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(CNN) -- Cindy McCain, wife of Sen. John McCain, said Thursday that the spouses of the presidential candidates should be allowed to have some privacy.
Cindy McCain was in Hanoi, Vietnam, for a humanitarian mission on Thursday.
"I do not think that spouses and family members ... are fair game," she told CNN's John King.
"There has to be some decorum left in politics and in American journalism as well. Our husbands are the candidates," she said.
McCain was in Hanoi, Vietnam, where she was working with an organization that helps children who have facial deformities.
Her husband, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, spent more than five years as a prisoner of war in Vietnam.
Cindy McCain defended stepping forward after, at a campaign event in February, Michelle Obama said, "For the first time in my adult life, I'm really proud of my country."
Michelle Obama is the wife of Sen. Barack Obama, the presumptive Democratic presidential candidate.
After Michelle Obama's remarks, Cindy McCain told a crowd I "am proud of my country. I don't know about you, if you heard those words earlier -- I am very proud of my country."
She insisted that her response was nothing planned and was instead an "emotional outpouring on my part." Watch what Cindy McCain says about Michelle Obama »
"I'm an emotional woman when it comes to service to our country. I watched many people's children leave and go serve. This is something that is the fiber of the McCain family. It was nothing more than me just saying I believe in this country so strongly," she said.
McCain praised Michelle Obama, saying she's a "fine woman. She's a good mother. We both are in an interesting line of work right now."
John McCain said last week that every candidate's wife "should be treated with respect, and if there's any disrespectful conduct on the part of anyone, those people should be rejected."
"I have the greatest respect for both Sen. [Barack] and Michelle Obama. ... I've never met her, Mrs. Obama; she's a talented and a very effective person. And I admire both of them," he said.
In an interview with the Christian Broadcasting Network, Barack Obama said he was disappointed that John McCain did not step up when other Republicans launched attacks against his wife.
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"I think families are off-limits. I would never consider making Cindy McCain a campaign issue. If I saw people doing that, I would speak out against it. And the fact that I haven't seen that from John McCain, I think, is a deep disappointment," he said Wednesday.
The McCain camp quickly fired back, charging that the Democratic National Committee openly criticized Cindy McCain for not including enough information when she released her tax returns.
In a written statement, McCain's campaign said, "Sen. McCain agrees with Sen. Obama that spouses should not be an issue in this campaign, and he has stated that position frequently.
"Unfortunately, when the Democratic National Committee was attacking Mrs. McCain, Sen. Obama was not strong enough to stand up and speak out. Obama's silence speaks volumes, and it's unfortunate that he would single out others for a standard he himself has failed to live up to."
Michelle Obama said Wednesday that she was "touched" when first lady Laura Bush came to her defense.
"There's a reason why people like [the first lady]," Obama said on ABC's "The View." "She doesn't fuel the fire."
Laura Bush told ABC last week that the remarks must have been misinterpreted.
"I think she probably meant 'I'm more proud,' " said the first lady, adding that "you have to be very careful in what you say" when you're campaigning.
"That's one of the things you learn, and that's one of the really difficult parts both of running for president and for being the spouse of the president, and that is everything you say is looked [at] and, in many cases, misconstrued."
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James David "JD" Hendrickson
March 23, 1948 - March 15, 2017
James David "JD" Hendrickson, 68, met his Heavenly Father on March 15, 2017 in Sugar Land, Texas. JD was a devoted husband, loving father, doting "Papa D" to his seven grandchildren, and loyal friend to many. He was born to James Ralph Hendrickson and Anna Braudaway Hendrickson on March 23, 1948 in New Orleans, Louisiana and was their only child. He married his college sweetheart, Sharon Ledbetter on May 15, 1971 in Cheyneyville, Louisiana.
JD served in the US Army National Guard from 1967-1972 while attending the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. After graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering degree they relocated to Carrollton, Texas. JD began a lengthy career with Halliburton HES (Otis Engineering) in 1972. His roles would include Field Engineer, Staff Engineer, Design Group Manager and Principle Engineer. In 1998 JD relocated to Sugar Land, Texas where he spent 11 years at Schlumberger as a Project Manager – Packer New Product Development. JD was an accomplished and recognized Petroleum Engineer who was credited with more than 15 patents related to the oil and gas industry.
