en-us http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php News from the Livestock Publications Council. http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=158 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=158 Its a great time to get registered for Ag Media Summit this summer in Buffalo New York! What are you waiting for?! www.agmediasummitregistration.comAlso be sure to join us on Facebook for all of the latest updates. Fri, 17 May 2013 16:18:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=157 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=157 Are you eligible?bull Yes mdash if you will be a college junior or senior at the start of the 201314 college year with at least one semester before graduation.bull nb Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:21:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=156 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=156 The new LPC Actiongram is now availalbe. Click on January under the year 2013. Enjoy! Also be sure to RSVP for the annual luncheon in Tampa on February 7. Details in the newsletter! Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:33:10 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=155 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=155 Be sure to see the account of Dianes trip to EuroTier in Hannover Germany in the newest LPC Actiongram Click on December under the year 2012. Enjoy! Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:38:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=154 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=154 New news from LPC now online with the November newsletter. Be sure to join our Facebook page and see highlights from the recent LPC Royal Gala. Sat, 10 Nov 2012 15:46:11 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=153 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=153 Check out this link to see how you can design the logo for the 2013 Ag Media Summit. The theme is Just Wing It and all LPC and AAEA members qualify to participate in the contest. All details are on this link. Deadline is October 15 2012. Star Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:26:10 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=152 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=152 Heres a packed newsletter full of new programs upcoming events and deadlines. Make sure you check it out! Click on October under 2012. So much news to find out about including Speed Networking for Students and ProfessionalsThursday Novemb Tue, 02 Oct 2012 17:27:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=151 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=151 Check out this link to see how you can design the logo for the 2013 Ag Media Summit. The theme is Just Wing It and all LPC and AAEA members qualify to participate in the contest. All details are on this link. Deadline is October 15 2012. Star Mon, 01 Oct 2012 12:06:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=150 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=150 Newly elected officers of the Livestock Publications Council are front row Kathy LaScala Lee Publications Eudora Kan. president Christy Lee Cee Lee Communications Wellington Ill. first vice president Don Norton BoelteHall Roeland Thu, 30 Aug 2012 18:12:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=149 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=149 Get your cameras out and start snapping away or find that winning photo in your files because itrsquos time for the Best of the Bunch Photo Contest! Held each year during the Agricultural Media Summit it is named after Paul Andre retired edit Mon, 23 Jul 2012 16:59:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=148 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=148 The Hyatt hotel has sold out but the Doubletree located a very short block away is the overflow hotel. There will be plenty of rooms available and the rate is the same at 115. Call 8002228733 or 5052473344 and ask for Ag Media Summit rate. Wed, 20 Jun 2012 10:39:47 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=147 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=147 Click here link to take you directly to the hotels reservation site. Room rate for single room 115. Hyatt Downtown Albuquerque book today it will sell out! Tue, 22 May 2012 10:55:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=146 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=146 Be sure you get signed up for this years Ag Media Summit. Find all details at www.agmediasummitregistration.com Dates are August 48 in Albuquerque New Mexico. Registration is open! Mon, 14 May 2012 11:08:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=145 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=145 Congratulations to this years Forrest Bassford Travel Award winners Faith Jurek Texas Tech University Robin Kleine Kansas State University Mollie Lastovica Texas AampM University and Ellen Reeder University of Illinois. This year we h Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:39:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=144 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=144 REGIONAL WORKSHOP 2012 Joint workshop with Livestock Publications Council and American Agricultural Editors Assn. AAEA Thursday May 10 ndash Courtyard Marriott Ankeny IA Registration details coming soon. Check out the fantastic agenda Tue, 13 Mar 2012 14:41:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=143 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=143 Heres hoping you are thinking about your entries for this years LPC Contest and also the separate Critique Review. Deadline for entries is April 20 and all information is in the forms that are posted on the LPC site under the heading for Onlin Sat, 11 Feb 2012 15:52:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=142 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=142 Of interest to LPC membersNEW YORK January 31 2012 American Business Media is proud to announce the official finalist selections for the 58th Annual Jesse H. Neal National Business Journalism Awards the btob industrys most prestigious a Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:51:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=141 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=141 LPC annual luncheon this Thursday February 2 at 1130 in Nashville at NCBA Convention. It is buffet so if you can only swing by for a bit eat and go we still want to see you! Thank you to Elanco and Heifer International for their support. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:59:31 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=140 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=140 Annual LuncheonThursday February 2 20121130 am 1 pm Cheekwood AampBduring the NCBA Convention in NashvilleGaylord Opryland Resort and Convention CenterCosponsored with Elanco and Heifer InternationalIncoming NCBA Presid Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:38:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=139 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=139 Be sure to have THURSDAY February 2 marked on your calendar for the LPC Annual Luncheon during NCBA Convention in Nashville. 1130 am 1 pm. Details to follow. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:49:58 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=138 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=138 Click here to find out the latest happenings in LPC. Have a great Thanksgiving week! Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:08:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=137 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=137 Tulare Calif. The International AgriCenter just announced that President George W. Bush will be the featured guest at the Ag Warriors Gala on February 15 2012 during World Ag Expo in Tulare California. The event will benefit returning vete Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:12:30 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=136 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=136 by LPC intern and News Writer Kasey LettunichKANSAS CITY Mo.mdashOn Oct. 28 the Livestock Publications Council named Dr. Jon Beever of Urbana Ill. as the 2012 LPC Headliner award winner.Beever a professor of Animal Science at the Univers Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:08:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=135 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=135 Tonights second ever event starts promptly at 630 professionals please arrive by 6. Its a fun way to find out about careers in the ag communications world. Professionals will be available to offer information about what they do in their pr Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:17:01 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=134 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=134 Congratulations to these four students who will serve as interns for the 2011 American Royal Livestock Show Robin Kleine Kansas State University Emily Moore University of Illinois Kelli Fulkerson South Dakota State University and Kasey Le Tue, 18 Oct 2011 09:41:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=133 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=133 Here are the details! If you have not sent in your RSVP please send an email to Megan crudupmosbornbarr.com who is taking reservations.Royal Gala RoundUpSet for Oct. 28FRIDAY OCTOBER 28 2011 bull 711 P.M.American Royal Headquarters Tue, 18 Oct 2011 09:29:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=132 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=132 Click to find out the news from LPC httpwww.livestockpublications.comnewsletter.php Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:24:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=131 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=131 Our LPC Student Development Committee is planning a ldquospeed networkingrdquo event for Thur. October 27 at the American Royal in Kansas City. We appreciate your contributions to the field of agricultural communications and believe yo Mon, 26 Sep 2011 10:26:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=130 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=130 Dairy farmers in the ninestate Southeast United Dairy Industry Association Inc. SUDIA region are getting extra help connecting with consumers. SUDIA has engaged Demeter Communications to work with its Community Outreach program.ldquo Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:33:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=129 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=129 TWO LPC MEMBERS JOIN FORCESTulare Calif. Progressive Dairyman has been selected as the official dairy publication of World Ag Expo 2012. Not only will the magazine be distributed at World Ag Expo but dairy producers from across the Thu, 08 Sep 2011 13:00:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=128 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=128 Are you a college student interested in writing photography blogging and communicating about livestock? If you want to gain realworld experience in media coverage of an event apply for the 2011 American Royal Media Intern Program sponsored b Sun, 28 Aug 2011 10:40:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=127 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=127 Newly elected officers of the Livestock Publications Council are front row Scott Vernon Brock Center for Ag Communication San Luis Obispo Calif. president Kathy LaScala Cowsmopolitan Magazine Douds Iowa first vice president Christy Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:22:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=126 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=126 Have you registered for AMS? Did you think you did....but arent sure?! Check out the list on the AMS home page www.agmediasummit.com Mon, 27 Jun 2011 11:10:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=125 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=125 If you still want to attend the Design Workshop THIS Thursday we will let you register today. We have a great group signed up to learn more about InDesign and production. The event is at the Penn Valley College in Kansas City and will go from 8 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 09:58:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=124 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=124 Our official news release with exciting news!CHESTERFIELD Mo. May 24 2011 ndash The Agricultural Media Summitrsquos InfoExpo trade show is now sold out with a record 83 exhibit spaces filled. Not only is it a record high but this is als Wed, 25 May 2011 