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Fastnet Relay
From Openwaterpedia
Fastnet Relay is a 15 km relay in Baltimore, Ireland held in June. This is a relay race from Fastnet Rock to Baltimore.
15 km
City Baltimore, Cork
State/County/Province Munster
Country Ireland
Region Europe
Event Information
Month: September
Event Date: 9/5/2009
Contact: email@example.com
Class: Relay
Wetsuit: No
Relay: Yes

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Hampton Inn & Suites Addison
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - This comfortable Hampton Inn & Suites is conveniently situated near the Marcus 16 Cinema IMAX, Dave & Busters, Famous Dave's and Home Run Inn pizza. We are 18 miles west of downtown Chicago and 10 miles from O'Hare, located off I-355 at Lake Street.
CITY: Addison
Hilton Garden Inn Addison
The Hilton Garden Inn Addison is located only 11 miles from O'Hare and 22 miles from Midway Airport. Certain to please executive travelers are the hotel's wide array of amenities including complimentary high-speed internet, in-room hospitality center, Herman Miler chairs and much more!
CITY: Addison
Howard Johnson
Howard Johnson Hotel in Addison has two meeting room. The largest is 500 sq.ft., Smoking rooms available; continental breakfast included in rate; free shuttle to/from O'Hare airport; free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly.
CITY: Addison
Victorian Rose Garden Bed and Breakfast
Home is listed by the McHenry County Historical Society. Located in downtown Algonquin, it has a quiet, romantic flavor. We specialize in personal attention for our guests.
CITY: Algonquin
Holiday Inn Express - Algonquin
Comfortable, convenient, economical accomodations
CITY: Algonquin
Victorian Rose Garden Bed & Breakfast
Welcome to Victorian Rose Garden B&B for Romantic Getaways, recreation or the Business Traveler. Only 45 miles from downtown Chicago, our quiet location in Algonquins 1835 historic district lends itself to many nearby leisure activities. Take a stroll in Towne Park or on the Fox River/Prairie Bicycle Trail, walk to several excellent restaurants, or just relax on the porch swing.
CITY: Algonquin
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago-Alsip
193 Rooms. Full service hotel located near Midway Airport in the Chicago Southland area.
CITY: Alsip
Grand Geneva
100 rooms. Seven suites. Valet. Business center. Exercise facilities. Complimentary breakfast. Special amenities incluse microwave and refrigerator in all rooms, 33cable stations. Located eight miles south of Midway Airport.
CITY: Alsip
Baymont Inn & Suites - Alsip
The Baymont Inn is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service. We are an incorridor property with 3 floors. Whether you are here for business or leisure, we have many amenities at an affordable price.
CITY: Alsip
Days Inn - Alsip
Limited-service hotel - entertainment and shopping nearby - continental breakfast - Free local phone calls - 30 minutes from airports and downtown Chicago. Many discounts offered.
CITY: Alsip
Budget Lodge - Alsip
Nice, clean, newly decorated rooms. Cable TV and very low rates. Easy access to highway and restaurants nearby.
CITY: Alsip
Presidential Inn & Suites Motel - Alsip
This inn offers spacious standard, double, queen and king guestrooms. Non-smoking rooms available.
CITY: Alsip
Key Motel
This property has 20 guest rooms that include free parking, Wi-Fi access as well as microwave and refrigerator availability.
