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Poverty simulation scheduled for Tomahawk

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Participants to an upcoming event in Tomahawk will learn what it's like to live in poverty.

The Lincoln County UW-Extension will be running an interactive poverty simulation. Several surrounding communities have recently conducted similar seminars which have had a profound impact.

Lincoln County currently has an unemployment rate in the upper half of the state and the county's FoodShare participation is six times higher than just a decade ago. In addition, the Salvation Army backpack  program has seen an increase in demand.

This event will assign participants a budget they have to follow, while having to pay for everyday expenses and having to deal with emergencies.  In the end they will learn about the prevalence of poverty in Lincoln County and develop an understanding of what its like to live on a limited income.

The simulation will take place on Saturday January 14th, but early registration is sought by Wednesday.  The three hour event will take place at the Rodeway Inn with registration beginning at 1. The cost is free, but seating is limited. Please call the Extension office at (715)-539-1072.

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