US Fed News Service, Including US State News back issues from Monday, February 23:
Rep. Sullivan Introduces Federal Agency Program Realignment and Closure Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. John Sullivan, R-Oklahoma, has introduced the Federal Agency Program Realignment and Closure Act (H.R. 1023), legislation that would "establish a commission to recommend the elimination or realignment of federal agencies that are duplicative or perform functions that ...
Rep. Nadler Introduces Uniting American Families Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, has introduced the Uniting American Families Act of 2009 (H.R. 1024), legislation that would "amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate discrimination in the immigration laws by permitting permanent partners of U.S. citizens ...
Rep. Becerra Introduces Bill Concerning Puerto Rican Income Tax
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Xavier Becerra, D-California, has introduced a bill (H.R. 1025), legislation that would "amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for residents of Puerto Rico who participate in cafeteria plans under the Puerto Rican tax laws an exclusion from employment ...
Rep. Hunter Introduces Fairness for Military Recruiters Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-California, has introduced the Fairness for Military Recruiters Act (H.R. 1026), legislation that would "amend the procedures regarding military recruiter access to secondary school student recruiting information." The bill, introdu8ced on ...
Rep. Posey Introduces Thrift Store Protection Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Bill Posey, R-Florida, has introduced the Thrift Store Protection Act (H.R. 1027), legislation that would "exempt second-hand sellers of certain products from the lead content and certification requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of ...
Rep. Roybal-Allard Introduces Support 21 Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-California, has Support 21 Act of 2009 (H.R. 1028), legislation that would "provide additional support for the efforts of community coalitions, health care providers, parents, and others to prevent and reduce underage drinking." The ...
Rep. Hill Introduces Alien Smuggling and Terrorism Prevention Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Barron Hill, D-Indiana, has introduced the Alien Smuggling and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2009 (H.R. 1029), legislation that would "amend the Immigration and Nationality Act and title 18, U.S. Code, to combat the crime of alien smuggling and related ...
Rep. Brady Introduces Tom Lantos Pulmonary Hypertension Research and Education Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Kevin Brady, R-Texas, has introduced the Tom Lantos Pulmonary Hypertension Research and Education Act of 2009 (H.R. 1030), legislation that would "direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to encourage research and carry out an educational campaign with ...
Rep. Burgess Introduces Health Information Technology Promotion Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Michael C. Burgess, R-Texas, has introduced the Health Information Technology Promotion Act of 2009 (H.R. 1031), legislation that would "promote a better health information system." The bill was introduced on Feb. 12. It was referred to the House Energy and ...
Rep. Capps Introduces HEART for Women Act
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Lois Capps, D-California, has introduced the HEART for Women Act (H.R. 1032), legislation that would "amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the Public Health Service Act to improve the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart disease, stroke, and ...
Rep. Cohen Introduces Bill Concerning Nonimmigrant Aliens
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, has introduced a bill (H.R. 1033) to "amend the Immigration and Nationality Act with respect to temporary admission of nonimmigrant aliens to the U.S. for the purpose of receiving medical treatment." The bill was introduced on Feb ....
Rep. Forbes Introduces Bill Concerning Official Symbol to Recognize, Honor Fallen Members of Armed Forces
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. J. Randy Forbes, R-Virginia, has introduced a bill (H.R. 1034) to "amend title 36, U.S. Code, to designate the Honor and Remember Flag created by Honor and Remember, Inc., as an official symbol to recognize and honor members of the Armed Forces who died in the line of ...
Rep. McIntyre Introduces Resolution Concerning National Coaches Appreciation Week
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Mike McIntyre, D-North Carolina, has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 6) "recognizing the significant contribution coaches make in the life of children who participate in organized sports and supporting the goals and ideals of National Coaches Appreciation ...
Rep. Biggert Introduces Resolution Concerning Eating Disorders
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Judy Biggert, R-Illinois, has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 7) "encouraging increased public awareness of eating disorders and expanded research for treatment and cures." The resolution was introduced on Jan. 6. It was referred to the House Energy and ...
Rep. Nadler Introduces Resolution Concerning Issuance of Pardons to Senior Members of President's Administration
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, has introduced a resolution (H.Res. 9) "expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President of the U.S. should not issue pardons to senior members of his administration during the final 90 days of his term of ...
CONNECTICUT NEEDS TO ATTRACT MORE GOOD JOBS
Feb 23, 2009 ... HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 6 -- Connecticut State Rep. John E. Stripp, R-135th District, issued the following news release: The looming budget crisis at the Capitol in Hartford, where the state must close an $8-billion budget gap for the next two years, is merely a sign of things to come. We ...
