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#20 LADY HORNETS AVENGE EARLIER LOSS
EMPORIA, Kan., Feb. 13 -- Emporia State University issued the following news release: The #20 Lady Hornets closed the first half on a 23-4 run on their way to a 79-46 victory over Missouri Southern in White Auditorium on Wednesday night. All-American Michelle Stueve scored ten of her game high 22 points during the run for ESU. The Lady Hornets scorched Southern, the MIAA's leader in field goal percentage defense and ranked #11 in the nation, for a blistering .556 shooting percentage for th  more
$10 MILLION FOR MOUND CLEAN-UP PASSES HOUSE IN FY09 DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Rep. Michael R. Turner (OH-03) announced that $10 million passed the U.S. House last night in the FY09 Defense Authorization Bill for the clean-up of the Miamisburg Mound. Rep. Turner said, "After working with Congressman Dave Hobson to secure $30 million for the Miamisburg Mound cleanup in 2005, this final investment should be what is needed to reach the finish line. Completing the cleanup wi  more
$11M+ MORE IN FED FUNDS FOR LONG BEACH ISLAND
TOMS RIVER, N.J., Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jim Saxton, R-N.J. (3rd CD), issued the following news release: As retiring House Member, Congressman Jim Saxton (NJ-3rd), closes a 24-year career in the House, Congress has allocated the most federal funds ever to continue the beach erosion repair project on Long Beach Island, Ocean County, N.J. Saxton announced $11.7 million in new funding for beach replenishment. "This $11 million is more than twice as much as we've ever obtained in a single year for be  more
$230 MILLION HEADED TO WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Recently, President Bush signed the FY2008 Defense Authorization Bill into law, officially authorizing $230 million in Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) funds for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. This is a significant step for our community during the BRAC process which will result in southwest Ohio gaining more than 1,000 new jobs at Wright-Patterson. With this $230 million signed into law, Wr  more
'EQUIVALENT OF COMBAT BRIGADE' OF VETERANS SHORTCHANGED BY LOCKHEED MARTIN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Dennis J. Kucinich, D-Ohio (10th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH), chairman of the Domestic Policy Subcommittee of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, sent a letter today to Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) director, Ms. Theresa McKay, calling upon DFAS to fulfill its promise to recalculate thousands of potentially erred retirement payments to veterans with severe disabilities. The letter was s  more
18th-RANKED EMORY SHUTS OUT HUNTINGDON 12-0
ATLANTA, April 15 -- Emory University issued the following news release: Emory University freshman Matt Ryckman pitched six innings of one-hit shutout baseball, and the Eagles offense amassed 12 runs on 17 hits, as 18th-ranked Emory defeated Huntingdon College (Ala.) 12-0 at Chappell Park on Tuesday. Emory pitching held the Hawks to just four hits on the day. Ryckman, who improved to 5-1 with a 2.55 earned run average this season, spread six walks and a hit over six innings of work, striki  more
2008 National Teacher of the Year Finalists Chosen
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- The Council of Chief State School Officers issued the following news release: A public school teacher from California, Michigan, Oregon or Virginia will be selected this year as the 58th recipient of the nation's top teaching honor--National Teacher of the Year--according to Gene Wilhoit, executive director of the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). The National Teacher of the Year Program, sponsored by the ING Foundation, is a project of CCSSO. "The Counc  more
2008 SALEM STATE COLLEGE WOMEN'S SOCCER PREVIEW
SALEM, Mass., Sept. 2 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: Despite beginning the 2007 season with just one win over its first six matches, the Lady Vikings kept their composure and came together in a big way, winning nine of their final twelve regular season matches en route to playing in the Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference (MASCAC) postseason tournament championship match for the third time in five years. "The players worked hard all season long and t  more
2008 WOMEN'S CLUB LACROSSE RECAP
SALEM, Mass., May 19 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The Salem State College women's club lacrosse team completed its season by winning a pair of matches played on the campus of Brandeis University. The Lady Vikings defeated Regis College by the final score of 6-5 and upended the host Judges, 6-4, in game two. Deana Manfra scored three goals to lead the way against Regis. Molly Burque, Grace Ghioto and Sherene Abu-Hijleh each scored once. Ghioto registered a t  more
Addressing integration
Kathmandu, Oct. 25 -- It is indeed a very welcome step that the government has taken by forming a commission of a professional group of people to suggest recommendations for reforming both the police forces (Civil police & the Armed Police Force (APF)) and the National Investigation Department (NID). This exercise of Security Sector Reform (SSR) was a much needed initiative. Now SSR in the judicial sector and prison administration should follow suit, since the main philosophy and ultimate aim of  more
AEROSOL LAUNCHES IMMUNE RESPONSE IN LUNGS TO WIPE OUT LETHAL INFECTIONS
ATLANTA, Dec. 3 -- The University of Texas System of MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: An inhaled immune system stimulant protects mice against lethal pneumococcal pneumonia and other deadly bacterial, viral and fungal infections of the lungs, a research team led by scientists at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center reports at a major scientific meeting. Their findings have implications for protecting immuno-compromised patients against infection   more
Aerospace Sciences Meeting To Be Held January 5-8 In Orlando
RESTON, Va., Oct. 14 -- The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics issued the following news release: The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) will hold the 47th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, including The New Horizons Forum, and Aerospace Exposition, January 5-8 at the Orlando Marriott World Center, Orlando, Fla. This year's Aerospace Sciences Meeting will combine three distinct components which will give attendees a look at both the present and the fu  more
AIRMAN MISSING IN ACTION FROM WWII IS IDENTIFIED
WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Persons agency issued the following press release: The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from World War II, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. He is 2nd Lt. Ray D. Packard, U.S. Army Air Forces, of Atwood, Calif. He will be buried on Oct. 22 in Presc  more
ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY ISSUES STATE TROOPERS DISPATCHES, OCT. 17
JUNEAU, Alaska, Oct. 17 -- The Alaska Department of Public Safety issued the following State Troopers dispatches: A Detachment...No news reported. B Detachment * * * Location: Wasilla Case Number: 08-86913 Type: MCA Text: On 10/16/2008 at 2145 hours the Alaska State Troopers received a report of a disturbance off East Crane Road. Investigation revealed that Joel Olmstead, age 19, of Wasilla, had been consuming alcohol at a residence on Crane Road. Olmstead was subsequently iss  more
ALBANY STATE SUFFERS 33-20 LOSS TO TUSKEGEE
ALBANY, Ga., Oct. 18 -- Albany State University athletics department issued the following news release: Albany State's Kisan Flakes rushed for 119 yards and a touchdown and passed for 100 yards and touchdown, but it was not enough as the Golden Rams suffered a 33-20 loss to the Tuskegee Golden Tigers on Saturday at Cleve Abbott Stadium in Tuskegee. The Golden Rams fall to 5-2 overall and 4-2 in the SIAC, while the Golden Tigers up their record to 7-0, 6-0 and pick up their 23 consecutive w  more
ALENIA NORTH AMERICA SIGNS COMMITMENT TO BUILD ASSEMBLY HUB AT JACKSONVILLE'S CECIL COMMERCE CENTER
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 16 -- The city of Jacksonville issued the following news release: Governor Charlie Crist today witnessed the official signing of an agreement between Jacksonville Mayor John Peyton and executives from Alenia North America. In the agreement, Alenia North America committed to build a final assembly and delivery center for the C-27J Spartan cargo plane at Cecil Commerce Center. The project received economic incentives from the state, city and the Jacksonville Airport  more
AMENDMENT PROTECTS CUSTODY RIGHTS OF DEPLOYED TROOPS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: In January, a provision I sponsored was signed into law to protect the custody rights of our soldiers. In family court proceedings, judges had been using the military service and deployment of parents as grounds to change their custody arrangements. It is inconceivable to me that a parent's service to their country would ever be held against them for any reason. Last month, my provision became l  more
AMSAA ENGINEER HONORED AT NATIONAL LEVEL
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Dr. Paul Ellner has been selected to receive the Distinguished Achievement Award from the American Statistical Association's Section on Defense and National Security. Ellner is an operations research analyst with the Army Materiel Systems Analysis Activity, a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command headquartered  more
ANSF, COALITION FORCES PROVIDE MEDICAL, HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE IN HELMAND PROVINCE
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: Afghan National Security Forces and Coalition forces' medical personnel, under the Medical Civil Action Program, provided humanitarian assistance in Nahr Surkh District, Helmand province. A large number of humanitarian assistance supplies were handed out including 245 medical, dental and hygiene kits; 176 sets of clothing and shoes, 135 bags of food, 26 school backpacks, and five cooking  more
ARCTIC JOURNAL BY REAR ADMIRAL GENE BROOKS
JUNEAU, Alaska, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, 17th District, issued the following press release: The Arctic climate is changing, faster than anyone expected. The sea ice retreats earlier each year and it comes back later each year. The multi-year polar ice was smaller in September 2007 than we've ever recorded. From 2006 to 2007 the polar ice pack lost an area almost twice the size of California. In the village of Teller, Alaska, on the south side of   more
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY WOMEN'S SOCCER UPSETS USC 1-0
TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 19 -- Arizona State University issued the following press release: Sophomore forward Karin Volpe scored her seventh goal of the season and junior goalkeeper Briana Silvestri made nine saves as the Arizona State women's soccer team upset seventh-ranked and defending national champion USC 1-0 on Sunday afternoon. In addition to being it being the first Pac-10 win of the season for the Sun Devils (7-4-3, 1-2-0 Pac-10), it was also their first win against a top-10 opponent s  more
ARKANSAS ATTORNEY GENERAL ISSUES OPINION TO HONORABLE MONTY DAVENPORT
LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 9 -- The Arkansas Attorney General issued the following opinion: Opinion No. 2008-142 October 9, 2008 The Honorable Monty Davenport State Representative 644 MC 4008 Yellville, Arkansas 72687-9340 Dear Representative Davenport: I am writing in response to your request for my opinion on the following three (3) questions: Are there any exceptions in the Arkansas Code that would allow government entities or contractors hired by government entities to oper  more
ARL AIDS CYCLONE VICTIMS
ADELPHI, Md., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: The Army Research Laboratory's Language Laboratory, headed by Dr. Melissa Holland, chief of the Information Science Division's Multi-Lingual Computing Branch, assisted the Navy humanitarian support to Myanmar in providing relief to recent cyclone victims. Holland teamed up with the Sequoyah Program Manager who donated 60 Phraselators to Marines poised to help relief opera  more
ARL AND UMBC GHOST-IMAGING THROWS LIGHT ON NEW QUANTUM TECHNOLOGY
ADELPHI, Md., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Researchers at the Army Research Laboratory have made a significant breakthrough in the physics of imaging that may lead to improved imaging capabilities for military and domestic uses. ARL is a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, headquartered at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland. The researchers, Ron Meyers and Kei  more
ARMY OPERATIONALIZING RESERVE COMPONENT
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The National Guard issued the following news release: The Army is changing how it generates forces and is overhauling the National Guard and Reserve, said the commander of Forces Command Wednesday. Gen. Charles C. Campbell told reporters during the Association of the United States Army annual meeting that transitioning the reserve component from a strategic reserve to an operational force is a crucial part of modernizing the Army. "We will organize the Guard and R  more
ARMY R&D ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENTS NAMED
VICKSBURG, Miss., Oct. 10 -- The Army Engineer Research and Development Center issued the following news release: ERDC members at the CRREL, TEC and the Vicksburg sites were recently named recipients of the 2008 Army Research and Development Achievement Award. CRREL Two CRREL research teams will receive awards. Research geophysicists Dr. Steve Arcone and Dr. Lanbo Liu, and physicist Gary Koh will receive a team award in recognition of their efforts in radiowave propagation in complex te  more
ARSENIC AIDS TUMOR IMAGING WHEN JOINED TO CANCER-HOMING DRUG, UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN RESEARCHERS FIND
DALLAS, March 1 -- The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: Arsenic linked to a drug that binds to the blood vessels of cancerous tumors provides a powerful imaging agent that could one day allow physicians to detect hard-to-find tumors and more closely monitor cancer's response to therapy, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found. The findings, based on animal studies and appearing in today's issue of Clinical Cancer Researc  more
As the New Year Begins, Remember That Changes in Your Life May Require Changes in Your Insurance
NEW YORK, Jan. 15 -- The Insurance Information Institute issued the following news release: Major purchases and lifestyle changes such as marriage, divorce or retirement can have a profound effect on your insurance needs, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). "To make the most of your insurance dollars, it is very important that you let your insurance agent or company representative know about alterations to your home and other major events in your life," said Jeanne M  more
ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER LANGAN ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LIMBRICK TESTIFIES ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the testimony from a committee hearing: Good Morning Chairman Boxer, Ranking Member Inhofe, and distinguished members of the Committee. My name is Elizabeth Limbrick, and I am member of the Interstate Technology Regulatory Council. I have been employed in the environmental field since 1995 in various capacities as a consultant, a regulator at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, and as Responsible  more
AUDIT GUIDANCE DISCONTINUING DCAA PARTICIPATION IN INTEGRATED PRODUCT TEAMS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Contract Audit Agency issued the following audit guidance: Effective immediately, DCAA will discontinue all participation in IPTs, including in-process IPTs and other teaming arrangements; such as, Alpha pricing, Omega pricing and one-pass pricing, due to concerns that DCAA auditor participation in IPTs results in noncompliance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). IPTs include proposal effort charged to c  more
AWARDS CONVOCATION HONORS CADETS, ACTIVE DUTY STUDENTS FOR ACADEMIC, MILITARY AND LEADERSHIP ACHEIVEMENTS
CHARLESTON, S.C., May 1 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Cadets and active duty military students who have excelled during the school year were honored Thursday, May 1 at an awards convocation that will become an annual event each year at commencement time. Thirty-five awards were presented during the awards convocation. In addition the 2007-2008 group of Who's Who Among American Universities and Colleges were recognized. Click here to view the Who's Who list. Air Force A  more
BAGRAM HOSPITAL STAFF DELIVERS AFGHAN BABY
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: It was the middle of the night and pagers were going off inside Craig Joint Theater Hospital as staff scrambled to pull together the people and equipment needed for a successful procedure. The situation was not unusual except that this time it wasn't the life of a coalition servicemember they were trying to save. Instead, they were about to brin  more
BENGALS ADVANCE, WIN FIRST EVER NATIONAL TOURNAMENT MATCH
OLATHE, Kan., Nov. 14 -- University of Maine at Fort Kent issued the following news release: The UMFK men's soccer team magical season continued Wednesday with a first round 2-1 win over #20 Northwestern (Iowa) at the 2007 NAIA Men's Soccer National Tournament. The win was the first ever for UMFK playing in their first ever National Tournament contest. Dwayne Smith opened the scoring for UMFK (21-0-0) in the 33rd minute on an assist from Andre Anderson and scored from outside the top corner  more
BENGALS MAGICAL SEASON COMES TO END
OLATHE, Kan., Nov. 15 -- University of Maine at Fort Kent issued the following news release: #4 Ohio Dominican ended the finest season in UMFK men's soccer history and one of the best runs by a Maine college with a convincing 7-0 win in a 2007 NAIA National Tournament quarter-final game in Olathe, Kansas at the CBAC Center on the campus of Mid American Nazarene. The Panthers advance to the semi-finals with the win and end UMFK's season for the third time in four years. Scott Shrewsbury   more
BENGALS NAIA PRE-SEASON NO. 22
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 18 -- University of Maine at Fort Kent issued the following news release: The University of Maine at Fort Kent Men's Soccer team will begin defense of their Sunrise Conference and Region X Championship as the pre-season number twenty two ranked team as the 2008 NAIA Men's Soccer Coaches' Preseason Top 25 Poll was released late yesterday by the NAIA national office in Kansas City, Missouri. Defending NAIA National Champion Azusa Pacific (Calif.) received all 18 first pla  more
BENGALS TAKE SUNRISE CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP
PORTLAND, Maine, Nov. 5 -- University of Maine at Fort Kent issued the following news release: Andre Anderson (Manchester, Jamaica) scored two first half goals and #1 UMFK defense controlled play in a 2-0 win over #2 SUNY Canton to give the Bengals an automatic bid to the NAIA National Tournament in Olathe, Kansas Nov. 14th - 20th at the College Boulevard Activities Center on the Campus of MidAmerican Nazarene University.A Anderson, who was named Rookie and Offensive Player of the Year by the  more
BEWARE OF 'PHISHING', OTHER COMPUTER SECURITY RISKS
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Oct. 16 -- The University of Virginia issued the following news release: E-mail phishing, computer malware and identity theft are "more threatening than the economy," IT security analyst Karen McDowell said last Tuesday, calling on University of Virginia faculty and staff to protect personally identifying information during a computer security presentation. The session was one of several events to highlight IT security awareness throughout the University and the regi  more
BIG WEEKEND FOR SOCCER; VOLLEYBALL RETURNS HOME
WENATCHEE, Wash., Sept. 15 -- Wenatchee Valley College issued the following news release: It was a busy weekend for Knights Athletics. Women's and Men's Soccer each had home games on Friday and Saturday and Volleyball was in a tournament in Walla Walla. Women's Soccer played Southwestern Oregon on Friday and came away with a big win 8-1over the Lakers. The Knights were lead by the three goals of Alejandra Bustos, - the hat trick - Rosa Vargas with two goals, as well as two goals by Randi S  more
BIOLOGICAL 'CLOCK' INFLUENCES DAMAGE DONE BY OXIDATIVE STRESS
CORVALLIS, Ore., Aug. 4 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: Swing shift workers and frequent fliers beware - scientists have identified yet another biological issue that relates to the "circadian clock" found in almost every species from insects to humans, and discovered that the time of day also affects the ability to resist oxidative stress. In a new study just published by researchers from Oregon State University, it was found that fruit flies had their greates  more
BOTANY AND PLANT PATHOLOGY PROFESSOR CARRINGTON ELECTED TO PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: James Carrington, a professor of botany and plant pathology at Oregon State University and a pioneer in the study of "small RNA" in genetic regulation, today was elected to the National Academy of Sciences. This honor, one of the most prestigious that can be made to any scientist or engineer, is based on excellence in original scientific research. Carrington will be inducted into the academy next April durin  more
BRIDGEWATER STATE DEFEATS VIKINGS, 2-0
SALEM, Mass., Nov. 4 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The No. 4 seed Bridgewater State College Bears received an outstanding goalkeeping performance from senior Drew Pontbriand (Fairhaven) en route to capturing the Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference (MASCAC) postseason tournament title with a 2-0 victory over the Vikings this afternoon at Alumni Field. The win earns the Bears an automatic bid to the 2007 NCAA Division 3 Tournament scheduled to begin t  more
BRIGADIER GENERAL GABRIEL GABOR, COMPLETED HIS TOUR IN AFGHANISTAN
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: Deputy Chief of the Multinational Operation Corps Iraq, Bg.Gen. Gabriel Gabor, Romania's national senior commander in Iraq, completed his tour of duty. For his outstanding achievement he was awarded the Legion of Merit" medal. Gen. David H Petraeus presented the award on June 1st 2008. "I want to dedicate this medal to all the Romanian soldiers who have bravely served in Iraq", Bg.Gen. G  more
BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION AGENCY CELEBRATES THREE YEARS OF ACHIEVEMENT
ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Business Transformation Agency issued the following news release: By Kelly Vick Business Transformation Agency The Business Transformation Agency (BTA) celebrated its third year of achievement during the agency's birthday ceremony held at the Crystal Water Park in Arlington, Va. The mission of the BTA is to guide the transformation of business operations throughout the Department of Defense (DoD) and to deliver enterprise-level   more
CARTER EARNS SPOT ON ALL-CONFERENCE SECOND TEAM
CAPE COD, Mass., March 6 -- Castleton State College issued the following news release: Commissioner of the ECAC Rudy Keeling announced today the ECAC Women's East All-Conference teams for the 2007-08 season. The team is voted on by the coaches of the league each year. Kelsey Jonhson (Byfield, Massachusetts/Governor Dummer Academy) of Saint Anselm College earned Player of the Year honors in the Women's East for the 2007-08 season. The junior forward scored 18 goals and added 12 assists for   more
CARVER BREAKS 100-CAREER POINT MARK IN 13th-RANKED EMORY'S 8-0 WIN OVER GUILFORD
ATLANTA, Aug. 30 -- Emory University issued the following news release: Emory University's Patrick Carver became just the seventh player in the history of the Men's Soccer program to score 100-career points, as the senior netted a hat trick during the Eagles' 8-0 season-opening win over Guilford College (N.C.) at the Sonny Carter Invitational. Carver scored each of his three goals in the first 30 minutes of the game, including the eventual game winner at the 4:18 mark, off an assist from n  more
CASTLETON FALLS IN FIRST ROUND OF NCAA TOURNAMENT
NEWARK, N.J., Nov. 10 -- Castleton State College issued the following news release: The Castleton State College men's soccer team fell in the opening round of the NCAA National Tournament 2-0 to the #7 New Jersey City University Gothic Knights in the 2007 NCAA Division III Tournament First Round, hosted by New York University Saturday night at New Jersey Institute of Technology's Lubetkin Field. The loss ends Castleton's season at 13-8-1. The game was played on a very cold night in North Jers  more
CASTLETON PICKED SECOND IN NORTH ATLANTIC CONFERENCE PRESEASON POLL
CASTLETON, Vt., Feb. 20 -- Castleton State College issued the following news release: Four-time defending champion Mount Ida College has been chosen as the preseason favorite of the North Atlantic Conference in a vote conducted by the league's coaches. The Mustangs received seven first place votes and 63 total points. Mount Ida, which has yet to lose a conference game in four seasons, returns eight starters including three first team all-conference selections from a season ago, attackers   more
CASTLETON PICKED TO DEFEND NAC TITLE IN PRESEASON POLL
CASTLETON, Vt., Sept. 4 -- Castleton State College issued the following news release: Castleton State College has been chosen the preseason favorite to win the NAC men's soccer title in a vote conducted by the league's coaches. The Spartans return nine starters from a team that went 6-1-1 in conference play. Castleton will be led by the 2007 NAC Player of the Year Ryan Hahn. Anchoring the defense will be first team all-conference selection senior goalkeeper Mike Anthony. The Spartans received  more
CASTLETON TO HOST SALEM STATE IN ECAC EAST QUARTERFINAL
CAPE COD, Mass., Feb. 25 -- Castleton State College issued the following news release: Commissioner of the ECAC Rudy Keeling and the Men's East Executive Committee announced the 2008 ECAC East Ice Hockey League Playoffs seeds today. The quarterfinals are set to begin on Saturday, March 1, 2008 with four games on the slate. Norwich University skated to a 15-4-0 league record to earn the number one seed in the postseason. The Cadets won eight straight conference games after winter break to l  more
CASTLETON TOPS NAC PRESEASON POLL
CASTLETON, Vt., Sept. 4 -- Castleton State College issued the following news release: Castleton State College has been chosen to finish at the top of the 2008 conference field hockey standings in a vote by the league's coaches. The Spartans have a full squad returning including five seniors who earned all-conference recognition last season. The Castleton attack will be led by Kayla Blank and Carolyn Griggs, both first-team all-conference selections a season ago. The University of Maine at  more
CEREMONY BRINGS TOGETHER BOMBING VICTIM FAMILIES, SURVIVORS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Twenty-five years ago, Marine Lance Cpl. Jeffrey Nashton lay broken, burned and blind in a military hospital bed in Germany, the victim of a brutal terrorist attack that nearly killed him. A nurse told Nashton that a Marine Corps general was stopping by to pin on his Purple Heart. As the general stood by his bed, Nashton reached up to feel the four stars on t  more
CHAPEL HILL TOWN COUNCIL ISSUES MINUTES OF NOV. 19 BUSINESS MEETING
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Nov. 19 -- The Chapel Hill Town Council issued the following meeting minutes: SUMMARY MINUTES OF A BUSINESS MEETING OF THE CHAPEL HILL TOWN COUNCIL Monday, November 19, 2007, AT 7:00 p.m. Present were Mayor pro tem Bill Strom, Council Member Laurin Easthom, Council Member Sally Greene, Council Member Ed Harrison, Council Member Mark Kleinschmidt, and Council Member Jim Ward. Staff members present were Town Manager Roger Stancil, Deputy Town Manager Florentine Miller,  more
CHEMICAL ROBOT READY FOR ITS THEATER DEBUT
ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: A robot which can enter potentially contaminated areas so Soldiers don't have to risk their lives may sound like the basis for a new animated movie or a sci-fi thriller, but the 95th Chemical Company has been testing and training such a system since the fall of 2006. The robot is the Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Unmanned Ground Vehicle, or CUGV for s  more
CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND PRESIDENT MAYS STRESSES QUALITY EDUCATION FOR ALL STUDENTS
ATLANTA, Oct. 16 -- Georgia State University issued the following news release: Nearly 600 people attended the College of Education's 20th annual Benjamin E. Mays Lecture on Oct. 13 to hear Children's Defense Fund President Marian Wright Edelman speak about the importance of investing in today's youth. Saying that so many American children have been "pushed onto the tumultuous sea of life in small and leaky boats without survival gear," Edelman called for change in the nation's educational  more
CITADEL LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM SPEAKERS LIST
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Major speakers scheduled for The Citadel Leaderhship Symposium. Greater Issues Address Lt. Gen. Robert L. Van Antwerp 11 a.m. Thursday, March 13 McAlister Field House OPEN TO THE PUBLIC On May 18, 2007, Lt. Gen. Robert L. "Van" Van Antwerp became the U.S. Army Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S Army Corps Engineers (USACE). LTG Van serves as the senior military officer overseeing most of t  more
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE AT L.A. AIR FORCE BASE ARRESTED ON FEDERAL CHARGES OF SOLICITING BRIBES FROM CONTRACTOR
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation's Los Angeles Field Office issued the following press release: A Los Angeles man who worked at the Los Angeles Air Force base has been arrested on federal bribery charges for soliciting and receiving kickbacks from a contractor to whom he steered work. Alejandro Rivera, 38, of the Westchester district of Los Angeles, was arrested Thursday afternoon after allegedly receiving a kickback of $15,766 from a  more
COAHOMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE CLAIMS 28-25 HOMECOMING VICTORY
CLARKSDALE, Miss., Oct. 18 -- Coahoma Community College issued the following news release: Although the celebrated offense of Coahoma Community College set early season division records in state Community and Junior College Athletic Association, the Tiger defense overcame a deluge of yellow flags and played a key role in Saturday's 28-25 Homecoming victory over Northeast Community College. "It's always good to win Homecoming," said Freeman Horton, athletic director and head football coach.  more
COALITION, IRAQIS DETAIN 11 SUSPECTS, SEIZE WEAPONS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Coalition forces apprehended 11 suspected terrorists in and around Baghdad today and yesterday, military officials reported. Coalition forces captured a wanted man and six others in Baghdad today. The man is believed to be a courier and of having ties with foreign terrorists as well as regional al-Qaida in Iraq leaders, officials said. A separate operation in  more
Colombia Rescues Ingrid Betancourt And Three Americans Held By The FARC
NEW YORK, July 2 -- The Council of the Americas issued the following news release: The Americas Society and Council of the Americas hail Colombia's rescue of 15 captives, including Ingrid Betancourt and three Americans, held by the FARC guerilla group. The rescue is a victory not only for all the captives and their families, but also for the institutional strength of a government besieged by the FARC for over 40 years. The rescue of Betancourt, a former Colombian presidential candidate cap  more
COMMAND SEEKS ASSISTANCE IN DEVELOPING COLLABORATIVE STAFFING TOOL
NORFOLK, Va., Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By MC2 (AW) Nikki Carter USJFCOM Public Affairs U.S. Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM) placed a notice in Federal Business Opportunities on Sept. 16 seeking input from industry and academia about existing technologies to improve the process of tracking how forces are provided in support of operations around the world. USJFCOM is the Department of Defense's primary conventio  more
COMMAND SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACT AWARDED
NORFOLK, Va., Sept. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By USJFCOM Public Affairs The Old Dominion University Research Foundation (ODURF), based in Norfolk, Va., has been awarded a contract to provide engineering and technical support services and faculty, fellows, and student support services at U.S. Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM). The new contract replaces two existing contracts, both held by ODURF. The indefinite delive  more
COMMAND TO HONOR VETERANS WITH ANNUAL CONCERT
NORFOLK, Va., Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Army Spc. Andrew Orillion USJFCOM Public Affairs The U.S. Joint Forces Command will host the 13th annual Salute to Veterans concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 8 at Norfolk's Chrysler Hall. The concert will feature patriotic music performed by military bands and musicians from across the services. The theme for this year's concert is "Surrounded by Heroes." The concert is fre  more
COMMISSARY AGENCY MARKS 17 YEARS OF SERVICE, 141 YEARS OF COMMISSARY HISTORY
ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 16 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Seventeen years ago, to improve efficiency and increase taxpayer savings, Congress and the Department of Defense created the Defense Commissary Agency by consolidating the military services' retail grocery operations into one organization. DeCA's director and chief executive officer Philip E. Sakowitz Jr., said that within the DoD, the term "DeCA" has become synonymous with leading change and achiev  more
CONGRESS BEGINS PROCESS OF REVIEWING BUDGET
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Recently, President Bush submitted the Fiscal Year 2009 Budget to Congress for consideration. This budget, the final one President Bush will deliver, provides direction for over three trillion dollars in federal spending. It covers virtually every aspect of the federal government. The Third District of Ohio has a very diverse and varied constituency with concerns ranging from agriculture to Veter  more
CONNECTICUT MONUMENT DEDICATION
VICKSBURG, Miss., Oct. 10 -- The National Park Service's Vicksburg National Military Park issued the following press release: The Connecticut Monument at Vicksburg National Military Park will be formally dedicated on Tuesday, October 14, at 10:30 a.m. The event will be held at the park's Grant's Canal Unit off old U.S. Highway 80 near the Village of Delta in Madison Parish, Louisiana. Those attending the event from Vicksburg should take the Delta Exit (Exit 186) off Interstate 20 West, turn r  more
CORPS DAY WEEKEND TO TAKE ON LEADERSHIP FOCUS
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Corps Day has a new attraction - the first Principled Leadership Symposium. Corps Day Weekend, scheduled for March 14-16, is the anniversary of the college's opening. This year The Citadel celebrates 165 years. "As world affairs become more complex, the demand for strong leaders is more important now than ever before. The symposium will expose cadets and delegates from other colleges and universities to a variety   more
CRANE SYMPHONY TOUR TO PERFORM PATRIOTIC/POPS TO BENEFIT VETERANS' ORGANIZATIONS ON NOV. 13
POTSDAM, N.Y., Oct. 9 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: SUNY Potsdam's Crane Symphony Orchestra will present three concerts of patriotic/pops music at various venues in New York to raise funds for three organizations that support veterans. The orchestra will perform Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Dulles State Office Building in Watertown to support The Ft. DrumSoldier and Family Assistance Center; Friday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. at the Syracu  more
CREATING STABLE AFGHAN FUTURE TO 'BANK' ON
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: U.S.forces here will now utilize commercial Afghan banking services, which will bolster Afghanistan's blossoming economy by putting approximately $100 million worth of monthly-business transactions into private bank's hands. Abdul Qadeer Fitrat, the Central Bank of Afghanistan's governor, and officers from the 101st Joint Logistics Command met at Camp Eggers, Aug. 7, to sign a memorandu  more
CUSTODY RIGHTS OF DEPLOYED MILITARY PARENTS PROTECTED WITH PRESIDENT'S SIGNATURE
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Since first learning that some judges used deployed military service as grounds to reverse the custody arrangements of service member parents, Congressman Michael Turner (R-OH) has fought to end what he calls "undue judicial intervention." Monday, Turner's nearly year-long fight to protect the custody rights of deployed service members ended favorably with the President's signature of the Defens  more
DAVIDSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DAVIE EDUCATION CENTER OFFERS CLASSES
LEXINGTON, N.C., Oct. 17 -- Davidson Community College issued the following news release: The Davidson County Community College Davie Education Center will offer the following classes. For more information, please call the Davie Education Center Office at 336-998-3220. Market Research and Marketing - CID # 14439 You will learn the basics of marketing and market research. Davie Education Center $10 November 11 Tuesday 6:00-9:00 p.m., 3 hours Develop a Business Plan - CID # 14440   more
DEADLY STAPH INFECTIONS PROMPT RESEARCH ON BEST TREATMENT FOR CUTS, SCRAPES
LAS VEGAS, Dec. 3 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: One type of over-the-counter product for topical wound care is more effective than others in killing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, or MRSA, which is potentially deadly and in recent years has moved from its historic hospital setting to a much broader public concern. A new laboratory study indicates that many antibacterial products have some value, but a product made with benzethonium chl  more
DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL INCLUDES AREA SUPPORT
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: The House recently passed legislation that will impact the nation as a whole and benefit our community in Southwest Ohio. In May, the House overwhelmingly passed the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act, which was named in honor of my friend and colleague, former Armed Services Committee Chairman and retiring Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA). In addition to funding projects across the  more
DEFENSE DEPARTMENT ACTIVATES U.S. FORCES-AFGHANISTAN
KABUL, Afghanistan, Oct. 6 -- The U.S. Army Combined Forces Command - Afghanistan issued the following news release: The Department of Defense announced today the activation of U.S. Forces-Afghanistan (USFOR-A), a functioning command and control headquarters for U.S. forces operating in Afghanistan. USFOR-A will be commanded by Gen. David D. McKiernan, who also will continue to serve as the NATO/International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) commander. The stand-up of the USFOR-A headq  more
DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY OFFICIALLY STANDS UP WITH PENTAGON CEREMONY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The Defense Media Activity gives public affairs within the Defense Department a new structure to move forward as a consolidated and integrated team, Deputy Defense Secretary Gordon England said during the organization's activation ceremony at the Pentagon today. "This is where jointness really pays off," England said. "But this is an area where jointness has real  more
DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY OFFICIALLY STANDS UP WITH PENTAGON CEREMONY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Forces Korea issued the following news release: By Army Staff Sgt. Michael J. Carden American Forces Press Service The Defense Media Activity gives public affairs within the Defense Department a new structure to move forward as a consolidated and integrated team, Deputy Defense Secretary Gordon England said during the organization's activation ceremony at the Pentagon today. "This is where jointness really pays off," England said. "But this is an area   more
DEFENSE SECRETARY GATES PROMISES CONTINUED COMMITMENT TO WOUNDED WARRIOR CARE
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates assured participants in the first Wounded Warriors Family Summit here today he will "continue to press forward with a sense of urgency" to provide top-level care and support for wounded warriors in a way that lays groundwork for the next administration's leaders to build on. 'I take the issue of wounded warriors personally," Gates  more
DEMOCRATIC SENATE PASSES TOUGHER PERSISTENT OFFENDER BILL, ALLOCATES $10 MILLION FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE
HARTFORD, Conn., April 24 -- Connecticut State Senate Democrats issued the following news release: The Democrat-led state Senate early this morning overwhelmingly approved a much tougher version of Connecticut's existing persistent dangerous felony offender law, doubling and tripling jail sentences for the most violent criminals and giving criminal justice professionals $10 million in new funding for the prosecutors, GPS tracking, state police, parolee supervision, warrant service, parole off  more
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PROGRAM MANAGER FOR OHIO EPA BUTHKER TESTIFIES ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following testimony from a committee hearing: Good afternoon. My name is Bonnie Buthker and I am the Department of Defense Program Manager for the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA). I would like to thank Chairwoman Boxer, Ranking Member Inhofe, and all the members of the Committee for the opportunity to discuss Ohio's concerns regarding state involvement in the investigation and cleanup of federal  more
DEPARTMENTS OF JUSTICE, HOMELAND SECURITY ANNOUNCE INTERNATIONAL INITIATIVE AGAINST TRAFFICKERS IN COUNTERFEIT NETWORK HARDWARE
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued the following press release: Assistant Attorney General Alice S. Fisher of the Criminal Division, Assistant Director James Finch of the FBI's Cyber Division, Assistant Secretary Julie L. Myers, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Commissioner W. Ralph Basham, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and Inspector Peter Goulet of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) toda  more
DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY HAYWARD SPEAKS AT BELFAST, MAINE
BELFAST, Maine, July 17 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation issued the text of the following remarks: REMARKS AT THE CONFERENCE ON "TOMORROW'S PROLIFERATION PATHWAYS: WEAK STATES, ROGUES, AND NON-STATE ACTORS" Mary Alice Hayward, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Nuclear Nonproliferation Policy and Negotiations I appreciate the invitation to provide opening remarks to this conference on "Tomorrow's Proliferation Pathways" - a timely and rele  more
DISCONTINUANCE OF DCAA PARTICIPATION IN INTEGRATED PRODUCT TEAMS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Contract Audit Agency issued the following audit guidance: Effective immediately, DCAA will discontinue all participation in integrated product teams (IPTs) due to concerns that DCAA participation results in a noncompliance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). This includes in-process IPTs and any other teaming arrangements; such as, Alpha pricing, Omega pricing and one-pass pricing. DCAA will continue to  more
DOD REACHES OUT TO PARENTS IN NEW AD CAMPAIGN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Defense Department marketers launched a new television and online advertising campaign today, but its primary target is not potential military recruits - it's their parents. In one of the handful of ads slated to begin airing nationally, a mother and father sit in their car parked outside a convenience store, talking as their teenage son runs inside. "The mil  more
DODEA TO PARTICIPATE IN RED RIBBON WEEK
ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Education Activity issued the following press release: The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) and many of its schools around the world will join military installations and schools throughout the United States in participating in Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week, sponsored by the National Family Partnership, will be observed from October 23-31. The Red Ribbon Campaign is now the oldest and largest drug prevent  more
DRUG BUST CUTTS OFF DISTRO IN SOUTHEST ANBAR
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: The flow of drugs in southwest Al Anbar province diminished last month after a bust of more than 500 pounds of narcotics. Marines with C Company, 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 5 disrupted the drug flow after a drug bust in western Al Anbar province, July 8, 2008. After the arrests, the company maintained their tempo of operations to prevent future ill  more
EDDIE BYNUM III DEFENDS NCAA DIVISION THREE CROWN
SALEM, Mass., March 16 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: He's done it again! SSC senior track speedster Eddie Bynum III of Lynn successfully defended his NCAA Division 3 indoor 55m dash title by posting a record time of 6.25 seconds in the final race of his collegiate career at the national championships hosted by Ohio Northern University this weekend. "I just tried to run as fast as a could and do what I had to do," said Bynum. "It's a great feeling to come out  more
Edwards Reports Huge 11-to-1 Cash Advantage Over Van
WACO, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Chet Edwards, a Democratic Party candidate running for re-election in Texas' 17th Congressional District, issued the following news release: Congressman Chet Edwards' campaign filed its October Quarterly Federal Elections Commission (FEC) reported Sunday, reporting $1.145 million cash-on-hand as of Sept. 30th. Meanwhile, the Van Taylor campaign reported just $102,495 cash-on-hand, despite a $100,000 loan from Taylor to his campaign. "With a 21-point lead in th  more
EIGHT INDUCTED INTO MISSOURI SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
ROLLA, Mo., April 18 -- The Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news release: Eight civil engineers with ties to Missouri University of Science and Technology were inducted into the Missouri S&T Academy of Civil Engineers during the academy's induction ceremony held April 18. The academy honors civil engineers for their contributions to the profession, leadership and involvement with Missouri S&T. The academy also serves as an advisory group to the Missouri S  more
EMORY BASEBALL LOOKS FOR AN ENCORE PERFORMANCE IN 2008
ATLANTA, Jan. 22 -- Emory University issued the following news release: In what became typical fashion for the 2007 squad, Emory battled until the very end of the season. The Eagles fought through 21 come from behind victories during the season, including 14 in the team's last at bat. They fought to a victory in the NCAA South Regional Championship game when they trailed by two to the home team in the top of the ninth. They fought back from an opening game loss in the NCAA Championship Tourna  more
EMORY MEN'S BASKETBALL LOSES TO CHICAGO
ATLANTA, Jan. 20 -- Emory University issued the following news release: The Emory University men's basketball closed out its initial University Athletic Association road swing of the season with a 91-65 loss to the University of Chicago on Sunday afternoon. The win boosted Chicago's record to 9-6 overall (2-1 UAA) while Emory saw its record drop to 8-6 (1-2 UAA). Sophomore Anthony Fernandez led the Emory effort with 17 points along with a team-high seven rebounds while senior Spiros Ferder  more
ENDICOTT COLLEGE DEFEATS LADY VIKINGS, 4-0
SALEM, Mass., Sept. 24 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The red-hot Endicott College Gulls field hockey team extended their winning streak to eight by defeating the Lady Vikings, 4-0, in a non-conference game played at Beverly. Endicott (9-1), who ended SSC's winning streak at three, received the eventual game-winner from senior midfielder Michelle Berard who deflected in a pass Jennifer Beech just 2:38 after the opening face-off. Berard would also add an assist f  more
ENERGY STAR OPERATION CHANGE OUT INITIAL RESULTS SAVE NEARLY $11 MILLION IN ENERGY COSTS AT 84 U.S. MILITARY BASES
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following press release: The United States Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the initial results of energy cost reduction by 84 military bases that have shifted away from traditional lighting to compact fluorescent light bulbs. These bases are participating in ENERGY STAR Operation Change Out -The Military Challenge, a joint effort with DOE and the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). Secretary Bodman launched this initiati  more
ESTABLISHMENT OF BORDER COORDINATION CENTER
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: Three officers and three NCO's of Pakistan Army have joined the Border Coordination Centre at Torkham, Afghanistan on Jul 21, 2008. The Officers from Afghanistan National Army and ISAF had already joined the centre. The aim of this coordination centre is to expedite the information sharing system against the illegal cross border movement on Pak - Afghan border.  more
EVERETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE GEOGRAPHY INSTRUCTOR GETS NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION TRAINING GRANT
EVERETT, Wash., Sept. 19 -- Everett Community College issued the following news release: Everett Community College geography instructor Kerry Lyste has received a two-year training grant from the National Science Foundation to enhance the college's geographic information system (GIS) program. EvCC was one of 20 colleges nationwide chosen to participate in the Integrated Geospatial Education and Technology Training (iGETT) grant. The goal is to help community and technical colleges meet the  more
FACT SHEET: EXISTING SANCTIONS AND REPORTING PROVISIONS RELATED TO NORTH KOREA
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation issued the following fact sheet: For Proliferation Activities: * Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act of 2000: Requires reporting to Congress of certain proliferation-related transfers to or from North Korea and allows for: a procurement ban; an assistance ban; a prohibition against certain arms-related sales under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA); and denial of licens  more
FAIRLY DEEP WOMEN'S SOCCER SQUAD PREPARES FOR NWAACC
WENATCHEE, Wash., Sept. 12 -- Wenatchee Valley College issued the following news release: Teams are not natural entities that come off the shelves packaged, polished and ready to roll. Particularly in community colleges, before a team truly becomes a team, it usually begins as a collection of girls from all areas of the state and beyond with different levels of skill and experience that must be tested and tweaked to see who fits in the right places. That's the situation that third-year wo  more
Fallin Honored for Support of Family Values
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., Oct. 9 -- The campaign of Mary Fallin, a Republican running for reelection in Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Mary Fallin (OK-05) has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by FRC (Family Research Council) Action and Focus on the Family Action for her unwavering commitment to American families. The award honors Members of Congress who have exhibited extraordinary leadership and commitment to the def  more
FDA APPROVES UPDATED LABELING FOR PSORIASIS DRUG RAPTIVA
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' Food & Drug Administration issued the following press release: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced labeling changes, including a Boxed Warning, to highlight the risks of life-threatening infections, including progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), with the use of Raptiva (efalizumab). The labeling changes are based on the FDA's post-market surveillance. The FDA is also requiring the submission   more
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Montana (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Montana. *** Prickett Construction Wins $420,907 Contract for Construction Services BILLINGS, Mont., Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior has awarded a $420,907 contract to Prickett Construction Inc., Chapman, Nev., to provide universal accessibility retrofits at Enders Dam and Trenton Dam recreation sites in McCook, Neb. The contract was awarded by department's Bureau of Reclamatio  more
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in New York (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in New York. *** Northrop Grumman Wins $143,373 Contract for Maintenance, Repair of Equipment BETHPAGE, N.Y., Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Defense Contract Management Agency has awarded a $143,373 contract to Northrop Grumman, Bethpage, N.Y., to provide maintenance, repair of equipment. For more information, contact Lorraine O'Regan at 516/346-9436 or e-mail lorraine.oregan@dcma.mil. *** Northrop Grumm  more
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Ohio (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Ohio. *** Burke Products Wins $59,840 Contract for Combination, Front Sight Adjusting Tools COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $59,840 contract to Burke Products, Inc., Xenia, Ohio, for combination and front sight adjusting tools. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Columbus. For more information, contact Betty Tatum at betty.tatum  more
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Pennsylvania (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Pennsylvania. *** Burle Industries Wins $950,958 Contract for Amplifier Subassembly Repair Services PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $950,958 contract to Burle Industries Inc., Lancaster, Pa., for amplifier subassembly repair services. The contract was awarded by Naval Supply Systems Command, Philadelphia. For more information, contact Jessica P. Rodriquez at 215/697-3801  more
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Virginia (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Virginia. *** Kellstrom Defense Aerospace Wins $78,400 Contract for Aircraft Components, Accessories RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $78,400 contract to Kellstrom Defense Aerospace Inc., Miramar, Fla., for aircraft components and accessories. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Richmond. For more information, contact Teresa Swai  more
Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Washington (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Washington. *** Big Pine Construction Wins $64,400 Contract for Bridge Repair Services OLYMPIA, Wash., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Forest Service has awarded a $64,400 contract to Big Pine Construction, Caldwell, Idaho, to provide repairs on the Gatton Creek Trail Bridge. The synopsis said detailed the work that would be done in the Olympic National Forest, including a new glu-lam girder, decking pan  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Arizona (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Arizona. *** Nammo Talley Wins $767,230 Contract for Ammunition, Explosives HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $767,230 contract to Nammo Talley Inc., Mesa, Ariz., for ammunition and explosives. The contract was awarded by the Air Force Materiel Command, Hill Air Force Base. For more information, contact Roger Mott a  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in California (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in California. *** ATK Mission Research Wins $26.11 Million Contract for Research, Development Services ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $26.11 million contract to A.T.K. Mission Research, Goleta, Calif., to provide research and development services associated with the Space Threat Assessment Testbed (STAT) Program.   more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Colorado (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Colorado. *** BJC Development Wins $1.92 Million Contract for Rental Services WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. General Services Administration has awarded a $1.92 million contract to BJC Development Corp., Denver, Colo., for the rental of 9,200 rentable square feet yielding 7,700 usable square feet for the government's exclusive use in the building at Bro  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Connecticut (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Connecticut. *** Murray Benjamin Electric Wins $61,533 Contract for Circuit Breakers COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $61,533 contract to Murray Benjamin Electric Co., Stamford, Conn., for circuit breakers. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Columbus. For more information, contact John Kirk  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in District of Columbia (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in District of Columbia. *** PHF II Orion Senior Mezz Wins $67,208 Contract for Conference Space, Hotel Services AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded $67,208 contract to PHF II Orion Senior Mezz LLC, Washington, for conference space and hotel services. The contract was awarded by Department of Veterans Affairs Corpo  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Florida (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Florida. *** Dreamfind Wins $39,436 Contract for Spring Loaded, Shaft Seal Assemblies COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $39,436 contract to Dreamfind Inc., Winter Park, Fla., for spring loaded and shaft seal assemblies. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Columbus. For more information, cont  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Georgia (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Georgia. *** Engineered Fabrics Wins $31,825 Contract for Plain Seals PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 25 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $31,825 contract to Engineered Fabrics Corp., Rockmart, Ga., for plain seals. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center. For more information, contact Sharon Sax at sharon.sax@dla.mil. *** Corner  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Illinois (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Illinois. *** Del Mar Wins $120,485 Contract for Mechanical Operations, Maintenance Services CHICAGO, Oct. 24 -- The General Services Administration has awarded a $120,485 contract to Del Mar Inc., Berwyn, Ill., to provide mechanical operations and maintenance services. The contract was awarded by the GSA's Public Buildings Service. For more informat  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Indiana (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Indiana. *** Hoosier Industrial Supply Wins $81,180 Contract for Shouldered Shafts COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $81,180 contract to Hoosier Industrial Supply Inc., Goshen, Ind., for shouldered shafts. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Columbus. For more information, contact Charles Bar  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Louisiana (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Louisiana. *** JGILS Wins $46,578 Contract for Vehicular Equipment Components COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 25 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $46,578 contract to JGILS LLC, Slidell, La., for vehicular equipment components. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Columbus. For more information, contact Kevin Devers or kevin.de  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Maryland (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Maryland. *** Phoenix Trading Wins $30,385 Contract for Ring Supports RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $30,385 contract to Phoenix Trading Inc., Rockville, Md., for ring supports. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Richmond. For more information, contact Geraldine Green at geraldine.green@d  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Michigan (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Michigan. *** Gladd Wins $24,000 Contract for Side-Scan Inspection Services NORFOLK, Va., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded $24,000 contract to Gladd Inc., Plymouth, Mich., for a side scan inspection onboard USCGC Cormorant (WPB-87313) in Providence, R.I. The contract award was set aside for small business. The contract wa  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Minnesota (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Minnesota. *** Kato Engineering Wins $73,804 Contract Ball Bearings RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 25 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $73,804 contract to Kato Engineering Inc., North Mankato, Minn., for ball bearings. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Richmond. For more information, contact Donnie Graves at donnie.graves@d  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Nebraska (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Nebraska. *** BSB Construction Wins $308,474 Contract for Real Property Maintenance Services BILLINGS, Mont., Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior has awarded a $308,474 contract to BSB Construction Inc., Curtis, Neb., for real property maintenance services. The synopsis said: "The work shall include the furnishing and installation of: concret  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in New Jersey (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in New Jersey. *** West Bay Construction Wins $627,300 Contract for Main Entrance Improvement Services CLEVELAND, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded a $627,300 contract to West Bay Construction Inc., Linwood, N.J., to improve the main entrance at the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center, Cape May, N.J. The contract was awarded by t  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in New York (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in New York. *** Complete Packaging & Shipping Supplies Wins $29,413 Contract for Containers, Packaging, Packing Supplies NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa., Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $29,413 contract to Complete Packaging & Shipping Supplies Inc., Freeport, N.Y., for domestic, corrugated and fiberboard shipping boxes for Defense Distribution D  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in North Carolina (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in North Carolina. *** Tactical Support Equipment Wins $86,726 Contract for Loudspeaker Amplifiers COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $86,726 contract to Tactical Support Equipment Inc., Fayetteville, N.C., for loudspeaker amplifiers. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Columbus. For more informa  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Ohio (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Ohio. *** Baker & Associates Wins $160,230 Contract for Portable Electric Hand Lighting Equipment ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $160,230 contract to Baker & Associates Inc., Dayton, Ohio, for portable, electric hand lighting equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command, Rock Islan  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Oregon (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Oregon. *** Howco Distributing Wins $28,015 Contract for Linear, Actuating Cylinder Assemblies COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 24 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $28,015 contract to Howco Distributing Co., Portland, Ore., for linear, actuating cylinder assemblies. The contract was awarded by the DLA's Defense Supply Center, Columbus. *** Nancy J.  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Pennsylvania (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Pennsylvania. *** Burle Industries Wins $950,958 Contract for Amplifier Subassembly Repair Services PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $950,958 contract to Burle Industries Inc., Lancaster, Pa., for amplifier subassembly repair services. The contract was awarded by Naval Supply Systems Command, Philadelphia. For more information, cont  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Texas (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Texas. *** Angel Staffing Wins $115,000 Contract for Medical Services SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $115,000 contract to Angel Staffing Inc., San Antonio, to provide medical services. The contract was awarded by the Department of Veterans Affairs South Texas Health Care System. For more information, conta  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Virginia (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Virginia. *** Forensic Drug & Alcohol Testing Wins $40.23 Million Contract for Specimen Collection Services WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $40.23 million contract to Forensic Drug & Alcohol Testing LLC, Chantilly, Va., for specimen collection services. The synopsis said: "The contractor must be able to perform u  more
Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Washington (Oct. 25)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Washington. *** Xplore Fitness Wins $24,480 Contract for Gym Memberships SEATTLE, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded a $24,480 contract to Xplore Fitness Inc., Seattle, for gym memberships for U.S. Coast Guard personnel stationed at the 13th Coast Guard district. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Coast Guard, Seattle. Fo  more
FIRE PREVENTION / ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT EVENTS DONE BY GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT
GLENDALE, Calif., Feb. 1 -- The Glendale Fire Department issued the following newsletter: Firefighter Recruitment In January, 222 individuals were interviewed for the position of Firefighter Recruit which, upon completion of the training academy, become Firefighters. Some 74 passed the interview portion of the exam and moved on to the physical abilities test held at Mt. San Antonio College on February 10. The pool of candidates is now 63 and we are in the midst of performing background che  more
FIREFLIES' GLOW HELPS RESEARCHERS TRACK CANCER DRUG'S EFFECTIVENESS
DALLAS, May 29 -- The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: The gene that allows fireflies to flash is helping researchers track the effectiveness of anti-cancer drugs over time. UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers are among the first to show that a technique called bioluminescence imaging (BLI) can be used to determine the effectiveness of cancer drugs that choke off a tumor's blood supply. The technique requires a substrate called  more
FOOTBALL: DEFENSE'S EFFORT VALIANT IN LOSS TO NO. 14 SOUTHERN ILLINOIS
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio, Oct. 18 -- Youngstown State University issued the following news release: The defense tried to keep the Youngstown State football team in the game for more than three quarters, but the Penguins could never get on track offensively in a 33-0 loss to 14th-ranked Southern Illinois at Stambaugh Stadium on Saturday. It was the first shutout loss at home for the Penguins since September 1995. YSU (2-6 overall and 1-3 in the Missouri Valley Football Conference) allowed a touchdo  more
FORCES TARGET TALIBAN IN AFGHANISTAN'S HELMAND, GHAZNI PROVINCES
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Afghan and coalition forces killed three militants in two separate engagements in Afghanistan's Helmand province, and detained eight Taliban fighters in Ghazni province, military officials reported. In Helmand, militants attacked Afghan and coalition forces conducting a combat security patrol. Militants used rocket-propelled grenades and machine-gun fire. Afghan   more
FORESTRY STUDENTS NAMED FIRST RECIPIENTS OF MASON PRIZE
CORVALLIS, Ore., June 5 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: The first recipients of Oregon State University's Mason Prize for Integrity and Moral Courage are Cristina Eisenberg and Daniel Donato, graduate students in the OSU College of Forestry. The prize, which includes an honorarium of $1,000 to each recipient, is designed to "honor, encourage, and empower people at Oregon State University whose work demonstrates academic virtues." It was created earlier this ye  more
FORMER ASU BASKETBALL STANDOUT GETS SIGNATURE SHOE
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Aug. 8 -- Alabama State University issued the following news release: What do NBA star Ron Artest and Alabama State University alumnus Corey Williams have in common? They both have a signature basketball shoe from the K1X (spoken "kay-one-ex") athletic brand, a shoe and apparel company in Germany. Corey Williams, a basketball standout for ASU from 1997 to 1999, has definitely made a name for himself. He is the first streetball player not in the NBA to get a signature shoe  more
FORMER HEAD OF THE LITERATURE DEPT IN THE ARMENIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
MONT ALTO, Pa., Oct. 20 -- Pennsylvania State University at Mont Alto issued the following news release: Dr. Azat Yeghiazaryan of Armenia will present his most recent book published by Costa Mesa, Daredevils of Sasun: Poetics of an Epic, at Penn State Mont Alto on Tuesday, October 28. He will be visiting with honor students from the Mont Alto campus at 5 p.m. and then address the campus community at 7 p.m. in the Multipurpose Activities Center. Passed down by word of mouth through the magi  more
FORMER MAYWOOD POLICE OFFICER SENTENCED TO COUNTY JAIL
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17 -- The Los Angeles County District Attorney issued the following news release: A former Maywood Police officer convicted in June of using excessive force and filing a false police report was sentenced to jail today, the District Attorney's Office announced. Deputy District Attorney Margo Baxter of the Justice System Integrity Division said Michael Singleton, 43, was sentenced to 18 months in county jail and three years of formal probation. Singleton also was ordered to  more
Former Reagan Defense Advisor Bing West Presents Public Lecture On Iraq
NEWPORT, R.I., Oct. 21 -- Salve Regina University issued issued the following order: Francis J. "Bing" West, who served as Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs under President Ronald Reagan, will present a lecture, "The Strongest Tribe: War, Politics, and the Endgame in Iraq" on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. at Salve Regina's Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy. West's talk, part of the Pell Center Lecture Series, is free and open to the pub  more
FORUM TO EXPLORE PROS AND CONS OF OFFSHORE AQUACULTURE IN PACIFIC NORTHWEST
NEWPORT, Ore., Sept. 3 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: Should the Pacific Northwest take advantage of its clean, cold ocean water and its links to Pacific Rim countries by developing an offshore aquaculture program? That is the key question participants in a two-day workshop will discuss Sept. 9-10 at Oregon State University's Hatfield Marine Science Center. The event, "Offshore Aquaculture in the Pacific Northwest," is sponsored by numerous federal and state   more
FUNDING BILL FOR MILITARY CONSTRUCTION, VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEFENSE AND HOMELAND SECURITY PASSES SENATE WITH AKAKA'S SUPPORT
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following news release: Today U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-HI) was pleased to vote in favor of H.R. 2638, the Consolidated Security Disaster continuing resolution which includes the FY2009 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Defense, and Homeland Security Appropriations bill. The bill passed the Senate by a vote of 78-12 and now goes to the President. If signed by the President, the bill would also provide  more
FUNDING BILL INCLUDES $60 MILLION FOR LOCAL DEFENSE PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Sam Farr, D-Calif. (17th CD), issued the following press release: Congressman Sam Farr (D-Carmel) today voted with an overwhelming majority of his colleagues to continue funding the federal government into March. In addition to funding general government programs, the bill includes $60.54 million for many Central Coast projects. "We've had a lot of trouble this year agreeing on funding bills, primarily because offshore drilling became such a big sticking point,  more
GE Animal Technologies Promise to Enhance Human Health
SAN DIEGO, June 18 -- The Biotechnology Industries Association issued the following news release: Genetically engineered (GE) animals provide innovative technologies that are transforming public health through biomedical, food and environmental applications, according to a scientific report released today at the BIO 2008 International Convention . The report, Genetically Engineered Animals and Public Health - Compelling Benefits for Health Care, Nutrition, the Environment and Animal Welfar  more
GOV. O'MALLEY APPOINTS FORMER U.S. ARMY RESERVES CAPTAIN EISWERT TO DISTRICT COURT FOR GARRETT COUNTY
ANNAPOLIS, Md., Oct. 15 -- Gov. Martin O'Malley, D-Md., issued the following news release: Governor O'Malley announced today the appointment of Mr. Leonard J. Eiswert to the District Court for Garrett County. "I am honored to appoint Leonard Eiswert to the District Court for Garrett County," said Governor O'Malley. "Mr. Eiswert has led a distinguished career in both civil and criminal law, and I am confident that he will be an outstanding addition to the bench." Since 1979, Mr. Eiswert  more
GROUP HELPS MILITARY FAMILIES TAKE FLIGHT
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: While on patrol in northern Iraq last year, Army Spc. Kevin Hardin of Jupiter, Fla., was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade. He suffered injuries to his hands and arms. As a result, some of his fingers were amputated. Shrapnel penetrated his skull, leaving inoperable injuries. Twenty surgeries later, and while recovering at Walter Reed Army Medical Center here, Ha  more
Heinrich Scores Big Win at Tonight's Debate
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Oct. 22 -- The campaign of Martin Heinrich, a Democrat running for Congress in New Mexico's 1st Congressional District, issued the following news release: Tonight Martin Heinrich made a clear case to voters in the First Congressional District that he is the best candidate to represent them in Congress. "Tonight I spoke directly to voters concerned about the challenges confronting our nation," said Martin Heinrich. "My experience on the Albuquerque City Council cutting ta  more
HOME SCHOOLING UNDER ATTACK IN CALIFORNIA
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Joseph R. Pitts, R-Pa. (16th CD), issued the following column: On February 28, a California court of appeals issued a ruling in a juvenile court proceeding that made almost all forms of home schooling in California a violation of state law. The court concluded that "persons between the ages of 6 and 18 must be in a public full-time day school," while providing exceptions only for "private full-time day school" or those "instructed by a tutor who holds a valid stat  more
HORNET FOOTBALL OPENS WITH 42-0 WIN OVER WESTERN STATE
EMPORIA, Kan., Aug. 30 -- Emporia State University issued the following news release: The Emporia State defense posted its first shutout since 2000 in a 42-0 season opening win over Western (Colo.) State on Saturday night. The win was ESU's third straight non-conference win and the first shutout in 86 games dating back to a 24-0 win over Missouri Southern in the fourth game of the 2000 season. Andre Sloan El was 14 of 17 for 185 yards and a touchdown through the air and added a game high 6  more
HORNETS DEFEAT TIGERS
EMPORIA, Kan., Sept. 20 -- Emporia State University issued the following news release: Emporia State rolled up 371 yards of total offense on the MIAA's top defense on the way to a 24-13 victory over Ft. Hays State on Saturday afternoon on Jones Field at Welch Stadium. The Hornets took the opening kickoff and drove to the Tigers 11 yard line before settling for a Matt Perry field goal to take a 3-0 lead. FHSU answered with an 11 play, 71 yard drive of their own to take a 7-3 lead on Anthony  more
Hot Wheels: Vehicle Theft Continuing to Decline
NEW YORK, July 9 -- The Insurance Information Institute issued the following news release: Hot Wheels 2008, the National Insurance Crime Bureau's (NICB) companion study to its annual Hot Spots auto theft report examines data reported to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and determines the vehicle make, model, and model year most reported stolen in 2007. See the full report at www.nicb.org. For 2007, the most stolen vehicles* in the nation were: 1. 1995 Honda Civic 2. 1991   more
HOUSE COMMITTEE AMENDS MILITARY PROTECTIVE ORDER PROCESS AFTER MARIA LAUTERBACH CASE
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: The House Armed Services Committee passed two amendments last night sponsored by Ohio Congressman Michael Turner (OH-03) as a result of the case of Marine Lance Corporal Maria Lauterbach who was allegedly raped and murdered by fellow Marine Corporal Cesar Laurean. "For months, Mary Lauterbach and I have been working together to review the system which left her daughter vulnerable to the traged  more
HOUSE PASSES H.R. 5658, FY 2009 NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Robert J. Wittman (VA-01) today announced that the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5658, the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act of 2008 by a vote of 384 to 23. H.R. 5658 authorizes $531.4 billion for the Department of Defense (DoD) and the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DoE). It also includes $70 billion to support ongoing military operation  more
HOUSE PROTECTS CUSTODY RIGHTS OF MILITARY PARENTS
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: For the second time in two years, the U.S. House has passed Congressman Michael Turner's (OH-03) provision to protect the custody rights of military parents. In May of 2007, the U.S. House passed, as part of the Defense Authorization Bill, a provision Rep. Turner introduced to restrict courts from changing the custody of a service member's child while they are deployed and unable to participat  more
IN MAIDEN SPEECH, SEN. WICKER CALLS ON CONGRESS TO INCREASE EFFORTS TO REBUILD GULF COAST
WASHINGTON, March 6 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: In his maiden speech today on the floor of the U.S. Senate, Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) drew attention to the challenges still facing Mississippi's Gulf Coast and called on Congress to act in order to help South Mississippi fully recover from Hurricane Katrina. In his remarks, Sen. Wicker outlined the continued challenges facing many in Mississippi, saying, "For most citizens on the Mississi  more
INAUGURAL ALUMNI GAME PLAYED AT NEW SALEM STATE COLLEGE FIELD
SALEM, Mass., June 1 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The question asked to all of the former SSC baseball players who came together for the first Alumni Game played at the college's new state-of-the-art facility by the game's umpire and former assistant coach Tom Roundy was simple and direct, "Is this heaven?. And the overwhelming response by the Alumni in attendance was a resounding, "Yes it is!". It's in the books. The first ever official SSC Baseball Alumni  more
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE CENTRAL DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA ON OCT. 17: CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE AT LOS ANGELES AIR FORCE BASE ARRESTED ON FEDERAL CHARGES OF SOLICITING BRIBES FROM CONTRACTOR
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Attorney's office for the Central District of California issued the following press release: A Los Angeles man who worked at the Los Angeles Air Force base has been arrested on federal bribery charges for soliciting and receiving kickbacks from a contractor to whom he steered work. Alejandro Rivera, 38, of the Westchester district of Los Angeles, was arrested Thursday afternoon after allegedly receiving a kickback of $15,766 from a m  more
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF GEORGIA ON NOV. 20: MORTGAGE FRAUD DEFENDANTS SENTENCED TO PRISON
ATLANTA, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for the Northern District of Georgia issued the following press release: ERIC FRIEDMAN, 46, of Atlanta, Georgia, BRIANNE FRIEDMAN, 28, of Tucker, Georgia, and TIMOTHY BAUER, 51, of Braselton, Georgia were sentenced today by United States District Judge Orinda D. Evans. Last Friday, November 16, 2007, Judge Evans also sentenced co-defendant and former attorney MICHAEL HIPE, 43, of Cumming, Georgia. "The defendants w  more
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA ON OCT. 10: MAN SENTENCED TO SERVE 78 MONTHS IN FEDERAL PRISON FOR POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for the Southern District of California issued the following press release: United States Attorney Karen P. Hewitt announced that Jon M. Bona was sentenced today in federal court in San Diego based upon his conviction for one count of possession of child pornography, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 2252(a)(4)(B). United States District Court Judge Irma E. Gonzalez sentenced Bona to serve78 mont  more
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA ON OCT. 17: MAN SENTENCED TO SERVE 168 MONTHS IN FEDERAL PRISON FOR RECEIPT OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for the Southern District of California issued the following press release: Thanh Do was sentenced today in federal court in San Diego by United States District Court Judge Thomas J. Whelan to serve 168 months in custody and 15 years of supervised release based on Do's conviction for receipt of child pornography, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 2252(a)(2), announced United States Attorney Karen  more
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA ON OCT. 20: TWO FORMER BORDER PATROL AGENTS CHARGED WITH SMUGGLING ALIENS ARE ARRESTED IN MEXICO
SAN DIEGO, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for the Southern District of California issued the following press release: United States Attorney Karen P. Hewitt announced today the unsealing of an 18-count indictment against two former United States Border Patrol (BP) agents, Raul Villarreal and Fidel Villarreal, as well as Claudia Gonzalez and Armando Garcia. On October 18, 2008, former BP agents Raul and Fidel Villarreal were arrested, along with Armando Garc  more
INLAND EMPIRE ENTREPRENEUR TO BE AWARDED HONORARY DOCTORATE AT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN BERNARDINO
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., June 2 -- California State University San Bernardino issued the following news release: Neale Perkins, a long-time supporter and strong advocate for higher education, has been named a recipient of an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters by Cal State San Bernardino. Perkins, of Lake Arrowhead, will be honored at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at the university's College of Social and Behavioral Sciences commencement ceremony at the university's Coussoulis Arena. Founder o  more
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION ON LINDA JORDAN VS. SECOND INJURY FUND OF IOWA
DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 15 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 8-683 / 08-0346 Filed October 15, 2008 LINDA JORDAN, Petitioner-Appellant, vs. SECOND INJURY FUND OF IOWA, Respondent-Appellee. Appeal from the Iowa District Court for Linn County, Patrick Grady, Judge. Linda Jordan appeals from the district court order affirming the workers' compensation commissioner's finding that her claim against the Second Injury  more
IOWA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION ON STATE OF IOWA VS. DOMINICK RONALD MARCOTT
DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 15 -- The Iowa Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE COURT OF APPEALS OF IOWA No. 8-791 / 08-0402 Filed October 15, 2008 STATE OF IOWA, Plaintiff-Appellee, vs. DOMINICK RONALD MARCOTT, Defendant-Appellant. Appeal from the Iowa District Court for Scott County, Gary D. McKenrick, Judge. Dominick Marcott appeals his sentences for third-degree theft and operating a motor vehicle without the owner's consent. AFFIRMED. Mark C. Smi  more
IRAQI GOVERNMENT INVESTS IN EDUCATION
CAMP TAJI, Iraq, Oct. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following news feature article: By Sgt. 1st Class Christina Bhatti 2nd Stryker Brigade Education is a key investment for any country. To help make that investment a reality, the government of Iraq has taken the lead to ensure many battle damaged schools get the face lift they desperately need. Multi-National Division - Baghdad Soldiers from 1st Battalion 14th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade C  more
IRI Bestows Holland Award for Article on Integrated Business Models
DENVER, Oct. 15 -- The Industrial Research Institute issued the following news release: The Industrial Research Institute (IRI) announced yesterday the winners of its prestigious Holland Award during a reception at its member summit in Denver, Colo. The award, given to those who exemplify originality of new management concepts in articles published in IRI's journal, Research-Technology Management (RTM), went to Raymond R. Cosner, E. Jefferson Hynds, Alan R. Fusfeld, Carl V. Loweth, Charles Sc  more
Is Your Business Properly Insured? Ask Your Insurer The Four Most Important Questions
NEW YORK, Feb. 19 -- The Insurance Information Institute issued the following news release: Today, businesses face greater risks than ever before. In addition to such typical risks as theft and fire, there are a host of other risks that are unique to each particular type of business. That's why it is essential that businessowners make sure they buy the right type and amount of insurance and update their policies annually to include improvements, major purchases and increased rebuilding costs   more
ISOF PREPARES FOR FUTURE WITHOUT U.S. FORCES
BALAD, Iraq, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: The 6th Battalion, 1st Iraqi Special Operations Forces Brigade commandos in southern Iraq are learning all they can about counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency techniques from U.S. Special Forces Soldiers. Through a foreign internal defense partnership, the U.S. Special Forces detachment has teamed up with ISOF to teach them how to conduct kinetic operations and sustain security in Iraq. "It'  more
IT'S OFFICIAL: $230 MILLION HEADED TO WRIGHT-PATTERSON
WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: $230 million is headed to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base after President Bush's signature on Monday of the Defense Authorization Bill. The $230 million in Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) construction funds was appropriated in December but separate legislation was required to authorize the spending. Miami Valley Congressman Michael Turner (OH-03), a leading advocate for Wright-Patterson's fu  more
JOINT ENABLING CAPABILITIES COMMAND UP, RUNNING
NORFOLK, Va., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs Government and military officials gathered here today for the activation of U.S. Joint Forces Command's (USJFCOM) new Joint Enabling Capabilities Command (JECC). Current Standing Joint Force Headquarters (SJFHQ) Director Marine Corps Brig. Gen. William D. Beydler is the new organization's first commander and reports directly to the c  more
JOINT STATEMENT BY THE FOREIGN MINISTERS OF THE GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL, EGYPT, JORDAN, IRAQ, AND THE UNITED STATES
MANAMA, Bahrain, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: The Foreign Ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, and the United States met today in New York to consult on issues of mutual concern and to coordinate their efforts to promote regional peace and security. Motivated by their shared vision of regional security, stability, peace, and prosperity, the parties to this statement (the GCC states, Egypt, Jordan, Iraq, and the United St  more
KEARSARGE COMPLETES HUMANITARIAN VISIT TO DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Southern Command issued the following press release: Medical and Engineering crews from the amphibious ship USS Kearsarge completed a 14-day humanitarian assistance visit to the Dominican Republic Oct. 16. Kearsarge is in the region as part of the second phase of Continuing Promise, a humanitarian mission that included similar assistance provided by the crew of the USS Boxer during visits to Guatemala, El Salvador and Pe  more
KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO A NEW GENERATION OF VETERANS
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Phil Hare, D-Ill. (17th CD), issued the following column: On June 30, President Bush signed the GI Bill of Rights for the 21st Century, despite his early and vocal objections. I am glad he did. But even in signing, the President argued that by increasing post-service educational benefits for those who risked their lives in defense of our country, Congress was playing fast and loose with the federal budget and seriously threatening re-enlistment rates. I could  more
Kilinochchi battle-front active
Colombo, Oct. 25 -- The Killinochchi battle front remained active during the past 48 hours as advancing troops of the 57 Division and Task Force - I engaged in heavy clashes with the terrorists guarding the outskirts of its administrative town. According to military reports the 57 Division and Task Force I were engaged in separate clashes with the LTTE in the areas of Iranamadu, Manniyankulam and Pallawarayankaddu whilst clashes also erupted in the Panikkankulam area south of Kilinochchi on   more
KILLING BACTERIA ISN'T ENOUGH TO RESTORE IMMUNE FUNCTION AFTER INFECTION, RESEARCHERS FIND
DALLAS, Sept. 10 -- The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: A bacterial molecule that initially signals to animals that they have been invaded must be wiped out by a special enzyme before an infected animal can regain full health, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found. Using a genetically engineered mouse model, the team found that simply eradicating the infection-causing bug isn't enough to restore an animal's immune fun  more
KOREAN-U.S. SECURITY COUNCIL EVENTS ANNOUNCED
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following media advisory: Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates hosts an honor cordon to welcome Republic of Korea Minister of National Defense Lee Sang-hee to the Pentagon Oct. 17 at 10:30 a.m. EDT. The cordon will be held on the steps of the Pentagon River Entrance. Secretary Gates and Minister of National Defense Lee will conduct a joint press conference Oct. 17 at 1:15 p.m. in the DoD Briefing Studio, Pentagon 2E973. Jo  more
LADY VIKINGS DEFEAT ENDICOTT, 71-67
SALEM, Mass., Jan. 9 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The Lady Vikings received a season-high 29 points from sophomore center Danielle Jenkins (Marlborough) en route to a 71-67 non-conference victory over north shore neighbor Endicott College at George MacDonald Gymnasium. Jenkins made 13 of her 26 field goal attempts in 29 minutes of action. She also added a season-high five blocks and collected seven rebounds. The Lady Vikings went on a 10-1 run on their way to   more
LEADING ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS SUPPORT SENATE PLAN TO REDUCE SCHOOL ENERGY COSTS
ALBANY, N.Y., Aug. 15 -- New York State Sen. Craig Johnson, D-Garden City (7th District), issued the following news release: The State's leading environmental groups today expressed support for a Senate Majority plan to give school districts the ability to reduce their soaring energy costs through a series of initiatives designed to increase energy efficiency and promote alternative energy sources. The Natural Resources Defense Council, the Citizens Campaign for the Environment and Audubon  more
LENOVO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TO ADDRESS BUSINESS SUMMIT NOV. 18
GREENSBORO, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The University of North Carolina-Greensboro issued the following press release: William J. Amelio, CEO of Lenovo, one of the world's largest personal computer manufacturers, will be one of two keynote speakers at the third annual UNCG Business Summit, presented by MidCarolina Bank. He will be joined by UNCG's new chancellor, Dr. Linda P. Brady. The focus of both speakers will be on the relationship between higher education and the business community. The eve  more
Leverage Information Systems Wins $27,554 Contract for Light Emitting Diode Signs
BILLINGS, Mont. , Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Defense Contract Management Agency has awarded a $27,554 contract to Leverage Information Systems, Woodinville, Wash., for light emitting diode signs.   more
LIONFISH DECIMATING OTHER TROPICAL FISH POPULATIONS, THREATEN CORAL REEFS
CORVALLIS, Ore., July 17 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: The invasion of predatory lionfish in the Caribbean region poses yet another major threat there to coral reef ecosystems - a new study has found that within a short period after the entry of lionfish into an area, the survival of other reef fishes is slashed by about 80 percent. Aside from the rapid and immediate mortality of marine life, the loss of herbivorous fish also sets the stage for seaweeds to p  more
LOBO RUNNING BACK MAKES HUGE GAINS ON FIELD, IN LIFE
ALPINE, Texas, Oct. 1 -- Sul Ross State University issued the following news release: Jermaine Swearington bounced back from life's hard hits and is now taking positive strides for himself and the Sul Ross State University football team. Problems with the law and a subsequent three-and-a-half year prison sentence limited Swearington to a single season of high school competition at Odessa Permian High School. After a five-year absence from the gridiron, he is making the most of a second cha  more
LOBOS' WILLIAMS NAMED ASC DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
ALPINE, Texas, Oct. 1 -- Sul Ross State University issued the following news release: Sul Ross State University junior cornerback Johnnie Williams, Hempstead, has been named American Southwest Conference Defensive Player of the Week after leading the Lobo defense in a 17-0 shutout win over visiting Howard Payne Sept. 27. Williams posted seven tackles, including six solo stops, two for losses and recorded an interception which set up a Lobo touchdown. He also tallied a break-up in the Lobos  more
LT. GOV. BROWN PRESIDES OVER FIRST BRACSTAT MEETING
ANNAPOLIS, Md., Oct. 8 -- Lt. Gov. Anthony G. Brown, D-Md., has issued the following news release: Lt. Governor Anthony G. Brown presided today over the first official meeting of BRACSTAT. A management tool based on the highly touted CitiStat and StateStat programs, BRACSTAT tracks progress on the specific items laid out in the Maryland State BRAC Action Plan and provides matrices to measure the arrival of jobs, residents and students to Maryland. "Governor O'Malley and I believe in effect  more
M.D. ANDERSON STUDY FINDS RACIAL DISPARITIES EXIST IN RADIATION THERAPY RATES FOR EARLY STAGE BREAST CANCER
HOUSTON, Sept. 4 -- The University of Texas System of MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: Black women are less likely than white women to receive radiation therapy after a lumpectomy, the standard of care for early stage breast cancer, according to a new study by researchers at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. The study, the largest of its kind, was presented today in advance of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Breast Cancer Sym  more
MACK ATTACK LEADS PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL PAST UMASS DARTMOUTH
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Sept. 27 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: It was another Mack Attack Saturday afternoon at Currier Field. Senior Jeff Mack (Milford, N.H.) rushed for a career-high 218 yards and a touchdown as Plymouth State University ran past the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, 30-10, in the New England Football Conference Boyd Division opener for both schools. Plymouth State (3-1 overall) ran the ball on 70 of its 72 plays from scrimmage, gaining   more
MACK LEADS PLYMOUTH STATE FOOTBALL PAST ENDICOTT
BEVERLY, Mass., Oct. 11 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Senior running back Jeff Mack (Milford, N.H.) ran for a career-high 228 yards on 22 carries and scored three touchdowns Saturday afternoon as Plymouth State University downed Endicott College, 36-14, in a New England Football Conference Boyd Division contest at Endicott Stadium. Mack rushed for over 200 yards for the third time in six games this season, in addition to a 197-yard effort a week ago. He le  more
MAN ARRAIGNED ON COMPLAINT CHARGING HIM WITH POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation's San Diego Field Office issued the following press release: United States Attorney Karen P. Hewitt announced the arraignment and unsealing today of a criminal complaint charging William Joseph Hazlitt with possession of child pornography. Mr. Hazlitt was arrested by Federal Bureau of Investigation agents, assisted by San Diego County Sheriff's deputies, on Wednesday, September 10, 2008, at approximately 8  more
MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO POSSESSION OF CHILD PORNOGRAPHY, POSSESSION OF PROHIBITED FIREARM
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation's San Diego Field Office issued the following press release: United States Attorney Karen P. Hewitt announced that Jimmy Warren Miller pled guilty today in federal court in San Diego to an Information charging him with one count of possession of child pornography, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 2252(a)(4)(B), and one count of possession of a prohibited firearm in violation of Title 1  more
MANAGEMENT PROFESSOR'S BOOK URGES AMERICANS TO CREATE THEIR OWN FUTURE
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa., Oct. 21 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release: As America's leading politicians and candidates attempt to create a future for the nation that is appealing to its citizens, a Penn State Harrisburg faculty member is urging citizens to craft their own future. "The America of the future should not happen to citizens, but should instead be created by citizens," James T. Ziegenfuss Jr. writes in his newest book. Encouraging the nation's citiz  more
MASSACHUSETTS SUPPORTS AMERICA'S HIGH-TECH ARMY
NATICK, Mass., Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Teams from the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center and the Program Executive Officer Soldier joined forces to visit the Massachusetts State House in Boston to tell the Army's high-tech story. The theme, Massachusetts technology supporting the high-tech Army, was demonstrated in a four-hour show consisting of displays manned by subject matter experts who answered   more
MASSING OF THE COLORS CEREMONY PLANNED MARCH 2
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: A Congressional Medal of Honor recipient will highlight the 2008 Massing of the Colors ceremony at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 2, in Summerall Chapel at The Citadel. The General Westmoreland Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars and The Citadel conducts the annual ceremony that pledges faith in the colors of the United States. It begins with a procession of flags and concludes with patriotic service dedicated t  more
MEN DEFEAT ITHACA IN HOOPS OPENER
POTSDAM, N.Y., Nov. 16 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: Junior Alvin Dike scored 18 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, including eight on the offensive glass, as SUNY Potsdam rallied for a 93-82 victory over Ithaca College in the opening game of the Casella Waste Services North Country Tip-Off Classic Friday night at Clarkson University's Alumni Gymnasium. The Bears moved to 1-0 with the season-opening win, while the Bombers fell to 0-1. Ithac  more
MEN'S BASKETBALL
WENATCHEE, Wash., July 15 -- Wenatchee Valley College issued the following news release: Although last season did not end up the way we wanted it too, we are looking at adding a very good recruiting class to a strong group of returners in order to make a strong push at getting back to the NWAACC Tournament. We have 7 players returning for their second year in the program including Greg Giese, Dean Shinn, Bill Buckingham, Matt Best, Drew Ross and Kale Baker. This group had a good spring, worki  more
MIAMI VALLEY PLAYS KEY ROLE IN DESTROYING ROGUE SATELLITE
WASHINGTON, March 7 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Recently, the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base played a critical role in the successful destruction of a stray satellite. This successful operation underscores the importance of the work done at Wright-Patterson and the need to prepare the base for our upcoming expansion. Successes like the destruction of the satellite also demon  more
MISSISSIPPI IS IDEAL LOCATION FOR BIO AND AGRO-DEFENSE FACILITY
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: Nearly seven years ago, the terrorist attacks on America changed the way we look at security in our country. In the aftermath of September 11, our government identified other targets that were at risk. Due to the harm a disruption of our food supply would have on our nation and our economy, our country's livestock was identified as one of those targets. Steps have now been taken to address this vulne  more
MISSOURI NATIONAL GUARD HONORS BETHANY NATIVE
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., April 2 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: A Bethany native, along with her organization, received the Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award March 28 from the Missouri Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve at Fort Leonard Wood. Army Community Services and its director, Lynn Morgan, were honored for their exceptional support they provide to their employees who serve in the Army National Guard and Reserves. Morga  more
MND-SOLDIERS ATTACKED IN MOSUL
MOSUL, Iraq, Oct. 7 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: A Multi-National Division - North Soldier died of wounds sustained from a small-arms fire attack in Mosul, Oct. 7. At approximately 12:30 a.m., a local family reported to Iraqi Police that a suspected Al-Qaeda in Iraq member entered their home wearing a suicide vest, and the family fled. Iraqi Police approached the house and received small-arms fire from suspected AQI members who had entered the ho  more
MODEL FOR CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKING - THE DAYTON WAY
WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: In recent weeks members have once again turned their attention to the seemingly wasteful and secretive nature of the Congressional earmarking process. Much of the public's discomfort has centered on a sense that earmarks are determined without the benefit of an open and transparent process. In Dayton we have utilized for many years a deliberative, consultative process that could serve as a model  more
MORE CONTROLLED BURNING PLANNED IN OLEMA VALLEY FOR THE WEEKS OF OCT. 13-20
POINT REYES STATION, Calif., Oct. 7 -- Point Reyes National Seashore issued the following press release: Fire Management staff at Point Reyes National Seashore may conduct 2 additional small burns along Highway One sometime during the week of October 13 or the week of October 20 if weather conditions allow. The burn locations are both on the east side of Highway One -- one is south of the Randall Trail, and the other is north of the McCurdy Trail. The burns are each approximately 40 acres in   more
Moxie Dance Project Presents 'A Cause To Move'
HAMMOND, La., Oct. 1 -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news release: Every 38 minutes a football field size portion of Louisiana converts to open water - an unpleasant truth that serves as the focal point for "American Crisis, American Shame: The National Consequence of Coastal Erosion," a new documentary from the Center for Southeast Louisiana Studies at Southeastern Louisiana University. "American Crisis, American Shame" will premiere at Southeastern's Columbia Th  more
NAACP Urges U.S. Supreme Court To Review Troy Davis Case
WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) issued the following news release: NAACP leaders urge the Supreme Court to hear the appeal of Troy A. Davis, an African American man on death row with a strong claim of innocence. The Supreme Court will meet this week to decide whether to review the case of Davis, 39, a Georgia man, convicted of killing a police officer. The NAACP encourages the U.S. Supreme Court to re-examine the case because there   more
NANOTECHNOLOGY, BIOMOLECULES, LIGHT UNITE TO 'COOK' CANCER CELLS
DALLAS, June 16 -- The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: Researchers are testing a new way to kill cancer cells selectively by attaching cancer-seeking antibodies to tiny carbon tubes that heat up when exposed to near-infrared light. Biomedical scientists at UT Southwestern Medical Center and nanotechnology experts from UT Dallas describe their experiments in a study available online and to be published in an upcoming issue of Proceedings  more
NATIONAL SECURITY REMEDIES AMONG TOPICS AT SURVEILLANCE CONFAB
HOUSTON, Aug. 28 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Presenting new research about national, home and business security systems and measures, a conference established by a University of Houston professor and his colleagues has become the premier forum for the research community when it comes to surveillance. Two professors and two students from UH will be at the fifth annual Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers International Conference on Advanced V  more
NATO SECRETARY GENERAL VISITS AFGHANISTAN
WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: NATO Sec. Gen. Jaap de Hoop Scheffer, accompanied by the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Bantz J. Craddock, paid a three-day visit to Afghanistan on 23-25 July with the purpose of addressing the security situation on the ground.  more
NEW CADET ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR NOW ON BOARD
CHARLESTON, S.C., July 28 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Sberna of Summerville, S.C., has been named director of cadet activities at The Citadel. Sberna has been at The Citadel since 1998 as a tactical officer, a staff member responsible for 1st Battalion. Before coming to The Citadel, he spent 22 years on active duty in the U.S. Air Force. During his military career he was an aviator and navigator, logging 2,200 flying hours in the B-5  more
NEW COLLEGE STUDENT AWARDED DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SCHOLARSHIP
TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 24 -- Arizona State University issued the following press release: Tim Nolen, a senior pursuing an applied computing degree in Arizona State University's New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, has been awarded a Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The prestigious scholarship service program has been established by the DoD to support undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees  more
NEW DIRECTOR NAMED AT CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE
HONOLULU, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Pacific Command issued the following press release: Marine Corps Lieutenant General (Ret.) John F. Goodman is the new director of the Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance (COE). Goodman recently retired from the Marine Corps after 41 years of service. He previously served as the Commanding General of the Marine Forces Pacific (MARFORPAC) from 2005 to 2008. He brings a wealth of experience working in c  more
NEW ENGLAND FOOTBALL CONFERENCE PLAYER OF WEEK HONOR FOR PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL PLAYER
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Oct. 6 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Two members of the Plymouth State University football team were recognized Monday with weekly honors from the New England Football Conference. After being named to the NEFC Weekly Honor Roll three times in the past four weeks, senior tailback Jeff Mack (Milford, N.H./Milford) was selected NEFC Offensive Player of the Week after another outstanding performance on Saturday in PSU's 40-20 win over Western N  more
NEW GENERATOR PROVIDES POWER FOR IRAQI PEOPLE
FORWARD OPERATING BASE LOYALTY, Iraq, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Iraqi citizens gathered in Baghdad's Karadah district Oct. 17 to celebrate a new micro-power generator that will provide electricity to about 300 homes. "It's a great day for the people of this village," said Mohammed al-Rubeiy, district council chief. Multinational Division Baghdad soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division's 5th Battal  more
NEW HAMPSHIRE SUPREME COURT ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE V. CHRISTINA M. DOWNS
CONCORD, N.H., Oct. 8 -- The New Hampshire Supreme Court issued the following opinion: THE STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE v. CHRISTINA M. DOWNS Submitted: September 16, 2008 Opinion Issued: October 8, 2008 Kelly A. Ayotte, attorney general (Jacqueline J. Rompre, attorney, on the memorandum of law), for the State. Christina M. Downs, by brief, pro se. DALIANIS, J. The defendant, Christina M. Downs, was found guilty of speeding, see RSA 265:60 (Supp. 2007), by the Portsmouth Distri  more
NEW PALTZ SHUTS OUT MORRISVILLE STATE COLLEGE FOR 3-0 WIN
NEW PALTZ, N.Y., Oct. 18 -- Morrisville State College issued the following news release: SUNY New Paltz's Lucas Natel scored twice to lead the Hawks to the 3-0 SUNYAC win over the Morrisville State men's soccer team Saturday afternoon in New Paltz. Natel broke the scoreless tie in the 34th minute of the contest giving New Paltz the one goal advantage over the Mustangs, playing the ball in front of the goal at the six yard line for the score. Closing in on halftime, Joe Emberger collecte  more
NEW PALTZ WOMEN ROLL TO WIN OVER MORRISVILLE STATE COLLEGE
MORRISVILLE, N.Y., Oct. 18 -- Morrisville State College issued the following news release: Visiting SUNY New Paltz women's soccer team rolled to the SUNYAC win Saturday afternoon, handing Morrisville State the 5-0 loss on Lemery Field in Morrisville. With a fierce attack on goal, New Paltz blasted 70 total shots at the Morrisville cage, only connecting on five as Morrisville State goalkeeper, Katie Tiffany (DeRuyter, NY), recorded 39 saves in another record breaking performance this season  more
NEWSMAKER PROFILE: MARINE CORPS COL. MEDIO MONTI
SUFFOLK, Va., Sept. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs Command and control (C2) capabilities and technologies allow commanders to make better decisions. When they arrive in theater, it is critical that they are interoperable among the services so that everyone is on the same page. The men and women of U.S. Joint Forces Command's (USJFCOM) Joint Systems Integration Command (JSIC) listen  more
NINTH-RANKED EMORY DEFEATS 16TH-RANKED CASE WESTERN RESERVE; SETS UP KEY UAA MATCHUP ON OCT. 19
ATLANTA, Oct. 17 -- Emory University issued the following news release: The Emory University Men's Soccer team, ranked ninth in Division III, defeated its second-consecutive ranked opponent on Friday, as the Eagles (12-0-0, 3-0-0 UAA) picked up a 2-1 victory over 16th-ranked Case Western Reserve University (9-3-1, 1-1-1 UAA). The Eagles' 12-0-0 start marks the first time in school history that Emory has opened a season with 12-consecutive victories. Emory remains one of five undefeated and  more
NINTH-RANKED EMORY TO BE TESTED AT BLUE MARLIN/ADIDAS CLASSIC
ATLANTA, Sept. 4 -- Emory University issued the following news release: The ninth-ranked Emory University Men's soccer team will receive its first true test of the season this weekend, as the Eagles will take on Virginia Wesleyan College, and the 25th-ranked University of Mary Washington (Va.) at the Blue Marlin/adidas Classic in Virginia Beach, VA. Emory opened its season with a pair of dominating 8-0 wins over Guilford College (N.C.) and Methodist University (N.C.) at the Sonny Carter In  more
NINTH-RANKED MEN'S TOPS MARYVILLE IN 1-0 DEFENSIVE BATTLE
ATLANTA, Sept. 26 -- Emory University issued the following news release: The ninth-ranked Emory University Men's Soccer team relied on its stalwart defense and timely scoring to improve to 8-0-0 on the 2008 campaign, with a 1-0 over Maryville College (Tenn.) on Friday night. The lone goal of the match came late in the first half, as freshman Ben Schlang was able to take possession of the ball from the Maryville defender in the Scots' box, launching a shot for his fifth goal of the season.   more
NO. NINE EMORY DEFEATS VIRGINIA WESLEYAN IN DOUBLE OVERTIME
ATLANTA, Sept. 5 -- Emory University issued the following news release: Emory University's Ben Schlang scored a 'golden goal' in the 119th minute, as the ninth-ranked Eagles came from behind to defeat Virginia Wesleyan College 2-1 in two overtimes. With just 1:48 remaining in the contest, the freshman struck with his fourth goal of the season with a header off a free kick from defenseman Jordan Edelman. Edelman's assist was the senior's first of the season. Emory fell behind early, as t  more
NO. NINE EMORY MEN'S SOCCER SHUTS OUT OGLETHORPE 2-0
ATLANTA, Oct. 1 -- Emory University issued the following news release: Emory University Men's Soccer earned another win off the strong play of its defense, as the ninth-ranked Eagles claimed a 2-0 victory over their municipal rival Oglethorpe University (Ga.). Emory goalkeeper Jonathan Laycock was able to avert an Oglethorpe scoring threat in the 12th minute of the match. After an Emory foul resulted in a free kick, the Stormy Petrels were able to take three quick shots on goal, but Laycoc  more
NO. NINE EMORY MEN'S SOCCER SHUTS OUT OGLETHORPE 2-0
ATLANTA, Oct. 1 -- Emory University issued the following news release: Emory University Men's Soccer earned another win off the strong play of its defense, as the ninth-ranked Eagles claimed a 2-0 victory over their municipal rival Oglethorpe University (Ga.). Emory goalkeeper Jonathan Laycock was able to avert an Oglethorpe scoring threat in the 12th minute of the match. After an Emory foul resulted in a free kick, the Stormy Petrels were able to take three quick shots on goal, but Laycoc  more
NO. NINE EMORY STAYS UNDEFEATED WITH 5-1 WIN OVER CHICAGO
ATLANTA, Oct. 4 -- Emory University issued the following news release: After an early scare from the University of Chicago (Ill.), Emory University rattled off five unanswered goals, as the ninth-ranked Eagles defeated the Maroons 5-1 on Saturday. The game opened at a furious pace, with each school notching a goal within the first two minutes of play. Chicago struck first, as Alex Clifford scored his second goal of the season off a pass from Andy Dallos, to give the Maroons a lead at the 1  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING A.J.W., K.S.W.
