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By Jenny Hale
The Soldier for Life - Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) launched its first edition of a new Army magazine called Hire a Soldier on Nov. 29. The online publication features advice, tips, and stories for transitioning Soldiers who are planning for life after Army service.
The first edition features Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel Dailey and his advice for transitioning Soldiers. "At the end of the day, transition is a process and it's something every Soldier will go through. We all must transition at some point and from every rank in the Army. There are a lot of resources out there and starting early is key to properly preparing." Dailey said.
From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs
MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- Applications are now being accepted for enlisted information warfare community personnel to attend the National Intelligence University (NIU), the Navy announced in a message, Dec. 10.
According to NAVADMIN 299/18, active-duty Sailors in the cryptologic technician (CT), intelligence specialist (IS) and information systems technician (IT) ratings can now apply for enrollment in NIU for Bachelor of Science in intelligence, Master of Science of strategic intelligence and Master of Science and technology intelligence degree programs.
MYTH 1:My parents make too much money, so I won't qualify for any aid.
FACT: The reality is there's no income cut-off to qualify for federal student aid. It doesn't matter if you have a low or high income; most people qualify for some type of financial aid, including low-interest federal student loans. Many factors besides income—such as your family size and your year in school—are taken into account.
From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy authorized special leave accrual (SLA) for Sailors who had leave either canceled or disapproved in support of humanitarian and emergency assistance for Hurricane Florence, in NAVADMIN 294/18, Dec. 7.
Commanding officers and officers in charge may approve SLA for Sailors whose leave was canceled or disapproved between Sept. 14-30, 2018. SLA approval is limited to the amount of leave that was canceled or disapproved, up to a maximum of 14 days.
By Sgt. 1st Class Jon Soucy December 29, 2016
ARLINGTON, Va. -- A recently signed law gives official veteran status to National Guard members who served 20 years or more. Previously, Guard members were considered veterans only if they served 180 days or more in a federal status outside of training.
"As long as you were deployed on active duty for at least 180 days and you didn't get a dishonorable discharge or a bad conduct discharge coming off those orders, then you could be considered a veteran," said Army Sgt. Maj. Matthew Krenz, a legislative liaison at the National Guard Bureau who provided background information to Congressional members working on the bill.
By Cheryl Pellerin, DoD News, Defense Media Activity December 27, 2016
WASHINGTON -- The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is making available to military amputees the first production versions of a groundbreaking upper-limb prosthesis, according to a DARPA press release.
Dr. Justin Sanchez, director of DARPA's Biological Technologies Office, delivered the first two advanced "LUKE" arms from a new production line during a ceremony Thursday -- evidence that the fast-track DARPA research effort has completed its transition into a commercial enterprise, DARPA officials said.
By Spc. Tynisha Daniel December 23, 2016
FORT BRAGG, N.C. -- Every year U.S. and international service members conduct a joint airborne operation that provides toys to children who might otherwise not have any waiting for them under their tree on Christmas morning.
Founded by Sgt. 1st Class Randy Oler in 1998, the Operation Toy Drop is also an annual training exercise that prepares Soldiers to support the military in theaters of operation around the world. Each December at Fort Bragg, U.S. and foreign paratroopers gather to conduct the charitable training and airborne operation.
By Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs Office
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Today, the Navy released an update to the Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) award plan for active component (AC) and full time support (FTS) Sailors in NAVADMIN 212/16.
This update, NAVADMIN 284/16, increases 16 SRB award levels, decreases 49 awards, adds 49 new eligible skills and removes seven skills eligible to receive bonuses from the Navy's most recent SRB NAVADMIN released this past October.
From Navy Installations Command Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) has announced the Navy's 2017 Installation Excellence Award Winners.
This installation excellence award program recognizes the Navy's top three large and small installations, and rewards installation performance in accordance with the command's strategic goals and Office of the Secretary of Defense criteria for the DoD-wide Commander-in-Chief Installation Excellence Awards.
From Chief of Naval Operations Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- On Dec. 21, the Navy announced that effective immediately, Sailors may continue to be addressed by their Rating Titles.
Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral John Richardson, with the support of Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Steve Giordano, made the announcement in NAVADMIN 283/16.
By Amaani Lyle DoD News, Defense Media Activity
WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2016 — Vietnam veteran and former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel returned to the Pentagon today to join Defense Secretary Ash Carter in officially opening an exhibit honoring the estimated 9 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War.
A two-time Purple Heart recipient, Hagel joined Carter and other Pentagon officials for the official ribbon cutting of the display, which spans a swath of a third-floor corridor.
By U.S. ArmyDecember 21, 2016
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. -- For 60 years, North American Aerospace Defense Command, otherwise known as NORAD, and its predecessor, the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) have tracked Santa's flight.
The tradition began in 1955 after a Colorado Springs-based Sears Roebuck & Co. advertisement misprinted the telephone number for children to call Santa. Instead of reaching Santa, the phone number put children through to the CONAD Commander-in-Chief's operations "hotline." The director of operations at the time, Col. Harry Shoup, had his staff check the radar for indications of Santa making his way south from the North Pole. Children who called were given updates on his location, and a tradition was born.
December 20, 2016
In December, families often take time to come together and celebrate the holidays. Whether you are taking part in traditions that have been in your family for generations or creating new ones with your own kids, the holiday season is a perfect time to reinforce the values of charity and generosity. It's easy for kids to become wrapped up in getting presents, but during the holidays, you can show them that spending time giving back to others can be just as fun and much more rewarding!
Depending on the age of your kids, you may want to talk to them about what it means to give back to the community and why it is so important. Remind them that it is not the amount you give or even giving money at all. Time and effort can make all the difference. PBS Parents recommends framing this conversation around how your kids' actions will affect others, since children often operate from a center of self. Similarly, the Family Dinner Project (link is external) suggests starting out by asking kids, "What can you give or do for someone that doesn't cost any money?" Or, for older kids, "Invent a superhero who protects something you care about. What is s/he fighting for? How does s/he create change?"
WASHINGTON- The Department of Veteran Affairs cut the ribbon today for its new Veteran Crisis Line (VCL) satellite office in Atlanta allowing the life-saving hotline to expand capacity by nearly 600 Veterans each day essentially doubling VA's ability to help Veterans in need.
As a part of the MyVA initiative, the largest restructuring in the Department's history, improvements of the VCL are a key priority, with the goal of providing 24/7, world-class suicide prevention and crisis intervention services to Veterans, servicemembers and their family members across the globe.
December 19, 2016
Today HHS' Administration for Children and Families announced a new rule to make state child support enforcement programs more effective, flexible, and family-friendly.
The rule requires state child support agencies to increase their case investigative efforts to ensure that child support orders – the amount noncustodial parents are required to pay each month – reflect the parent's ability to pay. Taking a more realistic approach to calculating child support payments, the rule requires states to consider a low-income noncustodial parent's specific circumstances when the order is set, rather than taking a one-size-fits all approach. And the rule requires that states take the investigative steps necessary to ensure that all relevant information about the noncustodial parent's circumstances are collected and verified.
By C. Todd Lopez December 19, 2016
WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- The still relatively short-staffed Joint Task Force-National Capital Region hosted a rehearsal of concept drill Wednesday to demonstrate the roles the members will perform Jan. 20 during the 58th presidential inauguration.
