US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Tuesday, February 7:
AMERICA'S PREMIER CYCLING EVENT ANNOUNCES TITLE PARTNERSHIP WITH FORD
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Georgia Department of Economic Development issued the following news release: The top professional cycling stage race in North America will have a new and engaging brand identity, as the Georgia Ford Dealers have agreed to a title sponsorship for the Ford Tour de Georgia. The 2006 ...
FOUR MILE RUN UNDERGOES SPRING CLEANING
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Alexandria issued the following press release: Between Feb. 7 and March 30, the City of Alexandria and Arlington County will be removing extensive sediment deposits and vegetation from the Four Mile Run flood channel. The maintenance work will help ensure flood protection for ...
ROANOKE POLICE DEPARTMENT HOSTS ROBBERY PREVENTION SEMINAR
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Police Department is hosting a Robbery Prevention Seminar on February 16, 2006, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Hotel Roanoke. This event is open to business owners and employees throughout the Roanoke Valley; and is ...
ROANOKE POLICE DEPARTMENT CONDUCTS DRUG OPERATION
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Police Department in a continuous effort to address illegal drug activity in the City of Roanoke recently conducted a drug operation that has resulted in 65 indictments and warrants involving 29 people. "Operation ...
LABOR DEPARTMENT SUES DEFUNCT PITTSBURGH COMPANY OVER 401(K) RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLAN VIOLATIONS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration issued the following news release: The U.S. Labor Department sued Expert Dry Wall Company Inc. and its president Valerie Kelly for transferring plan assets to Kelly and her sister from the company's 401(k) savings ...
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE, ILLINOIS HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATION PARTNER TO EDUCATE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ON SAFE DRIVING
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Illinois State Police issued the following news release: The Illinois State Police (ISP) and Illinois High School Association (IHSA) today announced a partnership designed to educate high school students on the importance of safe driving with the safety themes: Seat Belt Use, Speed ...
DEMOCRATS OFFER PLAN TO PROVIDE HEALTH INSURANCE FOR ALL
Feb 07, 2006 ... Rep. Fortney J. 'Pete' Stark, D-Calif. (13th CD), issued the following press release: Recently, leading House Democrats introduced the "Medicare for All Act," H.R. 4683, a bill that would make healthcare coverage available to every American by expanding the Medicare program to those ...
HARRIS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT CATCHES CAR BURGLARS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Harris County Sheriff's Department (4th district) issued the following press release: On February 4, 2006, Deputy R. Lawson responded to an in progress call of a burglary to a motor vehicle at 4 am at residence in the 2900 Block of High Plain in Katy. The complainant told Deputy ...
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF REGULATION AND LICENSING ISSUES ORDER REGARDING DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS AGAINST DANIEL DUFFENBACH
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing issued the following orders: IN THE MATTER OF THE DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS AGAINST DANIEL G. DUFFENBACH RESPONDENT FINAL DECISION AND ORDER LS0602073FDR Division of Enforcement Case No. 04 FDR ...
ASSEMBLYMAN DINOWITZ FIGHTS FOR VETERANS
Feb 07, 2006 ... Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, D-Bronx (81st District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Dinowitz has introduced legislation to ensure that the military personnel and veterans of New York State get the best screening and treatment for exposure to hazardous materials, ...
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION'S DIVISION OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS ISSUES DECISION TO REVIEW MILWAUKEE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES' DECISION
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Wisconsin Department of Administration's Division of Hearings and Appeals issued the following decision: In the Matter of (petitioner) DECISION MRA-40/73835 PRELIMINARY RECITALS Pursuant to a petition filed November 23, 2005, under Wis. Stat ....
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION'S DIVISION OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS ISSUES DECISION TO REVIEW ST. CROIX COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES' DECISION
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Wisconsin Department of Administration's Division of Hearings and Appeals issued the following decision: In the Matter of (petitioner) DECISION MRA-55/73601 PRELIMINARY RECITALS Pursuant to a petition filed November 30, 2005, under Wis. Stat ....