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: IN THE MATTER OF: Iredell County A.J.W. Nos. 06 JB 196 K.S.W. 06 JB 197 Alexander County Nos. 05 J 82 05 J 146 Appeal by respondents from adjudication order entered 14 December 2006 by Judge Theodore Royster, Jr. in Iredell County District Court and disposition order entered 2 March 2007 by Judge Theodore Royster, Jr. in Alexander County District Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING CITY OF WILSON REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION V. WILSON COUNTY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: CITY OF WILSON REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION, Plaintiff, v. Wilson County No. 05 CVS 661 LILA RUTH BOYKIN, a/k/a LILA RUTH PROCTOR, ALL UNKNOWN HEIRS OF FANNIE FAISON CHESTER, JANNIS BYNUM, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, JOSEPH A. CHESTER, JR., and wife, ANNE CHESTER, PEARL CHESTER McCANTS, and husband, WALTER B. McCANTS, Sr., INDIA CHESTER WATKINS, and husband, H. PIERRE WAT  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING DEBORAH HAMPTON BIRD V. GUILFORD COUNTY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: DEBORAH HAMPTON BIRD, Plaintiff, v. Guilford County No. 04 CVD 8000 JAMES CALVIN BIRD, II, Defendant. Appeal by Defendant from judgment entered 29 October 2007 by Judge Joseph E. Turner in Guilford County District Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 27 August 2008. Nix & Cecil, by Lee M. Cecil, for Plaintiff-Appellee. Wyatt Early Harris Wheeler, LLP, by Arlene M. Reardon, fo  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING JOHN L. GREENE V. BRUNSWICK COUNTY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: JOHN L. GREENE, Plaintiff v. Brunswick County No. 07 CVD 1526 SUSAN GREENE COLBY, Defendant Appeal by plaintiff from an order entered 8 October 2007 by Judge Jerry A. Jolly in Brunswick County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 18 August 2008. Crossley McIntosh & Collier, by Andrew J. Hanley and Justin K. Humphries, for plaintiff-appellant. Pennington & Smith, PLLC,   more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING KEITH A. EAKER V. NABER CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: KEITH A. EAKER, Plaintiff, v. Randolph County No. 06 CVS 770 NABER CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP, INC., Defendant. Appeal by plaintiff from order entered 12 June 2007 by Judge V. Bradford Long in Randolph County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 21 February 2008. Morgan, Herring, Morgan, Green, & Rosenblutt, LLP, by Todd J. Combs, for plaintiff-appellant. Freeman Law, PLLC, by Mar  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING LUTHER FISHER V. MECKLENBURG COUNTY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: LUTHER FISHER Plaintiff Mecklenburg County v. No. 07 CVS 17230 ROBERT J. ANDERSON, TRACY J. HENJUM, STANTON J. SMITH Defendants Appeal by plaintiff from an order entered 14 January 2008 by Judge David S. Cayer in Mecklenburg County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 25 September 2008. Vongxay Law Firm, PLLC, by Bounthani Vongxay, for plaintiff- appellant. Leslie   more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING MICHAEL J. SAUS, MARY E. SAUS TUCKER V. NEW HANOVER COUNTY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: MICHAEL J. SAUS and MARY E. SAUS TUCKER, Plaintiffs, v. New Hanover County No. 05 CVD 2576 ELIZABETH M. SAUS JENKINS and husband, ROBERT L. JENKINS, Defendants. Appeal by defendants from judgment and order entered 9 February 2007 by Judge J. H. Corpening, II in New Hanover County District Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 9 January 2008. Lisa Skinner Lefler for plaintiffs-appellees  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING PACIFIC MULCH, OTHERS V. LARRY NEAL SENTER
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: PACIFIC MULCH, INC., R.E. FOY, G.R. CUNNINGHAM, MARK WILLIAMS, JOHN M. FOSTER and BOBBY D. OAKLEY, Plaintiffs, v. Vance County No. 06 CVS 667 LARRY NEAL SENTER, Defendant. Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 26 April 2007 and order entered 22 May 2007 by Judge Robert H. Hobgood in Vance County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 20 May 2008. Williams Mullen Maupin T  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING PAMELA A. BOILEAU V. MECKLENBURG COUNTY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: PAMELA A. BOILEAU v. Mecklenburg County No. 05 CVS 7400 ANN M. SEAGRAVE Appeal by Plaintiff and Defendant from judgment entered 4 October 2006 and by Plaintiff from order entered 12 December 2006 by Judge David S. Cayer in Mecklenburg County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 14 May 2008. James, McElroy & Diehl, P.A., by G. Russell Kornegay, III, Preston O. Odom, III, and Sarah M  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING PATRICK V. FIEL V. STEPHEN WEIL, CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: PATRICK V. FIEL, Plaintiff v. Duplin County No. 07 CVS 80 STEPHEN WEIL and CONSTRUCTION CORP., Defendants Appeal by defendants from order entered 26 November 2007 by Judge Phyllis M. Gorham in Duplin County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 18 August 2008. Burrows & Hall, by Richard L. Burrows, for plaintiff-appellee. Glenn A. Barfield for defendants-appellants. MARTI  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. BARRY WAYNE WELCH
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA Stokes County v. Nos. 06CRS050833 07CRS000715 BARRY WAYNE WELCH Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 31 August 2007 by Judge Ronald E. Spivey in Stokes County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 18 August 2008. Attorney General Roy A. Cooper, III, by Assistant Attorney General Stanley G. Abrams, for the State. Appellate Defender Staples Hughes  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. BRIAN CRAIG SEXTON
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Buncombe County Nos. 06 CRS 454 BRIAN CRAIG SEXTON 06 CRS 54479 Appeal by Defendant from judgments entered 26 January 2007 by Judge Mark E. Powell in Buncombe County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 16 April 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Chris Z. Sinha, for the State. Appellate Defender Staples Hughes, by Assistant  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. CHAD ELLIOTT OXENDINE, KIMBERLY LOCKLEAR
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Robeson County Nos. 04 CRS 53161-62 CHAD ELLIOTT OXENDINE 53160 and KIMBERLY LOCKLEAR Appeal by defendants from judgments entered 18 September 2006 by Judge Gary L. Locklear in Robeson County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 20 March 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Special Deputy Attorney General Buren R. Shields III, for the State.   more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. DAMIEN LAMONT SLADE
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Guilford County No. 06 CRS 100231 DAMIEN LAMONT SLADE Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 31 August 2007 by Judge William Z. Wood, Jr. in Guilford County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 15 September 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Special Deputy Attorney General T. Lane Mallonee, for the State. Leslie Rawls, for defendant-appellant.  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. GEORGE TRUITT WALSTON, JR.
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Wake County Nos. 05 CRS 69846 05 CRS 69847 GEORGE TRUITT WALSTON, JR. Appeal by defendant from judgments entered 28 September 2007 by Judge Robert H. Hobgood in Wake County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 18 August 2008. Roy Cooper, Attorney General, by Marc X. Sneed, Assistant Attorney General, for the State. Haral E. Carlin for defendant-appel  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. GUILFORD COUNTY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Guilford County No. 06 CRS 074099 HASSOUMI SALOU HASSOUMIOU Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 3 October 2007 by Judge Steve A. Balog in Superior Court, Guilford County. Heard in the Court of Appeals 25 August 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Lisa Bradley Dawson, for the State. Kathleen Arundell Widelski, for defendan  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. HARRY LEE BOWMAN
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA Plaintiff, v. Alamance County Nos. 03 CRS 056416 HARRY LEE BOWMAN, 03 CRS 056417 Defendant. 06 CRS 20244 Appeal by defendant from judgment entered on or about 30 August 2007 by Judge Howard E. Manning, Jr. in Alamance County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 9 June 2008. Attorney General Roy A. Cooper, III, by Special Deputy Attorney General,   more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. HUGH BOLDEN JOHNSTON, IV
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Wilson County No. 06 CRS 53209 HUGH BOLDEN JOHNSTON, IV Appeal by Defendant from judgment entered 16 May 2007 by Judge Milton F. Fitch, Jr., in Wilson County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 21 August 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General John W. Congleton, for the State. Greene & Wilson, P.A., by Thomas Reston Wilson, for  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. JASON DANIEL MOODY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Mecklenburg County No. 05 CRS 229134 JASON DANIEL MOODY Appeal by Defendant from judgment entered 6 June 2007 by Judge J. Gentry Caudill in Superior Court, Mecklenburg County. Heard in the Court of Appeals on 26 August 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Robert M. Wilkins, for the State. Parish, Cooke & Condlin, by James R. Pari  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. JASON JEREMIAH CHAPPELLE
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Pasquotank County No. 06 CRS 51435 JASON JEREMIAH CHAPPELLE Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 12 January 2007 by Judge Thomas D. Haigwood in Pasquotank County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 3 April 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Elizabeth F. Parsons, for the State. Appellate Defender Staples Hughes, by As  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. JERMAINE LYNN THOMAS
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Wake County Nos. 06 CRS 107605, 107608 JERMAINE LYNN THOMAS 07 CRS 1005 Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 11 July 2007 by Judge Paul G. Gessner in Wake County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 27 August 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Richard Bradford, for the State. Linda B. Weisel for defendant-appellant.   more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. LEONARD RICKY KELLY
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Wayne County Nos. 06 CRS 057862-64 LEONARD RICKY KELLY Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 24 July 2007 by Judge Russell J. Lanier, Jr. in Wayne County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 15 September 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Brent D. Kiziah, for the State. Jarvis John Edgerton, IV, for defendant-appell  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. MATTHEW OWEN SHAFFER
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Johnston County No. 06 CRS 55391 MATTHEW OWEN SHAFFER Appeal by defendant from judgment entered on or after 29 June 2007 by Judge Gregory A. Weeks in Johnston County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 10 September 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Mary Carla Hollis, for the State. Rudolf Widenhouse & Fialko, by M. Go  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. MORRIS DARNELL DOWNS
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Chowan County No. 05 CRS 50902 MORRIS DARNELL DOWNS Appeal by defendant from judgments entered 6 February 2007 by Judge Quentin T. Sumner in Chowan County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 28 August 2008. Attorney General Roy A. Cooper, III, by Assistant Attorney General David W. Boone, for the State. Sue Genrich Berry, for defendant-appellant. ST  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. NATALIA TEJEDA-RIVERA
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Wake County No. 07 CRS 1548 NATALIA TEJEDA-RIVERA Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 8 August 2007 by Judge Abraham Penn Jones in Wake County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 10 September 2008. Attorney General Roy A. Cooper, III, by Assistant Attorney General Kimberley A. D'Arruda, for the State. M. Alexander Charns, for defendant-appel  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. PHILIP MORRIS USA, OTHERS
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, Plaintiff, v. Wake County No. 98 CVS 14377-I PHILIP MORRIS USA, INC.; R.J., REYNOLDS TOBACCO COMPANY; BROWN & WILLIAMSON TOBACCO COMPANY, Individually and as successor by merger to The American Tobacco Company; and LORILLARD TOBACCO COMPANY, Defendants. Appeal by plaintiff from order entered 4 December 2006 by Judge Ben F. Tennille in Wake County Superior Court. H  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. RAYMUNDO ESPINOZA PINEDA
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Mecklenburg County No. 05 CRS 22040 05 CRS 218404 05 CRS 218408 RAYMUNDO ESPINOZA PINEDA, Defendant. Appeal by defendant from judgment entered 7 March 2007 by Judge Timothy S. Kincaid in Mecklenburg County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 20 August 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General Isaac T. Avery, III, for t  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. RICHARD LIONEL COOK
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Alamance County No. 04 CRS 024856 RICHARD LIONEL COOK Appeal by defendant from judgments entered 22 February 2006 by Judge J.B. Allen Jr. in Alamance County Superior Court. This case was originally heard in the Court of Appeals 22 May 2007. See State v. Cook, 184 N.C. App. 401, 647 S.E.2d 433 (2007). Upon remand by order from the North Carolina Supreme Court, file  more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. ROBERT DEMETRIOUS PARKS, JR.
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Cleveland County No. 06 CRS 6595-6597 ROBERT DEMETRIOUS PARKS, JR. Appeal by Defendant from judgment entered 4 October 2007 by Judge Charles P. Guinn in Cleveland County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 20 August 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Assistant Attorney General, James C. Holloway, for the State. Parish, Cooke & Condlin, by James   more
NORTH CAROLINA COURT OF APPEALS ISSUES OPINION REGARDING STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA V. SAMUEL TRAVIS TANNER
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 7 -- The North Carolina Court of Appeals issued the following opinion: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA v. Wake County Nos. 06 CRS 74185 SAMUEL TRAVIS TANNER 07 CRS 31088 Appeal by defendant from judgment entered on or after 6 August 2007 by Judge W. Osmond Smith, III in Wake County Superior Court. Heard in the Court of Appeals 10 September 2008. Attorney General Roy Cooper, by Special Deputy Attorney General Kathleen M. Waylett, for the State. William D. Spence,  more
NORTH CAROLINA SUPREME COURT ISSUES OPINION REGARDING KERRY WATTS V. NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 10 -- The North Carolina Supreme Court issued the following opinion: KERRY WATTS v. NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES No. 191A07 FILED: 10 OCTOBER 2008 Immunity; Public Officers and Employees_public duty doctrine_waiver The Industrial Commission did not err in failing to apply the public duty doctrine where the Commission found that defendant state agency admitted it was negligent in issuing an improvement permit to plaintiff; def  more
NORTH DAKOTA EPSCOR ANNOUNCES $830,000 IN NEW FACULTY STARTUP MONEY FOR UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS
GRAND FORKS, N.D., Oct. 22 -- University of North Dakota issued the following news release: The North Dakota Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (ND EPSCoR) has announced that five academic departments at the University of North Dakota will share in $830,000 designated for six "New Faculty Startup" opportunities. These funds are made available to departments on a competitive basis and are designed to enhance the startup packages offered to prospective research faculty durin  more
NRC ISSUED RESPONSE TO SEPT. 30 REPORT FROM GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 30 -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following response to a report from the Government Accountability Office: The Honorable Joseph I. Lieberman Chairman, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510 Dear Mr. Chairman: On behalf of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), I am pleased to provide a written statement of actions taken on the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) rep  more
NRCC Pulls the Plug on the Taylor Campaign
WACO, Texas, Oct. 17 -- Rep. Chet Edwards, a Democratic Party candidate running for re-election in Texas' 17th Congressional District, issued the following news release: In a devastating blow to the Van Taylor campaign, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has canceled its planned television ad buy of over $1.5 million after conducting a poll in TX-17. The news followed on the heels of the Taylor campaign's October Quarterly Federal Elections Commission (FEC) report which s  more
ONCE SUSPECT PROTEIN FOUND TO PROMOTE DNA REPAIR, PREVENT CANCER
HOUSTON, July 21 -- The University of Texas System of MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: Karen Vasquez, Ph.D.An abundant chromosomal protein that binds to damaged DNA prevents cancer development by enhancing DNA repair, researchers at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center report online this week in the Proceedings of the National Academies of Science. The protein, HMGB1, was previously hypothesized to block DNA repair, said senior author Karen Vasqu  more
OPERATIONS CONTINUE AGAINST AL-QAIDA, HATAIB HEZBOLLAH
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Coalition and Iraqi troops hit the al-Qaida and Kataib Hezbollah terrorist groups during operations across the country, officials in Iraq said today. It is a sign of the progress in Iraq that most of the operations were intelligence-driven, officials said. In the Rusafa neighborhood of Bagdad today, coalition forces captured four suspected Kataib Hezbollah terr  more
ORAL RABIES VACCINE TO BE DISTRIBUTED THROUGHOUT BROWARD COUNTY MARCH 11
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 3 -- Broward County has issued the following news release: As part of Broward County's Oral Rabies Vaccine program (ORV), representatives from the Broward County Animal Care and Regulation Division and Parks and Recreation Division will begin to distribute baits filled with an oral rabies vaccine on March 11, 2008, weather permitting. The goal of the program is to reduce the incidence of rabies among raccoons and reduce the threat of rabies to pets, humans, and ot  more
PETRAEUS LEAVES BEHIND STRONGER, SAFER IRAQ
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: Twenty months ago, when General David H. Petraeus assumed command in Iraq, sectarian violence in the country was spiraling out of control. Insurgents were killing nearly 3,000 civilians per month and our troops were sustaining over 1,200 attacks each week. As General Petraeus transitioned to other responsibilities this month, he left a far different and much improved situation for our troops and our  more
PLYMOUTH STATE FOOTBALL ROLLS PAST NICHOLS
DUDLEY, Mass., Oct. 18 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: The Plymouth State University football team scored 27 second-quarter points Saturday afternoon en route to a 36-9 New England Football Conference Boyd Division victory over Nichols College at Vendetti Field. Nichols scored on the opening play of the game, but the Panthers took over from there. Senior quarterback John DeMarco (Milford, N.H.) rushed for a pair of touchdowns and threw for another, and senio  more
PLYMOUTH STATE FOOTBALL TRAVELS TO ENDICOTT
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Oct. 8 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Riding a three-game winning streak, the Plymouth State University football team hits the road for its next two games, beginning this Saturday with a New England Football Conference Boyd Division clash at Endicott College. The Panthers and Gulls will kick off at 12:00 p.m. Saturday at Endicott Stadium in Beverly, Mass. PSU is 4-1 overall this season and tied with Curry College for first place in the Boyd   more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FIELD HOCKEY BLANKS EASTERN CONNECTICUT
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Oct. 4 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Junior Kerry D'Ambroise (Lowell, Mass.) scored her first two goals of the season and assisted on another Saturday afternoon as Plymouth State University defeated Eastern Connecticut State University, 5-0, in a Little East Conference field hockey game at Arold Field. The Panthers out shot the visitors 24-4, and the PSU defense posted its fifth shutout in the last six games. Plymouth State improves to 5-3   more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FIELD HOCKEY PLAYERS EARN LITTLE EAST CONFERENCE WEEKLY HONORS
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Oct. 6 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Two members of the Plymouth State University field hockey team were recognized Monday with the top weekly honors from the Little East Conference. Junior Melinda Rozumek (Salem, N.H./Salem) was named LEC Field Hockey Defensive Player of the Week and classmate Sammi Romano (Kingston, N.H./Sanborn Regional) was selected as LEC Rookie of the Week. They were key players that helped PSU post back-to-back LEC s  more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FIELD HOCKEY PLAYERS EARN TOP WEEKLY LITTLE EAST CONFERENCE HONORS
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Sept. 22 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Three of the starters on the Plymouth State University field hockey team were recognized Monday with the top weekly honors from the Little East Conference. Juniors Sarah Smith (Lexington, Mass.) and Cortney Colligan (Brookfield, N.H./Kingswood) were named LEC Field Hockey Offensive and Defensive Players of the Week, respectively, and freshman Elyse Sedgley (Hopkinton, N.H.) was selected as LEC Rookie o  more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL HOSTS UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS DARTMOUTH IN BOYD DIVISION OPENER
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Sept. 24 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Boyd Division play begins in the New England Football Conference this Saturday as Plymouth State University hosts the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth in a key divisional battle at Currier Field. The Panthers and Corsairs will kick off at 1:00 p.m. in Plymouth in a battle of two teams with winning records. Both teams have posted 2-1 overall marks on the season and are looking to get off to a good   more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL MAKES ROAD TRIP TO NICHOLS COLLEGE
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Oct. 15 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: The Plymouth State University football team continues Boyd Division play in the New England Football Conference this Saturday with a visit to Nichols College. The Panthers and Bison will kick off at 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Vendetti Field in Dudley, Mass., just south of Worcester. Plymouth State is riding a four-game winning streak and is tied for first place in the Boyd Division, while Nichols has dropped  more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL PLAYERS NAMED TO NEFC WEEKLY HONOR ROLL
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Sept. 29 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Two members of the Plymouth State University football team were recognized Monday with selection to the New England Football Conference Weekly Honor Roll. Senior tailback Jeff Mack (Milford, N.H./Milford) and sophomore defensive back Zach Parsons (Florence, Mass./Northampton) were PSU's representatives on this week's list. They were key players in the Panthers' 30-10 win over UMass Dartmouth last Satur  more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL TO HOST WESTERN NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Oct. 1 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Boyd Division play in the New England Football Conference continues this Saturday as Plymouth State University hosts Western New England College in the Homecoming and Family Week contest. The Panthers and Golden Bears will kick off at 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Currier Field. Plymouth State (3-1, 1-0) has won two straight games and looks to keep the momentum going, while Western New England (0-4, 0-1) has pla  more
PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY SWEEPS SALEM STATE COLLEGE, 7-1, 5-3
SALEM, Mass., April 3 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The Plymouth State University Panthers received solid pitching and flawless defense en route to sweeping a non-conference doubleheader over the Vikings this afternoon at Alumni Field. SSC (11-10) was able to muster only five hits in each contest while making three errors in a 7-1 game one loss and one in a 5-3 game two defeat. Sophomore Jess Baird (Worcester) produced a two-run triple for SSC in a three-run, g  more
POTSDAM MEN'S BASKETBALL 2007-08 SEASON OUTLOOK
POTSDAM, N.Y., Nov. 13 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: A deep core of returning veterans and several promising newcomers lead SUNY Potsdam men's basketball coach Sherry Dobbs Jr. to be cautiously optimistic as his team enters the 2007-08 season. Dobbs is optimistic that this season's squad has the talent, depth and the experience to be in the hunt for post-season laurels. "Our leaders understand what it takes to be a successful team," Dobb  more
PRELIMINARY DIGITAL FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAPS TO DEBUT AT OPEN HOUSE IN IBERIA PARISH
NEW IBERIA, La., March 26 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following press release: The public is invited to view newly revised Preliminary Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (DFIRMS) for Iberia Parish at an open house scheduled for Thursday April 10, 2008. The open house will be from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Cyr Gates Community Center, City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., in New Iberia. Specialists will be on hand at the open house to answ  more
PROVINCIAL, NATIONAL LEADERS DISCUSS CHRISTIANS IN MOSUL
MOSUL, Iraq, Oct. 14 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: A special Government of Iraq envoy from Baghdad and the Ninewa Operations Center commander met with local Christian leaders in the two Christian neighborhoods of Mosul, Bartolla and Hamdaniyah Oct 13. Maj. Gen. Alaa of the Ministry of Defense participated in open forum meetings with local citizens and civic leadership to address the recent reports of attacks on Christians on Mosul. Lt. Gen. Riy  more
PUBLIC HEALTH EMPLOYEES HONORED
HONOLULU, Oct. 14 -- The Hawaii Department of Health issued the following news release: The Hawai'i State Department of Health (DOH) today announced the recipients of the 2008 DOH Incentive Service Awards. This year's winners include a Public Health Educator with the Emergency Medical Services and Injury Prevention System Branch, as Employee of the Year, a District Health Officer in the Hawaii District Health Office as Manger of the Year, and the Statewide School Influenza Immunization Projec  more
RABID RACCOON BITES DOG
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 19 -- Broward County has issued the following news release: Laboratory tests performed on a raccoon that bit a dog came back positive for rabies, according to the Broward County Health Department. This is the 37th rabies case in Broward County since July 2000. The bite occurred on Saturday, November 10, 2007, at the 800 block of S.W. 18th Court in Fort Lauderdale. The County Health Department has advised that the rabies alert issued in 2006 for areas west of A1A to  more
RABID RACCOON FOUND IN FORT LAUDERDALE - 38TH CASE IN BROWARD COUNTY SINCE JULY 2000
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 11 -- Broward County has issued the following news release: Laboratory tests performed on a raccoon that killed a cat and bit another cat came back positive for rabies, according to the Broward County Health Department. This is the 38th rabies case in Broward County since July 2000. The bite occurred on Thursday, March 6, 2008, at the 600 block of Northeast 14th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale. The County Health Department has advised that a rabies alert has been is  more
REBUILDING ARMED FORCES RETIREMENT HOME CONTINUES COMMITMENT TO NATION'S VETERANS
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: Last week I participated in groundbreaking ceremonies to replace the old Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH) damaged by Hurricane Katrina with an entirely new facility at its beachfront location in Gulfport. The event was yet another sign of progress in rebuilding efforts on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It also reaffirms the strong commitment our nation has to caring for its veterans. Katrina's wi  more
Renewable Energy Tax Package Will Save Consumers Money, Boost Economy, Create Jobs Says Business Coalition
WASHINGTON, March 4 -- The Real Estate Roundtable issued the following news release: A coalition of more than 100 business, trade and advocacy groups today called on the U.S. Senate to pass bipartisan legislation as soon as possible that extends renewable energy and efficiency tax credits that have already expired or will expire at the end of this year. The tax incentives would strengthen the renewable energy industry and expand the market for energy-efficient products, which ultimately woul  more
REP. ALTMIRE DELIVERS $1.2 MILLION TO PLEXTRONICS
HARMAR TOWNSHIP, Pa., Oct. 1 -- Rep. Jason Altmire, D-Pa. (4th CD), has issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) presented Plextronics, Inc., with a check for $1.2 million. Plextronics will use the funding to develop flexible and light-weight printed electronics, including printed solar cells, for the U.S. military. Congressman Altmire secured this funding in the continuing resolution (H.R. 2638) passed by the House on September 24, 2008 and signed into  more
REP. ALTMIRE DELIVERS $5.2 MILLION TO II-VI INCORPORATED
SAXONBURG, Pa., Oct. 1 -- Rep. Jason Altmire, D-Pa. (4th CD), has issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) presented II-VI Incorporated with a check for $5.2 million. II-VI will use the funding to produce the materials used in high-powered solid state lasers needed by the Department of Defense. Congressman Altmire secured this funding in the continuing resolution (H.R. 2638) passed by the House on September 24, 2008 and signed into law by the president   more
REP. BILIRAKIS NAMED 'CHAMPION OF NATIONAL SECURITY'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla. (9th CD), has issued the following news release: The Center for Security Policy, one of the nation's leading national security policy organizations, today named U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis (FL-9) a "Champion of National Defense". The designation came as CSP released its National Security Scorecard which ranks Members of the US Congress based on their support for - or opposition to - policies that support and sustain US national defense. "In pro  more
REP. CHILDERS AMENDMENT TO RESTORE SECOND AMENDMENT RIGHTS PASSES IN HOUSE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Today, the House passed important legislation introduced by Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) to protect Americans' Second Amendment rights. The Second Amendment Enforcement Act (H.R. 6691) was brought to the floor for consideration as a substitute to the National Capital Security and Safety Act (H.R. 6842) in an effort to restore D.C. gun owners' rights. H.R. 6691 passed with strong bipartisan  more
REP. CHILDERS CONTINUES TO STAND UP FOR GUN OWNERS' RIGHTS DESPITE ATTACKS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: This week, Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) has taken various punches from the national media and gun rights opponents, but has continued to stand up for gun owners' rights by supporting his Second Amendment Enforcement Act (H.R. 6691). The bipartisan legislation, which Congressman Childers introduced earlier this summer and is likely to reach the House floor next week, seeks to overturn Was  more
REP. CHILDERS INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO RESTORE RIGHTS OF GUN OWNERS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) yesterday introduced bipartisan legislation to overturn Washington, D.C.'s recently enacted emergency laws that defy last month's Supreme Court decision to outlaw D.C.'s gun ban. Congressman Childers filed the Second Amendment Enforcement Act (H.R. 6691), which was sponsored by Reps. John Dingell (D-MI), John Tanner (D-TN), Mike Ross (D-AR), Mark Souder (R-IN), a  more
REP. CHILDERS SUPPORTS FUNDING FOR VETERANS, MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Funding for the Veterans Administration and military construction projects passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in the House last week, announced Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS). The Congressman was one of 409 members who voted for the Military Construction-VA Appropriations Act of 2009 (H.R. 6599). H.R. 6599 rejects the President's proposal to cut VA construction by nearly $800 milli  more
REP. CHILDERS SUPPORTS INTELLIGENCE AUTHORIZATION BILL
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: The House unanimously passed the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (H.R. 5959) yesterday to authorize classified amounts of funding for U.S. intelligence agencies and intelligence-related activities of the U.S. government, announced Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS). A motion to recommit aimed to prevent a vote on the Act was unsuccessful. "It is important to pass meaningful  more
REP. CHILDERS VISITS MINE RESISTANT AMBUSH PROTECTED FACILITY IN IRAQ, TAKES PRIDE IN NORTH MISSISSIPPI-MADE MILITARY EQUIPMENT
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) visited a Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle facility in Iraq on Sunday, June 29, during a Congressional Delegation in the Middle East. The facility included vehicles manufactured in Mississippi's First Congressional District at a factory in West Point. "I was incredibly proud to learn that many of the vehicles at the MRAP facility I visited were   more
REP. FILNER'S BILL EXTENDS PURPLE HEART TO ALL DECEASED PRISONERS OF WAR!
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following news release: Bob Filner, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, announced that the Purple Heart will be presented posthumously to all prisoners of war who die in captivity. The legislation that makes this possible is Filner's bill, the Honor Our Fallen Prisoners of War Act, passed by Congress in 2006. The Department of Defense announced its complete implementation on October 6, 2008. "The law   more
REP. GILLIBRAND RECEIVES 'A' RATING FROM IRAQ & AFGHANISTAN VETERANS OF AMERICA
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y., Oct. 8 -- Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y. (20th CD), has issued the following news release: Today, local Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand announced that she had received an "A" rating from the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America for her support of our troops, veterans and their families. The ratings are based on the Congresswoman's consistent voting record and advocacy on behalf of our nation's returning warriors and their families. Congresswoman Gillibrand, a   more
REP. KING EARNS 'TRUE BLUE' AWARD
SENCER, Iowa, Oct. 20 -- Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa (5th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Steve King has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by FRC Action and Focus on the Family Action for his commitment to the family. According to FRC Action, the award honors Members of Congress who have exhibited extraordinary leadership and commitment to the defense of family, faith, and freedom. The FRC Action scorecard covers votes in the 110th Congress. Recipients of   more
REP. LATTA ISSUES STATEMENT ON CONTINUING RESOLUTION
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio (5th CD), issued the following statement: Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) made the following statement after voting for the continuing resolution that will fund the federal government through March 2009. "The continuing resolution contains important provisions that will provide necessary programs and funding to run our nation. Homeland security, national defense, and disaster relief funding are just a few of the important programs c  more
REP. SAXTON LANDS $20M FOR FUTURE R&D @ LOCKHEED PLANT
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J., Oct. 15 -- Rep. Jim Saxton, R-N.J. (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Jim Saxton today announced that $20 million has been authorized to pay for research and development (R&D) of the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Signal Processor (BSP), a key component of the nation's Ballistic Missile Defense System. "Research and development dollars can indicate the future of the plant," Saxton said. "Lockheed Martin is the largest company in South Jersey, and I  more
REP. SHUSTER ANNOUNCES DEFENSE PROJECTS FOR 9TH DISTRICT PROJECTS PASSED BY CONGRESS, SIGNED INTO LAW BY PRESIDENT
WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Rep. Bill Shuster, R-Pa. (9th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Bill Shuster is pleased to announce that he has been successful in securing $42 million in federal funding for defense and military construction related projects in the 9th district. The legislation that included these projects has been signed into law by President Bush. "The 9th district has long been associated with helping our military keep up with the demands of protecting our nation  more
REP. TURNER LAUDS SEN. VOINOVICH FOR OFFERING AMENDMENT THAT PROTECTS CUSTODY RIGHTS OF MILITARY PARENTS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Michael R. Turner (OH-03) today thanked Senator George Voinovich (R-OH) for his work in introducing an amendment in the Senate that works to protect the child custody rights of deployed military parents. Congressman Turner has been a lead advocate on the issue in the House of Representatives and authored the companion legislation in the House, H.R. 6048. This child custody legislati  more
REP. TURNER'S INTERNATINAL EXPERIENCE BROADENS CONGRESSIONAL ROLE
WASHINGTON, Jan. 18 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Recently, I traveled to Germany, India, Egypt, Jordan, and Israel on a Congressional Delegation led by Ohio's Senior U.S. Senator George Voinovich. This official travel is an invaluable opportunity for Members of Congress to meet with world leaders and discuss issues that are central to America's security and economic growth. These Congressional Delegations also give us a chance to learn about a  more
REP. WITTMAN COMMENTS ON TANKER RE-BID
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following statement: Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement regarding Defense Secretary Robert Gates' Tanker announcement earlier today: "I hope that Department of Defense involvement in this limited re-bid will stabilize the process and provide a resolution by the end of the year. It is absolutely critical that we provide our Air Force with the best possible tanker and that the tanker bidding process   more
REP. WITTMAN CONGRATULATES FORT A.P. HILL ON AWARD
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following statement: Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement congratulating the men and women serving at Fort A.P. Hill for winning the Army Chief of Staff Communities of Excellence Award for Fiscal Year 2008: "I would like to congratulate Lt. Col. Michael Graese, the staff and all the men and women who serve at Fort A.P. Hill for winning this award. I have had the privilege of visiting Fort A.  more
REP. WITTMAN HAILS 75TH DEPARTURE FROM JAMES RIVER FLEET
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman attended the 75th departure of a ship from the James River Reserve Fleet this morning at Ft. Eustis. "Salvaging ships from the James River Reserve Fleet has provided local businesses like Bay Bridge Enterprises the opportunity to grow and create local jobs, while at the same time lessening the negative ecological potential and improving the fragile environment of the Chesa  more
REP. WITTMAN OFFERS AMENDMENTS TO FY 2009 DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) announced today the successful passage of the following amendments he offered in the House Armed Services Committee mark-up of the FY2009 Defense Authorization Bill: Carrier Amendment This amendment would require the Secretary of the Navy to provide Congress a report assessing the cost and schedule implications of returning the USS Kennedy to service or keeping t  more
REP. WITTMAN SUPPORTS DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION PASSAGE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman voted today in favor of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009, S.3001, which passed the House by a vote of 392 to 39 and reconciles the House and Senate versions of the annual defense authorization bills. "The National Defense Authorization Act provides our men and women in uniform with the tools and training they need to accomplish th  more
REP. WITTMAN TO CO-SPONSOR RESOLUTION SUPPORTING USMC
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) announced today that he will co-sponsor House Resolution 958, reaffirming his commitment to the United States Marine Corps. The resolution was introduced by Congressman John Kline (R-MN) in response to aggressive actions taken by the Berkeley California City Council towards the Marine Corps recruiting office in that city. "I am honored to have the opportunity to  more
RESEARCHERS IDENTIFY NEW CELL TARGETS FOR PREVENTING GROWTH OF BREAST, OTHER TUMORS
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., April 23 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following press release: Researchers at the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have discovered new targets for cancer treatment aimed at blocking a key step in tumor progression. This step - the creation of new blood vessels - enables tumors to grow out of control and ultimately spread cancer to other parts of the body. Targeting blood vess  more
RESEARCHERS SOLVE FIRST STRUCTURE OF A KEY TO INTACT DNA INHERITANCE BACTERIA, INCLUDING S. AUREAS, USE MECHANISM TO SPREAD ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE
HOUSTON, Dec. 20 -- The University of Texas System of MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: Researchers have solved the structure of a DNA-protein complex that is crucial in the spread of antibiotic resistance among bacteria. Knowing this structure also provides fundamental insight into how cells successfully divide into two new cells with intact DNA. The report in the Dec. 20th issue of Nature focuses on how DNA separates and maintains its integrity when a cell divi  more
ROMANO LEADS PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY FIELD HOCKEY PAST FRAMINGHAM STATE
PLYMOUTH, N.H., Oct. 2 -- Plymouth State University issued the following news release: Junior Sammi Romano (Kingston, N.H.) scored three goals Thursday afternoon to lead Plymouth State University to a 4-0 victory over Framingham State College in a Little East Conference field hockey game at Arold Field. It was the first career hat trick for Romano (right), who is in her first season with the Panthers. She helped PSU improve to 4-3 overall and 3-1 in LEC action, while the Rams drop to 4-2 o  more
ROTC AWARDS HONOR ACADEMIC, MILITARY ACHIEVEMENT
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 17 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Each year The Citadel's ROTC departments nominate their finest cadets and active duty students from the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force detachments for awards recognizing scholastic and military excellence. This year's award recipients were honored on Thursday, April 17, 2008 in McAlister Field House. USAA Spirit Award The USAA Spirit Award recognizes Army and Air Force cadets at each unit that best di  more
SAFEGUARDING YOUR FINANCIAL SECURITY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif., (12th CD) issued the following news release: The economic situation in America and around the globe concerns me a great deal. Seven years of allowing banks and brokerages to operate with little or no oversight and more than a decade of lax regulation by Congress has led to a crisis where pension funds, 401Ks, mortgages and reserve funds for our school districts and local governments are all at risk. This situation was created and exacerba  more
SALTY TALES OF PROVINCETOWN HISTORY AT SALT POND VISITOR CENTER
WELLFLEET, Mass., Sept. 9 -- The National Park Service's Cape Cod National Seashore issued the following press release: Most people wouldn't suspect that the tiny fishing village at the tip of Cape Cod was fortified during the Civil War. Come hear about "Fort Useless", "Fort Ridiculous," and other fascinating landmarks in Provincetown's forgotten military past in Salty Tales of Provincetown's Naval History. On Tuesday, September 16, at 6:30 PM, join park ranger Patrick Bird for this one-hour   more
Schaffer Exposes Boulder Liberal Udall's Hypocrisy
PARKER, Colo., July 14 -- Former U.S. Rep. Bob Schaeffer, R-Colo., the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: U.S. Senate Candidate Bob Schaffer exposed the hypocrisy of Congressman Mark Udall's (D-CO) record concerning the war in Iraq today at a debate in Parker sponsored by the Southeast Business Partnership and moderated by Channel 9's Adam Schrager. "Boulder Liberal Mark Udall continues to hide from his votes on both the war and energy," sa  more
SCHLANG'S GOAL DIFFERENCE IN NINTH-RANKED EMORY'S WIN OVER NO. 21 WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
ATLANTA, Oct. 12 -- Emory University issued the following news release: Emory University freshman Ben Schlang scored an unassisted goal in the 73rd minute of play, lifting the ninth-ranked Eagles to a 1-0 victory over Washington University (Mo.). The win keeps the Eagles perfect with a 11-0-0 record (2-0-0 UAA), while the Bears fell to 8-3-0 (1-1-0 UAA). After a scoreless first half, Schlang struck at the 72:37 mark off a deflection, for the only goal in the game for either team. The sc  more
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS HALL OF FAME INDUCTING THREE
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 7 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel School of Business Administration on Thursday, April 10, 2008, will induct three new members into its Business Hall of Fame and honor a fourth with the Alvah H. Chapman Jr. Distinguished Leadership Award. The annual School of Business Hall of Fame banquet and awards presentation begins with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and the awards program at 8 p.m. at the Holliday Alumni Center, 69 Ha  more
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS LEADERSHIP FORUM SETS SPRING LECTURES
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 31 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Decision making, ethics in business and global concerns will be the featured topics during the spring School of Business Leadership Forum. Created in 2002, the Leadership Forum focuses on leadership and ethics in the lives of businesses and organizations. Lectures are free and open to the public. Thursday, Feb. 21, 2008 5:45 pm, Duckett Hall Auditorium "Ooops! That Ain't It: Leadership in Decision Making"   more
SCIENTISTS' FINDINGS MAY LEAD TO NEW DRUG-ABUSE TREATMENTS
DALLAS, Aug. 27 -- The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: Increased connections among brain cells caused by excessive drug use may represent the body's defense mechanism to combat addiction and related behaviors, scientists at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found. Previous studies have shown that repeated use of drugs such as cocaine, amphetamines and nicotine increase the number of anatomical structures called dendritic spines in bra  more
SECRETARY OF MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT WILSON TESTIFIES ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following testimony from a committee hearing: Chairman Boxer and honorable members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to share Maryland's perspective on environmental remediation at existing and former Department of Defense ("DoD") installations in our State. As many of you may know, the Department of Defense has a significant and growing presence in Maryland. By way of background, there are 24   more
SECRETARY OF STATE RICE ADDRESSES U.S.-RUSSIA RELATIONS AT GERMAN MARSHALL FUND
TIRANA, Albania, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following speech: Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice Addresses U.S.-Russia Relations At The German Marshall Fund: SECRETARY RICE: Thank you very much, Craig. Thank you for that kind introduction. I would like to thank Senator Bennett for being here, as well as members of Congress and members of the German Marshall Fund Board. I want to thank everyone at the Fund for inviting me to speak today. The German Marshall Fund is an indispen  more
SECURITY RESEARCHER LANDS DEFENSE SCHOLARSHIP
DALLAS, Sept. 24 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: Scott Moore, a UT Dallas master's student in computer science, has received a prestigious U.S. Department of Defense Information Assurance Scholarship for 2008-2009. Working under Dr. Kevin Hamlen, an assistant professor of computer science in the UT Dallas Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, Moore is studying the cutting-edge field of language-based security. "Language-based securit  more
SEN. HELSINKI COMMISSION CONDEMNS POISONING ATTEMPT OF RUSSIAN HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER KARINNA MOSKALENKO
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe issued the following news release: Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) and Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD), Co-Chairmen of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (U.S. Helsinki Commission), issued the following statement on the discovery of toxic mercury pellets found in the car of Karinna Moskalenko, a prominent Russian human rights attorney. "We are extremely concerned for the safety and well-bei  more
SEN. INHOFE ISSUES STATEMENT ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following opening statement at a committee hearing: Good morning. Thank you, Chairman Boxer. Today's hearing is an oversight hearing on clean-up efforts at federal facilities. I believe we need to work together to have effective oversight. What we are doing today is putting the cart in front of the horse and the result will be an incomplete and inconclusive attempt at oversight. This does not serve the American  more
SEN. INHOFE ISSUES STATEMENT ON OVERSIGHT HEARING ON 'FUTURE FEDERAL ROLE FOR SURFACE TRANSPORTATION' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, June 25 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following opening statement at a committee hearing: Thank you Chairman Boxer. I appreciate the opportunity to examine the role of the federal government in our nation's transportation system. As this Committee begins to focus more on transportation issues with the expiration of SAFETEA approaching, I believe it will be increasingly more important to evaluate the structure and the performance of the highway progr  more
SEN. INHOFE ISSUES STATEMENT ON OVERSIGHT HEARING ON 'QUALITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF BOTTLED WATER' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following opening statement at a committee hearing: Mr. Chairman, thank you for calling this hearing today on the quality and environmental impacts of bottled water. I'm sure you would agree that Americans are privy to the best drinking water and bottled water available in the world. There is undoubtedly growing popularity of bottled water and consumers and the general public are justified to ask whether bottle  more
SEN. LAUTENBERG ISSUES STATEMENT ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following opening statement at a committee hearing: Madame Chairman, I want to thank you for calling this hearing but frankly, I am disappointed that it is necessary. The EPA issued an order to the Pentagon: clean up the Superfund sites where the Defense Department's work had put people and the environment in jeopardy. The EPA was forced to take this action after the Pentagon refused to reach an agreement  more
SEN. STEVENS' FUNDING PROVISIONS FOR ALASKA MILITARY MODERNIZATION SIGNED INTO LAW
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The office of Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: Last night the President signed into law the Continuing Resolution, which contained several provisions authored by Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska). Senator Stevens was able to secure funding in the legislation for projects, which will help modernize and ensure the readiness of Alaskan military units and facilities. "Our troops face new threats every day, and the tools they need to counter thes  more
SEN. WICKER APPLAUDS WEST POINT'S MILESTONE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today applauded the announcement that the Navistar Defense facility in West Point has delivered its 5,000th mine resistant vehicle to the U.S. military. "This is an important day for Mississippi's economy and an even more important day for our nation's military," Sen. Wicker said. "Every day in West Point, Mississippians go to work and assemble vehicles t  more
SEN. WICKER HONORED WITH 'TRUE BLUE' AWARD FOR FAMILY-FOCUSED RECORD
WASHINGTON, Jan. 29 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) today was recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by the Family Research Council for his consistent support of family-focused policies. "As an elected official, I consider it part of my responsibility to promote pro-family policies in Congress," Sen. Wicker said. "I was proud to do so as a member of the House, and I look forward to continuing that f  more
SEN. WICKER INTRODUCES CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT TO PROTECT MARRIAGE
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: Since the beginning of man, marriage has been understood to be a union between two people of the opposite sex. This is a definition that remains widely accepted today. In fact, 45 states have either a constitutional provision or statute defining marriage as a union of a man and a woman. However, unelected judges are trying to change that. These judicial activists have opted to ignore the will of the   more
SEN. WICKER LANDS SOUGHT-AFTER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) has landed seats on three key Senate committees that will allow him to maximize his efforts to bolster Mississippi's economy and improve the lives of people across the state. It was announced Thursday that he will serve on the Armed Services Committee, the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee and the Veterans' Affairs Committee. Wicker said hi  more
SEN. WICKER RESPONDS TO AIR FORCE TANKER DECISION
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following statement: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today issued the following statement after the Department of Defense announced the termination of the current Air Force tanker competition: "Today's decision is the result of the politics that unfortunately inhibited the Defense Department from making a timely decision on this contract. With the average age of the current fleet of Air Force tankers nearing 5  more
SEN. WICKER RESPONDS TO TANKER COMPETITION DECISION
WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following statement: U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today issued the following statement after Secretary of Defense Robert Gates announced an expedited re-competition process for the Air Force tanker contract: "Secretary Gates' decision provides a responsible way forward that will ensure the Air Force tanker contract is awarded on the merits of the proposals. With the current tanker fleet consisting of planes that  more
SEN. WICKER SAYS MISSISSIPPI STUDENTS PROVE AMERICA CAN LEAD
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: Last weekend in Plains, Virginia, Mississippi high school students competed in the finals of the Team America Rocketry Challenge. Of the 643 teams that entered this advanced aerospace competition, three teams of Mississippi students reached the finals. Mentored by employees from Aurora Flight Sciences, an aerospace company in Columbus, these young Mississippians are entering a competitive engineering   more
SEN. WICKER SAYS TANKER DECISION A BOON FOR GULF COAST ECONOMY
