Digital assets have become increasingly common in our daily lives lately – in the news, in popular culture, and in our personal interactions. In the first quarter of 2021, the number of daily Bitcoin (BTC) transactions worldwide reached 367,536. Bitcoin alone now accounts for around $ 20 billion in daily …
Read More »Monthly Archives: October 2021
OC Mayor and Mom Write Book To Inspire Kids – NBC Los Angeles
Letitia Clark is a mother of three and has been part of Tustin’s local government since 2016 when she was elected to the city council. A year ago she went a step further when she was elected Orange County’s first female mayor in nearly two decades. Now, with her book …
Read More »America’s drug use crisis worsened during the pandemic
The forced isolation, interruption of treatment, and resource demands caused by the pandemic have set America back in its efforts to end the opioid epidemic. What we observe: It’s not just opioids. The use of other substances, especially alcohol, has increased over the past year and a half, and experts …
Read More »The Mt. Calvary Center hosts events to raise awareness about breast cancer and COVID-19
Balloons released in honor of breast cancer patients during the Breat Cancer Awareness Walk in Elizabethtown on October 29th (Photo by Mt. Calvary Center for Leadership Development) ELIZABETHTOWN, NC (WWAY) – The Mt. Calvary Center for Leadership Development is hosting two events this weekend that will focus on breast cancer …
Read More »Canada is appealing the decision to have indigenous children, but is seeking settlement talks
TORONTO, Oct. 29 (Reuters) – The Canadian government on Friday appealed a federal court ruling confirming a ruling that indigenous children and their caregivers who have been harmed by a discriminatory welfare system receive individual compensation, it said however, that she would suspend the appeal while she was in talks …
Read More »Columbia Police Department urges the community to practice security this Halloween
Columbia Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Police Department said it will have a fair number of officers working each shift throughout Halloween weekend. The department said it was important to call 911 if you feel you are in a dangerous situation. “When you see something, say something,” said Jeff Pitts, a …
Read More »Blackhawk’s Sexual Abuse Case Explained: A Timeline of The Allegations And Everything Else You Need To Know
The Chicago Blackhawks made headlines this week for all the wrong reasons when an independent investigation found that the team’s executives waited three weeks to crack down on a former video coach who sexually abused a player in 2010. General Manager Stan Bowman and Senior Director of Hockey Administration Al …
Read More »Frat Ban Lifts for Class 2025
The lift, which took place on Monday, was welcomed by many freshmen as an opportunity to fully integrate into the campus culture. by Manasi Singh | 52 minutes ago The six-week “frat ban” for the class of 2025 was lifted last Monday. The ban is a directive of the Greek …
Read More »A change in the choice of certain area codes in Kansas will save lives, say mental health professionals
MISSION, Kans. (WDAF) – This week changed how you can reach people with certain area codes in Kansas. It is in an effort to prevent suicides across the state and across the nation. Mental health experts believe it will save lives. Its purpose is to prevent people from accidentally dialing …
Read More »CDC launches campaign to prevent deaths from drug overdose
(NEWS10) – The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched four awareness campaigns aimed at preventing deaths from drug overdose. The campaigns are aimed at young adults between the ages of 18 and 34. The campaigns educate about fentanyl, drug mixing, naloxone, and people in treatment and recovery. …
Read More »Multiple sclerosis support groups and care staff
Multiple sclerosis (MS) support groups offer people a chance to connect with others who are having similar experiences. They can be a source of empathy, encouragement, and isolation prevention. Talking to people who have the same condition is one of the most powerful things a person with MS can do, …
Read More »Riverdale City Council’s hopefuls are focused on helping the city and giving voters a voice | News, sports, jobs
There are four candidates for two seats on Riverdale City Council. That is, clockwise from the top left corner, Anne Hansen, Bart Stevens, Jeffery Savage, and Karina Merrill. Voting ends on Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Bart Stevens is a candidate for Riverdale City Council in the elections that culminate on …
Read More »Letter to the editor: You are not alone and there is help out there
I am writing this more to share experiences on a regular topic in my life and the lives of others: Mental Health and its Link to Substance Abuse.As a person with a history of alcohol abuse, I have noticed that there seems to be little to no consideration of what …
Read More »Head of Custody and Infection Prevention Servicon President and CEO appointed to the Executive Leadership Council of the American Heart Association Greater Los Angeles
“Having recently had a heart problem myself, I know that most women have different symptoms and challenges than men. I want to help an important and wonderful organization like the American Heart Association support and educate women with heart problems, “said Laurie Sewell, President and CEO of Servicon. CULVER CITY, …
Read More »Modern monetary theory, or MMT, is here to stay. What investors need to know.
