Stanford charged in $7 billion Ponzi scheme Jun 20, 2009
Houston U.S. Attorney Tim Johnson said Stanford bank clients aren't likely to recover all of the billions they invested. A court-appointed receiver has frozen approximately $300 million in company assets so far, Johnson and other federal investigators said. (USA Today -- Money)
Billionaire Stanford jailed in alleged $7B fraud Jun 20, 2009
Tim Johnson, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, far left, huddles with Assistant Attorney General Lanny Breuer, center. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
School support group launches fund drive Jun 18, 2009
Communities in Schools of Georgia will match any $1,000 donation given by one person, according to Tim Johnson, executive director of Family Connection/Communities in Schools. The nonprofit advocated for opening a nontraditional public high school in Athens and has been instrumental in starting such programs as graduation coaching, a homeless education program and a child advocacy center that works on behalf of abused children. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Federal incentives may spur use of Black Hills National Forest waste for energy Jun 18, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., also supports including biomass from national forests for renewable fuels incentives. Some environmental groups oppose the use of forest products for any commercial use. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Eleanor Johnson Jun 16, 2009
Eleanor is preceded in death by her parents, Hans and Anna Andresen; her husband, Harold; son, Robert; daughter-in-law, Delores Johnson; grandsons, Tim Johnson and Mark Johnson; granddaughter, Cleo Johnson; son-in-law, John Brieland and one great-granddaughter, Sarah Elizabeth Katherine Johnson who died soon after birth. She is survived by her children, Richard (Doreen) Johnson of Westby, Mont. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Photos: Sixmile Fest Jun 16, 2009
Tim Johnson maneuvers in the rapids of Sixmile Creek. Whitewater kayakers and others gathered on the Kenai Peninsula for Sixmile Fest on Saturday, June 6, 2009. (Anchorage Daily News)
Project back on track, but alliance must put up millions Jun 16, 2009
Tim Johnson agreed the news is welcomed. Today s news represents a very positive and long overdue development for the FutureGen project. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
USDA to hold session on livestock ID program Jun 6, 2009
Tim Johnson and John Thune and Rep. Stephanie Herseth with comments about the animal identification program. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Rep. Johnson urges Obama to act on FutureGen Jun 6, 2009
Johnson urges Obama to act on FutureGen. TODAY'S HEADLINES SPECIAL SECTION ONLINE POLL. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
MERCER: Herseth Sandlin could make history8:28 pm | (No comments posted.) Jun 6, 2009
Tim Johnson, has been seeking to succeed Jackley since the election of Democratic President Barack Obama. While the Obama administration has made its other federal appointments, there has been no word yet on U.S. attorney or where Brendan Johnsons application stands. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Congressman wants Obama decision on FutureGen project Jun 6, 2009
Tim Johnson is calling for the Obama administration to fund the FutureGen clean coal demonstration plant. In a Friday letter to President Obama, the Urbana Republican urges the president not to wait any longer on a decision about the plant planned for Mattoon. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Man Pleads Guilty To North County Bank Robberies Jun 5, 2009
A bank bag with $1,101 in cash, a loaded semiautomatic handgun, baseball caps, sunglasses and folders were found during a search of the defendant's vehicle, San Diego police Detective Tim Johnson testified at an April 23 preliminary hearing. The license plates on Lavalle's Honda were covered with paper to make them look like dealer plates, Johnson said. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Johnson to allow labor vote Jun 5, 2009
Tim Johnson says he will vote to bring the Employee Free Choice Act to the Senate floor for debate. Business groups have lobbied strenuously against the measure. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Puttn event held in spite of storms Jun 4, 2009
With a low score of 36, The Entertainers Chuck Betts, the Rev. Paul Connolly, Ed McGreevey and Tim Johnson walked away with the 200 foursome prize ... The Entertainers (Chuck Betts, Ed McGreevey, the Rev. Paul Paul Connolly, Tim Johnson), 36. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Local forum hoping to improve immigration reform Jun 2, 2009
Debbie Halvorson, a Crete Democrat, and Tim Johnson, an Urbana Republican, to encourage reform. Speaking at Mount Moriah Christian Church at the former Bloomington Junior High School, Santana said the current system often divides parents from their children. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Effort looks to expand use of satellite images May 31, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., and Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, D-S.D., would create a grant program to help the distribution and use of non-classified satellite images through the existing program. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Austin High senior drowns one day before graduation May 31, 2009
He was that bright, one of our bright shining stars, said Tim Johnson, Garay s Physics teacher. Johnson taught Garay A.P. Physics, one of the many A.P. classes the 4. (KHOU.com, TX)
Graduates Honor Drowned Classmate May 31, 2009
