MARTA will be having a EDAAC Community Forum on Friday, June 18th and the time for the meeting will be 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and it will be held at the MARTA Annex Building.
The regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, June 8 of the MARTA EDAAC has been cancelled.
Instead MARTA will be having a EDAAC Community Forum on Friday, June 18th, from 10 AM to 12 PM to hear Dr. Beverly Scott, MARTA General Manager and Chief Executive Officer speak. The purpose of this Forum is to hear Dr. Scott discuss the proposed fiscal year 2011 Budget, Transit Service Changes and etc. Dr. Scott will be in attendance to provide this information to you and would like to get your input concerning the proposed fiscal year 2011 Budget, Transit Service Change and etc.
The site for this meeting is the MARTA Annex Building. Everyone is encouraged to attend this meeting especially the elderly, caregivers, the disabled, the blind, the intellectually challenged, and anyone who works in the disability field.
There will be Mobility vans at the MARTA headquarters to transport the public to the MARTA Annex Building.
The public is encouraged to attend!!
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Friday, May 28, 2010
$23B For Teacher Subsidies Falters In Congress
By Laurie Kellman
Associated Press
The Marietta Daily Journal
May 28, 2010
WASHINGTON - A $23 billion payout to save thousands of educators' jobs faltered Thursday - perhaps for good - to election-year jitters among moderate Democrats over deficit spending and only lukewarm support from the White House.
The proposal's chief advocate in the House abruptly canceled a committee meeting to put the money in a war spending bill. Its lead sponsor in the Senate gave up trying to do it, acknowledging he lacked the necessary votes.
The developments jeopardized what progressives in Congress and some members of the Obama administration had described as a life raft for 100,000 to 300,000 teachers and other school personnel whose billions of dollars in stimulus salary subsidies run out this fall.
To read full story please tap on link: http://www.mdjonline.com/view/full_story/7726918/article--23B-for-teacher-subsidies-falters-in-Congress?instance=secondary_story_left_column
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Associated Press
The Marietta Daily Journal
May 28, 2010
WASHINGTON - A $23 billion payout to save thousands of educators' jobs faltered Thursday - perhaps for good - to election-year jitters among moderate Democrats over deficit spending and only lukewarm support from the White House.
The proposal's chief advocate in the House abruptly canceled a committee meeting to put the money in a war spending bill. Its lead sponsor in the Senate gave up trying to do it, acknowledging he lacked the necessary votes.
The developments jeopardized what progressives in Congress and some members of the Obama administration had described as a life raft for 100,000 to 300,000 teachers and other school personnel whose billions of dollars in stimulus salary subsidies run out this fall.
To read full story please tap on link: http://www.mdjonline.com/view/full_story/7726918/article--23B-for-teacher-subsidies-falters-in-Congress?instance=secondary_story_left_column
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MARTA To Cut Routes, Braves Shuttle, 400 Jobs
By Ariel Hart
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta News
May 28, 2010
Rail passengers could wait as much as five minutes longer — and for trains with fewer cars. All station bathrooms might close, except for Five Points. And cuts in bus service, including the Braves shuttle, might affect scores of roads.
It’s not just commuters who would feel the pain under the recommendations of a MARTA committee, which tentatively approved the belt-tightening measures Thursday. Under the plan, about 400 of MARTA’s 5,000 employees would lose their jobs.
If the full MARTA board passes the plan at the end of June, the transit agency will drop 41 of its 131 bus routes and cover 482 fewer miles.
For full story please tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta/marta-to-cut-routes-536483.html
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta News
May 28, 2010
Rail passengers could wait as much as five minutes longer — and for trains with fewer cars. All station bathrooms might close, except for Five Points. And cuts in bus service, including the Braves shuttle, might affect scores of roads.
It’s not just commuters who would feel the pain under the recommendations of a MARTA committee, which tentatively approved the belt-tightening measures Thursday. Under the plan, about 400 of MARTA’s 5,000 employees would lose their jobs.
If the full MARTA board passes the plan at the end of June, the transit agency will drop 41 of its 131 bus routes and cover 482 fewer miles.
For full story please tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta/marta-to-cut-routes-536483.html
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Thursday, May 27, 2010
Schools Propose Cuts To Special Ed, Sports
By: Carolyn Mathews
The Cherokee Ledger-News
May 26, 2010
The English and foreign language books will be eight years old, classes will be a little bigger, and there won’t be as many choices for local students in regard to after-school sports.
Staff will fill in for hired specialists in areas ranging from special ed therapy to baton twirling. Graduation coaches and Teachers on Special Assignment (TSAs), who are available for that extra bit of individual attention, will be a thing of the past.
For full story please tap on link: http://www.ledgernews.com/news/563-may-26-2010/2013-schools-propose-cuts-to-special-ed-sports
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The Cherokee Ledger-News
May 26, 2010
The English and foreign language books will be eight years old, classes will be a little bigger, and there won’t be as many choices for local students in regard to after-school sports.
Staff will fill in for hired specialists in areas ranging from special ed therapy to baton twirling. Graduation coaches and Teachers on Special Assignment (TSAs), who are available for that extra bit of individual attention, will be a thing of the past.
For full story please tap on link: http://www.ledgernews.com/news/563-may-26-2010/2013-schools-propose-cuts-to-special-ed-sports
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In Jaheem's Memory: Anti-bullying Bill Becomes Law Today
By Larry Hartstein
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
May 27, 2010
The family of Jaheem Herrera will be at the Georgia Capitol today to watch Gov. Sonny Perdue sign an anti-bullying bill into law.
The 11-year-old DeKalb County boy committed suicide last year. His parents said he killed himself after facing anti-gay taunts from classmates.
"This is the first step in the long journey to end the terror that grips victims in the schoolhouse," Herrera's family said in a statement. "We applaud the governor and the fine lawmakers of the state of Georgia for hearing the cries of the innocent and oppressed victims of bullying. Jaheem's memory will forever be known as the agent for change in Georgia classrooms."
To read full story please tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/dekalb/in-jaheems-memory-anti-536351.html
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
May 27, 2010
The family of Jaheem Herrera will be at the Georgia Capitol today to watch Gov. Sonny Perdue sign an anti-bullying bill into law.
The 11-year-old DeKalb County boy committed suicide last year. His parents said he killed himself after facing anti-gay taunts from classmates.
"This is the first step in the long journey to end the terror that grips victims in the schoolhouse," Herrera's family said in a statement. "We applaud the governor and the fine lawmakers of the state of Georgia for hearing the cries of the innocent and oppressed victims of bullying. Jaheem's memory will forever be known as the agent for change in Georgia classrooms."
To read full story please tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/dekalb/in-jaheems-memory-anti-536351.html
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Multiple Threats To State's Economy Seen
By Walter C. Jones
Morris News Service
Athens Banner-Herald
May 27, 2010
ATLANTA - The vitality of Georgia's fledgling economic recovery is threatened by Greece's financial crisis, the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and a volcano in Iceland, a Georgia State University economist said Wednesday.
Rajeev Dhawan, director of the Economic Forecasting Center at Georgia State, described the threats in his quarterly economic forecast.
To read full (interesting) article please tap on link: http://onlineathens.com/stories/052710/new_645062226.shtml
Also find the same story in Atlanta Business Chronicle: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/05/24/daily27.html
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Morris News Service
Athens Banner-Herald
May 27, 2010
ATLANTA - The vitality of Georgia's fledgling economic recovery is threatened by Greece's financial crisis, the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and a volcano in Iceland, a Georgia State University economist said Wednesday.
Rajeev Dhawan, director of the Economic Forecasting Center at Georgia State, described the threats in his quarterly economic forecast.
To read full (interesting) article please tap on link: http://onlineathens.com/stories/052710/new_645062226.shtml
Also find the same story in Atlanta Business Chronicle: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/05/24/daily27.html
© 2010 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Cartoon Network Plans Major Anti-Bullying Campaign
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The Daily Citizen
May 26, 2010
NEW YORK — Next fall, when millions of kids tune into Cartoon Network to watch Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and other favorites, they’ll encounter something new — an ambitious campaign to enlist them as foot soldiers in the fight against bullying.
Unlike many bullying programs, this one is geared toward middle school, where experts say bullying is most common. It also targets not bullies nor the bullied, but kids who witness bullying, giving them appropriate techniques to intervene.
From: The Daily Citizen, Dalton, GA 308 S. Thornton Ave. Dalton, GA 30720
To read full article please tap on link: http://daltondailycitizen.com/news_tab3/x1414115099/Cartoon-Network-plans-major-anti-bullying-campaign
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The Daily Citizen
May 26, 2010
NEW YORK — Next fall, when millions of kids tune into Cartoon Network to watch Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and other favorites, they’ll encounter something new — an ambitious campaign to enlist them as foot soldiers in the fight against bullying.
Unlike many bullying programs, this one is geared toward middle school, where experts say bullying is most common. It also targets not bullies nor the bullied, but kids who witness bullying, giving them appropriate techniques to intervene.
