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"US PROVOKED GEORGIA CONFLICT TO BENEFIT PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE"

Moscow, Aug 29 (UNI) Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has accused the US for provoking the Georgia-South Ossetia conflict to secure victory for one of the presidential candidates, saying preliminary reports showed that US citizens may have been present in the combat zone. ''We have serious reasons to believe that American citizens were right at the heart of the military action. This would have implications for American domestic policy. If this is confirmed, we will have grounds to suspec more

$3 MILLION GIFT LAUNCHES DEPRESSION CENTER, STARTS NATIONAL NETWORK

AURORA, Colo., April 14 -- The University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center issued the following news release: George Wiegers spent too much of his childhood watching depression ravage his mother. Monday, Wiegers made an extraordinary contribution to help ease the suffering from an illness that kills roughly 30,000 Americans a year and cripples millions of others. Wiegers donated $3 million to establish the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine Depression Center. more

'MAINE INNOVATION YIELDS GREAT POTENTIAL IN HOMELAND SECURITY TECHNOLOGY'

WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, released the following column: The creativity of the people and businesses of Maine in the development of advanced technologies is playing a vital role in the challenge of strengthening America's homeland security. Those not from Maine might suppose the natural venue for an advanced-technology fair might be Silicon Valley, or a campus like MIT or Georgia Tech. To Mainers, however, our state has both a proud tradition and a powerful contem more

'Opportunities For Engaging Minority Communities In Securing Our Nation'

DURHAM, N.C., Jan. 28 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following press release: On Feb. 11, NCCU Institute of Homeland Security & Workforce Development and the Army War College is sponsoring "Opportunities For Engaging Minority Communities In Securing Our Nation," a colloquium at the Radisson Hotel-RTP. The theme is to explore opportunities to engage minority communities during the preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation phases of natural disasters and terrorist threats more

'PROTECTING MAINE'S LAKES & PONDS'

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, released the following column: Maine's lakes and ponds are under attack. Aquatic invasive species threaten our drinking water systems, recreation, wildlife habitat, lakefront real estate, and fisheries. Plants, such as Eurasian milfoil, are crowding out native species. Maine was the last of the lower 48 states to be free of this plant, which forms stems reaching up to 20 feet high that cause fouling problems for swimmers and boaters, a more

'RUN FOR FALLEN' TREK ENDS AT ARLINGTON

ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 25 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Army National Guard Maj. Chris Kimball devoted August's fourth Sunday morning to remembering two active Army comrades who were killed in Iraq by running 10 kilometers from the Pentagon to the entrance of Arlington National Cemetery. Kimball and 10 other Soldiers assigned to the National Guard Bureau were among 150 men and women who ran the final 6.2-mile leg of the national Run for the Fallen which paid trib more

'SEE VICTORY' HELPS PROTECT KIDS' EYESIGHT WHEN PLAYING SPORTS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: "Operation See Victory" is a health promotion campaign that helps protect children's eyes when they participate in recreational activities. Lt. Cmdr. Brian Hatch, Navy optometrist and staff member at the U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine's Tri-Service Vision Conservation Program, brought "See Victory" to the Department of Defense. The program was originally intended to wo more

'SOUTH PACIFIC' AUDITIONS SET FOR AUG. 12

CARSON CITY, Nev., Aug. 5 -- Western Nevada Community College issued the following news release: The Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company invites auditions for Rodgers and Hammerstein's Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, South Pacific, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, in Sarah Winnemucca Hall at the WNC Carson City campus. The show will play at the Carson City Community Center in nine weekend performances November 8-23. South Pacific animates two love stories set in the Polynesian Islands during more

1.5 LAKH MAROONED PEOPLE EVACUATED IN BIHAR

Patna, Aug 29 (UNI) Continuing the rescue operations on war footing today, the Army so far evacuated nearly 1.5 lakh people trapped in north Bihar following the catastrophic floods due to change in the course of river Kosi. State Disaster Management department principal secretary R K Singh said about 20 lakh people were marooned following inundation of large areas. He said nearly 700 villages of Saharsa, Madhepura and Supaul districts were submerged and 900 boats had been pre more

101ST WOODWIND QUARTET CELEBRATES 4TH AT ISAF AND US EMBASSY IN KABUL, AFGHANISTAN

WASHINGTON, July 4 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By SSG Nichole Flory 101st Division Band The 101st Woodwind Quartet saluted our nation on its birthday with a medley of classical and patriotic tunes as they performed at the United States Embassy's 4th of July Celebration and the International Security Assistance Force's 4th of July BBQ, both located in Kabul, Afghanistan. The quartet performed on July 3rd at the US Embassy to a crowd of over 1600 in what see more

122 soldiers hospitalised after morning meal

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- At least 122 soldiers attached to the Henanigala Army camp in Dehiattakandiya were yesterday admitted to hospital with complains of food poisoning, the army said. Military spokesman Udaya Nanayakkara said the soldiers had developed vomiting and fainting after consuming breakfast with fish. He also said initially some 272 soldiers fell sick at the camp after their morning meal, but only 122 were admitted to hospital. "Others were not admitted as their condition improv more

2008 NAPHS Annual Meeting To Celebrate 75 Years Of 'Behavioral Healthcare Leadership In Action'

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems issued the following news release: Top policy experts will help those who deliver psychiatric and addiction treatment services explore "Behavioral Healthcare Leadership in Action" at the 2008 Annual Meeting of the National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems (NAPHS). The meeting will be held April 6-8, 2008, at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. The event, which marks the assoc more

2008 PLYMOUTH FIFE AND DRUM CORPS

SULLIVAN'S ISLAND, S.C., Aug. 1 -- The National Park Service's Fort Moultrie National Monument issued the following news release: The Plymouth Fife & Drum Corps will be performing at two National Park Service sites on Saturday, August 9, 2008. At 11:00 AM the Corps will perform at Fort Moultrie on Sullivan's Island, then at 4:30 PM at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site in Mount Pleasant. The events are free. The corps is made up of 40 to 50 students ranging in age from 12 - 18 who gat more

293RD MP RECEIVES BRONZE STAR WITH VALOR

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Spc. Amanda McBride 4th BCT Public Affairs For Staff Sgt. Andrew Swilling, the Army Values are not only a military code but also a way of life. With the experiences he has learned from multiple deployments, Swilling has taken the values and has incorporated them into everything he does. The military policeman assigned to the 293rd Military Police Company, 385th MP Battalion received the Bronze Star wit more

80 ACRES OF FARMLAND BEQUEATHED TO MORTON COLLEGE FOR SCHOLARSHIP

CICERO, Ill., May 12 -- The town of Cicero issued the following news release: A 1940 graduate of Morton College left his alma mater farmland nearly 60 miles southwest of Cicero, his former hometown, but college officials are unsure whether or not they'll accept the gift. Irving J. Vesley, who died Feb. 23 at the age of 88, bequeathed 80 acres of farmland in Wilmington Township, Will County. The terms of Vesley's will requires Morton College to hire a professional farm manager to operate th more

A MESSAGE FROM THE ADJUTANT GENERAL

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: As the Army's Senior Service Voting Representative, I strongly encourage you to participate and cast your vote in the 2008 General Election. Voting is the essence of our democracy and one of our most fundamental Constitutional rights. Our elected officials have very important jobs; the good news is, you have a voice in who is elected to do them...if you vote. You can exercise your right to vot more

AAFES TO CELEBRATE MILITARY RETIREES WHO 'STILL SERVE' WITH SAVINGS AND SWEEPSTAKES

DALLAS, Aug. 21 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: The Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) is extending special retirement benefits to former Soldiers and Airmen who shop their exchange during the annual "Still Serving" weekend Sept. 5-7. Invitations to this event, included a "Salute to Your Service" sales flyer, are already hitting the mailboxes of more than three million Army and Air Force retirees, active duty and National Guard and Reserve members worldwid more

ABOLISH U.S. AIR FORCE?

LEXINGTON, Ky., Nov. 15 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news release: Robert Farley, assistant professor in the University of Kentucky Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce, has attracted attention through his recent suggestion that the U.S. abolish the Air Force. Farley laid out his reasons for eliminating the Air Force in the Nov. 2007 issue of The American Prospect. He states that "In a post-September 11 world, we live with threats quite different f more

Academy to Salute Akira Kurosawa

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Aug. 21 -- The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences issued the following news release: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will salute the life and career of director Akira Kurosawa during a three-month celebration that will include a retrospective screening series and a new exhibition showcasing the director's original artwork, which has rarely been seen outside of Japan. The kickoff will be Thursday, September 18, at 8 p.m., when the Academy will pr more

Access Products Wins $4,662 Contract

FORT CARSON, Colo., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $4,662 contract to Imaging Systems LLC operating as Access Products, Colorado Springs, Colo., for wall mount computer station. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Carson, Colo. more

Advances in Military Medicine Improve Care of Soldiers, Civilians

BETHESDA, Md., June 30 -- The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences issued the following news release: The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) and The Henry M. Jackson Foundation (HJF) for the Advancement of Military Medicine, will host their first joint symposium to discuss current and future advances in military medical research June 30. Many Americans are unaware that advances in military medicine are applicable to civilian health care and that ther more

AGGIE BAND GOES TO LUBBOCK FOR TEXAS TECH GAME ON OCT. 13

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news release: Football fans attending the Texas A&M vs. Texas Tech game on Saturday (Oct. 13) will have the Fightin' Texas Aggie Band with them as support for the team in the stands and to take the field at halftime. Often referred to as the "Pulse of Aggieland," the Aggie Band is the largest precision military marching band in the nation. Performing at home football games and several away games, this organization more

AGGIES TO SHOW THEIR VOLUNTEER SPIRIT AT FOURTH ANNUAL BUDDY WALK OCT. 21

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Oct. 18 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news release: Several Texas A&M University student organizations have partnered with the Down Syndrome Support Group of Bryan-College Station for the fourth annual Buddy Walk, a national event designed to increase awareness, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. The Buddy Walk will take place at noon Sunday (Oct. 21) at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater and it will include a performance by Granger Smit more

Aggregates West Wins $479,450 Contract

SEATTLE, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $479,450 contract to Aggregates West Inc., Everson, Wash., for construction and building materials. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Engineer District, Seattle. more

Agilent Technologies Wins $74,073 Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $74,073 contract to Agilent Technologies Inc., Wilmington, Del., for chemical analysis instrument. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

Aiken Construction Wins $2.59 Million Contract

SAVANNAH, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $2.59 million contract to Aiken Construction LLC, Columbia, S.C., for construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by the Army's Corps of Engineers, Savannah, Ga. This contract was set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned. more

AIR ASSAULT BAND HOSTS JOINT TRAINING WITH AFGHAN MILITARY MUSICIANS

WASHINGTON, July 18 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By 1SG Phil Nicholson 101st Abn Div (AASLT) Band The Screaming Eagle Band carved yet another notch in its "mission accomplished" rigger's belt this week after successfully conducting joint training with the Afghan National Army Band's ceremonial kandack unit. Training was held at Bagram Airfield and lasted four days with twenty-two ANA musicians participating. The ceremonial band is part of the larger ANA Ba more

AIR FORCE FOOTBALL TEAM TO HONOR AIR FORCE WITH PATCHES

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo., Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Air Force Academy issued the following press release: The Air Force Academy football team is honoring the men and women of the Air Force by wearing the Air Force symbol on its uniform this season. The U.S. Air Force symbol honors the heritage of our past and represents the promise of our future. It retains the core elements of our Air Corps heritage -- the "Arnold" wings and star with circle -- and modernizes them to reflect our air and sp more

AIR FORCE RESERVE MEDICS PROVIDE CARE DESPITE CHALLENGES

AYACUCHO, Peru, Aug. 11 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command issued the following news release: By Capt. David Tomiyama Task Force New Horizons Public Affairs With only half their medical team and less than three days to see patients, Air Force reservists from Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, still managed to care for more than 2,000 Peruvians. A 19-person team from Air Force Reserve Command's 433rd Medical Group treated patients in the Ayacucho region, Aug. 1-7, as part of New Horizon more

AIRCREWS TAKE WOUNDED WARRIORS HOME

POPE AIR FORCE BASE, N.C., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Lt. Col. Ann Peru Knabe 440th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Almost three years have passed since aircrews in the 440th Airlift Wing here started flying special missions known as Integrated CONUS Medical Operations Plan missions. These ICMOP missions are designed to get injured servicemembers home as quickly as possible after arriving in the United States from overseas. Most of the returning pa more

AIRMEN CONTINUE TO BRING RELIEF SUPPLIES TO GEORGIA

CHARLESTON AIR FORCE BASE, S.C., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Staff Sgt. Jennifer Arredondo 437th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Airmen from bases throughout Air Mobility Command and the Air Force have been delivering needed supplies since Aug. 13 to individuals displaced by recent fighting in the Republic of Georgia. Since the start of the Russia-Republic of Georgia conflict Aug. 8, Airmen have delivered more than 428 tons of needed supplies to peo more

ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES ISSUES PUBLIC NOTICE ON KETCHIKAN GATEWAY BOROUGH: WARD COVE (HOLSTON LOGGERVILLE SMALL BOAT HARBOR)

JUNEAU, Alaska, Aug. 22 -- The Alaska Department of Natural Resources issued the following public notice: Body of Notice: Project Title/State ID#: Ward Cove (Holston Loggerville Small Boat Harbor)/ AK 0808-04J Applicant/Agent: Mr. Rob Holston /Mr. Trevor Sande Location: (Please refer to the "Project Description" to follow.) Review Schedule (50 days): * Day 1 8/2/2008 * Comments due on or before 9/22/2008 * Final determination issued by 10/10/2008 How you can p more

ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY ISSUES STATE TROOPERS DISPATCHES, AUG. 22

JUNEAU, Alaska, Aug. 22 -- The Alaska Department of Public Safety issued the following State Troopers dispatches: A Detachment * * * Location: Juneau Case number: 08-69712 Type: Theft of Services Text: On 8/20/08, AST received a report of a stow away from Kenneth Linder of the Alaska Marine Highway. According to Linder the stow away was aboard the M/V Taku between Sitka and Bellingham, WA. Linder reported that Christian Stevens, age 38 of Ketchikan, had purchased a ticket from J more

ALASKA DIGS OUT OF SIX-POINT HOLE TO CLAIM THIRD SUCCESSIVE CHAMPIONSHIP

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, March 17 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: On the back of a fantastic round of air rifle on Saturday at the NCAA Championships in West Point, N.Y., University of Alaska Fairbanks rifle team members hoisted the national championship trophy above their heads for the tenth time in the program's illustrious history. Trailing hosts Army by six points heading into the day's events, the Nanooks air gun score of 2,350 was more than enough to erase th more

Alliant Ammunition & powder Wins $31.41 Million Contract

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $31.41 million contract to Alliant Ammunition & powder Co. LLC, Radford, Va., for supporting the modernization effort at Radford Army Ammunition Plant. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Sustainment Command, Rock Island, Ill. more

ALTERNATIVE VISIONS FOR MANAGEMENT OF GOVERNORS ISLAND NATIONAL MONUMENT TO BE PRESENTED AT OPEN HOUSE

NEW YORK CITY, Feb. 20 -- The National Park Service's Governors Island National Monument issued the following news release: The National Park Service (NPS) is holding an open house to solicit public comment on the management alternatives presented in Governors Island National Monument's first ever Draft General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement (GMP/EIS). The GMP/EIS is required by law of all national parks and serves as a long-term plan to guide the management and use of par more

Ambios Technology Wins $65,393 Contract

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $65,393 contract to Ambios Technology Inc., Santa Cruz, Calif., for data acquisition system. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. more

AMC BAND TEAMS UP WITH NEW YORK METS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By SPC Matthew Mercer Smith Army Materiel Command Band 13 August 2008: On a hot Wednesday afternoon in the nation's capital, members of "Raw Materiel", The U.S. Army Material Command Band's Rock MST, joined forces with the New York Mets to visit wounded soldiers at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. The band provided musical support at a meet-and-greet barbeque where injured heroes of war had a chance to spend ti more

American Defense Systsems Wins $264,852 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $264,852 contract to American Defense Systsems Inc., Hicksville, N.Y., for logistics support services. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

American Durable Wins $78,042 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $78,042 contract to American Durable Inc., Inver, Minn., for engine instruments. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

American Ordnance Wins $200,000 Contract

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $200,000 contract to American Ordnance LLC, Milan, Tenn., for facilities operations support services. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Sustainment Command, Rock Island, Ill. more

AN/MSN-7 MOBILE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER KEEPS SKIES SAFER IN THEATER

ROBINS AFB, Ga., Aug. 28 -- Robins Air Force Base issued the following news release: Ensuring a safe flying environment can be challenging for air traffic controllers, especially at a Basic Expeditionary Airfield Resources Base. The Air Force is coupling some of its state-of-the-art technology with the expertise of its combat communications professionals to meet this challenge. Most fixed air traffic control towers stand stories tall, but with the advancement of modern technology, Airme more

ANG ENLISTED ICON PASSES AWAY; BATAAN DEATH MARCH SURVIVOR DIES AT 89

MARYVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 28 -- The National Guard issued the following news release: Retired Chief Master Sgt. Paul Lankford, a Bataan Death March survivor and the first commandant of the Air National Guard Non-Commissioned Officer Academy here at McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base, passed away Aug. 22 at the age of 89. Lankford was buried with U.S. military funeral honors on Aug. 27 at the Sherwood Memorial Cemetery in Alcoa, Tenn. A memorial service honoring Lankford will be held from more

ANGELO STATE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY LECTURESHIP FEATURES PULITZER PRIZE WINNER

SAN ANGELO, Texas, Aug. 20 -- Angelo State University issued the following news release: Maureen Dowd, Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist on the New York Times Op-Ed page, will present the 2008 Community Lectureship in the Humanities Thursday, Sept. 25, at Angelo State University. Dowd, who has skewered Washington insiders in her column since 1995, will offer "Reflections on the Election" at 7 p.m. Sept. 25, in the C.J. Davidson Conference Center in the Houston Harte University Center. The l more

Antelope Technologies Wins $800,000 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $800,000 contract to Antelope Technologies Inc., Houston, for vehicular brake, steering, axle wheel components. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

Anthrax Investigation Generates Valuable Forensic Science, NAU Researcher Says

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., Aug. 18 -- Northern Arizona University issued the following news release: Northern Arizona University's Paul Keim says the genomic analysis that linked the 2001 anthrax letters to the prime FBI suspect who committed suicide last month has generated unprecedented forensic science "The scientific advancement represents a large leap forward in our ability to attribute biothreat agents to their source," Keim said. Keim joined five other scientists at the FBI headquarters i more

Antony to lay foundation stone of Sainik School today

New Delhi, Aug. 29 -- Defence Minister AK Antony will lay the foundation stone of a Sainik School in Rewari district of Haryana today. Minister of State for Defence Production Rao Inderjit Singh and Minister of State for Defence MM Pallam Raju will also be present on the occasion. Rao Inderjit Singh, who has worked painstakingly towards realizing this goal, said the Sainik School being set up at Tappa Gothra Khori village would be the second Sainik School in the state. The Government of more

APG SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS, HCPS TEACHERS EVALUATE MWM EFFECTIVENESS, DISCUSS IMPROVEMENTS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Harford County Public School System teachers and scientists and engineers from Aberdeen Proving Ground gathered at the Harford Glen Environmental Education Center June 30 to evaluate and discuss ways to improve the effectiveness of Materials World Modules. Fourteen APG scientists and engineers volunteered their time to work in 15 middle school classrooms in Harford County at the end of the school ye more

APG UNIT MINISTRY TEAMS CELEBRATE 233RD CHAPLAIN CORPS ANNIVERSARY

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Aberdeen Proving Ground Unit Ministry Teams and their Families celebrated the 233rd Chaplain Corps Anniversary July 25 at the APG Aberdeen Area Post Chapel by gathering for a service that honored the role of past and present chaplain's in the Army. The official birthday of the Corps is July 29, 1775, when the Continental Congress recognized chaplains with an updated pay scale for officers and enlist more

AREA VETERANS GO FOR GOLD IN NATIONAL WHEELCHAIR GAMES

PHOENIX, Aug. 14 -- The Department of Veterans Affairs' Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center issued the following news release: Four Valley veterans, who are paralyzed, are on a quest for their own kind of Olympic gold and will compete in one of the world's premier events for disabled athletes later this month. With support from the Phoenix Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Care System, they will attend the 28th National Veterans Wheelchair Games being held July 25 through 29. More than 500 athlete more

ARIZONA DOT LEADER FLOYD ROEHRICH APPOINTED STATE ENGINEER

PHOENIX, Aug. 22 -- The Arizona Department of Transportation issued the following news release: After more than 17 years of managing critical projects for the Arizona Department of Transportation, Floyd Roehrich, Jr. will assume the post of state engineer, providing statewide leadership over highway development, maintenance and environmental stewardship efforts. "Floyd Roehrich will provide the leadership needed to support transportation solutions across the state, while continuing to trea more

ARKANSAS PSC REPORTS FILING IN MATTER OF APPLICATION OF SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC POWER FOR CERTIFICATE OF ENVIRONMENTAL COMPATIBILITY AND PUBLIC NEED

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Aug. 25 -- The Arkansas Public Service Commission reported the following filing: Docket: 06-154-U Style: IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY FOR A CERTIFICATE OF ENVIRONMENTAL COMPATIBILITY AND PUBLIC NEED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, OWNERSHIP, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A COAL-FIRED BASELOAD GENERATING FACILITY IN HEMPSTEAD COUNTY, ARKANSAS Electronic: True Open: True Company Name/Docket Role Southwestern Electric Power Compan more

Arlington Machine & Tool Wins $3.95 Million Contract

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $3.95 million contract to Arlington Machine & Tool Co., Fairfield, N.J., for lightweight baseplate assemblies. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Armament Research, Development & ngineering Center, Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. more

ARMY 10-MILER--RUNNERS NEEDED

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The FMWR Community Recreation Division Sports Branch will sponsor two teams from APG to compete in the Army 10-Miler, Oct. 5, in Washington, D.C. Team participation is limited to active duty Army personnel assigned to APG. For more information, call Ralph Cuomo, 410-278- 3868, e-mail ralph.cuomo@ us.army.mil or visit www. armytenmiler.com. more

ARMY BRIEFS TRANSFORMATION, MODULARITY TO LOGCOM

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: By Joel C. Guenther Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany Army briefs transformation, modularity to LOGCOM --Two U.S. Army officers briefed 60 Marines and civilian personnel from Marine Corps Logistics Command on the Army's Transformation and Modularity Program, Aug. 19, at the Base Conference Center here. Army Lt. Col. Dan Graves, chief of Current Concepts and Modularity for Combined Arms Support Comma more

ARMY FIELDS FIRST BRIGADE NONLETHAL CAPABILITY SET

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 5 -- The Picatinny Arsenal issued the following news release: Army brigades now have a new set of nonlethal products in their arsenal. The Army recently fielded the first Brigade Nonlethal Capability Set to members of the 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division in Fort Stewart, Ga. The sets are designed to give nonlethal capabilities to commanders and Soldiers to support an escalation of force to determine intent before the situation necessit more

ARMY LAUNCHING 'I. A.M. STRONG' PREVENTION CAMPAIGN

LANSDOWNE, Va., Aug. 27 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: The I. A.M. Strong campaign will empower Soldiers to "Intervene, Act, and Motivate" to prevent sexual assault, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Kenneth O. Preston said. Preston "soft-launched" the new peer-to-peer training effort with an announcement to young Soldiers attending the 2008 Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Conference in Lansdowne, Va., Aug. 6. The I. A.M. Strong campaign will officially be annou more

ARMY RECRUITER PLEADS GUILTY TO DISTRIBUTING CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

FRESNO, Calif., Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued the following press release: A sergeant in the Army Reserves, who was employed as a military recruiter, pleaded guilty in U.S District Court today to one count of receiving and distributing child pornography. Ramon Santos, Jr., of Lemoore, Calif., agreed to serve a 135-month prison term as part of the plea agreement. Santos' formal sentencing is scheduled for October 31. more

ARMY RELEASES MESSAGE ANNOUNCING NEW SERVICE UNIFORM

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Out with the old, in with the blue. The Army has made it official, the green service uniform, which has defined the service since the mid-1950s, is on the outs. In place of the green uniform will be a variation of the blue uniform, something many Soldiers already own. Official word on the new "Army Service Uniform," or ASU, was released Aug. 20 in a message to all Army activities. The message defines the wear po more

