(TSN): When money is moved around in the government, some of the most crucial social programs are lost in the shuffle. In the current budget battle the full funding of WIC, a free nutrition program for women, infant and children, is lacking.
The Biden Administration included $6.3 million for WIC in its annual budget anticipating an increase in applicants in 2024. The head of the Department of Agriculture said in a regional briefing with the press that if WIC is not fully funded for the full year instead of as a part of a CR (continuing resolution) in Congress, it is likely that states will start placing people on waiting lists. Breast-feeding mothers and their babies could suffer the most. And, since WIC also gives those in need access to additional education and health resources, its absence could be detrimental for millions who depend on it.
By Mona Austin One of the most eligible bacherlors in Christianity has tied the knot - Marvin Winans remarries After being single for almost 30 years, legendary gospel singer and Bishop Marvin L. Winans, Sr. has wed his long time girlfriend Deneen R. Carter. Carter is a 57-year-old physical therapist and minister at Perfecting Church in Detroit, founded by Winans. Little is known about the bride publicly. The gospel legend introduced the now Mrs. Winans as his fiance to the congregants of Perfecting in October of 2021. The couple had been in a relationship for 15 years. Pastor Winans was previously married to fellow gospel singer Vicki Winans (with whom he has two sons) for 16 years before they divorced in 1995. Held at the Colony Club in Detroit, MI, on April 22, the wedding was officiated by fellow COGIC Bishop Darrell Hines. "Let their lives be full of joy as they live according to your word," he prayed. If we are judging by floral count, this could be one of th...