Composiflex, a global supplier of highly-engineered composite products, has successfully manufactured parabolic dish antennas that operate at Ka band. The company has launched production processes to produce Ka and other band antenna products and will be showcasing these products at Satellite 2013 in Washington D.C. March 19th at booth #9103. Improvements in mold tolerance plus an ability to control process variation have been instrumental in developing and tuning processes for these demanding high-frequency applications. Both solid and segmented dish styles will be ...

National City has been getting more overnight visitors and has surpassed its goal for the first year of a three-year plan established by the Tourism and Marketing District, according to Jacqueline L. Reynoso, president of the National City Chamber of Commerce, which oversees the district. When the Tourism Marketing District was formed in February of last year, the city expected to collect $150,000 in additional transient occupancy tax to fund the TMD and it surpassed that goal by almost 17 percent as a direct result of more hotel stays in National City. The extra funds ...

During a traffic stop, it is not rare for police officers to ask permission to search through the vehicle of the person they pulled over. While, in many circumstances, officers are required to get a search warrant or make an arrest before they can search a vehicle, this requirement is waived if the driver consents to the search. Consenting to a search can be a risky move. A woman in Madison County, Illinois learned this lesson the hard way this winter, after she was caught with approximately $1.6 million in cash in her vehicle. According police reports, an Illinois ...

When an elderly family member can no longer adequately care for themselves, the often tough choice is made for them to become a resident of a nursing home. And while most people would like to believe elderly nursing home residents always receive exceptional care - especially given the potential vulnerability of some older members of our society - nursing home neglect and abuse continues to occur. In order to help families make the best possible decision when placing elderly family members in nursing homes, U.S. News recently collected ratings for almost every nursing ...

The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued a decision regarding one of the two drug-sniffing dog cases heard in oral arguments earlier this term. The judges' decision was unanimous, and Justice Elena Kagan wrote the majority opinion. The case, Florida v. Harris, questioned whether a police officer had probable cause to search a car after a drug-sniffing dog alerted to the presence of drugs. The question hinged on the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which provides that "the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against ...

Recently, the Governors Highway Safety Association released a report regarding the number of teenage drivers who were killed in motor vehicle accidents during the first half of 2012. According to the report, the number of 16- and 17-year old driver fatalities rose during the first six months of 2012, the first increase seen in that demographic since 2002. From January through June 2012, 240 teenage drivers aged 16 and 17 died in auto accidents -- a 19 percent increase from the same period the year prior. In 2011, there were 202 16- and 17-year-old driver fatalities during ...

Over the past decade, cell phones have become essential tools for people in nearly every walk of life. Although these devices offer many advantages, they have also contributed to the emergence of distracted driving as a threat on our nation's highways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3,092 people were killed and an additional 419,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers in 2010, the last year for which statistics are available. Overall, distracted driver related car crashes accounted for approximately 18 ...

Even the happiest couples can experience problems in their marriages. Small arguments can turn into resentment, and couples may decide that they no longer want to stay together. While it can be emotionally difficult to make the decision to move on, sometimes it is best thing to do. Many people are not that familiar with what happens during a divorce. Some couples may be able to work together to resolve all of their issues, including any division of property and debts that the couple may have accumulated during the marriage. Oregon, like many other states, distributes ...

The first quarter of the year is a good time for business owners to review their employee handbooks. Yearly reviews and updates will make sure that a company's handbook takes into consideration updates in the law and continues to limit liability. Topics to consider for 2013 include the use of criminal background checks to screen potential candidates and social media policies. An employment law attorney can provide counsel and review a current handbook to make sure these issues are adequately addressed. This article will summarize some of the reasons why these topics ...

Spinal cord injuries are a significant problem in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 200,000 in the U.S. are currently living with a spinal cord injury. Each year, anywhere from 12,000 to 20,000 new patients are reported. Experts estimate that the lifetime medical costs associated with a spinal cord injury can run anywhere from $500,000 to $3 million, depending on the severity of the injury. Spinal cord injuries are serious because they can lead to permanent neurological impairments in any body system controlled by the ...

Since 2006, Nevada law enforcement officials and the Nevada Department of Transportation have focused on reducing the number of fatalities caused by motor vehicle accidents in the state. The ultimate goal -- outlined after auto accident fatalities and injuries reached record highs in 2006 -- is to try to eliminate motor vehicle fatalities on Nevada roads. Unfortunately, the data from 2012 has revealed that the number of traffic fatalities in Nevada actually rose during the past year. According to the Nevada Department of Transportation and Department of Public Safety, ...

In 2010, Congress passed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, commonly known as the Affordable Care Act. One of the provisions of this wide-sweeping piece of legislation was the Physician Payment Sunshine Act, a law requiring public disclosure of payments physicians receive from companies. In February 2013, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency in charge of carrying out the law's requirements, announced the final rule for implementing the Act. Mandatory disclosures The Physician Payment Sunshine Act obligates manufacturers ...

The baby boomers are not so young any more. In fact, some are already in retirement and legions of them are on their way to the golden years. As a generation that experienced monumental social changes related to gender, including expanded roles, professional opportunity, independence and economic advantages for some women, it's not really surprising that they are divorcing at a higher rate later in life. Both men and women may work, accumulate wealth and assets, maintain their health longer and have their own ideas of what they want in life, including whether they are ...

