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Nichols to host Art Institute lecturer Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:19AMDr. Margaret F. Farr, Lecturer, Department of Museum Education, The Art Institute of Chicago, will examine two different ways painters may demonstrate the link between art and literature during her talk,
Mark Goodale Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:14AMThe late 1990s were a difficult time for Reliance Mutual in the wake of the pension review but chief executive Mark Goodale says the company is making steady progress again after fundamental change in strategy. ...
Brown County average in open records compliance Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:13AMBrown County ranks in the middle of the state when it comes to complying with open records requests of public documents, according to an audit report released Wednesday.
Health habits two-sided in Brown County Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:13AMBrown County residents are living longer but arent necessarily following healthful living standards.
Times Ticker Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:11AMHeidi Joy in concert Heidi Joy will perform a concert of religious songs for the holidays at 2 p.m. on Dec. 7, at First Lutheran Church in Papillion. A free-will offering will be taken. Her annual "Holiday Joy" concert is on Dec. 1, at the Holland Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Omaha.
The hidden and marginalised Malay Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:10AMThey’re the kind of Malays the rest of Malaysia wishes to ignore. They are the Injecting Drug Users (IDUs), sex workers and transsexuals, the dregs of society at the lowest rung of the economic ladder.
Some Abortion Foes Shift Focus Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 10:27PMUnsuccessful legal fights lead to efforts designed to encourage women to continue their pregnancies.
Steering committee looking into new wellness center work Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 10:16PMThe Clovis Wellness Center steering committee is looking into bids for the aerobics and entrance portions of the center, which is planned in the spot formerly occupied by the now-demolished Play, Inc. building.
Queen Sofia Unamused by a Book Quoting Her Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 10:08PMA new book, ?The Queen Up Close,? has given Spaniards an uncomfortably close look at their queen?s conservative views.
Hunt to be offered 4-year contract Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 10:23AMLUMBERTON — The Robesonian has learned that schools Superintendent Johnny Hunt will be offered a four-year contract and pay raise during Monday’s school board meeting.
Manuel: World economies may suffer for years Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 10:20AMThe impact of the global financial crisis will not disappear soon and may be felt by world economies for years to come, Finance Minister Trevor Manuel said on Monday.
The Future of Repositories? Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 10:20AMOver the past few years, repositories have been created as a product intended to foster dissemination of scholarly works, a shared objective for most academic institutions.
Ministers told to come clean about Haringey Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 6:13PM Ministers were last night under pressure to disclose the full details of their response to a whistleblower who raised grave concerns about child protection in Haringey just months before the violent death of Baby P.
IN BRIEF Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 6:10PMThree chapters of Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) will come together under sponsorship from Keep Off Ponds Sensibly (KOPS) Honor Society for the "Toys for Tots" fun day at 10 a.m. Nov. 15 at First Southern Baptist Church, corner of Fehrs Way and Highway 160.
Be a ‘loser’ to become biggest winner! Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 6:10PMRIYADH: Though Haya and her younger sister walk at the King Abdullah wallboard with their iPods, they still feel overweight. Now they have decided to do something more about it, and they are weighing several options after a reality show offered them ways to become a “big loser” of the extra weight.
Low voter turnout marks IIS Dammam elections Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 6:09PMDAMMAM: Mohammad Asghar Khan emerged the leading candidate in the rather low-key school management committee elections held in IIS Dammam on Thursday under the supervision of the Indian Embassy and Ministry of Education officials.
Obama weighs Hillary Clinton as secretary of state Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 6:02PMFri, Nov 14, 2008 (3:39 p.m.)
News On racial issues Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 4:09AMThe Paris Chapter NAACP and the Ministerial Alliance have issued a joint statement to reassure the community. Citizen forum brings up political brush fire A simmering turf war involving fire marshal Vance Woodard and building inspector Jason Browning is being addressed “as we speak,” Mayor Jesse Freelen says.
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A principal fired, a campus on thin ice Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 4:08AMThu, Nov 13, 2008 (2 a.m.) In the past year, education officials have become increasingly concerned about the management of the North Las Vegas charter school 100 Academy of Excellence. The issues have ranged from a lack of qualified to teachers to poor student performance and shoddy bookkeeping.
Current issue: Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 4:08AMWhile Unity technically may be known for its diversity, students on campus know Unity for housing mostly students of color.
Philanthropists discuss potential nonprofit center Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 4:06AMSurveying a room of about 125 Centre County philanthropists at a dinner designed to foster interest in a new community center, Gary Yazwa asked how many in the group donated to only one charity.
Current issue: Thursday, November 13, 2008 @ 4:06AMWith her light skin and hazel eyes, most people think Cheryl Brown is white. But she considers herself black. Brown has spent her life studying what it means to have a biracial identity judged or misunderstood.
Exchange of music Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 11:02AMThe RegiON! Music Conference, hosted by Budapest in October aims to connect east and west.
Rep.-elect Lewis looks ahead Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 11:00AM The hard work for Jason Lewis begins now.
Pa. teachers urged to improve knowledge of courts Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 10:57AMDozens of Pennsylvania school teachers are getting a lesson at the state Capitol in the role of the judiciary.
