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For many social-welfare programs, money is distributed from the federal government quarterly or monthly, so there will be little impact unless the shutdown drags on for weeks. More: continued here

The number of Aspen-area residents in the federal food stamp program has quadrupled since 2008. More: continued here

Ford Mustang (blog) Ebay Find: Unrestored 1969 BOSS 429 With 4405 MilesFord Mustang (blog)A respected member and a fellow blogger here at MustangEvolution, SpectorV, came across this amazing gem up for bids on eBay. This rare beauty is a one owner, unrestored 1969 BOSS 429 with only a little over …

NOOKSACK – Representatives from the U.S. Postal Service met staunch opposition from Nooksack residen More: continued here

Anglers, bait your hooksProvidence JournalAny angler 15 and older must have a 2011 fishing license, which is $18 for residents and current members of the armed forces, $36 for nonresidents and $16 for a tourist 3-day license. Fishing also requires a Trout Conservation Stamp, which is $5.50. …and more » More: …

Putting a stamp on historyMoorestown SunStudents from the Hussian School of Art in Philadelphia were honored at the National Museum of American Jewish History for their unique stamp designs of the Only in America Gallery/Hall of Fame Honorees. These include such distinguished Jewish …and more » More: continued here

Nooksack residents pack meeting to oppose post office closureBellingham HeraldNOOKSACK – Representatives from the US Postal Service met staunch opposition from Nooksack residents who have been frustrated by their mail service and don't want to lose their post office. Nooksack's post office is one of 2000 facilities being …and more » …

Postal official says business is off at only R.I. branch being considered for closing More: continued here

Christian Science Monitor Government shutdown 101: What does it mean for welfare and food stamps?Christian Science MonitorPhillip Castillo works at a farmer's market vegetable stand that accepts food stamp tokens, in this 2008 photo from Schenectady, NY Many social-welfare programs like food stamps are administered by the states but funded …

Chicago Tribune Deadly drive-by shooting near S. Side post officeABC7Chicago.comPolice say it happened around 5 pm There appears to have been three victims shot right in the middle of the intersection at 46th and Cottage Grove in front of a post office. Police said two of the wounded victims were …