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Military Appreciation Monday Nov. 16
Military Appreciation Monday
Free "Thank You" Dinner
Monday, Nov. 16, 2009,
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.Golden Corral's 9th annual Military Appreciation Monday dinner will be held on Monday, November 16, 2009, from 5 to 9 pm in all Golden Corral restaurants nationwide. The free dinner meal is a special "thank you tribute" to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to join us for Golden Corral's Military Appreciation Monday dinner.
To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.2 million free meals and contributed over $3.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization..
To locate a Golden Corral near you, visit www.goldencorral.com/locator
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2010 City Budget MeetingsCity of Shreveport will host 10 meetings to discuss 2010's budget
The City of Shreveport will host 10 meetings to discuss 2010's budget. The schedule is below. October 8, 2009 - BUDGET REVIEW SESSIONS FOR 2010 BUDGETS 5:30 P.M.Mayor’s Conference Room, Second Floor, Government PlazaMonday, October 12 - Overview of 2010 budgets – After Council Work SessionThursday, October 22 - SPAR, Golf Fund, Downtown Entertainment District Fund, Capital Fund – Programs A-BThursday, October 29 - Public Works, Water and Sewer Fund, Grants Fund – Environmental Affairs, Capital Fund – Programs C-GMonday, November 2 - City Courts, City Marshall, City Attorney, Information Technology Fund, Community Development FundThursday, November 5 - Airports Fund, SporTran Fund, Grants – SporTran, Personnel, Metropolitan Planning Commission, Capital Fund – Program H, Capital Fund – Program LTuesday, November 10 - Public Hearing at 3:00 p.m. City Council MeetingThursday, November 12 - Property Standards, Police, Grants Fund – PoliceThursday, November 19 - Finance, Retained Risk Fund, Debt Service Fund, General Office, City CouncilTuesday, December 1 - Fire, Grants Fund – Fire, Capital Fund – Program I, Convention Center Hotel Fund, Downtown Parking FundFriday, December 11 - Proposed 3:00 p.m. Special Meeting to Vote on BudgetMonday, November 30 - (If needed)Thursday, December 3 - (If needed)
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Things You Might Want To Know
Texas has a new sex offender registry.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has unveiled the complete redesign of the state's public website allowing users to now subscribe to email notifications about changes in a specific zip code or to a specific offender's record.
The redesign also allows the public access to additional information about specific offenders, including their complete work address, whether the offender attends an institution of higher education and Texas and out-of-state sex offenses.
Enhanced mapping allows users to search by name, address, zip code and county.
DPS sex offender registry personnel will also be able to easier reconcile the sex offender database with the Texas Crime Information Center and National Crime Information Center.
The website can be found at https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/DPS_WEB/SorNew/index.aspx
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VOLUNTEERThe American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers which provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies
If you need help from the American Red Cross, please call us, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at (318)865-9545
Our address is:
4221 Linwood Avenue
Shreveport,LA 71108Our fax number is:
(318) 868-4111
Our email address is:
redcross@louisianaredcross.org
Our Website address is:
www.louisianaredcross.org
Change Your Life Through the Power of Work!
Are you having trouble finding and keeping a job? Goodwill can help! We can teach you the skills you need to find the right job, fill out an application, answer interview questions, and succeed at your new job! Goodwill also helps with transportation, child care, and anything else that may keep you from holding a job. We even find job opportunities that specifically match your skills!
- For more info, call your local Goodwill Job Center today!
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Allow yourself to be upset or even afraid. These are natural reactions. However, should they become intense, be willing to seek professional help. Talking things through and hearing another person's perspective can bring relief and restore your positive outlook.
Resist the urge to tell your boss what you truly think of him or her. Remember, you may need him or her as a reference for a future job.
Take advantage of any assistance your workplace offers. Many companies provide placement assistance, job retraining and severance packages. Make sure you are aware of all benefits offered.
Apply for any applicable government benefits. Your HR representative at work will be a good resource.
Resist the urge to solve your problems by spending recklessly. It may feel good for the moment, but the high of spending won't equal the low of dealing with additional debt when there is no income.
The Louisiana Association on Compulsive Gambling is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating and/or providing cost-effective, quality assistance for all individuals in the State of Louisiana who may be affected by gambling problems.
The organization further promotes the development of more educational programs and professional resources for problem gambling assistance.