ARMY RESERVE CONFERENCE AT CORRY PREPARES SOLDIERS FOR DEMINING, OTHER TASKS

PENSACOLA, Fla., July 30 -- Naval Air Station Pensacola issued the following news release: Campbell was one of about 40 members of the U.S. Army Reserve's 350th Civil Affairs command attending planning sessions at the reserve's new home at Corry Station. The command - one of four Civil Affairs com-mands in the Army - has been called on frequently in recent years to assist other nations as a liaison between military and civilian. It is part of the U.S. Civil Affairs and Psycholog-ical Operatio more

ARMY SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: The Army Scholarship Foundation announced Aug. 15 the award of seven scholarships to children of Soldiers, veterans and spouses of active duty enlisted Soldiers. The foundation was created in 2001. "We're very proud that we were able to assist Army family members in the pursuit of their education dreams through these scholarship awards," said Jeff Gault, scholarship administrator. "We're also grateful for our generous more

ARMY SIGNS COMMUNITY COVENANT IN HAWAII

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii, July 7 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Community and Army leaders signed the Army Community Covenant July 4, in conjunction with the 37th Annual Fourth of July Spectacular, here on Sills Field. This Hawaii Army Community Covenant signing is the 30th covenant signed nationwide between Army and state and local leaders. The symbolic commitment of the vital relationship commends communities for their support of Soldiers and their families. more

ARMY WCAP COACH JOHNSON SURVIVES ANOTHER MATT EMMONS MOMENT IN BEIJING

BEIJING, Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs "He did it again!" someone shouted from the grandstand the instant Team USA's Matt Emmons plummeted from surefire gold to fourth place with a shocking 4.4 on his final shot in the Olympic 50-meter rifle 3 positions event on Sunday. Emmons suffered a similar experience at the 2004 Olympics in Athens, Greece, where he accidentally cross-shot at the more

ARRIVE EARLY FOR KUSAHC CLINIC APPOINTMENTS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Schedules are loaded with shopping, work, school activities, social functions, doctor appointments, everything scrambling for time. Along with all the other planning in daily lives, it is best to be prepared well ahead of an appointment date and time. At Kirk U.S. Army Health Clinic with the scheduling of patient appointments, it is crucial to be on time. When calling for an appointment, confirm more

AS TENSIONS BREW BETWEEN BJP & BJD, JAITLEY PROCEEDS TO ORISSA

New Delhi, Aug 29 (UNI) With the voices of disapproval regarding the handling of the killing of Swami Laxmananand Saraswati by the Navin Patnaik led State Government, growing in Orissa BJP, BJP General Secretary Arun Jaitley today left for Orissa to attend a 'pre-scheduled meeting'. BJP Vice President Vinay Katiyar is already in Bhubaneshwar, discussing with the party MLAs, who have been publicly voicing their displeasure about the inaction in nabbing the killers of the slain Swami, as state more

ATC TAKING TESTING TO THE NEXT LEVEL

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: By Crystal Maynard ATC The U.S. Army Aberdeen Test Center took testing to the next level June 27 by unveiling their newest capability at a ribbon cutting ceremony held at ATC. The ribbon cutting ceremony of the Distributed Test Control Center was hosted by ATC's commander Col. John P. Rooney as leadership from both ATC and the U.S. Army Developmental Test Command looked on. ATC Test Technolo more

ATD American Wins $213,096 Contract

FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $213,096 contract to ATD American Co., Wyncote, Pa., for furniture. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Leavenworth, Kan. more

ATHENS SILVER MEDALIST ANTI FINISHES NINTH IN RIFLE PRONE AT BEIJING GAMES

BEIJING, Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs In his fourth and possibly final Olympics, U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program Maj. Michael Anti just missed making the final and finished ninth in the 50-meter rifle prone event Aug. 15 at the Beijing Shooting Range Hall. Anti and France's Valerian Sauveplane tied with a six-series qualification score of 594, but the Frenchman prevailed in the more

Atlantic Diving Supply Wins $720,003 Contract

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $720,003 contract to Atlantic Diving Supply Inc., Virginia Beach, Va., for marine lifesaving and diving equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Rock Island, Ill. more

Aviall Services Wins $60,060 Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $60,060 contract to Aviall Services Inc., Dallas, for miscellaneous hardware. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

BAE Armor Holding Products Wins $436,320 Contract

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $436,320 contract to BAE Armor Holding Products, Jacksonville, Fla., for weapons. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Rock Island, Ill. more

BEACON HILL DISPLAY TO SHOWCASE SOLDIER TECHNOLOGY

NATICK, Mass., July 7 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: The U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center (SSC), locally known as Natick Labs, is heading to Beacon Hill to show the Commonwealth's elected officials some of the technologies and products developed in Massachusetts that sustain and protect America's servicemen and women. The Natick team will be joined by their key partner, the Program Executive Office Soldier (PEO Soldie more

BEE RESEARCHERS UNVEIL TOOL TO CHASE COLONY COLLAPSE DISORDER

MISSOULA, Mont., Aug. 29 -- The University of Montana issued the following news release: University of Montana researchers and their UM-affiliated company, Bee Alert Technology Inc., have employed a powerful new tool created by a U.S. Army lab to discover a honeybee virus invading North America. The new virus does not cause Colony Collapse Disorder - a mysterious malady depopulating beehives around the globe - but the method used to find the virus may help scientists unravel the CCD myster more

Bell Helicopter Textron Wins $287,287 Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $287,287 contract to Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., Hurst, Texas, for missile aircraft accessories and components. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

Bihar asks Delhi to take up floods with Nepal

Kathmandu, Aug. 29 -- The Bihar government has urged the Indian Prime Minister's Office to actively pursue diplomatic initiatives with Nepal to find a solution to the problem of flooding, PTI reported Thursday. "North Bihar has perennially faced the woe of floods from rivers emanating from Nepal. 671 villages spread in 242 panchayats, which lie along the new course of the river, have been inundated this time," PTI said quoting a letter from the Bihar government addressed to the Prime Minister more

Bihar asks Delhi to take up floods with Nepal

Bihar flood situation grim: CM asks all to refrain from politicizing

Purnia, Aug. 29 -- Flood waters continue to sweep parts of Bihar and with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar describing the calamity as very grim, politicians have been asked to refrain from politicising the matter. "This is not the time to play politics on the issue. I know this is the year of Central elections. Therefore, people are out to make comments for political reasons," Kumar said. He appealed to inhabitants of flood-affected areas to shift to safer and more secure places or to relief c more

Bluewater Management Group Wins $27,887 Contract

FORT EUSTIS, Va., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $27,887 contract to Bluewater Management Group LLC, Norfolk, Va., for lodging in Fort Campbell, Ky. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Eustis, Va. more

Boeing Wins $722.71 Million Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $722.71 million contract to Boeing Co., Ridley Park, Pa., for aircraft rotary wing. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

Brookaire Wins $5,952 Contract

FORT DRUM, N.Y., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $5,952 contract to John T. Mornan, operating as, Brookaire Co., Clifton, N.J., for welding fume. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Drum, N.Y. more

BUFFALO SOLDIER MEMORIAL CEREMONY

WEST POINT, N.Y.., Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Military Academy issued the following news release: West Point will host the 47th annual Buffalo Soldier Memorial Ceremony at Buffalo Soldier Field on Sunday, Aug. 31, at 12:15 p.m. The Ceremony will honor the 9th and 10th Cavalry Regiments of the Buffalo Soldiers. These black Soldiers have a proud tradition of exemplary service to the nation in the Indian Wars; Spanish-American War; both World Wars; and the Korean Conflict. The guest spea more

Bush fully briefed on India, Pakistan situation since Musharraf exit

Washington, Aug. 29 -- President George W. Bush has been kept fully briefed about the situation in Pakistan and rise in violence across the border with India since the exit former Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf. "Yes, the president is kept fully briefed on it," White House spokesperson Dana Perino told reporters Thursday when asked if Bush was watching or been briefed about the situation in Pakistan since the exit of it key ally in Islamabad. "And I would refer you to Department of De more

BUSH SCHOOL MASTERS PROGRAM IN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS STUDENTS TO TAKE PART IN NEGOTIATION EXERCISE OCT. 19

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Oct. 18 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news release: First year students enrolled in the Bush School's Masters Program in International Affairs (MPIA) will take part in a negotiation exercise Friday (Oct. 19). The day-long exercise is being led by Joe Cerami, the founding director of the Bush School's Public Service Leadership Program. Col. Cerami retired from the U.S. Army in 2001 after 30 years' service as a field artillery officer, operational plan more

BUSINESS, GOVERNMENT CONTINUE WORKING TOGETHER TO HELP WEST VIRGINIANS

CHARLESTON, W.Va., Aug. 22 -- Gov. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., issued the following column: Most businesses around the Mountain State have found their own individual methods of how to turn a profit in the current fluctuating national economy. While the challenges that have been posed on businesses have caused some to buckle down, many business owners have not lost their willingness to reach out and give something back to our citizens facing similar economic circumstances each day. This week I wa more

BWI of Kansas Wins $273,573 Contract

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $273,573 contract to BWI of Kansas Inc., Wichita, Kan., for carry case demo charge. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Rock Island, Ill. more

BYERS LOSES IN OLYMPIC GRECO-ROMAN QUARTERFINALS, VOWS TO WRESTLE FOR MEDAL IN LONDON

BEIJING, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs After being eliminated Thursday from the quarterfinals of the Olympic Greco-Roman 120-kilogram wrestling tournament, U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Dremiel Byers vowed to continue his quest for the Olympic medal at the 2012 London Games. "Today, I was supposed to be getting a medal for my grandfather," Byers said. "I guarantee if he was still alive, I w more

C.W. Roberts Contracting Wins $42.44 Million Contract

MOBILE, Ala., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $42.44 million contract to C.W. Roberts Contracting Inc., Tallahassee, Fla., for construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile, Ala. more

C2D HOLDS PICNIC, RIBBON CUTTING AT APG

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: More than 60 U.S. Army Communications- Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center employees gathered June 26 at Woodpecker Park overlooking the Chesapeake Bay to barbecue, socialize and learn about the Aberdeen Proving Ground community during a picnic and ribbon cutting ceremony. The Command and Control Directorate, a subordinate element of the CERDEC, organized the event for its perso more

Calendar Construction Wins $70,173 Contract

SEATTLE, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $70,173 contract to Calendar Construction, Road Bow, Wash., for construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Engineer District, Seattle. more

CALIFORNIA NANOSYSTEMS INSTITUTE AT UCLA TO HOST FORUM ON NEW TECHNOLOGIES FOR BRAIN, SPINAL TRAUMA

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14 -- The University of California at Los Angeles issued the following press release: The California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI) at UCLA announced today that it will host an international forum featuring some of the world's most innovative scientists and technology leaders at the vanguard of treatments for brain and spinal cord injuries and diseases. The fifth annual World Congress of the International Brain Mapping and Intraoperative Surgical Planning Society (IBMISPS more

Call Henry Wins $6.92 Million Contract

VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $6.92 million contract to Call Henry Inc., Titusville, Fla., for launch operations support contract. The contract was awarded by the Air Force Space Command, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif. Work will be performed in Anderson Peak, Calif., Pillar Point, Calif., Santa Barbara, Calif., Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., Ewa Beach, Hawaii, Kaena Point, Hawaii, Molokai, Hawaii and Wheeler Army Base, Hawaii. more

CALLAHAN BECOMES OLDEST U.S. FEMALE COMPETITOR IN OLYMPIC HISTORY

BEIJING, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs At age 56, U.S. Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Elizabeth "Libby" Callahan became the oldest U.S. female competitor in Olympic history with a 25th-place finish in the women's 25-meter pistol shooting event Aug. 13 at the Beijing Shooting Range Hall. "I've been told oldest ever female Olympian of any nation, of all time," Callahan said. "But I don't kno more

CAMP PHOENIX WELCOMES NIGHT SHIFT

WASHINGTON, July 5 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By SGT Jeremy Morrison 101st ABN DIV (AASLT) Band Emotions ran high this week in Afghanistan, as Night Shift, the 101st ABN DIV Band's R&B/Rock ensemble, incited a passionate crowd of coalition Soldiers to new levels of exhilaration, with their live extravaganza at Camp Phoenix. The band, inspired by the crowd, played with reckless abandon creating an ideal atmosphere for the heavily anticipated event. The wee more

CAMPUS ARTS OPPORTUNITIES: FEB. 8-14

MADISON, Wis., Feb. 1 -- The University of Wisconsin issued the following news release: Whether you're single, partnered or just want a fun evening out with friends, come out to the Union Theater on Valentine's Day to see some of the best that student performance groups have to offer. From classical string quartets to a capella and spoken word, this performance has something for everyone. The Student Performance showcase is just one of the many arts events taking place during the week of Febr more

CELEBRATION AND NEW BEGINNING AT PRODUCT MANAGER FORCE SUSTAINMENT SYSTEMS CEREMONY

NATICK, Mass., Aug. 5 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: In a crowded conference center at the U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center (SSC) in Natick, Mass., a change of leadership ceremony was held for the Product Manager Force Sustainment Systems (PM FSS) office on July 25. Chaplain Maj. Robert Williams, who provided the invocation for the ceremony, said it was a chance to "celebrate a job well-done" for outgoing PM Lt. Col. more

CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM AVIATION STYLE

WASHINGTON, July 21 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By SGT Watts, Timmy 98th Army Band The informal portion began with SFC Manford welcoming thousands from the surrounding communities and states to Freedom Fest 2008. Commander CW2 Marvin Cardo took center stage and led the ensemble. Shortly after the welcome the 98th Army Band woodwind section opened the show with a powerful sixteen note passage located in the beginning measures of the Patriotic Opener by Bob Ar more

Centre provides assistance to Bihar Government to deal with flood situation

New Delhi, Aug. 29 -- The Centre has provided all required assistance to the Bihar Government to deal with the flood situation in the State, Home Ministry spokesperson said. The Government of India has deployed four Army columns, five helicopters, 118 boats and 624 National Defence Reserve Fleet (NDRF) personnel. And four more army columns are also being deployed today. 1.25 lakh metric tonnes of foodgrains has been allocated to the State. Earlier, on Thursday, 3732 tents and one lakh wa more

CHAIRMAN DISCUSSES IRAQ, AFGHANISTAN, GEORGIA

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff addressed the security situation in Iraq, the need for more U.S. troops in Afghanistan and the Georgia challenge during a Pentagon news conference today. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen - fresh from a mid-ocean meeting aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln with the Pakistani army's chief of staff and key U.S. military leaders - told repor more

CHANGE OF LEADER FOR ARMY RESEARCH INSTITUTE

NATICK, Mass., July 17 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: On a day when the temperature and humidity in Natick, Mass., rivaled some that the organization studies to prepare the military for, the U.S. Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine (USARIEM) held a change of command ceremony. On July 9, Col. Kevin N. Keenan took command of USARIEM from Col. Beau J. Freund. Maj. Gen. George W. Weightman, commanding genera more

CHAPLAINCY CHANGES RESPONSIBILITIES DURING STOLE CEREMONY ON JULY 27

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: In a symbolic exchange of responsibilities, the Aberdeen Proving Ground chaplaincy conducted a stole ceremony at the Edgewood Area chapel July 27. Installation Chaplain (Col.) Ruben Colon led the ceremony, which involved removing the stole from around the neck of Chaplain (Maj.) Young D. Kim and placing it on Chaplain (Capt.) James Lester, 61st Ordnance Brigade, who assumed the duties of leading the more

CHIEF OF THE NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU VISITS COMBINED JOINT TASK FORCE PHOENIX

KABUL, Afghanistan, Aug. 26 -- The National Guard issued the following news release: By Lt. Col. Paul Fanning CJTF Phoenix Public Affairs The chief of the National Guard Bureau came to see his troops serving here in Afghanistan during a very special visit on Aug. 26-27. LTG H Steven Blum was accompanied by National Guard Bureau Command Sergeant Maj. David Ray Hudson during his visit with members of the New York National Guard's 27th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and Soldiers from other more

China on the Asian stage - the giant awakes

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- Rugby was a fringe sport being played by a few students in Beijing in 1990 when a piece of good fortune resulted in help from the Hong Kong Rugby Football Union and put China firmly on the rugby map. HKRFU Assistant Director of Development, K.K. Chiu saw a news clip on Hong Kong TV that showed a team playing rugby in Beijing and followed it up, leading to contact with the Chinese Agricultural University, pioneers of the game in China. The following year, more than 100 C more

CHINA-RUSSIA SECURITY RELATIONS: STRATEGIC PARALLELISM WITHOUT PARTNERSHIP OR PASSION?

CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa., Aug. 6 -- The U.S. War College issued the following paper: This report argues that, although Chinese-Russian relations have improved along several important dimensions, security cooperation between Beijing and Moscow has remained limited, episodic, and tenuous. The two governments support each other on select issues but differ on others. Since these interests conflict as well as coincide, the relationship is not necessarily moving in an anti-American direction. Althoug more

Christian schools, colleges closed in Madhya Pradesh

Bhopal, Aug. 29 -- Christian schools and colleges in Madhya Pradesh remained closed Friday to protest the continuing violence against the community in Orissa. The call was given by Madhya Pradesh Bishop's Council as part of a nation-wide protest against the assault on community members at Kandhamal district in Orissa. "The Bishop's Conference of India has given the all India call for closure of missionary organisations and we (the MP Bishop's Council) have supported this call," said Anan more

CHURCHILL, MAHINDRA START DURAND CAMPAIGN ON WINNING NOTE

New Delhi, Aug 29 (UNI) Defending champions Churchill Brothers gave their campaign a flying start, outclassing Mumbai FC 3-1 while formidable Mahindra United thrashed a hapless Army XI 3-0 in quarterfinals of the 121st Osian's Durand Cup, here today. Churchill stamped their autority all over the match, with Odafa Oneyaka and Reisangmi Vashum running circles around the Mumbai FC defence. The Goans could have gone ahead as early as the 10th minute when Kalu, who found himself unmarked insi more

CITY OF MODESTO ISSUES MINUTES OF AUG. 12 MEETING

MODESTO, Calif., Aug. 12 -- The city of Modesto issued the following meeting minutes: 5:30 p.m. Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Hawn, Keating, Lopez, Marsh, O'Bryant, Olsen, Mayor Ridenour Absent: None Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Invocation: Marty Villa, Youth for Christ City Clerk's Announcements: Item 17 - removed from Agenda Declaration of Conflicts of Interest: Item 12 - Keating Reports from Closed Session - City Attorney Wood reported on Closed Session items more

Clear Align Wins $387,095 Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $387,095 contract to Clear Align LLC, Norristown, Pa., for optical sighting and ranging equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

Clinging to hope

NEW DELHI, India, Aug. 29 -- The people of Murliganj, Madhepura, were waiting for a miracle. On Friday, the miracle arrived in the form of the Army. Around 1,200 people were rescued from this stranded town in north Bihar after seven days of huddled existence. Some people were not as lucky. A boat carrying 20 flood victims capsized near Mirganj. Army boats continued their operation throughout the day. Leading them was Captain Aniruddh Burugal. It was his first stint at managing flood operation more

CNH America Wins $1.85 Million Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $1.85 million contract to CNH America LLC, Racine, Wis., for excavating equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

CNH America Wins $9.23 Million Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $9.23 million contract to CNH America LLC, Racine, Wis., for excavating equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

COAST GUARD SCHEDULED TO HOST AREA MARITIME SECURITY TRAINING EXERCISES PROGRAM PRESS BRIEF IN WILMINGTON, N.C.

WILMINGTON, N.C., Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, 5th District, issued the following press release: Coast Guard Sector North Carolina is scheduled to host a media briefing on the Area Maritime Security Training Exercises Program at the Coast Guard Cutter Diligence mooring on the Cape Fear River, at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday. The Area Maritime Security Training Exercises Program (AMSTEP) is focused on building links within the Area Maritime Security (AMS) Co more

COAST GUARD, PORT OF ASTORIA TO HOLD OPEN HOUSE, HANGER DANCE

SEATTLE, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, Northwest District, issued the following press release: Coast Guard Group/Air Station Astoria, Ore., and the Port of Astoria are hosting a free open house Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Astoria Regional Airport in Warrenton, Ore. The event is open to the public and will include demonstrations and exhibitions by Air Station Astoria, Station Cape Disappointment, Wash., Aids to Navigation Te more

COMMENTARY: LEADER'S JOB IS ACCOUNTABILITY

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: We all hear about the positive impact engaged leadership at all echelons makes toward protecting our Soldiers, civilians and Families and decreasing accidental loss. But who provides that leadership? Who are the leaders in our Army responsible for taking accountability for safety? Your answer is "me." Every member of our Army team is a leader. Each person makes a difference in preventing accidents, more

COMMENTARY: NAVIGATING THE 'SPECIAL EDUCATION' MAZE

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Parents have often been confused, frustrated and generally perplexed in their attempts to understand how school officials make decisions about the education of their children who have special education needs. Parents, talk with your child's teachers, administrators and counselors. Find out more about the evaluation and eligibility procedures for Individual Education Plans, Section 504 plans, grievan more

COMMENTARY: TAKING BLOOD PRESSURE MEDS AT NIGHT BETTER FOR SOME

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: U.S. Army Center for Health Promotion and Preventive Medicine High blood pressure has a significant impact on the military healthcare system. And don't think that just middle-aged and elderly people suffer from it. In fiscal year 2007, the Army wrote more than 390,000 prescriptions for medicines used to treat HBP in the active duty population, totaling more than $8.7 million. Those figures for th more

COMMENTARY: TAKING THE MYSTERY OUT OF HOMESCHOOLING

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: We want to help Families considering homeschooling and take the mystery away for those who are curious. No doubt, if you are a homeschooler or considering the leap yourself, there are many things to consider. No pressure, but the entire fate of your child's education lies in your disorganized hands. (Or is that just us?) Parents choosing the homeschool path have to overcome many obstacles. Not on more

COMMON SENSE WATER POLICY

WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 -- Rep. Doc Hastings, R-Wash. (4th CD), issued the following weekly message: This month I hosted a water policy meeting in Wenatchee. Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency, the Army Corps of Engineers, the Washington Water Resources Association, local conservation districts, irrigation districts, public utility districts, county officials and others joined me to discuss the Clean Water Act. Federal rules and regulations like the Clean Water Act have seri more

COMMUNITY FIGHTS CRIME WITH NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The Directorate of Law Enforcement and Security hosted its biggest community event of the summer during National Night Out Against Crime festivities at the McGruff House in Patriot Village Aug.5. The annual event, observed in all 50 states and on military installations worldwide, celebrated its 25th anniversary this year. Dozens of housing area residents attended the three-hour event that include more

COMPUTER SCIENTIST FORGES NEW LINE OF DEFENSE AGAINST MALICIOUS TRAFFIC

MADISON, Wis., Nov. 5 -- The University of Wisconsin issued the following news release: Paul Barford has watched malicious traffic on the Internet evolve from childish pranks to a billion-dollar "shadow industry" in the last decade, and his profession has largely been one step behind the bad guys. Viruses, phishing scams, worms and spyware are only the beginning, he says. "Some of the most worrisome threats today are things called 'botnets' - computers that are taken over by an outside more

Concurrent Technologies Wins $14.60 Million Contract

BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $14.60 million contract to Concurrent Technologies Corp., Johnstown, Pa., for provide operations and sustainment support for the Consolidated Analytic Spatial Initiative program. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, Bethesda, Md. more

CONFERENCE TO EXAMINE NEXT PRESIDENT'S AGENDA

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, March 4 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news release: International experts will converge on Texas A&M University to examine national security issues at a March 20 conference titled, "Leadership and National Security Reform: The Next President's Agenda." Conference director Joseph R. Cerami, who teaches national security studies in the Master's Program in International Affairs at Texas A&M's Bush School of Government and Public Service, calls the event more

Contingency Worldwide Trading Wins $4,305 Contract

FORT BENNING, Ga., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $4,305 contract to Contingency Worldwide Trading Inc., Palm Bay, Fla., for garmin forerunner. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Benning, Ga. more

CORPS LEADERS FOR 2008-09 ANNOUNCED

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Feb. 26 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news release: Cadets Jordan Reid and Andrew Davis will lead Texas A&M's Corps of Cadets during the 2008-2009 school year, announced corps officials. Reid is a junior political science major out of company F-2 from Whitehouse. Davis is a junior international studies major out of company E-2 from Longview. Reid will become the highest-ranking cadet in the 1,700-member Corps of Cadets. As cadet colonel of the corps, more

