Progress made on school goals Oct 10, 2008
Exploring and developing for possible adoption initiatives that enhance student learning and foster successful academic achievements by. Working with administrators to identify additional objective data that can be used to measure student success over time and. (Hingham Journal, MA)
11-1 Laragh dominates Jessamine for Cup berth Oct 10, 2008
Anna Morgan Ford, who has overseen the training and adoption of more than 1,500 retired racehorses in Ohio, will be at Keeneland on Saturday and Sunday to sign copies of her new book, "Beyond the Track: Retraining the Thoroughbred from Racehorse to Riding Horse.". BREEDERS' CUP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Purr-fectly 'Green' Cat Care Tips Oct 10, 2008
Overcrowding at animal adoption centers strains resources. You can help ease the problem - and possibly save an animal's life - by adopting from a shelter rather than buying a cat from a pet store or breeder. (Pekin Times, IL)
Pet of the Week Oct 10, 2008
This 12-week-old female kitten is available for adoption at the Veterinary Treatment Facility ... Several family-friendly pets are available for adoption at the VTF. Every pet adopted will be vaccinated, microchipped, fecal checked, and heartworm or feline leukemia tested ... Adoption fees vary according to the needs of the pet. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Oct 10, 2008
Information about the adoption of fingerprint scans by theme parks to monitor the use of passes held by guest as young as 10 years of age to enter and exit their facilities. Computer architecture that presents new benefits and serious privacy risks for users. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
First U.S. Uterus Transplant Planned Oct 10, 2008
Several experts said the plans highlight the unique status that childbearing holds in the United States and elsewhere, and the lengths to which some women will go to experience it, even with the availability of such options as adoption and surrogacy. "I'm not convinced that science and medicine and society as a whole should be putting so much emphasis on having this particular nine-month experience," said Adrienne Asch, who studies family life at Yeshiva University. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
All residents can benefit from the Health Fair next Wednesday Oct 10, 2008
Not surprising, considering that this year's fair, to be held on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gateway's Fireside Room and Peacock Hall, will house 45 exhibitors ranging from the American Cancer Society to the Lions Blind Center with the newest exhibit being the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) who will have pets ready for adoption. Most people know the benefits of having an animal as a pet, said Tudor. (Walnut Creek Rossmoor News, CA)
New International Building Codes Address Fire Safety And Evacuation Issues For Tall Structures Oct 10, 2008
Explicit adoption of the "structural frame" approach to fire resistance ratings that requires all members of the primary structural frame to have the higher fire resistance rating commonly required for columns. The primary structural frame includes the columns; other structural members including the girders, beams, trusses and spandrels having direct connections to the columns; and bracing members designed to carry gravity loads. (Science Daily)
Method Of Predicting Clear Air Turbulence Could Make Flights Smoother In The Future Oct 10, 2008
He added that adoption of the new method could potentially create "major improvements in CAT forecasting." Thousands of passengers who are fearful of "things that go bump in the flight" hope he's correct. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Bailout role elevates U.S. official Oct 10, 2008
Among other things, he has focused on working with American banks toward adoption of a less-risky system of mortgage-based bonds that is popular in Europe. And he moved to a larger office, with room for sofas and photos of his favorite ski slopes around Lake Tahoe. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Puppy mill - over 100 dogs seized Oct 10, 2008
The rescued dogs will be cared for by K9 Pet Rescue volunteers for at least two weeks, after which they'll be available for adoption if the court does not return them to their owner ... The dogs are up for adoption. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Obama's 1/2 hour of airtime Oct 10, 2008
Make permanent the $5,000 adoption tax credit and provide $1 billion over five years to increase the credit to $10,000. Grant a complete tax exemption for prepaid or college tuition savings plans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Alpine debates donation issue Oct 10, 2008
In the wake of last week s adoption of a balanced budget, council members also were wary about donating money that may not be in the bank, asking Gallery Night/ArtWalk officials Keri Artzt and John Green detailed questions about their request for 15,000 to help advertise next month s event. Artzt and Green were emphatic that any hotel/motel tax money ArtWalk received from the city would not be spent on local advertising something Councilman Gerald Raun was emphatic about. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Adoption in South Korea Oct 10, 2008
