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In economic crisis, 7 Arizona congressmen give out bonuses – ABC 15 News

In economic crisis, 7 Arizona congressmen give out bonuses – ABC 15 NewsPHOENIX – While dealing with the greatest economic crisis since the Great Depression, seven Arizona members of the U.S. House of Representatives granted around $300,000 in total staff … Continue reading →

Schroeder assists on two U.S. goals – Minneapolis Star Tribune

Schroeder assists on two U.S. goals – Minneapolis Star TribuneJordan Schroeder, the Gophers’ sophomore forwrad, had two assists as the U.S. team routed Latvia 12-1 on Tuesday in the World Junior Championships in Alberta. Schroeder has one goal and two … Continue reading →

‘Rome signs Formula 1 contract’ – GPUpdate.net

‘Rome signs Formula 1 contract’ – GPUpdate.netCourse planner Maurizio Flammini told Italian TV station Sky Italia a deal had been ‘done and signed’ with Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone an alternative to Monza. Monza is a Grand Prix on the … Continue reading →

Belen Jesuit state title hopes riding on a Wing T and a prayer – Miami Herald

Belen Jesuit state title hopes riding on a Wing T and a prayer – Miami HeraldB elen Jesuit and Miramar have been living the dream for four weeks during remarkable playoff runs. The Wolverines and the Patriots each take on … Continue reading →

Beshear, lawmakers say money for child welfare will be tight – Courier-Journal

Beshear, lawmakers say money for child welfare will be tight – Courier-Journal with a revenue shortfall of nearly $1 billion and still must come up with another $161 million to balance the budget. State officials have pledged to do that … Continue reading →

In WA, rich tribes benefit from stimulus money – Tacoma News Tribune

In WA, rich tribes benefit from stimulus money – Tacoma News TribuneWashington’s Indian tribes so far have been awarded more than $94 million in federal stimulus funds, an unprecedented windfall for some of the neediest communities in the state. Nationwide, … Continue reading →

In WA, rich tribes benefit from stimulus money – Tacoma News Tribune

In WA, rich tribes benefit from stimulus money – Tacoma News TribuneWashington’s Indian tribes so far have been awarded more than $94 million in federal stimulus funds, an unprecedented windfall for some of the neediest communities in the state. Nationwide, … Continue reading →

Governors Awards honors Roger Corman – Variety

Governors Awards honors Roger Corman – VarietyThe first job I had in the movie business paid $400 for four weeks’ work on location in 1974 in some of the top chicken-fighting spots in Georgia for a movie called “Cockfighter.” I … Continue reading →

Many push for change in funding system as districts keep suffering – Lansing State Journal

Many push for change in funding system as districts keep suffering – Lansing State JournalCut. The Legislature cut state aid to school districts by $165 per student earlier this month. Gov. Jennifer Granholm cut $127 more per pupil on Thursday. … Continue reading →

New Yankee Stadium doesn’t have same vibe as old Stadium – USA Today

New Yankee Stadium doesn’t have same vibe as old Stadium – USA TodayRace to the pennant: Complete postseason schedule, results. Bloggin’ baseball: USA TODAY chose a fan blogger for each playoff team to contribute to our postseason coverage. Read their … Continue reading →

Broome County to decide next month on re-allocation of sales tax money – Sun and Press

Broome County to decide next month on re-allocation of sales tax money – Sun and PressBroome County’s plan to change the way it shares its sales tax money with municipalities cleared the first hurdle Thursday with committee approval. But the … Continue reading →

State Superintendent Wants Teachers to Pay More for Insurance – ABC 33/40 News

State Superintendent Wants Teachers to Pay More for Insurance – ABC 33/40 NewsMontgomery – State schools Superintendent Joe Morton unveiled a plan Thursday to deal with budget cuts for fiscal year 2011 partly by making teachers pay more for health … Continue reading →

NFC West: Once again, injuries keeping Seahawks grounded – Seattle Post Intelligencer

NFC West: Once again, injuries keeping Seahawks grounded – Seattle Post Intelligencer(Sports Network) – It’s hard to blame members of the Seattle Seahawks for believing they’re experiencing a bad case of deja vu. An extensive rash of injuries was the … Continue reading →

Undefeated Wisconsin Badgers fly under the radar – Chicago Tribune

Undefeated Wisconsin Badgers fly under the radar – Chicago TribuneWisconsin is 5-0 with solid victories over Michigan State and Minnesota. The Badgers have the Big Ten’s top rusher ( John Clay , 116.4 yards per game) and most efficient passer … Continue reading →

N.J. short on revenue streams – Courier-Post

N.J. short on revenue streams – Courier-PostThey say you get the government you deserve, for better or for worse. Can the same be said for property taxes? Some say yes, arguing that New Jersey’s escalating property tax crisis is the … Continue reading →

Renault loses deals in wake of scandal – ESPN.com

Renault loses deals in wake of scandal – ESPN.comMADRID — Renault has lost sponsorship deals with insurance companies Mutua Madrilena and ING in the wake of the Formula One team’s race-fixing scandal. Spanish company Mutua Madrilena said in a statement … Continue reading →

Calif. bans high-emission paint thinners, solvents – KTUU

Calif. bans high-emission paint thinners, solvents – KTUUSACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) – California air regulators approved strict regulations Thursday for aerosol air fresheners, paint thinners and solvents as a way to lessen smog-forming emissions and reduce a health threat. The state … Continue reading →

Breast-feeding a burden for Shanghai working moms – Xinhua News Agency

Breast-feeding a burden for Shanghai working moms – Xinhua News AgencyBEIJING, Sept. 21 — Qian Tingting leaves her 4-month-old girl at home when she goes to work, but this doesn’t mean she stops doing her motherly duty. The Shanghai woman … Continue reading →