A number of Okotoks seniors can rest easier knowing they have an added layer of protection against fire hazards.

Alberta Seniors Minister Jeff Johnson visited Sandstone Lodge on Feb. 27, and informed the residents the provincial government is providing $500,000 for a sprinkler retrofit for the 25-year-old residence, which was constructed before sprinklers in seniors homes were mandatory.

The lodge is run by the Foothills Foundation, and chief administrative officer Lauren Ingalls said installing a sprinkler system was always something it had hoped for, but knew it wouldnt be able to do it alone.

As far as being able to financially afford it, half a million dollars... we would have been saving for a significant number of years before being able to accommodate that, she said. This increases, from our staffs perception, our level of safety It's just an added layer of protection.

The facility currently has sprinklers in the kitchen and in the basement, but the retrofit will see sprinklers installed in each residents room.

Thats good news for residents Doris Knight and Mae Taylor, who said theyve always felt safe in the lodge since they practice fire drills every month, but are looking forward to increased safety.

Were close to the door, all I have to do is take a few steps and I'm out the door, Knight said.

Taylor agreed.

But I think it's a good idea, just makes you feel a little bit more secure, she added.

The funding is part of an $80-million commitment the government made last October to upgrade sprinkler systems in a number of facilities throughout the province. The lodges with the potential highest risk are being done first, and Sandstone was near the top of the list due to its rural setting and low staff numbers.

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The National School Safety and Security Services looked at 812 school threats throughout the country from Aug. 1 to Dec. 31, 2014. Its report, released this month, reveals that threats made against schools rose about 158 percent from a year ago.

Michigan was among the top 10 states in the country receiving threats, with Ohio ranking No. 1.

Rockford High School and Coopersville Area Public Schools were recent targets of threats. Rockfords threat was deemed not credible. Police determined the Coopersville incident as a swatting hoax in which a caller claims an incident is going on or will happen, just to have police S.W.A.T. (special weapons and tactics) teams respond.

The report clarifies what most parents and school officials have known for quite some time, which is that the issue of threats, in particular, is a growing concern for schools, Spring Lake Public Schools Superintendent Dennis Furton said. No community will be immune from this issue.

The report found that high schools received 70 percent of all school threats, while middle schools and elementary schools received 18 percent and 10 percent, respectively. The top threat made against schools was a bomb, followed by a shooting.

Scott Grimes, assistant superintendent of human services for Grand Haven Area Public Schools, said the report confirms what they know and what they prepare for in every building.

We must remain vigilant about preparing for these types of events to ensure student and staff safety is not compromised, he said. The number of threats made by use of social media is very troubling to us, especially those that allow for anonymity, making it very difficult to investigate.

Michigan law requires schools to conduct 10 emergency drills per year that include tornado, fire and lock-down practices.

In addition, our local first responders utilize our school sites for after-hours training specific to situations that could occur in a crisis, Grimes said. This training often times includes staff and, in some cases, students.

Local schools also have plans in place in the event there is a threat, including emergency response plans outlining the steps that would be taken by staff members. For example, if a bomb threat is made, a checklist is given to guide school staff through collecting information from the caller, Grimes said.

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Over the past few decades there have been countless films telling the stories of sporting underdogs triumphing against all the odds, whether they be about football, baseball, or more notably boxing, and because of its ever-increasing popularity there have been quite a few films focusing on mixed martial arts.

Tapped Out is one of the most recent offerings from this ever-growing genre. Released last September by Solo Media Films and directed by Allan Ungar, the film stars Cody Hackman as Michael Shaw. As a twelve year old Shaw was a promising karate fighter who witnessed the brutal murder of his parents during a car-jacking, his one abiding memory of that night being that distinctive tattoo he saw on the neck of one of the murderers.

Seven years later and Shaws life has gone a little astray. Now living with his grandfather hes repeating his final high school year and is in almost constant trouble with the police and his teachers, but when his school principal and his grandfather come up with a way he can serve his community service hours his begins to change.