From: The Daily Citizen, Dalton, GA 308 S. Thornton Ave. Dalton, GA 30720
To read full article please tap on link: http://daltondailycitizen.com/news_tab3/x1414115099/Cartoon-Network-plans-major-anti-bullying-campaign
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Isakson Noncommittal After Meeting With Kagan
Associated Press
The Gainesville Times
May 26, 2010
ATLANTA (AP) -- Sen. Johnny Isakson has met with U.S. Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan and says her responses to his questions were thoughtful, but he's not ready to decide whether he will vote to confirm her appointment.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Isakson met with Kagan on Tuesday. The Georgia Republican says he was pleased with her answers to questions about Georgia's water dispute with Florida and Alabama. He says she told him that human uses of the water in the states must be considered.
Isakson says that before he makes up his mind he wants to watch her testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee and try to understand her better.
He says he's concerned about Kagan's lack of judicial experience.
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Information from: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, http://www.ajc.com/news/georgia-politics-elections/sen-isakson-questions-kagan-534760.html
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The Gainesville Times
May 26, 2010
ATLANTA (AP) -- Sen. Johnny Isakson has met with U.S. Supreme Court nominee Elena Kagan and says her responses to his questions were thoughtful, but he's not ready to decide whether he will vote to confirm her appointment.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Isakson met with Kagan on Tuesday. The Georgia Republican says he was pleased with her answers to questions about Georgia's water dispute with Florida and Alabama. He says she told him that human uses of the water in the states must be considered.
Isakson says that before he makes up his mind he wants to watch her testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee and try to understand her better.
He says he's concerned about Kagan's lack of judicial experience.
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Information from: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, http://www.ajc.com/news/georgia-politics-elections/sen-isakson-questions-kagan-534760.html
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The 2010 Elections: Party Leaders Want To Educate Voters
by John P. Boan
The Times-Georgian
Carroll County
May 26, 2010
With July’s primary election approaching, Republicans and Democrats are looking ahead to the general election. Though the county GOP is hoping to keep Carroll County red, those on the opposite side of the aisle hope a different story will be told in November.
Frank McMinn, vice chairman of the Carroll County Republican Party, said the upcoming general election will likely inspire a groundswell in a county that is already vastly conservative, with roughly 75 percent of the electorate registered as Republicans. The reason: general discontent with government, and it’s not limited to one political party.
“It doesn’t matter if it’s Republicans or Democrats,” McMinn said. “If we have a Republican or a Democrat who is not doing their job, they need to be out of there. This country is in dire straits now, and people are fed up.”
For the full story please tap on link: http://times-georgian.com/view/full_story/7662532/article-The-2010-elections--Party-leaders-want-to-educate-voters?instance=west_ga_news
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The Times-Georgian
Carroll County
May 26, 2010
With July’s primary election approaching, Republicans and Democrats are looking ahead to the general election. Though the county GOP is hoping to keep Carroll County red, those on the opposite side of the aisle hope a different story will be told in November.
Frank McMinn, vice chairman of the Carroll County Republican Party, said the upcoming general election will likely inspire a groundswell in a county that is already vastly conservative, with roughly 75 percent of the electorate registered as Republicans. The reason: general discontent with government, and it’s not limited to one political party.
“It doesn’t matter if it’s Republicans or Democrats,” McMinn said. “If we have a Republican or a Democrat who is not doing their job, they need to be out of there. This country is in dire straits now, and people are fed up.”
For the full story please tap on link: http://times-georgian.com/view/full_story/7662532/article-The-2010-elections--Party-leaders-want-to-educate-voters?instance=west_ga_news
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Elder Abuse Project Announced For Georgia County
By MIKE STOBBE
AP Medical Writer
Newnan Times-Herald
May 25, 2010
ATLANTA (AP) -- DeKalb County is teaming with Emory Healthcare to offer a new program to investigate abuse of senior citizens and find them temporary shelter - one of the first such programs in the country.
Officials from the county and university announced the program at an Atlanta news conference Tuesday morning.
DeKalb County had only 40 substantiated cases of elder abuse last year, but officials believe its a vastly underreported problem.
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AP Medical Writer
Newnan Times-Herald
May 25, 2010
ATLANTA (AP) -- DeKalb County is teaming with Emory Healthcare to offer a new program to investigate abuse of senior citizens and find them temporary shelter - one of the first such programs in the country.
Officials from the county and university announced the program at an Atlanta news conference Tuesday morning.
DeKalb County had only 40 substantiated cases of elder abuse last year, but officials believe its a vastly underreported problem.
For full story please tap on link: http://ap.times-herald.com/dynamic/stories/G/GA_ELDER_ABUSE_GAOL-?SITE=GANEW&SECTION=STATE&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
© 2010 The Newnan Times-Herald Inc.
Civil Rights Coalition Targets Voter Verification
By Péralte C. Paul
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Metro Atlanta / State News
May 25, 2010
A group of civil rights advocates, led by the American Civil Liberties Union, are seeking a permanent injunction blocking Georgia's citizenship voter verification requirements, arguing in a federal court Monday that it targets and discriminates against minorities.
Monday's hearing before a three-judge federal panel comes days after Republican Gov. Sonny Perdue named the state GOP's general counsel as a special attorney general to sue the Justice Department to obtain approval of the contentious measure.
For full story tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/civil-rights-coalition-targets-534504.html
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Metro Atlanta / State News
May 25, 2010
A group of civil rights advocates, led by the American Civil Liberties Union, are seeking a permanent injunction blocking Georgia's citizenship voter verification requirements, arguing in a federal court Monday that it targets and discriminates against minorities.
Monday's hearing before a three-judge federal panel comes days after Republican Gov. Sonny Perdue named the state GOP's general counsel as a special attorney general to sue the Justice Department to obtain approval of the contentious measure.
For full story tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/civil-rights-coalition-targets-534504.html
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State School Boards Can Decide On Class Sizes
Public school systems to have greater flexibility in the number of students per class for 2010-11 school year.
By Ethan Fowler
Education Reporter
The Albany Herald
May 25, 2010
ATLANTA — The state Board of Education will give school systems the choice in determining how large classes should be next year.
The move is aimed to provide Georgia's 180 public school districts flexibility on how to spend their limited funding amid the worst state financial crisis in decades. It's the second year in a row the state school board has granted such a waiver. However, last year class size was limited to an average of two more students per class.
Currently, maximum class size for kindergarten is 22 students, in first- through third-grade it is 23 students and in fourth- through 12th-grade it is 30 students. School systems will now be able to raise the size of a class by as many students as they deem necessary.
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By Ethan Fowler
Education Reporter
The Albany Herald
May 25, 2010
ATLANTA — The state Board of Education will give school systems the choice in determining how large classes should be next year.
The move is aimed to provide Georgia's 180 public school districts flexibility on how to spend their limited funding amid the worst state financial crisis in decades. It's the second year in a row the state school board has granted such a waiver. However, last year class size was limited to an average of two more students per class.
Currently, maximum class size for kindergarten is 22 students, in first- through third-grade it is 23 students and in fourth- through 12th-grade it is 30 students. School systems will now be able to raise the size of a class by as many students as they deem necessary.
For the whole story please tap on link: http://www.albanyherald.com/home/headlines/94798119.html
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Monday, May 24, 2010
Britain Bans Doctor Who Linked Autism To Vaccine
By MARIA CHENG
AP Medical Writer
Associated Press
The Albany Herald
May 24, 2010
LONDON (AP) -- Britain's top medical group on Monday banned a doctor whose research suggesting a link between a common vaccine and autism caused millions of parents worldwide to abandon the shot for measles, mumps and rubella.
Dr. Andrew Wakefield was the first to publish peer-reviewed research suggesting such a connection, even though the study was later widely discredited. The ruling by Britain's General Medical Council found him guilty of serious professional misconduct.
Wakefield, 53, then moved to the U.S. and set up an autism center in Texas, where he has a wide following, but faces similar skepticism from the medical community. The ruling in Britain only applies to his right to practice medicine in the U.K., not in other countries.
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General Medical Council's ruling on Wakefield: http://www.gmc-uk.org/Wakefield-SPM-and-SANCTION.pdf-32595267.pdf
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AP Medical Writer
Associated Press
The Albany Herald
May 24, 2010
LONDON (AP) -- Britain's top medical group on Monday banned a doctor whose research suggesting a link between a common vaccine and autism caused millions of parents worldwide to abandon the shot for measles, mumps and rubella.
Dr. Andrew Wakefield was the first to publish peer-reviewed research suggesting such a connection, even though the study was later widely discredited. The ruling by Britain's General Medical Council found him guilty of serious professional misconduct.
Wakefield, 53, then moved to the U.S. and set up an autism center in Texas, where he has a wide following, but faces similar skepticism from the medical community. The ruling in Britain only applies to his right to practice medicine in the U.K., not in other countries.
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General Medical Council's ruling on Wakefield: http://www.gmc-uk.org/Wakefield-SPM-and-SANCTION.pdf-32595267.pdf
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Autistic Teen: Police Used Taser On Him
By Associated Press
Athens Banner-Herald
May 24, 2010
TYBEE ISLAND - A Tybee Island teen with autism and a heart condition claims police used a Taser on him, and said he's not sure what he did wrong.
