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'BICYCLING RULES OF THE ROAD' SEMINAR PLANNED

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Oct. 20 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: A free public seminar, "Bicycling Rules of the Road: How to commute safely" will be offered at East Tennessee State University's Wayne G. Basler Center for Physical Activity this Saturday (Oct. 25) beginning at 11 a.m. and concluding with a campus bike ride. Jonesborough Department of Public Safety Officer Mike McPeak will demonstrate bicycle safety and rules for riding. The event is spons more

'GO ASK JEANNE,' WAS A COMMON PHRASE IN THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

ALAMOSA, Colo., June 10 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: When I first sat down to interview Jeanne Reed, administrative assistant for the School of Science, Mathematics, and Technology, she talked about all the deans and department heads she had worked with/for, describing what they were like, their personalities. When the conversation turned towards her, she backed off, didn't want me to "write an obituary, like a funeral where they say all these great things and yo more

'LEGACY' DISC COMMEMORATES 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF TENNESSEE TECH TUBA ENSEMBLE

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 25 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: A compact disc commemorating the Tennessee Tech Tuba Ensemble's 40th anniversary has just been released. Titled 'Legacy,' the recording was made last year by an all-star alumni ensemble, which presented the program at four different live performances, including one at New York's famed Carnegie Hall. "The level of playing on this recording is phenomenal, which speaks not only to the great more

'READY': UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON PROFESSOR CHRONICLES PHENOMENON OF 'NEW LATER MOTHERHOOD'

HOUSTON, Jan. 10 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: For many women, the ticking of the proverbial "biological clock" is not as loud as the sound of the open road or the ceremonial song of "Pomp and Circumstance." At least, not right away. The number of women who have delayed first-time motherhood until their mid-30s or beyond has grown tenfold over the past 30 years, coining the moniker: "new later motherhood." It's the subject of a new book, "Ready: Why Women Are more

'THE HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM BEGINS NOV. 3'

ELMIRA, N.Y., Oct. 29 -- Chemung County issued the following press release: The low-income Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will begin on November 3, 2008. HEAP is a federally funded energy program that assists eligible households in meeting their heat-related energy costs. HEAP issues heating benefits to supplement a household's annual energy cost and also offers an emergency benefit for households in a heat related energy emergency. In addition, HEAP offers a furnace repair and/or repl more

'THE POWER OF A HEALTHY WOMAN SYMPOSIUM' PRESENTED AT TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY SEPT. 20

DENTON, Texas, Sept. 4 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: Providing tools that incorporate wellness strategies into daily life is the focus of an upcoming symposium at Texas Woman's University. Adult women are encouraged to attend and bring their mothers, sisters and high school age daughters (juniors and seniors) to the half-day event that shines the spotlight on women's health. "The Power of a Healthy Woman Symposium" will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 12:15 p. more

2008 State of the Industry from New Orleans

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 6 -- The American Trucking Associations issued the following statement: State of the Industry Delivered by ATA President and CEO Bill Graves, Oct. 6 in New Orleans Thank you Pat and thanks for the leadership you've provided to ATA, our industry and our nation. Certainly, given today's political climate, I'm much happier being here than out on the campaign trail. It must have been times like these that motivated H. L. Mencken when he wrote-and I'm quoting now- "I am more

21ST NREL INDUSTRY GROWTH FORUM TO FEATURE 35 CLEAN ENERGY COMPANIES

GOLDEN, Colo., Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory issued the following press release: Thirty-five clean energy companies, including nine Colorado companies, will gather in Denver Oct. 28 - 30 to present their clean energy business cases to a panel of national venture capitalists at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory 21st Industry Growth Forum. Colorado Governor Bill Ritter, Senator Ken Salazar and Vinod Khosla, more

55 Energy Companies that Deliver Natural Gas Recognized for Excellence in Accident Prevention

PHOENIX, Ariz., May 16 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA), representing the nation's gas utilities, today recognized 55 of its member companies for their significant achievement in the area of accident prevention and workplace safety. The awards were presented at the AGA 2008 Operations Conference. The following companies earned Accident Prevention Certificates for 2007 by achieving a total Occupational Safety and Health Ad more

A Third of the World's Marine Fish Catches are Used for Animal Feed

NEW YORK, Oct. 29 -- The Pew Charitable Trusts issued the following news release: An alarming new study to be published in November in the Annual Review of Environment and Resources finds that one-third of the world's marine fish catches are ground up and fed to farm-raised fish, pigs, and poultry, squandering a precious food resource for humans and disregarding the serious overfishing crisis in our oceans. Lead author Dr. Jacqueline Alder, senior author Dr. Daniel Pauly, and colleagues ur more

AAMC, AAU Issue New Guidelines on Managing Conflicts of Interest

WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- The Association of American Medical Colleges issued the following news release: A new report, issued today by the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) and the Association of American Universities (AAU), calls on all medical schools and major research universities to develop and implement institutional financial conflicts of interest (COI) policies within the next two years, and to refine standards for addressing individual financial COI. "Protecting Patients, more

ABRAHAMSON EXHIBIT AT CRAFT CENTER DRAWS ATTENTION TO AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 5 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: An exhibit of aerial photography by Mark Abrahamson titled Global Warming: An American Perspective will be on display through Sept. 15 in Gallery Two of the Appalachian Center for Craft. The exhibit focuses on the negative impact humans have on their environment, and Abrahamson says, "I've created this body of work with the hopes of raising awareness on issues like climate change, pollution a more

ADAMS STATE COLLEGE FOCUS THE NATION - CLIMATE CHANGE SYMPOSIUM

ALAMOSA, Colo., March 12 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: In January, Adams State College joined hundreds of other colleges across the United States in "Focus the Nation," an event that addressed both local and national environmental issues. Presentations on natural resources, sustainability, and a variety of other environmental concerns were held in Adams State's own Carson Auditorium. The presenters included Adams State professors and members of local environmental more

ADAMS STATE COLLEGE MUSIC DEPARTMENT & ALMA PRESENT VALLEY NATIVE AND WORLD-RENOWNED PERCUSSIONIST VALERIE NARANJO

ALAMOSA, Colo., Jan. 9 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: From the San Luis Valley to the Saturday Night Live band, Valerie Dee Naranjo has become one of the best percussionists in the world, and now she plans to return to the valley for a concert at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 14, in Leon Memorial Hall, located at Richardson Ave. and Second St. on the Adams State College campus. Naranjo will conduct a hand drumming class for women 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, in Leon Memorial more

ADAMS STATE COLLEGE STUDENT PLACES IN COLORADO STATE FAIR FIESTA QUEEN

ALAMOSA, Colo., July 7 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Adams State College student, Sabrina Garcia, was chosen second attendant during the Colorado State Fair Fiesta Queen pageant held the weekend of June 14. "My heart was beating so fast," she said. "I didn't expect them to call my name." For the talent portion of the pageant, Garcia sang "Will you still love me tomorrow." She said, throughout the summer, she will be busy on weekends appearing in parades as the more

ADANDE DRUM AND DANCE COMPANY TO PERFORM AT COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY

CONWAY, S.C., Feb. 22 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following press release: Coastal Carolina University presents a performance by the Adande Drum and Dance Company on Tuesday, March 4 at 7 p.m. in the Wall Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. The Adande company is a professional group of African-American drummers and dancers whose performers blend history and entertainment. The company's lively music is produced by chanting and drumming and provides the struct more

ADOPT HIGHWAY GROUPS TO GET NEW SAFETY VESTS TO MEET FEDERAL STANDARDS

WILLMAR, Minn., Oct. 26 -- The Minnesota Department of Transportation issued the following news release: For years, you've seen them out there in little orange vests picking up litter in ditches along Minnesota highways. These are the volunteers in the Minnesota Department of Transportation's Adopt-a-Highway program who give of their time and energy to help keep the state beautiful. Coming in spring of 2009, motorists will notice something different when these volunteers begin wearing new more

Advantage GPOSM Announces Newest Participant

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Sept. 16 -- The American Hardware Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Advantage GPOSM, a buying consortium designed to increase the profitability of its members, announces Genova Products, Inc., as the program's newest participant. Genova will now be able to take advantage of significant cost savings on products and services such as packaging supplies, MRO, TL/LTL freight, office products and telecommunications. Genova Products, Inc. headquartered more

AeA President and CEO Testifies before House Education and Labor Committee

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 24 -- The American Electronics Association issued the following news release: On behalf of AeA's member companies nationwide, Christopher W. Hansen, AeA's President and CEO, testified this morning before the House Education and Labor Committee Hearing on "Building an Economic Recovery Package to Create and Preserve Jobs". His complete testimony can be found below. Testimony by Christopher W. Hansen President and CEO, AeA October 24, 2008 Chairman Miller more

AGA Applauds $450M for Low-Income Energy Assistance

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) today praised the Bush Administration for releasing $450 million in emergency funding to assist low-income families struggling to heat their homes this winter. "The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides a vital safety net for low-income households," said Vivian Lausevic, director, government affairs for AGA. "Each year, this program plays a crucial more

AGA Applauds Congress for Bipartisan Energy Legislation

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) today released the following statement on the introduction of two bipartisan energy bills that would alleviate our nation's energy crisis by offering reachable solutions: "AGA commends Reps. Neil Abercrombie (D-HI) and John Peterson (R-PA) for their sponsorship of the National Conservation, Environment and Energy Independence Act (H.R. 6709). It encourages domestic natu more

AGA Applauds Introduction of the American-Made Energy Act of 2008

WASHINGTON, Feb. 18 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) applauds Representative Mike Ross (D-AR) for his introduction of the "American-Made Energy Act of 2008." This important legislation will increase the production of domestic fuel sources (this includes natural gas, coal, nuclear power), promote the development of biofuels, support alternative/renewable electricity, and increase energy efficiency. "Rep. Ross clearly und more

AGA Applauds President's Call to Repeal Offshore Drilling Ban

WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: President George W. Bush today called on Congress to repeal the ban on offshore drilling. Following is a statement from David N. Parker, the American Gas Association's (AGA) president and CEO, on these developments: "We applaud President Bush for supporting a repeal of the moratorium on drilling for natural gas and oil on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). His decision reflects the reality that America i more

AGA Applauds President's Call to Withdraw Offshore Drilling Ban

WASHINGTON, July 14 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: President George W. Bush today announced that he was withdrawing the executive moratorium on offshore drilling. Following this announcement, David N. Parker, the American Gas Association's (AGA) president and CEO, made the following statement: "We applaud President Bush for his decision to end the moratorium on drilling for natural gas and oil on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). While Congress must st more

AGA Applauds Senate Action on LIHEAP

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) applauds the Senate for their overwhelming support in favor of increased funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). In the Senate budget resolution for FY09 passed yesterday, there was a call for increased LIHEAP funding from this year's $2.6 billion to $5.1 billion next year. "We applaud Sens. Arlen Specter (PA), Tom Harkin (IA), Jack Reed ( more

AGA Applauds Senate Action on Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program

AGA Briefs NARUC on the Value of Natural Gas

WASHINGTON, Feb. 19 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: Buoyed by a long-term record of stability, natural gas is poised to play a key role as part of the solution to the energy challenges that our nation will face in the coming years, an industry executive told the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) at their winter meeting today. David McClanahan, president and chief executive officer, CenterPoint Energy and chairman of the Amer more

AGA Calls on Congress to Increase LIHEAP Funding

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) today called on Congress to respond to the crisis in home heating and cooling by fully funding the Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) program. At present funding levels, LIHEAP is currently unable to serve an estimated 85 percent of eligible households. Adding the $3.6 billion Reed-Collins Amendment to the Economic Stimulus package would provide immediate emergency more

AGA Commends U.S. Chamber of Commerce for 'America's Energy Future' Event

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and its Institute for 21st Century Energy today held an event titled America's Energy Future, during which Tom Donohue, president and CEO of the Chamber, and General James L. Jones, USMC (Ret), president and CEO of the Institute for 21st Century Energy, addressed current energy issues facing our nation and outlined potential solutions. David N. Parker, the American Gas Associati more

AGA Disappointed in LIHEAP Funding for FY09

WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) is disappointed in the Administration's requested $2 billion for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for fiscal year 2009. This is $600 million less than LIHEAP received in fiscal year 2008. "At at time when home heating prices continue to soar, I am disappointed that our Administration wishes to cut funding for a lifeline program which is already woef more

AGA Hails House Passage of Record $5.1 Billion LIHEAP funding and end of OCS Leasing Moratorium

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) today hailed the passage of a record $5.1 billion in Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) funds and the end of a quarter of a century moratorium on natural gas and oil production on the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS). "Congress is to be commended for funding LIHEAP at a record level," said Richard (Rick) Shelby, AGA's executive vice president of public more

AGA Reacts to Climate Change Proposals at Energy and Air Quality Subcommittee Hearing

WASHINGTON, June 19 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) today released the following statement in conjunction with the House Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality hearing on legislative proposals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions: "AGA is proud of the contribution that our member companies and their customers have made in the fight to reduce America's greenhouse gas emissions. Natural gas accounts for less than 6 percent o more

AGI Announces Free Student Ads for Universities

ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 16 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: The American Geological Institute (AGI) will list "Student Opportunities" on the Geotimes Web Site (http://www.geotimes.org) free of charge beginning June 20, 2008. Geotimes and Geotimes Online has been the number one resource to seek and advertise employment in the earth sciences for decades. Beginning June 20, 2008, you may post your "Student Opportunities" (not including post-doc positions) more

AGI Publishes Transition Document for Next U.S. Administration

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 10 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: The American Geological Institute (AGI), in conjunction with its Member Societies, is announcing the release of "Critical Needs for the Twenty First Century: The Role of the Geosciences." This concise document suggests policy directions for the next President, his administration, federal agencies and the United States Congress. The document identifies seven national issues and the role geoscience more

AHMA Advancing With Latest Initiatives

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 16 -- The American Hardware Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The focus was on the future at the American Hardware Manufacturers Association's 2008 Annual Membership Meeting on May 14 at the Ivanhoe Club in Ivanhoe, IL. Association Business AHMA President and Chief Executive Officer Timothy S. Farrell said, "The reinvention of AHMA that we launched a few years ago continues and is accelerating in effectiveness as we speak. Our mission: 'T more

AHMA Announces Launch Of Advantage GPO

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., April 4 -- The American Hardware Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The American Hardware Manufacturers Association (AHMA), the hardware/home improvement's leading trade association, today announced the launch of Advantage GPO, a buying consortium designed to increase the profitability of its members. "The focus on profitability has increasingly shifted to taking cost out of operations," said Timothy S. Farrell, AHMA's President and Chief Execut more

AIR FORCE 'MOVING IN RIGHT DIRECTION' ON NUCLEAR PROGRAM,DEFENSE SECRETARY GATES SAYS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates pointed yesterday to broad initiatives within the Air Force he said are helping to return its nuclear mission to "the standards of excellence for which it was known throughout the entire Cold War." Speaking at the Carnegie Institute for International Peace, Gates credited airmen with helping the Air Force recover from problems th more

AIRMEN, CHILEAN SCHOOL 'PARTNER' TO TEACH CHILDREN AVIATION

SANTIAGO, Chile, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Capt. Nathan D. Broshear Twelfth Air Force (Air Forces Southern) Public Affairs More than 10 community outreach projects were started Oct. 27 as part of the Twelfth Air Force (Air Forces Southern)'s Operation Southern Partner. Maj. Jason Couisine, the Air Force section chief at the U.S. Military Group here, acted as a schoolteacher during a guest science class at the Complejo Educacional Esperanza Sch more

ALEXANDER TELLS TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY GRADUATES TO 'FIND THE GOOD, AISE IT'

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., May 3 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: "Find the good and praise it." That's a quote from Tennessee author Alex Haley and also the theme of the address U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander made to nearly 1,200 Tennessee Tech University graduates and their friends and families at Saturday's commencement ceremonies. Held at 10 a.m. on May 3 in TTU's Hooper Eblen Center, this spring's commencement was the largest in the university's history. more

Alliant Energy And Trees Forever Support Indian Creek Nature Center Tree Planting Project

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Sept. 25 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, and Trees Forever has awarded a $2,000.00 grant to the Indian Creek Nature Center in Cedar Rapids through the Branching Out program. The grant is helping restore a wooded wetland area which provides a critical habitat for amphibians and migrating ducks. Frog and salamander populations are declining and some duck species are having fewer you more

Alliant Energy And Trees Forever Support Indian Creek Nature Center Tree Planting Venture

Alliant Energy And Trees Forever Support Keokuk Tree Planting Mission

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Sept. 25 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, and Trees Forever has awarded a $4,350.00 grant to the Keokuk Rotary Club through their Branching Out program. The grant is helping the city of Keokuk to purchase trees to plant in Rand Park and Kilbourne Park. Members of the Keokuk Rotary Club will work with the City of Keokuk and Keokuk Garden Club to plant 30 trees to replace tree lost t more

Alliant Energy Committed To Biofuels Investment And New 'Green' Economy

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 2 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Wisconsin Power and Light Company (WPL), an Alliant Energy company, enjoyed strong support and restated its commitment to biofuels earlier this week as the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) held its public hearings on the company's proposed expansion of its Nelson Dewey generating plant in Cassville, Wisconsin. The public hearings held Monday, in Cassville, and Tuesday, in Portage, drew hundreds of suppo more

Alliant Energy Extends Deadline For Increased Rebates For Flood-Affected Customers

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Sept. 26 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: In July, Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, began providing increased energy efficient equipment rebates for Iowa customers directly impacted by the summer storms and flooding. To date, over 900 rebates totaling more than $300,000 have been paid to customers impacted by these natural disasters. This increased rebate opportunity, originally intended to expire at the end of 2008, more

Alliant Energy Foundation Provides An Additional $126,000 To Cedar Rapids Non-Profits

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 3 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: The Alliant Energy Foundation is pleased to announce additional allocations of Rebuilding Our Communities Grant awards to 14 Cedar Rapids non-profits directly affected by the summer flooding. The Foundation announced awards totaling $126,000 to organizations in the Cedar Rapids area. "We continue to be committed to help our city rebuild," said Tom Aller-President, Interstate Power and Light Company, an Alliant more

Alliant Energy Invites Businesses To Ames For Energy Efficiency Meeting

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 14 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, is holding a meeting in Ames to update business customers on energy efficiency program offerings and incentives. Previous meetings were held in Cedar Rapids, Mason City, and Ottumwa. "Businesses that are replacing equipment or building a new facility are eligible for a variety of rebates or financial options that help save both money and ener more

Alliant Energy Power University Offering Electric Safety Training In Jefferson

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 8 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, is organizing an electrical safety training course in Jefferson designed to inform and educate employees on safety rules, safety equipment requirements and prevention strategies. Alliant Energy Power University is offering the instruction to help Jefferson area businesses protect their workforce from electrical hazards. "Employees of commercia more

Alliant Energy Recognized As Leader In Business Ethics

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 16 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Alliant Energy Corporation (NYSE:LNT) received a runner-up 2008 Business Ethics Torch Award from the Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin yesterday at a luncheon awards ceremony held in Milwaukee. "This is a tremendous honor for us," said Donna Braatz Chief Audit Executive and Chief Ethics Officer, Alliant Energy. "Upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct is one of our core values here at Alliant Energy a more

Alliant Energy To Host Economic Development Workshops In Albert Lea And Ames

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 9 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Interstate Power and Light (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, wants to help Midwest communities plant the seeds of success for economic development. The utility company plans to host an interactive, one-day workshop called Economic Gardening: Growing your own jobs and wealth in Albert Lea, Minnesota on October 13 and in Ames, Iowa on October 14, 2008. Chris Gibbons, Director-Business and Industry Affairs Departm more

AMC PHOENIX RALLY FOCUSED ON 'GETTING BACK TO BASICS'

SCOTT AFB, Ill. , Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Mobility Command issued the following press release: By Mark D. Diamond Headquarters AMC Public Affairs About 80 air mobility leaders gathered here Oct. 22-24 for Air Mobility Command's Phoenix Rally - a three-day, focused look at the command's priorities, roles and missions. The theme for this year's Phoenix Rally was "Back to Basics: Executing Global Reach Fundamentals." In an opening statement, AMC Commander Gen. Arthur Lichte told more

AMCA International Certified Ratings Program Agent, AFMA TECHNOLOGIES PTE LTD. (AFMA) Laboratory is Accredited

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., July 11 -- The Air Movement and Control Association International issued the following news release: The Air Movement and Control Association International, Inc. (AMCA), recently licensed and accredited Singapore based AFMA Technologies PTE LTD. (AFMA) laboratory on July 11, 2008. The official grand opening and signing of the license agreement will take place in Singapore on August 6, 2008, at the AFMA PTE LTD. laboratory by AMCA Executive Director, Barbara Morrison more

America's Natural Gas Utilities Exhibit Energy Efficiency at Annual International Builders Show

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 8 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: Builders seeking to provide home buyers with the latest in natural gas and propane fueled appliances won't want to miss the American Gas Industry Showroom (#W-1983) at the International Builders' Show, February 13-16, 2008 at the Orange County Convention Center. This year's booth features the latest energy efficient appliances for home owners who are looking for ways to save money and protect the environ more

American Gas Association Reacts to Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) today released the following statement on S.3036, the Boxer substitute to the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act that will be debated on the Senate floor this week. "AGA believes that natural gas utilities and their customers should play a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and AGA stands ready to work with Congress to develop a legislative consensus on how be more

American Gas Association Recognizes 17 Member Companies for Safety Achievements

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA), representing the nation's gas utilities, today recognized 17 of its member companies for achieving outstanding records for employee safety in 2007. The awards were presented at AGS's 2008 Operations Conference. "The safety of our employees and our customers is a top priority for natural gas utilities," said AGA President and CEO Dave Parker. "The companies we honor toda more

American Gas Foundation Releases Study on the Direct Use of Natural Gas

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: Increased direct use of natural gas in residential and commercial applications can improve the productivity of available energy supplies, reduce overall energy cost, and reduce related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, according to a study released here today by the American Gas Foundation. Direct use of natural gas refers to using natural gas for residential and commercial uses such as space heating, water he more

AMTRAK CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF AUTO TRAIN SERVICE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The National Railroad Passenger Corp. (Amtrak) issued the following press release: For the past 25 years, Amtrak has carried passengers and their automobiles between two of the country's most popular tourist destinations - Washington, DC and Orlando, Fla. via the Auto Train, and this weekend Amtrak will recognize this milestone with events scheduled at the train's stations in Lorton, Va. and Sanford, Fla. As one of Amtrak's most popular routes, the Auto Train is a un more

ANTIBODY THAT CAN REDUCE FOOD CRAVING, EXPAND CALORIE BURN IDENTIFIED

Washington, Oct. 28 -- (ANI): Scientists at The Scripps Research have identified an antibody that works against the gastric hormone ghrelin, which has been linked to weight gain and fat storage through its metabolic actions. Research leaders Kim Janda and Eric P. Zorrilla say that their findings point towards a potentially novel treatment for obesity that would interfere directly with the some of the biological mechanisms determining weight. The researchers observed during the study that the a more

APOLLO CHAMBER BRASS SOUNDS OFF FOR SUL ROSS STATE UNIVERSITY

ALPINE, Texas, Sept. 19 -- Sul Ross State University issued the following news release: The Sul Ross State University music progeram gained a refresher courses in the ACB's of music when the Apollo Chamber Brass (ACB), Boulder, Colo. visited. In addition to a performing in concert, ACB offered their musical expertise via clinics with Alpine, Fort Davis and Presidio High School band members, practiced with the Sul Ross bands, and played with the Lobo Pep Band at the Sul Ross-Texas Lutheran more

APPA Cites RTO- Run Electricity Markets As Distraction From Transmission Infrastructure Improvements

WASHINGTON, July 31 -- The American Public Power Association issued the following news release: In testimony before the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resource Committee's hearing on the state of the nation's electricity transmission grid, APPA acknowledged that difficulties associated with siting transmission lines continue to be the overarching impediment to improving the nation's transmission grid. However, it also pointed to the country's Regional Transmission Organizations' preoccupation more

APPA Launches New Initiatives To Improve Energy Efficiency, Tackle Work Force Issues

WASHINGTON, July 2 -- The American Public Power Association issued the following news release: Given the prospect of higher energy costs, greater focus on climate change and energy efficiency issues, and an aging and retiring workforce, the American Public Power Association (APPA) is launching two new initiatives and Web sites to help its member utilities tackle these challenges. "Energy Efficiency Resource Central" (www.EERCnet.org) is a central Web-based location providing APPA members i more

APPA Urges Congress And FERC To Resolve RTO Market Problems; Codifies Concerns Regarding Carbon Market Manipulation

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- The American Public Power Association issued the following news release: Members of the American Public Power Association (APPA) attending their National Conference in New Orleans, La., earlier this week adopted unanimously a resolution urging Congress and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to resolve problems in Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) markets. They said public power systems in RTO regions continue to experience a number of difficult probl more

ARKANSAS PSC REPORTS FILING IN MATTER OF CERTAIN REPORTS REQUIRED TO BE FILED BY OKLAHOMA GAS & ELECTRIC

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 29 -- The Arkansas Public Service Commission reported the following filing: Docket: 08-049-RP Style: IN THE MATTER OF CERTAIN REPORTS REQUIRED TO BE FILED BY OKLAHOMA GAS & ELECTRIC COMPANY Electronic: True Open: False Company Name/Docket Role Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company Initiating Party APSC General Staff Party File Date/Time Description 2:21:00 PM 3/28/2008 1. Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company Energy Efficiency Report pursuant to Orde more

ARKANSAS PSC REPORTS FILING IN MATTER OF ENTERGY ARKANSAS REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE ACQUISITION OF NEW CAPACITY TO SERVE ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 29 -- The Arkansas Public Service Commission reported the following filing: Docket: 06-152-U Style: IN THE MATTER OF ENTERGY ARKANSAS INC. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE ACQUISITION OF NEW CAPACITY TO SERVE ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS Electronic: True Open: True Company Name/Docket Role Entergy Arkansas, Inc. Initiating Party Arkansas Electric Energy Consumers, Inc. Intervenor APSC General Staff Party Attorney General of Arkansas Party File Date/Time D more

ARKANSAS PSC REPORTS FILING IN MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF ENTERGY ARKANSAS FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGES IN RATES FOR RETAIL ELECTRIC SERVICE

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 29 -- The Arkansas Public Service Commission reported the following filing: Docket: 06-101-U Style: IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF ENTERGY ARKANSAS, INC. FOR APPROVAL OF CHANGES IN RATES FOR RETAIL ELECTRIC SERVICE Electronic: True Open: True Company Name/Docket Role Entergy Arkansas, Inc. Initiating Party Arkansas Electric Energy Consumers, Inc. Intervenor Federal Executive Agencies Intervenor Kroger Company Intervenor The Commercial Gr more

ARKANSAS PSC REPORTS FILING IN THE MATTER OF THE CONSIDERATION OF ENTERGY ARKANSAS'S ANNUAL EARNINGS REVIEW TARIFF

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 29 -- The Arkansas Public Service Commission reported the following filing: Docket: 07-129-U Style: IN THE MATTER OF THE CONSIDERATION OF ENTERGY ARKANSAS, INC.'S ANNUAL EARNINGS REVIEW TARIFF Electronic: True Open: True Company Name/Docket Role APSC General Staff Initiating Party Arkansas Electric Energy Consumers, Inc. Intervenor Attorney General of Arkansas Party Entergy Arkansas, Inc. Party File Date/Time Description 2:13:00 PM 9/18 more

ART & DESIGN CHAIR LEADS SOUTHEASTERN COLLEGE ART CONFERENCE

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Oct. 22 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news release: Dr. Debra Murphy, chair of the Department of Art and Design at the University of North Florida, was recently selected to serve as president of the Southeastern College Art Conference (SECAC). She will serve a three-year term. The gavel was turned over to Murphy, a Southside resident, in September during the organization's annual meeting in New Orleans. Prior to becoming president, she served a more

ARTIST LECTURE SERIES TO HOST HARLEM GOSPEL CHOIR

WICHITA FALLS, Texas, Jan. 2 -- Midwestern State University issued the following news release: The Harlem Gospel Choir will give you an extraordinary evening of foot stomping and hand clapping blues, jazz, and gospel spirituals on January 30. From the heart of Harlem in New York City, the Harlem Gospel Choir travels the world as ambassador for African American culture and is loved for its joyous music. The concert will be an extravaganza of joy, energy and celebration. The event will be he more

ASBO Announces 2008 Eagle Award Recipients

RESTON, Va., Aug. 25 -- The Association of School Business Officials International issued the following news release: The Eagle Awards, sponsored by AXA Equitable, are the highest honor ASBO International bestows upon its members. Nancy K. McKay, Chief Financial Officer, Jenks Public Schools, Jenks, OK, is the International Eagle Award winner. Known for her high energy professionalism and fiscal responsibility at the local, state, and national levels, McKay was instrumental in her distri more

ASCENDING ENTREPRENEURS TO BE HONORED NOV. 1 BY BALL STATE

MUNCIE, Ind., Oct. 22 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: Entrepreneurs making a name for themselves by marketing a popular shoe, creating an overseas coffee shop chain and selling ice cream are finalists for Ball State University's Ascent Award. Ball State's Entrepreneurship Center will honor the business executives Nov. 1 during a black tie event at the Conrad Indianapolis. Finalists are granted an Ascent Fellowship that offers opportunities to meet and collaborat more

ASIL Hosts Egyptian Speaker Of Parliament

WASHINGTON, Feb. 28 -- The American Society of International Law issued the following news release: The American Society of International Law (ASIL) will host the Speaker of the Egyptian Parliament, Dr. Ahmed Fathi Sorour, on Wednesday, March 5, 6:30-8:00 p.m., for a talk entitled International Law and Combating Terrorism: Egypt's Experience. The program, followed by a reception, will take place at ASIL headquarters, 2223 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC (Dupont Circle). Members of the more

ASSAM TO GET ITS FIRST SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PROJECT

Guwahati, Oct 29 (UNI) Assam, although reeling under severe power crisis, is all set to get its first-of-its-kind solid waste management project with a capacity of generating six MW per year. Inaugurating the project here today, Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi said the unit would be implemented under Public Private Partnership (PPP) and a special purpose vehicle(SPV) christened Guwahati Waste Management Company Private Ltd had been formed, in this regard. The project would become operational more

AUSTIN PEAY STATE UNIVERSITY TO BREAK GROUND ON NEW FORT CAMPBELL CENTER DEC. 12

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 4 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news release: APSU faculty, staff and students are invited to attend an historical first when the University breaks ground at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 12 for its own classroom/office building across the street from the SSG Glenn H. English Jr. Army Education Center, Bastogne Avenue, Fort Campbell, Ky. Several dignitaries, members of the Fort Campbell command group and APSU officials will be present for the grou more

AWARD-WINNING SPEAKER TO 'SPRINKLE' ADVICE ON GUESTS DURING EVENT AT LANDER UNIVERSITY

GREENWOOD, S.C., Nov. 7 -- Lander University issued the following press release: Award-winning inspirational speaker Jonathan Sprinkles will share his wisdom Nov. 15 at Lander University's Cultural Center Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. Award-winning inspirational speaker Jonathan Sprinkles knows what it takes to reach one's full potential, and he'll be sharing that advice with the community this month at Lander University. Sprinkles, the 2006 Association for the P more

BACK TO SCHOOL: ACTING ALUM RETURNS TO UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON FOR SPANISH THEATER CAMP, SHAKESPEARE FEST

HOUSTON, June 25 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: After graduating from high school, Bernardo Cubria wanted to be a revolutionary. Instead, he wound up shaking things up on the theater stages at the University of Houston and around town. Now, the UH School of Theatre & Dance alumnus is teaching the magic of stagecraft to Houston high school students as part of the summer fine arts program "Exploraciones Dramaticas," which focuses on Spanish-language stage wor more

Balanced utilisation of brain power

Colombo, Oct. 28 -- The late sir Arthur C. Clarke claimed that he planned and worked with his right brain. It is the power of the right brain which motivated and stimulated him to present to the world his acclaimed work "Space Odyssey". In 1981 Roger Sperry was awarded the Nobel Prize for this proof of the "split brain theory". You may have heard or read it many times: Some people are "left-brained," others "right-brained". Leaping from the new research on spilt and intact brains, educat more

BALL STATE STUDENTS CREATING MARKETING PLAN FOR INDIANA'S RAILROAD MUSEUM

MUNCIE, Ind., Dec. 5 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: Ball State University students are developing a sophisticated marketing plan for the Indiana Transportation Museum by linking the present to a bygone era known for a train whistle, the clickety-clack of a passing railroad car and the "all aboard" call of a conductor. Through the university's Business Fellows initiative, Ball State journalism faculty members Dick Shoemaker and Ken Heinen are mentoring 14 studen more

BALL STATE TO HONOR HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS WITH ASCENT AWARD NOV. 10

MUNCIE, Ind., Nov. 6 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: Rather than honor popular, tech-based entrepreneurs, such as the chief executive officer of Google or Microsoft, Ball State University is recognizing three business leaders who embody the essence of its nationally recognized Entrepreneurship Center. For the second consecutive year, Ball State's Entrepreneurship Center will honor one of the successful entrepreneurs with The Ascent Award on Nov. 10 during a dinn more

BARRON COUNTY BOARD ISSUES MINUTES OF OCT. 20 MEETING

BARRON, Wis., Oct. 20 -- The Barron County board issued the following meeting mintues: VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM, BARRON COUNTY COURTHOUSE 330 E LASALLE AVE., BARRON WI Present: Karolyn Bartlett, Charles Christensen, Donna Cordes, Bonnie Erb, Pamela Fall, Keith Hardie, John Hardin, Terry Henck, Don Horstman, Ken Jost, Larry Leff, Jerry McRoberts, James Miller, Carol Moen, Andrew Mommsen, Ken Mosentine, Ron Novotny, Pete Olson, James Pannier, Mark Rogstad, Lee Romsos, Jon Sleik, James St more

BATTEN DOWN HATCHES: HURRICANE TIP SHEET FROM UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

HOUSTON, June 9 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Forecasters expect six to nine hurricanes to form in the Atlantic this year, saying two to five of those could be major. With the first named storm this year getting a head start before the official June 1 start of the season, it's not too early to start planning. As you consider stories for your coverage of this year's hurricanes and tropical storms, be prepared with these resources from the University of Houston more

BELLEVUE LEADS STATE IN EFFORT TO CUT CARBON EMISSIONS

BELLEVUE, Wash., Oct. 27 -- The city of Bellevue issued the following news release: Taking their lead from Bellevue, Washington state agencies have developed a new online pledge form to help Washington residents take individual actions against climate change, the state Department of Ecology announced Friday.The Carbon Yeti is the mascot behind Bellevue's and now the state's efforts to help people cut carbon emissions. Modeled after a booklet first handed out to Bellevue sixth-graders last more

BERKELEY COLLEGE EXHIBITS ACRYLIC PAINTINGS OF ARTIST KEIBER

NEW YORK, Aug. 4 -- Berkeley College issued the following news release: Berkeley College Exhibits Acrylic Paintings of Artist Robert John Keiber Berkeley College is exhibiting acrylic paintings by artist and faculty member Robert John Keiber at the Berkeley College New York City Midtown Campus Gallery, Main Floor, 3 East 43rd Street, NY, from Wednesday, August 6 through Wednesday, August 27. The exhibit is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturday from more

BERKELEY COLLEGE JOINS IN NEW YORK CITY MAYORAL CHALLENGE TO REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS FOOTPRINT

NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- Berkeley College issued the following news release: This week Berkeley College joined New York City colleges and universities in accepting New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg's challenge to reduce greenhouse gases and increase energy efficiency by developing and executing plans within their own institutions. In accepting this challenge, Berkeley College commits to reducing greenhouse gas emissions 30 percent over the next 10 years at its New York City locations. more

BIG SANDY COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE LAUNCHES SMOKE EXPECTATION TRAINING UNIT

VERSAILLES, Ky., Oct. 24 -- The Kentucky Community & Technical College System issued the following news release: The KY Coal Academy Program at Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) recently launched the newest training unit for coal miners in eastern Kentucky. The Expectation Training Unit is available now for realistic emergency training in a smoke environment. The BSCTC Expectation Training Unit meets the new requirements approved by the mine Safety and health Administration on more

BIOFUEL RESEARCH BY BIOLOGY PROFESSOR COULD HELP LESSEN FUEL CRISIS

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn., June 13 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news release: Research by an Austin Peay State University biology professor could help to manufacture hydrogen more efficiently for use as a biofuel in vehicles - and become part of a solution to the current fuel crisis. Dr. Sergei Markov, assistant professor of biology, has developed a prototype bioreactor that uses the purple bacterium Rubrivivax gelatinosus to produce enough hydrogen to power a small motor. more