"He was an outstanding student and he never showed off his knowledge, he shared it. It's a big loss for the school, the community and for his family," physics teacher Tim Johnson said. Garay had a full scholarship to the University of Houston where he wanted to study engineering. (Click2Houston, TX)
Hindering wind power8:55 pm | (No comments posted.) May 30, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., told reporters that he is pushing legislation that would A) reform the process for siting interstate electricity lines to reduce the likelihood that lines crossing several states are hampered by delays; and B) direct federal energy regulators to develop rules to ensure each region of the country is paying its share of the costs to build interstate lines. At present, residents of the East and South are not paying their fair share to have wind-generated energy delivered to... (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
State Awards Contract for New Bridge May 30, 2009
"Replacement of the existing bridge furthers the Department's goal of making the transportation network safer on NC 22/24/27, which carries over 9,000 vehicles per day in the McLendon's Creek area," said Division Eight Engineer Tim Johnson, who will oversee the project, according to the release. Comments. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Depot backers offer thanks for DC help May 29, 2009
Tim Johnson acknowledged the local heroes Thursday who saved the Illinois Central Railroad Depot from becoming history. In town to receive thanks for his support and a tour of the restoration site, Johnson said the renovation would not have been possible without the widespread local support for the effort. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Concerns over animal ID program to be heard May 29, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., and John Thune, R-S.D., and Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, D-S.D.. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Woman Files Fake Hurricane Claims May 29, 2009
Phyllis Ann Taylor's sentence is one of the longest imposed nationwide related to fraudulent claims for hurricane assistance, acting U.S. Attorney Tim Johnson said Wednesday. U.S. District Judge David Hittner sentenced Taylor to 33 months for mail fraud and 24 months for aggravated identity theft. (Click2Houston, TX)
Delegations react to nomination9:36 am | (No comments posted.) May 28, 2009
Tim Johnson: Judge Sotomayor has a distinguished record. She has twice received the strong, bipartisan support of the Senate: first when she was appointed to the District Court by President George H. W. Bush and later when nominated to the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in 1998. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Feds: Firefighter arrested as part of Fort Bend County steroid raid May 28, 2009
"I feel like we have made a pretty big footprint here today and left a imprint that will be felt for sometime in Fort Bend County," said Tim Johnson, Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas. Investigators say the suspects were distributing anabolic steroids, human growth hormones, ecstasy, vicodin, xanax, codeine syrup and Viagra. (KHOU.com, TX)
New Camp Rapid HQ to reflect Guard's 'upscale' rise in quality May 27, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009. Camp Rapid is getting a 29 million face-lift. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
State chamber organizes seminars on card check bill May 26, 2009
Tim Johnson to vote against the bill. Johnson has not said how he will vote on the Employee Free Choice Act. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Delegation comments on busy D.C. week9:12 am | (No comments posted.) May 26, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D. , introduced a bipartisan bill that would increase rural, elderly and disabled transit funding in rural states and expressed worry that the credit-card reform legislation, which he voted against, could cost thousands of jobs in South Dakota. It is guesswork, said the senator in a conference call with reporters this week. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Guard to add $29M facility May 25, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., U.S. Rep. Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, D-S.D., Rapid City Mayor Alan Hanks and Guard Adjutant General Maj. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
$1.65M FAA grant to fund airport vault May 24, 2009
65M FAA grant to fund airport vault. Sunday, May 24, 2009. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Livestock Marketing Fairness Act introduced in Senate (5) May 24, 2009
Byron Dorgan, D-N.D., Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, and Tim Johnson, D-S.D.. The act would amend the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921 to end certain anti-competitive forward marketing contacts and ensure that producers have full access to the marketplace, according to supporters, including the Dakota Resource Council and. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Toros return to Hi Corbett Field May 23, 2009
Their manager is Tim Johnson, who has his own back story. Johnson managed the Toronto Blue Jays to an 88-74 record in 1998 but was fired the following spring after admitting that he had lied about his military service in Vietnam. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Cain & Abels restaurateurs taking similar concept lakeside May 23, 2009
Hula Hut Manager Tim Johnson said the 16-year-old restaurant is performing well. While Hula Hut does not disclose sales, some restaurant industry experts estimate annual revenue to be about $7 million a year. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
5/22/2009, 8:40pm Really? An airport? May 23, 2009
