Tutoring Match has invited parents nationwide to participate in an essay contest that addresses the question: "Why my child needs tutoring." In addition to an Amazon Kindle, Barnes and Noble Nook or Borders' Kobo eReader, first prize includes 3 hours of free tutoring in any academic subject. The parent with the second and third best essays will earn three hours and one hour of free tutoring for any family member(s), respectively. In the 250-500 word essay, parents should also answer: What three personal qualities or traits does a tutor need to exhibit to achieve ...

Drivers in the city of Corpus Christi, Texas, now have even more incentive to abide by the state's car insurance mandate after local police began a new campaign this past weekend that targets the uninsured motorist problem. Over New Year's weekend, a unit of the city's police department set up a number of checkpoints across the city where drivers were asked to show proof of insurance. If a motorist stopped at the checkpoint could not provide proof of coverage, the police were authorized to tow the vehicle to an impound yard. For those who don't have coverage, getting ...

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Ross-Simons Jewelers is delighted to announce the annual Lucky-in-Love Diamond Sweepstakes. Nothing says "Be Mine" better than diamond jewelry from Ross-Simons Jewelers, especially a diamond engagement ring. So, to make your special someone's Valentine's Day extra special this year, Ross-Simons is giving away a 1.5 carat diamond solitaire ring (item #479034). This jaw-dropping, round-cut diamond set in 14kt white gold offers incredible radiance and clarity. It's the perfect way to celebrate being lucky in love. "This is an exciting ...

Every day millions of people log on to Facebook and MySpace to post pictures of adventures and everyday events, update friends on life's happenings, and express thoughts and feelings. While using these new online social media, most assume that since they selected "private" status for their accounts, and because they only share information and pictures with their friends and family, that those who are not meant to see this information won't. But this thinking may be flawed. Consider the logistics of keeping private the sheer volume of information flowing from social-media ...

Divorce is hard on everyone involved. It's hard on husbands and wives losing the person they thought they would spend the rest of their lives with. Wrapped up in their own emotions and stresses, parents sometimes forget how hard divorce is on their children. A simple, off-handed negative comment about an ex-spouse or an intense argument in front of the children can cause undue stress to the children. According to family law specialist Stacy Phillips, there are ways to keep children from experiencing additional grief during the divorce process. She offers the following ...

When most people hear Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health concerns used in the same sentence, they often think of preventable illnesses and communicable diseases. They do not think about motor vehicle accidents or injuries sustained in car crashes. But automobile collisions are a public health problem. The CDC has identified six public health concerns as "winnable battles" -- one of those six targeted areas includes injuries from motor vehicle accidents. This designation means there will be increased attention and resources focused on preventing ...

With almost 3,000 teenagers killed in motor vehicle accidents in 2009 and another 350,000 injured, it is no surprise that car accidents are the leading cause of death for teens aged 15-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Even though drivers in this age group represent only 4 percent of the licensed drivers in Arizona, they account for 10 percent of motor vehicle accidents. In an effort to reduce these statistics and promote safe driving, on-hands safety training was provided via the "Driving Skills for Life" program held early November in Chandler. Driving ...

January is the month of renewal - closing the door on the negativity of the prior year and planning for the challenges of the new year. Many commit to weight loss, exercise, or stopping smoking at the start of a new year as an opportunity to make improvements in their lives. On the other hand, some people use the beginning of a new year to make new personal beginnings, such as ending their marriage. Planning for a divorce and new life may seem daunting. Not knowing what to expect can be scary and frustrating. In a Texas Divorce, specific requirements must be met before ...

Many homeowners have faced challenges in recent years, from lost jobs to plummeting home values. But life goes on in the midst of adversity, and issues such as divorce can add complexity to a host of financial issues. With wise planning and realistic negotiating positions, couples can usually figure out a way to fairly factor a home's value into the property division aspect of divorce. While many couples will decide that one spouse will retain possession of the home, sometimes an outright sale is the most prudent strategy, particularly if financial difficulties have ...

Whether you are facing a child custody dispute or anticipate coming to a relatively straightforward agreement regarding parenting your children, it is likely that you plan to meet with an attorney. While the legal process may seem daunting, keep in mind that the more thoroughly you prepare, the more easily you will be able to devise a suitable parenting plan. Texas law clearly states that the best interest of the child is the main factor the court will look at in making custody decisions. Accordingly, Texas strives to ensure that a child has contact with both parents ...

A recent article from U.S. News discussed the development of primary care teams, rather than individual doctors, for treating patients. According to the story, "team" is a relatively new concept in family medicine. The writer tells of a colleague who told him, only half in jest, "My definition of good teamwork is that when I tell my office nurse to do something, he or she does it." The concept is to examine the many elements of a visit to a doctor and change who does some of the information gathering and even some of the selection of treatments. Some medical practices ...

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that waiting lists for electronic monitoring devices in Allegheny County have increased to over 900 persons. The electronic devices in the form of a black plastic anklet allow probation officers to monitor the whereabouts of the persons convicted of minor criminal offenses. The County owns 1,200 of the devices, and tries to turn around a unit the same day it is returned, but the waiting list is still at 925. This is due to the courts instituting a program this year that expedited minor criminal cases in the system. The process has ...

Holiday Inn Express Simpsonville Hotel offers close lodging to hockey fans attending Greenville Road Warriors Games at Bi-Lo Center in downtown Greenville. The Greenville Road Warriors are a professional mid-level ice hockey team. They are members of the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL), a Premier "AA" league. Upcoming home Road Warriors games include: - Thursday, January 6 verse the Gwinnett Gladiators - Thursday, January 13 verse the Everblades - Friday, January 14 verse the Gladiators - Saturday, January 15 and January 17 verse the Wings "We are a great lodging ...

