AUCTION REMINDER: Food Service Equipment Like New - January 22

Featuring:Hussmann, Master-Bilt Upright Double Door & Single Door Freezers - Double & Single Door Refrigerators - Master-Bilt Ice Cream Dipping Cabinets - Manitowoc Ice Machine - Stainless Steel Hand Sinks - Norlake Walk-In Freezer/Cooler - Three Compartment Sink - Taylor Two Spigot Soft Serve Machine - Cobatco Waffle Maker - Large Sprinkles Dispenser - Blendtec Blender - Hamilton Three Spindle Shake Mixer - Scales - Hussmann Baked Goods Merchandiser - Bunn Coffee Maker - Six Spigot Soda Dispenser - Bevles Proofing Cabinet - Lang Convection Oven - Victory Under Counter Refrigeration - Swinging Doors - Stainless Steel Prep Tables - Dunnage Racks - Metro Racks - Neon Signs - Personnel Lockers - Tables - Chairs - Wire Racks - Small Wares - Office Equipment and much more...

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SAMHSA Accepting Applications for Grants for Substance Abuse Treatment Programs

SAMHSA Accepting Applications for Grants for Substance Abuse Treatment Programs: "The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is soliciting applications for fiscal year (FY) 2008 Targeted Capacity Expansion Program for Substance Abuse Treatment and HIV/AIDS Services. This program aims at enhancing and expanding substance abuse treatment and/or outreach and pretreatment services that are provided in conjunction with HIV/AIDS services performed in the African American, Latino/Hispanic, and other racial and ethnic communities highly affected by the epidemics of substance abuse and HIV/AIDS."

AUCTION REMINDER: Food Service Equipment Like New - January 22

AUCTION REMINDER: Food Service Equipment Like New - January 22: "Featuring: Hussmann, Master-Bilt Upright Double Door & Single Door Freezers - Double & Single Door Refrigerators - Master-Bilt Ice Cream Dipping Cabinets - Manitowoc Ice Machine - Stainless Steel Hand Sinks - Norlake Walk-In Freezer/Cooler - Three Compartment Sink - Taylor Two Spigot Soft Serve Machine - Cobatco Waffle Maker - Large Sprinkles Dispenser - Blendtec Blender - Hamilton Three Spindle Shake Mixer - Scales - Hussmann Baked Goods Merchandiser - Bunn Coffee Maker - Six Spigot Soda Dispenser - Bevles Proofing Cabinet - Lang Convection Oven - Victory Under Counter Refrigeration - Swinging Doors - Stainless Steel Prep Tables - Dunnage Racks - Metro Racks - Neon Signs - Personnel Lockers - Tables - Chairs - Wire Racks - Small Wares - Office Equipment and much more..."

Cash for College Workshops Hosted in January & February

Cash for College Workshops Hosted in January & February: "In January and February, students and their families have the opportunity to attend a free local Cash for College Workshop to help them fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Cal Grant GPA verification form, both of which are required for Cal Grants."

Celebrating the Chinese New Year: USPS Kicks off New Chinese New Year Stamp

SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- In observance of the Chinese New Year, the U.S. Postal Service will debut a new stamp series for the 12 different animals in the Chinese calendar. The series will continue through 2019. The first 41-cent stamp in the series is for the Year of the Rat, which begins Feb. 7, 2008 and ends Jan. 25, 2009 and will be dedicated tomorrow in an 11 a.m. ceremony at the Nob Hill Masonic Center, 1111 California St.

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Infiniti SUV earns top safety award

ARLINGTON, VA -- The new Infiniti EX35, a luxury SUV, earns the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award for 2008. The EX35 is the first Infiniti to earn this award. Top Safety Pick winners afford superior overall crash protection among the vehicles in their class. To qualify a vehicle must earn the highest rating of good in the Institute's front, side, and rear tests and be equipped with electronic stability control.

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ETA Announces Grant Funds under the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Opportunities

The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) has announced the availability of approximately $10 million in grant funds for the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Opportunities in the Workforce System Initiative (STEM Initiative). These grants will be awarded through a two-phased competitive process to primarily expand and align current and new STEM workforce education and training strategies, activities, and resources in One Stop Career Centers to promote, attract, and prepare disadvantaged youth and dislocated workers for STEM careers, while simultaneously enhancing the competitive position of local and regional employers.

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How do you get toddlers to eat nutritious foods?

FORT LEE, Va. â€" Up, down, in, out, and running around, toddlers like to explore and master their world including the food they choose to eat. While not always sitting still for very long, they normally eat enough calories to grow and thrive. Our role as parents and caretakers is to ensure they are offered a variety of foods that provide the calories and nutrients their growing, busy bodies need during their early years. Toddlers need to decide what and how much they eat of the foods offered to them.