Using a 60-by-40-foot map of the nation's capital, spread out on the floor of the D.C. Armory, Army Master Sgt. Aaron Lovely walked journalists and other guests through the plans for the inauguration, detailing the various roles military elements would play during the event.
By Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy announced today that Sailors should expect to receive orders with approximately two months lead time for permanent change of station (PCS) moves following passage of a second Continuing Resolution (CR) for Fiscal Year 17 that will fund the government through April 28, of next year.
"The Navy fully realizes that these shortened lead times limit Sailors' time to prepare for moves, and burdens them and their families," said Chief of Naval Personnel, Vice Adm. Robert Burke. "Going forward, we remain committed to providing Sailors with as much information and lead time as we can. Our goal remains to mitigate the CR's impact on Sailors and their families, to the best of our ability. We ask for your patience as we work through the funding challenges."
By James Magdalenski, Director Naval OPSEC Support Team (NOST) Public Affairs
NORFOLK (NNS) -- The Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus just issued ALNAV 072/16 to accompany the Department's new Operations Security (OPSEC) policy, which was released May 5.
The ALNAV is intended to spread the broad-reaching implications of the new policy to the widest possible operational audience and communicated the provisions to personnel outside the traditional information warfare community.
By Maj. Ethan Stoker, Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs Published December 12, 2016;
Washington (AFNS) -- Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James held a Facebook town hall to address concerns from Airmen and their family members Dec. 12.;
The town hall meeting provided an update to concerns and issues brought to her attention during the Air Force Spouse and Family Forum in October.;
"I told you we would make best efforts to identify some areas where we can make immediate impact and others where we would get the ball rolling for long-term impact," James said.;
By Amaani LyleDoD News, Defense Media Activity
WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2016 - Defense Department officials announced today the release of the "DoD Plan to Prevent and Respond to Sexual Assault of Military Men," designed to enhance outreach to military men and increase efforts to help them recover.
Army Maj. Gen. Camille Nichols, director of the DoD Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office, said sexual assault destroys unit cohesion and threatens force readiness by eroding bonds of trust that make the military strong and effective. The DoD plan, she added, outlines the need to help all service members better understand the unique aspects of assaults against men and how to prevent them.
By Air Force Marathon Office, / Published December 14, 2016
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFNS) -- Registration for the 2017 Air Force Marathon will begin Jan. 2 at 9 a.m. EST.
Registration will open with special New Year's resolution discounts, and participants who register Jan. 2 will receive $10 off the full or half-marathon and $5 off the 10K or 5K.
By Master Sgt. Gary Qualls Jr. December 14, 2016
For many Soldiers, the prospect of working at NFL headquarters -- planning and setting up exciting events, bumping into famous personalities, and enjoying every minute of the journey along the way --- would seem like a distant dream.
For Staff Sgt. Kyle Richardson, it's a reality; he is serving an internship with the National Football League at NFL Headquarters in New York, and he still finds it hard to believe.
The U.S. Coast Guard Band is scheduled to perform four free holiday concerts in the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia with each concert being a different ensemble of instruments and musical styles.
All concerts are free and open to the public.
December 14, 2016Ed. Note: This post first appeared on the CASA FamilyDay blog.
Learn more tips on how fathers can share stories about their family history with their children to help them to value both their heritage and who they are as individuals. With our NRFC Spotlight on Dads Forever Family: Ancestors Who Shaped Our Lives, available in English and Spanish.
Knowing their family's history can be a source of strength for your kids. Research has found that kids who know more about their parents' and their ancestors' lives are more resilient. Sharing the family's history, including traditions, also encourages bonding.
By John Budnik (USACE) December 13, 2016
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska -- The black, coiled-haired puppy released a deep bellow while napping under a conference table at the feet of his new owner.
"Oh man, he is feeling it now," joked Erik Babb, procurement technician with the Army Corps of Engineers - Alaska District's Contracting Division, while telling the story of how he acquired his new service dog and best friend.
A native of Mountain Pine, Arkansas, Babb received Matai (mah-TIE'), a Portuguese water dog, at no cost from 832 K9's Deputy Dogs, a Florida-based nonprofit group. The organization specializes in providing law enforcement agencies across the nation and Europe with trained bloodhounds to assist in searching for missing persons and other life-saving events.
By Petty Officer 3rd Class Aime Lykins, USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)Public Affairs
PACIFIC OCEAN (NNS) -- More than 100 Sailors participated in a 'Jingle Bell' 5K on the flight deck of USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), Dec. 11.
The race kicked off with Master Chief Petty Officer Christopher Martin, from Silverdale, Washington, a member of supply department, dressed in full Santa Clause attire, bringing runners to their mark and then starting the race with the jingling of a hand bell.
Runners completed 10 laps around a marked track on the flight deck to make the 5K distance.
By C. Todd Lopez December 12, 2016
WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- Secretary of the Army Eric Fanning believes the Army needs to change how it provides support to Soldiers and their families.
Speaking at the Brookings Institute in Washington, D.C. Thursday before representatives and members of the Blue Star Families, an organization founded in 2009 that performs one of the largest surveys of military families and directs them to sources of support, Fanning noted the number of military families with stay-at-home spouses is shrinking.
"The Army needs to recognize that more military spouses are working now," Fanning said. "We must adjust to a reality where it's no longer expected that married Soldiers will have a stay-at-home spouse who takes care of the family and homestead and does volunteer work on the side."
Washington – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is amending its regulation on copayments for Veterans' outpatient medications for non-service connected conditions. VA currently charges non-exempt Veterans either $8 or $9 for each 30-day or less supply of outpatient medication, and under current regulations, a calculation based on the medication of the Medical Consumer Price Index (CPI-P) would be used to determine the copayment amount in future years.
"Switching to a tiered system continues to keep outpatient medication costs low for Veterans," said VA Under Secretary for Health Dr. David J. Shulkin. "Reducing their out-of-pocket costs encourages greater adherence to prescribed outpatient medications and reduces the risk of fragmented care that results when multiple pharmacies are used; another way that VA is providing better service to Veterans."
By Sean Kimmons December 12, 2016
BALTIMORE, Md. (Army News Service) -- Wearing a short-sleeve T-shirt in the frigid cold with his face painted black and gold, the cadet joined other West Point classmates in taunting their rival midshipmen Saturday before the Army-Navy game.
"We beat Temple! We beat Temple!" they belted, referring to the Army's first win of the season to the Temple Owls, a team that managed to beat Navy in the American Athletic Conference championship game a week before.
By Lance Cpl. Jake McClung, Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- More than 600 Marines with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and 1st Marine Division conducted exercise Seahorse Wind at Marine Corps Bases in Southern California and Arizona, Dec. 4 - 9.
Seahorse Wind is a long-range raid exercise where assault-support aircraft transport ground units from one location to a simulated combat zone. Exercise Seahorse Wind is a crucial component to exercise Steel Knight, a larger exercise meant to test the capabilities of Marines and sailors.
