US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Tuesday, January 31:
ROANOKE POLICE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATES ROBBERY ATTEMPT
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a robbery attempt that occurred on January 30, 2006. Officers were called at 10:45 p.m. to the Stop In, in the 4800 block of Williamson Rd., NW. A clerk stated that a white male walked ...
REP. LUCAS RESPONDS TO PRESIDENT'S STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS
Jan 31, 2006 ... Rep. Frank Lucas, R-Okla. (3rd CD), issued the following statement: U.S. Third District Rep. Frank Lucas made the following statement after attending President Bush's State of the Union speech tonight: "I've come to expect a message of optimistic leadership from President Bush's ...
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION'S DIVISION OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS ISSUES DECISION TO REVIEW WASHINGTON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES' DECISION, JAN. 31
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Wisconsin Department of Administration's Division of Hearings and Appeals issued the following decision: In the Matter of (petitioner) DECISION MDV-66/72353 PRELIMINARY RECITALS Pursuant to a petition filed September 16, 2005, under Wis. Stat ....
OKLAHOMA AGRITOURISM EXPERTS, PROMOTERS SCHEDULE WORKSHOPS ACROSS STATE TO PROMOTE AGRITOURISM
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry issued the following news release: Oklahoma agritourism experts and promoters will begin a series of workshops beginning February 21 and continuing through the end of March, according to Oklahoma Agritourism Director, Francie ...
CITY AWARDED SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT GRANT
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Greenwood issued the following press release: The City of Greenwood has been awarded a South Carolina Department of Transportation - Transportation Enhancement Program (TEP) Grant in the amount of $200,000 for Uptown Greenwood Phase II - Crosswalks. The City proposes to ...
VALDOSTA FIRE DEPARTMENT TO HOST 3RD ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Valdosta issued the following press release: The Third Annual Chili Cook-Off, sponsored by the City of Valdosta Fire Department, is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 25, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., on the campus of Valdosta Technical College. All proceeds will go to the American Cancer ...
MAYOR FRETTI TO PROCLAIM FEB. 3 AS 'WEAR RED FOR WOMEN' DAY
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Valdosta issued the following press release: Mayor John Fretti will proclaim Friday, February 3, "Wear Red for Women" Day in front of Valdosta City Hall at 10 a.m. "Wear Red for Women" Day urges Valdosta citizens to show their support in the fight against heart ...
REP. CARTER APPLAUDS SENATE CONFIRMATION OF JUDGE ALITO TO SUPREME COURT
Jan 31, 2006 ... Rep. John R. Carter, R-Texas (31st CD), issued the following statement: Rep. John Carter (TX-31) made the following statement after the Senate confirmed Samuel Alito's nomination to the Supreme Court this morning: "I applaud my colleagues in the Senate for confirming Judge ...
REP. CARTER REACTION TO PRESIDENT'S STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS
Jan 31, 2006 ... Rep. John R. Carter, R-Texas (31st CD), issued the following statement: Rep. John R. Carter made the following statement in response to the President's State of the Union address: "The President laid out an optimistic and clear path to keeping our nation great. America is the ...
EQUESTRIAN MANAGER APPOINTED TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Alpharetta issued the following press release: Alpharetta Equestrian Center Manager, Matt Casey, attended the 2006 League of Agriculture and Equine Centers annual symposium in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and returned home as a member of the Board of Directors. The League ...
PARENTS, TOTS INVITED TO EXPERIENCE FUN, FITNESS OF STROLLER STRIDES AT FREE OPEN HOUSE ON FEB. 27
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Alpharetta issued the following press release: On Monday, Feb. 27th, parents and tots are invited to experience the fun and fitness of Stroller Strides at the free Open House. Sponsored by Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department, Stroller Strides is a unique total ...
CITY OF GREENVILLE TO PRESENT KEY TO THE CITY TO TOM JOYNER
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Greenville issued the following press release: The City of Greenville will present Tom Joyner of the Tom Joyner Morning Radio Show with a proclamation and key to the City, during a luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Friday, February 3 at 11:00 a.m. The City ...
