Dairy farmers weigh in on the ‘real' low milk price problem (3) Oct 25, 2009
In the early 1990s, the percentage had dropped to 35 percent, and today dairy farmers receive only 22 percent of the retail price milk is sold for in the stores. More price transparency. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
AIG Swaps Executives Kept Bonuses They Promised to Return, Feinberg Says Oct 23, 2009
The executives should return the bonuses and will receive only their cash base salaries through 2009, Feinberg said. He is in ongoing discussions with AIG regarding these workers, he said. (Bloomberg -- US)
Feds forcing bailout firms to cut exec pay Oct 22, 2009
For example, executives at the financial-products unit of AIG, widely blamed for the insurer's downfall, will receive only a base cash salary, the source said ... Executives at Chrysler Financial - the automaker's lending arm, which is winding down operations - will also receive only the cash-salary component, the source said. (AZCentral -- News)
Sex and scandal fused under Mosley's F1 reign Oct 22, 2009
The Times of London once said the FIA "shows how to make a crisis out of a drama." Renault would receive only a suspended two-year ban after ordering one of its drivers to crash at the Singapore Grand Prix so that a teammate could win the race. The driver in question, Nelson Piquet Jr., received immunity for his testimony while team principal Flavio Briatore - one of the key bosses to push Mosley out of the sport - was banned for life. (News & Observer -- Sports)
CDC: Production of H1N1 flu vaccine lagging Oct 17, 2009
In August the federal government told Georgia it would receive 2 million doses by the end of October, but this week officials learned they would receive only 912,000 doses by end of the month. A little more than half of the available doses are flu shots, she said, and the other doses are the nasal flu spray, which is approved only for healthy people between the ages of 2 and 49. (CNN -- US)
Volusia official fired over sexual harassment claims Oct 16, 2009
Under county policy, the memo said, Jasper would receive only 20 percent of the paid time off he had accrued prior to his firing because he was not leaving the agency in good standing. Jasper was making $86,290 annually at the time of separation after a five-year tenure with the county, officials said Thursday. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
State grants let police focus on bike, pedestrian laws Oct 11, 2009
Sullivan said most pedestrians receive only a verbal warning. The Franklin Police Department is targeting pedestrian-safety issues as well, using its $7,490 grant to police crosswalks in the downtown business district, where pedestrians frequent the MBTA commuter rail station, Dean College, shops, restaurants and offices. (Boston Globe)
Digital switch irks customers Oct 11, 2009
Those setups now receive only a handful of channels. So far, he hasn t been able to get an answer from the company s customer service line. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Stock questions? Ask Matt Oct 9, 2009
If your broker is pushing to you receive only online documents, that's fine, too. Make sure you know how to download the documents and save them to your hard drive. (USA Today -- Money)
MHSC board talks goals Oct 6, 2009
Anon wrote on Oct 1, 2009 10:37 AM:" Rocket Science: Just be aware that if you do use the hospital here, payment terms are not negotiated. There is no such thing as calling & setting up a payment plan so that you can pay an amount that doesn't overstretch your bounds & enables you to pay your bill in full over a longer period of time. You will be told that you are to pay the amount they have determined, within the 60 day period & if you don't, you will be turned over to collections. No if's,... (Green River Star, WY -- Local)
Heat-Treated Tumors Respond Better to Chemo Sep 23, 2009
Cancer patients whose tumors are targeted with heat treatment as well as chemotherapy are more likely to stay alive and cancer-free for longer than those who receive only chemotherapy, researchers said on Tuesday. The finding suggests it may be possible to cut the dose of chemotherapy drugs by using heat, although more research is needed to establish this, they said. (Newsmax)
Heat can help chemotherapy work better Sep 23, 2009
BERLIN - Cancer patients whose tumors are targeted with heat treatment as well as chemotherapy are more likely to stay alive and cancer-free for longer than those who receive only chemotherapy, researchers said on Tuesday. The finding suggests it may be possible to cut the dose of chemotherapy drugs by using heat, although more research is needed to establish this, they said. (MSNBC -- Health)
Local lawyer in ICU Sep 22, 2009
How smug you are to insist to the Post this miserable, rude, crude, vile, obnoxious, little tyrant named Jay Jacknin receive only Mother Theresa-type reviews simply because he suffered a stroke. I dont believe you need to be told what you can do with your finger-wagging demands, do you. (The Palm Beach Post)