JD loved the Lord and was dedicated to serving the church body as a Deacon and Adult Sunday School Teacher at Webb Chapel Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Carrollton.
JD was preceded in death by his parents James and Anna Hendrickson, and wife of 44 years Sharon Hendrickson. Survived by his daughters, Sarah Carpenter (Wade), Rebecca Albus (Jeff); brother in-laws, Bill Ledbetter (Barbara), Glenn Ledbetter (Laurie); sister in-law, Ann Roper (Dan); and grandchildren, Angel Albus, Jonathan Albus, Seth Albus, Hannah Albus, Clayton Carpenter, Drew Carpenter, Owen Carpenter; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Information
A Memorial Service is to be held on Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Kingsland Baptist Church, 20555 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450
Donations Information
In lieu of flowers a donation to your local public library is encouraged as JD was an avid reader and lifelong learner.
That's the second obituary in the last 12.75 months in which I have been listed as one of the two surviving daughters. Twice in less than 13 months I have held the lifeless hand of a parent. The two people who welcomed me into this world on August 12, 1979 have both departed from this world. At 37 years old, I'm an orphan. Parentless. And that reality hurts.
We had planned a visit for the latter part of Spring Break week to see my Dad. We knew that, with baseball and Spring activities coming up, we wouldn't have another opportunity for a visit until June. So, we asked my Dad if we could come down Wednesday through Friday of Spring Break week. He, of course, answered with an enthusiastic, "yes!"
We got a late start leaving town on Wednesday morning. We intended to leave by 10:00 but didn't get away until 10:50. I texted he and my sister at 11:43 to let them no that we got a late start and the GPS said that we would be there at 3:40. Then we hit traffic, and our journey got even longer. We texted back and forth several times on our way down. The last text that I got from my Dad was at 3:21.
We pulled up to his house at 4:10 - less than 50 minutes since his last text. We knocked but he didn't answer. We rang the doorbell, but he didn't come. We called his phone, but he didn't pick up. We assumed that he had fallen asleep, so we let ourselves in with my key. Wade immediately went to the back door to take Brody outside. I went straight to the stairs (arms still carrying a load of things from the car). I just knew that he was upstairs in his bed asleep. He would want for me to wake him and let him know that we had arrived.
Wade said my name (in a casual way, not a frightened tone) while I was still on the second step. I didn't sense that anything was wrong, so I didn't move quickly. He looked at me across the kitchen and said, "Put your stuff down. Your Dad fell." Then I panicked. What if he broke something? He's got to be in pain. I have to help him.
I threw my stuff on the table and ran outside. It was bad. It was horrific, in fact. I knew immediately that he was gone. I couldn't do anything to help him. I felt for a pulse, knowing that there wouldn't be one. We called 911, knowing that none of their life saving equipment could save this life. I sobbed over his body and begged him to forgive me for not being there. I should have been there. He was too good of a man to die by himself.
EMS came and immediately the paramedic said, "I'm sorry, but your Father is dead." He saw what I saw - signs that there was nothing more, medically, to be done. He had to say what he said in the way that he said it, though. It's what we are trained to do. You use clear language to convey to the family that their family member is deceased. You don't leave any room for them to wonder about what you are saying. He said what he was trained to say. But the finality of his statement was still hard to hear. He printed a strip that showed a flatline and said that he was sorry for our loss. He was professional, but caring. A police officer came and told us that we had to step away from the body. She apologized but said that, because his death was "unwitnessed," they had to rule out any criminal activity. I'm sure that is protocol, but, man, it stinks. I didn't get to spend all of the time that I wanted saying goodbye. I had to leave him there lying on the ground outside. That was devastating.
At this point, I had no idea where my kids were. I remember seeing them looking through the backdoor while I was crying. They saw everything. God, please take those images from them. Erase those seconds of time when their young hearts saw the ugly parts of death. Oh, how I wish that they hadn't seen that. When we got back inside, I realized that the firemen had taken the kids outside. They gave them stickers and tried to distract them. That was kind of them. I will never know who they were, but I am grateful that they saw a need and filled that need. Public servants don't get enough credit.