CPR, AED CLASSES AVAILABLE

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Aberdeen Proving Ground Fire and Emergency Services is offering CPR and automated external defibrillator classes on APG. Two classes will be held 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m., the third Wednesday of each month. In the Edgewood Area, classes will be held at the Gunpowder Club, building E-4650 in the Osprey Room, on Aug. 20, Oct. 15 and Dec. 17. In the Aberdeen Area, classes will be held at th more

Critical Solutions International Wins $37,153 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $37,153 contract to Critical Solutions International Inc., Dallas, for wheeled trucks and truck tractors. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

CSA: MORE DWELL TIME WILL ALLOW CONVENTIONAL OPS TRAINING

FORT IRWIN, Calif., Aug. 27 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Dwell time for Soldiers between deployments is expected to increase to 17 months next year, and almost to 24 months by 2011, said Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr. He said this will allow the National Training Center to once again focus on "conventional operations" and not just counter-insurgency training. Gen. Casey made his remarks during an interview outside the town of Medina Jabal in the more

CSAF DEFERS HERITAGE COAT DECISION, FOCUSES ON CURRENT UNIFORM ISSUES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Master Sgt. Russell P. Petcoff Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz decided on Aug. 28 to defer a decision on the Air Force heritage coat until the summer of 2009 to address current uniform issues, according to a senior Air Force official. "We are going to fix, improve and upgrade uniforms in our current inventory," said Lt. Gen. Richard Y. Newton III, more

DA ASSISTS FAMILIES IN SCHOOL TRANSITIONS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Aberdeen Proving Ground Child and Youth Services together with the Military Child Education Coalition will sponsor a Transition Counselor Institute for secondary and elementary school guidance counselors Nov. 12 and 13 at Fort George G. Meade. The Department of the Army is providing funding. The institute is in its eighth year; the first TCI was held in San Diego in July 2000. The institute is held more

DAILY PRESS BRIEFING BY OFFICE OF SPOKESPERSON FOR SECRETARY-GENERAL

UNITED NATIONS, Aug. 29 -- The United Nations issued the following press release: The following is a near-verbatim transcript of today's noon briefing by Marie Okabe, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General. Good afternoon. I'll start with a statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on India. [A statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General on lifting aid agency restrictions in Zimbabwe was issued after the briefing.] **Secre more

DAR PRESENTS ARMY NURSE CORPS OFFICER PRESTIGIOUS AWARD FOR HELPING SAVE LIVES

FT SAM HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 25 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Helping save lives and restore health for critically burned Soldiers has earned a prestigious award for Maj. Elizabeth A. Mann. The Daughters of the American Revolution presented her the Anita Newcomb McGee Award, which is given to one Army Nurse Corps officer each year. Mann was honored for outstanding work as clinical nurse specialist for the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, which operates more

DEL MAR HONORS MILITARY, WOUNDED WARRIORS

MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT SAN DIEGO, Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: By Cpl. Robert Beaver Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club honored Marines during an Aug. 4 race day. The club color guard, made of retirees Sgt. Maj. Steve Meyers, Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Jerry Guiles and Army Maj. Pete Brunhaver, opened the races with a unique colors ceremony. As the club bugler sounded the first note of the Marines' H more

DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES INVITES PUBLIC TO DISCUSS BRIDGE, ROAD PERMITS FOR PUBLIC WATERS

DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 7 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The DNR invites the public to discuss proposed changes to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Regional Permit 7, which authorizes material placed in Iowa waters for bridge or road crossings. The revisions will make it easier to understand the permits. Also, the revised permits will contain more standard conditions to protect the aquatic environment. The public hearing will be held in th more

DEPLOYED 5TH SIGNAL SOLDIER DONATES MONEY AND R&R TIME TO HELP NEEDY

CAMP VICTORY, Iraq, Aug. 19 -- The 5th Signal Command issued the following news release: A Soldier who volunteers in the U.S. Army knowingly makes a sacrifice for their country. Whether it is sacrificing time with their family, personal comforts, or even their life, the duty of a Soldier eventually requires sacrifice in some way or another. Certain Soldiers though go beyond that call of duty and give more. Spc. Timothy Roy from 5th Signal Command's C Company, 44th Expeditionary Signal Batt more

DFAS PROCESSES FIRST EFT OF NAVY DEATH GRATUITY BENEFITS

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Finance & Accounting Service issued the following press release: The Defense Finance and Accounting Service here successfully processed the first secure electronic funds transfer of U.S. Navy death gratuity benefits Aug. 12. The EFT policy change was made after DFAS and the Navy came to an agreement Aug. 5 to offer the option to surviving family members. With the signing of this agreement, the Navy joins Army, Air Force a more

DIGITAL RECORDS IMPROVE SOLDIERS' MEDICAL CARE

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Army News Service Soldiers who need medical care while deployed don't need to worry about paper records getting lost thanks to the Medical Communications for Combat Casualty Care system, which stores their records digitally. MC4 is now used at all Army hospitals and aid stations in Iraq and Afghanistan, in addition to South Korea, Germany, Italy, Egypt, and by Army Special Forces and Air Force, Navy an more

DISPATCH FROM AFGHANISTAN: ALUM SHARES EXPERIENCES IN ARMY

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa., Aug. 28 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release: 1st Lt. Donald Wagner is a 1997 Penn State journalism graduate. The former assistant editor Penn State sports magazine Blue White Illustrated, he is currently serving in Afghanistan with the 1-506th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division, based out of Fort Campbell, Ky. Wagner is sharing his experiences on the ground in Afghanistan in a series of dispatches for Penn State Newswire and P more

DNCC: The 2008 Convention: Nightly Program To Put American Voices Center Stage

DENVER, Aug. 22 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release from the Democratic National Convention: The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) and the Obama for America campaign today announced that everyday Americans will speak each night of the Convention in primetime to share their voices as the people who have been powering Barack Obama's campaign for change. Over the last few years, Barack Obama has joined with Americans in every state in this coun more

DO-IT-YOURSELF NEW YORK CITY TOURS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: FMWR has scheduled several day trips to New York City - eight hours for sightseeing, shopping, seeing a Broadway matinee, venturing into China Town and more, Sept. 20, Oct. 18 and Nov. 15. Cost is $40 per person. The bus will depart 7:55 a.m. and will return 10 p.m. Open to all DoD card holders. For more information or to register, call or visit FMWR Leisure Travel Services, Aberdeen Area Recreat more

DO-IT-YOURSELF NEW YORK CITY TOURS

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: FMWR has scheduled several day trips to New York City - eight hours for sightseeing, shopping, seeing a Broadway matinee, venturing into China Town and more, July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18 and Nov. 15. Cost is $40 per person. The bus will depart 7:55 a.m. and will return 10 p.m. Open to all DoDcard holders. For more information or to register, call or visit FMWR Leisure Travel Services, Aber more

DOD, VA AGREEMENT FACILITATES SPECIALTY CARE FOR INJURED SERVICE MEMBERS

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: A long-standing agreement helps injured active duty service members receive the specialty care they need. The memorandum of agreement between the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs means eligible active duty service members who sustain spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury or blindness can be referred to VA medical facilities for healthcare and rehabilitative services. more

EASTLER LEADS MILITARY ATHLETES AT U.S. OLYMPIC TRACK & FIELD TRIALS

EUGENE, Ore., July 10 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs U.S. Air Force World Class Athlete Program Capt. Kevin Eastler led military athletes competing in the 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Track & Field by earning his second Olympic berth in the 20-kilometer race walk. U.S. Army WCAP Sgt. John Nunn, who competed in the same event with Eastler at the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece, fini more

EFW Wins $1.25 Million Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $1.25 million contract to EFW Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, for optical sighting and ranging equipments. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

ELLER SETS TWO OLYMPIC RECORDS EN ROUTE TO DOUBLE TRAP GOLD

BEIJING, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit Spc. Walton Glenn Eller III set two Olympic records en route to winning a gold medal in double trap at the Beijing Shooting Range on Aug. 12. USAMU teammate Spc. Jeffrey Holguin finished fourth in the event. Eller's score of 145 in the qualification rounds eclipsed the previous Olympic record of 144 set in the 2004 Ath more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING B.C. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, NEW CUMBERLAND ARMY DEPOT, NEW CUMBERLAND, PA.

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: B.C., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, NEW CUMBERLAND ARMY DEPOT, New Cumberland, PA, Employer Docket No. 07-1920 Appearances: Case Submitted on the Record Jeffrey P. Zeelander, Esq., for the appellant Office of Solicitor, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: DAVID S. GERSON, Judge COLLEEN DUFFY KIKO, Judge MICHAEL E. GROOM, Alternat more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING C.M. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, MEMPHIS, TENN.

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: C.M., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, Memphis, TN, Employer Docket No. 08-447 Appearances: Case Submitted on the Record Joree G. Brownlow, Esq., for the appellant Office of Solicitor, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: DAVID S. GERSON, Judge MICHAEL E. GROOM, Alternate Judge JAMES A. HAYNES, Alternate Judg more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING D.M. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, FORT LEE, VA.

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: D.M., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, Fort Lee, VA, Employer Docket No. 07-2131 Appearances: Case Submitted on the Record Appellant, pro se Office of Solicitor, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: ALEC J. KOROMILAS, Chief Judge MICHAEL E. GROOM, Alternate Judge JAMES A. HAYNES, Alternate Judge JURISDICTION On August 15, 2007 more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING H.C. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, CORPS OF ENGINEERS, MOBILE, ALA.

WASHINGTON, July 18 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: H.C., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, CORPS OF ENGINEERS, Mobile, AL, Employer Docket No. 08-377 Appearances: Case Submitted on the Record Jeffrey P. Zeelander, Esq., for the appellant Office of Solicitor, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: COLLEEN DUFFY KIKO, Judge MICHAEL E. GROOM, Alternate Judge JAMES A. HAYNES, Alternate Jud more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING J.L. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, DENTAL CLINIC, FORT DIX, N.J.

WASHINGTON, July 3 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: J.L., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DENTAL CLINIC, Fort Dix, NJ, Employer Docket No. 08-412 Appearances: Case Submitted on the Record Thomas R. Uliase, Esq., for the appellant Office of Solicitor, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: DAVID S. GERSON, Judge COLLEEN DUFFY KIKO, Judge MICHAEL E. GROOM, Alternate Judge JURISDICTION more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING J.M. AND DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR, NATIONAL PARK SERVICE, GREENBELT, MD.

WASHINGTON, July 21 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: J.M., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, NATIONAL PARK SERVICE, Greenbelt, MD, Employer Docket No. 07-313 Appearances: Oral Argument May 22, 2008 Appellant, pro se No appearance, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: DAVID S. GERSON, Judge COLLEEN DUFFY KIKO, Judge JAMES A. HAYNES, Alternate Judge JURISDICTION On November 16, more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING V.D. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, DIRCTORATE PUBLIC WORKS, FORT LEWIS, WASH.

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: V.D., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, DIRCTORATE PUBLIC WORKS, Fort Lewis, WA, Employer Docket No. 07-1873 Appearances: Oral Argument April 10, 2008 Martin Kaplan, Esq., for the appellant No appearance, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: ALEC J. KOROMILAS, Chief Judge COLLEEN DUFFY KIKO, Judge MICHAEL E. GROOM, Alternate Judge more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING W.H. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT AGENCY, FORT LEWIS, WASH.

WASHINGTON, July 1 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: W.H., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT AGENCY, FORT LEWIS, WA, Employer Docket No. 08-395 Appearances: Case Submitted on the Record Appellant, pro se Office of Solicitor, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: ALEC J. KOROMILAS, Chief Judge COLLEEN DUFFY KIKO, Judge JAMES A. HAYNES, Alternate Judge JURISDICTI more

EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING W.M. AND DEPARTMENT OF ARMY, CORPUS CHRISTI ARMY DEPOT, CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Employees' Compensation Appeals Board issued the following decision: W.M., Appellant and DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, CORPUS CHRISTI ARMY DEPOT, Corpus Christi, TX, Employer Docket No. 08-361 Appearances: Case Submitted on the Record Appellant, pro se Office of Solicitor, for the Director DECISION AND ORDER Before: ALEC J. KOROMILAS, Chief Judge DAVID S. GERSON, Judge COLLEEN DUFFY KIKO, Judge JURISDICTION On D more

End looms for Tamil Tigers as army push is set to take final stronghold

London, Aug. 29 -- The rebel Liberation Tigers of Tamil Ealam (LTTE) appears to be cornered by aggressive Sri Lankan government forces, as they are reportedly being pushed deeper into their heartland. The military campaign has also benefited from an international crackdown on the Tigers' fundraising and smuggling networks, and high-level defections that have undermined grassroots Tamil support for its iron-willed chief, Velupillai Prabhakaran. Since January, when it scrapped a Norway-broke more

ENGINEERS BRIDGE GAPS ON MAJOR AFGHAN HIGHWAY

BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan, Aug. 27 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Members of the Australian Reconstruction Task Force and Task Force Castle's 420th Engineer Brigade completed the emplacement of two Mabey Johnson bridges near Andar and Moqur in eastern Afghanistan. Work progressed quickly once the Australian and American combat engineers arrived. The first bridge in Andar was erected in just over two days, and forces then moved on to Moqur, where they emplaced more

ENJOY YOUR JULY 4TH VACATION - LOCALLY

TOMS RIVER, N.J., June 30 -- Ocean County issued the following news release: Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari reports that the shore and mainland communities will be going full blast over the July 4th holidays with not only fireworks but also parades, craft shows, concerts and car shows. Director Vicari has urged the public to attend one of the many commercial fireworks' displays and not to use illegal fireworks. "We want to have a safe and happy July 4th. There are so many choices more

Envision Express Wins $79,828 Contract

BISMARCK, N.D., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $79,828 contract to Envision Express Inc., Witchita, Kan., for containers, packaging, and packing supplies. The contract was awarded by the Army's U.S. Property & Fiscal Office, Bismarck, N.D. more

Eppendorf North America Wins $29,352 Contract

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $29,352 contract to Eppendorf North America Inc., Westbury, N.Y., for thermal cycler engine. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. more

Escape route for Wanni civilians

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- The government yesterday said it would be establishing an escape route for civilians trapped by the conflict in the Wanni while leaflets containing information about the possible escape routes would also be air-dropped. Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa at a rare media briefing said Kilinochchi's ongoing military operations was mainly aimed at freeing the thousands of civilians trapped by the LTTE. "We want to free these civilians so that they can come to Vavuniya. A more

EUROPEAN COMMAND CHIEF CHECKS GEORGIA RELIEF EFFORT FIRSTHAND

TBILISI, Georgia, Aug. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The commander of U.S. European Command traveled to the former Soviet republic of Georgia to ensure the ongoing U.S. humanitarian effort in the wake of a Georgian conflict with Russia is proceeding smoothly. "I'm here to talk to Georgian leaders and our U.S. assessment team to hear what they need," Army Gen. Bantz J. Craddock said. "We have to get it right s more

Evolution Enterprises Wins $770,452 Contract

NATICK, Mass., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $770,452 contract to Evolution Enterprises Inc., San Diego, for research and development work. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Research, Development & Engineering Command, Natick, Mass. more

FAMILY MEMBERS, SURVIVORS REMEMBER AT PENTAGON'S 9/11 MEMORIAL

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: A group of family members, survivors and first responders shared their thoughts about 9/11 while visiting the nearly completed Pentagon Memorial here yesterday. Tom Heidenberger, 62, lost his wife, Michele, when American Airlines Flight 77 plunged into the Pentagon's west wall on Sept. 11, 2001. Michele was the senior flight attendant aboard Flight 77, said Heiden more

FAMILY, FRIENDS REMEMBER ARNOLD'S FIRST CONTRACTOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS MANAGER

ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn., Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Arnold Engineering Development Center issued the following press release: By Philip Lorenz III AEDC/PA When Jack Shea arrived at the Arnold Engineering Development Center in 1953, he had already seen a lot in his 34 years of life, both the best and worst things imaginable. He was already well known for having a keen sense of humor and an ability to see the lighter side in any situation, including when coping with the stresses of more

FCC AMNESTY PLAN REINSTITUTED

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: As part of the Soldier Action Plan, child care providers living on government owned, leased and privatized housing must undergo certification by the Garrison Child Care Office to take care of children in their home. Family Child Care will implement an "FCC Amnesty Plan" this summer as part of an Army-wide effort to eliminate unauthorized child care. The FCC Amnesty Plan allows individuals, who are n more

FCN Wins $50,500 Contract

FORT BRAGG, N.C., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $50,500 contract to FCN Inc., Rockville, Md., for general purpose information technology equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Bragg, N.C. more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Alabama (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Alabama. *** Simmonds Precision Products Wins $31.71 Million Contract REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $31.71 million contract to Simmonds Precision Products Inc., Vergennes, Vt., for procurement of the crashworthy external fuel system, the internal auxiliary fuel tank system and related spares support for the UH-60 aircraft. The contract was awarded by the U.S. more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Colorado (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Colorado. *** Wyle Information Systems Wins $18.49 Million Contract SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE, Colo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $18.49 million contract to Wyle Information Systems LLC, McLean, Va., for providing services to operate, maintain and support the Space Innovation and Development Center. The contract was awarded by the Air Force Space Command, Schriever Air Force Ba more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Georgia (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Georgia. *** Communications & Power Industries Wins $760,000 Contract ALBANY, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $760,000 contract to Communications & Power Industries Inc., Palo Alto, Calif., for electrical and electronic equipment components. The contract was awarded by the Navy's Marine Corps Logistics Command, Albany, Ga. For more information, contact Thomas Bridgett III at 229/ more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Illinois (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Illinois. *** National Security Associates Wins $60,961 Contract SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $60,961 contract to National Security Associates, Columbus, Ga., for clothing, individual equipment and insignia. The contract was awarded by USAF's Air Mobility Command, Scott Air Force Base, Ill. For more information, contact Jennifer L. Gherardini at 61 more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Kansas (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Kansas. *** Imaging System Wins $31,346 Contract FORT RILEY, Kan., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $31,346 contract to Imaging System LLC, Colorado Springs, Colo., for toner supplies. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Riley, Kan. This contract was set aside for total small business. For more information, contact, Joseph Mitchell at 785/239-5204, or e-m more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Louisiana (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Louisiana. *** Bender Shipbuilding & Repair Wins $6.99 Million Contract NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $6.99 million contract to Bender Shipbuilding & Repair Co. Inc., Mobile, Ala., for berthage, drydocking and services for the dredge wheeler. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans. *** Hill Brothers Construction Wins $58.83 Million more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Maryland (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Maryland. *** Raytheon Wins $87.44 Million Contract PATUXENT RIVER, Md., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $87.44 million contract to Raytheon Co., Tucson, Ariz., for guided missiles. The contract was awarded by the Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, Md. For more information, contact Jennifer A. Alvey at 301757-5941, or e-mail jennifer.alvey@navy.mil. *** Northrop Grumman Syst more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Michigan (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Michigan. *** Textron Marine & Land System Wins $6.56 Million Contract WARREN, Mich., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $6.56 million contract to Textron Marine & Land System, New Orleans, for exercising the option to purchase 10 armored security vehicles. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. *** American Environmental Services more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Mississippi (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Mississippi. *** DTS Aviation Services Wins $40.72 Million Contract Modification COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $40.72 million contract modification to DTS Aviation Services Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, for maintenance of T-38C, T-6 and T1A aircraft. The contract was awarded by USAF's Air Education & Training Command, Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Missouri (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Missouri. *** HDR/OBG Joint Venture Wins $20 Million Contract KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $20 million contract to HDR/OBG Joint Venture, Kansas City, Mo., for architect and engineering services. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City, Mo. For more information, contact Shelley Thomas at 816/389-3842, or e-mail shelley.thomas@usac more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Nebraska (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Nebraska. *** Wyle Laboratories Wins $9.66 Million Contract OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $9.66 million contract to Wyle Laboratories Inc., Huntsville, Ala., for Reliability Information Analysis Center will perform NAWCAD test aviation research and development. The contract was awarded by USAF's Air Combat Command, Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. Work w more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in New Jersey (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in New Jersey. *** Industrial Marine Wins $280,596 Contract LAKEHURST, N.J., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $280,596 contract to Industrial Marine Inc., Jacksonville, Fla., for cable tensioner assemblies. The contract was awarded by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Lakehurst, N.J. For more information, contact Deborah L. Dewyea at 732/323-7068, or e-mail deborah.dewyea@na more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Texas (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Texas. *** Georgetown Farm Supply Wins $14,316 Contract FORT HOOD, Texas, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $14,316 contract to Sageline Inc., operating as, Georgetown Farm Supply, Georgetown, Texas, for compact tractor with front loader and cutter. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Hood, Texas. For more information, contact Kay Brown at 254/287-5676, or more

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Washington (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies based in Washington. *** USDA Awards $55,125 Contract to Rapid-Span Structures EVERETT, Wash., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of agriculture has awarded a $55,125 to Rapid-Span Structures Ltd., Armstrong, Canada, for salmon ridge X-C SKI trail bridge supply. The contract was awarded by USDA's Forest Service, Everett, Wash. For more information, contact Janet E. Hada at 425/783-6052, or e-mail jhada@f more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Alabama (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Alabama. *** Wyle Laboratories Wins $9.66 Million Contract OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $9.66 million contract to Wyle Laboratories Inc., Huntsville, Ala., for Reliability Information Analysis Center will perform NAWCAD test aviation research and development. The contract was awarded by USAF's Air Combat Comm more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Arizona (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Arizona. *** Raytheon Wins $87.44 Million Contract PATUXENT RIVER, Md., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $87.44 million contract to Raytheon Co., Tucson, Ariz., for guided missiles. The contract was awarded by the Naval Air Systems Command, Patuxent River, Md. For more information, contact Jennifer A. Alvey at 301757-5941, or e-mail jennifer.alve more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in California (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in California. *** Universal Propulsion Wins $80,963 Contract MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $80,963 contract to Universal Propulsion Co. Inc., Fairfield, Calif., for ammunition and explosives. The contract was awarded by the Naval Inventory Control Point, Mechanicsburg, Pa. For more information, contact Ashley Clouser at 717/6 more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Colorado (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Colorado. *** My IT 247 Wins $5,148 Contract DANBURY, Wis., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of State has awarded a $5,148 contract to My IT 247 LLC, Fort Collins, Colo., for Narcotics Fiel Test. For more information, contact Cynthia Alvarado 507/207-7111, or e-mail alvaradocm@state.gov. *** Big R Manufacturing Wins $92,239 Contract EVERETT, Wash., Aug more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Delaware (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Delaware. *** Agilent Technologies Wins $74,073 Contract REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $74,073 contract to Agilent Technologies Inc., Wilmington, Del., for chemical analysis instrument. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. For more information, contact Beverly Gonz more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Indiana (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Indiana. *** Telic Wins $446,515 Contract PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $446,515 contract to Telic Corp., Crawfordsville, Ind., for office of project manager soldier weapons. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center, Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. For more information, co more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Kansas (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Kansas. *** John Deere Farm Implements Wins $31,537 Contract FT. RILEY, Kan., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $31,537 contract to Concordia Tractor Inc., operating as, John Deere Farm Implements, Abilene, Kan., for John Deere 6X4 military diesel gators The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army contracting agency, Ft. Riley, Kan. For more informa more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Louisiana (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Louisiana. *** Textron Marine & Land System Wins $6.56 Million Contract WARREN, Mich., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $6.56 million contract to Textron Marine & Land System, New Orleans, for exercising the option to purchase 10 armored security vehicles. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Michigan (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Michigan. *** Competitive Machining Wins $100,000 Contract RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 29 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a contract valued up to $100,000 to Competitive Machining Inc., Standish, Mich., for hardware and abrasives. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, Richmond, Va. For more information, contact Jeff West a more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Mississippi (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Mississippi. *** Xcavators Wins $6.85 Million Contract VICKSBURG, Miss., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $6.85 million contract to Xcavators Inc., Ripley, Miss., for flooding control of Mississippi River and tributaries, west bank Mississippi River levees, Reid Bedford King, La., levee enlargement and berms, item 424-R. The contract was awarded b more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Missouri (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Missouri. *** Warehouse One Wins $44,632 Contract WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $44,632 contract to Warehouse One Inc., Kansas City, Mo., for mobility storage systems. The contract was awarded by the Air Force Materiel Command's Aeronautical Systems Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Work more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in New Jersey (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in New Jersey. *** Breeze-Eastern Wins $632,772 Contract PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a $632,772 contract to Breeze-Eastern Corp., Union, N.J., for maintenance and repair shop equipment. The contract was awarded by the Naval Inventory Control Point, Philadelphia. For more information, contact Channel Stidem at 215/697-3335, or e-mail more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Oregon (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Oregon. *** Kustom Truck & RV Wins $135,109 Contract COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 29 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a $135,109 contract Kustom Truck & RV Inc. Coos Bay, Ore., for vehicle components. The contract was awarded by the agency's Defense Supply Center, Columbus, Ohio. For more information, contact Anthony P. Gerardi at 614/692-3851, or e more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Pennsylvania (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Pennsylvania. *** Sensor & Antenna Systems Lansdale Wins $36.74 Million Contract PATUXENT RIVER, Md., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Navy has awarded a contract valued at up to $36.74 million to Sensor & Antenna Systems Lansdale Inc., Lansdale, Pa., for procuring 27 low band transmitters, 25 V-Pol antennas, 27 H-Pol antennas and 18 Band 2 adapter interface assembli more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in South Carolina (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in South Carolina. *** Aiken Construction Wins $2.59 Million Contract SAVANNAH, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $2.59 million contract to Aiken Construction LLC, Columbia, S.C., for construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by the Army's Corps of Engineers, Savannah, Ga. This contract was set aside for service-disabled more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Texas (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Texas. *** DTS Aviation Services Wins $40.72 Million Contract Modification COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $40.72 million contract modification to DTS Aviation Services Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, for maintenance of T-38C, T-6 and T1A aircraft. The contract was awarded by USAF's Air Education & Training Command, more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Vermont (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Vermont. *** Simmonds Precision Products Wins $31.71 Million Contract REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $31.71 million contract to Simmonds Precision Products Inc., Vergennes, Vt., for procurement of the crashworthy external fuel system, the internal auxiliary fuel tank system and related spares support for the UH-60 aircraft more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Virginia (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Virginia. *** Wyle Information Systems Wins $18.49 Million Contract SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE, Colo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force has awarded a $18.49 million contract to Wyle Information Systems LLC, McLean, Va., for providing services to operate, maintain and support the Space Innovation and Development Center. The contract was awarded by the Air For more