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ALERTS PARENTS TO WINTER SIDS RISK
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Georgia Department of Human Resources' Division of Public Health issued the following news release: As heat and energy suppliers predict home heating costs will climb some 30-50% this winter, families may be tempted to turn the thermostat down and pile on blankets and extra layers ...
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF REGULATION AND LICENSING ISSUES ORDER REGARDING DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS AGAINST RALPH HAAS, KASUBOWSKI & HAAS FUNERAL HOME
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Wisconsin Department of Regulation and Licensing issued the following orders: IN THE MATTER OF THE DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS AGAINST RALPH R. HAAS and KASUBOWSKI & HAAS FUNERAL HOME RESPONDENTS FINAL DECISION AND ORDER LS0508082FDR Division of ...
VALDOSTA MAYOR APPOINTED TO BOARD, INVITED TO SERVE ON COMMITTEE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Valdosta issued the following press release: Mayor John Fretti has recently been selected to serve the state of Georgia in two diverse capacities. The Georgia Municipal Association has nominated the Mayor to serve on one of six basin advisory committees for the ...
SECRETARY LAND, RED CROSS OFFICIALS INVITE RESIDENTS TO LEND THEIR SUPPORT
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Michigan Secretary of State issued the following news release: Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land and officials from the American Red Cross want everyone to lend their support to the American Red Cross this month to help save lives. The Department of State and the ...
CITY OF GREENVILLE REMEMBERS CORETTA SCOTT KING
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Greenville issued the following press release: The City of Greenville is deeply saddened by the death of Mrs. Coretta Scott King. We recognize her as a champion for freedom, justice and equality. Mayor Knox White, the City ...
CLF Challenges New RI Development Rule: CRMC Should Disclose Who Benefits from Rule Change
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Conservation Law Foundation issued the following news release: Reacting to a new rule which exempts some developers from density restrictions, Conservation Law Foundation today challenged the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) to rescind the rule, which was ...
Statement by Ford Foundation President Susan Berresford And Nathan Cummings Foundation President Lance Lindblom
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Ford Foundation issued the following news release: Our foundations agreed to be among the funders of the American Association of University Professors AAUP conference on academic freedom and the issue of academic boycotts because we strongly support academic freedom and the AAUP's ...
CREWS TO CLOSE EASTBOUND LANE OF JENKS ROAD AT N.C. HIGHWAY 55, BEGINNING FEB. 8
Feb 07, 2006 ... The town of Cary issued the following press release: In order to complete the replacement of a water valve on Jenks Road in Apex, crews will close the eastbound lane of Jenks Road at N.C. Highway 55, beginning Wednesday, February 8 at 6 p.m., and the lane may reopen as early as Thursday, ...
TRIANGLE VANDALS STRIKE CARY CONSTRUCTION SITE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The town of Cary issued the following press release: Town of Cary Police are asking for your help in finding suspects that have been spray painting triangles and phrases on construction equipment and signs in and around the High House Road Widening construction site from N.C. 55 to just ...
Rap-It-Up/Black AIDS Short Subject Film Competition Returns For Third Year of Addressing HIV/AIDS in Black Community
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation issued the following news release: BET, the Black AIDS Institute, and the Kaiser Family Foundation today announced the 3rd Annual Rap-It-Up/Black AIDS Short Subject (RIU/BASS) Film Competition. Following two successful years that include over 1000 ...
MAYOR PHELAN ANNOUNCES PRESIDENTS' DAY ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The mayor of Quincy issued the following press release: Mayor William J. Phelan is proud to announce the entertainment lineup for the "City of Presidents" 10th annual Presidents' Day Celebration. The event will be held on Monday, February 20th from noon to 4 p.m. in Quincy Center. The ...
SULLIVAN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ISSUES MEETING MINUTES OF FEB. 7
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Sullivan County Board of Commissioners issued the text of February 7 Board of Commissioners Public Business meeting minutes: The document ...
MASSACHUSETTS CONSUMER AFFAIRS DIRECTOR LINDSTROM TESTIFIES FOR INCREASED IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTIONS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Office for Consumer Affairs and Buisness Regulation issued the following news release: Massachusetts Consumer Affairs Director Beth Lindstrom renews her call for increased consumer protections against the rising tide of identity theft and database breaches before the ...