HUD Awards $2.5 Million To Help Youth Living In Public Housing Afford College And Continue Education
"Education Navigators" will help students and their families apply for federal student aid
WASHINGTON - To help low-income youthand their families apply for federal student aid for college and other post-secondary educational opportunities, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today awarded approximately $2.5 million to nine Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) to hire "Education Navigators" to guide them through the application process.
WAILUKU, Maui - Coast Guard Station Maui partnered with the Salvation Army to deliver toys to the children of Molokai, Friday.
A Coast Guard 45-foot Motor Lifeboat crew loaded and delivered 800 toys and clothes to the Salvation Army on Molokai to be given out to the children through the Salvation Army.
Lt. Romelia Howard, the Salvation Army Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division Kahului corps officer, reached out to the Coast Guard as the Molokai ferry used in previous years was unavailable. Howard and her crew rode along with Coast Guard members for the delivery. The division seeks to help over 600 families throughout Maui County, including the islands of Maui, Molokai and Lanai.
By Jim Garamone DoD News, Defense Media Activity
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany, Dec. 8, 2016 - It is ironic that the final stop in the Chairman's 2016 USO Holiday Tour is at this major training base in the heart of Bavaria.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford and his senior enlisted advisor, Army Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, chose Grafenwoehr as one of the stops on the USO Tour this year because they wanted to go to bases that are doing important work and "are kind of hard to get to."
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WASHINGTON - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) today announced it now provides eligibility determinations for interment in a VA national cemetery prior to the time of need. Through the Pre-Need Determination of Eligibility Program, upon request, individuals can learn if they are eligible for burial or memorialization in a VA national cemetery.
"MyVA is about looking at VA from the Veterans' perspective, and then doing everything we can to make the Veteran Experience effective and seamless," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald. "This new program reaffirms our commitment to providing a lifetime of benefits and services for Veterans and their families."
CAPE MAY, N.J. - Coast Guardsmen received a delivery of 50 donated Christmas trees from the Trees for Troops program at Training Center Cape May, Thursday.
The trees were distributed to junior-ranking service members on the base including crewmembers of the tenant commands stationed aboard the TRACEN.
By Terri Moon CronkDoD News, Defense Media Activity
WASHINGTON, Dec. 7, 2016 — First Lady Michelle Obama and military families joined at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling here today to sort toys for the Marine Corps Reserve's "Toys for Tots" program
Obama has participated in the program each year since her husband took office in 2009.
During the event, the first lady also acknowledged today's 75th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack. "When we acknowledge the sacrifice of so many, I want to say a very special thank you to our service members who are here today," she said.
VA is First US Government Agency to Meet "Level of Assurance 3" IT Standard
WASHINGTON - Today, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that, with help from Veteran-run small business ID.me, Veterans will now be able to manage their own health care and benefits online more simply and safely. Vets.gov now meets the "Level of Assurance 3" (LOA3) information assurance standard, which will allow VA to offer Veterans more features on a single convenient site. This is the highest level of security used to protect user data and privacy, and VA is a leader in both the government and private sectors with an LOA3 logon account.
After a year of beta testing, VA launched Vets.gov, where Veterans can now use a single account to access services that were previously spread across numerous websites requiring multiple usernames and passwords. Because of security improvements enabled by ID.me's tools, Veterans can now use Vets.gov to:
By Sgt. David Bedard December 7, 2016
AKIACHAK, Alaska, - Santa Claus traded his sleigh and eight magically motivated reindeer for an Alaska Air National Guard C-130 Hercules during a Dec. 3, 2016, visit to Akiachak.
Saint Nick's journey to the Western Alaska village marked 59 years for Operation Santa Claus, an Alaska National Guard community-outreach effort dependent upon a legion of elfin volunteers and donations from Alaska businesses and individuals.
By Courtesy Story, Marine Corps Installations Pacific
KAPOLEI, Hawaii - Marine Corps Air Station Ewa, Hawaii, wasn't a desirable duty station in 1941. It was a hot, barren field. Marines slept in a tent city for nearly a year before a permanent barracks was constructed. Then, just a week after personnel moved into their quarters, this scorpion-infested air strip and the Marines who served there would be some of the first to suffer from the Japanese attack on Oahu, Dec. 7, 1941.
Marines from U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific presented a wreath to pay their respects to their fallen brethren as part of the greater 75th commemoration of the attacks on Pearl Harbor, Dec. 6, 2016.
By Seaman Jessica Dowell, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East
NORFOLK (NNS) -- Service members of the Hampton Roads community participated in an orientation session Dec. 6 for Onward to Opportunity (O2O), a no-cost training and certification program for service member transitioning to civilian careers.
The program is offered through the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse University, in partnership with the Schultz Family Foundation and Hire Heroes USA.
AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar, Dec. 6, 2016 - The joint was rocking today as the Chairman's 2016 USO Holiday Tour arrived to entertain and thank service members based here.
The air base is a hub for U.S. efforts in the U.S. Central Command region and hosts about 10,000 American soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines. Aircraft based here provide close-air support to indigenous forces taking on the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.
By Senior Airman Alexa Ann Henderson, 36th Wing Public Affairs / December 06, 2016
Andersen Air Force Base, Guam (AFNS) -- Military members from the U.S. Air Force, Coast Guard and Navy, with international support from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and Royal Australian Air Force are joining forces to airdrop and deliver donated toys, clothes, food items and other necessities to remote islands across the Pacific Ocean as part of Operation Christmas Drop 2016.
The annual training mission officially kicked off during a ceremony Dec. 6 at Andersen Air Force Base, where military leaders across the island pushed the first pallet of donated goods into a C-130 Hercules.
By Bob Kramer December 6, 2016
FORT MEADE, Md. (Defense Media Activity) -- Some taxpayers plan their holiday shopping and other purchases on the assumption they will get their tax refund from the Internal Revenue Service in January.
In 2017, that may no longer be the case.
The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes, or PATH Act, signed into law December 2015, requires the IRS to hold tax refunds that include earned-income tax credit and additional child tax credit until Feb. 15, 2017.
By National Guard Bureau Historical Services December 6, 2016
ARLINGTON, Va. - We recognize Dec. 7 as the 75th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in Hawaii, and the beginning, for the United States, of a long and hard military struggle against the Axis powers.
More than 3,400 military personnel and civilians were killed and wounded that day, with significant damage inflicted upon the Pacific Fleet and to the Army Air Corps squadrons stationed in Hawaii. At this uncertain time, Americans came together in a common cause to prevail in an unwanted war.
Coast Guard To Host Tours Aboard Cutters At Aloha Tower, Honolulu, As Part Of Pearl Harbor 75th
HONOLULU - The Coast Guard is offering free public tours of two cutters as part of the observance of the 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor at Aloha Tower in Honolulu Tuesday and Wednesday.
Wednesday the Coast Guard Silent Drill Team will also perform in front of the cutter at Aloha Tower at 2 p.m.
Story Number: NNS161206-19Release Date: 12/6/2016 By Kristine M. Sturkie, Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (NNS) -- The Navy Exchange Service Command's (NEXCOM) Uniform Support Center supports the U.S. Navy in a variety of ways, including ensuring a proper burial for some of the nation's war heroes.
