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Pence wants campaign events open to all media Gov. Mike Pence says…
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Hurdles emerge for motocross track
Assistant City Manager Chris Kirk outlines some of the requirements needed to build a possible motocross track near the Event Center and Tehachapi Airport. The Tehachapi City Council voted to obtain an appraisal on some 13 acres of land near the Events Center to move forward on possibly building a motocross track there.
Your list of All-Star Week events
Oliver Anderson, 7, center, of Yakima Washington jumps for joy during practice fielding balls toward home plate at The Diamond during All-Star Game Fanfest. He was visiting his grandparents who live in San Diego.
Trump Cancels Friday Campaigns Events, Calls Dallas Police Massacre…
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump canceled two scheduled campaign events in Miami Friday out of respect for the fallen officers in Thursday's massacre in Dallas of police officers. Trump also issued a statement in which he called the massacre "an attack on our country" and spoke out on Twitter.
She Said, He Said: How Clinton’s Version Of Events Stacks Up With Comey’s
The long-running drama over Hillary Clinton's use of a personal email server during her time as secretary of state came to some resolution today as FBI Director James Comey announced that while Clinton was "extremely careless" in handling classified information, she should not face charges. As Comey laid out the agency's reasoning, however, it became clear that his version of events differed from what Clinton has said in the past.
Portland’s Funniest comedians and movies in the park: 7 Portland events for the week ahead
With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, you should have some extra time away from work to fill. Keep the celebration going with these seven Portland-area events coming up.
Clinton campaign suggested intros, questions prior to events
For Hillary Clinton, the presidential campaign has been about building an approachable image: She's often eschewed big arenas in favour of town halls, peppered her ads with personal stories and planned less-scripted gatherings with voters. But emails obtained by The Associated Press reveal a careful, behind-the-scenes effort to review introductory remarks for college presidents and students presenting the Democratic front-runner as a speaker, as well as suggesting questions that happened to be aligned with her campaign platform.
Emails: Clinton staff reviewed event questions
For Hillary Clinton, the presidential campaign has been about building an approachable image: She's often eschewed big arenas in favor of town halls, peppered her ads with personal stories and planned less-scripted gatherings with voters. But emails obtained by The Associated Press reveal a careful, behind-the-scenes effort to review introductory remarks for college presidents and students presenting the Democratic front-runner as a speaker, as well as suggesting questions that happened to be aligned with her campaign platform.
Emails: Clinton staff reviewed event questions For Hillary Clinton,…
For Hillary Clinton, the presidential campaign has been about building an approachable image: She's often eschewed big arenas in favor of town halls, peppered her ads with personal stories and planned less-scripted gatherings with voters. But emails obtained by The Associated Press reveal a careful, behind-the-scenes effort to review introductory remarks for college presidents and students presenting the Democratic front-runner as a speaker, as well as suggesting questions that happened to be aligned with her campaign platform.
NYC investigates use of Trump Tower for campaign events
The New York City Department of Buildings confirmed Wednesday that it is investigating the use of the Trump Tower atrium for campaign events, which may violate an agreement Donald Trump made to keep parts the building open to the public when he built the landmark. Department spokesman Joe Soldevere told CNN that the "Department of Building's enforcement unit is investigating whether the atrium was improperly closed to the public."
Topeka Memorial Day events include grave marker dedication for Lincoln bodyguard
A historical group dedicated a new Topeka Cemetery grave marker Monday for John Holmes, a bodyguard for President Abraham Lincoln. The ceremony was one of several held Monday in Topeka to honor veterans, with one featuring Sen. Pat Roberts as guest speaker.
Which candidate’s campaign events need the most security?
The Secret Service has been enlisting the help of TSA screeners to provide additional security at political events this campaign season. In the last few months, the TSA has received more requests for screeners at events for Donald Trump than any other candidate.
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Course "The Integration of Human Factors into Design Controls and Risk Analysis" has been pre-approved by RAPS as eligible for up to 12 credits towards a participant's RAC recertification upon full completion. Human Factors/Usability testing is now a requirement.
Sweet Aviation expands its footprint at Smith Field
Fort Wayne Ind. Sweetwater Aviation will hold its annual Spring Open House at its facilities at Smith Field in Fort Wayne.
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Last week, Alaska senators Lisa Murkowski , Dan Sullivan and Rep. Don Young asked Secretary of State John Kerry to negotiate with Canadian leaders to make sure appropriate environmental safeguards are in place for mine development in Southeast Alaska. The congressional delegation explained the importance of this issue to Alaskans and the need for assurances that the water quality in transboundary waters between Alaska and Canada will be maintained.
5 Tips for Donating Food After Events
With most caterers building overages into their event plans, much wholesome, edible, and nourishing food goes to waste every day - and it doesn't have to. Event professionals who donate leftover food following events are protected under the law, and the process can be easy, safe, and streamlined.