VOLUNTARY OUTDOOR RECREATION GUIDELINES AIM AT PREVENTING SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES
Feb 23, 2009 ... MADISON, Wis., Feb. 17 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: People who enjoy hiking, camping, biking, trail riding or hunting or who own or manage land for recreational use can learn more about and comment on draft recommendations for how ...
WISCONSIN HUNTERS DONATE VENISON, CASH TO FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM
Feb 23, 2009 ... MADISON, Wis., Feb. 17 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: Wisconsin deer hunters across the state donated a total of 7,627 deer to Wisconsin's venison donation programs during the 2008 deer hunting seasons. Wisconsin has a network ...
PUBLIC MEETING SET FOR MARCH 2 FOR WIS 78 RECONSTRUCTION, SAUK COUNTY
Feb 23, 2009 ... MADISON, Wis., Feb. 17 -- The Wisconsin Department of Transportation issued the text of the following issue of the Research, Development & Technology newsletter: The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) SW Region will hold a public information meeting on the reconstruction ...
EDGEMOOR PROVIDES HAVEN TO REGION'S FRAILEST
Feb 23, 2009 ... SANTEE, Calif., Jan. 20 -- The office of the San Diego County Supervisor, 2nd District, issued the following news release: The County of San Diego's new Edgemoor Skilled Nursing Facility was unveiled to the public today in an event showcasing the new state-of-the-art complex that will ...
THREE COUNTY WATER AWARENESS, TRAINING, EDUCATION AND RECREATION CAMPS OFFERED TO YOUTHS DURING SPRING BREAK
Feb 23, 2009 ... LOS ANGELES, Feb. 18 -- Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe, 4th District, issued the following news release: The Water Awareness, Training, Education and Recreation (W.A.T.E.R.) Program of the Department of Beaches and Harbors is offering its popular aquatic sports camp that young ...
HOMELESS HOUSING PROGRAM LEADS TO SIGNIFICANT COST SAVINGS
Feb 23, 2009 ... LOS ANGELES, Feb. 18 -- Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe, 4th District, issued the following news release: A County program that has created permanent housing opportunities for dozens of homeless individuals has resulted in a cost avoidance of over $800,000 in medical and hospital ...
LOS ANGELES COUNTY ANNOUNCES CONTRACT EXTENSION AGREEMENT WITH UNION PARTNERS
Feb 23, 2009 ... LOS ANGELES, Feb. 17 -- Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe, 4th District, issued the following news release: Supervisor Don Knabe, Chairman of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, announced a major agreement today regarding recent negotiations with the public safety unions ...
MONTEBELLO HOSPITAL RECEIVE FIRST SAFELY SURRENDERED NEWBORN
Feb 23, 2009 ... LOS ANGELES, Feb. 17 -- Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe, 4th District, issued the following news release: Supervisor Don Knabe, Chairman of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, is pleased to announce that a baby girl was safely surrendered recently at Beverly Hospital in ...
FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR THURMAN TO REPUBLICANS: AXE CRIST'S CHEF AND BUTLER BEFORE RAISING TAXES OR LAYING OFF POLICE, TEACHERS
Feb 23, 2009 ... TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 19 -- The Florida House of Representatives (Democrats) issued the following news release: Florida Democratic Party Chair Karen Thurman today demanded Republicans cut Governor Charlie Crist's taxpayer provided chef and butler from the Governor's Mansion before they ...
STATE SEN. FASANO ANNOUNCES RESTORATION OF US HIGHWAY 19 CONTINUOUS RIGHT HAND TURN LANE FUNDING
Feb 23, 2009 ... TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 18 -- Florida State Sen. Mike Fasano, R-New Port Richey (11th District), issued the following news release: State Sen. Mike Fasano announces that the Florida Department of Transportation has restored $16 million in its work plan to complete the purchase of ...
STATE SEN. DEUTCH FILES MILESTONE PUBLIC HEALTH INITIATIVE
Feb 23, 2009 ... TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 18 -- Florida State Sen. Ted Deutch, D-Delray Beach (30th District), issued the following news release: Seeking to dramatically improve both Florida's healthcare system and the state's financial outlook, Sen. Ted Deutch (D-Boca Raton) today filed legislation that ...
IMPORTANT CONSUMER PROTECTION LEGISLATION PASSES FIRST COMMITTEE
Feb 23, 2009 ... TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 20 -- Florida State Sen. Charlie Justice, D-Pinellas (16th District), issued the following news release: Floridians who sign up for service contracts for magazines, pest control services or even alarm companies - but unwittingly find themselves automatically ...