14:30:15 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=123 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=123 Design Workshop June 16 2011 bull 830 am 4 pmMCCPenn Valley in Penn Valley Park Kansas City3201 Southwest Trafficway Kansas City 64111This workshop will be held in a computer lab and concentrate only on design so you will get tru Thu, 19 May 2011 12:59:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=122 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=122 Its time to register for this years Ag Media Summit in New Orleans July 23 27. Be sure to consider going on the tour of the Port of New Orleans on Saturday and staying through the new 60 Ideas in 60 Minutes session on Wednesday morning. If y Wed, 04 May 2011 11:59:59 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=121 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=121 The official schedule of events is now posted on the Ag Media Summit site and has all of the information on the speakers sessions and social events for the 13th annual AMS. Check it out here. Mon, 11 Apr 2011 19:40:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=120 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=120 Wow if there was an LPC maternity ward last week we certainly would have filled it up with new LPC babies! Congratulations to all of these LPC members and their familiesJulie and Jared Murnin Abilene Texas. Julie owns Cattle Designs an adve Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:26:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=119 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=119 APRIL 20 is quickly coming up and we want to be sure you get your entries in for the Contest and the Critique. This is your opportunity to get the recognition for the work you are producing through the contest and then in the Critique you can Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:06:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=118 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=118 Contributed by Greg Henderson Editor DroversCattlenetworkOut on the prairie south of boomtown Chicago in 1865 Americas first major central public market was built. The Civil War was nearing its end and America was about to step into an era Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:40:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=117 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=117 Ag Transportation Tour bull Port of New OrleansSaturday July 23 bull 8 a.m. 430 p.m.Sponsored by the Soy Transportation Coalition U.S. agriculture can invest sizable resources in the effort to enhance supply and demand. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 17:46:27 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=116 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=116 Be sure to start thinking about your entries for both the LPC Contest and LPC Critique. This is your opportunity to get the recognition for the work you are producing through the contest and then in the Critique you can find out what you need t Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:10:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=115 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=115 Wow there are a lot of jobs available right now! Check out our job postings new ones just listed. Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:06:08 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=114 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=114 This news just in from AMS Program Chair Steve Werblow Seventime NFL AllPro kicker Nick The Kick Lowery will kick off AMS on Sunday afternoon July 24 with leadership insights on ldquoUltimate Teams The Five As.rdquo Lowery ros Mon, 28 Feb 2011 12:46:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=113 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=113 Yep the deadline will be upon you before you know it to make your submissions for the LPC Contest and the LPC Critique. Last year we made several changes and we want to be sure to explain the differences so it is clear that these are very diffe Tue, 15 Feb 2011 10:03:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=112 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=112 Heres a photo from the LPC luncheon cosponsored by IntervetScheringPlough Animal Health ISPAH that was held during NCBA. Pictured are Diane Johnson exec of LPC Scarlett Hagins Kansas Stockman and committee chair of the student award pro Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:55:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=111 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=111 The deadline is quickly approaching for the Forrest Bassford Student Award! Check it all out httpwww.livestockpublications.comforms.php DEADLINE IS TUESDAY FEBRUARY 15. Its FREE money! Wed, 09 Feb 2011 09:31:39 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=110 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=110 It was a great week in Denver last week at the National Cattlemens Beef Association NCBA annual convention. As is tradition LPC hosted its annual luncheon that has been held in conjunction with NCBA for years. We try and keep it a very laid Mon, 07 Feb 2011 13:55:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=109 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=109 Be sure to plan on the annual LPC Luncheon at the NCBA Convention February 3 at 12 noon. Hyatt Hotel 15th St. location downtown Denver. Thanks to cosponsor IntervetScheringPlough Animal Health for making this a complimentary lunch for our Mon, 17 Jan 2011 08:17:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=108 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=108 I just heard sad news that our friend Price Harrison longtime publisher of Angus News Dowelltown Tennessee passed away yesterday. Price was a character in the industry and I will always have fond memories of his pleasant demeanor and way Wed, 05 Jan 2011 08:40:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=107 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=107 The National Swine Registry today announced the planned retirement of NSR CEO Darrell Anderson effective at the end of 2011 following a oneyear search and transition process for a new executive. A call for applications for the position has be Tue, 04 Jan 2011 15:37:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=106 