CITY: Alsip
Wingate By Wyndham Arlington Heights
Complimentary continental hot breakfast, free airport and local shuttle (Monday through Friday), whirlpool, exercise room, guest laundry, Jacuzzi suites, and meeting rooms available. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access throughout the hotel. 5 miles from Schaumburg Convention Center. Easy access to I-90. Minutes away from O'Hare Airport. Only 3 miles from Woodfield Mall. Complimentary Manager's Reception Monday through Thursday.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Red Roof Inn Chicago - O'Hare Airport
Features 25" TV, 24 hour gourmet coffee, USA Today newspaper, pay per view movies, voicemail, remodeled in 2004.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Courtyard By Marriott Chicago Arlington Heights North
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, we are the key to a fabulous trip. Featuring a healthy breakfast with hot items, eggs cooked-to-order, as well as a selection of ala carte items, freshly prepared and reasonably priced. Now with free high-speed internet access.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Jameson Suites - Arlington Heights
Free hot/cold breakfast buffet, also Japanese breakfast items, Japanese TV and newspapers, free WiFi, whirlpool. Extended stays welcome. King & Double/Double bed rooms with sofa sleeper. Executive Suites available.. Complimentary O'Hare shuttle and shuttle provided in a 5 mile radius. Work-out facility plus complimentary Health Club passes. New Dreamium Bedding. Renovation 2008-2009. Next to Mitsuwa Marketpalce.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Doubletree Hotel Chicago Arlington Heights
Newly renovated hotel located in Chicago's Northwest Business Corridor. 228 rooms and 13 suites
CITY: Arlington Heights
La Quinta Inn - Chicago/ Arlington Heights
The La Quinta Inn Chicago Arlington Heights is Northwest of downtown Chicago, close to Arlington International Racecourse and the Village of Long Grove. We are centrally located to several major corporate centers, including Motorola and Federal Express. Just a few miles away is the Metra station for trains to downtown Chicago venues.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Arlington Heights - South
Located off I-90, Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Arlington Heights - South has an indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center, restaurant serving breakfast, free high-speed internet. This is a non-smoking property.
CITY: Arlington Heights
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Arlington Heights
Our newly renovated hotel located in Chicago's Northwest Business Corridor is close to all major attractions including great shopping centers. The hotel features complimentary high-speed internet access in each guest room, complimentary 24-hour business center, and complimentary shuttle to O'Hare and the surrounding 5 miles (subject to availability). With over 8600 square feet of flexible meeting space, the DoubleTree Hotel can accommodate events small and large with the highest level of personalized service.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Holiday Inn Express Chicago - Arlington Heights
The best choice in suburban hotel! Perfectly situated in the Northwest Suburbs just off of I-90 taking the Arlington Heights exit heading north. Only 7.5 miles from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and less than 10 minutes to the Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg. Complimentary shuttle service to and from O'Hare Airport and within a 5-mile radius of the hotel. Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast with hot items available every morning. Wireless Internet is accessible throughout the hotel at no charge. 125 beautifully appointed oversized rooms with the simply smart bedding collection.
CITY: Arlington Heights
Motel 6 - Chicago/ Arlington Heights
All new rooms. Completely renovated Motel 6 from top to bottom. Flat screen TV's and all new furnishings. Located just off I-90 on West Algonquin Road. Woodfield Mall - 3 miles. Complimentary morning coffee WiFi available in all rooms. Motel 6 offers clean comfortable rooms and great service at the lowest price of any national chain.
CITY: Arlington Heights
LaQuinta Inn & Suites - Bannockburn
Unwind at La Quinta Inn & Suites with complimentary breakfast, swimming pool, whirlpool, fitness center, Club Room and more. Enjoy our oversized rooms and upscale accommodations complete with in-room coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, and high-speed wireless internet access.
CITY: Bannockburn
Days Inn - Barrington Chicago Northwest
Newly renovated, value-driven rates, weekly rates, business class rooms.
CITY: Barrington
Villa Batavia B & B
Magnificent 150 year old country mansion on a parklike setting on the Fox River. Seven acre grounds include the picturesque barn, meadow and Christmas tree farm. Direct access to a 35 mile bike path along the Fox River.
CITY: Batavia
Country Inn & Suites O'Hare South
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - A 92-room, 26-suite hotel with complimentary high-speed internet access and airport shuttle located on beautiful Legends Executive Golf Course.
CITY: Bensenville
Hilton Chicago Indian Lakes Resort
308 newly renovated rooms and suites. Full-resort amenities: 27-hole championship golf course, 50,000 sq ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting/banquet space, indoor/outdoor pools, Precor Fitness Center, Spa Vargas, restaurants, lounges and much more.
CITY: Bloomingdale
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Bloomingdale
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Beautifully renovated Courtyard includes free Wi-Fi, high-def flat screen TVs, The Bistro serving breakfast, dinner fare and Starbucks, full service bar, market, guest laundry, indoor pool and spa, and fitness room. Buffet for groups available on request.
CITY: Bloomingdale
Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes Resort
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - This resort has 308 newly renovated rooms & suites, 27-hole championship golf course with practice facility, 50,000 sq ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting/banquet space, indoor and outdoor pools, Precor fitness center, Spa Vargas, restaurants, lounges and more.