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) laboratory in Hawaii continues to work to identify the remains of Sailors and Marines who were killed during the attack on Pearl Harbor, Dec. 7, 1941. At that time, many service members' remains were buried together because they couldn't be identified. However, as technology has improved over the years and family DNA can be used to identify remains, DPAA is now able to return service members back to their loved ones for burial.
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As the days and nights start to get colder, there are steps you and your family can take to ensure a safer winter.
Keep Temperatures Consistent
Home energy studies show that keeping homes a constant temperature of at least 68 degrees can prevent health and safety-related crises, such as asthma or hypothermia, that may result in hospital visits. It's also more efficient to keep the thermostat at the same temperature overnight to avoid having to "re-warm" your home the next morning.
By Air Force Tech. Sgt. Amber R. Kelly-HerardOffice of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
WASHINGTON, Dec. 2, 2016 - Holly Petraeus from the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau today discussed how service members and their families can help protect their finances.
Petraeus briefed very-senior-level noncommissioned officers attending an annual conference at the Pentagon.
"Protecting your finances and the finances of your troops is important," said Army Command Sgt. Maj. John W. Troxell, the senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and host of the conference. "Having financial problems isn't just bad; it could lead to suicidal thoughts or cause a problem with security clearances."
New collaboration approaches in Child Support and Fatherhood ProgramsNational Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse November 29, 2016
August 2016 celebrated the 21st anniversary of National Child Support Awareness Month. On August 5, 1995, President William J. Clinton signed Proclamation 6814 highlighting the importance of providing for our children as the "sum of our past and the promise of our future," and acknowledging the role of all child support programs to ensuring children receive the necessary financial support to "lead secure and healthy lives."
Today, state and local child support offices are scheduling special events to focus on the importance of providing child support for children and highlight services available to help both custodial and noncustodial parents provide for their children on a regular basis. As previously discussed in our March 2013 and April 2015 NRFC webinars, child support programs are evolving at the national and state levels and moving away from "welfare cost recovery" models to "family centered practices" that emphasize accurate child support orders based on actual income, family distribution, debt prevention, and services to help noncustodial parents who need help obtaining steady employment.
By Kristine M. Sturkie, Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (NNS) -- This holiday season, the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is again giving away free $10 phone cards to Sailors and Marines away from their homeports and those forward deployed to overseas ports during the holiday season.
"NEXCOM is honored to be giving free phone cards to Sailors and Marines deployed and away from home this holiday season," said Thomas Harris, program manager in NEXCOM's Telecommunications Program Office. "NEXCOM has been giving away free phone cards over the holidays for many, many years. This is our way of thanking our service members and their families for the sacrifices they make while in service to our country."
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Expect to see more vendors, food trucks and weekly specials during this season of the Apex Farmers Market, which will kick off Saturday.
The market's new leaders hope to bring new life to the weekly event, which has had trouble attracting vendors and customers in the past.
This year, the goal is more variety. The Apex Farmers Market had become known for hosting crafters, but it didn't have many produce vendors.
Now, customers can find chicken, beef, strawberries, honey, vegetables, gourmet popcorn, baked goods and pottery. Vendors set up on Saturdays outside the Apex Union Train Depot on Salem Street.
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For the first time, the market has a fish vendor, LL Urban Farms in Raleigh. The farm also grows hydroponic lettuce.
Customers will also find vendors that have set up at the market in years past, such as Lone Oak Farm from Chatham County. The farm sells squash, zucchini, eggplant, radishes, bunching onions, lettuce and plants.
"What we're trying to do as a board is reinvent the market," said volunteer market manager Debbie Lubcker. "Bring in more produce, more variety.
"I just need the community to come out and support us," she continued. "The vendors are going to be there. Things are falling into place."
Last year, the Apex Farmers Market was struggling, and Lubcker put out a warning: If more people didn't come out to support the market, it would shut down.
The opening day of last year's market drew a big crowd, but attendance fizzled by mid-season.
Some food vendors pleaded with Lubcker to keep the market going. A group of volunteers formed a board of directors, and the Apex Farmers Market became a nonprofit earlier this year.
"I knew I needed help," Lubcker said.
For the past seven years, she had been running the market herself. She worked with vendors, set up tents, ran marketing efforts and dug into her own pocket to cover expenses.
With a board of directors in place, Lubcker said she expects the market will get a "shot in the arm."
In the past, the market averaged about 10 to 12 vendors every Saturday. Vendors began selling fresh vegetables in May, a month after the official opening.
This year, the market is set to have 26 produce, food, and craft vendors on opening day and at least two food trucks. The market will host a special guest vendor every week to guarantee there is something new.
Visitors can track vendors, coupon specials and the musical lineup at the market each week by signing up for a newsletter, which is a new feature, said board member Veronica Rockwell.
Parking has been an issue in the past. With new sponsors such as the Apex Downtown Business Association, there are now signs that point to parking behind the Tobacco Mule & Exchange Building and The Halle Cultural Arts Center.
"When you are competing against Cary, western Wake and Raleigh farmers markets you have to find a way to set yourself apart," Rockwell said. "We want to keep it that small-town market.
"We want people to see this is a community environment," she continued. "The small businesses are what makes America tick. It's hard to compete with big farms who supply Walmart and the big grocery chains. If we don't support our local farms, then all our produce will be coming from out of the area."


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The Rough-Legged Buzzard (Buteo lagopus) is an Uncommon Visitor to Britain Which has Never Bred Here
The rough-legged buzzard is difficult to distinguish from pale forms of the common buzzard, but the most distinctive features are the white tail with a well defined terminal bar, dark carpal patches and black patch on the belly.
In flight the wings and tail are longer than the resident species. It soars and glides with wings held higher, and often hovers.
The species gets its name from the feathering right down its legs, an adaptation to the cold climate in its Arctic breeding grounds.
Length: 50-60cm, wingspan: 120-150cm
Status in UK
Passage and winter visitor
Population Trends
The first record of a rough-legged buzzard in Britain was in 1792, but it was no doubt often confused with pale forms of the common buzzard. There are usually some 70 records annually during passage, with about 20 reported each winter. Large numbers occasionally come to Britain after years when their small rodent prey is very abundant in the Scandinavian breeding grounds. The last of these was in 1974/75 when more than 250 birds were reported in autumn. About half over-wintered and two pairs remained into the breeding season. They were seen displaying but never bred.
Habitat and Distribution
Rough-legged buzzards breed in tundra, high mountains and forest edge in the Arctic. Winter visitors to Britain are found in open country along the east coast, especially eastern Scotland, East Anglia and Kent. When there are larger numbers it spreads more widely.
The birds visiting Britain breed in the north and west of Scandinavia. The nest, an untidy pile of twigs lined with finer material, is usually on a crag or low rock often overhung by scrub.
In the breeding grounds rough-legged buzzards principally feed on voles and lemmings, but when in Britain rabbits are its favoured prey.
Other Diurnal Birds of Prey


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Swedish Tech Company Strikes Gold Mine
Minecraft, an old-style Internet game made by Swedish outfit Mojang, has become a gamers' favourite. WSJ's Ben Rooney explains its success as a social-network hybrid that doesn't rely on virtual product sales for its success.