About the author: Stephen Dover is Chief Market Strategist and Head of the Franklin Templeton Investment Institute. Follow his newsletter, Global perspectives On Linkedin. Modern monetary theory has grown in importance in recent years as American living standards stagnated and inequality increased. MMT’s critics are quick to dismiss it, but …
Read More »Canada boosts US natgas exports, drills more when global prices rise
An oil pump jack pumps oil in a field near Calgary, Alberta, Canada on July 21, 2014. REUTERS / Todd Korol CALGARY, ALBERTA / NEW YORK, Oct.25 (Reuters) – Demand for relatively cheap Canadian natural gas has skyrocketed, propelling exports to the United States to three-year highs and prompting Canadian …
Read More »Lawmakers are calling on the mass legislature to fund resettlement in Afghanistan
LOWELL – Senator Jamie Eldridge (D-Acton) and State Rep. Vanna Howard (D-Lowell) urge the Senate and House Ways and Means Committees to allocate $ 12 million to resettling refugees from Afghanistan, here in Massachusetts. The two MPs have jointly drafted a letter calling for $ 12 million to be added …
Read More »Candidates for the Christiansburg City Council offer thoughts, ideas | Government and politics
Staff report The Roanoke Times On November 2nd, three new members of the Christiansburg City Council will be elected. That’s because the three incumbent council presidents whose seats are on the ballot – Steve Huppert, Merissa Sachs and Brad Stipes – have decided not to run again. But voters will …
Read More »Domestic violence: “20 people are physically abused every minute” | news
National Domestic Violence Awareness is an annual flag observed in October. Although there has been significant progress in reducing domestic violence, an average of 20 people are physically abused by intimate partners every minute, according to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN). Metro Creative Connection Domestic Violence Awareness Month …
Read More »Election 2021: Are you still thinking about your voting decision? Check out this information for voters
By now you should have received your ballot papers for the November 2nd parliamentary elections in the mail. If you haven’t decided on a number of local races yet, here are some resources: Our 2021 Election page has links to our debates with candidates for Positions 1, 2 and 3 …
Read More »Ball State Bed Races return to West Riverside Avenue
Kate Mahnsmith, Senior Nurse Major, took part in the third bed race of her college career on October 22nd. Mahnsmith, a member of the Ball State cheerleading squad, won the independent women category with her team. “It’s all in the beds, I swear,” Mahnensmith said. “For some, the wheels are …
Read More »Canadian armed forces are to be deployed to deal with the Iqaluit water crisis
The Canadian Armed Forces will step in to help with the Iqaluit water crisis. The city has been in a state of emergency since October 12, when staff confirmed evidence of fuel pollution in the city’s treated water supply. Local residents have been told that the water is not potable …
Read More »Wonderful® Pistachios is celebrating National Nut Day as pistachios are the No. 1 snack nut in America¹
Wonderful® Pistachios Generated 96% of Total Pistachio Year-Over-Year Sales Growth in America with Plans to “Double” Released: Oct 22, 2021 at 2:24 pm EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago LOS ANGELES, October 22, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Happy National Nut Day! Celebrate, Wonderful® pistachios is pleased to announce that pistachios have …
Read More »Kiosk helps military, families and veterinarians | news
JONESBORO – Camp Alliance, which helps military personnel, their families and veterans find and use resources, opened a kiosk at the Harps Foods Store on Highland Drive and Harrisburg Road on Wednesday allowing these individuals to log in to to find local resources. Camp Alliance, a nonprofit organization based in …
Read More »Special Olympics Fall Games return on Friday | Local
GLENS FALLS – Jacob Babcock has his eyes on gold. The 25-year-old native of Rochester started running at the start of the pandemic last year and has been training diligently in cross-country skiing ever since. He hopes his efforts will pay off this weekend during the Special Olympics New York …
Read More »Suicide rates are high in Utah – but the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t made them worse, according to a study.
