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Lost and Found: The Fundamentals of Land Navigation
Ever felt that sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach upon realizing you were lost in the woods? Whether close to home or in unfamiliar terrain, it's an unnerving feeling to discover that you're lost, especially if it's close to dusk. And it can happen to any of us, whether hiking, scouting, birdwatching, shed hunting or any number of activities. Nobody expects to get lost, so every outdoorsman and outdoorswoman should prepare for it. The Union Sportsmen’s Alliance’s (USA) latest SMART Tips & Tricks: Land Navigation YouTube video will help you do just that. Check Out the Video! [...]
Photos of the Week: Local 6010 Endorses Del Toro
I.U.P.A. Local St. Lucie Co. Deputies Assn, #6010 has selected Chief Richard Del Toro as their first ever endorsement for an individual outside of their department in his run to be elected as Sheriff of Saint Lucie County Sheriff’s Office. Chief Richard Del Toro currently serves as Acting Chief of the Port Saint Lucie Police Department. On this, President of I.U.P.A. Local St. Lucie Co. Deputies Assn, #6010, Melvin Goycochea, stated, “As the Executive Board of the St. Lucie County Deputies Association, we are tasked for one thing and one thing only. It is for the members to be heard. The [...]
Photos of the Week: Vero Beach Civilian Gun Safety Class
I.U.P.A. Local Vero Beach Police Officers Association, #6019 members teach civilian gun safety classes every month to members of the public who wish to learn about gun use and safety. Vero Beach Police Department posted about the most recent class on social media, “On Saturday, May 18, 2024, the Vero Beach Police Department conducted their monthly civilian gun safety class at the Vero Beach Police Department Firearms Training Facility.” Each week, the I.U.P.A. Briefing Room features a photo that exemplifies the valuable part of the [...]
I.U.P.A. Local Shreveport Police Union, #275 Birdies and Badges Event
I.U.P.A. Local Shreveport Police Union, #275 held a Birdies and Badges event to raise around $40,000 to fund scholarships for members and to help the SRT Unit with funds for training. I.U.P.A. Local Shreveport Police Union, #275 posted on social media, “We would like to thank Raising Cane's for sponsoring the Birdies and Badges golf scramble tomorrow. They even brought out goodies for officers that are unable to make it tomorrow in honor of Police Week!!” You can watch a video from the event here where they announce a winner! They also posted, “The inaugural Birdies and Badges Golf Scramble was [...]
Putting People First: A Spotlight on Claims Specialists Emily Caputo and Nataliia Melko
Ullico is highlighting the contributions of Emily Caputo and Nataliia Melko, two of the impressive women within the Ullico Casualty Group, LLC’s (UCG’s) Professional Liability Claims Department. Led by Assistant Vice President, Laverne Wingfield, the claims department works with insureds and attorneys to process fiduciary, union, and non-profit labor and management liability insurance claims. While other insurance providers may use general claims adjusters for these products, UCG’s claims professionals specialize in professional liability for union leaders and multi-employer benefit funds. Both recently promoted to the level of Senior Claims Counsel, Caputo and Melko are two such individuals. [...]
Photos of the Week: New Mexico Officers Supporting Special Olympics
I.U.P.A. Local Roswell Police Officer Association, #520 Members participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics! Roswell Police Department posted the below photos on social media, “Members of RPD, RFD, and the local N.M. Adult Probation and Parole Office had a great time supporting Special Olympics by participating in Tuesday's (May 21) Law Enforcement Torch Run. The run took the participants, which also included some Special Olympics athletes, north on Main Street from Brasher Road to the county courthouse downtown. The New Mexico Special Olympics State Summer Games will take place in Albuquerque May 31-June 2.” [...]
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Negotiations Update: I.U.P.A. Local Lake County Police Association, #72
I.U.P.A. Local Lake County Police Association, #72 has ratified a new three-year contract retroactive to the beginning of 2024! Executive Board leaders, President Dave Murchek, and First Vice President Larry Obregon began negotiation talks last May of 2023 with members of the Lake County Council negotiating team. Negotiations became quite contentious when the Council asked Local 72 to give up overtime and reduce vacations as well as require pension contribution reductions. In exchange, the County offered only 1% to 2% raises over three years. An agreement could not be reached by the end of 2023 and Local 72 members continued working [...]
The Real Difference Between “Waterproof” and “Water-Resistant” Hearing Aids
Hearing aids, like most electronic devices, are sensitive to moisture. Water, sweat, and other liquids can cause corrosion, circuit problems, and distortion in the sound quality if they get into the hearing aid casing. This can be a major concern for people who live in humid climates, spend a lot of time around water, or simply have healthy perspiration. No one wants to lose their investment in hearing aids over a few drops of water. That’s why the hearing aid industry has worked throughout the years to continually improve the water resistance of their hearing aids. However, [...]
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