US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Tuesday, February 14:
ALEXANDRIA PARK, RECREATION COMMISSION HOLDAS PUBLIC HEARING FOR RESIDENTS OF PLANNING II ON FEB. 16
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Alexandria issued the following press release: The Alexandria Park and Recreation Commission will hold a public hearing for residents of Planning District II on Thursday, Feb. 16, at 7 pm at the Cora Kelly Recreation Center, 25 W. Reed Ave. The Commission is holding the ...
HARRIS COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT CATCHES RECYCLING THIEVES
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Harris County Sheriff's Department (4th district) issued the following press release: On February 13, 2006, a citizen flagged down Harris County Sheriff's Deputy B. Curtis at 12:30 am who told him there was a suspicious vehicle behind Home Depot at 6800 Highway 6. He told the deputy ...
ASSEMBLYMAN BARRA: FEBRUARY TO BE HEART HEALTH MONTH
Feb 14, 2006 ... Assemblyman Bob Barra, R-Lynbrook (14th District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Robert D. Barra (R,C,I-14th District) is reminding residents that February is American Heart Health Month. "Since coronary heart disease is the number one killer in this country, ...
REP. SMITH CONGRATULATES LONGHORNS FOOTBALL TEAM
Feb 14, 2006 ... Rep. Lamar Smith, R-Texas (21st CD), made the following remarks: For the second time in a row, the University of Texas has won the Rose Bowl. By any definition, the 2006 victory was a "classic" and made the Longhorns the National Champions. Led by quarterback Vince Young, the ...
SOME FEES TO INCREASE AT JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK
Feb 14, 2006 ... The National Park Service's Joshua Tree National Park issued the following press release: Effective March 1, 2006, certain park entrance fees at Joshua Tree National Park will increase. The per vehicle entrance fee will rise from $10 to $15. The length of stay under a single vehicle pass ...
SEN. ALEXANDER BILL REGULATING PETITION VERIFICATION PROCESS PASSES FIRST COMMITTEE
Feb 14, 2006 ... Florida State Sen. J.D. Alexander, R-Lake Wales (17th District), issued the following news release: Today, legislation sponsored by Sen. JD Alexander (R-Lake Wales), which is designed to better regulate the petition verification process, passed the Senate Ethics and Elections ...
DETOUR SCHEDULED FOR STORM WATER PIPE INSTALLATION
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Greenville issued the following press release: The Harper Corporation is scheduled to install a 48" storm water pipe on East Broad Street February 20 to assist in the mitigation of storm water associated with the McBee Station Project. Detour signs will be posted for ...
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY MOTOR TRANSPORTATION OFFICERS SEIZE 447 POUNDS OF COCAINE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The New Mexico Department of Public Safety issued the following news release: Department of Public Safety Motor Transportation officers in the western part of the state seized 447 pounds of cocaine hidden behind a load of lemons. Officers detected the cocaine during a stop and inspection ...
STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE MEETING SET FOR FEB. 20
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Valdosta issued the following press release: The City of Valdosta will hold a public comment meeting to provide general information about the proposed Stormwater Utility Ordinance Monday, Feb. 20, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers on the second floor of City Hall, 216 E ....
CITY OF GREENVILLE EXERCISED EMINENT DOMAIN TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY OFF SOUTH MAIN STREET
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Greenville issued the following press release: The City of Greenville exercised eminent domain to acquire property off South Main Street to accommodate a public walkway along the river to make for safer pedestrian activity in the area. Please find below, a timeline of ...
SECRETARY HOMANS, CONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCE 300 JOBS FOR ROSWELL
Feb 14, 2006 ... The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release: Secretary Rick Homans and NMED Partnership President and CEO Jim Colson today announced that McGuire Research, an experienced leader in quantitative research services, will be opening a research center ...
MAYOR PHELAN ANNOUNCES COMCAST AS SPONSOR OF PRESIDENTS DAY
Feb 14, 2006 ... The mayor of Quincy issued the following press release: Mayor William J. Phelan is pleased to announce that Comcast will be sponsoring the City's Presidents' Day Winter Carnival set for Monday, February 20th from noon to 4 p.m. in Quincy Center. The festivities will include a wide ...
