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Bobsledder encourages graduates to 'savor it'
The Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.Devon Harris, a member of Jamaica's original bobsled team, adapted a line from "Cool Runnings," the movie loosely based on the team's 1988 run at the Winter Olympics in Calgary. "Feel the rhythm. Feel the rhyme. Put your hands in the air, it's Class...Tags: Physical Fitness and Exercise, Science, Physical Therapy, Bobsleigh, Sports
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Livliga dinnerware promotes right-size eating
The Kansas City StarKnown for her many civic and philanthropic contributions to her hometown, Kansas City native Sheila Kemper Dietrich took on a new challenge following a move to Boulder, Colo., eight years ago with her husband, Walter Dietrich, and daughter Cynthia....Tags: Medical Specialization, Psychology, Philosophy, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Overweight
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Pastor, Sister, business manager cherish years together at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bradenton
Bradenton HeraldAll together they've spent 62 years in ministry at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bradenton. But the pastor, the sister and the business manager are all stepping away from the leadership team this year. "It's not easy and it didn't come just overnight....Tags: Peru, Religion and Belief, Christianity, Roman Catholicism, NATO
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Area schools: Grads face fierce job hunt
The Daily Star, Oneonta, N.Y.Hundreds of seniors at four area colleges are graduating this month, and college officials said many factors play into their employment success in the world of work ahead. "Current employment forecasts for graduates range from bleak to bright, so...Tags: Career and Workplace, Skype, Colleges and Universities, Employment Opportunities, Teach for America
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The Harbor Report: Digging Doug's work on the harbor
As I work my way around the harbor each week, I always look for people I would like to emulate. One such person is Doug West, and I have said this before about Doug and his efforts as chairman of the Newport Beach Harbor Commission. He wants to help and...
Tags: Ford Motor Co., Old Saybrook, Insider Trading, City Island, Washington, DC
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Two Very Different Exhibits Of Religious Artistic Expression
The Hartford CourantEver since mankind began creating art, spirituality oriented themes have been eternally the most popular. Two shows in Connecticut, a contemporary show open for just a few weeks and a show of ancient art open until next April, show different facets, and...Tags: The Happiest News!, Human Interest, Enfield, East Haddam, Arts
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ISU's Peace Corps program ranked in the top 10
The Pantagraph, Bloomington, Ill.For the third time in less than five years, Illinois State University's program for current and returning Peace Corps volunteers has earned a top ranking. ISU placed eighth in this year's list of Peace Corps Master's International and Paul D....Tags: Illinois State University
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Vacations with a payoff
Picking a volunteer vacation is a lot like dating: The choices are mind-boggling, but finding the right fit takes work. Treat the search like a job. Opportunities to travel and immerse yourself in a different culture are everywhere. You can enlist...
Tags: University of Michigan, Habitat for Humanity International, Mercy Ships, Judaism, Colleges and Universities
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President Steuer addresses his final commencement at IC
Jacksonville Journal-Courier, Ill.In his 10th and final commencement at Illinois College, retiring President Axel Steuer on Sunday offered four guideposts to help this year's 205 graduating seniors lead fulfilling lives. "Think of me today as a scout who has traveled quite a few years...Tags: Colleges and Universities, Social Sciences, Teachers, Graduation, Teaching and Learning
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Growing farm-fresh physicians
The Sun, Yuma, Ariz.In a time of national doctor shortages, Yuma Regional Medical Center is taking steps to "grow farm-fresh family physicians." Six newly graduated physicians -- five women and one man -- will begin their postgraduate training on July 1, kicking off a...Tags: Media Industry, Medical Procedures and Tests, General Practitioners, Colleges and Universities, Health and Medical Professionals
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Chiefs' Tamba Hali is a doubly grateful man on Mother's Day
The Kansas City StarLast August, before the Chiefs' season opener against Atlanta, one remorseful NFL player knew he had to make two calls. Tamba Boimah Hali wanted his family to hear it from him first, instead of the from media. One call was to his Mama, the woman who...Tags: Tamba Hali, Entertainment Events, Politics, Kansas City Chiefs, Prescription Drugs
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Former Randle Man Feeds Children in Guyana
The Chronicle, Centralia, Wash.Jerry La Gra, a Randle native who graduated from Centralia College in 1961, transferred that year to the University of Washington, but wasn't sure what to do with his life. He decided to quit school, filled out forms to join the Peace Corps and went...Tags: Wildlife, Guyana, Peanut Butter, Dominican Republic, Endangered Species
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