Education Management LLC Announces Tender Offer for the Company's Outstanding Notes Sep 22, 2009
Holders of Notes who validly tender their Notes after the Early Tender Date and on or before the Expiration Date (as defined below) will be eligible to receive only the applicable Late Tender Offer Consideration, which is equal to the applicable Total Tender Offer Consideration minus the applicable Early Tender Premium. The aggregate principal amount of each tranche of Notes that is purchased in the tender offer will be based on the order of priority for such tranche, as set forth in the table... (PR Newswire)
GPAC golf qualifiers start today Sep 15, 2009
The GPAC will receive only one automatic women's team bid in the 2009-10 season with 11 league schools playing golf. Dakota Wesleyan's Danielle Bellet returns as the medalist from the 2008-09 season, shooting a 72-hole 326 as a freshman to claim GPAC women's golfer of the year honors. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Lawmakers denounce 'You lie' outburst at Obama Sep 11, 2009
Cash for Clunkers, a complete disaster as dealers have yet to receive only 2% of the moneys owed President Obama has the temerity to suggest that the Federal Governmant could run the nations health care system or any part of it at "cost" or even at a savings. To suggest that illegal aliens, who have found ways into every assistance program available to US citizens will not be able to access government insured health care, in this day and age, is ludicrous. (Longview Daily News, WA)
FDI inflow jumps 56% in July Sep 11, 2009
In 2008-09, government had set a target of $35 billion FDI, but was able to receive only $27. 3 billion due to meltdown in the global financial markets. (India Times, India)
Standard Pacific Corp. Announces $175 Million Tender Offer for Debt Securities Sep 10, 2009
Those holders who validly tender their Notes after such date and prior to the Expiration Time will receive only the applicable "Tender Offer Consideration.". The following table sets forth some of the primary terms of the Tender Offers, including the numerical order of priority in which the Maximum Payment Amount will be applied to purchase each series of the Notes in the Tender Offers. (PR Newswire)
Let's help the families of our wounded military Sep 9, 2009
While the injured Marines and soldiers receive outstanding medical care, the families receive only minimal travel assistance as they try to cope as caregivers in a downward-spiraling economy. For more than three years, an organization of volunteers based in Fredericksburg and Richmond has quietly provided financial support to the overwhelmed families who arrive at McGuire to be at the bedsides of their severely wounded family members. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Privacy Tips Sep 3, 2009
If you want to receive only certain catalogs, contact the organizations sending you the ones you don't want and ask to be taken off their mailing lists. Alternatively, you can remove your name from most national mailing lists by contacting the Direct Marketing Association at and click on Preference Services. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
After long decline, state's welfare rolls surge Sep 3, 2009
When the sweeping welfare reform effort began nearly six years ago, recipients were told they could receive only 60 months of benefits in a lifetime. But when families neared that deadline last year, Locke decided to extend parents who were participating fully in the program, as was allowed under federal law. (Yahoo News -- Welfare Reform)
Birth drugs 'cut breastfeeding' Sep 2, 2009
One in four receive only formula milk from birth. The Swansea team analysed data on more than 48,000 women who gave birth in South Wales. (BBC News -- Health)
Italy: Inter overwhelms undermanned AC Milan Aug 30, 2009
Gattuso was lucky to receive only a yellow card and Milito made no mistake with the spot kick. Two minutes later Gattuso was sent off for a second yellow card. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
SGA officers determine stipends, entertainment funding Aug 29, 2009
While UTC's SGA president and vice president still do not receive compensation for their full tuition, they also receive only about half or less of the current minimum wage for the time they spend in SGA business. Also on the table during these beginning weeks of classes, was the budget allocation for the Association for Campus Entertainment. (The University Echo, TN)
Organic And Natural Beef Cattle Production Systems Offer No Major Difference In Antibiotic Susceptibility Of E. Coli Aug 27, 2009
Organic food sources receive only certified organic feed, are raised without the use of antibiotics, hormones, and other veterinary products, and are regulated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Natural production guidelines completely restrict the use of antibiotics and hormones, but do allow nonorganic food sources and are only regulated by the brand name owner. (Science Daily)