COMMON SCHOOL FUND REACHES $1 BILLION
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of State Lands issued the following news release: The State Land Board today announced the Common School Fund (CSF) reached the $1 billion mark for the first time in the fund's nearly 150-year history. The milestone was recognized at the board's public meeting on ...
PRESCRIPTION ADVANTAGE OPEN ENROLLMENT STARTS MARCH 15
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Department of Elder Affairs issued the following news release: Prescription Advantage, the Commonwealth's pharmacy assistance program administered by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, will conduct an Open Enrollment March 15 through April 28. This is the first open ...
MAYOR JACOBS WINS NATIONAL AWARD FOR PROMOTING YOUTH
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of St. Louis Park issued the following news release: St. Louis Park Mayor Jeff Jacobs has been named to the National & Global Youth Service Day Honor Roll by Youth Service America. Jacobs received the award Sunday afternoon during the St. Louis Park vision town ...
BETTENDORF RECEIVES TREE CITY USA AWARD
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Bettendorf issued the following news release: The City of Bettendorf is one of 120 communities in Iowa, and over 2,500 nationwide to attained Tree City USA status. This is the 10th year Bettendorf has been recognized. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by The ...
CITY SEEKS APPLICATIONS FOR INTERIM CITY COUNCIL POSITION #1
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Beaverton issued the following news release: The City of Beaverton is accepting applications from persons interested in serving as interim City Councilor for Position #1, which became vacant on February 9, 2006. The City Charter requires the remaining members of the Council ...
ASSEMBLYMAN GIGLIO ANNOUNCES FOUR $1500 ITALIAN-AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIPS
Feb 14, 2006 ... Assemblyman Joe Giglio, R-Gowanda(149th District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Joe Giglio (R,C,I-Gowanda) today announced that the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is now accepting applications for Italian-American scholarships to be awarded ...
ASSEMBLYMAN KIRWAN ANNOUNCES ITALIAN-AMERICAN LEGISLATOR SCHOLARSHIPS
Feb 14, 2006 ... Assemblyman Tom Kirwan, R-Newburgh (100th District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Tom Kirwan (R,C-Newburgh) today announced the New York Conference of Italian-American State Legislators will award four $1,500 college scholarships at its annual conference weekend this ...
New Knight-Batten Awards to Honor Journalism Innovations
Feb 14, 2006 ... The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation issued the following news release: Innovations that help people use media to get quality news and information in new ways will be honored this year by the renamed Knight-Batten Awards for Innovations in Journalism. The awards program at ...
LEARN, VOICE YOUR CONCERNS, SHARE IDEAS AT METH SUMMIT ON FEB. 21
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Clatsop County government issued the following news release: Faced with the fast-growing menace of methamphetamine, Clatsop county leaders hope to mobilize the community to wage a meaningful counter-offense. A Meth Summit on Tuesday, Feb. 21, will be the first step. Speakers ...
MASSACHUSETTS HOUSING COMMITS $3.1 MILLION FOR AFFORDABLE 55+ RENTAL HOUSING IN PEABODY
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency issued the following news release: MassHousing's Board of Directors voted today to make $3.1 million in loan commitments for the acquisition and rehabilitation of the former Brown School in Peabody. The rehabilitation of the historic school will ...
ATTORNEY GENERAL, STATE POLICE DIRECTOR, CAMPTON POLICE ANNOUNCE INFORMATION ON STABBING INCIDENT IN CAMPTON, N.H.
Feb 14, 2006 ... The New Hampshire Attorney General issued the following news release: New Hampshire Attorney General Kelly A. Ayotte, Colonel Frederick Booth, Director of the New Hampshire State Police, and Campton Police Chief Christopher Warn, announce that Josh Zarnowski, (DOB: 11/12/1983), has been ...
LAS VEGAS WOMAN CHARGED WITH STEALING $93,000 FROM FUNDS NEEDED FOR MOTHER'S NURSING HOME CARE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The New Hampshire Attorney General issued the following news release: Attorney General Kelly A. Ayotte has announced that Deborah Hiers, age 56, of Las Vegas, Nevada was indicted this week by a Rockingham County Grand Jury on a felony charge of theft by misapplication. The indictment ...