The next few hours were spent gathering pill bottles to figure out what medications he was on. Searching for his wallet, keys, and cell phone. Trying to crack the security code on his lock screen. Listening as the police officer called the medical examiner to come and pick up his body for an autopsy. Finding a sheet so that they could cover him up so that everyone who walked past the glass door didn't have to have a visual reminder of what had taken place. I had to call people. Tell people. Retell the horror that I had just experienced. Shock is such a weird state. You feel removed from your body. Like what is happening isn't actually happening. Surely, this isn't real. Surely, he isn't really gone. Surely, this isn't as bad as it seems like it is. Wait, is that blood on my hand? Oh gosh, this is real.
Next there was a sleepless night followed by the checklist that you go through after someone dies. Unfortunately, we know this checklist by memory. We just did this a little over a year ago. Call the funeral home. Burial or cremation? Choose an urn. Talk to the organ donation people and answer a million of their questions, most of which you don't know the answer to. Find out when the church is available for a service. Meet with the pastor. Choose Dad's favorite hymns and verses. Contact everyone who you can think of that may want to pay their respects, praying that you don't forget someone in your frazzled state.
The next couple of days kept running together. What day is it? I bet that I asked that 20 times. I was just confused. My in-laws came and immediately went to work trying to organize the chaos. My best friend went to my house and got all of the clothes that we needed for the memorial service. We had brought tee shirts, jeans, and athletic shorts. We were all set for a few fun days with Papa D, this isn't what we planned for. My college roommates ordered food to be delivered. Tons of people texted their condolences, Scripture, and made us feel loved. People were incredibly kind to us.
Then Saturday was the memorial service. My Dad was a brilliant introvert. He didn't need a ton of friends or to be surrounded by people. He had a handful of good friends, and that was all that he needed. So, we expected a small service and set up chairs for 50 people.
Leah & Todd came to the house to bring us coffee and our clothes. Bless them for leaving at 5am to be with us for awhile before the service. Sometimes, you just need your best friends. We got dressed and got to the church an hour early and set up. The rotunda area where we held the service was really pretty - overlooking the prayer garden. Light streamed in from the huge windows and everywhere you looked there were flowers - signs of Spring and signs of life. My Dad would have loved that setting.
People started showing up - my mom's brother, my cousin & his wife, my sister-in-law, brother-in-law, and nieces, dear friends from our church in Keller, my friend Abbey who now lives in Katy and her Mom, my roommates from college, friends of Becca & Jeff, coworkers from various stages of my father's career... All of these precious people dropped their Saturday plans to be with us. They drove far distances. They spent money on gas. They arranged childcare. They went to great lengths on short notice because they knew that our hearts were hurting. I was overwhelmed with emotion at each face that I saw. I didn't deserve that kind of support. I'm grateful that I received more love than I have earned. People are kind.
The pastor did an exceptional job. He has been a gentle shepherd to us at both my Mom's service and my Dad's. He even played the guitar and sang the hymns for Dad's service. How Great Thou Art, It is Well With My Soul, and When We All Get to Heaven - just what my Dad would have wanted to hear. Dad's best friend spoke about their brotherly relationship. My Dad adored Reggie. Clayton (unprompted and unbeknownst to me) stood up there and spoke about his grandfather. That boy is mature beyond his years and blesses me with his tender heart. I was so proud of the way that he conducted himself. My oldest nephew also spoke about his Papa D in such a precious way. These boys that are 12 and 13 did something that I couldn't. So proud of them. Wade spoke and did a beautiful job. He is such a rock, that guy. He speaks straight from his heart and always says the perfect things. He spoke so highly of my Dad. He talked about his servant heart and how his actions were fruit of his faith in Christ. He effortlessly presented the Gospel. He made sure that no one left that room without hearing about Christ and how He impacts the life of a Believer. Praise God for using my husband in the way that He has.
My in-laws took the kids home after the service. They cooked meals, washed clothes, went to the grocery store, and set us up to come home to an orderly home. I'm so grateful for them.
Wade and I stayed in Sugar Land for an extra day. We made lists and strategized with Becca & Jeff about the weeks to come. Then we drove home, mostly silent because of the sheer exhaustion.