South Korea aims to end stigma of adoption - International Herald Tribune ... South Korea aims to end stigma of adoption ... Daunted by the stigma surrounding adoption here, Cho Joong-bae and Kim In-soon delayed expanding their family for years. (International Herald Tribune)
Tape's Changing Role in Data Protection Oct 10, 2008
Growing adoption of SSD-based technologies also takes the pressure off of magnetic hard disk drives (HDDs), enabling them to expand into new roles and uses, some of which such as daily backups had been done by tape. With HDDs taking over the task of supporting daily backups, that makes magnetic tape available for other implementations. (EnterpriseStorageForum)
Nation needs to look at adoption costs Oct 10, 2008
In years past, adoption was one of the few hopes to which individuals or couples who could not have children of their own could cling. Before fertility treatments or in vitro fertilization, adoption or foster parenting were the only ways some families had the opportunity to hear the "pitter-patter" of little feet ... Unfortunately, through the years, adoption has become more and more cost-prohibitive to many families. (Chetek Alert, WI)
LDS leaders rally members for vote Oct 10, 2008
The church could also lose the ability to run social programs, like adoption agencies, if leaders hold to their religious beliefs and prohibit adoptions to homosexual couples, Cook said. In March, Catholic Charities in Boston, one of the nation s oldest adoption agencies, closed down. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Firefighters Honored at Appreciation Dinner Oct 10, 2008
R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens. Friday October 10, 2008. (R News)
Local briefs Oct 10, 2008
Fresno Co. boards OK home feeTwo Fresno County political bodies voted Thursday night to recommend adoption of a countywide fee on new construction to help fund highway projects promised under the Measure C sales tax. If the fee is adopted by the county and its 15 cities, $1,200 would be assessed on new homes next year. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Georgetown news in brief Oct 10, 2008
Participants will receive a hydrant adoption certificate along with the sincere thanks of the Georgetown Fire Department. To adopt a hydrant, contact the Fire Department at 978-352-5757, or Lt. Matt McKay at mmckay@georgetownma. (Georgetown Record, MA)
National Dairy Animal Well-Being Initiative Releases Final Principles and Guidelines Oct 10, 2008
Adoption of the principles and guidelines is the start, not the finish. We need the entire dairy chain to be involved in that process, he said. (Agri-View, WI)
Out & About: Touch trucks and hearts and oysters Oct 10, 2008
SAFER (Seacoast Area Feline Education & Rescue, Inc.) will hold an adoption open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12 at Paws and Claws, Route 1, North Hampton ... To preview some of the kittens up for adoption, visit www. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Lowry Computer Products Selected to Deliver Passive RFID Solutions for Government Oct 10, 2008
"The Department of Defense is determined to provide the most efficient and productive distribution supply chain possible. By implementing pRFID to support the warfighter, the DoD is leading the industry through the adoption of interoperable and cost efficient technologies to meet the challenges of this complex supply chain", commented Steve Lowry, Senior Vice President of Lowry. "As a prime contractor, the Lowry team will leverage the strengths of each of its' business partners to deliver the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Unified Land Development Code nears completion Oct 10, 2008
The second reading and adoption is scheduled for the Dec. 2 commission meeting, with the code schedule to go into effect on Jan. 1, 2009. Paige Hatley, a planner with MacTec, the consulting company that helped develop the ULDC, presented the commissioners with a final draft of the code. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Felicity Huffman Desperate To Save Animals Oct 8, 2008
"Desperate Housewives" Star Encourages Pet Adoption Through "Iams Home 4 The Holidays" ... Actress Felicity Huffman talks with Julie Chen to promote pet adoptions ... One quarter of all pets up for adoption are pure breeds. (CBS News)
Misty May-Treanor Quits "Dancing" Oct 8, 2008
"Desperate Housewives" Star Encourages Pet Adoption Through "Iams Home 4 The Holidays". . (CBS News)
For director Mike Leigh, it's not all happy, or lucky Oct 8, 2008
By Harlan Jacobson, Special for USA TODAY TORONTO British writer/director Mike Leigh has made films about ordinary working-class families coping with bulimia, abortion, interracial adoption, Gilbert & Sullivan and all sorts of ordinary madness. Almost all of Leigh's 17 movies, 20 plays and many TV shows have driven right into the heart of family secrets and laid it all out on the table to let everyone start healing. (USA Today)
Dog adoption discount offered in October Oct 8, 2008
More information about animal adoptions is available by clicking. More Headline News. (FOX 11, AZ)
CWLA Cheers President Bush for Signing Child Welfare Legislation Oct 8, 2008