THREE HEALTHCARE WORKERS PROSECUTED IN SEPARATE CASES FOR DIVERTING PAIN MEDICATONS FROM NURSING HOME RESIDENTS
Feb 14, 2006 ... The New Hampshire Attorney General issued the following news release: Attorney General Kelly A. Ayotte has announced that Kristin Clough, age 34, of Portsmouth and Katelyn Cynewski, age 22, of Kingston were indicted this week by the Rockingham County Grand Jury in separate cases for ...
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES' TECHNOLOGY CUSTOMER COUNCIL ISSUES AGENDA FOR FEB. 14 MEETING
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Iowa Department of Administrative Services' Technology Customer Council issued the following meeting agenda: NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING Pursuant to Iowa Code 21.4 Department of Administrative Services TECHNOLOGY CUSTOMER COUNCIL Tuesday, February 14, 2006 1:00pm - 3:00pm Hoover, B ...
RENO POLICE TO CONTINUE AGGRESSIVE DRAG RACE ENFORCEMENT
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Reno issued the following news release: The Reno Police Department will continue to aggressively enforce laws prohibiting drag racing including issuing citations to spectators at the illegal speed contests, Lt. Mike Whan said today following police operations that resulted in ...
CAROL JACKSON NAMED CAPTAIN OF UNIVERSITY CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of University City issued the following news release: Police Chief Charles Adams announced today the appointment of Carol A Jackson to Captain of the U. City Police Department. A public swearing in ceremony was held in the City Hall rotunda among colleagues, family and friends ....
U.S. AMBASSADOR TO IAEA TO VISIT ANKARA ON FEB. 16-17
Feb 14, 2006 ... The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: Ambassador Greg Schulte, Permanent Representative of the United States to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), will visit Ankara February 16-17 for consultations with Turkish officials regarding Iran's efforts to acquire ...
BID AWARDED ON FIRST PHASE OF HUEY P. LONG BRIDGE WIDENING PROJECT
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Transportion and Development issued the following press release: The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) today announced the award of a contract for Phase 1 of the Huey P. Long Bridge widening project over the Mississippi River in ...
YOU CONTROL YOUR AGE; DON'T LET YOUR AGE CONTROL YOU
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Northglenn issued the following news release: On Tuesday, March 7 at 1:30 p.m. Joe Brady, Coordinator of Gerontology Programs at DU's Institute of Gerontology, returns to the Senior Center with another wonderful Community Health Education Series. Participants ...
HOWARD DEAN TO SPEAK AT FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY ON IMMIGRATION ISSUES
Feb 14, 2006 ... Florida International University, a component of the state university system, issued the following news release: Who: Howard Dean, former presidential candidate and current chairman of the U.S. Democratic Party. What: The Democratic leader will be talking to Florida International ...
FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY TO HONOR ITS BEST ALUMNI WITH TORCH AWARDS
Feb 14, 2006 ... Florida International University, a component of the state university system, issued the following news release: Florida International University's Alumni Association honored recipients of the 2005 "Torch Awards" at a gala on Saturday, Feb. 11, at Parrot Jungle on Watson Island. The ...
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES, ENTERGY'S RIVER BEND STATION TEAM UP TO PRESERVE RIVER BEND NATURAL AREA
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Entergy's River Bend Station, with assistance provided by the Louisiana Natural Heritage Program (LNHP), within the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF), has designated 550 acres of ...
LOST HUNTER EDUCATION CARDS CAN BE RETRIEVED ONLINE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Instead of calling or visiting the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to retrieve a lost hunter education card, you can now request a temporary or duplicate card at LDWF's Web site at ...
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES SETS 2006 PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2006-07 HUNTING SEASON
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has announced meeting dates and locations for public review and comment on the 2006-07 Hunting Season Rules and Regulations for Resident Small Game ...
FORMER ALLEGHENY COUNTY SUBWAY RESTAURANT OWNER SENTENCED FOR TAX EVASION
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue issued the following news release: A Pittsburgh man who failed to pay state sales tax and file corporate tax returns has been sentenced to one year of probation and ordered to pay more than $9,000 in back taxes, Secretary of Revenue Gregory C. Fajt ...