NATURAL HERITAGE COUNCIL TO EVALUATE REVIEW PROCESS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of State Lands issued the following news release: In a facilitated session, the Natural Heritage Advisory Council (NHAC) will discuss the results of a series of meetings evaluating the first 25 years of the Natural Heritage Act and Program. The council will decide ...
LAND BOARD TO CONSIDER ELLIOTT STATE FOREST HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN, NAVIGABILITY UPDATE AT PUBLIC MEETING
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of State Lands issued the following news release: The State Land Board on Tuesday, February 14, will consider a request by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) for approval to continue development of a multi-species Habitat Conservation Plan for the Elliott State ...
HANTAVIRUS CONFIRMED IN MCKINLEY COUNTY WOMAN; FIRST HANTAVIRUS CASE IN NEW MEXICO IN 2006
Feb 07, 2006 ... The New Mexico Department of Health issued the following news release: The New Mexico Department of Health announced today that an adult woman from McKinley County has been diagnosed with Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, the first case in New Mexico this year. She is hospitalized at ...
NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL CERTIFIES BARBARA CRAYTON AS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FINANCE PROFESSIONAL
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Fayetteville issued the following press release:Date: Barbara Crayton, the Community Development administrator for the City of Fayetteville, was recently certified as a Housing Development Finance Professional from the National Development Council (NDC). Certification is a ...
PEACE CORPS HONORS REP. KLINE
Feb 07, 2006 ... Rep. John Kline, R-Minn. (2nd CD), issued the following press release: Executive members of the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) met with Rep. John Kline Tuesday afternoon to thank him for his leadership role in authoring legislation that removes the Peace Corps as an option for ...
SEN. VOINOVICH REMEMBERS CORETTA SCOTT KING
Feb 07, 2006 ... The office of Sen. George V. Voinovich, R-Ohio, issued the following press release: "The future of our nation is dependent upon whether we put into practice the ideals and principles of peace, love, and justice that Dr. and Mrs. King espoused. The best way we can honor Dr. King's dream ...
CITY OF COEUR D'ALENE'S WATER METER RADIO READ CONVERSION PROGRAM STARTS FEB. 13
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Coeur d'Alene issued the following news release: The City's Water Department will proceed with the Water Meter Radio Read Conversion Program February 13th. Radio read is new technology where each meter has a radio transmitter attached to it. The readings are picked up by a ...
DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR CITY COMMISSIONS EXTENDED
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Eden Prairie issued the following news release: The City of Eden Prairie has extended the deadline for accepting applications for this year's City Commission process through Friday, February 17, 2006. Positions are potentially available on all City Commissions, ...
BRAVO! ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS CEREMONY IS ON FEB. 13
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Wyoming Department of Economic and Community Development issued the following news release: State chambers of commerce and economic developers will reveal their selection for the state's top businesses for innovative ideas at 7 pm on Monday, Feb. 13 at Little America in Cheyenne ....
ZOO FOUNDATION WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Little Rock issued the following news release: The Arkansas Zoological Foundation is proud to announce the addition of new board members Tyler Denton, Robin Hensen, and George Easley. The three were approved by a unanimous vote of the AZF board Feb. 1, 2006. Blair Allen, ...
ROUTE 4 IN WASHINGTON IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO LARGE SLIDE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Clatsop County government issued the following news release: Route 4 in Washington State is temporarily closed due to a large slide near the town of Stella, between Cathlamet and Longview. There is no detour around the slide and it may be one to three weeks before the road is open ....
POWELL VALLEY COMMUNITY CAREGIVER FORUM SCHEDULED FOR FEB. 16
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Clackamas County government issued the following news release: A free caregiver forum is scheduled for February 16 from 6:30 - 9 p.m. at Powell Valley Church (1335 SE 282nd) in Gresham. The forum is designed to bring together community members who are caregivers from across the ...