publisher’s Note • This article is about suicide. If you or people you know are at risk of harming themselves, the national lifeline of suicide prevention offers 24-hour support at 1-800-273-8255. Suicide and drug overdose rates in Utah have not changed significantly since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the …
Read More »Governor Abbott Appoints New Texas Secretary of State | news
Governor Greg Abbott named John Scott as Secretary of State for Texas on Thursday. The secretary serves as the chief election officer for Texas, assists district election officials, and ensures the consistent application and interpretation of electoral law across Texas. The Office of the Secretary of State also provides a …
Read More »Calls to Increase Oregon Legislature to Help Tenants in Special Session
Calls for a special session of Oregon lawmakers to put in place protective measures for renters waiting to find out if they can get federal aid to avoid an eviction grew louder Wednesday. A letter signed by leaders of more than 50 organizations – including tenant advocacy groups, labor unions, …
Read More »Insurance plan for health care workers extended by 180 days
Home ” General ” Health ” Insurance plan for health care workers extended by 180 days Posted By: Gopi 20 October 2021 New Delhi, October 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) The central government on Wednesday extended the “Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package: Insurance Scheme for Healthcare Workers Fighting Covid-19” for a further 180 …
Read More »NBA Tips For Tonight: Best Prop Bets For Players To Consider For Wednesday October 20th
NBA action for the 2021-22 season continues with 11 games on Wednesday. That means plenty of options for potential bettors when it comes to player props. Here’s a look at three players who are putting up some of the best Wednesday performances. Zach LaVine, over 24.5 points (-115) The Chicago …
Read More »BITS & BYTES: NightWood returns to the mountain; ACA open enrollment; BCC virtual open day; Zoom conversation with journalist Timothy Egan; 18 Degrees expands youth program
NightWood returns to The Mount from November 4th through December 31st LENOX – The Mount, Edith Wharton’s Home presents its second year NightWood, an outdoor sound and light experience that immerses visitors in a fantastic winter landscape inspired by the architecture and surroundings of the place. This year’s NightWood combines …
Read More »Alumni donations help the School of Public Health provide students with financial support
A recent donation of $ 85,000 from Mary Gilbert Lawrence SPH ’98 and James A. Lawrence ’74 – along with an offer from two donors to a “Challenge Fund” – is helping the Yale School of Public Health raise a record number of students financial aid to support. Brian Zhang …
Read More »Odds for the ZOZO Championship 2021: Opening series with valid handicap rules
The 2021 ZOZO Championship is set to take place this weekend at Narashino Country Club in Chiba, Japan, and the opening odds are available on DraftKings Sportsbook. Last year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they temporarily moved the tournament to the Sherwood Country Club in California. The 2019 version of …
Read More »Indigenous farm workers did not have access to resources and information in their language during the pandemic
Listen to the story here. A new report by researchers and community-based organizations released on Monday shows that indigenous farm workers across California lacked the information and resources to protect themselves during the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Sarait Martinez is the executive director of the Centro Binacional para el Desarrollo Indígena …
Read More »The brothers and sisters who need to be adopted in Cornwall
Printed and digital download photos available Across the UK, more than 2,000 children and young people seek loving homes as part of the adoption process, and almost half of them are in sibling groups. Having a brother or sister who has been there the entire time can help adoptive children …
Read More »Artificial Intelligence to Boost Global Wound Care Market by 2026 with Minimal Intervention Solutions | Texas
The global market for wound care solutions is estimated to grow $ 30.5 billion Revenue through 2026 with an average annual growth rate of 6.7%, says Frost & Sullivan SAN ANTONIO, Oct 18, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Frost & Sullivan’s latest analysis, Global wound care solutions and growth opportunities …
Read More »Broncos vs. Browns Odds, Week 7: Bet Lines Open, Point Spreads, Plus Early Movement for the NFL Matchup
The NFL wraps up its week 6 Sunday table and gets into prime time. In the meantime, we’ve got some early odds to prepare you for Week 7. The Denver Broncos and Cleveland Browns will clash this week, with kick-off scheduled for Thursday at 8:20 pm. The Cleveland Browns suffered …
