Being divorced doesn't mean you're separated from Social Security
Some divorced people may gea higher benefibased on their ex's work
By Essie Landry Special to the Acorn
      If you are divorced, there are several things you should know about Social Security. A divorced spouse may be eligible for benefits on more than one work record, such as one's own record and an exspouse's record. This applies to both divorced men and women.
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Simi-based consultant picked as judge for political awards
      Marc O'Hara, a political consultant based in Simi Valley, was selected by the American Association of Political Consultants to serve as a judge for the 2009 Pollie Awards, the "Oscars" of political campaigning.
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Alcoa volunteers give $3,000 grant to Habitat
      Matt Gilling of Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County recently received a $3,000 ACTION (Alcoans Coming Together In Our Neighborhoods) grant check from members of the Alcoa Fastening Systems volunteer team headed by Kevin Casey,
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