STUDENTS SET TO 'TAKE OVER' AT COUNCIL MEETING
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Reno issued the following news release: Twenty five students from different area high schools are learning about local government by getting involved at Reno City Hall. Their involvement will change the regular meeting of the Reno City Council on February 8, 2006. Around ...
OREGON SHOWS GROWTH IN ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Education issued the following news release: State Schools Superintendent Susan Castillo announced today that Oregon had the greatest expansion of successful AP Exam performance in the country, according to a new study released by The College Board. Between 2004 ...
MISSISSIPPI RESIDENTS SENTENCED IN LOUISIANA FOR VIOLATIONS OF LACEY ACT
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Terry's Seafood Inc., of Lakeshore, Miss. was sentenced for a single count felony violation of the Lacey Act in United States District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana by United States District ...
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES AGENT HONORED BY VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: The Department of Louisiana Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) honored Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Enforcement Division Sgt. Darren Bruce from West Carroll Parish with a "Law Enforcement ...
EVANGELINE PARISH LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES AGENT RECEIVES STATE WILD TURKEY FEDERATION AWARD
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Louisiana state chapter recently honored an Evangeline Parish Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Enforcement Division senior agent as their ...
PRO ANGLER PLEADS GUILTY TO CHEATING IN BASSMASTER TOURNAMENT
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: A Lee's Summit, Mo. man pled guilty to contest fraud on Jan. 25, 2006 in Natchitoches Parish for cheating during a Bassmaster fishing tournament on the Red River in November. Louisiana ...
PROMOTING NATURE TOURISM ALONG MISSISSIPPI RIVER WORKSHOP SCHEDULED
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: The National Audubon Society and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation will hold a "Promoting Nature Tourism Along the Mississippi" workshop at the Vicksburg, Miss. Convention Center from April ...
LOUISIANA LUNKER BASS PROGRAM RECEIVES FIRST FISH OF 2006
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: The Louisiana Lunker Bass Program (LLBP) got off to a great start for 2006 as the first largemouth bass was turned in to the program this past weekend. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and ...
LOUISIANA'S WILDLIFE ACTION PLAN RECEIVES FEDERAL APPROVAL FROM U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) has announced that the agency's Wildlife Action Plan, a comprehensive wildlife conservation strategy, was approved by the U.S. Fish and ...
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR NEVADA ON FEB. 7: TWO ROLLING 60S GANG MEMBERS SENTENCED TO LENGTHY FEDERAL PRISON TERMS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for Nevada issued the following press release: Rolling 60s Crips gang members ARLANDERS GIBSON, aka J-Lou, age 33, of North Las Vegas, and MICHAEL COLEMAN, aka Scratch, age 22, of Las Vegas, have been sentenced to 198 months and 153 ...
NOAA Fisheries Service Exchanges Floating Line in Mid-Atlantic Pot/Trap Gear
Feb 07, 2006 ... The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation issued the following news release: NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries Service), in partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (Foundation), collected more than 200,000 pounds of floating fishing line from ...
BUDGET INCLUDES FUNDING FOR LOCAL CORPS PROJECTS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Port of Pittsburgh Commission issued the following news release: The President's FY 07 budget includes $62.8 million for the Lower Mon project and $17 million for emergency repairs at Emsworth Dam. Download the ...
EVENTS HELP DRIVERS KEEP CHILD PASSENGERS SAFE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Transportation issued the following news release: Saving children's lives is the focus of a two-week promotion throughout Oregon to encourage proper use of child restraints in vehicles, as well as the proper use of safety belts for all passengers, Oregon ...
GOVERNOR'S ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON DUII TO MEET
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Transportation issued the following news release: The Governor's Advisory Committee on DUII will meet from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10, in the Tillamook Room at the Oregon Department of Forestry, 2600 State St., Salem. Judy Eakin, regional executive ...
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO GRANDIN ROAD FIRE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a fire on Feb. 7, 2006 at 1732 Grandin Rd., Apartment 54, Grandin Village Apartments. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 3:19 p.m. The response of ...