Read More »Sunny and pleasant Sunday and Monday; Shower facilities on Wednesday
Nice October weather is here. We started with Sunday morning lows in the 30s in much of Minnesota and western Wisconsin, but the afternoon highs will slide back to the 60s in most areas, with some lower 70s in southwest Minnesota. Sunshine and deep blue skies are expected. We are …
Read More »UVU: Utah Governor Spencer Cox speaks at the Utah Valley Growth & Prosperity Summit | News, sports, jobs
UVU marketing The 2nd Annual Diplomatic Conference on International Trade will take place on Monday, March 12, 2018, on the campus of Utah Valley University. (Hans Koepsell, UVU Marketing) Utah Governor Spencer Cox and other leaders will address the Utah Valley Growth & Prosperity Summit at Utah Valley University (UVU) …
Read More »USS Ronald Reagan returns to Japan after 5th and 7th Fleet missions> US Pacific Fleet> News
YOKOSUKA, Japan – The US Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) returned to Yokosuka on October 16 after a five-month deployment in the 5th and 7th Fleets. During Ronald Reagan’s mission, the embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 flew more than 14,820 flight hours and the …
Read More »Texas Produced Water Consortium Appoints First Director
The Texas Produced Water Consortium was formed in an effort to expand the reuse and management of produced water and has announced its first program director. Rusty Smith has been appointed to the consortium post that will be based at Texas Tech University. He is a graduate of both Texas …
Read More »Newly diagnosed cancer patients receive a care package
August 13, 2021 LUMBERTON – Healthcare providers in the area urge pregnant and breastfeeding women to get a COVID-19 vaccination. According to the Federal Center for Disease Control and Prevention, only about 22% of pregnant women received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. One reason could be conflicting …
Read More »Short chat: Kearis Jackson – University of Georgia Athletics
Story links from John Frierson Employed author Kearis Jackson hasn’t been unleashed as a wide receiver this season. Limited by injury, Jackson has returned punts for the Georgia football team’s number 1, but he has only seven catches for 67 yards in the Bulldogs’ first six games, after catching 36 …
Read More »The Recorder – Former employees, parents describe the downturn at The United Arc, which lost several contracts in July
TURNERS FALLS – Former employees and parents of those cared for by The United Arc describe a toxic workplace and weeding out programs that led to the downfall of the organization since the hiring of recently deposed Executive Director Lynne Bielecki in 2015. In July, the State Department of Developmental …
Read More »UL Lafayette’s Franklin, Wisham, reigns as Queen, King of the Homecoming 2021
Brianna Franklin and TJ Wisham will reign as Queen and King of the University of Louisiana when Lafayette returns in 2021. Franklin, Wisham, and the eight other members of the Homecoming Court are presented at halftime of the Homecoming game. The Louisiana Ragin ‘Cajuns will meet the Texas State Bobcats …
Read More »In the run-up to COP26, the Red Cross-Red Crescent Movement makes five requests to world leaders: “It is not too late to act: the survival of humanity depends on the measures we take today” – World
The following joint statement can be attributed to the Presidents of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) ahead of COP26 on the final day of the Red Cross-Red Crescent Summit on Pandemics, Climate Change and Local …
Read More »The state of Texas LGBTQ resources website was disabled after the governor’s main challenger criticized its content
“This is Texas. These are not Texas values, these are not Republican Party values, but obviously these are Greg Abbott’s values. That’s why we need a change. That’s what my campaign is about,” Huffines said. While DFPS would not say whether Huffines’ comments were the reason for the Texas Youth …
Read More »Health calendar published October 13, 2021
The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging provides advocacy, information, resources, and support so that older adults can maintain the lifestyle of their choice. To learn more about this and other presentations and training from the agency, visit mnraaa.org/calendar. Live chat with a specialist can also be accessed online at …
Read More »Ad Council’s 67th Annual Public Service Award Dinner in honor of Verizon Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg
NEW YORK, Oct 13, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The Ad Council announced today that its 67th birthdayNS The annual Public Service Awards dinner will honor the Chairman and CEO of Verizon Hans Vestberg. The event will be streamed both in person and online, with the in-person meeting at the …
Read More »Because of this, the once hesitant vaccinees change their minds
