Tuesday, August 31, 2010

One-of-a-Kind Lab At UAB To Help Lure Business

Obama: GOP Should Let Small Business Bill Through

President Obama Should Stop Tax Hikes, Tell His Economic Advisors, “You’re Fired”

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Returns More Than $2 Million to Communities for Local Enforcement Efforts

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President Obama Lays the Foundation for a New Export Control System To Strengthen National Security and the Competitiveness of Key U.S. Manufacturing and Technology Sectors

Texas Conference for Women Announces Keynote Lineup

STRICKLAND, PATT-MCDANIEL ANNOUNCE TAX CREDITS TO CREATE AND RETAIN 944 JOBS

GOVERNOR, PATT-MCDANIEL ANNOUNCE STATE INVESTMENTS

Sebelius announces 1 million Medicare beneficiaries have received prescription drug cost relief under the Affordable Care Act

30 Senators Call on Russia to Honor Agreement to Allow U.S. Poultry Imports into Russia

U.S. Chamber Applauds Progress On Export Controls Reform

Terrence R. Pipenhagen of Orlando, Fla. and His Two Companies to Pay $150,000 Penalty to Settle CFTC Fraud Charges

Former Floor Broker John Lee Neuman Permanently Banned from Trading for Fraud and Unauthorized Trading

Landrieu Comments on SBA's Scorecard for Small Business Contracting

Government of Canada Announces Further Investment in Small Business Internship Program

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Government Investment of $327,940 in Saint-georges for Sports Infrastructure Upgrade

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Governments of Canada and Manitoba Announce Signing of Two Agreements on Official Languages

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Monday, August 30, 2010

GOVERNOR LINGLE ENCOURAGES COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT WAIPIO ALL-STARS LITTLE LEAGUE FAMILIES

GOVERNOR CRIST INVITES FLORIDIANS TO PARTICIPATE IN HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH STUDENT AND TEACHER CONTESTS

Governor Quinn Announces $3 Million Capital Grant for Southern Illinois Hospital

Governor Quinn Celebrates Veterans Day at DuQuoin State Fair

Minister James Moore Announces Funding for Victoria's Cultural and Aboriginal Communities

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Small Business Owners Sound Off On Governor's Race

Government of Canada Supports 2010 International Junior Tennis Open

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GRAND FORKS FAIR HONOURED WITH CENTURY FARM AWARD

Saturday, August 28, 2010

Pelosi on Fifth Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina: ‘We Commit to Complete the Work of Recovery’

Pelosi and Miller Announce $1.2 Billion in Emergency Education Jobs Funding for California

Thompson Salutes Homeless Shelter For Leading The Way. "New Solar Energy System."

Governor Jim Gibbons selects new appointees to fill Boards and Commissions Seats

Statement from Governor Martin O'Malley Regarding $2.5 Million in Federal Funding for Weatherization Efforts in Western Maryland

IRS Seeks New Issues for the Industry Issue Resolution Program

California to Receive $1.2 Billion to Support Education Jobs

Governor’s Office Issues Statement on Saturday’s Voter Registration Rally Video

Southern Governors Meeting To Include Chinese Officials

Small Business Procurement Scorecard Shows Progress toward Meeting 23 Percent Goal for Small Business Contracting

International Trade Minister Van Loan Signs Memorandum of Understanding on Youth Mobility During Visit to Costa Rica

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Government of Canada helping internationally trained nurses enter the labour market: Canada's Economic Action Plan addresses labour market challenges, helps to improve quality of life

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GRANTS SUPPORT HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES ON VANCOUVER ISLAND

Friday, August 27, 2010

Department of Education Announces $101 Million in Federal Funds for Bold Reforms to Boost Student Achievement

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Sen. Brown Discusses Prescription Drug Abuse and Fraud in Chillicothe

SBA to Conduct Small Business Export Matchmaker Conference as Part of President’s National Export Initiative

Boehner Challenges Vice President Biden’s Comments on Economic Impact of Obama Tax Hike

Governor Quinn Names New Head of Illinois Department of Human Services

Governor Quinn Marks 90th Anniversary of Women’s Right to Vote; Proclaims Women’s Equality Day

