Hare works on educationThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 10:31AMU.S. Rep. Phil Hare, D-Rock Island, discussed education reform in an intimate setting in the Monmouth-Roseville Junior High School band room with Superintendent Paul Woehlke, principal Don Farr and PBIS coordinator Rebecca Harris. Hare has been working on the Keeping All Students Safe Act, which would expand Positive Behavior Intervention Supports in school, but also would protect students and ...
Democrats, White House Close In On Health BillThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 10:13AMA final agreement nearly in hand, President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders are about to embark on one last sales job that will determine the outcome of the president's signature health care overhaul.
Poku looks to break throughThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 10:10AMRegular traveller wants to make next step (10/03/2010 09:35:18)
Democrats, White House close in on health billThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:51AMWASHINGTON - A final agreement nearly in hand, President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders are about to embark on one last sales job that will determine the outcome of the president's signature health care overhaul. It will come down to a phenomenal effort by congressional leaders and the White House to win over skittish lawmakers after a year of incendiary debate, even as Obama keeps up ...
Is the IRS the Most Trustworthy Agency in the Country? Even Republicans Seem to Think SoThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:51AMAs the United States moves on after the recent suicide bombing attack on an IRS office building in Austin, Texas (which I discussed in my most recent FindLaw column ), it is an appropriate moment to think about the role that the IRS and its employees play in America today.
Lower Makefield cuts Class ‘A’ apprenticeship requirementThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:50AMBidding for large construction projects in Lower Makefield Township will now be open to more contractors as the Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to remove the Class “A” apprenticeship program requirements from the Responsible Contractors Ordinance.
Dems to Sell Health Plan to CongressThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:48AMCongressional Democrats, near deal on health legislation, must sell it to rank and file. WASHINGTON (AP) - A final agreement nearly in hand, President Barack Obama and Democratic leaders are about to embark on one last sales job that will determine the outcome of the president's signature health care overhaul.
Students concerned over funding link to academic successTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 9:10PMStudents are concerned at plans to link university funding to academic success, University Student Association co-president David Do says
MCA fans just like MU'sTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:40PM"Why would I want to use an ang moh name? I am a Chinese and my Chinese name is good enough for me," she once told me. I could understand her sentiments as she comes from a traditional Teochew family ...
MONEYWISE: Some new tax breaks to help with college costsTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 7:45PMThe U.S. government and policy-makers are recognizing the severity of the college-funding dilemma, understanding the persisting recession that's left many parents of college-age children without jobs.
MCA fans just like MU'sTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 6:13PMFIONA is the nickname my best friend uses from time to time. Otherwise, Fiona goes by her Chinese name, having fiercely resisted attempts by friends to adopt Western names such as Wendy, Cindy or Mandy.
Local charter school put on holdTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:56PMA plan for a proposed charter high school in Highlands Ranch has been delayed for one year after enrollment issues caused fewer students to officially sign up.
Minneapolis skyway can be yours for just $50,000 cashTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 3:58PMWell, you don't see this every day: a slice of Minneapolis skyway for sale on Craigslist. A cozy 1,380 square feet of glass, steel, and concrete, it's being offered for $49,500 as is, cash only. Oh, and the buyer is responsible for all moving logistics and costs. But then what? What would you do ...
USA Cares Launches Military Lender Education ProgramTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 3:44PMRISMEDIA, March 10, 2010—USA Cares has launched a new education course designed to provide loan officers with a clear understanding of how to work with military clients. Through the USA Cares Military Family Housing Lender Education Program-accessed online at www.usacares.org,…
Hearing-impaired artist utilises sandFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:41PMThe work displayed at Binh Thuan Province’s Phan Thiet City community centre was crafted by the hands of a 22-year-old man who began learning sand painting only four years ago.
IN BRIEFFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:43PMLenten -- 7 p.m., March 10, 17 and 24, soup and salad suppers at 5:30 p.m.
Military Spouse Career Program Put On HoldFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:30PMThe Department of Defense just put a hold a program for military spouses, leaving them uncertain about their futures.
Opportunities good for home buyersFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:19PMThe conventional wisdom is that now is one of the strongest buyer’s markets for homes in a long time. Despite cautions that buying a home is a substantial investment and it is never a good time to bite off more than you can chew, it seems like a good time to buy a home.
Ferrioli, Bentz not pleased with special sessionFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:27PMAfter the Oregon Legislature adjourned its special session Friday, Republican lawmakers said they’re worried that despite projected budget deficits in the near future, their colleagues increased spending by $30 million and expanded the state’s payroll by 200 positions.
FASFA assistance available for students, parentsFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:41PMBy Mallory McGowin Friday, March 05, 2010 at 4:23 p.m. JEFFERSON CITY -- Thousands of mid-Missouri high school seniors are gearing up to head to college this Fall.
Tertiary Education Reforms Long OverdueFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:33PMLike thousands of other parents around the country I've delivered my university aged children to their respective universities in the past couple of weeks. With 'O Week' over for another year, and everyone settling in to new halls of residence or flats, the academic year is well underway.
College Can Be AffordableFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:05PMReaders share their strategies for putting their children through college without racking up a mountain of debt.