Clifford Grevemberg said police twice used a Taser on him and threw him to the ground on Friday night, breaking one of his front teeth and scraping his face and knee. The 18-year-old was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge.
"I just wanted to go to sleep," said the 6-foot-9-inch tall, 170-pound teenager. "I sat down on the curb and put my head in my arms, and they stopped me."
A police dispatcher said Sunday nobody was available to comment.
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Athens Banner-Herald
May 24, 2010
TYBEE ISLAND - A Tybee Island teen with autism and a heart condition claims police used a Taser on him, and said he's not sure what he did wrong.
Clifford Grevemberg said police twice used a Taser on him and threw him to the ground on Friday night, breaking one of his front teeth and scraping his face and knee. The 18-year-old was arrested on a disorderly conduct charge.
"I just wanted to go to sleep," said the 6-foot-9-inch tall, 170-pound teenager. "I sat down on the curb and put my head in my arms, and they stopped me."
A police dispatcher said Sunday nobody was available to comment.
http://onlineathens.com/stories/052410/new_643509557.shtml
© 2010 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
GOP In A Bind After School Leader Exits Race
Democrats now have most recognizable candidate
By DORIE TURNER
Associated Press
The Athens Banner-Herald
May 24, 2010
ATLANTA - Georgia Democrats are mounting a battle for the state school superintendent's chair after Republican incumbent Kathy Cox suddenly withdrew from the election last week, leaving her party in the lurch after the filing deadline for primary elections had passed.
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By DORIE TURNER
Associated Press
The Athens Banner-Herald
May 24, 2010
ATLANTA - Georgia Democrats are mounting a battle for the state school superintendent's chair after Republican incumbent Kathy Cox suddenly withdrew from the election last week, leaving her party in the lurch after the filing deadline for primary elections had passed.
See full story by taping on link: http://www.onlineathens.com/stories/052410/new_643509524.shtml
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Friday, May 21, 2010
State Approves High Speed Rail Grant Applications
The Newnan Times-Herald
Coweta Living
Local Section
Nay 21, 2010
Georgia's State Transportation Board Thursday voted unanimously to support applications for federal high speed rail funds to develop a route, called the "Capital-Coastal" loop, connecting Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, Savannah and Macon.
The board also approved applications for the Atlanta-Charlotte and Atlanta-Macon lines and to update the state rail plan.
To read further please tap on link: http://www.times-herald.com/local/State-approves-high-speed-rail-grant-applications-1136534
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Coweta Living
Local Section
Nay 21, 2010
Georgia's State Transportation Board Thursday voted unanimously to support applications for federal high speed rail funds to develop a route, called the "Capital-Coastal" loop, connecting Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, Savannah and Macon.
The board also approved applications for the Atlanta-Charlotte and Atlanta-Macon lines and to update the state rail plan.
To read further please tap on link: http://www.times-herald.com/local/State-approves-high-speed-rail-grant-applications-1136534
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Kennedy ES Teacher Raising Money For Autism Research
by Staff Writer
Barrow Journal.com
May 21. 2010
Nicole Mays, a teacher at Kennedy Elementary School, will be participating in a fundraiser for autism research this weekend.
Mays and the other members of her team are taking part in the May 23 “Walk Now for Autism Speaks” fundraiser.
The event will be held at Atlantic Station in downtown Atlanta. Mays and her team hope to raise $1,000 to fund research into the causes, prevention, treatment and cure of autism. The Autism Speaks organization also advocates for individuals with autism and their families.
To donate to Mays’ fundraising team, visit www.walknowforautismspeaks.org and search for Nicole Mays in the “Support a Walker” box.
For more information about the organization, email georgia@autismspeaks.org or call (770) 451-0570.
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Barrow Journal.com
May 21. 2010
Nicole Mays, a teacher at Kennedy Elementary School, will be participating in a fundraiser for autism research this weekend.
Mays and the other members of her team are taking part in the May 23 “Walk Now for Autism Speaks” fundraiser.
The event will be held at Atlantic Station in downtown Atlanta. Mays and her team hope to raise $1,000 to fund research into the causes, prevention, treatment and cure of autism. The Autism Speaks organization also advocates for individuals with autism and their families.
To donate to Mays’ fundraising team, visit www.walknowforautismspeaks.org and search for Nicole Mays in the “Support a Walker” box.
For more information about the organization, email georgia@autismspeaks.org or call (770) 451-0570.
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Service With A Smile
by Kristal Dixon
Cherokee Tribune
May 20, 2010
A former Creekview High School student will be memorialized in the school's coffee shop where he loved to hang out.On Monday, the school will dedicate its Lazy Bear Cafe to the memory of Nick Waters, a special needs student who died in March.
The ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m. The school is located at 1550 Owens Store Road in Macedonia.
The coffee shop, which is housed in a old book and magazine storage room in the media center, had a soft opening in March and Waters was the greeter at the shop two weeks before his death, said Sherry Wallace, a special needs teacher at Creekview.
The coffee shop is open from 8 to 10 a.m. Mondays through Fridays and is run by 18 mild to moderate special needs students. The students also have two regular education peers who help with the operations.
For full story please tap on link: http://www.cherokeetribune.com/view/full_story/7484474/article-Service-with-a-smile?instance=home_news_bullets
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Cherokee Tribune
May 20, 2010
A former Creekview High School student will be memorialized in the school's coffee shop where he loved to hang out.On Monday, the school will dedicate its Lazy Bear Cafe to the memory of Nick Waters, a special needs student who died in March.
The ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m. The school is located at 1550 Owens Store Road in Macedonia.
The coffee shop, which is housed in a old book and magazine storage room in the media center, had a soft opening in March and Waters was the greeter at the shop two weeks before his death, said Sherry Wallace, a special needs teacher at Creekview.
The coffee shop is open from 8 to 10 a.m. Mondays through Fridays and is run by 18 mild to moderate special needs students. The students also have two regular education peers who help with the operations.
For full story please tap on link: http://www.cherokeetribune.com/view/full_story/7484474/article-Service-with-a-smile?instance=home_news_bullets
Content copyright © 2009 Marietta Daily Journal
Thursday, May 20, 2010
New Hope for Early Detection of Autism
Brain scans of sleeping toddlers show differences in response to bedtime stories
By Amanda Gardner
HealthDay Reporter
HealthDay News
May 19, 2010
Researchers hope that a simple brain scan performed in infants and toddlers can presage the development of autism, leading to early detection and early intervention.
The test involved using functional MRI to measure brain responses to spoken words in sleeping children.
"We're focusing on this earliest time period, when the brain is still developing and still changing," explained study author Lisa Eyler, an assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego. "If we could use this with other markers, we could probably identify people early on and, if we could do that, we'd have a much better chance of helping to make sure that their language development is normal."
The finding is slated to be presented Wednesday at the International Meeting for Autism Research in Philadelphia.
For full article please tap on link: http://health.msn.com/kids-health/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100259011>1=31036
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By Amanda Gardner
HealthDay Reporter
HealthDay News
May 19, 2010
Researchers hope that a simple brain scan performed in infants and toddlers can presage the development of autism, leading to early detection and early intervention.
The test involved using functional MRI to measure brain responses to spoken words in sleeping children.
"We're focusing on this earliest time period, when the brain is still developing and still changing," explained study author Lisa Eyler, an assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego. "If we could use this with other markers, we could probably identify people early on and, if we could do that, we'd have a much better chance of helping to make sure that their language development is normal."
The finding is slated to be presented Wednesday at the International Meeting for Autism Research in Philadelphia.
For full article please tap on link: http://health.msn.com/kids-health/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100259011>1=31036
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State Seeking Federal Funds For High-Speed Rail Loop
By Dave Williams
Staff Writer
Atlanta Business Chronicle
May 19, 2010
A high-speed rail loop connecting Atlanta with four other Georgia cities would be part of the state’s application for federal planning money under a resolution going before the State Transportation Board Thursday.
The resolution, approved by the board’s Intermodal Committee on Wednesday, endorses a plan to seek $14.5 million in federal grants for three high-speed rail projects, including a loop that would link Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, Savannah and Macon, before returning to Atlanta.
The Georgia Department of Transportation is working with other Southeastern states on the other two projects, a rail line linking Atlanta and Charlotte, N.C., and a line between Atlanta and Macon that would continue on to Jacksonville, Fla.
To read more tap on link: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/05/17/daily39.html
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Staff Writer
Atlanta Business Chronicle
May 19, 2010
A high-speed rail loop connecting Atlanta with four other Georgia cities would be part of the state’s application for federal planning money under a resolution going before the State Transportation Board Thursday.
The resolution, approved by the board’s Intermodal Committee on Wednesday, endorses a plan to seek $14.5 million in federal grants for three high-speed rail projects, including a loop that would link Atlanta, Athens, Augusta, Savannah and Macon, before returning to Atlanta.
