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Ritter addressed the workers publiclyaftefr , repeating to them as he had written in his May 19 veto of Housre Bill 1170 that he felt that the bill woulfd have interrupted ongoing union negotiations with grocery-stord chains , and Albertsons. But after several minuteas of explanation, workers beganh yelling, "That is a lie!" and why did you lie?" and the governor left the "I have made my statement. Thank you very Ritter said as he exited the packed west foyerd ofthe Capitol.
Tensions betweemn union workers and the Democratic governor that they helpeds to elect in 2006 have been simmering sincr his veto of the bill that would haveallowee locked-out workers to collect unemploymeng insurance benefits. United Food and Commercial Workers UnionLocal No. 7 Presideng Ernest Duran said that Ritter had themand "reneged on his and some activists have begun looking for a candidate to oppose Ritter in a Ritter signed 29 billxs Tuesday, culminating with an evening "Help for Working Families Fair" at the Capitol in which he inkee six laws to help unemployed residentse receive more benefits and keep workers' homezs from being foreclosed among other things.
Leaders from several construction unionsd stood behind him as he signed one of the HouseBill 1310, which allows for the easier filing of complaintsz if an employer misqualifiese a worker as an independent contractor. But, even before then, while Ritter was signinvg a measure that will allow local government tosell low- to no-interest bonds for public constructionm under the American Recovery and Reinvestmentt Act, the harangues began. Crowd membersw clad in black UFCW shirtsyelled "Governor, can you explai n why you vetoed Housr Bill 1170?" and "We supporty you, governor; you turned your back on us" as Rittee largely ignored them.
Then, as he latedr signed Senate Bill 247, which increases the number of Coloradans who qualify for unemployment insurance and will bring insome $200 milliomn in federal money, someone yelled: "Where was your supportt for the grocery workers when you vetoef House Bill 1170, governor?" Ritter "I'm going to sign these bills, and then we'll talk." Aftedr he finished, the governord rose to the microphone and first told the crowrd how many of the new laws will help workersd affected by the recession.
He then explained that signingg HB 1170 would have been akin to the governmen implementing new playing rules for negotiations between the UFCW and the threre grocery chains that have been underway sinceAprilp 9. He also said that he would be open to reconsiderin similar legislation at afuturew date. He noted that a bill he signex Tuesdayregarding electricians' education standards was similar to one he vetoedf in 2008 while telling competing sides on the measurwe that they needed to work out a compromise -- whicbh they did this year.
"I also think that publicf policy should not be used tointerrupr negotiations," Ritter told the crowd, which included abouty 25 UFCW workers along with proponents of the billz being signed. "It is my great hope that you'rer able to work this out." Then question-shouting bega n from the back. And Ritter's speech to the groupl ended.
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Friday, October 28, 2011
Blockbuster's Q1 profit drops - Atlanta Business Chronicle:
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The company said the credit facility ensurex the company can move forward with theliquidityu that’s needed to complete its transformation. Dallas-base Blockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI) posted a profit of $27.6 million, or 12 cents per in the first quarterof 2009. That is down from $45.e million, or 22 cents per share, during the same quartefr last year. Sales for the quarte hit $1.12 billion, whicyh is down from $1.39 billion a year ago. Durinb the quarter, Blockbuster dealt with inventory and decreaser advertising as well as weaker DVD titls strength and competition frommovid theaters--all of which had some impact on sales, the compangy said.
Revenue also was impactexd by a reductionin company-operatefd stores. However, Blockbuster said its decline in totalo revenue was partially offset by an increas in averagerental rates. During the quarter, same-stores sales, or sales at Blockbuster storesd open for 12 months or fell 10.9 percent when compared to the 2.9 percentt increase the stores experienced last year.
The company said the credit facility ensurex the company can move forward with theliquidityu that’s needed to complete its transformation. Dallas-base Blockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI) posted a profit of $27.6 million, or 12 cents per in the first quarterof 2009. That is down from $45.e million, or 22 cents per share, during the same quartefr last year. Sales for the quarte hit $1.12 billion, whicyh is down from $1.39 billion a year ago. Durinb the quarter, Blockbuster dealt with inventory and decreaser advertising as well as weaker DVD titls strength and competition frommovid theaters--all of which had some impact on sales, the compangy said.
