Students getting free lunches at school kept anonymousThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:00PMThe growth of Ohio’s participation in the national school lunch program can be traced to more than just the economy.The percentage of students eligible for free and reduced-rate meals jumped from 33 percent of K-12 students in 2004 to nearly 42 percent in 2009. Job loss among parents undoubtedly has led to more qualifiers. But other factors include discreet systems that indicate who is in the ...
Senate Democrats, Republicans Reach Budget DealWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:27PMSenate leaders have reached a deal that would provide emergency funding for the senior nutrition program and public safety.
Senate stalemate continues over meals programWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:39AMOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A stalemate in the Oklahoma Senate over two bills needed to help fix this year’s $669 million budget shortfall could lead to furloughs of Highway Patrol troopers and state pris...
Oklahoma budget remains in deadlock over nutrition center fundsTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 10:08PMSenate Democrats and Republicans remained in a budget stalemate Tuesday over the funding of senior nutrition centers.Democrats on Monday voted against two bills that would free up cash for supplemental budget amendments to a handful of agencies to avoid furloughs. The bills did not include additional money to fund the senior nutrition program, which was cut in November.Democrats are asking for ...
Stalemate in Oklahoma Senate continues over senior meals programTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 3:12PMA stalemate in the Oklahoma Senate over two bills needed to help fix this year's $669 million budget shortfall could lead to furloughs of Highway Patrol troopers and state prison workers if it is not resolved ...
Pioneering black educators shaped futureSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:08AMOne started her career in education late in life; others felt a calling from the very beginning to reach into the lives of children. They are six of the many African-American women in Colorado who have left lasting legacies in the education system.
Steve Mandel of Lone Pine Capital Q4: Buys ACN, BAC, BAX, CISG, CVS, DIS, WFC, YUM,Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 11:57AMSteve Mandel of Lone Pine Capital is another excellent hedge fund manager who is also trained under the legendary Julian Robertson. He just reported his 4th quarter portfolio. Steve Mandel bought into a lot of high quality positions, and he was a net buyer for the quarter. Steve Mandel owns 53 stocks with a total value of $10.5 billion. These are the details of the buys and sells. Read more » »
Commerce and OPM chiefs reappointed to postsSunday, February 7, 2010 @ 8:15AMGov. Benigno R. Fitial has reappointed Commerce Secretary Michael J. Ada and Personnel Director Isidro K. Seman, who are both now serving in acting capacities until confirmed by the Senate.
Detroit Children's Museum to reopenFriday, January 29, 2010 @ 12:24AMThe Detroit Children's Museum, closed since August, will reopen in June through a partnership with the Detroit Science Center.
Amway M'sia to allocate RM4.8m in capital expenditure, says exec directorMonday, January 18, 2010 @ 9:53AMPETALING JAYA: Amway (Malaysia) Holdings Bhd's strategy to open retail outlets is yielding satisfactory results. Thus, the direct-selling group has allocated a RM4.8 million budget, including setting up three new retail outlets and upgrading its IT infrastructure.
PartiesMonday, November 30, 2009 @ 6:33AMAlthough there is such a term as a party of one, the fact is you need more than one to make a party. My definition of a party, after all, is a number of like-minded people coming together for a celebration.
School Volunteer Tapes 14-Year-Old Boys' Hands, FacesTuesday, November 10, 2009 @ 6:18AMThe parents of two boys whose hands and mouths were restrained with masking tape at school say they are livid about the way the school handled the situation.
UNICEF: Granting Hope for Broken DreamsWednesday, October 28, 2009 @ 5:38PMLesotho 28 October 2009 – It took several years for the foundations of the ambitious [Government of Lesotho, European Union and UNICEF supported] Child Grants Programme to be established, but finally its seeds are bearing fruits. With remarkable impetus, ...
Why Dr Pepper Is in the Pink of HealthThursday, October 15, 2009 @ 4:29PMFreed from Cadbury in 2008, it has been cutting costs while building up brands and sales
Kepner Middle School students minding their peas and cukesMonday, September 14, 2009 @ 11:09AMIt's always the same when adults come to schools to speak to kids, whether it's the president of the United States talking to the camera or Pueblo farmer Shane Millberger telling Kepner Middle School students about the watermelons he grew for their lunch.
A tale of two lunchesFriday, August 28, 2009 @ 2:20PMDENVER - It was the best of meals; it was the worst of meals.
Save the Music helps 2 Denver schoolsFriday, August 28, 2009 @ 2:16AMColorful musical instruments that once existed only on a mural outside Asbury Elementary School will now become a reality in the classroom, thanks to a $30,000 music-education grant.
DPS aims for delicious yet nutritious school lunchesTuesday, August 25, 2009 @ 1:51PMKUSA - With the new school year comes a new menu at Denver Public Schools. The cooks are replacing white bread with wheat, beef with turkey, and even adding options for vegetarians.
FLASHBACK Aug. 11, 1999-2003Tuesday, August 11, 2009 @ 9:07AMThe garment manufacturers and retailers named in the $1 billion class action suit filed in California asked the Central District Court Monday to transfer the case to the federal district court of the Northern Marianas, saying this venue would be more convenient for both parties.
City, schools continue summer youth programWednesday, June 17, 2009 @ 1:14AMMore than 300 sets of parents and guardians don't have to ask themselves where their little ones are this summer while at work.
