Targeted News Service back issues from April 2005:
FORMAL SIGNING CEREMONY TO BE HELD BETWEEN HOPI TRIBE, FEMA
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Hopi Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The signing of a formal agreement between the Hopi Tribe and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to implement disaster recovery relief will occur in a March 30th ceremony in ...
TEAM FROM GORE WINS CHEROKEE CHALLENGE BOWL
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: A record number of youngsters from area high schools recently gathered together to test their Cherokee knowledge in the annual Cherokee Challenge Bowl sponsored by the Cherokee Nation ....
CHEROKEE NATION CHIEF BECOMES DISTINGUISHED MEMBER OF AMERICAN LAW INSTITUTE
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Chad Smith, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, was recently elected to become a member of the prestigious American Law Institute (ALI). "Historically, Cherokees have been ...
SEN. KRAUTER PROPOSES $15 MILLION FOR SCHOOL FUNDING
Apr 01, 2005 ... The North Dakota Democratic Party issued the following news release: Democratic Sen. Aaron Krauter of Regent proposed an amendment on HB 1154 to add $15 million in public school foundation aid. Krauter mapped out a plan for the 47 member Senate to allocate money to public education ...
SEN. MATHERN ATTEMPTS TO AMEND BILL FOR STATE EMPLOYEES
Apr 01, 2005 ... The North Dakota Democratic Party issued the following news release: Democratic Sen. Tim Mathern of Fargo introduced an amendment to the North Dakota Senate on Tuesday--the amended bill will start the process for a full-funded four plus four salary increase for state employees ....
DEMOCRATIC SENATORS DETERMINE FUNDING FOR HUMAN SERVICE
Apr 01, 2005 ... The North Dakota Democratic Party issued the following news release: Sen. Tim Mathern, D- 11 Fargo, and Sen. Aaron Krauter, D- 31 Regent, have determined a funding solution for the Department of Human Services Budget. The Democratic Senators are advocating a plan to access $34.6 million ...
CALL TO ACTION
Apr 01, 2005 ... The California Democratic Party issued the following press release: Join These Rallies Against Arnold's Special Interest Fundraising DATE: TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2005 3:30 P.M. - RALLY @ THE SF GAP LOCATED AT 100 POST ST.GAP founder Don Fisher is one of Schwarzenegger's ...
ON ANNIVERSARY OF KING'S WORK WITH MEMPHIS SANITATION WORKERS, CALIFORNIA DEMOCRATIC PARTY JOINS FIGHT FOR CIVIL RIGHTS OF SECURITY OFFICERS
Apr 01, 2005 ... The California Democratic Party issued the following statement: California Democratic Party Chairman, Sen. Art Torres (Ret.), issued the following statement today in support of the largest African-American union effort in the history of the U.S. labor movement. "This Monday, ...
REPUBLICANS CONDEMN VOTER CHALLENGE TECHNIQUES
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Washington Republican Party issued the following news release: Washington State Republican Party Chairman Chris Vance and Pedro Celis, founder and former chairman of the Hispanic Republican Assembly today condemned the techniques used by activist Martin Ringhofer to compose a list of ...
GOV. FLETCHER, SEN. MCCONNELL, SEN. BUNNING, OTHER GOP ELECTED LEADERS UNANIMOUS IN SUPPORT OF DARRELL BROCK TO REPLACE
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Kentucky Republican Party issued the following news release: State elected leaders including Gov. Ernie Fletcher and Sen. Mitch McConnell have thrown their support behind Darrell D. Brock Jr., to be elected the next Chairman of the RPK. Brock currently serves as Commissioner of the ...
PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN MADISON RANKED 3RD BEST IN NATION
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Madison Metropolitan School District issued the following news release: The public schools in Madison are ranked as the 3rd best in the nation out of 362 metropolitan areas, according to the latest edition of Expansion Management Magazine. "Quality Public Schools" is one of ...
MASON STUDENTS LEARN ABOUT SPORT OF FENCING
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Tacoma Public Schools issued the following news release: Students participating in Mason Middle School's SPARX program after school were treated to a demonstration of the sport of fencing by members of a local fencing group. Harald Hillemann, a fencer in his 80s, explained that the ...
NEWS TIPS FOR WEEK OF MARCH 25
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Tacoma Public Schools issued the following news release: FRANKLIN E.S. PRINCIPAL SELECTED AS REGIONAL DISTINGUISHED PRINICIPAL Glenda Blackburn, principal at Franklin Elementary School, was selected by her colleagues as a Washington State Regional Distinguished Principal. The ...
