US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Friday, January 20:
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ISSUES NOTICE REGARDING AIR POLLUTION CONTROL IN ARIZONA
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued the following public notice: The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has reached a preliminary determination and is proposing to issue Air Quality Control Permit No. 31762 to Weyerhaeuser Company for the continued ...
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ISSUES NOTICE REGARDING AIR POLLUTION CONTROL IN ARIZONA
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued the following public notice: The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has reached a preliminary determination and is proposing to issue Air Quality Control Renewal Permit No. 33500 to the Arizona Public Service Company ...
ROANOKE POLICE DEPARTMENT CONDUCTS RADAR ENFORCEMENT
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Police Department is responding to citizens concerns over speeding. Beginning the week of Jan. 22, 2006 officers will conduct radar enforcement in the following ...
ROANOKE POLICE DEPARTMENT ENHANCES SAFETY IN VALLEY VIEW MALL AREA
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Police Department is increasing patrols in the Valley View Mall area in response to a recent incident of a large crowd of juveniles creating a disorder. Juveniles often gather at the Valley View Mall, which provides ...
GOV. KAINE ANNOUNCES $30.8 MILLION INVESTMENT BY MENNEL MILLING FOR ROANOKE COUNTY
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Virginia Economic Development Partnership issued the following news release: Gov. Timothy M. Kaine today announced that The Mennel Milling Company, a milling operation in the Roanoke area for 32 years, will invest $30.8 million to move the company's facility to Roanoke County from ...
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE: FILE YOUR TAXES FOR FREE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Wisconsin Department of Revenue issued the following news release: File your taxes the quick, easy and free way with Free-File, the electronic way to file your state taxes. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue encourages everyone to e-file for several reasons: * Rapid ...
CAPITOL CONNECTION, JAN. 14-20
Jan 20, 2006 ... Rep. Gary Miller, R-Calif. (42nd CD), issued the following newsletter: House Likely to Tighten Lobbying Rules House Republicans this week unveiled a number of proposals to tighten rules governing lawmakers. These include: * Banning or strictly regulating privately ...
CITY OF VALDOSTA ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT WILL INSTALL A 3-WAY STOP AT BUNCHE DRIVE, BUNCHE CIRCLE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Valdosta issued the following press release: The City of Valdosta Engineering Department will install a 3-way stop at Bunche Drive and Bunche Circle. Installation work will begin Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 9 a.m. Motorists are asked to use caution while driving in this ...
FORMS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFYING SENIOR CITIZENS TO REGISTER FOR 2006 SENIOR HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Peachtree City issued the following press release: The City of Peachtree City has forms available for qualifying senior citizens to register for the 2006 Senior Homestead Exemption. The annual exemption, which applies to Peachtree City homeowners age 65 and over who earn less ...
HONEST LEADERSHIP AND OPEN GOVERNMENT
Jan 20, 2006 ... House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., issued the following newsletter: Democrats Introduce Honest Leadership, Open Government Act On Wednesday, Democrats across America joined together to restore truth and trust to government, and to clean up the Republican culture of ...
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF REGULATION AND LICENSING ISSUES ORDER REGARDING DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS AGAINST CAROL MAJEROWSKI
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing issued the following orders: IN THE MATTER OF THE DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS AGAINST CAROL MAJEROWSKI, RN RESPONDENT ORDER GRANTING STAY OF SUSPENSION LS0309054NUR To: Carol Majerowski 2735 W. Green Tree ...
ST. ELIZABETH HEALTH SERVICES, BAKER COUNTY PARTNER TO DISTRIBUTE FLU VACCINE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Baker County government issued the following news release: The Baker County Health Department is pleased to announce its partnership with St. Elizabeth Health Services to distribute additional flu vaccine for adults and children over four years of age. St. Elizabeth Health Services ...
CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S ASSISTANT EARNS PROMOTION
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Alpharetta issued the following press release: Effective Jan. 1, 2006, the Assistant to the City Administrator, Robbie Rokovitz, was promoted to Assistant City Administrator. Mr. Rokovitz was hired by the City Administrator, Bob Regus, in February 2000. His initial ...