Serving the Glacial Lakes Region of South Dakota and Minnesota since 1887. Published: Friday, May 22, 2009 8:40 PM CDT Madison Daily Leader. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Johnson nominates five to FSA committee May 22, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., has nominated Gary Duffy of Oldham to take a seat on the state committee for the Farm Service Agency, one of five committee recommendations that Johnson made to Agricultural Secretary Tom Vilsack on Thursday. Johnson nominated Duffy, Craig Severtson of Flandreau, Jim Burg of Wessington Springs, Larry Birgen of Beresford and Joyce Jobgen of Scenic. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Sens. Johnson, Enzi back bill aimed at packer practices May 22, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., Mike Enzi, R-Wyo. Byron Dorgan, D-N.D., and Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, introduced a bill Wednesday that they say would stop years of unfair meat packer practices that hurt ranchers and farmers. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Bye, bye plastic perks, low rates Obama expected to sign credit card reform bill Friday May 22, 2009
Tim Johnson - were from South Dakota, where thousands of jobs depend on the industry. Thune estimated up to 5,000 workers in the state would lose their jobs as a result of the changes. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Schools forced to lay off 17 May 21, 2009
They are, in order of eligibility for rehire: Allison Jones, Lynn Hostetter, Debbie Hodgkiss and Tim Johnson. Classified staff that received reduction in force notices include Marjorie Woodford, Karen Ness, Susan Nehrbass and Cody Davidson. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Thune: Reform bill goes too far May 21, 2009
Tim Johnson were among only five senators who voted no Tuesday when the Senate passed a bill to enact sweeping new restrictions on the credit card industry. Thune and Johnson said rules proposed last fall were preferable to the legislation. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Sen. Reid flubs 3 subjects at news conference May 21, 2009
Tim Johnson after the Democrat suffered a life-threatening brain hemorrhage in December 2006, threatening his party's incoming one-seat majority. In May 2008, after Johnson had returned to the Senate needing a wheelchair, Reid revealed the rest of the picture. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Nostalgia, bragging rights inspire first-night moviegoers May 21, 2009
Tim Johnson said he was 3 when his parents took him to see the original "Star Wars" that premiered 22 years ago. "They thought it wouldn't be a bad movie. Everybody keeps their clothes on," he said. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Congress votes to allow guns in national parks May 21, 2009
John Thune and Tim Johnson last year were among 47 senators who asked then-Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to relax existing firearms restrictions in national parks and wildlife refuges. The Bush administration changed the rules, which took effect this past January, but a federal judge in March overturned the change. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Does a new airport at Rosebud help with economic recovery? May 20, 2009
Madison Daily Leader - Does a new airport at Rosebud help with economic recovery. Wednesday 20 May, 2009. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Senate OKs credit card overhaul May 20, 2009
Voting against the Senate measure were Republican Senators Lamar Alexander of Tennessee, Robert Bennett of Utah, Jon Kyl of Arizona, and John Thune of South Dakota, as well as Democratic Senator Tim Johnson of South Dakota. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Johnson, Thune two of five in Senate to vote against credit card limit bill May 20, 2009
South Dakota's U.S. senators, Republican John Thune and Democrat Tim Johnson, were among only five senators who voted against a bill that would ban arbitrary rate hikes and excessive fees charged by credit card companies. The measure passed 90-5 Tuesday afternoon. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Senate passes credit card reform bill May 20, 2009
Tim Johnson of South Dakota. But other senators didnt want to face voters in the 2010 election without proof that they are listening to constituents crushed by foreclosure rates and joblessness. (MSNBC -- Business)
National Cemetery to build facility for cremains May 19, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009. A new facility to be built this year at Black Hills National Cemetery will provide above-ground space for up to 4,800 sets of cremains. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Delegation presses Vilsack for program rules May 17, 2009
John Thune and Tim Johnson said in a joint letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack that South Dakota farmers and ranchers sustained livestock losses of 15 to 20 percent this spring, primarily from blizzards. The Livestock Indemnity Program would compensate producers for part of their documented loss. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Girl Scouts honor role models May 17, 2009
Tim Johnson to become South Dakota's USDA director of Rural Development. She has achieved two other rare honors: In 1994, she was named one of MS Magazine's "Women of the Year," and in 1998, she was selected as the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Navy presents award to Johnson May 15, 2009
Tim Johnson, D-S.D., its highest award for public service. Navy officials said Wednesday they presented Johnson the Distinguished Public Service Award earlier that day in his Washington, D.C. office. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Rapper Charged In Wire Fraud Scam May 15, 2009