Louisiana Association
on Compulsive Gambling
324 Texas St.
Shreveport, LA 71101318-227-0883 | FAX 318-220-7579
E-MAIL web@centerofrecovery.org
Web SiteLouisiana Problem Gamblers Helpline
TOLL FREE 1-877-770-STOPThe Louisiana Problem Gamblers Help Line is a toll-free, confidential information and referral line that assists individuals in the state of Louisiana who may be affected by gambling problems. This includes providing information to people who want help to stop gambling, family members who are concerned about a loved one, or a person in recovery from gambling who is searching for a GA meeting. In addition, we talk to individuals from throughout the state who have a question on any other addiction and direct them to the proper resource.
Keep Your Pets Safe in a Hurricane
The 2009 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1 and is expected to bring 12 named storms, with six of those becoming hurricanes.Preparing your family is half the task facing residents of hurricane-prone areas. There's also the matter of your pets; planning to evacuate or taking shelter against the devastating storms requires initial planning.
PurinaCare Pet Health Insurance suggests preparing a Pet Evacuation Kit in the event of an evacuation or storm threat.
Here's a checklist of emergency items to include in your Pet Evacuation Kit.
-- All pets should wear an identification tag and collar
-- At least one week's supply of food in water-tight container
-- At least one week's supply of water
-- Leash and harness for dogs and cats
-- Appropriate size pet carrier for dogs and cats
-- Make sure vaccinations are up to date
-- Copies of updated vaccination certificates (required by shelters)
-- Pet medications (including heartworm / flea prevention)
-- Litter box, litter for cats
-- Updated photos of your pet in case they get lost
-- Your pet's favorite toy to help calm nerves
You should also identify evacuation sites and research pet accommodations. Make calls now to check on the boarding policies of the local kennels, animal shelters or hotels and ensure you add any of these requirements to your Pet Evacuation Kit.
Many lessons were learned from recent storm tragedies such as Hurricane Katrina when storm victims encountered evacuation shelters that did not allow pets. As a result, some pet owners refused to evacuate without their pets or had to do the unthinkable, abandon them.
On the web: www.purinacare.com
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LA Character & Leadership Development SymposiumLA Character & Leadership Development Symposium
LA Character & Leadership Development Symposium
http://LCLDS.com
The Louisiana Character and Leadership Development Symposium is a public educational and inspirational conference meant to illustrate and promote character and leadership. The day is packed with speakers and panel discussions illustrating real-world elements and examples of character and leadership. The list of speakers at LCLDS encompasses a diverse group of veteran leaders from the military, government, community development, education, business, and religious faiths. Here is just a sample:
Commander Scott Waddle, U.S.N. (Ret.)- Commanding officer of the nuclear submarine USS Greenville when it collided with a Japanese fishing vessel off Pearl Harbor in 2001 killing nine aboard the fishing vessel. Commander Waddle’s presentation, Failure is not Final, is an incredible story of responsibility, honesty, honor, and sacrifice in the aftermath of the tragic ordeal.
Major General Floyd Carpenter, U.S.A.F.– Commander, 8th Air Force, Barksdale AFB, Joint Functional Component Commander for Global Strike, U.S. Strategic Command, Offutt AFB. A leader of leaders.Colonel Kelly Murray, M.D., U.S. Army– Commander, Bayne Jones Army Community Hospital, Fort Polk. Her leadership awards include: Bronze Star Medal with “V” Device, Bronze Star (2 OLC), Purple Heart, and many more.
Mack McCarter– Founder and Coordinator, Community Renewal International. A remarkable real-world example of a leader of character that’s changing the world one community at a time.
George Moore, Jr.– Director, Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Air Force pilot in Vietnam, 2003 DAV Outstanding Disabled Veteran of the Year.
A Panel titled “Character, Leadership and Women” featuring Louisiana State Senator Sherry Cheek; Gwen Campbell, Executive Assistant Community Relations, City of Shreveport; Markey Pierre, Immediate Past Chairman of the Board, Shreveport Chamber of Commerce; and Louisiana State Senator Lydia Jackson.
A Panel titled “Character, Leadership and Religion” featuring Bart Riggins, Pastor, Light of the World Community Church of God; Michael Duca, Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Shreveport; Foster Kawaler, Rabbi, Congregation Agudath Achim; and Dr. Pat Day, Senior Pastor, First United Methodist Church.
And the list goes on. Visit http://LCLDS.com for the full list of speakers, their pictures and bios, and the conference schedule. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of what promises to be a phenomenal event.
Cost: $85.00, includes the day-long symposium with snacks, drinks, and lunch. Open seating. Visit http://LCLDS.com to register or call (318) 798-4177. See the website for full and current information