DISTRICT COURT CHIEF JUSTICE CONNOLLY ISSUES ORDER ESTABLISHING FIREARM SESSION OF LYNN DISTRICT COURT
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Court System issued the following news release: District Court Chief Justice Lynda M. Connolly has issued an Order Establishing a Firearm Session of the Lynn District Court. Beginning on February 1, 2006, a dedicated session at the Peabody District Court will be devoted ...
BROCKTON TRIAL COURT RENAMED GEORGE N. COVETT COURTHOUSE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Court System issued the following news release: More than two hundred members of the community joined judicial leaders, judges, lawyers, legislators, state officials, and court employees to celebrate the renaming of the Brockton Trial Court as the George N. Covett ...
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY - SIGN UP FOR THE CARY CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY
Jan 31, 2006 ... The town of Cary issued the following press release: The Town of Cary 's Police Department will conduct its next Citizen Police Academy March 1 - May 10, 2006 with classes meeting each Wednesday from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. The free, 11-week program covers topics such as criminal and ...
CITY ACQUIRES SITE FOR NEW CITY HALL
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Wildwood issued the following news release: For several years the acquisition of a new municipal facility to house governmental services and civic activities has been identified as a community objective. The current municipal offices located at 16962 Manchester Road are in a leased ...
U.S. DIRECTOR OF HOMELESSNESS COUNCIL PRAISES CITY-COUNTY STEERING COMMITTEE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Fayetteville issued the following press release: Philip Mangano, the executive director of the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH), praised local officials and agencies Tuesday for the community inclusiveness of the Fayetteville-Cumberland County 10-Year ...
SOCCER: A WHOLE NEW GAME IN BOSSIER CITY
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Bossier City issued the following news release: The Bossier Parks and Recreation Department is for the first time offering soccer as part of its youth sports program. The inaugural season starts April 22, 2006. Registration runs March 1, 2006 until March 25, 2006. Teams will ...
CUSTOMERS RESPONSE BETTER THAN EXPECTATIONS TO WILSON CITY HALL AT THE MALL
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Wilson issued the following press release: Response to City Hall at the Mall has been even better than expected so far. From December 8-31, - the first month the storefront was open - 125 people walked in to pay their utility bills. More than 3,000 people called the ...
LES WHITE NAMED AS INTERIM CITY MANAGER
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of San Jose issued the following news release: Former San José city manager Les White was picked by the city council today to return to the post he retired from eleven years ago and run the city's day-to-day operations until the council selects a long-term replacement for ...
2005: RECORD YEAR FOR $4.95-BILLION-NEW MEXICO TOURISM INDUSTRY, FILLED WITH SUCCESSFUL NEW VENTURES
Jan 31, 2006 ... The New Mexico Department of Tourism issued the following news release: "2005 was a record year for the New Mexico tourism industry," said Michael Cerletti, secretary of the New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) at a press conference today (January 30, 2006) in Santa Fe. "More accurate - ...
HIGH PLAINS MEETS LUSH RAINFOREST WITH ROLLING RAINFOREST EXHIBIT TOUR
Jan 31, 2006 ... The New Mexico Department of Tourism issued the following news release: See strangler fig trees, smell vanilla orchids, touch a real stream, spy parrots in the treetops and experience the climate of the rainforest - all without leaving the Land of Enchantment. For the first time ...
LIST TO BE NEXT LITTLE ROCK PARKS LEADER NARROWED TO THREE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Little Rock issued the following news release: Three individuals are one step closer to being named the new Director for Little Rock Parks and Recreation. After interviewing eight candidates this month, City Manager Bruce Moore has announced three finalists. In ...
GOV. ROMNEY ADMINISTRATION SENDS T POWER STATION TO NEW ORLEANS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Executive Office of Transportation issued the following news release: The Romney Administration has directed the MBTA to dispatch its mobile power substation to the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (NORTA) to help reopen a large portion of one of the city's three ...