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Paper Trimmer
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Retractable Pen Knife
This tool is ideal for making tiny cuts, lifting and applying Dazzles™ stickers, and applying tiny crystal stickers or self-adhesive pearls. You can also use it in combination with a metal ruler for straight cuts.
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A glue stick is easy to use and inexpensive—it's a great option for gluing paper to paper. Zots™ are super sticky dots, which are great for attaching ribbons and flowers. For adding dimension use foam tape. Embellishment Glue Sticks are great if you're securing buttons or chunkier pieces to a card.
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A 12" (or larger) cutting mat protects your work surface. When cutting windows into your cards, use a pen knife on top of your cutting mat. Because it's self-healing the cuts aren't permanent. If it has grid lines printed onto it, you can easily line up ribbons, paper strips, borders and other items onto your cards.
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To make crisp folds, a bone folder is perfect.


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I recent started experimenting with kratom, and I have noticed a slightly improved mood the day after dosing. I know that kratom has some maoi activity but I really have no idea how strong it is. This week I switched from dosing strongly periodically to taking just two tablespoons of regular powdered leaf every night. Its not enough to provide any euphoria, but does give me a sense of relation and helps with getting to sleep. Interestingly, my mood has generally improved throughout the next day. I am getting along with my colleagues better, and studying seems to be a little less draining. Overall I have noticed a brighter mood and less anxiety. Has anyone else experienced these of effects with daily use at a non-recreational level? Also, I have cut my drinking in half from 6 beers a night to 2-3 because I just don't feel like I need it anymore. I am starting to wonder about the possibility of increasing tolerance with daily use (but I suspect that tolerance wont be as much of an issue with such a small dose). Also, I'm wondering about the possibility of addiction even with a small daily dose.
Anyone have some insight?


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The four-day papal visit to Jordan in May could spark a renewal of interreligious relations in that country and in the region, according to Muslim and Catholic analysts. "He's coming after Sept. 11, after the American invasion of Iraq—so many things have changed" in the Middle East, said Farouq Jarar, a Muslim who is director of the Royal Aal al-Bayt Institute in Amman. "Understanding among Muslims and Christians is much more important now than at any time before. His visit will send a strong message to all Muslims, especially after the speech in Germany," Jarar said, referring to the pope's address in Regensburg in 2006, which sparked protests from Muslims around the world because of Benedict's use of a quotation from a Byzantine emperor that many Muslims found offensive. The pope later clarified his remarks, insisting that he did not agree with the emperor's words.
The upcoming visit "will give another side of the coin, and it will be a much better message for Muslims in general and for Arabs in particular," Jarar said. "We think that when the pope understands the issues well, it is something great for humanity, because he's a very influential man. Hopefully, he could be very effective in changing things for the better."
Christians in the region expressed similar hopes. The visit "is considered a new horizon of collaboration between Muslims and Christians, not only in Jordan, but in all the world," said the Rev. Rif'at Bader, who is managing media relations for the visit. "We are looking forward to his visit to the mosque in Jordan," Father Bader said. On May 9 the pope will visit Jordan's new King Hussein Mosque, which can accommodate 6,000 worshippers. "What will the pope do in these moments? I think he will pray to God, a silent prayer. A pope inside of a mosque—it is a sign of mutual respect...just to be there, without saying anything," Father Bader added.
The pope also will give a formal speech outdoors, in front of the mosque. "We cannot predict what the pope will say, but we can imagine that he will talk about the dialogue between Muslims and Christians," Father Bader said. Christians account for 3 percent of the Jordanian population, but have a disproportionately large cultural impact in Jordan, Father Bader said, adding, "We don't focus on the numbers; we focus on the presence."
Sister Caroline Shara, a Chaldean who is a member of the Daughters of the Sacred Heart, said the papal visit to Jordan "will be a time of great blessing for me." A native of Baghdad, Iraq, Sister Shara has been in Amman for seven months serving Jordan's Iraqi refugee population of between 500,000 and 750,000 people, according to United Nations estimates. Many refugees are asking her to obtain tickets for them for the papal Mass at Amman's soccer stadium. "Even Muslims want to see the pope," she said. "I wish, I hope, for the Holy Father to visit my country [Iraq], but it's not a good time for a visit now," Sister Shara said, explaining that many of the horrors she witnessed in Iraq are still vivid in her mind and continuing in the country. "The pope's visit [to Jordan] will help to give me the strength and power to continue my walk with the Lord."
Following his visit to Jordan, Pope Benedict will travel to Jerusalem on May 11. Jarar also expressed hope that the pope "will help in pushing the peace process toward achieving peace in the area and settling the conflict and availing all those concerned of their lawful, legitimate rights."


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How to Find the Right Roofing ContractorMay 07
Need Help Finding the Right Roofing Contractor?
Finding the right Gainesville roofing contractor is one thing lots of people want to try. The main issue is that most people have absolutely no idea in what manner to start. Procrastinating about finding the right roofing contractor is not the way to start. Some would end up preparing for that, while not noticing they are on the incorrect path. It is absolute key to recognize that procrastinating about finding the right roofing contractor and finding the right roofing contractor are two entirely different activities. We will go over what specifically you have to do to find the right roofing contractor.
Even though we will help you think about locating the best roofing contractor, you initially ought to make sure that finding the right roofing contractor is suitable for you. Locating the best roofing contractor is not designed for just anyone, and you ought to think about that before preparing.
Before finding the right roofing contractor, it is beneficial to evaluate your everyday practices. Then equate that against an individual already able to save time and money on your roof. You ought to examine anyone that is productively doing that which you desire to accomplish. Then identify if you're reflecting what they do. This is a beneficial starting place. Here are questions you might go over:
- Are you looking for a quality roof?
- Do you want to Find a Reputable Contractor?
- Do you want the best quality roof for the money?
Ideally, you replied affirmative to these specific questions. Then probably finding the right roofing contractor is an appropriate match for you. Kudos for committing to that initial step forward toward realizing your ambitions by continuing to read!
Finding the right roofing contractor will not likely be the most difficult part of training. Finding the right roofing contractor is a lengthy process which entails on average 30 minutes. It is smart to be as primed as possible before beginning.
These are a few instructions to encourage you to begin:
Asking Friends and Family for Recommendations
An important aspect of the foundation that is essential to find the right roofing contractor involves asking friends and family for recommendations. When you ask friends and family for recommendations, it trains you to be in the right frame of mind to accomplish the ultimate goal of finding the right roofing contractor.
Calling for Estimates
The most critical mistake that a person could make when attempting to find the right roofing contractor is failing on this imperative step. If you choose to not consciously observe calling for estimates, it will be tough. This is how contingent finding the right roofing contractor is on calling for estimates. In case you do not know how to call for estimates, then go on reading because we will explore that here!
Speaking with your Homeowner's Insurance Agent
Speaking with your Homeowner's Insurance agent helps you find the right roofing contractor. Understandably, that can be difficult to get into the routine of doing that. Start speaking with your homeowner's insurance agent each day, and that should become force of habit when you find the right roofing contractor.
Finding the right roofing contractor entails a little bit more than getting up one morning to say, "Oh, I want to find the right roofing contractor." Maybe that can be a start. However to get some success with finding the right roofing contractor, you should initially invest mentally. Visit http://aroofingwebsite.com for more information on a roofing contractor in Gainesville, GA.