The Georgia Department of Transportation is working with other Southeastern states on the other two projects, a rail line linking Atlanta and Charlotte, N.C., and a line between Atlanta and Macon that would continue on to Jacksonville, Fla.
To read more tap on link: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/05/17/daily39.html
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Perdue Names Special AG To Push For Voter Checks
The Associated Press
Athens Banner-Herald
May 20, 2010
ATLANTA — Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue has appointed a special attorney general to push for federal court approval of two procedures to verify voters' identity and citizenship.
Perdue has appointed Anne W. Lewis to serve as special attorney general. The governor also appointed Frank B. Strickland and Bryan P. Tyson as deputy special attorneys general.
Lewis is tasked with seeking approval for Georgia's system of using Social Security numbers and driver's license data to confirm whether prospective voters are U.S. citizens.
Secretary of State Brian Kemp, whose office oversees elections, in February said the Obama administration was playing politics when federal officials for the third time rejected the system.
He said then the state intended to seek clearance instead in U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia.
"I am proud that we are taking this step to protect the integrity, security and fairness of Georgia's elections," Kemp said in a statement Wednesday.
The state is also seeking approval for a separate law that passed last year requiring newly registered voters to provide proof of citizenship.
For the full story tap on link: http://ap.onlineathens.com/pstories/state/ga/20100519/641383207.shtml
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Athens Banner-Herald
May 20, 2010
ATLANTA — Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue has appointed a special attorney general to push for federal court approval of two procedures to verify voters' identity and citizenship.
Perdue has appointed Anne W. Lewis to serve as special attorney general. The governor also appointed Frank B. Strickland and Bryan P. Tyson as deputy special attorneys general.
Lewis is tasked with seeking approval for Georgia's system of using Social Security numbers and driver's license data to confirm whether prospective voters are U.S. citizens.
Secretary of State Brian Kemp, whose office oversees elections, in February said the Obama administration was playing politics when federal officials for the third time rejected the system.
He said then the state intended to seek clearance instead in U.S. District Court in the District of Columbia.
"I am proud that we are taking this step to protect the integrity, security and fairness of Georgia's elections," Kemp said in a statement Wednesday.
The state is also seeking approval for a separate law that passed last year requiring newly registered voters to provide proof of citizenship.
For the full story tap on link: http://ap.onlineathens.com/pstories/state/ga/20100519/641383207.shtml
© 2008 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Should Zero Tolerance Apply to Those with Autism? GA Boy Faces Charges for Threatening Drawing
By Kim Stagliano
Age of Autism
Dailey Web Newspaper of the Autism Epidemic
May 17, 2010
A teen with Asperger's named John Odgren was convicted earlier this month of first degree murder for stabbing a schoolmate to death in Sudbury, Massachusetts. Their local online news site ran an article, Parent Worry Odgren Conviction Could Cast Shadow on Asperger's. The comments there are frankly chilling, with a good deal of anger and bitterness toward the special education population. When Cho went on a shooting spree at Virginia Tech, the whispers of his perhaps having Asperger's made me so angry I wrote a Huffington Post piece to scream, Autism does not mean violent!If your child (special needs or typical) was sitting in class with the boy in Georgia who drew a threatening picture (see story below), would you want him charged and removed from the class or would his diagnosis make you pause and help work toward teaching him smarter choices? I've had these conversations with friends who sons have autism and Asperger's; it's a source of real worry. We need to have these tough conversations, even though they are heart wrenching. How do we protect and teach our kids on the spectrum? David Knowles, AOL News
(May 14) -- A 14-year-old autistic boy in Georgia faces possible felony charges of making terroristic threats after he drew a stick-figure version of himself firing a gun at his teacher.
After discovering the crudely rendered drawing that Shane Finn had made on his classwork, officials at Atlanta's Ridgeview Charter School suspended the eighth-grader and decided to pursue charges against him, Fox News in Atlanta reported...
Read the full article and watch the video on Fox Atlanta HERE. Kim Stagliano is Managing Editor
of Age of Autism.
Her book, All I Can Handle; I'm No Mother Teresa is available for pre-order and will be published in November
To go to story please tap on link: http://www.ageofautism.com/2010/05/should-zero-tolerance-apply-to-those-with-autism-ga-boy-faces-charges-for-threatening-drawing.html?cid=6a00d8357f3f2969e20133edbc6b5f970b
Age of Autism
Dailey Web Newspaper of the Autism Epidemic
May 17, 2010
A teen with Asperger's named John Odgren was convicted earlier this month of first degree murder for stabbing a schoolmate to death in Sudbury, Massachusetts. Their local online news site ran an article, Parent Worry Odgren Conviction Could Cast Shadow on Asperger's. The comments there are frankly chilling, with a good deal of anger and bitterness toward the special education population. When Cho went on a shooting spree at Virginia Tech, the whispers of his perhaps having Asperger's made me so angry I wrote a Huffington Post piece to scream, Autism does not mean violent!If your child (special needs or typical) was sitting in class with the boy in Georgia who drew a threatening picture (see story below), would you want him charged and removed from the class or would his diagnosis make you pause and help work toward teaching him smarter choices? I've had these conversations with friends who sons have autism and Asperger's; it's a source of real worry. We need to have these tough conversations, even though they are heart wrenching. How do we protect and teach our kids on the spectrum? David Knowles, AOL News
(May 14) -- A 14-year-old autistic boy in Georgia faces possible felony charges of making terroristic threats after he drew a stick-figure version of himself firing a gun at his teacher.
After discovering the crudely rendered drawing that Shane Finn had made on his classwork, officials at Atlanta's Ridgeview Charter School suspended the eighth-grader and decided to pursue charges against him, Fox News in Atlanta reported...
Read the full article and watch the video on Fox Atlanta HERE. Kim Stagliano is Managing Editor
of Age of Autism.
Her book, All I Can Handle; I'm No Mother Teresa is available for pre-order and will be published in November
To go to story please tap on link: http://www.ageofautism.com/2010/05/should-zero-tolerance-apply-to-those-with-autism-ga-boy-faces-charges-for-threatening-drawing.html?cid=6a00d8357f3f2969e20133edbc6b5f970b
Voter Class Aimed At Disabled People
By Staff Reports
Athens Banner-Herald
May 19, 2010
Friday is the deadline to enroll in a voter training class designed specifically for people with disabilities.
The class, sponsored by People First of Athens and the Georgia Advocacy Office, will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5 at the University of Georgia Institute on Human Development and Disability, 850 College Station Road.
The class is free and lunch will be provided. RSVP by Friday by calling (706) 542-3457 or e-mailing Amanda Alford, IHDD administrative assistant, at amanda@ihdd.uga.edu.
http://www.onlineathens.com/stories/051910/new_641067322.shtml
© 2010 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
Athens Banner-Herald
May 19, 2010
Friday is the deadline to enroll in a voter training class designed specifically for people with disabilities.
The class, sponsored by People First of Athens and the Georgia Advocacy Office, will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 5 at the University of Georgia Institute on Human Development and Disability, 850 College Station Road.
The class is free and lunch will be provided. RSVP by Friday by calling (706) 542-3457 or e-mailing Amanda Alford, IHDD administrative assistant, at amanda@ihdd.uga.edu.
http://www.onlineathens.com/stories/051910/new_641067322.shtml
© 2010 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Houston Holds Annual Special Olympics
By Angela Woolen
The Macon Telegraph
News - Houston & Peach - The Sun News
May 12, 2010
WARNER ROBINS — Even though it was one of the hottest days anyone could remember for the Houston County schools Special Olympics, there wasn’t a lot of complaining.
Children from 17 different Houston County elementary, middle and high schools participated in more than a dozen different events Friday.
One of those children was Danielle Williams from Bonaire Elementary. The second-grader carried the torch for the opening ceremonies and then competed in the 50-meter walk. Williams, 8, said her favorite part of the games was riding the bus.
It takes many people to hold an event with more than 300 students, but Shirley Randall, special education coordinator from Houston County Board of Education, handles it all with ease. Randall said she had about 150 volunteers for the day, as well as numerous sponsors to help keep the children and volunteering adults hydrated.
Kyle Docauer was competing for his second time for Houston County High School in the bocce competition. In the competition, students throw a ball, and it is measured from where it stops.
Read more: http://www.macon.com/2010/05/12/1124210/brave-in-the-attempt-bhouston.html#ixzz0nituNUKb
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The Macon Telegraph
News - Houston & Peach - The Sun News
May 12, 2010
WARNER ROBINS — Even though it was one of the hottest days anyone could remember for the Houston County schools Special Olympics, there wasn’t a lot of complaining.
Children from 17 different Houston County elementary, middle and high schools participated in more than a dozen different events Friday.
One of those children was Danielle Williams from Bonaire Elementary. The second-grader carried the torch for the opening ceremonies and then competed in the 50-meter walk. Williams, 8, said her favorite part of the games was riding the bus.
It takes many people to hold an event with more than 300 students, but Shirley Randall, special education coordinator from Houston County Board of Education, handles it all with ease. Randall said she had about 150 volunteers for the day, as well as numerous sponsors to help keep the children and volunteering adults hydrated.