Arkansas, Kansas and Missouri Receive Commerce Department Assistance to Help Boost Competitiveness in the Global Marketplace

HUD AWARDS $312 MILLION IN DISASTER RECOVERY GRANTS TO HELP STATES REDUCE DAMAGES FROM FUTURE DISASTERS

Obama Administration Strengthens Enforcement of U.S. Trade Laws in Support of President's National Export Initiative

$2.2M in New Energy Economic Grants Share

Mayor Menino Helps Residents Save Cash and Lower Utility Bills with Free Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Governor Requests Economic Injury Declaration

U.S. Transportation Secretary Announces $5.9 Million for On-the-Job Training Grants

U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces $11.6 Million in Grants for Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses

Small Businesses Skip the Health-Care Tax Credit

Washington Firm Named National Minority Small Business of the Year at MED Week 2010 Conference

EARNINGS GROWTH STRONGLY OUTPACES INFLATION

Liberals introduce bill to reinstate mandatory long-form census

Government of Canada helping internationally trained accountants enter the workforce: Canada's Economic Action Plan addresses labour market challenges

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Minister Day Meets Quebec Leaders on Canada's Economy and Deficit Reduction

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Thursday, August 26, 2010

Government of Canada Supports 2010 International Junior Tennis Open

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New CBO Report Shows Recovery Act Boosted GDP and Added 3.3 Million American Jobs

Conrad, Pierce County Leaders Discuss Community Issues

Governor Announces $300,000 for the Maine Commission for Community Service to fund Grants to Engage More Volunteers

COCHRAN COMMENDS TENNESSEE-TOMBIGBEE WATERWAY PACT TO INCREASE TRADE THROUGH PANAMA CANAL

Governor O'Malley, Navy Secretary Mabus, EPA Administrator Jackson Meet to Strengthen Bay Restoration Partnership

HUD ANNOUNCES $189 MILLION AVAILABLE TO REVITALIZE COMMUNITIES

Announces Acceleration of Small Hydro Projects

U.S. Chamber Highlights Importance of Trade to Creating Jobs

Gulf Spill Taking Toll on Small Businesses

Alabama gets $36 million to fix low-income homes

CEO Lars Thunell Highlights IFC Commitment to Private Sector Development and Crisis Recovery in Georgia

B.C., GRAND FORKS PARTNER ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Sen. Brown Addresses Community Leaders at Rural Community Conference in Columbus

Nevada to Receive Additional $7 Million to Expand the State’s Successful Weatherization Program

Governor Martin O'Malley Announces High Level of Interest in Relocation of State Agency to Prince George's County

Federal Disaster Assistance to Help Unemployed

Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Encourages Economic, Commercial Growth with Russia at Business Summit

DONOVAN ANNOUNCES $65 MILLION IN AVAILABLE FUNDING TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN INDIAN COUNTRY

Town of Wadley Receives Grant for Recreation Improvements

Small Business Loan Programs Need Cash ASAP

PROVINCE FUNDING PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOUNG PEOPLE FACING EMPLOYMENT BARRIERS

Government of Canada Encourages Young Canadians to Discover Careers in Science and Engineering

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Rizzo to receive Abe Venable Lifetime Achievement Award at MED Week 2010

Murray, Cantwell Push for Health Information Technology to Help Rural Seniors

Begich Calls for Education Reform Reflecting Alaska Needs

Three Washington companies named to FORTUNE’s 100 Fastest-Growing Companies list

New York to Receive More Than $814 Million in Additional Recovery Funds

Minister Van Loan Builds on Free Trade Ties with Governments in Latin America

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Canada's Economic Action Plan Supports Research in Saguenay

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Davenportwill receive the Ronald H. Brown Leadership Award at MED Week 2010

Carper Supports Administration Decision to Review Troubled Federal Technology Projects

Governor Doyle Announces $300,000 in Agriculture Development and Diversification Grants

Initiative for a Competitive Inner City, Bank of America Team With SBA to Help Inner City Entrepreneurs Access Capital

