In Michigan, Obama Calls for Overhaul of Financial Aid
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012ANN ARBOR, Mich. — President Obama called on Congress to approve a financial-aid overhaul that for the first time would tie federal financing to colleges and universities to the success of these institutions in improving affordability and value for students. Wrapping up a three-day post State of the Union tour that has forecast Mr. Obama’s [...]
Winston’s Gang aims to draw youth to campus sporting events
Tuesday, February 21st, 2012Organizers of Westminster College’s new children’s club, Winston’s Gang, are hoping for a good turnout at the group’s first event: Senior night for the men’s and women’s basketball teams on Feb. 18. The purpose of Winston’s Gang, according to senior Kathryn Leetch, is “to get Fulton and Westminster connected,” by inviting area children through eighth [...]
Sponsored Post: Help XFINITY Select The Winner Of The Ultimate Sports Social …
Monday, February 20th, 2012Just a quick word from our sponsor, Comcast. Theyve been holding a neat contest over on their Facebook page to give away a sweet gig in social media – access to big time sporting events, spreading ideas across the country. Sounds pretty cool to me at least. But Im a big social media guy to [...]
Alejandro Villageliu Joins Heartbeat Ideas as Group Account Director
Monday, February 20th, 2012NEW YORK–(EON: Enhanced Online News)–Alejandro Villageliu, a leading pharmaceutical marketing executive with over 12 years of experience in consulting, HCP marketing and sales strategy for pharmaceutical companies, has joined Heartbeat Ideas as Group Account Director. Villageliu, who prior to joining Heartbeat worked as VP/Senior Strategist at McCann Healthcare and as a manager at ZS Associates, [...]
Beer sales could be boon for Arizona’s universities
Sunday, February 19th, 2012Imagine sitting at an Arizona or Arizona State football game and suddenly hearing the public-address announcer bark, Last call! Crazy? Maybe not. Several Arizona representatives have proposed a bill that would open the door to selling beer and wine to the general public at state university sporting events. My gut reaction was never as I [...]
Hobbies provide welcome, needed distractions for retired Weiser couple
Friday, February 17th, 2012WEISER — While it is always important for anyone to take a little time to themselves, whether to keep their minds off of work or families, just for a little while, two Washington County residents recently found out just how important taking that time really is. In the past year, Weiser resident Jane Betts has [...]
Last-minute Valentine ideas
Thursday, February 16th, 2012LAS CRUCES Even last-minute cupids will find plenty of treats to delight their valentines, with celebrations starting this weekend and continuing through the big day, which falls on a Tuesday this year. Thanks to February For the Love of Art Month, there are lots of unique ways to show your love, from original cards and [...]
Hobbies: Sharing a passion
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012If sharing a hobby is akin to sharing love, then participants in a National Hobby Day celebration at Frayser-Raleigh Senior Center on Jan. 26 generously displayed their personal natures. A mutual love of model trains, for example, keeps Carolyn Speidel, 77, of Raleigh, and grandson Dennis Clay of Bartlett, 27 on Feb. 12, especially close. [...]
Irish Government asked to ban alcohol brands from sponsoring sporting events
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012The National Substance Misuse Strategy Steering Group has released a report which suggests that the Irish Government should prohibit the sponsorship of any sporting event where 25% or more of the audience is likely to be comprised of under-18s, or where under-18s are taking part. It was recommended that drinks industry sponsorship of sport and [...]
Ideas for Valentine’s Day in Catonsville
Monday, February 13th, 2012Valentines Day is only a few days away and if you havent thought of what to do or buy yet, there is still time. We spent some time checking with some local businesses about what they have going on for Valentines Day. #13; This is the first Valentines Day for Kens Old Fashioned Candy Shop, [...]
