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Show Ifrge 14 - UINTAH BASIN STANDARD. November 9. 1988 A Donations for Food Pantry acquired through Bowlathon Tha firat ever "Rolling for Dough Bowlathon waa held at the Roosevelt Bowl and Fun Center October offering an opportunity for bowling enthusiasts to eryoy bowling in a weekend-long event, and donate to a worthy cause at the same time. The bowlathon was held as a for the Duchesne County Food Pantry, and was cosponsored by the Roosevelt Job Service and the Roosevelt Bowl During the three days of the vent, people could come to the bowling center with a food item to donate, and receive a discount on the games they fund-rais- 15-1-7, er non-perisha- bowled. In addition, a portion of the proceeds from the games waa donated to tha Food Pantry. Mika Hanley, Roosevelt Job Service, says tha bowlathon raised $103.00 and 41 food items for the cause. Job Service was pleased to be able to assist a charitable organization in our ana, he states, and tha event mey be repeated, if enough interest is expressed. Jab Service personnel express their appreciation to the Roosevelt Bowl for their cooperation, to KVEL Radio for their live radio spots, and to tha merchants for donated prises that wen given away during the three days of tha bowlathon. Certificates of Appreciation wen presented to ell employers and individuals that wore involved in making this project a success. on-the-- Veterans should know what benefits are ee Although over $32 billion was paid out in veterans benefits last year, billions more went unclaimed in the past few years. Every year eligibility for benefits and the array of available benefits are changed and very few veterans or their survivors keep up with the latest rules. Because of this, and changes in their circumstances, many veterans, their families and survivors, are now entitled to money and other benefits from the government even though they were not eligible in the past These were the findings of a study group iff the Consumer Education Research Center, a national nonprofit consumer group. They found that over ofthe money paid in veterans benefits goes to persons who never served in the armed forces ofthe United States. Most of these were related by blood or marriage to veterans, but many were not Others were members of the armed forces of countries who fought with us against our enemies. Each year the center compiles a book describing the latest rules on available benefits and how to qualify for them. The current Guide to Federal and State Benefits for Veterans, their Families and Survivors, with a foreword by Sen. Robert Dole, is now available. one-four- Robert L. Berko, executive director of the consumer group, says that many survivors of veterans are unaware that they might be eligible to receive money, medical care, educational assistance, help in buying a home, or other benefits. In fact, eligibility and SUPPORT CENTER Continued from page 9 positionmaybeyoungoroldfbuta married couple is preferred. A place to live, food, utQitioe, etc. will be provide along .with ' $500.00 per month.); weekend houeeparents, who are at the center from 5 pan. Friday until 5 pm. Sunday (earning $100.00 par e month); and a If you or someone you know is interested and qualified for any oftheee positions, mail an application to: ' The Ogden Family Support Center th 192-pa- part-tim- 622 23rd Street benefits change constantly and some people ineligible in previous years an now able to start receiving money. The study found that many (1-r- . . an unawan that they an people considered dependents or survi- vors of veterans. These include those involved in illegal marriages, those who remarried after the death or disability of a vet- - trends to influence future 14 and. employers throughout the U.S. may be interested in, aaya Mike Hanley of the Rooaevelt Job aa they may affect the Service, ' Work ' environment anywhere.' These projected trends mey not affect the Basin aa much aa they will other areas, of the country, . concedes Hanley, but they an an evidence of the changing work that may or may not improve the situation iff distha tax, Ashby said. abled workers, depending on how Passage of legislation to restore the exemption for Repeal of tha "heifer tax" was employers use the information. also applauded by Utah's largest us of diesel fuel and the 1) Competitiveness and prowrite-ofarm organisation, Ashby .said. of expenses ductivity: Under intense pressure "Cattle producers may once again far cattle is being hailed as a victo compete in a world market and deduct production expenses the Utah Farm increase productivity with fewer the Bureau tory by Federation. year they occur, rather than wait- -' resources, business and governKen Ashby, president of Utah ing to write them off against the ment alike acknowledge the imincome 'generated by the aniFarm Bureau, said the critically portance iff developing in the workforce the skills that support needed changes in tax law came in mals, he said. The tax correction measure tha waning hours of tha 1988 sesmotivation and productivity sion of Congress, which adjourned adopted by Congress also expands through training and developan existing law allowing farmers ment. last week. "A 1987 budget law to postpone for one year paying 2) Rapidity of change: The change required farmers to pay a tans on income received from the cycle from development to matur15 tax on diesel, forced liquidation of livestock due keep records and file refund paity is growing increasingly shorter fluids from and to the to This back. for tha drought businesses, products, jobs, and money pers get federal disaster assistance proforced the government to pay tha careers, as business struggles