HIGHLIGHTS OF COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING, JAN. 23
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Chapel Hill issued the following press release: The Chapel Hill Town Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23, in Town Hall, 405 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., to consider an agenda that includes the following highlights. Public attendance is welcome. Council meetings are ...
PHYSICAL THERAPISTS LICENSE RENEWAL DEADLINE TRANSFERS TO FEB. 1
Jan 20, 2006 ... The New Mexico Department of Regulations and Licensing issued the following news release: The state Physical Therapy Board today announced its annual license renewal date is transferring from June 1st to February 1, 2006, for all physical therapists and physical therapist assistants ...
BLUE SPRINGS SELECTS NEW ASSISTANT CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Blue Springs issued the following news release: The City of Blue Springs, Mo. has selectedhired Todd Pelham as theits its new assistant city administrator. Pelham most recently worked as a senior management analyst/capital improvement coordinator for the County Manager's ...
CARY TO HOLD INFORMATION SESSION ON DRAFT OF PART 2 OF ANNEXATION PROGRAM DOCUMENT
Jan 20, 2006 ... The town of Cary issued the following press release: The Town of Cary continues its month-long comment period on a draft of Part 2 of a proposed annexation document Tuesday night with a public information open house where citizens can review a list and map of specific parcels that the ...
MASSACHUSETTS WORKPLACE INJURIES BELOW NATIONAL AVERAGE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Department of Labor issued the following news release: The Massachusetts Division of Occupational Safety today announced newly released 2004 data on workplace illness and injury rates that shows the state below the national average and best among reporting New England ...
GOV. KULONGOSKI ANNOUNCES HEAD OF OREGON PATHWAYS TO ADVANCEMENT
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Worksource Oregon issued the following news release: Gov. Ted Kulongoski announced the appointment Thursday of Mimi Maduro as director of Oregon's Pathways to Advancement Initiative, a program that gives students the kind of training they need to make the transition into good jobs ...
RALEIGH WOMAN PLEADS GUILTY TO STATE TAX CHARGES
Jan 20, 2006 ... The North Carolina Department of Revenue issued the following news release: A Raleigh woman pleaded guilty Friday in Wake County District Court to tax charges filed by the North Carolina Department of Revenue. Maria L. Huntley, 41, of 7620 Graylyn Drive, Raleigh pleaded guilty ...
FORSYTH COUNTY BUSINESS OWNER PLEADS GUILTY TO STATE TAX CHARGES
Jan 20, 2006 ... The North Carolina Department of Revenue issued the following news release: A Forsyth County business owner pleaded guilty recently to charges filed by the North Carolina Department of Revenue. Timothy Harbor of 3144 Presley Drive, Winston-Salem pleaded guilty on Jan. 12, 2006 to ...
BUNCOMBE COUNTY BUSINESSMAN PLEADS GUILTY OF STATE TAX CHARGES
Jan 20, 2006 ... The North Carolina Department of Revenue issued the following news release: A Buncombe County businessman pleaded guilty Friday in Wake County District Court to tax charges filed by the North Carolina Department of Revenue. Robert Alan Sheppard, 45, of 100 Central Ave., ...
VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR RECREATIONAL LANDS COMMITTEE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Clatsop County government issued the following news release: The citizen advisory group that helps plan the future of Clatsop County parks has three seats open. Individuals interested in serving on the Clatsop County Recreational Lands Planning Advisory can submit ...
WATERCOLOR ARTISTS FEATURED IN NEW ARTS ACTION ALLIANCE EXHIBIT IN CLACKAMAS COUNTY
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Clackamas County government issued the following news release: "The Promise of Spring: Watercolors of the NW" is the theme of the new art exhibit in the fourth floor Skylight Gallery at Clackamas County's Sunnybrook Service Center, 9101 SE Sunnybrook Blvd., Clackamas. Four Clackamas ...
FLOOD INSURANCE RIDER WOULD PROVIDE ELEVATION FUNDS
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Transportion and Development issued the following press release: If you're a homeowner who has flood insurance and whose property was substantially damaged by flood in hurricanes Katrina or Rita, you could be eligible for up to $30,000 in additional funds to ...
PRAIRIE GRASS TRANSPLANTING UNDER WAY
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Transportion and Development issued the following press release: The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is partnering with four other agencies to transplant prairie grasses along the west side of U.S. 165 south of Fenton today and ...