Transportation, translation, and a trusted source of vaccine information were among the barriers, but public health workers and a new initiative are working to overcome these. El Milagro Clinic in McAllen, Texas has played a critical role in ensuring that patients receive the correct information about the vaccine and are …
Read More »Governor Abbott prepares resources in response to the threat of severe weather from the cold front and Hurricane Pamela | Texas Governor’s Office
October 12, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press release Governor Greg Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) today to prepare state response and recovery resources to the potential threat of severe storms, heavy rainfall, and flash floods from a cold front interacting with the humidity of Hurricane …
Read More »McCollar touts “leadership people can see” in bid for second term mayor
With a challenger and an early vote now starting in the November 2nd election, Statesboro Mayor Jonathan McCollar seems to be taking nothing for granted. McCollar said Monday he had “exponentially more” volunteers working for him than for his 2017 win. That challenger is Ernest Larry Lawton, 70, a truck …
Read More »9/11 commissioners meet at Indiana University
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – After September 11, 2001, America was attacked by foreign enemies. Less than a year ago, the results of the last presidential election were controversial, Congress was bitterly divided, and the country’s intelligence services were asked what they knew and when they did. Indiana celebrates 20 years since …
Read More »Donald Sampson has been missing for 11 years; Family continues to ask for more information
Since Donald Sampson’s disappearance remains a mystery, his family continues to ask anyone with information to come forward even after 11 years. Veda Sampson described her younger brother as funny, smart, always there for people, a good father and a couch potato. “He likes to be at home, around mom, …
Read More »From ART kits to grocery shopping online: Why seniors are struggling with the Covid-19 rules, Health News & Top Stories
SINGAPORE – When Mr. Zeng, 63, finally reached someone on the phone line who could help him, he was on an isolation warrant on day eight and had no food at home. The senior, who lives alone in western Singapore, cried on the phone and told SG Assist volunteers that …
Read More »Johanna Kugler: Advocacy for the whole child, team and community
Johanna Kugler I’m Johanna Kugler: mother, wife, educator, volunteer, community member and hobby farmer. I work at Open Arms Childcare & Preschool and I wear a variety of hats: educator, coach, parenting trainer and back-of-the-house expert, including licensing, public and environmental health regulations, scholarship creation, billing and student / teacher …
Read More »Sbitany signs UNRWA partnership agreement in support of mental health programs in Gaza – Occupied Palestinian Territory
October 10, 2021 The United Nations Aid for Palestine Refugees in the Middle East (UNRWA) signed a cooperation and partnership agreement with the Akram Sbitany & Sons Company on the occasion of World Mental Health Day on October 10th. This partnership will support mental health projects for Palestinian refugee students …
Read More »Severe weather in some areas possible on Saturday night; Probability of rain on Sunday highest in the north
The maximum Saturday temperature in Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport was 79 degrees. That’s warm for October 9th; Our average Twin Cities high this time of year is only 62 degrees. Along with the heat, we had sticky dew points here and in most parts of Minnesota. This moisture will provide …
Read More »Roping up with parents, ecosystem support schools, health news and top stories
SINGAPORE – When Mr. Jagathishwaran Rajo was in university, his mother was diagnosed with diabetes which became severe and required the amputation of both legs. She became depressed and Mr. Jaga, as a household member who looked after her, began to feel the stress as well. His extended family came …
Read More »Longtime Stockton educator, mentor dies at 84
Mable “Jimi” Choice, an educator, poet, mentor, and longtime Stockton resident who influenced a number of lives, died suddenly on September 24th. She was 84. Choice was affectionately known by a number of nicknames – Jimi, Ms. Choice, and Nana – she was an educator and counselor for the Stockton …
Read More »As southern Utah’s rise in the COVID delta finally subsides, hospitals aren’t taking a break – St George News
The outside of St. George Regional Hospital, viewed as persistent rain, falls on the St. George area, St. George, Utah, October 8, 2021 | Photo by Chris Reed, St. George News NS. GEORGE – This week, southern Utah joined the decline in the delta variant surge in COVID-19 infections that …