Kenya: UN Agency Sounds Alarm On Dire Food Situation Aug 26, 2009
WFP is hoping to reach 108 million people in 74 countries this year with food aid, but it expects to receive only $3. 7 billion of the $6. (allAfrica.com)
Comcast complaints grow Aug 25, 2009
Limited basic cable customers, who already receive only channels 2 to 26, will not be involved in the change and will not need new equipment. What s involved in the change. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Casa Olga to close intermediate-care facility Aug 22, 2009
Where full-fledged skilled-nursing facilities receive approximately $160 a day per patient from the state, intermediate health care facilities such as Casa Olga receive only $90, but must still provide nursing care, doctors and many of the same services, she said. "We were just barely breaking even. The owners went two years taking no profit ... but they weren't going to put up that kind of money," she said of the $150,000 deficit. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Even phone calls help cancer patients Aug 19, 2009
Doctors randomly assigned half the patients to receive regular phone consultations and half to receive only their regular care. All of the patients had just started treatment and weren't expected to live more than a year. (USA Today)
Take sabbatical even in a recession Aug 16, 2009
For instance, instead of getting full pay for a six-month sabbatical, maybe the employee can offer to receive only 50 percent of his or her compensation. Or if workers want to take a year off, they might have to settle for two months instead. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Our views: Tools to learn Aug 11, 2009
Teachers will likely receive only $191 in state reimbursement for supplies this year, an estimated 10 percent reduction from what they received last school year. Many, however, spend $500 or more on everything from books to Band-Aids to create a congenial learning atmosphere in the classroom, and their salaries have been frozen for two years. (Florida Today)
Study: Women Underrate Bosses' Opinion Of Them Aug 11, 2009
In 2008, the Census Bureau estimated women receive only about 78 cents for every dollar that men get for doing equivalent jobs. Bonnie Coffey, president of the National Association of Commissions for Women, said women are unable to predict their bosses' assessments because of media images, particularly those of older women, that show them as silver-haired beauties or grandmothers in dumpy dresses. (KSBW 8, CA)
Amemiya's vision has raised bar for high school sports Aug 10, 2009
" CHALLENGING BEGINNING Amemiya needed those qualities from the outset, since the HHSAA Hawai'i's governing body for high school athletics had recently become autonomous after decades as a division of the state's Department of Education. Because of its autonomy, the HHSAA was responsible for raising its own funds and would receive only limited financial support from the legislature, if any. One of Amemiya's first innovative moves was to create a director of information position to oversee a... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dragons trio face charges Aug 10, 2009
Scott and Prior were handed grade one charges for a 41st minute tackle, but despite both having carryover points and prior non-similar charges they will receive only one week bans if found guilty or by entering early guilty pleas. The loss of the in-form trio is a blow to the ladder leading Dragons who have won their last seven games to sit two games clear at the top of the NRL ladder. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sustainable Palm Oil Still Difficul... Aug 10, 2009
At best, it is assumed that the program will only receive only marginal participation from the Southeast Asian producers in the sustainable certification process. Furthermore, the program does not guarantee an equal distribution of sustainable producers since RSPO is primarily concerned with Southeast Asian producers, and consequently some countries may offer better protection for their rainforests than others. (Suite101.com)
Palin calls Dems healthcare plan 'evil,' cites threat to son... Aug 8, 2009
Palin calls Dems healthcare plan "evil," cites threat to Trig - Ben Smith - POLITICO.com. " Palin also cited the recent of conservative Rep. Michele Bachmann, which the former governor said "highlighted the Orwellian thinking of the president s health care advisor, Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, the brother of the White House chief of staff. (The Drudge Report)
The "Flat Is the New Up" Gabfest Aug 8, 2009
Federal employees receive only one week paid leave, much less than is provided in some peer nations. (John mentions that Germany provides three months paid leave. (Slate)
