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MEDIA ADVISORY: Friday, January 19, 2007
CONTACT: Roxy Everson at 605-773-3212
News Tips for the week of January 22, 2007
PIERRE, S.D. – The following are news tips from offices and agencies within South Dakota State Government:
Sunday, January 21, Custer, 1-2:30 p.m. (MST) - The Governor’s Child Seat Program: Project 8 is designed to educate South Dakota’s parents and guardians about proper child seat use and installation. Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available at the Custer County Library, 447 Crook Street, to demonstrate child seat use and installation. Project 8 reminds all parents and other adults responsible for children traveling in motor vehicles -- if the kids are less than 4’9” tall; they need to be in a booster seat. For more information, contact Melissa Stech, 773-6949 or visit www.state.sd.us/project8.
Monday-Wednesday, January 22-24, Pierre, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. (CST) - Representatives from the Department of Social Services will be available at the Capitol Lake Visitor's Center in Pierre, 650 East Capitol Ave, to visit with individuals about the "Own Your Future" Long-Term Care Public Awareness Campaign. This campaign encourages people between the ages of 45 and 65 to start planning for their long-term care needs now instead of waiting until it is too late. South Dakotans should understand that long-term care needs are best met when they are properly planned for and not only is long-term care about finances; it is about family relationships, housing, along with health and personal needs. For more information on the campaign and its efforts, visit www.OwnYourFuture.sd.gov or contact Emily Currey, 773-3165.
Monday, January 22, Pierre, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (CST) - The Governor’s Child Seat Program: Project 8 is designed to educate South Dakota’s parents and guardians about proper child seat use and installation. Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available at the Pierre Area Referral Service Center, 118 E. Missouri, to demonstrate child seat use and installation. Project 8 reminds all parents and other adults responsible for children traveling in motor vehicles -- if the kids are less than 4’9” tall; they need to be in a booster seat. For more information, contact Melissa Stech, 773-6949 or visit www.state.sd.us/project8.
Monday, January 22, Pierre, 7 p.m. (CST) – Gov. Mike Rounds will deliver the State of the Arts Address and present the South Dakota Governor’s Awards in the Arts at the Ramkota Hotel. For more information, contact Roxy Everson, 773-3212.
Tuesday, January 23, Madison, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (CST) - The SD Dept. of Labor’s Madison Career Center will be holding a Job Search Assistance Program (JSAP) at the Career Center, located at 223 S. Van Eps Ave., Suite 101. The JSAP is designed to assist and train job seekers on how to find a job. Some of the topics included are networking, finding the hidden job market, resumes, applications, and proper interview techniques. It is free and open to the public. Parties interested in attending should register by calling (605) 256-5300. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Tuesday, January 23, Redfield, 1-3 p.m. (CST) - The Dept. of Labor’s Career Center will be holding office hours at the Spink County Courthouse, third floor. Both job seekers and employers interested in receiving employment and career services at no cost may visit or call 472-0435 during these office hours. More information on programs and services is available at www.sdjobs.org.
Tuesday, January 23, Pierre, 1:30 p.m. (CST) - The South Dakota Aeronautics Commission is hosting its monthly meeting via conference call in the Commission Room of the Becker-Hansen Building, located at 700 E. Broadway. The public is welcome to attend. The meeting agenda can be found online at www.sddot.com. For more information, contact Bruce Lindholm at 773-5105.
Wednesday, January 24, Pierre, 8 a.m. (CST) – The Department of Labor’s Cosmetology Commission will hold a meeting at 111 East Capitol Avenue. To view the agenda, visit http://www.state.sd.us/dol/boards/cos/calendar.htm. Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, should contact the Cosmetology Commission (605-773-6193) at least 48-hours before convening to make any necessary arrangements.
Wednesday, January 24, Pierre, 9 a.m. (CST) – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will host an environmental services workshop for ethanol production plants at the Matthew Training Center in the Joe Foss Building, 523 East Capitol. DENR staff will discuss the air, waste, surface water, ground water and water right regulations that relate to ethanol production plants. To view the agenda, visit www.state.sd.us/denr/Conferences/EthanolWorkshop0107.pdf. For more information, contact Kyrik Rombough, 773-3151.
Wednesday, January 24, Pierre, 9 a.m. (CST) – The Department of Labor’s Plumbing Commission will be holding a meeting at The Governor’s Inn, 700 West Sioux. To view the meeting agenda, visit http://www.state.sd.us/dol/Boards/plumbing/plumb010507.pdf. For more information, call 773-3429.
