Break from the Grind February 2, 2017

A Little Friday File Fun

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In Charleston, West Virginia, a man was gambling at a casino when he got up from a blackjack table and put down a $25 chip to hold his spot. He then went to a nearby bank and gave a note to the teller saying he had a bo.mb and a weapon, according to the Charleston Gazette-Journal. He left the bank with $5,000 and returned to the casino to gamble. An anonymous tip led police to his residence where he was arrested.

In Jackson, Mississippi, a state lawmaker introduced a bill that would make it “unlawful for any person to wear pants, shorts or clothing bottoms that exposes underwear or body parts in an indecent or vulgar manner,” according to Mississippi Today. The penalty for a first offense of the noncriminal citation is a warning, and―for juveniles―notifying their parents or guardians. After that, fines begin at $20 for a second offense and run up to $100 for a sixth offense. That sixth offense would also include “psychological and social counseling by the Department of Human Services and the Department of Mental Health.” Let’s all call our local legislators to introduce a bill like this.

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In Newburyport, Massachusetts, a man facing a court for a speeding ticket appealed, asking the officer if he was sure he captured the man’s speed or the speed of a deer that could have been in the vicinity. The Newburyport Daily News says when the man was confronted by the judge for his excuse, the man replied that anything was possible. His fine was upheld.

This video proves I’m not the only one who has gotten a wine opener injury.

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This 5-year-old demonstrates a new way to tie shoes.

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Products February 2, 2017

Mercer Offers 2017 Social Security and Medicare Guides

The booklets deliver simple explanations of these programs, recent changes, and cost and benefit amounts for 2017.
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As baby boomers retire and people live longer, an understanding of Social Security and Medicare has become increasingly important when planning for retirement.

With changes to both plans that took effect January 1, knowing what benefits Social Security and Medicare provide and the best age to start benefits is the first step in retirement planning. Mercer’s 2017 Guide to Social Security and 2017 Medicare booklet provides updated, easy-to-understand information.

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The booklets deliver simple explanations of these programs, recent changes, and cost and benefit amounts for 2017—including lots of real-life examples.

The 2017 Guide to Social Security—now in its 45th edition—is a 64-page booklet that includes vital information about the following topics:

  • Major Social Security program changes for 2017;
  • Retirement benefits – early, late and delayed retirement information, with examples;
  • Disability and survivor benefits;
  • Who receives benefits;
  • Easy-reference monthly benefit tables;
  • Medicare benefits overview – eligibility and enrollment;
  • “To Do” section; and
  • Answers to frequently asked questions about Social Security.

Mercer’s 2017 Medicare booklet, 34th edition, is 32 pages and includes:

  • Major Medicare changes for 2017;
  • What is covered and not covered;
  • Enrollment and eligibility;
  • Part A (Hospital Insurance);
  • Part B (Medical Insurance);
  • Part C (Medicare Advantage Plans); and
  • Part D (Outpatient Prescription Drug Plan).

The minimum order for the Guide is 25 copies at $7.95 each, the same price as last year. Quantity discounts are available; for example, 100 copies are $6.95 each

The minimum order for the Medicare booklet is 100 copies at $3.95 each, the same price as last year! Quantity discounts are available; for example, 500 copies are $3.55 each.

Visit www.imercer.com/socialsecurity or call 800-333-3070 for more information and to purchase Mercer’s 2017 Guide to Social Security and/or 2017 Medicare booklet.

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