Press Releases on February 21, 2021

Missouri Attorney General Schmitt Leads Letter Urging the Biden Administration to Arrest and Remove Unlawful Immigrants Convicted ...

Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt today led a coalition of 18 states in urging President Biden, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Johnson, to reverse the Biden Administration’s …

Why Britain's anti-immigration politicians are opening the doors to thousands of Hong Kongers

Eighteen months ago, Malcolm was at the vanguard of Hong Kong’s pro-democracy movement. Read Full Story The post Why Britain's anti-immigration politicians are opening the doors to thousands of Hong Kongers appeared first on CaymanMama.com | News.

Israel eases restrictions following vaccine success

Shops, libraries and museums will now be open to the public, following easing of Covid rules. Read Full Story The post Israel eases restrictions following vaccine success appeared first on CaymanMama.com | News.

Singapore vending machines now dispense salmon, crab and even cacti

The city state has a dizzying array of vending machines, dispensing everything from cacti to pizza. Read Full Story The post Singapore vending machines now dispense salmon, crab and even cacti appeared first on CaymanMama.com | News.

Covid: 'Each one of these people mattered'

Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg is using art to show the “depth and breadth” of Covid’s US death toll. Read Full Story The post Covid: 'Each one of these people mattered' appeared first on CaymanMama.com | News.

Pablo Hasel: Versace looted and vehicles ablaze in Barcelona protests

The arrest of the Catalan rapper has ignited ignited a debate over freedom of speech in Spain. Read Full Story The post Pablo Hasel: Versace looted and vehicles ablaze in Barcelona protests appeared first on CaymanMama.com | News.

Greece #Metoo: Prominent actor Dimitris Lignadis held over rape accusations

The ex-boss of Greece’s national theatre faces underage rape allegations – the charges he denies. Read Full Story The post Greece #Metoo: Prominent actor Dimitris Lignadis held over rape accusations appeared first on CaymanMama.com | News.

Bird flu: Russia detects first case of H5N8 bird flu in humans

Workers have been infected at a poultry plant – but there is no sign of transmission between humans. Read Full Story The post Bird flu: Russia detects first case of H5N8 bird flu in humans appeared first on CaymanMama.com | News.

Manokin River Oyster Restoration Public Comment Accepted

February 19, 2021 Input on Potential Sites Taken Through March 9 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is soliciting feedback on potential sites to receive substrate and seed restoration of oyster habitat in the Manokin River Sanctuary in Somerset …

Governor Abbott Convenes Emergency Meeting To Address Spike In Texas Energy Bills

February 20, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today is convening an emergency meeting with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dade Phelan and members of the Legislature to discuss the spike in energy bills affecting many …

White House Partially Approves Governor Abbott’s Request For A Major Disaster Declaration

February 20, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today announced that President Biden has partially approved Texas' request for a Major Disaster Declaration. The Governor requested the Major Disaster Declaration on Thursday for …

Governor Abbott, TDEM Urge Texans To Submit Self Reporting Damage Survey

Governor Abbott Announces EPA Approval Of Waivers To Expedite Fuel To Texas Communities

February 20, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued waivers to increase access to gasoline and diesel fuel in certain Texas communities impacted by winter …

Governor Abbott, DSHS Issue Temporary Waivers To Cover Overtime Payments For Meat Inspectors

February 20, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott has issued waivers to temporarily allow for the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to cover overtime payments for meat inspectors in Texas. DSHS will pay overtime costs …

Governor Abbott Waives Certain Regulations For Qualified Plumber’s Apprentices

February 20, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott has waived certain regulations for certain registered and qualified Plumber's Apprentices in Texas. These waivers allow a Plumber’s Apprentice, who has met all other qualifications, …

Governor Abbott Holds Emergency Meeting With Legislature To Address Spike In Texas Energy Bills

February 20, 2021 | Austin, Texas | Press Release Governor Greg Abbott today convened a meeting with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dade Phelan, and members of the Legislature to discuss the spike in energy bills affecting many Texans following …

Maine DOE Update – February 19, 2021

From the Maine Department of Education Reporting Items | Visit the DC&R Reporting Calendar | News & Updates This notification is a friendly reminder to Maine School Administrative Units to please review your FY 22 Preliminary ED 279 School Funding …

REMINDER: Verify FY 22 Preliminary ED 279 Reports by February 25, 2021

This notification is a friendly reminder to Maine School Administrative Units to please review your FY 22 Preliminary ED 279 School Funding Reports and contact the School Finance Team with any questions, errors, or omissions by February 25, 2021. ED 279 …

Nominations Open for 2021 North Carolina Awards

Governor Roy Cooper is encouraging North Carolinians to nominate individuals for the 2021 North Carolina Award, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the state. The nomination period is open from now through April 15.  “This award is a great opportunity …

AG Knudsen Calls on Biden Administration to Protect Montana Families, Not Illegal Alien Sex Offenders">AG Knudsen Calls on Biden ...

HELENA – Montana’s Attorney General Austin Knudsen today called on President Biden and his administration to reverse its last-minute cancellation of Operation Talon. Operation Talon is a nationwide ICE operation that focuses on removing illegally present …