Mid-Columbia Libraries (MCL) hosts a free virtual lecture by Bay Area broadcaster John Jensen titled “The Emergence of Folk-Rock,” on Thursday, April 8 at 6 pm via Zoom.
The audience will hear the early pioneers of traditional folk music like Lead Belly, Woody Guthrie, Burl Ives, and The Weavers, who were the forerunners when folk went mainstream in the late 1950s with the likes of The Limeliters, The Kingston Trio, Joan Baez, and Bob Dylan. Jensen will discuss the moment when folk-rock burst on the scene with the groups who revolutionized the sound like The Byrds, Buffalo Springfield, The Mamas and the Papas, The Lovin' Spoonful, and many others. The presentation will include rare songs, studio sessions, and outtakes as this sound came into prominence. More information is at midcolumbialibraries.org. All MCL branches are open for "Curbside Plus," which includes limited in-branch browsing for books and materials and computer use, as well as curbside pickup and returns.
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Administrative Professionals do amazing work – often just outside the spotlight. Western Governors University recognizes the unique skills of our administrative professionals during April. In honor of our Administrative Professionals, WGU is offering two great opportunities this month.
This year, Administrative Professionals Day is April 21st. To help recognize the important work these professionals do in YOUR community, I invite you to nominate a colleague who embodies the qualities of an outstanding administrative professional: engaging, organized, and driven. By filling out this short, nomination form, your colleague will be eligible to receive a $150 Amazon gift card and you will receive a small Starbucks gift card as well. The deadline for nominations is April 30, 2021. WGU is also making Administrative Professionals Day extra special – and helping to unlock full potential in the workplace! To celebrate, WGU is proud to offer the Administrative Professionals Scholarship. We will award multiple scholarships – each valued up to $4,000 – to motivated executive assistants, secretaries, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals ready to achieve the dream of a university education. Scholarship applications are being accepted now through September 30th. Help us say thank you to Administrative professionals for their hard work and tireless efforts! Make a difference today by nominating a colleague for an Amazon gift card and by sharing the news about WGU’s Administrative Professionals Scholarship. Zintel Creek Golf Club is pleased to announce that 3000 square feet of the club’s downstairs area has been remodeled as event space. For those people looking to host a class reunion, wedding reception, business meeting or family gathering, the golf club now has something for everyone to hold meetings and banquets.
Golf and Social memberships receive reduced room fees for banquet room rental, discounts on the simulator, discounted or no greens fees, restaurant and bar discounts, swimming pool, fitness room, and locker room privileges. “Zintel Creek Golf Club is a home away from home for families and friends, explains General Manager Clint Ables. “It’s a place where everyone knows your name…a spot to bring future, present and past colleagues and customers to network with other business people, and develop valuable relationships.” The Golf Club restaurant is open Wednesday-Sunday 11am-7pm. The Golf Course is open Mondays at noon and 7:30am Tuesday-Sunday. Today, Energy Northwest, Grant County Public Utility District and X-energy, LLC signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a mutual partnership to support the development and commercial demonstration of the country’s first advanced nuclear reactor. The partners will collaborate and share resources to evaluate their mutual goal of siting, building, and operating a Xe-100 advanced nuclear power plant at an existing Energy Northwest site north of Richland, with the potential to generate up to 320 megawatts of reliable, carbon-free energy. Through the TRi Energy Partnership, the parties will evaluate each step of the project and identify the best approach to licensing, permitting, construction, operation, and ownership.
The partnership was announced this morning at a signing ceremony in Richland, Washington, where the three chief executives delivered remarks: “As Washington state implements the Clean Energy Transformation Act – requiring 100 percent carbon-free electricity by 2045 – new sources of reliable, affordable and emissions-free electricity will be needed across the region,” said Brad Sawatzke, Energy Northwest chief executive officer. “Advanced nuclear energy can and should play a vital role in our state’s clean energy future: it does not emit greenhouse gases, is available around-the-clock, pairs well with renewables, and provides numerous benefits essential to grid reliability.” “This partnership signifies our strong interest in advanced nuclear energy as one of the best, lowest-cost options to reliably serve Grant County’s growing communities and support their continued economic growth,” said Kevin Nordt, Grant County PUD chief executive officer. “The electricity generated by a Xe-100, and other advanced nuclear energy technologies, will be invaluable to our future carbon-free grid.” “Together we represent the three pillars on which a successful project will be built: X-energy’s innovative Generation IV nuclear technology and fuel design; Energy Northwest’s ideal site and proven operating experience and nuclear expertise; and in Grant PUD a forward-thinking, resourceful, and extremely well-run utility with an interest in new resources to meet growing demand,” said Clay Sell, X-energy chief executive officer. “Combined with the Department of Energy’s vital support and visionary leadership, we have the foundation on which to build the future of clean energy. Visit Tri-Cities has partnered with SkyNav, an immersive virtual marketing platform, to launch an exciting 360⁰ tour of the Tri-Cities—the first interactive virtual tour experience to be offered by a destination marketing organization in Washington State.
SkyNav creates a dynamic virtual experience with stunning aerial to ground spherical imagery that may also be enjoyed as a virtual reality experience. The interactive tour highlights points of interest with image galleries, videos and information to assist visitors in planning their getaway to the Tri-Cities. “From our attractions and downtowns to our vineyards and rivers, we’re excited to offer visitors an immersive experience of the Tri-Cities,” said Michael Novakovich, President & CEO of Visit Tri-Cities. “And the technology isn’t just for leisure travelers, meeting and sports tournament planners can take advantage of the virtual tour to increase attendance at events held in the Tri-Cities. Area businesses can also leverage the technology for their recruitment and relocation endeavors.” The virtual tour is not only a powerful tool for visitors to plan their vacation, but an opportunity for local tourism-businesses to showcase their visitor experience. Visit Tri-Cities is offering a partnership with attractions, restaurants, breweries, wineries, hotels, venues and tourism-related businesses to appear on the virtual tour. “Leveraging platforms like SkyNav will give the Tri-Cities region the competitive advantage as we work toward economic recovery following the pandemic,” added Novakovich. Presentations regarding the SkyNav partnership program with Visit Tri-Cities will take place via Zoom on Tuesday, April 20 at 10 a.m. and Thursday, April 22 at 2 p.m. Tourism-related businesses may register for one of the sessions here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VTCSkyNAVDemo To learn more about Visit Tri-Cities, check out VisitTri-Cities.com or explore the Tri-Cities virtually here. |
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