Oct. 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- President and CEO of the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA), Christine James Brown, today hailed President Bush's signing of the Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008, saying the passage is an important step to improving the outcome of children in foster care. "This is an historic moment for foster children and families. Not since the Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980 has this country had a bill that speaks... (PR Newswire)
Renowned Fertility Advocate Pamela Madsen Launches Blog and Website Oct 8, 2008
Among her accomplishments, Ms. Madsen: -- Founded and led the American Fertility Association (AFA) in establishing itself as the premier patient advocacy organization for education and support surrounding fertility, infertility treatments, adoption, surrogacy, and childfree living. Her work in the field has been honored by other advocacy organizations including RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association and the New York City Chapter of Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays. (PR Newswire)
Held: Council skirts real issue Oct 8, 2008
Hansen said, Columbus zoning code limits the number of people in a single-family residence to the family plus up to four additional unrelated individuals with additional stipulations for purposes of groups homes and families in the process of adoption, as a couple of examples. A family is defined as people who are related by either blood or marriage, he said. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
A Sense of Loss Oct 8, 2008
In the spring of 2003 Lillie volunteered to work with the local humane society at a pet adoption event held at Wal-Mart. This little brown dog sat in her lap most of the day, but because it did not display any particular perkiness, no one wanted it. (Thomaston Times, GA)
Economic Stabilization act full text (New version) Oct 8, 2008
The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the motion to its adoption without intervening motion. The motion shall not be debatable. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
The Democrats Can Win Oct 8, 2008
THE opinion that the United States will embrace conservatism for a long period, beginning with the election of 1948, requires the rejection of almost all the facts available and the adoption of an illogic that is stupendous ... They have compelled adoption of measures that give to all citizens of many Southern states better schools, better health services, and more adequate public welfare benefits ... President Truman has insisted repeatedly upon the adoption of a housing program; the... (The Atlantic Online)
LINDSAY POLLARD-POST: Ay, Chihuahua! Stardom spells suffering for ‘it' breeds Oct 8, 2008
com to see what homeless dogs are available for adoption at your local animal shelter. And try to have an open mind about what type of dog you're looking for - best friends come in many colors, shapes and sizes. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 7, 2008 Oct 8, 2008
The real pro-life work involves improving these statistics and promoting adoption ... Another good example is all the good that the Boy Scouts and Catholic adoption agencies do, by putting children in good homes and teaching them honesty, integrity and moral values. (North County Times)
E-Prescription Networks to Merge Oct 8, 2008
The nation's two electronic prescription networks plan to announce today that they are merging in an effort to encourage the adoption of their technology by doctors and patients. Alexandria-based SureScripts and St. Paul, Minn. (Yahoo News -- Health Care)
Women share stories of abortion Oct 8, 2008
Today, she said, she urges young women who do not want to be pregnant to give up their children for adoption. Organizers launched Informed Choice of Iowa Corp. in 2007 to bring that same message to women who might otherwise seek abortions at one of three clinics in Iowa City. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Blogging the debate: a “live” diary of last night’s town hall meeting Oct 8, 2008
wrote on Oct 8, 2008 11:19 AM:" I actually was intrigued with the bailout proposal by McCain; I think that indeed is closer to 'socialism for the poorer' and an idea worth adoption by Obama. Where the money comes from -- oh maybe the confiscation of all CEOs' 'golden parachutes'? (Ah a golden dream! After their money is uh 'nationalized' they are then sentenced to perpetual public service in the myriad soup kitchens they've been assiduously 'job creating' eh.) Otherwise it was pretty same same... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Voting to ban dog racing Oct 8, 2008
Greyhound adoption agencies have cropped up to place animals that are either injured or too old to earn money for the owners. A spirited anti-greyhound racing lobby has hundreds of volunteers that picket the tracks. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Parish finally gets improved flood maps to set elevations Oct 8, 2008
In rejecting the base flood elevation maps, the council kept the position it had in 2006, when the maps were first up for adoption. The advisory base maps were met with strong criticism from developers in St. John because the maps were riddled with inconsistencies. (L Observateur, LA)
South Koreans Are Shaken by a Celebrity Suicide Oct 8, 2008
