Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008 (69) Dec 4, 2008
IOWA FALLS Gertrude I. Oswald, 94, of Iowa Falls, died Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Cedar Falls Lutheran Home; services 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark s Catholic Church, Iowa Falls, with burial in the church cemetery; visitation for an hour before services Saturday at the church; Linn s Funeral Homes, Iowa Falls Chapel, (641) 648-2569, is in charge of the arrangements. IOWA FALLS Gail N. Williams, 68, of Bradford, died Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls; services 2 p.m. Saturday... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Air ambulance service opens in Hondo Dec 4, 2008
Air Evac Lifeteam currently has bases in 83 cities across 12 states, including operations in San Marcos, Kerrville and Marble Falls. For more information about Air Evac Lifeteam services, call 1-800-793-0010 or visit www. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
How Much Are Key Employees Worth? Dec 4, 2008
If revenue falls short, he stops adding to the ranks. (If that doesn't stop the bleeding, he plans to cut bonuses, followed by pay freezes and, if things get really bad, layoffs. (Forbes)
Tuesday's lesson for 2010 Dec 4, 2008
If you accept his hypothesis, that (1) only anti-Chambliss partisans assert that Chambliss questioned Clelands patriotism I think that element is beyond doubt, and (2) that the allegation is demonstrably false the only evidence ever proffered for the democrat assertion is the commercial/video, to which I linked many times then the rest of the proof falls into place. The assertion of Clelands lack of patriotism then becomes a democrat allegation alone, and the repeated assertion fits the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Fatal Crash Sparks 390 Changes Dec 4, 2008
The DOT also recommended all motorists slow down a bit when the snow falls no matter where you are driving ... A Niagara Falls police officer pleaded not guilty to federal charges of violating the civil rights of two women and drug and weapons charges. (R News)
Niagara Falls Officer Pleads Not Guilty Dec 4, 2008
A Niagara Falls police officer pleaded not guilty to federal charges of violating the civil rights of two women and drug and weapons charges ... The Niagara Falls Police Department began an investigation after receiving complaints about the officer and asked federal authorities to get involved ... A Niagara Falls police officer pleaded not guilty to federal charges of violating the civil rights of two women and drug and weapons charges. (R News)
Benefit to be held for Oliphants Dec 4, 2008
Currently, Lawson sees an occupational therapist and a physical therapist from Fergus Falls, Minn. at his daycare. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
13 headed to R.A. Long Hall of Fame Dec 4, 2008
Adams, who is retired, lives in Great Falls, Va. He also has two daughters and a son, who also live on the East Coast. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Bathroom Safety Makeovers Dec 4, 2008
Don't skimp in this area -- environmental hazards, such as wet floors, account for 16 to 27 percent of falls in nursing homes, according to the National Center for Health Statistics ... Another reason to consider these styles of doors is that having two or more traditional doors swinging into a single space has been shown to increase falls. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Recognizing Women Who Make a Difference Dec 4, 2008
Canton Daily Ledger - Ara. for more local weather conditions. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Letters to the editor (Nov. 27) Dec 4, 2008
Lyman wrote on Nov 27, 2008 4:58 PM:" JB: Someday your karma may catch up to you. I'm sure you are quite sure it neverwill but misfortune can visit anyone at any time and completely without warning.If and when it happens to you I promise I won't laugh...too hard. Seriously, the onlyjoy we should feel when a fool falls off his high horse is if he can get back up onhis feet a little wiser and maybe a little bit more compassionate. I have seen ithappen to the most insufferable jerks. There may even... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
3 Killed as Unrelenting Storms Batter Southland Dec 4, 2008
An evacuation was called for about 60 homes in the remote mountain community of Forest Falls, about 19 miles east of Redlands, where the Snow Canyon Creek had backed up. Rescuers were worried that whatever was holding back the creek s flow could let go, releasing a torrent of water and debris. (Yahoo News -- Severe U.S. Weather)
PG West: Quick Quips one step away from final (Today) Dec 4, 2008
All this came on the heels of an 8-6 win Nov. 22 against Beaver Falls in the WPIAL championship game at Heinz Field ... The Quips entered the season as Class AA's No. 1 team by the Post-Gazette but consecutive losses to Beaver Falls and Beaver eight days apart in mid-September appeared to show Aliquippa was not as good as advertised. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Brackins scores 32 as ISU clips UNI, 71-66 Dec 4, 2008