WASHINGTON, Feb. 29 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today said the U.S. Air Force's decision to award its tanker contract to Northrop Grumman/EADS will lead to up to 2,000 jobs created along the Gulf Coast. "This announcement is a huge victory for the Gulf Coast," Wicker said. "I've been a strong supporter of Northrop Grumman/EADS throughout this process and I comm  more
SEN. WICKER WARNS AGAINST CONGRESSIONAL INTERVENTION IN TANKER CONTRACT
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: Speaking from the floor of the U.S. Senate, Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) today warned against congressional action to overturn the recent Air Force decision to award a $40 billion contract to Northrop Grumman-EADS to build 179 aerial refueling tankers in Mobile, Alabama. Boeing, who also was vying for the contract, has protested the decision to the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Sho  more
SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE APPROVES '09 DEFENSE BILL WITH IMPORTANT MISSISSIPPI PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today announced several Mississippi defense-related projects were approved when the committee unanimously passed the National Defense Authorization bill for Fiscal Year 2009. The bill authorizes funding for the Department of Defense and the national security programs of the Department of Energy. "Mississippians  more
SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE ISSUES HEARING NOTICE ON PROTECTING CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO VOTE FOR ALL AMERICANS
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Senate Judiciary Committee issued the following hearing notice: The Senate Committee on the Judiciary has scheduled a hearing on "Protecting the Constitutional Right to Vote for All Americans" for Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. in Room 226 of the Senate Dirksen Office Building. By order of the Chairman Witness List Hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on "Protecting the Constitutional Right to Vote for All Americans" Tuesday, May 20, 200  more
SENATE MAJORITY LEADER URGES GOV. RELL TO RECONSIDER CUTS TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROGRAMS
HARTFORD, Conn., June 30 -- Connecticut State Senate Democrats issued the following news release: Senate Majority Leader Martin Looney (D-New Haven) says he is deeply concerned about Gov. Rell's decision last week to slash millions of dollars from vital criminal justice initiatives, including alternative incarceration programs, which are proven to reduce recidivism rates, and costs associated with traditional incarceration. It appears Gov. Rell is also delaying adding probation officers, a  more
SENATE PASSES BILL TO PROTECT VOTING RIGHTS OF TROOPS SERVING OVERSEAS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The office of Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: The United States Senate last night passed a bipartisan bill cosponsored by Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) that would protect the voting rights of American service members serving overseas. "While brave Americans are overseas serving their country, they don't have the ease of access that we do to exercise their right to vote," said Senator Stevens. "I'm proud to cosponsor this legislation tha  more
Senator Stevens Addresses Supporters at Campaign Rally
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, who is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: For photos of the event, click here,http://www.flickr.com/search/?w=28250313%40N03&q=rally&m=tags and for audio, click here http://audatube.com/playclip.php?clip=1929 Senator Ted Stevens returned to Anchorage this morning and spoke to a large crowd of supporters at a rally in his campaign headquarters. The Senator's remarks, as prepared for   more
Senator Stevens Does More than a Rookie Senator Could in a Year
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, who is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: In the last two weeks Senator Ted Stevens has continued his fight for Alaska, delivering a variety of bills and funding programs that positively impact Alaska families across the state. The Senator has put in many early mornings and late nights working with his Republican and Democrat Senate colleagues to ensure that Alaskans' needs are met and wa  more
SENIOR SCHOLARS PROGRAM TAKES STEP BACK IN HISTORY THIS FALL
CHARLESTON, S.C., July 15 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Charleston history takes center stage during this fall's Citadel Senior Scholars program. The Senior Scholars Program, under the direction of The Citadel Graduate College, is designed for adults age 55 and older who want continued intellectual and social interaction in a scholastic setting. No formal education is required for membership, but participants are considered non-degree students of The Citadel Graduate   more
SHARE THE HIGHWAY: OPERATION SAFE DRIVER WEEK
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Oct. 17 -- The Missouri Department of Transportation issued the following news release: There is good news for everyone who shares Missouri highways: the number of commercial motor vehicle crashes that resulted in fatalities fell an incredible 23 percent between 2005 and 2007. Crashes that resulted in injuries were down 11 percent. Operation Safe Driver Week, Oct. 19-25, 2008, brings awareness to the importance of commercial motor vehicle and passenger vehicle safety.   more
South Korean Inventors Develop Gas Based Object Separating Method
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 25 -- Heung-Youl Kim, Yong-Bum Jun and Sang-Hwa Kim, all from Daejeon, South Korea, have developed an object separating apparatus. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "An object separating apparatus uses gas and has a hollow housing with a closed end connected to a first object, and an opened end. An axially movable cylinder is installed at an inner space of the housing and a piston assembly is coupled to the cylinder and connected   more
SOUTHERN MAINE SWEEPS VIKINGS IN DOUBLEHEADER ACTION, 8-7, 12-2
SALEM, Mass., April 10 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The University of Southern Maine recorded a two-game total of 19 hits en route to a sweep of the Lady Vikings in a non-conference twin-bill held at Gorham, ME. SSC (12-14) led the Huskies, 7-6, going into the bottom half of the last inning of game one. However, USM (8-10) allied to plate a pair of unearned runs to post a come-from-behind 8-7 victory. Freshman right Krystal Coleman (5-7) suffered the loss desp  more
STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON AFGHANISTAN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Intelligence and Research Electronic Affairs Publication Office issued the following Background Note: PROFILE OFFICIAL NAME: Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Geography Area: 647,500 sq. km. (249,935 sq. mi.); slightly smaller than Texas. Cities: Capital-Kabul (1,780,000; 1999/2000 UN est.). Other cities (1988 UN est.; current figures are probably significantly higher)-Kandahar (226,000); Herat (177,000); Mazar-e-Shari  more
State Education Leaders Conclude Successful Legislative Conference
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The Council of Chief State School Officers issued the following news release: The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) concluded its Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, DC, Tuesday following three days of deliberation, discussion and collaboration around key education policy issues. State education agency chiefs, deputies, federal liaisons, and public information officers representing more than 44 states, the District of Columbia, extra-state juri  more
STATE REP. EBERLE HELPS HONOR YOUTH CONSERVATION CORPS
AUGUSTA, Maine, Aug. 13 -- Maine State Rep. Jane E. Eberle, D-123rd District, issued the following news release: Rep. Jane Eberle, D-South Portland, attended the first annual statewide Youth Conservation Corps Jamboree in Yarmouth Aug. 8 and, with Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner David Littell, distributed awards to the Corps members. The event was designed to celebrate the inspiring work Maine's 10 YCC crews do each year to protect the state's water resources. It was o  more
STATE SCHOOLS CHIEF O'CONNELL CONGRATULATES CALIFORNIA TEACHERS CHOSEN AS FINALISTS FOR MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE AWARDS
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 17 -- The California Department of Education issued the following news release: State Superintendent of Public Instruction Jack O'Connell congratulated two outstanding California teachers selected by a national panel as state finalists for the prestigious 2008-09 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. Charles Reynes is an itinerant elementary science teacher based at Marshall Elementary School in the Castro Valley Unified School Dis  more
STEEL BAR MAKER TO EXPAND ITS HUNTINGTON OPERATIONS
HUNTINGTON, Ind., Sept. 17 -- The Indiana Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: Steel bar manufacturer Gerdau MACSTEEL announced today its board of directors have approved a $9.4 million expansion to its heat treating operations here, creating 20 new jobs by 2011. As part of the expansion, the company will construct a new 38,000-square-foot building to house a fifth quench and temper line with induction similar to the company's existing four lines located on th  more
STUDENTS LAUNCHING COMPUTER 'ATTACKS' TO BOLSTER INFORMATION SECURITY
OSWEGO, N.Y., Oct. 15 -- The State University of New York at Oswego issued the following news release: Students at SUNY Oswego and two other colleges will launch computer attacks in a virtual environment in a project designed to improve information security in the real world. SUNY Oswego, Iowa State and Oberlin College are collaborating to create and test a virtual security platform, and impart resulting lessons to other colleges, under a National Science Foundation Institutional Developme  more
SUMO WRESTLES SENP1 OVER RESPONSE TO HYPOXIA, PROVIDING POSSIBLE CANCER TARGETS
HOUSTON, Nov. 1 -- The University of Texas System of MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: Researchers at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center have found a protein that enables cellular survival during periods of low oxygen, or hypoxia, which also is key for development of many kinds of cancer. In the Nov. 2 issue of Cell, they report that this protein, known as SENP1 (Sentrin/SUMO-specific protease 1), might provide a basis for future targeted therap  more
SUPERINTENDENT OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION ISSUES MEMO REGARDING DELIVERY OF COMMODITIES FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2009-10
LANSING, Mich., Oct. 20 -- The superintendent of the Michigan Department of Eduaction issued the following memo: TO: Local and Intermediate School Superintendents, Public School Academy Directors, and Nonpublic School Administrators FROM: Carol Wolenberg, Deputy Superintendent SUBJECT: Delivery of Commodities for School Year 2009-2010 At this time, school districts need to decide how to manage the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) donated food commodities that will be or  more
TAIWAN: PRESIDENT YING-JEOU MEETS PRESIDENT, CEO OF THE CENTER FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES JOHN HAMRE
TAIPEI, Taiwan, Oct. 11 - The office of the President of Taiwan issued the following news release: President Ma Ying-jeou on the morning of October 11 at the Presidential Building met with Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) President and CEO Mr. John Hamre. The CSIS is an American think tank based in Washington D.C. President Ma extended a warm welcome to Mr. Hamre and other members of the visiting group on making a special visit to Taiwan to attend a seminar. President  more
TANKER CONTRACT WOULD BENEFIT ENTIRE STATE
WASHINGTON, April 14 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: On February 28, in a decision that had major implications for Mississippi's economy, the Air Force announced it had awarded a $40 billion contract to Northrop Grumman and EADS North America to build 179 aerial refueling tankers. The tankers, which would be assembled in Mobile, Alabama, would create up to 2,000 new jobs on the Gulf Coast, many of which would be filled by Mississippians. Unfortunat  more
TASK FORCE RAMADI ASSISTS IN IRAQI MILESTONE EVENT
CAMP RAMADI, Iraq, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Task Force Ramadi Public Affairs U.S. Joint Forces Command's Task Force Ramadi assisted in an historic ceremony yesterday marking the handover of security responsibility for Al Anbar Province from Multi-National Force-Iraq (MNF-I) to Iraqi authorities. Al Anbar, Iraq's largest and western-most province, is the 11th of 18 provinces reverting to Iraqi control. Borderi  more
TEC AND ESRI COLLABORATE ON GEOSPATIAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 10 -- The Army Engineer Research and Development Center issued the following news release: ERDC-TEC and the Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. (ESRI) signed a cooperative research and development agreement in August to collaborate on the design and construction of innovative prototypes demonstrating the next generation of geospatial technology in U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Battle Command applications. This core research will influence the use of geospati  more
TEXAS LEADS THE WAY IN DEVELOPING 21ST CENTURY MILITARY TECHNOLOGY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The office of Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, issued the following column: In his first inaugural address, President Ronald Reagan said, "Above all, we must realize that no arsenal, or no weapon in the arsenals of the world, is so formidable as the will and moral courage of free men and women. It is a weapon adversaries in today's world do not have." Though spoken at the height of the Cold War, these words resonate today as our country wages a Global War on Terror a  more
THE CITADEL NAMES NEW CAMPUS POLICE CHIEF
CHARLESTON, S.C., July 29 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel has a new campus chief of police, and three other Public Safety officers have been promoted. William A. "Bill" Fletcher Jr., deputy director of Citadel Public Safety since 2000, replaces Mike Bingham, who retired in February after 14 years in the department. Fletcher directs all law enforcement and security operations, including special investigations, disaster preparedness and recovery, and exec  more
THE FOUR PILLARS: MILITARY
CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 24 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: On an autumn morning in 1066, William of Normandy tried desperately to break a line of Saxon warriors at the top of a shallow hill. Against the storm of blades, the Normans quickly fled across the battlefield as the British defenders pursued them-if the battle continued like this, William might not have lived to return to France. And then just in time, the earth rumbled from the troop of Norman knights who crashed in  more
TONNEMACHER A REPEAT SELECTION ON RIMINGTON WATCH LIST
LOGAN, Utah, May 8 -- Utah State University issued the following news release: For the second year in a row, offensive center Ryan Tonnemacher has been named to the Rimington Trophy Watch List, given annually to the nation's most outstanding center in college football, as the 2008 Spring Watch List was released Wednesday [May 7]. This is the first preseason honor for USU. Tonnemacher (pronounced Tawn-uh-mawker), a 6-3, 292-pound senior from Chandler, Ariz. (Hamilton HS), is one of 42 playe  more
TOP U.S. COMMANDER IN IRAQ VISITS MEMBERS OF TASK FORCE RAMADI
CAMP RAMADI, Iraq, Sept. 8 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Task Force Ramadi Public Affairs Army Gen. David Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Iraq, visited here this past weekend, taking time to meet with members of U.S. Joint Forces Command's (USJFCOM) Task Force Ramadi. Task Force Ramadi is a tailored task force made up of more than 100 military and civilian personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps forw  more
TOP-SEED CASTLETON WINS NAC CHAMPIONSHIP 2-1
CASTLETON, Vt., Nov. 3 -- Castleton State College issued the following news release: The top-seeded Castleton State College men's soccer team won a thrilling North Atlantic Conference Championship match over third-seeded Husson College 2-1 at Alumni Field. Husson's season ends at 10-10-1 overall. Both teams were electric from the start, battling on both ends for an advantage. The Spartans would break through first as freshman, Chris Mulholland set up Matt Buhrke for his first goal of the   more
TUCSON SECTOR MAKES SIGNIFICANT GAINS
TUCSON, Ariz., Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued the following press release: CBP Border Patrol released year-end numbers that reveal the effectiveness of the historic improvements in enforcement techniques and infrastructure that have assisted in gaining greater operational control of our Nation's borders in Arizona. The sustained trend of quality enhancements including additional manpower, growing infrastructure and improved t  more
TURNER PROVISIONS IN FISCAL YEAR 2009 DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL SEEK TO IMPROVE MILITARY SEXUAL ASSAULT PROTECTION PROCEDURES
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Michael R. Turner successfully advocated for provisions included in the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that will seek to improve sexual assault protection procedures in the military. Congressman Turner has worked with the Lauterbach family to address this issue following the tragic rape and murder of Marine Lance Corporal Maria Lauterbach. "For months,   more
TWO NEW BATTALION TACTICAL OFFICERS APPOINTED
CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 22 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel has added two new battalion tactical officers with significant leadership experience to its ranks. Marine Corps Col. William P. Leek has assumed command of First Battalion. He replaces Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Sberna, who is now director of cadet activities. Regimental Support Battalion is now under the leadership of retired Navy Capt. Lee Cardwell. Regimental Support Battalion was created in 2007 t  more
U.S. AMBASSADOR WITHERS SPEAKS AT BKTF ROUNDTABLE
TIRANA, Albania, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: Mr. Prime Minister, Ministers, Deputy Minister Zajmi, honored guests, and especially President Bozo of the coalition Together Against Child Trafficking. In a little over one year since I have been in Albania, I have participated in many events and given remarks at many events. I have spoken about NATO. I have spoken about Kosovo independence. I have spoken against corruption. I have spoken in favor of religiou  more
U.S. COAST GUARD TO ESTABLISH SMALL BOAT STATION IN APRA HARBOR, GUAM
HAGATNA, Guam, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, 14th District, issued the following press release: The U.S. Coast Guard will establish Station Apra Harbor Friday, Sept. 26, 2008, making it the first small boat station in the Mariana Islands. Station Apra Harbor will join 188 other Coast Guard small boat stations throughout the United States. The legacy of the U.S. Coast Guard small boat station dates back to the establishment of the U.S. Lifesaving Ser  more
U.S. CONDEMNS, REJECTS STATEMENTS MADE BY GENERAL NKUNDA
KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Oct. 6 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: The United States condemns and rejects the statements made by General Nkunda, leader of the National Congress for the Defense of the People (CNDP), claiming the CNDP intends to overthrow the elected and universally recognized Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (GDRC). The U.S. calls on the international community to support the GDRC as it works to consolidate its democrac  more
U.S. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GORDON ENGLAND ISSUES STATEMENT AFTER MEETING WITH MINISTER OF DEFENSE GAZMEND OKETA TIRANA, ALBANIA
TIRANA, Albania, Sept. 30 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: Good morning. It is great to be here in this beautiful country and my many thanks to Minister Oketa and to his beautiful wife for their wonderful hospitality since my wife Dotty and I arrived yesterday. The U.S. and Albania have been strong partners for many years and our countries share a commitment to furthering peace and prosperity across the Balkan region. Today, Albanian military are supporting a nu  more
U.S. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GORDON ENGLAND ISSUES STATEMENT AFTER MEETING WITH PRESIDENT BAMIR TOPI TIRANA, ALBANIA
TIRANA, Albania, Sept. 30 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: Mr. President, I thank you. I thank you for your friendship, I thank you for your very strong leadership, and for hosting this very special event. I am deeply honored by the recognition bestowed on me today. Minister of Defense Oketa, thank you for your leadership and special thanks to you and your lovely wife Adela, for your hospitality, for your personal friendship. Ambassador Withers, I thank you for   more
U.S. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GORDON ENGLAND ISSUES STATEMENT AFTER MEETING WITH PRIME MINISTER SALI BERISHA TIRANA, ALBANIA
TIRANA, Albania, Sept. 30 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: Mr. Prime Minister, I thank you for your hospitality. It is absolutely delightful to be here in Albania with my wife. We are enjoying the hospitality of the country and I thank you very much for the invitation to spend some time with you this morning. The Prime Minister and I had an opportunity to discuss a number of topics, important to both of our countries. We talked about the stability of the region, mil  more
U.S. GALAXY C-5 AIRCRAFT TRANSPORTS MEDICAL EQUIPMENT DONATION TO BOLIVIA
LA PAZ, Bolivia, July 21 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: A United States Air Force Galaxy C-5 aircraft transported 53,000 pounds of medical and healthcare equipment, with an estimated value of $47,000, to Bolivia. The equipment was donated unconditionally by U.S.-based NGO Mano a Mano. The Galaxy C-5, the largest military transport aircraft in the United States, made several stops in Latin American countries to deliver humanitarian medical assistance from private U  more
U.S. JOINT FORCES COMMAND SUPPORTING HURRICANE RELIEF
NORFOLK, Va., Sept. 12 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs U.S. Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM) assumed its role as a global force provider this hurricane season by sending personnel to help those in southern states struck by storms. U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) requested personnel by contacting USJFCOM's Operations, Plans, Logistics and Engineering Directorate (J3/4). Marine Col. Ric  more
U.S. JOINT FORCES COMMAND TO HOLD RE-COMPETE FOR JOINT CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT, EXPERIMENTATION
NORFOLK, Va., Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs U.S. Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM) announced before industry representatives here today at a Tidewater Association of Service Contractors (TASC) luncheon that it will hold a re-competition for one of the command's larger contracts. USJFCOM's Joint Concept Development and Experimentation Directorate (J9) contract is set to expire   more
U.S. JOINT FORCES COMMAND TO PARTNER WITH NATO FOR TRAINING EXERCISE
SUFFOLK, Va., Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs U.S. Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM) and NATO's Allied Command - Transformation (ACT) will partner during a command post exercise (CPX) to support the training of the Afghan National Army (ANA) this fall. The Combined Security Transition Command - Afghanistan (CSTC-A), responsible for the overall training of ANA, requested USJFCOM's  more
U.S., IRAQI OFFICIALS ADDRESS SADR CITY RECONSTRUCTION
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Noting that increasing employment, rebuilding infrastructure and providing basic services are tactics in the war on terror, coalition and Iraqi officials today discussed the pace of civil-military rebuilding in Baghdad's Sadr City district today. Iraqi spokesman Tahseen al-Sheikhly said the government has been putting billions of dinars into reconstructing the Sh  more
U.S., SERBIAN LEADERS DISCUSS NEW WAYS TO COOPERATE
BELGRADE, Serbia, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The military-to-military relationship between the United States and Serbia is growing closer, the top military officers of both countries said here today. Serbian Army Chief of Defense Gen. Zdravko Ponos and Adm. Mike Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to reporters following their meeting on the relationship. Mullen said the two me  more
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON RESEARCHERS WIN TOP PRIZE FOR RESEARCH WITH HUMANITARIAN APPLICATIONS
HOUSTON, Aug. 19 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: We all understand that even the tiniest changes in the environment can create big opportunities and challenges for plants, animals and humans, but rarely do we consider what's happening on a microscopic level and what those changes could mean for the infinite varieties of life on Earth - or how mankind's day-to-day experiences could be affected. But University of Houston researchers Yuriy Fofanov and Lennart J  more
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AT DARTMOUTH DEFEATS VIKINGS, 97-88, TO REMAIN UNDEFEATED
SALEM, Mass., Jan. 8 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The No. 19 nationally-ranked Corsairs of the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth remained undefeated by erasing a five-point half time deficit and racing to a 97-88 non-conference victory over the Vikings at James Twohig Gymnasium this evening. The Corsairs (11-0), who finished with six players achieving double-digit scoring figures, were led by senior forward Dan Holbrook's (Lexington) game-high 19. UMD a  more
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA - HELENA TO HOST INAUGURAL 'WOMEN IN GEAR' CAREER FAIR ON OCT. 11
HELENA, Mont., Sept. 19 -- The Helena College of Technology issued the following news release: During the Second World War millions of women went to work in defense industries as welders, riveters, and crane operators to help support the war effort giving rise to the image of "Rosie the Riveter" as one of the era's most enduring icons. Nowhere was this more visible than here in the West which boasted the highest number of female industrial workers in the country. Seventy years later trades an  more
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA APPOINTS YASINSAC NEW DEAN OF COMPUTER, INFORMATION SCIENCES
MOBILE, Ala., May 19 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: Distinguished educator and researcher Dr. Alec Yasinsac has been appointed new dean of the School of Computer and Information Sciences at the University of South Alabama. He will begin June 1, assuming the position of Dr. David Feinstein, who will return to full-time teaching and research after more than 28 years of service to the University, the last 10 of those years as dean. Yasinsac comes to USA f  more
USACRC LAUNCHES RANGE, WEAPONS SAFETY TOOLBOX
ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 16 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The U.S. Army Combat Readiness/ Safety Center has developed a Range & Weapons Safety Toolbox to help commanders and leaders prevent weapons handling accidents on military ranges. From fiscal year 2000 through the first quarter of FY 2008, 62 Class A through C weapons-handling accidents occurred on military ranges. While many of these accidents resulted in relatively minor injuries with limited ti  more
UTAH STATE TRACK & FIELD COMPETING IN WESTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS ON MAY 14-17
LOGAN, Utah, May 15 -- Utah State University issued the following news release: Utah State's men's track & field team will open defense of its conference title while the Aggie women's team will look to improve off last year's fifth-place finish when the Western Athletic Conference Track & Field Championships begin Wednesday, May 14. The championships, which run through Saturday, May 17, are hosted by Boise State at Bronco Stadium at Boise, Idaho. The men's decathlon and the women's heptath  more
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY STUDENTS FIND SUCCESS IN WASHINGTON
OREM, Utah, Aug. 8 -- Utah Valley University issued the following news release: Some Utah Valley University students and alumni are wrapping up summer internships for a variety of government offices in Washington D.C., and have even landed jobs in the offices of Utah Congressmen. Nathan Gambill from Provo, Utah who graduated from UVU in 2008 with honors in political science, is currently interning for Utah Senator Robert Bennett's office doing legislative research. After his internship is   more
VARIED LINEUP SET FOR U.S.-MEXICO LECTURE SERIES
DALLAS, Sept. 12 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: The Center for U.S.-Mexico Studies at UT Dallas will resume its annual lecture series on topics of interest to both the United States and Mexico on Sept. 20. The series will include talks about literary fiction, poetry, art, international education, technology, Mexican leadership, and challenges and opportunities facing the U.S. and Mexico. As in previous years, the talks will take place both at UT   more
VEHICLE STUDIES DROWSY, DRUNK, DISTRACTED DRIVING
DALLAS, Sept. 3 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: Expect to be noticed if you're wheeling around in the "UTDrive" vehicle. The white SUV is hard to miss. It's emblazoned with the UT Dallas logo and green flames, and fully outfitted with cameras, microphones and other data sensors from bumper to bumper. UTDrive is a transportation research tool helping Electrical Engineering Department head John Hansen understand some of the challenges confronting mo  more
Veterans and Military Families for Progress Endorses John Boccieri
CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 3 -- John Boccieri, a Democratic candidate for Ohio's 16th Congressional District, issued the following news release: The organization Veterans and Military Families for Progress has endorsed John Boccieri's candidacy for Congress in Ohio's 16th Congressional District. "We feel that veterans, active duty, military families, and in fact, all people of Ohio's Sixteenth Congressional District will be well-served with John Boccieri as their representative by ensuring that A  more
VIKINGS DEFEAT FITCHBURG STATE, 91-63
SALEM, Mass., Jan. 19 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The Vikings received 18 points from senior guard Marquis Victor (Lawrence), 16 points from junior center Dylan Holmes (Groton) and 12 points from senior guard Alex Finn (Ashby) en route to a convincing 91-63 victory over Fitchburg State College in a Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference (MASCAC) game played this afternoon at James Twohig Gymnasium. SSC (10-3, overall; 1-0, MASCAC) opened defense of i  more
VIKINGS ROLL TO SEVENTH STRAIGHT WIN
SALEM, Mass., Sept. 27 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: Junior forward Andrew Angus (Dorchester, Mass.) scored once and added an assist while freshman forward Carlos De Oliviera (Peabody, Mass.) registered his first collegiate goal to lead the Vikings to a 2-0 win over Fitchburg State College in a Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference (MASCAC) match at Alumni Field. SSC (7-0, overall; 2-0 MASCAC), who has yetto lose or tie a match this season, is off to   more
VIKINGS SPLIT DOUBLEHEADER WITH FRAMINGHAM STATE COLLEGE
SALEM, Mass., April 15 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: The Vikings became the first Massachusetts State College Athletic Conference (MASCAC) team to win 20 games this season when they went out and blanked Framingham State College, 5-0, in the opener of a twin-bill played this afternoon at the New Salem State College Baseball Field. However, SSC (20-9 overall; 6-2 MASCAC) committed a season-high five errors en route to a 7-5 nightcap loss to the Rams (4-16 overall  more
VIRGINIA DELEGATION HONORS LATE REP. DAVIS
WASHINGTON, April 9 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Today the House passed House Resolution 5489, a resolution to name the U.S. Post Office in Gloucester, VA after the late Rep. Jo Ann Davis (VA-01). The resolution, introduced by Rep. Davis' successor Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), passed by a vote of 397-0. Rep. Davis passed away on October 7, 2007 after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. "Jo Ann was an inspiration to us all. She was a passi  more
VIRTUAL COMMUNITY FOR MILITARY FAMILIES MEETS LIVE IN SAN ANTONIO
SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: SpouseBuzz, a support group that connects military spouses online, held its fifth live conference here over the weekend. SpouseBuzz allows spouses to get advice and find resources that might not be readily available in their surrounding community as part of a growing trend toward online communities and discussion forums that are becoming a staple, especially for  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. FRELINGHUYSEN, FEB. 29: REP. FRELINGHUYSEN GAINS ASSURANCES FROM NATIONAL GUARD CHIEF
WASHINGTON, Feb. 29 -- Rep. Rodney P. Frelinghuysen, R-N.J. (11th CD), issued the following newsletter: Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen this week secured assurances from the nation's top National Guard leader that New Jersey will be protected while roughly half of the state's National Guard troops are deployed to Iraq this summer. At a Thursday hearing of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, Frelinghuysen told Lt. General Steven Blum "our citizens need to know that the deployment of 3,200 of ou  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. GOODE, OCT. 8
WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Rep. Virgil H. Goode Jr., I-Va. (5th CD), issued the following newsletter: Congress has adopted legislation that gives the Secretary of the Treasury the right to spend $700 billion to buy up risky mortgages that were made by some companies to persons who did not have the resources to afford them. This unwise practice is one of the root causes of the financial difficulties we are experiencing. I also blame those who repeatedly pushed institutions and lenders to make polit  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. MORAN, OCT. 13: IN OFFICE
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- Rep. Jerry Moran, R-Kan. (1st CD), issued the following newsletter: Leaders from Junction City and Manhattan were in this week in conjunction with the Association of the United States Army's (AUSA) annual meeting to discuss Ft. Riley, the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF), transportation, housing and other issues in their communities. In with the group from Junction City were Mike Rhodes, Ken and Sarah Talley, Denise Ott, Jack Taylor, Terry Heldstab, Ed Hook  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. REYES, FEB. 1: REP. REYES QUESTIONS CHERTOFF ON BORDER ID MANDATE
WASHINGTON, Jan. 25 -- Rep. Silvestre Reyes, D-Texas (16th CD), issued the following newsletter: Stating that "(s)ecurity is an important component of our nation's homeland defense," but that DHS's "hastily-devised and implemented tactics" place an undue burden on border families, I urged DHS Secretary Chertoff to reconsider the planned January 31 implementation of identification rules. To read my letter to DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff, visit: http://wwwc.house.gov/reyes/news_detail.asp?  more
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY FORENSIC PROGRAM: UNIVERSAL ACCLAIM, INTERNATIONAL FACULTY, EMPLOYABLE GRADS
MORGANTOWN, W.Va., June 5 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: Patricia Elswick, who hails from Mt. Hope, W.Va., was a little nervous as she entered the crime lab in Southern California for the first day of her internship. But the West Virginia University Forensic and Investigative Sciences student got a verdict of instant respect - with a side order of awe to go with it. "A lot of the veteran lab techs were pretty amazed that I came in already knowing the same  more
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL 2007-08 SEASON OUTLOOK
POTSDAM, N.Y., Nov. 19 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: Entering her third year as the SUNY Potsdam women's basketball coach, Tara Ruckh, is optimistic about the 2007-08 season. With eight returning players and four newcomers, Ruckh is confident that this year's team has the experience and talent to be one of the top in the conference. "The returners are now used to our style of play and aware where the program is looking to be in the future  more
WOODSTRA SHINES AT OLYMPICS
ARCATA, Calif., Aug. 29 -- Humboldt State University issued the following press release: There's no question about it: Sue Woodstra knows volleyball. Woodstra, Humboldt State head coach and assistant coach for the U.S. Olympic Women's Indoor Volleyball Team, recently helped lead Team USA back to the medal stand for the first time in 16 years. The national squad brought home the silver from the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, matching its best-ever finish. Although the team lost to Brazil  more
ZAYTUN DIVISION GIVING GREAT CONTRIBUTION TO LOCAL COMMUNITY
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: Located in Erbil, IRAQ within the Multi- National Division North East, the Republic of Korea's Zaytun Division held a road opening ceremony on August 18, 2008 in conjunction with the Green Angel Operations. In attendance were more than 700 people including staff members from the Multi National Forces Iraq, the Zaytun Contingent Commander and support staff, BG Chirita from MNF-I, BG Matern f  more
ZUFELT SELECTED FOR ASSIGNMENT AS TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
HANOVER, N.H., Oct. 10 -- The Army Engineer Research and Development Center issued the following news release: Dr. Jon Zufelt, ERDC-CRREL Anchorage Office, was recently selected for a one-year assignment as the organization's newest technical director of Earth Sciences and Engineering. Zufelt has been a research hydraulic engineer for 24 years, with a research focus in ice hydraulics, river engineering, ice jam modeling, and the effects of climate change on permafrost and coastlines in the  more
ACADEMY HONORS TWO OUTSTANDING ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS
ROLLA, Mo., April 18 -- The Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news release: Two engineering management professionals with ties to Missouri University of Science and Technology were inducted into the Missouri S&T Academy of Engineering Management on Thursday, April 17. One member was inducted posthumously. The academy, established at Missouri S&T in 2004, is an advisory group to the university's engineering management department. The two members were selecte  more
DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY OFFICIALLY STANDS UP WITH PENTAGON CEREMONY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The Defense Media Activity gives public affairs within the Defense Department a new structure to move forward as a consolidated and integrated team, Deputy Defense Secretary Gordon England said during the organization's activation ceremony at the Pentagon today. "This is where jointness really pays off," England said. "But this is an area where jointness has real  more
DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY OFFICIALLY STANDS UP WITH PENTAGON CEREMONY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Forces Korea issued the following news release: By Army Staff Sgt. Michael J. Carden American Forces Press Service The Defense Media Activity gives public affairs within the Defense Department a new structure to move forward as a consolidated and integrated team, Deputy Defense Secretary Gordon England said during the organization's activation ceremony at the Pentagon today. "This is where jointness really pays off," England said. "But this is an area   more
DOD REACHES OUT TO PARENTS IN NEW AD CAMPAIGN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Defense Department marketers launched a new television and online advertising campaign today, but its primary target is not potential military recruits - it's their parents. In one of the handful of ads slated to begin airing nationally, a mother and father sit in their car parked outside a convenience store, talking as their teenage son runs inside. "The mil  more
HUAWEI RAILS AT 3COM DEAL SECURITY CONCERNS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- The House Republican Policy Committee issued the following news release: The Chinese company participating in the planned buy-out of a US telecoms equipment maker has angrily rounded on US politicians who claim the deal could endanger US national security. Xu Zhijun, chief marketing officer at Huawei Technologies, told the Financial Times that the concerns expressed by some US lawmakers were "bullshit". He added there was no need to change the terms of the $2.2bn   more
KOREAN-U.S. SECURITY COUNCIL EVENTS ANNOUNCED
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following media advisory: Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates hosts an honor cordon to welcome Republic of Korea Minister of National Defense Lee Sang-hee to the Pentagon Oct. 17 at 10:30 a.m. EDT. The cordon will be held on the steps of the Pentagon River Entrance. Secretary Gates and Minister of National Defense Lee will conduct a joint press conference Oct. 17 at 1:15 p.m. in the DoD Briefing Studio, Pentagon 2E973. Jo  more
PENTAGON LIBRARY MAKES VALUABLE DOCUMENTS MORE ACCESSIBLE
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: As goes technology, so goes much of the Pentagon Library's collection, its chief of technological services said. "What we're trying to do is to improve digital access," Trudie Root explained. "We call it the 'virtual library.'" The two-pronged project will help to preserve some of the library's old, historic documents, and will spare users the trek to the library, allowing them to click through documents on t  more
REP. SAXTON LANDS $20M FOR FUTURE R&D @ LOCKHEED PLANT
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J., Oct. 15 -- Rep. Jim Saxton, R-N.J. (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Jim Saxton today announced that $20 million has been authorized to pay for research and development (R&D) of the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense Signal Processor (BSP), a key component of the nation's Ballistic Missile Defense System. "Research and development dollars can indicate the future of the plant," Saxton said. "Lockheed Martin is the largest company in South Jersey, and I  more
REP. WITTMAN CONGRATULATES FORT A.P. HILL ON AWARD
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following statement: Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement congratulating the men and women serving at Fort A.P. Hill for winning the Army Chief of Staff Communities of Excellence Award for Fiscal Year 2008: "I would like to congratulate Lt. Col. Michael Graese, the staff and all the men and women who serve at Fort A.P. Hill for winning this award. I have had the privilege of visiting Fort A.  more
REP. WITTMAN PAYS TRIBUTE TO VICTIMS OF SEPT. 11TH
WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following statement: Congressman Rob Wittman attended the 9/11 Memorial Service at the Pentagon today and released the following statement: "The attacks of September 11th, 2001 renewed obligations which have been met by generations of Americans throughout history and which we continue to fulfill today. These obligations include heightened vigilance in protecting the homeland, the willingness to pursue terrorists all o  more
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS HALL OF FAME INDUCTING THREE
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 7 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel School of Business Administration on Thursday, April 10, 2008, will induct three new members into its Business Hall of Fame and honor a fourth with the Alvah H. Chapman Jr. Distinguished Leadership Award. The annual School of Business Hall of Fame banquet and awards presentation begins with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and the awards program at 8 p.m. at the Holliday Alumni Center, 69 Ha  more
SEN. LAUTENBERG ISSUES STATEMENT ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following opening statement at a committee hearing: Madame Chairman, I want to thank you for calling this hearing but frankly, I am disappointed that it is necessary. The EPA issued an order to the Pentagon: clean up the Superfund sites where the Defense Department's work had put people and the environment in jeopardy. The EPA was forced to take this action after the Pentagon refused to reach an agreement  more
SEN. SALAZAR CALLS ON ARMY SECRETARY TO INVESTIGATE FT. CARSON HOMICIDES
DENVER, Oct. 17 -- The office of Sen. Ken Salazar, D-Colo., issued the following news release: Today, in a letter to Secretary of the Army Pete Geren, United States Senator Ken Salazar called for a swift and thorough investigation into recent homicides and violent incidents among soldiers returning from deployments. In the letter, Senator Salazar calls for an inquiry into the personnel records of those soldiers involved in the violent incidents, including whether the soldiers were admitted  more
UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY STUDENTS FIND SUCCESS IN WASHINGTON
OREM, Utah, Aug. 8 -- Utah Valley University issued the following news release: Some Utah Valley University students and alumni are wrapping up summer internships for a variety of government offices in Washington D.C., and have even landed jobs in the offices of Utah Congressmen. Nathan Gambill from Provo, Utah who graduated from UVU in 2008 with honors in political science, is currently interning for Utah Senator Robert Bennett's office doing legislative research. After his internship is   more
$15 MILLION WORTH OF COCAINE SEIZED BY BORDER PATROL IN TEXAS
MERCEDES, Texas, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued the following press release: Border Patrol agents assigned to the Rio Grande Valley Sector seized over 400 pounds of cocaine near the Rio Grande River today. The value of the narcotics is more than $15 million. The seizure occurred today when Border Patrol Agents assigned to the Mercedes Border Patrol Station were alerted to possible illegal activity south of Donna, Texas. As th  more
$230 MILLION HEADED TO WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Recently, President Bush signed the FY2008 Defense Authorization Bill into law, officially authorizing $230 million in Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) funds for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. This is a significant step for our community during the BRAC process which will result in southwest Ohio gaining more than 1,000 new jobs at Wright-Patterson. With this $230 million signed into law, Wr  more
'DHRUV' TO BE INDUCTED INTO AIR FORCE BY 2009: ANTONY
Bangalore, Oct 25 (UNI) Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) 'Dhruv' would be inducted into the Indian Air Force by December 2009, Defence Minister A K Antony said today. Talking to newspersons after witnessing a spectacular air display of IJT, Dhruv, Saras and LCH here, he said currently weaponisation of Dhruv was going on and by December, would be completed. The indigenously designed 'Dhruv' was a multi-role new generation helicopter, which was developed by HAL, he added. With Turbomeca TM  more
'EQUIVALENT OF COMBAT BRIGADE' OF VETERANS SHORTCHANGED BY LOCKHEED MARTIN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Dennis J. Kucinich, D-Ohio (10th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Dennis Kucinich (D-OH), chairman of the Domestic Policy Subcommittee of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, sent a letter today to Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) director, Ms. Theresa McKay, calling upon DFAS to fulfill its promise to recalculate thousands of potentially erred retirement payments to veterans with severe disabilities. The letter was s  more
'GEN Y GUY' SPEAKING TO TEAM GEAR UP STUDENTS APRIL 1 AT EAST CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
ADA, Okla., March 25 -- East Central University issued the following news release: A best-selling author, acclaimed speaker and award-winning entrepreneur often referred to as the "Gen Y Guy" will be the keynote speaker Tuesday [APRIL 1] for TEAM GEAR UP's annual Career Symposium at East Central University. Jason Ryan Dorsey, who wrote the national bestseller "Graduate to Your Perfect Job" in his college dorm room, will address approximately 320 9th grade students from Allen, Byng, Milburn  more
'LIVE, REACH, CELEBRATE' AT ANDERSON NETWORK'S 20TH ANNIVERSARY PATIENT, CAREGIVER CONFERENCE
HOUSTON, July 1 -- The University of Texas System of MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: Gerald McRaney has played a farmer and a hit man, an old West gunfighter and a corrupt Southern sheriff, as well as his popular TV roles as a private investigator in "Simon and Simon" and a no-nonsense military man with children in "Major Dad." But the role he recently faced at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center - lung cancer patient - wasn't one for which he had  more
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The challenge was in not only sustaining the new round of dialogue but also ensuring that it is insulated from the day-to-day setbacks that have often derailed the process in the past. A lot has been achieved here in a relatively small period of time, Mr Sayeed said. The major breakthrough was in engaging the civil society of Jammu and Kashmir in the process. The involvement of the people as principal stakeholders was gaining ground. This is the greatest achievement and it should not be   more
17TH ANNUAL FABULOUS FAKES BENEFIT LUNCHEON SLATED FOR APRIL 4
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., March 6 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: Are you a fabulous celebrity fake at heart? If so, the Armed Services YMCA wants you. The Armed Services YMCA is hosting its 17th Annual Fabulous Fakes Benefit Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 4, at the Fort Leonard Wood Pershing Community Center. The YMCA is looking for energetic, outgoing volunteers to entertain the crowd as the celebrity fake of their choice. Past fakes have includ  more
2008 SALEM STATE COLLEGE ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES HONORED
SALEM, Mass., Oct. 3 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: Salem State College President Dr. Patricia Maguire Meservey is pleased to introduce the six individuals who were inducted into the Salem State College Athletic Hall of Fame October 3, 2008. For Service to the Athletic Program: Bette Bailey - Bette holds the unique distinction of serving as a head coach at the college longer than anyone else. Bette was the head of the women's volleyball program for 39 seasons  more
2009 SUMMERALL GUARDS MAKE CORPS DAY DEBUT
CHARLESTON, S.C., March 15 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Sixty-one juniors have been selected to become members of the 2009 Summerall Guards at The Citadel. The Summerall Guards is a silent precision drill platoon made up of first-class (seniors) cadets who go through a rigorous physical training and initiation process and are chosen for their physical stamina and drill proficiency. Membership is considered a high honor by cadets at the military college. The platoon  more
26TH MEU TRAINS VEHICLE CONVOY COMMANDERS AT SEA
ABOARD USS SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following news release: The engines are silent, the wheels are not turning. The trucks are, in fact, chained to the deck in the bowels of a warship. But that hasn't stopped Marines and sailors from Combat Logistics Battalion 26, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, from training for convoy operations. During the 26th MEU's trans-Atlantic crossing aboard the ships of the USS Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group, roughly 30 Marin  more
33 NEW MEMBERS JOIN THE CITADEL FACULTY
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 26 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Thirty-three new members have joined the ranks of The Citadel's faculty. The group includes adjuncts and ROTC instructors. The Citadel is a teaching college with a student-faculty ratio of 15 to 1 with highly qualified faculty teaching all classes. Around 90 percent of faculty members hold doctorates or the highest degree in their specialty. "We are really excited to be adding an exceptionally strong group of   more
347TH PERSONNEL SERVICES DETACHMENT TO BE HONORED IN FREEDOM SALUTE
ST. PAUL, Minn., Oct. 17 -- The Minnesota Department of Military Affairs issued the following news release: The Minnesota Army National Guard is scheduled to hold a Freedom Salute ceremony and homecoming tribute for the 347th Personnel Services Detachment on Sunday, Oct. 19. The ceremony will take place at the Rosetown American Legion Club at 700 County Road C West, Roseville, Minn. The Freedom Salute Campaign is one of the largest Army National Guard recognition endeavors in history, des  more
383 JOINS THE RANKS OF THOSE WHO 'WEAR THE RING'
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 1 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Today, 383 Citadel cadets received their class rings, marking another milestone in each cadet's journey toward graduation. The Class of 2009 rings are unique because they include the gold from two 1949 rings donated to The Citadel through the Band of Gold program. James DeVane of Fayetteville, N.C., and Melvyn Sandler of Princeton, N.J., returned their Class of 1949 rings to The Citadel Alumni Association for p  more
A CIRCLE OF HISTORY - RINGS LINKS TWO CLASSES 60 YEARS APART
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 9 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Sixty years ago, cadet Melvyn Sandler picked up his 1949 Citadel Class ring while the Korean War loomed on the horizon. Classmate James DeVane got his ring at the same time, but as a much older veteran student. He'd already seen fighting in World War II and served 105 days as a German prisoner of war. This week, members of The Citadel Class of 2009 will get their rings - complete with melted bits of the covete  more
A LIVING TRUST IS NOT FOR EVERYONE
WOODBURY, N.J., May 7 -- Gloucester County issued the following news release: As a result of a meeting hosted by the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey (COANJ), Gloucester County Surrogate Helene M. Reed and Freeholders Frank J. DiMarco and Jean DuBois caution residents to be aware of recent solicitation for Living Trusts. Because senior citizens are often the victims of misleading estate plans that can be very costly and unnecessary, Surrogate Reed and the Freeholder Board urg  more
ABDULLAHU SENTENCED TO 20 MONTHS IN PRISON FOR SUPPLYING GUNS, AMMUNITION TO ILLEGAL ALIENS
CAMDEN, N.J., March 31 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation Philadelphia Field Office issued the following press release: Agron Abdullahu was sentenced to 20 months in federal prison today for conspiring to provide firearms and ammunition to illegal aliens who allegedly plotted to kill U.S. soldiers at various installations, including the Fort Dix Army base in New Jersey, U.S. Attorney Christopher J. Christie announced. U.S. District Judge Robert B. Kugler a  more
ACADEMIC OPEN HOUSES DURING PARENTS' WEEKEND 2008
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 27 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: All cadets, parents and guests are invited to the academic open house at each school or department from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 10 part of Parents' Weekend festivities at The Citadel. The purpose of the open house is to give parents and guests the opportunity to meet our faculty and learn more about our academic programs. At 1 p.m. a representative from each school or department will give a brief welcome   more
ACAP - STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS CLASS
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., Jan. 28 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Fort Leonard Wood ACAP Center will sponsor an class on Starting a Small Business on February 29, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in building 470, room 2221. Small Business classes are open to the public. Cost: Free to military and dependents. All others $30. Call the ACAP Center to reserve a seat at (573) 596-0175, or e-mail ACAP.Leonardwood@Serco-na.com.  more
Addressing integration
Kathmandu, Oct. 25 -- It is indeed a very welcome step that the government has taken by forming a commission of a professional group of people to suggest recommendations for reforming both the police forces (Civil police & the Armed Police Force (APF)) and the National Investigation Department (NID). This exercise of Security Sector Reform (SSR) was a much needed initiative. Now SSR in the judicial sector and prison administration should follow suit, since the main philosophy and ultimate aim of  more
AEROSPACE IMPORTANT FOR NATION AND LOCAL ECONOMY
WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: The state of Ohio has a proud legacy of innovation and ingenuity and is presently the home of incredible scientific research and cutting edge technology. Perhaps nowhere has this been more apparent than in aerospace and aeronautics, a field where the two greatest pioneers, Orville and Wilbur Wright, hail from Southwest Ohio. The National Air and Space Association (NASA) celebrates their 50th anni  more
AIRMAN MISSING IN ACTION FROM WWII IS IDENTIFIED
WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Persons agency issued the following press release: The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from World War II, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. He is 2nd Lt. Ray D. Packard, U.S. Army Air Forces, of Atwood, Calif. He will be buried on Oct. 22 in Presc  more
ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY GAINS NEW ROTC COMMANDER
MONTGOMERY, Ala., July 23 -- Alabama State University issued the following news release: Alabama State University alumnus Lieutenant Colonel Darold S. Boswell is returning to his alma mater as Commander of Air Force Officer Training Corps (ROTC), the latest assignment in a lengthy United States Air Force career. As an ASU student, Boswell participated in many activities, including playing the bass horn in the Mighty Marching Hornets Band, becoming a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, In  more
ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY SPOTLIGHT: MAJOR LEERNEST M.B. RUFFIN
MONTGOMERY, Ala., March 7 -- Alabama State University issued the following news release: Alabama State University has long been recognized as a leading producer of educators. Today, however, ASU graduates are claiming their places in a multitude of professions all over the world. Major Leernest M. B. Ruffin, a 1992 ASU graduate and Commander of the 78th Communications Squadron at Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Ga., will be promoted to Lt. Col. in the United States Air Force during  more
ALABAMA STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN BE READY CAMP AND BE READY DAY
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Sept. 3 -- The Alabama Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: With September designated as National Preparedness Month, the State of Alabama is holding several events to promote citizen disaster preparedness. The statewide disaster preparedness campaign is "Be Ready Alabama," and these events will teach Alabamians how to be properly prepared for any type of disaster. Be Ready Camp kicks off this week in Huntsville at the U.S. Space and Rocket C  more
ALASKAN MARINE DIES IN AFGHANISTAN
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Oct. 18 -- Lt. Gov. Sean Parnell of Alaska issued the following news release: Corporal Jason A. Karella, 20, a graduate from Alaska Military Youth Academy, was killed last week while supporting marine combat operations in western Afghanistan. Karella, a member of the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, died in a vehicle accident in the Farah province. Jason comes from a military family - his father, brother, and six cousins have served in the armed forc  more
ALENIA NORTH AMERICA SIGNS COMMITMENT TO BUILD ASSEMBLY HUB AT JACKSONVILLE'S CECIL COMMERCE CENTER
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 16 -- The city of Jacksonville issued the following news release: Governor Charlie Crist today witnessed the official signing of an agreement between Jacksonville Mayor John Peyton and executives from Alenia North America. In the agreement, Alenia North America committed to build a final assembly and delivery center for the C-27J Spartan cargo plane at Cecil Commerce Center. The project received economic incentives from the state, city and the Jacksonville Airport  more
ALUM HAS THE CURE FOR MATH PHOBIA
ARCATA, Calif., Oct. 17 -- Humboldt State University issued the following press release: For some high school students, nothing is quite as terrifying as cracking open an algebra book to find a dizzying array of numbers, letters and peculiar Greek symbols peering back at them. Susan Lovato, a math teacher at Arcata High School and a Humboldt State alum, works tirelessly to ease the fears of math phobic students and her efforts have not gone unnoticed. Lovato, who has taught at AHS for 1  more
AMENDMENT PROTECTS CUSTODY RIGHTS OF DEPLOYED TROOPS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: In January, a provision I sponsored was signed into law to protect the custody rights of our soldiers. In family court proceedings, judges had been using the military service and deployment of parents as grounds to change their custody arrangements. It is inconceivable to me that a parent's service to their country would ever be held against them for any reason. Last month, my provision became l  more
AMSAA ENGINEER HONORED AT NATIONAL LEVEL
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Dr. Paul Ellner has been selected to receive the Distinguished Achievement Award from the American Statistical Association's Section on Defense and National Security. Ellner is an operations research analyst with the Army Materiel Systems Analysis Activity, a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command headquartered  more
APPLY FOR AN ABSENTEE BALLOT NOW, SECRETARY CORTES REMINDS PENNSYLVANIANS
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 17 -- The Pennsylvania Department of State issued the following news release: Secretary of the Commonwealth Pedro A. Cortes today reminded Pennsylvania voters that the deadline to submit an absentee ballot application for this November's election is Oct. 28. "We are reaching out to make sure that everyone who is eligible to vote absentee has the opportunity to participate in this historic election," Cortes said. "In order to send an absentee ballot, a county board of   more
ARCTIC JOURNAL BY REAR ADMIRAL GENE BROOKS
JUNEAU, Alaska, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, 17th District, issued the following press release: The Arctic climate is changing, faster than anyone expected. The sea ice retreats earlier each year and it comes back later each year. The multi-year polar ice was smaller in September 2007 than we've ever recorded. From 2006 to 2007 the polar ice pack lost an area almost twice the size of California. In the village of Teller, Alaska, on the south side of   more
Area Companies Get Access to Boeing Contracts through Congressman Sestak's Initiative
RIDLEY PARK, Pa., Oct. 20 -- Rep. Joe Sestak, a Democratic Party candidate for Pennsylvania's 7th Congressional District, issued the following news release: Representatives from more than 50 area businesses gathered at Boeing's Supplier Outreach Forum to gain access to contracts from the world's leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft combined. For the last decade, projects unable to be completed by the union workers were often outs  more
ARL AND UMBC GHOST-IMAGING THROWS LIGHT ON NEW QUANTUM TECHNOLOGY
ADELPHI, Md., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Researchers at the Army Research Laboratory have made a significant breakthrough in the physics of imaging that may lead to improved imaging capabilities for military and domestic uses. ARL is a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, headquartered at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland. The researchers, Ron Meyers and Kei  more
ARL ENGINEER IS FINALIST FOR SERVICE TO AMERICA MEDAL
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: An Army Research Laboratory engineer is one of 29 federal government employees selected as a finalist for a Service to America Medal by the Partnership for Public Service. ARL is a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command. Patricia Frounfelker, of the Survivability/Lethality Analysis Directorate at Aberdeen Prov  more
ARMY R&D ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENTS NAMED
VICKSBURG, Miss., Oct. 10 -- The Army Engineer Research and Development Center issued the following news release: ERDC members at the CRREL, TEC and the Vicksburg sites were recently named recipients of the 2008 Army Research and Development Achievement Award. CRREL Two CRREL research teams will receive awards. Research geophysicists Dr. Steve Arcone and Dr. Lanbo Liu, and physicist Gary Koh will receive a team award in recognition of their efforts in radiowave propagation in complex te  more
ARMY UNIT GROWING TO COMBAT WMD
WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: An Army unit originally formed to counter weapons of mass destruction in the United States now has more than 6,000 members and will continue to grow, said Brig. Gen. Jeffrey J. Snow. Snow's 20th Support Command responds to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosive threats both in the homeland and overseas. He assumed command of the unique organization about three months ago. "We sta  more
ARMY'S 183RD RECONNAISSANCE AVIATION COMPANY TO HOLD CAMPUS REUNION
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 2 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The U.S. Army's 183rd Reconnaissance Aviation Company will hold its annual reunion and memorial service at The Citadel on Friday, Oct. 3. Also known at the Seahorse Company, the 183rd was formed at Fort Hood, Texas, in 1966 and immediately deployed to Vietnam where the aviation unit flew various missions, from medivac trips to enemy reconnaissance. Two Citadel graduates were among those soldiers in the original un  more
ASMC AND SAME HOST FEBRUARY LUNCHEON
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., Feb. 1 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Ozark Chapter of American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) and the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) will host a joint meeting on February 11, 2008 at the Audie Murphy Community Center at 11:30 a.m. Our guest speaker will be MG Bill McCoy. The $10.00 buffet will include herb baked chicken, pepper steak, baby new potatoes, rice pilaf, Normandy, salad, rolls, dessert, tea, and water.  more
ASMC AND SAME HOST MARCH LUNCHEON
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., Feb. 25 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Ozark Chapter of American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) will host a joint meeting with the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) on March 3, 2008 at the Pershing Community Center at 11:30 a.m. Our guest speaker will be MG Bill McCoy. The $10.00 buffet will include herb baked chicken, pepper steak, baby new potatoes, rice pilaf, Normandy, salad, rolls, dessert, tea, and water. Fo  more
ASMC FEBRUARY LUNCHEON
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., Jan. 25 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Ozark Chapter of the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) will host their monthly luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on February 11, 2008 at the Audie Murphy Community Center. Our guest speaker will be MG William H. McCoy. The $10.00 buffet will include herb-baked chicken, pepper steak, baby new potatoes, rice pilaf, Normandy, salad, rolls, dessert, tea, and water. For reservations, please cont  more
ASMC HOSTS MARCH WORKSHOPS, LUNCHEON
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., March 6 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Ozark Chapter of the American Society of Military Comptrollers will present several professional development workshops in conjunction with its monthly luncheon meeting at the Pershing Community Center March 18 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Times and subjects of the workshops are as follows: 8 - 9:45 - GFEBS Roadshow "Changing the Way the Army Does Business" 10 - 11:15 - Health and fitness with Lt.   more
ASMC JANUARY LUNCHEON
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., Jan. 11 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Ozark Chapter of the American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) will host their monthly luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. on January 23, 2008 at Adonia's Steak and Seafood Restaurant in St. Robert. Dr. Rebecca Johnson, Fort Leonard Wood's Director of Program Management and Integration, will be speaking about professional development: her experiences at the War College. To make reservations for the $  more
ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER LANGAN ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LIMBRICK TESTIFIES ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the testimony from a committee hearing: Good Morning Chairman Boxer, Ranking Member Inhofe, and distinguished members of the Committee. My name is Elizabeth Limbrick, and I am member of the Interstate Technology Regulatory Council. I have been employed in the environmental field since 1995 in various capacities as a consultant, a regulator at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, and as Responsible  more
AUTHORS OF 'MASSACRE AT MOUNTAIN MEADOWS' FEATURED AT UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY DISCUSSION
LOGAN, Utah, Oct. 17 -- Utah State University issued the following news release: The authors of a recently released book detailing the events from one of the darkest events in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be on the Utah State University campus for an open discussion about the book and that chapter in history. Ronald Walker, Richard Turley and Glen Leonard, authors of "Massacre at Mountain Meadows" (Oxford University Press), will be guests at USU in a   more
AWARDS CONVOCATION HONORS CADETS, ACTIVE DUTY STUDENTS FOR ACADEMIC, MILITARY AND LEADERSHIP ACHEIVEMENTS
CHARLESTON, S.C., May 1 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Cadets and active duty military students who have excelled during the school year were honored Thursday, May 1 at an awards convocation that will become an annual event each year at commencement time. Thirty-five awards were presented during the awards convocation. In addition the 2007-2008 group of Who's Who Among American Universities and Colleges were recognized. Click here to view the Who's Who list. Air Force A  more
BAYOU SOUL TROUBADOUR BROUSSARD DEBUTS NEW ALBUM AT ROCKWELL HALL SHOW
BUFFALO, N.Y., Oct. 17 -- Buffalo State College issued the following news release: Marc Broussard is a self-proclaimed "white boy singing soul music," but that playfully dismissive tag doesn't do him justice. His music radiates soulful Louisiana blues, but his songs blend those influences with raucous rock 'n' roll to create unique and infectious music. Marc Broussard celebrates the release of his latest recording with a concert at Rockwell Hall on Saturday, November 15 at 8:00 p.m. Josh Hoge  more
BIO Announces Call for Paper and Panel Submissions for 2008 Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioenergy
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- The Biotechnology Industries Association issued the following news release: The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) invites leaders from biotechnology, chemical and agricultural industries to submit proposals for panels and individual papers for the third annual Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioenergy. The conference will be held Sept. 10 - 12, 2008, at the Westin Bayshore Resort & Marina in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. Leaders from the biotec  more
BLACK HISTORY MONTH AT THE CITADEL GOES 'BEYOND THE PLAYING FIELD'
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 9 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Athletic standouts on the hard court, diamond and football field will return to The Citadel in February as part of Black History Month. "Beyond the Playing Field" is the theme for this year's Black History Month events. Cadets, faculty, staff and guests of The Military College of South Carolina will explore the achievements of accomplished athletes away from their field of play. "Many of today's athletes have no  more
BLOOD DRIVE IN HONOR OF '06, '07 GRADUATES INJURED IN WAR
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 8 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel will host the American Red Cross and the Armed Services Blood Program blood drives on Tuesday, April 15 in Mark Clark Hall. This month's blood drive is in honor of Russ Kaufmann, Class of 2006, and Sam Given, Class of 2007. Both were injured while serving in the military. Kaufmann was deployed to Iraq while Given was deployed to Afghanistan. During their recovery their received blood given through dona  more
Bon Voyage! Blunt: Congress Leaves Town Without Doing a Thing To Bring Down Price of Gasoline
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Roy Blunt, a Republican Party candidate running for re-election in Missouri's 7th Congressional District, issued the following news release: House Republican Whip Roy Blunt (Mo.) issued the following statement today as Democrats embarked on their five-week August recess without even considering legislation to unlock America's abundant homegrown energy resources, and thus bring down the price of gas: "For the last two months, Republicans have used every single too  more
BOXERS SIGN AUTOGRAPHS, TAKE PICTURES WITH EGLIN AIRMEN
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla., Dec. 6 -- The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate issued the following press release: By Staff Sgt. Mike Meares 96th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Amid cheers from waiting Airmen, Roy Jones Jr. stepped off the bus at a 33rd Fighter Wing hangar with his hands hoisted in the air as if proclaiming victory. Following closely behind him were Don King and fellow champion boxer Felix Trinidad, here to visit and sign autographs for Eglin Airmen D  more
BROWARD COUNTY RECEIVES NEARLY $9 MILLION IN 2008 OMNIBUS APPROPRIATIONS BILL
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 20 -- Broward County has issued the following news release: Broward County will receive $8.9 million from the 2008 Omnibus Appropriations Bill recently passed by Congress. Members of Broward County's Congressional Delegation were successful in getting funding for 9 of 12 projects - and additional money for projects that were not part of the original funding requests. "Considering the overall fiscal climate in the country, our Washington Congressional Delegation  more
BROWARD COUNTY RECORDS DIVISION OFFICE CLOSED ON NOV. 13
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 1 -- Broward County has issued the following news release: The Recording Section and Public Search and Copy Section of the Broward County Records Division, located in the Broward County Governmental Center at 115 S. Andrews Ave., Room 114, will be closed all day on Tuesday, November 13. All other sections of the Broward County Records Division will be closed from 2 to 5 p.m. The entire office will resume normal business hours, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Wednesday, Nov  more
BROWARD COUNTY TRANSIT TO PROVIDE FREE BUS SERVICE TO MILITARY DURING FLEET WEEK 2008 - PORT EVERGLADES
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 23 -- Broward County has issued the following news release: Broward County Transit (BCT) is providing free bus service to all active military personnel who will be visiting Broward County during Fleet Week 2008 - Port Everglades, April 28 through May 3, 2008. Military personnel in uniform or with their military identification will be able to ride the fixed-route BCT service for free. Fleet Week 2008, presented by Humana Healthcare Military Services in partners  more
BULLDOG CHALLENGE, APRIL 12
CHARLESTON, S.C., March 21 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The 12th annual Bulldog Challenge is set for Saturday, April 12, 2008, at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. Sponsored by The Citadel's Semper Fidelis Society, the Bulldog Challenge attracts teams from colleges, universities, law enforcement and the military each year. The event consists of a six-mile endurance course designed to test the physical and mental toughness of the competing teams. Amo  more
C'WEALTH SG TO DISCUSS DEMOCRACY RESTORATION IN B'DESH
Dhaka, Oct 25 (UNI) Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma will arrive here tomorrow on a three-day visit to discuss with the military-backed caretaker government leaders and the Election Commissioner the progress towards restoration of democracy in Bangladesh. He would meet with caretaker government Chief Adviser Dr Fakhruddin Ahmed, Foreign Adviser Dr Iftekhar Ahmed Chowdhury and Chief Election Commissioner Dr Shamsul Huda on October 27. A release from the Commonwealth Secretaria  more
CADET LEADERSHIP, ACADEMIC, MILITARY PERFORMANCE RECOGNIZED
CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 12 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Three cadet companies have been recognized for outstanding leadership, academic and military performance and community responsibility during the 2007-2008 academic year. The awards were presented during the Sept. 12, 2008 military dress parade at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. The President's Cup was established by Gen. Hugh P. Harris, president of The Citadel from 1967 to 1970. The cup is   more
CALIFORNIA MARITIME ACADEMY SECURITY COURSES WIN STATE AND FEDERAL APPROVALS
VALLEJO, Calif., June 26 -- The California Maritime Academy issued the following press release: The California Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime), a campus of The California State University, has received U.S. Department of Homeland Security approval for three Maritime Security training courses offered through Cal Maritime's Sponsored Projects and Extended Learning Department. Cal Maritime is the only training organization in the country delivering Maritime Security Courses certified by the Coas  more
CAMPUS CO-HOST TO DOMESTIC SECURITY CONFERNECE
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 19 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel Department of Political Science and Criminal Justice will serve as a co-host of the Bureau of Justice Assistance's Domestic Security Conference Feb. 28-29. This is one in a series of conferences that explore the convergence of crime and terrorism. The conference is open to Citadel students, faculty and staff. Please RSVP to Michael Wagers at 953-2425 or mike.wagers@citadel.edu by Feb. 22. Highlights  more
Carnegie-Knight Funds Medill Initiative For New Classes
EVANSTON, Ill., July 9 -- Northwestern University issued the following news release: The Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University is among several journalism schools to receive funding for new classes in an $11-million initiative announced by the Carnegie Corporation of New York and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The three-year funding at Medill will support new classes in networked journalism and reporting on immigration, and a News21 competitive fellows program  more
CATHOLIC PRIEST TAKES ON CAMPUS MINISTRY
CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 22 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel and the seminary are a lot alike. It was the regimented lifestyle at The Citadel that prepared The Rev. Dennis Willey, Citadel Class of 1984, for the equally regimented lifestyle of Saint Mary's Seminary in Baltimore. "I had already established excellent study habits and was used to having structured days," he said. "My schedule at seminary was structured too and included morning prayers, morning m  more
CENTER FOR MILITARY VETERANS OPENS AT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 7 -- The University of California at Los Angeles issued the following press release: Today nearly 200 veterans attend UCLA, but that number is expected to grow quickly next year when the new GI Bill, the largest expansion of educational services for military personnel since 1944, goes into effect in August. That's why an on-campus resource center for veterans, which recently opened on campus, became a top priority. "We listened to student veterans who called out for a wel  more
CERDEC INTERNS SPEND A DAY IN THE WARFIGHTER'S SHOES
FORT MONMOUTH, N.J., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: The paint-splattered camouflage jumpsuits of more than 30 Communications- Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center employees signified it wasn't a typical workday. The CERDEC employees were dressed for a day of leadership training at a local paintball facility in Jackson, N.J. The annual event, Battlefield Strategies and Combat Tactics, is hos  more
CEREMONY BRINGS TOGETHER BOMBING VICTIM FAMILIES, SURVIVORS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Twenty-five years ago, Marine Lance Cpl. Jeffrey Nashton lay broken, burned and blind in a military hospital bed in Germany, the victim of a brutal terrorist attack that nearly killed him. A nurse told Nashton that a Marine Corps general was stopping by to pin on his Purple Heart. As the general stood by his bed, Nashton reached up to feel the four stars on t  more
CEREMONY MARKS HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF STEVEDORE TRAINING AREA AT FORT INDIANTOWN GAP BACK TO 2008
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs issued the following news release: The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission today commemorated the rich history of a site where Army soldiers were trained more than 60 years ago to load and unload ships and cargo vessels to aid the Allied effort in World War II. The two agencies dedicated a historical marker at the former "stevedore" training  more
CFC: THERE WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST - EVERY TIME
SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE, Colo., Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Space Command issued the following press release: By Tech. Sgt. Martie Moore 50th Space Wing Public Affairs It didn't come in the form of a hand-out; it was a hand there when you needed it most... That is the sentiment of one Schriever sergeant who has faced several family hardships during his military career. One night in September 1995, Master Sgt. Troy Robey, 50th Civil Engineer Squadron here, was having trouble sleep  more
CHANCELLOR OF LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY O'KEEFE TO SPEAK ON ALASKA'S MILITARY ECONOMIC ISSUES
FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Oct. 17 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: Former U.S Secretary of the Navy, NASA administrator and chancellor of Louisiana State University Sean O'Keefe will deliver a public lecture on Alaska's military economic issues Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m. in the Wood Center Ballroom. The event is hosted by Students Who Enjoy Economic Thinking at UAF and is free and open to the public. CONTACT: Sherri Wall, UAF School of Management, at 907-474-6526 or   more
CHEMICAL ROBOT READY FOR ITS THEATER DEBUT
ORLANDO, Fla., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: A robot which can enter potentially contaminated areas so Soldiers don't have to risk their lives may sound like the basis for a new animated movie or a sci-fi thriller, but the 95th Chemical Company has been testing and training such a system since the fall of 2006. The robot is the Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Unmanned Ground Vehicle, or CUGV for s  more
CITADEL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION HONORS OUTSTANDING GRADUATES
CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 2 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel Alumni Association today honored six outstanding graduates of the Military College of South Carolina and a member of the college faculty for their contributions to the college. The awards were presented during the association's annual meeting, which is held each Homecoming. Lt. Gen. John W. Rosa, president of The Citadel, and CAA President Gil Pohl presented the awards. Young Alumnus of the Year Mari  more
CITADEL CHEERLEADING READY FOR 2008 YOUTH CLINIC
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 4 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel Cheerleading Squad annual cheer clinic will be from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008 at The Military College of South Carolina. This year's cheerleading clinic for children ages 5 through 10 (up to 5th grade) will be held at the Altman Athletic Center near Johnson Hagood Stadium. After a morning of cheer and dance instruction led by The Citadel's cheerleading squad, the youngsters will perform dur  more
CITADEL LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM SPEAKERS LIST
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Major speakers scheduled for The Citadel Leaderhship Symposium. Greater Issues Address Lt. Gen. Robert L. Van Antwerp 11 a.m. Thursday, March 13 McAlister Field House OPEN TO THE PUBLIC On May 18, 2007, Lt. Gen. Robert L. "Van" Van Antwerp became the U.S. Army Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S Army Corps Engineers (USACE). LTG Van serves as the senior military officer overseeing most of t  more
CLASS OF 2008 GRADUATES; CLASS OF 1944 RECEIVES SPECIAL TRIBUTE
CHARLESTON, S.C., May 3 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Diplomas were presented today to members of the Class of 2008 - a class that is nearly 500 students strong. The class includes cadets, active duty military students, and two veterans who returned after military service to complete their education and leadership development training. Class of 2008 profile During commencement exercises Saturday, May 3, in McAlister Field House, The Citadel Class of 1944 received sp  more
CLASS OF 2008 PROFILE
CHARLESTON, S.C., May 3 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Class of 2008 profile Total members: 470 Includes: * December 2007 graduates, May 2008 candidates for graduation and estimated August 2008 candidates for graduation * 20 active duty military personnel (17 men and three women) * 2 veteran students South Carolina Corps of Cadets data Men: 417 Women: 31 Total: 448 African American: 40 Asian/Pacific Islander: 6 His  more
CLIMBER RESCUED FROM HOGS BACK ON MT. HOOD BY OREGON ARMY NATIONAL GUARD BLACKHAWK HELICOPTER.
SALEM, Ore., Oct. 19 -- The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: The UH60 Blackhawk helicopter from the Oregon Army National Guard Army Aviation Flight Facility based in Salem, Ore. is currently en route to Legacy Emanuel Hospital with the injured climber from Hogs Back on Mt. Hood. The flight crew has reported that the injured climber is in good condition and will be arriving at Legacy Emanuel within the hour.  more
COALITION FORCES CAPTURE 16 SUSPECTED TERRORISTS
BAGHDAD, Iraq, Oct. 7 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Coalition forces struck al-Qaeda in Iraq leadership elements and foreign terrorist facilitators cells Monday and Tuesday, capturing two wanted men and detaining 14 additional suspects. Coalition forces captured one wanted man and detained two suspects Monday during an operation near Qayyarah, about 60 km south of Mosul. Intelligence reports suggest the wanted man has connections to regional AQI l  more
COALITION FORCES CONDUCT RAIDS AGAINST AQI THROUGHOUT IRAQ, NAB 18 SUSPECTS
BAGHDAD, Iraq, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Coalition forces captured one wanted man and detained 17 additional suspects during operations to degrade the al-Qaeda in Iraq terrorist network throughout the country Thursday and Friday. Operations in Kirkuk Thursday netted four suspects believed to be associated with a regional AQI "emir." An operation in the vicinity of Bayji, about 160 km south of Mosul, resulted in the capture of one wan  more
COALITION, IRAQIS DETAIN 11 SUSPECTS, SEIZE WEAPONS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Coalition forces apprehended 11 suspected terrorists in and around Baghdad today and yesterday, military officials reported. Coalition forces captured a wanted man and six others in Baghdad today. The man is believed to be a courier and of having ties with foreign terrorists as well as regional al-Qaida in Iraq leaders, officials said. A separate operation in  more
COAST GUARD HOSTS WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP NIGHT
YORKTOWN, Va., Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, 5th District, issued the following press release: Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown is hosting a Women's Leadership Night for high school girls and their parents Oct. 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. Participants will learn about education and leadership opportunities in the Coast Guard and learn about the Virginia Women's Institute for Leadership (VWIL) program. VWIL is the only all-women Corps of Cadets in th  more
COASTAL CLEANUP NETS 2,625 BAGS OF TRASH
JACKSON, Miss., Oct. 18 -- The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources issued the following news release: Boaters and land-based volunteers scoured Mississippi's beaches, islands and waterways picking up marine debris at more than 50 designated cleanup sites during the 20th annual Mississippi Coastal Cleanup, part of the International Coastal Cleanup-the world's largest single-day volunteer effort to clean up the marine environment. In just three hours, more than 2,224 volunteers picked up  more
Colombia Rescues Ingrid Betancourt And Three Americans Held By The FARC
NEW YORK, July 2 -- The Council of the Americas issued the following news release: The Americas Society and Council of the Americas hail Colombia's rescue of 15 captives, including Ingrid Betancourt and three Americans, held by the FARC guerilla group. The rescue is a victory not only for all the captives and their families, but also for the institutional strength of a government besieged by the FARC for over 40 years. The rescue of Betancourt, a former Colombian presidential candidate cap  more
COMMAND TO HONOR VETERANS WITH ANNUAL CONCERT
NORFOLK, Va., Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Army Spc. Andrew Orillion USJFCOM Public Affairs The U.S. Joint Forces Command will host the 13th annual Salute to Veterans concert at 7 p.m. Nov. 8 at Norfolk's Chrysler Hall. The concert will feature patriotic music performed by military bands and musicians from across the services. The theme for this year's concert is "Surrounded by Heroes." The concert is fre  more
COMMENCEMENT TAKES PLACE MAY 3-4
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 29 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel will hold commencement exercises this weekend in McAlister Field House. Commencement Week activities get under way on campus on Thursday, May 1 and continue through Sunday. Among the events planned are the Star of the West drill competition, awards convocation, baccalaureate service, military commissioning ceremonies and the Long Gray Line graduation parade in honor of the Class of 2008. The South   more
COMMISSARY AGENCY MARKS 17 YEARS OF SERVICE, 141 YEARS OF COMMISSARY HISTORY
ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 16 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Seventeen years ago, to improve efficiency and increase taxpayer savings, Congress and the Department of Defense created the Defense Commissary Agency by consolidating the military services' retail grocery operations into one organization. DeCA's director and chief executive officer Philip E. Sakowitz Jr., said that within the DoD, the term "DeCA" has become synonymous with leading change and achiev  more
COMPUTER/SCIENCE STUDENTS GET A GLIMPSE OF ARMY TECHNOLOGIES
FORT MONMOUTH, N.J., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Computer science students from Toms River High School South learned how the Army utilizes this cutting-edge discipline as they toured the Communications- Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center's Product Manager Command, Control, Communications and Computers Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance On-the-Move (PM C4ISR OTM) facilities at Fort Dix,  more
CONGRESS BEGINS PROCESS OF REVIEWING BUDGET
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Recently, President Bush submitted the Fiscal Year 2009 Budget to Congress for consideration. This budget, the final one President Bush will deliver, provides direction for over three trillion dollars in federal spending. It covers virtually every aspect of the federal government. The Third District of Ohio has a very diverse and varied constituency with concerns ranging from agriculture to Veter  more
CONNECTICUT GETS A FITTING MEMORIAL
VICKSBURG, Miss., Oct. 16 -- The National Park Service's Vicksburg National Military Park issued the following press release: Connecticut gets a 'fitting memorial' - Vicksburg Post News Article by Pamela Hitchins. With songs from a troubadour, flags fluttering in the breeze and smiles for "a fine day," officials, guests and Vicksburg National Military Park staffers celebrated the official dedication of the Connecticut state monument Tuesday -- newest in the inventory of the 109-year-old pa  more
CONNECTICUT MONUMENT DEDICATION
VICKSBURG, Miss., Oct. 10 -- The National Park Service's Vicksburg National Military Park issued the following press release: The Connecticut Monument at Vicksburg National Military Park will be formally dedicated on Tuesday, October 14, at 10:30 a.m. The event will be held at the park's Grant's Canal Unit off old U.S. Highway 80 near the Village of Delta in Madison Parish, Louisiana. Those attending the event from Vicksburg should take the Delta Exit (Exit 186) off Interstate 20 West, turn r  more
CORPS DAY WEEKEND TO TAKE ON LEADERSHIP FOCUS
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Corps Day has a new attraction - the first Principled Leadership Symposium. Corps Day Weekend, scheduled for March 14-16, is the anniversary of the college's opening. This year The Citadel celebrates 165 years. "As world affairs become more complex, the demand for strong leaders is more important now than ever before. The symposium will expose cadets and delegates from other colleges and universities to a variety   more
COUNTY TO CELEBRATE SENIOR CITIZENS DURING MAY
WOODBURY, N.J., May 5 -- Gloucester County issued the following news release: Freeholder Director Stephen M. Sweeney and Freeholder Jean DuBois, Liaison to Health and Senior Services announced today that the month of May 2008 is Older Americans' Month in Gloucester County. This year's national theme is "Working Together for Strong, Healthy and Supportive Communities." Many special events are scheduled in honor of the county's senior citizens including Senior Health and Fitness Day, the Golden  more
CRANE SYMPHONY TOUR TO PERFORM PATRIOTIC/POPS TO BENEFIT VETERANS' ORGANIZATIONS ON NOV. 13
POTSDAM, N.Y., Oct. 9 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: SUNY Potsdam's Crane Symphony Orchestra will present three concerts of patriotic/pops music at various venues in New York to raise funds for three organizations that support veterans. The orchestra will perform Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Dulles State Office Building in Watertown to support The Ft. DrumSoldier and Family Assistance Center; Friday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. at the Syracu  more
CUSTODY RIGHTS OF DEPLOYED MILITARY PARENTS PROTECTED WITH PRESIDENT'S SIGNATURE
WASHINGTON, Jan. 31 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Since first learning that some judges used deployed military service as grounds to reverse the custody arrangements of service member parents, Congressman Michael Turner (R-OH) has fought to end what he calls "undue judicial intervention." Monday, Turner's nearly year-long fight to protect the custody rights of deployed service members ended favorably with the President's signature of the Defens  more
DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL INCLUDES AREA SUPPORT
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: The House recently passed legislation that will impact the nation as a whole and benefit our community in Southwest Ohio. In May, the House overwhelmingly passed the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act, which was named in honor of my friend and colleague, former Armed Services Committee Chairman and retiring Congressman Duncan Hunter (R-CA). In addition to funding projects across the  more
DENTAL HYGIENE PROFESSOR CORTELL NAMED AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DENTAL HYGIENE FELLOW
NEW YORK, Oct. 6 -- The City University of New York's New York City College of Technology issued the following news release: The American Academy of Dental Hygiene (AADH) announced on September 1, 2008, that City Tech Professor Marilyn Cortell, RDH, MS, FAADH, had been inducted as an AADH Fellow. The AADH is an organization that fosters the continuing pursuit of education and research in the field and provides formal recognition for those who have achieved excellence in the teaching and pract  more
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PROGRAM MANAGER FOR OHIO EPA BUTHKER TESTIFIES ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following testimony from a committee hearing: Good afternoon. My name is Bonnie Buthker and I am the Department of Defense Program Manager for the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA). I would like to thank Chairwoman Boxer, Ranking Member Inhofe, and all the members of the Committee for the opportunity to discuss Ohio's concerns regarding state involvement in the investigation and cleanup of federal  more
DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES ANNOUNCES OPENING OF 2008-09 GAME BIRD HUNTING SEASON
HONOLULU, Oct. 17 -- The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) announces the opening of the 2008-2009 game bird hunting season on Saturday, November 1, 2008. Department biologists are predicting an average to below average season of bird hunting with ongoing dry conditions in many parts of the state. The fall game bird hunting season will run through Monday, January 19, 2009, with legal hunt  more
DEPLOYMENT CEREMONY FOR WYOMING ARMY NATIONAL GUARD SOLDIERS
CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 14 -- The Wyoming Military Department issued the following news release: The Wyoming Army National Guard will deploy 21 Soldiers and three UH-60 helicopters to Afghanistan, Oct. 17, at the Army Aviation Support Facility, located at 4600 Powderhouse Road, at 3:30 p.m. The mobilization order for C Company, 5th Battalion, 159th General Support Aviation Brigade, is for a 12-month deployment, including two months of predeployment training at Fort Sill, Okla., and 10 months   more
DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR REGULATORY COMPLIANCE MARCINOWSKI TESTIFIES ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following testimony from a committee hearing: Good morning, Madame Chairman and Members ofthe Committee. I am pleased to be here today to discuss how the Department ofEnergy's (DOE's) Office ofEnvironmental Management (EM) conducts environmental cleanup at federal facilities. I appreciate the opportunity to share our experiences with you. The year 2009 will mark 20 years since the EM program was first establ  more
DETACHMENT WELCOMES NEW LEADERSHIP AND BIDS FAREWELL TO OLD FRIENDS
NATICK, Mass., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: The U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center's Headquarters Research and Development Detachment held a change of command and change of responsibility ceremony recently. Capt. Thomas Bloomfield, outgoing commander, HRDD, relinquished command to Maj. Dennis Ford, incoming commander, HRDD. Bloomfield said that his position has been "fun an  more
DIRECTOR NAMED BEST IN AIR FORCE
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla., Dec. 12 -- The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate issued the following press release: By Lois Walsh 96th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Like many women in the early 1980's, Jiri Crowder entered Civil Service as a clerk-typist in order to get into the system. During the last two decades, through hard work and education, Ms. Crowder rose through the ranks doing what she loves best, being an integral part of the helping agencies here. Now, t  more
DISCONTINUANCE OF DCAA PARTICIPATION IN INTEGRATED PRODUCT TEAMS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Contract Audit Agency issued the following audit guidance: Effective immediately, DCAA will discontinue all participation in integrated product teams (IPTs) due to concerns that DCAA participation results in a noncompliance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). This includes in-process IPTs and any other teaming arrangements; such as, Alpha pricing, Omega pricing and one-pass pricing. DCAA will continue to  more
DIVERSITY WALK MAY 10
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., May 14 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: I want to thank the communities surrounding Fort Leonard Wood for their tremendous support of our diversity walk May 10. I would especially like to thank the Waynesville St. Robert Chamber of Commerce, Committee of 50, Lebanon Friends of the Fort and Phelps for the Fort for how they embraced this effort. This is truly a wonderful community for our military to train, live and play, and you all demonstrate  more
DNC'S FOWLER TO BRING 2008 ELECTIONS LECTURE SERIES TO THE CITADEL
CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 16 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Democratic National Committee member Donald L. Fowler will bring his extensive knowledge of South Carolina and Democratic politics to The Citadel as the 2008-2009 John C. West Professor of International Politics and American Government. In addition to teaching undergraduate courses, Fowler will direct a series of talks focusing on the November presidential election - the first of which will be at 6:30 p.m. Thurs  more
DOBBS FERRY
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Rep. Eliot L. Engel, D-N.Y. (17th CD), issued the following newsletter: Dear Friends, I am pleased to inform you the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation recognizing Dobbs Ferry's prominent role in securing our nation's independence. I was able to persuade my colleagues to include recognition for Dobbs Ferry in H.R. 1286, the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail Designation Act. I co-sponsored this legislation to commemorat  more
DOD REACHES OUT TO PARENTS IN NEW AD CAMPAIGN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Defense Department marketers launched a new television and online advertising campaign today, but its primary target is not potential military recruits - it's their parents. In one of the handful of ads slated to begin airing nationally, a mother and father sit in their car parked outside a convenience store, talking as their teenage son runs inside. "The mil  more
DODEA TO PARTICIPATE IN RED RIBBON WEEK
ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Education Activity issued the following press release: The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) and many of its schools around the world will join military installations and schools throughout the United States in participating in Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week, sponsored by the National Family Partnership, will be observed from October 23-31. The Red Ribbon Campaign is now the oldest and largest drug prevent  more
DRUG BUSTS, LIVES SAVED, HOMELAND PROTECTED MAKE FOR A SUCCESSFUL SUMMER FOR COAST GUARD ACADEMY CADETS
NEW LONDON, Conn., Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard Academy issued the following press release: The United States Coast Guard Academy's Corps of Cadets returned to New London after a summer of hard work and excitement including life-saving rescues, illegal migrant interdictions and drug busts. Unlike many traditional college students, Coast Guard cadets do not get the entire summer off to themselves. Instead, they get three weeks of vacation time. The   more
DUAL BENEFIT PAYMENTS' OCTOBER 2008
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Railroad Retirement Board issued the following press release: Prepared by Public Affairs 312-751-4777 The payment of a railroad retirement annuity can be affected by entitlement to social security benefits, as well as certain other government benefits. Such dual entitlement, if not reported to the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB), can result in benefit overpayments which have to be repaid, sometimes with interest and penalties. The following questions and answers d  more
EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY STUDENTS DESIGN WOUNDED WARRIOR BARRACKS
GREENVILLE, N.C., Oct. 21 -- East Carolina University issued the following press release: Interior design students at East Carolina University have been tasked with designing "barracks of the future" that can accommodate the needs of injured and ill soldiers in the U.S. Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Battalion. The barracks - or Bachelor Enlisted Quarters - are to provide assisted living for soldiers as they rehabilitate. Ideas generated by this class project may be used in a new facility at  more
EAST CENTRAL UNIVERSITY FACULTY SENATE, STUDENT SENATE, STAFF COUNCIL OPPOSE GUN BILL
ADA, Okla., March 27 -- East Central University issued the following news release: Three organizations representing the students, faculty and staff members at East Central University have approved separate resolutions opposing the passage of legislation that would allow concealed weapons on Oklahoma colleges and university campuses. The Oklahoma House of Representatives voted 65 to 36 on March 13 to approve an amended House Bill 2513 that would authorize certain people who hold a state con  more
ECHAPTERONE, LLC PARTNERS WITH AAFES
ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 16 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: eChapterOne, LLC announced Sept. 1 that it has expanded its services in partnership with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service. The company's state-of-theart online eBookStore will now be available to all U.S. military personnel authorized to shop at the AAFES Exchange Mall -- a concession mall offering online service and merchandise to military members around the world. These concessions make online s  more
Edwards Reports Huge 11-to-1 Cash Advantage Over Van
WACO, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Chet Edwards, a Democratic Party candidate running for re-election in Texas' 17th Congressional District, issued the following news release: Congressman Chet Edwards' campaign filed its October Quarterly Federal Elections Commission (FEC) reported Sunday, reporting $1.145 million cash-on-hand as of Sept. 30th. Meanwhile, the Van Taylor campaign reported just $102,495 cash-on-hand, despite a $100,000 loan from Taylor to his campaign. "With a 21-point lead in th  more
EIGHT ARL RESEARCHERS RECEIVE MANPRINT AWARDS
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: The Army's Human Systems Integration Directorate, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, has recognized eight Army Research Laboratory researchers with MANPRINT Practitioner of the Year Awards for 2008. The MANPRINT program is designed to ensure that the needs of the Soldier and unit are considered throughout the system acquisition process and life cycle.  more
EIGHTEEN AGENCIES GATHER IN SEATTLE TO ACCEPT EPA'S 'FEDERAL GREEN CHALLENGE'
SEATTLE, Sept. 30 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following press release: When senior executives from 18 Pacific Northwest federal agencies gather at the University of Washington's Center for Urban Horticulture tomorrow(Wednesday, October 1), their goal is ambitious. They plan to reduce the federal government's "carbon footprint" in Alaska and the Pacific Northwest by approximately 9 million pounds by next year (roughly equivalent to 450,000 gallons of gasoline saved). The   more
EIGHTH ANNUAL GAMECOCK GALLOP SET FOR OCT. 25
JACKSONVILLE, Ala., Oct. 9 -- Jacksonville State University issued the following news release: Plan to walk or run the 8th annual GAMECOCK GALLOP on Saturday, October 25, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. at Pete Mathews Coliseum. The 5K event is the second largest in the area with over 200 participants. All JSU faculty and staff are encouraged to walk or run the 5K in an effort to make this year's gallop the largest ever! JSU President Dr. Bill Meehan is the official race starter. He also honors the depa  more
ENERGY STAR OPERATION CHANGE OUT INITIAL RESULTS SAVE NEARLY $11 MILLION IN ENERGY COSTS AT 84 U.S. MILITARY BASES
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following press release: The United States Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the initial results of energy cost reduction by 84 military bases that have shifted away from traditional lighting to compact fluorescent light bulbs. These bases are participating in ENERGY STAR Operation Change Out -The Military Challenge, a joint effort with DOE and the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). Secretary Bodman launched this initiati  more
ENGLISH PROFESSOR NAMED TO NATIONAL TEST DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., Sept. 9 -- California State University San Bernardino issued the following news release: David J. Carlson, associate professor of English at Cal State San Bernardino, has been named to the Test Development Committee responsible for guiding the content and policies of the College Board's College-Level Examination Program's American Literature exam. The committee appointment is for one year, renewable for up to four years. Carlson, who joined Cal State San Bernardino   more
ENTRANCE FEES WAIVED FOR ALL MILITARY VETERANS AND CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES ON VETERANS DAY
SHARPSBURG, Md., Oct. 15 -- The National Park Service's Antietam National Battlefield issued the following press release: Superintendent J.W. Howard today announced that entrance fees to Antietam National Battlefield will be waived to Military Veterans and their families and to current members of the Armed Forces and their families on Veterans Day, November 11, 2008. This free admission to the National Battlefield is but a small way to say thank you to the brave men and women who have ser  more
EVERETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE OFFERS TUITION WAIVERS TO FAMILIES OF FALLEN SOLDIERS, DISABLED VETERANS
EVERETT, Wash., Sept. 19 -- Everett Community College issued the following news release: Everett Community College has expanded its tuition aid for the families of military veterans. The college is offering complete tuition waivers to the children and spouses of eligible veterans and National Guard members who were killed during active service. Tuition waivers are also available for the families of veterans who were totally disabled (100 percent disability), declared missing in action, or   more
EXHIBIT HONORS FORMER PRESIDENT
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 9 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: A special exhibit in The Citadel Museum honors Maj. Gen. James A. Grimsley, Jr., 16th president of The Citadel and president emeritus. The exhibit includes photographs that illustrate Grimsley's cadet years (1938-1942), military career (1942-1975) and Citadel presidency (1980-1989). His biography and accomplishments also highlight the exhibit. The museum is open to the public Sunday through Friday from 2 to 5 p.m.   more
FACILITIES AND ENGINEERING FINALISTS NAMED
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Three finalists have been named for the vice president of facilities and engineering at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. Interviews will be conducted on campus Jan. 14 -17. Finalists are: * Dr. G. Dewey Yeatts, chief facilities officer and associate vice-president for facilities management, Murray State University, Murray, Ky. * Carl Russell Postelwate, director of the physical plant, Uni  more
FACT SHEET: EXISTING SANCTIONS AND REPORTING PROVISIONS RELATED TO NORTH KOREA
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation issued the following fact sheet: For Proliferation Activities: * Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act of 2000: Requires reporting to Congress of certain proliferation-related transfers to or from North Korea and allows for: a procurement ban; an assistance ban; a prohibition against certain arms-related sales under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA); and denial of licens  more
FACULTY MEMBER LENDS A HAND TO FORESEE A FUTURE WORLD
NEW LONDON, Conn., Aug. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard Academy issued the following press release: Commander Jim Carlson, an associate professor in the Coast Guard Academy Humanities Department, recently participated in an annual war game conducted by the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island. He was one of seven military lawyers selected by the War College to participate. The Global '08 Game brought together over 150 specialists from all branch  more
Fading stars of the Tamil Nadu - LTTE axis
Colombo, Oct. 25 -- Tamil Nadu continues to grab the attention in Sri Lanka, but with a striking reduction in the intensity of feeling, other than rising contempt for the opportunism of the DMK and Karunanidhi-led propaganda fest against Sri Lanka, for slippery but hopes of gains to have a say in the next coalition that will control India from New Delhi. At the height of the well orchestrated protests last week that were intended to bring pressure on New Delhi and drive fear into Dr. Manmoha  more
FALL 2007 GOLD STAR AND DEAN'S LIST STUDENTS NAMED
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 3 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Last semester, 430 cadets and 26 active duty military students performed well enough academically to earn placement on the Dean's List. Among those, 244 qualified to receive Gold Stars. Dean's List recognition is given to those students registered for 12 or more semester hours whose grade point ratio is 3.2 or higher with no grade below a C for the previous semester's work. Students with a single asterisk by their   more
FERC ISSUES ORDER TO TARPON WHITETAIL GAS STORAGE GRANTING REHEARING, ALLOWING TARIFF REVISION
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the following order: Before Commissioners: Joseph T. Kelliher, Chairman; Suedeen G. Kelly, Marc Spitzer, Philip D. Moeller, and Jon Wellinghoff. Tarpon Whitetail Gas Storage, LLC Docket No. CP08-46-001 ORDER GRANTING REHEARING AND ALLOWING TARIFF REVISION 1. On December, 21, 2007, Tarpon Whitetail Gas Storage, LLC (Whitetail) filed an application in Docket No. CP08-46-000 for auth  more
