Eligible households with a person aged 60 and above or at least one disabled person receiving services through the Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) can apply starting Dec. 1. Not all individuals will ...
source https://www.brunswickcountync.gov/lieap-2023-2024/
Thursday 30 November 2023
Wednesday 29 November 2023
Governor Kelly Announces $28.5M for High-Speed Internet Infrastructure
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that $28.5 million in grants were awarded to 12 entities through the Lasting Infrastructure and Network Connectivity (LINC) program. The LINC program provides strategic funding for crucial aspects of ...
source https://www.kansascommerce.gov/2023/11/governor-kelly-announces-28-5m-for-high-speed-internet-infrastructure/
source https://www.kansascommerce.gov/2023/11/governor-kelly-announces-28-5m-for-high-speed-internet-infrastructure/
IRS supports international efforts to fight fraud during Charity Fraud Awareness Week
Charities, regulators, agencies, law enforcement and other not-for-profit stakeholders around the world work together to raise awareness about fraud and cybercrime that affect charities. During this week of awareness, supporters actively discuss fraud and ...
source https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-supports-international-efforts-to-fight-fraud-during-charity-fraud-awareness-week
source https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-supports-international-efforts-to-fight-fraud-during-charity-fraud-awareness-week
Tuesday 28 November 2023
National Tax Security Awareness Week, Day 2: Security Summit reminds tax pros about importance of written security ...
Under updated standards set by the Federal Trade Commission, tax professionals now not only need to have a Written Information Security Plan (WISP), but they also need to use multi-factor authentication to protect taxpayer accounts and client information.
source https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/national-tax-security-awareness-week-day-2-security-summit-reminds-tax-pros-about-importance-of-written-security-plans-and-data-breach-response-special-webinar-planned-for-nov-30
source https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/national-tax-security-awareness-week-day-2-security-summit-reminds-tax-pros-about-importance-of-written-security-plans-and-data-breach-response-special-webinar-planned-for-nov-30
Monday 27 November 2023
First Taste of Snow Brings Reminder for Motorists
Windsor has received its first taste of winter, and more snow squalls are in the forecast for today, which can make driving conditions more hazardous. Drivers are reminded to adjust their speed with changing conditions and be especially careful on ...
source https://citywindsor.ca/Newsroom/Pages/First-Taste-of-Snow-Brings-Reminder-for-Motorists.aspx
source https://citywindsor.ca/Newsroom/Pages/First-Taste-of-Snow-Brings-Reminder-for-Motorists.aspx
The Holidays Have Us Thinking About FAMLI
withholding premium contributions from employee wages; · reporting wage data to the Colorado Division of Labor & Employment (CDLE) on a quarterly basis; · have the required program notice posted in the workplace; and · be registered for an employer FAMLI ...
source https://www.foley.com/insights/publications/2023/11/holidays-thinking-famli/
source https://www.foley.com/insights/publications/2023/11/holidays-thinking-famli/
CSAF, CMSAF inspire during Thanksgiving visit to BMT
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas (AFNS) --. Just ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin made his first visit to the 37th Training Wing, marking the occasion by presiding over the oath of enlistment for 756 ...
source https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3597902/csaf-cmsaf-inspire-during-thanksgiving-visit-to-bmt/
source https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3597902/csaf-cmsaf-inspire-during-thanksgiving-visit-to-bmt/
Friday 24 November 2023
Goodfellow hosts annual Thanksgiving meals
The 17th Training Wing hosted an annual Thanksgiving Meal Service event for service members and students at the Western Winds Dining Facility, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, Nov. 23. “It's a great opportunity for everyone to get out of their houses ...
source https://www.aetc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3597638/goodfellow-hosts-annual-thanksgiving-meals/
source https://www.aetc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/3597638/goodfellow-hosts-annual-thanksgiving-meals/
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Statement on the Arrest of Néstor Isidro Pérez Salas
Last month, in a meeting in Mexico City, I thanked our Mexican government and law enforcement counterparts for the extradition of Ovidio Guzman Lopez, a leader of the Sinaloa Cartel and one of more than a dozen cartel leaders we have indicted who have been ...