Shaw returns to the karate dojo where he used to train and meets Reggie Munroe, and even though he isnt exactly enthralled with the menial tasks Munroe gives to him he soon renews his interest in his training, as well as beginning a relationship with Munroes niece Jen.

But when Jen takes Shaw to a small-time cage fighting show he finds discovers that the promoters most prized fighter, Dominic Gray, is the man who killed his parents years before. Thus begins Shaws journey for redemption as it were, as he sets out to avenge the death of his parents.

Its the kind of story thats been seen countless times before over the years, and if truth be known when I read the publicity sheet I was sent with this DVD I thought the plot sounded kind of corny, but in the end cast and crew just about pull it off.

While Hackmans performance wont go down as one of the best in the history of film he does quite well as the kid with a massive chip on his shoulder who finds solace when he returns to his old stomping ground. Michael Biehn, he of Aliens and The Terminator, seems well cast as Munroe, the somewhat grizzled former serviceman and karate instructor who takes Shaw under his wing and eventually agrees to help train Shaw for his cage fighting career.

Most fans will probably be drawn by the various figures from the MMA world that play various parts in this film. Krystof Soszynski, as Dominic Gray, is a little one-dimension, but then again his main role in this film is to kill a couple of people and to look unbeatable while beating a few others up, while Anderson Silva and Lyoto Machida play it for laughs a little when Munroe sends Shaw to them for a little ground fighting training.

Overall though Tapped Out isnt too bad. It doesnt overly tax the mind as far as the plot goes, and if youre not looking for a film with award-winning performances then this is a fun couple of hours, and thats why Im giving this film the thumbs up.

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Dayton, Oregon (PRWEB) February 28, 2015

Whats better than Brunch? This is what Mary and Chris Czarnecki, the owners of The Barlow Room Restaurant and Bar, asked themselves when deciding on the new offering for their family business. Starting March 1st, guests will be able to dig in to a new Sunday Brunch Menu while enjoying a stunning view of early spring flowers and budding trees through The Barlow Rooms large picture windows overlooking Daytons Courthouse Square Park.

In addition to launching the new Sunday Brunch menu and service, The Barlow Room will be adjusting their opening hours to better serve both the local community and Willamette Valley visitors:

The Czarnecki Family remains committed to sourcing meat and produce from the surrounding Yamhill Valley and are excited to offer new, creative brunch items focused on local flavors.

My crew and I have been hard at work developing a menu that has a great balance of traditional favorites and new flavors, says Executive Chef/Owner Christopher Czarnecki. We are so lucky to have the bounty of Oregons Willamette Valley wine country at our doorstep and we will be incorporating lots of fresh, local ingredients.

Guests will be able to view the final Sunday Brunch Menu at The Barlow Rooms website (http://www.thebarlowroom.com) and guests can also expect to be greeted with Weekly Specials depending on seasonal products throughout the spring. Reservations are optional but encouraged, and guests can reserve their seat by visiting the website or calling The Barlow Room at 503-714-4328.

About The Barlow Room, Restaurant and Bar

The Barlow Room, located on a historic block across the street from Dayton's Courthouse Square Park near the junction with SE Dayton-Salem Highway 221, features exposed brick walls, historic photos, and giant picture-window views of the park. Featuring a mix of new materials and vintage finds, The Barlow Room is a family-friendly space with a historic sensibility, vintage-inspired light fixtures, and freshly painted interior and exterior.

The restaurant offers a mix of dining options, including artisanal wood tables, cozy banquet seating, an antique communal table, and comfortable leather-seated wooden booths. A handsome, 1920s mahogany bar faces the dining room creating an inviting setting to enjoy a cocktail like the Dayton Tea, a cold beer or cider on draught, or one of the food-friendly wines.

Major credit cards are accepted and takeout is also available. For more information, please call 503-714-4328 or visit http://www.thebarlowroom.com. Gift Certificates and Off-site Catering Services are available.

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