MATTHEW PUTNEY/For The Globe Gazette Iowa States Craig Brackins (left) looks for an opening as Northern Iowas Lucas ORear defends during Wednesdays game in Cedar Falls. CEDAR FALLS After the final second ticked off the clock in overtime, Greg McDermott gave a big fist pump toward the Iowa State bench. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Former area preps playing key roles for UNI Dec 4, 2008
CEDAR FALLS Life as a collegiate basketball player has produced a bevy of emotions for former area preps on the Northern Iowa women s basketball roster this year. On Wednesday, a majority of those emotions were on display during a 58-46 loss to Northern Illinois at the McLeod Center. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
City council to host employee Christmas dinner Dec 4, 2008
Reminded the public of the snow ordinance which provides for no parking from 2 to 6 a.m. on Broadway from Ninth to 12th streets if one or more inches of snow falls. Fines for violations are from 25 to 100 and vehicles could be towed at the owner's expense. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Dion's amateur hour Dec 4, 2008
Adam Radwanski, December 3, 2008 at 7:50 PM EST. Jack Layton is speaking now in front of Parliament. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Parents investigated after making children walk to school Dec 4, 2008
NINE MALL FALLS, Wash ... A meeting with Nine Mile Falls School District Superintendent Brian Talbott occurred Monday. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Five Nuggets of Knowledge about December Dec 4, 2008
Happy birthday Sagittarius, if your day falls by Dec. 21. According to , Sagittarians are positive people. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Brocade relaunches data center network monitoring service Dec 4, 2008
A Brocade spokesperson said the NMS product falls more under support for Brocade's devices than professional services at this point, and thus has not been rolled out under Brocade's recently acquired (SBS) umbrella ... A Brocade spokesperson said the NMS product falls more under support for Brocade's devices than professional services at this point, and thus has not been rolled out under Brocade's recently acquired (SBS) umbrella. (Search Storage)
Why Won't South Dakota Ban Abortion? Dec 3, 2008
At the state's lone abortion clinic in Sioux Falls, Planned Parenthood flies doctors in from Minnesota to perform the procedure, as none of South Dakota's physicians do elective abortions ... In an op-ed piece for the Sioux Falls Argus-Leader, her husband, Allen Unruh, compared the fight to end abortion to the fights to end slavery and racial segregation. (CBS News)
Empty Stockings Dec 3, 2008
Offices are located in Boulder, Browning, Chinook, Choteau, Conrad, Cut Bank, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Lincoln, Shelby, Townsend, Whitehall, and White Sulphur Springs. For more information please call 1-888-718-2100 or visit. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Schools' 600k accident pay outs Dec 3, 2008
Reasons for claims included falls in the playground. "In the past many people who suffered minor injuries might have just dusted themselves off and carried on with life. There is a price to pay for every one in terms of higher insurance premiums or perhaps even higher than necessary council tax bills. "I would welcome assurances that all councils have proper inspection procedures. (BBC News -- UK)
Bus company awaiting medical test of driver involved in crash Dec 3, 2008
Martin has been a driver for Chippewa Yellow Bus Co., the company that supplies bus service of the Chippewa Falls School District, for more than 20 years. Martin has not resumed driving for the company since the school bus she was driving overturned Nov. 10 in the town of Wheaton. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Business Briefs Dec 3, 2008
Dentists Justin Sjulson and Jamie Mandigo have joined the staff at Chippewa Dental Center in Chippewa Falls ... Chippewa Falls Dental Center, which opened in September 2005, offers dental care to people of all ages, regardless of insurance or ability to pay ... Broses, a principal with the firm working at the Chippewa Falls office, holds a bachelor s degree in civil and environmental engineering from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and is a Senior Environmental Engineer, Project Manager and... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Schaefer honored as 'Friend of Home Care' Dec 3, 2008
Chippewa Falls resident Jo Schaefer was recognized as a Friend of Home Care at a reception held in her honor at the central office of Northwest Wisconsin HomeCare (NWHC). Schaefer, a former nurse and long time hospice volunteer with NWHC, was instrumental in establishing the tradition of Hospice Remembrance Quilts. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