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=106 Click here see General News link to see a pdf file of new information from LPC. If you are not on the list to receive LPC information on a regular basis let me know and well add you or others in your office to our lists. dianejflash.net Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:43:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=105 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=105 A new feature of the 2010 Best of the Bunch Photo Contest was to allow all entrants to have their photos posted on the LPC site. Finally we have them up and ready. If you need a good photo or a photographer take a look at these photos to see th Thu, 02 Dec 2010 15:25:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=104 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=104 After I sent out a note yesterday indicating that the luncheon at NCBA would be on Friday I found out that we can have it on Thursday. Although we have had it on both days Thursday seems to be better for most people. This is cosponsored by In Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:34:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=103 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=103 Here is a link to a site that Amber Spafford chairman of the Gala has recently posted photos to. Watch for more coverage of the Royal Gala this week as we pull all of the photos and info together. http2010lpcroyalgala.shutterfly.com Mon, 29 Nov 2010 15:31:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=102 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=102 Attention students! The application for the student award is now online. Although its not due until February 15 2011 you can still start looking it over now. Its free money! Click on the link and scroll to the bottom of the page httpwww. Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:46:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=101 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=101 Congratulations to Erica McKasson at EDJE Technologies for winning the logo contest for the 2011 Ag Media Summit. Her design was chosen from 20 entries submitted by LPC and AAEA members. The competition was tough and we thank you all for parti Wed, 10 Nov 2010 09:38:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=100 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=100 Thank you to the following professionals who joined with 40 yes FORTY students in the speed networking event at the American Royal last week. Jennifer ShikeDoug RichKyle HaleyLacey RobinsonSue LeeShelia StannardAngie DentonCrystal YoungJay Fri, 05 Nov 2010 12:59:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=99 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=99 This is always a big week for LPC in Kansas City during the activities of the American Royal. I do believe this year its going to be even bigger! On Thursday we will host a new event for students that we are calling speed networking. This eve Mon, 25 Oct 2010 22:57:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=98 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=98 Herersquos your chance to design the logo for the 2011 Ag Media Summit and pocket the money! This contest is open to any LPC or AAEA member or student member of either organization. ACT members you may participate if you are a student member Tue, 12 Oct 2010 15:31:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=97 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=97 The Livestock Publications Council is pleased to announce the 2010 winners of the American Royal Media Internship Program. The interns include Krista Anderson of Oklahoma State University Janell Baum of University of Illinois Lisa Brown of Okl Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:40:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=96 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=96 We identified September as the month for Office Bombardment but its fine to continue in to October! Ive heard of some offices and students taking advantage of this opportunity in September. And have also heard that several are planning to tie Wed, 29 Sep 2010 12:39:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=95 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=95 The weather gave us some fits today. Yesterday a very thick blanket of fog rolled in and has just sat here! We are seeing a bit of sun now but the fog is trying to come back. All of the folks here are just flabbergasted with it and tell us it i Thu, 16 Sep 2010 21:36:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=94 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=94 Wow what a day. This morning we travelled north of Anchorage about two hours to the area around Talkeetna. This sleeply little town is right out of the old TV show quotNorthern Exposurequot. After getting to our hotel it was lunch and then Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:23:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=93 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=93 I just arrived in Alaska last night for a week in the Anchorage area. I was invited by the Anchorage Convention and Visitors Bureau to see what the area has to offer and their goal will be to entice me to bring a group up here. In the meeting p Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:48:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=92 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=92 Attention ACT members! Yoursquore invited to join agricultural communications professionals for a fun Speed Networking event at the 2010 American Royal in Kansas City. Join us on Thursday Oct. 28 from 7830 p.m. in the American Royal headqua Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:37:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=91 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=91 For the first time ever LPC will be organizing a student intern program at the American Royal from Thursday Oct. 28 ndash Sunday Oct. 31.We are looking for talented ag communicators who have an interest in developing their writing photog Mon, 13 Sep 2010 10:35:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=90 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=90 Its already time to complete your forms for the 2011 Hall of Fame and Headliner awards