PATT-MCDANIEL APPROVES $189,000 IN AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT FUNDS FOR BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT

NRC PROPOSES $39,000 FINE AGAINST DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS FOR VIOLATIONS OF NRC REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Chamber Report, Advocacy Effort to Highlight California’s Economic Crisis

Enzi Says Tax Provision Onerous to Small Business

UNIDO to work with Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply to help grow private sector in developing countries

Yukon government extends best wishes to Yukon’s Canada 55+ Games team

Innovative New Program Brings History to Life for Island Students

National Environmental Report Card Increases Ranking for Prince Edward Island

Harper Government Announces Support for Small Craft Harbours on Northern Vancouver Island

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Association Culturelle Du Havre-aubert Receives $100,000 in Government of Canada Funding to Renovate Its Cultural Centre

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Minister of State Moore Meets with Small Business and Tourism Leaders in Banff

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Monday, August 23, 2010

President Obama Challenges Politicians Benefiting from Citizens United Ruling to Defend Corporate Influence in Our Elections

Gov. Rick Perry Speaks at the 132nd National Guard Association of the United States General Convention

Rep. Charles Djou (R-HI) Delivers Weekly Republican Address

Senate Bill Guaranteeing Protections for Tenants of Foreclosed Buildings Signed into Law. "Senator Thompson: Prior Law Allowed Tenants to be Forced from Homes without Notice."

A Gem in the St. John Valley: Long Lake Public Library Receives Grant

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Improve Emergency Medical Care in Illinois

Webinar on SBA Disaster Recovery Assistance For Business Owners

Landrieu Welcomes New Chief Counsel for Advocacy at the SBA

Liberals reiterate urgent call for Pakistan flood aid

Sen. Brown Announces Over $1.2 M For Conservation Program In Erie County

Begich Welcomes FAA Administrator Babbitt to Alaska

Liberal Express brings commitment to a clean energy economy to British Columbia

Federal, Provincial and Municipal Governments Announce New Sports Pavilion for Edmundston, Edmundston, New Brunswick

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ANOTHER YEAR OVER YEAR DECREASE IN THE NUMBER OF SASKATCHEWAN EI BENEFICIARIES

Saturday, August 21, 2010

Governor Quinn Highlights Importance of Job Training for Veterans

Alabama Unemployment Rate at Lowest Level in 15 Months

Bright Spots in Alabama's Economy

Small Businesses Learn Hard Lessons From Floods

Funding aimed at preventing violence against Aboriginal women

PM Announces Support for Wind Energy Project in Prince Edward Island

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Sen. Brown Announces $75,000 For Economic Development Assistance For Williams County

Sen. Brown Announces More Than $134,000 for Economic Development Assistance in Summit County

Bennet: State Organizations Win Grants to Help Colorado’s Small Businesses Grow and Create Jobs

More than $1 million in Washington Mutual funds already returned

USDA Announces Recovery Act Loan Guarantees To Bring Jobs, Economic Opportunity to Rural Arkansas Communities

TRUMBULL COUNTY RECEIVES $180,000 IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS

Department of Commerce Grant Helps to Advance Innovative, Sustainable Technology in South Florida Aquaculture Industry

U.S. Department of Education Awards $28.8 Million to School Districts To Improve Readiness and Emergency Response Plans

Minister Announces Funding for the Acadian Games

Minister of State Rob Moore Consults Small Business and Tourism Industry Leaders in Sault Ste. Marie

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Government of Canada Supports 2010 Junior Pan Am Karate Championships

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Health Care: Not a priority for the federal government, clearly a priority for Canadians

Friday, August 20, 2010

Private Sector Employment on the Rise, Action Must be Taken on Permanent Solutions for Job Creation

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Private Sector Employment on the Rise, Action Must be Taken on Permanent Solutions for Job Creation

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Ohio Tourism Public Relations Program Named Best in Nation

GOV. RITTER APPLAUDS $950,000 GRANT TO HELP RESIDENTS REDUCE ENERGY COSTS

U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood Announces $13.8 Million for Transportation Research and Education

Government of Canada Supports Communities in Quebec to Attract Foreign Investment and Create Jobs