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Wyoming (Aug. 29)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The following federal contracts were announced by federal agencies as having been awarded to companies operating in Wyoming. *** Defense Technologies Corp. of America Wins $5 Million Contract PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $5 million contract to Defense Technologies Corp. of America, Casper, Wyo., for obtaining M1029 non- lethal 40mm cartridges. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Joint Munitions & Lethality Life Cycle Command, more

FEDERAL SUPPORT AS STATES ACT IN ADVANCE OF GUSTAV

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following press release: As states along the Gulf Coast begin voluntary evacuations and other activities in advance of Hurricane Gustav, which is expected to make landfall in the region over Labor Day Weekend, the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is coordinating the extensive support activities of numerous federal agencies in support of s more

FEI Wins $1.4 Million Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $1.4 million contract to FEI Co., Hills Boro, Ore., for laboratory equipment and supplies. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

FERC ISSUES NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF THE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT FOR THE PROPOSED JORDAN COVE, PACIFIC CONNECTOR GAS PIPELINE PROJECT

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the following notice: Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline, LP Docket No. CP07-441-000 Jordan Cove Energy Project, LP Docket No. CP07-444-000 NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF THE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT FOR THE PROPOSED JORDAN COVE LNG AND PACIFIC CONNECTOR GAS PIPELINE PROJECT The staff of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC or Commission) has prepared a draft Environmenta more

FERC ISSUES NOTICE OF COMPETING PRELIMINARY PERMIT APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR FILING, SOLICITING COMMENT, MOTIONS TO INTERVENE REGARDING FOREST COUNTY HYDROELECTRIC CORP

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the following notice: Forest County Hydroelectric Corporation Project No. 13117-000 Notice of Competing Preliminary Permit Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments and Motions to Intervene On February 13, 2008, Forest County Hydroelectric Corporation filed an application, pursuant to section 4(f) of the Federal Power Act, proposing to study the feasibility of the Tionesta D more

FERC ISSUES NOTICE OF COMPETING PRELIMINARY PERMIT APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR FILING, SOLICITING COMMENT, MOTIONS TO INTERVENE, COMPETING APPLICATIONS REGARDING MISSISSIPPI RIVER 14 HYDRO ET AL.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the following notice: Mississippi River 14 Hydro, LLC Project No. 13116-000 BPUS Generation Development, LLC Project No. 13115-000 Notice of Competing Preliminary Permit Applications Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comment, Motions to Intervene, and Competing Applications On February 15, 2008, Mississippi River 14 Hydro, LLC and BPUS Generation Development, LLC each filed a competi more

FIRST WOUNDED WARRIORS TO RETURN TO UNITS IDENTIFIED

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Randy Murray Fort Stewart Public Affairs The first nine Soldiers likely to leave Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield's Warrior Transition Unit have been identified, according to WTU Command Sgt. Maj. Randy Cowan. The reassignments are the result of changes initiated by the Department of the Army to re-structure WTU entry and exit criteria. The process to identify the first WTU Soldiers to be returned to more

FIVE FINALISTS NAMED FOR DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE LEGAL SERVICES

MADISON, Wis., Dec. 20 -- The University of Wisconsin issued the following news release: Chancellor John D. Wiley announced today (Dec. 20, 2007) that five finalists have been selected for director of Administrative Legal Services (ALS) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The finalists are: * Jennifer Lattis, assistant attorney general, Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ); * Monica Rimai, vice president and general counsel at the University of Cincinnati; * Lisa Rutherford, more

FLOOD BIHAR THREE LAST PATNA

Toll in the flood rose to 57. All communications in the affected districts were snapped as flood water entered into the telephone exchange buildings disrupting services. A Purnia report said that hundreds of people were stranded at Naulakhi village as some 3000 families had been displaced by the floods. The report said the rising water was exerting pressure upon the embankment of the JVC canal. Relief and rescue operations and the airdropping of food materials by the IAF helicopters more

Flood relief funds pour in

Kathmandu, Aug. 29 -- Millions of rupees was collected in the Prime Minister's Relief Fund Thursday as relief for people in western Sunsari affected by the Koshi flood. Armed Police Force personnel contributed over Rs. 2.5 million to the Fund. Inspector General of Armed Police Force (APF) Basu Dev Oli handed over a check for Rs 25,05,555 to Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal at the latter's office. Chairperson of APF Women's Association Shanti Oli handed over to prime minister Rs 501,111 co more

Flood relief funds pour in

FLRA ISSUES DECISION REGARDING U.S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION V HUNGRY HORSE FIELD OFFICE

WASHINGTON, July 14 -- The Federal Labor Relations Authority issued the following decision: 62 FLRA No. 98 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF RECLAMATION PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION GRAND COULEE POWER OFFICE WASHINGTON AND HUNGRY HORSE FIELD OFFICE MONTANA (Activity) and INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS LOCAL 77 (Union/Petitioner) DE-RP-07-0036 DECISION July 14, 2008 Before the Authority: Dale Cabaniss, Chairman and C more

Food poisoning hospitalises soldiers

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- At least 230 trainee soldiers were admitted to Polonnaruwa hospital following food poisoning. Five were airlifted to Ampara hospital yesterday morning. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said several soldiers at the Sandunpura Army training camp in Henanigala were admitted to hospital due to food poisoning immediately after breakfast. A full scale of investigation was launched to ascertain the cause of the incident. more

Force Protection Industries Wins $638,500 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $638,500 contract to Force Protection Industries Inc., Ladson, S.C., for ground effect vehicles, motor vehicles, trailers and cycles. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

FREE BABYSITTING COURSE

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Become a certified babysitter after taking the free 4-H/Army Child and Youth Services babysitting class for ages 13 and older. The class will be held 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Aug. 19 and 20, at Child and Youth Services, building 2752. The objectives are to familiarize participants with the responsibilities of babysitting. This class is open to all DoD ID card holders. more

FREE BABYSITTING COURSES

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Become a certified babysitter after taking the free 4-H/Army Child and Youth Services babysitting class for ages 13 and older. The classes will be held 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Aug. 19 and 20 at AA Child and Youth Services, building 2752 and Nov. 3 and 4 at the EA Child and Youth Services, building E-1902. The objectives are to familiarize participants with the responsibilities of babysitting. This class i more

FREE HOME OWNERSHIP WORKSHOPS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Army Community Service will offer free Home Ownership Workshops, 1 p.m. every Thursday, Aug. 21 through Sept. 25 at ACS, building 2754, Rodman Road. Participants may sign up for any scheduled classes: Aug. 21, 28; Sept. 4, 11, 18 and 25. These free educational workshops are designed to guide military Families and DA civilian employees through most of the financial and administrative hurdles of purch more

FROM VIETNAM TO IRAQ, ILLINOIS SOLDIER RETIRES AFTER LIFE-LONG SERVICE

GALESBURG, Ill., Aug. 26 -- The National Guard issued the following news release: By Mike Chrisman Illinois National Guard Public Affairs Office A tour in Vietnam, flood duty in 1993 and 2001, a tour in Iraq from 2005 to 2006, and flood duty in 2008. That is only part of the highlight reel for a 58-year-old Oquawka man who is about to hang up his combat boots after a military career that has spanned nearly 40 years. Staff Sgt. Norris Crooks, of Battery C, 2nd Battalion, 123rd Field Art more

Game Computer Wins $6,000 Contract

ANNISTON, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $6,000 contract to Game Computer, Eastaboga, Ala., for equipment support. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army's Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Anniston, Ala. more

General Dynamics Land Systems Division Wins $33.89 Million Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $33.89 million contract to General Dynamics Land Systems Division, Sterling Heights, Ill., for thirty M1A1 Abrams integrated management vehicles with an option for an additional thirty vehicles. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. Work will be performed in Anniston, Ala., Tallahassee, Fla., Lima, Ohio and Scranton, Pa. more

General Dynamics Lands Systems Division Wins $30.78 Million Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $30.78 million contract to General Dynamics Lands Systems Division, Sterling Heights, Mich., for procuring long lead material required to support 129 Third Armored Cavalry Regiment Abrams M1A2 system enhancement package. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. Work will be performed in Anniston, Ala., Tallahassee, Fla., Lima, Ohio and Scranton, Pa. more

Georgetown Farm Supply Wins $14,316 Contract

FORT HOOD, Texas, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $14,316 contract to Sageline Inc., operating as, Georgetown Farm Supply, Georgetown, Texas, for compact tractor with front loader and cutter. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Hood, Texas. more

Georgetown farm supply Wins $63,600 Contract

FORT HOOD, Texas, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $63,600 contract to Sageline Inc., operating as, Georgetown farm supply, Georgetown, Texas, for tractors. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Hood, Texas. more

GOV. BARBOUR NAMES FORMER BILOXI MAYOR BLESSEY AS MISSISSIPPI COAST HOUSING DIRECTOR

GULFPORT, Miss., Aug. 28 -- Gov. Haley Barbour, R-Miss., issued the following press release: Governor Haley Barbour today announced his appointment of former Biloxi Mayor Gerald Blessey as Mississippi Coast Housing Director, a position designed to facilitate progress in post-Katrina housing recovery. "Tremendous resources have been devoted to restoring and rebuilding housing on the Gulf Coast. While a lot of progress has been made, it hasn't been fast enough. As we approach the third anniv more

GOV. BESHEAR MAKES APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

FRANKFORT, Ky., Aug. 29 -- Gov. Steve Beshear, D-Ky., issued the following news release: Governor Steve Beshear has made the following appointments to the Kentucky boards and commissions: Gov. Beshear has appointed the following members to the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy to serve for terms expiring July 16, 2011. * Sarah E. Hart, of Irvine, is a licensed massage therapist and reflexologist in private practice. She represents non-owner/directors of massage therapy tra more

GOV. GREGOIRE ADDRESSES FAREWELL CEREMONY TO WASHINGTON ARMY NATIONAL GUARD 81ST HEAVY BRIGADE

OLYMPIA, Wash., Aug. 6 -- Gov. Christine Gregoire, D-Wash., issued the text of the following speech: Good afternoon, and thank you General Lowenberg. I'm truly honored to be your Commander-in-Chief and I am both humbled and honored to be with you in Yakima as you near completion of your pre-mobilization training. I know you're all very hungry and ready to enjoy your barbeque - and I definitely don't want to stand between 2,200 hot and tired soldiers and their dinner! But I am very gr more

GOV. PATERSON PROCLAIMS AUG. 16-24 AS BATTLE OF BROOKLYN WEEK

ALBANY, N.Y., Aug. 14 -- Gov. David Paterson, D-N.Y., has issued the following proclamation: Whereas, the 232nd Anniversary of the Battle of Brooklyn provides our great Nation and our great State with an occasion to celebrate the courage and determination of those who fought America's War of Independence; moreover, commemorating this milestone provides a source of inspiration and pride, as our country's military forces once again engage in activities to defend freedom-loving peoples, at home more

GOV. PERRY PRE-DEPLOYS ASSETS IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE GUSTAV

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 29 -- Gov. Rick Perry, R-Texas, issued the following press release: Gov. Rick Perry today ordered the pre-deployment of state resources in anticipation of Hurricane Gustav's potential landfall. Today's action follows the governor's disaster declaration for 61 counties issued on Thursday and readies the state to provide assistance to local officials. "For the past few days, the Texas emergency management team has been implementing our tested and proven operational plan, more

GOV. RILEY PROCLAIMS SEPT. 27 AS NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY

MONTGOMERY, Ala., Aug. 12 -- Gov. Bob Riley, R-Ala., issued the following proclamation: WHEREAS, America's system of public lands includes parks, unique landscapes, forests, wildlife refuges, historic trails, natural streams and wetlands, nature centers, gardens and other landmark areas throughout the nation that individually and collectively represent irreplaceable national resources; and WHEREAS, Public lands provide locally accessible natural and cultural resources for environmental lea more

GOVERNMENT WORKS TO EASE LOCAL FLOODING

PORT CANAVERAL, Fla., Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, 7th District, issued the following press release pertaining to the Southeastern part of the U.S.: The federal government is attempting to ease flooding in the vicinity of the Banana River, Fla., by limiting the operation of the Port Canaveral lock system. The Army Corps of Engineers will keep the Port Canaveral locks in the open position to help ease flooding. Mariners should note that the locks more

GOVERNORS ISLAND NATIONAL MONUMENT RELEASES DRAFT GENERAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

NEW YORK CITY, Jan. 16 -- The National Park Service's Governors Island National Monument issued the following news release: The National Park Service (NPS) today released the first ever Draft General Management Plan (GMP) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Governors Island National Monument (Governors Island). General management plans are required by law of all national parks and serve as long-term plans to guide the management and use of park lands, whether they are natural areas o more

Grad Student Study of Former Child Soldiers Yields New Data

ATLANTA, Aug. 13 -- Emory University issued the following news release: Former child soldiers in Nepal are more than twice as likely to suffer from symptoms of depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as Nepali children who experienced war trauma as civilians, according to a study led by Brandon Kohrt, an Emory University graduate student. It is the first published study of the mental health of child soldiers that includes comparative data with children who were not coerced into more

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Wins $9.15 Million Contract

SAVANNAH, Ga., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $9.15 million contract to Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co., Oak Brook, Ill., for beach renourishment in Tybee Island, Ga. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Engineer District, Savannah, Ga. more

GUARD BUREAU CHIEF VISITS TROOPS IN AFGHANISTAN

CAMP PHOENIX, Afghanistan, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The chief of the National Guard Bureau came to see his troops serving here during a two-day visit that began Aug. 26. Army Lt. Gen. H Steven Blum was accompanied by Army Command Sgt. Maj. David Ray Hudson, the Guard Bureau's command sergeant major, during his visit with members of the New York National Guard's 27th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and more

GUARD TROOPS PROVIDING SUPPORT DURING DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: A task force of National Guard Soldiers has spent months preparing for this week's Democratic National Convention. Joint Task Force-DNC has about 1,700 Guard members who are ready to help maintain civil order in Denver, if necessary. The task force also provides information such as satellite imagery to assist law-enforcement authorities, the Colorado Department of Transportation and the U.S. Secret Service durin more

HALLETTSVILLE ATTORNEY HONORS UNCLE WITH A PRESIDENT'S ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Feb. 25 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news release: When Hallettsville attorney and rancher Terrell Mullins thought about a way to honor his late uncle, Lt. Col. Willard Levin, he turned to an area Mullins knew his uncle cherished - education. Mullins established the Lt. Col Willard Levin President's Endowed Scholarship in the Texas A&M Foundation. "Although his degree was in engineering, Willard Levin was well versed in music, literature, and th more

HAWAII SENATOR INOUYE AWARDED NATIONAL HONOR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: A rainy morning was quickly ushered out by a welcoming Hawaiian rainbow as Soldiers, guests, and family members of the Tropic Lighting community gathered on the 25th Infantry Division parade field to recognize the achievements of a Hawaiian hero and political icon. The 25th Infantry Division honored Medal of Honor recipient, Hawaii Senator Daniel K. Inouye during a Medal of Honor flag presentation ceremony on Sills Fie more

HDR/OBG Joint Venture Wins $20 Million Contract

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $20 million contract to HDR/OBG Joint Venture, Kansas City, Mo., for architect and engineering services. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City, Mo. more

HEART SCREENING AT KUSAHC, AUG. 25 THROUGH SEPT. 4

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Walter Reed Army Medical Center Cardiac CT mobile will visit the Kirk U.S. Army Health Clinic, Aug. 25 through Sept. 4. Call today to schedule a screening, which is a 15-minute non-invasive process. Those who will benefit from a heart screening include men and women over 50; individuals with high cholesterol, diabetes, or high blood pressure; individuals who have smoked in the past or still smoke; i more

HEINRICHS EARNS SOLDIER'S MEDAL

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: Four years after risking his own life to save two swimmers who had been pulled out to sea in cold and rough waters off Virginia Beach, Va., Sgt. 1st Class Lloyd A. Heinrichs Jr., a 1st Cavalry Division Soldier at Fort Hood, Texas, received the highest military award for heroism not related to combat. Brig. Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, acting commander of the 1st Cav. Div., presented the award to Heinrichs, who is assigned t more

HELP PREVENT SOLDIER SUICIDES

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Randy Murray Fort Stewart Public Affairs Soldiers considering suicide will usually exhibit several warning signs that will let friends, Family members and battle buddies know when it's time to intervene, according to Maj. Christopher Warner, Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield's Chief of the Department of Behavioral Medicine. As part of Suicide Prevention Week, Sept. 7-13, the installation is running a more

Hill Brothers Construction Wins $58.83 Million Contract

NEW ORLEANS, La., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $58.83 million contract to Hill Brothers Construction Co. Inc., Falkner, Miss., for flood control project. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Engineer District, New Orleans, La. more

Hill Brothers Construction Wins $58.83 Million Contract

NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $58.83 million contract to Hill Brothers Construction Co. Inc., Falkner, Miss., for excavation, driving sheet pilling, driving timber pilling, driving steel pipe pilling, utility relocations, concrete box culvert construction, asphalt road work, fertilizing and seed, backfilling and other incidental work. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans. more

HISTORIC DAY A SIGNATURE OF TRANSITION TO PEACE, SECURITY IN ANBAR

RAMADI, Iraq, Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: By Gunnery Sgt. Matthew Butler Multi National Force - West The governor and the commanding general of all the Iraqi Security Forces for al-Anbar took full control and responsibility for security from coalition forces, which has loosened control of the once deadly province. The Iraqi leaders signed the Command and Control Memorandum of Understanding in a ceremony at the Anbar Governance Center here more

HOMESTEAD DEFENDERS RETURN FROM 6-MONTH DEPLOYMENT TO IRAQ

HOMESTEAD AIR RESERVE BASE, Fla., Aug. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Reserve Command issued the following news release: By Staff Sgt. Erik Hofmeyer 482nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs Thirty-six reservists from the 482nd Security Forces Squadron here returned home in grand fashion at Miami International Airport Aug. 13. They spent six months at Kirkuk Regional Air Base, Iraq, and likely expected a homecoming by the 482nd Fighter Wing. They weren't prepared for the heroes' welcome put on by th more

HONORING GOV. CLEMENT, THE CLINTON 12

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The office of Sen. Lamar Alexandar, R-Tenn., issued the following Weekly Column: This past Wednesday, I honored the courage of Governor Frank G. Clement for his role in the desegregation of Clinton High School during a ceremony at the Green McAdoo site in Clinton. In 1956, one year before Central High School in Little Rock was integrated, Governor Clement and the citizens of Clinton did what they were supposed to do by enforcing the law and successfully integrating Clint more

HUBBARD GLACIER REFUSES TO FADE AWAY

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Jan. 17 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: As you read this, a rogue glacier is again threatening a small town. Hubbard Glacier crept to within a football-field distance of ramming into Gilbert Point last June, and some scientists say that a spring 2008 closure of Russell Fiord "may be imminent." Roman Motyka, a research professor with the University of Alaska Southeast and the Geophysical Institute at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, gives Hu more

Hulsing Hotels Wins $26,415 Contract

FORT BRAGG, N.C., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $26,415 contract to Hulsing Hotels Inc., Asheville, N.C., for Pegasus retreat. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Bragg, N.C. more

HUNTER PILOTS TRAIN FOR THE ATTACK

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By kaytrina Curtis Hunter Public Affairs Hunter Army Airfield pilots of the 1st Attack Battalion, 10th Aviation Regiment kept their heads in the sky during Apache helicopter training on Fort Stewart's Multipurpose Range Complex, Aug. 19. Complete with moving targets and hilly berms, the aviators had the perfect backdrop for realistic training in preparation for their upcoming 12-month deployment to Iraq in more

HURRICANE KATRINA SURVIVOR TURNS ANGER INTO ART AT IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

AMES, Iowa, Aug. 14 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: With only two guitars and a suitcase full of clothes, Michael Stanley evacuated New Orleans 24 hours before Hurricane Katrina hit. He expected to return in a few days to his job at the New Orleans School of Glassworks and his home-a ground-floor apartment filled with his paintings and sculptures, and the countless tools used to create them. Just weeks before, he had been accepted into the Master of Fine Arts progr more

Imaging System Wins $31,346 Contract

FORT RILEY, Kan., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $31,346 contract to Imaging System LLC, Colorado Springs, Colo., for toner supplies. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Riley, Kan. This contract was set aside for total small business. more

IN MEMORIAM OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIST OF USAID WILLIAM H. JANSSEN JR.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following newsletter: William H Janssen Jr., 75, died Dec. 20, 2007, in Sebastopol, Calif. Janssen joined USAID in 1967 as an agricultural economist working in Vietnam and Indonesia. From 1974 to his retirement in 1988, Janssen was head of the Agency's agricultural division, working in the Dominican Republic, Honduras, India, and Egypt. As a contractor for USAID's Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance, he contin more

India, China military ties to get new impetus this year

New Delhi, Aug. 29 -- The navies and the air forces of India and China are seeking to engage with each other for the first time this year to build up on the goodwill generated by the first joint exercise between the two armies last year. In this endeavour, the chief of the Navy of the People's Republic of China, Wu Shengli, will visit India towards the year-end following the visit of the chief of the Indian Air Force (IAF), Air Chief Marshal Fali H. Major, to China. "The chief of the navy more

INFORMATION ISSUED BY U.S. ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR HAWAII ON AUG. 10: HAWAII'S U.S. ATTORNEY ED KUBO RECEIVES 'SEVEN SEALS AWARD'

HONOLULU, Aug. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's U.S. Attorney's office for Hawaii issued the following press release: The United States Attorney's Office announced today that Hawaii's U.S. Attorney Ed Kubo has received the "Seven Seals Award" by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), during an awards dinner at Hickam Air Force Base this Saturday. The Seven Seals Award is the highest state award given by ESGR from the Department of Defense. It is awarded in recognition more

IRAQ AID EXPANDS AS SECURITY GROWS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following newsletter: When Kent Larson leaves the Green Zone to review USAID projects, he convoys out to volatile sites in Baghdad's Sadr City to help small businesses as they reopen their doors after years of violence and militia control. Larson has been living in Baghdad for several years, first as USAID representative on the Baghdad Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) and now as head of the Iraq mission's of more