that will be announced at this years LPC Royal Gala on October 29. The award forms are very simple and do not require very much time so think about those Thu, 09 Sep 2010 11:17:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=89 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=89 By now you should have received a copy of last years directory listing in the mail and now these are needed back to Diane by Wednesday August 25. You can scan and email back or fax them back as the directory is being worked on right now. You Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:10:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=88 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=88 The website has been updated to include the results from the LPC Contest. These awards were presented during the Ag Media Summit in St. Paul. More results and news from other events will continue to be posted this week. www.livestockpublications.com Mon, 09 Aug 2010 10:46:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=87 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=87 Newly elected officers of the Livestock Publications Council are front row Andy Atzenweiler Missouri Beef Cattleman Kansas City Mo. president Scott Vernon Brock Center for Ag Communication San Luis Obispo Calif. first vice presi Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:40:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=86 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=86 Im sure many of you are waiting to see results from the contests at Ag Media Summit. Im trying to get all of them organized and some will be up later today and tomorrow. Stay tuned! Tue, 03 Aug 2010 15:15:57 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=85 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=85 Just returned from the 12th annual Ag Media Summit and will start catching up by posting results and news of the event. You can see the release about the Student Award winner Lisa Brown is now posted. Photos will follow. Stay tuned for much mo Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:29:47 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=84 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=84 TOPEKA Lisa Brown a senior agricultural communications student at Oklahoma State University OSU is the recipient of the 2010 Forrest Bassford Student Award given by IntervetScheringPlough Animal Health and the Livestock Publications Co Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:26:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=82 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=82 The final preregistration list is now available on the AMS site. The numbers continue to increase but as of now there are 560 people registered. Its going to be a great week in St. Paul and I hope you are one who will be there. You can still s Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:09:13 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=81 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=81 Wow I feel like I have been out of touch with you! But its because we are focusing so much on the AMS site and keeping it updated. So Ill try and catch up with this site too but in case you are looking for information tune in to the AMS sit Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:25:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=80 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=80 You know how you receive emails and have no idea how you got on the list. Well this link is from one of those email blasts but i have discovered that they offer some really good information. Here is a link with a soft sell attached but its a Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:00:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=79 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=79 Dont forget that the early deadline for registering for the Ag Media Summit is quickly approaching. After June 30th youll pay more. There are still plenty of rooms available at the hotel however they are going fast. Dont delay in that litt Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:29:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=78 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=78 ldquoFEATHERS HOOVES AND FRUITSrdquo ndash Sample some of the ldquobest ofrdquo Minnesota agriculture on this diverse tour. First up an innovative turkey operation near the Twin Cities where wersquoll learn why Minnesota leads the Tue, 15 Jun 2010 09:50:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=77 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=77 ldquoNEW MEDIA MARKET BASKETrdquo Ag and food companies large and small are texting tweeting and FaceBooking their way to success. On this very special field trip yoursquoll learn how companies in farming are engaging with customers in Tue, 15 Jun 2010 09:48:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=76 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=76 Here is option 1 FUELS OF THE FUTURE This tour will spotlight Minnesota companies taking a leading role in renewable fuels. Wersquoll kick off the tour at CHS Inc. which balances its biofuels business with producing and marketing petrole Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:19:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=75 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=75 Paul Andre Best of the Bunch Photo ContestGet your cameras out and start snapping away or find that winning photo in your files because itrsquos time for the Best of the Bunch Photo Contest! Held each year during the Agricultural Media Summit Wed, 02 Jun 2010 10:43:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=74 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=74 Congratulations to these four finalists in the Forrest Bassford Student Award program. Each of these young ladies will receive a 750 travel scholarship for the Ag Media Summit in St. Paul Minnesota in July. They will present their portfolio to Tue, 01 Jun 2010 11:13:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=72 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=72 Many of you tuned in to the Midwest Workshop last week in Des Moines after we sent out a quick note as it was getting ready to start. We are thrilled with the enthusiasm about this idea and it worked great as a test project. Here is the link to Fri, 14 May 2010 