Read More »Watch as the UK’s gas shortage turned into a crisis overnight
Average fuel sales and deliveries per petrol station September 24th Fuel sales rose to almost double the previous Friday’s total as bottlenecks at some gas stations made headlines. Fuel deliveries increased a few days later, but came too late to avert a crisis. Typical sales and delivery sample Average fuel …
Read More »Face to face with discrimination, shame, strength and beauty
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Read More »Dr. Lee receives INSPIRE Award from the American Medical Women’s Association |
Susan Y. Lee, MD Susan Y. Lee, MD, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook, is a first-time winner of the INSPIRE Award from the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA). She accepted the award – together with her colleague Dr. Ankita Sagar out …
Read More »LIBRARY NEWS: Paper Airplanes, Baby Brain Gym next week
There are two special events coming up next week that we hope you and your family will enjoy. On Wednesday, October 13th, from 4pm to 5pm, we will organize a paper airplane obstacle course in the library. Sixth through twelfth grade students are invited to put their paper airplane skills …
Read More »China’s real estate developer bond defaults are on the rise in the face of the debt crisis
Evergrande Group Photo: CFP Some Chinese real estate developers, including Evergrande Group, CFLD and Tahoe, are facing liquidity issues, according to CRIC, a real estate research center on Wednesday. The data showed that as of September 27, the number of real estate company loan defaults in 2021 was 39, 25 …
Read More »Update on the latest sports | Minnesota News
MLB-NL WILD CARD Dodgers win in Taylor’s explosion LOS ANGELES (AP) – Chris Taylor has inducted the Los Angeles Dodgers into the NL Division Series. Taylor slammed a two-out, two-run homer from Alex Reyes in the bottom of the ninth to give the Dodgers a 3-1 triumph over the St. …
Read More »Health officials advise the city of Michigan to use bottled water, while local activists cite an “ongoing” lead crisis
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHSS) on Wednesday recommended Benton Harbor residents to rely on bottled water instead of tap water as a precaution while various agencies work to reduce the risk of exposure to lead. Activist groups say lead in the city’s drinking water has been …
Read More »Legal & General America Welcomes Farron Blanc as Vice President of Distribution and Broker Strategy
FRÉDÉRIC, MD., October 6, 2021 / PRNewswire / – Legal & General America (LGA) is pleased to announce that it has appointed Farron White as vice president of distribution and brokerage strategy, reporting to Jennifer torneden, SVP of sales, marketing and strategic growth. In this role, Blanc will focus on …
Read More »Community calendar from 10/11/11 to 10/18/21
* Community events * Antigo Area Community Food Pantry October 13thNS 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Wed) & October 15NS 13: 00-15: 00 (Fri), 2120 Progress Blvd., Antigo (715) 623-1103. We ask everyone who wants to use the food pantry to wait in the car or outside and a volunteer …
Read More »As GOP blockades, Biden escalates warnings against US standard | National
WASHINGTON (AP) – President Joe Biden escalates his campaign to get Congress to lift the national debt ceiling, invites business leaders to the White House on Wednesday and warns in a new report that failure to extend government borrowing could spark a global financial crisis . His moves come amid …
Read More »Small signs of growth in the US service sector could help delivery lines
Getty Images Getty Images The central theses: Stocks live up to their rollercoaster reputation Is the service sector ready to fly? Transportation stocks are struggling to get back on the road Wall Street seems to live up to its reputation as a roller coaster as stock futures point to a …
Read More »House Committee Promises to Respond to California Oil Spill
House Democrats are working quickly to prepare a legislative response to last week’s devastating oil spill off California’s southern coast. Yesterday, the Chairman of the House Natural Resources Raúl Grijalva (D-Ariz.) Announced that his committee would devote two days next week to looking at the causes and effects of the …
Read More »Therapist Reena Nath emphasizes the role of the family in the child’s development
Families not only play a crucial role in the development of the overall personality, but actively influence the psychological adjustment of adolescence, problem-solving strategies, strengthening of self-confidence and the ability to set clear goals. The healthy functioning of these interaction patterns increases the psychological well-being of an individual. Experts around …
Read More »Dallas College faculty split after a vote of no confidence over the Chancellor’s leadership