source https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/attorney-general-merrick-b-garland-statement-arrest-nestor-isidro-perez-salas
source https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/attorney-general-merrick-b-garland-statement-arrest-nestor-isidro-perez-salas
Thursday 23 November 2023
Joint Statement of the 2023 Caribbean-US High Level Security Cooperation Dialogue
UPHOLD our partnership through the CBSI to advance three shared goals: substantially reduce illicit trafficking, advance public safety and security, and prevent youth crime and violence in the Caribbean;. REAFFIRM the breadth of Caribbean- ...
source https://www.state.gov/joint-statement-of-the-2023-caribbean-u-s-high-level-security-cooperation-dialogue/
source https://www.state.gov/joint-statement-of-the-2023-caribbean-u-s-high-level-security-cooperation-dialogue/
Gov. Pillen & Agency Leaders Focus on Holiday and Winter Travel Resources
LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen is putting a focus on holiday and winter travel. He, along with representatives from the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) and Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), are ...
source https://governor.nebraska.gov/press/gov-pillen-agency-leaders-focus-holiday-and-winter-travel-resources
source https://governor.nebraska.gov/press/gov-pillen-agency-leaders-focus-holiday-and-winter-travel-resources
Wednesday 22 November 2023
California Increases Law Enforcement Operations Heading Into Holiday Shopping Season To Combat Organized ...
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Heading into the busy holiday shopping season, California launches organized retail crime crackdown. SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is increasing statewide efforts to combat ...
source https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/11/22/orc-holiday-blitz/
source https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/11/22/orc-holiday-blitz/
California Secures Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to Support Tropical Storm Hilary Recovery Efforts
The declaration unlocks additional Federal Emergency Management Agency funding to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in the areas of Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Riverside and Siskiyou counties affected by the storm. “President Biden continues to ...
source https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/11/22/california-secures-presidential-major-disaster-declaration-to-support-tropical-storm-hilary-recovery-efforts/
source https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/11/22/california-secures-presidential-major-disaster-declaration-to-support-tropical-storm-hilary-recovery-efforts/
Tuesday 21 November 2023
'A quiet crisis'
Evan Dribbon looks over canned food in the main location of The Pantry at JMU in Taylor Down Under. Food and other resources are regularly donated from the campus dining halls, the local Panera, the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and the Danone plant in Mt.
source https://www.jmu.edu/news/2023/11/21-food-insecurity.shtml
source https://www.jmu.edu/news/2023/11/21-food-insecurity.shtml
Perfect Score in LGBTQ+ Equality
For the third year in a row the City of Kansas City is a leader in equitable efforts for the LGBTQ+ community. The Human Rights Campaign announced the City of Kansas City received a perfect score of 100 on their Municipal Equality Index.
source https://www.kcmo.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2105/1746
source https://www.kcmo.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2105/1746
Monday 20 November 2023
Perfect Score in LGBTQ+ Equality
For the third year in a row the City of Kansas City is a leader in equitable efforts for the LGBTQ+ community. The Human Rights Campaign announced the City of Kansas City received a perfect score of 100 on their Municipal Equality Index.
source https://www.kcmo.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2105/1746
source https://www.kcmo.gov/Home/Components/News/News/2105/1746
Cybersecurity Insurance and Data Analysis Working Group Re-Envisioned to Help Drive Down Cyber Risk
To put it simply, we want to understand what “good” looks like. Our nation's critical infrastructure faces serious cyber risks, often accompanied by significant financial losses in the wake of a cyber incident.
source https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/news/cybersecurity-insurance-and-data-analysis-working-group-re-envisioned-help-drive-down-cyber-risk
source https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/news/cybersecurity-insurance-and-data-analysis-working-group-re-envisioned-help-drive-down-cyber-risk
Saturday 18 November 2023
Governor Newsom Proclaims Native American Heritage Month 2023
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring November 2023, as Native American Heritage Month. The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATION. During Native American Heritage Month, ...
source https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/11/18/governor-newsom-proclaims-native-american-heritage-month-2023/
source https://www.gov.ca.gov/2023/11/18/governor-newsom-proclaims-native-american-heritage-month-2023/
Governor Hochul and Mayor Adams Release Details for First-of-its-Kind Job and Education Hub for Growing Health ...
Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Eric Adams today unveiled the Science Park and Research Campus Kips Bay Master Plan for this first-of-its-kind life sciences career and education hub that will anchor the industry in New York.
source https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-and-mayor-adams-release-details-first-its-kind-job-and-education-hub-growing
source https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-and-mayor-adams-release-details-first-its-kind-job-and-education-hub-growing
Friday 17 November 2023
Watering Restriction Updates and Ways to Save Water in This Drought
Published on November 17, 2023. lawn-sprinkler. Watering Schedule and Rules in Clearwater. The Southwest Florida Water Management District has issued a modified Stage 1 Water Shortage for Pinellas County. Beginning, Dec. 1, 2023, the city of Clearwater ...
source https://www.myclearwater.com/News-Feed/Watering-Restriction-Updates-and-Ways-to-Save-Water-in-This-Drought
source https://www.myclearwater.com/News-Feed/Watering-Restriction-Updates-and-Ways-to-Save-Water-in-This-Drought
Sens. Moran, Hagerty Lead Colleagues in Calling on Biden Administration to Enforce Congressionally-Mandated ...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) led their colleagues in calling on President Biden to immediately enforce oil sanctions on Iran as mandated by Congress. The letter also urges the administration to ...
source https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?id=4F474B71-D297-49BF-9940-5117CEC30154
source https://www.moran.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/news-releases?id=4F474B71-D297-49BF-9940-5117CEC30154
Vanderbilt's Dr. W. Kimryn Rathmell to be appointed director of the National Cancer Institute
by John Howser. Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, MMHC, the Hugh Jackson Professor of Medicine and chair of the Department of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), will be appointed Director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
source https://news.vumc.org/2023/11/17/vanderbilt-rathmell-nci/
source https://news.vumc.org/2023/11/17/vanderbilt-rathmell-nci/
Prolonged Drought Forces Water Use Restrictions
The restriction includes all lawn and landscape irrigation use in Hillsborough County from public supply, ponds, lakes, streams, and well water. The new watering restrictions do not apply to residents who have reclaimed water for their lawn and landscape.
source https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/newsroom/2023/11/16/prolonged-drought-forces-water-use-restrictions
source https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/newsroom/2023/11/16/prolonged-drought-forces-water-use-restrictions
Thursday 16 November 2023
EPA Celebrates Two Years of Progress Under President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) marks the second year of progress in implementing President Biden's historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law with the release of the second annual report detailing the agency's ...
source https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-celebrates-two-years-progress-under-president-bidens-bipartisan-infrastructure-law
source https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-celebrates-two-years-progress-under-president-bidens-bipartisan-infrastructure-law
HHS Celebrates National Rural Health Day
“Rural Americans face unique and persistent challenges in accessing high-quality health care. Nobody should have to drive hours to see a doctor for maternal care or have to go without necessary treatment for opioid addiction,” said HHS Secretary Xavier ...
source https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/11/16/hhs-celebrates-national-rural-health-day.html
source https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/11/16/hhs-celebrates-national-rural-health-day.html
Wednesday 15 November 2023
Infrastructure Investment in the United States
Because most federal BIL funding also flows through state and local governments, we consider the history of state and local capital investment as a proxy for infrastructure investment. 3. Figure 1. Infrastructure investment has ...
source https://home.treasury.gov/news/featured-stories/infrastructure-investment-in-the-united-states
source https://home.treasury.gov/news/featured-stories/infrastructure-investment-in-the-united-states
DOH News Release – Department of Health to Host Fuel Tank Advisory Committee Meeting on November 15
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO. JOSH GREEN, M.D.. GOVERNOR. KE KIA'ĀINA. KENNETH S. FINK, MD, MGA, MPH DIRECTOR. KA LUNA HO'OKELE. FOR PLANNING PURPOSES. November 14, 2023 23-145. Department of Health to Host Fuel Tank Advisory Committee ...
source https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsroom/doh-news-release-department-of-health-to-host-fuel-tank-advisory-committee-meeting-on-november-15/
source https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsroom/doh-news-release-department-of-health-to-host-fuel-tank-advisory-committee-meeting-on-november-15/
Tuesday 14 November 2023
A look at nurse practitioners for National Nurse Practitioner Week
Although their duties vary by state, nurse practitioners in many states can work independently and provide some of the same services as physicians, including conducting physical examinations, ordering laboratory tests, prescribing medications, and ...
source https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/a-look-at-nurse-practitioners-for-national-nurse-practitioner-week.htm
source https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2023/a-look-at-nurse-practitioners-for-national-nurse-practitioner-week.htm
Seattle Mayor Harrell and San Francisco Mayor Breed Urge Congressional Leaders to Support Increased Funding to ...