IRAQ VETERANS FIGHT BRAIN INJURIES WITH UNIQUE VA PROGRAM

PHOENIX, Aug. 19 -- The Department of Veterans Affairs' Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center issued the following news release: Veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan now have an array of tools to combat the difficulties and frustrations of subtle brain injuries and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), thanks to a unique program started recently by the Phoenix Veterans Affairs Health Care System (PVAHCS). Some of the tools they use may seem ordinary - computer games like Bejeweled and more

IRONHORSE BUGLERS ARE 'TAP'PED INTO DIVISION'S SUCCESS

CAMP LIBERTY, Iraq, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By Spc. Douglas York Multi-National Division-Baghdad Most people take a job hoping to make a living, provide for their families and to become successful. Likewise, every Soldier hopes his or her contributions will add to the overall success of the mission. Day in and day out, most Soldiers complete their duties to the best of their abilities and realize that, at the end of the day, what they did is a more

J Ranck Electric Wins $237,700 Contract

DETROIT, Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $237,700 contract to J Ranck Electric Inc., Sault Ste Marie, Mich., for switch gear assemblies replacement. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit. more

J.F. Brennan Wins $2.2 Million Contract

ST. PAUL, Minn., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $2.2 million contract to J.F. Brennan Co. Inc., La Crosse, Wis., for stoplog slot installation. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul, Minn. more

JOB VS. CAREER CLASS FOR TEEN

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Army Community Service will hold a Job vs. Career class for teens, ages 13 through 18, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., July 23, at ACS classroom building 2754. Today's workforce offers many challenges and rewards. Learning has a tremendous impact on future earnings. Teens will learn the benefit if a career over a job. The ACS Employment Program and Tina Mike, APGFCU Education director, will help guide teens thr more

John Deere Farm Implements Wins $31,537 Contract

FT. RILEY, Kan., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $31,537 contract to Concordia Tractor Inc., operating as, John Deere Farm Implements, Abilene, Kan., for John Deere 6X4 military diesel gators The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army contracting agency, Ft. Riley, Kan. more

JOHNSON RECEIVES SIGNIFICANT HONOR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: By Colie Young Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany Women's Equality Day celebrates American women being given full voting rights. Carla Johnson's story highlights and celebrates those women who not only vote, but continue to forge ahead for full equality by pounding on the so-called "glass ceiling." Johnson was recognized by Blacks In Government officials at its 30th annual National Training Conferen more

JWK Machinery Sales Wins $14,959 Contract

FORT CARSON, Colo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $14,959 contract to JWK Machinery Sales Co. Inc., Van Nuys, Calif., for mitering machine. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Carson, Colo. more

JWK Machinery Sales Wins $38,755 Contract

FORT CARSON, Colo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $38,755 contract to JWK Machinery Sales Co. Inc., Van Nuys, Calif., for hydraulic press. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Carson, Colo. more

KAMSCO Wins $511,891 Contract

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $511,891 contract to KAMSCO, Southampton, Pa., for office of project manager soldier weapons. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Armament Research, Development & Engineering Center, Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. more

KEVIN BURKE FINDS SECOND CAREER AS PARK RANGER AFTER USAID

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development issued the following newsletter: Kevin Burke, once one of the first Peace Corps volunteers, went on to spend 29 years in USAID. Now, in a second career, he is a park ranger in Cape Cod, Mass., helping visitors discover and enjoy the natural beauty of his own country. "Most Americans don't have contact with government officials beyond the postal clerk and an [Internal Revenue Service] agent calculating their work," Burke, 6 more

KEY STRATEGIC ISSUES LIST, JULY 2008

CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa., July 16 -- The U.S. War College issued the following paper: The Key Strategic Issues List (KSIL) offers military and civilian researchers a ready reference of topics that are of particular interest to the Department of the Army and the Department of Defense. The KSIL performs a valuable service by linking the research community with major defense organizations which, in turn, seek to benefit from focused research. It thus forms a critical link in an ongoing research cy more

Kin of Nepalis slain in Iraq sue US firm

Kathmandu, Aug. 29 -- Aggrieved relatives of 12 Nepalis assassinated in Iraq have filed a lawsuit in federal court against the US company KBR which apparently promised the youths work at hotels in Amman, Jordan. Kin of the 12 Nepali labourers and another Nepali filed the lawsuit accusing KBR of human trafficking and tricking innocent youths into working in war-torn Iraq, AFP reported on Thursday. One of the law firms handling the case-- Cohen, Milstein, Hausfeld and Toll-- in a statement s more

Kipper Tool Wins $18,531 Contract

FORT LEWIS, Wash., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $18,531 contract to Kipper Tool Co., Gainesville, Ga., for woodworking tool kit. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Lewis, Wash. more

KNUTZ, FORMER NORTH CENTRAL REGION COMMANDER, 1ST NATIONAL IG, PASSES

WHITEMAN AFB, Mo., Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol issued the following press release: Maj. Al Pabon Director of Public Affairs North Central Region Col. Nicholas "Doc" Knutz, former North Central Region commander, passed away Aug. 25 of a kidney infection in Kansas City, Mo. He was 77, Knutz served Civil Air Patrol at every level - squadron, group, wing and national. In addition to being commander at the squadron, wing and region levels, he was CAP's first na more

LADY EAGLES TAKE HOME USAFE TITLE

ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England, Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Air Forces in Europe News Service issued the following press release: By Airman 1st Class Torri K. Larson 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs The Lakenheath Lady Eagles smashed the Aviano Lady Dragons 10-3 in the USAFE Softball Tournament championship game Aug. 16. In the first three innings, the Lady Eagles lead an offensive charge with five runs scored and held the Lady Dragons to no score. At the top of the fourth, the Lady Dr more

Lankan war jets raid suspected LTTE targets

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- Supersonic fighter jets of the Sri Lankan Air Force Friday bombed suspected Tamil Tiger targets in northern Wanni region, where advancing government troops are locked in fierce fighting with the rebels, defence officials here said. Fighter jets conducted two air raids targeting a Sea Tiger training base and a mortar launching pad between 11.30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the rebel-held Wanni region, said air force spokesperson Group Captain Janaka Nanayakkara. Though details of more

LARGEST HONORS COLLEGE CLASS INCLUDES TWO RECEIVING SPECIAL DEAN'S AWARD

TUCSON, Ariz., May 15 -- The University of Arizona issued the following press release: Derrick Goodrich is an injured war veteran who arrived at The University of Arizona intending to influence foreign policy one day. At the age of 16, Binh Duong was sent by her parents from Vietnam to study in the United States. Both have received the Honors College's "Dean's Award for Excellence." Patricia MacCorquodale, the college's dean, grants the award to outstanding students, and it has only b more

LEADERSHIP STUDENTS EARN AWARDS

WEST POINT, N.Y., Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Military Academy issued the following news release: Two former Behavioral Sciences and Leadership students were honored by the American Sociological Association for their award-winning papers. Capt. Jana Fajardo, Class of 2001, and 2nd Lt. Chelsea Frehulfer (Cunningham), Class of 2007, were each named Elise Boulding award winners for papers on military topics by the ASA's Peace, War and Social Conflict Section in an international competition. Fajard more

LEGISLATOR DAY TO BE KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT NEW CITY MEMORIAL DAY RECOGNITION CEREMONY

NEW CITY, N.Y., May 16 -- The Rockland County Legislature issued the following press release: Rockland County Legislator Ed Day will be the keynote speaker at the Memorial Day Recognition Ceremony, which will be held after the New City Memorial Day Parade, scheduled for Monday, May 26th. The members of the William E. DeBevoise, Jr. American Legion Post 1682 organize both annual events. Legislator Day, Minority Leader of the Legislature, is a senior security consultant for a major security fir more

Lektron Wins $125,500 Contract

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $125,500 contract to Lektron Inc., Hartselle, Ala., for weapons. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Material Command, Rock Island, Ill. more

LEVEE TASK FORCE WORKS TO REPAIR, PREPARE

INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency issued the following press release: Following the devastating Midwest floods, a regional Interagency Levee Task Force (ILTF) has been established to achieve a rapid and effective response to the region's battered levees. The mission is to restore and maintain levees for the balance of this flood season and also to prepare for a time beyond that. The ILTF is a collaborative effort among n more

Life in the time of floods better in prison

NEW DELHI, India, Aug. 29 -- They fled the jail but the turbulence of the Kosi in Supaul district compelled them to return. They not only changed their plans for good but also convinced others with similar plans about the futility of fleeing. The fact came to light on Wednesday when a group of army personnel visited the Birpur jail to inquire into the reported escape of prisoners. To their utter surprise, the army personnel found the prison staff and 67 prisoners, who had fled, safe in the ja more

links with international agencies to avoid future tsunami disasters

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- Sri Lanka has established communication links with international agencies to be notified within 15 minutes of any tsunami threat, Minister of Disaster Management and Human Rights, Mahinda Samarasingha said. A tsunami caused by an earthquake took away tens of thousands of lives in Sri Lanka in 2004. "Many lives were lost, but now we have a system to deal with disaster,'' Mr. Samarasingha said in an interview with 'The Korea Times' during his visit to Korea. The extent more

LOUISIANA GUARD GEARS UP FOR GUSTAV

BATON ROUGE, La., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: The Louisiana National Guard has already activated about 3,000 troops who are monitoring and preparing for Tropical Storm Gustav, which is expected to develop into a Category 3 hurricane as it heads toward the Gulf coast. "Our Soldiers and Airmen are staged and set to deploy to our coastal parishes without hesitation," said Maj. Gen. Bennett Landreneau, adjutant general for the Louisiana National Guard. "Engin more

LOUISIANA GUARD GEARS UP FOR GUSTAV

BATON ROUGE, La., Aug. 29 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: The Louisiana National Guard has already activated about 3,000 troops who are monitoring and preparing for Tropical Storm Gustav, which is expected to develop into a Category 3 hurricane as it heads toward the Gulf coast. "Our Soldiers and Airmen are staged and set to deploy to our coastal parishes without hesitation," said Maj. Gen. Bennett Landreneau, adjutant general for the Louisiana National Guard. more

LSS UTILIZED TO IMPROVE SLING LOAD OPERATIONS

NATICK, Mass., July 11 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: Helicopters have long played a role in getting needed supplies to Soldiers in the field. One way this is accomplished is through sling loading. Sling loading is where a helicopter hovers while some type of cargo, whether it is food, ammunition or other needed equipment, is attached underneath. The load is fastened to a cargo hook via a sling set. A few years back, more

LTTE area leader killed

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- The Air Force in a combined operation ambushed an LTTE movement and killed two LTTE cadres including an area leader in Velankulam, Trincomalee on Wednesday night. Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said Air Force jointly with the Army ambushed an LTTE movement in Velankulam, North of Trincomalee attempting to attack the Air Force -Army combined check point at around 9.15 p.m. The North Trincomalee LTTE area leader Vineethan was among the dead. The bodies wer more

LTTE Batti leader arrested

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- Batticaloa LTTE leader Kannan was arrested by the Special Task Force in Kalawanchikudi yesterday in a special search operation. A haul of arms and ammunition including medical items were recovered following arrest of the suspect, Military spokesman Brigadier Udaya Nanayakkara said. The STF personnel unearthed a claymore mine, 19 detonators, a remote control device, 2kg iron balls, a receiver, two T56 assault riffles, 10 T56 magazines, 475 T56 rounds, two communication s more

MAJOR ED FREEMAN WAS A TRUE HERO

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- Sen. Larry Craig, R-Idaho, issued the following editorial: Retired U.S. Army Major Ed W. Freeman of Boise died on Sunday, August 20. His death came decades after he volunteered to fly 14 incredibly dangerous supply missions to support and rescue a Cavalry battalion pinned down in a battle zone in the Ia Drang Valley during the Vietnam War in 1965. And his passing came seven years after President George W. Bush awarded him the Congressional Medal of Honor in recogniti more

Marcus & Millichap lists 7,56,981-Square Foot Redevelopment Opportunity in Columbia, S.C., for 37.5 Million Dollars

COLUMBIA, S.C., Aug. 15 -- Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services issued the following news release: Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services, the nation's largest real estate investment services firm, has retained the exclusive listing for Midtown at Forest Acres, a 756,981-square foot redevelopment opportunity in Columbia. The listing price is $37.5 million. Bill Kohlhepp, a senior associate in the Fort Lauderdale office of Marcus & Millichap, and Thomas Perry, an i more

MASSACHUSETTS SUPPORTS AMERICA'S HIGH-TECH ARMY

NATICK, Mass., July 16 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: Teams from the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center (NSSC) and the Program Executive Officer Soldier (PEO Soldier) joined forces on July 10 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 su more

MECHANIC PLATFORM ANSWERS TECHNOLOGY NEEDS OF SOLDIERS

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., July 22 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: The days of repairing vehicles while standing on a lug nut or tire of 5-ton vehicles are coming to an end, as the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command seeks solutions to the needs of warfighter. Presently, Army vehicles do not have a stable area for mechanics to stand, while accessing the vehicle's engine compartment for preventive maintenance checks and services. Consequentl more

MEDICAL ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS

LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 26 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news release: The University of Kentucky College of Medicine honored the recipients of its 2007 Medical Alumni Association Awards during a ceremony Oct. 19 in conjunction with its Reunion Weekend. Dr. Paul G. Barash, a 1967 College of Medicine graduate, received the Distinguished Alumnus Award. This honor recognizes graduates of the medical school or residency program who have achieved a high level of excellence in more

MILITARY'S PREMIER MEDICAL TRAUMA CONFERENCE BRINGS SCIENTISTS, DOCS TOGETHER

ST. PETE'S BEACH, Fla., Aug. 20 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Scientists and battlefield medical clinicians shared their unique knowledge and experiences to advance medicine during the military's premier trauma care conference. The U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command's annual Advanced Technology Applications for Combat Casualty Care Conference was held in St. Pete's Beach, Fla. Aug. 11 to 15. What evolved from a disjointed vendor-oriented confere more

MISSING WWII PILOT IS IDENTIFIED

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- 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 from World War II, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. He is 2nd Lt. Howard C. Enoch, Jr., U.S. Army Air Forces, of Marion, Ky. He will be buried on September 22 in Arlingt more

MISSISSIPPI BOARD OF EDUCATION MEET IN JACKSON

JACKSON, Miss., Aug. 22 -- The Mississippi Department of Education issued the following news release: The Mississippi Board of Education met recently in Jackson and approved the following: Approved: * Award competitive grants for the Dyslexia Program providing services to students with dyslexia and related disorders. The grants will support regular education teachers in meeting the needs of students identified as having dyslexia and in need of multisensory, systematic language-based ins more

Missouri S&T Undergrad Earns 'Paratrooper' Title

ROLLA, Mo., March 18 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology issued the following news release: While most Missouri University of Science and Technology students were returning to classes after winter break, sophomore Jacob Brakeman was learning how to fall. Brakeman, a civil engineering major from St. Charles, Mo., was one of 12 Army cadets selected from a class of about 25,000 students nationwide to attend the Army Basic Airborne Course from Jan. 2 to 26 at Fort Benning, Ga. Bra more

MPRI Wins $9.9 Million Contract

WASHINGTON, AUG. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $9.9 million contract to MPRI, Alexandria, Va., for performing a broad range of technical financial and operational analysis in support of the Department of the Army. The contract was awarded by the Army's Contracting Center of Excellence. Work will be performed in Fort Huachuca, Ariz. and Arlington, Va. more

MUSLIM CHAPLAINS SERVE VARIOUS ROLES DURING DEPLOYMENT

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Though every chaplain in today's military has important roles, Muslim chaplains are called upon often to support units in Iraq and Afghanistan because of their expertise and cultural influence, said a military chaplain at the Pentagon. In today's Defense Department, there's an average of one Muslim chaplain for every 500 Muslim servicemembers, and with the curren more

MUTINY, MURDER, CANNIBALISM: COLE TO PRESENT FREE PUBLIC LECTURE

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, March 18 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: University of Alaska Fairbanks professor Terrence Cole will give a free public presentation, "Mutiny, Murder and Cannibalism: The Tragic Tale of A.W. Greely, the Man Who Connected Nome to the Outside World," Tuesday, March 25 at 7 p.m. in the Westmark Gold Room. Cole, director of UAF's Office of Public History, will tell the story of the tragic hero of the Arctic who failed as an explorer, but ultima more

NATICK'S CHIEF COUNSEL RECEIVES AMC AWARD

NATICK, Mass., Aug. 22 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: John Stone, chief counsel, U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center and U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center here is the recipient of the U.S. Army Materiel Command's (AMC) Joyce I. Allen Attorney of the Year Award for 2008. Robert Parise, command counsel chief, AMC, presented Stone with the award July 10 during the AMC Continuing Legal Edu more

NATIONAL CONVENTION BRINGS GUARD TO DENVER

DENVER, Colo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: National Guard troops from across the country descended on Denver this week to help support one of the largest events the city had ever seen. While Denver hosted the Democratic National Convention, units from the Georgia, Nebraska, Utah and Wyoming National Guards met - some for the first time ever - to support the Colorado National Guard, along with state and local authorities. "It's an eclectic group," said Col more

NATIONAL GUARD YOUTH FOUNDATION TEAMS UP WITH ROTOHOG.COM FOR FANTASY FOOTBALL PROMOTION

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 29 -- The National Guard issued the following news release: The National Guard Youth Foundation (NGYF) has teamed up with the fantasy sports Web site, Rotohog.com, to create a National Guard branded fantasy football game. For each user who signs up, Rotohog.com will donate $1 to the National Guard Youth Foundation. The game can be found at www.rotohog.com/ngyf. "We are excited to be able to partner with the National Guard Youth Foundation on this project," said Kel more

NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD REGIONAL DIRECTOR ISSUES DECISION REGARDING IRON MOUNTAIN INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

MOONACHIE, N.J., July 14 -- The National Labor Relations Board issued the following decision by a regional director: BEFORE THE NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD REGION 22 IRON MOUNTAIN INFORMATION MANAGEMENT, INC. Employer and CASE 22-RC-12930 LOCAL UNION NO. 560, International Brotherhood of Teamsters Petitioner DECISION AND DIRECTION OF ELECTION I. INTRODUCTION The Petitioner seeks to represent a unit of about 36 transportation service specialists, herein TSSs or couri more

NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD REGIONAL DIRECTOR ISSUES DECISION REGARDING UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY

WASHINGTON, July 31 -- The National Labor Relations Board issued the following decision by a regional director: BEFORE THE NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD SEVENTH REGION UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY Employer and MICHIGAN EDUCATION ASSOCIATION Case 7-UC-616 Petitioner APPEARANCES: Craig S. Schwartz, Attorney, of Detroit, Michigan, for the Employer. Michael K. Lee, Attorney, of Southfield, Michigan, for the Petitioner. DECISION AND ORDER Upon a petition filed under more

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE PLANS ANALYSIS OF PROPOSED POWER LINE ROUTE

BUSHKILL, Pa., Aug. 6 -- The National Park Service's Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area issued the following press release: Superintendent John J. Donahue announced today that the PPL Electric Utilities (PPL) and Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) have notified the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area of their selection of Alternative Route B as their preferred alternative for the proposed new and much larger Susquehanna to Roseland transmission line. The National more

NAVIGATION PREPARATIONS FOR TROPICAL STORM FAY BEGINNING ON LAKE OKEECHOBEE, KISSIMMEE RIVER

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 18 -- The South Florida Water Management District issued the following news release: Table omited(The document can be viewed at https://my.sfwmd.gov/portal/page?_pageid=3034,19800838,3034_19800997:3034_19801083&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTAL) The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) reports the navigation locks on Lake Okeechobee will closed to all boat traffic beginning at 5 p.m. on Monday, August 18, in preparation for Tropical Storm Fay, which may reac more

NCCU Joins Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium

DURHAM, N.C., March 18 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following press release: The Rural Domestic Preparedness Consortium (RDPC) is pleased to announce the addition of North Carolina Central University (NCCU) as the newest academic partner preparing rural emergency responders nationwide for incidents of an all-hazards nature. RDPC is a United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Training and Exercise Integration division partnership of academic institutions with a more

NEW HORIZONS LEAVES BEHIND QUALITY-OF-LIFE PROJECTS, GOODWILL WITH PERUVIANS

AYACUCHO, Peru, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Capt. David Tomiyama Task Force New Horizons Public Affairs After three months of construction, medical missions and bonding with the people of Peru, U.S. servicemembers here completed their mission of providing humanitarian aid to the people there. Since June 1, a rotating task force of 950 active duty, reservists and Guardsmen from the Air Force, Marines, Army and Navy built three medical clinics, tw more

NEW HORIZONS PERU LEAVES BEHIND QUALITY OF LIFE PROJECTS, GOODWILL

AYACUCHO, Peru, Aug. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Southern Command issued the following press release: After three months of construction, medical missions and bonding with the people of Peru, U.S. servicemembers here completed their mission of providing humanitarian aid to the underprivileged. Since June 1, a rotating task force of 950 active duty, Reservists and Guardsmen from the Air Force, Marines, Army and Navy built three medical clinics, two school houses, a fresh water we more

NEW PROFESSORSHIP AT UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HONORS ENGINEERING ALUMNUS ASHTON

IOWA CITY, Iowa, Aug. 22 -- The University of Iowa's College of Engineering issued the following news release: The University of Iowa College of Engineering has established its 17th endowed faculty position with the creation of the William D. Ashton Professorship in Civil Engineering. The new professorship honors UI engineering graduate William Ashton of Davenport, Iowa. The professorship is supported by the Ashton Professorships Fund at the UI Foundation, which was created by a recent maj more

NEWS TIPS FOR THE WEEK OF SEPT. 1

PIERRE, S.D., Aug. 29 -- Gov. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., issued the following press tips: The following are news tips from offices and agencies within South Dakota State Government: Through Monday, September 1 -The South Dakota Highway Patrol is again stepping up drunk driving enforcement efforts. It's part of the national "Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest." crackdown that runs through the end of the month. During the campaign, the Patrol will hold more than 30 sobriety checkpoints an more

NJ Army National Guard and BCC Coordinate Exercise

PEMBERTON, N.J., Aug. 18 -- Burlington County College issued the following news release: The New Jersey Army National Guard is teaming up with Burlington County College to conduct an emergency response exercise. The drill is scheduled for August 26 and will be held on the Mt. Laurel campus at 6 am. This exercise will simulate a terrorist bio-hazard attack on Laurel Hall and will include use of military personnel in protective gear, uniforms and emergency vehicles. There will not be any liv more

NO EMERGENCY SERVICE AT KUSAHC

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Kirk U.S. Army Health Clinic is not equipped or staffed to provide emergency medical care. Neither the Aberdeen Area nor Edgewood Area clinics should be considered suitable destinations to receive healthcare for a medical emergency. For emergencies, call 911. APG's EMS service is manned with paramediclevel emergency medical technicians and state-ofthe- art equipment to provide emergency care while e more

NOMINATIONS DUE FOR WOMEN'S EQUALITY DAY AWARDS PROGRAM

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: In recognition of Women's Equality day, APG will hold an awards program, 10 a.m., Aug. 26, at the U.S. Army Ordnance Center and Schools, Ball Conference Center, building 3074. Awards will acknowledge those individuals and organizations exemplary in their support of the Federal Women's Program objectives. Award categories are Outstanding Woman of the Year, Outstanding Supervisor/ Manager of the Year more

NORTHERN SEA ICE TAKES BIG HIT IN 2007

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Dec. 13 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: In 1980, the dense ice that floats on the Arctic Ocean like a large, moving jigsaw puzzle took up about the same area as the entire Lower 48 states; in September 2007, it was about as big as the U.S. east of the Mississippi River, said Don Perovich of the U.S. Army Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory in New Hampshire. The ice loss in 2007, 23 percent greater than the previous record in 2005, more

NSRDEC OFFICER ATTENDS RED TEAM LEADER COURSE

NATICK, Mass., July 24 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: Recently, Col. Malcolm Burr, senior operations officer, U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and Engineering Center (NSRDEC), 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." more

OHSU Cancer Institute Researchers Find Novel Chemo Drug Helps Treat Prostate Cancer

PORTLAND, Ore., June 2 -- Oregon Health & Science University issued the following news release: International study of Sagopilone shows promise in some cases of advanced prostate cancer Abstract #5141 Phase II Study of Sagopilone Plus Prednisone as First-Time Chemotherapy in Patients with with Metastatic Androgen-Independent Prostate Cancer Men with a certain type of prostate cancer have been shown to respond to a new chemotherapy drug, Sagopilone, plus prednisone in an international more