CITY: Bloomingdale
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Bloomingdale
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - 96-room all-suite hotel includes fully equipped kitchens, living area, complimentary breakfast and evening socials from Monday-Thursday.
CITY: Bloomingdale
AmericInn Lodge & Suites
63 room hotel includes indoor pool and whirlpool. Private spa and fireplace suites, complimentary hot breakfast. Handicap accessible. Pet friendly.
CITY: Bolingbrook
LaQuinta Inn
Featuring 99 spacious guest rooms. Continental deluxe breakfast, indoor pool, hot tub, and exercise room Meeting spaces available. Wirelss high speed internet. Pets are welcome.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Ramada Limited
Indoor pool, hot tub, Jacuzzi suites.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Quality Inn Bolingbrook
An upscale limited service property. Free high speed internet in all rooms, free enhanced continental breakfast, lobby business center and a variety of room types including whirlpool & fireplace suites.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Hampton Inn & Suites - Bolingbrook
Centrally located for business or pleasure and features spacious rooms, regular suites, and whirlpool suites. Along with earning Hilton Honors points and miles, you enjoy high-speed wireless internet access throughout the hotel.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Holiday Inn & Suites Bolingbrook
With it's ideal location, you'll find yourself just minutes away from great places to eat, shop and play. We're the perfect choice for your next getaway and the area's only full-service hotel. Find comfort with our traditional decor and hospitality. Experience our warmth and welcome while enjoying our inviting lobby, large indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness center, sun deck, gift shop, event facilities and the Remington Street Bar & Grill. Thoughtful touches include our one bedroom, whirlpool and Presidential suites.
CITY: Bolingbrook
La Quinta Inn & Suites Bolingbrook
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Guests are offered a deluxe hot breakfast, 24-hour fitness center, indoor pool/whirlpool. All guest rooms have free hi-speed wireless internet, microwave and refrigerator. Two-room suites available. Newly renovated in May 2009. Come see our new rooms!
CITY: Bolingbrook
Ramada Inn Bolingbrook
The staff at the Ramada Bolingbrook is committed to providing guests a level of service that is still old-fashioned and personal. Whether your travel plans take you across the country or across the street, you will feel at home.
CITY: Bolingbrook
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Bolingbrook
Each spacious studio site is furnished with a sofa bed, mini-refrigerator, microwave and a desk with ergonomic chair. Other amenitiies include free deluxe continental breakfast, free high speed internet, fax service, exercise room and indoor pool.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Aloft Bolingbrook
Aloft Bolingbrook is a sassy, savvy, hip, trendy hotel located at The Promenade Bolingbrook. Mix & mingle with friends at the WXYZ lounge, stay and play at our indoor pool or fitness center, and breeze into an Aloft room featuring custom amenities.
CITY: Bolingbrook
New Relax Inn
This property has 31 guest rooms and 1 suite. Amenities include free parking, WiFi, microwave & refriferator availability, non-smoking rooms and rollaway beds.
CITY: Bridgeview
Days Inn - Bridgeview
Newly Renovated Hotel! Offers complimentary breakfast, wireless internet, business center, fitness center, local calls, and USA Today newspaper to all guests! Call now and book your stay!
CITY: Bridgeview
Super 8 - Bridgeview
Clean and quiet rooms. Restaurants nearby. Friendly staff, free super start breakfast, wireless Internet and bus or truck parking.
CITY: Bridgeview
Bridgeview Inn Motel
This property has 60 guest rooms as well as 2 suites. Other amenities include a business center, data ports (in rooms), entertainment, fitness center, free parking, hair dryers (in rooms), Wi-Fi, interior corridors, microwave and refrigerator availability, handicapped accessibility and rollaway beds. This is a non-smoking facility.
CITY: Bridgeview
Clayton Motel
This property has 18 guest rooms and 1 suite. Other amenities include free parking, Wi-Fi access, microwave availability, non-smoking rooms, and rollaway beds.
CITY: Bridgeview
Cloud 9 Motel
This 22-room property has whirlpool suites available and free cable TV. Conviently located in the South Suburbs, this motel makes it easy to get to all area attractions via the highway. This is a great property for corporate guests and families.