37 bipartisan mayors ask Congress to support Biden Administration's efforts to prevent overdose deaths. Seattle/San Francisco, November 14, 2023 — Today, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, and 35 other U.S. mayors sent a ...
source https://harrell.seattle.gov/2023/11/14/seattle-mayor-harrell-and-san-francisco-mayor-breed-urge-congressional-leaders-to-support-increased-funding-to-combat-fentanyl-crisis/
source https://harrell.seattle.gov/2023/11/14/seattle-mayor-harrell-and-san-francisco-mayor-breed-urge-congressional-leaders-to-support-increased-funding-to-combat-fentanyl-crisis/
DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Releases Roadmap for Artificial Intelligence
“DHS has a broad leadership role in advancing the responsible use of AI and this cybersecurity roadmap is one important element of our work,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas. “The Biden ...
source https://www.dhs.gov/news/2023/11/14/dhs-cybersecurity-and-infrastructure-security-agency-releases-roadmap-ai
source https://www.dhs.gov/news/2023/11/14/dhs-cybersecurity-and-infrastructure-security-agency-releases-roadmap-ai
Fall 2023 Three-Minute Thesis Competition Final Round
The 3MT Competition asks graduate students to present their master's thesis or doctoral dissertation research to a general audience in just three minutes and with only one PowerPoint slide. This competition is one of The Graduate College's professional ...
source https://www.ncat.edu/calendar/2023/11/3mt-final-round.php
source https://www.ncat.edu/calendar/2023/11/3mt-final-round.php
Monday 13 November 2023
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Holds Workforce Hub Convening in Baltimore, Announces Commitments ...
Today, Senior Advisor to President Biden and White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu and Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su will travel to Baltimore, Maryland as the city holds its Workforce Hub convening and announces commitments to ...
source https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/11/13/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-holds-workforce-hub-convening-in-baltimore-announces-commitments-to-train-and-hire-local-residents-to-support-major-infrastructure-projects/
source https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/11/13/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-holds-workforce-hub-convening-in-baltimore-announces-commitments-to-train-and-hire-local-residents-to-support-major-infrastructure-projects/
Record Number of Ghanaians Studying in the United States – New Report Shows More than 30% Growth Over Last Year
“U.S. colleges and universities offer world-class educational opportunities and Ghanaian students in the United States are deepening the ties of friendship, family, and business between our countries. We are so happy to see Ghanaians ...
source https://gh.usembassy.gov/record-number-of-ghanaians-studying-in-the-united-states-new-report-shows-more-than-30-growth-over-last-year/
source https://gh.usembassy.gov/record-number-of-ghanaians-studying-in-the-united-states-new-report-shows-more-than-30-growth-over-last-year/
Dining halls to serve Thanksgiving dinner Wednesday
WVU Dining Services invites students to Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings from 4:30-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the dining halls. The menu will feature herb-roasted carved turkey and beef au jus, pretzel and andouille sausage stuffing, ...
source https://students.wvu.edu/try-this/2023/11/13/dining-halls-to-serve-thanksgiving-dinner-on-wednesday
source https://students.wvu.edu/try-this/2023/11/13/dining-halls-to-serve-thanksgiving-dinner-on-wednesday
Friday 10 November 2023
NC A&T's Dean Paula Groves Price Receives Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (Nov. 10, 2023) – North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University's Paula Groves Price, Ph.D., dean of the College of Education, was recently selected as a 2023 recipient of the Joseph R. Biden Lifetime Achievement ...
source https://www.ncat.edu/news/2023/11/dean-price-receives-presidential-award.php
source https://www.ncat.edu/news/2023/11/dean-price-receives-presidential-award.php
Joint Statement on Shared Digital Policy Priorities
Today, the U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade, Marisa Lago, and the Salvadoran Minister of Economy, Maria Luisa Hayem, issued the following statement on their governments' shared commitment to deepening cooperation on digital policy ...