Biologist E.O. Wilson to Give Keynote at Evolution Conference

ATLANTA, Oct. 21 -- Emory University issued the following news release: "Evolution Revolution: Science Changing Life," a public symposium at Emory University Oct. 23-24, will explore the future of evolution as a theory and a process and the potential of recent research to transform our lives. The program features some of the world's leading scientists, from Emory and beyond, who will discuss how technology and growing knowledge of our origins may affect our future. E.O. Wilson, Olivia Jud more

BLUE RIDGE HAS BANNER YEAR BY WINNING NEY, PROMOTING DESERVING SAILORS

YOKOSUKA, Japan, Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release: USS Blue Ridge (LCC-19) food services division capped off one year's worth of focus and dedication with the addition of six new chiefs to the culinary specialist rating aboard the Ney award-winning flagship. The goals were established when Master Chief Culinary Specialist (SW/AW) Paul Marshall, leading culinary specialist for Blue Ridge, checked aboard in May 2007. "Our goals were set high," said Marshall, who more

BOSTON RANKED SIXTH MOST SUSTAINABLE U.S. CITY

BOSTON, Sept. 24 -- The city of Boston issued the following press release: In a study released this week by SustainLane.com, Boston is ranked sixth in the nation for sustainability, moving up one spot from last year. The study cites Mayor Thomas Menino's executive order in April 2007 calling for the city's first community-wide greenhouse gas inventory and a 10-percent increase in recycling by 2012. The study also took into consideration new zoning laws requiring LEED certification for certain more

BOULDER ATTORNEY NAMED TO ADAMS STATE TRUSTEES

ALAMOSA, Colo., Jan. 23 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Boulder attorney Bruce J. Oreck was recently appointed to a four-year term on the Board of Trustees for Adams State College by Gov. Ritter. Oreck said he was introduced to Adams State by fellow trustee, Dr. Charles Scoggin, and became committed to serving Adams State, despite offers of a position on larger university boards. "I was very impressed with the campus. It is clear to me that Adams State is a plac more

BOULDER CITY MANAGER GRAINGER APPROVES BUSINESS INCENTIVE FOR SIEMENS POWER GENERATION, INCORPORATION

BOULDER, Colo., Oct. 10 -- The city of Boulder issued the following news release: As part of the city of Boulder's business incentive program, Interim City Manager Stephanie Grainger has approved Siemens Power Generation Inc.'s application for a flexible rebate and authorized up to $50,000 in sales and use tax, building permit fee rebates, and employee training assistance. Siemens has chosen Boulder for the location of its first U.S. wind power research and development (R&D) facility and has more

BP FUNDS SCHOLARSHIP FOR UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON TO HELP FILL INDUSTRY RANKS

HOUSTON, April 23 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: A $750,000 grant from one of the world's largest energy companies, BP America, will help the University of Houston recruit and offer scholarships to students in engineering, sciences, mathematics and business. Spread out across three years, the BP Scholarship/Fellowship will be distributed to the Cullen College of Engineering, the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and the C.T. Bauer College of Busin more

BP's Outlandish Profits Have Inflicted Serious Damage on Consumers and Whole Economies, Says Watchdog

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 28 -- Consumer Watchdog issued the following news release: BP, only number four of the five major oil companies, rode the wave of the crude oil price spike to a staggering profit jump in the third quarter of 2008. It is a stark reminder of the damage inflicted by energy costs on a world economy that was heading into recession, said Consumer Watchdog. BP's stated net profit of $8.04 billion was up 83% from the previous year and its "replacement cost profit" includ more

BUCCANEER BASH LAUNCHES HOMECOMING FESTIVITIES

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Oct. 9 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: East Tennessee State University will host the annual "Buccaneer BASH (Bringing All Students Home)" on Saturday, Oct. 18, as the open-to-the-public celebration of the university's Homecoming Week. This festival for the entire community, as well as ETSU students, alumni and employees, features games, food, music, exhibits and other events that will be held rain or shine. Unless otherwise noted, more

BUSINESSES CAN APPLY FOR INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT'S ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM UNTIL ON OCT. 31

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 27 -- The Indiana Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: Less than one week remains for Hoosier businesses to apply for Environmental Stewardship Program (ESP) recognition through the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). Applications are currently being accepted through October 31. ESP is a voluntary environmental performance-based leadership program. Currently, there are 33 ESP business members, each of which is committed to more

CAIRN INDIA JULY-SEPT NET PROFIT AT RS 81.44 CR

New Delhi, Oct 29 (UNI) Cairn India Ltd, a unit of Britain's Cairn Energy Plc, today said it has registered a net profit of Rs 81.44 crore for the quarter ended September 30 against a net loss of Rs 8.39 crore for the same period previous year. The Group posted a net profit of Rs 293.32 crore for July-September quarter from Rs 23.24 crore for the corresponding period last year. The consolidated revenue increased to Rs 320.63 crore from Rs 265.82 crore in the said period. more

CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION ISSUES AGENDA FOR OCT. 8 MEETING

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 8 -- The California Energy Commission issued the following meeting agenda: THE COMMISSION WILL CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: 1. CONSENT CALENDAR. (Items on the Consent Calendar will be taken up and voted on as a group. A Commissioner may request that an item be moved and discussed later in the meeting.) 1. INDUSTRY GROWTH FORUM. Possible approval of $4,995 to co-sponsor the 21st National Renewable Energy Laboratory Industry Growth Forum in Denver, Colorado, Octo more

CALIFORNIA NANOSYSTEMS INSTITUTE PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES HELPS BRING NANOSCIENCE TO HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOMS

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 28 -- The University of California at Los Angeles issued the following press release: As developments in nanoscience and nanotechnology reshape our world on a daily basis, the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI) at UCLA is helping Los Angeles-area high school science teachers incorporate these subjects into their standard core curriculum. The High School Nanoscience Program introduces teachers wishing to expand their curricula to nanoscience concepts and helps more

CALIFORNIA PUC ISSUES PROPOSED DECISION OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE BROWN

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 24 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following proposed decision: TO PARTIES OF RECORD IN APPLICATION 06-11-007 This is the proposed decision of Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) Carol A. Brown. It will not appear on the Commission's agenda for at least 30 days after the date it is mailed. The Commission may act then, or it may postpone action until later. When the Commission acts on the proposed decision, it may adopt all or part of it as wr more

California Sustainability Workshop Offers Strategies For Going Green

HOUSTON, May 5 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Today's facility professionals are under increasing pressure to "go green." From governmental regulation to corporate social responsibility, the challenges posed by today's green initiatives require facility operations teams to have the latest tools and strategies to implement sustainable business operations in their organizations. Addressing these challenges is California Sustainability May more

California, Washington Inventors Develop Data Storage Device Container

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Lowell L. Wood, Jr., Roderick A. Hyde and Muriel Y. Ishikawa, all from Livermore, Calif., W. Daniel Hillis of Encino, Calif., Edward K.Y. Jung of Bellevue, Wash., and Nathan P. Myhrvold of Medina, Wash., have developed a container. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A method of storing a data storage device includes but is not limited to emplacing a data storage device in a container, the container having surfaces; and writi more

California, Washington Inventors Develop Material Surface Treatment Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Brian P. Roarty of Los Altos, Cslif., and Carol J. Walker of Redmond, Wash., have developed a method of preparing materials. According to a description of the invention, released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "This invention relates to surface treatment of materials, and in particular relates to a method for changing the molecular bonds at or near the surface of a material and within a solution in order to facilitate certain desirable reactions. It also re more

CAMPUS RECOVERS FROM HURRICANE DOLLY

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, July 28 -- The University of Texas System Brownsville issued the following news release: The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College re-opened campus Monday, July 28, to students after Hurricane Dolly, thanks to united efforts by campus departments and offices. On Tuesday, July 22, UTB/TSC campus shut down at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday July 22 and remained closed Wednesday, July 23 and Thursday, July 24 for Hurricane Dolly. Employees worked diligentl more

Carbon Capture and Storage Demonstrations Should Start Now, Say Technical Experts

WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- World Resources Institute issued the following news release: Sufficient technical knowledge exists to begin large-scale carbon capture and storage (CCS) demonstrations in the United States, according to guidelines released today by a coalition of business, environmental, academic and government groups. The product of more than two years of research, Guidelines for CO2 Carbon, Capture, Transport and Storage was developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) in conju more

Celebrate National Weatherization Day

JOPLIN, Mo., Oct. 29 -- Empire District Electric issued the following news release: Be wise and weatherize your home as the chill of fall turns into the bitter cold of winter. The Empire District Electric Company encourages customers to celebrate National Weatherization Day, Thursday, October 30, by making weatherization improvements to their homes to save energy. Small energy saving improvements can mean savings on your energy bill. Here are a few tips to help you winterize. For more informa more

Celebrate National Weatherization Day Weatherize Your Home

JOPLIN, Mo., Oct. 29 -- Empire District Electric issued the following news release: Be wise and weatherize your home as the chill of fall turns into the bitter cold of winter. The Empire District Gas Company encourages customers to celebrate National Weatherization Day, Thursday, October 30, by making weatherization improvements to their homes to save energy. Small energy saving improvements can mean savings on your energy bill. Here are a few tips to help you winterize. For more information, more

CELTIC CONCERT TO FEATURE MUSES, CELTIC AIR

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., March 7 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: East Tennessee State University will kick off St. Patrick's Day weekend with a free public Celtic Concert next Friday (March 14) at 7 p.m. in Bud Frank Theatre, Gilbreath Hall. The Muses, a three-woman a cappella "powerhouse," sings a mix of Celtic, traditional Appalachian, Americana and world music. Their repertoire covers a wide range and includes original compositions, spirituals, soul num more

CENTER STAGE CONCERT BY GRAMMY-NOMINATED BOREALIS WIND QUINTET SET FOR SEPT. 18

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 11 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: The 2006 Grammy nominated Borealis Wind Quintet will hold a concert on Thursday, September 18. The quintet is a nationally acclaimed ensemble, possesing great energy and outstanding musical finesse. Their highly praised program will encompass the classics, commissions, and opera arias. The Center Stage event will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Wattenbarger Auditorium in the Bryan Fine Arts Building more

CEO Of IFMA Joins The OSCRE Board Of Directors

HOUSTON, Aug. 29 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: OSCRE announced today that David J. Brady, president and CEO of the Houston-based International Facility Management Association (IFMA), has joined the board of directors of the Open Standards Consortium for Real Estate (OSCRE). Brady, with more than 24 years of association experience, joined the IFMA staff in 1993 as director of membership services. He has also served as vice president of more

CHAIRMAN RANGEL ANNOUNCES HEARING ON ECONOMIC RECOVERY, JOB CREATION INVESTMENT IN AMERICA

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The House Ways & Means Committee issued the following news release: House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Charles B. Rangel today announced the Committee will hold a hearing focusing on economic recovery and job creation through investment. This hearing will take place on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the main committee hearing room, 1100 Longworth House Office Building. In view of the limited time available to hear witnesses, oral testimo more

CHANDRAYAAN INSPIRES OVERSEAS INDIAN SCIENTISTS TO RETURN HOME

Oct. 28 -- By Fakir Balaji Bangalore, Oct 28 (IANS) The successful launch of India's first lunar mission Chandrayaan-1 has inspired many Indian space scientists working abroad to return home for a promising career in the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), a top official said. "Our moon mission has aroused tremendous interest in the scientific community the world over. The launch has made many overseas Indian space scientists think of returning and working in our organisation to further more

CHANDRAYAAN INSPIRES OVERSEAS INDIAN SCIENTISTS TO RETURN HOME

Oct. 29 -- By Fakir Balaji Bangalore, Oct 28 (IANS) The successful launch of India's first lunar mission Chandrayaan-1 has inspired many Indian space scientists working abroad to return home for a promising career in the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), a top official said. "Our moon mission has aroused tremendous interest in the scientific community the world over. The launch has made many overseas Indian space scientists think of returning and working in our organisation to further more

Charles N. Claar Selected As IFMA Foundation Director Of Academic Affairs

HOUSTON, April 17 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: The IFMA Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles N. Claar, PE, CFM, CFMJ, as the foundation's director of academic affairs. In this newly created role, Claar will work to increase the number of colleges and universities offering facility management programs and further develop the foundation's Recognized Degree Program at academic institutions across the globe. As more

Chemical Engineers Warn That Nation Overlooks Obstacle to Widespread Use of Renewable Energy

NEW YORK, July 31 -- The American Institute of Chemical Engineers issued the following news release: While the United States searches for ways to use more renewable resources in electric power generation, too little attention is being paid to developing innovative, large ways to store this energy. Why does this pose a problem? A new white paper published by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) says it's because the intermittent and highly variable nature of solar and wind powe more

CHIEF OF STAFF WRAPS UP MIDDLE EAST TOUR AT JOINT BASE BALAD

JOINT BASE BALAD, Iraq, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Staff Sgt. Don Branum 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs The Air Force chief of staff finished a visit to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility with a last stop to the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing Oct. 25 here. Gen. Norton Schwartz and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley learned about Airmen's accomplishments in theater, listened to their concerns and encour more

CICERO ELEMENTARY TEACHER NAMED 2008-2009 ILLINOIS TEACHER OF THE YEAR

PEORIA, Ill., Oct. 18 -- The Illinois Board of Education issued the following news release: Linda Smerge, a second grade teacher at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School in Cicero, has been named Illinois Teacher of the Year. The Illinois State Board of Education chose Smerge from 9 finalists at the 34th annual Those Who Excel/Illinois Teacher of the Year banquet. Smerge will spend 2009 as an education ambassador speaking with educators about her experiences and representing Illinois in the Nation more

CITY ISSUES REQUEST FOR RESPONSES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES ENERGY BUYING PARTNERSHIP

BOSTON, Aug. 25 -- The city of Boston issued the following press release: Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Department of Neighborhood Development (DND) Director Evelyn Friedman today announced that the City has released a formal Request for Responses (RFR) for qualified energy brokers or consultants to create an energy buying group for Boston's small business sector. The RFR reflects the City's continued commitment to assisting the small business community by creating an innovative, cost-saving more

CITY OF CORAL GABLES WANTS YOU TO GREEN YOUR COMMUTE NOV. 10-14

CORAL GABLES, Fla., Oct. 24 -- The City of Coral Gables issued the following news release: The City of Coral Gables and South Florida Commuter Services have united to make The City Beautiful a greener place. Residents, merchants, and visitors of Coral Gables are being asked to leave their cars at home for at least one day during the "Green Your Commute" week, November 10-14. Besides the benefit of saving money by using public transportation, walking or biking to and from home and work, partic more

CITY OF WICHITA, SEDGWICK COUNTY ZOO, WESTAR ENERGY OFFER FREE FIREWOOD

WICHITA, Kan., Oct. 29 -- The city of Wichita issued the following news release: The City of Wichita, Sedgwick County Zoo & Westar Energy are teaming up to give away firewood this winter. The wood is left over from Westar Energy's tree trimming line clearance work and City forestry tree pruning and removal operations. The free wood is now available for pick up from 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. through February 2009 in the north parking lot of the Sedgwick County Zoo, 555 Zoo Blvd. "We are grate more

Clean, Green record propels Heritance internationally

Colombo, Oct. 28 -- Managing Director of Aitken Spence Hotels Malin Hapugoda, says the pioneering global best practices in managing the impacts on the environment and sustaining win-win relationships with communities and stakeholders have helped the leading resort operator to expand its presence overseas. Hapugoda, who is spearheading the expansion of Aitken Spence's present portfolio of 25 hotels and resorts in South Asia and the Middle East, made his remarks subsequent to the announcement more

Clemson Researcher Joins Energy Leaders Speaking at S.C. Energy Forum

CLEMSON, S.C., Sept. 29 -- Clemson University issued the following press release: Clemson University bio-energy researcher Terry Walker will speak at the upcoming Alternative Energy Forum in Myrtle Beach. Hosted by The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce the half-day meeting will be Oct. 8 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Approximately 20 energy-related exhibitors will display product and educational information. The event is free and the public is encouraged to attend. The foru more

COACHING IS LIFELONG PASSION

ALAMOSA, Colo., June 16 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: From high school to professional, Darvin Wallis '78 has always been a coach. He started coaching high school football in Arizona in the early 70s. Later, he joined the college ranks, first working at Adams State, then Tulane University, and finally the University of Mississippi, before he turned pro. When he made the switch to the National Football League, he landed a job with the Cleveland Browns. With seven y more

Coal Burning Hole In Chinese Economy

BEIJING, China, Oct. 29 -- World Wildlife Fund issued the following news release: China's coal bill in 2007 reached a total external cost of 1.7 trillion Yuan ($250bn), equivalent to 7.1 per cent of China's gross domestic product the same year. These are the findings of a new report commissioned by Greenpeace, the Energy Foundation and WWF-China. The three organizations have urged the Chinese Government to set up a fairer pricing system for coal. The report, The True Cost of Coal, outli more

COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY CELEBRATES AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURE

CONWAY, S.C., Feb. 6 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following press release: African-American cultural programs are being offered at Coastal Carolina University as part of the annual African-American Celebration of art, history, music and theater. All events are free and open to the public. Events continue through April 3 on the university campus and are sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Student Services. For more information call 349-2863. The following events are sch more

COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY PANEL TO DISCUSS ELECTION ISSUES

CONWAY, S.C., Oct. 15 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following press release: A four-person panel will discuss issues relating to the upcoming presidential election on Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. in room 256 of the Thomas W. and Robin W. Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts at Coastal Carolina University. The event is free and open to the public. "Panel on Election Issues: A Bipartisan Look" will feature Dennis Edwards, assistant professor of economics; Scott Royc more

COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR WINS TEACHING AWARD FOR GLOBALIZATION

CONWAY, S.C., Jan. 3 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following press release: Pamela Martin, assistant professor of politics and international relations at Coastal Carolina University, has been presented the 2008 Deborah Gerner Innovative Teaching in International Studies Award for connecting her students to the world through modern communications technology. Martin, who teaches international relations, was especially cited for engaging her classroom with a group of journalists v more

COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE RECEIVES $1 MILLION IN GRANTS TO SUPPORT BUILDING GREEN

HOUSTON, Feb. 5 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Creating an environmentally friendly and energy-efficient community starts small. It isn't enough to design "green" buildings - the building materials and components themselves need to reflect "green" vision. The University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture is ready to forge that vision with industry partnerships and pioneering technology, all made possible by nearly $1 million in grants from the more

COLLEGE OFFERS SNEAK PEAK AT SPOLETO FESTIVALS

CHARLESTON, S.C., May 7 -- College of Charleston issued the following press release: The College of Charleston will once again be an integral part of the Spoleto USA and Piccolo Spoleto festivals. Each year, the College teaches specialized Spoleto classes, its students and alumni perform and a special sneak preview is offered on campus. The preview is presented by the Friends of the Library and Friends of the School of the Arts on Monday, May 12 at 6:00 pm in the Recital Hall of the Simons more

COLLEGE PARTICIPATES IN GREEN BUILDING BLITZ

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 15 -- College of Charleston issued the following press release: The College of Charleston will be participating in the Green Building Blitz, helping to build an environmentally-friendly home on Wadmalaw Island. Students will volunteer on Saturday, October 25, ending the Blitz Week. To reduce the amount of cars driving to the home site, students will take the LEEP Bio-diesel bus that leaves from the Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library at 10:30 a.m. Sea Island Habita more

Combating Global Warming with Increased Energy Efficiency is a Win-Win says AGA, NRDC

WASHINGTON, May 22 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) joined forces today to highlight the importance of energy efficiency in combating global warming. AGA and NRDC issued a joint statement calling for coordinated incentives, government standards and regulatory reforms that would increase energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions nationwide. "By using a clean fue more

Come together, right now. Political parties must act with greater responsibility

Kathmandu, Oct. 29 -- Nepal has become a democratic republic. A government based on consensus and encompassing the major political parties is functioning. The Nepali Congress has pledged to serve the constitution making process constructively by acting as the opposition. A vibrant civil society is in place. Press freedom and constitutional rights have been guaranteed. Disgruntled groups have been invited for talks. Common men and women want change in the quality of their lives. The stage is a more

COMMISSIONER ASH SPEAKS ON FY 2009-10 STATE PARKS CAPITAL FUNDING BUDGET HEARING

ALBANY, N.Y., Oct. 22 -- The New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation issued the following news release: Thank you for inviting me here today to discuss the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation's capital budget. I truly appreciate this opportunity to review capital projects initiated through the current fiscal year, and to discuss our agency's on-going efforts to revitalize New York's State Parks and Historic Sites next year. New York's Stat more

COMMITTEE LEADERS ON SCIENCE BOARD REVIEW OF FDA'S ASSESSMENT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The House Energy & Commerce Committee issued the following news release: Today, the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) Science Board released its review of the agency's Draft Assessment on the chemical Bisphenol A (BPA), calling the assessment "inadequate." The Science Board's review is the latest step in the FDA's re-evaluation of BPA, which was initiated after the Committee on Energy and Commerce launched an investigation into the safety of the chemical earlier this more

COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT ELECTS OFFICERS, ADDS NEW ADVISORY MEMBERS

CHARLESTON, S.C., Dec. 7 -- College of Charleston issued the following press release: The College of Charleston Department of Communication Advisory Council has elected a new chair and vice-chair for 2008. Tom Martin, who joined the Department of Communication in August as its first Executive-in-Residence after his retirement from ITT Corporation, will serve as chair. He succeeds Michael Fanning, vice president of Corporate Affairs for Michelin North America, who has served as chair for two y more

COMPLETE YOUR SOCIAL CALENDAR BY ATTENDING BACCHANAL ON OCT. 26

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 19 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Fall social calendars aren't complete without Bacchanal 2008. "How better to spend a Sunday afternoon than at this gala event presented by Tennessee Tech University and the Appalachian Center for Craft, hosted by Spankies Restaurant in Cookeville?" said Jane Dudney Roberts, promotions and development manager at the Craft Center and Bacchanal coordinator. The annual fundraiser has a long-s more

CONGRESSIONAL OFFICES PROVIDE HELP WITH GRANTS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following column: Our region is home to a wide variety of organizations, groups, and individuals that are constantly finding ways to improve the community. If you belong to one of these organizations, there are thousands of federal grants your organization might be eligible for and benefit from. There are a wide variety of federal grants and, before beginning the process of applying, you should know how my office can as more

CONNECTICUT PUC ISSUES FINAL DECISION REGARDING APPLICATION OF AVON CONVALESCENT HOME FOR A CAPITAL GRANT FOR CUSTOMER-SIDE DISTRIBUTED GENERATION RESOURCES

NEW BRITAIN, Conn., Oct. 22 -- The Connecticut Department of Public Utility Control issued the following final decision: DOCKET NO. 08-08-48 APPLICATION OF AVON CONVALESCENT HOME, INC. FOR A CAPITAL GRANT FOR CUSTOMER-SIDE DISTRIBUTED GENERATION RESOURCES October 22, 2008 By the following Commissioners: Anthony J. Palermino Donald W. Downes John W. Betkoski, III DECISION I. INTRODUCTION A. SUMMARY In this Decision, the Department of Public Utility Control awards Avo more

CONNECTICUT PUC ISSUES FINAL DECISION REGARDING APPLICATION OF SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT FOR A CAPITAL GRANT FOR CUSTOMER-SIDE DISTRIBUTED GENERATION RESOURCES FOR INCREMENTAL CAPACITY

NEW BRITAIN, Conn., Oct. 22 -- The Connecticut Department of Public Utility Control issued the following final decision: DOCKET NO. 08-08-43 APPLICATION OF SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT CORPORATION FOR A CAPITAL GRANT FOR CUSTOMER-SIDE DISTRIBUTED GENERATION RESOURCES FOR INCREMENTAL CAPACITY October 22, 2008 By the following Commissioners: Anthony J. Palermino Donald W. Downes John W. Betkoski, III DECISION I. INTRODUCTION A. SUMMARY In this Decision, the Department of Public more

Cost Containment High Priority for State Colleges

WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The American Association of State Colleges and Universities issued the following news release: Public colleges and universities rank the identification and implementation of cost containment strategies among their top institutional priorities, according to a study released today by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) and SunGard Higher Education. Based on a survey of 114 AASCU member institutions, the study also provides insight into high more

COUNCIL AMENDS BLOUNT STREET PARKING DECK DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 24 -- The city of Raleigh issued the following news release: The Raleigh City Council voted unanimously at its meeting on Oct. 21 to amend the Blount Street Parking Deck development agreement to allow for the sale of two retail spaces in the deck. The retail spaces could be used for any legal purpose permitted by zoning regulations and restrictive covenants, under the adopted amendment. In 2006, the City Council approved an agreement with Highwoods Properties and Progre more

CREATING 'GLOBAL VIRTUAL SUPERCOMPUTER' TOPIC OF LECTURE AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

HOUSTON, Feb. 20 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Researchers in both academia and business have a growing need for very large computing power to solve problems that range from minimizing global warming to finding cures for genetic diseases. This need will be discussed in a free public lecture at the University of Houston Friday, Feb. 22. The organization that often is credited with "inventing" the World Wide Web now is tackling the problem of how to deliver more

D.C. Workshop To Spotlight Trends And Best Practices Affecting Public And Private Sector Facilities

HOUSTON, Aug. 27 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Federal, military and private sector leaders from across the country are bringing their built environment expertise to the nation's capital for the second annual Facilities Management Workshop, Sept. 9-10 at the Washington Marriott Hotel in downtown Washington, D.C. A joint venture between the Society of American Military Engineers, the National Academies of Sciences' Federal Facilities more

DANCER/STORYTELLER TO CELEBRATE HERITAGE AT COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY

CONWAY, S.C., Nov. 9 -- Coastal Carolina University issued the following press release: Native American dancer/storyteller Larry Yazzie will perform Monday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. in the Recital Hall in the Thomas W. and Robin W. Edwards College of Humanities and Fine Arts at Coastal Carolina University. The event is free and open to the public. Yazzie's program, "Native Pride Dancer," will be portrayed through dancing and storytelling. A World Champion Fancy Dancer, he was raised on the Meskwa more

DC Metro Riders are Reminded of Their `Sweet` Contribution to a Healthy Environment by Taking Public Transportation on Earth Day

WASHINGTON, April 21 -- The American Public Transportation Association issued the following news release: Question: What is the connection between public transportation and climate change? Answer: Public transportation is part of the solution to helping reduce greenhouse gases. In fact, thanks to public transportation our country's carbon footprint is reduced by 37 million metric tons - the equivalent of 4.9 million households using electricity in a year. To remind public transit rider more

DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR NOMINATIONS FOR RUSS BERRIE AWARD FOR MAKING DIFFERENCE

MAHWAH, N.J., Feb. 21 -- Ramapo College issued the following news release: The deadline for nominations for the 2008 Russ Berrie Award for Making a Difference have been extended through Friday, March 14, 2008. New Jerseyans who have made a significant difference in their communities through a heroic effort or a lifetime of service are eligible for cash awards of up to $50,000. Established in 1996 by the late Russell Berrie, founder of Russ Berrie and Company, Inc., and Ramapo College of Ne more

DEFENSE SECRETARY GATES CALLS NUKE CAPABILITY CRITICAL TO DETERRENCE, REASSURING ALLIES

WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Calling nuclear weapons one of the world's "messy realities," Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today that as long as others who could potentially threaten the United States possess or seek them, it's critical that the United States does as well, and that they be kept safe, secure and reliable. "As long as others have nuclear weapons, we must maintain some l more

DEGREES AWARDED AT FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES ON DEC. 15

FLORENCE, S.C., Dec. 14 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: Two-hundred-and-sixty-seven degrees were awarded during commencement exercises at Francis Marion University Saturday, Dec. 15. These included 185 undergraduate degrees and 82 graduate degrees awarded by Francis Marion. Two FMU students completed degree requirements with a cumulative grade point average of 3.9 or higher and received their degrees summa cum laude (with highest honors). They were Erin more

DEGREES AWARDED AT FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES ON MAY 3

FLORENCE, S.C., May 2 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: Three-hundred-and-thirty-eight degrees were awarded during commencement exercises at Francis Marion University, Saturday, May 3. These included 316 undergraduate degrees and 22 graduate. The William H. Blackwell Award was presented by William W. Coleman Jr., a member of the FMU Foundation board, to Kimberly Norene Best of Aynor, Ross Sterling Hill and Lindsey Kathryn Springs of Florence and Lindsay El more

DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS DIFFER IN VALUES IRRESPECTIVE OF RELIGION

Washington, Oct. 29 -- (ANI): When it comes to helping those in need, Republicans differ from Democrats - irrespective of their religious inclination - according to researchers at University of Missouri. The researchers found that while Democrats, whether religious or not, did help others in need, unlike both religious and non-religious Republicans, who gave preference to financial success. In the study, the researchers compared the "extrinsic" values (financial success, status, appearance) wi more

DINING SERVICES GO GREEN

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 5 -- College of Charleston issued the following press release: The College of Charleston's Dining Services have taken several steps to reduce its carbon footprint. Together, the changes will reduce the amount of energy and water that is used as well as increasing the amount of biodegradable materials used. ee video of these initiatives at www.YouTube.com/CollegeofCharleston or http://www.cofc.edu/newscenter/videoarchive_10.html Starting on Earth Day 2008, Dining S more

DINING SERVICES GOES GREEN

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 3 -- College of Charleston issued the following press release: The College of Charleston's Dining Services has taken several steps to reduce its carbon footprint. Together the changes will reduce the amount of energy and water that is used as well as increasing the amount of biodegradable materials used. See video of these initiatives at www.YouTube.com/CollegeofCharleston or http://www.cofc.edu/newscenter/videoarchive_10.html Starting on Earth Day 2008, Dining Se more

DOE EXTENDS APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY LOAN GUARANTEE SOLICITATION

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following press release: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced today that it is extending the due date for submission of applications for loan guarantees under Title XVII of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 for the June 30, 2008 solicitation (DE-FOA-0000005) for energy efficiency, renewable energy and advanced transmission and distribution technologies (the "Renewables Solicitation"). The application submission due dates for more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 1

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: Hanford Site Tours Location: Hanford Site City: Richland Website: http://www5.hanford.gov/publictours/ Start: (All Day Event) End: (All Day Event) The Department of Energy will host 18 public tours of the Hanford Site this Fall (2007). Three tours occurred each day on September 5 & 6 and October 24 & 25. Tours will be offered on October 31 and November 1 more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 1

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: HANFORD ADVISORY BOARD MEETING Location: Red Lion Hanford House, 802 George Washington Way City: Richland, WA Phone: (509) 372-8656 Start: 9:00am End: 5:00pm The Hanford Advisory Board will meet November 1-2, 2007. Location: Red Lion Hanford House, 802 George Washington Way, Richland, WA Time: November 1: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. November 2: 8:30 more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 1

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: HANFORD ADVISORY BOARD PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND COMMUNICATION COMMITTEE MEETING Location: Red Lion Hanford House, 802 George Washington Way City: Richland, WA Phone: (509) 376-4766 Start: 5:15pm End: 7:00pm The Hanford Advisory Board Public Involvement and Communication Committee will meet November 1, 2007 after the Hanford Advisory Board meeting. more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 15

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: Groundwater Remediation Project Monthly Open Meeting Location: Fluor Building, 1200 Jadwin, First Floor Conference Room 1C1 City: Richland, WA Start: 1:00pm End: 3:00pm NOTE: Badging is not required for the location of this meeting. more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 2

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES COMMITTEE ON DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF CLEANUP TECHNOLOGY ROADMAP MEETING Location: Red Lion Hanford House, 802 George Washington Way City: Richland, WA Phone: (509) 376-4766 Start: 8:30am End: 12:00pm The National Academy of Sciences Committee on Development and Implementation of Cleanup Technology Roadmap will meet more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 2

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: HANFORD ADVISORY BOARD MEETING Location: Red Lion Hanford House, 802 George Washington Way City: Richland, WA Phone: (509) 372-8656 Start: 8:30am End: 3:30pm The Hanford Advisory Board will meet November 1-2, 2007. Location: Red Lion Hanford House, 802 George Washington Way, Richland, WA Time: November 1: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. November 2: 8:30 more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 27

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: STATE OF THE HANFORD SITE PUBLIC MEETING Location: The Mountaineers Club, 300 Third Avenue W. City: Seattle, WA Start: 6:30pm End: 9:00pm The U.S. Department of Energy, the Washington State Department of Ecology and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (the Tri-Party Agencies) are holding a State of the Hanford Site Public Meeting in Seattle, WA, Novem more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 28

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: 100 AREA AND 300 AREA COMPONENT OF THE RIVER CORRIDOR BASELINE RISK ASSESSMENT COMMENT RESOLUTION WORKSHOP Location: Washington State Department of Ecology, 3100 Port of Benton Blvd. City: Richland, WA Phone: (509) 376-4766 Start: CANCELLED to be rescheduled in January End: CANCELLED to be rescheduled in January The workshop is CANCELLED and will be res more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 29

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: STATE OF THE HANFORD SITE PUBLIC MEETING Location: Columbia Center Red Lion, 1101 N. Columbia Center Blvd City: Kennewick, WA Start: 6:30pm End: 9:00pm The U.S. Department of Energy, the Washington State Department of Ecology and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (the Tri-Party Agencies) are holding a State of the Hanford Site Public Meeting in more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 5

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: TANK CLOSURE AND WASTE MANAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT INFORMAL MEETING Location: Washington State Department of Ecology, 3100 Port of Benton Blvd City: Richland, WA Phone: 509-372-7936 Start: 3:00pm End: 5:00pm Monday, November 5, 2007,Washington State Department of Ecology (Ecology) will hold an informal meeting to discuss the Tank Clos more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, NOV. 7

RICHLAND, Wash., Nov. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: HANFORD ADVISORY BOARD PUBLIC RIVER AND PLATEAU COMMITTEE MEETING Location: Federal Building, Room 142, 825 Jadwin Avenue City: Richland, WA Phone: (509) 376-4766 Start: 9:00am End: 12:00pm The Hanford Advisory Board River and Plateau Committee will meet the morning of November 7, 2007. more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 14

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: OREGON HANFORD CLEANUP BOARD MEETING Location: Best Western Columbia River Inn, 735 Wanapa Street City: Cascade Locks, OR Start: 1:00pm End: 4:45pm The Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board will meet on October 14, 2008. more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 15

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: TRIBAL NATIONS, OREGON DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY RICHLAND OPERATIONS OFFICE GROUNDWATER AND VADOSE ZONE MONTHLY MEETING Location: Federal Building, Room 152, 825 Jadwin Avenue City: Richland, WA Start: 9:00am End: 12:30pm Representatives from the Tribal Nations, Oregon Department of Energy and the Department of Energy Richland Operation more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 15

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: OREGON HANFORD CLEANUP BOARD MEETING Location: Best Western Columbia River Inn, 735 Wanapa Street City: Cascade Locks, OR Start: 9:00am End: 2:00pm The Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board will meet on October 15, 2008 more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 17

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 18

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 19

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 20

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. The Washington State Department of Ecology is holding a 45-day public comment period on a permit more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 20

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: 1:35pm End: 1:35pm The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership (GNEP) Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (PEIS). G more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 20

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 21

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: STATE OF THE HANFORD SITE MEETING Location: Best Western Hood River Inn, 1108 E. Marina Way City: Hood River, OR Start: TBD End: TBD The State of the Hanford Site Meeting will be held in Hood River, OR on October 21, 2008. Contact: Kim Ballinger, DOE-RL, (509) 376-6332; Madeleine Brown, Washington State Department of Ecology, (509) 372-7936; Dennis Faul more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 21

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. The Washington State Department of Ecology is holding a 45-day public comment period on a permit more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 21

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 22

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: STATE OF THE HANFORD SITE MEETING Location: Lloyd Center Doubletree, 1000 N.E. Multnomah City: Portland, OR Start: TBD End: TBD The State of the Hanford Site Meeting will be held in Portland, OR on October 22, 2008. more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 22

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. The Washington State Department of Ecology is holding a 45-day public comment period on a permit more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 22

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnershi more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 23

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. The Washington State Department of Ecology is holding a 45-day public comment period on a permit more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 23

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 24

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 24

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. The Washington State Department of Ecology is holding a 45-day public comment period on a permit more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 25

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 25

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 26

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. The Washington State Department of Ecology is holding a 45-day public comment period on a permit more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 26

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 30

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. Start: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 End: October 20, 2008 - December 8, 2008 COMMENT PERIOD ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE WASTE TREATMENT PLANT APPEALED PERMIT CONDITIONS. The Washington State Department of Ecology is holding a 45-day public comment period on a permit more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 30

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE DRAFT GLOBAL NUCLEAR ENERGY PARTNERSHIP (GNEP) PROGRAMMATIC ENVIRONMETNAL IMPACT STATEMENT (PEIS). Start: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 End: October 17, 2008 - December 16, 2008 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy is holding a 60-day public comment period on the Draft Global Nuclear Energy Partnership more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 8

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 8 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: HANFORD ADVISORY BOARD RIVER AND PLATEAU COMMITTEE MEETING Location: Federal Building, Room 142, 825 Jadwin Avenue City: Richland, WA Phone: 509-376-6332 Start: 8:30am End: 4:30pm The Hanford Advisory Board River and Plateau committee will meet on October 8, 2008. more