All About Having A Windshield ReplacedDec 08
Typically when individuals think of having a windshield replacement in Dalton, they may also consider leaving a crack in the glass. The reality would be that these ideas are completely opposite. Provided you want to enjoy a clear view of the road, there are a few preparations you ought to make in an effort to achieve this goal.
Following are some preparatory guidelines to start you off:
Scheduling a Replacement
Scheduling a replacement would be a no-brainer. You probably already recognize that you would need to schedule a replacement in an effort to have a windshield replaced. Certain people who are unable to schedule a replacement could ultimately face obstacles with having a windshield replaced.
Looking for Auto Glass Shops
Looking for Chattanooga auto glass shop online is an important part of the formula that anyone trying to have a windshield replaced should do. If you are already accustomed to looking for local services online, when it's time to replace your windshield, it will be an easy task.
Calling for Quotes
A big aspect of the process that is essential to have a windshield replaced involves calling for quotes. When you call for quotes, it allows you to be in control of the price you'll be paying to accomplish the basic objective of having a windshield replaced.
We want to explore the process of having a windshield replaced more fully. We will prepare you for what all this entails. Please consider a couple things one ought to line up before attempting to replace your windshield. Before having a windshield replaced, you need to figure out and make sure that replacing your windshield is an appropriate option for your damage.
Before starting what is typically required to successfully repair or replace an auto glass, we will focus on several things that anyone should remember before getting started.
One of the best ways to see whether you will be able to have a windshield repaired would be to look at the size of the damage to your glass. Sometimes, people who have already had their windshield replaced may not have actually needed one. You would not be required to replace your entire windshield if the damage is under the size of a quarter. Yet, you need to be prepared to replace it if the crack continues to spread across the glass. In addition, consider the below questions:
- Do you have a long crack in your glass?
- Is a smaller chip or crack beginning to spread?
- Is your vision hindered by the damage?
Ideally, you responded no to these questions and there is a good chance your windshield can be repaired. If not, then having your windshield replaced is probably the right activity for you. Because unfortunately, a repair is no longer possible and you need an entire windshield replacement performed.
Having a windshield replaced entails nothing more than waking up one day to say, "hey, I am going to have a windshield replaced." Perhaps it can be a troubling issue for some. However to ensure having a windshield replaced is the right option for you, you should initially contact an auto glass shop. autoglass-chattanooga.com
Three Reasons Why You Should Replace The Roof On Your HomeJul 11
When you own a home you probably want to keep it as intact as possible for as long as you can. This often involves doing some preventative maintenance, but it also means that you need to keep a close eye on your roof. Simply having four standing walls is not enough to make a house. You have to maintain your roof throughout the life of your home, and at some point you are going to need to replace it. Understanding why this is important will help you to determine whether or not it is time to do so.
Structural Integrity
You may have a beautiful home, but it will be lost if the roof is not functioning properly. When your roof is leaking or cracked, it could cause bigger problems down the road. A lot of otherwise structurally intact homes have cracked foundations and ceilings with water damage, and usually the reason behind this is a leaky roof. If you see the signs of an unstable roof, you need to start planning your replacement as soon as possible. Waiting too long could cause even more damage to your home as well as your pocketbook. If you need help finding the best metal roofing contractors in Georgia, these guys really helped me out — Mercer & Sons Roofing.
There is nothing secure about a roof that is leaking or in need of replacement. You could be innocently enjoying your day and your ceiling could coming crashing down on you and your family. After a while of being ignored, a roof in need of replacement can be quite dangerous. The saying goes, "a roof over your head." It does not mention anything about "a roof on top of your head." Keep yourself, your loved ones, and your guests worry-free when they are inside by promptly replacing your roof on the outside.
Curb Appeal
Aside from the safety concerns surrounding a roof that is in need of replacement, you probably want your home to look nice as well. Curb appeal is what drives up the value of your home when it is time to sell it. In addition, how your home appears on the outside is a direct reflection of how it is assumed to look on the inside. Regardless of how well-kept the interior of your home is, if it has no curb appeal your hard work will be for nothing. If you are anything like other homeowners, that is the last thing you want after all you've accomplished.
Getting your roof checked out by a professional every now and then is a wise plan for any proactive homeowner who wishes to keep their home intact for as many years as possible. Luckily, most roofing companies offer free estimates, so finding out whether you need a replacement is pretty easy and inexpensive. As a general rule, a home's roof needs to be replaced about every ten to twenty years, depending on a few different factors. However, because it is better to be safe than it is to be sorry, you should be checking your roof's condition on a yearly basis. A Roofing Website (http://aroofingwebsite.com/) can help with all of your roofing needs.
Ready to Raise the Roof?Jun 23
Perhaps you've noticed more leaks than usual. Are there missing shingles, buckling or other signs that something's not right? Ideally, you should give your roof a checkup once a year. Although many roofs can last up to 20 years, the lifetime of your house's roof will be affected by the climate and environment where your house was built. The materials and quality of the original work also be a factor in the roof's durability.
Hiring A Professional, Or DIY Project?
Replacing a roof is not a task to be taken on by the faint of heart. There will be hard labour involved. Removing the old roof can be a particularly time consuming and strenuous task. In some situations you may be able to apply the new roof over top of the existing one. As with any home construction project, be sure and check with your local building inspector before starting any work. Roofing over an existing roof is not allowed in some areas.
If you are comfortable working with hammers and ladders and not afraid of heights, a DIY roof may be an option. It may save you some cash. Many building stores can offer advice and materials should you decide to take the DIY path. The internet has countless home renovation sites and YouTube videos that demonstrate techniques that may be of help.
Roofing Materials: A Variety of Options Available
Most roofs are made with shingles. Wooden, metal or asphalt shingles are very common. More expensive by far are ceramic shingles or those made from slate or other kinds of stone. Their high cost initially is perhaps offset by their durability. In some cases, slate shingles can last up to 100 years before they need to be replaced. The metal roofing, Athens Ga contractor Mercer & Sons Roofing installs is rated to last 50+ years.
There is an interest in roofing materials that are sustainable and also those that incorporate solar panels into their design. While rare in North America, thatched roofs made from straw or even sea grass have been used for centuries to provide protection from the elements. "Green roofs" are true to their name, being made from sod and cut turf.
Roof Design, Construction and Support
The design and shape that a roof takes often depends in great part on the conditions that it will be expected to endure. Roofs can be entirely flat or steeply pitched. In rare cases (such as a barn) a roof may be dome-shaped or arched. Custom-built houses exhibit a wide variety of shapes and support systems that are intended to compliment the homebuilder's design choices.
Other Considerations
A roof not only affords protection from the elements but also can absorb or repel water and heat. You will need to carefully consider how much insulation your house needs. The roof itself may provide adequate insulation depending on the climate where you live. Alternatively, extreme environments will require that additional insulation be incorporated into the roof's design.
Drainage is another issue that will affect the design and materials you choose when constructing your roof. Areas that experience high levels of precipitation will also need to make use of eaves and gutters to draw excess water off the roof and prevent damage. Take the time to do a bit of roof research. It's likely to pay off in the end. If you decide to go with a professional roofing contractor, look no further than mercerandsonsroofing.com
Can your windshield be repaired?Apr 29
There are only a handful of things more frustrating to deal with and then having to decide whether you will have your auto glass repaired or replaced completely.