08:04:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=71 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=71 Want to book your hotel room online? Click here to make your hotel reservations for Ag Media Summit in St. Paul. Crowne Plaza Riverfront rate 125Ready to register? Click here to go directly to the registration site. Mon, 10 May 2010 21:57:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=70 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=70 American Ag Editors Assn. has invited you to join this webinar next Tuesday May 11 2 pm Central time.Creativity vs. Practicality one sings on the printed page the other draws readers to the WebOur Webinar presenters will help you excel at b Thu, 06 May 2010 11:39:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=67 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=67 Watch live streaming video from aaeamidwest at livestream.com Tue, 04 May 2010 10:46:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=66 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=66 I have arrived in Des Moines and ready to greet a big crowd scheduled to arrive in time for 8 am registration. If your plans have changed and you think you can make it let me know right away and maybe Ill give up my seat for you or well fin Mon, 03 May 2010 08:38:13 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=51 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=51 What lsquoFrontlinersquo Consumers Want to Know Most About How U.S. Foods are ProducedA Demeter Communications SegmenTrakTM Webinar For Media Only Wednesday April 28 2230 pm CT Agricultural producers foodmanufacturers and Tue, 27 Apr 2010 13:22:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=48 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=48 Heres the first look at the confirmed schedule and speakers for......Livestock Publications Council Sales Marketing Workshop ndash second in a seriesJune 25 2010 800 a.m. ndash 500 p.m. bull Kansas City MO Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:37:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=47 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=47 We39ve got a great crowd coming to Iowa next Tuesday. Call me at 8173361130 or send me an email at dianejflash.net if you still want to come. I need to know by this Thursday April 29 please. It39s 60 for members of LPC and AAEA and on Mon, 26 Apr 2010 16:55:51 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=46 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=46 The AMS registration information program speakers fees and everything else we can tell you about this year39s event is now online in a downloadable format. Go to www.agmediasummit.com and you39ll see it posted there and on the Programs Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:24:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=45 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=45 Received this tip this morning from Jennifer Ryan a former ACT student and LPC travel award winner. It39s an easytoread article on how to link your Facebook and Twitter accounts. httpmashable.com20090525twittertofacebookAnyone hav Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:24:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=44 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=44 If you have been lucky enough to be in Texas in the month of April then you have been treated to seeing the beautfy of the official flower of Texas blooming in excess. The bluebonnets blanket the countryside and a drive south from Fort Worth is Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:14:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=43 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=43 Received this release about our newest LPC service member Wes Underwood. What a great project! Wes39 daughter wil be one of this year39s Ag Media Summit interns too. Pictured are L to R Jason Anderson Producer Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:40:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=42 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=42 I hope you are getting your entries ready for this year39s NEW Contest and Critique Review. The board has thought through this new process at length and feel that you are going to benefit greatly whether you are most interested in the contest Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:28:42 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=41 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=41 It39s time to register for the upcoming Midwest Regional Workshop! Just send your name address company and email to Diane at the LPC office. It39s a great bargain only 60 for members of LPC and AAEA and only 80 for nonmembers. Rea Mon, 05 Apr 2010 16:30:02 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=40 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=40 ... the LPC Best of the Bunch Photo Contest. This year39s contest will take on some big changes and we want to be sure you are aware of them. It39s springtime so I39m sure there are some great photos that will be ta Mon, 29 Mar 2010 16:00:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=39 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=39 We have posted a very comprehensive schedule with workshop descriptions. This is being created into another format that will be easier to read but for now you can find it at httpwww.agmediasummit.comprograms Dates for this year39s AMS Mon, 22 Mar 2010 19:58:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=38 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=38 Tentative schedule 89 a.m. Registration with cinnamon rolls 9 a.m. Welcome ndash Karen Simon AAEA president and Marilyn Brink LPC president 910 a.m. Videography session Crystal Young American Angus Association Assistant Director of Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:43:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=37 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=37 Through the last few months I have heard more rumblings than usual from my friends and acquaintances about their satisfaction at their jobs. It makes me sad to know that people are going to work and not happy about it. I39ve been trying to pu Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:44:01 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=36 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=36 