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Alabama Establishes Loan Program to Help Businesses Save Energy and Money

$132 Million Awarded for High-Speed Internet Service in Alabama

21 NEW PROJECTS TO CREATE HUNDREDS OF NEW JOBS IN B.C.

B.C., CLINTON PARTNER ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

GOVERNMENTS OF CANADA AND B.C. LAUNCH ASIA TRADE PROGRAM

Thursday, August 19, 2010

BOND-MCCASKILL ANNOUNCE HELP IS ON THE WAY FOR MISSOURI COMMUNITIES HIT BY STORMS

Washington applies for $80 million in additional High Speed Intercity Passenger Rail grants

Vice President Biden Announces Recovery Act Investments in Broadband Projects to Bring Jobs, Economic Opportunity to Communities Nationwide

Gov. Perry Announces Fortune 500 Company to Create Nearly 300 Jobs in San Antonio

OHIO COMMUNITIES RECEIVE $3 MILLION IN NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION FUNDS

Governor O'Malley Announces Results of Historic Reforms in Foster Care and Adoption System

'Cyber Huntsville' Initiative Planned

Infant mortality rate in Alabama reaches all-time low in 2009

“Small Businesses Are the Backbone of Our Economy and the Cornerstones of Our Communities”

Vice President Biden Announces Recovery Act Investments in Broadband Projects to Bring Jobs, Economic Opportunity to Communities Nationwide

Government Provides Island Families with Enhanced Support Through Child Care Subsidy Program

The Liberal Express brings a clear alternative to the Yukon and Canada’s North

Government of Canada Supports Young Women and Girls by Working to End Violence Against Women

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Government of Canada Apologizes for Relocation of Inuit Families to the High Arctic

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Government of Canada Supports Leadership Project for Immigrant Women in Edmonton

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ADS BRINGS FIRST TOUR GROUPS TO B.C. THIS WEEK

U.S. Chamber Leads Effort to Repeal Burdensome Reporting Requirement Impacting Small Businesses

California to Receive More Than $487 Million in Additional Recovery Funds

Mexico’s Agrofinanzas will offer 2,000 microloans to small sunflower producers with IDB guarantee

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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Obama Urges Passage of Small-Business Bill

Landrieu, Snowe Comment on Gulf Coast Small Business Hurricane Recovery Report

Expo Attracts Major Corporations, Minority Suppliers, & National Organizations

Government of Canada Helps Canadian Companies Compete Globally to Create Jobs and Prosperity at Home

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Midwest Auto Communities Receive U.S. EDA Grant to Help Develop a Strategic Plan for Job Creation and Economic Growth

Governor Quinn Files Application for Federal Education Funding

Senator Antoine Thompson, Residents & Advocates Urge Moratorium on Gas Drilling Which Could Pollute New York’s Drinking Water. "Protecting Our Drinking Water."

USAID Partners with NASA, Nike and State Department to Address Global Health Challenges

Solar-powered road reflectors may light the way for future safety improvements

Vermont Agriculture Innovation Center Releases 2009 funds for Professional Development Training

Governor Douglas Announces $1.8 Million in Downtown Tax Credits

Funding for Smart Grid Demo Project to Create 500 WA Jobs

Sen. Brown Highlights New Jobs, Small Business Growth in Warren

Governor McDonnell Announces Members of Governor's Supplier Diversity Advisory Board

Boehner Asks President Obama for Full Disclosure of Administration’s Job-Threatening Policies

GOVERNOR GIBBONS SIGNS APPLICATION TO RECEIVE “EDUJOBS” FUNDING

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

First U.S. Global Construction Program for Minority-Owned Firms

$1M Grant to Enhance Health Insurance Premiums

Crystal Mountain Water Named Business Alabama Best Small Company

Fed Survey Finds Easier Business Lending Standards

Government of Canada Announces Further Investment in Small Business Internship Program

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Government of Canada Supports Peterborough Women's Leadership Groups

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Government of Canada Supports Communities in British Columbia to Attract Foreign Investment and Create Jobs