Wednesday, January 24, Webster, 1-3 p.m. (CST) - The Dept. of Labor’s Career Center will be holding office hours at the Day County Courthouse basement. Both job seekers and employers interested in receiving employment and career services at no cost may visit or call 345-4781 during these office hours. More information on programs and services is available at www.sdjobs.org.
Wednesday, January 24, Rapid City - The Governor’s Child Seat Program: Project 8 is designed to educate South Dakota’s parents and guardians about proper child seat use and installation. Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available at the Rapid City Fire Department, 1205 N. Maple Ave., to demonstrate child seat use and installation. Please call 605-342-6464 for an appointment. Project 8 reminds all parents and other adults responsible for children traveling in motor vehicles -- if the kids are less than 4’9” tall; they need to be in a booster seat. For more information, contact Melissa Stech, 773-6949 or visit www.state.sd.us/project8.
Thursday, January 25, Sioux Falls, 8 a.m. (CST) – The Board of Pardons and Paroles will hold their monthly meeting at the South Dakota State Penitentiary, Third Floor Conference Room. For more information, contact the Board of Pardons and Paroles, 367-5040.
Thursday, January 25, Fort Pierre, 8 a.m. (CST) - The South Dakota Council on Developmental Disabilities will hold its quarterly meeting at the Holiday Inn Express in FortPierre. The agenda includes review of grant applications received for the College of Direct Support, Youth Leadership Forum, Providing Information and Resources, In-Service Training for ATC Staff, and Next Steps Advanced Leadership Training. The Council will also review its Annual Report submitted for FY2006 and discuss the upcoming DD Network Retreat set for June 2007. For more information, contact Arlene Poncelet, 773-6369.
Thursday, January 25, Aberdeen, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. (CST) - The Department of Labor’s Aberdeen Career Center will be holding a Job Search Assistance Program (JSAP) which is free and open to the public. The JSAP is designed to assist and train job seekers on how to find a job. Some of the topics included are networking, finding the hidden job market, resumes, applications, and proper interview techniques. It will be held at the Career Center, located at 420 S. Roosevelt Street. Parties interested in attending should register by calling (605) 626-2340 prior to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24. For more information, visit www.sdjobs.org.
Thursday, January 25, Pierre, 9 a.m. (CST) - The South Dakota Transportation Commission’s monthly meeting will be held in the Commission Room of the Becker-Hansen Building, located at 700 E. Broadway. The public is welcome to attend. The meeting agenda can be found online at www.sddot.com. For more information, contact Tina Freeman at 773-5105.
Thursday, January 25, Pierre, 5-5:30 p.m. (CST) – Gov. Mike Rounds will visit with Rick Knobe on the KSOO radio show Viewpoint University. For more information, contact Roxy Everson, 773-3212.
Friday, January 26, Pierre, 8:30 a.m. (CST) - The Board of Counselor Examiners will hold its Board Meeting at the Ramkota Inn, Lewis and Clark Room. The Executive Session will begin at 8:30 a.m. For more information, contact the Board Office at (605) 331-2927.
Friday, January 26, Pierre, 11 a.m. (CST) – Gov. Mike Rounds will hold his weekly legislative press conference from the governor’s large conference room on the 2nd floor of the Capitol. Media outlets not able to attend in person can call 1-888-809-4012 and enter access code 7733213 to join the conference. Please keep phones muted to ensure audio quality. For more information, contact Roxy Everson, 773-3212.
Friday, January 26, Sisseton - The Governor’s Child Seat Program: Project 8 is designed to educate South Dakota’s parents and guardians about proper child seat use and installation. Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available at the SissetonHigh School, 516 8th Ave. West, to demonstrate child seat use and installation. Please call 1-800-354-8238 for an appointment. Project 8 reminds all parents and other adults responsible for children traveling in motor vehicles -- if the kids are less than 4’9” tall; they need to be in a booster seat. For more information, contact Melissa Stech, 773-6949 or visit www.state.sd.us/project8.
Friday, January 26, Belle Fourche - The Governor’s Child Seat Program: Project 8 is designed to educate South Dakota’s parents and guardians about proper child seat use and installation. Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available at the Belle Fourche Police Department, 1010 8th Ave., to demonstrate child seat use and installation. Please call 605-892-4354 for an appointment. Project 8 reminds all parents and other adults responsible for children traveling in motor vehicles -- if the kids are less than 4’9” tall; they need to be in a booster seat. For more information, contact Melissa Stech, 773-6949 or visit www.state.sd.us/project8.
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