Solarvest BioEnergy Inc. Announces Completion of Corporate Reorganization Aug 6, 2009
Both Mr. Wagner and Mr. Ranck had executive employment agreements with PHI, which entitled them to severance payments upon termination however it was agreed pursuant to the Separation Agreements that each of them would receive only salary and expenses currently owing under their respective employment agreements. The Separation Agreements included mutual releases. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Check your employer's contribution Aug 5, 2009
Those under 50 can receive only $25,000 of concessional contributions and those aged 50 or more get $50,000. "For example," Lewis says, "if you're under 50 and earning $160,000, your compulsory super contributions will total a bit over $14,000. You can only top it up by about $10,000 without exceeding the cap.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Number of Americans taking antidepressants doubles Aug 4, 2009
Patients who receive only medication may not get the help they need, he says. Many patients are unable to see psychiatrists, however, because of insurance barriers. (USA Today)
City to Hold Hearings On Sewer Upgrades Aug 1, 2009
"Some equipment already has been bid and is expected to arrive in October. Upgrades at both the Denmark facility and Highway 47 lift station must be completed due to DNR mandates. The city applied for $5 million in bonds, but is not required to use all of those funds if the projects can be completed at a lesser expense. Rost said the city learned of possible DNR funding late February and then met with DNR officials. The funds will be assigned to DNR through the Federal Clean Water Act. The... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
WFP runs out of money Aug 1, 2009
Wold Food Programme Executive Director Josette Sheeran said the organisation is hoping to reach 108 million people in 74 countries this year with food aid, but the UN body expects to receive only USD 3. 7 billion of the USD 6. (India Times)
Roads victim of fund shortfall Jul 30, 2009
But budget realities mean the street maintenance fund will receive only 1. 04 million. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Rudd's essay shows his tribal loyalty Jul 29, 2009
In his latest essay he does not mention Howard or Costello; and the achievements of Hawke and Keating receive only a fleeting reference. Rudd attributes the global financial crisis to "the consequence of a decade of neo-liberal free market fundamentalism". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Legg Mason board members defend pay packages Jul 29, 2009
Currently, directors can be voted onto or returned to the board, even if they receive only a single vote since they typically run unopposed. The proposal, put forth by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Pension Fund, would require directors receive at least a majority of the votes cast, before being seated on the board. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Republicans: Wealthy Already Paying Their Fair Share On Income Taxes Jul 28, 2009
In addition, those communities receive only a tiny fraction from the state in educational cost-sharing funds to operate their local public schools. "We get back less than 1 percent of the money we send to Hartford," said Frantz, a business executive who is in his first year as a state senator. (FOX61, CT)
John Baldessari, 'Art and Power' in Africa Jul 26, 2009
(Colonialism gets a disparaging nod here but the calamitous recent decades' conflicts in Congo, which encompasses much of the region under study, receive only passing mention even in the present show's catalog. . (San Francisco Chronicle)
Waltham Mayor Jeannette McCarthy shakes things up, but is she getting things done? Jul 26, 2009
The clash over health coverage began last year, after a constituent brought to the mayor s attention a provision in the city charter that councilors and the mayor should receive only salary and no other compensation from the city. To the constituent that meant no health insurance. (Boston Globe)
Nursing students find hazards and help for teens Jul 25, 2009
Currently there is no health education class offered in either middle school or high school in the Nogales Unified School District No. 1 and students receive only one day of sex education, said student Jennifer Rocha. We dont have the health classes separate for now, said Fernando Parra, principal of Nogales High School, in an interview. (Nogales International, AZ)
Another View: A farm community left in the dust Jul 24, 2009
Farmers are set to receive only 3. 7 million acre-feet of water this year from federal and state plumbing systems -- about 2 million acre-feet less than in a normal year. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Committing to gun safety Jul 19, 2009