ROT Rally revs up for a legendThursday, June 11, 2009 @ 5:35PMAUSTIN The 15th annual Republic of Texas Biker Rally kicks off Thursday, and many are anxiously awaiting the conclusion of the massive ROT parade with a jump from legendary daredevil Robbie Knievel.
What's HappeningWednesday, June 10, 2009 @ 11:06AMJuly 4 parade, vendor applications available Parade and vendor applications for the city's July 4 celebration are available at the Visitors Center, Senior/Community Center and online at www.cityofbenson.com, click on parade. "We challenge the community to show us what you've got, said Lisa Hamilton, chair of the Benson Mayor's 4th of July Committee. "It's only $5 to enter the parade - no ...
Grant expands DPS nutrition program to other districts.Tuesday, June 2, 2009 @ 9:59AMA nutrition program targeting Denver's low-income schools received a $1.3 million grant from the Colorado Health Foundation to expand throughout Colorado, according to an announcement Monday.
DPS Announces Summer Nutrition SitesFriday, May 29, 2009 @ 9:13AMThe Dayton Public Schools Nutrition Services Department announces the sponsorship of this year*s Summer Food Service Program for Children.
Student safety top priorityFriday, April 17, 2009 @ 1:21AMState legislative auditors are correct: The Utah State Office of Education and the state Department of Public Safety must do more to detect school employees who have criminal histories.
Cook firing should have raised flagsThursday, February 26, 2009 @ 4:16AMMontgomery mayoral candidate Willie Cook said he does not believe that voters are concerned about his being fired as an Alabama State Trooper in 1986 for soliciting sex from women in exchange for their not being arrested.
DHS biz awardsThursday, February 19, 2009 @ 1:06AMSandra Almanza's Deming High School business class has presented awards to local businesses for continued support of DHS activities. The certificates of appreciation were made by the Cat-tastic Graphic Design Program at the school.
DPS Official To Present Funding Problems To US CongressmanMonday, February 16, 2009 @ 1:53PMThe executive director of Durham Public Schools’ child nutrition services says the amount of students getting free or reduced lunches is growing, and she going to ask for federal help to pay for it.
DPS Official To Present Funding Problems To US CongressmanMonday, February 16, 2009 @ 1:49PM The executive director of Durham Public Schools' child nutrition services says the amount of students getting free or reduced lunches is growing, and she going to ask for federal help to pay for it. Executive director Nadine Blake said recently, she noticed "our numbers are tending upward" by as much as 5 percent, which means more students are participating in the program. Blake said she ...
Putting The 'Soft' In DrinksFriday, January 23, 2009 @ 5:17PM In an age of growing waistlines and shrinking budgets, the soft drink industry has lost some of its fizz.
Farm Bill complexities tackled during Ag DayMonday, January 12, 2009 @ 8:04AMThe 2008 Farm Bill has been described as a “multiplicity of confused concepts.” For good reason, said UNL Extension educator Tim Lemmons during his Hamilton County Ag Day presentation.
2008: Tully staging area huge player in Ike reliefSaturday, January 10, 2009 @ 10:47AMSpring Branch ISD’s Tully Stadium served as a Texas Emergency Operations Staging Area for first responders, and was activated twice during the 2008 hurricane season — first when Hurricane Gustav threatened the Texas coast and again for Hurricane Ike less than two weeks later.
2008: Tully staging area huge player in Ike reliefThursday, January 1, 2009 @ 2:17AMSpring Branch ISD’s Tully Stadium served as a Texas Emergency Operations Staging Area for first responders, and was activated twice during the 2008 hurricane season — first when Hurricane Gustav threatened the Texas coast and again for Hurricane Ike less than two weeks later.
Pastor fights to help homeless vetsSunday, December 21, 2008 @ 1:21PMAUSTIN This holiday season the streets of Austin will be home to hundreds of homeless veterans. One man is fighting a personal battle to bring them the light of compassion.
Bikes for Goodness Sake nonprofit pedals for smilesSunday, December 21, 2008 @ 12:21PMAUSTIN Christmas came early to hundreds of children of military families Saturday. Bikes for Goodness Sake gave children of military service men and women new bikes and helmets.
DPS: Hydroponics Pot Farm DismantledSaturday, December 20, 2008 @ 4:15AMA man accused of growing the largest hydroponics pot farm ever found in Arizona is a chemical engineer.
Police: Fake UPS Truck Was Packed With PotTuesday, December 9, 2008 @ 6:30PMAfter nearly a month-long investigation, DPS announces the seizure of a fake UPS truck packed with marijuana.
Gurus Mad About MaterialsMonday, October 20, 2008 @ 5:41PMThe best-performing online investors bank on the stumbling materials sector.
Examining the neighborhoodsTuesday, September 23, 2008 @ 2:47AMsome of the top stories from the surrounding communities.
PepsiAmericas and Snapple brew dealThursday, September 18, 2008 @ 10:00AMPepsiAmericas Inc. has inked a deal with Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc., to distribute Crush beverage products in PepsiAmericas’ territories. (PAS) (DPS)
SBISD Police lead state emergency operationsWednesday, September 17, 2008 @ 7:36PMOn Friday night at Tully Stadium, hundreds of fans adorned in their school colors gathered to watch Stratford High School face MacArthur.
Supplies at Tully were never low, officials sayWednesday, September 17, 2008 @ 12:50AMStatements made by Congressman John Culberson on Sunday regarding an immediate need for food and water at the state-run emergency operations command center at Tully Stadium were completely false, said SBISD Superintendent Duncan Klussmann.