KEPR has learned fewer people in our community are applying for food stamps.The number has dropped significantly over the last year. Officials say it's a sign of a recovering economy. But people may be replacing food stamps with something else.
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Young voters get off Facebook, get into the electionColumbus Dispatch, OH –Jul 26, 2008By Jaclyn Cosgrove WASHINGTON — Ohio college student Karl Stark wants his generation to stop relying so much on Facebook and blogs to get their voices … More: continued here
Maine food stamp use grows 7.2 percentWBZ, MA –3 hours agoPORTLAND, Maine (AP) More people in Maine are turning to food stamps during a time of economic stresses including high fuel and food costs. … More: continued here
Woman wrongfully obtained more than $30k food stamps, cash, assistanceAustin Herald, MN –3 hours agoBy KATIE JOHNSON/katie.johnson@austindailyherald.com A 22-year-old Austin woman was sentenced in Mower County District Court Friday for wrongfully obtaining …Woman's restitution for welfare fraud more than $30000Post-Bulletinall 2 news articles More: continued here
Post Office Announces New 2011 StampsMyFox MemphisCollectors, the elderly and people whose computers are broken will have a new selection of stamps to choose from next year, including ones that pay tribute … More: continued here
US Postal Service to Release Vintage Soda Fountain Stamps in 2016The Daily MealLater this year, the U.S. Postal Service will introduce “Soda Fountain Favorites” stamps as part of their Forever collection, featuring illustrations by New York City artist Nancy Stahl. Each stamp features one of five illustrations: a double-scoop ice … More: continued here
Kentucky's Huguenin, Stamps headed to NFLPA Collegiate Bowl247SportsThe NFL Player's Association announced that Kentucky senior defensive end Farrington Huguenin (6-foot-4, 282) and senior safety AJ Stamps (6-foot, 205) will make an appearance in the 2016 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl on Jan. 23 at 6 PM ET. The game will be …and more » More: continued here