New lunch & learn program a hit at Chi-Hi Dec 3, 2008
At 12:06 p.m. the bell rings at Chippewa Falls High School, and students scatter. For the next 60 minutes, they don t have to study math, English, science or social studies. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Living with MS? Surprising Stats about Mobility, Attitudes Dec 3, 2008
Embarrassment may be causing people with MS to risk falls and injuries by not using mobility devices as often as they should. Mobility problems can be compounded by fatigue, another common symptom of MS. About 75 percent of people in the survey report that they experience fatigue at least twice a week. (Pekin Times, IL)
Guide to Online Security Dec 3, 2008
If a single employee falls for the spearphishing scam, the attacker can pretend to be that individual and gain access to sensitive data. spoofing. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
O-line under siege Dec 3, 2008
That part of the postgame, win or lose, generally falls to the superstar likes of Tomlinson. After each loss and there have been five in the past six games, eight in a total of 12 games he obliges the media with his own appraisal of the damage and the team's sense of self. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Nick Canepa: 'Embarrassed' GM isn't biting on coach questions Dec 3, 2008
With Norv and company, the team now falls into the third category ... Doesn't it boggle your mind to see Norv all alone during the game with a headset on calling inane plays while the team falls apart around him. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Opinion: Thumbs up to Owls play and Aussie hair geneticsBlog: And thumbs up to Assistance League for helping clothe kids Dec 3, 2008
Klamath Falls, Oregon 800-275-0982. Wednesday, December 03, 2008. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Fight Night-Violence Night-What are you teaching those kids? Dec 3, 2008
Blows to the back of the head and NO attempt to check the well being of the fighter AFTER he or she stumbles and falls. " Oh MY wrote on Dec 1, 2008 10:04 AM:" So, if kids start a fight at school, they get in trouble and the police get involved (expulsion, criminal charges, etc). (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
EU says drug makers blocked cheaper medicines Dec 3, 2008
All in all, the EU said these tactics stopped a process where a drug's price typically falls 20 percent in the first year that a generic version becomes available. The average delay for the generic drugs to go on sale was seven months, it said and cost European health care systems some euro3 billion. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Singapore manufacturing falls 13 pct in October Dec 3, 2008
By ALEX KENNEDY, Associated Press Writer Alex Kennedy, Associated Press Writer. Wed Nov 26, 8:10 am ET. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Livingston challenges county tax increase projection Dec 3, 2008
County employees will receive 15 paid holidays, including the newly proposed day after Christmas, which falls on a Friday. Appointed Andrew Johnson of District 7, Perry Arant of District 3 and Elizabeth Jones of District 5 to the new Zoning Board of Appeals. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Lukman Ahmadi: Making his mark through fencing Dec 3, 2008
As the proverb goes, the apple never falls far from the tree: Four of his five children have followed in his footsteps and those of his wife, Tri Meini, also a former fencer. Of the many athletes who have benefited from his coaching, Lukman's own children -- Lucky Ramdhani, Rizky Pradhani, Rully Maulidhani and Agista Apridhani -- have dominated the sport's top ranks with their many achievements, sweetening the reputation of fencers from South Sumatra and Indonesia. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
High-profile local ad agency Ad-Fax closing (17) Dec 3, 2008
Harshbarger and his firm also mounted a successful referendum campaign for Cedar Falls Utilities to establish a metropolitan communications utility in 1994. His firm also has published CFU's quarterly newsletter, which Harshbarger said will now have to be taken on by other parties. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 (52) Dec 3, 2008
WATERLOO Judith Ann Judy Fossell, 66, of Waterloo, died Monday, Dec. 1, at Sartori Memorial Hospital, Cedar Falls; services pending with Locke Funeral Home, 233-6138 ... IOWA FALLS James Jim Merklin, 90, of Iowa Falls, died Sunday, Nov. 30, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls; services 10:30 a.m. Thursday at First Christian Church, with burial in Union Cemetery, both in Iowa Falls; visitation 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Linn s Funeral Home, Iowa Falls, (641) 648-2569; memorials to North... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Ruffin named Valley's top defensive player Dec 3, 2008