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California Climate Champions Program: Young Californians (aged 16-18) are invited to apply

Climate Change is one of the most important challenges facing the world. The increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, through the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, has led to dramatic changes in the Earth's climate, including warmer average temperatures and more frequent severe weather events like droughts and hurricanes. We're inviting young people from California who are concerned about the issue, committed to making a difference and good at communicating, to become Climate Champions. As a champion you will engage other people in schools, neighborhoods and communities in finding ways to address climate change.

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Digital TV Transition: What You Should Know

By now, you've probably heard that on February 17, 2009, television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting in analog and switch to 100% digital broadcasting . Last week, the Consumer Electronics Association reported that half of American households had purchased a digital TV to date. However, if you’re one of the more than 14 million households that rely on analog, over-the-air signals to watch TV you’ll need to take action before February 2009.

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Digital TV Transition: What You Should Know

By now, you've probably heard that on February 17, 2009, television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting in analog and switch to 100% digital broadcasting . Last week, the Consumer Electronics Association reported that half of American households had purchased a digital TV to date. However, if you’re one of the more than 14 million households that rely on analog, over-the-air signals to watch TV you will need to take action before February 2009.

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California Climate Champions Program: Young Californians (aged 16-18) are invited to apply

California Climate Champions Program: Young Californians (aged 16-18) are invited to apply: "Climate Change is one of the most important challenges facing the world. The increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, through the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, has led to dramatic changes in the Earth's climate, including warmer average temperatures and more frequent severe weather events like droughts and hurricanes. We're inviting young people from California who are concerned about the issue, committed to making a difference and good at communicating, to become Climate Champions. As a champion you will engage other people in schools, neighborhoods and communities in finding ways to address climate change."

2008 Homeland Security Science & Technology Conference West: First Responders Attend Free

The California Office of Homeland Security is pleased to announce the 2008 Homeland Security Science & Technology Conference West, "Putting First Responders First," presented by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), is providing free admission to all uniformed and credentialed first responders. The conference is hosted by the State of California Governor's Office of Homeland Security with key participation by the US Department of Homeland Security Science & Technology Directorate on January 14-17, 2008 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

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IRS Update: Most Taxpayers Eligible to File Their Taxes Online for Free

IRS Update: Most Taxpayers Eligible to File Their Taxes Online for Free: "WASHINGTON -- The Internal Revenue Service and its private-sector partners today announced the Jan. 11 opening of this year's Free File program. The free tax preparation and electronic filing initiative begins its sixth year with high customer satisfaction ratings."

Women's Leadership Scholarship Opportunities - Deadline March 14

Women's Leadership Scholarship Opportunities - Deadline March 14: "The Women's Leadership Scholarship program creates educational opportunities for women activists, grassroots leaders and organizers from the Global South and/or from indigenous groups. This scholarship supports study, research and leadership training to assist women in their pursuit of solutions to the critical social, environmental, health and economic problems facing their countries and communities."

IRS E-File Opens for 2008 Filing Season for Most Taxpayers

IRS E-File Opens for 2008 Filing Season for Most Taxpayers: "Most taxpayers may file their 2007 tax returns electronically beginning Jan. 11 as the Internal Revenue Service opens the efile program"

Breast Cancer Trials: Mayo Clinic, BIG and NCI Host Science Writers’ Seminar on Breast Cancer Trials

Please join us for a special science writers' seminar to discuss how two trends in cancer research -- increasing use of targeted therapies and growing global research cooperation -- have merged, leading to the launch of one of the largest international cancer trials ever conducted. Two potent and targeted therapies for treatment of a subtype of breast cancer will be tested with participation of thousands of women across several continents, providing a model for international collaboration that furthers cancer care.

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Want to Maximize Your Insurance Dollars in 2008?

NEW YORK, January 8, 2007 -- One of the best ways to make the most of your homeowners insurance is to have an up-to-date home inventory of your personal possessions. With so many people receiving expensive holiday gifts or taking advantage of the end-of-season sales on everything from home electronics to linens, dishes and other household items, there has never been a better time to create or update your home inventory, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)


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Treatment for Past Year Depression among Adults: The NSDUH Reports

Major depressive episodes in the past year were assessed in SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health among adults aged 18 or older. A major depressive episode was defined using the DSM-IV diagnostic criteria which specifies a period of two weeks or longer during which there is (1) either depressed mood or loss of interest or pleasure AND (2) at least four other symptoms that reflect a change in functioning (such as problems with sleeping, eating, energy, concentration, and self image).

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Prompt Return Of SBA Loan Application Speeds Disaster Assistance For Oregonians

State and federal disaster officials today advised Oregon disaster applicants seeking financial assistance for damages and losses from the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides Dec. 1 to Dec. 17, that filling out and returning a U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) loan application is a required step in obtaining some forms of disaster assistance. It is important that those who receive an SBA application fill it out and return it as quickly as possible, even if they do not want a loan or think they may not qualify.

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