This morning, we didn't wake the kids up for school. We let them sleep as long as their weary bodies needed to sleep. We talked about how our friends were probably all going to be discussing their fun Spring Breaks. Even though we didn't have the same experiences, we are glad for our friends and we don't want to steal their joy. We told them that their teachers are praying for them and there for them if they need to talk. We encouraged them to do their best. We talked about praying every time that they feel anxious. The lump in my throat grew with every Scripture and every piece of advice that I shared. I was speaking to myself as much as I was speaking to them. Share in the joy of others, even in your own heartache. Don't worry - see how the Lord cares for the lilies of the field and the birds of the air. He cares much more for you. Don't be anxious, rather come to Him by prayer and petition with your needs. Those were all things that I needed to hear. I have much more confidence in my kids being able to do those things than myself.
I've already gotten several emails from teachers reassuring me that my kids are doing well today. I have been told that there have been a few tears and more Kleenex than usual, but that they are surrounded my friends that are loving on them. I know that they are in an environment where they will be loved, but, gosh, it was hard to send them. God, be with them. Hold them close throughout the day. You know them and love them even more than I do. Minister to them in a way that only You can.
The last 13 months have been so horrific. I know that this is the Lord's plan for me. I surrender my life to Him in every respect. I want to go through whatever He has chosen for me. I want for Him to mold me into exactly who He wants me to be. I will do anything to know Him more and to grow in Him. I know that the troubles of this earth are momentary and fleeting compared to an eternity in Heaven. I know that He is in control and has allowed all of my suffering. I know that this suffering will make me complete in Him. I 100% trust Him and His sovereignty.
But, that doesn't mean that I'm not sad. I am sad. It doesn't mean that I don't sometimes wish that He had chosen a different lot for me. I do, in fact, wish that. It doesn't mean that I don't look around me and compare my circumstances to those around me. I am surrounded by people with absolutely beautiful hearts. People who I know are faithful followers of Christ. People who serve His people well. People who selflessly love out of the love that they have received from our Father. People who don't have any malice in their heart. And sometimes, when I compare my life to theirs, it feels like I drew the short straw. It feels like God is punishing me. It feels like He sees them as good and me as bad. It feels like I earned my lot and they earned theirs. It feels like somehow blessings are tied to good behavior and sorrows are tied to bad.
But, I know that my God is not a series of if/then statements. He doesn't change his plans based on my actions. He is the God of the universe and He does as He sees fit. Of course, we should reflect on what He is teaching us in the midst of suffering. We should always start there. I agree with that wholeheartedly. But, I refuse to see God as anything less than both a righteous judge and a loving Father. He cannot be one without the other. He is both. Not all suffering is punishment. He doesn't bless the good and punish the bad. That's not how it works. Sometimes we suffer for good (religious persecution). Sometimes we suffer for bad (we make bad choices and suffer the consequences of those actions). And sometimes we suffer just to suffer. Sometimes it is just to grow us and prepare us for life to come. Sometimes it is to help us to minister to others in the future. Sometimes it is so that we will see His character in a deeper way. It isn't so simple as to say, you did x so y will happen. My God is much deeper than that. And all I know right now is that I trust Him. I trust Him with every ounce of my being. I know that He is good even when everything else is bad. I know that He loves me even when He allows sorrow to come my way. I know that I want to glorify Him even when life is hard. I know that He is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. His love for me hasn't changed just because my circumstances have. God my life is Yours, and I will praise you when life is easy and when it is hard. I love you and trust you above all else.

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IRVINE, Calif., April 15, 2013 – Biomerica, Inc. (OTC BB: BMRA) today reported net sales of $5,002,418 for the nine months ending February 28, 2013, compared to $4,538,944 for the same period in the previous year, an increase of 10.2%. Sales for the three months ending February 28, 2013 were $1,416,698, compared to $1,514,673, a decrease of $97,975, or 6.5%.
Net income for the nine months ended February 28, 2013 was $492,937 compared to a net income of $494,329 during the same period in fiscal 2012. For the quarter ended February 28, 2013, the company reported a net loss of $35,614 compared to net income of $181,445 for the same period in the previous fiscal year. The loss was attributed to an increase in development costs associated with new products, increased fees associated with regulatory filings, increased trade-show presence, a one-time write-off of obsolete inventory, and increased production costs coupled with lower sales.