By JIM SULLIVAN, Courier Sports Writer CEDAR FALLS --- Mark Farley calls James Ruffin a great defender. After all, Ruffin sets the bar high, said Northern Iowa's head coach. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Don't make these mistakes Dec 3, 2008
When John Joachim of Taylors Falls, Minn. traveled to Oklahoma City with his wife for a wedding, the suitcase the couple shared didn t make it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
O'Brien's beat blog Dec 3, 2008
I gotta add Animal, Ascent of Man, Falls to Climb, and Lotus off the top to your list. That s without think. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
EDF bids for 50 percent of Constellation nuclear assets Dec 3, 2008
If the deal falls through, Constellation would have to issue about 20 million common shares to MidAmerican, or about 9 ... The company has said if the MidAmerican deal falls apart, it will also likely need to take immediate liquidity actions. (International Herald Tribune)
• Cuts likely for Medicaid, health programs Dec 3, 2008
"What I have feared the most is happening, where there's going to be arbitrary cuts, which is going to result in people not receiving appropriate services," said Peter Snyder, executive director of the Behavioral Health Center at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls. More oversight is needed to make the Medicaid system more efficient financially, said Snyder, who has previously worked at Canyon View Psychiatric and Addiction Services in Twin Falls ... Cory Alexander, a child and... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
• Otter: Idaho agencies to cut $130M from budget Dec 3, 2008
7 million in an economic recovery reserve fund and nearly $120 million in an education stabilization fund meant to cover shortfalls for public schools ... com is an on-line division of the Times-News, published daily at 132 W. Fairfield St., Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 by Lee Publications, Inc., a subsidiary of. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Obama vows to help states weather economic woes Dec 3, 2008
The president-elect said at least 41 states likely will face budget shortfalls this year or next. "Jobs are being cut," he said. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Each American is responsible Dec 3, 2008
-- THOMAS PAINE CASLANDER, JeffersonPlaying field is level Given the results of last month's general election, it is time to begin thinking seriously about eliminating legal and de-facto minority hiring, admissions and graduation quotas, as well as similar discriminatory behavior that falls under the euphemism of "equal opportunity.". We will soon have a member of a minority occupying the highest office in the country. (NJ.com -- Times)
Post a comment » Dec 3, 2008
Jeremy Cole wrote on Jul 23, 2006 9:21 PM:" Any of you folks heard of "Peak Oil"? My campaign for Lieutenant Governor this year would have brought this issue to the fore front, if I had gotten the 5000 petitions needed to get on the ballot. My wife owns an SUV, but I dont believe that our family falls into the catagory Dixie from April 11th mentions. Im driving everyday to and from Peoria like the rest of you folks do on US24 out of Farmington ". Lynn wrote on Jul 23, 2006 7:24 PM:" Regarding... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Letters to the editor (Nov. 27) Dec 3, 2008
Lyman wrote on Nov 27, 2008 4:58 PM:" JB: Someday your karma may catch up to you. I'm sure you are quite sure it neverwill but misfortune can visit anyone at any time and completely without warning.If and when it happens to you I promise I won't laugh...too hard. Seriously, the onlyjoy we should feel when a fool falls off his high horse is if he can get back up onhis feet a little wiser and maybe a little bit more compassionate. I have seen ithappen to the most insufferable jerks. There may even... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
'Dignity, justice for all' Dec 3, 2008
Ban also reminded everyone that this day falls just a week before the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Because of this, the UN is commemorating both under the theme, "Dignity and justice for all of us". (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
3 Killed as Unrelenting Storms Batter Southland Dec 3, 2008
An evacuation was called for about 60 homes in the remote mountain community of Forest Falls, about 19 miles east of Redlands, where the Snow Canyon Creek had backed up. Rescuers were worried that whatever was holding back the creek s flow could let go, releasing a torrent of water and debris. (Yahoo News -- Severe U.S. Weather)
British Airways confirms Qantas 'tie-up' talks Dec 3, 2008
Dramatic falls in airline travel - and particularly the business travel on which airlines depend - have been predicted globally as the world enters recession. The BA/Qantas tie up is likely to be just one of many considered over the next few months and would most likely see both airlines retain their separate identities, be separately listed on their respective stock exchanges - but be run by a single management organisation. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