ANSI Announces Course Offerings for December 2008 Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 10:55AMIn a continuing effort to promote education in the standards and conformity assessment community, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has announced that it will host several courses in December 2008.
Celebrate World Peace Week Wednesday, November 12, 2008 @ 10:51AMThe YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is teaming up with other YMCAs across Canada to inspire and empower youth and adults to make a positive impact in the world, especially during the week of Nov. 15 to 22.
CA State Budget Cuts are Impacting Basic School Programs, Services Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 4:20PMLocal PTAs in California are being asked to raise millions of dollars to backfill programs and services in the face of massive budget cuts to schools.
JapanToday: Japan News and Discussion ジャパントゥデイ:日本のニュースを英語で読む Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 4:12PMWith the economy in a downward spiral, U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan and the nation under threat from terrorists, President George W Bush pledged Saturday to make a smooth transition to an Obama administration a top priority for the rest of his days in office.
Muslim clerics endorse fatwa against terrorism Saturday, November 8, 2008 @ 4:03PMHYDERABAD: Top Muslim clerics yesterday endorsed a fatwa of leading institution of Islamic learning Darul Uloom Deoband declaring terrorism as un-Islamic.
The National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) Congratulates President-Elect Barack Obama on Historic ... Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 2:23PMWashington, DC (BlackNews.com) - The National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) would like to congratulate President-elect Barack Obama on his inspirational and historic win.
LOCAL POLITICS Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 2:17PMWhistler – Funding, the 2010 Games, and a strong focus on the early education of children were the top issues of the school trustees’ platforms at the all-candidates’ meeting on Saturday (Nov. 1) at Whistler Secondary.
‘A lot of weight on our shoulders’ - Premier Ed Stelmach says Alberta will be a leader in country’s economic turnaround Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 2:13PMREMO ZACCAGNA - Herald-Tribune staff In spite of a global economy that is teetering on the brink of recession, the fundamentals of Alberta’s economy [...]
KCOE may fill Delta View board positions Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 2:13PMLess than 44 months after they originally stepped in, members of the Kings County Board Of Education may again fill seats on the Delta View Joint Union School District board of trustees.
Youth promote empathy with animals Friday, November 7, 2008 @ 2:10PMFor two years, Leon Sablatura Middle School teacher Lisa Jackson has had active student participation in her Humane Society Youth Club. The club’s mission is designed to “promote empathy, responsibility and education to students about animal welfare and community leadership.”
Reid looking to remove Lieberman as committee head Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:25PM Reid looking to remove Lieberman as committee head
November 6, 2008 Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:24PMThe election of Senator Barack Obama as President of the United States creates a new opportunity for the world. For the first time, an African-American will occupy the White House, a building that was constructed in the late 18th century with the aid of African-American slave labour.
Lebanon board picks top candidate for superintendent Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:24PMLEBANON — The Lebanon School Board has narrowed its interim superintendent choices to one: George Lanning of Salem.
Lebanon High takes steps Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:23PMto boost math education By Jennifer MoodyAlbany Democrat-Herald LEBANON — After-hours tutors and more basic classes are now available to Lebanon High School students having trouble with math.
JapanToday: Japan News and Discussion ジャパントゥデイ:日本のニュースを英語で読む Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:19PMPresident George W Bush and Barack Obama on Monday will hold their first substantive talks about the daunting U.S. priorities as the transition to a Democratic administration accelerates.
Key issues: How the candidates compare Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 4:17PMFrom health to Guantánamo, the policies of John McCain and Barack Obama laid bare
Three oust incumbents to capture Lakeview board seats Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 12:38AMThree new members were elected Tuesday to the Lakeview Community Schools board of education as the incumbents in the race ... (5 comments)
Parenting prowess: Technology assists learning, adds to fears Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 12:38AMLike many parents, Mark Campbell isn’t always on the same page with his son, Tyler Campbell, and the area of technology is no exception.
D-50 seeks OK for new school Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 12:37AMHARVARD – School District 50 has asked voters eight times since 2001 for either money to pay for a new school or for increases in the education rate, and eight times, the school district has been denied.
New police chief begins duty Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 12:34AMThere are two objects on a wall that catch the eye when one walks into new Elk Grove Police Chief Robert Lehner’s office. One is a large plaque that is shaped like the state of Oregon and honors his work as police chief of Eugene, Ore.
At Our Best Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 12:32AMRueben receives Eagle Scout status Matthew Rueben, 17, earned his Eagle Scout status in the Boy Scouts of America on April 16.
No time for revelry as Dahlkemper prepares to take seat in Congress Thursday, November 6, 2008 @ 12:31AM ERIE -- While Democratic revelers at the Saga Club celebrated her election victory into the early morning yesterday, Kathy Dahlkemper sat on a folding chair behind the closed doors of an adjoining room, speaking on various cell phones handed to her by an aide.
Obama is not the change we need Monday, November 3, 2008 @ 4:09PMChange is needed, but not the kind Obama is advocating. Obama told a plumber at a weekend rally that his economic philosophy is to "spread the wealth around."
Economides joins USL staff Monday, November 3, 2008 @ 4:03PMTAMPA, FL -- United Soccer Leagues announced the addition of Chris Economides to its management team as the Senior Director, USL First Division.