Some Dallas College faculty members called for the immediate resignation of Chancellor Joe May after they cast a no-confidence vote against him on Friday, concerned about the deal with the school’s consolidation. May announced earlier this year that he would retire in August 2022. But more than 71 percent of …
Read More »Golf odds 2021: opening series, favorites for Shriners Children’s Open at TPC Summerlin
The 2021 Shriners Children’s Open Championship will take place this weekend on the TPC Summerlin course in Las Vegas. It’s the first of two PGA Tour events in Vegas over the next two weekends, and the winner will receive 500 FedExCup points to support their cause. The opening odds for …
Read More »DNR is temporarily closing the boat access point at Silver Lake in Marquette County
DNR is temporarily closing the boat access point at Silver Lake in Marquette County Contact: Debra Gill 906-339-4461 or John Pepin (Media) 906-226-1352 Agency: Natural resources October 5, 2021 The Silver Lake boat dock in Marquette County will be closed for several days starting Thursday due to site upgrades. The …
Read More »Shango is the Pink Ribbon spot for October
Shango Cannabis will be selling its signature line of pink merchandise throughout National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. “Shango is honored to serve these brave cancer survivors,” said Shango controller Julie Dubocq. “Providing resources that can help them succeed on their recovery path has become an integral part of …
Read More »Worthington Industries publishes its Corporate Citizenship and Sustainability Report 2021
COLUMBUS, Ohio, October 5, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – Worthington Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WOR) today announced the release of its Corporate Citizenship and Sustainability Report 2021, which summarizes the company’s key performance and metrics for fiscal 2021 in several key areas including culture, citizenship, corporate governance, and environmental health and safety. …
Read More »Philadelphia cannot contain the climate crisis without federal support
Philadelphia only needs to look at the events of the past few weeks to see the damage climate change is already wreaking havoc on our neighborhoods. In recent months, Hurricanes Ida and Isaias have forced residents out of their homes in neighborhoods like Eastwick, damaging shops and submerging some of …
Read More »Kelly establishes child welfare department, bypasses legislative disputes
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday the establishment of a child attorney division to circumvent efforts by the Kansas Senate to put an office overseeing the child welfare system under the direction of an attorney general who is moving to higher office next year. The legislation The Senate proposal …
Read More »Treehouse wins national award for helping foster children
Treehouse, a nonprofit foster child organization with programs in Spokane, received one of 10 Classy Awards for social innovation. Seattle-based Treehouse supports the additional needs of foster children and runs Graduation Success to increase high school graduation rates and the newer Launch Success program for college students. Treehouse has programs …
Read More »Dynamic Integrated Services Expands GSA Vets Dominic Sale and Stacy Riggs into Business Optimization Practice; Quote by Mark Forman
Dynamic integrated services has named former General Services Administration executives Dominic Sale and Stacy Riggs as Vice President or Senior Manager within the company optimization practice. Mark Forman, executive vice president for enterprise optimization practice at DIS, said in a statement released on Wednesday sale and Rigs bring their expertise …
Read More »Haitian Americans gather in Mattapan to stop deportations
A crowd of nearly 100 gathered near the stone steps of a Mattapan church on Sunday afternoon, calling on the Biden government to end the deportation of Haitian immigrants ahead of the unrest of hurricanes, earthquakes and the assassination of their president ravaged land flee over the summer. Organized by …
Read More »Women In Leadership Luncheon comes in October
EL CAJON – The 19th annual Women In Leadership Luncheon, honoring those who make a difference in their communities across San Diego County, is back in person this year. The annual event, hosted by the San Diego East County Chamber of Commerce based in El Cajon, went online last year …
Read More »It’s okay to get help with thoughts of suicide
The urge to end my life was a persistent voice that kept whispering, “You have no value.” I was always depressed and lonely, even in a crowded hall. I realized that it was neither normal nor a healthy lifestyle to take sedatives to get through the day. I lost sleep, …
Read More »Pets of the Week: Two dozen black cats are available for adoption
JACKSON, MI – Jackson County Animal Shelter, 3770 Spring Arbor Road, has many pets available for adoption. Here are a few of them. Flower is a 2 year old female black Labrador Retriever and German Shepherd. Flower is fast and loves to run and be outside. She is friendly and …