OLYMPIC OPENING CEREMONY CELEBRATES 'ONE WORLD, ONE DREAM'

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs Six hundred people were involved in the installation, ignition, direction, supervision and safety of setting off 11,456 fireworks from 287 points atop the stadium and 8,428 more from 27 positions in the central area during the Opening Ceremony of the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing on Aug. 8. There were another 1,462 glowing and sparkling fireworks more

ONE MILLION SAPLINGS PLANTED IN DELHI EVERY YEAR: SHEILA

New Delhi, Aug 29 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit today said planting of one million saplings every year has resulted in expansion of green area in Delhi, which has earned a special distinction of being the greenest Capital-city in the world. Giving the entire credit for this big feat to school children who have been contributing substantially through more than 2000 eco-clubs functional in educational institutions, Ms Dikshit said she would visit New York for three days next month more

OPERATION RISING STAR EXPANDS ELIGIBILITY, BRINGS BACK LIVE FINALS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Bill Bradner FMWRC Public Affairs Preliminary competitions to determine the Army's best vocalist are now underway at 47 installations, camps or forward operating bases across the globe- as the search for the Army's 2008 Rising Star is now underway. "We are really excited to expand the program to 8 deployed sites in Iraq, Kosovo and Honduras," said Kristen Kea, Event Planner more

ORISSA HC DIRECTS CENTRE TO PROVIDE FORCE TO KANDHAMAL

Cuttack, Aug 29 (UNI) Orissa High Court today directed the Centre to provide adequate central para-military force as and when required by the state government to contain the violence in the riot -hit Kandhamal and other places in the state. A division bench of the court, comprising Chief Justice B S Chouhan and Justice B N Mohapatra, also issued notices to both the Centre and the state government to clarify their stand on the demand for a CBI probe into the violence. The Utkal Christian more

Pacific Star Communications Wins $18,633 Contract

FORT LEWIS, Wash., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $18,633 contract to Pacific Star Communications Inc., Portland, Org., for sub loop analyser. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Lewis, Wash. more

PAMSXXXII_FINAL_CLOSING

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Jason Shepherd United States Army, Pacific Senior leaders and security officers from 30 countries converged here Aug. 25-29 with the goal of sharing experiences, fostering partnerships and furthering multi-lateral cooperation in the Pacific region during this year's Pacific Army Management Seminar. PAMS is the U.S. Army's largest Asia-Pacific theater security cooperation program more

Parker Hannifin Wins $52,421 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $52,421 contract to Parker Hannifin Corp., Modesto, Calif., for pumps and compressors. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

PENNSYLVANIA RENAISSANCE FAIRE TICKETS AVAILABLE

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Tickets are available for the 2007 Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, located on 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim, Pa. Tickets cost $22.50 each for adults and $9 for children ages 5 through 11. The Renaissance Faire will be held on weekends through Oct. 26. Enjoy a marvelous trip back in time to the days of yore featuring 35 acres of Jousting Knights and Royal Delights. Tickets are good for any day entrance more

PHARMACY STUDENTS FIRST FOR NEW EDUCATION BUILDING ON ANSCHUTZ MEDICAL CAMPUS

DENVER, Oct. 16 -- The University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center issued the following news release: WHAT: The University of Colorado Denver's (UCD) School of Pharmacy students will be the first students to step foot in the new Education-1 building for orientation of the new campus at the Anschutz Medical Campus. Contractors are in the process of putting the finishing touches on all of the new education buildings on campus and the School of Pharmacy students will begin their more

PHILANTHROPIST STROECKER TO BE NAMED 2007 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Sept. 7 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: The University of Alaska Fairbanks Alumni Association will honor lifelong Fairbanksan and local philanthropist Bill Stroecker with the 2007 Distinguished Alumnus Award. Stroecker will receive the award at a Sept. 21 luncheon at the Princess Riverside Lodge. The event is part of the alumni association's annual reunion, scheduled for Sept. 20-22. Stroecker was born in Fairbanks in 1920. He graduated more

PICATINNY HELPS SUPPORT WARFIGHTERS ON HOME FRONT

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 6 -- The Picatinny Arsenal issued the following news release: Providing support for families of deployed service members is not an easy task, yet the Picatinny community continues to excel in bringing families together in their time of need. Picatinny held the annual "America's Day for Kids" picnic here August 1, but this year there were some very special guests. Along with the 177 kids that were already here as part of a summer camp program, two bus loads of more

PILOT MISSING IN ACTION FROM THE KOREAN WAR IS IDENTIFIED

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- 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 the Korean War, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. He is Sgt. Edward J. O'Brien, U.S. Army, of Omaha, Neb. He will be buried July 2 in Minneapolis, Minn. more

PIONEER BASEBALL TEAM HIRES NEW COACH EVANS

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn., Aug. 28 -- Northland Community & Technical College issued the following news release: Northland College Dean of Student Development Steve Crittenden recently announced the hiring of Brad Evans as Northland College's new head baseball coach. Evans replaces Steve Gust, who led the Pioneer's program for the past four years before accepting the head coaching position at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, South Dakota. Evans will also serve as an assistant coach for more

PLANNING AHEAD HELPS PET BOARDING PROCESS

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Bob Mathews Fort Stewart DMWR Public Affairs Making sure everything goes smoothly when you drop your dog or cat off at Fort Stewart's Pet Boarding Facility comes down to a couple of simple things: plan ahead and preregister. Planning ahead, said Susan Chipple, whose duties as Outdoor Recreation supervisor and recreation specialist include oversight of the pet facility is key to making sure that you secure more

PLANS GO INTO HIGH GEAR AS GUSTAV APPROACHES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Tropical Storm Gustav is expected to intensify over the weekend and strike the U.S. Gulf Coast as a Category 3 hurricane by the morning of Sept. 2, Federal Emergency Management Agency officials said today. Local, state and federal agencies are coordinating responses now, well in advance of the approach of the storm, officials said at a FEMA news conference. R more

PLEASANT VALLEY'S PRINCIPAL TALKS TO STUDENTS FROM KUWAIT

WICHITA, Kan., Aug. 19 -- Wichita Public Schools has issued the following news release: Capt. Michael Archibeque, principal at Pleasant Valley Middle School, spent time talking with his students via satellite and computer link from Kuwait to encourage them to do well this school year. Archibeque, who's in the Army Reserves, was deployed to Kuwait in March. Archibeque said he missed being involved in the start of the new school year and missed his students and staff. Acting principal Ron Van S more

PORTRAIT UNVEILING HONORS MINING PIONEER BEISTLINE

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Sept. 19 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: Dean and Professor Emeritus Earl H. Beistline was honored for his contributions to the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the Alaska mining industry during a portrait unveiling this week. The unveiling coincided with the College of Engineering and Mines' convocation ceremony in the Duckering Building, where staff and faculty members shared their memories of Beistline and celebrated his achievements. more

POW LEGACY LIVES IN STONE

CAMP ATTERBURY, Ind., Aug. 27 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: The legacy of a World War II prisoner of war lives on through a rock that marks the entrance of Camp Atterbury. Libero Puccini, one of the crafters of that monument, recently passed away. Col. Barry Richmond, Camp Atterbury commander, said that Camp Atterbury was blessed by the opportunity to share Libero's life. "That big stone that Libero carved over six decades ago still marks our entrance. And i more

POWERED UP: UPGRADE OF ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INCREASES RELIABILITY

NATICK, Mass., Aug. 19 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: In June 2008, the upgrade of the high voltage electrical distribution system at the U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center (SSC) here was completed. A contract for $8.5 million to upgrade and privatize the ownership, operation and maintenance of the system had been awarded to the NSTAR Electric Company from the Defense Energy Support Center (DESC) in September 2006. " more

Prachanda fails to dam disputes, cabinet expansion put off

Kathmandu, Aug. 29 -- Dogged by dispute from its very birth, the Maoist-led government of Nepal Friday failed to expand Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda's mini cabinet with feuds now erupting in the former guerrilla party itself. Prachanda, who had fought a successful 10-year war against Nepal's powerful royal family, however, failed for the third time in a row to stem the discord in his own party, leading to the induction of new ministers being put off till Sunday. Earlier, it more

PRESIDENT BUSH ANNOUNCES PRESIDENTIAL DELEGATION TO PARALYMPIC GAMES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The White House released the following press release: President George W. Bush announced today the designation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the Opening Ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Beijing, China on September 6, 2008. The Honorable James B. Peake, M.D., Secretary of Veterans Affairs, will lead the delegation. Members of the Presidential Delegation are: The Honorable Clark T. Randt, Jr., United States Ambassador to the People's Republic of China more

PRESIDENT BUSH SIGNS SENS. FEINSTEIN-CHAMBLISS, REPS. NUNES-COSTA LEGISLATION TO PROTECT BENEFITS OF AMERICA'S MILITARY 'SOLE SURVIVORS'

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., issued the following news release: President Bush today signed into law the Hubbard Act, to protect the benefits of America's military "sole survivors," introduced by Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Senator Saxby Chambliss (R-Ga.), Representative Devin Nunes (R-Calif.), and Representative Jim Costa (D-Calif.). The law is named in honor of California's Hubbard brothers. Jared and Nathan Hubbard lost their lives servi more

PRESTIGIOUS MEDICAL JOURNAL JAMA PUBLISHES STUDY BY SENIOR FHP&R INTERNATIONAL HEALTH RESEARCHER

BETHESDA, Md., Aug. 12 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Deployment Health Support Directorate issued the following press release: Lynn Lawry, MD, MSPH, MSc, director of research and education with the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, (USU) Center for Disaster and Humanitarian Assistance Medicine (CDHAM), is the senior author of a manuscript titled, Association Between Combatant Status and Sexual Violence and Health and Mental Health in Post-Conflict Liberia." The artic more

Prince Harry wants to return to the Afghanistan frontline

London, Aug. 29 -- Britain's Prince Harry, who did a tour of military duty in Afghanistan last year, wants to silence his critics by taking another shot at the Taliban. His last mission was a success, despite being cruelly cut short. Harry feels his rightful place is on the front line with his men, reports The Sun. His commanders are likely to experience his ire if they tell him that his return to the front is a non-starter. The disappointment of spending 12 months training for nothi more

PROGRAM FOCUSES ON PSYCHOLOGICAL HEALTH & TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY RESEARCH

WASHINGTON, July 11 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Deployment Health Support Directorate issued the following press release: Presenting at FHP&R's Veteran Service Organization/Military Service Organization Monthly Roundtable was Col. Janet Harris, Director of the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP) at the United States Army Medical Research and Material Command. The CDMRP controls a number of ground-breaking research initiatives and is a partnership between consumer more

Proto-Tek Manufacturing Wins $296,793 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $296,793 contract to Proto-Tek Manufacturing Inc., Roseville, Mich., for vehicular brake, steering, axle wheel components. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

PUBLIC HEARING ON GOVERNORS ISLAND NATIONAL MONUMENT'S DRAFT GENERAL MANAGEMENT PLAN

NEW YORK, March 3 -- The National Park Service's Governors Island National Monument issued the following news release: The National Park Service (NPS) is holding a public hearing on Governors Island National Monument's Draft General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement (GMP/EIS). During the hearing, speakers may present oral and written testimony to NPS which will become part of the public record. The GMP/EIS is required by law of all national parks and serves as a long-term pla more

PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF OKLAHOMA MAKES $10,000 SCHOLARSHIP CONTRIBUTION TO OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

OKMULGEE, Okla., June 6 -- Oklahoma State University-Okmulgee issued the following news release: Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO), a subsidiary of American Electric Power (NYSE: AEP), donated $10,000 in scholarship funds to Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology in support of the university's new Power Plant Technology Associate in Applied Science degree program. PSO representatives presented the check to OSU Institute of Technology's president Bob Klabenes and Engineering more

Putin alleges Bush orchestrated Georgia war to get McCain elected as next Prez

Moscow, Aug. 29 -- Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has said that the Georgia conflict may have been orchestrated by US President George Bush in a bid to get his party's presidential nominee John McCain win this November election. Though Putin did not specify which candidate he was talking about, but there was no doubt that he was referring to Senator John McCain, the Republican presidential dandidate, reported the New York Times. According to the paper, the Georgia conflict has beco more

RAILWAYS TO RAISE RS 90 CRORE FOR FLOOD VICTIMS IN BIHAR

New Delhi, Aug 29 (UNI) Charging Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar with 'criminal negligence' of not taking any preemptive steps to safeguard embankments of Kosi river, Railway Minister Lalu Prasad today said the Railways would raise Rs 90 crore for the flood victims. Addressing a press conference after meeting Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Home Minister Shivraj Patil, the Railway Minister said he had requested them for additional companies of Army, Navy and Air Force in addition to par more

RAMSCO Wins $34,608 Contract

FORT DRUM, N.Y., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $34,608 contract to Albany Municipal Supply Co. Inc., operating as, RAMSCO, Watervliet, N.Y., for Storz adaptor with cap. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Drum, N.Y. more

Raytheon Wins $3.48 Million Contract

FORT MONMOUTH, N.J., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $3.48 million contract to Raytheon Co., Fort Wayne, Ind., for miscellaneous communication equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Materiel Command, Fort Monmouth, N.J. more

RE-ENLISTING EN MASSE

BAGHDAD, Iraq, July 6 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By Mike Tharp McClatchy Newspapers The U.S. military in Iraq celebrated the Fourth of July with what it billed as "the largest re-enlistment ceremony ever held," with 1,215 soldiers, Marines, sailors and airmen re-pledging allegiance to America. Gen. David Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Iraq, administered the oath in Saddam Hussein's former Al-Faw Palace. John Phillip Sousa's marches blended with roars more

RECAP, SCHEDULE OF APG/HCPS PARTNERSHIPS IN EDUCATION ACTIVITIES

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The 2007-2008 school year included many activities bringing together partners from Harford County Public Schools and organizations from Aberdeen Proving Ground. The 2008-2009 school year promises to be just as exciting with the many activities listed below. Aberdeen High School The Command and Staff Department, specifically Chief Warrant Officer 4 Larry Giles may work with school counselors on more

REP. EDWARDS ADDRESSES DEPLOYMENT CEREMONY FOR 124TH CAVALRY REGIMENT OF TEXAS ARMY NATIONAL GUARD

WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Chet Edwards, D-Texas (17th CD), issued the text of the following speech: Mobilization Ceremony for Task Force Saber to Iraq/Texas National Guard/1st Squadron of the 124th Cavalry Regiment AND Delta Company of the 949th Brigade Support Battalion/July 27, 2008 Lieutenant Colonel Gaudsmith, Mayor Dupuy, Representative Anderson� It is a humbling privilege for me to be here with all of you today. You know, there are a lot of people in this audience who might be c more

REP. EDWARDS ADDRESSES URGING PASSAGE OF NEW GI BILL

WASHINGTON, May 21 -- Rep. Chet Edwards, D-Texas (17th CD), issued the text of the following speech: A young president, a veteran of the greatest generation, once reminded the world that Americans would "pay any price, bear any burden�in order to assure the survival and the success of liberty." His, the generation of John F. Kennedy, understood that all Americans had a moral obligation to support those who have paid the greatest price and borne the heaviest burdens of war--our troops, our more

REP. FILNER'S CONGRESSIONAL UPDATE, FEB. 2008: HONORING VIETNAM VETERAN, ANTHONY LAFALCE

WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 -- Rep. Bob Filner, D-Calif. (51st CD), issued the following newsletter: I was honored to present Vietnam Veteran, Anthony LaFalce, with his Purple Heart Medal. Anthony was also previously awarded the Bronze Star, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal in recognition of his honorable service in the United States Army. The Purple Heart is a U.S. Military medal awarded in the name of the President to service-members who have been more

REP. KANJORSKI ANNOUNCES SIGNING OF DESIGN AGREEMENT FOR BLOOMSBURG FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Rep. Paul E. Kanjorski, D-Pa. (11th CD), issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Paul E. Kanjorski (PA-11) announced the signing of an agreement between the Bloomsburg Area Joint Flood Control Authority and the Army Corps of Engineers for the design phase of the Bloomsburg Flood Control Project. Congressman Kanjorski secured authorization for $44.5 million for this project through the Water Resources Development Act in 2007. "I am pleased to see this im more

REP. MCGOVERN ISSUES STATEMENT ON COLOMBIA FREE TRADE ACT

WASHINGTON, April 10 -- Rep. James P. McGovern, D-Mass. (3rd CD), issued the following statement: I thank the gentlelady for her leadership in this important debate. And I rise in strong support of this Rule. M. Speaker, the policies of the Bush Administration have produced an American economy in crisis. People are losing their jobs. Fuel prices are at a record high. Food prices have dramatically increased. Confidence in the economy is at an all time low. Maybe this is a radical idea - more

REP. MCGOVERN ISSUES STATEMENT ON FISCAL 2009 NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATIONS ACT - RESTORE PUBLIC ACCESS TO WHINSEC NAMES

WASHINGTON, May 22 -- Rep. James P. McGovern, D-Mass. (3rd CD), issued the following speech: Let me begin by thanking Chairman Skelton for his generosity and support of this amendment. Mr. Chairman, this amendment is quite simple. For over forty years, the names of graduates and instructors at the former U.S. Army School of the Americas and now the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation were available to the public. All that was required was a phone call or letter to school more

REP. RYAN ENCOURAGES STUDENTS SEEKING NOMINATIONS TO U.S. SERVICE ACADEMIES TO APPLY

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis. (1st CD), issued the following news release: 1st District Congressman Paul Ryan today encouraged students and eligible military personnel in the 1st Congressional District who seek a nomination to the U.S. Air Force, Military, Naval, or Merchant Marine Academies to submit their applications to his Janesville Constituent Services Center. All completed applications must be received by November 1, 2008. The evaluation of nomination requests will be b more

Rescued from torture: the story of Harshi

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- It was early in the month of July when the Police Women and Children's Bureau in Colombo received a devastating letter. The envelope stated "urgent" and was from the Mahara Divisional Secretariat explaining the plight of a 15-year-old girl in Gampaha. The letter which was addressed to the OIC of the Bureau, immediately grabbed his attention. Although the Bureau has to date investigated and saved the lives of many distressed children in the island, it was not everyday that more

RETIRED ARMY COLONEL, FOREIGN DIPLOMAT TO SPEAK ON PEACE, DISSENT, FOREIGN POLICY AT UC SAN DIEGO

LA JOLLA, Calif., April 22 -- The University of California at San Diego issued the following press release: A retired Army colonel and foreign diplomat who resigned from the U. S. Foreign Service in 2003 in disagreement with the Bush administration decision to go to war in Iraq will speak on peace and foreign policies at 7 p.m. April 28 in the Price Center at the University of California, San Diego. Peace activist Ann Wright will address Dissent: Voices of Conscience at a panel discussion more

RETIRED MILITARY, FOREIGN SERVICE OFFICER DISCUSSES DISSENT

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 31 -- The University of Central Florida, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news release: Ann Wright, a retired U.S. Army colonel and former career Foreign Service officer, asked a UCF audience of more than 100 Tuesday, "If the government asks you to do criminal things when you know they are wrong, should you do it?" Wright is the author of "Dissent: Voices of Conscience," which she describes as "a series of profiles of men and wome more

Rising Sun Construction Wins $5 Million Contract

ST. PAUL, Minn., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $5 million contract to Rising Sun Construction Inc., Fargo, N.D., for Fargo Ridgewood levee project. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Engineer District, St. Paul, Minn. more

RLC Institute Passes Torch to 'Buck'

INA, Ill., Aug. 28 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release: The Rend Lake College Institute of Lifelong Learning honored student William "Buck" Morris with its third annual Lifelong Learning Award Tuesday during the institute's welcome reception at Historic Independence Schoolhouse on the main campus in Ina. Morris has taken classes at RLC since 1980 - from woodworking to ballroom dancing, and computer science to fitness training. The 87-year-old Benton resident has 26 cours more

ROUTE 291 Wins $133,794 Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $133,794 contract to ROUTE 291, Ridley Park, Pa., for aircraft rotary wing. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

Roy Devis Wins $14,615 Contract

FORT CARSON, Colo., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $14,615 contract to N Controll LLC, operating as, Roy Devis, Mauldin, S.C., for helmet mount video camera system. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Carson, Colo. more

SAILOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS

FORT BELVOIR, Va., Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Army Management Staff College issued the following news release: Initiative, command involvement and care for fellow shipmates proved valuable for 2008 Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet Sailor of the Year recipient, Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 1st Class Justin Melton. The Sailor of the Year (SOY) program was sponsored by the CNO, recognizing the Navy's outstanding Sailors through numerous presentations, awards and meritorious advancement to the next more

Saint-Gobain Ceramics & Plastics Wins $75,000 Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $75,000 contract to Saint-Gobain Ceramics & Plastics Inc., Milford, N.H., for physical properties testing equipments. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

SANTA MARIA CITY COUNCIL ISSUES MINUTES OF MARCH 18 MEETING

SANTA MARIA, Calif., March 18 -- The Santa Maria City Council issued the following meeting minutes: INVOCATION: Assistant City Manager Haydon gave the invocation. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG: Councilmember Trujillo led the pledge of allegiance. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Lavagnino called the Regular Meeting of the City Council to order at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT Councilmembers Orach, Patino, Trujillo, Zacar�as, and Mayor Lavagnino. STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT City Mana more

SAT PREPARATION

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Child and Youth Services will hold Scholastic Aptitude Test preparation classes, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 4 through 8, at CYS Administrative Offices, building 2752 Rodman Road for students in grades 9 through 12. Students can be a step ahead for the SAT. Classes will assist students in sharpening the verbal skills needed for being successful when taking the SAT. The class also prepares students for th more

SCHWEINFURT BOSS EVENT SERIES TAKES TOP ARMY HONORS

SCHWEINFURT, Germany, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Kimberly Gearhart USAG Schweinfurt Public Affairs Schweinfurt is once again pulling in Armywide recognition as a community on the forefront of Family and Soldier programming. On the heels of a Department of the Army recognition for having the best recreation center, the U.S. Army Garrison Schweinfurt Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers program earned honors for best event in its category. The "Thi more

Science & Engineering Services Wins $359,607 Contract

ROCK ISLAND, Ill., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $359,607 contract to Science & Engineering Services Inc., Huntsville, Ala., for modification of equipment. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Sustainment Command, Rock Island, Ill. more

SEARCH SUSPENDED FOR MISSING FLOATPLANE

JUNEAU, Alaska, Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Coast Guard, 17th District, issued the following press release: The search for the two missing Juneau men whose floatplane did not return as scheduled on Saturday, August 9 has been suspended pending any new developments. Brian Andrews, 56 and his son, Brandon Andrews, 24 did not return from a trip to Young Lake after leaving Juneau at about 3:45 p.m. Saturday, August 9. They dropped a family member off in Juneau w more

Security forces in conflict zones to get their dues

NEW DELHI, India, Aug. 29 -- Security personnel in India's conflict zones will finally get their due. The government has decided to give a generous dose of allowances to lakhs of central police personnel who guard India's treacherous borders, go after naxalites and insurgents in central and Northeast India and fight terrorists like the ones that took hostages in Jammu on Wednesday. "We have received in-principle approval to the proposal from the Union Cabinet," a senior home ministry official more

SECURITY GAINS SET STAGE FOR ECONOMIC PROGRESS IN IRAQ

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Improvements in the security situation south of Baghdad have enabled economic and political progress, and the continued development of the Iraqi security forces will advance those gains, a U.S. commander said yesterday. Progress across those multiple fronts is interconnected, Army Brig. Gen. Jeffrey Buchanan, deputy commanding general for operations for Multination more

SERVICE IN AFGHANISTAN: AN AIRMAN'S PERSPECTIVE

ALTUS AFB, Okla., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news release: Reactions to the war in Afghanistan among the American populace are unsurprisingly mixed. However, the majority of American opinion regarding our involvement in Afghanistan seems to be marked by apathy at best, and negativity at worst. Many of the naysayers about our efforts there seem to group this operation with the one in Iraq and label both of them as hopeless. Neverthe more

SERVICEMEMBERS EMPLOY RECESSION BUFFERS, STILL SEEK HELP

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Military members receive some buffers from hard times through benefits like housing and meal allowances, commissaries and a strong support network. But they feel the crunch of increasing prices like everyone else. Finance professionals who work directly with servicemembers say they are seeing more requests for help from soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines. more