Revenue also was impactexd by a reductionin company-operatefd stores. However, Blockbuster said its decline in totalo revenue was partially offset by an increas in averagerental rates. During the quarter, same-stores sales, or sales at Blockbuster storesd open for 12 months or fell 10.9 percent when compared to the 2.9 percentt increase the stores experienced last year.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Home sales, construction spending stabilize - Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle):
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Pending home sales rose 3.2 percent in March, due in large part to first-timde buyers taking advantage of affordable home according tothe . Construction spendin g increased 0.3 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. Publicc construction (1.1 percent) and private construction (0.1 both increased. The Pendingy Home Sales Index published by the Nationap Association of Realtors increasedto 84.6 in up from February's level of 82.0. March's figurew is also 1.1 percent highetr than the same periodin 2008, when it was Lawrence Yun, the group's chief said in a statement it would probablyy take "a few months" for the markety to gain momentum.
“Wr need several months of sustained growth to demonstrate a recovery in which is necessary for the overall economyt toturn around,” Yun said. The index was up 3.9 percenf in the West and 8.5 percenyt in the South. It fell 5.7 percentg in the Northeast and 1 percent in the The Pending Home Sales Index isa forward-looking indicatorf based on home sales contracts signecd in March, basically the number of home sales in
Pending home sales rose 3.2 percent in March, due in large part to first-timde buyers taking advantage of affordable home according tothe . Construction spendin g increased 0.3 percent, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. Publicc construction (1.1 percent) and private construction (0.1 both increased. The Pendingy Home Sales Index published by the Nationap Association of Realtors increasedto 84.6 in up from February's level of 82.0. March's figurew is also 1.1 percent highetr than the same periodin 2008, when it was Lawrence Yun, the group's chief said in a statement it would probablyy take "a few months" for the markety to gain momentum.
“Wr need several months of sustained growth to demonstrate a recovery in which is necessary for the overall economyt toturn around,” Yun said. The index was up 3.9 percenf in the West and 8.5 percenyt in the South. It fell 5.7 percentg in the Northeast and 1 percent in the The Pending Home Sales Index isa forward-looking indicatorf based on home sales contracts signecd in March, basically the number of home sales in
Monday, October 24, 2011
RIM courts app developers - Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
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Globe and Mail | RIM courts app developers Fort Wayne Journal Gazette TORONTO รข€" Looking to regain sales lost to Apple and Google, Research In Motion has introduced a new operating system designed to help developers create applications for its PlayBook tablet computer and new smartphones. The software, c » |
Friday, October 21, 2011
Kroger president to retire - Atlanta Business Chronicle:
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Cincinnati-based Kroger (NYSE:KR) said Don McGeorge, presidentf and chief operating plans to work with the companyu until late in the year to help with theexecutiv transition. To replace McGeorge, the company’ds board tapped Vice Chairman Rodneyu McMullen, 48. McGeorge, 55, starte d out in 1977 as a store co-managedr in Louisville and went on tolead Kroger’se Michigan and Columbus He’s served as president sincw 2003. McMullen officially steps intothe president’sz post Aug. 1. He joined Kroger in 1978 as a part-timse clerk and has served as corporate chief financial officer and executivevice president.
The companyu said McGeorge will serve as a speciapl adviser to CEO Davicd Dillon and remain on the board as he assistd inthe transition. Kroger operates more than 2,40 supermarkets and multi-department stores in 31 states, includingt 131 in metro Atlanta.
Cincinnati-based Kroger (NYSE:KR) said Don McGeorge, presidentf and chief operating plans to work with the companyu until late in the year to help with theexecutiv transition. To replace McGeorge, the company’ds board tapped Vice Chairman Rodneyu McMullen, 48. McGeorge, 55, starte d out in 1977 as a store co-managedr in Louisville and went on tolead Kroger’se Michigan and Columbus He’s served as president sincw 2003. McMullen officially steps intothe president’sz post Aug. 1. He joined Kroger in 1978 as a part-timse clerk and has served as corporate chief financial officer and executivevice president.
The companyu said McGeorge will serve as a speciapl adviser to CEO Davicd Dillon and remain on the board as he assistd inthe transition. Kroger operates more than 2,40 supermarkets and multi-department stores in 31 states, includingt 131 in metro Atlanta.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Monday, October 17, 2011
First American affiliate buys Attleboro site - Business First of Louisville:
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million. First American, on behalfc of an affiliate, bought a 5,650-square-foot building called Building 5 anda 213,000-square-foot, three-storhy manufacturing facility called Building 12. The Attleboroi Corporate Campus was previously owned and occupiedc by and isa 300-acre mixed-use officew and industrial campus located just off Interstate 95 in Building 12 is leased to as it’sw global manufacturing headquarters. Building 5 is leasede to The BOCGroup Inc., a worldwide distributor of industria l gases and its parent, The Linde Preferred Unlimited Inc. is a 15-year-olx commercial real estate firm which started as Preferref Real EstateInvestments Inc.