FHSU UNVEILS NEW INFORMATION SECURITY LABORATORY
HAYS, Kan., Oct. 14 -- Fort Hays State University issued the following news release: Fort Hays State University today unveiled one of the most advanced laboratories in the United States for the teaching of information security, computer networking and web development. "Almost 20 years ago, the Kansas Board of Regents gave our university a unique statewide mission in the integration of computing and telecommunications into education and the Kansas workforce," Dr. Edward H. Hammond, FHSU pre  more
FINALISTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS VICE PRESIDENT ANNOUNCED
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 22 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Three finalists have been named for the position of vice president of external affairs, overseeing internal and external communications at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. The finalists are: * Jeffrey T. Carter, director of strategic communications and public affairs in the Office of the Under Secretary for National Protection and Programs at the Department of Homeland Security in Washington  more
FINALISTS SELECTED FOR HUMANITIES DEAN
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 22 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Four finalists have been named for the position of dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. Each candidate will take part in two-day interviews that will be conducted on campus beginning Jan. 28 and concluding Feb. 12. Finalists are: * Frederic J. Medway, professor of psychology, University of South Carolina. * Jacqueline McGlade, associate   more
FIRST OF 13 IRAQI POLICE STATIONS OPENS IN SALAH AD DIN PROVINCE
TIKRIT, Iraq, Sept. 21 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: The first of 13 local police stations opened its doors during an Iraqi Police station validation ceremony in Salah ad Din province Sept. 16. Dozens gathered in the midst of a dust storm to mark the opening of the al Answar Police Station in the town of al Secour, part of the Tikrit police district. The al Answar station is the first to be validated by Coalition forces and join the fight to se  more
FIVE CORPORATIONS JOIN FORCES WITH ARMY SPOUSE EMPLOYMENT PARTNERSHIP
WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Five corporations vowed to help Soldiers' wives and husbands find work by joining forces with the Army Spouse Employment Partnership during the Association of United States Army's annual meeting at the Washington Convention Center. Black & Veatch Corporation, Convergys Corporation, EMC Corporation, Lowe's Corporation and West Corporation signed a statement of support Oct. 6 to join 27 other companies in a partne  more
FLW NAMES INSTRUCTORS OF THE YEAR
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., March 25 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: When: Monday, March 31 What: The U.S. Army Maneuver Support Center Instructor of the Year for fiscal year 2007 award ceremony Who: U.S. Army Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear School instructors: Capt. Steven P. Beaudoin, Staff Sgt. Kirtan D. Stoute and Mr. Roosevelt Rogers U.S. Army Engineer School instructors: Capt. Nils N. French (Canadian Army), Tech. Sgt. Nicole Timmons and Mr.   more
FORCES TARGET TALIBAN IN AFGHANISTAN'S HELMAND, GHAZNI PROVINCES
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Afghan and coalition forces killed three militants in two separate engagements in Afghanistan's Helmand province, and detained eight Taliban fighters in Ghazni province, military officials reported. In Helmand, militants attacked Afghan and coalition forces conducting a combat security patrol. Militants used rocket-propelled grenades and machine-gun fire. Afghan   more
FORMER OFFICERS OF MUSLIM CHARITY, CARE INTERNATIONAL, CONVICTED
BOSTON, Jan. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued the following press release: Three men, a Libyan national and two Lebanese nationals, were convicted today in federal court of conspiring to defraud the United States and engaging in a scheme to conceal information from the United States government. Kenneth Wainstein, Assistant Attorney General for National Security; United States Attorney Michael J. Sullivan; Warren T. Bamford, Sp  more
Former Reagan Defense Advisor Bing West Presents Public Lecture On Iraq
NEWPORT, R.I., Oct. 21 -- Salve Regina University issued issued the following order: Francis J. "Bing" West, who served as Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs under President Ronald Reagan, will present a lecture, "The Strongest Tribe: War, Politics, and the Endgame in Iraq" on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. at Salve Regina's Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy. West's talk, part of the Pell Center Lecture Series, is free and open to the pub  more
FORMER WAC REMEMBERS
FORT LEE, Va., Oct. 20 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: In August 1975, a headstrong 19-year-old woman in Washington State chose to break free from her family's mold. Without her parents' approval, she decided on a delayed entry into the Women's Army Corps. "I joined the Women's Army Corps not to become a wife," said Debbie Kilpatrick, an environmental protection specialist on Fort Lee. "Every woman in my family had gotten pregnant by 17 and was raising children,   more
FORT DEFIANCE MAN NASWOOD SENTENCED TO 7 YEARS IN PRISON FOR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
PHOENIX, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation's Phoenix Field Office issued the following press release: Francis Naswood, 29, of Fort Defiance, Ariz. was sentenced on Tuesday by U.S. District Judge James A. Teilborg to 87 months in federal prison followed by placement in an inpatient mental health rehabilitation program while on three years supervised release. Naswood pleaded guilty on April 28, 2008 to assaulting Thomas Whitehead. The assault occurred o  more
FORT LEONARD WOOD ARMY CAREER AND ALUMNI PROGRAM EMPLOYER FORUM
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., May 1 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Fort Leonard Wood Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) will host an Employer Forum: Transitioning to the Private Sector Job Market on May 16 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. in Building 470, room 2221. This event is open to the public. The event is free to all military and dependents. The general public cost is $30 per class. To make a fee payment, one must register and pay with a credit card at http://www.miss  more
FORT LEONARD WOOD ARMY CAREER AND ALUMNI PROGRAM'S STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS CLASS
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., May 1 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Fort Leonard Wood Army Career and Alumni Program (ACAP) is conducting Starting a Small Business Class: The First Steps from 9 a.m. - noon, May 16 in Building 470, room 2221. The class is free to military and dependents and $30 for the general public. In the class, a small business instructor will teach how to start private businesses. To make a fee payment, register and pay with a credit card at www.m  more
FORT LEONARD WOOD GENERAL HOLDS MEDIA ROUND TABLE REGARDING CHEMICAL BRIGADE TRAINING COUNCIL
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., March 31 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: When: Thursday, April 3 What: The U.S. Army Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear School's Chemical Brigade Training Council media round table Who: Brig. Gen. Thomas Spoehr, USACBRN School commandant and Chemical Brigade commanders Where: Fort Leonard Wood Significance: The purpose of the USACBRNS's Chemical Brigade Training Council is to serve as collaboration between the three Army   more
FORT LEONARD WOOD SOLDIER DEATH
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., March 17 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: A Fort Leonard Wood Soldier died Sunday on post. The Soldier was found unconscious and unresponsive at 9:17 p.m. by military police, a military police representative said. Paramedics from the General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital responded to the scene at 9:19 p.m. The paramedics transported the body to the post hospital where an autopsy will be performed, a hospital representative said. T  more
FORT LEONARD WOOD SOLDIER WHO DIED SUNDAY IDENTIFIED
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., March 19 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: A Fort Leonard Wood Soldier who died Sunday on post has been identified. Sgt. Jason Boling, with Fort Leonard Wood's Garrison Command, was found Sunday at 9:17 p.m. unconscious and unresponsive by military police, a military police representative said. Paramedics from the General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital responded to the scene at 9:19 p.m. and transported Boling to the post hospital, a h  more
FROM CIVVIES TO CAMMIES; TWO MARINES CONTINUE TO SERVE
HAQLANIYAH, Iraq, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: By Cpl. Shawn Coolman Regimental Combat Team 5 Two Marines serving with Civil Affairs Team 6, Detachment 1, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 5 who already reached their end of service date are continuing to serve in Iraq. The two Marines, Cpl. Fernando Morales and Sgt. Dustin Baker, who both have been out of the Marine Corps for two years, were recalled from inactive   more
FUNDING BILL FOR MILITARY CONSTRUCTION, VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEFENSE AND HOMELAND SECURITY PASSES SENATE WITH AKAKA'S SUPPORT
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following news release: Today U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-HI) was pleased to vote in favor of H.R. 2638, the Consolidated Security Disaster continuing resolution which includes the FY2009 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Defense, and Homeland Security Appropriations bill. The bill passed the Senate by a vote of 78-12 and now goes to the President. If signed by the President, the bill would also provide  more
FUNDING BILL INCLUDES $60 MILLION FOR LOCAL DEFENSE PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Sam Farr, D-Calif. (17th CD), issued the following press release: Congressman Sam Farr (D-Carmel) today voted with an overwhelming majority of his colleagues to continue funding the federal government into March. In addition to funding general government programs, the bill includes $60.54 million for many Central Coast projects. "We've had a lot of trouble this year agreeing on funding bills, primarily because offshore drilling became such a big sticking point,  more
FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY HOSPITALS, EMPLOYEE RETRAINING PASSES COMMITTEE
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Michael R. Turner (R-Centerville) announced today that funding for key projects in the Miami Valley moved one step closer by passing through the House Appropriations Committee. Nearly $1.5 million in funding for hospitals, museums, employee retraining, and economic development will be headed to the Third District once the bill is signed into law. "These projects will help improve   more
GENDER IN INTERNATIONAL FILMS SERIES SLATED FOR OCTOBER
DOVER, Del., Sept. 18 -- The University of Delaware issued the following news release: Screenings of UD's Gender in International Films fall series are slated for 3:35 p.m., Wednesdays, throughout October in 102 Gore Hall. The film screenings are open to the public and also are offered as a one-credit, P/F course (WOMS 290.010). Scheduled films are listed below. Grbavica: The Land of My Dreams (Bosnia-Herzegovia), Oct. 1, deals with the trials of a single mother and her tomboy daughter,  more
GENERAL LEONARD WOOD ARMY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL MARKETING
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., April 25 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: Authorizing TRICARE Prime beneficiaries a one-time appointment for off-post treatment is helping medical access at General Leonard Wood Army Community Hospital, but beneficiaries not following established rules could be jeopardizing the effort. The rules state that off-post authorizations are for one-time appointments with area providers, and all follow-up care must be done at GLWACH, said Diane Hell,   more
GENERAL PRESENTS MEDALS TO OUTSTANDING PERSONNEL
EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla., Dec. 12 -- The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate issued the following press release: By Lois Walsh 96th ABW Public Affairs Maj. Gen David Eidsaune, Program Executive Officer for Weapons and commander, Air Armament Center, presented the following medals and Air Force-level awards at his Commander's Call Dec. 10. Purple Heart: Tech Sgt. Chad Wilkey, 96th Logistics Readiness Squadron On June 9, Sergeant Wilkey was injured when a rocket  more
GOLD STAR FAMILY LICENSE PLATE AVAILABLE
BLYTHEWOOD, S.C., Oct. 22 -- The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles issued the following news release: The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) announced today the availability of a new Gold Star Family specialty license plate. The Gold Star Family license plate is available to family members of military service personnel killed in action or while in service. To obtain the Gold Star Family plate, customers must present military documentation of their family member's  more
GOV. RENDELL APPOINTS SUZANNE CAMPBELL AS DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 15 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs issued the following news release: Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced the appointment of Suzanne P. Campbell as a deputy chief of staff in the Office of the Governor. Campbell currently serves as the deputy secretary for administration in the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. She began her public service career as an assistant managing director for the City of Philade  more
GOV. RENDELL SAYS UNEMPLOYMENT RATE REMAINS BELOW NATION; JOBS DECLINE IN SEPTEMBER
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued the following news release: Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced that Pennsylvania's unemployment rate¹ of 5.7 percent in September remains below the national rate of 6.1 percent. The Governor also pointed out that, as the national economic climate deteriorates, the state's nonfarm job count² felt the effects - dropping 12,200 jobs in September. "The fact that the state's unemployment rate has been   more
GOVERNOR'S SCHEDULE UPDATE FOR SEPT. 22-26
BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 19 -- Gov. C.L. 'Butch' Otter, R-Idaho, has issued the following media advisory: Here are some of the upcoming events on Governor C.L. "Butch" Otter's schedule. This schedule is provided for newsroom planning purposes only and is subject to change. All listed times are local to the event. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 * Governor Otter conducts a Cabinet meeting, including representatives from the Bureau of Occupational Licenses, the departments of Labor, Commerce, Correction,  more
GREETINGS FROM LT. GEN. AND MRS. JOHN W. ROSA
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 27 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Dear Parents, The Citadel is planning for an eventful Parents' Weekend October 10-12, and Donna and I want you to be part of it. As the first major event each year, Parents' Weekend represents a milestone, especially for members of the fourth and first classes. Donna and I treasure the memory of walking through the ring when I was a senior cadet in 1972, and we have special memories of Parents' Weekend when our so  more
GRETCHEN MORAN USED TO RIDE HARTMANS NOW SHE FLIES IN THE MIDDLE EAST
GUNNISON, Colo., July 30 -- Western State College issued the following news release: Gretchen Moran used to ride mountain bikes at Hartman Rocks, now she flies helicopters in Iraq and Afghanistan. The 2000 Western graduate is a chief warrant officer and helicopter pilot in the Army. She majored in biology and, "like everybody else got into rock climbing and mountain biking (while living in Gunnison)." But skiing was her first interest. "I wanted a degree and I wanted to ski," she said  more
GROUP HELPS MILITARY FAMILIES TAKE FLIGHT
WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: While on patrol in northern Iraq last year, Army Spc. Kevin Hardin of Jupiter, Fla., was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade. He suffered injuries to his hands and arms. As a result, some of his fingers were amputated. Shrapnel penetrated his skull, leaving inoperable injuries. Twenty surgeries later, and while recovering at Walter Reed Army Medical Center here, Ha  more
GUEST PERFORMANCE DOUBLEHEADER AT STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT POTSDAM FEATURING CLARINET, SAX
POTSDAM, N.Y., Oct. 17 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: As part of SUNY Potsdam's Third Annual Potsdam Single Reed Summit, two gala concerts featuring guest performers will take place on Friday, Oct. 17, in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall. Clarinetist Andr Moisan will perform beginning at 7 p.m. and then the Capitol Saxophone Quartet will take the stage at 8 p.m. Moisan is known for his consummate mastery of the instrument, his impressiv  more
HELP YOUR CHILD DEVELOP FINANCIAL SKILLS
BATON ROUGE, La., July 11 -- The Louisiana State University Ag Center issued the following news release: Most children have not learned enough to be financially independent and successful by the time they enter college. Yet, many teenagers are offered credit cards before they even graduate from high school. "The best way to solve this problem and to set a precedent of saving and financial success is to teach children, starting from a very young age, about money management," said LSU AgCent  more
HONOR COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES FOR 2008-09 SELECTED
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 8 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: After completing an extensive training program at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, the Honor Committee officers and company and battalion representatives have been selected for the 2008-2009 academic year. These newly appointed cadets, all of which are rising seniors, assumed their responsibilities following spring break. Honor is the most cherished principle at The Citadel. The Citadel strives  more
HONORARY DEGREES GO TO 7 DURING MAY 2008 COMMENCEMENTS
CHARLESTON, S.C., May 3 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Here is the text of the honorary degrees presented by The Citadel Board of Visitors at commencements May 3 and 4, 2008. Citations appear in alphabetical order. Colonel Robert Spencer Adden Colonel Robert Spencer Adden, Citadel Class of '44, has had a positive influence on the lives of countless people over the years - from his classmates in Charlie Company to the men he served alongside during World War II to th  more
HOUSE APPROVES CAMP PERRY FUNDING
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio (5th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) is pleased to announce the House of Representatives has approved $2 million in funding for the Ohio Army National Guard Camp Perry Training Site in Port Clinton, Ohio. The $2 million, contained within H.R. 6599, The Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Fiscal Year 2009 Appropriations Bill, will provide the funds necessary to build an 80-bed barracks facili  more
HOUSE COMMITTEE AMENDS MILITARY PROTECTIVE ORDER PROCESS AFTER MARIA LAUTERBACH CASE
WASHINGTON, May 15 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: The House Armed Services Committee passed two amendments last night sponsored by Ohio Congressman Michael Turner (OH-03) as a result of the case of Marine Lance Corporal Maria Lauterbach who was allegedly raped and murdered by fellow Marine Corporal Cesar Laurean. "For months, Mary Lauterbach and I have been working together to review the system which left her daughter vulnerable to the traged  more
House Education and Labor Committee Requests Study
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 29 -- The School Nutrition Association issued the following news item: The House Education and Labor Committee sent a letter to the Government Accounting Office (GAO) last week, requesting a study on state and local initiatives to fund programs that provide free meals to students in the reduced price category. The 2004 Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act authorized a pilot program to study the effectiveness of eliminating the reduced price category (ERP), howeve  more
HOUSE PASSES H.R. 5658, FY 2009 NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT
WASHINGTON, May 22 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Robert J. Wittman (VA-01) today announced that the House of Representatives passed H.R. 5658, the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act of 2008 by a vote of 384 to 23. H.R. 5658 authorizes $531.4 billion for the Department of Defense (DoD) and the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DoE). It also includes $70 billion to support ongoing military operation  more
HOUSE PROTECTS CUSTODY RIGHTS OF MILITARY PARENTS
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: For the second time in two years, the U.S. House has passed Congressman Michael Turner's (OH-03) provision to protect the custody rights of military parents. In May of 2007, the U.S. House passed, as part of the Defense Authorization Bill, a provision Rep. Turner introduced to restrict courts from changing the custody of a service member's child while they are deployed and unable to participat  more
HOUSE SENDS NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION BILL TO PRESIDENT'S DESK
WASHINGTON, Sept. 27 -- Rep. Mark Udall, D-Colo. (2nd CD), issued the following news release: Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 6063, a bipartisan bill authored by Congressman Mark Udall (D-Eldorado Springs) to reauthorize the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Congressman Udall is the Chairman of the House Science and Technology Committee's Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics, which has jurisdiction over NASA. "My bill is an excellent example of the  more
HOUSTON VA HOSTS 8TH STAND DOWN FOR HOMELESS VETERANS
HOUSTON, Oct. 2 -- The Department of Veterans Affairs' Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center issued the following press release: The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, in cooperation with the City of Houston - Convention & Entertainment Facilities Department, City of Houston - Office of Veterans Affairs, Coalition for the Homeless, George R. Brown Convention Center, Harris County Hospital District, Harris County Veteran Services, Houston Police Department, Salvation Army Harbor Light Center  more
I WANT TO BE SOLDIER WHEN I GROW UP!
BATON ROUGE, La., June 25 -- Louisiana State University issued the following news release: "Awesome! That's sweet!" exclaimed 26 kindergarten students in unison, during a presentation about the Louisiana National Guard earlier this spring. Cathy Rosenfeld's LSU Laboratory School class invited 928th Sapper Company commander Capt. William Saint and two other soldiers to talk to the five- and six-year-olds about the National Guard, what they do and why they wanted to be soldiers. Rosenfeld, a  more
IA DELIVERS SCHOOL SUPPLIES TO PRIMARY SCHOOLS
MOSUL, Iraq, Oct. 9 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Soldiers with the 3rd Battalion, 5th Brigade, 2nd Iraqi Army Division delivered school supplies to children in two primary schools, Sharif and Somer, in the southeastern region of Mosul, Iraq, Oct. 9. The school supplies were donated by nongovernmental organizations. "Iraqi media accompanied the 3-5-2 IA to report on the increased security in the southeastern region as well as to get the attenti  more
IA, MND-N SOLDIERS DISTRIBUTE FOOD TO IRAQI CITIZENS
TALL AFAR, Iraq, Oct. 12 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Iraqi Army soldiers passed out food rations to residents of Tall Afar's Arbea neighborhood during a food distribution drive geared to visit 30 areas in western Ninewa province during October. Soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 10th Brigade, 3rd Iraqi Army Division met with over 100 family members at a local school and handed out flour, rice, sugar and chai. "Families received rationed food, which  more
IMPORTANT TWIST IN SUPERCAPACITOR RESEARCH
DALLAS, Sept. 19 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: Car batteries as we know them today may soon be relics. Storing energy in clunky containers with limited shelf lives has plagued car makers and military engineers who need lightweight, powerful and reliable means to crank engines into life, enliven radios and operate other electronic appliances. But research by post-doctoral Researcher Jiyoung Oh and Research Scientist Mikhail "Mike" Kozlov at UT Da  more
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR ARIZONA ON OCT. 16: FORT DEFIANCE MAN SENTENCED TO SEVEN YEARS IN PRISON FOR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
PHOENIX, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for Arizona issued the following press release: Francis Naswood, 29, of Fort Defiance, Ariz. was sentenced on Tuesday by U.S. District Judge James A. Teilborg to 87 months in federal prison followed by placement in an inpatient mental health rehabilitation program while on three years supervised release. Naswood pleaded guilty on April 28, 2008 to assaulting Thomas Whitehead. The assault occurred on January 8, 2008 on  more
INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF GEORGIA ON NOV. 21: FORMER WRESTLER FOUND GUILTY BY FEDERAL JURY ON FEDERAL SEX TRAFFICKING, FORCED LABOR CHARGES
ATLANTA, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for the Northern District of Georgia issued the following press release: A federal jury returned guilty verdicts today against former professional wrestler HARRISON NORRIS, Jr., 41, a/k/a "Hardbody Harrison," from Cartersville, Georgia, on multiple charges of sex trafficking and forced labor related to a scheme to force women into prostitution. "This jury has vindicated the rights of the numerous young women this d  more
INLAND EMPIRE ENTREPRENEUR TO BE AWARDED HONORARY DOCTORATE AT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY SAN BERNARDINO
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif., June 2 -- California State University San Bernardino issued the following news release: Neale Perkins, a long-time supporter and strong advocate for higher education, has been named a recipient of an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters by Cal State San Bernardino. Perkins, of Lake Arrowhead, will be honored at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at the university's College of Social and Behavioral Sciences commencement ceremony at the university's Coussoulis Arena. Founder o  more
International Food Services Group Feeds GGC Students Daily
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga., Oct. 16 -- Georgia Gwinnett College issued the following news release: Georgia Gwinnett College doesn't have a dining hall yet - but that doesn't keep the students, faculty and staff from being nutritionally satisfied from sun up to sun down each day. Quiznos, Starbucks at the GGC Café, Pete's Arena and The Marketplace are responsible for quenching the hunger and thirst needs of the nearly 2,000 "grizzly bears" on the 200 acre campus and international food services group   more
INTERNATIONAL TRUMPET ARTISTS TO PERFORM AND TEACH AT GRAND VALLEY
ALLENDALE, Mich., July 7 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following press release: The Grand Valley State University International Trumpet Seminar will bring artists from China, Germany, the Netherlands, Turkey and the U.S. to the Allendale Campus, July 20-27. Seven evening concerts featuring faculty and guest artists are open to the general public with a nominal admission of $5-10. A complete schedule is listed below. The goal of the seminar, now in its fourth year, is to expos  more
INTERNATIONALLY KNOWN EXPERT IN LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY NAMED CHIEF OF COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY AT STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
STONY BROOK, N.Y., Oct. 20 -- The State University of New York at Stony Brook issued the following news release: Roberto Bergamaschi, M.D., Ph.D., recognized worldwide for his expertise in the field of laparoscopic surgery for colorectal diseases, has been named Professor of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at Stony Brook University Medical Center. Appointed by Todd K. Rosengart, M.D., Interim Chair of the Department of Surgery, Dr. Bergamaschi will oversee the ne  more
IRAQ VETERAN RECEIVES FIRST MASSHOUSING HOME FOR BRAVE MORTGAGE
BOSTON, Aug. 14 -- The Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency issued the following news release: An Army veteran of three tours of duty in Iraq is the first to receive a loan through MassHousing's "A Home for the Brave" mortgage program, allowing his family to purchase their first home. Sgt. Joshua Brett and his wife, Tracy, closed their loan through First Federal Credit Union in New Bedford for a new home in East Freetown less than a month after Gov. Deval Patrick and Lt. Gov. Timothy Murra  more
IRAQI GOVERNMENT INVESTS IN EDUCATION
CAMP TAJI, Iraq, Oct. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following news feature article: By Sgt. 1st Class Christina Bhatti 2nd Stryker Brigade Education is a key investment for any country. To help make that investment a reality, the government of Iraq has taken the lead to ensure many battle damaged schools get the face lift they desperately need. Multi-National Division - Baghdad Soldiers from 1st Battalion 14th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade C  more
IRAQI PILOTS GRADUATE, FLIGHT TRAINING WING OPENS
KIRKUK, Iraq, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: The Iraqi Air Force Flying Training Wing graduated three pilots and opened a new training facility at the Kirkuk Air Field in Kirkuk City, Iraq, Oct. 13. The events began in the late morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new training facility, which will accommodate better training and more students in the future. The guests then watched a traditional military ceremony where the flight s  more
ISF CAPTURES 15 SUSPECTED TERRORISTS IN SEPARATE OPERATIONS IN NORTHERN IRAQ
BALAD, Iraq, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Iraqi Security Forces captured 15 suspected terrorists and uncovered a small weapons cache in separate operations throughout northern Iraq Oct. 11-13. In an operation Oct. 13 in Sharqat, elements of the 2nd Iraqi Army captured two suspected 1920 Revolutionary Brigade terrorist leaders active in the Tigris River Valley. One of the individuals is said to be providing funding to Islamic State of Iraq  more
IT'S ALL BUSINESS FOR SOLDIERS IN 'THE FIELD'
FORT LEWIS, Wash., Oct. 17 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: For the last two weeks, my husband has been in the field. When Matt first used that term a few months into our marriage, it conjured up images in my mind of grassy plains and nighttime campfires - of Army guys buddying around, drinking beer, sharing ghost stories and camping and hiking as they made merry for nights on end without wives around to complain about the mess, or the belching. But even though  more
IT'S OFFICIAL: $230 MILLION HEADED TO WRIGHT-PATTERSON
WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: $230 million is headed to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base after President Bush's signature on Monday of the Defense Authorization Bill. The $230 million in Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) construction funds was appropriated in December but separate legislation was required to authorize the spending. Miami Valley Congressman Michael Turner (OH-03), a leading advocate for Wright-Patterson's fu  more
JERRY HENEGHAN TO SPEAK AT NORTH CAROLINA SYMPHONY'S CORPORATE ADVISORY COUNCIL
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 8 -- The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources' Symphony issued the following news release: Jerry Heneghan will be the featured speaker at the North Carolina Symphony's Corporate Advisory Council business luncheon, 11:30am- 1pm on October 23, 2008 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham. Heneghan, who holds an MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University and a BS in Engineering from the US Military Academy, is the founder and CEO of Virtual Heroes  more
JO DEE MESSINA, BILLY CURRINGTON PERFORM IN CONCERT AT UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 15 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news release: Osprey Productions at the University of North Florida presents Jo Dee Messina and Billy Currington in concert at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, at the Arena on campus. Tickets are $10 for UNF students, $15 with a military ID and $20 for the general public. Doors open at 7 pm, and the show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale at the UNF Ticket Box Office at (904) 620-2878 and are also available   more
JOINT COMMUNICATIONS EXCERCISE A SUCCESS
SALEM, Ore., Oct. 16 -- The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: The Oregon National Guard along with Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue and Portland Fire and Rescue, participated in a joint communications exercise to test emergency equipment and foster interagency relationships in Beaverton, Ore., Oct. 16. The exercise lasted from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Washington County Consolidated Communications Agency building and allowed each team to become familiar with oth  more
JOINT ENABLING CAPABILITIES COMMAND UP, RUNNING
NORFOLK, Va., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs Government and military officials gathered here today for the activation of U.S. Joint Forces Command's (USJFCOM) new Joint Enabling Capabilities Command (JECC). Current Standing Joint Force Headquarters (SJFHQ) Director Marine Corps Brig. Gen. William D. Beydler is the new organization's first commander and reports directly to the c  more
KEARSARGE COMPLETES HUMANITARIAN VISIT TO DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Southern Command issued the following press release: Medical and Engineering crews from the amphibious ship USS Kearsarge completed a 14-day humanitarian assistance visit to the Dominican Republic Oct. 16. Kearsarge is in the region as part of the second phase of Continuing Promise, a humanitarian mission that included similar assistance provided by the crew of the USS Boxer during visits to Guatemala, El Salvador and Pe  more
KEEPING OUR PROMISE TO A NEW GENERATION OF VETERANS
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Phil Hare, D-Ill. (17th CD), issued the following column: On June 30, President Bush signed the GI Bill of Rights for the 21st Century, despite his early and vocal objections. I am glad he did. But even in signing, the President argued that by increasing post-service educational benefits for those who risked their lives in defense of our country, Congress was playing fast and loose with the federal budget and seriously threatening re-enlistment rates. I could  more
Kilinochchi battle-front active
Colombo, Oct. 25 -- The Killinochchi battle front remained active during the past 48 hours as advancing troops of the 57 Division and Task Force - I engaged in heavy clashes with the terrorists guarding the outskirts of its administrative town. According to military reports the 57 Division and Task Force I were engaged in separate clashes with the LTTE in the areas of Iranamadu, Manniyankulam and Pallawarayankaddu whilst clashes also erupted in the Panikkankulam area south of Kilinochchi on   more
KLUNE INDUSTRIES DONATES TO UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY'S SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
OREM, Utah, Aug. 6 -- Utah Valley University issued the following news release: Klune Industries, Inc., a California-based manufacturer of parts for commercial and military aircraft and missile systems with two facilities in Spanish Fork, Utah, will make a donation to UVU's School of Continuing Education on August 7. The presentation will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the north entrance of UVU's new library and will be attended by representatives of Klune Industries, Inc. and representatives fro  more
KNOBS GET ADVICE FROM PRESIDENT, COMMANDANT
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 20 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Just days into their military training, the Class of 2012 received words of wisdom and advice from The Citadel's top two leaders. In separate addresses to the fourth class this week Commandant of Cadets Col. Greg Stone and President Lt. Gen. John W. Rosa shared their different educational and military backgrounds but echoed each other with encouraging words about the rigors of military training. "This is goin  more
Lanka values partnership with UN - FM
Colombo, Oct. 25 -- The partnership with the United Nations is most valuable at this juncture when Security Forces are moving to liberate the Northern Province in order to restore democracy as the Government had done in the Eastern Province, Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama said. Addressing a ceremony held to mark the 63rd UN Day at UN compound yesterday, Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama said the UN is unique in that it is the only organization in which countries with widely differin  more
LARGEST FRESHMAN CLASS IN 30 YEARS EXPECTED AT THE CITADEL
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 16 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Class of 2012, which is expected to number more than 700 cadet recruits, reported to The Citadel early on Aug. 16, 2008 for academic orientation and military training. "Reporting Day is an exciting time at The Citadel. We are looking to welcome more than 700 new cadets and their families to The Citadel family," said Lt. Col. John Powell, '77, director of admissions. "We are pleased with this incoming class an  more
LECTURE ADDRESSES MILITARY'S EFFECT ON AFRICAN AMERICAN SOCIETY, CULTURE
GREEN BAY, Wis., Oct. 14 -- The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay issued the following news release: The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will host noted author and college professor Kimberly Phillips Monday, Nov. 3, as she presents a guest lecture titled "War, What is it Good For?: African Americans on the Frontlines of Battle and Peace." The lecture is part of the UW-Green Bay campus Common Theme of "Waging War, Waging Peace." It will be held at 12:45 p.m. in the University Union's Chri  more
LENOVO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TO ADDRESS BUSINESS SUMMIT NOV. 18
GREENSBORO, N.C., Oct. 21 -- The University of North Carolina-Greensboro issued the following press release: William J. Amelio, CEO of Lenovo, one of the world's largest personal computer manufacturers, will be one of two keynote speakers at the third annual UNCG Business Summit, presented by MidCarolina Bank. He will be joined by UNCG's new chancellor, Dr. Linda P. Brady. The focus of both speakers will be on the relationship between higher education and the business community. The eve  more
Long-time Association Staffer Passes Away
ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 30 -- The School Nutrition Association issued the following news item: SNA regrets to announce the passing of Louise Frolich, a former member and staff member of the Association. She died on April 24, 2008 in Denver, Colo. As a staff member of the American School Food Service Association (as it was known until 2004), Frolich served in several capacities for more than two decades, joining the then-small staff in 1962 and stepping down when the Association moved its he  more
MACARTHUR, CINCINNATI AWARDS PRESENTED
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 22 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, presented the prestigious Gen. Douglas MacArthur Foundation and Society of the Cincinnati of South Carolina awards during the Feb. 22 military dress parade. Cadet Lt. Col. William Morris Coleman of Greenville, S.C., received the Gen. Douglas MacArthur Foundation. The Gen. Douglas MacArthur Foundation presents its annual award to outstanding cadets of the Asso  more
MAJ. GEN. MCCOY TO SPEAK AT ASMC/SAME LUNCHEON MARCH 3
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., Feb. 25 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Ozark Chapter of American Society of Military Comptrollers and the Society of Military Engineers are expected to host their monthly meeting at 11:30 am on March 3 at the Pershing Community Center. The guest speaker for the event is expected to be Maj. Gen. William H. McCoy, Maneuver Support Center and Fort Leonard Wood commanding general. The meal will be a buffet which will include: herb baked c  more
MARCH EMERGENCY RESPONDERS TEAM UP TO TRAIN FOR THREATS
MARCH AIR RESERVE BASE, Calif., Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command issued the following news release: Air Force reservists and Air National Guardsmen took part in a joint exercise here Oct. 5, testing their ability to respond and work together in an emergency. The 452nd Civil Engineering Squadron's emergency management flight conducted the test of Airmen who respond to a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or explosive incident. More than 35 Airmen from the Guard's 16  more
MASSACHUSETTS SUPPORTS AMERICA'S HIGH-TECH ARMY
NATICK, Mass., Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Teams from the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center and the Program Executive Officer Soldier joined forces to visit the Massachusetts State House in Boston to tell the Army's high-tech story. The theme, Massachusetts technology supporting the high-tech Army, was demonstrated in a four-hour show consisting of displays manned by subject matter experts who answered   more
MASSING OF THE COLORS CEREMONY PLANNED MARCH 2
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: A Congressional Medal of Honor recipient will highlight the 2008 Massing of the Colors ceremony at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 2, in Summerall Chapel at The Citadel. The General Westmoreland Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars and The Citadel conducts the annual ceremony that pledges faith in the colors of the United States. It begins with a procession of flags and concludes with patriotic service dedicated t  more
MEDIA DISPLAY HIGHLIGHTS OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY PATENT SUCCESS
CORVALLIS, Ore., May 16 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: Recent patents by Oregon State University faculty are featured in a display in the LaSells Stewart Center on the OSU campus. The Hall of Patents is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through May 30. Licensing new technologies enables OSU innovations to move into the marketplace. Examples of patents from the past two years include: * New adhesives that are environmentally saf  more
MELROSE BOARD OF ALDERMEN ISSUES MINUTES OF OCT. 6 MEETING
MELROSE, Mass., Oct. 6 -- The Melrose Board of Aldermen issued the following meeting minutes: MINUTES 09-39 Regular Meeting of the Board of Aldermen to be held on Monday, October 6, 2008 at 7:45 P.M. in the Aldermanic Chamber, City Hall, Melrose, MA President Conn called the meeting to order at 7:45 P.M. Roll Call: showed 9 members present Amended to 10 to add Alderman Boisselle who walked in at end of Roll Call Aldermen Brodeur, Infurna, McAteer-Margolis, Medeiros, Mortimer, Seabo  more
MEMORIAL DAY ADDRESS - GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL CEMETERY
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif., (12th CD) issued the following news release: It is with an abundance of humility that I join this gathering of American heroes to pay homage to the men and women who have honored our nation with their service and indeed, their lives. I want to thank the staff and volunteers here at Golden Gate National Cemetery for allowing me to spend this very special day with you. Memorial Day was first celebrated in 1868 when General John Logan, co  more
MEMORIAL DAY AN OPPORTUNITY FOR REFLECTION
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: We are very fortunate to live in the United States of America. Our country's traditions of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness have remained constant for over 200 years and do still today. There are times, however, where it is important to reflect that the freedoms that we cherish and the opportunities that we enjoy came at a great cost. We have an opportunity on May 26 when we celebrate   more
MIAMI VALLEY PLAYS KEY ROLE IN DESTROYING ROGUE SATELLITE
WASHINGTON, March 7 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Recently, the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) headquartered at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base played a critical role in the successful destruction of a stray satellite. This successful operation underscores the importance of the work done at Wright-Patterson and the need to prepare the base for our upcoming expansion. Successes like the destruction of the satellite also demon  more
MIAMI-DADE CEOS TO BECOME CHIEF EDUCATION OFFICERS FOR A DAY
MIAMI, Oct. 17 -- The Miami-Dade County Public Schools issued the following news release: What does it take to lead a public school? On October 21, more than 350 CEOs, judges, mayors, legislators, attorneys, bankers, and military commanding officers will find out when they become Principals for a Day at Miami-Dade County public schools across the county. Sponsored by Merrill Lynch in partnership with Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, the event kick  more
MILITARY ACADEMY DAY APPROACHING
WASHINGTON, March 28 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Serving as a United States Congressman offers me the privilege of nominating a small number of young people from the Third Congressional District of Ohio for admission to the United States military service academies. On Saturday, April 19th, my office will hold a special Military Academy Day for high school juniors, underclassmen, and their families. The program will take place in Springboro Hi  more
MILITARY COMMISSIONING CEREMONY
EAST LANSING, Mich., May 1 -- Michigan State University's College of Osteopathic Medicine issued the following press release: Five graduating students received the rank of officer at the breakfast Military Commissioning Ceremony. Shannon McLean (Air Force), Jonathan Oliva (Army), Donald Setter (Navy) and Steven Sheldon (Navy) were promoted and commissioned as officers, and National Guard Captain Jeffrey Frey, was pinned with his Medical Corps Caduceus and Flight Surgeon Badge.  more
MILITARY ORGANIZATIONS TEAM UP TO SUPPORT SERVICE MEMBERS, FAMILIES
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: As military members prepare to mobilize, regional military organizations are working together to offer support and assistance to them and the families they leave behind. The Interservice Family Assistance Committee of New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania is a family-assistance network of military organizations meant to increase family readiness and enhance   more
MILITARY-RELATED EVENTS CELEBRATED ON SEPT. 13 DURING AIR FORCE ACADEMY VS. UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON FOOTBALL GAME
HOUSTON, Sept. 2 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: The Air Force ROTC Program at the University of Houston is heavily involved in supporting the first meeting of the United States Air Force Academy and University of Houston football teams on Saturday, Sept. 13. Kick off is at 2:30 p.m. at Robertson Stadium. UH has designated this game as its annual salute to the Armed Forces. Detachment 003, which is co-hosting this historic event, has been the fastest-growing  more
MILLIONS IN FUNDING FOR WRIGHT-PATT MOVES THROUGH COMMITTEE
WASHINGTON, June 19 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Michael R. Turner announced today that $14 million dollars in funding for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base cleared an important first step by passing through the Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs. Once passed, the $14 million will go toward the construction of a new security forces building at Wright-Patterson. Currently, Security Forces at W  more
MISSISSIPPI DISTRICT CLEANUP RESCHEDULED
GULF BREEZE, Fla., Sept. 25 -- The National Park Service's Gulf Islands National Seashore issued the following press release: The International Beach Cleanup for the Mississippi District and coastal Mississippi is rescheduled to October 18 due to Hurricanes Gustav and Ike. The deadline for volunteers to register has been extended to Monday, September 29. Those who have already signed up do not need to re-register. The annual event is organized by the Mississippi Department of Marine Resour  more
MIZORAM TO SEAL BORDERS FOR VIOLENCE-FREE ASSY POLLS
Aizawl, Oct 25 (UNI) The Mizoram Government today decided to seal its inter-state and international borders for a peaceful November 29 Assembly election, free from the involvement of underground elements. The decision was taken in a meeting of security and election officials, headed by Chief Secretary Haukhum Hauzel here. The meeting agreed that the Central Para-military Forces (CPMF) personnel would man the borders to prevent militants' entry into the state. The meeting told the CPMFs   more
MND-C MPS PATROL NARHWAN WITH IP PARTNERS
FORWARD OPERATING BASE HAMMER, Iraq, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Soldiers of the 988th Military Police Company, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, performed a joint patrol with the local Iraqi Police in Narhwan Oct. 9. In the five months that the Multi-National Division-Center has been providing security for the Narhwan area, the local Iraqis have come to see the Coalition forces as someone they can trust to keep them secure   more
MORE KIDNEY STONE DISEASE PROJECTED DUE TO GLOBAL WARMING, RESEARCHERS PREDICT
DALLAS, July 14 -- The University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: Global warming is likely to increase the proportion of the population affected by kidney stones by expanding the higher-risk region known as the "kidney-stone belt" into neighboring states, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center and UT Dallas have found. Dehydration is one of the risk factors linked to kidney-stone disease, and the paper suggests global warming will exacerbat  more
MORE THAN 700 FRESHMEN BEGIN THEIR LEADERSHIP JOURNEY
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 14 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The journey toward principled leadership will begin on Saturday, Aug. 16 for the more than 700 freshmen who are expected to report for military training and academic orientation. The Class of 2012 is poised to be the largest freshmen class in 30 years at The Citadel. Lt. Col. John Powell, '77, director of admissions, said it's expected to be one of the strongest classes academically as well with an average SAT sc  more
MPS BEST OF THE BEST FACE OFF APRIL 23
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., March 24 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Army's Military Police Corps' best of the best will compete April 23-25 in the 12th annual Warrior Police Warfighter Team Challenge at Fort Leonard Wood. The Warfighter Competition, dubbed as the ultimate "Iron Soldier" competition by MP Soldiers, is designed to test Soldiers in several areas, including evacuation and training, physical fitness, endurance, leadership, land navigation, weapons disas  more
MULTINATIONAL COALITION TRAINING EXPERIMENT CONDUCTED
ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: The U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command's Simulation and Training Technology Center here, also known as the SFC Paul Ray Smith Simulation & Training Technology Center, the U.S. Army Research Institute for the Social and Behavioral Sciences (also in Orlando) and the U.K. Land Warfare Centre in Warminster, England, conducted a distributed coalition trai  more
NAGA BODIES APPREHEND RESURGENCE OF VIOLENCE
KOHIMA, Oct 25 -- Leaders of Naga civil societies apprehend resurgence of more violence in Nagaland once their patience runs out of control in view of Government of India's "insincerity" in the ongoing peace process. They feel that the existing ceasefire ground rules mechanism hampers the political talk not to speak of absence of an independent ceasefire monitoring mechanism. The observations were made by the leaders of Naga Hoho, a body of various Naga tribes, Naga People's Movement for Human  more
NASA Awards $1.4 Million Grant to Mount Sinai Researcher
NEW YORK, May 6 -- Mount Sinai Medical Center issued the following press release: Avoidance of spatial disorientation, a common experience for pilots and astronauts in-flight, is a critical safety concern. That is why Steven T. Moore, Ph.D., assistant professor in the department of Neurology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, has been awarded a $1.4 million grant for his study named "Galvanic vestibular stimulation (GVS) as an analogue of post-flight sensorimotor dysfunction." The study is be  more
NATIONAL SECURITY REMEDIES AMONG TOPICS AT SURVEILLANCE CONFAB
HOUSTON, Aug. 28 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Presenting new research about national, home and business security systems and measures, a conference established by a University of Houston professor and his colleagues has become the premier forum for the research community when it comes to surveillance. Two professors and two students from UH will be at the fifth annual Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers International Conference on Advanced V  more
NATO BATTLE STAFF TO TRAIN IRAQI ARMY AT KIRKUK REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER
KIRKUK, Iraq, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: In a recent visit to the Iraqi Army Regional Training Center in Kirkuk, NATO Battle Staff members met with Iraqi Army instructors to coordinate a leadership course in the Military Decision Making Process. The IA RTC instructors train other Iraqi Army brigade and battalion leaders. The intent of the course is to make sure the IA staff properly trains their students to train others. It's a concept fam  more
NAVY AND MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY OFFERS MORE SERVICES AT NAS
MILTON, Fla., Jan. 11 -- Naval Air Station Whiting Field issued the following news release: Sailors who are in need of financial assistance should find that help more accessible now that Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) is providing full services locally. Previously, service personnel and family members who required aid had to travel to Naval Air Station Pensacola. Now with five volunteer case workers on the base, that assistance is available here at Naval Air Station Whiting F  more
NAXALITES MARCH TO PROTEST INDO-US NAVAL EXERCISE
Kozhikode, Oct 25 (UNI) The Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) today flayed Congress-led UPA government at the Centre for undertaking a joint naval exercise with the US along the Goa coast. Inaugurating a protest march to West Hill military barracks against the 'Malabar Exercise' party leader P C Unnichekkan said the joint scheme was a calculated move by the government to make the country a US defence partner, a release said. Many party activists, including women, participated in   more
NAXALITES MARCH TO PROTEST INDO-US NAVAL EXERCISE
Kozhikode, Oct 25 (UNI) The Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist) Red Flag today strongly criticised the Congress-led UPA government at the Centre for undertaking a joint naval exercise with the US along the Goa coast. Inaugurating a protest march to West Hill military barracks against the 'Malabar Exercise', party leader P C Unnichekkan the joint scheme was a calculated move by the government to make the country a partner of US defence. Many party activists, including women particip  more
NEW CADET ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR NOW ON BOARD
CHARLESTON, S.C., July 28 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Sberna of Summerville, S.C., has been named director of cadet activities at The Citadel. Sberna has been at The Citadel since 1998 as a tactical officer, a staff member responsible for 1st Battalion. Before coming to The Citadel, he spent 22 years on active duty in the U.S. Air Force. During his military career he was an aviator and navigator, logging 2,200 flying hours in the B-5  more
NEW DIRECTOR NAMED AT CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN DISASTER MANAGEMENT AND HUMANITARIAN ASSISTANCE
HONOLULU, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Pacific Command issued the following press release: Marine Corps Lieutenant General (Ret.) John F. Goodman is the new director of the Center for Excellence in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Assistance (COE). Goodman recently retired from the Marine Corps after 41 years of service. He previously served as the Commanding General of the Marine Forces Pacific (MARFORPAC) from 2005 to 2008. He brings a wealth of experience working in c  more
NEW GI BILL PROVIDES EDUCATION FOR VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: The United States of America is blessed to have the greatest military in the history of the world. As citizens, we owe those who put on our nation's military uniform a tremendous debt of gratitude. It is our responsibility to provide them with more than just recognition for their service: we must also make certain that they have the skills they need to accomplish their next mission once they ret  more