Kyle Docauer was competing for his second time for Houston County High School in the bocce competition. In the competition, students throw a ball, and it is measured from where it stops.
Read more: http://www.macon.com/2010/05/12/1124210/brave-in-the-attempt-bhouston.html#ixzz0nituNUKb
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DeKalb's Budget Shortfall Down To $2 Million
By Megan Matteucci
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Dekalb News
May 12, 2010
Despite having about 600 employees slated to retire this month, DeKalb County still has about a $2.2 million shortfall in its current budget.
The shortfall is because of a 2 percent decrease in the tax digest, finance director Mike Bell told county commissioners Tuesday.
“When I consider the early retirements and that the digest dropped 2 percent, we’re still $2 million in the hole,” he said.
Despite the shortfall, commissioners said they have no plans to raise taxes.
“We’re continuing to look for cuts,” said Commissioner Connie Stokes, chair of the budget committee. “Any means necessary to commit to no tax increase.”
For the whole story tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/dekalb/dekalbs-budget-shortfall-down-524795.html
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Dekalb News
May 12, 2010
Despite having about 600 employees slated to retire this month, DeKalb County still has about a $2.2 million shortfall in its current budget.
The shortfall is because of a 2 percent decrease in the tax digest, finance director Mike Bell told county commissioners Tuesday.
“When I consider the early retirements and that the digest dropped 2 percent, we’re still $2 million in the hole,” he said.
Despite the shortfall, commissioners said they have no plans to raise taxes.
“We’re continuing to look for cuts,” said Commissioner Connie Stokes, chair of the budget committee. “Any means necessary to commit to no tax increase.”
For the whole story tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/dekalb/dekalbs-budget-shortfall-down-524795.html
© 2010 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Carter Wins State Senate Race
By Megan Matteucci
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
DeKalb News
May 12, 2010
State election results show Atlanta attorney Jason Carter will follow in his grandfather President Jimmy Carter’s political footsteps.
Carter captured 5,559 votes -- or 65.6 percent -- in the race for Senate District 42 in DeKalb County on Tuesday.
Fellow Democrat Tom Stubbs, also an attorney, was in second with 22.9 percent of the vote, or 1,948 votes.
Libertarian and small-business owner David Montane was in third with 7.5 percent, and independent Steve Patrick, who works for a real estate firm, brought in only 3.9 percent of the vote.
Only about 8,400 voters -- about 10 percent of DeKalb’s 82,637 active voters -- cast ballots Tuesday, county elections director Maxine Daniels said. The county has another 16,000 voters that are inactive.
District 42 includes Decatur and parts of Atlanta.
For the whole story tap on the link: http://www.ajc.com/news/dekalb/carter-wins-state-senate-524820.html
© 2010 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
DeKalb News
May 12, 2010
State election results show Atlanta attorney Jason Carter will follow in his grandfather President Jimmy Carter’s political footsteps.
Carter captured 5,559 votes -- or 65.6 percent -- in the race for Senate District 42 in DeKalb County on Tuesday.
Fellow Democrat Tom Stubbs, also an attorney, was in second with 22.9 percent of the vote, or 1,948 votes.
Libertarian and small-business owner David Montane was in third with 7.5 percent, and independent Steve Patrick, who works for a real estate firm, brought in only 3.9 percent of the vote.
Only about 8,400 voters -- about 10 percent of DeKalb’s 82,637 active voters -- cast ballots Tuesday, county elections director Maxine Daniels said. The county has another 16,000 voters that are inactive.
District 42 includes Decatur and parts of Atlanta.
For the whole story tap on the link: http://www.ajc.com/news/dekalb/carter-wins-state-senate-524820.html
© 2010 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Monday, May 10, 2010
CEO: Atlanta's Grady Hospital's Finances Improve
The AP News
The Athens Banner-Herald
May 10, 2010
ATLANTA — The CEO of Atlanta's Grady Memorial Hospital says a recent audit shows the hospital has made a financial turnaround.
CEO Michael Young told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that a recent audit for 2009 showed the hospital to be millions of dollars in the black.
Young noted that about $25 million of the reported $34 million surplus resulted from one-time infusions of cash and accounting procedures that do not represent cash on hand, but added that the audit by KPMG showed the hospital brought in about $10 million more than it spent.
The hospital reported a $50 million operating deficit two years ago.
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The Athens Banner-Herald
May 10, 2010
ATLANTA — The CEO of Atlanta's Grady Memorial Hospital says a recent audit shows the hospital has made a financial turnaround.
CEO Michael Young told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that a recent audit for 2009 showed the hospital to be millions of dollars in the black.
Young noted that about $25 million of the reported $34 million surplus resulted from one-time infusions of cash and accounting procedures that do not represent cash on hand, but added that the audit by KPMG showed the hospital brought in about $10 million more than it spent.
The hospital reported a $50 million operating deficit two years ago.
To read the whole story please tap on link: http://ap.onlineathens.com/pstories/state/ga/20100510/637092144.shtml
© 2008 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
Elena Kagan Chosen By Obama For Supreme Court
Writer BEN FELLER
Associated Press
Athens Banner-Herald
May 10, 2010
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama nominated Solicitor General Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court on Monday, declaring the former Harvard Law School dean "one of the nation's foremost legal minds." She would be the court's youngest justice and give it three female members for the first time.
The nomination to replace liberal retiring Justice John Paul Stevens set the stage for a bruising confirmation battle, though mathematically Democrats should be able to prevail in the end.
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Associated Press
Athens Banner-Herald
May 10, 2010
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama nominated Solicitor General Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court on Monday, declaring the former Harvard Law School dean "one of the nation's foremost legal minds." She would be the court's youngest justice and give it three female members for the first time.
The nomination to replace liberal retiring Justice John Paul Stevens set the stage for a bruising confirmation battle, though mathematically Democrats should be able to prevail in the end.
For the whole story please tap link: http://ap.onlineathens.com/pstories/20100510/637117057.shtml
© 2008 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
Friday, May 07, 2010
Works of Art
By Kathryn Dobies
The Marietta Dailey Journal
May 6, 2010
MARIETTA - Today is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day, and therapists in Cobb are looking to bring to light the mental health issues children face and the need for support.
May is Mental Health Month, and today marks the fifth annual Children's Mental Health Awareness Day.
May is Mental Health Month, and today marks the fifth annual Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. Cobb art therapist Teresa Harris will be visiting Mt. Bethel United Methodist's preschool class to help them learn how to appropriately express their emotions, something she works on with kids ages 3 to 18.
Harris, owner of Art It Out Therapy Services, LLC on Powers Ferry Road, said art therapy is a way in which children can express their emotions more naturally through art.
"Children, doing the art for them is just natural. It's natural, it's easy and it's non-threatening," Harris said "For children who have trouble communicating, art therapy can be really helpful for them. Many children don't want to go to a therapist and just talk, so they come and do art and we can sort of sneak in the talking."
For the whole story please tap on link: http://www.mdjonline.com/view/full_story/7325602/article-Works-of-art?instance=special%20_coverage_right_column
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The Marietta Dailey Journal
May 6, 2010
MARIETTA - Today is National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day, and therapists in Cobb are looking to bring to light the mental health issues children face and the need for support.
May is Mental Health Month, and today marks the fifth annual Children's Mental Health Awareness Day.
May is Mental Health Month, and today marks the fifth annual Children's Mental Health Awareness Day. Cobb art therapist Teresa Harris will be visiting Mt. Bethel United Methodist's preschool class to help them learn how to appropriately express their emotions, something she works on with kids ages 3 to 18.
Harris, owner of Art It Out Therapy Services, LLC on Powers Ferry Road, said art therapy is a way in which children can express their emotions more naturally through art.
"Children, doing the art for them is just natural. It's natural, it's easy and it's non-threatening," Harris said "For children who have trouble communicating, art therapy can be really helpful for them. Many children don't want to go to a therapist and just talk, so they come and do art and we can sort of sneak in the talking."
For the whole story please tap on link: http://www.mdjonline.com/view/full_story/7325602/article-Works-of-art?instance=special%20_coverage_right_column
Content copyright © 2010 Marietta Daily Journal
Atlanta Issues Bad Air Alert
Associated Press
The Augusta Chronicle
May 7, 2010
ATLANTA - Georgia environment officials have issued a Code Orange air quality alert for metro Atlanta.
The state Environmental Protection Division issued the alert for Friday.
Meteorologist Rob Handel with the National Weather Service says children and people with special sensitivities to air quality should limit their time outdoors.
Handel says Code Orange smog alerts can occur between a dozen to 20 times per year.
http://chronicle.augusta.com/latest-news/2010-05-07/atlanta-issues-bad-air-alert?v=1273222844
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The Augusta Chronicle
May 7, 2010
ATLANTA - Georgia environment officials have issued a Code Orange air quality alert for metro Atlanta.
The state Environmental Protection Division issued the alert for Friday.
Meteorologist Rob Handel with the National Weather Service says children and people with special sensitivities to air quality should limit their time outdoors.