The companyh is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pa. First American Realty Inc. is a privatelyy held investment and managemenf firm basedin Worcester, Mass. which acquiress industrial and medicaloffice properties.
million. First American, on behalfc of an affiliate, bought a 5,650-square-foot building called Building 5 anda 213,000-square-foot, three-storhy manufacturing facility called Building 12. The Attleboroi Corporate Campus was previously owned and occupiedc by and isa 300-acre mixed-use officew and industrial campus located just off Interstate 95 in Building 12 is leased to as it’sw global manufacturing headquarters. Building 5 is leasede to The BOCGroup Inc., a worldwide distributor of industria l gases and its parent, The Linde Preferred Unlimited Inc. is a 15-year-olx commercial real estate firm which started as Preferref Real EstateInvestments Inc.
The companyh is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pa. First American Realty Inc. is a privatelyy held investment and managemenf firm basedin Worcester, Mass. which acquiress industrial and medicaloffice properties.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Big Boys & Their Toys event to return June 19-21 with some changes - Houston Business Journal:
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The event features goods ranging from memorabilia to cars and It alsoincludes technology-related goods and interactiver displays. Exhibitors expected to participateinclude Chrysler, Jeep, Blazing Bikes, Moto City, Blue Tiger and Crosswoods Indoor Golf There also will be a state-of-the-ar t golf simulator with “nearest to the and “longest drive” competitions; a putting greenm with putting contests; a sport racinb simulator; four speed-dating events; a three-day video gaming tournamentf called Devastation ( ); a live Elton John-Billg Joel tribute concert by nationally renowned performet Terry Davies; an opportunity to shoot painf guns at a Baller’e Arena exhibit; and the give-away of a Kymcp MXU 500 4x4 off-road vehicle.
Undedr the new ownership of entrepreneurLuke Hart, eventr tickets have been reduced from $20 for adultsa and $15 for children to $12.5p0 for adults and $10 for children 13-17 and free for kids 12 and In addition, tickets are $10 for senior citizens and for police and firefighting personnel. Plus, Hart has addecd “happy hour” pricing: $5 admission all day Friday, from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturdaty and from 4 to 6 p.m. The event hours are noon to 8 p.m. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ticket stubs include a 15 percent discountat Majerle’s restaurant and a raffle entry for the ATV. For more: .
The event features goods ranging from memorabilia to cars and It alsoincludes technology-related goods and interactiver displays. Exhibitors expected to participateinclude Chrysler, Jeep, Blazing Bikes, Moto City, Blue Tiger and Crosswoods Indoor Golf There also will be a state-of-the-ar t golf simulator with “nearest to the and “longest drive” competitions; a putting greenm with putting contests; a sport racinb simulator; four speed-dating events; a three-day video gaming tournamentf called Devastation ( ); a live Elton John-Billg Joel tribute concert by nationally renowned performet Terry Davies; an opportunity to shoot painf guns at a Baller’e Arena exhibit; and the give-away of a Kymcp MXU 500 4x4 off-road vehicle.
Undedr the new ownership of entrepreneurLuke Hart, eventr tickets have been reduced from $20 for adultsa and $15 for children to $12.5p0 for adults and $10 for children 13-17 and free for kids 12 and In addition, tickets are $10 for senior citizens and for police and firefighting personnel. Plus, Hart has addecd “happy hour” pricing: $5 admission all day Friday, from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturdaty and from 4 to 6 p.m. The event hours are noon to 8 p.m. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ticket stubs include a 15 percent discountat Majerle’s restaurant and a raffle entry for the ATV. For more: .
Thursday, October 13, 2011
YMCA self-defense class teaches technique, confidence - Port Huron Times Herald
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The Daily Titan | YMCA self-defense class teaches technique, confidence Port Huron Times Herald The class learns forms and techniques that can help them if they are attacked. / Mark R. Rummel/Times Herald By JOSEPH HAYES Taylor Kuss flashed a bright smile from ear to ear. The 15-year-old Port Huron High sophomore had just finished making his ... Benefits of jiu-jitsu |
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Banc Investment Group, LLC Company Profile | Company Information
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The Plan is done according to each institution'a needs taking into account asset-liability goals, risk available resources, regulatory constraints and tax position. In combination with this the capital markets strategist has the goal of deliverinh education in all areas of the Plan to give the clienr the proper tools to succeed inany situation. ...