DOWNTOWN PROPERTY OWNERS TO RECEIVE REFUND FROM EVENTS CENTER CONSTRUCTION TAX-EXEMPT BONDS
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Reno issued the following news release: Some downtown property owners should check their mailbox over the next couple of days. They will receive a letter from the City of Reno with some good news. In 2002, the Reno City Council created a special assessment district ...
BURNET AVENUE WILL BE CLOSED BETWEEN ERICKSON STREET, ABERDEEN TERRACE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The mayor of Syracuse issued the following press release: Due to a sewer break Burnet Avenue will be closed between Erickson Street and Aberdeen Terrace. Onondaga County work crews anticipate the road to be ...
ASSEMBLYMAN THIELE SUPPORTS ELIMINATION OF WICKS LAW
Jan 20, 2006 ... Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele Jr., R-Sag Harbor (2nd District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele, Jr. (R,I,WF-Sag Harbor) today said he favors eliminating a provision in the Wicks Law that requires municipalities and school districts to employ four separate, ...
ASSEMBLYMAN REILICH WANTS MEGAN'S LAW SUCCESS FOR CIVIL CONFINEMENT POLICY
Jan 20, 2006 ... Assemblyman Bill Reilich, R-Greece (134th District), issued the following press release: In the wake of state Legislature passage of Megan's Law enhancements, Assemblyman Bill Reilich (R,I,C-Greece) joined Minority Leader Jim Tedisco (R,C,I-Schenectady-Saratoga) in calling for a joint ...
National Credit Union Foundation Welcomes 2 New Board Members
Jan 20, 2006 ... The National Credit Union Foundation issued the following news release: Gregoire and Radebaugh Join All-Volunteer Board At an eventful 2006 annual meeting, the National Credit Union Foundation Board welcomed two newly elected members, reelected three incumbents, and reappointed ...
Bellco Credit Union Invests $10 million with Community Investment Fund
Jan 20, 2006 ... The National Credit Union Foundation issued the following news release: Bellco Credit Union recently reinvested $10 million into a 3-year fixed rate CD with the Community Investment Fund (CIF), a fund that directly supports the efforts of credit unions through community grants and ...
MAYOR PROPOSES RAPP ROAD LANDFILL EXPANSION
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Albany issued the following press release: The City of Albany is proposing to expand the existing Rapp Road Landfill in order to continue to meet the solid waste disposal needs of City residents and businesses as well as the communities that make up the regional solid waste ...
ASSEMBLYMAN RAIA, ASSEMBLY MINORITY BEGIN PUSH FOR CIVIL CONFINEMENT
Jan 20, 2006 ... Assemblyman Andrew Raia, R-East Northport (9th District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Andrew Raia (R,C,I,WF-Northport) today announced his strong support for an Assembly minority-backed bill that would require the civil confinement of sexually violent predators after ...
OREGON TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION APPROVES NEXT STEP IN EXAMINING FEASIBILITY OF THREE LARGE HIGHWAY PROJECTS
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Transportation issued the following news release: The Oregon Transportation Commission on Wednesday approved the Oregon Department of Transportation's request to proceed with pre-development work on three significant highway projects in partnership with the ...
CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN ON REPLACEMENT OF 20TH STREET VIADUCT DRAINAGE PUMPS ON JAN. 23
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Huntington issued the following press release: Construction will begin on the replacement of the 20th Street Viaduct drainage pumps on Monday January 23, 2006. The Project is expected to be completed by Saturday January 28, 2006. The replacement and repair of the ...
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO VARNELL AVENUE FIRE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a residential structure fire on Jan. 20, 2006 at 1459 Varnell Ave. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 11:59 p.m. and was quickly under control at ...
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO THOMASON ROAD FIRE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a residential structure fire on Jan. 20, 2006 at 1336 Thomason Rd. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 2:16 p.m. and was quickly under control at 2:36 ...
OREGON SMOKE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETS JAN. 23
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Forestry issued the following news release: The Smoke Management Advisory Committee will hold its first meeting 8 a.m. to noon Monday, Jan. 23 in the Clatsop Room - Administration Building C, at the Oregon Department of Forestry headquarters office, 2600 State ...