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GRANTS SUPPORT YOUTH EDUCATION, SEARCH AND RESCUE

Monday, August 16, 2010

Clearwater Basin Collaborative Funded

Conrad Bill a Boost for Nation's First Responders

Dr. Coburn Calls Border Security Bill a Political Move

Carper Statement on 2010 Census Coming in $1.6 Billion Under Budget

SENATOR CARDIN SUPPORTS BORDER SECURITY LEGISLATION

Updating U.S. Freight Transportation System Will Strengthen Washington's Trade Economy

GRANTS SUPPORT YOUTH AND DISABLED SPORTS IN BRITISH COLUMBIA

Levey Op-Ed: "Iran's New Deceptions at Sea Must be Punished"

$8 million for Hawaii transportation projects

Betting on Incubators to Create Jobs

Saturday, August 14, 2010

Cummins names Lisa Yoder Vice President – Global Supply Chain

Governor Douglas Announces $1.8 Million in Downtown Tax Credits

President Obama Promises to Protect Social Security from Republican Plans to Privatize It

Virginia Wins National Award for Tourism Marketing Excellence

Application, Guidance Provided to States for $10 Billion Education Jobs Fund

Governor Riley Honors Troopers for Massive Drug Seizure

Minister Announces Contribution to Support Red Cross Services

Minister Vessey Shares Atlantic Canada House Success with Provincial and Federal Counterparts

Canada's Economic Action Plan Strengthening Ontario Livestock Industry

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Friday, August 13, 2010

Gov. Perry: Texas is the Place for Businesses to Grow

HEAP SUMMER CRISIS PROGRAM WRAPS UP END OF AUGUST

Hoeven Names Tony Weiler New Labor Commissioner

Governor Martin O'Malley Announces Baltimore Juvenile Justice Facility in Full Compliance with Federal Mandates, Signaling End to Federal Oversight in Maryland

Governor Quinn Highlights Illinois Small Business Tax Credit

Governor Extends AMFAST

Small Business Administration Offers Loans for Spill Recovery

Government of Canada Modernizing Defence Infrastructure at CFB Borden

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Government of Canada Increases Support for The Banff Centre to Fulfill a Commitment Made in Its Economic Action Plan

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Better Quality Health Care

L&I offers help for businesses and announces new efforts to fight fraud

Boehner to President Obama: My Constituents Are Looking at Your “Stimulus” Spending and Asking: Where Are the Jobs?

Obama Administration Announces Additional Support For Targeted Foreclosure-Prevention Programs To Help Homeowners Struggling with Unemployment

HUD CHARGES PENNSYLVANIA PROPERTY OWNERS AND MANAGERS WITH HOUSING DISCRIMINATION

Arkansas to Receive $40 Million to Turn Around Its Persistently Lowest Achieving Schools

U.S. Chamber and ACIP Release Study on Importance of High-Skilled Immigration to American Competitiveness

Thursday, August 12, 2010

Gov. Schwarzenegger Nominates Carol Codrington to Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division Two

Treasury Department Statement Marking the Beginning of Ramadan

Congress Passes Bill to Provide $10 Billion to Support 160,000 Education Jobs Nationwide

Microloans Helps Some Small Businesses Survive

Lawmaker Introduces Automatic IRA Bill

Funding announced to help persons with disabilities get jobs

GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN SUPPORTS THE REGINA REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION

Governments of Canada and New Brunswick Invest in Three Edmundston-Area Companies. Edmundston, New Brunswick

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State will get $282 million from jobs legislation

Kiara Hunt Wins DSLBD’S Youth Employment Entrepreneurship Business Plan Competition

Boehner: Dems Double Down on More ‘Stimulus’ Spending, More Job-Killing Tax Hikes on U.S. Job Creators

South Carolina Scores Top National Rankings for Business Climate

Secretary Napolitano Announces Secure Communities Deployment to All Southwest Border Counties, Facilitating Identification and Removal of Convicted Criminal Aliens

U.S. Commerce Secretary Secretary Gary Locke Announces $1.6 Billion in 2010 Census Savings