SEVEN CAREERS COME TO AN END DURING JUNE RETIREMENT CEREMONY

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Three Soldiers and four civilians officially ended their careers during the June Retirement ceremony at Top of the Bay June 25. The honorees included Lt. Col. Andy L. Lambert, U.S. Army Cadet Command and Morgan State University; 1st Sgt. David M. Arbelle and Sgt. 1st Class Mark A. Grimshaw, U.S. Army Ordnance Mechanical Maintenance School; Richard C. Albins, and Suzanne M. Corbin, Aberdeen Proving Grou more

SHREVEPORT CITY COUNCIL ISSUES MINUTES FOR JULY 22 MEETING

SHREVEPORT, La., Jul. 22 -- The Shreveport City Council issued the following meeting minutes: CC 3827 07 29 08 Council Proceedings of the City of Shreveport, Louisiana July 22, 2008 The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Shreveport, State of Louisiana was called to order by Chairman Joe Shyne at 3:04 p.m., Tuesday, July 22, 2008, in the Government Chambers in Government Plaza (505 Travis Street). Invocation was given by Deacon Homer Mattox. Councilman Shyne: more

SIGNATURE OF PEACE, SECURITY PREPARES ANBAR FOR PREVENTIAL IRAQI CONTROL

Simmonds Precision Products Wins $55.86 Million Contract

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $55.86 million contract to Simmonds Precision Products Inc., Vergennes, Vt., for optical sighting and ranging equipments. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal, Ala. more

SIXTEEN SOLDIERS SET TO BOLSTER TEAM USA AT OLYMPIC GAMES

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 4 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs Sixteen members of the U.S. Army Family will compete, coach or serve as training partners for Team USA at the 29th Olympic Games Aug. 8-24 in Beijing. U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program Greco-Roman heavyweight wrestler Staff Sgt. Dremiel Byers will compete in the 264.5-pound weight class on Aug. 14. Byers, a world champion in 2002, w more

SKIES UNLIMITED GYMNASTICS PROGRAM

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Gymnastics classes will be held Sept. 13 through Nov. 8 on Saturdays. Class groups include ages 2 and a half to 4, 9 to 10 a.m.; ages 5 to 7, 10 to 11 a.m.; and ages 8 to 18, 11 a.m. to noon. Youths not already enrolled in the child and Youth Services Program will pay an additional $18 registration fee. To register, call the Central Registration Office, building 2752, 410-278-7571/7479. For mo more

SOLDIER MISSING IN ACTION FROM KOREAN WAR IS IDENTIFIED

WASHINGTON, July 24 -- 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 announced today that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from the Korean War, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. He is Master Sgt. Cirildo Valencio, U.S. Army, of Carrizo Springs, Texas. He will be buried on Aug. 4 in Arlingt more

SOLDIER MISSING IN ACTION FROM THE KOREAN WAR IS IDENTIFIED

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- 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 the Korean War, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. He is Sgt. John H. White, U.S. Army, of Long Island, Ala. He will be buried on Saturday in Bryant, Ala. more

SOLDIER MISSING IN ACTION FROM THE KOREAN WAR IS IDENTIFIED

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- 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 the Korean War, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. He is Cpl. Steven Lucas, U.S. Army, of Johnson City, N.Y. He will be buried July 11 in Arlington National more

SOLDIER SPEAKS ON BUILDING RESILIENCE FOR SCHOOL TRANSITIONS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The military installation's School Liaison Officer meets with in-and out-processing Soldiers to assist them with their children's transitions. At Aberdeen Proving Ground, the opposite occurred. First Sergeant Michael Slocumb of the 203rd Military Intelligence Battalion stopped by the Aberdeen Proving Ground Child & Youth Services offices to have his paperwork signed, and the SLO received the assista more

SOLDIER SYSTEMS CENTER ORGANIZATIONS USE LEAN SIX SIGMA TO IMPROVE MANAGEMENT OF SUSTAINMENT FUNDS

NATICK, Mass., Aug. 20 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: By Dan Galarza Integrated Logistics Support Center In these days of dwindling budget cuts and reduced funding, all Army organizations are taking a closer look at how best to manage their budgets and stretch their dollars in order to enable them to provide the best support to our Soldiers. At the U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center (SSC) here, organizations have pa more

SOLDIERS FROM 2-2 HET, 1ST SUSTAINMENT BRIGADE, RETURNED AUG. 6

FORT RILEY, Kan., Aug. 6 -- The U.S. Army 1st Infantry Division issued the following news release: Approximately 60 Soldiers of the 2nd Heavy Truck Platoon, 2nd Transportation Company returned from Kuwait Aug. 6 and were reunited with their families in a ceremony at Building 88312 on Custer Hill. The Soldiers spent the last 15 months conducting convoy and re-supply operations from Kuwait into Iraq. The unit ran 83 missions totaling more than 860,000 miles while transporting 3,000 pieces of more

SOLDIERS MISSING FROM THE VIETNAM WAR ARE IDENTIFIED

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- 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 two U.S. servicemen, missing from the Vietnam War, have been identified and will be returned to their families for burial with full military honors. They are Chief Warrant Officer 2 Bobby L. McKain, of Garden City, Kan.; and Warrant Officer Arthur F. Chaney more

SOLDIERS NOW HAVE MORE FLEXIBILITY IN NAMING BENEFICIARIES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Based on changes to law over the past two years, Soldiers now have greater flexibility in determining whom they designate to receive their $100,000 death gratuity. On July 1, the law began allowing Soldiers to designate up to 10 beneficiaries, in $10,000 increments, none of whom are required to be a spouse or Family member. To accommodate the change, the Office of the Secretary of Defense has published an upd more

SOLDIERS VISITING NATICK GET OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE DIRECT FEEDBACK

NATICK, Mass., July 31 -- The Army Installation Management Command's Soldier Systems Center issued the following news release: On July 21, Soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, N.Y., visited the U.S. Army Soldier Systems Center (SSC) in Natick, Mass., to receive briefings on the latest developments in the areas of food, clothing, aerial delivery, shelters and individual equipment. After a brief overview of the SSC, topics that were presented and opened a lot of discussion in more

SON OF ELMONT DIES IN IRAQ SERVING HIS COUNTRY

ALBANY, N.Y., Aug. 5 -- Assemblyman Tom Alfano, R-North Valley Stream (21st District), issued the following press release: Andre Darnell Mitchell, a PSC Specialist in the United States Army stationed in Mazul, died on July 31, 2008. He was the victim of a Humvee accident. Andre was born June 4, 1983, and grew up in Elmont, New York, a community he was very proud to be part of. He attended Clara H. Carlson School and Sewanhaka High School. He continued his education at Nassau County Communi more

Southern Illinois University Medical School Receives National Grants to Study Breast Cancer

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., Aug. 27 -- The Southern Illinois University School of Medicine issued the following news release: Two researchers at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield have been awarded national grants. Both are working with scientists who are members of the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at SIU. Eiji Furuta, Ph.D., a postdoctoral fellow, has received a three-year grant from the Susan B. Komen Foundation to study how an edible plant that grows in Asia, Cacali more

SOUTHERN SIERRA SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM PLANNED FOR VISALIA

PORTERVILLE, Calif., Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's U.S. Forest Service unit - Sequoia National Forest and Giant Sequoia National Monument - issued the following press release: Four land management agencies are proud to announce the First Southern Sierra Science Symposium, September 4-5, in Visalia, California at the Visalia Convention Center, from 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. The theme for the symposium is "Agents of Change Affecting the Southern Sierra Ecosystems." This event will more

SPORTS FOOTBALL DURAND TWO LAST NEW DELHI

Churchill almost got their third goal just after the break when Onyeka powered his way into the box and gave a cross for Vashum, who failed to make contact. The dimunitive Manipuri missed another golden chance when after an intelligent move, a through from Onyeka found him in front of the goal with just the keeper to beat. But his shot was blocked by Peter Siddique. The pressure from the Churchill forwards was beginning to tell on the Mumbai FC defence. Their strikers Abhishek Yadav and Fe more

SPX Corp. Wins $158,979 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $158,979 contract to SPX Corp., Owatonna, Minn., for hand tools. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

ST. JOHNS RIVER UPPER BASIN PROJECT HOLDING FLOOD WATERS

PALM BAY, Fla., Aug. 21 -- The St. John's River Water Management District issued the following news release: The St. Johns River Water Management District's flood control project at the headwaters of the St. Johns River is performing as designed as Tropical Storm Fay continues to unleash historic rainfall totals on the region. The Upper St. Johns River Basin Project, located at the river's headwaters in western Brevard and Indian River counties, contains approximately 200,000 acres of wate more

STAKEHOLDERS TO DISCUSS UNMANNED AIRCRAFT IN ARCTIC

FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Oct. 15 -- The University of Alaska issued the following news release: Whether it's monitoring the migration of marine mammals in the Beaufort Sea or mapping summer wildfires that flare up in Alaska's Interior, opportunities abound for unmanned aircraft in the Arctic. An ideal tool for many projects, unmanned aircraft systems can fly as long as 40 hours at a time, often in less than ideal conditions. Stakeholders from a variety of agencies, universities and associations wil more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON BELIZE

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Belize Geography Area: 22,966 sq. km. (8,867 sq. mi.); slightly larger than Massachusetts. Cities: Capital-Belmopan (2006 pop. est. 14,900). Other cities and towns-Belize City (62,200), Corozal (8,900), Orange Walk (15,700), San Ignacio and Santa Elena (17,500), Dangriga (11,200), Punta Gorda (5, more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON CHAD

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Republic of Chad Geography Area: 1,284,634 sq. km. (496,000 sq. mi.); about twice the size of Texas. Cities: Capital-N'Djamena (pop. 1 million est.). Other major cities-Moundou, Abeche, Sarh. Terrain: Desert, mountainous north, large arid central plain, fertile lowlands in extreme southern region more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON CUBA

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Republic of Cuba Geography Area: 110,860 sq. km. (44,200 sq. mi.); about the size of Pennsylvania. Cities: Capital-Havana (pop. 2 million). Other major cities-Santiago de Cuba, Camaguey, Santa Clara, Holguin, Guantanamo, Matanzas, Cienfuegos, Pinar del Rio. Terrain: Flat or gently rolling plains, more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON GABON

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Gabonese Republic Geography Area: 267,667 sq. km. (103,347 sq. mi.); about the size of Colorado. Cities: Capital-Libreville (pop. 673,995). Other cities-Port-Gentil (118,940), Franceville. Terrain: Narrow coastal plain; hilly, heavily forested interior (about 80% forested); some savanna regions i more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON GRENADA

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Grenada Geography Area: 344 sq. km. (133 sq. mi.); about twice the size of Washington, DC. Cities: Capital-St. George's (est. pop. 33,734). Terrain: Three volcanic islands (Grenada and the smaller islands of Carriacou and Petit Martinique) with a mountainous rainforest on the largest island of Gr more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON GUATEMALA

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Republic of Guatemala Geography Area: 108,890 sq. km. (42,042 sq. mi.); about the size of Tennessee. Cities: Capital-Guatemala City (metro area pop. 2.5 million). Other major cities-Quetzaltenango, Escuintla. Terrain: Mountainous, with fertile coastal plain. Climate: Temperate in highlands; tropi more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON LIBERIA

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Republic of Liberia Geography Area: 111,369 sq. km. (43,000 sq. mi.). Slightly larger than Ohio. Cities: Capital-Monrovia (pop. 1,010,970). Principal towns-Ganta (pop. 41,000), Buchanan (pop. 34,000), Gbarnga (pop. 34,000), Kakata (pop. 33,000), Voinjama (pop. 26,000). Terrain: Three areas-Mangro more

STATE DEPARTMENT ISSUES BACKGROUND NOTE ON REPUBLIC OF CONGO

WASHINGTON, Aug. 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: Republic of the Congo Geography Area: 342,000 sq. km (132,000 sq. mi.); slightly larger than New Mexico. Cities: Capital-Brazzaville (pop. 800,000). Other cities-Pointe-Noire (450,000), Dolisie (150,000). Climate: Tropical. Tropical jungle in the North (country seasonally split-half lies above th more

STF finds arms cache

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- Special Task Force personnel arrested the LTTE's Batticaloa area leader 'Kannan' yesterday and uncovered a large stock of military materiel in Kaluvanchikudi, Batticaloa. Police believe that these items had been hidden with the intention of using them to launch an attack on the security forces. The arrest was made during a search operation in the area. A Claymore mine, two T-56 assault rifles, ten T 56 magazines, 475 rounds of T-56 ammunition, two communications sets, a more

STORIES THIS WEEK AT WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Aug. 20 -- Wake Forest University issued the following press release: CLASS OF 2012 ARRIVES ON CAMPUS - Members of the media are invited to cover freshman move-in day at Wake Forest University Aug. 21. Residence halls open at 8 a.m., and faculty, staff and upperclassmen will be on hand to help freshmen and their families unload vehicles and carry personal belongings inside. Most residence halls for freshmen are located on the south side of campus along Gulley Drive and Ja more

SUMMER GOLF SCRAMBLES AT RUGGLES

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: A Summer Golf Scramble at Ruggles will start 8 a.m., July 12, and includes cart, appetizers with beverages and prizes. Prices are $30 for Annual Patrons, $45 for Value Card holders/Authorized Patrons and $55 for guests. A nine-hole Scramble will be held at Ruggles, 5 p.m., July 17. Teams will consist of one adult and one child (ages 7 through 17). Entry fee costs $30 and includes range balls, car more

Superior Solutions Wins $2.23 Million Contract

VICKSBURG, Miss., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $2.23 million contract to Superior Solutions Inc., Chuntsville, Ala., for project management information system. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Engineer District, Vicksburg, Miss. more

T CELL IMMUNITY ENHANCED BY TIMING OF INTERLEUKIN-7 THERAPY

MADISON, Wis., Feb. 1 -- The University of Wisconsin issued the following news release: That the cell nurturing growth factor interleukin-7 can help ramp up the ability of the immune system to remember the pathogenic villains it encounters is well known. But precisely how this natural protein works its magic on the cells of the immune system is not well understood. Now, however, in research that may have implications for developing vaccines against HIV and cancer, a team of scientists from more

TACTICAL MEDIC COURSE PREPARES RAIDERS

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Pvt. Jared Eastman 1st BCT Public Affairs Night falls all too quickly at Evans Army Air Field as medics from 1st Brigade Combat Team carry "wounded" Soldiers and civilians across the wet grass. Rain doesn't stop the medics as they reach a secure location and start inspecting their patients. "Hurry up!" An instructor yells in a Soldier's ear, "Do you want your buddy to die?" The Soldier quickly applies more

Talks with Amarnath Sangharsh Samiti put off again; life remains paralysed

Jammu, Aug. 29 -- Talks between a Jammu and Kashmir Governor's panel and Amarnath Sangharsh Samiti was put off for the second consecutive day on Friday as the normal life remained paralysed in the Jammu region in response to the continuing bandh over the issue. "The meeting has again been deferred today in view of the illness of Chairman of the Governor's panel and Adviser S S Bloeria," Sri Amarnath Yatra Sangharsh Samiti (SAYSS) spokesperson Narinder Singh said. He said the government's more

Tan-Tar-A Resort Wins $35,108 Contract

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $35,108 contract to Columbia Properties Ozarks, operating as, Tan-Tar-A Resort, Osage Beach, Mo., for transportation, travel, and relocation services. The contract was awarded by the Army's U.S. Property & Fiscal Office, Jefferson City, Mo. more

TAYLOR POLICE SEEKING IDENTITY OF MAN

TAYLOR, Mich., Aug. 22 -- The city of Taylor issued the following news release: Taylor police are seeking information to help identify a man found deceased of natural causes in the wooded area behind the Target store on Tuesday, August 19. The man is described as white, about 50 years of age, about 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighing about 205 pounds.-He had dark collar-length hair and was wearing tan cargo pants, brown leather work boots, a tan canvas jacket with red trim and a long-sleeved b more

Telford Aviation Wins $36.61 Million Contract

FORT MONMOUTH, N.J., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $36.61 million contract to Telford Aviation Inc., Bangor, Maine, for procurement of components of the Multi Sensor Airborne Reconnaissance Surveillance System. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command, Fort Monmouth, N.J. Work will be performed in Hagerstown, Md. more

Telic Wins $446,515 Contract

PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $446,515 contract to Telic Corp., Crawfordsville, Ind., for office of project manager soldier weapons. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center, Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. more

THREE TO GO INTO HES HALL OF FAME

LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 25 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news release: The University of Kentucky School of Human Environmental Sciences Hall of Fame will celebrate the induction of three new members into its alumni hall of fame at 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26, in the William T. Young Library Auditorium. The honorees, the late Lucy Taylor Hammond, Helen Culton Price, and Eleanor Ann Botts will be recognized for their contributions to their professions and communities, while bringi more

Thurmond Trucking Wins $32,856 Contract

FORT BRAGG, N.C., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $32,856 contract to Thurmond Trucking Inc., Fayetteville, N.C., for crush and run. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Bragg, N.C. more

Top LTTE cadres killed in Trinco

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- The bodies of two top LTTE cadres were recovered by the Security forces at Velankulama, North of Trincomalee on Wednesday, the Defence Ministry said. The Tigers were believed killed while attempting to attack a combined Army and Air Force security point. The slain LTTE cares were identified as Viniden and Kanthan, the defence Ministry said adding that Viniden was acting as the Trincomalee North area leader. more

TREATMENT OF SEVERE BLOOD LOSS: LESS IS MORE

LA JOLLA, Calif., April 29 -- The University of California at San Diego issued the following press release: Intravenous administration of isotonic fluids is the standard emergency treatment in the U.S. for patients with severe blood loss, but UC San Diego bioengineering researchers have reported improved resuscitation with a radically different approach. Building on earlier studies in humans that have shown benefits of intravenous fluids that are eight times saltier than normal saline, the re more

TROPICAL STORM FAY PROMPTS ACTIVATION OF SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT CITIZEN INFORMATION LINE

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 18 -- The South Florida Water Management District issued the following news release: As Tropical Storm Fay approaches the west coast of Florida, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) has established a Citizen Information Line (1-877-429-1294 or 561-682-6234) to answer inquires and receive reports of flooding from residents. The District this evening also activated its Emergency Operations Center at the agency's headquarters in West Palm Beach. Wate more

TROPICAL STORM FAY UNDERSCORES NEED FOR 'READY ARMY' INITIATIVE

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: Just as Tropical Storm Fay danced back and forth from Gulf Coast waters into Florida communities - threatening to build to hurricane strength - some 100 attendees of the Army Emergency Management's annual workshop for installation preparedness wrapped up their week-long meeting in Tampa, Fla., and Army officials announced a new emergency-preparedness initiative: Ready Army. The program is intended to "get the en more

Two LeT militants arrested in Doda

Doda, Aug. 29 -- The Army today arrested two Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT) men in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda District. Acting on a tip-off, they were arrested after ten Rashtriya Rifle troops conducted search operation in Nalla area near Doda town. They have been sent to Joint Interrogation Centre. Meanwhile, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) detected an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) near Kanusa Bridge Bandipora, about 55 km from Srinagar. A CRPF spokesman said that the IED was later more

Two more rebel strongholds fall

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- The army yesterday gained full control of the Palamoddai area, to the west of the A-9 Road, near Omanthai, and also the Ulathuvely beach area, about four km to the north of Kokkutuduvai on the Welioya front. Army headquarters said the LTTE in the past few weeks had tried its utmost to resist the fall of Palamoddai, to the north of Vavuniya, in view of its strategic location. "As the last resort, Tiger terrorists have reportedly brought down the well-known fighting cadre more

U.S. AMBASSADOR MORIARTY VISITS RANGPUR

DHAKA, Bangladesh, Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Embassy issued the following press release: U.S. Ambassador James F. Moriarty visited Rangpur and Saidpur to participate in the opening of the joint United States-Bangladesh Medical Civil Action Program (MEDCAP) in Taraganj, visit a local madrassa and view a U.S. Government-funded pharmaceutical outlet. During his visit, the Ambassador reaffirmed the U.S. Government's long-term commitment towards the development of Bangladesh. The Ambassador's trip st more

U.S. Army Awards $182,601 Contract to Operational Support Services

BAGHDAD, Iraq, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $182,601 contract to Reep Inc., operating as, Operational Support Services, Fayetteville, N.C., for education and training services. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army's Joint Contracting Command, Baghdad, Iraq. more

U.S. ARMY AWARDS $4.28M AND $687K PERFORMANCE-BASED ACQUISITIONS FOR INSTALLATION CLEANUP

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md., July 18 -- The U.S. Army Environmental Command issued the following news release: The U.S. Army Environmental Command (USAEC) awarded a $4.28 million performance based task order to Environmental Chemical Corporation, Burlingame, Calif., on July 1 for environmental remediation services at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo.; Weldon Spring Training Area, Mo.; and Charles Melvin Price Support Center, Ill. The USAEC also awarded a $687 thousand performance-based task order to EA more

U.S. Army Awards $573,000 Contract to GCH Services

SECKENHEIM, Germany, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $573,000 contract to GCH Services LLC, Glendale, Ariz., for operation of government-owned facilities. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Seckenheim, Germany. more

U.S. Army Awards $83,611 Contract to General Dynamics Land Systems

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $83,611 contract to General Dynamics Land Systems, Ontario, Canada, for vehicular equipment components. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Alabama (Aug. 29)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 29 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Alabama. *** Alabama Inventors Develop Trajectory Correction Kit ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 29 -- David A. Bittle of Somerville, Ala., Gary T. Jimmerson of Athens, Ala., and Julian L. Cothran of Arab, Ala., have developed a trajectory correction kit. According to the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The Trajectory Correction Kit (TCK) is a completely self-contained retrofit kit that is externally and fixedly mo more

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Maryland (Aug. 29)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 29 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Maryland. *** Maryland Inventors Develop Illumination Device Utilizing Ultraviolet-Light Emitting Diode ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 28 -- Michelle J. Fuwausa of Columbia, Md., has developed an illumination device. According to the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A ultraviolet-light emitting diode (UV-LED) is incorporated into a variety of different illumination and radiation devices suitable for illuminating in more

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Massachusetts (Aug. 29)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 29 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Massachusetts. *** Massachusetts, New Hampshire Inventors Develop Samara Wing Controllable Deployment Method ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 29 -- Richard P. McConville of Melrose, Mass., James A. Hollowell and Robert Kingsley, both of N. Andover, Mass., Ralph L. Nardone of Billerica, Mass., Norman C. Lariviere of N. Chelmsford, Mass., Dean E. Rich of Londonderry, N.H., have developed apparatus for active deployment more

U.S. TROOPS IN MIDDLE EAST MUST UNDERSTAND RAMADAN, CHAPLAIN SAYS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: With more than 250,000 U.S. troops serving throughout the Middle East - including Iraq and Afghanistan - a U.S. Army Muslim chaplain said the need for understanding Islamic culture is as important as basic soldiering skills. One of the most important aspects in Islam is the month-long Ramadan observance. For Muslims, Ramadan is considered to be the holiest time o more

U.S., PAKISTANI MILITARY LEADERS MEET ABOARD USS LINCOLN

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: U.S. and Pakistani military leaders continued their ongoing dialogue about the war on terrorism during an Aug. 26 meeting aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Indian Ocean. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told Pentagon reporters today his meeting with Gen. Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, the Pakistani army's chief of staff, was constructive a more

Ufleet Wins $154,378 Contract

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $154,378 contract to Ufleet, San Diego, Calif., for bucket truck. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Materiel Command, Chambersburg, Pa. more

ULFA'S 29, 709 BN MULLING TRUCE: ARMY

GUWAHATI, Aug 29 -- In what could be termed as a severe blow to the banned United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), security agencies today claimed that the outfit's 709 and 29 battalions too are on the verge of declaring unilateral ceasefire with the Government. Major General Chander Prakash, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Red Horns Division, disclosed this on the sidelines of a surrender ceremony at the headquarters of the Army's Red Horns Division near Rangiya. As many as 39 cadres belong more

UN aid agencies rush to flood-hit Bihar, Nepal

New Delhi/Patna, Aug. 29 -- With incessant rains lashing catchment areas of the Kosi River, leading to dramatic rise in water levels has prompted the United Nations to rush its agencies to aid the government and independent bodies working to provide relief to flood victims both in India and Nepal. A UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) official, Patrick McCormick, said the world body has joined in the rescue and rehabilitation efforts in Bihar and Nepal. About 1, 25, 000 marooned people have been more

