Charting a course against the odds Sep 14, 2008
"We're excited for her and Nick. Maureen's hard work during last year, especially with her family issues with Trent, has paid off. She's come through with flying colors," said Alison. And so has Trent. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Days Before Scandal, Interior Got Ethics Award Sep 14, 2008
Husband and half a dozen of Palin's staff pressure people left and right over family issues and there's no pressure to fire any one. No ethics issues, just some left wing Liberal media trying to distort her integrity and honesty. (Washington Post)
Sarah Zamboni clears the ice on working mothers Sep 12, 2008
But what about those family issues flattened by Sarah Zamboni. Ellen Goodman can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
'More important' Sep 11, 2008
e. family issues, Sen. Obama's ties to a religious leader and Gov. Palin's 17-year-old daughter's pregnancy). (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Report says Iowa women still face wage gap Sep 10, 2008
Linda Miller, R-Bettendorf, said employers should strive to offer their workers flexible schedules to accommodate family issues, but she cautioned that requiring businesses to provide more paid leave to employees may be a hindrance. "I don't know that you can say more paid leave, but I'm certainly supportive of more flex time," Miller said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Working women take a hard look at Palin's promise Sep 9, 2008
s Katie Paul took a look at Palin's record in Alaska on women's and family issues. The question is how often has her record backed up her rhetoric on issues of interest to families. (Anchorage Daily News)
Ending elder homelessness, one case at a time Sep 8, 2008
A lack of family support also can precipitate homelessness, and not just for geographic reasons either; many of our residents have family issues that result in long-term estrangements. Another problem is that all too often elders with chronic conditions are placed in costly nursing homes, receiving far more care than they need while losing their independence. (Boston Globe)
NHL PREVIEW: Burning questions for the Southeast Division Sep 7, 2008
Burdened by family issues and the pressures of living up to his 2001-02 Hart Trophy season, Theodore lost his job in Montreal to Cristobal Huet back in 2005-06. Three years later, his ability to at least live up to the short-term legacy of his successor in D.C. could determine whether the Capitals build on last season's surprise story or struggle to make the playoffs. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Couple out, by a nose Sep 7, 2008
Last Updated on Saturday, Sep 06, 2008 - 07:36:09 pm AKDT. News and Features for Wasilla, Alaska. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Letters from readers Sep 7, 2008
Most of us can relate to the family issues she is facing, and we can cheer her on as she continues to press forward while dealing with them. The more the media try to trash her, the more Americans will relate to Palin and rally around her, as they recognize their values and beliefs are being trashed along with hers. (Florida Times-Union)
When she earns more than he does Sep 6, 2008
To avoid one party feeling like they have the brunt of house and family issues, try independently writing lists of what needs to be taken care of, and then compare lists, suggests Baldwin. Ask yourself what were your goals before finances shifted, and have your goals or values changed. (CNN)
Metro Atlanta hockey moms: Were cute and well kick your butt Sep 6, 2008
Palin will be able to relate to women, children and family issues like no one else in history has done before. The experiences of the issues and concerns that Palin has shown to tackle on a personal level are reflected in her taking on the issues at the local and state levels. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Roundtable: Too many hardship waivers? Sep 6, 2008
Players are citing "family issues." A tight end who transferred to said it was a hardship because new coach doesn't use tight ends in his offense. basketball player Gus Gilchrist is asking for a waiver pleading ignorance, saying he didn't know the ACC had a rule that required him to lose a year of eligibility if he transferred within the conference, which he did when he went from to. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Do parents make good co-workers? Sep 5, 2008
Of course, I ve worked with parents who would not dream about involving family issues with work. Unfortunately, they are in the minority. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Opinion: Sarah Palin can have it all Sep 5, 2008
Fathers with little children or complex family issues even some who cheated on their wives have held office without having to justify their continuing careers. Yet women once again face a very different standard. (Christian Science Monitor)
Off the table? Sep 4, 2008
Or as Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama said, treat the Palin family issues as "off limits.". That seems hypocritical to me. (Anchorage Daily News)
Letters to the Editor Sep 4, 2008