BILL TO TAKE POLITICS OUT OF ELECTIONS OVERSIGHT MOVES CLOSER TO REALITY
Feb 23, 2009 ... TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 17 -- Florida State Sen. Charlie Justice, D-Pinellas (16th District), issued the following news release: Legislation which would make the local county Supervisors of Elections non-partisan crossed its first hurdle today, passing through the Senate Ethics and ...
CONNECTICUT AVENUE REOPENS UPON COMPLETION OF ELECTRICAL WORK
Feb 23, 2009 ... JOPLIN, Mo., Feb. 20 -- The city of Joplin issued the following news release: North and south travel through Joplin just became a little easier. Officials with the City of Joplin are pleased to announce that Connecticut Avenue will reopen for travel later this evening. On Feb. 2, ...
REPAIRS TO SEWER TAP ON GORDON STREET
Feb 23, 2009 ... COLUMBIA, Mo., Feb. 20 -- The city of Columbia issued the following news release: The city of Columbia Public Works Department announces that on Tuesday, Feb. 24, J.D. Kelly Excavating will begin repairs on a sewer tap at 1907 Gordon Street. This work will result in a temporary lane ...
BEAR CREEK TRAIL CLOSED
Feb 23, 2009 ... COLUMBIA, Mo., Feb. 20 -- The city of Columbia issued the following news release: The section of the Bear Creek Trail, located between Range Line and Garth Avenue, will be closed to all trail users effective Feb. 23. This section is closed due to the Providence Road Extension Project ....
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICES SCHEDULED TO MOVE ON FEB. 24
Feb 23, 2009 ... COLUMBIA, Mo., Feb. 20 -- The city of Columbia issued the following news release: Beginning next week, Columbia/Boone County's animal control officers will be housed at the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services facility located at 1005 West Worley in ...
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDS MARRIAGE OF DEBRA R. RODGERS, DENNIS A. SCHNEIDER
Feb 23, 2009 ... DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 19 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 8-869 / 07-1892 Filed February 19, 2009 IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF DEBRA R. RODGERS AND DENNIS A. SCHNEIDER Upon the Petition of DEBRA R ....
PRESIDENT OBAMA SIGN AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT
Feb 23, 2009 ... LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo., Feb. 20 -- The city of Lee's Summit issued the following news release: President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) into law Feb. 17, 2009. The bill contains provisions for transportation projects to be selected through the metropolitan ...
PHONE SCAM ALERT
Feb 23, 2009 ... SPRINGFIELD, Mo., Feb. 20 -- The city of Springfield issued the following news release: Springfield Police have received three complaints in which calls have been made to local residents from a person allegedly from Canada. The caller tells the victim that they are a relative who is in ...
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION ON STEPHEN MARTIN SCOTT V. DUTTON-LAINSON
Feb 23, 2009 ... DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 19 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 8-882 / 08-0365 Filed February 19, 2009 STEPHEN MARTIN SCOTT, Plaintiff-Appellant, vs. DUTTON-LAINSON COMPANY, ...
APPLICANTS SOUGHT FOR HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Feb 23, 2009 ... BISMARCK, N.D., Feb. 20 -- The city of Bismarck issued the following news release: Mayor John Warford is seeking Bismarck residents interested in serving a three year term on the Bismarck Human Relations Committee. The deadline for applications is March 13, 2009. New committee ...
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION ON STEVEN C. SHEEDER V. BERN BOYETTE
Feb 23, 2009 ... DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 19 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 8-899 / 08-1086 Filed February 19, 2009 STEVEN C. SHEEDER, Plaintiff-Appellant, vs. BERN BOYETTE, ...
SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Feb 23, 2009 ... BISMARCK, N.D., Feb. 20 -- The city of Bismarck issued the following news release: The Bismarck-Mandan Mayor's Committee on Employment of Persons with Disabilities will be awarding financial assistance in the amount of two $500 awards to students wishing to attend a college, university, ...
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDS MARRIAGE OF JESSICA JANE CLOYED, JAMES BRYAN CLOYED
Feb 23, 2009 ... DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 19 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 8-980 / 08-0287 Filed February 19, 2009 IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF JESSICA JANE CLOYED AND JAMES BRYAN CLOYED Upon the Petition of JESSICA ...