And for women without a movie star's bankroll, there's limited public financial support available, forcing some women to place their children in orphanages for long stretches or even put them up for adoption. "There's still a negative notion about single moms," says Lee Mijeong, a fellow at the Korean Women's Development Institute. (Time.com)
Polypill pilot finally takes off Oct 8, 2008
He believes that standard versions of the multidrug pill could also be sold affordably over the counter in the developing world, where the rates of cardiovascular disease are soaring thanks to the rapid adoption of Western lifestyles. Combining more than one drug into a single tablet is not a new approach, but can present challenges for formulation, delivery and testing, particularly if many compounds are involved, says Prof Pat Guiry, who directs the Centre for Synthesis and Chemical Biology at... (Irish Times)
First Québec Summit to Conquer Stroke - When time and energy save lives Oct 7, 2008
According to Dr. Antoine Hakim, CEO and scientific director of the Canadian Stroke Network, "Adoption of a strategy on stroke integrated with prevention, active care, and rehabilitation, has proved effective elsewhere in Canada. It is high time that Qu;bec set up a system for stroke victims wherever they reside." The Heart and Stroke Foundation, a volunteer-based health charity, leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke and reducing their impact through the advancement of research and its... (Canada Newswire)
Parents extol the upside of Down syndrome children Oct 7, 2008
Whelan, 54, now oversees adoptions in Volusia and Flagler counties for Community Partnership for Children, the state-contracted foster care agency ... The Whelans also receive about $1,000 monthly adoption subsidy since the children have special needs. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Computers help docs spot breast cancer on X-rays Oct 7, 2008
That extra money helped spur the adoption of the computer checks, said Dr. Ferris M. Hall, a radiologist at Boston's Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, where computers are used. He expects more places to use them as they switch to digital images from film X-rays, which eliminates a step in the process. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
True colours of the Greens' Ronan Lee on show Oct 7, 2008
I wonder if perchance Brown who is openly gay has asked Lee's views on same-sex marriages and the adoption of children by same-sex couples. I also wonder if Brown has really thought through the consequences of this little stunt. (Courier Mail)
Tape's Changing Role in Data Protection Oct 7, 2008
Growing adoption of SSD-based technologies also takes the pressure off of magnetic hard disk drives (HDDs), enabling them to expand into new roles and uses, some of which such as daily backups had been done by tape. With HDDs taking over the task of supporting daily backups, that makes magnetic tape available for other implementations. (EnterpriseStorageForum)
NPPs Cup Of Lies Is Full -NDC Oct 7, 2008
The pilot also encouraged the full adoption of the Nkoranza pilot earlier started by the Catholic Church. NDC did this by giving a national award to the Catholic priest who began the Nkoranza project. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Kansas judge dismisses abortion charges Oct 7, 2008
But they are looking at ways to soften the hard line, such as promoting adoption and embracing parental notification requirements for minors and bans on late-term abortions ... We should be talking more about adoption as an alternative, and working with our churches to sponsor some of those adoptions, Roemer said Wednesday from his Washington office. (Yahoo News -- Abortion Rights Debate)
Groups Expect Big Début Of 'Beverly Hills Chihuahua' To Prompt Run On Pint-Size Pups Oct 7, 2008
After the adoption, workers meet with the family to make sure things are going smoothly. If the family decides the pet is not working for them, the Humane Society will take the pet back and put it up for adoption again. (News4Jax.com, FL)
A place for clean technology Oct 6, 2008
There is great enthusiasm throughout the state for taking bold action to make Massachusetts the hub for innovation and adoption of clean technologies. We must take advantage of this enthusiasm and the Commonwealth's competitive advantages to become a world leader of the green economy of the future. (Boston Globe)
The search for Spot Oct 6, 2008
The site - which was started as a homegrown nonprofit but is now owned by Discovery Communications - claims to have facilitated 12,000 pet adoptions since 1995 ... If a family in her region is interested in an adoption, Orfei talks with them and assesses the living quarters with safety in mind, then she submits a report to Petfinder ... Kohl said that people who want to find pets online should be aware that bona fide rescue groups screen pet owners, charge low adoption fees, and ensure that pets... (Boston Globe)
Caterpillar and Trimble Form New Joint Venture to Improve Customer Productivity and Lower Costs on the Construction Site Oct 6, 2008
Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to: the ability of the joint venture to integrate the expertise of Caterpillar and Trimble and create information rich worksites; the joint venture's ability to develop and provide market-leading connected worksites and compelling solutions; customer adoption and acceptance of the joint venture's solutions; the timing surrounding launch and availability of solutions; the ability to successfully establish and... (PR Newswire)
Supreme Court to decide if Maine smokers can sue Oct 6, 2008
"In the 1960s and 1970s, the FTC encouraged the adoption of complementary state enforcement mechanisms, including private rights of action for damages, which the FTC act does not provide.". Lawyers for Altria say a 1965 law, the Federal Cigarette Labeling and Advertising Act (FCLAA), reserves exclusive authority to the federal government over advertising related to smoking and health. (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Kenya: Govt Wants to Impose GMOs 'By Force' Oct 6, 2008
"This will enable Kenyans to make informed decisions and be involved in determining the pace of adoption of biotechnology in the country," he said. However, Ruto went ahead to state that Kenya will embrace GMOs, making it appear the government had launched the awareness campaign merely to state its pro-GMO stance. (allAfrica.com)
Knik landowner blocks use of Iditarod Trail Oct 6, 2008
Brenner said that since the adoption of a trails plan in 2000, 36 trails have been legally recorded so far, constituting dedicated easements of 370 miles in the borough. That represents 18 percent of the total trail mileage. (Anchorage Daily News)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Oct 6, 2008
Information about the adoption of fingerprint scans by theme parks to monitor the use of passes held by guest as young as 10 years of age to enter and exit their facilities. Computer architecture that presents new benefits and serious privacy risks for users. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
First U.S. Uterus Transplant Planned Oct 6, 2008
Several experts said the plans highlight the unique status that childbearing holds in the United States and elsewhere, and the lengths to which some women will go to experience it, even with the availability of such options as adoption and surrogacy. "I'm not convinced that science and medicine and society as a whole should be putting so much emphasis on having this particular nine-month experience," said Adrienne Asch, who studies family life at Yeshiva University. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Revolution Money piles up cash to start credit revolution Oct 6, 2008
Moussa said the low rates that Revolution Money charges merchants that accept the card are attractive and critical to merchant adoption. Merchant adoption, in turn, is key to the company s marketing strategy to consumers ... Still, there are challenges facing Revolution Money, including a declining response and adoption rate among credit cards in general. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Palliative Care Access Varies Widely In U.S., Study Says Oct 6, 2008
Whereas in 2000 only a few hospitals in the U.S. provided palliative care services, this report documents a steady overall increase in adoption of palliative care, with 52. 8% of hospitals surveyed offering services aimed at alleviating pain and suffering. (Science Daily)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: Oct. 2 Oct 6, 2008
"Massachusetts greyhound racing achieves 100 percent adoption rate." From a video indicating that the adoption rate for retired racing greyhounds is 100 percent. The ad was sponsored by opponents of Question 3, a November ballot question that would ban greyhound racing in Massachusetts. (Medfield Press, MA)
Same-sex marriage hurts many Oct 6, 2008
Christian doctors forced to perform in-vitro fertilizations for women they don't recognize as being married; evangelical wedding photographers sued for not working gay marriages; churches stripped of tax-exempt status for not allowing gay weddings in their chapels; Catholic Charities forced to provide adoption services to same-sex couples. Think these are far-fetched hypotheticals. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Berkeley-India pairing to chase energy savings Oct 6, 2008
A new collaboration between Berkeley energy experts and Indian businesses and government officials will try to speed the adoption of energy-efficient technologies and policies in India. The new Berkeley India Joint Leadership on Energy and Environment will pair researchers from UC-Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory with some of India s largest power companies and key governmental agencies in an effort to both develop and commercialize efficient and renewable energy technologies. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Interview: Reform, opening-up and China's changes in the eyes of a Gabonese Oct 6, 2008
LIBREVILLE, Oct. 5 (Xinhua) -- "The Beijing Olympic Games showcased China's unparalleled achievements since its adoption of the policy of reform and opening-up," said Norbert Mba-Ndong, a middle-aged Gabonese who used to study in China. Mba-Ndong, now in his 40s, who had studied medicine twice in China, the first time from 1983 to 1990 and the second time from 1997 to 2004, has witnessed the dramatic changes that have taken place in the country during his 14-year stay there. (Xinhuanet, China)