Getting to know Sarah Palin, for better and for worse. Article:Getting to know Sarah Palin, for better and for worse:/c/a/2008/09/02/EDG312MN9R.DTL Article:Getting to know Sarah Palin, for better and for worse:/c/a/2008/09/02/EDG312MN9R.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Pressure Mounting For Palin's Speech Sep 4, 2008
That means reaching out to both loyal delegates at the national convention and skeptical voters in Houston who say they want to know more about the governor's personal family issues and her political views. "I want to see how she's going to handle the problems she's got in her own family right now, and the problems of the United States," Karin Schulter told KPRC Local 2. (Click2Houston, TX)
Gross a little jittery Sep 4, 2008
" Gross wrote, co-produced and directed the film. He also co-stars in a role named after his late maternal grandfather Michael Dunne, who fought with the valiant Canadian Expeditionary Force at the battle of Passchendaele in Belgium in 1917. Canada suffered 16,000 casualties -- 5,000 dead -- during the final two-week assault which helped create the legendary reputation of Canadians as fierce and efficient fighting men. Nine won the Victoria Cross for their actions there. Gross, now 49, became... (Toronto Sun)
Palin appears before adoring delegates Sep 4, 2008
She also has heard a wide range of inquiries about family issues, her policy positions and her record of public service. "Our family," she said, "has the same ups and downs as any other.". (AL.com)
Houstonians React To Palin Revelation Sep 3, 2008
HOUSTON -- Does political experience matter more than personal family issues ... University of Houston political science professor Brandon Rottinghaus said he believes Palin's family issues can be a distraction at the convention, but the Republicans can also use it to their advantage. (Click2Houston, TX)
Spotlight turns to teen father-to-be Sep 3, 2008
I wish the media would just let this story die and go away and let this family deal with their problems privately so we can all get back to our own family issues. By Peadawg. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Florida politics blog Sep 3, 2008
Palm Beach Post: Palm Beach ure Coast news, sports, entertainment, jobs, cars, homes. Palm Beach Post reporters. (The Palm Beach Post)
We know Sarah Palin Sep 3, 2008
Viv from Texas wrote on Sep 2, 2008 9:53 PM:" I am from Texas and have been researching all night your Palin as I had never heard of her before. I just had a baby myself and think she is needed at home at this time in her life. She has many family issues to deal with and her resume does not seem to indicate she has any expereince to deal with the Bin Ladens of the world. I also am concerned with her accepting the VP offer knowing her daughter's situation would get WORLDWIDE attention. ". Barbara... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
POLITICO: New Palin details may help, not hurt... Sep 2, 2008
New Palin details may help, not hurt - Charles Mahtesian - Politico. after all Todd Palin has no standing to claim executive privilege. (The Drudge Report)
Officers heading back to school Sep 2, 2008
Suffolk News Herald - Suffolk's Information and News Source. Tuesday, September 02, 2008. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Rogers' beat blog Sep 1, 2008
I think Casey Kotchman will be good at 1B. It is obvious he had some family issues along with the fact he was traded from a team with the best record in baseball to one that really had no chance to make the playoffs and that affected his play upon his arrival. I also think Jeff Francoeur will be quite a trade piece. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Monday Tip: What should Herb Pope do? Sep 1, 2008
The Aggies also believe he is dealing with some "family issues.". But the reason doesn't matter at this point. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Heaths to attend GOP convention Aug 31, 2008
Kay in Texas wrote on Aug 30, 2008 4:01 PM:" Here in Texas we have Gustav headed for us, which the Republicans are already using as an excuse to scrub their convention. Their explaination is that it's unseemly for Republicans to party in St. Paul while another disaster strikes the Gulf Coast. Logical enough. They're more concerned that Palin doesn't get to make her speech because now that the floodlights are on they know they have to drop her and pick someone else. An Eagleton redux.... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Newman chooses Trilli to be next athletic director Aug 29, 2008
Trilli, who was most recently the athletic director at , takes over for Randy Smith, who resigned a few months after taking the job to tend to family issues. Smith replaced Kevin Ulwelling, who was AD from 2005 until January of this year. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Lindsay's Getting a Stepmom! Aug 28, 2008
But although Muller, 24, has accepted his proposal, and he's not exactly keeping the nuptial news under wraps, he says he's holding off on officially announcing the engagement until "some family issues are resolved." ... Lest any conspiracy theorists think tensions with his famous daughter are the family issues in question, Lohan was quick to clarify that his cancer-stricken father's failing health is "the real reason.". (E! Online)
Notebook: Goodell calls meeting 'first step' Aug 27, 2008