Handel says Code Orange smog alerts can occur between a dozen to 20 times per year.
http://chronicle.augusta.com/latest-news/2010-05-07/atlanta-issues-bad-air-alert?v=1273222844
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Perdue Signs $17.1 Billion Budget
APNews
The Athens Banner-Herald
May 7, 2010
ATLANTA — Gov. Sonny Perdue has signed the $17.1 billion amended budget covering the remainder of the fiscal year that ends June 30.
The spending plan is $1.5 billion lower than had originally been budgeted. Perdue and legislators were forced to hack state spending following 15 consecutive months of plunging tax collections.
The budget has forced most state employees to take unpaid furlough days.
Perdue said Thursday that the state has "managed through the worst economic downturn of our generation and protected the core mission of state government."
The Republican governor didn't use his line item veto power to strike items he didn't like in the plan.
Copyright 2010 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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The Athens Banner-Herald
May 7, 2010
ATLANTA — Gov. Sonny Perdue has signed the $17.1 billion amended budget covering the remainder of the fiscal year that ends June 30.
The spending plan is $1.5 billion lower than had originally been budgeted. Perdue and legislators were forced to hack state spending following 15 consecutive months of plunging tax collections.
The budget has forced most state employees to take unpaid furlough days.
Perdue said Thursday that the state has "managed through the worst economic downturn of our generation and protected the core mission of state government."
The Republican governor didn't use his line item veto power to strike items he didn't like in the plan.
Copyright 2010 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
http://ap.onlineathens.com/pstories/state/ga/20100506/635381000.shtml
© 2008 OnlineAthens • Athens Banner-Herald
Thursday, May 06, 2010
There is No Place like (a Real) Home
A Training Seminar on Supported Living
Sponsored by the Georgia Microboards Association and
The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilites
With Guest Speakers
Connie Lyle O’Brien, Responsive Systems Associates, Lithonia, Georgia
Peter Leidy, Options in Community Living, Madison, Wisconsin
Saturday, June 5
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Registration will begin at 8:30 AM – Lunch is included
Old Peachtree Presbyterian Church
1756 Old Peachtree Road
Duluth, GA 30097
This workshop is a rare opportunity to learn from two supported living organizations that provide support for people who live in their own homes and participate in community life. Although concepts like supported living, self-determination, and inclusion are now widespread, most adults with developmental disabilities continue to experience segregation and live under the control of others. These two agencies have over 35 years of combined experience in person-centered support and are internationally known for their innovative work.
Some of the questions/issues addressed in this workshop will be:
• What does individualized support look like?
• How do we get started—and how do we keep going?
• What does it take for people to have community membership and control of their lives?
• How do we do this in a system of over-regulation?
• How do we honor, support, and retain our support staff?
• How do we build a culture of respect?
• Examples of agency funding and individual budgets.
• What are the top 10 lessons learned about supported living?
Connie O’Brien and Peter Leidy will discuss their organizations’ journeys to fulfill the dream of community living for people with disabilities. The workshop will focus on the way we think about people, their needs and their relationships to the communities where they live. How do we describe current experiences and desirable futures for people with disabilities? Presenters will share personal stories about the successes and challenges people with disabilities, their families, and the staff who support them experience.
They will give participants a clear idea of both the hard work and rich rewards in creating a change in the typical pattern of support that is available. Topics include the how-to’s of day to day operation, funding issues, building a great staff, defining organizational structures, and developing lasting partnerships with families. Both agencies will describe the work of supported living as a continuous learning process which evolves as people’s lives change.
Come listen to these stories and begin one of your own. Participants can expect fast paced presentations of information, lively discussion, time for questions and answers, examples of successes and failures, and even a song or two! All in all, this will be a thought-provoking, stimulating, and fun-filled day.
Who should attend?
Both of these organizations began with a small group of committed people who dreamed big and were willing to work hard. If you fit that description, are looking for some ideas about how to get started, or need rejuvenation to continue what you’re already doing, this is for you. Whether you are a self-advocate, family member, concerned citizen, bureaucrat, direct support staff or the director of an organization, we believe you’ll find this training experience worthwhile.
CONNIE LYLE O’BRIEN
Connie is a native Georgian who has spent the last thirty years learning about what it takes for people with disabilities, their families, friends and allies to better support people with disabilities to live, work, learn, worship and have fun as full participants in community life. This learning has and continues to occur in many places across the United States, Canada, England, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Holland, and Spain. Her best teachers have been people with disabilities, their parents and friends, and direct service providers. This journey continues to bring new learning. We always underestimate what people with disabilities can learn, do, and contribute given adequate support. The journey never ends.
PETER LEIDY
Peter has been learning from people with disabilities since 1983. For almost 20 years he worked for Options in Community Living, a supported living agency in Madison, Wisconsin. His roles included direct support, service coordination, recruiting and supporting direct service staff, community building, and administrative responsibilities. Peter consults with individuals, families, organizations, counties, and states in areas such as supported living, self-determination, organizational development, building community relationships, and supporting and valuing direct support staff.
Sponsored by the Georgia Microboards Association and
The Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilites
With Guest Speakers
Connie Lyle O’Brien, Responsive Systems Associates, Lithonia, Georgia
Peter Leidy, Options in Community Living, Madison, Wisconsin
Saturday, June 5
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Registration will begin at 8:30 AM – Lunch is included
Old Peachtree Presbyterian Church
1756 Old Peachtree Road
Duluth, GA 30097
This workshop is a rare opportunity to learn from two supported living organizations that provide support for people who live in their own homes and participate in community life. Although concepts like supported living, self-determination, and inclusion are now widespread, most adults with developmental disabilities continue to experience segregation and live under the control of others. These two agencies have over 35 years of combined experience in person-centered support and are internationally known for their innovative work.
Some of the questions/issues addressed in this workshop will be:
• What does individualized support look like?
• How do we get started—and how do we keep going?
• What does it take for people to have community membership and control of their lives?
• How do we do this in a system of over-regulation?
• How do we honor, support, and retain our support staff?
• How do we build a culture of respect?
• Examples of agency funding and individual budgets.
• What are the top 10 lessons learned about supported living?
Connie O’Brien and Peter Leidy will discuss their organizations’ journeys to fulfill the dream of community living for people with disabilities. The workshop will focus on the way we think about people, their needs and their relationships to the communities where they live. How do we describe current experiences and desirable futures for people with disabilities? Presenters will share personal stories about the successes and challenges people with disabilities, their families, and the staff who support them experience.
They will give participants a clear idea of both the hard work and rich rewards in creating a change in the typical pattern of support that is available. Topics include the how-to’s of day to day operation, funding issues, building a great staff, defining organizational structures, and developing lasting partnerships with families. Both agencies will describe the work of supported living as a continuous learning process which evolves as people’s lives change.
Come listen to these stories and begin one of your own. Participants can expect fast paced presentations of information, lively discussion, time for questions and answers, examples of successes and failures, and even a song or two! All in all, this will be a thought-provoking, stimulating, and fun-filled day.
Who should attend?
Both of these organizations began with a small group of committed people who dreamed big and were willing to work hard. If you fit that description, are looking for some ideas about how to get started, or need rejuvenation to continue what you’re already doing, this is for you. Whether you are a self-advocate, family member, concerned citizen, bureaucrat, direct support staff or the director of an organization, we believe you’ll find this training experience worthwhile.
CONNIE LYLE O’BRIEN
Connie is a native Georgian who has spent the last thirty years learning about what it takes for people with disabilities, their families, friends and allies to better support people with disabilities to live, work, learn, worship and have fun as full participants in community life. This learning has and continues to occur in many places across the United States, Canada, England, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Holland, and Spain. Her best teachers have been people with disabilities, their parents and friends, and direct service providers. This journey continues to bring new learning. We always underestimate what people with disabilities can learn, do, and contribute given adequate support. The journey never ends.
PETER LEIDY
Peter has been learning from people with disabilities since 1983. For almost 20 years he worked for Options in Community Living, a supported living agency in Madison, Wisconsin. His roles included direct support, service coordination, recruiting and supporting direct service staff, community building, and administrative responsibilities. Peter consults with individuals, families, organizations, counties, and states in areas such as supported living, self-determination, organizational development, building community relationships, and supporting and valuing direct support staff.
Kids at Risk: Bullying In The New Millennium
Bullying is an age old problem. Today it has had new and deadly consequences. Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick recently signed anti-bullying legislation into law.
By Reporter: Charlene Israel
CBN News
Virginia Beach, VA.
May 5, 2010
"As governor and as a parent, I feel very strongly that no child should feel threatened or unsafe in our schools," Patrick said. "With this new law, we are giving our teachers, parents, and kids the tools and protections they need so that every student has a chance to reach their full potential."
The move comes after two students in the state committed suicide after being relentlessly harassed.
Jaihlen's Story
Javarro Cherry of Virginia Beach, Va., wants to protect his 10-year-old son, Jaihlen, from bullies. To do that he meets his son at his bus stop every day after school.
"I know that as long as someone's here, no one's going to bother him," Cherry told CBN News.
