Central Baptist Theological Seminary announces new $2 Million Gift for Central’s Future
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Central Baptist Theological Seminary is happy to announce a new $2 million gift for Central’s future. This gift comes from a donor who wishes to remain anonymous but believes strongly in the mission of Central. The donor told President Marshall that this gift is a vote of confidence in the way Central is engaged and involved in the world today.
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“Central’s mission is sustained by God’s providence demonstrated through faithful friends. How grateful I am for this latest significant gift that invests in our future.”
Central is encouraged by this wonderful expression of generosity and support.
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Johnson County announces recipients of 2011 Green Business Awards for waste reduction
Six Johnson County businesses and four elementary schools will receive Johnson County’s Green Business Award for success in waste reduction.
To recognize new, as well as ongoing efforts by Johnson County businesses to “go green,” the Johnson County Solid Waste Management Committee has selected ten recipients of its annual Green Business Award. Awardees will be formally recognized at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, June 16, during the Johnson County Board of Commissioners meeting at the county’s Administration Building, 111 S. Cherry, in downtown Olathe.
The ten recipients diverted a combined total of 1,227 tons of waste from landfills to recycling and composting. Awardees include manufacturers and a hospital. Their actions and success stories are summarized on the enclosed Tip Sheet. The 2011 recipients of the top Emerald Award are:
• Farmers Insurance HelpPoint, Olathe
• Shawnee Mission Medical Center, Merriam
• ITW Dymon, Olathe
• ITW Labels, Gardner
• LaserCycle, Inc., Lenexa
• Tomahawk Elementary School, Overland Park
• Brookwood Elementary School, Leawood
• Briarwood Elementary School, Prairie Village
• Bluejacket Flint Elementary School, Shawnee
• WaterOne, Lenexa |
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All applicants were asked to complete a survey ranking their achievements in categories of waste reduction, reuse and recycling, outreach and education, and policies. Points were assigned for the achievements and applicants had to meet a minimum of ten mandatory actions. Three levels were available for awards, Emerald, Gold, and Honorable Mention. Each applicant also submitted a one page summary of their efforts and a metrics report showing how they tracked waste reduction efforts.
Other interested businesses can self apply with applications due January 31 of each year. Inquiries about the Green Business Awards should go to Craig Wood at (913) 715-6917.
For more information on composting and other ways to recycle, visit the county’s recycling website; where residents can find information on composting, residential and commercial recycling, yard waste disposal, and ways to reduce trash and reuse resources.
Animal Haven and No More Homeless Pets KC merge, form Heartland SPCA
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Animal Haven, the second largest humane society and animal welfare organization in Kansas City, and No More Homeless Pets KC, the metro’s leader in high quality, affordable veterinary care and spay/neuter services, have merged.
The new organization, Heartland SPCA, is the first full-circle solution for residents in the Kansas City area. |
“Several months ago, both organizations began looking at ways we could work together to help more pets and expand our respective footprints in the community. As this relationship continued to evolve, merging became the natural next step,” said Courtney Thomas, Executive Director of Heartland SPCA.
The merger, which became effective June 15, will allow the organization to provide care to approximately 15,000 animals a year through their adoption, lost pet, and affordable spay/neuter and veterinary services.
“The work of Animal Haven and No More Homeless Pets KC complement each other well, and combined, will allow the organization to provide comprehensive animal care for the life cycle of your pet. If you’re looking for a new pet, we can assist you through our robust adoption program. If you’ve lost your pet, we work to reunite you. If you need affordable veterinary care, you can come to our Animal Medical Center. We are truly a full-circle solution for the community,” said Thomas.
To learn more, visit www.HeartlandSPCA.org.
Kansas Small Business Development Center July Seminar Schedule
Check out this month's schedule of seminars offered by the Kansas Small Business Development Center (KSBDC).
Kansas Retail Sales and Compensating Use Tax
July 12 | 8 a.m. - noon, CRN 51143 - Regnier Center Room 181
Fee: $20
QuickBooks Pro/Premier: Introductory Workshop
July 12 | 12:30 - 4:30 p.m., CRN 51159 - Regnier Center Room 221
Fee: $189
Improve Your Company's Profitability: Understanding Your Financial Statements
July 13 | 6 - 9 p.m., CRN 51571 - Regnier Center Room 145
Fee: $30
Starting a Business: Success Right from the Start
July 14 | 6 - 9:30 p.m., CRN 51160 - Regnier Center Room 145
Fee: $30
CEO Roundtable
July 21 | 8 - 10 a.m., CRN 51162 - Regnier Center Room 170
Fee: $300
Quickbooks: How to Track Jobs, Time and Mileage
July 28 | 1 - 3 p.m., CRN 51164 - Regnier Center Room 232
Fee: $59
QuickBooks: Intermediate
July 28 | 9 a.m. - noon, CRN 51163 - Regnier Center Room 232
Fee: $79
To register, contact the Continuing Education Registration office at 913.469.2323 or visit www.jccc.edu and select Small Business Workshops.
The JCCC KSDBC is now offering a number of online courses. For details, visit http://www.jcc.edu/enroll/ce/ways-to-register/ed2go.html
In addition to the seminars, the JCCC KSBDC provides free, confidential, one-on-one consulting to existing and prospective small business owners in Johnson, Wyandotte and Miami counties in Kansas. The team of consultants includes experienced professionals with expertise in the areas of finance accounting, marketing, strategic planning and general small business management. Consultants meet with small business owners by appointment, and there is no charge for the KSBDC's consulting services.
For additional information, contact Malinda Bryan Smith, Regional Director, or Kay Lampe, Training and Event Coordinator at 913.649.3878 or visit the KSBDC website.
