Truckee, CA…Sometimes surprises come at the right time. Megan Kasden spoke through tears this week when she answered the phone and found out she had won the Gene Upshaw Memorial Fund Super Bowl raffle. The prize is an all-expense paid trip for two to Super Bowl XLVIII at the Met Life Stadium. The raffle raised […]
Montgomery, AL…Today in 1955 Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on a public to a white man. “I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.” Rosa Parks
Gettysburg, PA…The Gettysburg Address was delivered by Lincoln on the afternoon of Thursday, November 19, 1863. His famous speech was prepared for the dedication of the Soldiers’ National Cemetery four and a half months after the Battle of Gettysburg… “Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent a new nation, […]
San Carlos, CA…Experts in the dermatology field have agreed that it is difficult for dermatologists to read biopsy slides. If this is true, then why do some dermatologists still insist on doing so, resulting in patient compromise? It’s frightening for me to think of how trusting I was with my family dermatologist of about 20 […]
Help people affected by the Pacific typhoon. Typhoon Haiyan swept across the central Philippines on Friday leaving a trail of massive destruction in its wake. With sustained winds reported at over 145 miles per hour, and significantly stronger gusts, Haiyan was the second category 5 typhoon to strike the Philippines this year. The typhoon affected […]
Sparks, NV…Because the capacity of the Sparks Christian Fellowship, 510 Greenbrae Drive, will likely be surpassed for the Celebration of Life for Master Sgt. Michael Landsberry on Sunday at 3 p.m., overflow attendance for the event will be directed to Greenbrae Elementary School across from the church on Fourth St. The doors to the church […]
Reno, NV…At the request of the Landsberry family, the Nevada Military Support Alliance has agreed to accept donations and contributions in honor of Master Sgt. Michael Landsberry. Michael Landsberry was the teacher and Nevada Air National Guardsman who was fatally shot at Sparks Middle School on October 21, 2013. Donors and contributors are asked to […]
Reno, NV… Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has recognized religious statesman Rajan Zed on his “remarkable achievements”. In a signed “Certificate of Recognition” affixed with State of Nevada seal and “Presented to Rajan Zed, religious statesman of Nevada”, Sandoval wrote: “As Governor of the State of Nevada, I commend you on the extraordinary compassion and dedication […]
Incline Village, NV…You waited patiently all year and FINALLY the time is here! Pet Network’s 5th Annual Purses for Pets is THIS Sunday, and even better, the event is back in Incline Village’s Hyatt Grand Ballroom! October 27th, from 1pm – 4pm you will be treated to the ultimate ladies-day-out! Champagne, wine, chocolate, fruit, cheese… […]
Washington, DC…If you have a dog or cat that became ill after eating jerky pet treats, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would like to hear from you or your veterinarian. The agency has repeatedly issued alerts to consumers about reports it has received concerning jerky pet treat-related illnesses involving 3,600 dogs and 10 cats […]