GEIGER HOLDS WEEKLY COFFEE BREAKS FOR PARENTS
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Tacoma Public Schools issued the following news release: Geiger Elementary School and its PTA are holding weekly Coffee Breaks on Tuesday afternoons at 3 p.m. in the volunteer portable as a way for parents and community people to meet Geiger staff members ....
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE STATEMENT ON PASSING OF POPE JOHN PAUL II
Apr 02, 2005 ... The Democratic National Committee issued the following statement: "Today we join citizens around the world in mourning the loss of Pope John Paul II. Throughout his life, the Pope fought for justice, peace and equality for all people. He served ...
AMERICANS REMAIN OPPOSED TO PRIVATIZATION
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: With the two week congressional recess ending today, Washington Republicans have found no change in the public's opposition to President Bush's Social Security privatization scheme. Public opinion polling confirms that ...
DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE REMEMBERS DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Democratic National Committee issued the following statement: Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chairman Governor Howard Dean issues the following statement: "37 years ago today, our nation lost a true champion and selfless human being - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I have ...
ABUSE OF POWER
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: As the Republican-controlled Congress returns to session on Monday, it seems clear that they will continue the abuses of power that they have pursued with reckless abandon up to this point. Republicans are planning to ...
RPA SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR COLLEGE REPUBLICANS, YOUNG REPUBLICANS
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Arkansas Republican Party issued the following news release: On Monday April 4, Republican Party Chairman Gilbert Baker issued applications for College Republicans and Young Republicans for college tuition costs. "The Republican Party of Arkansas is pleased to issue ...
DISTRICT CHAIRMEN ELECTED AT CONVENTIONS
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Georgia Republican Party issued the following news release: Georgia Republicans from across the state met in District Conventions Saturday, electing new district party leadership. Congratulations to the newly ...
REPUBLICAN PARTY OF FLORIDA MOURNS PASSING OF POPE JOHN PAUL II
Apr 02, 2005 ... The Florida Republican Party issued the following statement: Republican Party of Florida (RPOF) Chairman Carole Jean Jordan issued the following statement regarding the passing of Pope John Paul II: "Today, we join millions around the world who mourn the passing of one of the ...
CHAIRMAN KANE ISSUES STATEMENT ON PASSING OF POPE JOHN PAUL II
Apr 02, 2005 ... The Maryland Republican Party issued the following news release: Chairman John M. Kane released a statement this evening upon the announcement of the death of His Holiness, Pope John Paul II: "The passing of Pope John Paul II places a void in the hearts of all people of good ...
NEWS TIPS FOR WEEK OF APRIL 1
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Tacoma Public Schools issued the following news release: TACOMA SCHOOL BOARD TO VOLUNTEER ON PARKS APPRECIATION DAY Tacoma School Board members will help beautify and spruce up the Tacoma Nature Center and Snake Lake across from Foss High School on Saturday, April 23, for the ...
PARENT NIGHT SHOWCASE ANNOUNCED
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Richmond County Board of Education issued the following press release: The 21st Century Community Learning Center Program and the SCORE initiative participants are planning a "Parent Night Showcase" for Lucy C. Laney High School and its feeder schools Craig-Houghton, Hornsby ...
MEMBERS OF ACADEMY OF RICHMOND COUNTY MATH TEAM WIN 31ST ANNUAL NATIONAL SOCIETY OF BLACK ENGINEERS TRY-MATH-A-LON
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Richmond County Board of Education issued the following press release: Members of the Academy of Richmond County math team have won a national competition. Perry Zheng, Ebony Darden, Franklin Perrin, and Shannon Allums took first place in the 31st annual National Society of Black ...
COMMUNITY MEMBERS RECEIVE CONTRIBUTION TO PUBLIC EDUCATION AWARDS
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Glendale Union High School District issued the following news release: At the 2005 ASPRA*tions Awards Luncheon, several deserving community members nominated by the district received awards. The nominations were judged by out-of-state public relations officials. Janet Miller, ...
CONCERT UNDER THE STARS, AUCTION TO SUPPORT WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL BANDS, ORCHESTRA
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Glendale Union High School District issued the following news release: The Washington High School Wind Symphony, Orchestra and Jazz Band are tuning up for a spring extravaganza at their annual Concert Under the Stars on Friday, May 13, at 6:30 p.m. on the school campus at 2217 West ...