HICKORY CREWS COLLECT 5,380 TONS OF YARD WASTE THUS FAR THIS SEASON
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Hickory issued the following press release: City of Hickory Public Service crews have collected 5,380 tons of tree limbs and loose leaves over the last three months. The public service crews, which include the solid waste and street divisions of the City, have ...
ONE STABBED VICTIM RELEASED FROM HOSPITAL
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Clackamas County government issued the following news release: Detectives have advised that the adult stabbing victim, Steven Michael Totten, 18, of Milwaukie, was released from OHSU last night after being treated for a stab wound. The seventeen-year-old victim remains hospitalized ...
OREGON SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIP HOSTS WORKSHOP ON NEW FOREST ECONOMY
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Clackamas County government issued the following news release: The Oregon Science and Technology Partnership (OSTP) will present the first event of its 2006 Knowledge Connection Workshop series, The New Forest Economy, on Wednesday; Feb. 22, at no charge. The workshop will focus on ...
TARGET DONATION GIVES RENO POLICE ANOTHER INVESTIGATIVE TOOL
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Reno issued the following news release: The Financial Crimes Unit of the Reno Police Department will soon have another tool in its crime fighting arsenal, thanks to a $500.00 grant from Target Stores. The grant is being used to purchase a video camera that can be used ...
RENO FIREFIGHTERS QUICKLY EXTINGUISH MODULAR CLASSROOM FIRE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Reno issued the following news release: Reno firefighters early this morning quickly extinguished a fire that broke out in a modular classroom at Glenn Duncan Elementary School at 1200 Montello Street. Smoke and heat coming from the fire in the roof and attic area ...
ASSEMBLY PASSES BILL REQUIRING INSURANCE DEPARTMENT REVIEW, APPROVAL OF HEALTH INSURANCE RATE HIKES
Jan 31, 2006 ... Assemblyman Alexander B. Pete Grannis, D-Manhattan (65th District), issued the following press release: Health insurance rate increases would be publicly aired and subject to prior approval by the State Insurance Department under legislation, unanimously passed today by the Assembly, ...
NORTH CAROLINA MUSEUM OF HISTORY OFFERS AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY TOUR
Jan 31, 2006 ... The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources issued the following news release: Celebrate Black History Month with a guided tour highlighting the contributions of African Americans to North Carolina history. The N.C. Museum of History in Raleigh will offer African American history ...
ASSEMBLYMAN MILLER REMINDS STUDENTS TO VOTE FOR STATE REPTILE
Jan 31, 2006 ... Assemblyman Joel M. Miller, R-Poughkeepsie (102nd District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Joel M. Miller (R,C-Poughkeepsie) today reminded school administrators and students in his district and across the state that there is still time for children to cast their votes ...
OUACHITA PARISH MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO ILLEGAL HUNTING
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: An Ouachita Parish man pled guilty in the 3rd District Court in Union Parish for illegal hunting charges on Jan. 18. Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents ...
METAIRIE MAN CITED FOR FEDERAL HUNTING VIOLATIONS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Agents from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division cited a Jefferson Parish man for taking over the limit of ducks, hunting ducks during illegal hours, hunting ducks ...
GOOSE HUNT LEADS TO CITATIONS AND ARREST
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents cited two men in Vermilion Parish for violations of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act on Jan. 18. Agents cited Glennward ...
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES AGENTS CITE THREE MEN IN ACADIA PARISH FOR MULTIPLE MIGRATORY BIRD VIOLATIONS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents cited three men in Acadia Parish for allegedly violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act on Jan. 18. The agents seized a total ...
YOUTH OUTDOOR JOURNALISM CONTEST BEGINS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: The Louisiana Outdoor Writers Association (LOWA) and Safari Club International (SCI) will sponsor the 2006 Youth Outdoor Journalism Contest with support from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and ...