DOE'S OFFICE OF RIVER PROTECTION ISSUES EVENT CALENDER, OCT. 9

RICHLAND, Wash., Oct. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of River Protection issued the following event calender: HANFORD ADVISORY BOARD HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION COMMITTEE MEETING Location: Federal Building, 825 Jadwin Ave., Room 142 City: Richland, WA Phone: 509-376-6332 Start: 9:00am End: 2:30pm The Hanford Advisory Board Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection committee will meeting October 9, 2008. more

DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT CLEARED FOR PUBLICATION

WEST VALLEY, N.Y., Oct. 27 -- The Department of Energy's Office of Environmental Management issued the following press release: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the Revised Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Decommissioning and/or Long-Term Stewardship at the West Valley Demonstration Project and Western New York Nuclear Service Center (DOE/EIS-0226-D (Revised)) has been approved for publication. This approval represents completion of the last internal step to allow p more

DRINK 'LIQUID SMOKING' IF YOU ITCH FOR A CIGARETTE

London, Oct. 28 -- (IANS) A Dutch company has come up with a non-nicotine based soft drink which gives off a sensation akin to smoking cigarettes. The drink, 'Liquid Smoking', comes in a 275ml can shaped like a cigarette packet and will cost �1.50 when introduced in Britain shortly. It is an energy drink laced with South African herbs, which gives off "a slight energising effect, followed by a euphoric sense of calming and relaxation". It has been on sale in the Netherlands for nearly a year more

DRINK 'LIQUID SMOKING' IF YOU ITCH FOR A CIGARETTE

London, Oct. 29 -- (IANS) A Dutch company has come up with a non-nicotine based soft drink which gives off a sensation akin to smoking cigarettes. The drink, 'Liquid Smoking', comes in a 275ml can shaped like a cigarette packet and will cost �1.50 when introduced in Britain shortly. It is an energy drink laced with South African herbs, which gives off "a slight energising effect, followed by a euphoric sense of calming and relaxation". It has been on sale in the Netherlands for nearly a year more

DRYTOWN WATER PARK, OASIS RECREATION CENTER WILL RECEIVE AN ENERGY AUDIT

PALMDALE, Calif., Oct. 29 -- The city of Palmdale issued the following news release: The City of Palmdale will receive a free energy audit from the California Energy Commission through its Energy Partnership Program on Friday, Oct, 31 at DryTown Water Park and the Oasis Park Recreation Center, located at 3850 E. Ave. S. "We're doing an outstanding job of managing the facilities in an efficient manner," said Michael J. Mischel, Director of Public Works, "and we believe that we can enhance more

EARLY GOAL SPARKS LOUSIANA TECH IN 2-0 WIN OVER TEXAS WOMEN'S UNIVERSITY

DENTON, Texas, Aug. 31 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: A goal by Louisiana Tech sophomore midfielder Katlyn Bachan in the first two minutes of play sparked the Lady Techsters to a 2-0 win over the Texas Woman's University Pioneers on Sunday afternoon at the TWU Soccer Field. Bachan's early goal - the first of her collegiate career - came on Louisiana Tech's initial offensive attack of the game. The play began with Tech senior midfielder Amy Wolstead dribblin more

EARTH FORMED AT ADAMS STATE COLLEGE

ALAMOSA, Colo., Nov. 21 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Concerned members of the Adams State College community recently formed a club, Environmental Action for Resources, Transportation and Health (EARTH). The club's purpose is to explore ways to make the campus environment more sustainable or "greener." EARTH's focus includes water, recycling, composting/food, transportation, energy, and communication/publication/education. Anyone interested in joining EARTH more

EARTH HEADED FOR AN ECOLOGICAL "CREDIT CRUNCH"

London, Oct. 29 -- (ANI): A report issued by conservation groups has determined that the planet is headed for an ecological "credit crunch". According to a report by BBC News, the document contends that our demands on natural resources overreach what the Earth can sustain by almost a third. The report, known as "The Living Planet Report," is the work of WWF, the Zoological Society of London and the Global Footprint Network. It says that more than three quarters of the world's population liv more

ECONOMICS PROFESSOR AVAILABLE TO ADDRESS SIGNIFICANCE OF RECORD OIL PRICES DURING PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGNS

DENVER, Jan. 3 -- Metropolitan State College of Denver issued the following news release: The price of a barrel of oil hit the $100 mark yesterday for the first time in history. While there is no magic price that will make the U.S. economy go into a recession, the $100 milestone, combined with a housing slump, lingering credit crisis, and unrest in various countries, can put a squeeze on U.S. consumers, according to Mohammed Akacem, an economics professor at Metropolitan State College of D more

EDF Energies Nouvelles Commissions 26 MW In The United Kingdom

PARIS, Oct. 29 -- EDF Group issued the following news release: EDF Energies Nouvelles has announced the commissioning of the Bicker wind farm in the Fenlands. This new 26 MW wind farm is the sixth project completed by the Group in this region of north-east England. The Bicker wind farm in Lincolnshire comprises 13 wind turbines, each with 2 MW in unit capacity. They were supplied by German manufacturer REpower. Complementing the Glassmoor, Deeping, Red House, Red Tile and Walkway wind farm more

EEI President Tom Kuhn Lauds House Passage of Economic Stabilization and Energy/Extenders Tax Legislation

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: The U.S. House of Representatives made the right call in passing legislation to help stabilize the economy and ease the credit crisis that has hurt businesses and consumers, EEI President Tom Kuhn said today. "We know this was an extremely difficult vote, and we're grateful for the leadership shown by both the House and Senate," Kuhn said. "These are challenging times, and Congress rose to that challenge more

EEI President Tom Kuhn Welcomes Multi-Stakeholder Push for Continued Energy Efficiency Improvements

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: The Edison Electric Institute today joined a diverse group of stakeholders in calling for the adoption of public policy initiatives to promote continuing energy efficiency improvements within the electric power industry and throughout all sectors of the U.S. economy. The group, comprising industry and financial leaders, energy policy experts, and manufacturing and labor interests, urged federal and st more

EFMC 2008: Facility Management 'On The Way To The Board'

HOUSTON, June 19 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Facility Management has to become part of the corporate strategy in order to meet economic and ecological demands. This is the principal result of the European Facility Management Conference held June 10-11 in Manchester, U.K. More than 400 delegates from 30 countries discussed international FM strategies, sustainability, education and change management. The Business Conference and the acc more

EFMC 2008: Facility Management Is Environment Management

HOUSTON, May 12 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: EFMC 2008 - The European Facility Management Conference June 10-11, 2008 The Palace Hotel, Manchester, UK Duesseldorf/Manchester, April 2008. DUSSELDORF/MANCHESTER -- Climate protection is a central problem that politics, the economy and society have to deal with. Everyone's behavior can contribute to climate and environmental protection, but it is particularly up to those who influence more

Eighty Five Percent of Public Transit Systems Experience Capacity Problems as Ridership Surges

WASHINGTON, Sept. 9 -- The American Public Transportation Association issued the following news release: With ridership on public transportation surging and high fuel prices severely impacting public transportation systems' budgets across the nation, 85 percent of public transit systems report capacity problems, according to a new nationwide survey of transit systems released today by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA). The survey, titled Rising Fuel Costs: Impacts on more

Electric train service soon

Colombo, Oct. 28 -- The government hopes to commence an electric train service between Panadura and Veyangoda in the near future. The Power and Energy ministry will setup a special committee to study the use of electricity trains in the country. Meanwhile an Indian State delegation is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka within the next few days to discuss the construction of the Sampur coal power plant, a senior official of the Power and Energy ministry said. The project is expected to be completed more

ELECTRICITY ON TITAN MAY SPARK LIFE

Washington, Oct. 29 -- (ANI): A new study has reported faint signs of a natural electric field in the thick cloud cover of Saturn's largest moon Titan that are similar to the energy radiated by lightning on Earth, which suggests that it could spark life. Lightning is thought to have sparked the chemical reactions that led to the origin of life on our planet. "As of now, lightning activity has not been observed in Titan's atmosphere," said lead author Juan Antonio Morente of the University of more

ELFA Annual Convention Schedule of Financial Market Sessions

WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association issued the following news release: What: The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) 47th Annual Convention - the largest gathering of equipment finance companies providing up-to-the-minute updates on the effects of the rapidly shifting financial markets on the equipment finance industry and specific market sectors. Expect speeches, panel presentations, industry council meetings and open roundtable discussions. more

Employers Take Active Role In Promoting Workplace Wellness

WASHINGTON, July 14 -- The Blue Cross And Blue Shield Association issued the following news release: Recognizing that chronic illness accounts for 75 percent of healthcare spending, many employers are taking a "hands on" approach to improving employee health and wellness by promoting programs that address smoking, obesity, and disease prevention and management. At a press briefing this morning hosted by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), representatives from Food Lion LLC, D more

Energy Expert and Former Shell President John Hofmeister to Speak at The NATSO Show

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- The National Association of Truckstop Operators issued the following news release: Today NATSO, the only trade association dedicated to the $65 billion truckstop and travel plaza industry, announced that John Hofmeister, former president of Shell Oil Co. and the founder and head of Citizens for Affordable Energy, will be a featured speaker at The NATSO Show 2009 in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 24-28. NATSO leverages 50 years of powerful relationships with key individua more

ENERGY INDUSTRY LEADERS COMMIT $1.6 MILLION TO UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON PETROLEUM PROGRAM

HOUSTON, July 29 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Two Fortune 500 oil companies have committed major funding to the Cullen College of Engineering at the University of Houston. The funds, from energy industry leaders Devon Energy Corp. and Marathon Oil Corp., will provide support for a new undergraduate program in petroleum engineering, which is expected to be approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board this fall. The Cullen College of Engineerin more

ENERGY JOLT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Dan L. Burton, R-Ind. (5th CD), issued the following blog entry: Flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) are designed to run on gasoline or a blend of up to 85% ethanol (E85). Except for a few engine and fuel system modifications, they are identical to gasoline-only models. FFVs have been produced since the 1980s, and dozens of models are currently available. Since FFVs look just like gasoline-only models, you may have an FFV and not even know it. To determine if your vehicl more

ENERGY, COST SAVINGS FROM TRAFFIC SIGNAL PROJECT

BOSTON, Oct. 1 -- The city of Boston issued the following press release: The Boston Transportation Department this summer made a series of timing adjustments to traffic signals at 60 intersections in the Back Bay. Before and after studies showed that the adjustments resulted in a reduction in traffic delays up to 29%. As a result, the yearly reduction in travel delays at these Back Bay intersections is anticipated to be 135,000 hours, the total fuel consumption savings is estimated at 125,000 more

ENGINEERS KEEP POWER FLOWING IN BAGHDAD

BAGHDAD, Iraq, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Central Command issued the following news feature article: By Erich Langer Gulf Region Division, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Gulf Region Division's largest remaining electrical generation project added two work shifts to keep pace on one of Iraq's most important infrastructure projects, the Qudas Generation Plant. The Qudas expansion initiative, first started in September 2006, will result in more

Entergy Reports Third Quarter Earnings

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 28 -- Entergy issued the following news release: Entergy Corporation (NYSE:ETR) today reported third quarter 2008 as-reported earnings of $470.3 million, or $2.41 per share, and operational earnings of $487.3 million, or $2.50 per share, compared with as-reported and operational earnings of $461.2 million, or $2.30 per share, for third quarter 2007. Consolidated Earnings - Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures Third Quarter and Year-to-Date 2008 vs. 2007 For more

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROFESSOR TESTIFIES BEFORE U.S. SENATE COMMITTEE

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Nov. 8 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: Dr. Ken Silver, assistant professor of Environmental Health in East Tennessee State University's College of Public Health, recently testified during a hearing before the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee on the need to improve the procedure through which compensation claims are processed for workers made ill during their service in the Cold War. The hearing examined t more

ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES MINOR PLANS APRIL EVENTS TO CELEBRATE EARTH DAY

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., April 3 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: East Tennessee State University's Environmental Studies minor and the ETSU student group ICE (Initiative for Clean Energy) will hold a number of environment-related events this month leading up to Earth Day on April 22. ETSU students will vote on an ETSU Green Fee Tuesday and Wednesday, April 8-9. If approved, the $5 fee would allow ETSU to form a student-led committee to spearhead innovative more

Equipment Leasing and Finance Association Announces 2008 Lease Accountants Conference

WASHINGTON, July 8 -- The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association issued the following news release: The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association's (ELFA) Lease Accountants Conference will convene September 15-17 at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel in Nashville, TN. This premier accounting event for leasing and finance professionals will bring together accountants, CFOs, controllers, tax managers, treasurers, finance directors and others responsible for financial reporting activities, as well as more

ETSU FACULTY AND STUDENTS RECEIVE HONORS AT ADDY AWARDS

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Feb. 27 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: At the Tri-Cities Metro Advertising Federation's annual ADDY Awards banquet on Feb. 23, East Tennessee State University faculty and students earned an array of gold and silver ADDYs. Among the professional categories, a gold award in regional or national television single spots was presented for "I Know," the ETSU faculty and staff convocation video, with faculty member Martin Fitzgerald prov more

ETSU FINDS GOING 'GREEN' IS GOOD

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., June 2 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: East Tennessee State University is making important strides in becoming a "green" university through a number of initiatives. A highly successful event held recently encouraged businesses and homeowners to bring to campus their old electronic devices, such as computers, VCRs, and cell phones, to be collected and removed for safe, reliable, and environmentally friendly recycling. Twelve trai more

ETSU FOUNDATION ELECTS 2008-09 OFFICERS

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., May 8 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: During its annual membership meeting today (May 8), the East Tennessee State University Foundation announced the election of officers for its fiscal year beginning July 1. Leslie Parks Pope, Kingsport, was re-elected as chair of the Foundation's Board of Directors for 2008-09. The chair of The Parks Group, LLC, Johnson City, previously served as head of the Foundation's board from 1991-94. Tim more

ETSU GROUPS HOST 'CHILL OUT,' NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION'S LIVE WEBCAST, CONTEST

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., April 7 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: On Wednesday, April 16, at 7 p.m., the East Tennessee State University Environmental Studies minor and the ETSU student organization ICE (Initiative for Clean Energy) will host a live interactive webcast entitled "Chill Out: Campus Solutions to Global Warming." The free public event will be held in the D.P. Culp University Center forum. Produced with the support of the National Wildlife Feder more

ETSU OFFERS 'SUMMER ARTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS'

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., May 21 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: Area high school students can expend creative energy this summer through a special program in the Department of Art and Design at East Tennessee State University. "Summer Arts for High School Students 2008" offers non-credit classes for rising 8th to 12th graders. The environment of this annual program encourages discovery, the creative process, and critical dialogue between students and facul more

ETSU TO HOST 'MOUNTAINTOP REMOVAL ROAD SHOW'

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Sept. 23 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: Dave Cooper, an environmental activist from Kentucky, will bring his "Mountaintop Removal Road Show" to East Tennessee State University on Monday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. in Brown Hall auditorium. Cooper has been striving for five years to publicize the effects of mountaintop removal, or "radical strip mining," a coal-mining technique that cuts large swaths of the Southern Appalachian mountains. more

ETSU TO HOST MOUNTAINTOP REMOVAL ROAD SHOW

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Jan. 16 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: On Thursday, Jan. 24, at 7:15 p.m. in Ball Hall auditorium, East Tennessee State University will host Dave Cooper and the Mountaintop Removal Road Show. Kentucky environmental activist Cooper will offer a slide presentation and discussion about the ongoing destruction of the Appalachian Mountains through a coal mining method called "radical strip mining" or "mountaintop removal." The event more

ETSURA TO HOST TALK ON ENERGY-SAVING SOLAR PANELS

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Aug. 22 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: "Green Power #2: Photovoltaic Solar Panels" is the focus of a free public presentation on Thursday, Sept. 4, from 7-8:30 p.m. in The Millennium Centre on State of Franklin Road across from East Tennessee State University. During this event sponsored by the ETSU Retirees Association, Dr. Kenneth Herd, professor emeritus of pediatrics with ETSU's James H. Quillen College of Medicine, will give more

Excerpts of Senator Joe Biden's Remarks

CHICAGO, Oct. 24 -- The presidential campaign of Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., issued the text of the following speech: Hello, Charleston! Hello, West Virginia! It is so good to be here. In the last debate, John McCain felt the need to declare that he's not President Bush. And just yesterday, John McCain actually went so far as to try to compare Barack Obama to George W. Bush. As my granddaughter says: Hello? John McCain is now attacking the Bush budget and fiscal policies. Folks, this is as cra more

EXPERIENCE EXCITEMENT OF MOTORS, MUD, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING WITH BAJA SAE 2008

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., April 30 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Hear engines roar, see mud fly, feel adrenaline pump -- the course is ready, cars are tuned and painted, and teams are arriving for the 2008 Baja SAE competition that begins tomorrow and culminates with an endurance race Saturday at Tennessee Tech University. Race fans, casual car mechanics, kids who like mud and just the curious are invited to watch as 93 teams compete in the collegiate of more

Facility Management Goes Global At European Facility Management Conference 2008

HOUSTON, May 21 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: International perspectives will take center stage as facility and private-sector experts from around the world convene at the Palace Hotel in Manchester, U.K., June 10-11 for the fifth annual European Facility Management Conference. A joint venture between EuroFM and the International Facility Management Association, EFMC 2008 will offer attendees strategies for success in the global econom more

FAHRENHEIT 451 LIGHTS IMAGINATION

ALAMOSA, Colo., April 28 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: The Adams State College Theatre Department's production, "Fahrenheit 451," exceeds expectations and lives up its much anticipated opening. The director, Dr. John H. Taylor, professor of theatre, cast actors capable of great breadth and depth and his directorial decisions add contemporary touches to a classic that, with thoughtful contemplation, entertains the audience. Benjamin Butler and Elizabeth Wellman more

Feds Attempt to Block Clean Air Gains at CA Ports

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council issued the following news release: Today, in a move that could delay clean air gains for millions of southern California residents, the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) voted 2-1 to seek an injunction against key components of the clean trucks programs at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, a dramatic fleet turnover policy to permanently reduce deadly diesel pollution in southern California. The Bush Administration's intervent more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO CARTHAGE ENERGY ET AL. REGARDING TARIFF REVISIONS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: Carthage Energy, LLC Docket Nos. ER99-2541-010, Central Maine Power Company ER05-731-004, Energetix, Inc. ER97-3556-018, Hartford Steam Company ER04-582-008, New York State Electric & Gas Corporation ER99-221-013, NYSEG Solutions, Inc. ER99-220-015, PEI Power II, LLC ER01-1764-007, and Rochester Gas and more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO EAGLE CREST ENERGY REGARDING REQUEST FOR WAIVER, APPROVAL OF PROCEDURE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: Project No. 13123 - California Eagle Mountain Pumped Storage Project Eagle Crest Energy Company Donald H. Clark Counsel for Eagle Crest Energy Company 1500 K Street, NW Suite 330 Washington, DC 20005 Re: Request for Waiver and Approval of Procedure Dear Mr. Clarke: On October 17, 2008, you requested waiver of the Federal Energy Regulat more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO ENCINAL GATHERING REGARDING REQUEST TO COMMENCE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES - PETROLERO PROJECT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: OEP/DG2E/Gas Branch 3 Encinal Gathering, Ltd. Docket No. CP07-418-000 Brandon F. Seale International Projects Director Encinal Gathering, Ltd. 10101 Reunion Place, Ste 1000 San Antonio, TX 78216 Re: Request to Commence Construction Activities - Petrolero Project Dear Mr. Seale: I have reviewed and approve your Hor more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO MIDAMERICAN ENERGY REGARDING AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE SECURITIES IN THE FORM OF UNSECURED SHORT-TERM DEBT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: EM-5.5 Docket Nos. ES08-61-000 ES08-61-001 MidAmerican Energy Company Attention: Mr. Paul J. Leighton Assistant General Counsel 4299 Northwest Urbandale Drive Urbandale, Iowa 50322 Dear Mr. Leighton: On August 26, 2008, as supplemented on September 12, 2008, MidAmerican Energy Company (MidAmerican) filed an more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO MIDAMERICAN ENERGY REGARDING AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE, SELL A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT UP TO $870 MILLION IN BONDS, NOTES, DEBENTURES, GUARANTEES OR OTHER EVIDENCES OF LONG-TERM INDEBTEDNESS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: EM-5.5 Docket Nos. ES08-60-000 and ES08-60-001 MidAmerican Energy Company Attention: Mr. Brian K. Hankel Vice President and Treasurer 666 Grand Avenue, Suite 500 Des Moines, Iowa 50309-25805 Dear Mr. Hankel: On August 26, 2008, as supplemented on September 12, 2008, you filed an application pursuant to sect more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO MILLENNIUM POWER PARTNERS ET AL. REGARDING UPDATED MARKET POWER ANALYSIS IN COMPLIANCE WITH ORDER NO. 697

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: Millennium Power Partners, L.P. New Athens Generating Company, LLC Docket Nos. ER98-830-019 ER03-719-010 Mr. William B. Bice Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP Attorney for Millennium Power Partners, L.P. and New Athens Generating Company, LLC 1 Chase Manhattan Plaza New York, NY 10005-1413 Reference: Updated Mar more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO NORTHWEST PIPELINE REGARDING REVISED TARIFF SHEETS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: Northwest Pipeline GP Docket No. CP06-416-005 Northwest Pipeline GP P.O. Box 58900 Salt Lake City, UT 84158-0900 Attention: Lynn Dahlberg Manager, Certificates and Tariffs Reference: Revised Tariff Sheets Dear Ms. Dahlberg: On September 25, 2008, Northwest Pipeline GP (Northwest) submitted revised tariff sheet more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION RATE ADJUSTMENT FACTOR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: Pacific Gas and Electric Company Docket Nos. ER08-1282-000 ER08-1282-001 Pacific Gas and Electric Company Post Office Box 7442 San Francisco, California 94120 Attention: Mark D. Patrizio, Esq. Reference: Automatic Transmission Rate Adjustment Factor Dear Mr. Patrizio: On July 21, 2008, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) file more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO PACIFICORP REGARDING COMPLIANCE FILING

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: PacifiCorp Docket Nos. OA07-54-005 and ER07-1291-004 Troutman Sanders LLP 401 9th Street, NW, Suite 1000 Washington, DC 20004 Attention: Rebecca R. Blitstein Counsel for PacifiCorp Reference: Compliance Filing Dear Ms. Blitstein: On May 28, 2008, you submitted, on behalf of PacifiCorp, a revised business more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO POWEREX REGARDING NOTICE OF CHANGE IN STATUS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: Powerex Corp. Docket No. ER01-48-012 Ms. Deanna E. King Bracewell & Giuliani LLP Attorney for Powerex Corp. 111 Congress Avenue Suite 2300 Austin, Texas 78701-4061 Reference: Notice of Change in Status Dear Ms. King: Pursuant to the authority delegated to the Director, Division of Tariffs and Market Development - more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO PPL RENEWABLE ENERGY REGARDING MARKET-BASED RATE AUTHORIZATION

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: PPL Renewable Energy, LLC Docket No. ER08-1012-000 Ms. Lisa Tucker Attorney for PPL Renewable Energy, LLC Kirkpatrick & Lockhart Preston Gates Ellis LLC 1601 K Street, MW Washington, DC 20006 Reference: Market-Based Rate Authorization Dear Ms. Tucker: Pursuant to the authority delegated to the Director, Division of more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO TEXAS GAS TRANSMISSION REGARDING AUTHORIZATION TO MODIFY WELL PAD SITE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: OEP/DG2E/Gas 1 Texas Gas Transmission, LLC Phase 3 Expansion Project Docket No. CP07-405-000 Kathy D. Fort Manager, Certificates and Tariffs 3800 Frederica Street P.O. Box 20008 Owensboro, KY 42304-0008 RE: Authorization to Modify Well Pad Site I grant your October 24, 2008 request to modify Well Site 17574 in Muhle more

FERC ISSUES ORDER TO VALERO POWER MARKETING REGARDING UPDATED MARKET POWER ANALYSIS IN COMPLIANCE WITH ORDER NO. 697

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the text of the following delegated order: In Reply Refer To: The Premcor Refining Group Inc., and Valero Power Marketing LLC Docket Nos. ER06-764-002 and ER06-1226-001 Mr. Kenneth G. Hurwitz Haynes and Boone, LLP Attorney for The Premcor Refining Group Inc. and Valero Power Marketing LLC 1615 L Street, N.W. Suite 800 Washington, D.C. 20036 Reference: Updated Market Power Analys more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF DAVID THORNE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of David Thorne in Docket(s)/Project(s) PF08-9-000 Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, I'm very concerned about the Ruby Pipeline plans of routing through the Summit Lake Indian Reservation and Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge. This part of Nevada is a beautiful area and home to large herds of bighorn sheep, deer, pronghorn and wild mustang horses. The streams co more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF DAWN ARBELIUS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Dawn Arbelius in Docket(s)/Project(s) P-1864-083 5344 Calderwood Rd Trout Creek, MI 49967 906 852-3526 Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE, Room 1A Washington, DC 20426 Dear Secretary Bose: Regarding: Environmental Assessment Bond Falls P-1864-083 I protest the Environmental Assessment (EA) finding of "no-sign more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF DENVER DICKERSON

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of denver dickerson in Docket(s)/Project(s) PF08-9-000 To whom it may concern: Thank you for including me in your mailing of public information concerning the Ruby Pipeline proposal. However, I find it almost insulting that with the tentative project, approximately half of which crosses all of Nevada, that none of the four public scoping meetings were he more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF HENRY W PETERS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Henry W Peters in Docket(s)/Project(s) P-1864-083 Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE Washington, DC 20426 Re: Comments concerning the September 25, 2008 Environmental Assessment of the Bond Falls Hydroelectric Project P-1864-083 Dear Ms Bose: I have lived, off and on, in Michigan's wonderfu more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 Jefferson Road property--we were never given a map of the new tile routes and their GPS locations. Tile line could possibly be crushed. We won't know until next spring or the next heavy rain. Tile on the opposite side of road was crushed by large machinery. more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 Jefferson Road property and neighbors--bulldozer was pushing ground up to sifter and sorting the stones out before it got to the sifter who was filling the trench. Supervisor told workers to put stones in. more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 County Road H and Jefferson Road property--contractor told my husband that not enough topsoil was removed in the first place. When topsoil was replaced, they has a hard time getting enough put over the whole property more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 County Road H and Jefferson Road property--gas line markers and mile markers were placed in inconvient places in regards to us farming the property. When asking them to do so, they moved it to another location but not where we told them to. Now they refuse to move it again. more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF NORTHWOODS ALLIANCE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Kimberly D Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE, Room 1A Washington, DC 20426 RE: Comments protesting the Environmental Assessment dated 09/28/08 Bond Falls reservoir Hydroelectric Project No 1864 Dear Ms Bose: As a citizens' group concerned with the environment and quality of life of the north woods region, the Northwood more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF TOM CHURCH

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Tom Church in Docket(s)/Project(s) P-1864-083 The EA erroneously assumes that development of the Bond Falls shoreline is "inevitable", and that shoreline development is causing the demand for amenities such as docks. On the contrary, it is very clear from reading the SMP that it is the docks that are causing the demand for development of non-project lands(n more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENT OF TOM WOLFE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Tom Wolfe in Docket(s)/Project(s) P-1864-083 5344 Calderwood Rd Trout Creek, MI 49967 906 852-3526 Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE, Room 1A Washington, DC 20426 Dear Secretary Bose: Regarding: Environmental Assessment Bond Falls P-1864-083 I am a life-long resident of Ontonagon County and reside on propert more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS IN SUPPORT OF BOND FALLS PROJECT SMP, EA OF SAVEOURSCHOOLS/SHAREOURSHORELINES

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary 888 First Street NE Rm 1-A Washington, DC 20426 COMMENTS P-1864-083 Members of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission: We support the Shoreline Management Plan that has been submitted to The Commission by the Upper Peninsula Power Company for the Bond Falls Project and urge you to grant you more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF AL, VICKY KURTTI

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Kimberly Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First St NE, Room 1A Washington, DC 20426 In Reference To Bond Falls Project #1864-083 Secretary Bose and Commission Members: We are resident property owners, taxpayers and business owners in the Bruce Crossing Michigan area which is part of Stannard Township. We've lived our entire lives here, more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF BILL, JULIE PARO

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary 888 First Street NE Rm 1A Washington, DC 20426 In support of the Shoreline Management Plan submitted by UPPCO and the FERC's Environmental Assessment of that SMP for Bond Falls Hydroelectric Project #1864-083 Dear Secretary Bose and Members of the Commission: We are completely in support of the more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF GOGEBIC COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: GOGEBIC COUNTY RESOLUTION 2008-08 SUPPORTING UPPCO'S SHORELINE MANAGEMENT PLANS Comments: P-10856-061, P-2402-108, P-10854-080, P-2506-144, P-1864-083 WHEREAS, the Upper Peninsula and areas around the projects listed above contain a large amount of State and Federal land, including the Hiawatha and Ottawa National forests that are open to the public, off limits t more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF HAWKWATCH INTERNATIONAL

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE; Room 1A Washington, DC 20426 ATTN: PF08-9-000 Dear Kimberly Bose, Thank you for this opportunity to submit our comments to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission during the scoping period for the Ruby Pipeline Project (PF08-9-000). Please give careful consideration to our more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF MICHAEL, PEG BORO

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary 888 First Street NE, Room 1-A Bond Falls Project # 1864-083 Dear Ms. Bose: We write this letter to you in support of the Shoreline Management Plan for Bond Falls P-1864-083 and the Environmental Assessment that you've compiled regarding this Hydroelectric Project. Approve this SMP as early as more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF NORTHWOODS WILDERNESS RECOVERY

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street, NE, Room 1-A Washington, DC 20426 Re: Comments on Environmental Assessment, Bond Falls Project No 1864--MI Dear Secretary Bose, I am extremely disappointed with the Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Bond Falls Project. Instead of producing an assessment protecting the public's interest and ensuring any more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF SAVEOUR SCHOOLS/SHARE OUR SHORELINES

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE, Room 1A Washington, DC 20426 COMMENTS REGARDING P-1864-083 P-10856-061 P-10854-080 P-2506-144 P-2402-108 Dear Ms. Bose: Included with this letter are copies of postcards from individuals that are in support of all 5 of the Projects listed in the right hand corner of the more

FERC RECEIVES COMMENTS OF THE ONTONAGON CONSERVATION DISTRICT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Ms. Kimberly Bose, Secretary Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 888 First Street NE - Room 1-A Washington, D.C. 20426 Re: Bond Falls Hydroelectric Project # 1864-083 Dear Ms. Bose: The Ontonagon Conservation District recently discussed the Environmental Assessment (EA) prepared for Upper Peninsula Power Company's proposed Shoreline Management Plan for the B more

FERC RECIEVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 Jefferson Road property--pipeline intersected our water line between the well and our buildings. We never approved of the connections before they buried the line as we were told they would. We are unsure of how it was bridged up and if the connections were left with hose clamps on. We are now experiencing low p more

FERC RECIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 County Road H property--bulldozer that was putting topsoil back and doing final grading went out of right of way. We have pictures of the tracks. more

FERC RECIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 Jefferson Road property --sand bags used to hold up pipeline in trench. We are concerned of ground settling creating sinkholes and the stones underneath it posing a problem. more

FERC RECIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 County Road H and Jefferson Road property--stones rolled off of subsoil piles out of the right of way and the workers would not pick them back up. This posed a problem that they wrecked our machinery as we were trying to operate the rest of our land. more

FERC RECIVES COMMENT OF JODI DITTER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Jodi Ditter in Docket(s)/Project(s) CP07-8-000 Jefferson Road property--pipeline intersected our water line between the well and our buildings. We never approved of the connections before they buried the line as we were told they would. We are unsure of how it was bridged up and if the connections were left with hose clamps on. We are now experiencing low p more

FERC RECIVES COMMENT OF KRISTEN HIATT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received the following comment: Comment of Kristen Hiatt in Docket(s)/Project(s) PF08-9-000 My name is Kristen Hiatt, I am an Environmental Specialist with the Bureau of Reclamation, Klamath Basin Area Office. The Ruby Pipeline Project, as proposed, will cross Reclamation facilities associated with the Klamath Project. Therefore, please include me on the mailing list for all documentation. My contac more

FIFTH ETSU PRESIDENT PASSES AWAY

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Nov. 16 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing of Dr. Arthur H. DeRosier Jr., East Tennessee State University's fifth president. The ETSU Office of the President learned today that Dr. DeRosier died of cancer yesterday (November 15, 2007) in Louisville, Kentucky. Dr. DeRosier had retired as president of Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana. Dr. DeRosier served as ETSU's Presi more

FILM AND SPEAKER ADDRESS ALTERNATIVE ENERGY TRANSPORTATION

ALAMOSA, Colo., April 8 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: If you are annoyed with high gas prices, attend the showing of the film "Who Killed the Electric Car," at 7 p.m. Monday, April 14, in the Adams State College Carson Auditorium, sponsored by the Adams State College EARTH group. Jeffrey Blamey, amateur electric motorcycle conversionist, will lead a discussion immediately following the film. The event is free and open to the public. Blamey will show features an more

FIVE ADDITIONAL WEST VIRGINIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL JOIN 'SEEDS' PROGRAM

CHARLESTON, W.Va., Oct. 29 -- Gov. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., issued the following press release: Gov. Joe Manchin, joined by First Lady Gayle Manchin, education officials and leaders from the business community, today announced five additional public schools have joined the SEEDS (Student Educational and Economic Development Success) volunteer mentoring program. The SEEDS program, which the governor launched last October, partners a public school principal with a seasoned business leader and m more

FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY, REGENESIS POWER BEGIN CONSTRUCTION ON SOLAR ENERGY FARM

FORT MYERS, Fla., Oct. 28 -- Florida Gulf Coast University, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news release: Today, Florida Gulf Coast University and Regenesis Power announced the official start of construction on the 16-acre solar energy farm on the FGCU campus. The 2 megawatt (MW) farm will turn solar energy into usable electrical energy for the entire campus. "Today, as we begin construction of our 2 MW solar energy farm, we take a giant leap forwar more

FM-3D Leaders' Conference To Offer Management Training For Today's Facility Professionals

HOUSTON, Feb. 19 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Facility managers from the United States and beyond will gather in Houston Feb. 27-29, 2008, to participate in the International Facility Management Association's FM-3D conference -- a three-day educational and networking event focusing on strategic leadership and facility planning. The FM-3D conference will consist of the Best Practices Forum, Management Summit and Leaders' Conference and more

FORENSIC CENTER NAMED IN HONOR OF BILL JENKINS

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., March 28 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: During its quarterly meeting today, the Tennessee Board of Regents approved the naming of The William L. Jenkins Forensic Center at East Tennessee State University's James H. Quillen College of Medicine. The Tennessee Board of Regents is the governing board for ETSU. A resident of Hawkins County, Congressman Jenkins represented the First District of Tennessee from 1997 to 2007. During his more

Forest survey in January

Kathmandu, Oct. 28 -- The government will begin a survey of the country's forests in January to find out the extent of forest cover and make an inventory of products of these forests, officials said. According to Deepak K. Kharel, forest survey officer at the Department of Forest Research and Survey (DoFRS), the last forest survey was conducted in 1999. The survey is part of the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) assessment of global forest resources, carried out every fiv more

FORMER ARENA QUARTERBACK 'PASSES' HIS KNOWLEDGE TO LOBO RECEIVERS

ALPINE, Texas, Sept. 10 -- Sul Ross State University issued the following news release: After playing quarterback at the collegiate and professional levels, Jason Johnson now passes his experience to Lobo receivers. Johnson, a graduate assistant coach for Wayne Schroeder's Sul Ross State University football staff, played high school football in Palmetto, Fla; was a quarterback in junior college and at Western Kentucky University, then competed with the Odessa Roughnecks in the Intense (are more

FORMER GOVERNOR, BUSINESSMAN TO RECEIVE FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY HONORARY DEGREES ON DEC. 15

FLORENCE, S.C., Dec. 4 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: A former governor and Florence businessman will be awarded honorary degrees from Francis Marion University during spring commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, in the Smith University Center gymnasium. Selected to receive honorary doctoral degrees are Emerson Gower, Jr. of Florence and Gov. James "Jim" Hodges of Columbia. Hodges will also be the commencement speaker for the 282 candida more

FOUR UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER PHYSICIANS AGAIN NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED FOR PROVIDING QUALITY DIABETES CARE

TYLER, Texas, Oct. 9 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler issued the following news release: Four physicians at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler have been recognized by two national medical associations for providing quality care to their patients with diabetes. The physicians are: Dr. David Shafer, director of UTHSCT's Center for Diabetes Care; Dr. Thomas Belt, Jr., chief of staff and medical director for clinical affairs; Dr. Kent Davis, directo more