Senate Week in Review: March 1-5Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:56PMSPRINGFIELD — Senators spent long hours in legislative committees during the week, trying to meet a March 5 deadline to move Senate bills out of committee, according to state Sen. Dale Risinger (R-Peoria).
Students who serve: North Gwinnett’s cafe run by teens in special-education programWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 10:12PMric Dudley stood outside the Java Dawg Cafe, encouraging people to patronize the coffee shop during its grand opening Wednesday. Customers lined up to purchase beverages, some taking a few minutes to relax and chat with friends at a cafe table before returning to class.
If Spiderman can't keep a job, what's a Gorlok gonna do?Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:49PMHe can sling webs and crawl on walls, but how is Spiderman going to handle the unemployment line? The real world is about to make a cameo in Marvel's fictionalized version of New York as Peter Parker, Spiderman's nerdy alter ego, loses his job in issue 623 of "The Amazing Spider-Man.
Stop Overpaying for Everyday Items!Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:12PMBillShrink.com are any indication. On "The Early Show," Peter Pham, CEO of the free money-saving service, showcased the products and services the site's more than one million users complain about m...
Finance authority will halt lendingWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:33PMGeorgia Southwestern State University (GSW) students receiving financial aid may not receive as much help soon because of more state budget cuts.
Don't be chained to loan woesWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7:05PMIt must be tempting to splash out a bit now that the worst of the recession - and the belt-tightening that it forced on us - is over. After all, some firms have started restoring pay cuts to employees and year-end bonuses have been paid.
Greens join call to save our servicesWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:41PMNew Green Party MP and Tertiary Education spokesperson Gareth Hughes today welcomed the launch of a national campaign to ‘Save Our Services’ from Roger Douglas’ voluntary students’ association membership Bill.
The Investigators - WANTED: Charles McKuhnTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:19PMAction News 5's Andy Wise is on a manhunt for a Bartlett, TN, debt-buyer whose scam has bilked hundreds of victims in four states.
Census forms hitting some homes earlyTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:07PMGranville resident David Baker quickly filled out and mailed the 2010 census questionnaire delivered to his front porch last weekend. Baker and his neighbors along Summit Street have home mailing addresses, yet they were among those who received an early wave of hand-delivered census forms.
Interesting NeighborsTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:59PMAlmost 50 years ago, a job with the McClain County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service (ASCS) brought a man and his wife to Purcell where they made their home and raised two daughters.
Sallie Mae Jumps Into Online BankingTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:10PMStudent lender looks for new sources of revenue as Obama proposal threatens old business model.
Credit card reforms cause changes for customers, application age limit raisedTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:43PMThe Credit Card Accountability, Responsibility and Disclosure Act, which changes the earliest age consumers can apply for credit cards from 18 to 21, is beginning to affect college students across the country since it went into effect on Feb. 22.
GI Bill brings payday: VA pushes students to cash in on benefitsTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:08PMEducation is a large incentive for many young Americans to join the military. Now, The Veterans Administration is pushing to help soldiers cash in on their tuition checks. The GI Bill Advertising campaign is a national push for post 9/11 veterans to apply and receive their benefits under the updates to the act, which include educational [...]
History is alive as it moves through timeSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:50AMOn my left, carefully protected in transparent archival sleeves, are an 1891 list of candidates for local office and a 1913 ID card for a volunteer fireman. On my right is an e-mail offering the Historical Society Museum a used scanner. In a separate pile are contemporary documents relating to the coming and going of artifacts from and to the museum.
Business NewsSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:37AMCompany plans senior community at St. Joseph site Financing has been secured to begin construction of Aberdeen Heights, a senior living community to be built at the former site of St. Joseph Hospital in Kirkwood.
Sound financial resolutions make sense nowSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:53AMt takes a lot of sound advice to adjust to new economic realities caused by events that have been termed the Great Recession and the Decade from Hell.
A bigger tax break for writing off the costs of collegeSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:40AMFor most people paying tuition, the American Opportunity tax credit is the best of several choices. Other special breaks are also available for filers with education bills. Paying for college? You may be able to claim a big tax break, even if you've never before qualified.
YAPG Marks Successful, Yet Challenging Last YearSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:34AMDespite the challenges of the economy in 2009, leaders of Yankton Area Progressive Growth said Friday the organization has done a lot in the last year to solidify the community’s future.
Census 2010: Universities, Colleges Push To Get Students CountedSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:19AMST. PAUL, Minn. It was 5 p.m. in the lobby of the library of Metropolitan State University, and Clara Ware was sitting behind a table covered with pens, notepads and buttons with the Census 2010 logo, calling out like a sideshow barker.
Textile artists show some edge at a Watrous Gallery showSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:00AMEmbroidery and cutting-edge contemporary art may seem like strange bedfellows. Unless you do some form of needlework yourself, embroidery probably sounds old-fashioned, corny or kitschy. But just as knitting has undergone a popular revival in recent years -- spawning books for alt-crafters like Stitch 'N Bitch by BUST magazine founder Debbie Stoller -- needlework techniques are being adopted by ...
Briefly: Feb. 27Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 9:24AMRead about what's happening in and around Plymouth.