New Imaging Technologies to Take Stage at 6Sight Future of Imaging Conference
JACKSON, Mich., Oct. 14 -- The Photo Marketing Association International issued the following news release: 6Sight Conferences LLC today announced the companies presenting their exciting new imaging technologies to the executive, media, and analyst attendees as part of the 6Sight New Technology Showcase. Senior executives from Apeer, ImageSpan, Scalado, Scrapblog, Tenebraex Corporation, Visan, and Vista Point Technologies, a Flextronics Company, will present a wide range of technologies and p  more
NEW LEGISLATION TO BENEFIT VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES
HARTFORD, Conn., May 23 -- Connecticut State Senate Democrats issued the following news release: As Memorial Day approaches, veterans from across Connecticut joined legislative leaders at a news conference at the State Capitol to detail new laws about to take effect in Connecticut that will help military personnel and their families. Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and the American Legion stood with Senate President Donald E. Williams, Jr. (D-Brooklyn), Speaker of the House J  more
NEWSMAKER PROFILE: MARINE CORPS COL. MEDIO MONTI
SUFFOLK, Va., Sept. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs Command and control (C2) capabilities and technologies allow commanders to make better decisions. When they arrive in theater, it is critical that they are interoperable among the services so that everyone is on the same page. The men and women of U.S. Joint Forces Command's (USJFCOM) Joint Systems Integration Command (JSIC) listen  more
North Carolina GOP: NCGOP Chairman Makes Statement On Presidential Debate
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 16 -- The North Carolina Republican Party issued the following news release: North Carolina Republican Party Chairman Linda Daves released the following statement in response to tonight's presidential debate. "Tonight, Senator McCain showed once more why there is a clear choice for President facing North Carolinians. There is a clear choice between substance and rhetoric; a choice between having a record of producing change and making campaign trail promises; a clear c  more
NORTH LITTLE ROCK CITY COUNCIL ISSUES MINUTES OF APRIL 28 MEETING
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 28 -- The North Little Rock City Council issued the following meeting minutes: The regular meeting of the North Little Rock City Council scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2008, was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by the honorable Mayor PATRICK HENRY HAYS. The roll having been called, and the following Aldermen answered to their names: NEIL BRYANT, DEBI ROSS, LINDA ROBINSON, OLEN THOMAS, CARY GAINES, JOHN PARKER, CHARLIE HIGHT and MURRY WITCHER, a quorum was declared   more
NOTED PROFESSOR TO COLLECT WWII ORAL HISTORIES FROM GRADUATES
CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 15 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Author and professor Jack Bass has been named a Citadel Fellow in the college's Department of History where he will collect oral histories from Citadel graduates who served in the military during World War II. Bass is well known throughout Charleston and the South for his books about the late U.S. Sen. Strom Thurmond and the Orangeburg Massacre during the civil rights era. Bass' oral history project likely will b  more
NOV. 8: EXPLORE CREATION OF BOMB WITH THE MET'S 'DOCTOR ATOMIC'
POTSDAM, N.Y., Oct. 16 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: Through a partnership between SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music and Potsdam's Roxy Theater, The Metropolitan Opera's "The Met: Live in HD" series will continue at the Roxy with the Met premiere of "Doctor Atomic" on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 1 p.m., with an encore showing on Sunday, Nov. 16, at 1 p.m. The Metropolitan Opera's "The Met: Live in HD" series will continue at the Potsdam Roxy   more
NRCC Pulls the Plug on the Taylor Campaign
WACO, Texas, Oct. 17 -- Rep. Chet Edwards, a Democratic Party candidate running for re-election in Texas' 17th Congressional District, issued the following news release: In a devastating blow to the Van Taylor campaign, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has canceled its planned television ad buy of over $1.5 million after conducting a poll in TX-17. The news followed on the heels of the Taylor campaign's October Quarterly Federal Elections Commission (FEC) report which s  more
NSRDEC OFFICER ATTENDS RED TEAM LEADER COURSE
NATICK, Mass., Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Recently, Col. Malcolm Burr, senior operations officer, U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center was selected to attend the University of Foreign Military and Cultural Studies at Fort Leavenworth, Kan. This 18-week course, which came into existence approximately two years ago, is commonly called the "Red Team Leaders Course." The Army'  more
OCT. 17: GUEST PERFORMANCE DOUBLEHEADER AT STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT POTSDAM FEATURING CLARINET, SAX
POTSDAM, N.Y., Oct. 2 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: As part of SUNY Potsdam's Third Annual Potsdam Single Reed Summit, two gala concerts featuring guest performers will take place on Friday, Oct. 17, in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall. Clarinetist André Moisan will perform beginning at 7 p.m. and then the Capitol Saxophone Quartet will take the stage at 8 p.m. Moisan is known for his consummate mastery of the instrument, his impressiv  more
OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY DISTANCE LEARNING MBA PROGRAM RANKS FOURTH NATIONALLY
STILLWATER, Okla., Oct. 22 -- Oklahoma State University's Spears School of Business issued the following news release: As distance learning and online classes become more prevalent, the Spears School of Business Distance Learning programs at Oklahoma State University have moved forward and gained national attention. The Web site GetEducated.com recently ranked the Spears School Master of Business Administration distance learning program fourth nationally. In addition, the Web site ranked t  more
OPERA AT UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA TO PERFORM 'THE TALES OF HOFFMANN' NOV. 7-9
COLUMBIA, S.C., Oct. 21 -- The University of South Carolina issued the following news release: Opera at USC will stage "The Tales of Hoffmann" with its largest cast ever Friday, Nov. 7, and Sunday, Nov. 9, at the University of South Carolina's Longstreet Theatre. Written by Jacques Offenbach and directed by Ellen Douglas Schlaefer, the opera will be performed in French with English supertitles. Dr. Lynn Kompass, assistant professor of voice at the university, is the musical director, and N  more
OPERATIONS CONTINUE AGAINST AL-QAIDA, HATAIB HEZBOLLAH
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Coalition and Iraqi troops hit the al-Qaida and Kataib Hezbollah terrorist groups during operations across the country, officials in Iraq said today. It is a sign of the progress in Iraq that most of the operations were intelligence-driven, officials said. In the Rusafa neighborhood of Bagdad today, coalition forces captured four suspected Kataib Hezbollah terr  more
OREGON ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TO ASSIST IN RESCUE OF CLIMBER ON MT HOOD
SALEM, Ore., Oct. 19 -- The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: At the request of Oregon Emergency Management and Clackamas County Sheriffs office, the Oregon Army National Guard will be launching one Blackhawk Helicopter to make a mountain extraction of one climber who has suffered a head injury on Mt. Hood. He is one of two climbers who had been on the mountain. The second climber is making his way down the mountain. The Blackhawk helicopter from the Oregon Army Na  more
OREGON NATIONAL GUARD FLIGHT FACILITY IN SALEM, ORE. REPORTS MISSION COMPLETE
SALEM, Ore., Oct. 19 -- The Oregon Military Department issued the following news release: The UH60 Blackhawk helicopter from the Oregon Army National Guard Flight Facility in Salem #1, has reported that the injured climber from Hogs Back on Mt Hood has been successfully evacuated to OHSU in Portland, Ore. and they have returned to home station in Salem, Ore.  more
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY ALUMNUS KILLED IN AFGHANISTAN
CORVALLIS, Ore., May 23 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: Jeff Ammon, a 2001 graduate of Oregon State University, was killed earlier this week in military service in Afghanistan. Ammon, of Orem, Utah, was a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. He died May 20 as a result of injuries suffered from an improvised explosive device in the Aband District of Afghanistan, and was serving there as a member of Provincial Reconstruction Team Ghazni, military officials said. Ammo  more
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY'S WIND ENSEMBLE TO PERFORM AT CARNEGIE HALL
CORVALLIS, Ore., May 12 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: The Oregon State University Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Christopher Chapman, will perform at prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York on June 1. This performance is the first time in the band program's 118-year history that an OSU ensemble has performed at Carnegie Hall, according to sources in OSU's Department of Music. The 8:30 p.m. concert on the Perelman Stage of the Stern Auditorium is part  more
OUTSTANDING UPD OFFICER HONORED
ARCATA, Calif., Oct. 1 -- Humboldt State University issued the following press release: Lieutenant Lynne Soderberg, second-in-command at the Humboldt State University Police Department and a new graduate of the exclusive FBI National Academy, will be honored during a special public ceremony in the University's Goodwin Forum, Nelson Hall East, on Thursday, Oct. 2, at noon. UPD's three newest members will be formally sworn in at the same ceremony. They are Sergeant Sandi Bertain, Officer Wil  more
OVER 3,000 IRAQIS GRADUATE INTO THE KIRKUK PROVINCE'S POLICE FORCE
KIRKUK, Iraq, Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Over three thousand Iraqis including 58 females joined the ranks of the Kirkuk province's police force during a graduation ceremony held at the Kirkuk Police Academy, Sept. 23. "This is a historic event for the people of the Kirkuk province," said Maj. Gen. Jamal Thaker Baker, Kirkuk provincial police chief, referring to the unprecedented number of male and female recruits graduating. "This is t  more
PAKISTANI CIVIC ACTIVIST TO SPEAK AT WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY ON CONSTITUTION DAY
MORGANTOWN, W.Va., Sept. 12 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: A Pakistani civic activist will recount events that led to a newly elected president in the U.S.-allied country during a Constitution Day lecture at West Virginia University. Fauzia Kasuri, president of the Women's Wing of the Pakistan Justice Movement, will speak at noon Wednesday, Sept. 17, in the Marlyn E. Lugar Courtroom of the WVU College of Law. Her talk, "Comparative Perspectives - Pakistani L  more
PARENTS' WEEKEND 2008
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 27 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Parents from near and far will travel to Charleston and The Citadel Oct. 10-12 for Parents' Weekend 2008. "Parents' Weekend is an exciting time for everyone in The Citadel family. There is something for everyone to do and we invite the Charleston community to join us for parades and football, or just come visit the campus for an afternoon," said Lt. Col. Robert Sberna, director of cadet activities. The Department   more
PARENTS' WEEKEND SPIRIT NOT DAMPED BY RAIN
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Leaders in the South Carolina Corps of Cadets were honored during Parents' Weekend events on Saturday as hundreds of family and friends of cadets flocked to campus. Saturday morning's military dress parade was in honor of all parents. One of the day's highlights was the ceremony promoting members of the Class of 2012 from cadet recruits to cadet privates. The ceremony marks the end of the cadre military training p  more
PASSPORT FAIRS AT MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE CAMPUSES ON SEPT. 12
MESA, Ariz., April 8 -- Maricopa Community Colleges' Mesa Community College issued the following news release: DATES/TIMES: 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Sept. 12; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20 LOCATIONS: Mesa Community College campuses: Sept. 12 at MCC Red Mountain Campus (Mesquite Bldg., Rm. M213), 7110 E. McKellips Rd.; Sept. 20 at MCC Dobson & Southern Campus, Kirk Student Center, (Building 35), 1833 W. Southern Ave. EVENT: As a community service and in response to incr  more
PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES HOME LOAN PROGRAM FOR MASSACHUSETTS MILITARY VETERANS
BOSTON, July 2 -- The Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency issued the following news release: Governor Deval Patrick announced "A Home for the Brave'' today, a new mortgage program that will offer safe, affordable home loans for Massachusetts veterans. The program will include mortgage insurance that will pay a veteran's monthly mortgage payment for up to six months in the event he or she becomes unemployed or deployed on active duty. Closing cost assistance will be provided through a grant b  more
PATRIOT COMMUNITY BANK TO OFFER MASSHOUSING'S A HOME FOR BRAVE MORTGAGE
BOSTON, Oct. 8 -- The Massachusetts Housing Finance Agency issued the following news release: MassHousing announced today that Patriot Community Bank based in Woburn will offer MassHousing's A Home for the Brave mortgage product for Massachusetts veterans and commit $2 million to the program. A Home for the Brave was developed by MassHousing, the state's affordable housing bank, in consultation with the Veterans Housing Sub-Committee of the Governor's Advisory Committee on Veterans Service  more
PAUL CANTRELL NAMED EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 11 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Paul Cantrell, energy manager at The Citadel, has been named 2008 Citadel employee of the year. Cantrell will be recognized along with other nominees and retiring employees during a reception from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. today (Friday, April 11) in the Regimental Commanders Riverview Room and during today's 3:45 p.m. military dress parade. Andrea Allen of Human Resources is first runner up and tied for second runner  more
PICATINNY PARTICIPATES IN LIBERTY SCIENCE CENTER'S SALUTE TO UNIFORMED HEROES
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Picatinny Arsenal joined area law enforcement agencies and emergency service representatives to participate in a Uniformed Heroes Day at the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City, N.J. recently. The Liberty Science Center hosted the Uniformed Heroes Day to showcase the science behind these different jobs, offer parents the opportunity to guide their children  more
PM SMALL CALIBER AMMO CHANGES MANAGEMENT
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command issued the following magazine article: Management of the Joint Munitions and Lethality Life Cycle Command's Office of the Product Manager for Small Caliber Ammunition changed hands during a ceremony recently. Project Manager for Maneuver Ammunition Systems Chris Grassano welcomed Product Manager for Small Caliber Ammunition Lt. Col. Jeffrey Woods to his new assignment by noting that Woods has "e  more
POLITICAL SCIENCE AND SPANISH LED PETE SOLANO TO WHERE HE IS TODAY
GUNNISON, Colo., Sept. 3 -- Western State College issued the following news release: Without his academic mentors at Western, Pete Solano says he would not be where he is today. Solano graduated from Western in 1995. Where he is now, in Monterrey, Mexico, working as a Foreign Service officer for the U.S. Department of State he says directly relates to his studies at Western. Solano graduated with a double major in Political Science and Spanish. He lives there with his wife Tara, and his t  more
President Bush Releases FY 2009 Budget Request
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 5 -- The School Nutrition Association issued the following news item: On Monday, February 4, 2008, the Bush Administration proposed a $3.1 trillion budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2009. The proposed budget provides additional funding for military spending and for an economic stimulus package - part of an overall spending increase of 6.1% over the FY2008 budget. Spending cuts would be made in a number of domestic programs, with decreases in funding for several health and hum  more
PRESIDENT BUSH SIGNS CODE TALKERS RECOGNITION ACT OF 2008
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The office of Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., issued the following news release: Senator John Thune today announced that President Bush has signed the Code Talkers Recognition Act of 2008 into law, thereby directing the issuance of medals to honor the dedicated and valorous service of Native American code talkers during World War II. "While long overdue, this honor is very well deserved. These code talkers provided secure communications that the Axis powers were never able   more
PRESIDENT BUSH SIGNS NASA REAUTHORIZATION
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The House Science and Technology Committee issued the following news release: The President signed H.R. 6063, to authorize the programs of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The Legislation originated in the House Committee on Science and Technology. Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics Chairman Mark Udall (D-CO) introduced H.R. 6063 on May 15th. The bill passed the Committee on June 4, 2008. A revised version of H.R. 6063 passed the House by   more
PRESIDENT'S LIST HONORS OUTSTANDING CADETS
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 30 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The President's List for the fall 2007 semester has been announced. The President's List is the most distinguished awards list on which a cadet can be placed. It indicates excellence in academics and military duties. The list is a combination of the Dean's List for academic achievement and the Commandant's Distinguished List, which is composed of cadets who contribute the most to their companies and who have excel  more
PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE PLATFORMS: GET THE FACTS BEFORE YOU VOTE
MOBILE, Ala., Sept. 19 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: Make an informed decision on November 4! Hear from the Baldwin County Republican party representative, Dr. Barry Booth and Democratic party representative Dr. James Sears on Sunday, October 12 at 3 p.m. Dr. Booth and Dr. Sears will give the platform for each presidential candidate on a number of issues facing our country. The topics being discussed are the economy, health care, wars in Iraq and Afghanista  more
PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS KEY ISSUES
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Dec. 18 -- Alabama State University issued the following news release: Alabama State University's Center for Leadership and Public Policy has released the results of its 2007 Presidential Preference Survey. The 2007 Presidential Preference Survey was conducted to measure the interest of Alabama voters in the upcoming February Presidential Primaries. The Center for Leadership and Public Policy conducts public surveys in an effort to provide the citizens of Alabama a voice   more
PROFESSOR EXAMINES 'FORGOTTEN' CIVIL WAR FIGURE
ARCATA, Calif., Aug. 29 -- Humboldt State University issued the following press release: Champ Ferguson is such an intriguing Civil War character-guerrilla, slave owner, cold-blooded killer-it's hard to believe he's been nearly forgotten by history. A new book by Professor Thomas Mays, a historian at Humboldt State University, looks to breathe life back into a story that once gripped the nation's attention. "Pick up any textbook on the Civil War and look up Champ Ferguson and he's not ther  more
PROFILE OF THE CLASS OF 2012
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 19 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: With 711 reporting, the Class of 2012 is the largest freshman class to report to The Citadel in 32 years. Freshmen reported for academic orientation and military training on Aug. 16, 2008. "We are pleased with this incoming class and we are looking forward to watching them grow as leaders and members of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets," said Lt. Col. John Powell, '77, director of admissions. The Class of 20  more
PROPERTY TAX LAW AMENDED IN ASSEMBLY
ALBANY, N.Y., July 1 -- Assemblyman Robert Walker, R-Hicksville (15th District), issued the following press release: Assemblyman Rob Walker (R,C,I,WF-Hicksville) announced the passage of legislation (A11493) which amends the real property tax law by broadening 'the definition of veteran for the purposes of the alternative exemption to include certain members of reserve components of the armed forces of the United States'. "All of those who serve our country whether in times of war or peace  more
PUBLIC EDUCATION DEPARTMENT SCHEDULES FIVE HEARINGS ON 12 RULES FOR STANDARDS FOR EXCELLENCE
SANTA FE, N.M., Oct. 16 -- The New Mexico Department of Public Education issued the following news release: The Public Education Department ("Department") has scheduled a series of five public hearings around the state during November and December regarding 12 rule changes that effect the Standards for Excellence and specific subject areas. The public hearings begin in Gallup on November 12, Albuquerque on November 17, Las Cruces on November 24, Roswell on November 25, and concludes in San  more
RECOGNITION DAY ONE OF MOST ANTICIPATED FOR FRESHMEN
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 15 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: It is the most anticipated day of the academic year for freshmen - Recognition Day. An annual rite of spring, sophomores and juniors are anticipating a new academic year and their new leadership positions in the Corps of Cadets. Seniors are simply antsy to get their diplomas and get on with their military careers, graduate school or jobs in the work world. But the knobs are counting the days and minutes until   more
RENEWABLE ENERGY MANDATES FALL UNDER CRITICISM
DALLAS, Sept. 26 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: State requirements that a certain amount of electricity be produced from renewable energy are a bad idea because they exclude other sources better suited to meet the nation's goals, according to an article in the Fall 2008 Issues in Science and Technology. In "A National Renewable Portfolio Standard? Not Practical," Jay Apt, Lester B. Lave, and Sompor Pattanariyankool of Carnegie Mellon University argu  more
RENSSELAER COUNTY TO AGAIN HOST VETERANS BREAKFAST AND MEDAL PRESENTATION CEREMONY
TROY, N.Y., Oct. 20 -- Rensselaer County Executive issued the following press release: County Executive Kathleen M. Jimino has announced Sunday, November 9th as the date of the next Veterans' Appreciation Breakfast and Medals Presentation Ceremony. The breakfast, which is free for veterans and their immediate families, will be held at the Brunswick Elks Lodge #2556 located at 665 Brunswick Road in Eagle Mills, and will run from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. It will be followed by a Medals Presentat  more
REP. ALTMIRE DELIVERS $1.2 MILLION TO ACCIPITER SYSTEMS
WEXFORD, Pa., Oct. 1 -- Rep. Jason Altmire, D-Pa. (4th CD), has issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) presented Accipiter Systems, Inc., with a check for $1.2 million. Accipiter Systems will use the funding to continue its development of a high bandwidth, energy efficient communications system for the U.S. Army. Congressman Altmire secured this funding in the continuing resolution (H.R. 2638) passed by the House on September 24, 2008 and signed into   more
REP. ALTMIRE DELIVERS $1.2 MILLION TO PLEXTRONICS
HARMAR TOWNSHIP, Pa., Oct. 1 -- Rep. Jason Altmire, D-Pa. (4th CD), has issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) presented Plextronics, Inc., with a check for $1.2 million. Plextronics will use the funding to develop flexible and light-weight printed electronics, including printed solar cells, for the U.S. military. Congressman Altmire secured this funding in the continuing resolution (H.R. 2638) passed by the House on September 24, 2008 and signed into  more
REP. ALTMIRE DELIVERS $5.2 MILLION TO II-VI INCORPORATED
SAXONBURG, Pa., Oct. 1 -- Rep. Jason Altmire, D-Pa. (4th CD), has issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) presented II-VI Incorporated with a check for $5.2 million. II-VI will use the funding to produce the materials used in high-powered solid state lasers needed by the Department of Defense. Congressman Altmire secured this funding in the continuing resolution (H.R. 2638) passed by the House on September 24, 2008 and signed into law by the president   more
REP. BOYDA GETS 'A+' FROM VETERANS GROUP
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Rep. Nancy Boyda, D-Kan. (2nd CD), has issued the following news release: The Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) released its Congressional Report Card this morning, ranking Washington legislators on their performance in supporting soldiers and veterans. The bipartisan organization awarded Congresswoman Nancy Boyda (Kansas Second District) an "A+" for her commitment to our troops and veterans. Rep. Boyda said, "I am extremely honored by this distinction.   more
REP. CHILDERS CONTINUES TO STAND UP FOR GUN OWNERS' RIGHTS DESPITE ATTACKS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: This week, Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) has taken various punches from the national media and gun rights opponents, but has continued to stand up for gun owners' rights by supporting his Second Amendment Enforcement Act (H.R. 6691). The bipartisan legislation, which Congressman Childers introduced earlier this summer and is likely to reach the House floor next week, seeks to overturn Was  more
REP. CHILDERS SUPPORTS FUNDING FOR VETERANS, MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
WASHINGTON, Aug. 4 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Funding for the Veterans Administration and military construction projects passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in the House last week, announced Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS). The Congressman was one of 409 members who voted for the Military Construction-VA Appropriations Act of 2009 (H.R. 6599). H.R. 6599 rejects the President's proposal to cut VA construction by nearly $800 milli  more
REP. CHILDERS SUPPORTS LANDMARK HIGHER EDUCATION LEGISLATION
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) today voted in favor of legislation to address the soaring price of college tuition and remove other obstacles that make it difficult for qualified students to go to college. The Higher Education Opportunity Act (H.R. 4137) would reform and strengthen the nation's higher education programs to ensure that they operate in the best interests of students and familie  more
REP. CHILDERS TRAVELS TO MIDDLE EAST, SHOWS CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR TROOPS IN IRAQ
WASHINGTON, June 29 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) traveled to Iraq today as part of a four-day Congressional Delegation in the Middle East. The Congressman will participate in various informative national security briefings and will also meet and thank U.S. troops, including armed services members from Mississippi's First Congressional District. Congressman Childers will return to the district to celebrate the   more
REP. CHILDERS VISITS MINE RESISTANT AMBUSH PROTECTED FACILITY IN IRAQ, TAKES PRIDE IN NORTH MISSISSIPPI-MADE MILITARY EQUIPMENT
WASHINGTON, June 30 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) visited a Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle facility in Iraq on Sunday, June 29, during a Congressional Delegation in the Middle East. The facility included vehicles manufactured in Mississippi's First Congressional District at a factory in West Point. "I was incredibly proud to learn that many of the vehicles at the MRAP facility I visited were   more
REP. CHILDERS VISITS VA CLINIC, HOLDS COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICERS ROUNDTABLE
WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) visited with veterans in Marshall and Lafayette Counties yesterday. He met with Veterans Affairs representatives at Northeast Mississippi Health Care Clinic in Byhalia and held a County Veterans Service Officers (CVSO) roundtable in Oxford to discuss issues important to North Mississippi veterans. "The fine men and women who have served to protect the freedom  more
REP. EDWARDS ATTENDS OPENING OF HOUSING COMPLEX FOR VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES
SILVER SPRING, Md., July 15 -- Rep. Donna Edwards, D-Md., (4th CD) issued the following news release: Congresswoman Donna Edwards (D-MD) attended the opening of a newly refurbished housing complex for veterans and their families for use while they recover from injuries suffered in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Enclave Apartments/Operation Homefront Village will house veterans currently receiving treatment at Walter Reed Medical Center and the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda. Operation H  more
REP. FILNER'S BILL EXTENDS PURPLE HEART TO ALL DECEASED PRISONERS OF WAR!
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following news release: Bob Filner, Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs, announced that the Purple Heart will be presented posthumously to all prisoners of war who die in captivity. The legislation that makes this possible is Filner's bill, the Honor Our Fallen Prisoners of War Act, passed by Congress in 2006. The Department of Defense announced its complete implementation on October 6, 2008. "The law   more
REP. HALL PRESENTS 83 YEAR OLD WWII VETERAN WITH LONG-DELAYED SERVICE MEDALS
PORT JERVIS, N.Y., Oct. 14 -- Rep. John Hall, D-N.Y. (19th CD), has issued the following news release: Today U.S. Rep. John Hall (D-NY19) presented 83 year old World War II veteran Harry Oppelt with a number of service medals that have been delayed since the end of his military service in World War II. Although he applied for his medals immediately after the war, and then again a few years later, it was not until Mr. Oppelt's friends from the Port Jervis Veterans of Foreign Wars contacted the  more
REP. LATTA ANNOUNCES DISTRICT OFFICE LOCATIONS
BOWLING GREEN, Ky., Feb. 25 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio (5th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) today announced the locations of three district offices in the 5th Congressional district. The offices, located in Bowling Green, Defiance, and Norwalk provide constituents with easy access to Congressman Latta and his district staff. "I am excited to announce the opening of my district offices. With three locations throughout the 5th district, I wil  more
REP. LATTA ANNOUNCES U.S. MILITARY SERVICE ACADEMY APPLICATION TIMELINE
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio (5th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) is pleased to announce he is accepting applications for nominations to the United States Military Service Academies. Applications for the 2009 academic year will be accepted for the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point. Candidates   more
REP. LATTA INTRODUCES MILITARY HEALTHCARE BILL
WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Rep. Robert Latta, R-Ohio (5th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) introduced H.R. 6185, the TRICARE Continuity of Coverage for National Guard and Reserve Families Act of 2008, while joined by multiple military Veterans organizations on Capitol hill last week. H.R. 6185 allows retired members of National Guard and reserve units with 20 or more years of faithful and honorable service to purchase healthcare that was available   more
REP. MCCARTHY TO HOLD SERVICE ACADEMY FORUM ON OCT. 25
BAKERSFIELD, Calif., Oct. 22 -- Rep. Kevin McCarthy, D-Calif. (22nd CD), issued the following news release: This Saturday, October 25, 2008, Congressman McCarthy will hold a Service Academy Forum from 2:00 -3:30 p.m. at the Chambers of the Kern County Board of Supervisors in the Kern County Administrative Center, located at 1115 Truxtun Avenue in Bakersfield. Media is invited to attend. What: Service Academy Forum for students in the 22nd Congressional District who are interested in att  more
REP. SHUSTER ANNOUNCES DEFENSE PROJECTS FOR 9TH DISTRICT PROJECTS PASSED BY CONGRESS, SIGNED INTO LAW BY PRESIDENT
WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Rep. Bill Shuster, R-Pa. (9th CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Bill Shuster is pleased to announce that he has been successful in securing $42 million in federal funding for defense and military construction related projects in the 9th district. The legislation that included these projects has been signed into law by President Bush. "The 9th district has long been associated with helping our military keep up with the demands of protecting our nation  more
REP. SOLIS NEWSLETTER OCT. 7: SAVE DATE - VETERANS, MILITARY FAMILIES RESOURCE FAIR, OCT. 25
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Rep. Hilda Solis, D-Calif. (32nd CD), issued the following newsletter: Please join me, along with El Monte's Veterans and Homeless Affairs Commission, on Saturday, Oct. 25th from 10:00am until 2:00pm for the 32nd Congressional District's 5th Annual Veterans & Military Families Resource Fair. Representatives from the VA, the Social Security Administration, and the Internal Revenue Service will be present to provide information about services and benefits available to vete  more
REP. TURNER COMMENDS SECONDARY CARE PROVIDERS
WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Undergoing a serious medical treatment is a stressful and trying time. For our military members, receiving this treatment away from their homes and family members adds an additional burden to their recovery. Within the grounds of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is a compassionate care organization called the Fisher House that provides a temporary home free of charge to service members or militar  more
REP. TURNER LAUDS SEN. VOINOVICH FOR OFFERING AMENDMENT THAT PROTECTS CUSTODY RIGHTS OF MILITARY PARENTS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 11 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Michael R. Turner (OH-03) today thanked Senator George Voinovich (R-OH) for his work in introducing an amendment in the Senate that works to protect the child custody rights of deployed military parents. Congressman Turner has been a lead advocate on the issue in the House of Representatives and authored the companion legislation in the House, H.R. 6048. This child custody legislati  more
REP. TURNER TO VISIT GUANTANAMO BAY, MEET WITH AREA NATIVE IN CHARGE OF DETENTION FACILITY
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Michael R. Turner (OH-03) will visit Guantanamo Bay today as part of a CODEL that will tour the military base and detention facility. While at Guantanamo, Congressman Turner will visit with Army Col. Bruce Vargo, who is Commander of the Joint Detention Group at Guantanamo Bay. Col. Vargo is a native of Huber Heights, Ohio and the son of longtime Huber Heights Councilwoman Jan Vargo.   more
REP. WITTMAN CONGRATULATES FORT A.P. HILL ON AWARD
WASHINGTON, April 16 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following statement: Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement congratulating the men and women serving at Fort A.P. Hill for winning the Army Chief of Staff Communities of Excellence Award for Fiscal Year 2008: "I would like to congratulate Lt. Col. Michael Graese, the staff and all the men and women who serve at Fort A.P. Hill for winning this award. I have had the privilege of visiting Fort A.  more
REP. WITTMAN GAINS SEAT ON HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) released the following statement after receiving word that he had been assigned to the House Armed Services Committee: "I was thrilled to learn today that I was appointed to the House Armed Services Committee (HASC). Republican Leader Boehner promised me a seat on this Committee, and he has honored his commitment. The First Congressional District has a long tradi  more
REP. WITTMAN ISSUES STATEMENT ON FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following statement: Congressman Rob Wittman released the following statement on the Five Year Anniversary of Operation Iraqi Freedom: "Today marks the fifth anniversary of Operation Iraqi Freedom. As we look back on the events of the last five years in Iraq, Americans have reason to be confident that our efforts over the last year have led to major military and political accomplishments and that we are headed in the   more
REP. WITTMAN OFFERS PRAISE TO MEN, WOMEN OF DAHLGREN FOR RECORD-SETTING RAILGUN TEST
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA) today praised the men and women of Dahlgren for their record-setting railgun test conducted at the Naval Surface Warfare Center on Thursday. "I would like to congratulate the United States Navy on their record-setting railgun test. This project has enormous potential for the future of naval warfare. The men and women who are involved in the development of this groun  more
REP. WITTMAN SUPPORTS DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION PASSAGE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman voted today in favor of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009, S.3001, which passed the House by a vote of 392 to 39 and reconciles the House and Senate versions of the annual defense authorization bills. "The National Defense Authorization Act provides our men and women in uniform with the tools and training they need to accomplish th  more
REP. WITTMAN SUPPORTS VETERANS, MILITARY CONSTRUCTION
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Rob Wittman voted today in support of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act for FY2009. The bill, H.R. 6599, contains funding for the Veterans Administration, veterans health care and construction of military facilities. H.R. 6599 contains $40.8 billion for the Veterans Health Administration to provide medical care for veterans. It also appropriates anothe  more
ROTC AWARDS HONOR ACADEMIC, MILITARY ACHIEVEMENT
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 17 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Each year The Citadel's ROTC departments nominate their finest cadets and active duty students from the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force detachments for awards recognizing scholastic and military excellence. This year's award recipients were honored on Thursday, April 17, 2008 in McAlister Field House. USAA Spirit Award The USAA Spirit Award recognizes Army and Air Force cadets at each unit that best di  more
ROTC BRANCHES AT OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY TO UNDERGO ANNUAL JOINT SERVICE REVIEW
CORVALLIS, Ore., April 24 -- Oregon State University issued the following news release: The four ROTC branches at Oregon State University will combine on Friday, May 2, for their annual Joint Service Review. The event begins at 11 a.m. with a parade in the Memorial Union quad. It is free and open to the public. Lt. General Robert L. Van Antwerp, who serves as the U.S. Army Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will be this year's guest speaker an  more
RUSSIAN EXPERT TO GIVE GREATER ISSUES ADDRESS
CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 18 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Retired U.S. Army Col. David M. Glantz, a distinguished military historian of the Soviet Union and the modern Slavic world, will give a Greater Issues address at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 30, in McAlister Field House on The Citadel campus. The talk, entitled "Russia Resurgent," is free and open to the public. In addition, a panel discussion with Glantz will take place from 3-4:30 p.m. in Bond Hall, Room 165. Servin  more
SABYASACHI CLOSES LFW WITH 'BRIDAL SUTRA' COLLECTION
Mumbai, Oct 25 (UNI) India's new fashion ambassador Sabyasachi Mukherjee closed the week-long Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) with his '' Bridal Sutra'', at the National Centre for the Performing Art (NCPA) here. The designer did not disappoint the fashion fraternity with his opulent traditional wedding atire. Retaining the basic styling and cut of the dresses, Sabyasachi focussed his energy on the details -- rich embroideries on sherwanis, earthy toned shawls and colourful headgears for the men. Fo  more
SALTY TALES OF PROVINCETOWN HISTORY AT SALT POND VISITOR CENTER
WELLFLEET, Mass., Sept. 9 -- The National Park Service's Cape Cod National Seashore issued the following press release: Most people wouldn't suspect that the tiny fishing village at the tip of Cape Cod was fortified during the Civil War. Come hear about "Fort Useless", "Fort Ridiculous," and other fascinating landmarks in Provincetown's forgotten military past in Salty Tales of Provincetown's Naval History. On Tuesday, September 16, at 6:30 PM, join park ranger Patrick Bird for this one-hour   more
Schaffer Exposes Boulder Liberal Udall's Hypocrisy
PARKER, Colo., July 14 -- Former U.S. Rep. Bob Schaeffer, R-Colo., the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: U.S. Senate Candidate Bob Schaffer exposed the hypocrisy of Congressman Mark Udall's (D-CO) record concerning the war in Iraq today at a debate in Parker sponsored by the Southeast Business Partnership and moderated by Channel 9's Adam Schrager. "Boulder Liberal Mark Udall continues to hide from his votes on both the war and energy," sa  more
SCHEDULE OF COMMENCEMENT WEEK ACTIVITIES
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 23 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Commencement week at The Citadel is the culmination of years of academic work by cadets and evening undergraduate and graduate students. To mark the occasion, four days of events are planned, beginning May 1 and culminating with commencement exercises May 3 and 4. Information about Commencement Week 2008 will be added as it becomes available. Please note events, particularly outdoor events affected by the weathe  more
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS HALL OF FAME INDUCTING THREE
CHARLESTON, S.C., April 7 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel School of Business Administration on Thursday, April 10, 2008, will induct three new members into its Business Hall of Fame and honor a fourth with the Alvah H. Chapman Jr. Distinguished Leadership Award. The annual School of Business Hall of Fame banquet and awards presentation begins with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and the awards program at 8 p.m. at the Holliday Alumni Center, 69 Ha  more
SECRETARY CHAPMAN STANDS UP TO FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
MONTGOMERY, Ala., Oct. 16 -- The Alabama Secretary of State issued the following news release: Secretary of State Beth Chapman sent a letter to the Department of Justice today saying she will not allow her state to enter into another consent decree holding Alabama hostage for the sins of the past. On October 14th, Sec. Chapman received a letter from the Justice Department threatening to sue her and the State of Alabama if she did not agree to, in effect, enter a guilty plea for her predece  more
SECRETARY OF MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENT WILSON TESTIFIES ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following testimony from a committee hearing: Chairman Boxer and honorable members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to share Maryland's perspective on environmental remediation at existing and former Department of Defense ("DoD") installations in our State. As many of you may know, the Department of Defense has a significant and growing presence in Maryland. By way of background, there are 24   more
SECRETARY OF STATE BOWEN ANNOUNCES VOTE-BY-MAIL BALLOTS AVAILABLE FOR NOVEMBER GENERAL ELECTION
SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 6 -- The California Secretary of State issued the following news release: Voting by mail begins today as elections officials start mailing ballots to millions of Californians for the November 4, 2008, General Election, Secretary of State Debra Bowen announced today. The number of Californians who vote by mail has swelled in recent years. In the November 2000 General Election, approximately 24% of the 11.1 million ballots were cast by mail rather than at polling pla  more
SECRETARY OF STATE JOHNSON RETURNS FROM MILITARY OVERSEAS VOTING SUMMIT
HELENA, Mont., Sept. 17 -- The Montana Secretary of State issued the following news release: Secretary of State Brad Johnson returned today from a summit to make voting easier for military and overseas voters. Organized by the Pew Charitable Trusts, the summit was held in Washington, D.C. on September 16. Johnson said, "At a time when uniformed service members are risking their lives to defend our right to vote, it's our duty to defend theirs. My office is constantly seeking new ways to en  more
SECRETARY OF STATE RICE ADDRESSES U.S.-RUSSIA RELATIONS AT GERMAN MARSHALL FUND
TIRANA, Albania, Sept. 18 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following speech: Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice Addresses U.S.-Russia Relations At The German Marshall Fund: SECRETARY RICE: Thank you very much, Craig. Thank you for that kind introduction. I would like to thank Senator Bennett for being here, as well as members of Congress and members of the German Marshall Fund Board. I want to thank everyone at the Fund for inviting me to speak today. The German Marshall Fund is an indispen  more
SEN. AKAKA VOWS TO CONTINUE FIGHTING FOR FILIPINO WORLD WAR II VETERANS EQUITY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Daniel K. Akaka (D-HI), Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee, issued a statement today regarding legislation to provide recognition to Filipino World War II veterans who served under U.S. military command. Akaka vowed to renew his advocacy in the new Congress next year after efforts to bring the legislation to final passage last week was obstructed in the Senate. Chairman Aka  more
SEN. BAUCUS ISSUES STATEMENT REGARDING CAYMAN ISLANDS AND OFFSHORE TAX ISSUES
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Senate Finance Committee issued the following statement from a committee hearing: The American poet Ella Wheeler Wilcox wrote: "Feast, and your halls are crowded; Fast, and the world goes by." Today, we will take a look at some ostensibly crowded halls: those of the Ugland House in the Cayman Islands. That's the remarkable five-story building that the GAO tells us has some 18,857 tenants. Today, we'll examine whether many of those tenants are feasting at American  more
SEN. BUNNING ANNOUNCES $3 MILLION FEDERAL GRANT TO ASSIST CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS IMPACTED BY BRAC
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The office of Sen. Jim Bunning, R-Ky., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Jim Bunning today announced that the United States Department of Labor (DOL) has awarded a $3 million grant to the Kentucky Education Cabinet to assist more than 5,000 civilian employees and private contractors who have been affected by the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) actions at Fort Knox and Armed Forces Reserve Centers around the Commonwealth. $1.5 million in funding will be  more
SEN. HELSINKI COMMISSION CONDEMNS POISONING ATTEMPT OF RUSSIAN HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER KARINNA MOSKALENKO
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe issued the following news release: Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) and Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD), Co-Chairmen of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (U.S. Helsinki Commission), issued the following statement on the discovery of toxic mercury pellets found in the car of Karinna Moskalenko, a prominent Russian human rights attorney. "We are extremely concerned for the safety and well-bei  more
SEN. LAUTENBERG ISSUES STATEMENT ON 'OVERSIGHT HEARING ON CLEANUP EFFORTS AT FEDERAL FACILITIES' BEFORE SENATE PANEL
WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following opening statement at a committee hearing: Madame Chairman, I want to thank you for calling this hearing but frankly, I am disappointed that it is necessary. The EPA issued an order to the Pentagon: clean up the Superfund sites where the Defense Department's work had put people and the environment in jeopardy. The EPA was forced to take this action after the Pentagon refused to reach an agreement  more
SEN. OBAMA VICTORY WOULD MEAN SIGNIFICANT CHANGES FOR CUBA, LATINOS LIVING IN U.S., SAYS UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO CARIBBEAN STUDIES CHAIRMAN EISENHOWER
BUFFALO, N.Y., Oct. 21 -- The University at Buffalo issued the following press release: Electing Barack Obama president could significantly change the balance of power in Cuba and among Latinos in the U.S. because Cuba would be forced to deal with the first American administration in decades poised to strengthen ties with the country's military government, the director of the University at Buffalo's Caribbean Studies Program said today. "For the first time since President Eisenhower, the C  more
SEN. STEVENS' FUNDING PROVISIONS FOR ALASKA MILITARY MODERNIZATION SIGNED INTO LAW
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The office of Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: Last night the President signed into law the Continuing Resolution, which contained several provisions authored by Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska). Senator Stevens was able to secure funding in the legislation for projects, which will help modernize and ensure the readiness of Alaskan military units and facilities. "Our troops face new threats every day, and the tools they need to counter thes  more
SEN. WICKER ANNOUNCES $37 MILLION FOR MISSISSIPPI MILITARY INSTALLATIONS
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: The Senate Appropriations Committee has approved the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs spending bill, legislation that includes $37 million for Mississippi's military bases, $22 million of which was secured by U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker. The bill will now be submitted to the full Senate for consideration. "Military installations across our state play an important role in helping defend   more
SEN. WICKER APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF BILL TO FUND TROOPS, EXPAND G.I. BENEFITS
WASHINGTON, June 27 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today released the following statement after the Senate voted last night in support of a supplemental spending bill that provides needed funding for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan as well as an increase in G.I. benefits for members of our military: "This legislation provides important and much-needed funding for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Our   more
SEN. WICKER APPLAUDS WEST POINT'S MILESTONE
WASHINGTON, Sept. 10 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today applauded the announcement that the Navistar Defense facility in West Point has delivered its 5,000th mine resistant vehicle to the U.S. military. "This is an important day for Mississippi's economy and an even more important day for our nation's military," Sen. Wicker said. "Every day in West Point, Mississippians go to work and assemble vehicles t  more
SEN. WICKER DISCUSSES SHIPBUILDING WITH NAVY'S TOP ADMIRAL
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today met with the Navy's top admiral to discuss the Navy's shipbuilding priorities. During a meeting at the U.S. Capitol, Wicker and Admiral Gary Roughead, Chief of Naval Operations, discussed the Navy's 30-year shipbuilding plan and the important role the Gulf Coast will play in ensuring the U.S. Navy remain  more
SEN. WICKER ISSUES STATEMENT ON D-DAY ANNIVERSARY
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following statement: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following statement on June 6, 2008, the 64th anniversary of D-Day: "Sixty-four years ago today, thousands of American soldiers stormed the beaches of Normandy, part of a coalition of allied forces that would go on to liberate Europe and end the evil of Hitler's Nazi regime. "The brave Americans who participated in the D-Day invasion of Normandy   more
SEN. WICKER ISSUES STATEMENT ON MEMORIAL DAY
WASHINGTON, May 23 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following statement: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement ahead of Memorial Day, which will be observed on Monday, May 26: "On Memorial Day, we honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who have fought for our country and given their lives to protect and defend the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. Mississippi has a strong tradition of supporting our military, with many of ou  more
SEN. WICKER LANDS SOUGHT-AFTER COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) has landed seats on three key Senate committees that will allow him to maximize his efforts to bolster Mississippi's economy and improve the lives of people across the state. It was announced Thursday that he will serve on the Armed Services Committee, the Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee and the Veterans' Affairs Committee. Wicker said hi  more
SEN. WICKER LAUDS BRIDGE MISSION ANNOUNCEMENT FOR KEY FIELD
WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: Today's announcement that the Air Force and Mississippi Air National Guard have agreed on a bridge mission at Key Field is great news for our nation and for Meridian, U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker said. Wicker, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, had been actively working to help secure a bridge mission. "I am grateful to the Air Force and Air National Guard leadership for recognizing  more
SEN. WICKER NOTES KEY INITIATIVES IN PRESIDENT'S FINAL YEAR AGENDA
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: President Bush gave his final State of the Union address last week in which he outlined a wide range of domestic and foreign policy objectives on the agenda for his last year in office. I hope Congress will look for ways to work in a bipartisan manner on the issues he has advanced. Chief among our priorities will be an effort to keep America's economy strong. The President and Congressional leaders  more
SEN. WICKER QUESTIONS TOP MILITARY OFFICIALS ABOUT SHIPBUILDING PLANS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing today, Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) discussed the Navy's future budget and shipbuilding plans with two of the Navy's top officials and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Senator Wicker posed several questions to Donald Winter, the Secretary of the Navy, and Admiral Gary Roughead, Chief of Naval Operations, regarding the Navy's future shipbu  more
SEN. WICKER RESPONDS TO TESTIMONY FROM GEN. PETRAEUS, AMBASSADOR CROCKER
WASHINGTON, April 8 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: Following testimony today about conditions in Iraq by General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker before the Senate Armed Services Committee, Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), a member of the committee, released the following statement: "I appreciate the honest assessment given today by General Petraeus and Ambassador Crocker about the situation on the ground in Iraq. The two of them -   more
SEN. WICKER SAYS IRAQ PROGRESS BEING ACKNOWLEDGED
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: A confirmation hearing last week for Generals David Petraeus and Raymond Odierno gave members of the Senate Armed Services Committee the chance to receive an encouraging update on the situation in Iraq. After hearing the generals' testimony, Senator Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, my colleague who also serves on the committee, called the progress in Iraq "nothing short of thrilling." In a marked cont  more
SEN. WICKER SUPPORTS LEGISLATION TO STRENGTHEN G.I. BENEFITS
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: Saying an increase in G.I. benefits is needed, U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) is an original cosponsor of legislation that enhances the existing Montgomery G.I. Bill by improving education benefits for service members, veterans and members of the Guard and Reserve. The Enhancement of Recruitment, Retention, and Readjustment through Education Act will help more military personnel attend colle  more
SENATE APPROVES HOUSING LEGISLATION WITH WICKER-SPONSORED GO ZONE PROVISION
WASHINGTON, July 11 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: The U.S. Senate today approved the Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, housing assistance legislation that included a provision offered by Sen. Roger Wicker that will help rebuilding efforts along the Gulf Coast by extending tax incentives included in the GO Zone Act of 2005. "This legislation is good news for Mississippians having problems keeping up with their mortgage payments. The measur  more
SENATE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE APPROVES '09 DEFENSE BILL WITH IMPORTANT MISSISSIPPI PROJECTS