Acting U.S. Attorney Tim Johnson said William James Dennis, 42, who goes by the name Willie D, posed as an electronics salesman and used eBay to establish credibility with international buyers. Dennis was selling Apple iPhones through a company known as Texas One Wireless, Johnson said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Surf and turf in Cardiff May 14, 2009
Popular rolls created by sushi Chef Tim Johnson and his team include "The Salba-Core" (spicy crab, fresh asparagus, Asian pear, cucumber and daikon sprouts topped with seared albacore, avocado and an Asian vinaigrette; 19), Wind-N-Sea (freshwater eel, tempura banana, avocado, cucumber and sweet eel sauce; 17) and TDF (shrimp tempura, spicy crab, cucumber and avocado topped with spicy tuna and a sweet pepper sauce; 19). Happy hour is popular at Zenbu and is held all night Sunday and Monday, from... (North County Times)
CNN's Gupta Said No To Obama, Chases Flu May 13, 2009
Gupta, who performs surgery at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, said he learned a valuable lesson early in his CNN career from Dr. Tim Johnson, veteran ABC News medical correspondent. Johnson told him to talk to the camera as if it were a patient. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Online Casino Makes European Player a Multi-Millionaire! May 12, 2009
Belle Rock Entertainment's Chairman Tim Johnson had this to say about Georgios M's amazing win, "We at Belle Rock Entertainment take the utmost pleasure in seeing our players win life-changing jackpots. It is an amazing accomplishment that for a single bet of EUR5 a valued long time River Belle player walked away with one of the largest online jackpots ever won. Well done and enjoy your winnings Georgios.". Online casino players interested in playing and winning on any River Belle Progressive... (PR Newswire)
Gupta turns down Obama, on top of flu story May 11, 2009
Dr. Sanjay Gupta, who performs surgery at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, said he learned a valuable lesson early in his CNN career from Dr. Tim Johnson, veteran ABC News medical correspondent ... Gupta, who performs surgery at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, said he learned a valuable lesson early in his CNN career from Dr. Tim Johnson, veteran ABC News medical correspondent. (Athens Banner-Herald)
City requests Johnson's support for SD-34 project May 9, 2009
Tim Johnson requesting federal financial support for upgrading SD-34 between Madison and I-29 into a four-lane, divided highway during its meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday at City Hall. In the letter, the city requested $23. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Siblings Accused Of Adult Diaper Fraud May 8, 2009
Acting U.S. Attorney Tim Johnson said Benjamin Essien, 32, and Rose Essien, 28, were indicted on charges of conspiracy, multiple counts of health care fraud and aggravated identity theft. The indictment alleges that between April 2004 and April 2006, the brother and sister routinely billed Medicaid for supplies they did not deliver to the Medicaid beneficiaries or delivered fewer supplies than for what was billed. (Click2Houston, TX)
Readers write May 7, 2009
By Elizabeth Price, Josh Hamilton, Mike Canfield, Tim Johnson, Joan Nelson Hood, Harris Green ... Tim Johnson, Decatur. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Hospital Employee Accused Of Identity Theft May 5, 2009
Acting U.S. Attorney Tim Johnson said 29-year-old Nakeshia Brown used her position as a patient care assistant at Memorial Hermann Hospital to steal personal information and then used it to apply for credit cards. Brown has been accused of applying for a credit card on March 15 with the personal information of a patient who died on Feb. 26. (Click2Houston, TX)
the credit card industry May 5, 2009
Tim Johnson, a low-profile, South Dakota lawmaker, is one of a handful of Democrats at the center of a banking industry lobbying blitz this week aimed at strangling a bill in the Senate that would impose tougher credit card lending rules. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev. (Roll Call)
DEATHS FOR SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2009 (26) May 3, 2009
Also, grateful thanks to Bonnie Garner, Valarie and Tim Johnson, and Nelda Phillips who gave of themselves to care for Audrey so Alta could care for Ashley. Because we pray for a cure, memorials may be made to the Amyloidosis Foundation Inc., 7151 N. Main St., Suite 208, Clarkston, Mich. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Late TV Listings May 3, 2009
Guests: Senator Pat Leahy of Vermont; Representative Eric Cantor of Virgina; Mitt Romney, former Massachusetts governor and presidential candidate; Dr. Tim Johnson, medical editor, ABC News; Kathleen Sebelius, Health and Human Services secretary; Janet Napolitano, Homeland Security secretary; Dr. Richard Besser, acting director, Centers for Disease Control. 9 a.m. (CNN). (Boston Globe)
2008 U.S. Senate Race: Johnson vs. Dykstra (2) May 3, 2009
Tim Johnson Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate. Tim Johnson, S.D. Democratic Candidate for U.S. Senate. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
County meets Tuesday May 2, 2009
Tim Johnson, re; county concerns. -- 10:30 a.m., Deb Blanchette, Relay for Life. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Labor union secret ballot battle could face vote9:42 am | (No comments posted.) May 1, 2009
Serving the Glacial Lakes Region of South Dakota and Minnesota since 1887. Labor union secret ballot battle could face vote. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