FORMER WASHINGTON COUNTY BUSINESS OWNER SENTENCED FOR TAX EVASION
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue issued the following news release: A Washington woman who failed to pay state sales tax collected from customers and state income tax withheld from employees' paychecks has been sentenced to one year of probation, Secretary of Revenue Gregory C ....
ILLINOIS ARTS COUNCIL ADDS TWO STOPS TO STATEWIDE 'PUBLIC LISTENING TOUR'
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Illinois Arts Council issued the following news release: The people of Illinois are being invited to share their views on public funding for the arts and the value the arts bring to their communities. From January through April of 2006, the Illinois Arts Council will hold statewide ...
ASSEMBLYMAN STEPHENS REMINDS STUDENTS TO VOTE FOR STATE REPTILE
Feb 14, 2006 ... Assemblyman Willis H. Stephens Jr., R-Brewster (99th District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Will Stephens (R,C-Brewster) today reminded school administrators and students in his district and across the state that there is still time for children to cast their votes to ...
LOCAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVOCATES, RESEARCHERS, ELECTED OFFICIALS DISCUSS HOUSING CRISIS FACING HISPANICS, OTHERS IN CAPITAL REGION
Feb 14, 2006 ... Assemblyman Peter M. Rivera, D-Bronx (76th District), issued the following press release: A report documenting the affordable housing crisis being faced by Hispanics in New York and across the states was released today in Albany during an affordable housing conference held at the Albany ...
WEB SITE ESTABLISHED FOR LANDFILL EXPANSION PROJECT
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Albany issued the following press release: The City of Albany has set up a project web site for the proposed expansion of the Rapp Road landfill facilities. The project web site is www.capitalregionlandfill.com. This web site will provide information on project need and the ...
CITY PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY POSTPONED
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Auburn issued the following news release: The City of Auburn's Citizens Public Safety Academy, scheduled to begin February 16, has been postponed to allow more time for applications. A new start date has been planned for later this spring and will be announced shortly. The ...
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO PATTERSON AVENUE FIRE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a fire on Feb. 13, 2006 at 901 Patterson Ave. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 10:40 p.m. The response of three Engines, one Ladder truck, two Medic ...
DAY AVENUE, CAMPBELL AVENUE FIRE UPDATES
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department has updates on two structure fires that occurred in Jan. Roanoke Fire-EMS responded to a structure fire on Jan. 27, 2006 at 813 Day Ave. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at ...
PATTERSON AVENUE FIRE UPDATE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a fire on Feb. 13, 2006 at 901 Patterson Ave. Two victims were rescued from the residence by Fire-EMS personnel. This incident is being investigated as an accidental fire ....
ROANOKE FIRE-EMS RESPOND TO PETERS CREEK ROAD FIRE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Roanoke issued the following press release: The Roanoke Fire-EMS Department responded to a fire on Feb. 13, 2006 at 1488 Peters Creek Rd., United Metaphysical Church. The call was received through the 9-1-1 Center at approximately 7:28 p.m. The response of five ...
CITY OFFERING FREE BRUSH DISPOSAL MARCH 3 & 4
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Prescott issued the following news release: To help residents get an early start on clearing defensible space for wildfire prevention, the city is offering free brush disposal in March. The free disposal opportunity is available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and ...
OREGON NATIONAL GUARD TEAMS WITH FIRST RESPONDERS IN PORTLAND EXERCISE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: The Oregon National Guard will participate in a weapon of mass destruction exercise at the Portland Fire and Rescue fire training facility located at 4800 NE 122nd on Feb. 15. The exercise starts at approximately 9 a.m ....
CITY OF CHESTERFIELD: PLANNING COMMISSION RESULTS
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Chesterfield issued the following news release: Results of the FEBRUARY 13, 2006 Planning Commission Meeting Commissioners Broemmer, Hirsch, and Sandifer were absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS P.Z. 39-2005 Westland Acres (Westland Acres Development LLC): A ...
LIONS CLUB TO PRESENT AWARD; ST. VINCENT DEPAUL IN LINE FOR DONATION
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: The Biloxi Lions Club, in keeping with a tradition dating back 75 years, will recognize a community-minded individual with the Biloxi Outstanding Citizen Award. The announcement, which will be made Wednesday during a noon ...