CITY: Bridgeview
Wyndham Garden Hotel - Buffalo Grove
Two story, garden style property perfect for business or leisure traveler.
CITY: Buffalo Grove
Cezars Inn
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CITY: Burbank
Best Western Inn And Suites - Midway Airport
The Best Western Inn and Suites- Midway Airport is located in Burbank only 2 1/2 miles south of Midway Airport. Enjoy our indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, and breakfast room.
CITY: Burbank
Best Western Midway Airport
Nice clean newer hotel with many upgrades. Offers free interenet service and a friendly and caring staff.
CITY: Burbank
Budget Inn - Burbank
This property has 30 guest rooms as well as 1 suite. Other amenities include free parking, handicapped accessibility, Wi-Fi access, microwave and refrigerator availability, rollaway beds and a spa/sauna. This is a non-smoking facility.
CITY: Burbank
The Oaks Hotel
CITY: Burr Ridge
SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge
128-room, all-suite hotel. Complimentary hi-speed wireless Internet, breakfast, laundry facility, indoor heated pool, fitness center, business center, dataport telephones. Free shuttle service. Conveniently located at I-55 & County Line Road.
CITY: Burr Ridge
Quality Inn & Conference Center - Burr Ridge
122 room hotel. Indoor pool/whirlpool, exercise room, restaurant, lounge, guest laundry, local/airport shuttle & 7000 sq. ft. meeting/banquet space. Amenities: in-room coffee, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, voicemail/dataport phones & VCR.
CITY: Burr Ridge
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge/Hinsdale
The perfect choice for a fresh, restful stay. Newly renovated top to bottom, this all-suites hotel offers complimentary local shuttle service, hi-speed wireless, breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, business center and more. Convenient access to I-55.
CITY: Burr Ridge
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Carol Stream
194 rooms with pillowtop mattresses(44 upgraded two-room suites), complimentary high speed wireless internet, indoor pool, fitness room & business center. Banquets for up to 400. Alberto's Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch & dinner with an Italian theme.
CITY: Carol Stream
Hampton Inn - Carol Stream
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Change can be a good thing! Enjoy our entirely upgraded hotel in 2012 featuring new guest rooms with internet ready flat screen TVs, new Perfect Mix lobby/breakfast area, and more. Nearby are lush golf courses and a variety of shopping and dining options.
CITY: Carol Stream
Holiday Inn & Suites Carol Stream
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - 193 rooms with pillowtop mattresses (44 upgraded two-room suites), complimentary high speed wireless internet, indoor pool, fitness room & business center. Banquets for up to 400. The Italian themed Alberto's Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch & dinner.
CITY: Carol Stream
Raphael Hotel, The
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CITY: Chicago
The Whitehall Hotel
Four star European boutique hotel located just off the Magnificent Mile, one block from the famous Water Tower Place and nearby dining and shopping.
CITY: Chicago
Best Western Hawthorne Terrace
This Boystown vintage hotel is located close to historic Wrigley Field (home of Chicago Cubs baseball), as well as gay-friendly restaurants and nightclubs. Enjoy breakfast on the terrace during warm-weather months.
CITY: Chicago
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
The Best Western Grant Park Hotel is ideally located on Michigan Ave., directly across from Grant Park. Our property has 172 newly renovated guest rooms, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.
CITY: Chicago
Embassy Suites Hotel Chicago Downtown Lakefront
Chicago's newest hotel is also the closest to Navy Pier. 455 luxury suites are only 2 blocks from Michigan Ave. and minutes from the Museum Campus.
CITY: Chicago
InterContinental Chicago
The Hotel InterContinental Chicago is located directly on Michigan Avenue near Chicago's finest attractions. Guests of the hotel will be impressed with the original historic design combined with upgraded guest rooms. Be sure to ask about the American Girl Package consisting of complimentary specialty breakfast for two girls, themed turn down service for doll and child's bed, fresh cookies and milk each night and a Princess tiara.
CITY: Chicago
Majestic Hotel
Located in Boystown, this European-style boutique hotel offers suites with butler pantries equipped with a refrigerator, microwave and wet bar. The Majestic is located close to Belmont Harbor, and within walking distance of Boystown bars and restaurants.