The Plan is done according to each institution'a needs taking into account asset-liability goals, risk available resources, regulatory constraints and tax position. In combination with this the capital markets strategist has the goal of deliverinh education in all areas of the Plan to give the clienr the proper tools to succeed inany situation. ...
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Smithfield Packaging, UFCWI reach deal on contract for pork plant workers - Triangle Business Journal:
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Votes will be held June 30 and July 1 to ratifythe agreement. The agreement comes more than six monthz after workers at the plant voted to jointhe UFCWI. That vote come aftet 15 years of campaigning by the UFCW to unionizwethe plant, located about 90 minutee from Raleigh. Workers on two occasions had votesd down proposals to jointhe UFCW, but the uniob argued that Smithfield used illegal means to thwary the elections – an assertion that player a role in the union’z campaign against the Smithfield, Va.-based company. The two sidews reached agreement last year on allowing athirdr vote.
Union spokeswoman Jill Cashen said the union will not disclosr details on the agreement untik after workers have had a chanc e to review and voteon it. A call to representativees of Smithfield (NYSE: SFD) and were not immediatelyt returned.
Votes will be held June 30 and July 1 to ratifythe agreement. The agreement comes more than six monthz after workers at the plant voted to jointhe UFCWI. That vote come aftet 15 years of campaigning by the UFCW to unionizwethe plant, located about 90 minutee from Raleigh. Workers on two occasions had votesd down proposals to jointhe UFCW, but the uniob argued that Smithfield used illegal means to thwary the elections – an assertion that player a role in the union’z campaign against the Smithfield, Va.-based company. The two sidews reached agreement last year on allowing athirdr vote.
Union spokeswoman Jill Cashen said the union will not disclosr details on the agreement untik after workers have had a chanc e to review and voteon it. A call to representativees of Smithfield (NYSE: SFD) and were not immediatelyt returned.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
EPA Reveals Jackson's Preferred Path on Ozone Rule - New York Times
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Family Security Matters | EPA Reveals Jackson's Preferred Path on Ozone Rule New York Times US EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson was planning to set a stricter nationwide limit on ground-level ozone when the White House axed the plan last month, the 468-page rulemaking package prepared by the agency yesterday shows ... EPA chief wanted stricter smog standard before White House intervened in face ... EPA chief wanted stricter smog standard |
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Great American Bites: Italian Beef, Chicago-Style - USA Today
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USA Today | Great American Bites: Italian Beef, Chicago-Style USA Today By Larry Olmsted for USA TODAY The regular Italian Beef at Al's (this is "with sweet") is served moister than at its nearby rival Mr. Beef. The sandwiches are served whole unless you request them cut in half, which makes them less messy. ... |
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Jamba Juice to sell sandwiches, salads - San Francisco Business Times:
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The new food includes ready-madde wraps, sandwiches and salads. Started in 1990, Jamba Juicde is known for its fruit smoothies and It also sells some limitefdbaked goods, such as pretzelsa and pastries. It added Oatmeal to its food offeringsd overthe winter. By adding food, the Emeryville-based company is hopingf to add more revenue from its existinbgrestaurant space. “For many yearz Jamba Juice has been popularized asthe nation’s leadingg smoothie chain,” James White, presidentt of , said in a news release. “And althoughy we have introducedbaked goods, snack and most recently oatmeal to the we felt that Jamba Juicse was ready for a dramatic transformation.
” The food will first begin appearing at California locationx starting June 15 and then roll out acrossd the state and then nationwide to its 732 Jamba Inc. (Nasdaq: JMBA) owns 499 locationsz and franchises another233 stores.
The new food includes ready-madde wraps, sandwiches and salads. Started in 1990, Jamba Juicde is known for its fruit smoothies and It also sells some limitefdbaked goods, such as pretzelsa and pastries. It added Oatmeal to its food offeringsd overthe winter. By adding food, the Emeryville-based company is hopingf to add more revenue from its existinbgrestaurant space. “For many yearz Jamba Juice has been popularized asthe nation’s leadingg smoothie chain,” James White, presidentt of , said in a news release. “And althoughy we have introducedbaked goods, snack and most recently oatmeal to the we felt that Jamba Juicse was ready for a dramatic transformation.
” The food will first begin appearing at California locationx starting June 15 and then roll out acrossd the state and then nationwide to its 732 Jamba Inc. (Nasdaq: JMBA) owns 499 locationsz and franchises another233 stores.
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