source https://sv.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-on-shared-digital-policy-priorities/
source https://sv.usembassy.gov/joint-statement-on-shared-digital-policy-priorities/
Thursday 9 November 2023
Tuition and Fees
The cost of attending college starts with tuition and fees and includes housing, meals, books and other supplies. The amounts below represent current rates to attend the University of South Carolina Upstate. Individual costs will vary based on things ...
source https://uscupstate.edu/tuition-and-financial-aid/tuition-and-fees/
source https://uscupstate.edu/tuition-and-financial-aid/tuition-and-fees/
Street Construction News
Beginning on Monday, November 13, 2023, northbound traffic on North Minnesota Avenue will be reduced to one lane at the Benson Road intersection for pavement repairs. This work is anticipated to be completed in two weeks.
source https://www.siouxfalls.org/news/2023/11/09/street-construction-news
source https://www.siouxfalls.org/news/2023/11/09/street-construction-news
Accessibility Services Program
Lincoln University is committed to non-discrimination of students with disabilities and therefore ensures that they have equal access to higher education, programs, activities, and services in order to achieve full participation and integration into ...
source https://www.lincoln.edu/office-institutional-equity/accessibility-services-program/index.html
source https://www.lincoln.edu/office-institutional-equity/accessibility-services-program/index.html
Wednesday 8 November 2023
82nd ERQS conducts extrication training with SOMTU partners
DJIBOUTI -- A Spanish Special Operation Maritime Team Unit (SOMTU) sailor practices extrication training alongside U.S. Airmen from the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Oct. 31, 2023. The bilateral training allowed both ...
source https://www.usafe.af.mil/Units/406th-Air-Expeditionary-Wing/News-and-Articles/Display/Article/3583208/82nd-erqs-conducts-extrication-training-with-somtu-partners/
source https://www.usafe.af.mil/Units/406th-Air-Expeditionary-Wing/News-and-Articles/Display/Article/3583208/82nd-erqs-conducts-extrication-training-with-somtu-partners/
Sonoma County lands critical to removing carbon from atmosphere: Report
“Natural and working lands, including our iconic redwood forests, oak woodlands, vineyards and pasturelands, can be a powerful engine for mitigating climate change and increasing resilience to climate impacts,” said Supervisor Chris Coursey, chair of the ...
source https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/sonoma-county-lands-critical-to-removing-carbon-from-atmosphere-report
source https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/sonoma-county-lands-critical-to-removing-carbon-from-atmosphere-report
City seeks applicants for position on City Center Redevelopment Authority
November 7, 2023. The City of Vancouver is seeking applicants with real estate, construction or economic development backgrounds who are interested in supporting the growth and success of downtown Vancouver, to fill two seats on its City Center ...
source https://www.cityofvancouver.us/city-seeks-applicants-for-position-on-city-center-redevelopment-authority/
source https://www.cityofvancouver.us/city-seeks-applicants-for-position-on-city-center-redevelopment-authority/
Reminder - Game and Fish to host public meeting in Laramie
Laramie - The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is holding public meetings and has opened a comment period to gather public input on: Chapter 3, Black Bear Hunting Seasons Chapter 30, Regulation Governing Fur Dealers
source https://wgfd.wyo.gov/Regional-Offices/Laramie-Region/Laramie-Region-News/Reminder-Game-and-Fish-to-host-public-meeting-in-L
source https://wgfd.wyo.gov/Regional-Offices/Laramie-Region/Laramie-Region-News/Reminder-Game-and-Fish-to-host-public-meeting-in-L
Get Ready to Make a Difference: Wear Black, Give Back Day of Giving Starts Wednesday At Noon.
