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admin — Fri, 14 May 2010 22:27:18 +0000

News Briefs
Congresswoman asks for probe into disappearance

Jennifer Waters’ Consumer Confidential: Secrets to keeping your credit score high

admin — Thu, 13 May 2010 22:28:51 +0000

Jennifer Waters’ Consumer Confidential: Secrets to keeping your credit score high
A happy consequence of this Great Recession is that Americans are widely expected to be better consumers.

Bestselling books the week of 5/6/10, according to IndieBound*

admin — Tue, 11 May 2010 22:21:33 +0000

Bestselling books the week of 5/6/10, according to IndieBound*
What’s selling best in independent bookstores across America.

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U.S. Looks a Lot Like Greece: Firing Line

admin — Sun, 09 May 2010 22:26:05 +0000

U.S. Looks a Lot Like Greece: Firing Line
Greece’s problems are eerily similar to those in the U.S.

Grads have degrees, memories, lots of debt

admin — Sat, 08 May 2010 22:45:19 +0000

Grads have degrees, memories, lots of debt
Colleges and universities across the state will award degrees to thousands of graduates during commencement exercises this weekend. In addition to memories, students will take with them debt: Heavy, brand-new-car-level debt.

The Argonaut earns commendation from CNPA in Better Newspapers Contest

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 22:36:19 +0000

The Argonaut earns commendation from CNPA in Better Newspapers Contest
The Argonaut has received a commendation from the California Newspaper Publishers Association (CNPA) for an entry into the 2009 CNPA Better Newspapers Contest.

For young chief of staff, a close tie to the boss

admin — Thu, 06 May 2010 22:25:22 +0000

For young chief of staff, a close tie to the boss
Mikael Moore, the 31-year-old chief of staff for Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.), went to work for her six years ago as a bottom-rung staff assistant. He rose to become her scheduler, communications director and, finally, 2 1/2 years ago, found himself to be a logical candidate to take over as the … United States – Illinois – University of Illinois – Education – Colleges and Universities

Sh**ty Deal? Goldman Gains $549M after Grilling

admin — Wed, 05 May 2010 22:31:14 +0000

Sh**ty Deal? Goldman Gains $549M after Grilling
Investment Firm Dealt Public Relations Blow during Senate Hearing, but Shareholder’s Don’t Appear to Care

House panel passes bill on flood insurance reform

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 22:23:33 +0000

House panel passes bill on flood insurance reform
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House Financial Services Committee has passed House Resolution 5114, the Flood Insurance Reform Priorities Act of 2010, which contains provisions written by U.S. Rep. Jerry Costello that would prevent mandatory purchase requirements for flood insurance from taking effect for five years.

Letters and Comments for April 23, 2010

admin — Mon, 03 May 2010 22:26:31 +0000

Letters and Comments for April 23, 2010
I’ve had the pleasure of living in this beautiful community for 13 years, and have come to love each and every facet that makes us unique to Oregon. One of the biggest draws for me is how this area feels like family.

Congress panel backs flood insurance overhaul

admin — Sun, 02 May 2010 22:31:53 +0000

Congress panel backs flood insurance overhaul
A bill to overhaul the troubled National Flood Insurance Program, which covers more than five million homes and businesses in flood-prone areas, was approved on Tuesday by a congressional committee.

My Malignant Neighbor

admin — Sat, 01 May 2010 22:30:17 +0000

My Malignant Neighbor
Connie Davis says a constant nosebleed has plagued her ever since she moved with her family to Columbus from Tupelo when she was 10. She also complains of skin infections and rashes. Her two sons, Delvin and Darrell, started suffering from asthma soon after they were born. Delvin has it, still.

Laura W. Murphy: Dr. Dorothy Height Told Us That It’s Not a Man’s Civil Rights World

admin — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:21:33 +0000

Laura W. Murphy: Dr. Dorothy Height Told Us That It’s Not a Man’s Civil Rights World
Today, a memorial service was held for civil rights pioneer Dorothy Height. Laura Murphy, Director of the ACLU’s Washington Legislative Office, reflects upon Dr. Height’s…

DVD Review: ‘Why We Laugh’

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 22:21:36 +0000

DVD Review: ‘Why We Laugh’
This alternately hilarious and enlightening documentary is designed to pay homage to the trailblazing pioneers of Black comedians while simultaneously recounting the evolution of the art form in light of the prevailing African American political and cultural experience.

Congress panel backs U.S. flood insurance overhaul

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:21:37 +0000

Congress panel backs U.S. flood insurance overhaul
WASHINGTON (Reuters)—A bill to overhaul the troubled U.S. National Flood Insurance Program, which covers more than 5 million homes and businesses in flood-prone areas, was approved Tuesday by a congressional committee.

A and A/B Honor Roll

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:31:22 +0000

A and A/B Honor Roll
Editor’s Note: The Advocate publishes honor rolls for sixth through 12th grades. Below are all A and the A and B honor roll students for the fourth and fifth six weeks and third nine-weeks grading periods. Schools not listed did not submit their honor rolls by deadline.

Congressional Black Caucus to meet, plot its strategy for Supreme Court nod

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 22:21:53 +0000

Congressional Black Caucus to meet, plot its strategy for Supreme Court nod
Caucus chairwoman Rep. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.) has urged President Barack Obama to consider a minority or woman candidate. Read more…