WATER SERVICE INTERRUPTION SCHEDULE FEB. 10
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Prescott issued the following news release: City of Prescott Utilities Division has scheduled a water service interruption for Friday, Feb. 10, 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Water will be shut off for repairs on the ...
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE REMINDS HUNTERS TO APPLY FOR SPRING BEAR HUNTS BY FEB. 10
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife issued the following news release: State wildlife officials today reminded bear hunters to apply for spring bear hunts before the deadline Friday, Feb. 10. ODFW limits the number of hunters for all spring bear hunts to improve management ...
LOMBARDI URGES FUNDING TO RETURN RESCUE 6 TO SERVICE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city council of Providence issued the following press release: Council President John J. Lombardi today announced that the City Council is committed to locating funds to bring Rescue 6 back into service, and will be calling on the business, education and nonprofit community to get ...
LOMBARDI SAYS FIRE RESCUE 6 WILL RETURN TO SERVICE AS SOON AS FEB. 7
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city council of Providence issued the following press release: Council President John J. Lombardi confirmed that Fire Rescue 6 will return to service as soon as tomorrow. The council president learned of the plan to reactivate the City's sixth fire rescue pursuant to a conversation ...
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD LAUNCHES HELICOPTER TO AID IN SEARCH FOR MISSING MAN
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: At the request of Polk County officials, the Oregon Army National Guard launched one OH-58 Kiowa helicopter to assist in the search for a 57 year old male, believed to be hypoglycemic. He has apparently been ...
HEROIC ACTIONS MAKE OREGON GUARD SOLDIER AN ACTION FIGURE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: Sgt. Matthew Zedwick, Oregon Army National Guard earned his Silver Star while deployed with the 2nd Battalion, 162nd Infantry, serving under the 1st Cavalry Division on this deployment. Zedwick was the driver in a HUMMWV ...
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD HELICOPTER RETURNS TO BASE
Feb 07, 2006 ... The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: An Oregon Army National Guard helicopter that had been out searching an area in West Salem for a missing 57 year old man missing since yesterday has returned to base. Based at the Army Aviation Support Facility in ...
CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN AT FORT CLATSOP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP BUILD WALLS
Feb 07, 2006 ... The National Park Service's Fort Clatsop National Memorial issued the following press release: Starting on Wednesday, February 22, the logs walls of the new Fort Clatsop exhibit will begin to be assembled at the park site 6 miles south of Astoria, Oregon. Volunteers are needed to help ...
HEALTHYSD.GOV OFFERS STATEWIDE FRUIT AND VEGETABLE CHALLENGE FOR NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH IN MARCH
Feb 07, 2006 ... The South Dakota Department of Health issued the following news release: The Healthy South Dakota initiative is challenging South Dakotans to eat more fruits and vegetables during a special National Nutrition Month competition in March. Registration for the web-based 5 A Day Challenge ...
CITY COUNCIL RESULTS, FEB. 6
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Chesterfield issued the following news release: City Council Actions: * Approved award of a contract to SCI Engineering, Inc., for Supplemental Testing Services * Approved award of a contract to Shively Geotechnical and Midwest Engineering for Inspection ...
CITY OF BILOXI TO AGAIN OFFER SPECIAL SEATING FOR MARDI GRAS PARADES
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: The City of Biloxi will again provide special seating for disabled and frail, elderly residents to view the Gulf Coast Carnival Association afternoon parade on Feb. 28, Mardi Gras Day. The city is marking its 22nd year hosting ...
MAYOR HOLLOWAY LEAVES HOSPITAL, SENDS 'WARMEST PERSONAL REGARDS'
Feb 07, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: Mayor A.J. Holloway was released this morning from Biloxi Regional Medical Center, where he had gone Monday morning after an allergic reaction to antibiotics. Holloway was at home before noon and planned to return to work in a ...
HURRICANE-RELATED CLAIMS CONTINUE FALL
Feb 07, 2006 ... Louisiana Works issued the following press release: Hurricane-related weekly unemployment benefit claims continue to plummet, according to the Louisiana Department of Labor. As of January 28, the number of active claims resulting from hurricanes Katrina and Rita was 125,895. In November, ...