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AAMA names Olson "Video Power" host Johnny Arcade Video show now on the tube ''Video Power , '' a new TV show devoted to the video game industry , premiered Oct. 1 on stations nationwide. The half-hour syndicated program, which blends live action with animation, is geared to children between the ages of 6 and 14. It will air five days a week. Said executive producer Frank Marrone, " 'Video Power' is an on-air magazine for kids who take their video game playing seriously. We anticipate the show will become kids' prime source for timely video game information and news, in addition to providing them with great entertainment." The program focuses on today's games by incorporating tips, previews, reviews, playing secrets, and general video game information. It is jointly produced by three of the country's leading entertainment companies-Acclaim Entertainment Inc., Saban Entertainment, and Bohbot Communications. Bonita Marie offers helpful new service New Jersey-based merchandise supplier Bonita Marie International is providing a service to assist operators with their merchandising management. It's known as Amusement Redemption Management Systems (ARMS), a complete software and hardware system designed for the specific needs of arcades and family amusement parks. ARMS is the result of years of research and development by CEO Lou Cappetta, who created it to help his Jersey Shore arcade become more competitive and profitable. He recognized the need for his management team to be able to track the customer base and monitor inventory, outstanding points, and employee activity-all of which are possible through ARMS . The system is supported by an in-house 16 PLAY METER/October 1990 Laura Olson has been appointed the government relations coordinator for the American Amusement Machine Association (AAMA) , according to executive director Bob Fay. She comes to AAMA after a year as office manager for Congressman Tim Johnson of South Dakota. Olson's appointment is the result of an increased need for lobbying and legislative support at AAMA. Besides working closely with Fay to obtain co-sponsors for legislation that impacts on members of the association, she will assist him with AAMA's overall legislative program. ''Rep. Johnson is a co-sponsor of dollar coin and anti-gray market legislation, so Laura was already familiar with these issues ,' ' said AAMA president Gil Pollock. "She has also spent time studying the other legislation that we've been working on this summer. I am sure her background in child care and family issues will be a plus." Added Fay, ''Laura has shown a lot of enthusiasm for the position. I think she's going to be a real asset, and of course the staff is really happy to have her aboard.'' Olson is a graduate of Black Hills State University in Spearfish, S.D. , and holds a bachelor's degree in political science. She resides in Arlington, Va. staff of software and hardware professionals capable of providing complete turnkey installations, or just the necessary software program for customers who already have their own computers. Call (800) 272-6375 for a free guide on ARMS. In other news concerning Bonita Marie, the company's crane supply division is now offering the Jumbo Peanut Capsule for operators of jumbo cranes. It's totally clear and snaps closed without tape or staple; measurements are 11-3/8'' x 5-3/8 x 4-3/4" . Bonita Marie is also featuring special back-to-school crane capsule and rotary package kits with Simpson merchandise, giving operators a chance to take advantage of the popularity surrounding TV's first family. Laura Olson