Hall County board OKs social networking policy

Hall County board OKs social networking policy
Hall County workers are prohibited from using any form of social networking during county time unless the use is specifically job related — and inappropriate social networking off duty may jeopardize keeping a job with the county.
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Gov. Malloy announces deal reached with Conn. union leaders; agrees to rescind nearly 5,000 layoff notices (videos)
HARTFORD — Gov. Dannel P. Malloy Friday announced a tentative agreement with state workers that promises no layoffs for four years and saves $ 1.6 billion over two years through changes in pension terms, health care benefits and wages.
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Lumbee handbook contract raises questions in HUD review
The handbook for the Lumbee Tribe Boys and Girls Club is a 10-page stapled booklet given to every child between ages 6 and 18 who signs up for membership.
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Uganda: Wealth Going for Just a Song
Recent studies in development have revealed acute shortages of funds, materials and planners. The few available are loaned through aid and development programmes supported by foreign funds. A keen observer of our plight once commented that: Alien models are deliberately and sometimes even vigorously thrust upon local policy-makers by foreign organisations as well as by the United States, and …
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