I think everyone now has an even better understanding of the issues, which focus on the leagues gambling policy as it relates to ownership, our 30 percent equity rule for principal owners, and the Rooney family issues. There are also important league interests that are involved because the NFL owners are partners collectively in the NFL and our rules require that all ownership transfers be approved by three-quarters of the owners. (SteelCitySports.com)
* When to say, enough is enough Aug 26, 2008
Family issues: Will you help me talk with my children. Spiritual and psychological issues: Who can help me cope. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Regarding one-run road games and The Boss.... Aug 26, 2008
I think we should cut him some slack as he is dealing with some profound family issues now. When all is said and done, I wouldn t be surprised if Kotchman isn t at 1st for us a very long time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
No fun on Steph's undie run Aug 25, 2008
And for those wondering why Lee took time off to miss the one-day series against Bangladesh because of "family issues", but had time to front the launch of his own underwear label last week, we're told Cricket Australia wanted him to take time off because there's a long summer ahead. Coaches on move. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Slick way to save on fuel Aug 24, 2008
He was looking for ways to save money because he had two children in college and other family issues to deal with, he said. Money was going out the door "at an aggressive rate," he said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Dew Tour Skateboarding star is living the (relatively) good life Aug 23, 2008
There's been some family issues. It's kind of crazy, but it's making me skate better. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Malaysia to start flexible hours for women at work Aug 22, 2008
"We should understand the needs of women. Women look for a balance of work and life, between being a worker and a mother and wife. "We should allow women to work flexi-hours," he said. The notion of the nine-to-five routine was an old one, Najib said, adding that the workplace should not only include the concept of flexi-hours but also "teleworking", where a person can work from home. "In today's terms, it's not the number of hours that you spend in the workplace but how productive you are," he... (Xinhuanet, China)
Trinny and Susannah slide out of fashion Aug 21, 2008
Unfortunately, their assumption that they could heal serious family issues with a new wardrobe marked the apex of their hubris and the beginning of their fall from grace. Undeterred, the pair embraced a new deal to be the public face of the catalogue company Littlewoods, providing fashion advice for the home-shopping masses. (Independent)
Wachovia exec in Florida to step down Aug 21, 2008
The 61-year-old banking veteran says the elimination of his current job as regional president, combined with family issues, were factors in his decision to retire rather than taking a new position with Wachovia. Charlotte-based Wachovia (NYSE:WB) is central Florida's third-largest bank, with $4. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Documents Released In Ex-CCDC President Inquiry Aug 20, 2008
Graham resigned from her position last month citing family issues. Copyright 2008 by City Wire. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
'Equal Voice' to be heard Sept. 6 in L.A. Aug 20, 2008
Through the development of a national platform of issues of concern to families, the Equal Voice for America's Families campaign advocates to create a national platform of family issues, spark a national dialogue about the policies and attitudes that negatively impact families, ensure that families are a part of any such national discussion, build a movement of families to sustain long-term change and increase civic engagement among families. MCHC will also take a number of area youth who will... (Nogales International, AZ)
UNC study links spankers to abusers Aug 19, 2008
John Rustin, vice president of the Family Policy Council, a nonpartisan research group in Raleigh that focuses on family issues, opposed the ban and thinks there's still a place for spanking in North Carolina homes and schools. "Spanking can be administered in a loving manner to help children understand what's right and wrong," Rustin said. (News & Observer)
Connell Resigns from Dublin City Aug 16, 2008
Connell cited her more than 32 years in education plus the need to spend more time on family issues as reasons for her retirement. She has helped to care for her mother and 90-year-old father, who is a patient at the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Parents' expectations, styles can harm college students' self-esteem Aug 16, 2008
A separate study by Renk -- published this summer in the Journal of Family Issues -- is among the first to examine how parenting styles remain a strong influence on how students adjust to college. Students reported making smoother transitions to college if they have at least one parent whose style combines warmth, a demanding nature and democracy -- the same combination that is best for young children. (EurekAlert!)