We were disappointed to see that childs father, Raage Hassan, receive only probation despite facing serious charges that included recklessly endangering another person and endangering the welfare of children. Before our letters box overflows, lets be clear: this isnt a gun control issue its a gun safety issue. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Jolly likely free to play in 2009 Jul 18, 2009
If found guilty, Jolly would face up to 20 years in prison, though as a first-time offender, he'd likely receive only probation. A guilty plea would result in a suspension by the league, perhaps for four games. (PackerReport.com)
•Letter: Mismanagement costly for school district Jul 18, 2009
While it's true that Center Grove will receive only a 0. 44 percent state funding increase (instead of the typical 2 to 3 percent), mismanagement of school personnel can be equally as draining to an already strapped budget. (The Daily Journal)
Senate panel OKs health care reform bill Jul 17, 2009
House Democrats, however, contend the surcharge would hit only 4 percent of small business owners, including individuals who receive only a small portion of their income from investments in small businesses. They contend most small businesses would benefit from the bill because the insurance exchange and market reforms would make coverage more affordable. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
CTA dodges fare hike amid tight budget Jul 16, 2009
3 million in public funding, but its now likely to receive only $541. 4 million. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Community College Organizer Jul 15, 2009
Yet community colleges receive only 20 percent of federal funding. "We've been so focused on the quality and reputation of our lead institutions" at the expense of community colleges, says Thomas Bailey of the Community College Research Center at Columbia University. (Slate)
4-2 board discusses $6,900,670 Jul 15, 2009
The district would receive only 50% of the opt out request the first year. Each year the board would need to make a decision as to how much the district requests up to 400,000. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Budgets hit buses Jul 10, 2009
If the state passes a proposed 65 percent across-the-board transportation funding reduction, the district will receive only 90,000 to support a 630,000 transportation program. "We are now re-doing the bus schedule with the reduction of four bus driver positions and preparing a bare bones transportation schedule for 2009-10," Schauer said in an e-mail. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Madoff accepts 150-year jail term Jul 10, 2009
Despite the efforts to liquidate his estate, it was expected that investors will receive only a small portion of the more than $US13 billion they originally invested. AP. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Madoff won’t appeal 150-year sentence Jul 10, 2009
Despite the efforts to liquidate his estate, it was expected that investors will receive only a small portion of the more than $13 billion they originally invested. Anthony Sabino, a defense lawyer specializing in white collar criminal defense, said the decision against appealing was no surprise. (Boston Globe)
S.C. overturns Dukes water permit Jul 10, 2009
Nonprofit group American Rivers says the DHEC permit guaranteed South Carolina would receive only about 25 percent of the water flowing from North Carolina. Equitable sharing of the Catawba s waters is at the heart of South Carolina s federal suit. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Madoff Won't Appeal 150-Year Sentence Jul 10, 2009
Despite the efforts to liquidate his estate, it was expected that investors will receive only a small portion of the more than $13 billion they originally invested. MMIX The Associated Press. (CBS News)
1-year sentence given in child-theft The woman who stole her friend's baby and fled to Lynchburg was sentenced yesterday to spend a year in prison for the abduction. Jul 9, 2009
Herrell's attorney, Mark Murphy, argued that his client should receive only probation because she had no prior criminal record, was young and faced mental health issues. Herrell's psychologist, Ronald Schmal, told Beck that Herrell suffered from depression and possible dissociation, in which she would have episodes of doing things without realizing what she had done. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Congress's Travel Tab Swells... Spending on Taxpayer-Funded Trips Rises Tenfold...From Italy to the Galpagos... Jul 3, 2009
Lawmakers are not allowed to stay overnight in Iraq and receive only minimal spending allowances for their one-day visits. In mid-February, for example, six House lawmakers traveled to Kuwait, Iraq, Bahrain and Afghanistan. (The Drudge Report)
Crisis looms as Calif. misses budget deadline Jul 2, 2009
State workers will receive only partial pay on July 17 and July 24, after which paychecks will be withheld entirely until the impasse is solved. They will then be paid retroactively. (MSNBC -- Politics)