Each and every year, thousands and thousands of motorists in the United States alone end up dealing with serious auto glass defects in damage that can compromise visibility in your automobile – which can lead to some very, very dangerous driving conditions and situations. Luckily, in Charlotte, NC there is a windshield replacement shop called Auto Glass Pro Shop. You can give them a call or visit their website and quickly have your auto glass issues repaired without paying for costly windshield replacements.
Replacement isn't your only option
Up until a few years ago, most people understood that auto glass repair was only for minor cosmetic flaws and most underlying (and all structural issues) would cause you to have to go with auto glass replacement.
But replacing an entire windshield (or even just a rather small window) in a vehicle can be ridiculously expensive. We are talking about hundreds and hundreds of dollars here.
Thankfully, with new advanced technology being used by professional auto glass repair experts, you'll be able to take advantage of these modern advances and have your auto glass repaired on their most of the time) rather than replaced! When a full replacement of your windshield is the only visit autoglassproshop.com
Determine how you want your auto glass repaired
The first thing that you're going to need to do is determine just how much damage your windshield has dealt with in the first place, as well as understand the extent of that damage. Most chips, dense, and dings seem cosmetic on the surface – but they also have the potential to grow into larger and larger issues if they are not addressed quickly enough.
So long as the problem that you're looking at is 6 inches long or less, most auto glass repair services will use the "traditional" resin approach that has proven to be effective for years now. However, if the glass has been fractured into larger areas than 6 inches (or if the damage penetrates to deeper levels of the glass), you're going to need to take advantage of other synthetic solutions that have been designed specifically to treat those types of conditions.
Finally, if the damage has penetrated clear through both layers of glass (and even the rubber membrane that has been laminated between those two layers), replacement may be the only safe approach you can take.
Choose the right auto glass repair professionals to fix the issue for you!
How to Find the Best Company to Replace the Roof of your HomeApr 29
At some point, whether you want to or not, you are going to have to replace the roof of your home. It may be in five years and it may be in twenty, but eventually the money is going to have to be spent in order to maintain the integrity of your house. Four walls is not enough to keep you safe and cozy; a well-kept roof is an essential part of living a satisfying life. In order for you to get the best deal possible you are going to have to figure out how to find the best company to replace the roof of your home when the time comes. We strongly recommend contacting Mercer & Sons Roofing in Athens, Ga
Assess your Needs
It is nearly impossible for you to know where to find the best deal when you do not even know what you need. Taking the adequate time to walk around your home and assess the problems will help you to determine whether or not the companies you are looking at can offer the services you need. You need to ask yourself if you need a complete replacement or just a simple repair. Sometimes, roofing companies will try to get more money out of you by claiming that you need more work that you really do. Save yourself some time and some cash by taking a quick look for yourself before you start searching for roofing companies.
Get Multiple Estimates
Because competition keeps companies honest and prices low, you should use it to your advantage. Getting a couple estimates from different companies is always a good idea, especially if you are not sure what all needs to be done to your roof. While you're at it, be sure to let the competing company know what the other companies quoted you, as some businesses offer a price-match incentive. If you do this right and you take your time, you should be able to narrow down your search quite a bit.
Utilize Word-of-Mouth
Roofing companies know the value of word-of-mouth advertisement and so should you. Talking to your friends and family is one good way to find a great company to replace your roof. What's more, having a quick word with your neighbors could lead you to finding a good deal as well. Take a look around at the houses in your area and see if you can gather any information as to who performed the roofing services. Without being a creep, see if you can speak with the homeowner at some point. If all else fails, you can at least get some ideas as to how you would like your new roof to look.
See the Better Business Bureau Records
Your friends, family, and neighbors might have some valuable insights, but there is nothing quite like the information you can gather about a business from checking the records of the Better Business Bureau. After you have narrowed down your search to a few options, run their names through the database just to be extra safe. It is free, it is easy, and it is the best way to find a good company to replace the roof of your home.


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Pens welcome Sens for Game 1 of East semis
The top-seeded Pittsburgh Penguins will try to get off to a strong start in the Eastern Conference semifinals, as they host the Ottawa Senators in Tuesday's Game 1 at CONSOL Energy Center.
Although the Penguins cruised to the top spot in the East with a 36-12-0 record in the regular season, the Senators enter this best-of-seven series as an extremely dangerous seventh seed. Ottawa is coming off beating second- seeded Montreal in five games during the opening round and Paul MacLean's squad is eyeing another upset in Round 2.
Pittsburgh, meanwhile, received a tougher than expected test from the eighth- seeded New York Islanders in the conference quarterfinals. The Penguins posted two shutouts against the Isles, but also surrendered 17 goals over the remaining four games.
After outlasting the Isles in six games, the Pens find themselves in the second round for the first time since 2010, the year after Pittsburgh claimed its third Stanley Cup title. The club may have suffered a third straight first-round exit if it wasn't for a goaltender change during the conference quarters.
The Pens were tied at two games apiece with the pesky Isles when head coach Dan Bylsma decided to replace Marc-Andre Fleury with veteran goaltender Tomas Vokoun. After posting a shutout in Game 1, Fleury struggled mightily and allowed 14 goals over the next three games.
Vokoun, who hadn't seen action in the playoffs since 2007 before this spring, recorded a shutout victory in Game 5 and then kept Pittsburgh in the game long enough to win the series in overtime of Game 6. All told, the 36-year-old stopped 66-of-69 shots in two outings for a .957 save percentage and 1.41 goals against average.
Although Fleury was the No. 1 goaltender when Pittsburgh made consecutive trips to the Stanley Cup Finals in 2008 and '09, the 28-year-old has not fared well in recent postseasons. In his first three playoffs, a run that culminated with the 2009 Stanley Cup crown, Fleury was 31-18 with a 2.45 GAA and .915 save percentage. In four playoff years since then, he is just 14-16 with a 3.15 GAA and .881 save percentage.
Not surprisingly, Bylsma is sticking with Vokoun, who is 5-8 with a 2.30 GAA in 13 career playoff games. The Czech will start Game 1, while Fleury begins the second round on the bench.
"Whatever happens, it's all about the team," said Fleury. "I've been a part of this team for a long time and I want this team to do good. This organization has been great. So if I'm in the net or on the bench, I want this team to win. That's the bottom line."
Scoring is never a problem for the Penguins, who led all teams with 25 goals in the opening round. However, Pittsburgh has surrendered a whopping 47 goals over 12 playoffs games in the last two seasons, an average of 3.92 goals per contest.
Evgeni Malkin led all Pittsburgh players with 11 points (2 goals, 9 assists) in six games against the Isles, while Pascal Dupuis paced the club with five goals. Captain Sidney Crosby missed the first game of the playoffs due to a fractured jaw that caused him to sit out all of April, but he still managed to finish second on the Pens with nine points (3G, 6A) in five games against New York.
All told, the Pens had seven players register two goals or more in the opening round. That is, of course, a testament to Pittsburgh's tremendous scoring depth up front, but defensemen Kris Letang and Douglas Murray also managed to chip in two goals apiece.