"While we were disappointed with our financial results we remain positive about the outlook and opportunities to expand our distribution," stated Zackary Irani, Biomerica CEO.
Biomerica (OTCBB: BMRA)
Biomerica, Inc. (www.biomerica.com) is a global biomedical company that develops, manufactures and markets advanced diagnostic products used at the point-of-care (in home and in physicians' offices ) and in hospital/clinical laboratories for the early detection of medical conditions and diseases. The Company's products are designed to enhance the health and well being of people, while reducing total healthcare costs. Biomerica primarily focuses on products for Diabetes, Gastrointestinal Disease and esoteric testing.
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Monday, July 19, 2010
In Which I Make a Lot of Resolutions
Like I said, though, I'm actually not being fair to myself. I've accomplished a LOT of research for Housewives and Hussies. I've been amassing a bibliography and detailed notes (I started counting but then lost interest in that - I'd say that since summer began I've probably been through somewhere around 30-40 books, which means that my archive for the project in terms of book-length things on which to draw is probably at around a hundred, and while it's true I've got more to do, it's also true that I'm nearly at the point where I should really begin writing, because that number of sources is not at all including book articles or journal articles or reviews or any other non-monograph type sources, nor is it including primary source material). I've also got about 5 pages of notes that are putting the shape of the project on paper (which I know doesn't sound like a lot, but those are some important pages).
Anyway, and then of course in addition to all that I moved into a new house, wrote and presented a conference paper, reviewed an article for a journal, spent a week doing home improvements with my mother, visited my hometown, threw my first dinner party, and who the heck knows what else. In other words, I must stop beating myself up for not being productive. I'm a productive lady.
Of course, I'd feel a lot MORE productive if I were actually accomplishing tangible goals - i.e., finished with the r and r I've had hanging over my head for an age, or producing actual draft pages of Housewives and Hussies. The problem as I see it is that I keep finding excuses not to write. One of those excuses is another thing that I need to do that I haven't been able to motivate myself to do - which is planning for the conference that I'm hosting next spring and dealing with other stuff related to the group for which I'm hosting it.
So. Today. Today is the day that I'm going to get a TON of things accomplished for that conference stuff. In addition, I'm going to accomplish a lot for that other group. I also need to run some errands (return some things to M@cy's, go use a gift card, bank, library). And I have to make myself do this stuff because if I can make myself do this stuff, then I won't have excuses not to do the writing stuff that I'm finding it difficult to motivate myself to do.
And I actually have a real post upcoming about Housewives and Hussies in which I reveal that I'm a snob and that in spite of the fact that I know it's interesting, I have no desire to write a book that examines popular television commercials or sit coms in order to provide context for the high-brow television that I find most compelling. I actually think that there is something special about the Cable Series As Art Form, and in spite of people's desires for me to be a new historicist, I am not a new historicist. (And, this whole belief in the specialness of one thing as opposed to another pretty much means that I'm a liberal humanist disguised as a postmodern sort of person, but I'm going to pretend that there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.) Oh, and that's another thing. While it may seem like I'm still in the very fuzzy stages of this project, I'm actually not. I'm talking about the project fuzzily still, but in fact I am pretty set on where it's heading. I see the shape of it very clearly, and I see how the chapters build together. I have an outline that is probably sick in its level of detail. In other words, don't trust me when I say that I'm not sure where I'm going yet. I'm actually pretty freaking sure, but I'm not ready to tell people yet so I pretend I don't know. This is a trick of obfuscation that I learned in grad school - to pretend that one's ideas are "fuzzy" when really they are just "private." It sort of makes me sick doing that, but old habits die hard.
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- Notorious Ph.D. said...
Good for you! I'm so glad you posted this, because after making my "new summer's resoultions", I'm finding a need my "mid-summer kick in the ass." Something gentle and forgiving, but a kick in the ass nonetheless.
You guys need to chillax. When you're on your deathbeds, I'm pretty sure you won't be thinking, "Fuck! If only I had worked harder back in the summer of 2010!"
- Dr. Crazy said...