Jaihlen is small for his age and has been the victim of relentless bullying by kids at his public school.
For the whole story please tap on link: http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/us/2010/May/Kids-at-Risk-Bullying-in-the-New-Millennium/?cpid=EU_DD_2010_126
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By Reporter: Charlene Israel
CBN News
Virginia Beach, VA.
May 5, 2010
"As governor and as a parent, I feel very strongly that no child should feel threatened or unsafe in our schools," Patrick said. "With this new law, we are giving our teachers, parents, and kids the tools and protections they need so that every student has a chance to reach their full potential."
The move comes after two students in the state committed suicide after being relentlessly harassed.
Jaihlen's Story
Javarro Cherry of Virginia Beach, Va., wants to protect his 10-year-old son, Jaihlen, from bullies. To do that he meets his son at his bus stop every day after school.
"I know that as long as someone's here, no one's going to bother him," Cherry told CBN News.
Jaihlen is small for his age and has been the victim of relentless bullying by kids at his public school.
For the whole story please tap on link: http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/us/2010/May/Kids-at-Risk-Bullying-in-the-New-Millennium/?cpid=EU_DD_2010_126
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Georgia's Johnson Tapped For Transportation Panel
By Staff Writer: Dave Williams
Atlanta Business Chronicle
May 6, 2010
U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson, D-Stone Mountain, has been appointed to the powerful House Transportation Committee by Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Johnson’s office announced Thursday.
Johnson, who has represented Georgia’s 4th Congressional District since 2007, is chairman of a House Judiciary subcommittee and a member of the Democratic leadership team as Southeast regional whip.
He said his new position will give him the influence to more effectively serve not only his district but the entire state.
For the whole story please tap on link: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/05/03/daily67.html?surround=lfn
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Atlanta Business Chronicle
May 6, 2010
U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson, D-Stone Mountain, has been appointed to the powerful House Transportation Committee by Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Johnson’s office announced Thursday.
Johnson, who has represented Georgia’s 4th Congressional District since 2007, is chairman of a House Judiciary subcommittee and a member of the Democratic leadership team as Southeast regional whip.
He said his new position will give him the influence to more effectively serve not only his district but the entire state.
For the whole story please tap on link: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/05/03/daily67.html?surround=lfn
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MLK Elementary's Hightower Fulfills Her Destiny As A Teacher
By Reporter: Ethan Fowler
The Albany Herald
May 6, 2010
ALBANY, Ga. — It didn’t take long for Nichelle Hightower to see that she had a calling to become a teacher.
This became clear to her after reluctantly going to work with her mother, a nurse, at the mental retardation unit of a mental health facility.
Because Hightower said she was ignorant and fearful of how people with disabilities would act, she was hesitant. But her uneasiness soon dissipated.
“To my surprise, working with my mother sparked an interest and genuine love for working with people with disabilities,” said Hightower, a second-grade teacher at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary and one of eight finalists for the Dougherty County School System’s Teacher of the Year award. “Because of this chance encounter at my mother’s job, my desire to become a teacher grew more each day.”
This desire — coupled with inspirational fifth-grade teacher Juanita Freeman’s influence — helped Hightower decide to became a special education teacher for the first 10 years of her 13-year career.
“There is no greater accomplishment than having children succeed,” she wrote in her teacher of the year application. “I also consider it a great accomplishment to serve in the many leadership roles within the school. This demonstrates that I have become both a role model for my students and for my colleagues.”
For the full story please tap on link: http://www.albanyherald.com/home/headlines/92931959.html
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The Albany Herald
May 6, 2010
ALBANY, Ga. — It didn’t take long for Nichelle Hightower to see that she had a calling to become a teacher.
This became clear to her after reluctantly going to work with her mother, a nurse, at the mental retardation unit of a mental health facility.
Because Hightower said she was ignorant and fearful of how people with disabilities would act, she was hesitant. But her uneasiness soon dissipated.
“To my surprise, working with my mother sparked an interest and genuine love for working with people with disabilities,” said Hightower, a second-grade teacher at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary and one of eight finalists for the Dougherty County School System’s Teacher of the Year award. “Because of this chance encounter at my mother’s job, my desire to become a teacher grew more each day.”
This desire — coupled with inspirational fifth-grade teacher Juanita Freeman’s influence — helped Hightower decide to became a special education teacher for the first 10 years of her 13-year career.
“There is no greater accomplishment than having children succeed,” she wrote in her teacher of the year application. “I also consider it a great accomplishment to serve in the many leadership roles within the school. This demonstrates that I have become both a role model for my students and for my colleagues.”
For the full story please tap on link: http://www.albanyherald.com/home/headlines/92931959.html
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Wednesday, May 05, 2010
Postal Patrons Asked To Leave Food By Mailboxes Saturday
By Jeff Bishop
The Newnan Times-Herald
May 5, 2010
Local letter carriers are urging Coweta County residents to leave non-perishable food donations either in or beside their mailboxes for this year's "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive, taking place Saturday.
To read full article please tap on link: http://www.times-herald.com/local/Postal-patrons-asked-to-leave-food-by-mailboxes-Saturday-1115284
© 2010 The Newnan Times-Herald Inc., Newnan, Georgia.
The Newnan Times-Herald
May 5, 2010
Local letter carriers are urging Coweta County residents to leave non-perishable food donations either in or beside their mailboxes for this year's "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive, taking place Saturday.
To read full article please tap on link: http://www.times-herald.com/local/Postal-patrons-asked-to-leave-food-by-mailboxes-Saturday-1115284
© 2010 The Newnan Times-Herald Inc., Newnan, Georgia.
More Than 150 Polk Students Participate in 2010 Special Olympics
By Jeremy Stewart
Rockmart Journal
May 4, 2010
Every competitor at last Friday’s Polk County Special Olympics proved to be a winner.
Whether racing to the finish line, pushing for that extra distance or swinging for the fences, each one got to feel the exhilaration of a cheering crowd and the accomplishment of pressing on.
The event, held at Rockmart’s Nathan Dean Sports Complex for the third year in a row, saw over 150 participants from every school in the county come together for the eighth straight year.
For whole story please tap on link:
http://www.rockmartjrl.com/view/full_story/7281562/article-More-than-150-Polk-students-participate-in-2010-Special-Olympics-?instance=special_coverage_bullets_right_column
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Rockmart Journal
May 4, 2010
Every competitor at last Friday’s Polk County Special Olympics proved to be a winner.
Whether racing to the finish line, pushing for that extra distance or swinging for the fences, each one got to feel the exhilaration of a cheering crowd and the accomplishment of pressing on.
The event, held at Rockmart’s Nathan Dean Sports Complex for the third year in a row, saw over 150 participants from every school in the county come together for the eighth straight year.
For whole story please tap on link:
http://www.rockmartjrl.com/view/full_story/7281562/article-More-than-150-Polk-students-participate-in-2010-Special-Olympics-?instance=special_coverage_bullets_right_column
content copyright © 2010 The Fish Wrap.
Tuesday, May 04, 2010
Major Legislative Issues Await Next Governor
By James Salzer
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta News Section
May 1, 2010
The turbulent 2010 legislative session that ended at midnight Thursday was a mere preview of the storm that lies ahead for state leaders.
Lawmakers passed a plan this session to fund transportation improvements, approved tough water conservation standards and property assessment reform, and cut spending to balance a shriveled budget.
But the state’s financial picture may only get worse, the lottery-funded HOPE scholarship program is sliding toward financial ruin and lawmakers are pledging to rewrite tax laws, most likely to begin taxing services on everything from haircuts to legal services.
Those are the issues that will confront the next governor and lawmakers after the November elections.
For full story tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta/major-legislative-issues-await-512067.html
© 2010 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta News Section
May 1, 2010
The turbulent 2010 legislative session that ended at midnight Thursday was a mere preview of the storm that lies ahead for state leaders.
Lawmakers passed a plan this session to fund transportation improvements, approved tough water conservation standards and property assessment reform, and cut spending to balance a shriveled budget.
But the state’s financial picture may only get worse, the lottery-funded HOPE scholarship program is sliding toward financial ruin and lawmakers are pledging to rewrite tax laws, most likely to begin taxing services on everything from haircuts to legal services.
Those are the issues that will confront the next governor and lawmakers after the November elections.
For full story tap on link: http://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta/major-legislative-issues-await-512067.html
© 2010 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Georgia Fourth-Graders Get Glimpse Of Justice System
By TERESA STEPZINSKI
The Florida Times-Union
Savannah Morning News
May 4, 2010
BRUNSWICK, Ga. — U.S. District Judge Lisa Godbey Wood was on the bench. A witness testified from the stand. Jurors and spectators listened attentively.
Everything seemed normal in federal court Monday. Then came a crash, a dash and another crash all seemingly in the blink of an eye. A thief disguised in sunglasses, ball cap and baggy clothing burst into the courtroom through a side door, snatched a briefcase from the defense table then slammed out the main door with a court security officer in hot pursuit.