UNO Mavericks are preparing for a 24-hour fundraising journey with the goal of making a significant impact on scholarships, colleges, programs, student groups, inclusion, and wellness. The objective set before the ...
source https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-public-affairs-and-community-service/get-ready-to-make-a-difference-wear-black-give-back-day-of-giving-starts-wednesday-at-noon.php
source https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-public-affairs-and-community-service/get-ready-to-make-a-difference-wear-black-give-back-day-of-giving-starts-wednesday-at-noon.php
Monday 6 November 2023
Teaming up to beat the heat
A team of researchers, led by Theodore Lim, will use a National Science Foundation grant to work with Roanoke communities to combat the impact of rising temperatures and promote healing among those impacted by harmful urban planning practices.
source https://news.vt.edu/articles/2023/10/clahs-limplanninggrant.html
source https://news.vt.edu/articles/2023/10/clahs-limplanninggrant.html
City of Charlotte Hosts Career Fair for Veterans
The city employs veterans in various career fields throughout Charlotte. During the event, attendees will hear from the city's employee Veteran Professional Advisory Committee and how they transitioned from the military to civilian careers. “We ...
source https://www.charlottenc.gov/CS-Prep/City-News/City-of-Charlotte-Hosts-Career-Fair-for-Veterans
source https://www.charlottenc.gov/CS-Prep/City-News/City-of-Charlotte-Hosts-Career-Fair-for-Veterans
Indigenous Youth Leadership Coalition Launches with Arrival of Inaugural Cohort
In addition to participating in the White House Tribal Youth Forum, the IYLC cohort will participate in meetings with State Department officials, civil society, and U.S. Tribal leaders during their visit. These engagements will lay the ...
source https://www.state.gov/indigenous-youth-leadership-coalition-launches-with-arrival-of-inaugural-cohort/
source https://www.state.gov/indigenous-youth-leadership-coalition-launches-with-arrival-of-inaugural-cohort/
Deer hunters have already donated over 3000 meals this season
Since deer hunting season opened in early October, hunters across Massachusetts have already donated over 750 pounds of venison—the equivalent to more than 3,000 meals—through MassWildlife's Hunters Share the Harvest Program. And with over 8 weeks of ...
source https://www.mass.gov/news/deer-hunters-have-already-donated-over-3000-meals-this-season
source https://www.mass.gov/news/deer-hunters-have-already-donated-over-3000-meals-this-season
Hunters Encouraged To Participate In The DNR's Deer Donation Program
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunters to donate Wisconsin-harvested deer through the DNR's Deer Donation Program. The program helps stock food pantries for the upcoming holiday season and supports ...
source https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/newsroom/release/84731
source https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/newsroom/release/84731
Legislation will bolster public sector AI research
Stanford AI leaders gathered last week to discuss the National AI Research Resource, a program that gives academic and nonprofit researchers access to the computing power and government datasets needed to advance artificial intelligence.
source https://news.stanford.edu/report/2023/11/06/legislation-bolsters-public-ai-research-efforts/
source https://news.stanford.edu/report/2023/11/06/legislation-bolsters-public-ai-research-efforts/
WVU Foundation honors dedicated University supporters
This year's honorees include the Hayhurst family for Milan Puskar Outstanding Philanthropists, W. Marston “Marty” Becker for Outstanding Volunteer Philanthropist, the Charles Koch Foundation for Hazel Ruby McQuain Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation and ...
source https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/11/06/wvu-foundation-honors-dedicated-university-supporters
source https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/11/06/wvu-foundation-honors-dedicated-university-supporters
Sunday 5 November 2023
Five students named WVU Mountaineers of Distinction
West Virginia University has named Olivia Dowler, Sophia Flower, Rachel Johnson, Thomas Williams and Natalie Wonsettler the 2023 Mountaineers of Distinction, a Mountaineer Week tradition that recognizes exemplary academic achievement and ...
source https://students.wvu.edu/try-this/2023/11/04/five-students-named-wvu-mountaineers-of-distinction
source https://students.wvu.edu/try-this/2023/11/04/five-students-named-wvu-mountaineers-of-distinction
Saturday 4 November 2023
Motorists on Highway 21 and elsewhere should be cautious as deer and elk migrations approach
Deer and elk are on the move as they head for winter range in Southwest Idaho, including the Boise Foothills. Deer, elk and other big game animals will be crossing roads and highways in the process, which is risky to animals and motorists.
