"The Princeton Review first created this one-of-a-kind resource for college-bound students in 2010 in collaboration with the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, which is best-known for developing the LEED green building rating system.
In 2010, USGBC launched its Center for Green Schools to increase its efforts to drive change in how campuses and schools are designed, constructed and operated so that all educational facilities can enhance student learning experiences.
The list is available by going to www.centerforgreenschools.org/greenguide..." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
SandBoxUtah: Salt Lake Tribune "Petition calls for Canyons School District investigation "
Katie Drake:"
An online petition calling for an investigation into alleged bullying tactics by Canyons School District officials had more than 700 signatures as of Tuesday afternoon.
Chad Iverson, who is running for Canyons Board of Education, said he believes an independent investigation of allegations against superintendent David Doty is needed. Iverson claims former district employees allege Doty uses bullying and intimidation to maintain control. Iverson is also calling for an anonymous survey of all district employees....."
SandBoxUtah: Command Posts "Doolittle Raid Reading and Viewing List"
(See related story and comments here)
A must read from Callie Oettinger.
Peruse official photos in this incredible collection. Read the stories gathered and link to historical data that you may have never known before.
'Doolittle's Tokyo Raiders', thank you so much for your service.
Photo Credit: Crew No. 13 (Plane #40-2247, target Yokosuka): 37th Bombardment Squadron, front row: Lt. Edgar E. McElroy, pilot; and Lt. Richard A. Knobloch, copilot; back row: Lt. Clayton J. Campbell, navigator; Master Sgt. Robert C. Bourgeois, bombardier; and Sgt. Adam R. Williams, flight engineer/gunner. Image: Pacific Air Forces.
Photo Credit: Crew No. 10 (Plane #40-2250, target Tokyo): 89th Reconnaissance Squadron, front row: Lt. Richard O. Joyce, pilot; and Lt. J. Royden Stork, copilot; back row: Lt. Horace E. Crouch, navigator/bombardier; Sgt. George E. Larkin Jr., flight engineer; and Staff Sgt. Edwin W. Horton Jr., gunner. Image and caption: Pacific Air Forces.
Photo Credit: Tung-Sheng Liu (third from right in white jacket) stands with the crew of Lt. Travis Hoover. He helped these men escape capture following the Doolittle Raid. He later immigrated to the United States and was one of four individuals names as honorary Doolittle Raiders. Image and caption: National Museum of the U.S. Air Force.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
SandBoxUtah: Customs and Border Protection "CBP Narcotic Detector Dog Retires"
"Blaine, Wash – U.S. Customs and Border Protection retires narcotic detector dog “Ornella” this week after two years of resolute service protecting the northern border.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Ornella is four and one half year old Sable Shepherd whose sharp nose is capable of detecting marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, methamphetamine and concealed humans.
“She is a hard working CBP canine that definitely deserves a comfortable retirement and attentive companion,” said CBP K-9 Officer Shawn Johnson. “Ornella possesses those qualities and energies that make a successful detector dog a drug smuggler’s worst fear.”
CBP employs dogs as long as they can successfully perform the mission. The service career of a detector dog will normally last no longer than eight years. In Ornella’s case she is being retired early due to medical reasons but her retirement circumstances are rather unique.
Ornella will be placed in a caring new home by Save-A-Vet, a non-profit organization founded in 2007 dedicated to the placement of military and law enforcement working dogs after service to country and community is done. Her future will include play time, sun bathing and lazily lounging at the feet of her new companion.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is the unified border agency within the Department of Homeland Security charged with the management, control and protection of our nation's borders at and between the official ports of entry. CBP is charged with keeping terrorists and terrorist weapons out of the country while enforcing hundreds of U.S. laws."
SandBoxUtah: Reuters "Court says Arizona can demand voter identification"
Tim Gaynor:
"A U.S appeals court on Tuesday ruled Arizona may require voters to show identification at the polls, a ruling likely to add fuel to the fiery debate about voting rights in a presidential election year.
But the court also ruled the state cannot demand that they show proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections, a decision the state's attorney general said he would appeal.