FRED ALSOP NAMED FIRST DIRECTOR OF GEORGE L. CARTER RAILROAD MUSEUM

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., June 30 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: Dr. Fred J. Alsop III has been named by East Tennessee State University as the first director of the George L. Carter Railroad Museum. The museum, opened to the public last November, is devoted to the region's historical ties to railroads and features active displays of model railroads. Located in the old ETSU College of Medicine Building on the pedestrian mall, opposite Roy S. Nicks Hall, th more

FREMONT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ISSUES MINUTES OF OCT. 14 MEETING

CANON CITY, Colo., Oct. 14 -- The Fremont County Board of Commissioners issued the following meeting minutes: The Board of Commissioners of the County of Fremont, State of Colorado, met in Regular Session on October 14, 2008, 615 Macon Avenue, Room LL3, Fremont County Administration Building, Ca�on City, Colorado. Commissioner Chairman Larry Lasha called the meeting to order at 9:30 A.M. Larry Lasha Commissioner Present Edward H. Norden Commissioner Present Michael J. Stiehl Commis more

Freshfields Attorney Becomes ASIL President

WASHINGTON, April 15 -- The American Society of International Law issued the following news release: The American Society of International Law (ASIL) announces that on April 10, 2008, Lucy Reed, a partner at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, in New York, became the Society's 43rd president. Ms Reed is a specialist in international commercial arbitration, particularly in investment treaty disputes. She will serve in her new ASIL capacity for a two-year term. "I am very much looking forward t more

FROM DIABETES TO ROLLER COASTERS, STUDENT RESEARCH RECOGNIZED AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON CONTEST

HOUSTON, Jan. 30 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Improving data storage, impacting human health and strengthening structures are on the agenda for three students at the University of Houston pursuing research in superconductivity and advanced materials. Showcasing these three impressive endeavors and many others, the 34th Semiannual Texas Center for Superconductivity at the University of Houston (TcSUH) Student Symposium recently gave science and engineering more

FUTURE STUDIES DEGREE AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON KICKS OFF IN FALL 2008

HOUSTON, March 3 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: An oil company investigates whether the popularity of hybrid automobiles will affect its operations. A publishing empire researches how new digital books may influence people's reading habits. A fashion house observes the nation's increasing obesity rates and tries to determine if such data might predict the public's preferences for certain apparel. These three hypothetical scenarios are examples of futurism i more

GALLEGOS PUTS SPRING IN YOUR STEP

ALAMOSA, Colo., June 27 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: A business plan assignment at Adams State College became the roots for a nationally known Albuquerque, New Mexico shoe company. Andres Gallegos '91 and his father, Alvaro Gallegos, founded Z-CoiL in 1993. A Z-CoiL shoe is a specialty shoe, which has a spring in place of the heel. According to the Z-CoiL website, Alvaro Gallegos designed the shoe because of the constant pain he suffered from running. After te more

GEAR UP BRINGING ALTERNATIVE ENERGY TO DCHS

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., June 16 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: The students in the GEAR UP program at David Crockett High School are engaged in a unique project harnessing alternative energy sources to operate the school's greenhouse. A towering wind turbine and a bank of photovoltaic cells generate power which is then stored in batteries donated to the project by Exide. As needed, the batteries operate fans, louvers, water, and a sensor network for the more

GENERAL MOTORS WORKERS CONCERNS HEARD IN WASHINGTON

WASHINGTON, June 20 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following column: Our community recently received the disappointing news that the Moraine GM Assembly plant will close. The plant is expected to close after the completion of the 2009 model year and will cause the loss of approximately 2,500 jobs. Additionally, the secondary impact on companies that do business with the GM plant will be extremely significant. I know firsthand just how important this plant is to man more

GENETIC CLOCK MAKERS AT NIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO PUBLISH THEIR 'TIMEPIECE' IN NATURE

LA JOLLA, Calif., Oct. 29 -- The University of California at San Diego issued the following press release: UC San Diego bioengineers have created the first stable, fast and programmable genetic clock that reliably keeps time by the blinking of fluorescent proteins inside E. coli cells. The clock's blink rate changes when the temperature, energy source or other environmental conditions change, a fact that could lead to new kinds of sensors that convey information about the environment through more

GEORGETOWN BOARD OF SELECTMEN ISSUES AGENDA FOR JULY 22 REGULAR MEETING

GEORGETOWN, Colo., July 22 -- The Georgetown Board of Selectmen issued the text of their meeting agenda: 6:00 P.M. TOWN HALL, 404 6th STREET REGULAR MEETING - AGENDA PLEASE NOTE: THE TIMES ASSIGNED TO THE AGENDA ITEMS ARE ONLY ESTIMATES. AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE HEARD EARLIER OR LATER THAN SCHEDULED. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL AGENDA APPROVAL AUDIENCE BUSINESS: Members of the audience have five minutes to present any matter of interest not already on the age more

GEORGETOWN BOARD OF SELECTMEN ISSUES AGENDA FOR OCT. 14 REGULAR MEETING

GEORGETOWN, Colo., Oct. 14 -- The Georgetown Board of Selectmen issued the text of their meeting agenda: 6:00 P.M. TOWN HALL, 404 6th STREET REGULAR MEETING - AGENDA PLEASE NOTE: THE TIMES ASSIGNED TO THE AGENDA ITEMS ARE ONLY ESTIMATES. AGENDA ITEMS MAY BE HEARD EARLIER OR LATER THAN SCHEDULED. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL AGENDA APPROVAL AUDIENCE BUSINESS: Members of the audience have five minutes to present any matter of interest not already on the age more

Geotimes Examines Google's Renewable Efforts

ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 18 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: Geotimes magazine examines Google's efforts to develop affordable renewable energy in the April issue, available online and on newsstands now. Google, Inc. launched REmore

Geotimes Explores Oil Around the World

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 1 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: With oil hovering around $90 a barrel, Geotimes magazine examines emerging trends and issues in several obvious, and some not-so-obvious locations, in this month's cover story "Oil Around the World." Land disputes, foreign sanctions, terrorism, war and economics play into the exploration and recovery of the world's oil and natural gas reserves. Be it Libya, Iraq or Norway, the South China Sea or more

Geotimes Investigates Iraq's Oil Prospects

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 8 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: In the February issue of Geotimes magazine, now available on newsstands and online at http://www.geotimes.org, Geotimes examines the complicated issues surrounding Iraq's oil exploration and production. Iraq boasts the largest untapped oil reserves in the world. Unfortunately, the instability that comes with war, attacks on infrastructure and the outdated technology currently in use in Iraq has more

Geotimes Online: Now with Video

ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 13 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: The American Geological Institute (AGI) is pleased to announce the first Geotimes videocast, available both through http://www.geotimes.org and YouTube. The premiere videocast takes a look at the current developments related to the Chait�n eruption in Chile. Geotimes Online is now producing original videocasts of Earth-related news. The videocasts will cover current geologic news, including na more

Geotimes to Become Earth Magazine

ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 7 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: Geotimes magazine, the flagship publication of the American Geological Institute (AGI), will become EARTH magazine beginning with the September 2008 issue. Geotimes has delivered the earth science news to the professional community for over 52 years. Since 1999, the magazine has been transformed to become the voice of the geosciences for the general public, while still covering the latest dev more

Geotimes: Desert Power: A Solar Renaissance

ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 1 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: What does the future hold for solar power? Geotimes magazine looks into more efficient ways of turning the sun's power into electricity in its April cover story, "Desert Power: A Solar Renaissance." Solar power has regained popularity amid increasing fossil fuel costs and green initiatives. New technology has made this form of electricity generation even more economically appealing and efficien more

Geotimes: Down with the Dams: Unchaining U.S. Rivers

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 28 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: Dam removal is gaining popularity across the country and the March issue of Geotimes explores this new trend, and what happens when the dams come down. The number of large and small dams being removed from U.S. rivers is few, but increasing, as both river restoration gains popularity and aging dams lose their license from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. But with these removals come ec more

Geotimes: The Impending Coastal Crisis

ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 12 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: Coastlines are the most dynamic feature on the planet. In the March issue, Geotimes magazine looks into the risks of increased development along our coastlines and what that means for erosion, flooding and future development. As coastal communities grow, so does the call for human-made structures to prevent local beach erosion. But what do these structures mean for the overall health of surrou more

Geotimes: Venturing to Venus

ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 1 -- The American Geological Institute issued the following news release: What can be gained from a new mission to Earth's twin planet? In the latest issue of Geotimes magazine, the mysteries of Venus are explored. Venus is closer to Earth than Mars, yet little is known about this inhospitable planet. Its metal-melting temperatures and extreme pressure make research on the planet difficult, but Venus could hold keys to Earth's evolution and future. Venus Exploration more

German Inventor Develops Orbital Friction Welding Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 30 -- Leonhard Crasser of Naila, Germany, has developed an orbital friction welding device. According to a description of the invention, released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The invention relates to a method for orbital friction welding for the welding of workpieces, whereby the workpieces are continually pressed against one another in an axial direction, during a supply of vibratory energy into a joining plane. Further the invention relates to a device for c more

German Inventors Develop Vehicle Steering Column Assembly

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Torsten Harms, Holger Kittler and Sven Sagner, all from Hamburg, Germany, Fred Eggers of Buxtehude, Germany, and Marcel Erang of Wilstedt, Germany, have developed a steering column assembly for vehicle. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A steering column assembly has a bracket situated fixed on a vehicle, and a rotatable steering column, which has a column jacket and a steering shaft mounted therein. The steering column has more

GERMANY TO INCREASE DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE FOR PAKISTAN

Islamabad, Oct 28 (UNI) Germany has expressed willingness to increase its development assistance for Pakistan to help it counter the challenge of financial crisis. Addressing a joint news conference along with Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi in Islamabad today, German Foreign Minister Frank Walter also urged the international community to stand by the government of Pakistan at this critical juncture to overcome the challenges posed by global economic crisis and the terrorism. more

GILTRUD HONORED FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TO WEAPONS EFFECTS RESEARCH

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 28 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Threat Reduction Agency issued the following news release: A member of the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's (DTRA) research and development staff will receive a prestigious award for his contributions to military weapons and effects and structural response research. The Shock and Vibration Information and Analysis Center (SAVIAC) will present Michael E. Giltrud from DTRA's Research and Development enterprise with its Lif more

GLENWOOD SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL ISSUES AGENDA FOR DEC. 6 MEETING

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo., Dec. 6 -- The Glenwood Springs City Council issued the text of its meeting agenda: 101 W. 8TH STREET 7:00 P.M. 11:00 a.m. - City Council Pre-Meeting 11:30 a.m. - City Council Worksession - Employee Housing Ownership Program (EHOP) 5:00 p.m. - City Council Worksession - Energy Efficiency Ad Hoc Committee 6:00 p.m. - City Council Worksession - Compensation Plan 1. Roll Call. 2. Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Citizens Appearing Before Council. 4. Con more

GLENWOOD SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL ISSUES MINUTES OF DEC. 20 MEETING

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo., Dec. 20 -- The Glenwood Springs City Council issued the text of its meeting minutes: 101 W. 8TH STREET 6:00 P.M. PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: Mayor Bruce Christensen COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Johnson, Shelley Kaup, David Merritt, Russ Arensman, Chris Chadwick, and Dave Sturges. ALSO PRESENT: Jeff Hecksel, City Manager; Jan Shute, City Attorney; Robin Unsworth, City Clerk; Andrew McGregor, Director of Community Development; Jill Peterson, Planner; and Gretchen more

GLENWOOD SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL ISSUES MINUTES OF DEC. 6 MEETING

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo., Dec. 6 -- The Glenwood Springs City Council issued the text of its meeting minutes: 101 W. 8TH STREET 7:00 P.M. PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: Mayor Bruce Christensen COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Johnson, David Merritt, Russ Arensman, Chris Chadwick, and Dave Sturges. COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Shelley Kaup ALSO PRESENT: Jeff Hecksel, City Manager; Jan Shute, City Attorney; Robin Unsworth, City Clerk; and Andrew McGregor, Director of Community Development. ITEM more

GLENWOOD SPRINGS CITY COUNCIL ISSUES MINUTES OF NOV. 15 MEETING

GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 15 -- The Glenwood Springs City Council issued the text of its meeting minutes: 101 W. 8TH STREET 6:00 P.M. PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: Mayor Bruce Christensen COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Johnson, David Merritt, Chris McGovern, Joe O'Donnell, Chris Chadwick, and *Larry Beckwith. ALSO PRESENT: Jeff Hecksel, City Manager; Jan Shute, City Attorney; Robin Unsworth, City Clerk; and Andrew McGregor, Director of Community Development. ITEM NO. 2 Pledge of All more

GMR INFRA Q2 REVENUES UP OVER 91%

Hyderabad, Oct 29 (UNI) Gross Revenues of GMR Infrastructure Limited (GIL) went up 91.47 per cent from Rs 500.45 crore to Rs 958.23 crore for Q2 2008-09. In a statement here today, GMR Infrastructure Limited (GIL) released its consolidated financial performance which showed net revenues going up by 114.21 per cent from Rs 395.31 crore to Rs 846.81 crore and PAT (before notional forex losses) by 36.80 per cent from Rs 67.07 crore to Rs 91.75 crore Commenting on the highlights for the quarte more

GOLDEN DRAGON ACROBATS COMING TO WICHITA

WICHITA, Kan., Oct. 7 -- Wichita State University issued the following news release: The Golden Dragon Acrobats are coming to Wichita to perform their 30th anniversary show 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Orpheum Theatre, 200 N. Broadway in downtown Wichita. The performance is sponsored by Wichita State University's Student Activities Council. The Golden Dragon Acrobats have traveled the world, spending much of the past 30 years in the United States. They have toured in all 50 states an more

GOV. BLAGOJEVICH ANNOUNCES $265 MILLION IN ENERGY ASSISTANCE FUNDING TO HELP MORE LOW-INCOME FAMILIES

CHICAGO, Oct. 25 -- Gov. Rod Blagojevich, D-Ill., issued the following press release: Amidst the background of rising energy costs and a weakening economy, Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today announced $265 million in federal funding for Illinois' Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This year's increase in federal funding ensures that the state will be able to help low-income families with the cost of keeping their homes warm this winter. "Working families throughout Illinois more

GOV. BLAGOJEVICH ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF INTERSTATE 55 WIDENING PROJECT

ROMEOVILLE, Ill., Oct. 29 -- Gov. Rod Blagojevich, D-Ill., issued the following press release: Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today announced the completion of the $165 million Corridor Improvement Project of Interstate 55 in Will County. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) held a ceremony today that included local and state officials celebrating the end of major construction activities for the project. The project entailed adding a third lane to the roadway in both directions from more

GOV. BLUNT ISSUES STATEMENT ON LT. GOV. KINDER'S CALL FOR SPECIAL SESSION

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Oct. 29 -- Gov. Matt Blunt, R-Mo., issued the following statement: Gov. Matt Blunt today issued the following statement on Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder's call for a special session to allow lawmakers to act early in providing $103 million in supplemental funds for LIHEAP, Low Income Heating Assistance Program: "Lt. Gov. Kinder is a great advocate for Missouri seniors and low-income families faced with rising energy and heating costs, so I am not surprised he wants the General more

GOV. CORZINE TO CONGRESS: INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS KEY TO ECONOMIC RECOVERY

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- Gov. Jon S. Corzine, D-N.J., issued the following press release: In testimony before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Governor Jon S. Corzine today urged Congress to "turn this period of adversity into a time of opportunity" through an ambitious federal program for up to $300 billion in public infrastructure projects. "The nation's construction industry is on its back, our infrastructure is deteriorating, and in too many cases, compromised," more

GOV. CRIST ISSUES STATEMENT REGARDING TRI-RAIL'S USE OF BIODIESEL

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 29 -- Gov. Charlie Crist, R-Fla., has issued the following statement: "As Florida encourages companies to invest in renewable and alternative energy technologies, I applaud Tri-Rail for the decision to use biofuels in its fleet. As the clean energy technology sector continues to grow, we are encouraging the development of biofuels using Florida-based feedstocks, which will create jobs here in the Sunshine State and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions." more

GOV. DANIELS APPOINTS ST. JOSEPH SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 24 -- Gov. Mitch Daniels, R-Ind., issued the following press release: Governor Mitch Daniels today announced the appointment of Margot Fisher Reagan of South Bend as St. Joseph Superior Court judge. She succeeds Judge William T. Means, who retired on September 30. Reagan has been in private practice since 1989 and is a partner in the firm of Tuesley, Hall, Konopa, LLP. She previously served two years as a law clerk to Judge Allen Sharp in the U.S. District Court, Norther more

GOV. FREUDENTHAL PROCLAIMS OCT. 30 AS WEATHERIZATION DAY

CHEYENNE, Wyo., Oct. 29 -- Gov. Dave Freudenthal, D-Wyo., issued the following proclamation: WHEREAS, the Weatherization Assistance Program, the nation's largest residential energy efficiency program, was initiated in 1976 in response to the energy shortage to states and communities assisting low-income families to have more energy efficient, safe, and healthy homes; and WHEREAS, the program conducts computerized energy audits and uses advanced technologies to determine the energy conserva more

GOV. LINGLE ISSUES STATEMENT ON COUNCIL ON REVENUES

HONOLULU, Oct. 29 -- Gov. Linda Lingle, R-Hawaii, issued the following statement: Governor Linda Lingle issued the following statement today regarding the Council on Revenues' reduced revenues forecast. "The Council on Revenues' lower projections reflect the economic realities we are facing as a result of factors that are taking place at the national and global level that are beyond our control. "We will review the Council's revised projections and work with our departments to determine more

GOV. RILEY PROCLAIMS OCT. 30 AS WEATHERIZATION DAY

MONTGOMERY, Ala., Oct. 28 -- Gov. Bob Riley, R-Ala., issued the following proclamation: WHEREAS, October is National Energy Awareness Month and October 30th is designated as National Weatherization Day; and WHEREAS, the State of Alabama has a long standing commitment to conserve its resources and to help low-income households through its Weatherization Assistance Program; and WHEREAS, since its inception in 1976, the State of Alabama has administered the Weatherization Assistance Progra more

GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER ANNOUNCES NEARLY $300 MILLION IN VOTER-APPROVED INFRASTRUCTURE BOND AWARDS

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 29 -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, R-Calif., issued the following news release: Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announced today nearly $300 million in voter-approved Proposition 1D and Proposition 1B funds have been approved by the State Allocation Board (SAB) and the California Transportation Commission (CTC) to be allocated to infrastructure projects throughout the state. The allocations are from the Governor's $42 billion Strategic Growth Plan to rebuild California's more

GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL STUDENTS VISIT OAK RIDGE NATIONAL LABORATORY

OAK RIDGE, Tenn., July 7 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: During the fifth and final week of their studies and field trips as participants in the inaugural class of Tennessee Tech University's Governor's School for Emerging Technologies, 54 of the state's top high school juniors and seniors recently visited Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the Y-12 National Security Complex and the Technology 2020 facility to learn about some of the world's leading techno more

GOVT UNDER FIRE FOR SHORT-TERM MEASURES TO CHECK TRANSPORT POLLUTION

New Delhi, Oct 29 (UNI) The increasing number of private vehicles has worried the nation's lawmakers studying global warming's impact on the country, and they have rapped the Government for tackling the problem with short-term measures. The Parliamentary Standing Commitee on Science and Technology and Environment and Forests, in its latest report, has said transport sector was one of the major causes for increase in the emission of Green House Gases(GHG) like Co2, which causes a rise in globa more

GRAMMY-NOMINATED QUINTET AND PIANIST TO PERFORM AT STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITY

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Feb. 18 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: The Grammy-nominated Borealis Wind Quintet and one of America's leading pianists, Leon Bates, will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 4, in W.M. Turner Auditorium. The event is part of the Stephen F. Austin State University College of Fine Arts' University Series. Acclaimed as one America's preeminent chamber ensembles, The Borealis Wind Quintet combines the highest musical inte more

GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS STUDENTS AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON SHOW FLAIR FOR FASHION

HOUSTON, Feb. 22 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: University of Houston graphic communication alumnus Dylan Moore was tired of formulaic fashion designs dominating the marketplace, so in 2006, he decided to create his own clothing line. His own tastes were steeped in retroware that resembled attire found in yesteryear's lounges, rock clubs and pool halls. With that, he created contemporary designs based on classic aspects of American culture and founded Tupel more

Gray, Howard, Cerreta, and Henein Join TMS Board of Directors

WARRENDALE, Pa., Aug. 28 -- The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society issued the following news release: The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) has announced the election of four new members to its Board of Directors. Hailing from universities in the United States and Canada and from U.S. Department of Energy national laboratories, these materials science and engineering professionals will help to determine the future course of the society and its activities. Each one will serve for th more

GREEN BLOCKS PROJECT HOLDS OPEN HOUSES OCT. 25

MISSOULA, Mont., Oct. 22 -- The city of Missoula issued the following news release: The public is invited to visit with homeowners who are part of the City of Missoula's Green Blocks energy conservation project at two open houses on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 1-4 p.m. Come enjoy cider and snacks and learn about the energy-saving improvements homeowners made with help from NorthWestern Energy and Mountain Water Company in this demonstration project led by the Mayor's Advisory Group on Climate more

GUMBEL'S 'EYE' TO FOCUS ON SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY

ORANGEBURG, S.C., Feb. 29 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: South Carolina State University will once again be in the national spotlight when it is featured on the syndicated television talk show "Eye on America," hosted by Greg Gumbel. The university will be acknowledged as a "Hidden Gem in Higher Education" during the program. The segment on SCSU will be around five minutes in length and is set to air sometime in the spring. SCSU trustees receive more

HAJ COMMITTEE GEARED UP FOR SMOOTH DEPARTURE OF PILGRIMS

Hyderabad, Oct 28 (UNI) The Andhra Pradesh State Haj Committee has geared up for the smooth departure of over 7000 pilgrims of the state going for the Haj 2008. Mohammed Ali Shabbir, Minister for Energy, Coal and Minorities Welfare, and looks after the Haj Committee, reviewed the entire arrangements of the Haj Camp at the Haj House here with members and officials of the Haj Committee this evening and instructed to ensure flawless planning for smooth departure of the Haj pilgrims. He said more

HARTFORD-AREA PLANNING GROUP REAPS SMART GROWTH AID

BOSTON, Oct. 29 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following press release: A Connecticut organization representing 29 towns and cities in the Hartford area was chosen to receive technical assistance worth $45,000 from EPA, to help communities craft zoning regulations that use smart growth principles in developing affordable housing. The Capitol Regional Council of Governments, chosen from a national competition that drew 47 applicants, requested help developing model regula more

Hayleys enters into oil and gas industry

Colombo, Oct. 28 -- Blue chip's Transport sector Hayleys Advantis forms a joint venture with leading energy services group, Edgo. Hayleys PLC, one of Sri Lanka's oldest and most respected conglomerates yesterday formalised plans to enter into oil and gas industry with Edgo Merap a subsidiary of Edna Group. extend the Group's expertise and interest into the oil and gas industry to support and facilitate efforts to explore, extract and develop hydrocarbon reserves in the country. A j more

Hayleys to support oil and gas industry

Colombo, Oct. 28 -- Hayleys Advantis formed a joint venture with leading energy services group, Edgo Hayleys PLC, one of Sri Lanka's oldest and most respected conglomerates, formalised plans to extend the Group's expertise and interest into the oil and gas industry to support and facilitate efforts to explore, extract and develop hydrocarbon reserves in the country. A milestone joint venture agreement signed in Colombo yesterday brings together the combined resources and synergies of Hayleys more

HERFF COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING NAMES ENERGY EXECUTIVE OUTSTANDING ALUMNUS

MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 28 -- University of Memphis issued the following news release: Theopolis Holeman was named the 2008 Outstanding Alumnus of the University of Memphis' Herff College of Engineering during its annual awards program March 11 at the University Holiday Inn. The awards for Distinguished Service in Engineering went to Mark W. Askew and Carl D. Ring. Rick Voyels, Debi Scott, and Melanie James were named Outstanding Staff; Dr. Stephanie Ivey received the Outstanding Faculty more

Heritance Hotels & Resorts win clean and green award

Colombo, Oct. 29 -- By adopting pioneering global best practices in managing the impacts on the environment and sustaining relationships with communities and stakeholders have helped Aitken Spence Hotels to sevealed its services presence overseas. This was expand by the, Managing Director of Aitken Spence Hotels Malin Hapugoda on the occation where three of its resorts have been recognized nationally for championing cleaner production. Accordngly Heritance Ahungalla and Heritance Kandal more

High Gas Prices Put Public Transportation on Nation's Agenda

WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The American Public Transportation Association issued the following news release: As public transportation professionals from across the world convene today in San Diego for the opening of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) International Public Transportation Expo (EXPO) and the APTA annual meeting from October 6-8, public transit ridership is surging in the U.S. to modern record levels. In the second quarter of 2008, public transportation ridership i more

High Performance Health Care Comes To A City Near You With IFMA Seminar Series

HOUSTON, April 15 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Today's health care landscape is rapidly changing. Hospital administrators and board members are not only demanding more value for their money, but also that their facilities are environmentally responsible, energy efficient and staff friendly -- all while enhancing patient well being. The 2008 "High Performance Hospitals & Medical Research Facilities" seminar series will address these more

HIGH-SCHOOLER TEAMS WITH UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN RESEARCHERS TO HELP MADISON IMPROVE BIKE PARKING

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 29 -- The University of Wisconsin issued the following news release: It wasn't a bad gig for Kira McCoy. The high school student from Denver spent two weeks in July bicycling the length and breadth of Madison, getting plenty of sun and exercise and a good look at a community where she may attend college. But those were the perks, not the mission. Her job was to collect data about bike racks - a small, but important part of the city's impressive bicycling infrastructure more

HIGHLIGHTS OF COUNCIL MEETING TO BE HELD ON OCT. 27

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Oct. 24 -- The city of Chapel Hill issued the following press release: The Chapel Hill Town Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27, in Town Hall, 405 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., to consider an agenda that includes the following highlights. Public attendance is welcome. Council meetings are cablecast on Chapel Hill TV18, the cable government access channel and via streaming video at www.townofchapelhill.org (see link to "Council Meeting Video"). Generally, the meeting more

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY WINS TWO AWARDS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 27 -- Hillsborough County issued the following news release: Hillsborough County's County Center and County Annex Court building in downtown Tampa have earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's prestigious ENERGY STAR, which is the national symbol for superior energy efficiency and environmental protection. Commercial buildings that earn the ENERGY STAR use an average of 40 percent less energy than typical buildings and release 35 percent less carbon dioxide into the more

HISTORY IN MAKING: PRAIRIE VIEW A&M UNIVERSITY BOWLING ADVANCES TO SOUTHWESTERN ATHLETIC CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS

JACKSON, Miss., Jan. 31 -- Texas A&M University at Prairie View issued the following news release: For the third time in school history and first time since 1998 the Prairie View A&M University bowling team (16-8, 8-4 SWAC) has advanced to the Southwestern Athletic Conference Championships. After defeating Alabama A&M and Southern University at the SWAC Round-Up in Jackson, Miss. the Lady Panthers are looking to have an impact at the championship meet. "At the beginning of the season I more

House Holds Hearing On Health Reform

WASHINGTON, Sept. 18 -- The Health Forum issued the following news release: The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health today held a hearing on "America's need for health reform." Testifying were Ronald Bachman, a senior fellow at the Center for Health Transformation; New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine (D); Karen Davis, president of the Commonwealth Fund; Elizabeth Edwards, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress and wife of former Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards; W more

HOUSE SPEAKER LOOKS FORWARD TO PROGRESS ON NATURAL GAS PIPELINE

JUNEAU, Alaska, Nov. 30 -- An organization representing Republican members of the Alaska state legislature issued the following news release: House Speaker John Harris, R-Valdez, said today he will be excited to hear Governor Sarah Palin's announcement this evening to reveal the names of companies who have submitted applications to build a gas pipeline to commercialize Alaska North Slope natural gas. Ak St Legislature MajorityI will be very excited to hear the Governor's announcement this more

House, Senate Pass Mental Health Parity Bills

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Health Forum issued the following news release: Congress last night voted 376-47 in the House and 93-2 in the Senate to approve legislation requiring group health plans that offer mental health or substance abuse benefits to provide them on a par with physical health benefits. The requirement applies to plans that cover more than 50 employees. The legislation passed as a stand-alone bill (H.R. 6983) in the House and part of an energy and tax relief bill (H.R. 6049) more

HOUSING AUTHORITY PROMOTES REHAB PROGRAM

BROOMFIELD, Colo., May 2 -- The city and county of Broomfield issued the following news release: Broomfield's Housing Rehabilitation Program is encouraging residents to fix up their homes and lower utility bills. A lower interest loan rate has been announced (1% - 3%) for eligible participants. Project management is also provided to the income-qualified households. Participants can reduce home energy costs, meet code requirements, make accessibility improvements and repair major systems i more

HUD DEPUTY SECRETARY BERNARDI SPEAKS AT MBA 95TH ANNUAL CONVENTION AND EXPO

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development issued the text of the following speech: Thank you, Chairman (David) Kittle. I understand this session is about the "political landscape." While it is central to our thinking during an election season, the issues our country is facing complicate and twist that landscape in unexpected ways. We are in new territory; the issues are enormous, the consequences vast, global. We are wading into new waters with strong more

Hundreds of Cal Poly Students Volunteer on Make a Difference Day

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., Oct. 29 -- California Polytechnic State University issued the following press release: About 400 Cal Poly students volunteered with nonprofit groups around San Luis Obispo County on Saturday, Oct. 25, as part of the annual Make a Difference Day. Students helped more than 30 nonprofit groups with landscaping, painting, fundraisers, food drives, gardening and other work for four hours. This is the 10th year Cal Poly has taken part in Make a Difference Day, a National more

I AM STILL YOUNG ENOUGH TO BE CHIEF MINISTER: ABDULLAH

Srinagar, Oct. 29 -- (IANS) Former chief minister and National Conference (NC) patron Farooq Abdullah, 71, believes he has the same energy and drive as he had in his youth and hopes to head the government again after the state assembly polls later this year. Speaking to media persons here on the sidelines of a cricket association meeting that he heads, Abdullah said: "I am still young enough to be the chief minister. "I have the same energy and drive today as I had when I was a youth." Beamin more

IAEA CONCERNED OVER HIGH RATE OF NUCLEAR THEFTS

United Nations, Oct. 28 -- (ANI): Mohamed ElBaradei, the chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has said in a speech that the number of reports of nuclear or radioactive material stolen around the world last year was "disturbingly high." Dr. ElBaradei, in his annual report on Monday to the General Assembly, said nearly 250 such thefts were reported in the year ending in June. "The possibility of terrorists obtaining nuclear or other radioactive material remains a grave threat. Equal more

IBERDROLA And UNAE Sign A Collaboration Agreement To Improve Awareness Of The Energy Sector On The Part Of Users

BILBAO, Spain, Oct. 24 -- Iberdrola issued the following news release: IBERDROLA and the 'Federacion Union Civica Nacional de Consumidores y Amas de Hogar de Espana' (UNAE) have signed an agreement to collaborate in order to improve awareness of the energy sector among users and to guarantee the protection of their rights, as well as a more efficient use of resources. The agreement was signed in Madrid by the Vice-president of UNAE, Palmira Royo, and the Director of Plans, Products and Sol more

IFMA And EUROFM Host Fifth Annual European Facility Management Conference

HOUSTON, April 9 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: The International Facility Management Association and the European Facility Management Network -- together with the British Institute for Facility Management, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the University of Salford -- are pleased to present the European Facility Management Conference 2008, June 10-11 in Manchester, U.K. EFMC 2008 will focus on facility management best more

IFMA Names 2008 Awards Of Excellence Winners

HOUSTON, Oct. 23 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: The International Facility Management Association has announced the winners of its prestigious Awards of Excellence, recognizing groups and individuals who have made significant contributions to the facility management profession and the association. Awards were presented at IFMA's annual Awards of Excellence banquet on Friday, Oct. 17, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Dallas, Texas, in a cel more

IFMA Names Jeffrey Johnson Director Of Government Relations

HOUSTON, Jan. 9 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: The International Facility Management Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffrey Johnson as the association's director of government relations. Working from IFMA's Washington, D.C., office, Johnson will develop and strengthen partnerships between IFMA, governmental agencies and other organizations. He will also serve as a voice for IFMA members in the nation's policy-maki more

IFMA Research Report Shows Energy Consumption Declining While Utility Costs Continue To Rise

HOUSTON, May 14 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Led by a dramatic increase in utility costs, the overall cost of running a facility is 10 percent higher than it was just four years ago, according to results from a recent International Facility Management Association research report. The study, Benchmarks V: Annual Facility Costs, shows that utility costs -- which include electricity, gasoline, fuel oil, steam water and sewage -- have jum more

IFMA's 2008-2009 Board Of Directors Appoint Marc S. Liciardello Of Aramark

HOUSTON, June 26 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: The International Facility Management Association is pleased to announce its 2008-2009 board of directors, which will begin its term July 1. Marc S. Liciardello, CFM, MBA, CM, vice president of corporate services at ARAMARK, has been appointed to this year's board. "I look forward to sharing my experiences, passion and energy for facility management education at the board level," Liciar more

IFMA's World Workplace Facility Tours Highlight Dallas Architecture

HOUSTON, Aug. 14 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: The World Workplace 2008 Conference & Expo will bring the "youniversal" workplace experience to Dallas -- but it is the city's own rich architecture that will bring the conference to life. When an estimated 5,000 facility professionals from around the world meet in Dallas Oct. 15-17 to analyze the trends and new products affecting today's built environment, many will see the city firsthand more

IFMA, ASHRAE Collaborate On Energy Efficiency Issues

HOUSTON, Oct. 7 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: With buildings accounting for 40 percent of primary energy use in developed nations, it is becoming increasingly important to find ways to build and operate them in an energy efficient manner. In recognition of this, the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers and the International Facility Management Association are entering into an agreement that increase more

In-House Counsel Becoming Bolder - Requiring More From Their Outside Counsel

WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The Association of Corporate Counsel issued the following news release: Over the past eight years, more in-house counsel have required specific terms of retention that govern what they expect from their outside counsel, according to the results of the 2008 ACC/Serengeti Managing Outside Counsel Survey, a collaboration between the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) and Serengeti Law, released at ACC's Annual Meeting, October 20 in Seattle, WA. Gone are the days when more

Increasing Natural Gas Supply is Fundamental for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Increasing Energy Security

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA), representing the nation's natural gas utilities, commended President Bush today for expanding the national debate about developing a responsible climate change policy that will protect the environment, strengthen energy security and continue growing the economy. "While renewable energy is our future, America's natural gas companies offer unparalleled solutions today f more

INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RESTRICTS TRAFFIC FRIDAY ON S.R. 44 NEAR PROGRESS PARKWAY

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 29 -- The Indiana Department of Transportation issued the following news release: The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will restrict traffic Friday along State Road 44 just west of Progress Parkway as Milestone construction crews install a manhole and initiate storm sewer work in advance of a $10 million Major Moves project on the east side of Shelbyville on either side of Interstate 74. The existing brick manhole located in front of the Farm Bureau Co-op facili more

INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ISSUES REPORT OF FILINGS, OCT. 20-24

INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 20 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following report of filings made before the commission: For The Period: 10/20/08 To: 10/24/08 Docket Number Submitted By Description Monday, October 20, 2008 37357-GCA 72 Indiana Utilities Corp. Submission of Verification of Testimony and Exhibits 37389-GCA 76 Office of the Utility Consumer Counselor OUCC's Motion for Extension of Time to File GCA Report and Testimony 38703-FAC 81 Office of th more

INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ISSUES REPORT OF FILINGS, SEPT. 1-5

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 1 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following report of filings made before the commission: Docket Number Submitted By Description Tuesday, September 02, 2008 38707-FC76S1 Duke Energy Indiana, Inc. Submission of Late-Filed Exhibit 38707-FAC 77 Office of the Utility Consumer Counselor Prefiled Testimony of Gregory T. Guerrettaz, CPA, - Public's Exhibit No. 1 & Michael D. Eckert - Public's Exhibit No. 2 42736-RTO 15 Office of the Uti more

INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ISSUES REPORT OF FILINGS, SEPT. 15-19

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 15 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following report of filings made before the commission: Docket Number Submitted By Description Monday, September 15, 2008 42779-S1 South Bend Municipal Water The City of South Bend, Indiana's Notice of Intent Not to Submit a Response to Clay Customers' Motion to Reconsider Commission Order of August 13, 2008 43114-IGCC 1 Duke Energy Indiana Agreed Upon Motion for Extension of Time 43342 Boonvill more

INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ISSUES REPORT OF FILINGS, SEPT. 22-26