OYSTER FISHERMEN CITED FOR TAKING UNDERSIZED OYSTERS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents cited four oyster fishermen on Jan. 27 in Plaquemines Parish for alleged commercial oyster violations. Josip Piacun, ...
OUACHITA PARISH MAN CITED FOR NIGHT HUNTING
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: A Ouachita Parish man was cited by Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents on for two counts each of hunting deer during illegal hours, hunting from a moving vehicle, ...
TWO MEN CITED FOR NIGHT HUNTING IN JACKSON PARISH
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents cited two Louisiana Tech University students for hunting deer during illegal hours, hunting from a moving vehicle, and hunting ...
LONGVILLE MAN LITTERS NATURAL SCENIC RIVER
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: On Jan. 23, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division agents cited a Longville man for allegedly littering on Barnes Creek, which is listed as one of Louisiana's Natural ...
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES AGENTS TO ATTEND KNOE BOAT AND OUTDOOR SHOW, JAN. 29-29
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Agents from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division will attend the KNOE Boat and Outdoor Show at the Monroe Civic Center from Jan. 27-29. The agents will have ...
NEW YEAR BRINGS NEW SPECIES AND APPLICATION REVISIONS FOR LOUISIANA FISH RECORDS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: If Morone mississippiensis and Thunnus obesus don't ring a bell, it's of no surprise - unless you are a fisheries biologist or a stickler for knowing the scientific names of Louisiana gamefish. Now on ...
ASSEMBLYMAN RIVERA ISSUES STATEMENT ON CONFIRMATION TO SUPREME COURT OF JUDGE SAMUEL ALITO, LACK OF DIVERSITY ON HIGH COURT
Jan 31, 2006 ... Assemblyman Peter M. Rivera, D-Bronx (76th District), issued the following statement: The following is a statement by Assemblyman Peter M. Rivera, Chair of the New York State Assembly Puerto Rican/Hispanic Task Force and Executive Board Member of the National Association of Latino ...
Community Foundation Awards $345,000 to Katrina Relief Organizations
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region issued the following news release: The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region has awarded $345,000 from its Katrina Open Arms Fund to 10 local organizations providing services and support to individuals and families ...
MN/DOT, OFFICE OF ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY SIGN PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Minnesota Office of Enterprise Technology issued the following news release: An historic agreement was signed January 30 between the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Office of Enterprise Technology forming a partnership to begin developing and implementing the state's ...
CSX RAILROAD TO CLOSE SECTIONS OF NORTH COLLEGE STREET, NORTH GAY STREET AGAIN
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Auburn issued the following news release: CSX Railroad will again close a block of North College Street from Glenn Avenue to Mitcham Avenue, and North Gay Street from Glenn Avenue to Mitcham Avenue tonight through Wednesday, February 1. The roads will be closed to all ...
CITY'S ANNUAL CITIZEN SURVEY BEGINS THIS WEEK
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Auburn issued the following news release: The City of Auburn's 2006 Annual Citizen Survey will begin this week. Randomly selected Auburn residents will receive a survey in the mail that asks a series of questions dealing with various City Departments and services they ...
MO'S RESTAURANTS TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT OF OREGON GUARD SOLDIERS ON FEB. 4
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: Mo's Restaurants and Newport Pacific Corporation have stepped forward and will be serving a luncheon to all soldiers deploying with the 41st Brigade Combat Team, their families and everyone attending the formal ...
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO 7TH STREET FIRE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a residential structure fire on Jan. 29, 2006 at 1502 7th St. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 9:27 p.m. The response of three Engines, one Ladder ...
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO LANCELOT LN. FIRE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a residential structure fire on Jan. 30, 2006 at 5216 Lancelot Ln. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 7:37 p.m. The response of two Engines, one ...
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO CAMPBELL AVENUE FIRE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a residential structure fire on Jan. 27, 2006 at 1026 Campbell Ave. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 11:40 p.m. The response of three Engines, two ...
