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Environmental News | Science News
TVA Issues RFP for Renewable, Clean Energy Power Supply
The Tennessee Valley Authority is requesting proposals to supply up to 2,000 megawatts of power generation from renewable and clean energy sources to TVA by June 1, 2011.
Dec 3, 2008 - 12:58:28 AM
FEMA Announcements
Warning: Scam Artists Still Operating Months after Hurricane Ike
AUSTIN, Texas -- Although it has been more than two months since Hurricane Ike devastated Texas' upper Gulf Coast, residents should be aware that swindlers continue to operate throughout the disaster area, warn officials of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Texas Governor's Division of Emergency Management (GDEM).
Dec 3, 2008 - 12:47:50 AM
Announcements
Franchise Tax Board's Annual Taxpayers' Bill of Rights Hearing
The Franchise Tax Board (FTB) invites the public to attend its annual Taxpayers’ Bill of Rights hearing this week. This year’s hearing will occur as part of FTB’s Board meeting scheduled for December 4, 2008.
Dec 2, 2008 - 11:05:04 PM
Credit and Money Management
Women in Investments Conference: Save the Date
Reister for this one-day conference that will explore opportunities that CalPERS and
CalSTRS offer to women-owned investment firms and other emerging investment
managers.
Dec 2, 2008 - 10:57:37 PM
DOL | Federal OSHA | Cal-OSHA Related Information
Mervyns LLC in Default – Workers' Comp Benefits To Be Paid by SISF
Mervyns employees with workers’ compensation claims for injuries received in the period February 1, 1990, through August 28, 2004, may now contact the Tristar Risk Management Senior Claims Supervisor Juliann Ginn for assistance at 925-339-8822 ext. 1876, or e-mail her at
Julieann.ginn@tristargroup.net
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Nov 26, 2008 - 11:02:51 AM
Identity Theft
Put Identity Theft Awareness on Your Shopping List This Season
Holiday shoppers can reduce the chance of becoming an identity (ID) theft victim this year by taking some simple preventative measures, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).
Nov 25, 2008 - 12:03:38 PM
Community Alerts
Ripoff Artists Target Grandparents
Complaints are on the rise about a scam that preys on a grandparent’s love, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
Nov 25, 2008 - 11:59:00 AM
IRS Tax Tips
IRS: New Law Encourages Cash Donations for Midwest Disaster Relief
Taxpayers who make qualifying cash contributions for disaster relief efforts in the Midwest could benefit from a recently passed law that suspends the percentage-of-income limits that would normally apply when taxpayers deduct the contributions on their 2008 federal tax returns.
Nov 25, 2008 - 11:53:15 AM
Internet Telephony/ Internet Related
IRS Announces 2009 Standard Mileage Rates
The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2009 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
Nov 25, 2008 - 11:49:53 AM
Announcements
Support the Troops with Timely Holiday Mailings
If you have a loved one in the armed forces overseas, you'll want to make sure your cards and packages arrive in time for the holidays.
Nov 20, 2008 - 8:07:05 PM
Announcements
Car Shopping Tips
If you’re in the market for new, safe, fuel-efficient 2009 car, these recent reports can help guide your selection.
Nov 20, 2008 - 7:54:16 PM
Announcements
Get Ready for the Big TV Transition
The change in administrations is not the only transition rapidly approaching. The switch from analog to 100% digital TV broadcasting occurs at midnight Feb. 17, 2009
Nov 20, 2008 - 7:50:53 PM
Announcements
Bariatric Surgery:Some Pregnancy-related Complications Minimized
Women who undergo weight-loss surgery, known as bariatric surgery, and later become pregnant after losing weight may be at lower risk for pregnancy-related diabetes and high blood pressure.
Nov 20, 2008 - 12:15:25 PM
Announcements
Bob Hope Stamp: Postal Service to Honor Bob Hope with Stamp
The Postal Service is proud to immortalize the achievements of Bob Hope,” said Potter. "He was not only one of our nation’s most revered entertainers, but he was also a true American who selflessly dedicated more than half a century of his life to entertaining our men and women serving in uniform overseas - both in war and peace."