STUDENTS HONOR SURVIVORS, RAISE $120,000 FOR CANCER RESEARCH
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Glendale Union High School District issued the following news release: District students organized a Relay for Life event honoring survivors of cancer and promoting research for a cure for the disease. The second annual Dolores Jacobs / Thunderbird High School Relay for Life held on ...
COMMUNITY HAS SUFFERED GREAT LOSS WITH DEATH OF GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER BILL STOUT
Apr 01, 2005 ... The Glendale Union High School District issued the following news release: The district is sad to announce the passing of long-time governing board member and friend Bill Stout. Mr. Stout passed away on April 7, 2005 after a valiant battle with cancer. Bill Stout was a member of ...
SELDOVIA VILLAGE TRIBE QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER, APRIL 3
Apr 03, 2005 ... The Seldovia Village Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following newsletter: 2005 ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR The 2005 Annual Health Fair will be Saturday May 7, 2005. This event will take place in the Commons area at the Susan B. English School from 8am to ...
CHEROKEE YOUTH CHOSEN AS NATIONAL LEADER
Apr 06, 2005 ... The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Meaghan Williams, a citizen of the Cherokee Nation, was recently chosen to attend a national conference for young leaders. The Junior National Young Leaders Conference is an annual event ...
WILD ONION DINNER OFFERED BY CHEROKEE HERITAGE CENTER
Apr 06, 2005 ... The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Cherokee Heritage Center will host a wild onion fundraising dinner at the Tahlequah Community Building, Wednesday, April 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All proceeds will be used to help ...
WILL ROGERS DOWNS HOSTS HUNDREDS OF AIRSTREAMERS
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Cherokee Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: A steady stream of gleaming, silver, bullet-shaped recreational vehicles has invaded Claremore for a rally April 4-12. Will Rogers Downs will host a rally for owners of ...
ALBEMARLE COUNTY STUDENTS ARE HONORED FOR THEIR ART
Apr 06, 2005 ... The State of Virginia's Albemarle School District issued the following news release: Brian Natale, a student at Sutherland Middle School, and Aileen Keogh, a student at Western Albemarle High School, were named winners in the 2005 Virginia School Boards Association (VSBA) Regional Art ...
FOND DU LAC HUMAN SERVICES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROGRAM TO HOST AIMHAC 2005 AT BLACK BEAR HOTEL ON JUNE 15-17
Apr 06, 2005 ... The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Reservation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: GOAL: To increase knowledge and competency in providing and utilizing effective mental health services for American ...
REP. DAVIS ANNOUNCES STRONG FUNDRAISING IN FIRST SEVEN WEEKS OF CAMPAIGN
Apr 06, 2005 ... Jim Davis, a candidate for governor in Florida in 2006, issued the following campaign news release: Today, Rep. Jim Davis announced he has raised $419,251 in the seven weeks since he launched his gubernatorial campaign. Over 1,100 donors from 24 counties across the state have contributed ...
GOV. BUSH TO KEYNOTE 2005 STATE CONVENTION
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Georgia Republican Party issued the following news release: Florida Gov. Jeb Bush will deliver the keynote address to the 2005 Georgia Republican Party State Convention. The convention will take place in Savannah May 6-7. Governor Bush will speak Saturday ...
Q: WHY IS JON CORZINE LIKE A DUBBED FOREIGN FILM? A: BECAUSE THE WORDS COMING OUT OF HIS MOUTH DON'T MATCH THE ACTION ON THE SCREEN
Apr 04, 2005 ... The New Jersey Republican Party issued the following news release: "I don't approve of insider deals and pressure politics. I believe we ought to do things on their merits. That's the way I intend to be as governor and that's the way I've been as Senator." Scene fades out and ...
GOP INCREASES MAJORITY!
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Republican Party of Missouri issued the following news release: Gov. Matt Blunt hailed the Tuesday victories of Sen.-elect Bill Alter of Jefferson County and Rep.-elect Ryan Silvey of Clay County, saying that the double GOP victory is a clear sign of public backing for fiscal ...
NORTH DAKOTA DEMOCRATIC PARTY'S LEGISLATIVE UPDATE WEEK 13
Apr 04, 2005 ... The North Dakota Democratic Party issued the following news release: Bills Voted on in the House: SB 2001 An amendment placed on SB 2001 took many House of Representative members by surprise. SB 2001 amendments provide a pay raise of $10 per day to Legislators. An ...