CITY: Chicago
Belden - Stratford, The
Dramatic 3 story grand lobby. Beautifully appointed studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Short & long term leases. Magnificent lake & city views. Directly accross from Lincoln Park Zoo.
CITY: Chicago
The Westin Chicago River North
The Westin Chicago River North is Chicago's leading, upscale downtown hotel, centrally located in the heart of the business and theater district and within walking distance of Michigan Ave.
CITY: Chicago
Heart-O-Chicago Motel
Impeccably kept, older property with 45 units on 2 stories, exterior corridors, free continental breakfast, free parking.
CITY: Chicago
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers
The Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers is Chicago's premier downtown riverfront hotel, just off Michigan Ave. and within a short walk of Navy Pier, shopping, and entertainment.
CITY: Chicago
Days Inn Lincoln Park - North
Winner of the 2004 Days Inn Hotel of the Year Award. Guests have free access to Bally's Total Fitness located next door. Other hotel amenities include expanded cable Tv, valet parking, valet and guest laundry facilities. Safe and exciting neighborhood.
CITY: Chicago
Embassy Suites Hotel Chicago Downtown
This atrium hotel offers two-room suites equipped with a wet bar and mini-fridge. A cooked-to-order breakfast and two-hour evening Manager's Reception with free drinks and appetizers are offered daily. The hotel is close to Magnificent Mile shopping and the River North gallery district.
CITY: Chicago
Hampton Inn & Suites - Chicago River North
Full service, 230-room hotel located in the heart of the entertainment and dining district. Two restaurants on property. Rate includes deluxe continental breakfast.
CITY: Chicago
Four Seasons Hotel - Chicago
Discover this vibrant and energetic urban retreat, steps from Michigan Avenue shopping & dining. Occupying floors 30 through 46 of one of Chicago's tallest skyscrapers, each of the 345 guestrooms & suites offers dramatic Lake Michigan and skyline views. Explore the bold collection of modern art in the chic lobby and delight in creative and contemporary farm-to-table fare at Allium Restaurant & Bar. Refresh at the acclaimed Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago with a full body treatment, enjoy a relaxing sauna or plunge into the scenic Roman swimming pool. The Kids for all Seasons Clubroom, Ice Cream Man, Martini Man and other unexpected amenities make this hotel an ideal destination for families and couples alike.
CITY: Chicago
Wooded Isle Suites
An alternative to hotels with 13 vintage apartment suites in a neighborhood setting. It is a wonderful base for visitors who want to see Chicago's many museums or catch a ball game or are here on business.
CITY: Chicago
McCormick Place
The largest indoor convention exhibit area in the country is 2.2 million square feet, with 8 levels of exhibit halls, restaurants, meeting rooms and audiovisual theaters that provide all the necessary amenities for a successful trade show or convention. McCormick Place is designed by Gene Summers, who worked for Mies van der Rohe. It is derivative of a long-span convention center proposed by Mies van der Rohe. When the earlier version of McCormick was destroyed by fire, the firm C.F. Murphy was retained for the job and hired Summers specifically to design the new structure.
CITY: Chicago
Arlyn Tratt Realty "Luxury Suites"
8 suites. One restaurant. Valet. Business center. Evercise facilities. Indoor/Outdoor pool. Located Downtown near Michicgan Ave. and close to public transportation.
CITY: Chicago
Sp Suites
Welcome to SP Suites, the leader in the Chicago Pied-a-terre marketplace providing short and long term affordable luxury accommodations to savvy corporate business executives on assignment in Chicago, as well as the budget conscious traveler looking for fully furnished modern, contemporary housing in the most desirabe neighborhoods in Chicago.
CITY: Chicago
28 rooms. All suites. On site exercise facilities. Outdoor pool. All of our fully furnished and privately owned apartments allow guests to feel like they never left home. Our "central to everything" location puts you steps from Michigan Ave, shopping, Oak Street Beach, CTA Red Line, and all of the best restaurants Chicago has to offer.
CITY: Chicago
Central Loop Hotel
Located in the venter of Chicago's business and theatre district. Close walk to Grank Park, Millenium Park, the Art Institute, Symphony Center and Civic Opera House.