Read More »How I help families in need to get a well-deserved break
Change the world, vacation after vacation. “What a terrible idea! Who is funding this? “ This was the response I originally received for my free vacation idea. This project, which is now ending its second year, actually has the potential to put the world right. Humble beginnings I eagerly devoured …
Read More »Penn State players called for harder off-season workouts that to date have resulted in a better 2021
STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania – Looking for a way to ensure that what they went through in 2020 doesn’t repeat itself, Penn State’s veteran players let it know they wanted their off-season training harder is experienced than before. Quarterback Sean Clifford and other members of the Nittany Lions’ Leadership Council – …
Read More »The Morgantown Out of the Darkness Walk takes place to support suicide prevention
MORGANTOWN, W. Va. – The suicide prevention Morgantown Out of the Darkness Walk took place on Saturday, October 2nd, at Krepps Park with a few dozen participants. The event is organized by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Cindy Stagg, chairwoman of the West Virginia State Chapter for AFSP, …
Read More »The probability of rain continues until Saturday night; mild temps stay with us
A slow moving low pressure system will bring some rainy areas to Minnesota and western Wisconsin this Saturday and Saturday evening. An isolated thunderstorm is also possible. You can hear updated weather information for Minnesota and western Wisconsin on the Minnesota Public Radio News network, and you can see updated …
Read More »Hospital appoints new palliative director
The questioner and mirror (Oct 2, 2021) After 15 years in palliative care and in the hospice and 30 years as a nurse, Debbie Dolan was selected to lead the Palliative & Supportive Care of Nantucket (PASCON) supported palliative care program at Nantucket Cottage Hospital. As the new director, Dolan …
Read More »The surge in life and death calls is taking a toll on domestic violence hotline workers
On a typical day, Araujo said, she received two or three calls from people desperate for help and fearful for their lives after being attacked or receiving death threats with a gun or other weapon. Sometimes she accompanied callers to the hospital and sat with them while doctors examined their …
Read More »Excerpts from an interview about conversations with Al McFarlane Monday leadership meetings on Facebook Live | news
“I moved from Duluth to Minneapolis about 25 years ago, a city where my family has built a political presence. I understand the important concept of public service. My grandfather was elected Duluth Public Safety Officer in the 1920s .; “I’ve lived in the city and in the community for …
Read More »Midland Breast Cancer Survivors in Support Groups: “I don’t know what I would have done without them”
Janey Lasley was diagnosed with breast cancer on October 19, 2016. She has been cancer-free since March 2017. MIDLAND, Texas – Janey Lasley loves volunteering at Hope House. She makes sandwiches for the cancer patients who are going through chemo and radiation like she once did. “Actually five years ago, …
Read More »Weekend forecast: a little cooler; the best chance to shower is on Saturday
Some of us say, “I can’t believe it’s October already.” I don’t remember a lot of people saying, “I can’t believe it’s February”. That could be because a lot of people enjoy September weather a lot more than January weather. We start October with above average temperatures. Temperatures will drop …
Read More »Where to find help in the fight against any addiction
There are many resources available for those struggling with addiction. (Stock Photo) Substance abuse can take many forms. The ways to treat it can, too. Here are some places where people struggling with substance abuse can find help in Milwaukee. Did we miss something? E-mail [email protected] Where can you be …
Read More »Why families of missing women often have to do the search themselves
“We’re out there trying to bring her home,” said Ms. Rues. “We take every missing case seriously. It is more difficult if the missing persons do not want to be found. “ Callahan Walsh, a child advocate at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, said girls were often …
Read More »EarlyAct program at Travis Elementary begins in year 13
Travis Elementary School recently started its 13th year of EarlyAct, a personality development program offered in partnership with the Rotary Club of San Marcos. EarlyAct is a Rotary International-sponsored youth program for elementary school students ages 5-13. According to the Rotary Club of San Marcos, the program conveys and promotes …
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