United Procurement Wins $20,378 Contract

FORT LEWIS, Wash., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $20,378 contract to United Procurement, Desoto, Texas, for pool tables. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Contracting Agency, Fort Lewis, Wash. more

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES LIBRARY FEATURES PHOTOS, PAINTINGS OF LOS ANGELES THROUGH SEPT. 12

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 15 -- The University of California at Los Angeles issued the following press release: "Los Angeles at the Beginning and Today," an exhibit that juxtaposes paintings based on historical photographs with contemporary photos of the same locations or themes, will be on view at the UCLA Powell Library from Aug. 18 through Sept. 12. The contemporary photos were taken by Stone Ishimaru, a second-generation Japanese America born in El Centro, Calif. Interned with other J more

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA PROFESSOR DEVELOPS VACCINE TO PROTECT AGAINST BLACK PLAGUE BIOTERROR ATTACK

ORLANDO, Fla., July 30 -- The University of Central Florida, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news release: A University of Central Florida researcher may have found a defense against the Black Plague, a disease that wiped out a third of Europe's population in the Middle Ages and which government agencies perceive as a terrorist threat today. UCF Professor Henry Daniell and his team have developed a vaccine that early research shows is highly effecti more

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA SIMULATION RESEARCH AIDS MILITARY MEDICS, DRIVERS

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 30 -- The University of Central Florida, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news release: Blood loss is one of the leading causes of death on the battlefield, but war-zone medics often find it difficult to receive the training to prevent those deaths. Today they can "save" a life-sized arm developed by the University of Central Florida's Institute for Simulation and Training that simulates "bleeding." Researchers there have devel more

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA, U.S. ARMY RESEARCH LAB EXPANDS FOR SIMULATION WORK

ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 13 -- The University of Central Florida, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news release: A new research agreement between the University of Central Florida and the U.S. Army Research Development and Engineering Command, Simulation and Training Technology Center (RDECOM STTC) means more space for innovative modeling and simulation research. UCF's Institute for Simulation and Training and RDECOM STTC plan to expand their existing fac more

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CAMPUSES AND PROGRAMS CELEBRATE SPRING 2008 COMMENCEMENT

HONOLULU, May 13 -- The University of Hawaii issued the following news release: The University of Hawai'i system announces its Spring 2008 commencement schedule: Friday, May 16 Leeward Community College Time: 5 p.m. Location: Tuthill Courtyard, Leeward CC Speaker: Lautoa Fuauli Atisanoe Jr., Project Coordinator, Wai'anae Coast, Department of Human Services, State of Hawai'i Student Speaker: Heather Bach, Outgoing President, Associated Students of the University of Hawai'i--Leew more

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII MANOA MOURNS LOSS OF EDUCATION LEADER HUBERT EVERLY

HONOLULU, May 20 -- The University of Hawaii issued the following news release: UH Manoa's College of Education bids a sad farewell to former dean, Dr. Hubert Everly, who passed away Friday, May 16th. During his esteemed tenure as dean from 1956 to 1979, Everly was responsible for expanded enrollment, new degrees and buildings, increased research activity, the creation of the Curriculum Research & Development Group (CRDG), and the restructuring of the Laboratory School into a center for resea more

UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND BEGINS 2008-09 ACADEMIC YEAR WITH COMPLETED RENOVATIONS, ANTICIPATED GROUNDBREAKINGS, STRONG FIRST-YEAR CLASS

RICHMOND, Va., Aug. 22 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: Two renovated residence halls, anticipated groundbreakings for the Westhampton Center, Carole Weinstein International Center and an on-campus football stadium, and 790 outstanding first-year students highlight the new academic year at the University of Richmond. Two residence halls were renovated during the summer. Freeman Hall was reconfigured from a traditional residence hall with bathrooms at the end more

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO NEWS TIPS

EL PASO, Texas, Aug. 15 -- The University of Texas at El Paso issued the following news release: * Nursing Dean Appointed to Defense Health Board UTEP School of Nursing Dean Robert Anders has been appointed to the Defense Health Board's Psychological Health External Advisory Subcommittee by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates. Anders said he is honored to provide his expertise and support the health and wellness of the U.S. Armed Forces. "Given the current issues with posttraumatic stres more

University Rises 12 Places in National Science Foundation Ranking Based on 2007 Research Expenditures

BLACKSBURG, Va., Aug. 27 -- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University issued the following news release: Based on research expenditures of $366.9 million in 2007, Virginia Tech ranked 42nd out of 662 universities nationwide, according to the National Science Foundation (NSF) Info Brief for the fiscal year 2007 Academic R and D Expenditures Survey, which was posted Aug. 21, 2008. In fiscal year 2006 (ending June 30, 2006), Virginia Tech ranked 54th with total research and development more

UNP fears ballot boxes were tampered with

Colombo, Aug. 29 -- The UNP yesterday raised suspicion over the outcome of the recently held provincial council elections, saying it had received reports about some election malpractice resorted to while transporting ballot boxes. Addressing the media, UNP parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella said both the government and the opposition conducted several surveys before the election, and the results indicated a close fight between the two major parties. Mr. Kiriella said the National Intelligen more

USAMU SHOTGUN SHOOTER HANCOCK WINS OLYMPIC GOLD MEDAL IN SKEET

BEIJING, Aug. 18 -- The U.S. Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Office issued the following news release: By Tim Hipps FMWRC Public Affairs U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit shotgun shooter Pfc. Vincent Hancock set two Olympic records and prevailed in a four-target shoot-off against Norway's Tore Brovold to win the gold medal in men's skeet Saturday on the Beijing Shooting Range. "Hooah," Hancock said after receiving several congratulatory hugs from coaches and teammates. "This is the best more

USAREUR BAND TATTOO APPEARANCE IN OSLO 'A 100 PERCENT SUCCESS'

OSLO, Norway, July 21 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: Norway The USAREUR Soldier's Chorus and members of the Jazz Band performed at the Norwegian Military Tattoo in Oslo in late Spring 2008. The Band and Chorus members led by Captain Daniel Toven represented America in seven performances throughout the event. Their program featured standards from the Big Band songbook like "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" and Glenn Miller's famous "In The Mood". After performing their ow more

USAREUR WOODWIND QUINTET PERFORMS FOR PRESIDENT BUSH IN ISRAEL

JERUSALEM, Israel, July 17 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: Israel Eight members of the United States Army Europe Band and Chorus presented an evening of chamber music in Jerusalem, Israel at the request of the White House. These historic performances occurred in conjunction with President George W. Bush's recent Middle East visit commemorating the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel. Members of the Woodwind Quintet and the Clarinet Trio p more

USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN HOSTS CHAIRMAN, KEY COMMANDERS

NORTH ARABIAN SEA, Aug. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Several senior military officials visited the USS Abraham Lincoln here Aug. 26 and yesterday. The visitors included Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, commander of Multinational Force Iraq; Army Gen. David McKiernan, commander of NATO's International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan; Navy Adm. more

USTRANSCOM ANNOUNCES ROLLOUT OF NEW PROGRAM FOR DOD MOVES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Transportation Command issued the following press release: The United States Transportation Command and the Army's Military Surface Distribution and Deployment Command have announced the initial rollout of the Defense Personal Property System, or DPS. DPS is the automated management system for movement of household goods for members of the Armed Services and government civilians. The system automates much of the process of pre-move co more

Van Riper Wins $188,360 Contract

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $188,360 contract to Van Riper Inc., Savannah, Ga., for multi media display. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Stewart, Ga. more

VBS ROUNDS UP YOUTHS FOR WEEK OF SPIRITUAL EDUCATION

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Approximately 75 Aberdeen Proving Ground youths enjoyed a week of biblical instruction with a western theme during the annual Vacation Bible School held at the Main Post Chapel Aug. 4 to 8. Station volunteers and class leaders donned cowboy hats and western wear to emphasize the theme for the week, 'Avalanche Ranch,' which focused on strengthening an understanding of God. Daily themes, such as 'God more

VETCO Contracting Services Wins $15.05 Million Contract

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $15.05 million contract to VETCO Contracting Services LLC, Watertown, N.Y., for construction of structures and facilities. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Louisville, Ky. more

VETERANS OFFER TIPS, EXPERTISE ON CONDUCTING OPERATIONS DURING RAMADAN

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: The Islamic holy month of Ramadan is one of the most complex periods for coalition forces to conduct operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and being culturally aware of the environment is critically important, military officials at the Pentagon said. For many troops who have served in current operations in the Middle East, Ramadan has been a time of increased vigil more

Virginia GOP: Frederick: McCain 'Hit It Out of the Park' with Selection of Palin as Running Mate

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 29 -- The Virginia Republican Party issued the following news release: The maverick senator who has shaken up Washington has picked a maverick governor who has shaken up the status quo in her own state. The selection of Governor Sarah Palin by Senator John McCain as his running mate has Virginia Republicans energized and ready to draw the sharp contrast between the choice that voters will have this fall. "John McCain hit it out of the park with his selection of Governor P more

VOA NEWS: ATTEMPTED SUICIDE BOMBING KILLS 2, INJURES 30 IN NW PAKISTAN

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: Pakistani troops have foiled a suicide attack on a military camp in the country's northwest following the arrest of a Taliban commander. Pakistani officials say troops opened fire Friday on a car as it raced past security checkpoints in a road tunnel - the Kohat Tunnel - leading to a base in the town of Darra Adam Kheil. They say the car exploded before reaching the base, killing two civilians and wounding about 30 more

VOA NEWS: DARFUR REBELS CLAIM TO SHOOT DOWN SPY PLANE

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: Rebels in Sudan's war-torn Darfur region say they have shot down an unmanned spy plane which, they say, the Sudanese government was using to track their positions. A spokesman for the Sudan Liberation Army said its forces shot down the unmanned drone Thursday in the central mountainous Jabel Marra area. A Sudanese army spokesman said an unmanned plane had made an emergency landing in the area, but was not able to more

VOA NEWS: EMISSARIES TO MEET DRC REBEL LEADER FRIDAY AFTER CLASHES WITH GOVERNMENT FORCES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Peter Clottey In the Democratic Republic of Congo, a team of emissaries would be meeting reneged army General Laurent Nkunda today (Friday) following intense fighting between the rebels and government forces. The rebel National Congress for the Defense of the Congolese People (CNDP) is accusing President Joseph Kabila's government of attacking its positions in the restive North Kivu Province, which led to the latest more

VOA NEWS: HEZBOLLAH HANDS OVER GUNMAN BEHIND LEBANON HELICOPTER SHOOTING

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: Lebanese officials say the Islamic militant group Hezbollah has handed over to authorities the gunman who shot at an army helicopter Thursday, killing an army officer. The identity of the person was not provided. Hezbollah earlier Friday called the incident painful and regrettable, and said it would fully cooperate with an investigation in the matter. The Shi'ite group did not confirm whether it was involved. The more

VOA NEWS: NEXT PAKISTANI PRESIDENT FACES DAUNTING CHALLENGES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Judith Latham After nine years in power, Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf was forced to resign last week under mounting threat of impeachment. This week Pakistan's ruling coalition - the two main parties that had come together primarily to oust the former president - broke apart. On September 6, Pakistan's regional and national lawmakers will choose a new president. On Monday [August 25], former Prime Minist more

VOA NEWS: OBAMA ACCEPTANCE SPEECH

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: Denver, Colorado Following is the speech by Senator Barack Obama, entitled "The American Promise," as prepared for delivery 28 August 2008, at the Democratic National Convention: To Chairman Dean and my great friend Dick Durbin; and to all my fellow citizens of this great nation; With profound gratitude and great humility, I accept your nomination for the presidency of the United States. Let me express my than more

VOA NEWS: SEN. MCCAIN PICKS ALASKA GOVERNOR AS VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE

MIAMI, Aug. 29 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Brian Wagner Republican Senator John McCain has chosen a first-term governor from the state of Alaska to run as his vice presidential candidate in the November elections. VOA's Brian Wagner reports, Governor Sarah Palin bolsters McCain's message of reform. Senator McCain named Sarah Palin as his running mate only hours after the close of the Democratic National Convention in Denver. The announcement during a rally in more

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR RETIREE COUNCIL

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The Aberdeen Proving Ground Retiree Council is being revitalized. The purpose of the council is "to provide the commander of Aberdeen Proving Ground, installation commander, Fort George G. Meade, Md., and the U.S. Army an insight into the problems and issues expressed by retirees residing on APG and surrounding areas." To help accomplish this, the APG Retiree Council is seeking volunteers to serve o more

WAR WEEKENDS AT GOVERNORS ISLAND

NEW YORK, July 28 -- The National Park Service's National Parks of New York Harbor issued the following press release: History comes to life at Governors Island National Monument for three weekends in August. Re-enactors and National Park Service Rangers will conduct family friendly programs and demonstrations examining life on and off the island during the Revolutionary and Civil wars. See Revolutionary war soldiers drill with and fire muskets. Smell the food cooking in an 18th Century ar more

WATER MANAGERS REPORT STRONG PERFORMANCE FROM FLOOD CONTROL SYSTEM AS TROPICAL STORM FAY MOVES ACROSS REGION

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 19 -- The South Florida Water Management District issued the following news release: While some localized flooding remains as a result of Tropical Storm Fay, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) reports the Central and Southern Flood Control System performed well in handling the storm's heavy rainfall. Water managers lowered water levels throughout the massive system to protect South Florida communities from the impacts of flooding. Over the weeke more

WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. FRELINGHUYSEN, AUG. 1: HOUSE PASSES MILITARY CONSTRUCTION, VETERANS AFFAIRS APPROPRIATIONS BILL

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Rodney P. Frelinghuysen, R-N.J. (11th CD), issued the following newsletter: Today, the House passed its first appropriations bill of 2008, the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act. The bill included $119 billion; $94 billion of which goes to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Funding for veterans' health programs was increased by 9 percent. "I am pleased that the House has acted to pass funding for military construction and the Depart more

WEEKLY REPORT FROM WASHINGTON BY REP. FRELINGHUYSEN, AUG. 1: REP. FRELINGHUYSEN IRAQ REPORT PUBLISHED IN PAPER

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Rodney P. Frelinghuysen, R-N.J. (11th CD), issued the following newsletter: This week, Rep. Frelinghuysen's "Op-Ed" on his recent to visit to Iraq was published by the Morris County Daily Record. It reads: "The briefings confirmed my impressions - security in Iraq continues to improve. Fewer American service members and Iraqi civilians are being attacked and killed. In fact, all violence indicators are dramatically reduced from 2006 levels. Coalition and Iraqi fo more

WEST POINT BAND FEATURES PRINCIPAL TRUMPET OF THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC SMITH

WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By SFC Eric Miller West Point Band Philip Smith, principal trumpet of the New York Philharmonic, recently performed with the Concert Band as a part of its "Music Under the Stars" concert series. Mr. Smith's appearance included the performance of Clifton Williams' "Dramatic Essay," Bruce Broughton's "Excursions," and George Gershwin's "Someone to Watch Over Me." Additionally, he premiered "When Morning Guilds the more

WEST POINT BAND, NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC COLLABORATE

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By SFC Eric Miller West Point Band As the West Point Band continues its popular "Music Under the Stars" concert series, two particular summer performances has resonated with its members. On July 3rd and 4th, the Concert Band performed with the New York Philharmonic at Avery Fisher Hall in New York City. The Philharmonic performed the world premiere of Bramwell Tovey's "Urban Runway" and "Four Dance Episodes" fr more

Windward Enterprises Wins $199,853 Contract

WARREN, Mich., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $199,853 contract to Windward Enterprises, Ridgeland, S.C., for vehicular furniture and accessories. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command, Warren, Mich. more

Winzer Wins $32,056 Contract

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $32,056 contract to Winzer Corp., Dallas, for tools and equipments. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Stewart, Ga. This contract waas set aside for total small business. more

WORLD WAR II HERO CAPTURED, ESCAPES

FORT STEWART, Ga., Aug. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Lance D. Davis Public Affairs Specialist It was May 14, 1942. The U.S. Army Air Corps Medium Bombardment Group was in Bury St. Edmonds, England. Second Lt. Anthony Alaimo was given his first mission for World War II, which was to bomb a power plant in Holland. Eleven planes, each having six crew members, flew over the North Sea. "We were flying as low as possible to be under the German radar with hopes of more

WORLD WAR II VETS RECREATE 'RAG TAG CIRCUS' CONVOY

CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa., Aug. 19 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command's Carlisle Barracks Garrison issued the following news article: Two recent events helped bring the events of World War II to life at the Army Heritage and Education Center. The first was a group of World War II veterans, family members, and friends, who participated in a five-mile convoy. The convoy was designed to reenact the 83rd Infantry Division's "Rag Tag Circus" for their 62nd annual reunion on August 2. more

WOUNDED WARRIORS TAKE TO THE ICE

LAUREL, Md., Aug. 25 -- Army Families Online issued the following news release: In full hockey gear and padding, retired Sgt. 1st Class Joseph Bowser's prosthesis is not noticeable to the casual observer. He and a number of other amputees look and skate like able-bodied players. Soldiers say the USA Warriors Ice Hockey Program is the highlight of their week. It was formed about three months ago to give wounded servicemembers an opportunity to get out of Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Bet more

WWII VETERAN'S REMEMBER COMRADES, DEDICATE MONUMENT

CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa., Aug. 27 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command's Carlisle Barracks Garrison issued the following news article: Each year there are fewer and fewer veterans from past wars, yet each year there are more and more monuments dedicated to their courage, sacrifice, and accomplishments in defense of their country. On Aug. 15, members of the 80th Division Veterans Association and the Descendants of 80th Division Veterans, along side current active members of the 80 more

YORK COUNTY FAIR

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Treat the grandparents to a day of midway games, local and Amish food and fun. End the day at Cracker Barrel Sept. 7. Cost is $37 per person. Bus departs Golden Ring Terminal at 9:10 a.m. Contact FMWR Leisure Travel Services for more information at the AA Recreation Center, building 3326, calling 410-278-4011/4907 or e-mailing mwr_registration@ apg.army.mil. more

YOUTH CENTERS OFFER RELIEF FOR PARENTS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: The three words, "back to school," can be the cause of anxiety and excitement for children and parents alike. There are back-to-school sales for everything from clothing to school supplies, taking last-minute vacations, and then there's the task of making arrangements for care for children and youths. Aberdeen Proving Ground Youth Service centers (one in Aberdeen and another in Edgewood ) can reliev more

YOUTH SPONSORSHIP PROVIDES CONNECTIONS TO EASE MOVES FOR DA YOUTHS

ABERDEEN, Md., Aug. 21 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: Aberdeen Proving Ground Child and Youth Services and Army Community Services are partnering to provide an effective youth sponsorship program for newcomers. While the ACS Relocation Program manager will assist with adults, CYS Youth Center's directors and assistant directors will support in connecting children. Access to these programs will be through the APG Web site, www.apg. army.mil. Click on more

Z-Medica Wins $2.99 Million Contract

NATICK, Mass., Aug. 30 -- The U.S. Army has awarded a $2.99 million contract to Z-Medica Corp., Wallingford, Conn., for research and development work. The contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Research, Development & Engineering Command, Natick, Mass. more

ZUBA CAME TO WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IN 2002 TO REVITALIZE ARMY ROTC PROGRAM

PULLMAN, Wash., March 27 -- Washington State University issued the following news release: Jim Zuba came to WSU in 2002 to revitalize the Army ROTC program. Three years later: mission accomplished; WSU ROTC is a top-25 program nationally. Zuba then met with others to determine how he could continue to serve the university he had grown to know and love. He traded in his army fatigues for a business suit as associate director of engagement with the WSU Alumni Association. This 2007 Pres more

ZZ TOP BRINGS ROCK 'N'ROLL, GOOD TIME TO APG

ABERDEEN, Md., July 10 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: For much of the Aberdeen Proving Ground community, the annual Army Entertainment concert is the most anticipated entertainment event of the year, and with legendary southern rock group ZZ Top headlining the concert, the night was a crowd-pleasing success. The concert, held at the Shine Sports Field June 22, brought more than 7,000 fans, which was better than anticipated. The event was hosted by Fami more

APG UNIT MINISTRY TEAMS CELEBRATE 233RD CHAPLAIN CORPS ANNIVERSARY

ARIZONA DOT LEADER FLOYD ROEHRICH APPOINTED STATE ENGINEER

ARMY RESERVE CONFERENCE AT CORRY PREPARES SOLDIERS FOR DEMINING, OTHER TASKS

ARMY SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

C2D HOLDS PICNIC, RIBBON CUTTING AT APG

CALIFORNIA NANOSYSTEMS INSTITUTE AT UCLA TO HOST FORUM ON NEW TECHNOLOGIES FOR BRAIN, SPINAL TRAUMA

CHAPLAINCY CHANGES RESPONSIBILITIES DURING STOLE CEREMONY ON JULY 27

ENGINEERS BRIDGE GAPS ON MAJOR AFGHAN HIGHWAY

Evolution Enterprises Wins $770,452 Contract

FAMILY, FRIENDS REMEMBER ARNOLD'S FIRST CONTRACTOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS MANAGER

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Illinois (Aug. 29)

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in Missouri (Aug. 29)

Federal Contracts Awarded by Federal Agencies in New Jersey (Aug. 29)

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Alabama (Aug. 29)

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Indiana (Aug. 29)

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Missouri (Aug. 29)

Federal Contracts Awarded to Companies in Pennsylvania (Aug. 29)

Flood relief funds pour in

GOV. PERRY PRE-DEPLOYS ASSETS IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE GUSTAV

HALLETTSVILLE ATTORNEY HONORS UNCLE WITH A PRESIDENT'S ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

HDR/OBG Joint Venture Wins $20 Million Contract

IRAQ VETERANS FIGHT BRAIN INJURIES WITH UNIQUE VA PROGRAM

KAMSCO Wins $511,891 Contract

LARGEST HONORS COLLEGE CLASS INCLUDES TWO RECEIVING SPECIAL DEAN'S AWARD

LSS UTILIZED TO IMPROVE SLING LOAD OPERATIONS

MASSACHUSETTS SUPPORTS AMERICA'S HIGH-TECH ARMY

MECHANIC PLATFORM ANSWERS TECHNOLOGY NEEDS OF SOLDIERS

Missouri S&T Undergrad Earns 'Paratrooper' Title

NATICK'S CHIEF COUNSEL RECEIVES AMC AWARD

NATIONAL LABOR RELATIONS BOARD REGIONAL DIRECTOR ISSUES DECISION REGARDING UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT MERCY

NEW PROFESSORSHIP AT UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HONORS ENGINEERING ALUMNUS ASHTON

NORTHERN SEA ICE TAKES BIG HIT IN 2007

NSRDEC OFFICER ATTENDS RED TEAM LEADER COURSE

PLANS GO INTO HIGH GEAR AS GUSTAV APPROACHES

PORTRAIT UNVEILING HONORS MINING PIONEER BEISTLINE

POWERED UP: UPGRADE OF ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INCREASES RELIABILITY

PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF OKLAHOMA MAKES $10,000 SCHOLARSHIP CONTRIBUTION TO OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

RECAP, SCHEDULE OF APG/HCPS PARTNERSHIPS IN EDUCATION ACTIVITIES

Science & Engineering Services Wins $359,607 Contract

SOLDIER SYSTEMS CENTER ORGANIZATIONS USE LEAN SIX SIGMA TO IMPROVE MANAGEMENT OF SUSTAINMENT FUNDS

SOUTHERN SIERRA SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM PLANNED FOR VISALIA

Telic Wins $446,515 Contract

TREATMENT OF SEVERE BLOOD LOSS: LESS IS MORE

U.S. ARMY AWARDS $4.28M AND $687K PERFORMANCE-BASED ACQUISITIONS FOR INSTALLATION CLEANUP

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Maryland (Aug. 29)

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA PROFESSOR DEVELOPS VACCINE TO PROTECT AGAINST BLACK PLAGUE BIOTERROR ATTACK

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA SIMULATION RESEARCH AIDS MILITARY MEDICS, DRIVERS

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA, U.S. ARMY RESEARCH LAB EXPANDS FOR SIMULATION WORK

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII CAMPUSES AND PROGRAMS CELEBRATE SPRING 2008 COMMENCEMENT

University Rises 12 Places in National Science Foundation Ranking Based on 2007 Research Expenditures

Z-Medica Wins $2.99 Million Contract

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