Did you seriously say "chillax" Physioprof? I feel like you came here in a time machine from the 1990s :)
As for the will we care on our deathbeds about the work in the summer of 2010, perhaps not. However, with our teaching loads, we *will* be pissed off at ourselves in, say, 2012, when we wasted the time that we did have to actually work on shit we wanted to work on. Or, perhaps I shouldn't speak for Notorious - *I* will hate myself in 2012 if I don't use this time wisely. Because, dude, the next time I can look forward to research leave at this institution is in 2017, and I'll never have a hope of working at another institution (where I might get a leave sooner) if I don't actually do something with this one. I mean, I suppose I could just hang up my hat and decide to be at my current institution forever, but at that point, I might as well just give it up and stop doing research altogether, right?
(Sorry, I'm weirdly bleak after having watched "A Single Man" which all people in the world who've not seen it should watch immediately because it is most awesome.)
What are these weird comments that look like a series of mahjohng tiles?
Nice how you delete the fucking thing and make me sound like I'm having a bad acid trip!
- Dr. Crazy said...
:) I thought it was hilarious when I did that.
S'cool. I'm jes chillaxin', playin' high-stakes mahjohng with my peeps.


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When I was a little girl, we spent the summers at Bald Head Island. It was quite the adventure back then (we won't say how long ago). No phones, TV's, no stores, shops, restaurants. It was good old fashioned fun. We spent the days looking for shells, alligators, catching turtles, swimming and exploring. Now it has the convenience of a grocery store, clubs, pools and planned activities and we try to take our children as often as we can so... Spring Break... here we come! I have gotten in a very bad habit of selecting a vacation rental based on decor. Not sure this is how most (including my hubby) would go about the process. Price, location, proximity to the water/golf/attractions. Not me. Check out this completely remodeled villa where we will be spending Spring Break!
They had me at the Egg chair.
Hello! How long have I wanted a swinging bed (ok that sounded bad).
Driftwood mirror AND and amazing outdoor space? My husband saw the TV and that's all it took.
West Elm zig-zag...
I love how they did the built-in bunks -- perfect for all of my kids.
Isn't it just divine! I can't wait to tell you all about it!
Bye bye birdie,
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Rain and extra security slowed down morning crowds at the Kentucky Derby, but thousands of poncho-covered racing fans were still expected to fill Churchill Downs.
Early fans were unfazed as Kentucky National Guardsmen searched bags and passed metal-detecting wands over race-goers Saturday in Louisville. The tightened security imposed in response to the Boston Marathon bombings was similar to actions taken after 9/11.
In 2009, the track relaxed some policies, but most of the measures were reinstated this year, including a ban on coolers. Fans this year can purchase disposable coolers inside Churchill Downs, complete with ice.
Among other things, the track banned backpacks and large purses. And despite a forecast for rain all day, umbrellas were not allowed.


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- Lawmakers expected to vote to make firearms optional in schools
- Critics say plan would endanger students%2C faculty
- Lawmakers are likely to scale back the controversial legislation
INDIANAPOLIS -- Lawmakers are likely to scale back controversial legislation Tuesday that would have made Indiana the first state in the nation to require every public school to have an armed staff member or security guard.
House Ways and Means Republican Chairman Tim Brown said there's growing consensus among Democrats and Republicans to make the move an option rather than a requirement. He said many lawmakers believe security decisions should be left to individual school districts.
Brown's committee took public testimony on the bill Monday morning, with several people and organizations raising concerns about the mandate. A committee vote on the legislation is expected Tuesday.
"There are questions about this type of a mandate to local school corporations when they know what issues are in their local district and their local buildings," Brown said.
The General Assembly, he said, is better suited to provide resources to help districts implement their individualized security plans. That, in fact, was the original intent of the legislation. The Senate-approved version of the bill largely aimed to start a state grant program to help school districts hire and train police officers to work with students and buy safety equipment. The Senate included $10 million in the budget for the program.
But last Tuesday, in a move that surprised both Gov. Mike Pence and Senate President Pro Tempore David Long, freshman GOP lawmaker Jim Lucas led a successful effort in the House Education Committee to amend the bill to require every public and charter school in the state to have an armed protection officer. Under his proposal, the protection officer could be a principal, teacher, staff member, security guard or police officer.