Wood, unfazed, quickly called on the fourth-graders who filled her courtroom as jurors and spectators for help as witnesses to describe what happened.
It might have looked realistic, but the snatch-and-grab theft, like the trial, wasn't real. It was part of a unique Law Day program attended by about 250 Glynn County fourth-grade students in Wood's courtroom at the federal courthouse in Brunswick.
For the full story tap on link: http://savannahnow.com/latest-news/2010-05-04/ga-4th-graders-get-glimpse-justice-system
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The Florida Times-Union
Savannah Morning News
May 4, 2010
BRUNSWICK, Ga. — U.S. District Judge Lisa Godbey Wood was on the bench. A witness testified from the stand. Jurors and spectators listened attentively.
Everything seemed normal in federal court Monday. Then came a crash, a dash and another crash all seemingly in the blink of an eye. A thief disguised in sunglasses, ball cap and baggy clothing burst into the courtroom through a side door, snatched a briefcase from the defense table then slammed out the main door with a court security officer in hot pursuit.
Wood, unfazed, quickly called on the fourth-graders who filled her courtroom as jurors and spectators for help as witnesses to describe what happened.
It might have looked realistic, but the snatch-and-grab theft, like the trial, wasn't real. It was part of a unique Law Day program attended by about 250 Glynn County fourth-grade students in Wood's courtroom at the federal courthouse in Brunswick.
For the full story tap on link: http://savannahnow.com/latest-news/2010-05-04/ga-4th-graders-get-glimpse-justice-system
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Lightning Strike Delays Atlanta Trains
The Associated Press
The Athens Banner-Herald
May 4, 2010
ATLANTA — East-west trains on Atlanta's MARTA rail lines are being delayed while repairs are made following a lightning strike.
MARTA officials say the trains are running on a single track between the Ashby and CNN Center rail stations, and between Ashby and Bankhead stations, as crews work to fix damage caused by a lightning strike during Monday mornimg's heavy rains.
MARTA says repairs between Ashby and Bankhead could take up to five days.
On Monday, MARTA rail service was interrupted on the north-south line between Five Points and Lindbergh after a fire in a midtown Atlanta tunnel.
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The Athens Banner-Herald
May 4, 2010
ATLANTA — East-west trains on Atlanta's MARTA rail lines are being delayed while repairs are made following a lightning strike.
MARTA officials say the trains are running on a single track between the Ashby and CNN Center rail stations, and between Ashby and Bankhead stations, as crews work to fix damage caused by a lightning strike during Monday mornimg's heavy rains.
MARTA says repairs between Ashby and Bankhead could take up to five days.
On Monday, MARTA rail service was interrupted on the north-south line between Five Points and Lindbergh after a fire in a midtown Atlanta tunnel.
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http://www.ajc.com
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Monday, May 03, 2010
Injections Show Promise For Diabetic Eyes
Vision for the future
By Tom Corwin
The Augusta Chronicle
April 29, 2010
William Schafer is not surprised that the injection and laser treatment he receives for diabetes-related eye problems has proved successful in a national study.
Dr. Dennis Marcus, of the Southeast Retina Center, injects Van Tassel's eye with Lucentis, a drug that has helped improve the eyesight of diabetics in a study when combined with laser treatment.
"It helped mine," said Schafer, 48, as he sat at Southeast Retina Center, one of 52 sites nationally taking part in the clinical trial.
Physicians involved in the study say it provides evidence for the first new treatment in 25 years for a diabetes-related eye swelling called macular edema, the leading cause of blindness in working-age Americans.
To read more please click on link: http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/health/2010-04-29/injections-show-promise-diabetic-eyes?v=1272506096
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By Tom Corwin
The Augusta Chronicle
April 29, 2010
William Schafer is not surprised that the injection and laser treatment he receives for diabetes-related eye problems has proved successful in a national study.
Dr. Dennis Marcus, of the Southeast Retina Center, injects Van Tassel's eye with Lucentis, a drug that has helped improve the eyesight of diabetics in a study when combined with laser treatment.
"It helped mine," said Schafer, 48, as he sat at Southeast Retina Center, one of 52 sites nationally taking part in the clinical trial.
Physicians involved in the study say it provides evidence for the first new treatment in 25 years for a diabetes-related eye swelling called macular edema, the leading cause of blindness in working-age Americans.
To read more please click on link: http://chronicle.augusta.com/news/health/2010-04-29/injections-show-promise-diabetic-eyes?v=1272506096
The Augusta Chronicle ©2010. All Rights Reserved.
Atlanta's Rail Service Interrupted
Associated Press
The Augusta Chronicle
May 3, 2010 8:41 AM
ATLANTA - Metro Atlanta's MARTA rail system was disrupted by mechanical problems, shutting down a portion of the service.
A problem on the west portion of the East-West line shut down traffic between the H.E. Holmes station and the Five Points hub Monday morning.
MARTA officials say crews are working to repair the problem and bus shuttles have been set up.
MARTA says service also has been delayed between Lindbergh station and Five Points on the North-South line, with delays of 15 to 20 minutes.
http://chronicle.augusta.com/latest-news/2010-05-03/atlantas-rail-service-interrupted?v=1272876083
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The Augusta Chronicle
May 3, 2010 8:41 AM
ATLANTA - Metro Atlanta's MARTA rail system was disrupted by mechanical problems, shutting down a portion of the service.
A problem on the west portion of the East-West line shut down traffic between the H.E. Holmes station and the Five Points hub Monday morning.
MARTA officials say crews are working to repair the problem and bus shuttles have been set up.
MARTA says service also has been delayed between Lindbergh station and Five Points on the North-South line, with delays of 15 to 20 minutes.
http://chronicle.augusta.com/latest-news/2010-05-03/atlantas-rail-service-interrupted?v=1272876083
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REPORT: Georgia Tax Laws Tough on Poor
By Jimmy DeButts
Atlanta Business Chronicle
April 30, 2010
Georgia’s tax laws are among the nation’s harshest on the working poor, according to a new report.
Georgia is one of five states that tax families of three or four in severe poverty, meaning those earning less than three-quarters of the federal poverty line. That income level in 2009 was $12,827 for a family of three and $16,460 for a family of four, according to a report released on April 28 by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Alabama, Illinois, Montana and Ohio join Georgia in its tax treatment of low-income families.
To read more please click on link: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/04/26/daily81.html?surround=lfn
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Atlanta Business Chronicle
April 30, 2010
Georgia’s tax laws are among the nation’s harshest on the working poor, according to a new report.
Georgia is one of five states that tax families of three or four in severe poverty, meaning those earning less than three-quarters of the federal poverty line. That income level in 2009 was $12,827 for a family of three and $16,460 for a family of four, according to a report released on April 28 by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Alabama, Illinois, Montana and Ohio join Georgia in its tax treatment of low-income families.
To read more please click on link: http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/04/26/daily81.html?surround=lfn
© 2010 American City Business Journals, Inc. and its licensors. All rights reserved.
More Dems Beat Georgia Qualifying Deadline
By Dave Williams
Atlanta Business Chronicle
April 30,2010
Democrats dominated the final hours of qualifying for the top races on this year’s Georgia ballot.
State Attorney General Thurbert Baker signed up Friday to run for governor in the July 20 Democratic primary, beating the noon deadline, as did Georgia Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, who is seeking a seat in the U.S. Senate.
State Rep. Randal (CQ) Mangham, D-Decatur, also qualified to run for governor in a surprise move, joining a Democratic field that, besides Baker, includes former Gov. Roy Barnes, House Minority Leader DuBose Porter and former Georgia Adjutant General David Poythress.
Major candidates in the Republican gubernatorial race include former Secretary of State Karen Handel, state Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine, former U.S. Rep. Nathan Deal and former Georgia Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson.
State Rep. Austin Scott, R-Tifton, who was running for governor, decided this week to shift gears and challenge Democratic U.S. Rep. Jim Marshall of Macon in Georgia’s 8th Congressional District.
Thurmond is going up against incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson, who is running for a second six-year term.
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Atlanta Business Chronicle
April 30,2010
Democrats dominated the final hours of qualifying for the top races on this year’s Georgia ballot.
State Attorney General Thurbert Baker signed up Friday to run for governor in the July 20 Democratic primary, beating the noon deadline, as did Georgia Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond, who is seeking a seat in the U.S. Senate.
State Rep. Randal (CQ) Mangham, D-Decatur, also qualified to run for governor in a surprise move, joining a Democratic field that, besides Baker, includes former Gov. Roy Barnes, House Minority Leader DuBose Porter and former Georgia Adjutant General David Poythress.
Major candidates in the Republican gubernatorial race include former Secretary of State Karen Handel, state Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine, former U.S. Rep. Nathan Deal and former Georgia Senate President Pro Tempore Eric Johnson.
State Rep. Austin Scott, R-Tifton, who was running for governor, decided this week to shift gears and challenge Democratic U.S. Rep. Jim Marshall of Macon in Georgia’s 8th Congressional District.
Thurmond is going up against incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson, who is running for a second six-year term.
To read more please tap on link:
http://atlanta.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2010/04/26/daily76.html
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