Nov 20, 2008 - 12:02:58 PM
FEMA Announcements
Children In Disasters Initiative Factsheet
Children are among those who are most vulnerable during emergences and disasters; thousands of children were displaced from their homes as a result of hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
Nov 19, 2008 - 7:36:57 PM
FEMA Announcements
It's Hoosier Winter Storm Preparedness Week
For many, a winter storm summons thoughts of time off from school or work to spend a cozy day at home reading a book or watching television, drinking hot chocolate or making a snowman. But if you're not prepared, a winter storm could replace idyllic plans with a life- threatening disaster. State and federal officials remind Hoosiers during this week of Winter Storm Preparedness to finalize their plans to meet the challenges of a potential winter storm emergency.
Nov 19, 2008 - 7:24:44 PM
Housing and Mortgage News
HUD Issues New Mortgage Rules To Help Consumers Shop For Lower Cost Home Loans
WASHINGTON - For the first time in more than 30 years, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today issued long-anticipated mortgage reforms that will help consumers to shop for the lowest cost mortgage and avoid costly and potentially harmful loan offers.
Nov 19, 2008 - 7:18:19 PM
Community Alerts
Spyware: Court Orders Halt to Sale of Spyware
When consumer victims clicked on the disguised file, the keylogger spyware silently installed in the background without the victims’ knowledge. This spyware recorded every keystroke typed on the victim’s computer (including passwords); captured images of the computer screen; and recorded Web sites visited.
Nov 19, 2008 - 7:04:03 PM
Community Alerts
244,000 GE Ovens Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The extreme heat used in the self-clean cycle can escape, if the wall oven door is removed and incorrectly re-attached by the installer or the consumer. This can pose a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Nov 18, 2008 - 7:29:57 AM
Announcements
Prayer Breaks Sought by Muslim Employees to be Instituted: EEOC Settles Claims
Prayer Breaks Sought by Muslim Employees to be Instituted; Total of $365,000 to be Paid in Two Cases
Nov 18, 2008 - 7:21:33 AM
Announcements
Fact Sheet: Visa Waiver Program Expansion
The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) enables eligible citizens or nationals of certain countries to travel to the United States for tourism or business for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa.
Nov 17, 2008 - 10:27:16 AM
Environmental News | Science News
Call for speakers for Environmental Partnership Summit
The National Environmental Partnership Summit has a call for speakers for its annual summit that will be held at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco on May 4-8. The summit will focus on pollution prevention and environmental assistance, including greening your business, research and new clean technologies, regulatory updates, resource efficiency, and community engagement success stories, with sustainability as an underlying common thread in all tracks.
Nov 17, 2008 - 10:23:27 AM
Announcements
Internet Pharmacy: Father and Son Convicted of Running Illegal Internet Pharmacy
Defendants to Forfeit a Total of $11.8 Million in Illegal Drug Proceeds. Following four weeks of trial, a federal jury in Brooklyn today returned a verdict convicting ANTONIO QUINONES, the owner and operator of illegal internet pharmacies, of illegal distribution of prescription medication, conspiracy, and money laundering.
Nov 14, 2008 - 10:00:26 AM
Job Search
California Jobs: Information for Those Hit Hard in the Economic Slowdown
We have pulled together information on jobs currently available statewide that require a variety of skills, as well as training opportunities for those of you looking to prepare for the high-growth jobs of tomorrow. Even in the midst of this economic downturn, there are numerous opportunities that you can take advantage of right now.
Nov 14, 2008 - 9:51:32 AM
Health News | Health Resources
Veteran Benefits: SAMHSA News Highlights Resources for Veterans
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released the latest issue of the Agency's newsletter that highlights activities and resources for returning veterans.
Nov 12, 2008 - 6:53:49 PM