Jarome Iginla, one of a handful of marquee names acquired by Pittsburgh at this year's trade deadline, recorded two goals and seven assists in the opening round. Brenden Morrow, the former Dallas captain, was another player added during this season, but he managed just one assist against the Isles and was a minus-3 in six games.
Pittsburgh's power play is extremely dangerous and the Pens managed to score on one-third (7-of-21) of their chances in the opening round. They also finished the regular season with the second-best power-play numbers in the NHL, but Ottawa had the league's top PK in 2013.
Ottawa finished fourth in the Northeast Division this season -- seven points behind the Canadiens -- but there was no question who was the better team in the conference quarterfinals. The Sens outscored the Habs by a combined score of 20-9, posting a pair of 6-1 victories to help make quick work of the division champions.
The Senators may have been seeded higher if not for losing over 200 man-games to injury this season, including absences by some big names. At this stage, however, all the key names are back healthy except top centerman Jason Spezza, and even he could be back sometime in the second round.
Ottawa's most important player, defenseman Erik Karlsson, sat out 31 games during the regular season due to a torn Achilles tendon suffered when Pittsburgh's Matt Cooke stepped on his leg during a Feb. 13 meeting. The injury was originally expected to end Karlsson's season, but last year's Norris Trophy winner came back in late April and he tied for the team lead with six points in the opening round.
Karlsson had one goal and five assists against Montreal, tying him with captain and fellow Swede Daniel Alfredsson, who had two goals and four assists.
Playing behind Karlsson and the D-men is goaltender Craig Anderson. The 31- year-old was a leading Vezina candidate in the early going this season before missing over a month of the season from Feb. 23-April 2 due to an ankle injury.
Anderson went 12-9-2 with a 1.69 GAA and .941 save percentage in 24 games during the regular season and his first-round numbers were stingy as well. The American netminder stopped 171-of-180 shots in five games against the Canadiens, posting a 1.80 GAA and .950 save percentage.
For his career, Anderson is 9-9 with a 2.16 GAA and .938 save percentage in 18 playoff games.
Ottawa's scoring depth could get a big boost if Spezza is able to return in this series. He recently participated in a full practice for the first time since undergoing back surgery. Spezza hasn't played since the fifth game of the season, but he is a proven playoff performer and could be ready to go as early as Game 3. The 29-year-old center has 51 points (17G, 34A) over 53 career postseason games.
Ottawa scored on 24 percent of its power-play opportunities (6-of-25) in the first round after tying for 20th in the league on the man advantage during the regular season.
After finishing first in the NHL during the regular season with an 88-percent penalty kill rate, Ottawa stopped Montreal from scoring on 16-of-19 chances (84.2 percent) in the first round.
This series pits the league's best offense against the second-ranked defense, as Pittsburgh led the NHL with 3.38 goals per game in 2013 and Ottawa was second in defense with an average of 2.08 goals surrendered each tilt.
The Penguins won all three meetings with Ottawa during the regular season. Fleury was 2-0 in those games and Vokoun also posted a victory for Pittsburgh. Anderson started all three tilts for Ottawa and was 0-2-1 with a 2.61 GAA and .909 save percentage.
Ottawa was able to slow down the Penguins' power play, however, as Pittsburgh scored once on 15 chances with the man advantage over the three meetings.
This will be the fourth all-time playoff series between the clubs. Ottawa won the first encounter in the 2007 conference quarterfinals, before Pittsburgh ousted the Sens from the first round in 2008 and 2010.
Game 2 of this series is scheduled for Friday in Pittsburgh.


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Grand Opening Showcase & Reception
Friday 16 February | 5:30pm or 7:30pm showcase | $40.00*
The grand opening event of the Centennial weekend features a uniquely Villa showcase, complete with music and drama, and a touch of nostalgia! Due to high demand for this event, there will be two showings, one at 5:30pm and one at 7:30pm. The Showcase will be performed in the College Auditorium, and will feature a special performance by Rosemary Turnbull's Past Pupils' Choir.
A catered twilight Reception will follow in the Courtyard, with substantial canapés and a cash bar, the perfect opportunity to catch up with your Villa friends! The Reception will run until late.
This is an event not to be missed, and is expected to sell out!
Villa's Great Day Out!Saturday 17 February | 10:00am - 2:00pm
The College Parents' Association (PTA) and the Past Pupils' Association (PPA) are joining forces to create a Great Day Out for all ages. A carnival will be the centrepiece of the day, with food trucks, games, entertainment, swimming and spaces for Villa girls both young and old to gather and share memories together.
Don't miss the beautiful Exhibition, presenting the treasured photos and artefacts from the Villa archives. This is a visual trip down memory lane, and will show the Villa journey over the past 100 years.
Join us for a Devonshire Tea, see your old teachers and classmates, enjoy a guided tour of the College, and be a part of history by having your class photo taken at the Centennial!
Villa's Great Day Out will be a wonderful party for the whole Villa community!
Boarders' FunctionSaturday 17 February | 10:30am - 11:30am | College Library | $28.00*
Villa Maria College has a proud history of girls coming to board from all parts of the South Island.
The official Boarders' Function allows former Boarders to reconnect and reminisce on their days living at the College.
Please note that this is a catered event, and you must register and purchase a ticket to attend.
Staff FunctionSaturday 17 February | 1:00pm - 2:00pm | College Library | $28.00*
Teachers, support staff and friends of the College are invited to catch up over a catered afternoon tea to mark 100 years of learning at Villa Maria College.
Please note that this is a catered event, and you must register and purchase a ticket to attend.Sign on now!
The Blue Tie BallSaturday 17 February | 6:30pm - late | $170 per ticket*
The Blue Tie Ball promises to be a night to remember, where Villa women and friends can enjoy a sumptuous meal by White Tie Catering, paired with quality beverages throughout the evening (meal and beverages included in the ticket price).
The Ball will be held in the beautiful themed marquee on the College field – a fitting location to celebrate the Centennial in style!
Radio personality Hilary Muir will lead the night's programme, and afterwards, you can dance the night away to local band Puree.
Special Mass and Morning TeaSunday 18 February | 10:00am | College Field in the Marquee
The highlight of the Centennial weekend will be the Centennial Mass, a very special Mass to honour all that the past 100 years have encompassed and all that the next 100 will hold.
Please join us for a cup of tea and a bite to eat after Mass, and also see the cutting of the official Centennial cake!
Mass will be followed by a lavish morning tea, presented by the Villa Maria College Foundation.
* Silver or Gold registration package is required to attend these events.


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Seersucker Napkins
Source: Martha Stewart Living, June 2010
Seersucker is always fitting for a warm-weather party -- and these napkins are no exception. The classic fabric is inexpensive and available at almost any cloth store, so you can mix and match a few colors. Even better, seersucker's slightly puckered texture means there's no ironing required.
For a cocktail napkin 10-inch square of fabric; for a dinner napkin, a 20- to 24-inch square.
Create a fringed border by using a pin to pull out several threads. As it's washed, the border will continue to unravel, creating a more relaxed look (think cutoff shorts). If you want to minimize this, sew a straight line at the root of the fringe.


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