Jazz Coalition to perform Dec. 6 Dec 3, 2008
Saxophone: Rene Recinos, Rich Dean, and Craig Markham, all of Mason City; Jason Murray, Iowa Falls; Tony Brezina, Carlisle. Trumpet: Tim Miller, Humboldt; Doug Huey and Russ Kramer, Mason City; Bruce Jolivette, Garner. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Iowa State, UNI square off tonight Dec 3, 2008
CEDAR FALLS Iowa State hasn t had much of a problem playing at home. It s those pesky road games the Cyclones can t figure out. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
On balance, mind matters Dec 3, 2008
UNC research suggests mental exercise can reduce falls among older people ... Advertisements Thomas Goldsmith, Staff Writer CHAPEL HILL - An agile mind may be as important as strong limbs when it comes to the crucial task of preventing falls ... "I've noticed that my balance is 100 percent better since I started taking this."Previous studies have shown that balance training can reduce falls. (News & Observer)
Understanding youngsters with eating disorders Dec 3, 2008
Cornella-Carlson lives in Menomonee Falls with her children and husband, Curtis, an obstetrician-gynecologist at. Cornella-Carlson chose child and adolescent eating disorders as her specialty because she loves children and enjoys working with patients and families on an individual basis. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Five Nuggets of Knowledge about December Dec 3, 2008
Happy birthday Sagittarius, if your day falls by Dec. 21. According to , Sagittarians are positive people. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Rounds in state budget address: 'We don't have the money' Dec 3, 2008
And there's no guarantee that things won't get worse, if the staggering national economy falls even harder on South Dakota in coming months, Rounds said ... Senate Democratic leader Scott Heidepriem of Sioux Falls said he thinks that's possible. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Elmer Ortman Dec 3, 2008
Elmer suffered a major stroke in Nov. 1999 at which time they moved to Sioux Falls ... Grateful for having shared his life are his wife Loraine; three daughters: Margaret (Bill) Loewen, Sioux Falls, Marilyn (Dan) Christmore, Wichita, Kan ... seven grandchildren: Karissa (Carl), Kimberly, Eric, Corbin, Sarah, Jared and Timothy; and a great-grandson, Emory; a brother Vernon (Darleen) Ortman, Sioux Falls; and a sister Glenys Ortman, Sioux Falls. (Freeman Courier, SD)
"Britney Spears: For the Record" unanswered questions Dec 2, 2008
You won't be satisfied unless she crashes, unless she falls ... I thought that she was very strong to actually admit some of her downfalls on TV. Yeah fame does come at a price, but at what price. (Los Angeles Times)
Empty Stockings Dec 2, 2008
Offices are located in Boulder, Browning, Chinook, Choteau, Conrad, Cut Bank, Great Falls, Havre, Helena, Lincoln, Shelby, Townsend, Whitehall, and White Sulphur Springs. For more information please call 1-888-718-2100 or visit. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Avoiding Holiday Hazards At Home Dec 2, 2008
"Make sure your ladder is sturdy, steady and safe. Falls are a big problem." Not only can you topple down, but so can the tree. Make sure you secure the tree so children and pets can't pull them down on top of themselves. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Schaefer honored as 'Friend of Home Care' Dec 2, 2008
Chippewa Falls resident Jo Schaefer was recognized as a Friend of Home Care at a reception held in her honor at the central office of Northwest Wisconsin HomeCare (NWHC). Schaefer, a former nurse and long time hospice volunteer with NWHC, was instrumental in establishing the tradition of Hospice Remembrance Quilts. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Bus company awaiting medical test of driver involved in crash Dec 2, 2008
Martin has been a driver for Chippewa Yellow Bus Co., the company that supplies bus service of the Chippewa Falls School District, for more than 20 years. Martin has not resumed driving for the company since the school bus she was driving overturned Nov. 10 in the town of Wheaton. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Business Briefs Dec 2, 2008
Dentists Justin Sjulson and Jamie Mandigo have joined the staff at Chippewa Dental Center in Chippewa Falls ... Chippewa Falls Dental Center, which opened in September 2005, offers dental care to people of all ages, regardless of insurance or ability to pay ... Broses, a principal with the firm working at the Chippewa Falls office, holds a bachelor s degree in civil and environmental engineering from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and is a Senior Environmental Engineer, Project Manager and... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