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR DEPARTS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Prescott issued the following news release: Longtime City of Prescott Communications Director J.J. McCormack is leaving city service to pursue a new career opportunity. McCormack, a nine-year city veteran, has accepted the position of Community Relations Manager for ...
OREGON HATCHERY RESEARCH CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO MEET NEAR ALSEA
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife issued the following news release: The Oregon Hatchery Research Center Advisory Committee will meet Feb. 10 at the OHRC near Alsea. The meeting is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the conference room of the Oregon Hatchery Research ...
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES REVIEWS EMERGENCY FOOD STAMP APPLICATIONS
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Social Services issued the following press release: During the Disaster Food Stamp Program administered in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the Department of Social Services administered more than $368 million in benefits to nearly 500,000 ...
2005 Grants Announced Totaling $81.5 million
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Lumina Foundation for Education issued the following news release: Lumina Foundation for Education approved 203 grants in 2005, totaling $81.5 million to organizations across the country to expand college access and student success. "The Foundation continues to address the ...
MAYOR HOLLOWAY: ON BUILDING BRIDGES, ROADS, LET'S BE PRACTICAL
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: Mayor A.J. Holloway said Tuesday afternoon that Biloxi's recovery efforts, the overall quality of life of residents and the daily commutes of tens of thousands of motorists are all being negatively impacted by the delays in ...
WINDING DOWN RAIL-CROSSING WORK IN BILOXI
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: CSX, which aims to have rail-crossing repairs completed this week in Biloxi, on Tuesday afternoon reported to the city the following status on upgrades and associated closings at its rail crossings in Biloxi. Re-opened: Keller ...
CORONER: KATRINA CLAIMED 53 IN BILOXI
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: Harrison County Gary T. Hargrove today told the mayor and City Council that Hurricane Katrina had claimed 53 victims in Biloxi, as of this week. Hargrove, speaking during this afternoon's City Council meeting, said that number ...
DATE SET FOR CHESTERFIELD, MO., GARDEN TOUR
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Chesterfield issued the following news release: Join us for Chesterfield's second annual Garden Tour Saturday, June 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. rain or shine and visit six beautiful private gardens. This year's tour offers rose gardens, shady paths, dry creek beds, a ...
ALABASTER ADULT SOFTBALL REGISTARTION BEGINS APRIL 3
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Alabaster issued the following news release: Registration will begin April 3, 2006 and will end on April 28, 2006. Registration will take place at the Parks and Recreation Dept. located in the Depot off of Thompson Road. We're open Monday through Friday, 8 AM until 6 ...
JOPLIN POLICE RECORDS DIVISION MOVES TO NEW LOCATION
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Joplin issued the following news release: With the renovation in full swing at Joplin's Public Safety and Justice Center, 303 E. 3rd Street, a few changes have been made that will directly affect the public. Both the police lobby and the Records Division are now ...
KEARNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY & INFORMATION CENTER TO LAUNCH NEW WEBSITE
Jan 31, 2006 ... The city of Kearney issued the following news release: On Wednesday, February 1, 2006, the Kearney Public Library & Information Center will launch a new website. In an effort to better serve our patrons we are in the process of developing this site. It will enable us to provide ...
SCHEDULE FOR REOPENING OF NICKERSON STATE PARK CAMPGROUNDS AND RESERVATIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED ON FEB. 15
Jan 31, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation issued the following news release: The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation's (DCR) Division of State Parks and Recreation today announced that $1 million to repair the storm damage at Nickerson State Park has ...
REP. STRICKLAND: REACTION TO PRESIDENT BUSH'S STATE OF THE UNION SPEECH
Jan 31, 2006 ... Rep. Ted Strickland, D-Ohio (6th CD), issued the following press release: Rep. Ted Strickland offered the following statement in response to President Bush's State of the Union Address: "After the spectacular failure of his Social Security privatization plan, President Bush has ...