HEALTH OFFICIAL: GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO PROMOTE HEALTHY SMILES ON NATIONAL CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH
Jan 20, 2006 ... The South Dakota Department of Health issued the following news release: February is National Children's Dental Health Month, a great opportunity to promote healthy smiles, says a state health official. "Tooth decay is preventable so it is possible to reach adulthood without ...
DEBUYS, EISENHOWER CROSSINGS TO TEMPORARILY CLOSE FOR UPGRADES
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: CSX has notified the City of Biloxi that on Monday at 7 a.m. it will close the rail crossings at DeBuys Road and Eisenhower Drive in west Biloxi for as long as 48 hours in order to make storm-related repairs. The work is part ...
CHILDREN'S MARDI GRAS PARADE SET FOR FEB. 25
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: The City of Biloxi and the Mardi Gras Museum invite children ages 12 and under to participate in the annual children's Mardi Gras walking parade, which takes place Saturday, Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. in downtown Biloxi. This is a non ...
LABOR DEPARTMENT TO HOST SECOND LOWE'S JOB FAIR
Jan 20, 2006 ... Louisiana Works issued the following press release: The Louisiana Department of Labor's New Iberia Job Center will once again host a two-day job fair for Lowe's Home Improvement Center from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Wed., January 25 and Thurs., January 26 at 124 E. Main St. About 115 ...
CITY COUNCIL RESULTS, JAN. 18
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Chesterfield issued the following news release: Results of the January 18, 2006 City Council Meeting City Council Actions: * Approved award of a contract to Midwest Equipment Company, for the purchase of two deep fryers for use at concession stands, located at ...
ST. PETERS WINS TIF LAWSUIT; COURT RULES ST. PETERS ACTIONS CONSTITUTIONAL
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of St. Peters issued the following news release: The Circuit Court in Cole County, Missouri has ruled in favor of the City of St. Peters on ten counts of a lawsuit filed by the Great Rivers Habitat Alliance, St. Charles County, the Adolphus A. Busch Revocable Living Trust, ...
STATE BEGINS CONSTRUCTION ON SILVER LAKE WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS IN WILMINGTON
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation issued the following news release: Despite the wintry weather, construction is in progress on the first of two demonstration projects to reduce stormwater pollution running into Silver Lake in Wilmington. The projects, sponsored ...
STATE ACCEPTING BIDS FOR THIRD-PARTY OPERATION
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation issued the following news release: The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) announces they are accepting written proposals for the operation of the Schooner Ernestina (located at the New Bedford State ...
OGDEN CITY TO HOST PAIR OF MEETINGS TO DISCUSS GOALS FOR END OF FISCAL YEAR
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Ogden issued the following news release: Ogden City is hosting two meetings for the City's Annual Action Plan for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The first meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 26, 2006 and will be held at Central Middle ...
UNDERGROUND UTILITY INSTALLATION EXPECTED TO SLOW TRAFFIC ON SPARKS BOULEVARD
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Sparks issued the following news release: As part of a street widening project, Granite Construction Company will begin installing new underground utilities along Sparks Boulevard between Pyramid Highway and Los Altos Parkway on Monday, January 23, 2006, at 7 ...
CITY OF SPARKS ANNOUNCES TONY ARMSTRONG MEMORIAL BLOOD DRIVE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Sparks issued the following news release: In honor of the late Tony Armstrong, the City of Sparks is sponsoring a blood drive on Wednesday, February 1, 2006."Tony was a strong advocate of community blood drives and knew the value of donating one's blood to save lives," ...
FEB. 22 IS DUE DATE TO SUBMIT VERIFICATION SUMMARY REPORT
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Education issued the following news announcement: TO: Sponsors of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) RE: Summary of Verification Report Due date: February 22, 2006 Federal law requires schools and institutions participating in the National ...
CITY BUDGET HEARINGS BEGIN FEB. 7
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Dubuque issued the following news release: The Dubuque City Council will hold a series of six public hearings to review City department/division budget details as part of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2007 Budget review process. The Council will then hold a public hearing on March 2 ...
CITY SEEKS RESIDENTS INTERESTED IN VETERANS PARK
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Eden Prairie issued the following news release: The City of Eden Prairie is interested in hearing from residents that may be interested in serving on an ad-hoc committee to consider a Veterans Park in the City. "The idea of a Veterans Park in Eden Prairie has been ...