to cost of collecting and refunding grams. stay aligned with rapid change in a swiftly evolving global marketplace. Classes & Supplies Are Available At 3) Globalisation of business: The proliferation of multinational companies, coproduction agree-ments and offshore operations are all sign s 'of theinrfeasing globalization of business. Organizations Special Technique must translate national perspecClasses Are Beginning tives into a world view. Soon, At Modest Cost 4) Diversity in the population: Sign Up For Them Now. Homogeneous corporations are Senior Citizens giving way to a mix of races, a' balance of ganders, and a labor Will Classes Taking and pool heavy in middle-age- d Receive'A Discount older workers. The variety of valLocated In Hear Of ues, expectations, and priorities of such a population will affect their Suxi-Q'- a (Shoe Tree) behavior as employees and aa consumers. 5) Technological change: Companies must train and retrain more quickly Gian ever before, aa rapid and pervasive technological change results in the need for new We Have Sandwiches & Salads kills. Tha American Society for Training and Development has little to do with life in the Basing But they , have publiahed interesting trends that wi . ' . Bureau applauds passage of diesel, livestock taxes middle-age- December 15. The Uintah Basin Support Center will be available to carve residenta from Daggett, Uintah, and Duchesne Counties, and will provide a safe option to any fiunfly ini m HI Come In And See Our Sale OFF 50 Items Such As: Winter Boots Jumpsuits Mens Shirts Cowboy Boots Next To Circle K, Roosevelt 722-565- 7 0 . . . Wondering which ' way to turn , Find It fast What ever your problem, the Standards Classifieds can help. We list job opportunities, property for rental and sale, and much much more. Call us if you have something to sell . Fresh Made Daily & Fresh Carrot Cake. 6) Domestic economic volatilN New Deli Items: Turkey Club Sandwich, Chili And Stuffed Potatoes (stuff it your way) We Also Cater Lunches. Give Vs A Call! Across From The Childrens Den ity: Mergers, acquisitions, deregulation and com petition is forcing companies into new and unfamiliar kinds of business. Corporate. identity crises shake the oldest and largest of organizations. , in the U.S. population. 10) Growth of the service industry: The service industry will grow more than any other, employing 80 to 85 percent of the workforce. 11) Increase in quality of. work life issues: American workers will expect and demand change, choice, flexibility, options and variety in their jobs. 12) Increasing emphasis on health and wellness: Substance abuse and AIDS are increasing in the work place, forcing employers to give more consideration to employees health and wellness. 13) The role iff business in society: Corporations consider issues of fairness, justice, .equity and ethics in business, as well as placing an emphasis on the appearance of ethical behavior. 14) Small, work groups: Organizations are self-contain- restructuring along flatter lines, with, more work being done through teams and groups. Middle managers are being eliminated. Tha business world is a constantly changing scene, and all facets of the work force, including the disabled, should be considered when adjusting your business to the changes, concludes Hanley. October has been set aside as National Disability Employment Awareness Month; Anyone wishing to include the disabled in your workforce, but uncertain as to how to approach that opportunity, can contact Mike at Job Service. 722-236- 6 m Hearts Desire Imports v SALE V V ? October 5th Thru November 30th (Discount 15 Daily Specials) )n,laPwelry Baskets - Wicker & Bai Wednesday ' mrsdayIsleiOf fday Saturday' 61 E. Main St. Duchoanc 738-271-3 Christmas Gift Idea (FDC For Someone You live 100TH ANNIVERSARY ROSE PARADE 7 days deluxe motorcoach December 28th First Class motel accommodations. tour-departu- re SPARKLING LAS VEGAS WORLD DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO-SEHOLLYWOOD-DISNEYLAN- THE UINTAH BASIN STANDARD CALL 722-513- 1 A D NEW YEARS EVE DINNER-TOU- R OF LA. RESERVED ROSE PARADE SEATING, A MUCH MORE. $435.00 Per Person A $40.00 Deposit Will Hold Reservations limited reservations by November 12. 2 Phone Velma 4 or Betty 722-283- 722-465- . 1990. 9) Workforce quality: In the next decade, there are expected to be 23 functionally illiterate adults cent-per-gall- on & workers. education and trainingis expected to increase 25 to 30 percent by ay . d 8) More investment in human capital: Lifelong learning will become the norm and employers will become and integral part of the education process. The investment by employers in employee scene-chan- ges , Demographic shills: the 7) American work force will include more women and immigrants, as .well as an increasing number of ff Ogden, Utah 84401 Applications for theee poeitions are due in the Ogden Office by ge DONATTON FROM THE BOWLATHON-T-he Roosevelt Job Service and the Roosevelt Bowl are for 'Rolling Dough Bowlathon raised money for the Duchesne County Food Pantry. Pictured Job Service employees ): Mike Hanley, coordinator of the event; Liz Ames, Jane Gurr, Pam Bcnlz, Brenda Horrocks, Julie Montgomery; ami Tpni Ansel, Food Pantry board member accepting the r check. A TREE IN HIS FATHER'S MEMORY Nobuyoshi an exchange student from Japan who stayed with the BUI Christensen family in Altamont last summer, planted a trcc at the Altamont Park in memory of his deceased father. Nobuyoshi wanted to leave a memorial in America- -a place he loved-- to his father, who also dreamed of coming to America. The tree will grow as a living reminderof a boy s love for his father and a token of respect from one country to another. . . |