LEGISLATIVE MEETING SCHEDULED FOR FEB. 20
Feb 23, 2009 ... GRAND FORKS, N.D., Feb. 20 -- The city of Grand Forks issued the following news release: The Legislative Committee Meeting scheduled for today, Friday, Feb. 20, in A-101, City Hall has been cancelled. The Committee will meet again on ...
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION ON DOMENIC GIAMMETTA V. WILSON CONSTRUCTION
Feb 23, 2009 ... DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 19 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 9-028 / 08-0967 Filed February 19, 2009 DOMENIC GIAMMETTA, Plaintiff-Appellee, vs. WILSON CONSTRUCTION, L.C., ...
LEVICA KIRVIN NAMED COURT ADMINISTRATOR
Feb 23, 2009 ... MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Feb. 19 -- The city of Mount Pleasant issued the following press release: LeVica Kirvin, assistant court administrator for the Town of Mount Pleasant, recently took over the helm of her department after the retirement of Sally Phipps. In her position as ...
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION ON STATE OF IOWA V. ADAM CORY SISSON
Feb 23, 2009 ... DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 19 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 9-056 / 08-1072 Filed February 19, 2009 STATE OF IOWA, Plaintiff-Appellee, vs. ADAM CORY SISSON, ...
NOTICE OF CHANGE IN MARCH CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE
Feb 23, 2009 ... JACKSON, Tenn., Feb. 20 -- The city of Jackson issued the following press release: Please note that the March City Council Meeting has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at 9:00 a.m. in the George A. Smith Meeting ...
MURDER CASE GOES TO GRAND JURY
Feb 23, 2009 ... JACKSON, Tenn., Feb. 19 -- The city of Jackson issued the following press release: Ledarren Hawkins, age 20, of Memphis, had his case bound to the Madison County Grand Jury following a hearing today in Jackson City Court. He is charged with First Degree Murder in the shooting death of ...
ZOO FUNDRAISING EVENT FEB. 20TH 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. AT ZOO
Feb 23, 2009 ... CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 20 -- The city of Chattanooga issued the following press release: Cocktails for Conservation Event at the Zoo this Friday Evening Enjoy light horsd'oeuvres, libations, and fun from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. while helping the jaguars. This year's first ...
LIBRARY TASK FORCE RELEASES FINAL REPORT
Feb 23, 2009 ... CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 20 -- The city of Chattanooga issued the following press release: The Library Task Force appointed by Mayor Ron Littlefield has released its final report which caps a year of work and study regarding the future of the Chattanooga-Hamilton County library ...
PROPERTY TAX RELIEF LEGISLATION INTRODUCED BY STATE REPS. MILOSCIA, PRIEST
Feb 23, 2009 ... OLYMPIA, Wash., Feb. 17 -- Washington State Rep. Skip Priest, R-30th District, issued the following news release: In the wake of recent flood events in the 30th District and elsewhere, Reps. Mark Miloscia and Skip Priest introduced legislation to aid property owners with timely tax ...
BLACK HISTORY CHALLENGE FEB. 20TH AT WESTSIDE RECREATION CENTER
Feb 23, 2009 ... CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 20 -- The city of Chattanooga issued the following press release: It's the boys against the girls to see who knows their Black History! The competition takes place this Friday, Feb. 20th at 6:00 p.m. at the Sheila M. Jennings Westside Recreation Center. Evryone ...
TENNESSEE LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION LEADERS RESPOND TO QUESTIONS FROM LOCAL UNIVERSITY, COLLEGE, TECHNICAL CENTER STUDENTS
Feb 23, 2009 ... MEMPHIS, Tenn., Feb. 20 -- Southwest Tennessee Community College issued the following news release: Leading members of the Tennessee House of Representatives - House Speaker Kent Williams, Democratic Leader Gary Odom, House Democratic Caucus Leader Mike Turner, and Representative G. A ....
COMMUNITY COLLEGE PRESIDENT FILLIPIS TO DISCUSS ANTHOLOGY OF DOMINICAN WOMEN AUTHORS
Feb 23, 2009 ... WILLIMANTIC, Conn., Feb. 20 -- Eastern Connecticut State University issued the following news release: Daisy Cocco De Fillipis, president of Naugatuck Valley Community College, will discuss her anthology, "Documents of Dissidence: Selected Writings by Dominican Women," at 3:30 p.m. on ...
VAGINA MONOLOGUES TO BE PERFORMED AT EASTERN
Feb 23, 2009 ... WILLIMANTIC, Conn., Feb. 20 -- Eastern Connecticut State University issued the following news release: Eastern Connecticut State University students, faculty and staff, along with Willimantic community members, will perform various monologues concerning domestic abuse, body issues and ...