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 22 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following report of filings made before the commission: Docket Number Submitted By Description Monday, September 22, 2008 38431-GCA 49 Northern Indiana Fuel & Light Co., Inc. Revision to Petition and Direct Testimonies 38703-FC71S1 IURC IURC DOCKET ENTRY regarding Evidentiary Hearing 38707-FC76S1 IURC IURC DOCKET ENTRY granting Agreed Motion for Extension of Time 41969-FAC 11 Office of the Ut more

INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ISSUES REPORT OF FILINGS, SEPT. 29 - OCT. 3

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 29 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following report of filings made before the commission: Docket Number Submitted By Description Monday, September 29, 2008 37366-GCA100 Office of the Utility Consumer Counselor OUCC's Motion for Extension of Time to File GCA Report and Testimony 37369-GCA 87 Office of the Utility Consumer Counselor OUCC's Motion for Extension of Time to File GCA Report and Testimony 37370-GCA 87 Office of the Uti more

INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ISSUES REPORT OF FILINGS, SEPT. 8-12

INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 8 -- The Indiana Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued the following report of filings made before the commission: Docket Number Submitted By Description Monday, September 08, 2008 37418-GCA 99 OFFICE OF THE UTILITY CONSUMER COUNSELOR OUCC's Motion for Extension of Time to File GCA Report and Testimony 37440-GCA 99 OFFICE OF THE UTILITY CONSUMER COUNSELOR OUCC's Motion for Extension of Time to File GCA Report and Testimony 37791-GCA 67 IURC IURC DOCKET E more

Indians coming for sea power project

Colombo, Oct. 29 -- India is expected to send a special team of engineers within the next two weeks to begin work on the proposed electricity supply cable between Sri Lanka and Madurai in India, the Power and Energy Ministry said. It said the feasibility study for the proposed 1000 megawatt undersea cable and the transmission facility had already been completed. The Ministry said under this project electricity would be transmitted to Sri Lanka from India using the undersea cable network more

Indo-Lanka power project to begin soon

Colombo, Oct. 29 -- A special Indian Government delegation will arrive here within the next fortnight to start work on the proposed Indo-Lanka underwater electricity transmission cable project. A Power and Energy Ministry spokesman said the proposed 1,000 Mega Watt transmission cable from Madurai, India is built as a solution to Sri Lanka's current electricity crisis. The feasibility study of the project has already been completed. The cable would be drawn upto Anuradhapura and connected more

Industries Forum 2008 Brings Industry-Specific Professional Development Opportunities To Denver

HOUSTON, March 13 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: This spring, hundreds of facility professionals from across the country will meet in Denver, Colo., for the International Facility Management Association's Industries Forum 2008 -- a three-day conference covering the latest issues, trends and best practices affecting the built environment. Attendance is open to both IFMA members and nonmembers. Held April 30 through May 2, 2008, at Den more

Influential Nuclear Weapons Experts Detail Key Security Measures in Talk at American Association for the Advancement of Science

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The American Association for the Advancement of Science issued the following news release: In a wide-ranging discussion on how to control the spread of nuclear weapons, two leading specialists agreed at a 20 October AAAS discussion that the most important measure is control of the production of fissile materials--plutonium--and highly enriched uranium--from the very outset. "Fissile material is the key," said Robert Gallucci, dean of the Georgetown University School more

Interstate Power And Light Company Continues Work On New Emissions Reduction Projects At Lansing Generating Station

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 13 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), a subsidiary of Alliant Energy Corporation (NYSE: LNT), continues work on new emissions reduction control projects at the Lansing Generating Station. The approximate $170 million investment in emissions reduction technologies will remove more than 90 percent of nitrogen oxide (NOx) and mercury emissions from the Lansing Generating Station per year. The Lansing Generating more

Interstate Power And Light's Property Tax Payment Nearly $3.5 Million

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 13 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Alliant Energy - Interstate Power and Light Co. (IPL), an Alliant Energy company, recently made its semi-annual property tax payment bringing the total paid to the Minnesota counties in which it has utility operations to nearly $3.5 million. The payment represents the total of IPL's property taxes for the calendar year 2007 payable in 2008. These tax dollars contribute significantly to supporting public servi more

IOWA UTILITIES BOARD ISSUES ORDER TO MIDAMERICAN ENERGY SUSPENDING HEARING AND ALLOWING IMPLEMENTATION

DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 24 -- The Iowa Utilities Board issued the following order: IN RE: MIDAMERICAN ENERGY COMPANY DOCKET NO. EEP-08-2 ORDER SUSPENDING HEARING AND ALLOWING IMPLEMENTATION (Issued October 24, 2008) On October 23, 2008, MidAmerican Energy Company (MidAmerican), the Consumer Advocate Division of the Department of Justice, Industrial Employers, Sierra Club, Iowa Environmental Council, Environmental Law and Policy Center, Community Energy Solutions, Iowa Farmers Unio more

Iowa Utilities Board Reschedules Ratemaking Hearings On Proposed Sutherland Generating Station Unit 4

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Sept. 29 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Interstate Power and Light Company (IPL), a subsidiary of Alliant Energy Corporation (NYSE: LNT), indicated today that the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) has rescheduled its ratemaking principles hearings related to IPL's proposed Sutherland Generating Station Unit 4 from October 6, 2008 to December 1, 2008. The change allows the Iowa Office of Consumer Advocate and other interveners additional time to analyze filin more

IRISH MUSIC, DANCE ARE ON TAP FOR MARCH 18 AT UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS

MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 12 -- University of Memphis issued the following news release: The Irish band An D�chas will perform with the Haran Irish Dancers on Tuesday, March 18, at 7 p.m. in the University of Memphis' Rose Theatre. The free event is open to the public. An D�chas, Irish for "The Hope," is a young band with cross-cultural influences, presenting traditional Irish music fused with the energy of rock and the versatility of world music. A rhythm section of guitar, bass, and drums su more

IT'S TIME TO WINTERIZE TOOLS AND OFF-ROAD VEHICLES

SALEM, Ore., Oct. 29 -- The Oregon Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: The Oregon Department of Agriculture is encouraging users of power tools, all-terrain vehicles, boats, and other off-road vehicles and tools that are used on a seasonal basis to winterize their equipment, especially if they have been using ethanol-blended fuel. "Winterizing equipment properly is always a good idea, whether you're using straight gasoline or an ethanol blend," says Stephanie Page, more

Japanese Inventor Develops Radiation Energy Erase Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Munetaka Kato of Ashigara-kami-gun, Japan, has developed a method for erasing radiation energy. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The step of erasing radiation energy remaining in a radiation image storage panel having an energy-storing phosphor layer composed of a phosphor in the form of columnar crystals and having been subjected to the step for reading a radiation image recorded in the storage panel according to a radiati more

Japanese Inventor Develops Supercritical Fluid Jet Generating Device

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Shun-ichi Ishiuchi of Kanagawa, Japan, has developed a supercritical fluid jet generating device. An abstract of the invention, released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, said: "A supercritical fluid jet generating device wherein a pulse valve is used to supersonic-jet a mixture of a supercritical fluid and a non-volatile sample or a mixture of a supercritical fluid and a pyrolytic sample and obtain a supersonic jet expansion, the supersonic jet expansion is i more

Japanese Inventors Develop Ambient Temperature Change Detection Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Mitsuaki Osame of Atsugi, Japan, and Aya Anzai of Tsukui, Japan, have developed a method for detecting ambient temperature change. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The invention has a monitoring portion which detects change of ambient temperature and degradation with time, provided with a plurality of monitoring pixels and a monitoring line. Each of the plurality of monitoring pixels has a light emitting element for monitor more

Japanese Inventors Develop Cache Memory with Valid Bits

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Masashi Fujita of Tokyo, and Yoshiyuki Kurokawa of Kanagawa, Japan, have developed a semiconductor device. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A cache memory having valid bits, where a circuit configuration in a memory cell of a valid bit is improved so as to perform invalidation at high speed. The invention provides a cache memory including a memory cell that has a function to perform invalidation at high speed. One mode of more

Japanese Inventors Develop Electromagnetic Forming Aluminum Alloy Wheel

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Yoshihaya Imamura of Fujisawa, Japan, and Hiroyuki Yamashita of Shimonoseki, Japan, have developed an alloy wheel. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A metal mold for electromagnetic forming, with the inner peripheral face thereof, serving as a forming face, is disposed on the outer peripheral side of a columnar workpiece, and a coil for electromagnetic forming is disposed on the inner peripheral side of the columnar workpie more

Japanese Inventors Develop Organic Electrolyte Capacitor

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 30 -- Nobuo Ando, Kenji Kojima, Shinichi Tasaki, Hiromoto Taguchi, Tsutomu Fujii, Yukinori Hato and Chisato Marumo, all from Tokyo, have developed an electrolyte capacitor. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "An organic electrolyte capacitor. The organic capacitor is made up of a positive electrode, a negative electrode, and an electrolyte capable of transporting lithium ions. The organic capacitor exhibits a small change in intern more

Japanese Inventors Develop Paper Feeder

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Hiroyuki Seki and Takamitsu Ikematsu, both of Tokai, Japan, Shunichi Oohara of Ushiku, Japan, Yoshiaki Yamauchi of Minori, Japan, Kazuo Kikuchi of Hitachi, Japan, and Seiji Okunomiya of Hitachinaka, Japan, have developed a paper feeder with separation pad. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A paper feeder is capable of minimizing abnormal noise produced at a separation pad during paper feed, without reducing the paper feed ca more

Japanese Inventors Develop Semiconductor Device

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Mitsuhiro Ichijo, Taketomi Asami and Noriyoshi Suzuki, all from Atsugi, Japan, have developed a method of manufacturing semiconductor device. According to a description of the invention, released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a semiconductor device using a gettering technique. In particular, the present invention relates to a method of manufacturing a semiconductor device using a semiconductor fil more

Japanese Inventors Develop Telescopic Structure

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Shin Yoshimoto, Kiyoharu Higashino and Kiyoshi Sadakata, all from Gunma, Japan, have developed a steering column device for motor vehicle. According to a description of the invention, released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The present invention relates to a telescopic construction which improves the impact energy absorbing performance of a vehicle at the time of a secondary collision and an automotive steering column apparatus." The inventors were issu more

JOHN JORGENSON QUINTET RETURNS TO SFA WITH GYPSY JAZZ

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Aug. 19 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: The Stephen F. Austin State University College of Fine Arts will open its 2008-2009 University Series with a return engagement of the John Jorgenson Quintet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, in W.M. Turner Auditorium. "Jorgenson, known as one of the pioneers of the American gypsy jazz movement, and his band of world-class musicians infused Turner Auditorium with incredible energy and music t more

JOINT LEGISLATIVE PANEL ON MANUFACTURING IN GEORGIA HOLDS SECOND MEETING

AUGUSTA, Ga., Oct. 16 -- The Georgia State Senate issued the following information report: The Joint Legislative Panel on the Future of Manufacturing in Georgia held its second meeting today in Augusta, touring several manufacturing facilities and listening to the concerns and suggestions of industry leaders. Leaders specifically addressed concerns about energy costs, environmental regulations and workforce development. The joint panel is Co-Chaired by Senator Chip Rogers (RWoodstock), Senato more

JOYNER FOUNDATION HELPS SOUTH CAROLINA STATE RAISE SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS

DALLAS, May 13 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: The Tom Joyner Foundation helped South Carolina State University raise more than $221,000 since March, and provided scholarships to thirteen outstanding students. Tom Joyner, the nationally syndicated media personality who's 'Tom Joyner Morning Show', is aired in more than 115 markets reaching nearly eight million listeners every week, created the Foundation in 1998 to help keep students enrolled in Hist more

KEN OLIVE NAMED EXECUTIVE ASSOCIATE DEAN OF MED SCHOOL

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., April 21 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: Dr. Kenneth E. Olive has been named as the new executive associate dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs at East Tennessee State University's James H. Quillen College of Medicine. He assumes this post July 1. Olive joined the ETSU faculty in 1989 and is professor and associate chair for Clinical Affairs in the Department of Internal Medicine. He practices with ETSU Physicians and Associates- more

KIWI MAGAZINE RECOGNIZES BALL STATE FOR SECOND YEAR AS 'ECO-MINDED SCHOOL'

MUNCIE, Ind., Oct. 17 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: For the second year in a row, Ball State's reputation as a pioneer in campus sustainability and environmental stewardship has earned the university national honors from a parenting magazine. Ball State has again found a spot on the list of the nation's top 75 green universities as outlined in Kiwi magazine's "Green College Report." The university is recognized for efforts that include its offering of classes more

La Voz Newspaper Endorses Bob Lord, Says Shadegg Shows 'Extreme Partisanship'

PHOENIX, Ariz., Oct. 29 -- The campaign of Bob Lord, a Democrat, running for Congress in Arizona's 3rd Congressional District, issued the following news release: The largest Spanish-language newspaper in the state endorsed Bob Lord for Congress on Wednesday. Bob Lord is "in favor of reinforcing security along the border," "proposes simplifying the tax code" and "investing in solar energy to reduce dependency on foreign oil," La Voz wrote in their endorsement. La Voz reaches more than 10 more

LAB CONTRACTOR AWARDS LANL FOUNDATION $3 MILLION

LOS ALAMOS, N.M., Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Los Alamos National Laboratory issued the following press release: Los Alamos National Security, LLC (LANS) granted the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Foundation $3 million to provide educational enrichment and educational outreach funding for a wide variety of education programs in the seven Northern New Mexico counties of Los Alamos, Mora, Rio Arriba, San Miguel, Sandoval, Santa Fe, and Taos. The Department of Energy's N more

LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES HONORS TEACHERS WITH FREE ADMISSION TO SEVERAL FACILITIES

GOLDEN POND, Ky., Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's U.S. Forest Service's Land Between The Lakes unit issued the following press release: Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area offers teachers a reception and free general admission to several of its day-use facilities as part of Teacher Appreciation Weekend November 1-2. Forest Service and "Friends of LBL" staff would like to take this opportunity to thank all the educators in our area for the time and energy t more

LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES LATE FALL, WINTER OPERATION SCHEDULES ANNOUNCED

GOLDEN POND, Ky., Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's U.S. Forest Service's Land Between The Lakes unit issued the following press release: Visitor facilities at Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area will begin their late fall and winter operation schedules in November. The Homeplace and Woodlands Nature Station will be open Wednesday - Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during November. The Homeplace, Nature Station, and the North and more

LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES WILDLIFE REFUGE CLOSURES ON LAKES

GOLDEN POND, Ky., Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's U.S. Forest Service's Land Between The Lakes unit issued the following press release: Land Between The Lakes (LBL) National Recreation Area will close nine wildlife refuges to hunting, fishing, boating and other activities beginning November 1. These closures provide undisturbed resting and feeding areas for waterfowl, shorebirds, and eagles. To serve this purpose, human activity must be minimized while migratory birds are p more

LANDER UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETS, LOOKS AT WAYS UNIVERSITY IS MAKING POSITIVE IMPACT ON STUDENTS, COMMUNITY

GREENWOOD, S.C., March 12 -- Lander University issued the following press release: The Lander University Board of Trustees met Tuesday, March 11, and members were given a glimpse of the variety of ways Lander is working to make a positive impact on the overall health of the university and surrounding communities. Diane Newton, Lander vice president for Business and Administration, announced to the board that the university's newest residential facility, Centennial Hall, has received LEED c more

LANDER UNIVERSITY UTILIZES DHEC GRANT TO BREATHE LIFE INTO RECYCLING PROGRAM

GREENWOOD, S.C., April 22 -- Lander University issued the following press release: When Lander University's superintendent of Custodial Services, Dana Price, started his job on campus two years ago, the Lander campus was beginning to experience the benefits of a few environmentally friendly initiatives. Lander's newest dorm had just opened and had obtained LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The campus Arboretum Committee wa more

Lanka yet to tap ocean energy

Colombo, Oct. 29 -- Sri Lanka should look for alternative energy sources and wind and solar power are good options said visiting professor of the ICBT campus, Torsten Fransson. Speaking to the 'Daily News Business' from the International College of Business and Technology (ICBT) in Bambalapitiya, he said countries in the gulf despite having oil at their disposal are successfully using solar power. "In Sri Lanka too solar power generation is used but not to its full potential," he said. more

Laura Sheehan Joins AGA as Vice President of Marketing and Communications

CHICAGO, Sept. 25 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA) today announced the appointment of Capitol Hill veteran and seasoned communications professional Laura Sheehan as vice president of marketing and communications. "Laura brings to AGA over 17 years of communications experience including media relations, grassroots outreach, political communications, coalition building and policy research and counsel, and will be a tremendo more

LEARN ABOUT ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOURCES DURING DEBATE ON APRIL 22

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., April 21 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: How will America generate power for the next generation -- one that will demand an additional 15 percent more power than this one? Tennessee Tech University mechanical engineering students are prepared to tackle one of the toughest questions the United States faces in the next 25 years by staging a public debate exploring the pros and cons of several different energy sources. The debate wi more

Learn To Recognize The Signs Of A Natural Gas Leak

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 16 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Fall is the peak time for detecting natural gas leaks because homeowners are closing their windows and turning on their furnaces for the first time in months. Natural gas is an environmentally friendly and efficient energy source that many Alliant Energy customers use to cook food and heat their homes. Although natural gas leaks are extremely rare, remember to use your eyes, ears and nose to recognize a natural gas le more

LEDOUX INTRODUCES ENERGY SUBSIDY FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JUNEAU, Alaska, Feb. 20 -- An organization representing Republican members of the Alaska state legislature issued the following news release: A bill recently introduced by Rep. Gabrielle LeDoux, R-Kodiak, would provide a 50 percent energy subsidy for public schools. HB 386 would authorize a subsidy to be paid in addition to the state funding provided under the K-12 school foundation formula. For the purposes of an initial program, the subsidy would be limited to the fiscal years 2007-2009. more

LEGISLATOR, FORMER LEGISLATOR, COLLEGE PROFESSOR TO BE AWARDED FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY HONORARY DEGREES

FLORENCE, S.C., April 2 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: A state senator, a former state representative and a Francis Marion University professor will be awarded honorary degrees from FMU during spring commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 3, in the Smith University Center gymnasium. Selected to receive honorary doctoral degrees are: Kent M. Williams of Marion, representing Senate District 30; Harriet Keyserling of Beaufort, who once represented H more

LINCOLN COLLEGE PROVOST ZURKAMMER PLANS TO RETIRE IN AUGUST

LINCOLN, Ill., June 26 -- Lincoln College issued the following news release: After 43 years of service at Lincoln College as an instructor and top administrator, Provost Tom Zurkammer will retire at the end of August. He really can't remember a time he hasn't been around Lincoln College. After graduating from Lincoln High School in 1961 his future did not include continuing his education in Lincoln. "I was working downtown at Purcell's Book Store and didn't give Lincoln College much thought. more

LISA MARIE PRESLEY'S CHAT WITH HER DEAD FATHER ELVIS

London, Oct. 29 -- (ANI): American singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley has revealed that she holds talks with her late father, Rock 'n' Roll King Elvis Presley. The 40-year-old holds sessions with a medium, and has even gone so far as to introduce dad Elvis to her newborn twins. "This was my dad, this was Elvis coming through!" the Daily Star quoted her as saying. "I would know his energy anywhere and this was him, I have no doubt. "Not only was it his voice, but I could also feel the exact more

Living Planet Analysis Shows Looming Ecological Credit Crunch

GLAND, Switzerland, Oct. 29 -- World Wildlife Fund issued the following news release: The world is heading for an ecological credit crunch as human demands on the world's natural capital reach nearly a third more than earth can sustain. That is the stark warning contained in the latest edition of WWF's Living Planet Report, the leading statement of the planet's health. In addition global natural wealth and diversity continues to decline, and more and more countries are slipping into a stat more

LLNL'S NOV. 1 SCIENCE LECTURES RETURN TO TRACY

LIVERMORE, Calif., Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following press release: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) will bring its popular lecture series, "Science on Saturday," to Tracy for a second year on Nov. 8 and 15. Each of the free, one-hour presentations will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Grand Theatre at 715 Central Ave. in Tracy. The series of lectures and demonstrations highlighting current research conducted at LLN more

LOLC ventures into microfinance

Colombo, Oct. 29 -- Lanka ORIX Leasing Company PLC (LOLC), signed an agreement with the Dutch Development Bank FMO in Netherlands to launch LOLC Micro Finance Company Ltd. They hope to provide a package of equity convertible loans and senior loans of in total US$ 10 million, Chairperson LOLC Rohini Nanayakkara told a press conference held at the Trans Asia Hotel, Colombo yesterday. This is a landmark event in the history of the Sri Lankan finance industry as it is the first time that a p more

MADISON'S CITY COUNCIL SUPPORTS RENEWABLE ENERGY

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 29 -- The city of Madison issued the following news release: Yesterday, Madison's City Council passed an ordinance amendment, sponsored by Alders Satya Rhodes-Conway, Marsha Rummel and Brian Solomon, that makes solar and wind energy systems "permitted accessory uses" under Madison's Zoning Code. The change will also update City codes to reflect current technology and practices. "Madison residents are really creative and dedicated when it comes to sustainability and prese more

Maine Dems: A Few Votes Senator Collins Should Have Missed

AUGUSTA, Maine, Oct. 29 -- The Maine Democratic Party issued the following news release: Susan Collins has launched a negative distraction campaign attacking Tom Allen with personal, deceptive television ads and mail pieces that question Allen's commitment and work ethic. She highlights 157 votes Allen missed, when in fact: Tom Allen has cast more than 7,500 votes in the same 12 years that Collins has cast 3,800 votes-more than twice as many as Collins. Tom Allen has a 98 percent voting re more

Make Earth Day Your Public Transportation Day

WASHINGTON, April 16 -- The American Public Transportation Association issued the following news release: Question: What is the connection between public transportation and climate change? Answer: Public transportation is part of the solution to helping reduce greenhouse gases. In fact, thanks to public transportation our country's carbon footprint is reduced by 37 million metric tons - the equivalent of 4.9 million households using electricity in a year. Public transportation is a gre more

Management Summit To Offer Leadership Training Geared Exclusively Toward Facility Professionals

HOUSTON, Jan. 25 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Facility managers from across North America will gather in Houston Feb. 27-29, 2008, to participate in the International Facility Management Association's FM-3D conference -- a three-day educational and networking event focused on strategic leadership and facility planning. The FM-3D conference will consist of the Best Practices Forum, Management Summit and Leaders' Conference and will inc more

MARINE AMPUTEE REJOINS BATTALION; RETURNS TO COMBAT AFTER NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE

HELMAND PROVINCE, Afghanistan, Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: By Sgt. Ray Lewis 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines There was blood in the water. It was a grim addition to the Iraqi sewage canal usually littered with dead sheep and festering fish. That's where the Marines of Company E, 2d Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division found their comrade after the attack. Just seconds before, Cpl. Garrett S. Jones was patrolling the streets of more

MARK JOYCE ACCEPTS POSITION AS ADAMS STATE TEACHER EDUCATION CHAIR

ALAMOSA, Colo., June 23 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Building leadership and designing programs are two of the strengths Dr. Mark Joyce brings to his position as the Adams State College Teacher Education Department Chair. "My first priority is to begin to build a cadre of leaders for each program emphasis," Joyce said. "Throughout my career, I have designed and built accredited teacher education programs and equipped faculty leaders and teams to deliver them." more

MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TO HOLD HEARING TO SOLICIT PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CAPE WIND PROJECT LICENSE FOR PLACEMENT OF CABLES IN STATE WATERS

BOSTON, Mass., Oct. 29 -- The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: The Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) will hold a public hearing next week to solicit comments on the application of Cape Wind Associates for a Chapter 91 license to construct and maintain two electric cable systems in waters of the Commonwealth. The public hearing will be held Wednesday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mattacheese Middle School, 400 Higgins C more

MAYOR MENINO CELEBRATES CITY'S GREEN AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM

BOSTON, Aug. 21 -- The city of Boston issued the following press release: Mayor Thomas M. Menino today joined Department of Neighborhood Development (DND) Director Evelyn Friedman in announcing the City's Green Affordable Housing Program, the latest in the City's effort to support and encourage sustainable development throughout Boston's neighborhoods. The Mayor also announced the six recipients of $2 million in funding made possible by a grant from the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative more

MAYOR MENINO, COMMERCIAL PARTNERS TURN LIGHTS OUT ON BOSTON

BOSTON, Sept. 3 -- The city of Boston issued the following press release: Mayor Thomas M. Menino stood alongside prominent commercial property owners and the President of the Mass Audubon today from the top floor of the John Hancock Tower to announce a new initiative called Lights Out Boston. Under this voluntary program participating building owners and managers agree to turn off or dim all architectural and internal lighting between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. during the fall bird migratory season, more

MAYOR RAVENSTAHL KICKS OFF 'TOGETHERGREEN' RECYCLING CAMPAIGN

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 28 -- The mayor of Pittsburgh issued the following press release: Mayor Luke Ravenstahl announced today that Pittsburgh is joining a handful of cities along the East Coast to offer curbside single-stream recycling. The Mayor kicked off the "TogetherGreen" campaign at one of the nation's most energy-efficient buildings, Conservation Consultants Incorporated (CCI), located in the City's South Side neighborhood. "It is an exciting time in Pittsburgh to be thinking black, gol more

McCain Offering More of the Same Failed Economic Policies for Working Women and Families

SALEM, Ore., Sept. 18 -- The Oregon Democratic Party issued the following news release: While all Americans are struggling under the Bush economy and Wall Street is reeling, taking Americans' savings and retirement with it, John McCain says that the "economic fundamentals are strong" and opposes basic means of helping families, including ensuring that women receive equal pay for their work. McCain fails to recognize that millions of American women are still underpaid for their work, and pay e more

McCain's Push to Privatize Social Security

SALEM, Ore., Sept. 19 -- The Oregon Democratic Party issued the following news release: While Markets Reel From Disastrous Bush Economic Policies, McCain Wants to Gamble with Americans' Future on Wall Street Portland - This week's upheaval on Wall Street is yet another dramatic reminder of the risk the Bush-McCain plan to privatize Social Security poses to America's seniors. While the plan was defeated in 2005, Senator McCain still wants to privatize Social Security, and put Americans' eco more

METHAMPHETAMINE ABUSE LINKED TO ALCOHOL, RISKY BEHAVIOUR IN TEENS

Washington, Oct. 28 -- (ANI): Adolescents with a history of alcohol abuse and risky sexual behaviours are more likely to take methamphetamines (MA) or 'speed', according to a new study. Led by researchers at the University of Alberta in Canada, the study revealed risk factors associated with MA use in children who did take drugs as well as those who had taken other drugs or who had ever attended juvenile detention centres. MA is a stimulant, usually smoked, snorted or injected. It produces sen more

Michael Arioli of DTE Energy-MichCon Honored with Industry Award

PHOENIX, Ariz., May 16 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA), representing the nation's gas utilities, today recognized Michael Arioli of DTE Energy-MichCon with the 2008 Milton W. Heath Sr. Memorial Award. The award was presented at the AGA 2008 Operations Conference. Sponsored by Heath Consultants, Inc., the annual award recognizes individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to leak detection, prevention or repair more

Michigan Inventor Develops Automotive Side Door Energy Transfer Beam

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Randy Frank of Dearborn, Mich., has developed an energy transfer beam for automotive side door. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A side door impact reinforcement beam incorporates a cantilevered member that is welded at one end thereof internally of the impact reinforcement beam and projects forwardly thereof. Upon side impact, the bending of the impact reinforcement beam deploys the cantilevered member outwardly from withi more

Michigan Inventors Develop Automotive Front End Tubular Structural Joint

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Michael Azzouz of Livonia, Mich., Musa Azzouz of Northville, Mich., Tim Mouch of Troy, Mich., and Ridha Baccouche of Ann Arbor, Mich, have developed a tubular structural joint for automotive front end. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A structural joint is formed between the upper frame rail, which bends downwardly to define a generally vertically extending portion, and a generally fore-and-aft extending lower frame rail th more

Michigan Inventors Develop Modular Arithmetic Computation Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 30 -- Stanford R. Ovshinsky of Bloomfield Hills, Mich., and Boil Pashmakov of Troy, Mich., have developed a method of computing factor numbers. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A method of factoring numbers in a non-binary computation scheme and more particularly, a method of factoring numbers utilizing a digital multistate phase change material. The method includes providing energy in an amount characteristic of the number to b more

MICHIGAN MAN DEPALMA PLEADS GUILTY TO POSSESSING MOLOTOV COCKTAILS

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation Minneapolis Field Office issued the following press release: A 23-year-old Michigan man pleaded guilty today in federal court to possessing Molotov cocktails. Matthew Bradley Depalma pleaded guilty to one count of possession of destructive devices. He entered his plea Oct. 21 in Minneapolis before United States District Court Judge John Tunheim. Depalma was charged on Aug. 30. According to Depalma's more

MICHIGAN MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO POSSESSING MOLOTOV COCKTAILS

ST. PAUL, Minn., Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives St. Paul Field Office issued the following press release: A 23-year-old Michigan man pleaded guilty today in federal court to possessing Molotov cocktails. Matthew Bradley Depalma pleaded guilty to one count of possession of destructive devices. He entered his plea Oct. 21 in Minneapolis before United States District Court Judge John Tunheim. Depalma was charged on Aug. 30. Acc more

MICHIGAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION ISSUES ORDER REGARDING IN MATTER, ON COMMISSION'S OWN MOTION: CASE NO. U-15898

LANSING, Mich., Oct. 21 -- The Michigan Public Service Commission issued the following order: In the matter, on the Commission's own motion, to implement the provisions of Section 97(4) of 2008 PA 295. Case No. U-15898 At the October 21, 2008 meeting of the Michigan Public Service Commission in Lansing, Michigan. PRESENT: Hon. Orjiakor N. Isiogu, Chairman Hon. Monica Martinez, Commissioner Hon. Steven A. Transeth, Commissioner ORDER AND NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT On more

MICHIGAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION ISSUES PROPOSAL FOR DECISIONS REGARDING APPLICATION OF CONSUMERS ENERGY CO.

LANSING, Mich., Oct. 29 -- The Michigan Public Service Commission issued the following proposal for a decision: In the matter of the application of CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY for approval of a gas cost recovery plan and authorization of gas cost recovery factors for the 12-month period April 2008 through March 2009. Case No. U-15454 PROPOSAL FOR DECISION I. HISTORY OF PROCEEDINGS On December 27, 2007, Consumers Energy Company (Consumers) filed an application, with supporting test more

Mid-Continent Railway Museum Awarded $10,000 Flood Recovery Grant From The Alliant Energy Foundation

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 7 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: The early June flooding of the Baraboo River caused extensive damage to many properties and structures throughout Sauk County. The Mid-Continent Railway Museum, with its property bordered on the north and east side by the Baraboo River, was especially hard hit. Floodwaters completely inundated the portion of the facility that houses the Museum's collection and acts as a staging area for their train rides. For the first more

MILITARY SCIENCE DEPARTMENT TO COMMISSION SIX CADETS

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., April 23 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: The Military Science Department at East Tennessee State University will hold a Commissioning Ceremony on Friday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m. in Room 112 of Brown Hall. The guest speaker will be The Honorable William L. "Bill" Jenkins, who served in the United States House of Representatives for the First District of Tennessee from 1997-2007. A graduate of Tennessee Tech University and the Univer more

MOBILITY LEADERS FOCUSED ON 'GETTING BACK TO BASICS'

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill., Oct. 27 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Mark D. Diamond Air Mobility Command Public Affairs About 80 air mobility leaders gathered for a three-day conference that focused on Air Mobility Command's priorities, roles and missions Oct. 22 through 24 here. The theme for this year's AMC Phoenix Rally was "Back to Basics: Executing Global Reach Fundamentals." Gen. Arthur J. Lichte, the AMC commander, told his wing commanders, comman more

MOST PARKS TENNIS COURT LIGHTS GO OFF FOR THE WINTER TO SAVE ENERGY

SEATTLE, Oct. 24 -- The city of Seattle issued the following news release: As an energy-saving measure, for the winter months Seattle Parks and Recreation lights the tennis courts only at five major locations: * Lower Woodland Park, Aurora Avenue N and N 59th Street, 10 courts * Bobby Morris Playfield at Cal Anderson Park, corner of 11th Avenue E and E Pine Street, two courts * Rainier Playfield, 3700 S Alaska, four courts * Solstice Park (formerly Lincoln Park Annex, 7400 Fauntle more

Motivational Speaker Shares Tips For Success During Talk On September

ST. MARY'S CITY, Md., Sept. 15 -- St. Mary's College of Maryland issued the following news release: Motivational speaker Edward L. Prichard III will bring his high energy and advice for success to St. Mary's College of Maryland on Monday, September 22, at 8 p.m. He will share the tactics of high achievers and top performers in academic and business environments during his talk in Schaefer Hall, Room 106. The talk is free and open to the public. For more information and to RSVP, contact Peg Du more

MY SON AND THE JAZZ AMBASSADORS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Army Bands issued the following news release: By DMO moss-grove.blogspot.com My oldest son developed a love for good quality jazz and orchestra music from an early age...I don't know if that stems from listening to Manhattan Transfer frequently while he was still in the womb, if its hereditary to like good music, or what. A few days ago he got excited about a FREE! concert his band teacher told him about. Not just any band, but a jazz band-he really lik more

NASA'S PHOENIX SHUTS DOWN HEATERS TO SURVIVE ON MARS

Washington, Oct. 29 -- (ANI): Engineers with NASA's Phoenix Mars Lander mission are trying to extend the lander's survival by gradually shutting down some of its instruments and heaters. Originally scheduled to last 90 days, Phoenix has completed a fifth month of exploration in the Martian arctic. As expected, with the Martian northern hemisphere shifting from summer to fall, the lander is generating less power due to shorter days and fewer hours of sunlight reaching its solar panels. At t more

National Public Power Association Names 2008-2009 Officers

WASHINGTON, June 25 -- The American Public Power Association issued the following news release: Maude Grantham-Richards, electric utility director for Farmington, N.M., Electric Utility System, was named chair of the American Public Power Association's Board of Directors at the association's annual National Conference this week in New Orleans, La. Since 1996, Grantham-Richards has been electric utility director for the City of Farmington, N.M., which is the largest municipal electric utili more

NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION PRAISES BALL STATE AS MODEL OF SUSTAINABILITY

MUNCIE, Ind., Sept. 24 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) continues to regard Ball State University's environmental leadership as a model for other schools to follow. The university has extended its 16-year history of earning NWF honors with its inclusion in "Campus Environment 2008: A National Report Card on Sustainability in Higher Education." The NWF report card has been called the gold standard for charting the sustainabil more

Natural Gas Offers Climate-Friendly Solutions

WASHINGTON, April 22 -- The American Gas Association issued the following news release: The American Gas Association (AGA), representing the nation's gas utilities, today encouraged Americans to view every day as Earth Day and continue to turn to natural gas as part of the climate change solution. "Earth Day is a good reminder that we must all take actions everyday to reduce our carbon footprints," said Roger Cooper, executive vice president, policy and planning of the American Gas Associa more

NATURAL GAS PIPELINE BREAK

BETTENDORF, Iowa, July 2 -- The city of Bettendorf issued the following news release: A six inch natural gas pipeline was broken at 8:34 a.m. this morning at Field Sike Drive and Devils Glen Road during reconstruction of Field Sike Drive by Valley Construction. MidAmerican Energy was on scene. Residents of Field Sike Drive were evacuated from their homes. Residents of Hopewell Drive and The Foundation, a senior community center, were sheltered in their residence. All residents are now more

NAVAJO ENVIRONMENTAL MOVEMENT FILM 'WOVEN WAYS' TO BE SHOWN OCT. 27

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Oct. 22 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: On Monday, Oct. 27, at 7 p.m. in Brown Hall Auditorium, East Tennessee State University will host a free public regional premiere of the documentary film "Woven Ways." While focusing on Navajo carpet weavers, the film outlines the Navajo people's struggle with the difficulties caused by uranium mining and by coal-fired power plants. The event is sponsored by the ETSU Environmental Studies more

Navajo Nation Awarded $2.3 Million Grant For Repairs, Renovations Of Jail Facilities

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The Navajo Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Public Safety Committee of the 21st Navajo Nation Council has an important mission, to lobby for full funding for Indian Country. Recently, the committee conducted an important lobbying effort for the appropriation of a $2 billion authorization bill that was first approved by the U.S. Senate on July 16 through a bill titled, the Kyl-Thune Amendment. The amendment i more

NAVFAC, VENDORS SHARE ENERGY EFFICIENCY INFO AT FAIR

SANTA RITA, Guam, Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release: By Oyaol Ngirairikl, U.S. Naval Forces Marians Public Affairs Kicking off Navy-Marine Corps Energy Awareness Week, U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Marianas held an Energy Fair Oct. 18-19. Residents from all over Guam took the opportunity to stop by and learn about recycling, reducing electricity and saving on power bills and about various appliances and products that could help conserve e more