LPC board member Cindy Cunningham assistant vice president of communications for the National Pork Board will present a session at the upcoming National Agri Marketing Assn NAMA Convention in Kansas City. She39ll share how they developed Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:31:05 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=35 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=35 Be sure you have your calendars marked for Tuesday May 4 for the workshop cosponsored by Livestock Publications Council and American Agricultural Editors39 Association. The workshop will feature sessions mainly on writing and photography a Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:46:11 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=34 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=34 Congratulations to Cheryl Oxley who has just announced her retirement from Angus Productions Inc. effective April 30 2010. She has been an integral part of API and also has been extremely involved in LPC. She is a member of the LPC Hall of Fame Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:36:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=33 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=33 The time has come to unveil the new rules for what has been known as the Critique Contest for the past 25 years. After much discussion by the committees and the Board of Directors we have taken the Critique Contest and split it into two parts. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:37:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=32 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=32 We are in the final stages of reviewing the newly revamped Contest and the brand new Critique division. A couple things we can let you know is when you enter the Contest there will be no critiques. But if you want to have indepth critiques i Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:32:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=31 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=31 Carey and her husband Bryan Berry welcomed a new little girl to the family on January 14. Carey is this year39s Ag Media Summit chairman and is the publication coordinator at the Kentucky Cattlemen39s Assn in Lexington Kentucky. The lit Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:28:32 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=30 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=30 This was seen in a San Francisco paper. Any ideas on what to do next? Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:51:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=29 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=29 httpmoney.cnn.com20100217smallbusinesssmallbusinesslendingfallsindex.htmCheck out this story about EDJE Technologies from owner Ed Tlach. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:48:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=28 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=28 Zack T. Wood Jr. who served many years as executive director of the National Cutting Horse Association passed away this Saturday Feb. 13. In 1955 Wood helped form the Delta Cutting Horse Association and he was working for the Agricul Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:43:20 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=27 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=27 Bob Weaber is a longtime friend of mine and is an assistant professor in the Animal Science department at the University of Missouri. He has a Ph.D from Cornell and master39s from Colorado State and is a brilliant young man. I39m proud to Wed, 10 Feb 2010 12:05:39 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=26 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=26 Just watched the new video from Drovers looks like its their first. These editors are now having to learn the video business too. You can see Greg Henderson and John Maday have put their pens down and picked up a microphone. I like it this Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:01:15 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=25 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=25 DENVER mdash The names of three livestock professionals were added to the Livestock Marketeers Hall of Fame wall at the National Western Stock Show Club on Jan. 16.The Livestock Marketeers mdash an informal fraternity of livestock fieldmen Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:51:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=24 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=24 A twoday photography workshop will be held on July 2425 2010 prior to the Agricultural Media Summit AMS in St. Paul Minn. Wersquore building an intense learning session that will give attendees instruction from professional photographer Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:34:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=23 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=23 Are you interested in combining all facets of agricultural communications into one summer internship? Do you want to gain experience in writing photography and digital media?Read full description here httpwww.livestockpublications.composti Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:40:42 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=22 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=22 You can see a story picked up by AgWeb on the EMHE story that we have been following. The bus will move tomorrow afternoon! Brand new house for a deserving Skaggs family. httpwww.agweb.com Sat, 06 Feb 2010 14:08:18 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=21 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=21 LPC member Oklahoma Pork Council is a proud sponsor here at the Extreme Makeover Home Edition site near Lexington Oklahoma. Word is they were the sponsor of last night39s dinner for area realtors. I39m proud of them too for being a part Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=20 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=20 The National Ag Communicators of Tomorrow are hosting their annual conference in Stephenville Texas. Several LPC members are helping as workshop leaders and are listed in bold. For more information httpwww.tarleton.eduACTact2010conf.html Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:56:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=8 