| Disaster assistance hotline provides legal help for flood victims
As a result of recent severe weather in the Central and North Central Texas areas, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has designated 17 Texas counties as eligible to receive disaster assistance. Coryell, Denton, Grayson, Lampasas and Tarrant Counties were declared FEMA emergency areas in June, and on July 10th, the following counties were added to that list: Archer, Bell, Burnet, Eastland, Hood, Parker, Starr, Victoria, Webb, Wichita and Williamson.Texas Legal Services Center (TLSC) offers free legal assistance to those who have been displaced or otherwise affected by the recent flooding. The Disaster Assistance Hotline provides expert help with the myriad legal issues that emerge after a disaster, including:* Insurance claims* FEMA benefits* Repair and renovation contracts* Family law * Homeownership & credit issues* Employment lawThe TLSC Disaster Assistance Hotline is available 24 hours a day, toll free:1-800-622-2520.
Consumers Can Buy Good Credit
Piggybacking could help some consumers boost their credit rating quickly, at a cost. Consumers can pay companies like NewCredit Solutions from $900 to $3,000 to become an authorized user on someone else's credit report. Purchases can't be made with the other person's credit, but you can piggyback their good credit rating, resulting in an immediate and legal increase to your Fair Isaac and Co. Credit (FICO) score. .
Metro Detroit Companies Named 'Best & Brightest Companies to Work For' by the Michigan Business and Professional ...
The economy in metro Detroit may be challenging, but it doesn't mean that local companies are not working hard to keep one of their greatest assets -- their employees. Companies committed to exceptional business practices will be honored as "Metropolitan Detroit's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For" by the Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA) on Thurs., Oct. 4, at the Conference and Events Center in Dearborn, Mich. The 8th annual symposium and awards gala emphasizing human resources will be emceed by Murray Feldman of FOX 2 News and Amyre Makupson, former news anchor for UPN50 Ten O'Clock News and 62/CBS Eyewitness News. The MBPA received hundreds of nominations from companies across southeastern Michigan hoping to be named one of "Metropolitan Detroit's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For." The companies selected have proved to be innovative and represent outstanding practices in industries as diverse as manufacturing, insurance, health care, communications and nonprofit.
Tech schools seeing increased interest, enrollment
Interest in technical education is on the rise, and the Marion County Area Technology Center has the numbers to prove it.In the fall of 2006, 433 high school students from Marion and Washington counties enrolled in classes at the tech center. As of Monday, 452 students from Marion County High have enrolled in tech center classes. .
What's up 08/06
Drawbridge to close for repair. The Hertford drawbridge across the Perquimans River will be closed to boat traffic today through Friday so that a mechanical malfunction can be repaired. The drawbridge will not be closed to vehicle traffic. Health report on display. A copy of the 2006 Community Health Assessment is on display at area libraries. The report includes information about morbidity, mortality and other medical data about the region. For info, call 357-1380, 232-1914, or 794-5322. COA to offer sailing classes. College of The Albemarle's Continuing Education Division will offer sailing classes in Elizabeth City today through Friday, Aug. 17. Classes will meet from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and the fee is $55. For more information, call 335-0821, ext. 2250. NHS home visits.
Residents may qualify for home-repair program
Residents who can't afford repairs to their homes may be able to receive a little help.People who own their homes may qualify for a home-repair program for low- to moderate-income residents in University City.Families meeting gross income guidelines may qualify for a low-interest loan through the Home Improvement Program of St. Louis County. The program can help with everything from asphalt, tuck-pointing, a leaky roof or central air conditioning. .
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