Grandparent Scam Warns and Warnings From Readers
A reader column relays personal loss from a February grandparent scam and expert tips on recognizing and avoiding such schemes. Authorities note scammers exploit urgency, social media data, and impersonation to pressure victims. Readers are urged to verify with family before sending funds and report incidents.
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Coffee with Kate invites residents to April hours
State Representative Kate Segal hosts informal chats in Battle Creek and Albion to discuss improving state government. She schedules three sessions at Brownstone Coffeehouse Maria's Garden and Lopez Taco House with hours listed and invites signup for her e-newsletter at RepSegal.com.
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Brownstone
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April Book Club Meetings at Marshall District Library
Book discussion groups meet monthly at Marshall District Library with no registration. Upcoming titles include God's Hotel by Victoria Sweet on April 12 and The History of Love by Nicole Krauss on April 9, with room locations and contact numbers for more information.
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God's Hotel
Heart of Medicine
Victoria Sweet
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Love
Nicole Krauss
Jesse Howell
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