Part 1 By Marianne Lincoln The U.S. House Intelligence Committee held a hearing on NSA Surveillance today at the Capitol. Perhaps this is not of local interest to everyone, but as an online news media, the Post took an interest. The CSPAN channel carried the hearings this evening, October 29, 2013. Early in the hearings,…
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Toxics Release Inventory: TRI data
Citizens, community groups, researchers, national environmental organizations, facility managers, and government agencies at all levels rely on TRI as a powerful tool for environmental protection. Our new report, “TRI in Action,” includes many examples of how people have been putting the Toxics Release Inventory to work: The Sierra Club of Illinois used TRI data in…
National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week Encourages Testing and Safe Home Repairs to Protect Children’s Health
(October 23, 2013 – Seattle) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recognizes National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week October 20-26, 2013, to raise awareness of lead poisoning in children. Approximately one million children today are affected by lead poisoning, but when you know what to look for and what to do, lead poisoning is 100% preventable. Major…
Learn how to decipher Health Care Reform
In 2014 the Affordable Care Act (aka “ObamaCare) takes effect. The health care landscape will change substantially. New provisions are included that will impact individuals and families, people with jobs and people who are unemployed. Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources will offer “Deciphering the Affordable Care Act,” a workshop that will provide a comprehensive…
All JBLM DoD Civilian Employees report back to work on Monday, October 7
JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. – All Department of Defense civilian employees who work at Joint Base Lewis-McChord and who have been furloughed due to the limited government shutdown are to report back to work on Monday, October 7.
Flag-less pole over Spanaway Post Office
SPANAWAY, WA — It the country’s standard and it’s always seen flying over the Post Office. But Saturday, the pole was barren and patrons noticed. Was it some kind of statement about the current budget situation? No. Actually, the rope that lifts the flag broke. Without a lift, the staff cannot re-string the pole. In…
Worksource Centers seeing furloughed Federal employees
EMPLOYMENT SECURITY — A lot of federal workers are showing up at WorkSource centers looking for information about unemployment benefits. They need to be aware that there are no “unemployment offices” in Washington.WorkSource staff provide employment and retraining services; they do not process unemployment claims and don’t have the expertise to answer questions about unemployment…
Flag lowering to honor victims of Washington Navy Yard
Governor Inslee hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff, per President Obama’s proclamation, as a mark of respect for the victims of the tragic event at the Washington Navy Yard on Monday, Sept. 16. Flags should be lowered immediately and remain at half-staff until…
Congressman Denny Heck visits PC Skills Center
SPANAWAY, WA — Congressman Denny Heck recently visited the Pierce County Skills Center (PCSC). He was accompanied by Superintendent Tom Seigel and Skills Center Director Michelle Ledbetter. PCSC was created in phases. They are launching Aerospace Machining/Fabrication and Automotive Technology in September 2013. The Bethel School District if the fiscal agent for the PCSC. It is operated in…
Historic flyover celebrating Army Aviation
NOTE: JBLM is sending this advisory on behalf of 4-160th SOA(A) JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, Wash. – 4th Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) will conduct a historic formation flight with an MH-47G Chinook, an MH-60M Blackhawk and B-25D Mitchell Bomber, August 26, 2013 between Everett, Wash. and JBLM to celebrate and promote the heritage of Army Aviation….
Information on the new health insurance
USA.gov — Visit USA.gov’s Health Insurance page to learn about the new Health Insurance Marketplace and other types of health coverage. Starting October 1, 2013, you can fill out an application for health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace. You’ll be able to compare your options side-by-side and enroll in a plan that fits your…
National Park Foundation Summer Scrapbook seeking entries
Join The Summer Scrapbook and Win Big! Submit your Summer Scrapbook entries today! Share your favorite park photos, video, and tips in the Summer Scrapbook for the chance to win a Yosemite adventure. Anyone who submits content will be entered to win! We have already received thousands of spectacular photos from park fans! We’ll announce…
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