GOV. HOEVEN SIGNS BILL TO ASSIST MANDAN REDEVELOPMENT EFFORTS
Apr 06, 2005 ... The North Dakota Republican Party issued the following news release: Gov. John Hoeven today, along with Mandan's legislators and mayor, held a press conference and ceremonial bill signing of House Bill 1279 at the Mandan Fire Station. The bill, passed by the North Dakota ...
SOUTH CAROLINA DEMOCRATIC PARTY RESPONDS TO GOV. SANFORD'S DECISION NOT TO RUN FOR PRESIDENT
Apr 06, 2005 ... The South Carolina Democratic Party issued the following statement: The following is a statement from South Carolina Democratic Party Executive Director Lachlan McIntosh concerning Gov. Mark Sanford's comments in today's Orangeburg Times and Democrat that he will "absolutely not" run for ...
SEN. COX'S COMMON-SENSE MEASURE ASKING VOTERS TO SHOW ID AT POLLS FALLS SHORT IN COMMITTEE
Apr 06, 2005 ... The California Republican Party issued the following press release: Sen. Dave Cox (R-Fair Oaks) said today that he was disappointed that his common-sense proposal to ask voters to show one of six possible forms of identification when going to their local polling place to vote in an ...
SOUTH CAROLINA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIRMAN ERWIN CALLS ON SANFORD TO SHOW SOME 'LEADERSHIP'
Apr 05, 2005 ... The South Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news release: Today at the State House, flanked by Democratic legislative leaders, South Carolina Democratic Party Chairman Joe Erwin called on Gov. Mark Sanford to show some of the "leadership" he promised in his campaign by ...
REP. CUMMINGS TO KEYNOTE SOUTH CARIOLINA DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION
Apr 06, 2005 ... The South Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news release: The South Carolina Democratic Party is pleased to announce that United States Rep. Elijah Cummings of Maryland will be the keynote speaker at the 2005 state Democratic Convention in Columbia. "Congressman ...
DEMOCRATS AGREE BUSH'S 2006 BUDGET IS DISASTER FOR COLORADO
Apr 06, 2005 ... The Colorado Democratic Party issued the following press release: Under the leadership of the Republican Party, America's deficit reached a record high $412 billion by the end of last year. Yesterday President Bush called upon members of Congress to reconcile their differences over ...
SCHOOL FINANCE BILL FORWARDED TO KANSAS SUPREME COURT
Apr 06, 2005 ... The Kansas Democratic Party issued the following statement: The following statement is from Gov. Kathleen Sebelius: "This afternoon, my chief counsel delivered HB 2247, the school finance bill, to the Supreme Court. As previously announced, I will allow this bill to become law ...
TEXAS DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIRMAN CALLS ON SEN. CORNYN
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Texas Democratic Party issued the text of the following letter: The Honorable John Cornyn United State senate Address Washington, DC ZIP Via Fax: 202-XXX-XXXX Dear Senator Cornyn: Like many Texans, I was appalled at your comments regarding the judiciary and the ...
COLORADO DEMOCRATIC PARTY WEEK IN REVIEW, APRIL 4
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Colorado Democratic Party issued the following press release: DEMS IN THE PRESS It was another great week for Democrats in Colorado. The theme in the press this week was that Democrats are doing things right and focusing on the issues Colorado voters care about and that the ...
WISCONSIN DEMOCRATIC PARTY LAUNCHES EFFORT TO PROTECT CITIZENS' RIGHT TO VOTE
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Wisconsin Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Democratic Party of Wisconsin today launched a significant effort to inform Wisconsin citizens about the increasing threat to their right to vote from Republicans in the Legislature. The Party is launching a ...
GOV. EHRLICH'S GOP ATTACK MACHINE STRIKES AGAIN
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Maryland Democratic Party issued the following news release: In today's Baltimore Sun, John Kane, Gov. Ehrlich's hand-picked GOP Party Chair, called Democratic leaders in Maryland "left leaning liberal bastards" and "bozos," and suggested that they "grow up" rather than continue to ...
ONCE AGAIN, MOVEON.ORG ERRONEOUSLY ATTACKS
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Maine Republican Party issued the following news release: "It's no surprise that Democrats and left-wing organizations like MoveOn.org oppose efforts to confirm well qualified judicial nominees. The blatant inaccuracy of their claims, however, is nothing short of laughable ....