SUPERINTENDENT OF INSURANCE FINDS JOSEPH SIGANSKI UNSUITABLE TO BE MORTGAGE BROKER

MISSION STAFF CHOSEN FOR 2011 WESTERN CANADA SUMMER GAMES

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

SBA, Russian Ministry Join Forces to Strengthen Economic Ties and Support SMEs in Both Countries

Minister Vessey Pleased With Early Tourism Season Indicators

Gov. Perry: Washington Politics Threatening Texas’ Future

Gov. Perry: Aerospace and Defense Industry Plays Key Role in a Thriving Texas Economy

MBDA UNVEILS FIRST U.S. GLOBAL CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM FOR MINORITY-OWNED FIRMS

Governor Quinn Signs Law to End Pre-Employment Credit Checks

Southern Governors Coming to Alabama to Discuss Economy, Gulf Coast Recovery

Small-Business Confidence Index in U.S. Falls for Second Month

THREE LEVELS OF GOVERNMENT WORK TOGETHER TO FIGHT HOMELESSNESS IN WINNIPEG

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Inspirational Figure in Nova Scotia's 18th Century Black Community Celebrated

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Tuesday, August 10, 2010

$10 Million Commerce Department Investment to Keep Businesses Running and People Working in Louisa County, Iowa

Governor McDonnell Issues Executive Order #22 Establishing Commission on Military and National Security Facilities

Gov. Perry: Warning Signs Along Border Must be Heeded by Washington

Pelosi Statement on Secretary Gates’ Announcement to Streamline Department of Defense Budget

Pelosi Statement on Republican Opposition to Jobs Bill

GOVERNOR, PATT-MCDANIEL ANNOUNCE EXPANSION PROJECTS TO CREATE AND RETAIN MORE THAN 1,830 JOBS

Governor Quinn Signs Law to Create Violence Prevention Hotline for Chicago Public Schools

EPA Sets First National Limits to Reduce Mercury and Other Toxic Emissions from Cement Plants

Department of Energy and Beacon Power Finalize $43 Million Loan Guarantee for Innovative Energy Storage Project in New York State

Wyoming to Receive $8.6 Million to Turn Around Its Persistently Lowest Achieving Schools

Commissioner's Statement on the Employment Situation News Release

Small Companies Fight Cheap Imports

The World Bank Group debars two Albanian companies for collusive practice in bidding on a World Bank-financed project in Albania

Government of Canada helps those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in British Columbia

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Government of Canada supports Chinese-Canadian historical recognition project - Multi-year initiative aims to preserve knowledge of Chinese-Canadian legacy

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Monday, August 9, 2010

Statement by Anthony Lake, UNICEF Executive Director, on the occasion of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People

Les Armoires des Monts Inc. Receives $150,000 in Funding from the Government of Canada

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State Help Bush Hog in Selma

Personal Income for Metropolitan Areas, 2009

SBA Program Proves a Hit, but Now It Is in Limbo

Government of Canada Secures New Market Access to the Philippines

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FUNDS GIVE NEW LIFE TO BROWNFIELDS IN B.C. COMMUNITIES

Saturday, August 7, 2010

SBA Expands Outreach to Small Business Owners

WIPP Continues to Fight for Small Businesses Despite Bill Failure

Toyota Creates Jobs for Texans and Bolsters the Local Economy

Small Business Lending: The Squeeze Goes On

Governor Riley Announces State Assistance Helping Protect Jobs in Selma

Atlantic Canadians meet with Minister Day on Canada's economic recovery

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Government of Canada Bolsters Canada's Knowledge Economy

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Inspirational Figure in Nova Scotia's 18th Century Black Community Celebrated

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Friday, August 6, 2010

U.S. EDA Collaborates with Three Midwest University’s to Boost Economic Opportunity and Jobs

U.S. Chamber and African Leaders Discuss Youth Empowerment and Economic Opportunity

