Immigration reform advocates see inspiration in work of MLK, honored at naturalization events (12) efforts to the work of King and the civil rights movement, looking for inspiration and a way to gain support in hopes of passing legislation in 2010. King would have turned 81 on Friday. The holiday honoring him is Monday. It's not unusual for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to hold naturalization ceremonies around holidays such as July 4 or at places with ties to immigrant history such as Ellis Island. But the week of events honoring King is a first for the agency. "When we greet new citizens into the United States we speak of the open opportunities that our country presents to everyone around the world who qualifi...

Other World Computing Recognized by EPA Green Power Partnership Program (12) The EPA Green Power Partnership program is a voluntary program that provides recognition to organizations demonstrating environmental leadership by using clean renewable power, either by purchasing green credits or -- as OWC does -- by producing their own power. In October 2009, OWC became the first US technology company of its kind to power 100 percent of its operations using on-site wind power, generated using its Vestas V39-500kW wind turbine. The turbine is projected to generate an estimated 1,250,000 kWh per year, nearly double the current energy requirements of all OWC operations, including its Internet operations datacenter for OWC.net and FasterMac.net. Excess energy produce...

January is School Board Recognition Month (12) Governor Rick Perry has proclaimed January as School Board Recognition Month to help highlight the contributions of dedicated men and women who take the time to care about our local schools.Local districts will be joined by those all across the state to thank board members for voluntarily tackling the enormous job of governing local school districts."As advocates for our children, school board members face difficult challenges. These local citizens, our neighbors, are elected by the community to make critical decisions that directly affect the future of our youth. They work tirelessly, devoting countless hours to help ensure a quality education that will lead our students to success,...

Local news serving Ellensburg, Cle Elum, Roslyn, Thorp, Kittitas, Vantage, South Cle Elum, Easton, Snoqualmie and Suncadia (11) It has been both a challenge for me personally and an opportunity for personal growth.Q: What aspect of being a non-traditional student helps you in your college career?A: Being an older (non-traditional) student I believe is also very helpful to my college career. I believe in many ways my life is stable, secure, and I am more focused on my education because I am not discovering who I am away from my parents, or how to pay bills, have relationships, balance freedom with responsibility. Attending college has its challenges regardless of age or life experience. College is an opportunity for growth both personally and academically for anyone who is able...

Big Day Out 2010 (11) That man is Greg Gillis, aka Girl Talk. The energetic mashup DJ bought a party atmosphere to a half-full Boiler Room, running through hundreds of songs in his hour-long set. New Zealand's Next Top Model judge Colin Mathura-Jeffries was getting down, and even my sweat was sweating. Best scheduling move of the day: Putting Kora on the main stage. Their meaty dub-rock thrilled the masses. To be fair, it's unlikely they ever play a bad set, and today was no exception. Right, I'm off to Peaches. And the beer tent. Or should that be the beer queue. You have to wait for everything at...

Obama team grants special status to Haitian nationals in U.S. (11) The Obama administration is allowing Haitian nationals who were in the United States at the time of Tuesday's earthquake to over-stay their visa for the next 18 months.Here is a statement from Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano:As part of the Department's ongoing efforts to assist Haiti following Tuesday's devastating earthquake, I am announcing the designation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian nationals who were in the United States as of January 12, 2010. This is a disaster of historic proportions and this designation will allow eligible Haitian nationals in the United States to continue living and working in our country for the next 18...

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All Four Major Carriers Now Waiving Fees For Haiti SMS Donations (4) MSNBC asked Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and Sprint whether or not they're charging for the popular "text HAITI to 90999 to donate $10" meme that's been going ...

The Evolving Online Finance Ecosystem (3) Last week we analyzed how the Web is transforming personal finance. Today we'll take a broader look at the world of online finance, from personal to small ...

DJ Whoo Kid Hints at Trick Daddy Diss Track to Rick Ross ,Kanye West and Girlfriend Amber Rose Feed the Homeless (3) Is it me or is DJ Whoo Kid always hinting at a possible diss track? Recently Whoo spoke about his upcoming mixtape projects and he also managed to hint that ...

Mobile giving to help Haiti exceeds $7 million (3) In the Red Cross' case, phone users can text the word "HAITI" to 90999 to donate $10," and when prompted, hit "YES" to confirm the donation. ...

Dixie Chicks sisters plan to record alone (3) Dixie Chicks' Erwin sisters have temporarily split from singer Natalie Maines to record a new family album. Martie Maguire and Emily Robison, who were both ...

Shen Yun Brings 'happiness and joy' (2) You've brought a lot of happiness and joy to a lot of people. As they leave, I can see everybody smiling." New York-based Shen Yun Performing Arts has three ...

Quake a new blow for a country mired in misery (2) AP The earthquake that struck Haiti registered 7.0 and leveled, among other buildings, the UN HQ and the country's parliament. CLICK FOR EARTHQUAKE PHOTOS ...

Chiefs Staff Could See More Changes As Coaching Carousel Spins (2) Crennel's first choice would most likely be Todd Grantham, who was his defensive coordinator in Cleveland. However, Grantham currently has a defensive line ...