CONNECTICUT'S INVESTMENT IN STEM CELL RESEARCH OF $100 MILLION OVER 10 YEARS PAYS OFF
Feb 23, 2009 ... FARMINGTON, Conn., Feb. 20 -- The University of Connecticut Health Center issued the following news release: Last month, University of Connecticut researchers revealed that they have created two new lines of human embryonic stem cells, hailed as a major success for the program. Only four ...
DELEGATE MOORE TO SPEAK AT BLACK HISTORY MONTH CONVOCATION
Feb 23, 2009 ... INSTITUTE, W.Va., Feb. 20 -- West Virginia State University issued the following news release: WVSU will hold its Black History Month convocation at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 25 in the P.A. Williams Auditorium of Ferrell Hall. Featured speaker will be Clifton "Clif" Moore, Delegate from ...
SAVINGS BANK OF MAINE COMMIT $1 MILLION TO GARDINER WATERFRONT PROJECT
Feb 23, 2009 ... GARDINER, Maine, Feb. 20 -- The city of Gardiner issued the following news release: The Savings Bank of Maine has announced it will provide one million dollars in funding towards Gardiner's waterfront redevelopment project this year! Because of this major commitment, the City of Gardiner ...
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ADVISE RESIDENTS TO CLEAN MEDICINE CABINET
Feb 23, 2009 ... MORGANTOWN, W.Va., Feb. 20 -- The West Virginia University School of Medicine issued the following news release: Just as you may take the time to clean out your house every spring, it is important to clean out and restock your medicine cabinet once a year. Expired prescription ...
MEET WITH COUNTY COMMISSIONERS IN YOUR PAJAMAS!
Feb 23, 2009 ... GRAND JUNCTION, Colo., Feb. 19 -- Mesa County issued the following news release: If you've ever wanted to call the Mesa County Commissioners and give them a piece of your mind, now's your chance! The Mesa County Commissioners will hold a town hall meeting-via telephone-THIS ...
BERKELEY ZERO WASTE COMMISSION ISSUES AGENDA FOR FEB. 23 MEETING
Feb 23, 2009 ... BERKELEY, Calif., Feb. 23 -- The Berkeley Zero Waste Commission issued the following meeting agenda: Monday, February 23, 2009, 7:00 p.m. 1. Roll Call (3 minutes) 2. Approve Agenda* (3 minutes) 3. Comments from the Public (7 minutes) 4. Announcements and ...
HUSKIES WIN 5-3, ADVANCE TO WCHA FINAL FACE-OFF
Feb 23, 2009 ... ST. CLOUD, Minn., March 2 -- St. Cloud State University issued the following news release: In the third and decisive game between the St. Cloud State University Huskies (18-14-5, 11-13-4 WCHA) and the Ohio State University Buckeyes (17-17-3, 11-14-3 WCHA) in the first round of the WCHA ...
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. MORAN, FEB. 9: VISITING WITH STAFF, STUDENTS AT HEAD START IN HIAWATHA
Feb 23, 2009 ... WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- Rep. Jerry Moran, R-Kan. (1st CD), issued the following newsletter: It is important that every child enters our school system on the right path for educational success. On Thursday morning, I visited the North East Kansas Community Action Program (NEKAP) Head Start ...
THE NATIONAL BLACK WRITERS CONFERENCE CELEBRATES LIFE, WORK OF OCTAVIA E. BUTLER AT MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE, CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
Feb 23, 2009 ... BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 18 -- The City University of New York's Medgar Evers College issued the following news release: The National Black Writers Conference Bi-Annual Symposium celebrates the life and work of renowned speculative fiction author Octavia E. Butler in a daylong symposium to ...
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO ENGINEERING STUDENTS DESIGN, BUILD STEEL BRIDGE
Feb 23, 2009 ... SAN ANTONIO, Feb. 11 -- The University of Texas at San Antonio issued the following news release: A group of UTSA undergraduate civil engineering students earned second place at the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Texas/Mexico Student Steel Bridge Competition, as well as ...
2008 WCHA FINAL FACE-OFF INFORMATION
Feb 23, 2009 ... ST. CLOUD, Minn., March 2 -- St. Cloud State University issued the following news release: Taking a No. 4 seed into the WCHA Final Face-Off in Duluth on March 8-9, the St. Cloud State women's hockey team will face the No. 1-seeded Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs on Saturday, March 8, in the ...