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=8 Scholarship applications for the Forrest Bassford Student Award sponsored by LPC and IntervetScheringPlough are available on the Web site and due on February 15 2010. The top winner will receive a 1500 scholarship and a 500 travel scholars Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:08:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=19 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=19 Calling all parents with kids who are in the 7th to 12th grades. The Agriculture Council of America is hosting an essay contest with a theme of quotAmerican Agriculture Abundant Affordable Amazing.quot Great theme! Deadline is Feb. 12 c Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:07:56 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=18 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=18 The premiere of the HBO original movie quotTemple Grandinquot will air this Saturday February 6 on HBO. Claire Danes stars as the title character and costars Catherine O39Hara and David Strathaim. Temple was the LPC Headliner awa Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:58:54 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=16 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=16 I have been overwhelmed with comments regarding this family who has been selected for the Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Since they are closely related to the cattle business plus friends of many LPC members I am going to keep you posted on so Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:17:04 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=15 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=15 We have had an exciting event happen with some of our friends in the cattle business. Read on It39s official! The popular television show Extreme Makeover Home Edition has just quotknocked on the doorquot of the home of Brian and Audra S Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:13:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=14 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=14 It appears from other blogs and Facebook entries that a lot of people are headed to San Antonio for National Cattlemen39s Beef Assn. Convention. Well I39m on my way too. For those of you from the frozen tundra it will be better weather Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:32:55 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=13 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=13 The folks at DeLaval asked me to promote their upcoming event during the World Ag Expo in Tulare California. Customer Appreciation Dinner February 9 in Exeter CA. Cocktails at 530 pm followed by dinner at 7 pm. Contact cathy.mckinleyde Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:26:57 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=12 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=12 In the January 2010 issue of Drovers there was a plethora of letters to the editor in regards to a November 2009 article Billionarie philantropist advocate for agriculture. Well Bill and Melinda sent a note in saying quotWe enjoyed readin Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:18:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=11 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=11 The Hereford World has been celebrating 100 years of publishing about Herefords. Its not necessarily 100 years of the Hereford World since the name has changed and the merger of the Polled Hereford and Hereford breeds years ago but it39s a Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:13:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=10 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=10 Through the years one of the things that I have missed being able to do is comment on the variety of items I see in your publications. I receive over 60 monthly mags and I39m not sure how many weekly publications 15? or 20? I should be nomi Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:01:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=9 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=9 The National Swine Registry announces two new hires including new Field Representative Michael Lackey of Parker Colo and Alan Duttlinger of Hebron Ind. as Director of the National Junior Swine Association. Both will be involved with the promot Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:40:39 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=7 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=7 I39m trying to repost information from last week39s email that was sent out regarding new developments for LPC plus am adding new items of interest. Once I get in the rhythm and get a bit more organized there will be photos and ot Wed, 20 Jan 2010 13:02:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=6 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=6 Another contest that has been around for years is the everpopular Best of the Bunch Photo Contest that takes place at the Ag Media Summit you can enter photos without attending though. There are four categories and this y Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:59:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=5 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=5 After many hours and years of discussion the Critique Contest has been radically changed after 34 years of basically the same format. We have listened to your comments and swirled them around in our heads. We know that th Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:57:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=4 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=4 For the first time this luncheon is being cosponsored by IntervetScheringPlough Animal Health and will recognize the 2009 LPC Forrest Bassford Student Award Winner Whitney Wallace from the Universit Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:55:00 EST http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=3 http://www.livestockpublications.com/blog.php?author=1&ind=3 Welcome to the first post for LPC on its new blog feature. This will be the new means of communication for LPC and hopefully you will get in the habit of checking it sign up for the RSS feed or become familiar with finding information on here. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:50:00 EST