NCGA-BASF Agriculture Scholarship Program Enters Sophomore Year

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 9 -- The National Corn Growers Association issued the following news release: The National Corn Growers Association and the BASF Corp. have joined forces for the second year to award five $1,000 scholarships annually to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related field. "Education of young growers is vital to the continued success of American agriculture," said Tim Dolan, chairman of the NCGA's Grower Services Action Team and a farmer fr more

NEIGHBORHOOD WEATHERNET SYMPOSIUM ON MAY 12 TO SHOW MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS HOW TO 'STAY GREEN'

TYLER, Texas, May 9 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler issued the following news release: How to "Stay Green" is the theme of this year's UT Health Science Center / KLTV Neighborhood WeatherNet Symposium from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, May 12 at the Bill Ratliff Engineering and Science Building at The University of Texas at Tyler. About 180 middle school students from six Northeast Texas school districts will attend breakout sessions in which they will visit with scien more

NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION BOARD OF REGENTS ISSUES MINUTES OF APRIL 3-4 MEETING

LAS VEGAS, April 4 -- The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents issued the following meeting minutes: NEVADA SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION Aspen Building, Sarah Winnemucca Hall Western Nevada College 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City Thursday-Friday, April 3-4, 2008 Members Present: Mr. Michael B. Wixom, Chair Mr. Howard Rosenberg, Vice Chair Dr. Stavros S. Anthony Mr. Cedric Crear Dr. Thalia M. Dondero Mrs. Dorothy S. Gallagher Dr. Jason Geddes Mr. more

NEW DEAN FOR UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE/TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS SET TO START WORK ON AUG. 1

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, July 31 -- The University of Texas System Brownsville issued the following news release: Dr. Dan Heimmermann has already begun thinking about the early weeks of his tenure as dean of The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College's College of Liberal Arts. Heimmermann, 43, visited campus in early June for summer deans and chairs workshops and to get acquainted with faculty and staff. He is leaving his position as chair of the Department of History a more

NEW HAMPSHIRE GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT ROUNDTABLE RELEASES A COMMON VISION VIDEO

CONCORD, N.H., Oct. 28 -- The New Hampshire Office of Energy and Planning issued the following news release: The NH Growth & Development Roundtable (GDR), a group of leaders from several of NH's housing, conservation, municipal and business interests who meet together to foster a dialogue about the future of land use in the Granite State, is pleased to announce the release of a 12 minute video about their work entitled: A Common Vision. A Common Vision, available by DVD or streaming on-lin more

NEW KILLENS POND NATURE CENTER REFLECTS DELAWARE STATE PARKS' COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENT

FELTON, Del., Oct. 29 -- Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control issued the following news release: Members of the community, Delaware Legislature and Delaware State Parks joined Governor Ruth Ann Minner to dedicate the new Killens Pond Nature Center on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008. The new center, along the banks of Killens Pond, sits at the point where the pond and the forest meet and creates a gentle transition between the two. The center's open design is intended more

NEW RECRUITS: THE CHANGING FACE OF LANDER UNIVERSITY'S OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS

GREENWOOD, S.C., May 13 -- Lander University issued the following press release: Recently Lander University's Office of Admissions received a much-lauded face lift. A drive down the new entrance provides a glimpse of these changes. As the campus comes closer into view, visitors can now make out the sign, "Welcome to Lander," beckoning them toward the entrance of the Admissions Office. Once visitors arrive at the admissions area, they are greeted by a photo display highlighting campus life and more

New Research Reveals Increased Interest In Energy Efficiency, But Limited Action

HOUSTON, April 14 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: *For full survey results, visit www.ifma.org/tools/research/surveys/2008_energyeffindex.pdf. Second annual Johnson Controls Energy Efficiency Indicator taps into executive decision makers With everyone talking about skyrocketing energy costs and the environment, executives are continuing to focus on energy efficiency investments, according to new research commissioned by Johnson Con more

NEW SOUTH CAROLINA STATE PRESIDENT, COOPER - RISK-TAKER

ORANGEBURG, S.C., July. 18 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: It was only his second day on the job, but South Carolina State University's new president said Thursday that he's ready to make changes. George Cooper, 63, said he accepted the job because many others at the school also were ready to improve the academic program, bring in more resources and become more accountable and transparent financially. They are ready "to be different and to do thi more

New Ways of Preventing Bone Fractures Due to Drug-Induced Osteoporosis

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 25 -- The American College of Rheumatology issued the following news release: Patients taking glucocorticoids (e.g., prednisone) sometimes suffer from a common side effect of the treatment: osteoporosis. Now, though, these patients may have a new option to prevent bone loss and fractures, according to research presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting in San Francisco, Calif. Osteoporosis is a silent disease of the bones that more

New York Inventor Develops Energy Conversion System

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 30 -- Mark Marshall Meyers of Clifton Park, N.Y., has developed an energy conversion system. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "An energy conversion system comprises a solar cell adapted to receive solar energy and convert the solar energy into electrical energy. The energy conversion system also comprises a solar concentrator adapted to receive solar energy and direct the solar energy to the solar cell. The solar concentrator has more

NEWARK MAYOR, HONORABLE CORY BOOKER, IS RAMAPO COLLEGE'S COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER

MAHWAH, N.J., April 30 -- Ramapo College issued the following news release: The Honorable Cory A. Booker, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, will deliver the commencement address at Ramapo College of New Jersey's 2008 ceremony Friday, May 16 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Bandshell. John A. Donofrio, Ramapo class of 1981, will receive the President's Award of Merit. A total of 1,358 students who completed their studies in January and May, or are expected to finish in August, are eligible to participat more

NGA To Offer Window And Door Installation Training On-Line

WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The National Glass Association issued the following news release: The National Glass Association (NGA) today announced a partnership with member company Architectural Testing to develop window and door installation courses for NGA's groundbreaking on-line training program, MyGlassClass.com. "This partnership with Architectural Testing will help us make MyGlassClass.com an even more valuable and effective training tool because it moves us into an important and growing more

NIMMER NAMED DEAN OF UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER

HOUSTON, April 24 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: The University of Houston has appointed Raymond T. Nimmer to serve as dean of the University of Houston Law Center, a top-tier law school serving more than 1,000 law students pursuing J.D. and LL.M. (Master of Laws) degrees. Nimmer has served as interim dean of the Law Center since 2006. He was the top candidate identified after a national search conducted by a committee comprised of UH faculty and members of th more

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR UNSUNG HEROES IN NEW JERSEY FOR TE RUSS BERRIE AWARD FOR MAKING DIFFERENCE

MAHWAH, N.J., Jan. 8 -- Ramapo College issued the following news release: Nominations for the 2008 Russ Berrie Award for Making a Difference will be accepted by The Russell Berrie Foundation until February 29. New Jerseyans who have made a significant difference in their communities through a heroic effort or a lifetime of service are eligible for cash awards of up to $50,000. Established in 1996 by the late Russell Berrie, founder of Russ Berrie and Company, Inc., and Ramapo College of Ne more

NON-PROFIT LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE AT FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY TO HOST ALUMNI EVENT ON MARCH 7

FLORENCE, S.C., March 3 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: The Non-Profit Leadership Institute at Francis Marion University will hold its annual alumni workshop, Friday, March 7. The program, founded in 2002, has graduated five classes. A sixth class will graduate in April. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Ervin Dining Hall on the FMU campus. Admission is free to alums and includes breakfast and lunch. The day will begin with regist more

NORTEL energy solutions launched

Colombo, Oct. 28 -- NORTEL - the Bangalore based International energy solution company introduced their energy solution equipment to the Sri Lanka market at a special meeting held at Hilton Colombo. NORTEL sales Director Vinay Kumar said there is a real difference in the power consumption of NORTEL data products and CISCO equivalent products. It is enough that if you replace all the CISCO gear in the world with NORTEL products. It is equivalent to twenty percent of the US automobiles in more

NREL SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES RECOGNIZED WITH SPECIAL R&D 100 HONORS

GOLDEN, Colo., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory issued the following press release: Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) took home high honors from Editors of R&D Magazine recently for two separate solar cell technologies that were named "the most revolutionary technologies of the year." At its annual awards gala for the winners of the R&D 100 awards in Chicago Oct. 16, R&D Magazine announc more

NTPC IN NUCLEAR POWER FORAY WITH NPCIL

NEW DELHI, India, Oct. 29 -- Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL) and power generation giant, NTPC have agreed to join hands for a new nuclear energy venture. "NTPC board has approved the formation of a joint venture company with Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL) to set up a nuclear power project," company said in a statement to the Bombay Stock Exchange. NTPC would hold 49 per cent of the stake in the joint venture company and 51 per cent would be held by NPCIL. The company more

NUCLEAR WASTE TECHNICAL REVIEW BOARD ISSUES AGENDA FOR SEPT. 24 MEETING

ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 24 -- The Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board issued the text of the following meeting agenda: 8:00 a.m. Call to Order and Introductory Statement B. John Garrick, Chairman, Chairman NWTRB 8:20 a.m. Program and Project Overview William Boyle, Director, Regulatory Authority Office, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) 8:40 a.m. Questions, discussion 9:00 a.m. Waste Acceptance Panel David Zabransky - DOE Adam Levin - Exelon Corp 9:20 a.m. more

NUCLEAR-POWERED PASSENGER AIRCRAFT 'TO TRANSPORT MILLIONS' IN FUTURE

London, Oct. 28 -- (ANI): A scientist has predicted that later this century, nuclear-powered aircraft will be transporting millions of passengers around the world. According to a report in The Times, the scientist in question is Ian Poll, Professor of Aerospace Engineering at Cranfield University, and head of technology for the Government-funded Omega project. Because the aircraft will no longer need to land to refuel, it might mean non-stop flights from London to Australia or New Zealand. Th more

NYSEG's And RG&E's Wind Energy Programs Continue To Gain In Popularity

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Feb. 25 -- Rochester Gas & Electric issued the following news release: More and more NYSEG and RG&E customers are choosing to purchase clean, renewable wind-generated electricity through the companies' NewWind Energy programs offered in partnership with Community Energy Inc., a leading marketer of wind energy. "Offering our customers the option to purchase wind-generated energy is a natural fit with our strong commitment to environmental stewardship," said Jim Laurito, more

OPENING SYSTEM TO EMERGING PLAYERS KEY TO GLOBAL FUTURE

CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa., Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command's Carlisle Barracks Garrison issued the following news article: Opening global financial, energy and environmental systems to new, emerging countries is key to a secure global future according to Amb. Bob Hutchings, Diplomat-in-Residence at the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University, Oct. 20 here. "He is one of the foremost authors on the emerging global security envi more

ORECK TO ADDRESS ADAMS STATE COLLEGE SPRING GRADUATES

ALAMOSA, Colo., April 30 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Bruce J. Oreck, member of the Board of Trustees for Adams State College, will deliver the spring 2008 Adams State College Commencement address. The ceremony begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 10, in Plachy Hall. Adams State will award 346 degrees, including 226 bachelor's degrees, 104 master's degrees, and 16 associates degrees. Oreck is founding partner of the law firm Oreck, Crighton, Adams & Chase. He form more

OUTDOOR WOOD-FIRED BOILERS SUBJECT TO STATE AIR QUALITY REGULATIONS

DENVER, Oct. 9 -- The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued the following news release: The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment once again is reminding the public that outdoor wood-fired boilers, which are gaining popularity as an alternative residential energy source, are subject to state air quality regulations and should be purchased and installed conscientiously. "These devices are subject to opacity regulations, which govern the thickness of smok more

PATRIOTS ADD FIVE VOLLEYBALL SIGNEES

FLORENCE, S.C., June 2 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: Francis Marion University women's volleyball coach Paul MacDonald has announced the signing of five freshmen to national letters of intent to attend FMU this fall and play for the Patriots: outside hitter Ashlee Crook of Parker, Colo., setter/defensive specialist Hallie Legg of Uniontown, Ohio, outside hitter Amanda Mitchell of Knoxville, Tenn., middleblocker Ardelia Morris of Ocoee, Fla., and outside hitt more

PEABODY ENERGY REPORTS ACQUISITION BY EXECUTIVE VP FORD

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- Peabody Energy Corp. (BTU), St. Louis, Mo., has filed a form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by Executive VP and Chief Operating Officer Eric Ford, St. Louis. On Oct. 20 the action involved acquisition of 19,940 shares of stock. He now owns 70,063 shares of stock directly. The information at the SEC is available at: http://sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1064728/000120919108057288/xslF345X03/doc4.xml more

Pinnacle Awards Presented to Four Top School Business Professionals

RESTON, Va., June 9 -- The Association of School Business Officials International issued the following news release: The Association of School Business Official International (ASBO) is pleased to recognize Douglas E. Meade, Director of Information Technology, York County School Division, Yorktown, Virginia, as the 2008 ASBO International Pinnacle of Excellence Award recipient. The 2008 Pinnacle of Achievement Award winners are Brenda R. Burkett, Chief Financial Officer, Norman Public Schools, more

PIONEER BASKETBALL TEAM OPENS PRACTICE

DENTON, Texas, Oct. 17 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: After close to two months of offseason conditioning, the 2008-09 TWU basketball team began official practice earlier this week. Beth Jillson, the Pioneers' second-year head coach, has been pleased with the results of her team's first few on-court workouts. "I've been extremely happy with their energy level and enthusiasm," said Jillson. "They've been very aggressive and have competed really hard during more

PIONEER VOLLEYBALL SQUAD WINS 2007-08 AVCA TEAM ACADEMIC AWARD

DENTON, Texas, July 30 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: Shelly Barberee, head volleyball coach at Texas Woman's University, expects her team to work just as hard in the classroom as they do on the court. Barberee's players are living up to that expectation as the TWU volleyball squad was one of 39 NCAA Division II volleyball teams to earn the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award for the 2007-08 academic year. The award, which was more

PIONEERS POUND TEXAS WESLEYAN 5-0

FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 2 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: Five different Texas Woman's University players scored goals to help the Pioneers to a 5-0 win over the Texas Wesleyan University Rams on Tuesday night at Martin Field in Fort Worth. Sophomore midfielder Kylie Morgan (pictured) started the TWU goal barrage in the 25th minute of the game when she headed in a cross from junior midfielder Jacqueline Horner. The Pioneers extended their lead to 2-0 five m more

PIONEERS PROMINENT IN THIS WEEK'S GYMINFO RANKINGS

DENTON, Texas, Jan. 29 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: The Texas Woman's University Pioneers are ranked 37th amongst all collegiate gymnastics teams (Division I, II, and III) in this week's GymInfo national rankings. TWU's average team score through three meets this season is 191.958. The Pioneers enhanced that average last Sunday, January 27, when they recorded a solid 192.175 team mark in a home quad meet versus Denver University, Maryland, and Air Force. more

PIONEERS READY ON FEB. 21 NIGHT CLASH WITH ZIAS

DENTON, Texas, Feb. 20 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: The Texas Woman's University Pioneers will be looking to win their fourth game in a row on their home court when they host the Eastern New Mexico University Zias at Kitty Magee Arena on Thursday, February 21, at 7:00 p.m. TWU is coming off perhaps its best performance of the season, a 65-51 victory over Tarleton State on Saturday night, February 16. In that game, the Pioneers trailed by 13 points midway t more

Policy Forum In U.S. Capitol To Highlight Importance Of Energy Efficiency In Buildings

HOUSTON, Sept. 3 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: With a growing emphasis on energy conservation within the federal government, the built environment represents a sector with significant opportunities to reduce the nation's energy consumption. The National Academies of Sciences' Federal Facilities Council, in conjunction with the International Facility Management Association, will host a joint policy forum in Washington, D.C., Sept. 11, 2 more

PORTABLE ELECTRICITY, LIFE-LIKE PROSTHETICS AMONG POSSIBLE INNOVATIONS TO BE CREATED FROM ARTIFICIAL MATERIALS

HOUSTON, Nov. 15 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: The technology that makes a cell phone vibrate is the same technology that provides more natural movements to prosthetic limbs. A University of Houston research team is working on recreating and enhancing this technological effect, which, if successful, could result in better prosthetic movements and also provide instant electrical power for soldiers and others through the simple act of walking. Pradeep Sharma more

POST CONSTRUCTION MAIN TOPIC AT TOWN HALL MEETING

CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa., Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command's Carlisle Barracks Garrison issued the following news article: The hot topic of conversation at the Carlisle Barracks Town Hall Meeting Oct. 21 was the numerous construction projects in progress and slated for the future. The post is seeing more renovation now that it has since at least 1940, said Elaine Leist, Deputy Garrison Commander. Construction Currently, the post is going through the Residential Com more

PRESIDENT STANTON SPEAKS ON DURING THE STAFF CONVOCATION

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Sept. 30 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following remarks: Good afternoon and welcome to our annual Staff Convocation, an event that pays tribute to the people who make East Tennessee State University work. As you all know, this is my final Staff Convocation, at least on this side of the podium, and my message today is one of thanks, for all the work you do in making ETSU the best regional university in the country. As I told the faculty back in August, more

President Upham's Fall Letter to Campus

TULSA, Okla., Oct. 28 -- The University of Tulsa issued the following news release: This past weekend, Peggy and I had the delightful experience of watching a live performance of A Prairie Home Companion at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center sponsored by our very own KWGS. Garrison Keillor was a masterful emcee, and I found myself uplifted by his folksy charm, slightly ribald humor, and the inspirational folk and country music that are cornerstones of this legendary show. Being uplifted was goo more

PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES OBAMA/EDWARDS, GIULIANI/MCCAIN: WHO WILL WIN WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY'S MOCK PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION ON NOV. 5?

MACOMB, Ill., Nov. 4 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: The Democratic and Republican presidential nominating tickets are set; and the next U.S. president and vice president will be determined at the fifth and final day of the mock presidential election, "The Road to the White Starts at Western Illinois University," from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 5 in Western Hall. Student Democrats nominated Barack Obama - with more than 60 percent of the delegates vote - more

PRESS CONFERENCE SCHEDULED TO ANNOUNCE MAJOR DONATION

FLORENCE, S.C., Nov. 5 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: The Progress Energy Foundation will hold a press conference Thursday, Nov. 8, at 2:30 p.m. on the campus of Francis Marion University to announce a substantial donation to be made to further support the Progress Energy Technology Center located in Rogers Library. The Progress Energy Technology Center was established by the Progress Energy Foundation in 2003 through an $80,000 gift to the library. This g more

PROFESSIONALS, STUDENTS RECOGNIZED FOR LIFECYCLE BUILDING INNOVATION

ATLANTA, Oct. 29 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following press release: During today's ceremony at the WasteWise/National Partnership for Environmental Priorities Conference in Washington, D.C., U.S. EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Division Directors Alan Farmer (Region 4) and Jeff Scott (Region 9) along with Building Materials Reuse Association President Brad Guy, recognized the winners of the second annual Lifecycle Building Challenge 2 (LBC2) competition. more

PROFESSOR LAYZER HONORED BY U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., June 5 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Tennessee Tech University biology professor Jim Layzer has devoted his professional life toward protecting endangered fish and mussel species, and recently, that perseverance was acknowledged by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Layzer was one of 16 USFWS partners honored with the 2007 Southeastern Regional Director's Conservation Awards, given for accomplishments toward fish and wildlife more

PROFESSOR'S BIOFUEL RESEARCH COULD HELP LESSEN FUEL CRISIS

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn., July 22 -- Austin Peay State University issued the following news release: Research by an Austin Peay State University biology professor could help to manufacture hydrogen more efficiently for use as a biofuel in vehicles - and become part of a solution to the current fuel crisis. Dr. Sergei Markov, assistant professor of biology, has developed a prototype bioreactor that uses the purple bacterium Rubrivivax gelatinosus to produce enough hydrogen to power a small motor. more

PROFILE OF PATRIOT SENIOR BASKETBALL PLAYER SENIOR GUARD YOUNG

FLORENCE, S.C., Feb. 1 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: Averaging 13.7 points per game, and knocking in nearly 80 percent of her free-throws, senior guard Brittany Young leads the Francis Marion University women's basketball team in scoring both on- and off-the-line. She also averages the most minutes played per game at 24.7-playing in every game this season. Young is second on the team when it comes to rebounds, assists and steals averaging 4.4, 3.2 and 2.5 more

PROGRAM PARTNERS PERMANENTLY ENDOW CHAIR FOR ALASKA NATIVE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING STUDENTS

ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Oct. 29 -- The University of Alaska at Anchorage issued the following news release: Industry partners and Native corporations have stepped up with the Rasmuson Foundation to create the Herbert P. Schroeder Endowed Chair of the Alaska Native Science & Engineering Program (ANSEP). The endowment, with pledged gifts in excess of $4 million, will ensure stable funding for a full-time, year-round faculty member dedicated to students enrolled in ANSEP. In December 2007 the Rasm more

Progress Energy Carolinas Receives Approval For Four New Energy-Saving Programs

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 16 -- Progress Energy issued the following news release: Progress Energy Carolinas has received approval from the N.C. Utilities Commission for four new programs designed to help customers save energy and money. The company is completing program design and expects to begin offering the new energy-efficiency and demand-side management (DSM) programs to customers in the coming months. "As demand for energy continues to grow, we are committed to providing our customers wit more

PROGRESS ENERGY CONTRIBUTES $50,000 TO FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

FLORENCE, S.C., Nov. 5 -- Francis Marion University issued the following press release: Francis Marion University today announced that Progress Energy has made a $50,000 gift to replace computers in the Progress Energy Technology Center located in Rogers Library. Established by the Progress Energy Foundation in 2003 through an $80,000 gift to the library, the Progress Energy Technology Center provides computer access for FMU's more than 4,100 students 88 hours per week, the same hours the more

PROVOST ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT; FACULTY, STAFF HONORED AT CONVOCATION

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Aug. 18 -- The University of Texas System Brownsville issued the following news release: The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College Provost Dr. Jose G. Mart�n will retire early next year, President Dr. Juliet V. Garc�a announced at Fall Convocation on Monday, Aug. 18. "The position of provost is one that demands a commitment and a lot of energy," he said. "It is also one in which the needs of the institution must take precedence over individual o more

Public Power And Major Environmental Group Team Up To Launch Initiative On Energy Efficiency

WASHINGTON, June 23 -- The American Public Power Association issued the following news release: The American Public Power Association (APPA) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) announced today a joint initiative designed "to help American households and businesses take advantage of all cost-effective opportunities to improve the efficiency of electricity use." The initiative will unite APPA's 1,300 member utilities and NRDC's 1.2 million members and activists in new efforts acros more

Public Television Stations to Honor Leader in Advocacy on Behalf of Public Broadcasting

WASHINGTON, Feb. 6 -- The Association of Public Television Stations issued the following news release: The Association of Public Television Stations (APTS) will present Jeanne Hopkins with the APTS National Advocacy Award for her exceptional efforts in furthering Public Television's legislative goals. Hopkins, vice president of communications and government affairs for WGBH, Boston, will be presented with the Advocacy Award on February 11th during APTS Capitol Hill Day in Washington, D.C. more

Public Transportation Projects Will Create Thousands of Jobs -- Federal Funding of $8 Billion will Start 559 Public Transit Projects and Create Economic Benefits

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The American Public Transportation Association issued the following news release: The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) called on Congress today to pass economic stimulus legislation that includes funding public transportation projects to create new jobs. APTA has identified 559 public transit "ready-to-go" projects, worth $8 billion. Testifying before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, APTA Chair Dr. Beverly Scott, who is also more

PUC ISSUES RULING ON ASSIGNED COMMISSIONER RULING TO SUPPLEMENT THE RECORD FOR THE RESOLUTION OF UTILITY INCENTIVE CLAIMS FOR 2006-2007

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 28 -- The California Public Utilities Commission issued the following ruling: Order Instituting Rulemaking to Examine the Commission's post-2005 Energy Efficiency Policies, Programs, Evaluation, Measurement and Verification, and Related Issues. Rulemaking 06-04-010 (Filed April 13, 2006) ASSIGNED COMMISSIONER RULING TO SUPPLEMENT THE RECORD FOR THE RESOLUTION OF UTILITY INCENTIVE CLAIMS FOR 2006-2007 On August 15, 2008, Southern California Edison Company (S more

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER FRIEDMAN TO SPEAK AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON

HOUSTON, Aug. 4 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Thomas L. Friedman, a world-renowned author and journalist who is a three-time Pulitzer Prize winner, will deliver the 2008 Farfel Distinguished Lecture and the Elizabeth D. Rockwell Ethics and Leadership Lecture at 6:30 p.m., Sept. 12 in Cullen Performance Hall. Friedman will discuss "Green Is the New, Red, White, and Blue," the foundation of his new book "Hot, Flat, and Crowded: Why We Need a Green Revolution more

PUTIN PROPOSES CHINA FOR NATIONAL CURRENCY IN BILATERAL TRADE

Moscow, Oct 28 (UNI) Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin today proposed to China to gradually switch over to the national currency payments in bilateral trade. '' We should consider improving the payment system for bilateral trade, including by gradually adopting a broader use of national currencies,'' Putin said at a bilateral economic forum which he jointly attended with his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao. Putin, however, said the task would be tough, adding it was necessary amid the c more

QADDAFI TO ARRIVE IN MOSCOW ON OFFICIAL VISIT

Moscow, Oct 29 (UNI) Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi will arrive here on Friday on a three-day official visit at the invitation of Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, the Kremlin press service today said. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said he was sure Qaddafi's visit would be a success. ''I have no doubt about that,'' Lavrov said, while noting the warming of bilateral ties between the two countries. According to Russian media reports, deals to supply arms to Libya worth more than more

RADIOACTIVE LIFT BUTTONS TRACED TO A PUNE UNIT

NEW DELHI, India, Oct. 29 -- THE ATOMIC Energy Regulatory Board has traced to a Pune unit the lift buttons that were removed from hundreds of elevators in France after they were found to be radioactive. The source of scrap is yet to be found. Last week, France had asked elevator maker Otis to remove India-made lift buttons from hundreds of elevators after 20 workers were found to have been exposed to radiations. The exposure was of Level 2 on the one to seven levels of exposure, with one being more

RAMAPO COLLEGE JOINS LARGEST TEACH-IN IN U.S. HISTORY

MAHWAH, N.J., Jan. 9 -- Ramapo College issued the following news release: On January 30 and 31 Ramapo College of New Jersey will participate in Focus The Nation, a teach-in model on global warming solutions. Focus The Nation has created a teach-in model centered on the three most essential pillars for today's youth to embrace solutions to global warming: education, civic engagement and leadership. Focus The Nation will take place at more than 1,000 universities and colleges in all 50 state more

RAMAPO COLLEGE MAKES COMMITMENT TO CLIMATE NEUTRALITY

MAHWAH, N.J., Jan. 9 -- Ramapo College issued the following news release: Ramapo College of New Jersey, a pioneer in environmentally green practices since its inception in 1969, has made a commitment to climate neutrality. Dr. Peter P. Mercer, president of the college, has charged a Climate Commitment Task Force to develop and implement an institutional action plan for the college to move toward becoming climate neutral. Climate neutrality is having no net greenhouse gas emissions, achieved t more

Reasons to Support a Second Economic Stimulus Package

DENVER, Oct. 24 -- The National Conference of State Legislatures issued the following news release: "It could get worse before it gets better." "It's the worst I've ever seen it." "Options to close budget gaps are rapidly dwindling." These are among the sentiments regarding the states' financial situation amid the nation's economic crisis. Because states are required to balance their budgets and can't operate in the red, many are finding it increasingly more difficult to conduct the daily bus more

Remarks by Governor Sarah Palin on Achieving Strategic Energy Independence

NEW YORK, Oct. 29 -- The presidential campaign of Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., issued the text of the following speech: Governor Sarah Palin today will deliver the following remarks as prepared for delivery in Toledo, OH, at 9:00 a.m. ET: Thank you all very much. I appreciate the hospitality of Xunlight Energy, and all the people of Toledo. The folks at Xunlight are doing great work for this community and our country. Every day, when there are no cameras around to draw attention to it, t more

Remarks by John McCain in Miami, Florida

NEW YORK, Oct. 29 -- The presidential campaign of Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., issued the text of the following speech: U.S. Senator John McCain today will deliver the following remarks as prepared for delivery at the McCain-Palin 2008 rally in Miami, FL: It's great to be back in Florida. We need to win Florida on November 4th, and with your help -- we're going to win here, and bring real change to Washington. We need a new direction, and we have to fight for it. I've been fighting for t more

Remarks of Senator Barack Obama

RENO, Nev., Oct. 25 -- The presidential campaign of Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., issued the text of the following speech: Nevada, in just 10 days, you'll have the chance to elect your next President. And you'll have the chance to bring the change we need to Washington. That's the good news. But we're going to have to work, and struggle, and fight for every single one of those 10 days to move our country in a new direction. We cannot let up. And we won't. Because one thing we know is that cha more

Renewable Energy and Corporate Sustainability Among Green Session Presentations at ELFA's 47th Annual Convention

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12 -- The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association issued the following news release: The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) 2008 Annual Convention, "Financing New Frontiers," will feature "green" educational sessions during the annual three-day event, October 12-14. Green initiatives are among the most high-profile of emerging opportunities in equipment finance and the economy as a whole and ELFA's sessions are must-attends for this market. One educat more

REP. BACHMANN HOSTS RENEWABLE ENERGY ROUNDTABLE

ST. CLOUD, Minn., Oct. 29 -- Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn. (6th CD), has issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann invited local inventors and innovators to discuss their work on clean and renewable energy technologies. Her legislation, H.R. 6716, the Promoting New American Energy Act, would help them pave the way to American energy independence. The Promoting New American Energy Act would launch a wave of energy research, investment and innovation by aggres more

REP. BLACKBURN SLATED TO ADDRESS UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS COMMENCEMENTS DEC. 15

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 12 -- University of Memphis issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn is scheduled to address University of Memphis graduates during winter Commencement ceremonies Saturday, Dec. 15, at FedExForum. In morning and afternoon sessions a total of 1,405 degrees will be awarded, including 26 doctorates. At 10 a.m. degrees will be awarded to graduates of the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Communication and Fine Arts, the University College, th more

REP. BONO MEETS WITH LOCAL BUSINESS, COMMUNITY LEADERS ON ECONOMY

PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Oct. 29 -- Rep. Mary Bono Mack, R-Calif. (45th CD), issued the following news release: Congresswoman Mary Bono Mack (CA-45) today met with leadership from the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership (CVEP) to discuss the economic situation, housing crisis, clean energy potential in the region and other critical issues. As local business and community leaders, the group also discussed efforts to bring new businesses to the region and boost existing industries. "This was more

REP. CHILDERS HELPS CONSTITUENTS FILE FOR REBATE BEFORE DEADLINE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Rep. Travis Childers, D-Miss., (1st CD) issued the following news release: Congressman Travis Childers (D-MS) held office hours today to help constituents file for their stimulus checks before the October 15 deadline. A representative from Internal Revenue Services (IRS) joined the Congressman to assist constituents in their filing. "With record high energy and food prices and difficult economic times, I want to make sure that North Mississippians receive their stimul more

REP. JEFFERSON APPLAUDS AWARDING OF NEW MARKET TAX CREDITS TO LOUISIANA

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. William L. Jefferson, D-La. (2nd CD), issued the following news release: The U.S. Treasury Department recently announced the sixth round of New Market Tax Credits and in this cycle has awarded over a $120 million in tax credits to Louisiana businesses, Liberty Bank and Trust Company; Advantage Capital Community Development Fund, LLC and American Community Renewable Energy Fund, LLC. "These tax credits will be a boon to our area--used as a vehicle to encourage in more

REP. TERRY HONORED WITH MANUFACTURERS' AWARD

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- Rep. Lee Terry, R-Neb. (2nd CD), issued the following news release: Nebraska's Second District Congressman Lee Terry was honored Wednesday, Oct. 29, by the nation's largest manufacturing association and the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry for his support of a pro-growth, pro-jobs agenda. Rep. Terry was presented with the National Association of Manufacturers' (NAM) Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence at the headquarters of Union Pacific. The NAM aw more

RESEARCH NETS $2.5 MILLION IN GRANTS FOR UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON PROFESSORS

HOUSTON, June 25 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: The University of Houston is focusing on becoming a top-tier research university, and the UH faculty are responding. Recently, 21 UH professors were awarded more than $2.5 million in research grants through the Norman Hackerman Advanced Research Program (ARP), ranking second only to The University of Texas at Austin. Projects by these UH professors include developing catalysts to use with alternative fuels, ma more

Ridgewater Partners With Minnwest Technology Campus, U Of M, And St. Cloud State On Bioscience Initiative

WILLMAR, Minn., Oct. 22 -- Ridgewater College issued the following news release: Thanks to a $1.25 million grant from the Minnesota Department of Employee and Economic Development to the city of Willmar and matching funds from the MinnWest Technology Campus in Willmar, Ridgewater students will soon be able to benefit from the educational opportunities of a local bioscience research center. The Mid-Central Biosciences Center will be operated by the University of Minnesota and will occupy a more

Ridgewater's Oveson Earns Educational Facilities Professional Credential

WILLMAR, Minn., Oct. 1 -- Ridgewater College issued the following news release: Kip Oveson, Ridgewater College's physical plant director, has earned the credential of Educational Facilities Professional (EFP). Awarded by the APPA, the EFP credential validates Oveson's knowledge and competence as a professional in an educational facility. To earn the designation of EFP, applicants much complete an intensive examination that covers four key competency areas for the educational facilities pro more

Riverland Conservancy To Hold Dedication Ceremony At Merrimac Preserve

MERRIMAC, Wis., Oct. 2 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: The Merrimac Preserve near Devil's Lake State Park will be the site for a special ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony on Monday morning, October 13. Riverland Conservancy will be holding the event to officially open their Carbon Cycle and Habitat Diversity Trail - one of three major trails on the property. Barbara J. Swan, Riverland Conservancy Board Member and Wisconsin Power and Light Company President, will more

RUSSIA TO BOOST ECONOMIC TIES WITH INDIA, CHINA

Moscow, Oct 29 (UNI) Amid the ongoing global financial crisis, Russia has decided to focus on its economic ties with India, China and the Central Asian countries, within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The Kremlin�TMs press service today said the Prime Ministers of Russia, China, and four Central Asian countries will meet on October 29-30 in Kazakhstan's capital, Astana, to discuss measures to overcome the world financial crisis. The government on Monday adopt more

RUSSIAN MILITARY TEAM IN CUBA

Moscow, Oct. 28 -- (IANS)) In what may be seen as Moscow's growing defence collaboration with Latin American countries, a Russian military delegation is in Cuba to review the island nation's defence preparedness. The Russian team, headed by air chief General Alexander Maslov, will visit air defence units to discuss training of Cuban personnel in modern weaponry and command and communication system, EFE reported Tuesday. "The two sides will share experiences in organising air defences and discu more

RUSSIAN MILITARY TEAM IN CUBA

Moscow, Oct. 29 -- (IANS)) In what may be seen as Moscow's growing defence collaboration with Latin American countries, a Russian military delegation is in Cuba to review the island nation's defence preparedness. The Russian team, headed by air chief General Alexander Maslov, will visit air defence units to discuss training of Cuban personnel in modern weaponry and command and communication system, EFE reported Tuesday. "The two sides will share experiences in organising air defences and discu more

RUSSIAN PARLIAMENT RATIFIES FRIENDSHIP TREATIES WITH S OSSETIA

Moscow, Oct 29 (UNI) State Duma, the lower house of Russian Parliament, today ratified the friendship treaties with the Georgia's breakaway regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. The friendship treaties confirm both sides' intentions to strengthen friendship and reinforce political, economic and military cooperation. Russia recognised both Georgian separatist republics as independent states on August 26 after the end of a five-day conflict between Moscow and Tbilisi, which launched an atta more

Save Money And Energy With The Twist Of Energy-Efficient Bulbs

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Sept. 29 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: As fall turns to winter and the sun sets earlier each night, Iowa residents are turning on their lights, and in doing so, spending more money on electricity. Fortunately, there is a way to turn on lights and turn back energy costs. With just a twist of the wrist, ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) can reduce energy use by up to 75 percent. Changing out the five most used bulbs in a home more

SCIENTISTS MAKE PRACTICAL OPTICAL FIBER WITH SILICON CORE

Washington, Oct. 29 -- (ANI): A team of American researchers claims that they have been able to make a practical optical fiber with a silicon core. Writing about their work in the open-access journal Optics Express, Clemson University scientist John Ballato and fiber pioneer Roger Stolen revealed that they could create the new fiber by employing the same commercial methods that are used to develop all-glass fibers, making silicon fibers viable alternatives to glass fibers for selected specialty more

SCIENTISTS PRODUCE ELECTRICITY FROM GAS AND WATER

Berlin, Oct. 28 -- (ANI): Researchers of the Fraunhofer Technology Development Group TEG have developed a new fluidic energy transducer that produces electricity from gas and water. Air compression systems can be found in many manufacturing operations. If a leak occurs anywhere in the system, the air pressure drops and production comes to a halt until the source of failure has been found. Sensors constantly monitor the pressure in order to keep costly fault-related losses to a minimum. At p more