An armed employee, Lucas believes, could have prevented the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Connecticut in December that killed 20 students and six adults. Lucas' proposal mirrored a National Rifle Association-sponsored study released the same day recommending schools across the nation train and arm at least one staff member -- a response to fears about mass school shootings.
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New Prague Minnesota School in Lockdown, Students Reported Okay [UPDATED]
WCCO TV in Minneapolis is reporting a middle school in New Prague, Minnesota was placed on lockdown this morning after someone called 911 reporting a shooting within the school.
According to the report, police are on the scene and the preliminary investigation shows no shooting occurred. The situation has still prompted a lockdown situation for students and staff, which is reportedly still under effect. Along with the school, a nearby building was also put on alert.
Police are searching the building and we will have updates as they become available.
According to City Pages, there was a bomb threat at the New Prague High School a month ago.
UPDATE: (10:15 am 03/20/13): Police have finished their sweep of the area and have declared it clear. The school plans to send students home at 10:30 this morning.
UPDATE: (11:50 am 03/20/13): City Pages is reporting they have learned police have taken a 12-year old into custody over this morning's 911 call, which is being considered a potential hoax.
New Prague is located about 45 miles south of Minneapolis and has school size of about 875 students in grades 6-8.


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Three boys, one dog, one chinchilla…Sometimes, you just have to STOP…and Count To Ten.
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I've already told you about my favorite Christmas children's books, but I suppose I should tell you now about our favorite Christmas movies. One of families' MOST favorite Christmas movie is A Christmas Story. Our Eli (who's 10 now) has most of it memorized. "I want an official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle". And, as if on que, I'll say, "but, You'll shoot your eye out!"
My husband has multiple air rifles and poor little Eli has wanted a BB gun for years! I keep procrastinating, because, even the box says that you should be 10 years old.
So…I suppose this is Eli's LUCKY year!
He's such a responsible young man, and has even earned his Rifle Shooting Safety Badge in scouts. I mean…how can you possibly refuse a kid like this??
I do think that before you purchase a bb gun for your kiddo, you should really talk to them about gun safety.
- Identify all the parts of the gun and how it functions.
- How to load the ammunition.
- How to shoot a target (and WHAT they are NOT allowed to shoot!)
- If you're going to require your kiddo to wear safety goggles.
- Where to store the gun and ammunition.
- When and where are appropriate places to take the gun.
- and even MORE gun safety rules can be found on Daisy's Website.
If you've done all that…then I suppose it's time to swallow hard, your kid is growing up! Time to take a trip to Cabela's and find that Daisy Red Ryder BB Gun!
As I am a SHOPPING professional, it didn't take us long to locate the guns and pick out our favorite one (did you know they had PINK ones)? You can see all our antics at Cabela's by clicking HERE.
With safety goggles, BBs, and the gun…the only thing left to do is wrap this thing before Eli gets home from school.
First…I would like to tell you that this gun is HUGE! It was almost too long for my wrapping paper. Second, I can't leave it under the tree…because it WILL NOT fit and he'll know EXACTLY what it is! SO, I'm hiding it in my closest until Christmas morning.
He's going to PEE in his pants!
And that…makes this mama happy!
This is the PERFECT gift because:
- MOST kids want one (for SURE after they've seen The Christmas Story)
- It's an affordable gift that won't break the bank (about $30ish on up)
- It's a great family outdoor activity (for boys, girls, moms, and dads)
- Creating fun targets to shoot will keep everyone involved
- It helps teach responsibility
- and…watching the smile on their face is priceless!
So, tell me…did YOU have a Daisy Red Ryder BB gun when you were younger?? What can you remember about it??
If you STILL need to do more research…check out these links:
- Daisy Website: http://www.daisy.com/
- Daisy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaisyOutdoor @DaisyOutdoor
- Daisy Outdoor on Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/DaisyOutdoor
OH my goodness…I forgot to mention something:
How would you like to WIN YOUR VERY OWN DAISY RED RYDER BB GUN??
Just enter below:
Good luck!
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias™ and Daisy. #CBias #SocialFabric All opinions, cute kids, and photos are my own!