ROAD CONSTRUCTION - CAPITOL STREET
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Iowa City issued the following news release: Weather permitting, on Wednesday, January 25, 2006, Capitol Street will be closed to through traffic from Burlington Street to Washington Street. This road closure is to facilitate the placement of a crane to enable the ...
FEB. 3 DEADLINE FOR POEM SUBMISSIONS TO IOWA CITY'S POETRY IN PUBLIC PROJECT
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Iowa City issued the following news release: Poetry submissions are being accepted through February 3 for Iowa City's Poetry in Public project. Published and unpublished poets in Johnson County are invited to submit their poems for consideration. The project ...
STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION APPROVES FUEL RATE INCREASE FOR APPALACHIAN POWER
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Virginia State Corporation Commission issued the following news release: The State Corporation Commission (SCC) has confirmed an 8.1 percent fuel rate increase for Appalachian Power Company. Appalachian customers have been paying higher interim rates since January 1, 2006 ....
PROVIDENCE POLICE TO LAUNCH AGGRESSIVE RECRUITMENT DRIVE
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Providence issued the following press release: Mayor David N. Cicilline and Colonel Dean M. Esserman will announce details of the Providence Police Department's Recruitment Drive for the upcoming Police Academy at news conference on Friday, January 20 at 1 p.m. at the Public Safety ...
PROVIDENCE POLICE EXPAND RECRUITMENT EFFORTS FOR UPCOMING POLICE ACADEMY
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Providence issued the following press release: Mayor David N. Cicilline and Providence Police Colonel Dean M. Esserman today launched a comprehensive Police Recruitment campaign designed to make the Police Department more representative of the community it serves. City officials ...
REWARD OFFERED FOR SHOOTING OF BALD EAGLE IN HOPKINS COUNTY
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources issued the following press release: A $1,000 reward is being offered to anyone with knowledge that leads to the conviction of the person who shot a bald eagle sometime around January 12, 2006 in the Browder Church Road area of ...
BROKEN ARROW POLICE DEPARTMENT HOSTS EXPLOSIVE AWARENESS SCHOOL
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Broken Arrow issued the following news release: The Broken Arrow Police Department will be hosting an 8-hour CLEET accredited Basic Explosive Awareness school. Second Lieutenant T. Metzger with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol will be teaching the course. This course will teach ...
Space Foundation Accepting Applications for Lucy Enos Memorial Scholarship for Teachers
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Space Foundation issued the following news release: Applications for the Lucy Enos Memorial Scholarship for Teachers are due to the Space Foundation by April 14, 2006. Eligible applicants include any credentialed teacher working with students pre-kindergarten through 12th grade who ...
Space Foundation Accepting Applications for Teacher Liaison Program
Jan 20, 2006 ... The Space Foundation issued the following news release: The Space Foundation is accepting applications for its prestigious Teacher Liaison program. Applications are due to the Space Foundation by Feb. 24, 2006. Space Foundation Teacher Liaisons serve as an active link between the Space ...
GLENDALE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION 2006 RUTH BYRNE HISTORIC PRESERVATION AWARD NOMINATIONS
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Glendale issued the following news release: The city of Glendale Historic Preservation Commission is requesting nominations for the tenth annual Ruth Byrne Historic Preservation Award. The nominations are due by March 3, 2006. The award recognizes outstanding ...
COMMUNITY MEETING SCHEDULED FOR 59TH AVENUE PROJECT
Jan 20, 2006 ... The city of Glendale issued the following news release: Residents are invited to a community meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 1 to review project plans on street improvements for 59th Ave. from Deer Valley (Melinda Lane) to Pinnacle Peak Road. The open house will be ...
ASSEMBLYMAN SALADINO VICTORIOUS IN MEGAN'S LAW ACCORD, TURNS TO FIGHTING FOR CIVIL CONFINEMENT
Jan 20, 2006 ... Assemblyman Joseph S. Saladino, R-Massapequa (12th District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Joseph Saladino (R,C,I-Massapequa) claimed victory in Wednesday's passage of a new and tougher Megan's Law to further protect New York's families and is turning his attention to ...