SEA URCHIN YIELDS A KEY SECRET OF BIOMINERALIZATION

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 27 -- The University of Wisconsin issued the following news release: The teeth and bones of mammals, the protective shells of mollusks, and the needle-sharp spines of sea urchins and other marine creatures are made-from-scratch wonders of nature. Used to crush food, for structural support and for defense, the materials of which shells, teeth and bones are composed are the strongest and most durable in the animal world, and scientists and engineers have long sought to mi more

SECRETARY OF EDUCATION SPELLINGS ADDRESSES JOHN F. KENNEDY, JR. FORUM AT HARVARD UNIVERSITY

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings this evening delivered a speech entitled Educating America: The Will and the Way Forward at the John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Mass. Following are the Secretary's remarks: Thank you. It is an honor to be here. Let me start by thanking Professor Paul Peterson and the faculty of the Kennedy School f more

SECRETARY OF STATE WHITE ANNOUNCES FATHER, DAUGHTER GUILTY OF DEFRAUDING MORE THAN 100 INVESTORS OF OVER $4 MILLION OIL, GAS INVESTMENT SCAM

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., July 24 -- The Illinois Secretary of State issued the following news release: A father and daughter pled guilty to a fraudulent oil and gas investment scheme in which over 100 people lost more than $4 million. Carl E. Royse, of Fairfield, Illinois, and his daughter Jeanette Riley, of Olney, Illinois, as well as their company Hughes Energy, Inc., pled guilty in federal court to charges of conspiracy to engage in fraudulent interstate transactions and in the sale of unregi more

SECRETARY OF STATE WHITE ANNOUNCES LICENSE PLATE RECYCLING PROGRAM

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., April 22 -- The Illinois Secretary of State issued the following news release: Secretary of State Jesse White announced a license plate recycling program available to motorists Tuesday, Earth Day. The new program allows motorists to recycle their expired and obsolete license plates at vehicle facilities statewide. "The program will reduce energy usage as well as air and water pollution," White said. "We want to help everyone do his or her part when it comes to recycling, more

SEN. BOXER CALLS FOR MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT TO CREATE JOBS, BOOST ECONOMIC RECOVERY

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 29 -- The office of Sen. Barbara A. Boxer, D-Calif., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, held a press conference today to call for major investments in America's infrastructure to create jobs and restore the economy. Prepared text of her remarks follows. The Need for Infrastructure Investment to Support a Dynamic Economy and Create Jobs in a Time of Recession SENATOR B more

SEN. BOXER CALLS FOR MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT TO CREATE JOBS, BOOST ECONOMIC RECOVERY

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 29 -- The Senate Environment & Public Works Committee issued the following news release: Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, held a press conference today to call for major investments in America's infrastructure to create jobs and restore the economy. Prepared text of her remarks follows. Today we face tremendous challenges as a nation. The financial meltdown is threatening Americans' economic security. Millio more

SEN. DOMENICI LAUDS GOOD NEWS FOR NUCLEAR ENERGY IN AMERICA, GOOD NEWS FOR U.S. ECONOMY

ROSWELL, N.M., Oct. 23 -- The office of Sen. Pete V. Domenici, R-N.M., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Pete Domenici, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today issued the following statement about news that AREVA and Northrop Grumman will build a new manufacturing and engineering facility in Newport News, VA, to construct heavy components for nuclear reactors. "Today is a great day for the future of nuclear energy in America--and a great day more

SEN. DOMENICI ON NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION COMPLEX TRANSFORMATION PLANS AT NUCLEAR WEAPONS LABS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- The office of Sen. Pete V. Domenici, R-N.M., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Pete Domenici, ranking member of the Senate subcommittee that funds the nation's nuclear weapons laboratories, today issued the following statement related to the Final Complex Transformation Supplemental Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (SPEIS) unveiled Thursday by the National Nuclear Security Administration. The SPEIS is part of an ongoing Department of Energy an more

SEN. DOMENICI OPENS WASTE ISOLATION PILOT PROJECT RESEARCH FACILITY

CARLSBAD, N.M., Oct. 22 -- The office of Sen. Pete V. Domenici, R-N.M., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Pete Domenici today helped launch operations at the Enriched Xenon Observatory (EXO) at the Waste Isolation Pilot Project (WIPP) in Eddy County, a cutting-edge scientific research project aimed at improving knowledge and understanding of neutrino particles. The new EXO facility is an advanced participle-astrophysics collaboration and a result of international collaboratio more

SEN. DOMENICI'S DREAM OF ALBUQUERQUE BOSQUE PARK LAUNCHED INTO REALITY

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Oct. 10 -- The office of Sen. Pete V. Domenici, R-N.M., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Pete Domenici's dream of creating a park-like setting within the Rio Grande bosque began taking form Saturday with a groundbreaking ceremony that could transform 17-miles of the cottonwood riparian region into an environmental and civic centerpiece for the Albuquerque region. Domenici joined officials from the Army Corps of Engineers, the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy more

SEN. DOMENICI: PROGRESS ON NEW U.S. URANIUM ENRICHMENT PLAN SOLIDIFIES NEW MEXICO ROLE IN NUKE ENERGY RENAISSANCE

EUNICE, N.M., Oct. 24 -- The office of Sen. Pete V. Domenici, R-N.M., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Pete Domenici today asserted that progress on construction of the National Enrichment Facility (NEF) in Lea County continues to move New Mexico to the center of the renaissance of American nuclear power, a goal considered crucial to America's quest for greater energy independence. Domenici addressed the rebirth of the U.S. nuclear energy industry during the dedication of th more

Senate Passes Economic Stabilization Tax Legislation

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: Following is a statement by Edison Electric Institute President Tom Kuhn lauding Senate passage of economic stabilization and energy/extenders tax legislation. EEI is the association of U.S. shareholder-owned electric companies, representing about 70 percent of the electric power sector. "We're extremely encouraged by the Senate's vote, and it's absolutely critical that the House quickly follow suit. We more

SENIOR COMMUNITY LOOKS TO RECYCLE 5,200 POUNDS

TERRE HAUTE, Ind., Oct. 28 -- The Indiana Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: A grant from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) is helping start a new recycling program at the Providence Housing Corp. in Terre Haute. The grant will be applied toward the purchase of 96-gallon, two-wheeled recycling and yard waste carts and two utility sheds made from resin construction material. Providence Housing Corp., a senior housing community, aims to more

SETTLEMENT REACHED ON CDOT STORMWATER VIOLATIONS

DENVER, Oct. 24 -- The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued the following news release: The Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Department of Transportation have reached a settlement totaling $506,385 for stormwater violations that were identified at highway construction projects in 2005 and 2007. The settlement covers stormwater permit discharge and procedural documentation violations that occur more

SFA PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE AND STEEL BAND TO PRESENT 'PERCUSSION UNPLUGGED'

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, March 17 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: The Stephen F. Austin State University College of Fine Arts and School of Music will present "Percussion Unplugged," a concert featuring the SFA Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, in Cole Concert Hall. The first half of the concert will feature three senior percussionists and the Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of David LaClair, Nacogdoches senior more

SFA PLAYWRIGHT'S MUSICAL SET TO START BROADWAY RUN IN FEBRUARY

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Oct. 3 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: "Vanities, A New Musical" by Jack Heifner, visiting professor and playwright-in-residence at Stephen F. Austin State University's School of Theatre, will start preview performances on Broadway on February 2, 2009. "The producers have chosen a theatre owned by the Shubert Organization, but that location hasn't been announced to the public yet," said Heifner, "The official opening will occur i more

SFA TO PRESENT FACULTY PERCUSSION RECITAL

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, March 17 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: Scott Harris, director of percussion and assistant professor of music at Stephen F. Austin State University, will perform a percussion recital Tuesday, March 25, at 7:30 p.m. in Cole Concert Hall on the SFA campus. The program will feature a collection of innovative and contemporary works for solo and chamber percussion. Solo works include "Kim" by Askell Masson for snare drum, "Different more

SHOWING OF 'THE NUCLEAR COMEBACK' TO BE HELD OCT. 21

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Oct. 16 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: On Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. in Brown Hall Auditorium, East Tennessee State University will host a free public showing of the movie "The Nuclear Comeback." Director Justin Pemberton travels the globe to investigate the return of nuclear power, bringing viewers to such destinations as the control room at Chernobyl and a nuclear waste disposal site under the Baltic Sea. Recent concerns abo more

SIX NAMED 2008 OUTSTANDING ALUMNI BY TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 11 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: An engineer, entrepreneur, educator and entertainer, as well as a physicist and an administrator, will be honored as Tennessee Tech University Outstanding Alumni at a dinner and reception on Feb. 1. These six Tennessee Tech University alumni, representing each academic division, will receive recognition at a celebration in the Leslie Town Centre: Dudley Garner Jr., chairman of Symetrics Tec more

SLV RURAL ELECTRIC AWARDS ADAMS STATE SCHOLARSHIPS

ALAMOSA, Colo., July 16 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: For 20 years, the San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative has invested in alternative energy - brain power. Each year, the co-op awards about $20,000 worth of scholarships to Adams State students. "We do this because one of the principals of cooperatives is community service," said John Villyard, chief executive officer of SLV REC. With 7,000 members and 52 employees, SLV REC is one of 22 energy cooperati more

SMART TEACHERS, STUDENTS USING SMART BOARD TECHNOLOGY

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 16 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: If you remember chalk or dry erase boards in school, it's time to update your vision of what a "blackboard" looks like in today's classrooms. When second-grader Kyle Wendt goes to the board, he simply uses his finger to tap, pull and drag items. Or sometimes he uses an inkless pen to write. Or sometimes he just erases it all with a virtual eraser. Kyle is smart; the board he's using is too. more

SOLAR EXPO IS APRIL 19

ALAMOSA, Colo., April 15 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: The Adams State College Environmental Action for Resources, Transportation and Health (EARTH) group and the San Luis Valley Resource Conservation & Development Council EARTH Week activities conclude on Saturday, April 19 at the Student Union Building. Activities include a reduce, reuse, recycle garage sale from 8 a.m. until noon; free samples of radishes, and a sale of tomato plants - both grown in local gr more

SOLAR INDUSTRY WORKSHOP IS MAY 28-29

ALAMOSA, Colo., May 15 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Adams State College Community Partnerships, Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association, (CoSEIA) and the San Luis Solar Association would like to invite existing and potential solar related businesses to a solar industry workshop on May 28 and 29, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Adams State College School of Business, room 238. CoSEIA is the Colorado branch of the nationwide Solar Energy Industries Association (SE more

SONOCO CEO DELOACH JR. TO SPEAK AT LANDER UNIVERSITY COMMENCEMENT

GREENWOOD, S.C., April 24 -- Lander University issued the following press release: About 270 Lander University students will hear a motivational address from Sonoco Products Company Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Harris E. DeLoach Jr. during the university's commencement ceremonies, 11 a.m. Saturday, May 10, in Horne Arena. The university will confer an honorary doctorate of humane letters on professional psychotherapist Fay Maria Mitchell Hart of Greer. A 1957 Lander alum more

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE ALUMNA, LAWSON- WILLIAMS, PRESENTS HER BOOK 'BLOSSOM BEE'S GOLF ADVENTURES'

ORANGEBURG, S.C., Sept. 30 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: SC State alumna, Dr. BerNadette Lawson-Williams will sign copies of her latest book, "Blossom Bee's Golf Adventures," Saturday, on Oct. 11, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The book- signing will be held at the I.P. Stanback Museum and Planetarium on SC State's campus. "I am ecstatic about the release of "Blossom Bee's Golf Adventures," I can't wait for the entire world to meet Blossom Bee," more

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE INTERNS PRESENT ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS AT SAVANNAH RIVER SITE

ORANGEBURG, S.C., Aug. 28 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: SC State students have been hard at work this summer, interning as part of Dr. John B. William's research project with the U.S Department of Energy (DOE) and Savannah River Site (SRS). The four students' efforts included assisting with the environmental cleanup strategies implemented by SRS. This is the 10th year that SC State's department of Biology sponsored the ten-week internship. The inte more

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE STUDENT INTERNS WITH NATIONAL NUCLEAR SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

ORANGEBURG, S.C., May 27 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: SC State student, Sharaledon D. Brave selected for an internship with the U. S. Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Laboratory in Washington, DC. Brave is a rising senior form Columbia, South Carolina and is majoring in Business Administration/ Marketing. He will be interning as a training development officer with NNSA's Chief Learning Officer. The eight -we more

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY'S FOUNDERS' DAY 2008

ORANGEBURG, S.C., Feb. 28 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: South Carolina State University will celebrate the 112th anniversary of its establishment at its annual Founders' Day convocation. The event will be held on Sunday, March 2, at 4 p.m. in the Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center. The keynote address will be delivered by Eugene Robinson, columnist and associate editor of The Washington Post. SC State University will also announce distingu more

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE'S NUCLEAR ENGINEERING PROGRAM RECEIVES NATIONAL ACCREDITATION

ORANGEBURG, S.C., Sept. 16 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: SC State's Nuclear Engineering program has recently been accredited by the Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), a non-profit organization that serves the public by accrediting United States postsecondary degree programs in applied sciences, computing, engineering, and technology. The Program, which originally began in 2002, is the first new nuclear engineering program acc more

South Dakota GOP: Change We Need

PIERRE, S.D., Oct. 29 -- The South Dakota Republican Party issued the following letter: Dear Friends: These are tumultuous times we live in and it is easy to see why the American people have lost faith in Washington. The DC system is broken and we need a little South Dakota common sense to fix it. Out of control spending, lack of oversight of our financial markets and flat out refusals to pass substantive energy policy are the legacy of the Democrat-led Congress. It is shameful and Step more

South Korean Inventors Develop Nano Tip Fabrication Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Chang-Soo Han and June-Ki Park, both of Daejeon, South Korea, have developed a fabricating method for nano tip. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The present invention relates to a nano tip and a fabrication method of the nano tip that is generally usable in mechanical, physical, and electrical devices for detecting surface signals or chemical signals, or is usable for a source scanning energy beam.The fabrication method of more

SSEJINJA CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION TALK IS NOV. 27 IN CARSON AUDITORIUM

ALAMOSA, Colo., Nov. 14 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: AIDS orphans in Uganda, Africa are offered hope through the Ssejinja Children's Foundation. As part of AIDS Awareness Week the Adams State College Campus Ministry presents Kathy Darnell, with the Durango Ssejinja Children's Foundation, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, in Carson Auditorium. The Ssejinja Children's Foundation was founded by David Ssejinja who was born and raised in Uganda amidst the AIDS pandemic a more

STAFF OF 1890 RESEARCH, EXTENSION PARTICIPATE IN JOINT 1890 CONFERENCE

ORANGEBURG, S.C., June 23 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: Several SC State researchers and staff, whose research seeks to identify solutions that address one of the 1890 Land Grant System's four areas of national priority, were selected to discuss and showcase their scholarly work at the 2008 Association of Extension Administrators (AEA)/Association of Research Directors (ARD) Land Grant Conference, June 8-11, in Memphis, Tenn. "Addressing Universal more

STATE OFFICES WIN TOP HONORS FOR ABANDONED MINE LAND RECLAMATION FROM OSM

DURANGO, Colo., Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of Surface Mining issued the following press release: Five state offices responsible for reclaiming mines abandoned prior to passage of the Surface Mine Control and Reclamation Act of 1977(SMCRA) were awarded top honors for the 2008 competition sponsored by the US Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM). The States were recognized at an awards banquet hosted by the National Association of Abandoned M more

STATE REP. HEBL ATTENDS PRESTIGIOUS LEGISLATIVE LEADERSHIP SEMINAR

MADISON, Wis., Aug. 22 -- Wisconsin State Rep. Gary Hebl, D-Dane (46th District), issued the following news release: State Representative Gary Hebl (D-Sun Prairie) was among 37 select lawmakers chosen to participate last week in a training program that annually identifies and assists promising state leaders in the Midwest. Hebl met with fellow lawmakers from Wisconsin and 10 other Midwestern states and the Canadian provinces of Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan on Aug. 8-12, in Madison, f more

STATE REP. HEBL CALLS FOR ACTION ON THE ECONOMIC CRISIS

MADISON, Wis., Sept. 26 -- Wisconsin State Rep. Gary Hebl, D-Dane (46th District), issued the following news release: State Representative Gary Hebl (D-46th Assembly District), along with some of his colleagues in the State Assembly Thursday, called for action to create jobs and protect working families in Wisconsin. "The crisis on Wall Street and the partisan wrangling in Washington has highlighted the need for action here in Wisconsin," Hebl said following the press conference held in th more

STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT POTSDAM STUDENTS STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT THROUGH ACTION

POTSDAM, N.Y., Oct. 23 -- The State University of New York at Potsdam issued the following news release: Have you ever thought about becoming a vegetarian to help the environment? What about measuring your water consumption in an effort to reduce it or carrying around your trash so you can track your impact? SUNY Potsdam students in Dr. Heather Sullivan-Catlin's "Environment and Society" course were charged with developing both a personal and community action project that would bring about more

STATE, AF DEDICATE LAUNCH COMPLEX 36

CAPE CANAVERAL AIR FORCE STATION, Fla., Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force Space Command issued the following press release: By Chris Calkins 45th SW Public Affairs The Air Force and Space Florida made history during a dedication ceremony held here Wednesday morning as Space Launch Complex 36 was officially made available for operational use by the State of Florida, subject to completion of the environmental impact analysis. People attending the historic ceremony included Florida Governor C more

STATION RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL AWARD

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news story: President George W. Bush awarded Col. Christopher E. O'Connor, the commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, the 2008 Presidential Award for Leadership and Federal Energy Management here Thursday. The PALFEM honors federal employees for their support, leadership and efforts in promoting and improving federal-energy management. This year's award highlighted the innovations made by the Pub more

STEPHEN F. AUSTIN PATENTS PROCESS TO PRODUCE VITAMIN

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Oct. 14 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: While many Americans are aware of the nation's need to reduce its dependence on foreign oil, Stephen F. Austin State University researchers have been working on another project - reducing dependence on foreign vitamins, specifically biotin. While the biotin issue is less well known, it is important. Also known as vitamin H, biotin is a vital nutrient needed for the formation of fatty acids more

STEPHEN F. AUSTIN REGENTS APPROVE NEW ACADEMIC DIVISION

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Oct. 14 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news release: A new Division of Communication and Contemporary Culture being established at Stephen F. Austin State University will house two new academic programs within the College of Liberal and Applied Arts, as well as a future research center. The new division, which was approved by SFA's Board of Regents at a meeting Tuesday, will incorporate programs in both Communication Studies and Global Media more

STEPPING IT UP

ORANGEBURG, S.C., April 2 -- South Carolina State University issued the following press release: Awesome footwork takes a revitalized African-American tradition into realm of art By NatashaDerrick - nderrick@thestate.com Shawty Lo's "Dey Know" crackles through the speakers as the circle of people outside South Carolina State University's Student Center widens. Members of Alpha Phi Alpha, a fraternity on the Orangeburg campus, bounce in choreographed steps to the Southern hip-hop anth more

STEPS CAN BE TAKEN TO LOWER GAS PRICES

WASHINGTON, June 13 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following column: The impact of rising energy prices is felt in nearly every sector of our economy. The increase in the price of gasoline has made everything from the drive to work to the cost of groceries more expensive. Many residents of our community have contacted my office to express their concern and frustration about the high cost of gas and its effect on their daily lives. I am greatly concerned about the effec more

STORYTELLER HELPS STUDENTS BECOME BETTER TEACHERS

CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 15 -- College of Charleston issued the following press release: Kendall Haven, an internationally-recognized storyteller, will work with students in the College of Charleston's School of Education, Health, and Human Performance on Friday, October 17 at 9:00a.m. and 11:00 a.m. in the EHHP Building at 86 Wentworth Street. He'll use his "Write Right!" principles, which adhere to the Language Arts Content Standards, and will help these aspiring teachers to change the way th more

STRESS DURING PREGNANCY MAY HAVE ADVERSE IMPACT ON OFFSPRING

Washington, Oct. 28 -- (ANI): Stress during pregnancy can have an adverse impact on offspring, leading to slow development, learning and attention difficulties and even autism, say researchers. It can also cause developmental and emotional problems for offspring, they add. In a study on rats, a research team led by Marta Weinstock-Rosin of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem School of Pharmacy compared the behaviour of the offspring of stressed rat mothers with those whose mothers were not stre more

STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN LARGEST TEACH-IN IN U.S. HISTORY

CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 29 -- College of Charleston issued the following press release: The College of Charleston community will participate in Focus The Nation, the largest teach-in in US history with participation from more than 1,000 colleges and universities in all 50 states. The teach-in is focused on global warming activities and is part of the College of Charleston's Eco-Week. Focus The Nation will begin with the 2% Solution web cast produced by the National Wildlife Federation and a more

STUDENTS TO HOLD 'SAVE DARFUR MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE'

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., March 24 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: Students members of the Initiative for Clean Energy (ICE), Students Taking Action in Darfur (STAND), and the East Tennessee State University bicycling team will hold a Save Darfur Mountain Bike Race on Saturday, April 5. All proceeds will go to the organization Save Darfur (on the Web at www.savedarfur.org) to help end the deaths and displacement in that African nation. The events will take more

STUDENTS USE LEGO BUILDING BLOCKS, ROBOTS TO SOLVE ENERGY 'PUZZLE'

HOUSTON, Nov. 20 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: More than 100 groups of 9-to 14-year-olds from all over Texas will get together to use programmable LEGO 'bricks' to solve some of the most critical environmental issues during the 2007 "Power Puzzle" Challenge on Saturday, Dec. 1. The event is sponsored by the University of Houston College of Technology. A partnership between For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST); the Coordination more

SUMMER CAMP AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON TEACHES ADULTS, KIDS HOW TO BUILD ROBOTS

HOUSTON, April 23 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: A new summer camp devoted to building robots isn't just for kids. The University of Houston's College of Technology is inviting students and adults to spend the lazy days of summer with them as they launch their first-ever Robot Discovery Camp and Institute. Hosted by the Coordination of Robotics Education (CORE) program with the College of Technology, the summer camps for both students and adults are broken more

SUMMERTIME BRINGS MORE THAN 7,000 VISITORS TO CAMPUS

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., June 6 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Summertime gives the idea of water, sand and sun for some, but it means camps, conferences and other experiences for fun and learning at Tennessee Tech University's campus. More than 7,000 people visit TTU in the summer season for cheerleading and dance, music or sports camps, science and engineering workshops, studying or just looking around, say university officials, and many of them live i more

SURFACE WARFARE CENTER EARNS DOD DISTINCTION FOR EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release: Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, John J. Young Jr., (USD(AT&L)) announced Oct. 17 that Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Corona earned the 2008 USD(AT&L) Workforce Development Award (Silver Award for Large Organizations). NSWC Corona is a field activity of Naval Sea Systems Command. "I am very proud that Corona has received this prestigious DoD recognition for our employee dev more

Survey Reveals More Facility Professionals Taking Strategic Approach To Green Practices

HOUSTON, Oct. 9 -- The International Facility Management Association issued the following news release: Facility managers are increasingly following a master plan when implementing sustainable practices and are tying their efforts to measurable goals and business strategy, according to the results of a new International Facility Management Association survey. The study, "Green Practices 2008," shows that while recycling and energy conservation initiatives are being practiced by the vast major more

SYMPOSIUM, NEW BOOK BY UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON PROFESSORS ANALYZE IMPACT OF HOUSTON'S LARGE-SCALE ENERGY PRODUCTION, UNCHECKED EXPANSION

HOUSTON, Feb. 18 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Houston's meteoric rise from bayou trading post to energy capital of the world is chronicled in "Energy Metropolis: An Environmental History of Houston and the Gulf Coast," a new book by University of Houston history professors Martin V. Melosi and Joseph A. Pratt. The book analyzes the environmental impact of large-scale energy production and unchecked expansion. The UH Department of History will host a sympo more

Taiwanese Inventor Develops Electric Connector

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 30 -- Yu Ching Tsen of Tauyuan Hsien, Taiwan, has developed an electric connector with segmented center contact member . According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "An electric connector includes two couplers attached to two end portions of a housing, a center contact member disposed in the housing and the couplers, one or more insulators disposed in the housing for insulating and spacing the center contact member from the housing and the more

TALLAHASSEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CLASSES SHEDDING LIGHT ON ALTERNATIVE ENERGY

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 27 -- Tallahassee Community College issued the following news release: In an era when energy conservation is becoming more than just a great idea, TCC's Economic & Workforce Development Center has begun offering classes in renewable energy technologies. The first two courses being offered are Photovoltaic Systems and Solar Thermal Hot Water. Both classes are designed for building or skilled trade contractors, electricians, plumbers, HVAC mechanics, architects, engin more

TECO Energy Declares Quarterly Dividend

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 29 -- TECO Energy issued the following news release: At its meeting today, the Board of Directors of TECO Energy, Inc. declared a dividend of 20 cents per share on the company's common stock. The dividend is payable November 28 to shareholders of record as of November 14. more

TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING GROUP INSPIRES INNER-CITY SCHOOLS

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., April 14 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Science teacher William Corley, who teaches at F.W. Ballou High School, a local District of Columbia public inner-city school, says a one-day visit by a Tennessee Tech University professor and colleagues left his students with invaluable inspiration. Venkat Subramanian, who leads the Modeling, Analysis and Process-control Laboratory for Electrochemical Systems, or MAPLE lab, housed in TTU's more

TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY SEEKS GREEN CAMPUS INITIATIVES FOR NEXT YEAR, HAS COMPLETED FOUR OUT OF FIVE

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 25 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: With four out of five environmentally friendly sustainability projects already complete this semester, Tennessee Tech University officials are looking for more ways to go greener next year. The projects, totaling more than $112,000, are the first to be funded by the sustainable campus fee of $8 per undergraduate student per semester that was approved by a student vote in fall 2005. Ideas more

TENNESSEE TECH UNIVERSITY VOLUNTEERS ORGANIZE, PROVIDE WORKSHOPS AT ACADEMY AT BONNAROO

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., June 9 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Several Tennessee Tech University instructors, staff members and students are among a group of volunteers who are taking "summer school with a twist" to this week's Bonnaroo music and arts festival in Manchester, Tenn. TTU English instructor Andy Smith has collaborated with festival organizers on a feature called The Academy to provide a schedule of workshop topics offering a blend of arts an more

TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY COUNSELOR OFFERS PARENTS TIPS FOR COPING WITH EMPTY NEST SYNDROME

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., June 30 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: Empty nest syndrome may not be an official medical term, but the period of readjustment for parents is real when children leave home to go to college. With today's parents more involved in the lives of their children than ever before, in fact, the loneliness associated with empty nest syndrome can feel especially pronounced, says Lisa Macke, a counselor at Tennessee Tech University. That' more

TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY STUDENT STUDIES REDUCING COSTS OF POWER GENERATION, WINS NATIONAL ENERGY GRANT

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., July 7 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: In the next few years, more electric power will be generated from green sources such as sunlight, wind and hydrogen (fuel cells) using a distributed network of small local generators, therefore decreasing our dependence large centralized fossil fueled power plants. In the next few years, population growth will force electric power systems to install new transmission lines, but a less expensiv more

TENNESSEE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY'S BUSINESSMEDIA CENTER ACHIEVES SUCCESS, VISIBILITY WITH OLLIE OTTER CAMPAIGN

COOKEVILLE, Tenn., May 20 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release: A furry, 7-feet-tall otter is poised to make an impact on the safety of our nation like no other mascot since Smokey Bear, thanks to Tennessee Tech University's BusinessMedia Center and partners. Ollie Otter, who has championed seatbelt and booster seat usage to Tennessee school children in the past year, may live in an orange, roadside barrel, but he's proving to be the most visible champion more

TERI AND DBT FACILITATE TRANSFER OF TECHNOLOGY FOR 'TERI-DBT BOLLCURE' BIO-PESTICIDE TO PASURA BIOTECH LTD.

Oct. 29 -- New Delhi, Oct 29 (ANI/Business Wire India): With a vision to solve the cotton worm problem in India with environmentally benign solution, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), along with Department of Biotechnology facilitated the second technology transfer for Bollcure, a plant extract based bio-pesticide formulation developed by TERI, with PASURA Biotech Pvt. Ltd, Secunderabad. The technology transfer agreement was signed in the presence of Dr M.K. Bhan, Secretary, DBT. P more

TEST CENTER GOES GREEN WITH THE FUN OF BIKES

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: By Kari Hawkins Redstone Rocket Staff "Going green" in the workplace is as easy as learning how to ride a bicycle. Learn a little about balance, grab the handle bars, give it some speed - and away you go. The "Go Green" campaign is a national movement to make the environment cleaner and safer through energy conservation and other non-polluting measures. But for the 19 employees at the Dynamic Test Branch, Redsto more

Texas Inventors Develop Downhole Telemetry System

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 30 -- Carl Dodge, Homi P. Cooper and Wallace R. Gardner, all from Houston, and Alberto Quintero of Katy, Texas, have developed a downhole telemetry system. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "Improved communication systems and methods are disclosed. In one embodiment, a downhole communications system comprises a downhole transceiver and a surface transceiver. The surface transceiver receives a discrete multi-tone (DMT) modulated upl more

TEXAS SEN. ELLIS AMONG PANELISTS AT UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON CLIMATE CHALLENGE ON JAN. 3

HOUSTON, Jan. 28 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Global climate change is a subject that concerns people worldwide and one that provokes much debate. On Jan. 31, it will be the topic of the day at more than 1,000 businesses, faith groups, civic organizations and educational institutions including the University of Houston. As part of a national teach-in focused on global warming solutions, the university is hosting the UH Climate Challenge 2008 from 1 - 2:30 more

TEXAS SOCIETY OF ARCHITECTS HONORS WORK OF TWO UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ARCHITECTURE PROFESSORS

HOUSTON, Aug. 7 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: The work of two professors at the University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture has been recognized with the Texas Society of Architects' prestigious Design Award. Associate professor and architect Geoffrey Brune was honored for his vision of the Burdette Keeland Design Exploration Center and William Truitt, adjunct assistant professor, was recognized for his planning study on Houston's near Nor more

TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE COMMEMORATES RETIREMENT OF 1986 BONDS

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, July 3 -- The University of Texas System Brownsville issued the following news release: Twenty years ago, the trustees of Texas Southmost College asked voters of the taxing district to support a $13.5 million bond issue - a first in the history of the then 59 -year-old college. The support provided the funds to facilitate a monumental undertaking that took place at the college over the next four years that would literally transform the then-48-acre campus. At the T more

TEXAS WOMAN'S UNIVERSITY TO RECOGNIZE FACULTY AT HONORS CONVOCATION

DENTON, Texas, April 15 -- Texas Women's University issued the following news release: Texas Woman's University will honor 10 faculty members in a celebration of excellence Thursday, April 24 during Honors Convocation. Ceremonies begin at 10 a.m. in the Margo Jones Performance Hall, located at Oakland and Sawyer streets on TWU's Denton campus. TWU faculty receiving recognition are: * Dr. Jim Alexander, professor emeritus of government - the Cornaro Award * Dr. DiAnna Hynds, assistant more

Texas, Oklahoma Inventors Develop High Temperature Imaging Device

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Roger L. Schultz of Aubrey, Texas, James J. Freeman of Houston, Neal G. Skinner of Lewisville, Texas, and Steven G. Streich of Duncan, Okla., have developed a high temperature imaging device. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "High temperature imaging devices are disclosed. In one embodiment, the imaging device comprises an array of photosensitive elements fabricated on an insulator substrate, and an information storage compo more

The 2008 Arete Award for inTernal Communication

ROME, Oct. 29 -- Terna - Rete Elettrica Nazionale issued the following news release: Flavio Cattaneo: developing skills and human resources, the heart of the company "The company's value and identity inevitably depend on the people who work there; for this reason information management represents one of the principal success and growth factors. As part of this aspect, the Arete Award is an important recognition of the company's commitment for building a strong identity that is shared by a more

The Assistant General Counsel of Allegis Group, Inc. Receives the ACC Robert I. Townsend Member of the Year Award

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The Association of Corporate Counsel issued the following news release: The Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) awarded the Robert I. Townsend, Jr. Award to Mauren Dry-Wasson, Assistant General Counsel for Allegis Group, Inc., during its Annual Meeting (http://am.acc.com/) in Seattle, WA. The award, which recognizes outstanding contributions, commitment and dedication of a single member to the association, is one of the highest awards bestowed to members. For the more

The Bush Years: A Legacy of Failure for Our Public Lands

TUCSON, Ariz., Oct. 22 -- The campaign of Raul M. Grijalva, a Democrat, running for reelection to Congress in Arizona's 7th Congressional District, issued the following news release: Over the last seven and half years, the Bush Administration has pushed a concerted strategy of reducing the protections for our public lands, parks and forests, and opening up these lands for every type of private, commercial and extractive industry possible. During the 110th Congress, I have served as the Cha more

Third Annual National Dump the Pump Day to Be Held June 19 -- Take Public Transportation and Beat the High Cost of Gas

WASHINGTON, June 17 -- The American Public Transportation Association issued the following news release: On June 19, people across the country will "dump the pump" and ride public transportation on the Third Annual National Dump the Pump Day. This event is sponsored by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) and more than 125 public transportation systems will be participating nationwide. The 2008 National Dump the Pump Day is a public awareness day that emphasizes how publi more

TIA Celebrates World Standards Day

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 24 -- The Telecommunications Industry Association issued the following news release: The Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), the leader in advocacy, standards development, business development and intelligence for the information and communications technology (ICT) industry, joined the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in celebrating World Standards Day on Oct. 23, 2008. A dinner reception more

Tighter Government Pursestrings Could Reverse Gains in Hip Fracture Prevention

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 25 -- The American College of Rheumatology issued the following news release: Future federally-mandated decreases in DXA reimbursement could lead to increased hip fractures among senior citizens, according to research presented this week at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting in San Francisco, Calif. Osteoporosis is a silent disease of the bones that makes them weaken and prone to fracture. By their mid-30s, most people begin to gradually lose more

Tony Challenges Shuster To Make Full Disclosure

BEDFORD, Pa., Oct. 17 -- Tony Barr, a teacher, a Democratic Party candidate for Pennsylvania's 9th Congressional District, issued the following news release: In an effort remove even the smallest hint of concealment or impropriety, 9th District Congressional Candidate Tony Barr has released his 2007 tax returns, as well the Congressional Ethics Committee's public disclosure form. Both Tony and Elizabeth Barr are public school teachers, Tony at Everett High School and Liz at Altoona Area Juni more

TONY WINNER FRELICH TO WORK WITH SCHOOL OF THEATRE, DANCE STUDENTS

HOUSTON, Feb. 6 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Those who saw the original stage version of "Children of a Lesser God" will never forget the Tony Award-winning performance of Phyllis Frelich as an angry hearing-and speech-impaired student who finds love with her teacher. Frelich, who is deaf, touched audiences on Broadway through her portrayal of a woman reluctant to embrace speech and equally hesitant to love someone. She will bring the energy and emotion f more

Top Steel Executives Hold Town Hall Forum In Pittsburgh Industry Safety a Top Concern

PITTSBURGH, Pa., May 13 -- The Association for Iron and Steel Technology issued the following news release: Seven leading steel industry executives took part in the AISTech 2008 Town Hall Forum, on Wednesday, May 7, to discuss industry issues as part of the Association for Iron & Steel Technology conference held in Pittsburgh last week. Panelist included: Keith E. Busse, chairman and chief executive officer, Steel Dynamics Inc.; Joseph Curtin, president and chief operating officer, Tube C more

TORONTO MARKET PLUNGES BELOW 9,000 MARK

Toronto, Oct. 28 -- (IANS) Bloodbath continued on the Toronto markets here Monday as North America's third biggest stock exchange plunged below the 9,000-mark for the first time in four years. The TSX composite index fell by 750 points to end the day at 8,537.34 as commodity prices dropped further and investors exited on the fears of the looming recession. With a fall of about 25 percent this month, the Toronto stock exchange is heading for the worst monthly decline since 1940 in its history. more

TORONTO MARKET PLUNGES BELOW 9,000 MARK

Toronto, Oct. 29 -- (IANS) Bloodbath continued on the Toronto markets here Monday as North America's third biggest stock exchange plunged below the 9,000-mark for the first time in four years. The TSX composite index fell by 750 points to end the day at 8,537.34 as commodity prices dropped further and investors exited on the fears of the looming recession. With a fall of about 25 percent this month, the Toronto stock exchange is heading for the worst monthly decline since 1940 in its history. more

TOWN AND GOWN COLLABORATION KEY TO ADAMS STATE'S SUCCESS

ALAMOSA, Colo., July 18 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Opinion by Dr. David Svaldi, president of Adams State College "Town and gown" is shorthand for the stereotyped relationship between ivory tower academics and "townies" in small college communities. The stereotype holds that residents of bucolic rural areas have little in common with the privileged students and professors at the elite private colleges in their midst - except perhaps mutual animosity. This s more

TUNXIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INVITES PUBLIC TO GALA DINNER ON OCT. 29

FARMINGTON, Conn., Oct. 21 -- Tunxis Community College issued the following news release: "Turning Points: Challenges and Opportunities" will be the topic of the Annual Gala Dinner of Tunxis Community College Foundation and Advisory Board, Inc., to be held on October 29, 7 p.m. at The Farmington Club, Farmington. Speakers will include Nicholas Perna, Ph.D., economic advisor to Webster Financial Corp.; Mickey Herbert, president & chief operating officer, ConnectiCare; and Thomas Bessette, vice more

TURN BACK TIME/ CHECK SMOKE AND CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS

SKOKIE, Ill., Oct. 28 -- The village of Skokie issued the following news release: It is time to reset your clocks! Starting this year, Daylight Savings Time officially ends on Sunday, November 2. Daylight Savings time will now regularly end in the United States on the first Sunday in November. Clocks are set back one hour at 2:00 a.m. These dates were established by the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The Skokie Fire Department also reminds residents to change the batteries in smoke and carbon more

TVA MAKES $20K GIFT TO UNIVERSITY OF NORTH ALABAMA HABITAT CHAPTER'S SOLAR-POWERED HOME

FLORENCE, Ala., Jan. 31 -- University of North Alabama issued the following news release: TVA has announced a $20,000 gift toward a solar-powered home project being spearheaded by the Habitat for Humanity chapter at the University of North Alabama. The gift is one of five -including two in the Shoals area -TVA is making in Tennessee and Alabama. "TVA is a champion of renewable energy initiatives in the Tennessee Valley. We encourage you to visit our Web site to learn more about TVA Green P more

U.S. Chamber Blitzes Senate Battleground States with Pro-Business, Pro-Jobs Voter Education Campaign

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: Making a final blitz of Senate battleground states before Election Day, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will re-launch its VoteForBusiness bus today for a five-day, 10-state campaign to educate voters about pro-business issues that will create jobs and stimulate the economy. "Because of the current state of the economy and the issues Congress could take up next year, the results of this election will hav more

U.S. Chamber Energy Institute Touts Role of South Dakota's Energy Resources

SIOUX FALLS, S.D., Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release: Stephen D. Eule, vice president for Climate and Technology at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Institute for 21st Century Energy, today addressed over 200 regional business leaders on the importance of the next administration and Congress adopting a comprehensive, long-term energy strategy. "South Dakota is a microcosm of America's diverse and abundant energy resources," Eule said at the South Dak more

U.S. ECONOMY'S WOES AREN'T OVER YET, SAYS NOTED UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ECONOMIST SMITH

HOUSTON, May 8 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: Everyone continues to fret over the national real estate bust and the soaring level of foreclosures. What worries many analysts is that the housing market's problems, coupled with soaring energy prices, will bring American families to their knees, burdened with debt and income shortfalls. This spring there have been a flurry of government initiatives to cushion the blow from the subprime mortgage debacle, but ar more

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES ANDERSON FORECAST: GLOOMY OUTLOOK FOR ORANGE COUNTY ECONOMY

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 27 -- The University of California at Los Angeles issued the following press release: The outlook for the California and Orange County economies has become more pessimistic over the last few weeks, according to the latest UCLA Anderson Forecast report for Orange County. The report was presented today in Irvine, Calif., before hundreds of leaders in the business community. According to the report, the U.S. and state economies will move in tandem over the next few y more

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LAW CENTER HOSTS SYMPOSIUM ON U.S. CLIMATE CHANGE LEGISLATION

HOUSTON, Feb. 8 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: The Environmental & Energy Law & Policy Journal (EELPJ) at the University of Houston Law Center, in conjunction with The Baker Institute at Rice University, presents: "U.S. Climate Change Legislation: The Should, The Bad, and The Maybe" Monday, Feb. 11. The all-day conference, which will be held at the Hilton UH Hotel, represents the first major legal academic examination of congressional proposals to address c more

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON WIND POWER TESTING SITE GETS GOVERNMENT GREEN LIGHT

HOUSTON, June 3 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: The University of Houston has completed an agreement with the Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to design, construct and operate a state-of-the-art wind turbine blade testing facility at Ingleside, Texas. UH will receive technical and operational assistance from NREL as well as $2 million in equipment for the Gulf Coast testing site. Construction is expected to be completed in 2 more

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON'S GLOBAL ENERGY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE BRINGS ENERGY TRADING EXPERTS TO TOWN - AGAIN

HOUSTON, Feb. 1 -- The University of Houston issued the following news release: For the sixth consecutive year, the University of Houston's Global Energy Management Institute housed at the C. T. Bauer College of Business will bring together traders, risk managers, securities analysts, investors, consultants and lawyers to discuss the changing marketplace at its Energy Trading & Marketing Conference. The event will be held March 11 at the Hilton University of Houston Hotel. The conference's more

UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS FORUM ONE OF THREE IN TENNESSEE TO FOCUS ON STATEWIDE SUSTAINABILITY PLAN

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 15 -- University of Memphis issued the following news release: The Ecological Research Center at the UofM is one of the hosts for a "Regional Forum for a Sustainable Tennessee," set for Friday and Saturday, Sept. 19 and 20, at the Fogelman Executive Center on the University of Memphis campus. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Friday will feature a seminar lead by Doug Farr, president and founder of Farr Associates Architecture and Urban Design, wh more

UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS TO AWARD DEGREES IN DUAL COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES MAY 3

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 1 -- University of Memphis issued the following news release: The University of Memphis will award an honorary doctorate to Frederick W. Smith during spring Commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 3, at FedExForum. U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen will be the featured speaker at both the morning and afternoon ceremonies, when the University will award a total of 1,650 degrees, including 36 doctorates. In a 10 a.m. ceremony, the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Communicat more

UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS TO SPOTLIGHT SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVES OCT. 7

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 8 -- University of Memphis issued the following news release: Sustainable Technologies Awareness Day will be celebrated at the University of Memphis on Tuesday, Oct. 7. The free event will be held on the Student Plaza, directly in front of the Administration Building, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The campus-wide event will encourage environmental awareness, inquiry, and activism among students, faculty, and staff. It will feature the numerous eco-friendly initiatives that h more

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA CELEBRATES RESEARCHONE

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 23 -- The University of South Florida issued the following news release: The University of South Florida shines a light on research the week of Nov. 3-7 with ResearchOne, an event showcasing USF's world-class interdisciplinary research through open house events, symposia, talks by researchers, and discussion groups from the wide variety of research endeavors at every corner of the campus and beyond. "This should be a very exciting week for the USF Community to connect wit more

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT BROWNSVILLE & TEXAS SOUTHMOST COLLEGE SUMMER BRIDGE PROGRAM HAS CLOSING CEREMONY FOR MORE THAN 300 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, July 7 -- The University of Texas System Brownsville issued the following news release: More than 300 area high school students celebrated the end of The University of Texas at Brownsville and Texas Southmost College's 2008 Intensive Dual Summer Bridge Program with a closing celebration Thursday, July 3, at Jacob Brown Auditorium. Students from throughout the Rio Grande Valley and Mathis, near Corpus Christi, took up to seven semester credit hours of college-level cour more

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HOUSTON NAMES NEW PUBLIC AFFAIRS LEADER

HOUSTON, June 26 -- The University of Texas System Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news release: Michelle Morris, a marketing and public relations specialist, has been named assistant vice president for public affairs in the Office of Institutional Advancement at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Morris, currently the vice president for university relations at Abilene Christian University, begins her new role Aug. 4. She will provide leadership more

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS NEUROLOGY CHAIR MEETS CHALLENGES IN RESEARCH, ON MOUNTAINTOPS

HOUSTON, Jan. 30 -- The University of Texas System Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news release: Off the mountain slope, renowned neurologist James Grotta, M.D., spends his time researching new treatments and saving the lives of people who have suffered a stroke. On the mountain slope, he's just another human being, fighting the bitter cold and altitude fatigue to put one foot in front of the other. The sum of the two is a man in balance, an admitted risk taker who more

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RESEARCHERS EXPLORE NEW TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR COCAINE ADDICTION

HOUSTON, May 27 -- The University of Texas System Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news release: Researchers at The University of Texas Medical School at Houston are studying a number of medications that may help restore the fragile balance of chemicals or neurotransmitters in the brain destroyed by cocaine abuse, making recovery more possible. "With chronic cocaine use, there are changes in the brain that affect neurotransmitters that are responsible for impulsivity a more

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON EVENTS FORECAST: WEEK OF NOV. 2-8

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 28 -- The University of Wisconsin issued the following news release: Got the stars in your eyes? Clear fall evenings provide great opportunities to view the night sky, and both the UW Space Place and the UW Arboretum offer events this week to do just that. These University of Wisconsin-Madison events, and more, take place during the week of Nov. 2-8. The events listed below are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. For a complete listing of upcoming events more

URANERZ ENERGY REPORTS DISPOSITION BY DIRECTOR KIRCHNER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- Uranerz Energy Corp. (urz), Casper, Wyo., has filed a Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission noting the change in the beneficial interest held by Director Gerhard F. Kirchner, Mont Nebo, Canada. On Oct. 23 the action involved disposition of 10,400 shares of stock. He now owns 305,622 shares of stock directly. more

USDA ANNOUNCES 2009 AGRICULTURAL OUTLOOK FORUM DISTINGUISHED PLENARY SPEAKERS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following press release: The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the distinguished plenary panelists for its 85th annual Agricultural Outlook Forum, "Global Agriculture & Rural America in Transition," Feb. 26-27, 2009, to be held at the Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel in Arlington, Va. Sara Wyant, President, Agri-Pulse Communications, Inc., will moderate the panel titled "Food & Energy: Expectations & Realities. more

USING WOLVES TO HUNT REPUBLICANS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- Senate Environment & Public Works Committee Republicans issued the following news release: This election season, Republicans are being hunted by wolves, and it appears that these wolves have hit the campaign trail with a targeted agenda. They are blaming high gas prices on Republicans, calling Republicans corrupt, and criticizing Republican energy policy, all at the expense of the American taxpayer and courtesy of Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund. Defenders of Wildlife more

USS NEW HAMPSHIRE JOINS FLEET

KITTERY, Maine, Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release: By Lt. Jennifer Zeldis, Fleet Public Affairs Center Atlantic USS New Hampshire (SSN 778), the Navy's newest nuclear-powered attack submarine and the fifth of the Virginia-class, was brought to life Oct. 25 during a commissioning ceremony at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Cheryl McGuinness served as the ship's sponsor, and gave the order to man the ship. "Officers and crew of the USS New Hampshire, come aboard more

VALLEY TEACHERS TAKE ENERGY COURSEWORK

ALAMOSA, Colo., June 17 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Seven San Luis Valley teachers took part in the first energy course for educators ever sponsored by the Governor's Energy Office. It was held during the annual conference of the Colorado Renewable Energy Society on June 6 in Pueblo. Course credit was offered through Adams State College. Twenty-two teachers from all over the state met at the Colorado State University - Pueblo Campus to learn how to model best more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES HOUSE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES OF APRIL 21

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 21 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following House calendar of activities: House Calendar 105th DAY OF ADJOURNED SESSION House Convenes at 10:00 A M TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR Third Reading S. 226 Installation of Photoelectric Only Smoke Alarms - 1909 S. 271 Child Support for Children with Disabilities - 1909 S. 301 Penalties for Assaulting Officer and Assault with Bodily Fluids - 1909 Favorable with Amendment H. 892 more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES HOUSE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES OF APRIL 22

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 22 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following House calendar of activities: House Calendar 106th DAY OF ADJOURNED SESSION House Convenes at 10:00 A M TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR Action Postponed Until Tuesday, April 22, 2008 Senate Proposal of Amendment H. 709 Relating to Campgrounds - 2042 Unfinished Business of Monday, April 21, 2008 Third Reading S. 226 Installation of Photoelectric Only Smoke Alarms - 2043 S. 27 more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES HOUSE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES OF APRIL 23

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 23 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following House calendar of activities: House Calendar 107th DAY OF ADJOURNED SESSION House Convenes at 1:00 P M TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR Unfinished Business of Monday, April 21, 2008 Senate Proposal of Amendment H. 884 Prekindergarten Education Programs in School District - 2175 Unfinished Business of Tuesday, April 22, 2008 Favorable with Amendment S. 114 Enhancing Mental Health more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES HOUSE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES OF APRIL 24

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 24 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following House calendar of activities: House Calendar 108th DAY OF ADJOURNED SESSION House Convenes at 10:30 A M TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR Unfinished Business of Wednesday, April 23, 2008 S. 168 Operating a Motor Vehicle Under Influence of Alcohol or Drugs - 2347 Rep. Courcelle Amendment - 2349 Rep Koch Amendment - 2349 S. 281 Relating to End-of-Life Care and Pain Management - 2349 more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES HOUSE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES OF APRIL 25

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 25 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following House calendar of activities: House Calendar 109th DAY OF ADJOURNED SESSION House Convenes at 9:30 A M TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. Unfinished Business of Thursday, April 24, 2008 Favorable with Amendment S. 357 Relating to Domestic Violence - 2549 Rep. Lippert for Judiciary Rep. Howard for Ways and Means - 2569 Rep. Heath for Appropriations - 2570 S. 364 Comprehensive Assessment VT Yankee more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES HOUSE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES OF APRIL 28

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 28 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following House calendar of activities: House Calendar 112th DAY OF ADJOURNED SESSION House Convenes at 1:00 P M TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR Third Reading S. 350 Relating to Energy Independence and Economic Prosperity - 2649 Favorable with Amendment S. 152 Prevention of Lead Poisoning in Consumer Products - 2649 Rep. Mrowicki for Human Services S. 261 Phthalates in Products for Young more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES HOUSE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES OF MAY 1

MONTPELIER, Vt., May 1 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following House calendar of activities: House Calendar 115th DAY OF ADJOURNED SESSION House Convenes at 10:00 A M TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR Third Reading S. 210 Appointment of Town School District Treasurer - 2875 S. 358 Relating to Enhanced Driver Licenses - 2875 Rep. Masland Amendment Rep. McCullough et al Amendment J.R.H. 49 Congress Adopt Emergency Bank & Homeowner Protection - 28 more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 17 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 17 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 101st DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008 S. 278 Relating to financing campaigns (VETOED) - 1483 Pending Question: Shall the bill pass, notwithstanding the refusal of the Governor to approve the bill? UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16, 2008 Third Reading H. 88 more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 18 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 18 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 102nd DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR CONSIDERATION POSTPONED UNTIL FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2008 Favorable with Proposal of Amendment H. 94 Retail sales and taxing of specialty beers - 1601 Ec. Dev., Housing & General Affairs Committee Report - 1601 UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008 S. 278 Relating to fi more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 21 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 21 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 105th DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS Page No. ACTION CALENDAR UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008 S. 278 Relating to financing campaigns (VETOED) - 1714 Pending Question: Shall the bill pass, notwithstanding the refusal of the Governor to approve the bill? UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2008 Second Reading Favora more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 22 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 22 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 106th DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR CONSIDERATION POSTPONED UNTIL TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2008 H. 432 Establishing Juneteenth National Freedom Day - 1828 PENDING QUESTION: Shall the bill be read the third time - 1828 Sen. Miller amendment - 1828 Sen. Nitka amendment - 1828 S. 278 Relating to financing campaigns (V more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 23 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 23 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 107th DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2008 Third Reading H. 700 Sale of bottles of wine at festivals - 1894 Sen. Illuzzi amendment - 1894 Second Reading Favorable with Proposal of Amendment H. 436 Misc. amend. to local election & municipal government laws - 1896 Go more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 24 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 24 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 108th DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR CONSIDERATION POSTPONED TO THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2008 Third Reading H. 700 Sale of bottles of wine at festivals - 1951 Sen. Illuzzi amendment - 1951 NEW BUSINESS Third Reading H. 619 Relating to the regulation of sexual assault nurse examiners - 1953 Favorable H. 894 more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 25 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 25 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 109th DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR CONSIDERATION POSTPONED TO THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2008 Third Reading H. 700 Sale of bottles of wine at festivals - 2026 Sen. Illuzzi amendment - 2026 UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2008 Favorable with Proposal of Amendment H. 881 Role of electric & gas utilities more

VERMONT LEGISLATURE ISSUES SENATE CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES FOR APRIL 29 BIENNIAL SESSION

MONTPELIER, Vt., April 29 -- The Vermont legislature issued the following Senate calendar of activities: Senate Calendar 113 DAY OF BIENNIAL SESSION TABLE OF CONTENTS - Page No. ACTION CALENDAR CONSIDERATION POSTPONED UNTIL TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2008 Third Reading H. 885 Consistent measurement standards for economic growth - 2290 Sen. Illuzzi amendment - 2290 Sen. Illuzzi amendment - 2290 UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2008 House Proposal of Amendment to S more

VOA NESW: SOUTH KOREAN MARKETS, CURRENCY PLUNGE ON EVE OF ASIA-EUROPE SUMMIT

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 23 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Kurt Achin South Korea is among the nations taking part in this week's Asia-Europe summit in Beijing. Even as the country's president left for the Chinese capital, the latest set of plunging market numbers lit up trading screens in Seoul. As VOA's Kurt Achin reports, South Korea is being hit especially hard by the global crisis, and hopes are high for a global solution coming out of the Beijing summit. So more

VOA NEWS: ASIAN, EUROPEAN MARKETS SHARPLY LOWER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 27 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: European stock markets are sharply lower in midday trading Monday, continuing the day's slide that began in the Asia-Pacific region. Crude oil prices are also falling, despite OPEC's decision last week to cut production targets. The CAC-40 in Paris is down more than five percent, while the DAX index in Frankfurt is off more than three percent. The Financial Times 100 index in London is down nearly four percent. (Bre more

VOA NEWS: CONSERVATIVES WIN LITHUANIAN PARLIAMENT ELECTION

BUDAPEST, Hungary, Oct. 26 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Stefan Bos Lithuania's opposition conservatives have won the country's parliamentary election, which will give Lithuania its first conservative-led government in seven years. Stefan Bos reports for VOA from Budapest. Lithuania's opposition party, the Homeland Union, hopes to capitalize on voters' fears of energy dependence on nearby Russia, at a time when the economy is slowing in the wake of the global fi more

VOA NEWS: ENERGY ISSUES HIGH ON PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES' AGENDAS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Brian Wagner Gasoline prices and dwindling oil supplies have made energy a key issue in the U.S. presidential race. Both candidates are stressing a reduction in the nation's dependence on foreign oil, especially from nations hostile to U.S. policies. Democrat Barack Obama wants more investment in alternative energy. Republican John McCain is pushing for more offshore oil drilling and nuclear energy among other ideas more

VOA NEWS: GLOBAL FINANCIAL TURMOIL TAKING TOLL ON REFUGEES, DISPLACED

GENEVA, Oct. 6 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Lisa Schlein U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees Antonio Guterres warns adverse economic, social and political trends threaten to trigger large-scale displacement if the international community neglects the world's poor. Lisa Schlein reports for VOA from the annual U.N. Refugee Conference in Geneva. U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees, Antonio Guterres, says no one can live in isolation in today's world. Globalizatio more

VOA NEWS: GLOBAL STOCKS GAIN DESPITE DIRE U.S. ECONOMIC FORECASTS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Kent Klein Stock prices closed mostly higher in Europe and Asia. Shares in New York posted strong gains for much of the day, despite gloomy news about U.S. consumer confidence. VOA's Kent Klein reports from Washington. U.S. stock market indexes soared in a late rally Tuesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied nearly 11 percent (888 points) to close at 9,064. The S&P 500 rose 10.8 percent (92 points) to clo more

VOA NEWS: MAJOR EUROPEAN MARKETS FOLLOW ASIAN LEAD, MOVE HIGHER

WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Tom Rivers Major European markets opened moderately higher, following the lead of Asian markets that posted solid gains. For VOA, Tom Rivers in London has details. European markets posted modest increases as investors took some comfort in the global efforts to prop up the international banking system. Analysts say that as financial institutions grow less wary of lending to each other it will free up credit for more

VOA NEWS: OIL PRICE DECLINE DRIVES CUTS IN 2009 NIGERIAN FEDERAL BUDGET

WASHINGTON, Oct. 20 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Howard Lesser A combination of falling prices and reduced oil exports due to Niger Delta violence have prompted Nigeria to reduce its federal budget for next year. World prices plunged below $70 a barrel last week before rebounding slightly, but have tumbled from July's $147 high. OPEC ministers plan to meet this week to cut world output. Because of the Delta violence, petroleum now brings in only 20 percent of Ni more

VOA NEWS: OIL PRICES REBOUND AS EMERGENCY OPEC MEETING NEARS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: Renewed calls by some members of the world's biggest oil cartel have sent oil prices higher. The price of crude oil for future delivery has been falling for days as investors increasing worry a global economic slowdown will drive demand downward. But oil prices shot higher, after Iran insisted OPEC, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries, cut oil production by two million barrels a day. Crude oil for futu more

VOA NEWS: RESEARCH ON 'GREEN GASOLINE' SHOWS PROMISE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Art Chimes You probably have heard about ethanol and biodiesel, liquid fuels made from plants rather than petroleum. They use a renewable resource, and burning them doesn't contribute to global warming. But can you make gasoline directly from plants? As we hear from VOA's Art Chimes, scientists are learning how to do just that. Some promising research programs suggest several ways to get gasoline out of plant mate more

VOA NEWS: RICE SAYS DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS WITH IRAN STILL BEING CONSIDERED

WASHINGTON, Oct. 5 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says the Bush administration is still considering setting up a diplomatic mission in Iran. Rice refuted an Associated Press report that the administration had decided to hand the issue to its successor. She told reporters that Washington continues to look at the idea. On a flight from India to Kazakhstan for talks on other matters, Rice called the idea interesting. She did no more

VOA NEWS: RICE: US NOT TRYING TO UNDERMINE RUSSIA IN KAZAKHSTAN

WASHINGTON, Oct. 5 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says U.S. efforts to build closer ties with Kazakhstan are not meant to undermine Russia's influence in Central Asia. Addressing reporters Sunday in the former Soviet republic, Rice said there is not a contest between Moscow and Washington for the oil-rich nation's friendship. Also at the news conference, Kazakh Foreign Minister Marat Tazhin said his country has good relations more

VOA NEWS: WHILE EUROPEAN SHARES SLIDE, BRITISH PRIME MINISTER PLEDGES TO BORROW OUT OF CRISIS

LONDON, Oct. 27 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Tom Rivers Taking their lead from Asia, the European markets are kicking off the week in another gloomy mood. Meanwhile, Britain's prime minister has been defending his plans to increase government borrowing in an effort to combat the economic downturn. For VOA, Tom Rivers in London reports. Worries about a looming global recession are again dragging European shares down. This comes on the back of big losses in Asia more

VOTE IS NEEDED ON LEGISLATION TO MAKE AMERICA MORE ENERGY INDEPENDENT

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- Rep. Michael R. Turner, R-Ohio (3rd CD), issued the following column: As consumers have gone to the gas pump this year, they have seen the dramatic consequences of America's lack of energy independence. The increase in the price of gasoline has made everything from the drive to work to the cost of groceries more expensive. Recently, I joined many of my colleagues in the House of Representatives and hundreds of citizens on the House floor to demand a vote that would chan more

WARE TO ADDRESS ADAMS STATE COLLEGE FALL GRADUATES

ALAMOSA, Colo., Dec. 10 -- Adams State College issued the following press release: Michael Ware, Adams State College class of 1969, will deliver the fall 2007 Adams State College Commencement address. The ceremony begins at 10 a.m., Saturday, December 15, in Plachy Hall. Adams State will award 233 degrees, including 91 bachelor's degrees, 129 master's degrees, and 13 associates degrees. Ware is the Chief of Staff for US Senator Larry Craig, a position he accepted in January 1997. His care more

WARREN COUNTY COMMISSION ISSUES MINUTES OF OCT. 8 MEETING

WARREN, Pa., Oct. 8 -- The Warren County Commission issued the following meeting minutes: Chairman John E. Eggleston called the meeting of the Warren County Commissioners to order with Commissioner Terry L. Hawk and Commissioner John R. Bortz, Jr. present. Staff Present: Pam Matve, Chief Clerk, and Toby Rohlin, Fiscal Director Citizens Present: Mary Schorman and Jean Walker; Hospice, Heather Wilcox, Soil Conservation District, Dutch Strand, and Brian Ferry (WTO) Approval of Minutes: more

Washington Inventors Develop Enhanced Rotary Multi-Pole Electrical Switch

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- Eric J. Graham, Justin C. Kaufman and Kevin L. Lacy, all from Bellingham, Wash., have developed a multi-pole electrical switch. According to the abstract released by U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "Implementations provide a first option of simultaneously turning on or turning off two distinctly separate and isolated electrical circuits, such as when each of two electrical devices are powered by a different energy source. Implementations provide a second option of more

WASHINGTON: Department of Energy Moves Yucca Mountain Project Forward

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 - The U.S. Department of Energy has announced it intends to prepare a "Supplement to the Final Environmental Impact Statement for a Geologic Repository for the Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel and High-Level Radioactive Waste at Yucca Mountain, Nye County, Nevada" (DOE/EIS-0250F, February 2002) (Yucca Mountain Final EIS), and the "Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement for a Geologic Repository for the Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel and High-Level Radioactive Waste a more

WATER USAGE REDUCTION AT COUNTY JAIL

ALACHUA COUNTY, Fla., Oct. 28 -- Alachua County issued the following news release: Alachua County Facilities in conjunction with Florida Power and Light Energy Services (FPLES) and in cooperation with The Alachua County Sheriff''s Department, recently completed the installation of an ICON Water Reduction System at the Alachua County Jail. The water reduction project was initiated when the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners adopted a County wide Energy Reduction and Water Conservatio more

Waukon High School Gets An A+ For Its Focus On 'Green' Building

WAUKON, Iowa, Sept. 30 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: When Allamakee Community Schools made the decision to add onto its existing high school, Alliant Energy was invited into the design process to help evaluate how energy efficiency could be optimized within the building. To reward the energy savings that resulted, Alliant Energy will present Waukon High School with an incentive check for $57,717 on Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. "Waukon should be proud of more

Waxman is Public Health Legislator of the Year

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 26 -- The American Public Health Association issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif., is the American Public Health Association's (APHA's ) 2008 Distinguished Legislator of the Year and was honored at APHA's 136th Annual Meeting & Exposition. The award is presented annually to legislators serving at the federal, state and local levels who have made significant contributions to advancing legislation for public health priorities. Waxman has shown e more

We Dig Your District Event Planned At Cleveland Elementary School

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 29 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Cedar Rapids citizens are invited to get into the energy-efficiency groove by planting trees at a special We Dig Your District event to be held at Cleveland Elementary School, 2200 First Avenue NW, at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, November 3. Alliant Energy's support of We Dig Your District is another way the company is improving our environment. We Dig Your District is a partnership between Alliant Energy, Trees Fore more

We Dig Your District Event Planned At Regis Middle School

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Oct. 8 -- Alliant Energy issued the following news release: Cedar Rapids citizens are invited to get into the energy-efficiency groove by planting trees during a special We Dig Your District event at Regis Middle School, 735 Prairie Drive NE, at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 17. We Dig Your District is a partnership between Alliant Energy, Trees Forever, and local organizations. Trees are planted in each of the five Cedar Rapids City Council districts to demonstrate how more

We Energies Submits Application For Columbia County Wind Project

MILWAUKEE, Oct. 27 -- We Energies issued the following news release: We Energies filed an application today with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) for authorization to build the Glacier Hills Wind Park. The proposed wind park would be located in the towns of Randolph and Scott in northeast Columbia County - approximately 45 miles northeast of Madison. Current plans call for the project to consist of up to 90 wind turbines that would generate as much as 207 megawatts of ele more

WEBCAST WEDNESDAY ON 'GLOBAL WARMING: THE 2 PERCENT SOLUTION'

BRISTOL, Tenn., Jan. 28 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: On Wednesday (Jan. 30), East Tennessee State University will participate in an interactive webcast, "Global Warming: The 2 Percent Solution," at 8 p.m. in the Brown Hall auditorium. The live program is produced with the support of the National Wildlife Federation and features Stanford University climate scientist Stephen Schneider, sustainability expert Hunter Lovins, and green jobs pioneer Van Jo more

WEEKEND ROUNDUP

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- Rep. Dan L. Burton, R-Ind. (5th CD), issued the following blog entry: This week's Energy Jolt was about Flex fuel Vehicles (FFVs). FFVs are designed to run on gasoline or a blend of up to 85thanol (E85). These cars and trucks have the same power, acceleration, payload, and cruise speed as conventionally fueled vehicles. Maintenance for ethanol-fueled vehicles is very similar to that of regular cars and trucks. Much of the increased interest in ethanol as a vehicle fuel more

WEEKLY ROUNDUP

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Rep. Dan L. Burton, R-Ind. (5th CD), issued the following blog entry: In The Blog: This week's Energy Jolt talked about a project underway in Indiana that would generate a total of 750 megawatts (MW) of wind energy at Fowler Ridge Wind Farm. This is a very exciting project and once operational, will be one of the largest wind power facilities in the world and will generate enough electricity to power more than 200,000 homes. The Pork Platter was peppered with fr more

West Virginia Inventors Develop Heat Recirculating Cooler

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 29 -- George A. Richards and David A. Berry, both o f Morgantown, W.Va, have developed a method of fluid stream pollutant removal. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A process by which heat is removed from a reactant fluid to reach the operating temperature of a known pollutant removal method and said heat is recirculated to raise the temperature of the product fluid. The process can be utilized whenever an intermediate step react more

WHITE HOUSE CONDUCTS PRESS BRIEFING, OCT. 29

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 -- The White House released the text of the following press briefing: 11:08 A.M. EDT MS. PERINO: Hi, everybody. A couple of announcements for you. Right now the President is meeting with the President of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masoud Barzani. And I'm sure they will discuss political, economic and security progress in Iraq, as well as improving governance and the importance of all the parties and the regions to continue working together. To that end, I w more

WILLIAM L. JENKINS FORENSIC CENTER NAMED AT ETSU

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., June 16 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: The former U.S. Congressman who helped make a state-of-the-art forensic center at East Tennessee State University's James H. Quillen College of Medicine a reality was honored today with the naming of the William L. Jenkins Forensic Center. The center serves the upper eight counties of Northeast Tennessee by providing forensic services for county coroners, medical examiners, law enforcement per more

WIND POWER PRESENTATION BY GEOGRAPHY PROFESSOR AT OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY ON NOV. 12

MACOMB, Ill., Nov. 5 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: Steve Stadler, geography professor at Oklahoma State University, will present "Geography and Wind Power " at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 12 in Morgan Hall 109 as part of Western Illinois University's geography department's Geography Awareness Week Activities. Stadler has had research grants from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and th more

WIND TURBINES SAVE ENERGY WHILE EDUCATING STUDENTS

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., Oct. 17 -- The Illinois Student Assistance Commission issued the following news release or announcement: An October 14, 2008 USA Today article reports that the 'Wind for Schools' program assists schools in obtaining small wind turbines, which can be used to provide environmentally-friendly energy while educating students about renewable energy sources. The program, which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy's Wind Powering America program at the National Renewable more

WIPO: Inventors in Japan Develop Recording Medium

GENEVA, Oct. 29 - Masato Nakaya, Tomonobu Nakayama and Masakazu Aono, all from Ibaraki, Japan, have developed a recording medium. According to an abstract posted by the World Intellectual Property Organization, the invention aims to disclose a "recording medium which utilizes such a property of a fullerene molecule that repeats polymerization and depolymerization when applied with a given energy, and which enables extremely high-density recording." The invention carries International Pate more

WIPO: Inventors in New York, New Jersey Develop Transmit Diversity Feedback Providing System

GENEVA, Oct. 30 - Haim Harel of New York, and Kenneth Kludt of Bedminster, N.J., have developed an ablation system. According to an abstract posted by the World Intellectual Property Organization, the invention relates to an "ablation system comprising a source of electrical ablation energy- having first second and third power outputs it is disclosed. A first conductor is coupled to the first power output on the source of electrical energy. A second conductor is coupled to the second power ou more

WISCONSIN PSC APPROVES CONSERVATION RATES FOR ALLOUEZ WATER UTILITY

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 22 -- The Wisconsin Public Service Commission issued following news release: The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) approved rates that encourage water usage efficiency for the Village of Allouez Water Utility. The rates reflect an overall revenue increase of 7 percent which will recover the utility's cost of providing service. The utility requested the inclining block rates to manage residential demand and to reduce peak usage associated with summertime lawn wa more

WOMAN PLEADS GUILTY TO DEFRAUDING HER OKLAHOMA EMPLOYER, IS SENTENCED TO ADDITIONAL YEAR IN PRISON

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation Oklahoma City Field Office issued the following press release: John C. Richter, United States Attorney for the Western District of Oklahoma, announced that KATHERYNE GAYLENE GUNTER, (a/k/a "K. Gunner"), 42, currently incarcerated in Ft. Worth, Texas, pled guilty late yesterday to committing mail fraud in a scheme to embezzle money from her employer. At the same hearing, Gunter was sentenced by United St more

WORLD CAN ELIMINATE FOSSIL FUEL USE BY 2090

London, Oct. 28 -- (ANI): A new study has said that the world could eliminate fossil fuel use by 2090, saving 18 trillion dollars in future fuel costs and creating a 360 billion dollars industry that provides half of the world's electricity. According to a report in New Scientist, the study was undertaken by the European Renewable Energy Council (EREC) and environmental group Greenpeace. The study is one of few reports to look in detail at how energy use would have to be overhauled to meet the more

WYOMING STATE LEGISLATURE ISSUES PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING JOINT MINERALS, BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

CHEYENNE, Wyo., Sept. 10 -- The Wyoming State Legislature issued the following public notice: Senator Grant Larson and Representative Tom Lockhart, Cochairmen, Joint Minerals, Business and Economic Development Interim Committee, have announced the Committee will meet: September 9 and 10, 2008 The Episcopal Church in Jackson Hole 170 N Glenwood St. Jackson, Wyoming Agenda (http://legisweb.state.wy.us/2008/Interim/min/MEETINGS/agd0909.htm) The purpose of this meeting is to continue more

WYOMING STATE LEGISLATURE ISSUES PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING JOINT MINERALS, BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

CHEYENNE, Wyo., Sept. 9 -- The Wyoming State Legislature issued the following public notice: Senator Grant Larson and Representative Tom Lockhart, Cochairmen, Joint Minerals, Business and Economic Development Interim Committee, have announced the Committee will meet: September 9 and 10, 2008 The Episcopal Church in Jackson Hole 170 N Glenwood St. Jackson, Wyoming Agenda The purpose of this meeting is to continue to discuss the interim topics of clean coal technologies, energy reso more

YEAR-END PLANNING RETREATS, PARTIES, AND MEETINGS: FUN, UNUSUAL LOCATIONS SPUR CREATIVITY

SEATTLE, Oct. 28 -- The city of Seattle issued the following news release: As thousands of companies embark on year-end planning retreats and year-start rallies, Seattle Parks and Recreation offers a variety of indoor meeting venues to spur creative juices-that won't break the budget. Venues offer unique opportunities for team building, including GPS treasure hunts, golf, picnics, hiking, volleyball, Frisbee golf, and more. Seattle Parks manages more than 400 park locations, of which more more

YELLOW BIKE DRIVE TO HELP PROMOTE 'GREEN' RIDES

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Sept. 22 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news release: East Tennessee State University's Yellow Bike Program allows students, faculty and staff to borrow a bicycle from the Wayne G. Basler Center for Physical Activity (CPA) for one hour or up to an entire day. This energy-efficient means of transportation lessens the need for automobile use, while offering an opportunity for exercise. The program has proven so popular that an ETSU Bike Drive wil more

YOUNG ENGINEERS LAUNCH DEVICE TO SAVE POWER

Thiruvananthapuram, Oct. 29 -- (IANS) Seven engineers, all in their mid-20s, have developed a new device that they claim will save power losses from computers and gadgets running on electricity. "The product, 'Spara', is ready and will be launched when our office at the Technopark's Technology Business Incubation opens Wednesday," said Nelvin Joseph, CEO of Artin Dynamics, the start-up firm floated by the seven engineer-entrepreneurs. Addressing reporters here Tuesday night, Joseph said his more

ZGREEN PROGRAM GROWING

ASPEN, Colo., Oct. 28 -- Pitkin County issued the following news release: The city of Aspen ZGreen Program is proud to welcome Alpine Bank and the Aspen Recreation Center as the newest certified ZGreen Businesses in Aspen. Both have made committed efforts towards greening their operations and involving their employees and customers in their environmental stewardship practices. The ZGreen program is a multi-pronged program designed to reduce the environmental footprint of Aspen's residents, more

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