PUBLIC INVITED TO BE PART OF CANDLELIGHT VIGIL, UNVEILING OF KATRINA MEMORIAL
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Biloxi issued the following news release: Producers of TV's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition," who have been in Biloxi this week filming community projects for an upcoming prime-time special, are inviting the public to a candlelight vigil Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. on the Biloxi ...
MAYOR BIETER SUPPORTS RAISING HOMEOWNER'S EXEMPTION, OTHER PROPERTY TAX REFORMS
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Boise mayor issued the following news release: Boise Mayor David Bieter is urging the Idaho Legislature to adopt changes to the state property tax system - including an increase to the homeowner's exemption - that would protect individual taxpayers while ensuring continued support for core ...
MINNESOTA BUSINESSES CITE GROWING NEED FOR INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SKILLS
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development issued the following news release: As Minnesota companies become increasingly involved in the global economy, demand is growing for employees trained in areas of international business. A survey released today by the ...
CAROL JACKSON NAMED CAPTAIN OF UNIVERSITY CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of University City issued the following news release: Police Chief Charles Adams announced today the appointment of Carol A Jackson to Captain of the U. City Police Department. A public swearing in ceremony was held in the City Hall rotunda among colleagues, family and friends ....
CITY OF KEARNEY OFFICES TO OBSERVE PRESIDENTS' DAY
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Kearney issued the following news release: The City of Kearney offices and the Kearney Public Library & Information Center ...
LATEST ASSESSMENT UPDATE AVAILABLE, FEB. 14
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Oregon Department of Education issued the following news announcement: DTC Checklist for ELPA administration is available http://www.ode.state.or.us/teachlearn/testing/admin/ell/asmtelpareadinesschecklist.pdf Important dates February 24th: Last day for administering Winter ...
Innovative Job-Training Strategy Could Help Low-Income Workers and End Worker Shortages in Key Industries
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Century Foundation issued the following news release: Around the country, pilot career ladder programs are creating unlikely partnerships that are increasing worker mobility and the quality of the workforce in a number of key industries including healthcare, child care, education, ...
First Lady, Headed to Torino's Winter Olympics, Stops in Rome to Meet Komen Italia Champions
Feb 14, 2006 ... The Susan P. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation issued the following news release: World attention is focused on the XX Winter Olympic games in Torino, Italy, but First Lady Laura Bush, en route to the Games' opening ceremonies, made an important February 9 stop in Rome to cheer on champions ...
COMMUNITY SURVEYS MAILED
Feb 14, 2006 ... The town of Chelsea issued the following news release: A joint survey has been mailed to every registered voter in town. This survey represents a collaborative effort by the Community Visit Team, the Chelsea Selectboard, the Chelsea School Board, and the Chelsea Planning Commission to ...
REVISED TRAFFIC ORDINANCE
Feb 14, 2006 ... The town of Chelsea issued the following news release: A copy of the revised Traffic Ordinance can be found on the Ordinances and Policies page. Pursuant to the provisions of Title 24 V.S.A. § 1973, the citizens of the Town of Chelsea have the right to petition for a vote on the amended ...
BRUSH CLEANUP IN BLAINE CITY COMPLETED
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Blaine issued the following news release: Two massive brush piles have been cleaned from city property. The piles contained stumps and brush collected by the City of Blaine in the aftermath of the major ...
CITY OFFICES CLOSED ON FEB. 20 IN HONOR OF PRESIDENTS' DAY
Feb 14, 2006 ... The city of Missoula issued the following news release: All City of Missoula departments, with the exception of the Police and ...
NATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL ASSOCIATION CHALLENGES STATE LICENSURE AGENCIES, UNIVERSITIES TO BETTER PREPARE MIDDLE LEVEL TEACHERS
Feb 14, 2006 ... The National Middle Schools Association issued the following news release: The nation's largest organization committed to middle level education called today for state licensure agencies and educational institutions to raise the bar in preparing and licensing teachers to teach the middle ...
SECOND FLOOR FIREARMS STORAGE ROOM TOURS
Feb 14, 2006 ... The National Park Service's Springfield Armory National Historic Site issued the following press release: Tours of the 2nd Floor Firearms Storage Room, where two-thirds or nearly 5,600 firearms of the collection are stored, has been lengthened to 1 ½ hours and scheduled for 1:00 pm - ...