ThinkProgress Food stamps do workCincinnati.comI would never, ever have been able to get through school without food stamps, Pell Grants and student loans. It took a village and government aid. I was not a victim. I did not feel entitled. I, then as now, felt immensely grateful that I lived …
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Read More »Man faces felonies in post office crash – Idaho Mountain Express and Guide
Man faces felonies in post office crashIdaho Mountain Express and GuideThe case against Valencia stems from a traffic accident earlier this month when he crashed a vehicle into a concrete light post in the parking lot at the Hailey Post Office. Hailey police Lt. Steve England said police were dispatched …
Read More »Cash stamps arriving Wednesday – Timesonline.com
Fort Myers Beach Observer Cash stamps arriving WednesdayTimesonline.comThe limited edition "Forever" stamp features an image of Cash captured during a 1963 photo session. The stamp is part of the U.S. Postal Service's Music Icon series, which also includes stamps honoring Lydia Mendoza (available now) and Ray Charles (to …New stamp …
Read More »Former Orthodox Jewish man attempts to auction off his spot in heaven – New York Daily News
Former Orthodox Jewish man attempts to auction off his spot in heavenNew York Daily NewsLooking for a one-way ticket to heaven? Too late. Ebay has pulled a New Jersey man's auction for his “Portion in olam habaah (heaven),” right after one eager bidder reportedly placed $100,000 on the table. RELATED: …
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Mayor Carl Jacobson calls it is a catastrophe and says the city is looking for a temporary space. More: continued here
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Read More »Fire destroys Cave Junction post office – OregonLive.com
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After more than 15 years in the sorting house, shares in the Royal Mail – which is separate from the Post Office – could finally be available to members of the public. More: continued here
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