Three-year funding helps achieve equality for women

Minister Hart launches social inclusion public awareness campaign

Atlantic Ministers responsible for the Status of Women have Positive Discussions

Virginia Named Most Pro-Business State in America

AGOA Opens Doors for American Businesses

Revitalizing Manufacturing in America Critical to Sustaining and Creating Jobs

VA Obligates Last of its Recovery Act Funds to Help Veterans

HUD PROVIDES RENTAL ASSISTANCE VOUCHERS TO HELP MORE THAN 2,500 FAMILIES STAY TOGETHER

EX-IM BANK APPROVES $250 MILLION IN EXPORT FINANCING FOR 211,000 FORD MOTOR COMPANY VEHICLES

Small Business Bill Appears to Be Stuck in Senate

Government of Canada Supports New Visual Arts Initiative

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B.C., VANDERHOOF PARTNER ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Thursday, August 5, 2010

IMF Announces Unprecedented Increase in Financial Support to Low-Income Countries

$75,000 DONATION FROM MCCORMICK FOUNDATION WILL HELP WBDC TO EXPAND ITS CHILD CARE BUSINESS INITIATIVE

Human Resource Innovation Savings Exceed $150 Million Annually

Testimony of Ambassador Ron Kirk at the Senate Committee on Agriculture Hearing on Promoting U.S. Agricultural Exports

New State Investments Will Help 3 Pennsylvania-Based Manufacturers Expand, Create Jobs in Bucks County

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Governor Quinn Announces Illinois a Top Green Power-Purchasing State

Fenty Administration Awards More Than $2.5 million for New Job Training Programs for 1,300 District Residents

Obama Administration Approves State Plans For $600 Million of ‘Hardest Hit Fund’ Foreclosure Prevention Assistance

HUD SECRETARY ANNOUNCES DISASTER ASSISTANCE FOR TEXAS STORM VICTIMS

CHILD AND FAMILY CBOS RECEIVE $160,000 FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS

Government of Canada Enacts New Regulations to Help Fight Organized Crime

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The Government of Canada Helps Farmers and Agri-Food Exporters Develop New Markets

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B.C. EDUCATOR RECEIVES NATIONAL LITERACY HONOURS

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

EPA Announces $16 Million in Brownfields Funds to Clean up Communities

Where’s Harper? PM in hiding as Conservatives dump bad news on Canadians

Governor Rendell Announces Management Changes at the Department of General Services

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Public-Private Alliances in Europe & Eurasia Leverage U.S. Resources in Pursuit of Development Goals

Fact Sheet: U.S. Treasury Department Targets Iran’s Support for Terrorism

Governor Riley Encourages Shoppers in 2 States to Enjoy Alabama’s Sales Tax Holiday

White House Steps Up Pressure for Small Business Bill

SBA Economic Injury Application Deadline for Last Year’s Excessive Rain and Flood Disaster in Alabama is August 23

Young Entrepreneurs Discuss the Struggle to Gain Capital

Emerging Market Countries Partner with World Bank to Achieve Risk Management Objectives

PREMIER ANNOUNCES IMPROVEMENTS TO PROVINCIAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Government of Canada helps fund important projects in Calgary

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Government of Canada Launches Investments in Forest Industry Transformation Program - Vancouver

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B.C. ATHLETE CARRIES FLAG FOR INAUGURAL YOUTH OLYMPICS

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Gov. Gregoire’s statement on DOE financial awards to Washington small businesses

NEW USTDA CLEAN ENERGY INITIATIVE FOR AFRICA WILL BOOST U.S. EXPORTS

Matthew Martens Named Chief Litigation Counsel in SEC Division of Enforcement

MBDA and National Urban League To Form Partnership To Increase Opportunities For Minority Entrepreneurs

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Spur Construction of Affordable Housing, Job Creation

Statement for the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee of the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association

Department of Energy Announces $188 Million for Small Business Technology Commercialization

Pennsylvania to Receive More Than $514 Million in Additional Recovery Funds

New Hampshire to Receive $10 Million to Turn Around Its Persistently Lowest Achieving Schools

GOV. RITTER APPLAUDS $17 MILLION IN ENERGY GRANTS FOR COLORADO SMALL BUSINESSES

Gov. Schwarzenegger Applauds Adoption of Common Core State Standards

IFC’s Record Commitments Provide Critical Support to Banks and Businesses in Europe and Central Asia