REP. SCHWARZ PRAISES RULING ON BALLAST-WATER RELEASE
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Michigan Republican Party issued the following news release: Rep. Joe Schwarz (R-Battle Creek) praised a federal judge's ruling that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is not allowed to exempt ship operators from clean-water regulations when they release ballast water. Ships ...
LEGISLATORS APPLAUD COURT RULING PROTECTING GREAT LAKES FROM ATTACK
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Michigan Republican Party issued the following news release: Senate Majority Leader Ken Sikkema and Sen. Patty Birkholz today applauded a federal court ruling that says the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency can no longer exempt ship operators from discharging ballast water ...
MICHIGAN REPUBLICAN PARTY CHAIRMAN COMMENTS ON SEN. STABENOW'S ROADBLOCK TO SOCIAL SECURITY REFORMS
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Michigan Republican Party issued the following news release: Michigan Republican Party Chairman Saulius "Saul" Anuzis today wondered if Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) would stop playing partisan games and get to work for Michigan's families. "Debbie Stabenow is a hypocrite," ...
NORTH CAROLINA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR NAMES VALAND AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Apr 04, 2005 ... The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news release: Today, North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Jerry Meek announced that he has named Caroline Valand as Executive Director of the state Party. Valand will replace Scott Falmlen, who announced in February that he is ...
GOV. EASLEY APPOINTS JONES TO FILL 7TH DISTRICT HOUSE SEAT
Apr 05, 2005 ... The North Carolina Democratic Party issued the following news release: Gov. Mike Easley today appointed Edward Walter Jones to the North Carolina House of Representatives 7th District seat. Jones was recommended by the 7th District Democratic Executive Committee to fill the unexpired ...
SCOTTSDALE SCHOOLS INVITE COMMUNITY TO PARENT/TEACHER ACADEMY
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Scottsdale Unified School District issued the following news release: Scottsdale Unified School District invites parents, teachers, administrators and community members to attend a Parent/Teacher Academy workshop entitled I wasn't trying to kill myself - A Narrative of Adolescent ...
INGLESIDE, CORONADO STUDENTS EXPRESS THEMSELVES WITH BARE YOUR SOLE PROJECT
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Scottsdale Unified School District issued the following news release: From flip flops to heels to tennis shoes, 95 students in Shirley Johnson's eighth grade Language Arts and Humanities class at Ingleside Middle School are reflecting on their elementary and middle school days by ...
DAKOTAH PARKWAY TO BE REROUTED
Apr 05, 2005 ... The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux (Dakota) Community, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Dakotah Parkway which runs between County Road 42 and County Road 83 will be rerouted in the upcoming months to improve traffic control and access for ...
CHAIRMAN FRAZIER TO TESTIFY BEFORE HOUSE APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE REGARDING FISCAL 2006 BUDGET
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Cheyenne River Sioux, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: Chairman Frazier has been notified that he is one of 30 tribal leaders nation wide who has been selected to testify before the House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on ...
CHEYENNE RIVER SIOUX TRIBE'S RELATIONSHIP TO SI TANKA UNIVERSITY
Apr 04, 2005 ... The Cheyenne River Sioux, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Government and its Tribal Administration fully support the efforts of Si Tanka University (STU) to remain in operation. Tribal leaders are very ...
SOUTH CAROLINA REPUBLICAN PARTY ANNOUNCES STAFF CHANGES
Apr 07, 2005 ... The South Carolina Republican Party issued the following news release: Katon Dawson, Chairman of the South Carolina Republican Party, announced today that Luke Byars will be leaving the State Party as Executive Director and taking a new position as State Director of Sen. Jim DeMint's ...
REP. RICHARDS TO BE CHALLENGED BY JB HINES IN 2006
Apr 06, 2005 ... The Kentucky Republican Party issued the following news release: On April 4, 2005, J.B. Hines announced his intent to seek the office of the 20th District State Representative in 2006. "Warren County is hungry for new leadership," Hines said announcing his intent. "Jody Richards ...
GOV. EHRLICH 'NOT ENTHUSIASTIC' ABOUT RAISING MINIMUM WAGE?
Apr 06, 2005 ... The Maryland Democratic Party issued the following news release: Today's news that the Maryland Senate approved a $1/hour increase in the minimum wage drew a distressing response from Gov. Ehrlich's spokesman - the Governor is "not enthusiastic" about the increase and prefers that such ...