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Oak 1 Helps Improve Living Conditions in Youngstown
By Laurie Miller
AmeriCorps NCCC’s Oak 1 began working with the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation (YNDC) on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 in Youngstown, Ohio. In recent decades, Youngstown has suffered from a 60% population decline due to the departure of the steel industry. The YNDC’s mission is to encourage the reinvestment and to revitalize the various neighborhoods throughout the city. Kirkwood Hires Three Deans after Nationwide Searches
Kirkwood Community College has three new deans in place for the fall 2012 semester. Milford Muskett, Jimmy Reyes and Lori Woeste were hired after three national searches.
Muskett is the new Social Sciences and Career Options dean at Kirkwood. He comes from Shoreline Community College, Shoreline, WA, where he was the assistant dean of Social Sciences, and a professor of American Indian Studies, and Equity and Social Justice.
At Virginia Gay Hospital, we know Jack, and his fight against cancer
You may have noticed the yellow t-shirts around this area that say if you don’t fight cancer you don’t know Jack. Should you have a visit scheduled or happen to run into the employees of Virginia Gay Hospital & Clinics today, you will be enveloped in a sea of yellow. The staff is showing their support for Jackson Hoeger and his family.
Register to Win a $5,290 College Savings Iowa Account at State Fair
State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald reminds Iowa State Fair visitors to stop by the College Savings Iowa booth and register for a chance to win our College Savings Iowa $5,290 Fall Giveaway for their child or grandchild. "Visit our booth in the Varied Industries building and register to win $5,290 towards a college education for a special child," Fitzgerald said.
Great Seats Available for 2012 Iowa State Fair Grandstand Shows
Music-loving Fairgoers still have time to purchase tickets for this year's line-up of award-winning Grandstand entertainment and track events. "Nothing Compares" to the 2012 Iowa State Fair set August 9-19.
Seats are still available for performances by hit Christian performer TobyMac, country stars Hank Williams Jr. and Miranda Lambert, pop-rockers Big Time Rush, and comedian Larry the Cable Guy.
Half-off Park & Ride Shuttle Offers State Fairgoers Value, Convenience
Fairgoers can enjoy special half price savings and extended hours for DART Park & Ride shuttles to the Iowa State Fair. Park for free at any of the three Park and Ride locations and catch the bus for a quick and easy direct trip to the Fair. "Nothing Compares" to saving time and money with DART Park & Ride. The Iowa State Fair is set August 9-19.
Fabric and Threads Offers State Fairgoers Hands-On Crafts
The Iowa State Fair invites Fairgoers to get involved with the Fabric and Threads department with a variety of hands-on crafts and sewing projects to participate in. "Nothing Compares" to the 2012 Iowa State Fair set August 9-19.
The State Fair Sew-In will be open each Fair day from noon until 5 p.m. in the William C. Knapp Varied Industries Building.
Iowa State Fair Animal Learning Center Brings New Exhibits and Fair
Celebrating six years at the Iowa State Fair, the Paul R. Knapp Animal Learning Center continues to educate and delight Fairgoers of all ages. "Nothing Compares" to this hub of agricultural activity that will feature young farm animals and fresh educational programming August 9-19.
Learn about fish farming in Iowa at the new aquaculture exhibit, which features two 500 gallon tanks with viewing windows to see tilapia at different stages of development.
Iowa State Fair, Google Launch Partnership for 2012 Iowa State Fair
Google to Broadcast Fair Highlights and Special Events
A media partnership was announced today between Google and the Iowa State Fair to bring a new perspective on the Fair to both Iowans and non-Iowans. Using Google's video and social media platforms, the Iowa State Fair will use the power of the internet to show the world that "Nothing Compares" to the Iowa State Fair, set August 9-19.
AmeriCorps NCCC Class 18 Corps Member Spotlight: Jerome Frey
Name: Jerome Frey
Hometown: Woodbury, Conn.
Jerome is currently serving as a member of Cedar 4 with the AmeriCorps NCCC at the Vinton Campus. Jerome has a variety of experiences that are assisting him in his success as a Corps Member. Jerome has worked with non-profit organizations for many years, including, Trumbull Loves Children Inc.