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located in Atlanta, GA, offers convenient lodging to travelers in town for the Blue Man Group show, presented by Theater of the Stars. Performances will take place from January 18 through 23, 2011 at the Fox Theatre in midtown Atlanta. Blue Man Group is a unique form of entertainment that combines music, comedy, and multimedia theatrics. Since originating in 1987, Blue Man Group has played in venues around the world including performances in New York, Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, Orlando, Japan, Berlin, and Zurich. The show features ...

The Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport Hotel (North) offers nearby lodging to guests attending the hit Broadway Musical Tour of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Performances will take place from January 12 through 16, 2011 at the Fox Theatre in midtown Atlanta. The musical features the animated film's Academy Award -winning score with music and/or lyrics by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice. Disney's Beauty and the Beast is based on the classic French fairy tale. Set in 18th Century France, Beauty and the Beast tells the story of a young woman named Belle and ...

The Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsboro Hotel in Alabama recently announced the Triple Your Miles with Cathay Pacific Airways package for their guests. The package allows members of the Hilton HHonors program to earn triple miles with Cathay Pacific Airways with every completed stay from now through March 14, 2011. Members must register for the promotion prior to check-in of their first stay. Cathay Pacific Airways must be selected as the Preferred Airlines Partner in their Hilton HHonors profile. Hilton HHonors is an exclusive membership program that is well worth registering ...

The Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport Hotel (North) provides nearby lodging to travelers attending Liszt & Brahms preformed by Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO). Performances are scheduled at 8:00pm on January 6, 7, and 8, 2011 at Atlanta Symphony Hall in the Robert W. Woodruff Arts Center. Featured artists include, Robert Spano (Music Director & Conductor), Yefim Bronfman (Piano), Reid Harris (ASO Musician, Principal Viola), and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. The renowned and Grammy Award winning Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is currently in its 66th season. Each season ...

Fantazzle Fantasy Games enters the 2010 NFL Playoffs with two new fantasy football playoff games for its fantasy football community. The Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge game and Fantasy Football Playoff Salary Cap game keep the fantasy football playoffs going, even when most fantasy leagues are finished with their seasons. The Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge game gives fantasy owners a chance to select a fantasy roster made up of any players they want, with the game playing over the course of the 2010 NFL Playoffs. The Playoff Challenge game has the user select ...

2010 was about to end, but the action at Omaha high stakes tables couldn't be higher at NoiQ.com. And it was a player nicknamed "nveragan" who made the best of it and closed his year with a massive EUR354K ($468K USD) win. After around 1 hour and 45 minutes of play and a bit more than 300 hands, "nveragan" managed to take the whole amount from a single player, "luckexpre", who reloaded many times at Monaco EUR150/EUR300 Omaha Hi table. With both starting with EUR15,000 stacks, the play hit its peak when "nveragan" won key pots for over EUR60,000 taking full stacks ...

Designed with non-accountant business owners and managers in mind, ezPaycheck 2011 Payroll Software is released to help small businesses and accountants to handle the latest tax changes on Tax Relief Act signed by President Obama on Dec 17, 2010. For Year 2011, the employee tax rate for social security is reduced to 4.2%. The employer tax rate for social security remains unchanged at 6.2%. The IRS asks that employers start using the new social security rate as soon as possible but not later than January 31, 2011. ezPaycheck 2011 payroll software is loaded with intelligent, ...

Metra Electronics, known for 60 years as a leader in innovative automobile accessories, announced today the introduction of the new Audio Solutions home and consumer product line. Audio Solutions - More Than Just Great Sound. Audio Solutions' flagship products include 3.1 TV Audio Mount and 2.1 TV Audio Mount, proprietary product designs that blend functional convenience with a premium audio system. These patent pending products simplify consumer installation of flat panel TVs by integrating a sturdy wall-mount bracket with a subwoofer and speakers, revolutionizing ...

Most of the public knows her as the suffering Mary Alice Young who speaks to the audience from the afterlife as the narrator of ABC's hit Desperate Housewives. But they may not know about Ms. Strong's many other important roles as an advocate for fertility awareness, as a pioneer in developing fertility yoga programs and as a wife and mother whose journey to conceive her second child transformed her life. On the next episode of The Surrogacy Lawyer: Your Guide to IVF and Third Party Family Building, Theresa Erickson, Esq., interviews fellow American Fertility Association ...

In the past few months the number and breadth of the projects in Haiti using InnoVida's Fiber Composite Panels (FCPs) has expanded considerably. Innovida Fiber Composite Panels can be found in many types of projects in many different areas of Haiti. The projects include: Educational Facilities educating over 1,500 children - Royal Caribbean - 6 buildings, including 12 classrooms, administrative offices, computer lab and bathrooms. - World Vision- 9 buildings, which will include 15 classrooms, a teacher/administrative building, kitchen/cafeteria, storage and ...

Alexandria, VA — A multidisciplinary clinical practice guideline, "Tonsillectomy in Children" will be published in the January issue of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery (watch for a new cover and publisher in that issue of the journal). The new guideline provides evidence-based recommendations on the pre-, intra-, and postoperative care and management of children aged 1 to 18 years under consideration for tonsillectomy. Additionally, this guideline is intended for all clinicians in any setting who care for these patients. This guideline also addresses practice variation ...

Hydrocephalus in Ugandan children and other developing countries is seasonal, linked to farm animals and in part, caused by previous bacterial infection, according to an international team of researchers from Uganda and the United States, who believe that the best approach to this problem is prevention. "Hydrocephalus in infants in developing countries is a grand medical mystery," said Steven Schiff, the Brush Chair professor of engineering and director, Penn State Center for Neural Engineering. Hydrocephalus is a build up of the fluid that normally surrounds the ...