continued here

Stamps make history at club's annual food driveCalgary Herald,  Canada –5 hours ago… to provide something substantial for the food bank," says club spokeswoman Peni Hufnagel, wife of Stamps head coach and general manager John Hufnagel. … More: continued here

Questions rise about food stamp optionsWDAYFargo, ND (WDAY TV) – Obesity experts are asking questions about the freedom that comes with food stamps. By: WDAY Staff Reports, WDAY Staff Reports, WDAY. Food Stamps. image. Food Stamps. Fargo, ND (WDAY TV) – Obesity experts are asking …and more » More: continued here

Cost of postage stamps is expected to double soon, could hit $2 within three years. More: continued here

abc11.com Food stamps delayed in Wake Countyabc11.comRALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — There are 39,000 families in Wake County who rely on food stamps, but some of those are being forced to wait to get the help they need. A new computer system launched in February helps administer the food stamps. With a recent … More: continued…

Mailing a letter will cost a penny more starting in MayCarlisle Sentinel, PA –2 minutes agoThe price of the Forever stamp will go up at the same time, meaning those stamps can still be purchased for 41 cents but will remain good for first-class … More: continued here