Author : Marcia Conard

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Marcia Conard is a life-long resident of the Blue Water Area. Marcia has an Associate of Science Degree from St. Clair County Community College. Marcia was licensed by the Federal Government as a Customhouse Broker and worked in Management and as a Director for over 30 years in the Customs Brokerage business. Marcia has two grown sons also living and raising families in the Blue Water Area. Marcia joined the Grant Smith Health Insurance Agency as the operations manager in May, 2017.

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Michigan Medigap Subsidy Updates

Marcia ConardNovember 19, 2020November 19, 2020

by Marcia ConardNovember 19, 2020November 19, 2020

By Marcia Conard First, you may ask, “What is Medigap?” If you are on Medicare and shopping or have enrolled in a Medicare supplement insurance...

Lifestyle

World Heart Day – September 29th

Marcia ConardSeptember 28, 2020September 28, 2020

by Marcia ConardSeptember 28, 2020September 28, 2020

By Marcia Conard Back in May 2012, world leaders decided it was time to set a goal of reducing global mortality from non-communicable diseases (NCDs)...

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September 11 – Patriot Day, National Day of Service and Remembrance

Marcia ConardSeptember 9, 2020September 9, 2020

by Marcia ConardSeptember 9, 2020September 9, 2020

On the first anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks killing 2,977 people, Patriots Day was observed and is observed every year. This day has...

Science

Herd Immunity and COVID-19

Marcia ConardAugust 18, 2020August 19, 2020

by Marcia ConardAugust 18, 2020August 19, 2020

By Marcia Conard Herd immunity occurs when a high percentage of people in a geographic area are immune to a disease making the spread of...

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COVID Fatigue AKA Pandemic Fatigue – It’s Real!

Marcia ConardAugust 17, 2020August 19, 2020

by Marcia ConardAugust 17, 2020August 19, 2020

By Marcia Conard If you are feeling more stressed, anxious, depressed, and exhausted than ever, you have lots of company. The culprit – COVID-19! Early...

Lifestyle Public Events

National Night Out 2020 | August 4th

Marcia ConardJuly 31, 2020July 31, 2020

by Marcia ConardJuly 31, 2020July 31, 2020

National Night Out Day is traditionally celebrated on the first Tuesday in August. Due to COVID-19, this year may look a little different. Some cities...

Local News

The Buffalo Soldiers | Commemorative National Day – July 28th

Marcia ConardJuly 28, 2020July 28, 2020

by Marcia ConardJuly 28, 2020July 28, 2020

Feature photo caption: The Sentinel Statue by Reynaldo Rivera honoring the 9th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers at Fort Selden historic site near Las Cruces, New Mexico...

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Broken Heart Syndrome – Is it Serious and Why are there more cases since the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Marcia ConardJuly 15, 2020July 15, 2020

by Marcia ConardJuly 15, 2020July 15, 2020

By Marcia Conard Broken Heart Syndrome is a real thing and needs to be taken seriously. It can also be called stress-induced cardiomyopathy and is...

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DIY DAY CAMP IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD

Marcia ConardJuly 13, 2020July 13, 2020

by Marcia ConardJuly 13, 2020July 13, 2020

By Marcia Conard Are the natives getting restless in your house? It may be time to create day camp activities for the kids (and adults!)...

Local News

New Michigan Auto No-Fault Insurance Law Definitions and FAQ

Marcia ConardJuly 2, 2020July 2, 2020

by Marcia ConardJuly 2, 2020July 2, 2020

Michigan remains: The only state that continues to offer unlimited personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. Michigan remains a No-Fault Auto Insurance state. There are 12...