Farmers Supply Association - Hamlin Branch

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

How to Clean Silver Jewelry So It Shines

To make your silver rings, bracelets, and necklaces sparkle, here's how to clean silver jewelry the right way. Plus, how to store silver jewelry to prevent tarnish.

How to Avoid Dining at a Tourist Trap

How to Carry Concealed In a Purse (If You Must)

Many self-defense experts eschew off-body carry. But that's not always practical.

Why Fertility Treatments Aren’t Covered for Veterans

The U.S. government will help active-duty soldiers with the cost of IVF, but those who have left the military don’t have the same benefit—even when combat injuries make it impossible to have kids otherwise.

10 Things Food Banks Need But Won't Ask For

Some items are in high demand at the food bank and you may not realize it. Because they aren't essentials, the staff doesn't publicly ask for them.

How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

Money Minute: Repair or Buy New Farm Equipment?

The question of repair vs. trading in for new farm equipment isn’t one that’s easily answered. Ag operations need to take many factors into consideration.

WHITEKER: Farewell to public education system

I must acknowledge and give credit to those legislators that have stayed the course in their journey to dismantle public education. They have promoted a perception that schools are failing — therefore, privatizing education via vouchers, tax credit scholarships will save our children. School choice is the answer!

8 Things Farm Equipment Can Teach You About Yourself

Fastline loves farm equipment – not just because we make it easy to find your next piece of equipment, but also because of how much it can teach you about yourself. Check out the 8 Things far…

Spending more on public education is well worth it

Spending more on public education increases the odds of poor children attending school longer and making higher wages in the long run.

The 5 Worst States for Public Education In the Nation

Back to school is around the corner. Where does your state rank for public education?

Why Inequity Is The Biggest Issue In Public Education

What are the biggest problems with public education tod...

Should we even have public education?

Will Public Education Survive?

Some of us are not built to be self-promoters or leaders of movements but these are essential for educational leaders now.

What to Do: Policy Recommendations for K-12 Education, on what it means for state boards to...

Chartering fundamentally differs from the district-based model of public education. ESSA may be the perfect opportunity to develop a two-track approach.

Farmers ask: Should they be able to repair their own tractor or farm equipment?

Many farmers are frustrated that they either have to hold on to older equipment that they can repair themselves to save money or buy newer equipment that has much higher repair costs and restrictions by companies.

Use Caution When Considering Farm Equipment Leases

Many factors in the current agricultural economy are leading producers to consider a lease arrangement of new capital purchases instead of an outright purchase.

Want to Transform Public Education? Act Locally

Sure, schools need strong leadership and supported teachers, but what really makes a school work is plenty of parental and community involvement.

Some farm equipment is a source of toxic chemicals in dairy, study finds

A new report by the Coalition for Safer Food Processing & Packaging has both bad news and good news for lovers of dairy products.