In February 2013, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker and Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen announced a budget initiative, which aims to expand DNA collection to those arrested on felony charges. Under Wisconsin's current law, DNA is taken only from convicted felons and those convicted of a few misdemeanors. At this time, 25 states and the federal government collect DNA upon felony arrest. Proponents of such laws say the initiative saves lives by identifying serious offenders and putting them behind bars. However, those who oppose the idea note that the DNA collection of ...

A new report, titled "The Gray Divorce Revolution" recently released by sociology experts with Bowling Green State University, found divorce for those over the age of 50 is on the rise. The increase is significant, with separations in this group doubling from 1990 to 2010. One common concern is present for everyone within this group, regardless of the reason for the split: how will divorce later in life impact retirement? Divorce at a later stage in life can have a negative impact on retirement savings because funds that were initially intended to support ...

According to a recent Sun Sentinel article, Citizens Property Insurance Corp. - the insurer of last resort for many Florida homeowners seeking hurricane insurance coverage - is currently sitting on a record surplus of $6.2 billion. This is largely due to the fact that Florida hasn't seen a major hurricane in seven years. However, despite the record surplus amassed by Citizens, insurance premiums for the company increased by 10.8 percent last year. Company officials claim the increase was necessary in order to cover claims in case a major storm hits. And while that ...

Divorce can be a stressful time for anyone connected to one of the spouses. Friends may feel as though they have to pick a side, while family members may be called upon to offer support. It can be a time-consuming process, and those couples that are unprepared may struggle with finding a resolution to all of the issues that need to be addressed. The property division phase of a divorce can cause problems for many couples. They may be unable to come to an agreement on their own, and may wind up in the courtroom. Courts in Minnesota are not required to split property 50-50, ...

The Hilton Garden Inn Columbia Hotel (Northeast) offers close lodging to vendors and guests attending 2013 Columbia Gun and Knife Shows. Hosted by Mike Kent and Associates of South Carolina, the event will take place at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds on March 16-17 and June 8-9, 2013. Featuring 400 vendor tables, there will be a large amount of guns and knives available to buy, sell, and trade. The Columbia Gun & Knife Show is a quality event for shooters, collectors, and civil war enthusiasts. Admission is $8 for adults; kids under 12 are free. Parking is ...

Hampton Inn Atlanta-Southlake Morrow GA Hotel offers close lodging to guests attending the 2013 Hampton Gun Show. Hosted by GunRunner Shows of Georgia, the event will take place at Atlanta Motor Speedway from March 16-17, 2013. Attendees can see hundreds of displays of new and old guns, ammo, gun parts, books, knives, knife sharpening, coins, camouflage, and more; all at discounted prices. Guests can also bring in their old guns and war relics for identification and appraisal. For event details and ticket information visit gunrunnershows.com. "Located approximately ...

If you've been searching for the right career but haven't found it yet, Angelica Corporation recommends considering working in the medical linen services industry. The healthcare linen service industry is a growing field that offers careers that allow you to help ensure the safety and welfare of others. Angelica Corporation believes that the hospital linen service industry is one of the most important safeguards currently available for hospitals, clinics and other healthcare facilities across the nation. Properly sanitized linens are essential for any healthcare facility ...

The Super Service Award is given annually to only 5% of companies rated by Angie's List, the nation's leading provider of consumer reviews. Rockway Home Inspections Inc. is delighted to have been honored with this award, which is only given to companies that have maintained a superior service rating on Angie's List throughout the year. Many consumers rely on Angie's List for their hiring decisions and this coveted award reflects Rockway's consistently high level of customer service. Super Service Award winners have to meet strict eligibility requirements and receive ...

ThinkHR, the national leader in providing businesses with expert HR guidance, today announced a strategic partnership with web design and marketing agency, Blazonco. This collaboration creates the unique combination of access to website design, internet marketing, SEO, social media, and managed PPC services with a full suite of human resources solutions. Pete Yozzo, Founder & CEO of ThinkHR, commented, "ThinkHR prides itself on building strategic partnerships within the SMB industry. Blazonco is a great partner for us as they've established themselves as a ...

Tax professionals and consumers alike may come to see the new tax law, the American Tax Relief Act of 2012 as an unusual name for a law that was passed in 2013 and one that actually provides for significant tax increases and with little or no "tax relief" for 2013 and beyond. Though there were the continuation for some of the lower tax rates from the 2001/2013 Bush era tax cuts, as well as a host of tax credits, the vast majority of the bill focuses on a substantial increase in both the number of new taxes and higher tax rates. These new higher taxes combined ...

Carmine Gallo - communications skills coach for the world's most admired brands and author of The Apple Experience - is a featured speaker at the AmeriQuest Symposium, April 17-19, in Orlando, FL. The Symposium, now in its 10th year, is a premier platform where industry leaders can explore the issues that impact business and define the solutions to create success. Gallo is a popular weekly columnist for Businessweek.com, addressing the topics of leadership and communications. He is also a frequent guest on CNBC, NBC, and CBS and is regularly interviewed by The New York ...

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