That could set the stage for yet another U.S. Supreme Court showdown over a contentious Arizona law touching on citizenship issues. Next week, the high court will hear arguments over the state's effort to crack down on illegal immigration....." (Read more? Click title)
"A U.S appeals court on Tuesday ruled Arizona may require voters to show identification at the polls, a ruling likely to add fuel to the fiery debate about voting rights in a presidential election year.
But the court also ruled the state cannot demand that they show proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections, a decision the state's attorney general said he would appeal.
That could set the stage for yet another U.S. Supreme Court showdown over a contentious Arizona law touching on citizenship issues. Next week, the high court will hear arguments over the state's effort to crack down on illegal immigration....." (Read more? Click title)
SandBoxUtah: Newsmax "Rubio's Immigration Push a Potential Lift for GOP"
""We have to get Hispanic voters to vote for our party," Romney told a private fundraiser in Florida on Sunday in which he insisted the GOP needs an alternative to the DREAM Act. He warned that a significant number of Hispanics backing Obama "spells doom for us," according to NBC News.
Rubio, who notably called on his party to tone down the anti-immigrant talk earlier this year, is working on a plan that would allow young illegal immigrants who came to the United States with their parents to apply for non-immigrant visas. They would be permitted to stay in the country to study or work, could obtain a driver's license but would not be able to vote. They later could apply for residency, but they would not have a special path to citizenship.
Rubio said he has not talked to the Romney campaign about his plan but definitely would. "He's our nominee and I think it's important for him to feel comfortable with and be supportive of whatever endeavor we pursue," the senator said...." (Read more? Click title)
Rubio, who notably called on his party to tone down the anti-immigrant talk earlier this year, is working on a plan that would allow young illegal immigrants who came to the United States with their parents to apply for non-immigrant visas. They would be permitted to stay in the country to study or work, could obtain a driver's license but would not be able to vote. They later could apply for residency, but they would not have a special path to citizenship.
Rubio said he has not talked to the Romney campaign about his plan but definitely would. "He's our nominee and I think it's important for him to feel comfortable with and be supportive of whatever endeavor we pursue," the senator said...." (Read more? Click title)
SandBoxUtah: Salt Lake Tribune "Former Utah deputy faces federal charges in strip search case "
"A former Box Elder County Sheriff’s deputy has been charged with eight federal misdemeanors after prosecutors say he inappropriately searched eight women during traffic stops in 2010.
Scott Womack, 36, surrendered to federal authorities Wednesday morning, according to the U.S. Attorney David Barlow, and was scheduled to make an appearance in federal court on Wednesday, as well.
Womack has been charged with eight counts of deprivation of rights under color of law following a federal investigation...." (Read more? Click title)
SandBox Utah "SandBoxBlogs: Summit County Citizens Voice "Morning photo: Summit view" "
All photo credit: Ed Carley
"I’ve been taking photos of mountains since 2002 when I moved to Boone, North Carolina to attend Appalachian State University, and where I began carrying a camera with me on my hiking and rock climbing adventures. My first taste of the Colorado Rockies came in 2003 when I spent the summer living in Crested Butte and mountain biking in every spare moment. I moved to Summit County in 2007 and have been a full time resident since then. In that time I’ve carried my camera with me on many hiking, biking and snowboarding excursions in to these amazing mountains. I’m happy to share my photos with Summit County Citizens Voice readers....." (follow @ed_carley or click credit link)
"I’ve been taking photos of mountains since 2002 when I moved to Boone, North Carolina to attend Appalachian State University, and where I began carrying a camera with me on my hiking and rock climbing adventures. My first taste of the Colorado Rockies came in 2003 when I spent the summer living in Crested Butte and mountain biking in every spare moment. I moved to Summit County in 2007 and have been a full time resident since then. In that time I’ve carried my camera with me on many hiking, biking and snowboarding excursions in to these amazing mountains. I’m happy to share my photos with Summit County Citizens Voice readers....." (follow @ed_carley or click credit link)
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