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today announced several Mississippi defense-related projects were approved when the committee unanimously passed the National Defense Authorization bill for Fiscal Year 2009. The bill authorizes funding for the Department of Defense and the national security programs of the Department of Energy. "Mississippians  more
SENATE PASSES BILL TO PROTECT VOTING RIGHTS OF TROOPS SERVING OVERSEAS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The office of Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: The United States Senate last night passed a bipartisan bill cosponsored by Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) that would protect the voting rights of American service members serving overseas. "While brave Americans are overseas serving their country, they don't have the ease of access that we do to exercise their right to vote," said Senator Stevens. "I'm proud to cosponsor this legislation tha  more
Senator Hutchison Visits Alaska to Stump for Ted Stevens
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Oct. 22 -- Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, who is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), a key member of Republican Leadership in the Senate, has concluded her trip to Alaska in support of Ted Stevens and his campaign. Her visit included a stop in Anchorage where she met with Alaskans to discuss important issues and to encourage voters to re-elect Ted Stevens for the good of the state and the n  more
Senator Stevens Addresses Supporters at Campaign Rally
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Aug. 4 -- Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, who is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: For photos of the event, click here,http://www.flickr.com/search/?w=28250313%40N03&q=rally&m=tags and for audio, click here http://audatube.com/playclip.php?clip=1929 Senator Ted Stevens returned to Anchorage this morning and spoke to a large crowd of supporters at a rally in his campaign headquarters. The Senator's remarks, as prepared for   more
Senator Stevens Does More than a Rookie Senator Could in a Year
ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Ted Stevens, R-Alaska, who is seeking re-election to the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: In the last two weeks Senator Ted Stevens has continued his fight for Alaska, delivering a variety of bills and funding programs that positively impact Alaska families across the state. The Senator has put in many early mornings and late nights working with his Republican and Democrat Senate colleagues to ensure that Alaskans' needs are met and wa  more
SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP: AIR FORCE ROTC
CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 20 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: When he graduated from The Citadel in 1983 as an Air Force ROTC distinguished graduate, Col. Doug Fehrmann never guessed he'd be back on campus 24 years later as the Air Force ROTC professor of Aerospace Studies. A native of Charleston, Col. Fehrmann has spent his 20 plus years of service all over the world, most recently as the vice commander of an Air Expeditionary Wing supporting operations throughout Southwest  more
SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP: PROVOST LOOKS BACK ON FIRST 100 DAYS
CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 7 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: This in the seventh in an occasional series highlighting the unique educational environment at The Citadel. "Service and Leadership" will profile people and events that exemplify "The Citadel Experience," its leadership laboratory and the college's mission of achieving excellence in the education of principled leaders. Sam Hines came to The Citadel after 33 years at the in-town rival the College of Charleston. He s  more
SIMPSONVILLE CADET RECEIVES TOP ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 3 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Cadet Steven Joseph Fulmer of Simpsonville, S.C., is the 2007 recipient of the prestigious Col. Loring K. Himelright Scholarship presented by The Citadel School of Engineering during Homecoming festivities. Fulmer, a civil engineering major, was lauded for his exemplary academic record - he has earned Gold Stars four times and Dean's List recognition twice. Fulmer, a graduate of Hillcrest High School, is current  more
SIXTY SEASONS AND BEYOND...2008-2009 JSU THEATRE SEASON OFFERS VARIETY, QUALITY
JACKSONVILLE, Ala., Sept. 22 -- Jacksonville State University issued the following news release: Since the first Masque and Wig Guild production of You Can't Take it With You in 1947, Jacksonville State University's Drama Department seeks to produce varied, high-quality student productions. This year, the tradition will continue with two Pulitzer Prize winners: Fences, a drama by August Wilson; and Neil Simon's comic drama Lost in Yonkers, which will be an Alpha Psi Omega Student Scholars  more
SMALL BUSINESS CLASS: WRITING A BUSINESS PLAN
FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo., Jan. 28 -- Fort Leonard Wood issued the following news release: The Fort Leonard Wood ACAP Center will sponsor a Small Business Class: Writing a Business Plan on March 28, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in building 470, room 2221. Free to military and dependents. The cost is $30 for all others. Call the ACAP Center to reserve a seat at (573) 596-0175, or e-mail ACAP.Leonardwood@Serco-na.com.  more
Southeastern Announces $3.5 Million Bequest, Largest In University History
HAMMOND, La., Oct. 19 -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news release: A bequest of more than $3.5 million to Southeastern Louisiana University - the largest ever made to the institution -- was announced by university officials at ceremonies on campus this Homecoming weekend. The gift from the estate of the late Joyce Capron Junghans, originally of Bogalusa, will be used to support academics, including student scholarships, said John L. Crain, interim president. "  more
SPRING 2008 GOLD STAR, DEAN'S LIST STUDENTS NAMED
CHARLESTON, S.C., May 16 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: At the end of the spring 2008 semester cadets and active duty military students were honored for their outstanding academic achievement with placement on the Dean's List and the receipt of Gold Stars. Dean's List recognition is given to those students registered for 12 or more semester hours whose grade point ratio is 3.2 or higher with no grade below a C for the previous semester's work. Cadets with a single as  more
SPRING LIBRARY FRIENDS FEATURES GARDENS AND HISTORY
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 7 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel's Daniel Library Friends' spring book and lecture series begins Jan. 15 with a look at Franklin D. Roosevelt's role during World War II. The spring semester series features many topics sure to please a variety of interests. The Daniel Library Friends' book and lecture series was created in 1996. It is responsible for bringing many noted authors and lecturers to the Military College of South Carolina and  more
SPRING PRESIDENT'S LIST CADETS ANNOUNCED
CHARLESTON, S.C., June 10 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The President's List for the spring 2008 semester has been announced. The President's List is the most distinguished awards list on which a cadet can be placed. It indicates excellence in academics and military duties. The list is a combination of the Dean's List for academic achievement and the Commandant's Distinguished List, which is composed of cadets who contribute the most to their companies and who have exc  more
STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON AFGHANISTAN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Intelligence and Research Electronic Affairs Publication Office issued the following Background Note: PROFILE OFFICIAL NAME: Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Geography Area: 647,500 sq. km. (249,935 sq. mi.); slightly smaller than Texas. Cities: Capital-Kabul (1,780,000; 1999/2000 UN est.). Other cities (1988 UN est.; current figures are probably significantly higher)-Kandahar (226,000); Herat (177,000); Mazar-e-Shari  more
STATE FAIR TO HONOR MILITARY FAMILIES, OCT. 22
RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 6 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Ecosystem Enhancement Program issued the following news release: The N.C. State Fair will host Military Appreciation Day on Wednesday, Oct. 22, to honor members of the U.S. armed forces for their service and to showcase music by military bands. Active duty, reserve and National Guard service members or spouses with valid military ID will be admitted free along with four guests. "This is the thir  more
STATE PARKS OFFER DISCOUNTS TO ACTIVE, RETIRED MILITARY, VETERANS
FRANKFORT, Ky., Oct. 13 -- The Kentucky Department of Parks issued the following news release: Active and retired members of the military and veterans can take advantage of discount rates with the Kentucky State Parks "USA Military Pass" program from Nov. 2, 2008 to March 31, 2009. The program is available to those on active military duty, retired members of the military, veterans, members of the National Guard and reservists. Proof of military service is required at check-in. "We're ve  more
Statement on Crisis in Georgia
DENVER, Colo., Aug. 11 -- Former U.S. Rep. Bob Schaeffer, R-Colo., the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, issued the following campaign news release: Statement from Bob Schaffer: Russia's recent invasion of its neighbor - the sovereign nation of Georgia - in a brutal act of war and aggression is unjustified, illegal, and intolerable. I condemn Russia's action in the strongest terms. I condemn Russian leader Vladimir Putin's attempt to start violently reconstituting the defunct Russi  more
STUDENT VET HAILS IMPROVED G.I. SERVICES
ARCATA, Calif., Aug. 28 -- Humboldt State University issued the following press release: Iraq combat veteran and third-year Humboldt State student Travis Holt says the most important element of the University's expanded program for veterans is its emphasis on the often difficult transition from military to civilian life. Speaking at the inauguration ceremonies of HSU's new Veterans Enrollment and Transition Services (V.E.T.S.) program Aug. 28 , the Humboldt native told the audience of 100,  more
SUSTAINERS MAKE VOTING 'TOO EASY' ACROSS IRAQ
JOINT BASE BALAD, Iraq, Oct. 17 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: People all across the United States are looking forward to elections on Nov. 4. The campaign to register as many eligible voters is also in full swing in the States, as well as right here in Iraq. "Most Soldiers and civilians have access to the Internet all over Iraq so most can go fill out, print and send in the registration forms," said Col. Cheri Provancha, support operations officer for the 3d Su  more
TACKLING THE COST OF HIGHER EDUCATION
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following editorial: Since 1997, tuition and fees at public four year institutions have increased by an average of 4.4 percent annually. Similarly, tuition and fees for private four year institutions increased by an average of 2.9 percent annually. The amount students and families paid for college after grant aid and tax benefits--net price--fell between 1997 and 2001, but has risen rapidly ever since. Between 1992 and 2003, the net   more
TAIWAN: PRESIDENT YING-JEOU, VICE PRESIDENT SIEW MEET REPUBLIC OF GUATEMALA PRESIDENT ÁLVARO COLOM CABALLEROS
TAIPEI, Taiwan, Oct. 8 - The office of the President of Taiwan issued the following news release: President Ma Ying-jeou on the morning of October 8 was joined at the Presidential Office by Vice President Vincent C. Siew in meeting with Republic of Guatemala President Álvaro Colom Caballeros. President Ma, on behalf of the people and government of the ROC, welcomed President Colom on a state visit to participate in the ROC's Double Ten National Day festivities. President Ma said that the  more
TANKER CONTRACT WOULD BENEFIT ENTIRE STATE
WASHINGTON, April 14 -- The office of Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., issued the following column: On February 28, in a decision that had major implications for Mississippi's economy, the Air Force announced it had awarded a $40 billion contract to Northrop Grumman and EADS North America to build 179 aerial refueling tankers. The tankers, which would be assembled in Mobile, Alabama, would create up to 2,000 new jobs on the Gulf Coast, many of which would be filled by Mississippians. Unfortunat  more
TASK FORCE RAMADI ASSISTS IN IRAQI MILESTONE EVENT
CAMP RAMADI, Iraq, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Task Force Ramadi Public Affairs U.S. Joint Forces Command's Task Force Ramadi assisted in an historic ceremony yesterday marking the handover of security responsibility for Al Anbar Province from Multi-National Force-Iraq (MNF-I) to Iraqi authorities. Al Anbar, Iraq's largest and western-most province, is the 11th of 18 provinces reverting to Iraqi control. Borderi  more
TEC AND ESRI COLLABORATE ON GEOSPATIAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 10 -- The Army Engineer Research and Development Center issued the following news release: ERDC-TEC and the Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. (ESRI) signed a cooperative research and development agreement in August to collaborate on the design and construction of innovative prototypes demonstrating the next generation of geospatial technology in U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Battle Command applications. This core research will influence the use of geospati  more
TEENS HEAT UP THEIR SUMMER BY PARTICIPATING IN FIREFIGHTER CAMP
MORGANTOWN, W.Va., June 20 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: More than 50 teens are getting ready to head to the West Virginia 2008 Junior Firefighter Camp, June 22-27, at the State Fire Academy at West Virginia University Jackson's Mill State 4-H Camp, near Weston. The camp, organized by the WVU Fire Service Extension, allows participants, ages 14-17, to undergo classroom and hand-on training to pick up skills needed to become a firefighter. This is the second  more
Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) Publishes Vehicular Antenna Standards
ARLINGTON, Va., May 12 -- The Telecommunications Industry Association issued the following news release: The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), the leader in advocacy, standards development, business development and intelligence for the information and communications technology (ICT) industries, has published TIA-329.2-C, Minimum Standards for Communications Antennas, Vehicular Antennas. TIA-329.2-C specifies methodology to test the ability of digital two-way radio antenna syst  more
TEXAS LEADS THE WAY IN DEVELOPING 21ST CENTURY MILITARY TECHNOLOGY
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The office of Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas, issued the following column: In his first inaugural address, President Ronald Reagan said, "Above all, we must realize that no arsenal, or no weapon in the arsenals of the world, is so formidable as the will and moral courage of free men and women. It is a weapon adversaries in today's world do not have." Though spoken at the height of the Cold War, these words resonate today as our country wages a Global War on Terror a  more
THE CITADEL ANNOUNCES CLASS OF 2008 COMMENCEMENT SPEAKERS
CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 18 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham and College of Charleston President George Benson will deliver the commencement addresses at The Citadel in May. Graham will address the South Carolina Corps of Cadets at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 3. Benson will speak to the graduating class of The Citadel Graduate College at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 4. Around 400 cadets and active duty military personnel and about 230 graduate students are ex  more
THE CITADEL NAMES FINALISTS FOR VICE PRESIDENT POSITION
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 17 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Four finalists have been named for the position of vice president for finance and business affairs at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. The finalists selected by a search committee from among 74 applications are: * Retired Navy Cmdr. Stephen A. Bedard, chief financial officer for the city of Charleston * Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Randall B. Howard, associate vice president of finance and  more
THE CITADEL NAMES NEW CAMPUS POLICE CHIEF
CHARLESTON, S.C., July 29 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel has a new campus chief of police, and three other Public Safety officers have been promoted. William A. "Bill" Fletcher Jr., deputy director of Citadel Public Safety since 2000, replaces Mike Bingham, who retired in February after 14 years in the department. Fletcher directs all law enforcement and security operations, including special investigations, disaster preparedness and recovery, and exec  more
THE FOUR PILLARS: ACADEMICS
CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 17 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: While many of his classmates are enjoying Wednesday afternoon general leave, Cadet Jeremy Webb toils over a lab table covered in wires, screws, circuit boards and power tools. In the midst of this disorder, he combines components to create an electrical device that will map the topography of a riverbed. The project is the last hurdle Webb must overcome before he can earn his degree in electrical engineering, and he p  more
THE FOUR PILLARS: CHARACTER
CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 1 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: According to national statistics published by the U.S. Department of Justice, 20 percent to 25 percent of college women have been victims of sexual assault. Half of both men and women in college have reported being sexually harassed. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, half of all college students regularly binge drink, and this number rises to more than 80 percent for students who are members of  more
THE FOUR PILLARS: MILITARY
CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 24 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: On an autumn morning in 1066, William of Normandy tried desperately to break a line of Saxon warriors at the top of a shallow hill. Against the storm of blades, the Normans quickly fled across the battlefield as the British defenders pursued them-if the battle continued like this, William might not have lived to return to France. And then just in time, the earth rumbled from the troop of Norman knights who crashed in  more
The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake Offers Exclusive Armed Forces Rate
GENEVA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ohio, Oct. 17 -- Delaware North Companies issued the following news release: In recognition of Veterans Day, The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake would like to thank all active military personnel with an exclusive $79 Armed Forces rate during the month of November. "We want to recognize the dedication of each of these outstanding men and women serving in the U.S. military. We're able to show our appreciation by offering them a chance to enjoy a well-deserved getaway," said J  more
THREE SPARTANS BEGIN CAREERS AS ARMY OFFICERS
EAST LANSING, Mich., July 9 -- Michigan State University issued the following press release: The small sign stood unassuming near the entrance of room 103 in the Kellogg Center. While it did its job directing those to the right graduation ceremony, there was no pomp and circumstance surrounding it. This was a different kind of ceremony, one no sign could depict. This was the room, the sign could never explain, where lives will be forever changed. This was the United States Army Reserve Off  more
TOP U.S. COMMANDER IN IRAQ VISITS MEMBERS OF TASK FORCE RAMADI
CAMP RAMADI, Iraq, Sept. 8 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Task Force Ramadi Public Affairs Army Gen. David Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Iraq, visited here this past weekend, taking time to meet with members of U.S. Joint Forces Command's (USJFCOM) Task Force Ramadi. Task Force Ramadi is a tailored task force made up of more than 100 military and civilian personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps forw  more
TURNER PROVISIONS IN FISCAL YEAR 2009 DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL SEEK TO IMPROVE MILITARY SEXUAL ASSAULT PROTECTION PROCEDURES
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following news release: Congressman Michael R. Turner successfully advocated for provisions included in the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that will seek to improve sexual assault protection procedures in the military. Congressman Turner has worked with the Lauterbach family to address this issue following the tragic rape and murder of Marine Lance Corporal Maria Lauterbach. "For months,   more
TWO CARILLON CONCERTS PLANNED AT THE CITADEL
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 14 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Dan Kehoe, carillonneur emeritus of Trinity College in Hartford, Conn., will perform two concerts this month at The Citadel's Thomas Dry Howie Memorial Carillon and Bell Tower. The first concert will be before and after the 3:45 p.m. military dress parade on Friday, Oct. 24. The second will be at 5:45 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25. The latter is part of a fund-raiser for the Trinity College Club of Charleston. The   more
TWO INDUCTED INTO ARLAND D. WILLIAMS SOCIETY
CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 3 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Two men who sacrificed their own safety to help someone else are the latest inductees into the Arland D Williams Society at The Citadel. The Arland D. Williams Society was created in 2000 to recognize Citadel graduates who have distinguished themselves through community service, heroism and bravery. Inductees are honored each year at Homecoming. The society is named for Arland D. Williams, Citadel Class of 1957  more
TWO NEW BATTALION TACTICAL OFFICERS APPOINTED
CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 22 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: The Citadel has added two new battalion tactical officers with significant leadership experience to its ranks. Marine Corps Col. William P. Leek has assumed command of First Battalion. He replaces Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Sberna, who is now director of cadet activities. Regimental Support Battalion is now under the leadership of retired Navy Capt. Lee Cardwell. Regimental Support Battalion was created in 2007 t  more
TWO PRESENTED WITH CITADEL'S PALMETTO MEDALS
CHARLESTON, S.C., March 15 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: A standout on the football field and a man whose engineering legacy spans the nation were honored Saturday, March 15, 2008, with The Citadel's Palmetto Medal. The Palmetto Medal is one of the highest honors the Military College of South Carolina can bestow upon someone. It is presented annually to cadets, faculty, staff or alumni in recognition of exceptional performance that reflects great credit on The Citadel   more
TWO TERRORISTS KILLED, 12 SUSPECTS DETAINED DURING COALITION FORCE OPERATIONS
BAGHDAD, Iraq, Oct. 8 -- The U.S. Army 1st Armored Division issued the following news release: Coalition forces continued to degrade al-Qaeda in Iraq terrorist networks throughout the country Wednesday, killing two terrorists and detaining 12 suspects, including two wanted men. Two terrorists were killed and six suspects were detained during related Coalition force operations in Mosul targeting a suspected AQI foreign terrorist facilitator. As Coalition forces approached the first target,   more
U.S. ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF STATE FOR WESTERN HEMISPHERE AFFAIRS VISITED BOLIVIA TO DISCUSS BILATERAL RELATIONS
LA PAZ, Bolivia, July 18 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: The U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Thomas Shannon and the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) William McGlynn visited Bolivia July 22-24. Both high-ranking U.S. Department of State officers met with President Evo Morales and other members of his cabinet to discuss bilateral relations and cou  more
U.S. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GORDON ENGLAND ISSUES STATEMENT AFTER MEETING WITH MINISTER OF DEFENSE GAZMEND OKETA TIRANA, ALBANIA
TIRANA, Albania, Sept. 30 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: Good morning. It is great to be here in this beautiful country and my many thanks to Minister Oketa and to his beautiful wife for their wonderful hospitality since my wife Dotty and I arrived yesterday. The U.S. and Albania have been strong partners for many years and our countries share a commitment to furthering peace and prosperity across the Balkan region. Today, Albanian military are supporting a nu  more
U.S. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GORDON ENGLAND ISSUES STATEMENT AFTER MEETING WITH PRIME MINISTER SALI BERISHA TIRANA, ALBANIA
TIRANA, Albania, Sept. 30 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: Mr. Prime Minister, I thank you for your hospitality. It is absolutely delightful to be here in Albania with my wife. We are enjoying the hospitality of the country and I thank you very much for the invitation to spend some time with you this morning. The Prime Minister and I had an opportunity to discuss a number of topics, important to both of our countries. We talked about the stability of the region, mil  more
U.S. EMBASSY DONATES MEDICAL EQUIPMENT TO THE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL IN LA PAZ
LA PAZ, Bolivia, July 30 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: As a result of a joint effort by several sections and American employees of the U.S. Embassy in Bolivia, U.S. Ambassador to Bolivia Philip Goldberg handed over to the Children's Hospital (Hospital del Ni�o) a donation of medical equipment that includes a portable electrocardiograph, a pulse oximeter, a defibrillator, a pump for intravenous infusions, and a special table to transport such equipment. "I want   more
U.S. FOREIGN POLICY TAKES CENTER STAGE AT THE CITADEL
CHARLESTON, S.C., Aug. 14 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: Speakers at The Citadel's Daniel Library Friends' fall book and lecture series will address such wide-ranging topics as the gardens of France, Reconstruction in South Carolina, and U.S. foreign policy in Vietnam, Iran, Iraq and Korea. The Library Friends book and lecture series, created in 1996, brings many noted authors and lecturers to The Military College of South Carolina and the Charleston area. All programs  more
U.S. GALAXY C-5 AIRCRAFT TRANSPORTS MEDICAL EQUIPMENT DONATION TO BOLIVIA
LA PAZ, Bolivia, July 21 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: A United States Air Force Galaxy C-5 aircraft transported 53,000 pounds of medical and healthcare equipment, with an estimated value of $47,000, to Bolivia. The equipment was donated unconditionally by U.S.-based NGO Mano a Mano. The Galaxy C-5, the largest military transport aircraft in the United States, made several stops in Latin American countries to deliver humanitarian medical assistance from private U  more
U.S. JOINT FORCES COMMAND TO PARTNER WITH NATO FOR TRAINING EXERCISE
SUFFOLK, Va., Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Joint Forces Command issued the following press release: By Robert Pursell USJFCOM Public Affairs U.S. Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM) and NATO's Allied Command - Transformation (ACT) will partner during a command post exercise (CPX) to support the training of the Afghan National Army (ANA) this fall. The Combined Security Transition Command - Afghanistan (CSTC-A), responsible for the overall training of ANA, requested USJFCOM's  more
U.S. SUPPORT BRINGS GROWTH TO KABUL SCHOOL
TAJWAR SULTANA GIRLS SCHOOL, Kabul, Oct. 19 -- The National Guard issued the following news release: By Spc. Brian Johnson Ohio National Guard Afghan children are benefiting and thriving thanks to sustained efforts by a U.S. task force and a program that is helping to expand and improve their schools. A new addition to a Kabul school was opened over the weekend in a ceremony that included Afghan officials, school faculty, U.S. military officials and local contractors, who completed the  more
U.S., IRAQI OFFICIALS ADDRESS SADR CITY RECONSTRUCTION
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Noting that increasing employment, rebuilding infrastructure and providing basic services are tactics in the war on terror, coalition and Iraqi officials today discussed the pace of civil-military rebuilding in Baghdad's Sadr City district today. Iraqi spokesman Tahseen al-Sheikhly said the government has been putting billions of dinars into reconstructing the Sh  more
U.S., SERBIAN LEADERS DISCUSS NEW WAYS TO COOPERATE
BELGRADE, Serbia, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The military-to-military relationship between the United States and Serbia is growing closer, the top military officers of both countries said here today. Serbian Army Chief of Defense Gen. Zdravko Ponos and Adm. Mike Mullen, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to reporters following their meeting on the relationship. Mullen said the two me  more
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND-EASTERN SHORE CONCERT CHOIR TO HOLD BASKET BINGO TO BENEFIT PERFORMANCE IN HAWAII
PRINCESS ANNE, Md., March 13 -- The University of Maryland-Eastern Shore issued the following news release: After over 150 practices and 25 performances, the University of Maryland Eastern Shore Concert Choir members toting luggage and tickets in hand, boarded a plane bound for the land of pineapples, leis and luaus. For the past decade, students in the choir have culminated a year s worth of hard work and dedication by traveling overseas on tour. Exotic venues such as Barbados; Frankfurt,  more
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA-HELENA AVIATION CLUB TO HOST OPEN HOUSE & HALLOWEEN HAUNTED AIRPLANE
HELENA, Mont., Oct. 6 -- The Helena College of Technology issued the following news release: The Aviation Club, a student organization at the University of Montana-Helena College of Technology, will host a Halloween Haunted Airplane and Open House to showcase the college's Aviation Maintenance Technology program to the community and to raise funds for future endeavors. The open house will include an open hangar featuring all of the training aircraft as well as several training displays. There  more
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA BALDWIN COUNTY HIRES NEW LIBRARIAN, HEAD OF INFORMATION SERVICES
MOBILE, Ala., June 23 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: With extensive training in technology from her 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, Angela Rand has joined the University of South Alabama Baldwin County Campus as the Librarian and Head of Information Services. Rand, a full-time faculty member, will provide all library services to the USA Baldwin County Campus' students, faculty and staff, and is coordinator of technology. "As the Librarian and Head of I  more
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM TO STREAM LIVE GRADUATION VIDEO FROM UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA MITCHELL CENTER
MOBILE, Ala., May 2 -- University of South Alabama issued the following news release: The University of South Alabama and the Mobile County Public School System will share another achievement in their long-term relationship on Saturday, May 3, with live video streaming of the University's Spring Commencement. USA's graduation, which begins at 2 p.m. CDST, will be the first of 16 area high school graduations to be live video streamed from the Mitchell Center during the next several weeks th  more
UNIVERSITY OF TULSA SYMPOSIUM TO FEATURE PROMINENT POLITICAL, MILITARY INTELLIGENCE EXPERTS ON OCT. 20-21
TULSA, Okla., Oct. 14 -- The University of Tulsa issued the following news release: The University of Tulsa will host a symposium October 20 and 21 to explore "Issues in U.S. Intelligence." The featured speakers are two leading scholars who have had significant experience in the intelligence community. The John G. Gammie Triennial Symposium is sponsored by the Beta of Oklahoma chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. Loch K. Johnson, Regents Professor of Public and International Affairs at the Universit  more
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-GREEN BAY CONTINUES AS 'IN DEMAND' INSTITUTION
GREEN BAY, Wis., Sept. 22 -- The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay issued the following news release: The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay grew by more than nearly 200 students at the start of the 2008-09 academic year when compared to 2007-08 figures. Enrollment totals three weeks into the semester show a total student population of 6,263, up from 6,076 a year ago. That total combines 5,478 students taking classes on campus with 785 students enrolled exclusively in Adult Degree and Credi  more
UPCOMING CWF ACTIVITIES
ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 16 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Scrapbooking Crop, Top of the Bay For any seasoned scrapbooker or those who would like to try scrapbooking, come and "Crop Till You Drop." Cost is $22 per person and includes lunch, door prizes and welcome gifts for everyone. Vendors will have items for all scrapbooking needs; optional classes will be offered; and a massage therapist will be available for an optional mass  more
UPCOMING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH EVENTS
ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 16 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Army Community Service will host varied events in October to raise awareness and prevention of domestic violence. "Meet Me at the Gate" was such a huge success in 2007 that Army Community Service representatives will again greet employees and visitors entering Aberdeen Proving Ground and offer domestic violence literature and reference material throughout the month of October. "Hands are not for   more
USACRC LAUNCHES RANGE, WEAPONS SAFETY TOOLBOX
ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 16 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The U.S. Army Combat Readiness/ Safety Center has developed a Range & Weapons Safety Toolbox to help commanders and leaders prevent weapons handling accidents on military ranges. From fiscal year 2000 through the first quarter of FY 2008, 62 Class A through C weapons-handling accidents occurred on military ranges. While many of these accidents resulted in relatively minor injuries with limited ti  more
UTAH STATE FOOTBALL PLAYERS AT VARIOUS BUSINESSES IN LOGAN ON JUNE 21
LOGAN, Utah, June 19 -- Utah State University issued the following news release: Members of Utah State University's football team will be at five different locations in Logan handing out information about the upcoming football season this Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to noon. The Aggies, who open the 2008 season on Saturday, Aug. 30, at UNLV, will be out in front of Albertson's, Smith's, Smith's Marketplace, Home Depot and Sam's Club on Saturday. Players will be available to talk abo  more
VALDEZ CITY COUNCIL ISSUES AGENDA FOR OCT. 20 MEETING
VALDEZ, Alaska, Oct. 20 -- The Valdez City Council issued the following meeting agenda: October 20, 2008 7:00 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL IV. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE TO NEWLY ELECTED MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS V. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO-TEMPORE VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF October 6, 2008 VII. PUBLIC APPEARANCES VIII. PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR IX. CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK/CITY ATTORNEY/MAYOR REPORTS   more
VALDEZ CITY COUNCIL ISSUES PACKET OF OCT. 20 REGULAR MEETING
VALDEZ, Alaska, Oct. 20 -- The Valdez City Council issued the following meeting packet: VALDEZ CITY COUNCIL Valdez City Council Chambers WORK SESSION 4:00 PM State of Alaska Energy Plan 5:30 PM VMHA Annual Meeting REGULAR MEETING 7:00 PM Valdez City Council Chambers AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. ROLL CALL IV. ADMINISTER OATH OF OFFICE TO NEWLY ELECTED MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS V. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO-TEMPORE VI. APP  more
VANDENBERG BEGINS 'YEAR OF LEADERSHIP'
VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif., Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Space Command issued the following press release: By Staff Report 30th Space Wing Public Affairs Under an initiative directed by Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander of the Air Force Space Command, Vandenberg is focusing on the "Year of Leadership." Running from September to August 2009, Vandenberg, along with the rest of the AFSPC, will focus on the critical role leaders play in executing the mission. "Each of us knows le  more
VEHICLE STUDIES DROWSY, DRUNK, DISTRACTED DRIVING
DALLAS, Sept. 3 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: Expect to be noticed if you're wheeling around in the "UTDrive" vehicle. The white SUV is hard to miss. It's emblazoned with the UT Dallas logo and green flames, and fully outfitted with cameras, microphones and other data sensors from bumper to bumper. UTDrive is a transportation research tool helping Electrical Engineering Department head John Hansen understand some of the challenges confronting mo  more
Veterans and Military Families for Progress Endorses John Boccieri
CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 3 -- John Boccieri, a Democratic candidate for Ohio's 16th Congressional District, issued the following news release: The organization Veterans and Military Families for Progress has endorsed John Boccieri's candidacy for Congress in Ohio's 16th Congressional District. "We feel that veterans, active duty, military families, and in fact, all people of Ohio's Sixteenth Congressional District will be well-served with John Boccieri as their representative by ensuring that A  more
VETERANS GROUP GIVES REP. FARR PERFECT GRADE
WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- Rep. Sam Farr, D-Calif. (17th CD), issued the following press release: The nonpartisan Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America Action Fund has given Congressman Sam Farr (D-Carmel) an A+ on its 2008 Congressional Report Card. "I'm honored to represent so many veterans on the Central Coast," said Rep. Farr, who sits on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs. "Our veterans deserve all of our admiration and respect, especiall  more
Veterans Program Participants To Experience Spoleto
CHARLESTON, S.C., June 11 -- Trident Technical College issued the following news release: Participants in Trident Technical College's Veterans Upward Bound pre-college program are planning to attend two Spoleto events: the musical theater production "Monkey: Journey to the West," and "Music in Time," featuring three musical works by composer Anthony Davis. Brian Jerdan, director of Veterans Upward Bound, believes that by arranging for participants to attend these cultural events, they will  more
VIKINGS LOOK TO CHALLENGE LEAGUE HEAVYWEIGHTS
SALEM, Mass., Nov. 12 -- Salem State College issued the following press release: Playing in one the toughest conferences in the nation presents an outstanding challenge for the Viking ice hockey program. Veteran head coach Bill O'Neill has gone on record many times stating, "There's never a night off when we take on an ECAC East or NESCAC opponent. It's always a dog fight." Indeed the Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) East Division and the New England Small College Athletic Con  more
VIRGINIA DELEGATION HONORS LATE REP. DAVIS
WASHINGTON, April 9 -- Rep. Robert Wittman, R-Va., (1st CD), issued the following news release: Today the House passed House Resolution 5489, a resolution to name the U.S. Post Office in Gloucester, VA after the late Rep. Jo Ann Davis (VA-01). The resolution, introduced by Rep. Davis' successor Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), passed by a vote of 397-0. Rep. Davis passed away on October 7, 2007 after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. "Jo Ann was an inspiration to us all. She was a passi  more
VIRTUAL COMMUNITY FOR MILITARY FAMILIES MEETS LIVE IN SAN ANTONIO
SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: SpouseBuzz, a support group that connects military spouses online, held its fifth live conference here over the weekend. SpouseBuzz allows spouses to get advice and find resources that might not be readily available in their surrounding community as part of a growing trend toward online communities and discussion forums that are becoming a staple, especially for  more
VOA NEWS: 8 CIVILIANS KILLED IN INSURGENT ATTACKS IN AFGHANISTAN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: Officials in Afghanistan say eight civilians have been killed since Sunday in separate insurgent attacks. A government official in central Ghazni province says six civilians were killed Monday when their minibus struck a roadside bomb. And, late Sunday, an elderly woman and a child were killed when an insurgent-fired rocket landed on their home in Khost. The militants are believed to have been aiming at a foreign t  more
VOA NEWS: ROCKET EXPLOSION IN BAGHDAD KILLS AT LEAST 15
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: Iraqi security officials say a series of rockets exploded as bomb disposal experts attempted to defuse them, killing at least 15 people and wounding at least 27 others in Baghdad. Police had found the rockets earlier Tuesday in the back of a truck that was believed to have been used by insurgents to launch an attack on a nearby U.S. military base. U.S. officials confirmed that attack. The police say they had called   more
WAR CORRESPONDENT JOSEPH L.GALLOWAY TO SPEAK AT THE CITADEL
CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 17 -- The Citadel issued the following press release: War journalist Joseph L. Galloway, co-author of the New York Times best seller "We Were Soldiers Once - and Young," will visit The Citadel on Wednesday, Oct. 22 to talk about his new book "We Are Soldiers Still: A Journey Back to the Battlefields of Vietnam." Galloway has worked as a senior editor and writer for U.S. News & World Report, as a Washington bureau chief for United Press International, and as senior mi  more
War From The Ground Up
BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 1 -- The Geological Society of America issued the following news release: The connection between geology and the history of the Civil War has fascinated Robert Whisonant since his undergraduate days, and now Whisonant has teamed up with geomorphologist Judy Ehlen, both of Radford University, to take history, military history in particular, a step deeper -- into the geology beneath the soldiers' feet. Whisonant and Ehlen examined the geomorphology of several battlefield  more
WATSON B. DUNCAN MIDDLE STUDENTS THANK VETERANS
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 11 -- The Palm Beach County School District has issued the following news release: Watson B. Duncan Community Middle School is sponsoring its seventh annual Veterans Day program on Thursday morning, November 8, 2007, at 9:45 in the gymnasium. The purpose of this program is to acknowledge and thank veterans and "active duty military personnel" for serving our country. The program will last approximately one hour. The Duncan chorus and band will provide musical se  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. ENGLISH, OCT. 13
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- Rep. Philip English, R-Pa. (3rd CD), issued the following Washington Hotline: This week I spent more time traveling throughout Pennsylvania's 3rd district to meet with local small business owners, community organizations and families. Read on to learn more. Health Insurance for Small Businesses Tuesday, I met with Kevin Shivers, the Pennsylvania State Director for the National Federation of Independent Business, along with local entrepreneurs to discuss new, break  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. FRELINGHUYSEN, OCT 17: REP. FRELINGHUYSEN TAKES PART IN PICATINNY COMMUNITY COVENANT SIGNING
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Rep. Rodney P. Frelinghuysen, R-N.J. (11th CD), issued the following newsletter: Last Friday, Rep. Frelinghuysen took part in an Army Community Covenant Signing at Morris Knolls High School with Picatinny Commanding General, Brigadier General William Phillips. The signing was part of the Arsenal's 2008 Army Soldier Show. The ceremony also honored four Morris County residents for their dedication to those who serve and their families. "I am proud to be a part of the A  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. GOODE, OCT. 8
WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Rep. Virgil H. Goode Jr., I-Va. (5th CD), issued the following newsletter: Congress has adopted legislation that gives the Secretary of the Treasury the right to spend $700 billion to buy up risky mortgages that were made by some companies to persons who did not have the resources to afford them. This unwise practice is one of the root causes of the financial difficulties we are experiencing. I also blame those who repeatedly pushed institutions and lenders to make polit  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. LOFGREN, FEB. 8
WASHINGTON, Feb. 8 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif. (16th CD), issued the following newsletter: Dear Friends: This week, I joined with a vast bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives in passing H.R. 4137, The College Opportunity and Affordability Act. This legislation is the second part of a continuing effort by the new Democratic Congress to make college more affordable and accessible to all qualified students. During the first session of the 110th Congress, the largest increase i  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. LOFGREN, MAY 26
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif. (16th CD), issued the following newsletter: Dear Friends: This Memorial Day, Americans across this great nation will solemnly remember our veterans and those who have fallen in battle. Our nation has an obligation to not only remember our veterans, but to also provide for them when they return home from battle. The record of the New Direction Congress on veterans' issues is truly historic: The largest investment in veterans' health care in t  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. LOFGREN, NOV. 9
WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 -- Rep. Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif. (16th CD), issued the following newsletter: Dear Friends: On Monday, our nation will pause to recognize the more than 24 million veterans in the United States for their patriotic commitment to our country. As we gather to honor these brave men and women with parades and speeches, we must also honor their sacrifice with deeds. This year, the Democratic Congress has made great strides in ensuring that veterans receive the care and support they  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. MORAN, OCT. 13: SELECTION BOARD INTERVIEWS APPLICANTS FOR U.S. SERVICE ACADEMIES
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- Rep. Jerry Moran, R-Kan. (1st CD), issued the following newsletter: Dear Friend, Welcome to "This Week in Congress." I hope you find this newsletter useful. Selection Board Interviews Applicants for the U.S. Service Academies The 2008 First District Service Academy Selection Board met this weekend at the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center in Hutchinson to interview students applying for admission to the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. MORAN, OCT. 13: WREATH LAYING IN MEMORY OF PRESIDENT EISENHOWER
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- Rep. Jerry Moran, R-Kan. (1st CD), issued the following newsletter: On Saturday, I was in Abilene to participate in the annual Presidential Wreath Laying Ceremony on the grounds of the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum. I joined Director Karl Weissenbach and others to lay a wreath in the chapel in memory of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The event was preceded by an all night vigil by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) members and followed by the American Legion P  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. REYES, DEC. 21: HAPPY HOLIDAYS
WASHINGTON, Dec. 21 -- Rep. Silvestre Reyes, D-Texas (16th CD), issued the following newsletter: The holidays are a time for gathering together, spending time with family and friends, and celebrating the spirit of the season. As you know, however, many of our men and women in uniform are spending their holidays far from home defending America, and many military families will be left to celebrate without their loved ones this year. To our brave servicemembers, I wish you a safe holiday a  more
WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. REYES, MAY 30: REP. REYES LEADS DELEGATION TO MIDDLE EAST
WASHINGTON, May 30 -- Rep. Silvestre Reyes, D-Texas (16th CD), issued the following newsletter: Recently, I had the opportunity to lead a congressional delegation to the Middle East to assess military, intelligence, and security issues in the region. I also had privilege of visiting with our troops serving in Iraq during the Memorial Day weekend To read more about my visit to the Middle East, visit: http://wwwc.house.gov/reyes/news_detail.asp?id=1428  more
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES MAY COMMENCEMENT SCHEDULE
MORGANTOWN, W.Va., Sept. 11 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: It may be September, but plans are already under way for West Virginia University's 140th Commencement weekend May 15-17. WVU has announced the ceremony schedule to assist students and families planning for this special event. The University will host a series of individual, personalized ceremonies at one of three venues on the Evansdale Campus: the WVU Coliseum, Creative Arts Center and Student R  more
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY POLICE, COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS TO CONDUCT EMERGENCY PLANNING EXERCISE
MORGANTOWN, W.Va., June 11 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: West Virginia University Police and the College of Business and Economics will conduct an emergency planning exercise Tuesday, June 17. This exercise is one of many to be conducted on the Morgantown campus this summer as part of ongoing, comprehensive emergency planning at WVU. The WVU Alert System (text messaging) will also be tested as part of the exercise to provide University officials an opportun  more
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR OF MILITARY SCIENCE RECEIVES NATIONAL AWARD
MORGANTOWN, W.Va., June 17 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: A West Virginia University professor of military science has been recognized as one of the best in the country. WVU Army ROTC Commander Lt. Col. Daniel Albert was recently awarded a U.S. Army Cadet Command Incentive Award for excellence and named the 2008 Cadet Command's Professor of Military Science of the Year. U.S. Army Cadet Command, the parent organization of the Army ROTC program, presents th  more
What Would an Obama or McCain Administration Do?
ATLANTA, Oct. 9 -- Emory University issued the following news release: The fallout from a mortgage meltdown and credit crunch that has already toppled some Wall Street titans has added urgency to the high-stakes showdown between U.S. Senators Barack Obama and John McCain. Despite that, in their debates on Oct. 7 and Sept. 26, the presidential candidates spent some time sparring about proposals to bail out the struggling financial market and touched on budget issues moving forward, but offe  more
WHAT WOULD AN SENS. OBAMA OR MCCAIN ADMINISTRATION DO?
ATLANTA, Oct. 9 -- Emory University issued the following news release: The fallout from a mortgage meltdown and credit crunch that has already toppled some Wall Street titans has added urgency to the high-stakes showdown between U.S. Senators Barack Obama and John McCain. Despite that, in their debates on Oct. 7 and Sept. 26, the presidential candidates spent some time sparring about proposals to bail out the struggling financial market and touched on budget issues moving forward, but offe  more
WILL THERE BE A 'MOTHER OF ALL BATTLES' FOR KILINOCHCHI?
Colombo, Oct. 25 -- A combination of four factors namely weather, tiger resistance, Indian concern and the Governments professed commitment for civilian safety has served to circumscribe Colombo's intention of waging an all - out war to take Kilinochchi.There was a moment when it could have done so. Colombo failed to seize the moment. That moment has now seemingly passed. At the moment the long awaited mother of all battles for Kilinochchi taking place seems a remote possibility. Even the antici  more
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
CAMP ARIFJAN, Kuwait, Oct. 17 -- U.S. Third Army Central issued the following news release: By Spc. Elayseah Woodard-Hinton Desert Voice Staff Writer 20TH Public Affairs Detachment/U.S. Army Central The Lady Patriots women's basketball team, of Camp Patriot, Kuwait, played the Kuwait National Women's team in the Zone 1 Gym at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Oct. 17. The game, arranged by Host Nation Affairs, Area Support Group-Kuwait, was a way to continue to build upon relations between the U.  more
WYOMING AIR GUARD DEDICATES NEW BUILDINGS
CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 2 -- The Wyoming Military Department issued the following news release: The Wyoming Air National Guard will cut the ribbon and celebrate the construction of its Crash, Fire, Rescue House and the McCue Building at the Wyoming Air National Guard Base, in Cheyenne, at 10 a.m., Oct. 4. This $4.2 million Crash, Fire and Rescue House renovation provides a modern and comprehensive facility for the Wyoming Air National Guard fire fighters. It allows all the fire equipment to b  more
WYOMING AIR NATIONAL GUARD CONTRACTS TRENCH WORK FOR MYLAR PARK
CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 17 -- The Wyoming Military Department issued the following news release: Beginning the week of Oct. 20, an interception trench will be constructed at Mylar Park as part of the Wyoming Air National Guard's continuing efforts to mitigate underground contamination and ensure any affected groundwater remains out of Dry Creek. During the construction project, Mylar Park's parking area and a portion of the park will be unavailable. The rest of the park and the Cheyenne Green  more
WYOMING AIR NATIONAL GUARD FAMILY READINESS VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE AWARDS
CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 5 -- The Wyoming Military Department issued the following news release: Several Wyoming Air National Guard Family Readiness Program volunteers were honored at a luncheon Sunday, at the Wyoming Air National Guard Dining Facility. Maggie Jasman, an Air National Guard retiree who has volunteered in the Family Readiness Program since her retirement in 2006, was named the 2008 Wyoming Air National Guard Volunteer of the Year. Jasman has given great amounts of time and si  more
WYOMING NATIONAL GUARD BREAKS GROUND ON NEW HEADQUARTERS
CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 6 -- The Wyoming Military Department issued the following news release: The Wyoming National Guard will break ground for its new Joint Forces Readiness Center, on F.E. Warren Air Force Base, in Cheyenne, at 10 a.m., Oct. 8. The new Wyoming National Guard Joint Forces Readiness Center Complex will allow the Wyoming Military Department to vacate the renovated elementary school its administrative functions are currently housed in, on Bishop Boulevard. The $34.7 million  more
WYOMING NATIONAL GUARD NAMES HEROES AMONG US RECIPIENTS
CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 3 -- The Wyoming Military Department issued the following news release: Members of the Wyoming National Guard are being awarded for heroic actions performed outside of normal military duties. "We recognize our Soldiers and Airmen each year for going above and beyond the call of duty to assist our fellow community members," said Maj. Gen. Ed Wright, Wyoming's adjutant general. "The people we are honoring exemplify the concept of the National Guard Citizen Soldier and be  more
WYOMING NATIONAL GUARD RECOGNIZES SUPPORT FROM OFFICIALS
CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 3 -- The Wyoming Military Department issued the following news release: Three of Wyoming's leaders and one volunteer organization will be recognized Saturday night at the Holiday Inn, in Cheyenne, during the annual Wyoming National Guard Governor's Reception. Maj. Gen. Ed Wright, Wyoming's adjutant general, will present state Rep. Dan Zwonitzer with the National Guard Association of the United States Charles Dick Medal of Merit for his continued efforts to champion the  more
ZAYTUN DIVISION GIVING GREAT CONTRIBUTION TO LOCAL COMMUNITY
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following newsletter: Located in Erbil, IRAQ within the Multi- National Division North East, the Republic of Korea's Zaytun Division held a road opening ceremony on August 18, 2008 in conjunction with the Green Angel Operations. In attendance were more than 700 people including staff members from the Multi National Forces Iraq, the Zaytun Contingent Commander and support staff, BG Chirita from MNF-I, BG Matern f  more
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