source https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/motorists-highway-21-and-elsewhere-should-be-cautious-deer-and-elk-migrations-approach
source https://idfg.idaho.gov/article/motorists-highway-21-and-elsewhere-should-be-cautious-deer-and-elk-migrations-approach
MSU celebrates first-generation students with weeklong events
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State is celebrating First-Generation Scholars Week beginning Monday [Nov. 6] with numerous events recognizing and supporting those who will become the first in their families to graduate with a college degree.
source http://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2023/11/msu-celebrates-first-generation-students-weeklong-events
source http://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2023/11/msu-celebrates-first-generation-students-weeklong-events
Australian industry learning nuclear-powered submarines in the UK
The Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon Richard Marles MP, joined the Rt Hon Grant Shapps MP, UK Secretary of State for Defence, at Rolls Royce's nuclear reactor manufacturing site in Derby where they met Australian industry personnel undertaking placement ...
source https://www.minister.defence.gov.au/media-releases/2023-11-04/australian-industry-learning-nuclear-powered-submarines-uk
source https://www.minister.defence.gov.au/media-releases/2023-11-04/australian-industry-learning-nuclear-powered-submarines-uk
Friday 3 November 2023
Governor Hochul Announces $12 Million Awarded to Engage Individuals With Complex Mental Health Needs
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the award of $12 million to develop three new Intensive and Sustained Engagement Teams to serve communities in New York City, the Hudson River region and on Long Island. Administered by the state ...
source https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-12-million-awarded-engage-individuals-complex-mental-health-needs
source https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-12-million-awarded-engage-individuals-complex-mental-health-needs
CDHS recognizes four Colorado adoptive families in celebration of National Adoption Month
Currently, there are 395 Colorado children and youth waiting to be adopted. Most children and youth who are adopted from foster care are adopted by their foster parents or a family member. “We know that ...
source https://cdhs.colorado.gov/press-release/cdhs-recognizes-four-colorado-adoptive-families-in-celebration-of-national-adoption
source https://cdhs.colorado.gov/press-release/cdhs-recognizes-four-colorado-adoptive-families-in-celebration-of-national-adoption
Keep In Touch With FEMA
LAKE MARY, Fla. – Floridians who applied for assistance from FEMA should stay in touch with the agency to update application details with any new information. Missing or outdated material could delay an application.
source https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20231031/keep-touch-fema
source https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20231031/keep-touch-fema
Thursday 2 November 2023
County, Partners Accept $7.2M Grant for Emergency Preparedness & Community Resiliency Improvements
Redwood City – A $7.2 million state grant will help the San Mateo County Event Center serve as an evacuation center and safe zone during earthquakes, fires, flooding and other disasters, state and local officials announced today.
source https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/news/county-partners-accept-72m-grant-emergency-preparedness-community-resiliency-improvements
source https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/news/county-partners-accept-72m-grant-emergency-preparedness-community-resiliency-improvements
National Academies Announce 2023 Recipients of Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science ...
These prestigious awards recognize science journalists, research scientists, and science communicators who have developed creative, original work to communicate issues and advances in science, engineering, and medicine to the general public.
source https://www.nationalacademies.org/news/2023/11/national-academies-announce-2023-recipients-of-eric-and-wendy-schmidt-awards-for-excellence-in-science-communications
source https://www.nationalacademies.org/news/2023/11/national-academies-announce-2023-recipients-of-eric-and-wendy-schmidt-awards-for-excellence-in-science-communications
Wednesday 1 November 2023
"Discover Your Own Path" and Hit the Trail During Hillsborough Hiking Spree
This year's Hiking Spree includes a kickoff hike and activities at Edward Medard Conservation Park on Saturday, Nov. 4. The Hiking Spree kickoff event will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and include guided hikes, ...
source https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/newsroom/2023/11/01/discover-your-own-path-and-hit-the-trail-during-hillsborough-hiking-spree
source https://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/en/newsroom/2023/11/01/discover-your-own-path-and-hit-the-trail-during-hillsborough-hiking-spree
Howard County Government Closings for Veterans Day Holiday on November 10th
However, regular Friday trash, recycling, yard trim and food scrap collection services will be in effect and the Alpha Ridge Landfill will be open. County parks, the Gary J. Arthur, North Laurel ...
source https://www.howardcountymd.gov/News110123
source https://www.howardcountymd.gov/News110123
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