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Gates against the complex

The issue: Thankfully, our defense secretary is willing to stand up to the military-industrial machine and argue against wasteful spending Ever since President EisenhowerÕs farewell warning about the unaccountable Òmilitary-industrial complex,Ó America has been caught in a web of extravagant spending, woven by defense contractors, lobbyists, retired generals and legislators seeking to protect jobs and … Continue Reading

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Regulation, no longer a dirty word, is the future

The issue: Having gotten us into this mess, U.S. financial institutions should be consulted on this proposed new regulatory system The Obama administration proposes to vastly expand federal oversight of the U.S. financial system. There is broad agreement that a new, more powerful regulatory framework is needed. For the moment Ñ at least, until the … Continue Reading

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Dentist helps kids one smile at a time

Dr. Richard Kennedy, a Davis dentist, is offering discounted teeth whitening services through June, with proceeds going to support children in need through the Smiles for Life campaign. ÒThe professional tooth whitening procedure is painless and only requires a few minutes in the dental chair,Ó Kennedy said in a news release. ÒPatients can have whiter … Continue Reading

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Hargadon is named educational leader

Andrew Hargadon, associate professor at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management, is among the 2009 winners of the Olympus Innovation Awards. The awards were announced last week by Olympus, a precision technology leader creating innovative opto-digital solutions in healthcare. The awards program is run in partnership with the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance. … Continue Reading

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Driven to success

Enterprise photo Honda executives pose for a photo March 20 after presenting the companyÕs 2008 PresidentÕs Award to University Honda in Davis. The award goes to top ranking Honda dealerships across the country and recognizes excellence in all areas of operation Ñ customer service, sales, training and facility operation. This is the first time University … Continue Reading

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Gourmet food consultant gets taste of success

Tastefully Simple consultant Allison Wren of Dixon recently received two awards Ñ Top Recruiter in Location and Top Sales Achiever in Location. The honors were presented at the gourmet food companyÕs Tastefully Simple On Tour event in Sacramento. Wren was recognized for her success, participated in trainings and attended the unveiling of Tastefully SimpleÕs new … Continue Reading

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UC team wins Circle of Life award from rice commission

Special to The Enterprise A nine-member University of California Cooperative Extension team recently won the annual Circle of Life award from the California Rice Commission for two decades of dedication, commitment and accomplishments to the rice industry. The commission annually recognizes a Òpartner that exemplifies the values of our industry, and we honor them with … Continue Reading

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