Kauai Community Correctional Center encourages change Aug 15, 2008
This is a program that deals with all aspects of socialization individual issues and family issues, she said. It s not easy, but that s why it works so well. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
MOAA & USNI Host Wounded Warrior Defense Forum in D.C. Aug 13, 2008
The association promotes a strong national defense by lobbying for equitable benefits for those who serve and have served their country in military, including health care, pay, allowances, and family issues. Founded in 1873, the U. S. Naval Institute is a non-profit, non-partisan professional membership association whose threefold mission is to provide an independent forum for thoughtful dialogue on issues of national security; to support the men and women of the Armed Forces and their families;... (PR Newswire)
Willingham vague about Locker Aug 12, 2008
Willingham says Shaw will have the opportunity to return to Washington once his family issues have been resolved. Surgery for Olson. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Remote-control warriors suffer war stress too Aug 12, 2008
But, he said, It s causing some family issues, some relationship issues. It s just not something we ever had to deal with. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Probe shows Beijing attacker had family issues Aug 11, 2008
Probe: Beijing attacker distraught from family issues - 2008 Olympics - SI.com ... Probe reveals Beijing assailant was distraught from family issues. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Defying the odds Aug 9, 2008
Just the general atmosphere fast life, being exposed to a lot of things little children shouldn t be exposed to at young ages, having to deal with family issues and things of that nature, Odong said. Again, the atmosphere was kind of tough and to be able to focus in that type of atmosphere was difficult, but I just overcame through being involved in sports at a young age on. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Remote-control warriors suffer battle stress at a distance Aug 8, 2008
He said the stresses are "causing some family issues, some relationship issues." He and other Predator officers would not elaborate. But the 163d has called in a full-time chaplain and enlisted the services of psychologists and psychiatrists to help ease the mental strain on these remote-control warriors, Aimar said. (Boston Globe)
AP PhotoCapt. Charles W. Manley, commander of the 163d Maintenance Group, 163d Reconnaissance Wing, pilots a training simullllllator for the U.S. Air Force MQ-1 Predator. Aug 8, 2008
He said the stresses are causing some family issues, some relationship issues. He and other Predator officers would not elaborate. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Bulldogs camp corner: Fresno State to face UC-Davis Aug 8, 2008
He missed summer workouts because of family issues and will redshirt barring injury to other linemen. "He's the man of the house and the man of the family and felt it was in his best interest to go home and help his mom with certain things," Hill said of Cunningham. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Youngers help elders through mediation Aug 8, 2008
When I had my practice in mediation family issues, there were a lot of estate issues between older siblings and parents. Parents wanted to leave their estate equally but some didn t want it. (Danvers Herald, MA)
FALL CAMP: Rookies showing early promise Aug 7, 2008
He had family issues he wanted to address. He's made the right decision for himself and his family. (Cougfan.com)
Study: Verbal Aggression May Affect Children's Behavior Aug 6, 2008
"It's hard to tell parents how to interact with their children based on one study, but what we see here is that parents who have a propensity for being verbally aggressive have a tendency to try to direct and control their children during a play period," said Steven R. Wilson, a professor of communication who specializes in family issues. "As a result, these children were less cooperative, and not only are parents setting up situations that are challenging for them to handle, but they also are... (Science Daily)
Special Military Homecoming Highlights NMFA Partnership With Sierra Club's Military Family Outdoor Initiative Project Aug 5, 2008
For nearly 40 years, its staff and volunteers, comprised mostly of military family members, have built a reputation as the leading experts on military family issues. For more information, visit. (PR Newswire)
Lionel 'Skeeter' Key seeks School Board District 5 seat Aug 1, 2008
Key only says of his leaving, "I had some family issues and things like that and it was something we needed to do.". These days he is director of academic advising and retention for Flagler College, a job he has held since 2007. (The St. Augustine Record)
Cyclones High On Georgia Linebacker Aug 1, 2008
Due to some family issues, Kight wasn't able to take any visits this summer but that will change in the fall. "I'm looking to take my visits so that I can find the school that is best for me. I just want to find a place where I can play and get the best education.". (CycloneNation.com)
Greer prepares for surprise Jul 31, 2008
Greer is more concerned about having to train this year without a coach after Kari Ihalainen was deported because of family issues in his native Finland. "You can't watch yourself throwing," said Greer, who chose track over pro baseball coming out of high school. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Kirk's crusade Jul 27, 2008
"One of the kids had a lot of family issues. He didn't want to come down at all. He didn't want to have a bar of us, but by the third week, he'd heard Kirk was there so he came down. I asked Kirk to make him feel welcome. They were always off to the side talking. If he had any issues, I would get Kirk to pull him aside and talk to him about it. The kids listened to every word he said. We all developed a lot of respect for him.". Peter Everill is in charge of a program called Dragons Community. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Family issues Jul 27, 2008
7/27/2008 6:06:09 AMDaily Journal. Last week's release of results from Mississippi's strengthened statewide grade-and-subject-specific school tests, administered during the spring semester, and it more clearly defines what we must achieve to rank among the best in public education. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Carlisle police report missing person (43) Jul 24, 2008
Auntie wrote on Jul 23, 2008 3:48 PM:" Samson, please read my statement again, very slowly. She went to the Carlisle Police first and when she realized the officer did not write up the report, she went to the State Police. Any child missing, no matter who they are related to, should be taken seriously and a report should be written up. I do agree the 1st statement should have been completed within 24 hours no matter what family issues there are within the family. ". Samson wrote on Jul 23, 2008... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Metro area veterans to get help in Cobb Jul 24, 2008
Other services include counseling on employment, family issues and education to combat veterans and family members, as well as bereavement counseling for families of service members killed on active duty and counseling for veterans who were sexually harassed on active duty. Services are free to veterans who experienced combat during any war era. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)