Thursday, May 23, 2013
NASA Image of the Day
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Pavlof Volcano From StationAstronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) photographed this striking view of Pavlof Volcano on May 18, 2013. The oblique perspective from the ISS reveals the three dimensional structure of the ash plume, which is often obscured by the top-down view of most remote sensing satellites.Situated in the Aleutian Arc about 625 miles (1,000 kilometers) southwest of Anchorage, Pavlof began erupting on May 13, 2013. The volcano jetted lava into the air and spewed an ash cloud 20,000 feet (6,000 meters) high. When photograph ISS036-E-2105 (top) was taken, the space station was about 475 miles south-southeast of the volcano (49.1° North latitude, 157.4° West longitude). The volcanic plume extended southeastward over the North Pacific Ocean. Image Credit: NASA |
Founding Fathers Quote
Courage, then, my countrymen, our contest is not only whether we ourselves shall be free, but whether there shall be left to mankind an asylum on earth for civil and religious liberty.Samuel Adams
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Press Release: Mursau Secures Funding for Oconto County D.A.
Madison … Representative
Jeff Mursau (R–Crivitz) has
secured funding for an additional half time Assistant District Attorney for
Oconto County. Mursau sent a letter detailing Oconto County’s needs and
available funding options to the Joint Finance Committee on May 13th. Mursau’s request was made pursuant to his
discussions with Oconto County board members last October.
“Oconto
County’s District Attorney and his staff are stretched thin to properly
prosecute cases,” Mursau said. “Oconto County officials and I are working
together to ensure we have the prosecutors necessary to handle our rising
caseload, including a rise in heroine abuse.”
Oconto County is the only county in Wisconsin with
more judges (2) than prosecutors (1.5 FTE). Oconto County is 68th out of 71 counties providing prosecutors on
a per capital basis.
“Oconto
County victims, courts and law enforcement deserve the resources to provide
timely and effective justice,” Mursau said. “I am pleased the Joint Finance
Committee agrees with me that the State can and will provide full support Oconto
County’s citizens and justice system.”
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USS Tortuga Arrives in Indonesia for Exercise CARAT '13
USS Tortuga Arrives in Indonesia for Exercise CARAT '13
By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amanda S. Kitchner
By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Amanda S. Kitchner
JAKARTA, Indonesia (NNS) -- JAKARTA, Indonesia - The forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) arrived in Jakarta today, marking the beginning of exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training 2013 (CARAT '13), May 21.
CARAT is a series of bilateral exercises held annually in Southeast Asia to strengthen relationships between the United States and partner nations. The exercise serves as a model of how the navies can cooperate and work together to address shared security concerns.
"The U.S. and Indonesia have a working relationship that is continuing to grow stronger with common shared goals," said Cmdr. John Barnett, Commanding Officer, USS Tortuga. "We share democratic and seafaring traditions as well as a mutual desire to maintain stability in this region."
The exercise will be comprised of a series of events directed to strengthening both navies' ability to respond to humanitarian and disaster assistance events, maintain maritime security, and improving communications procedures.
"CARAT increases our interoperability during humanitarian operations," said Cmdr. Doug Patterson, Executive Officer, USS Tortuga. "That continued development is paramount, given the collaborative efforts our navies have provided during major humanitarian assistance operations in recent years."
During the exercise, Sailors and embarked personnel will be afforded opportunities to explore the rich culture and heritage of Indonesia as well as interact directly with their Indonesian military counterparts.
"It's always important to be able to share our knowledge with our Indonesian partners and receive their expertise in return," said Barnett. "It allows us to grow stronger in our abilities to maintain security and provide assistance when needed."
The exercise will begin with an opening ceremony at Hall YosSoedarso, Western Fleet Command headquarters where members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and members of the Indonesian military will attend.
"CARAT is a great opportunity for us to serve as goodwill ambassadors of the U.S. promoting peace and stability," said Patterson. "As well as demonstrating our commitment to regional partnerships and maintaining a strong working relationship with our Indonesian friends."
For more information, visit www.navy.mil, www.facebook.com/usnavy, or www.twitter.com/usnavy.
For more news from Commander, Amphibious Force, U.S. 7th Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/ctf76/.
CARAT is a series of bilateral exercises held annually in Southeast Asia to strengthen relationships between the United States and partner nations. The exercise serves as a model of how the navies can cooperate and work together to address shared security concerns.
"The U.S. and Indonesia have a working relationship that is continuing to grow stronger with common shared goals," said Cmdr. John Barnett, Commanding Officer, USS Tortuga. "We share democratic and seafaring traditions as well as a mutual desire to maintain stability in this region."
The exercise will be comprised of a series of events directed to strengthening both navies' ability to respond to humanitarian and disaster assistance events, maintain maritime security, and improving communications procedures.
"CARAT increases our interoperability during humanitarian operations," said Cmdr. Doug Patterson, Executive Officer, USS Tortuga. "That continued development is paramount, given the collaborative efforts our navies have provided during major humanitarian assistance operations in recent years."
During the exercise, Sailors and embarked personnel will be afforded opportunities to explore the rich culture and heritage of Indonesia as well as interact directly with their Indonesian military counterparts.
"It's always important to be able to share our knowledge with our Indonesian partners and receive their expertise in return," said Barnett. "It allows us to grow stronger in our abilities to maintain security and provide assistance when needed."
The exercise will begin with an opening ceremony at Hall YosSoedarso, Western Fleet Command headquarters where members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and members of the Indonesian military will attend.
"CARAT is a great opportunity for us to serve as goodwill ambassadors of the U.S. promoting peace and stability," said Patterson. "As well as demonstrating our commitment to regional partnerships and maintaining a strong working relationship with our Indonesian friends."
For more information, visit www.navy.mil, www.facebook.com/usnavy, or www.twitter.com/usnavy.
For more news from Commander, Amphibious Force, U.S. 7th Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/ctf76/.
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