Assembly upholds Dreyfus soil vetoes in party split
The Wisconsin Assembly voted 53 to 40 to uphold Gov. Dreyfus’s vetoes of 464,500 for soil conservation districts and 2.2 million for farmland preservation tax credits. Republicans backed the governor’s actions, joining two Democrats, while Democrats argued the override scorecard mattered more than merits.
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Trempealeau SWCD to honor rural conservation leaders Nov 4
Trempealeau County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its 34th annual awards program on November 4 at Club Midway with a buffet at 8 p.m. Honorees include Keith Nestingen and George Weisenberger for farm soil and water conservation, Leland Chenoweth as Tree Farmer of the Year, James Hovre for streambank work, John Henrickson to accept Sportsmen’s Club of the Year, Henry Thompson for long service, and Carl and Hallie Nordhagen for Community Award. Russell Anderson will provide music. advance registrations and tickets are available from SWCD supervisors or the Whitehall extension office.
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Solar workshop to feature water heater construction
A hands on solar energy workshop at the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical Institute campus in New Richmond runs November 13 14. Participants build solar water heating systems sold as kits with classroom guidance and a registration fee of six dollars.
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Speaking contest set for Oct 19 in Buffalo County courthouse
The Buffalo County Soil and Water Conservation District announces a speaking contest on October 19 at 6 p.m. in the county courthouse. Registration is 5:30 to 6 p.m. Topics cover soil or water conservation and related areas, with times of 3 to 5 minutes for grades five and six and 5 to 8 minutes for higher grades. Sponsored annually by the Buffalo County SWCD Board of Supervisors.
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Social Security as a good investment analyzed
Computations show Social Security taxes paid from 1937 through 1949 would not have grown much if invested, yet over time the system provided a strong return and protection. The piece compares past tax costs with potential fund balances, notes employer matching, and concludes Social Security has served as a solid safety net and mandatory saving mechanism. It invites readers to send questions to The Country Today for guidance.
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