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USDA Ordered to Issue Full Snap Benefits
Update: The seesaw battle continues. Late Friday night the U.S. Supreme Court issued an emergency stay temporarily blocking an order to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to issue full November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance. While this situation seems to be changing by the hour, we will strive to keep you updated-N3
Today, U.S. District Judge John McConnell of Rhode Island ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to issue full November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits by Friday, Nov. 7 for roughly 42 million low-income Americans. As a result, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has directed its SNAP EBT vendor to begin issuing full SNAP benefits to Michigan SNAP recipients as soon as funding from FNS is received... Solar Farm Coming to Garfield?
Sylvan Solar, LLC, is requesting a conditional use permit to construct and operate approximately 144 megawatts of the total 220 megawatt of the Principal Use Solar Energy System or Sylvan Solar Project. This is a planned solar facility that will involve 830 acres in Garfield Township.
Citizens can attend a public hearing at the Garfield Township Hall, 7190 Bingham, Newaygo on November 25, at 7pm. Written comments will be accepted until Noon on November 25th. 
Solar map indicating the locations of the panels and other info.
Dogwood Does the Beatles
With a crowd consisting mostly of folks who were likely around when the original Fab Four hit the states, the performance was a romp through memoryland. Each song brought sighs and sounds of recognition from the audience and when exhorted by the band to join in on some of the well-known songs, few held back from breaking out their best vocals.
At one point they encouraged couples to get up and... Letter : This Is Not What America Is
Yesterday, a judge ordered the White House to restore full SNAP benefits essential food support for working families, children, and seniors. Instead of complying, Donald Trump chose to challenge the ruling in the Supreme Court. Let that sink in: the president of the United States is fighting against feeding the hungry.
As this ruling unfolded, images surfaced of a man collapsing in front of the president and Trump’s reaction wasn’t concern, but irritation at the inconvenience. That moment captures everything about who he is: .... Consumers Seeks Approval For
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The Czerkies twins, Monroe and Milina were at the Trunk or Treat Tailgate at Newaygo High School Friday night before the game.
A New Dentist in Grant
Family Health Care is pleased to announce that Dr. Tamar Shrikian, DMD, has joined its team of healthcare providers, offering expanded dental services to patients in the Newaygo County area.
Dr. Shrikian brings ten years of experience in general dentistry and a strong commitment to improving access to oral health in rural communities Lady Packers Cap Exciting Season
Fremont sent a girls cross country team to the state finals at MIS on Saturday for the first time since 2018. There have been some fine runners to qualify individually during that time, but it is extra special to qualify as a team, as the ultimate recognition of the program’s hard work and excellence...
Panther Country Passes Bond Issue.
Can you tell us what this means for the school, the community?
We are grateful that the community has entrusted us to make these much needed improvements and upgrades to our facilities. The Bond represents a commitment to... Dysard Receives Healthcare Leadership Award
Family Health Care’s chief pharmacist has been recognized with the Healthcare Leadership Award from the Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA). Lisa Dysard was recently presented with the award, which recognizes a community health center employee who provides exceptional leadership.
Advisory Council to Meet in GrantPublic Notice: The Family Health Care – Grant Public Schools advisory council will meet on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 12 p.m. in the Grant Public Schools administration building at 148 S. Elder Ave. The meeting is open to the public, and lunch will be provided. Please RSVP for lunch by calling 231-834-1350. The meeting will also be available virtually at meet.google.com/VXG-OCBA-BQH or call 929-251-5532 and use code: 560340384#
FHC Seeks Maintenance AssociateFamily Health Care is seeking a full-time Maintenance Associate to join its clinic in White Cloud. This position is responsible for maintaining grounds, basic carpentry/plumbing/electrical work, assembling and moving furniture, and other routine maintenance projects. For more information or to apply, visit www.familyhealthcare.org/careers.
NC RESA is Hiring!
Check out our open positions at www.ncresa.org
When SNAP Help Doesn’t Arrive
Latest County Marriage License Seekers
Destiny Bartomaleoli, Holton & David Pelton Jr., Holton
Lori Osborn, White Cloud & Keenan Fuller, White Cloud Laurie Kooistra, Greenville & Phillip Ottinger Jr., Newaygo Matthew Milan, Grant & Hannah Joan McMartin, Spring Lake Kyle Clark, Jenison & Lauryn Patterson, Muskegon Lexie Green, Cedar Springs & Allen Sied, Sparta |
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