Health Challenges Facing Haitian Responders (1) Some aid workers believe that good will improbably arise from Haiti's disaster because the quake will present an opportunity to rebuild the country's ...

'The Hills' star admits to having 10 procedures in one day (1) Montag's current quest for self-improvement also includes a burgeoning music career. The aspiring singer has just released her debut album "Superficial," ...

US, UN officials see hope for turning Copenhagen deal into binding treaty (1) Stern, the US State Department's special envoy for climate change, struck a hopeful note about the uncertain outcome of the UN climate conference in the ...

Solar power, brain drain and more (1) Instead of clear-cutting 200 acres of carbon-dioxide reducing trees ["Taking a shine to solar," News, Jan. 11], why don't we cover a few of our many ...

Things Get Steamy In This ‘Night Catches Us- Still » MTV Movies Blog (1) The movie stars Kerry Washington, Anthony Mackie, Jamie Hector and Wendell Pierce, who played Bunk on "The Wire." The movie will also feature a soundtrack ...

Sneak Peek Clips of James Franco's '30 Rock' Stint (1) The actor is all about faking it to the media when it comes into having a faux relationship with Jenna. Some sneak peeks to the "30 Rock" episode where ...

'Tonight Show' for sale. At least on Craigslist. (1) ... give a tour of the soon-to-be-vacated "Tonight Show" set, it's not surprising that someone has jokingly put the show itself for sale on craigslist. ...

Pat Robertson's Haiti comments draw criticism (1) By AP VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - A White House official says evangelist broadcaster Pat Robertson's comments that Haiti has been "cursed" don't express the ...

Hollywood stars lead Haitian quake charity drive (1) MIAMI (Reuters) - Haiti's devastating earthquake has moved Hollywood and pop music stars to lead a rally for disaster relief donations and open their own ...

Haiti beset by security and aid issues (1) And, the William J. Clinton Foundation is accepting $10 per text from users sending the word "Haiti" to 20222. Wireless carriers, including AT&T, ...

Derek Dooley To Tennessee, Gary Crowton To Louisiana Tech? (1) Dooley, perhaps best known outside of Louisiana as legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley's son has been at the helm in Ruston for three seasons earning a record ...

Phillip Fulmer calls for a 'mature' coach with 'good character' for the Vols (1) ... UT assistant David Cutcliffe, Air Force head coach Troy Calhoun, Louisiana Tech's Derek Dooley and possibly Clemson defensive coordinator Kevin Steele. ...

Sports Blogs (1) I've been talking to Kansas a lot still, Louisiana Tech and Missouri. I've also talked to some others." Hayes has already made a pair of official visits, ...

Strader Stands Up for Journalism (1) You can't help but know who Strader is, thanks to the annual promotion of his Hunting and Fishing Expo and his ever-present voice on WHAS Radio on Sunday ...

	Bucs tell Morris and staff that they'll be back (10) too, if Cowher would be willing to let G.M. Jerry Angelo call the shots -- or if Angelo gets fired along with coach Lovie Smith.Tennessee could be an destination, if owner Bud Adams decides that it's time to replace the guy who has been on the job longer than any other NFL coach with the guy who had held that distinction before leaving the Steelers.Seattle is looking for a G.M., and the Seahawks could decide to fire Jim Mora and turn the operation over to Cowher, who would then hire a G.M.Then there's the possibility of a surprise, with a team like the Lions, the Giants, or the Jets cleaning house in the hopes of catching Cowher.The Cowboys cou... The 'ifs' of the Massachusetts election (10) Could fears over healthcare reform lose the Democrats what should be a very safe seat? And could that cost Obama the bill? There's no doubt healthcare has become the main issue in the election of the Massachusetts senate seat, left vacant by the death of Teddy Kennedy. It would be a grievous blow for Obama if this seat went Republican for the first time since JFK took it for the Democrats in 1953: especially as the result will come on the eve of the anniversary of his inauguration next week. You'll notice there are a lot of "ifs" in this piece. I don't actually think they will lose the seat, but there is an awful lot at stake. On the face of it, the well-known Democratic can... Debra Medina Biography (0) Former Wharton County Republican chair Debra Medina is persistent and tenacious in her efforts to be taken seriously as a candidate for governor despite the ... UPS Haiti free shipping & UPS free shipping to Haiti news are rumors (0) Miami: UPS Haiti free shipping & UPS free shipping to Haiti news are rumors. There were rumors that shipping giant UPS is providing free shipping facility ... Debra Medina Excluded from Texas Gubernatorial Debate (0) Keep it going Debra! pegnewschat hrjack99 on "Debra Medina added to upcoming Texas gubernatorial debate": After watching the debate the only choice... ... Solar Eclipse January 2010 in India (0) On Friday, people will experience the first Solar Eclipse of 2010 and it will be the longest eclipse of this millennium .So are you ready to experience this ... Solar Eclipse in India today (0) Today on January 15th, 2009 the World is experiencing the longest partial solar eclipse after 1000 years. Its is the first solar eclipse of 2010 and it will ...