FOOD LION Peanut Product Update

I received this IMPORTANT NOTICE on Feb 14,2009 from FOOD LION.

Dear Valued Customer,

As an MVP card holder and as one of our customers who has indicated
a desire for e-mail messages from us, we are sending you this alert
regarding additional peanut products recalled today by National Raisin,
one of our suppliers. The recall is due to an inspection by the
Texas Department of Health at the Peanut Corporation of America's plant
in Plainview, Texas.

The following Food Lion and Bloom products are being recalled:

PRODUCT UPC/GTIN# Size

Food Lion Raisin and Nut Trail Mix 3582606484 6 oz.

Food Lion Fruit and Nut Trail Mix 3582606485 6 oz.

Food Lion Winter Blend Trail Mix 3582606486 6 oz.

Food Lion Nut Seed Bry Trail Mix 3582606487 6 oz.

Bloom Raisin and Nut Trail Mix 72543992166 6 oz.

Bloom Fruit and Nut Trail Mix 72543992167 6 oz.

Bloom Winter Blend Trail Mix 72543992168 6 oz.

Bloom Nut Seed Bry Trail Mix 72543992169 6 oz.

We are asking consumers to return these items to the store for a full refund.

At this time, a number of products containing peanut butter, peanut paste
or peanuts have been recalled; however, peanut butter sold in jars at our
stores is not affected.

P.S. If you like LANCE products they are not affected by the peanut butter scare. They make their own peanut butter for their products. Enjoy!

Edward West

Afr'Fram Fest, Job Links

The news this past week about Afr'Fram Fest being held on the campus
of Norfolk State University took me by surprise. Apparently, this was
so for many residents of the surrounding communities.

The narrow little streets in our surrounding neighborhoods can barely
accomodate the usual daily traffic. Those of us who have had to move
our vehicles so the school bus drivers can pass through our streets
know that is true.

While most of the residents support Afr'Fram Fest and will probably
attend that event, it is clear the parking and crowd logistics were
not too well thought out, initially.

The problem isn't just the impact that a large crowd and massive
vehicular traffic will have on the communities involved, but on
the downtown and outlying areas as well.

Just imagine the traffic from the major arteries of I-64, I-264,
Princess Anne Rd, Va.Beach Blvd, Brambleton Ave., and Park Ave.
trying to feed traffic to the NSU campus.

I am suggesting that the city block off entrance to the surrounding
communities and issue those residents a FREE windshield sticker that
would allow us entry. Non-residents attending the festival could park
at Harbour Park and other city parking facilities and be bussed in to
NSU Campus a la Park & Ride. This idea,too, will require more thought
and planning.

I am again asking those residents who acquire news of events that affect
our communities to email me at sbccivicleague@gmail.com so that I can
post it on our blog and, or email it.

I would like to thank fellow SBC resident Allison Davis-Tariq for sending
in the following article links from Pilot Online regarding Afr'Fram Fest.

Planned move of Afr'Am Fest to NSU touches off tempest
and
Plans to hold Afr’Am Fest at Norfolk State on hold for now

She opines: "We need to find out how we can get some of our residents on this committee to address our concerns."

You, too, can voice your opinions on this blog, just email them to: sbccivicleague@gmail.com. Your opinions will not be edited so write carefully.

On the economic front it seems more Americans are losing their jobs and
can't find another one.

I have heard on Fox News that the United States Customs and Border Patrol needs to fill 11,000 positions. Some may require relocation, but, you do what you have to do.

In the local area you can check out TopGuard Security Services.
They have openings for armed and unarmed security guards for full-time and part-time positions. Check these leads out or pass them on to someone who can use the information.

Til Next Time, I wish everyone good economic health.

Edward L West Sr.

The U.S. Census Is Hiring Now

Greetings All, and Happy New Year!

Here is some info that may be of interest to everyone.

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting temporary
part-time census takers for the 2010 Census. The
pay is good, the hours are flexible, and the work is
close to home.

Every 10 years, The U.S. Census Bureau conducts
a census of our population. The results help
determine your representation in government, as
well as how federal funds are spent in your
community on things like roads, parks, housing,
schools, and public safety. As a census taker,
you'll play a vital role in making sure that everyone
is included.

Census taker jobs are excellent for retirees,
college students, persons who want to work
part-time, persons who are between jobs, or just
about anyone who wants to earn extra money
while performing an important service for their
community.

Conducting the census is a huge undertaking.
Thousands of census takers are needed
to update address lists and conduct interviews
with community residents. Most positions require a
valid driver's license and use of a vehicle.
However, public transportation may be authorized
in certain areas.

Census takers receive competitive pay on a weekly
basis. In addition, you will be reimbursed for
authorized mileage and related expenses.

Bilingual speakers are encouraged to apply!
All census takers must be able to speak English,
but bilingual skills in English and other languages
are needed in communities that have a large
number of residents who speak a language other
than English. If you have such skills, they encourage
you to apply.

Besides good pay, you'll have flexible hours, paid
training, and the chance to work within your own
community. You'll earn a place in history, as well
as work experience you can add to your resume.

Apply today by contacting your Local Census Office
or by calling 1-866-861-2010!

To get more information and to download the
application and other forms:

Go to the U.S.Census website.

If the above link doesn't work, copy and paste this

http://www.census.gov/2010censusjobs/
index.php

into your browser address bar.


Edward L. West Sr.