Julia K Cole

After Beau's legal team received two hearing dates, we thought Beau had a good chance, but once again the powers that be have pulled a fast one! At Tuesday's Board of Aldermen meeting in Dyersburg, TN Beau was discussed. A city attorney would NOT confirm the ordinance was legal and basically the aldermen were told no one wanted Beau dead. The next day, a motion was filed to vacate the stay of execution by the ci Click Here to Read Entire Story

Did you know that October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month? Okay, maybe you knew about this, but I didn't.  Then again, October seems to be a busy month for Awareness campaigns.   At any rate... Seeing how   National Cyber Security Awareness Month is now drawing to an end, just keep in mind that it  does not mean the dangers are going away until next year.  The dangers are out there every day people!  So what can you do about it?  Take a little time to learn about the issues. You don’t have to be a “techie” to learn about current scams, dangers to your children, securing your computer, etc.  Here is a good, easy to follow website that will help you learn about all of these risks AND what to do  about them: http://www.onguardonline.gov It helps you find the answers for questions like:  How do I know if I have been hacked?  Why shouldn’t I use the coffee shop Wi-Fi to access my bank or pay my bills?  How can ...

Recent hacks involving several high-profile social networking accounts once again highlight the potential  vulnerability of social media. The sheer volume of users and the information that gets posted on social media  sites create plenty of opportunity for an attacker to use social engineering or other methods to gain access to  the accounts of individuals and organizations. The more information you post, the more your security and  privacy are at risk.  What Precautions Should I Take on Social Networking Sites?  Below are some helpful tips regarding security and privacy while using social networking sites:   Ensure that any computer you use to connect to a social media site has proper security measures in  place. Use and maintain anti-virus software, anti-spyware software, and a firewall and keep these  applications and operating system patched and up-to-date.   Be cautious when clicking on links. If a link seems suspicious, o...

With much of the East Coast now buried in snow, you may be wondering how outdoor cats are surviving. In fact, even though stray and feral cats are at home outside, they can always use some extra help in cold or severe weather. Here’s what you can do to help them stay safe, warm and healthy during the winter months. Car Safety:   Before starting your car, give the hood a tap and check between the tires — cats will sometimes crawl into the engine or hide underneath the car for warmth. This is also the time of year for antifreeze, which often tastes irresistible to cats and other animals, but is toxic and deadly. Keep it out of reach and clean up any spills! Shelter:  Keep your feral cat colonies comfortable this winter by providing them with a shelter.  Dog houses can also do the trick with a few modifications. Whether you’re buying or building, make sure the door is no bigger than 6-8″ wide to keep out other animals. If you’re modifying a dog house, you’ll need t...

There are many  Halloween pet safety hazards  related to this October holiday -- some are well-known (the dangers of  chocolate toxicity ), and some aren't . Learn what to be aware of to protect your pet and stay safe this year! Things to Watch For on Halloween Halloween is a fun time for kids and many adults, but can be a frightening and stressful time for your pets. As a pet owner, you know your pet best, but here are some points to consider for your pet's safety. Continual doorbell ringing and people at the door  (in costume, no less!) can be stressful for a pet. Some pets may experience stress-related diarrhea or potentially injure themselves if crated or otherwise contained. Keep your pet in a quiet and safe place on Halloween. Strangers in costume  - some animals may become unexpectedly aggressive or fearful, even normally friendly pets. Candles and Jack-O'-Lanterns  within a pet's range are a fire hazard. Wagging tails and ...

There's a shooter in your building or on Campus.  What do you do?   How do you survive?  What steps do you take to get away? Homeland Security has put together a booklet outlining what to do when there's a shooter in your building and/or campus.    You can find it by clicking HERE   Or Just Copy & Paste The URL below: http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/active_shooter_booklet.pdf Please Share this Information  on ALL your Social Networks! And with EVERYONE You Know!

Here is the link for the  Humane Society's Hot Car Flyer  (it's in PDF form) http://www.humanesociety.org/assets/pdfs/pets/hot_car_flyer.pdf PLEASE SHARE THIS  ON  YOUR SOCIAL NETWORKS! Some pics you can share on Face Book and other Social Networks!

Here's a helpful checklist for pet owners to reduce the chances of their pets running away during the loud festivities. Check out the tips below: • Keep your pet secured indoors in the quietest room of your home while fireworks are being set off. You can also use soothing music or television as a distraction. Some pets will stay calmer when placed in a secure crate in a darkened, quiet room. • If your pet is normally kept outside, bring them inside or put them in a garage or basement while fireworks are going off. • Make sure your pet has at least two forms of identification. This can be a pet license and personalized tag, a license and a microchip, or all three (license, tag, and microchip). Pets with ID have a much greater chance of being returned to their owners. • Don't assume that your pet won't react just because you haven't had problems in the past. Sometimes pets become sensitive to loud noises later in life. • If your pet is lost, check in person at all ...