CITY: Chicago
Dana Hotel and Spa
This chic hotel offers a beautiful spa, the Asian-inspired Aja cafe, and the 26th- floor Vertigo Sky Lounge, with breathtaking city views, nightly DJs and cool cocktails. Dana is close to River North's gallery district.
CITY: Chicago
Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare
243 rooms. 7 suits. One restaurant. Lounge. valet. business center. Exercise Facilities. Indoor pool. Room service. Amenities include complimentary shuttle to and from O'hare airport. Free pass to Bally Total Fitness. Located near O'Hare airport, 15 minutes from Downtown Chicago, Allstate Arena, Rosemont Theatre.
CITY: Chicago
LaQuinta Inn and Suites Chicago Downtown
The 250 room, nine-story La Quinta Inn and Suites will have two meeting rooms, a business center, onsite guest laundry facility, an indoor heared swimming pool with spa, exercise room, complimentary breakfast and free high speed internet access.
CITY: Chicago
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown River North
270 rooms. All suites. Valet. Business center. Exercise Facilities. Indoor pool. Complimentary breakfast. Located in the heart of the River North area on Dearborn between Hubbard and Kinzie Sts.
CITY: Chicago
Springhill Suites Downtown River North
253 rooms. Valet. Business center. Exercise facilities. Indoor pool. Complimentary breakfast. Located in the heart of River North area on Dearborn between Hubbard and Kinzie Sts.
CITY: Chicago
The Peninsula Chicago
The Peninsula Chicago is a Five Star, Five Diamond luxury hotel perfectly situated in the heart of the Magnificent Mile. Well-appointed guest rooms—among the largest in Chicago—are complemented with exemplary service and indulgent amenities that include a large indoor swimming pool, modern gym, an outdoor sun deck with city views and exquisite onsite dining. Guests can also retreat to the Peninsula Spa, rated the "#1 Hotel Spa in the U.S." by Condé Nast Traveler.
CITY: Chicago
University Quarters Bed & Breakfast & Suites
University Quarters is housed on the first and second floors of a restored vintage greystone that's located half a block from the University of Chicago campus. Explore the historic Hyde Park and Kenwood neighborhoods (President Obama's stomping ground!). The Museum of Science and Industry and Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House are nearby.
CITY: Chicago
Blake Hotel
162 rooms. Four suites. On-site health club. 1 restaurant. Room service. Uniquely decorated and feature two TV's two phones, mini-bar and high ceilings. Located in the cultural and financial heart of Chicago's loop, the hotel is steps away from the Art Institute, Sears Tower, Museum Campus, Grant Park and Chicago's lakefront.
CITY: Chicago
Hotel Felix Chicago
225 rooms. One restaurant. Lounge. Valet/laundry. Business center. Exercise facilities. Room service. Spa services, bathrobes, Ihomes. Located four blocks west of North Michigan Ave., walking distance to Water Tower, John Hancock building.
CITY: Chicago
JW Marriott Chicago
This hotel has 610 rooms. 128 suites. One restaurant. Lounge. Valet/laundry. Business center. Exercise facilities. Indoor pool. Room service. 20,000 sq. ft. upscale spa and fitness center. Located in the heart of Chicago's Financial District and walking distance to the Theater District, museums, shopping and nightlife.
CITY: Chicago
Chicago South Loop Hotel
232 rooms. One restaurant. Valet/Laundry service. Business center. Exercise facilities. Room service. Amenities include wireless internet, flat screen TVs, full service business center, brand new facility, award winning staff and customer service. Located four blocks from McCormick Place, four blocks from Chinatown. Ten minutes from Millennium Park. Five minutes to Soldier Field, Field Museum, U.S. Cellular Field.
CITY: Chicago
Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Indulge in sophisticated elegance at Waldorf Astoria Chicago, previously The Elysian Hotel, located in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood with exclusive shopping, dining, nightlife and the Windy City's most famed attractions. Savor inspired American and French cuisine in captivating restaurants featuring RIA, a Michelin Two Star restaurant and Balsan,a market-driven bistro showcasing refined yet rustic fare with an American sensibility. Guests can also indulge in the rejuvenating Spa & Health Club located in the hotel.
CITY: Chicago
theWit - A Doubletree Hotel
298 rooms. 60 suites. Two restaurants. Lounge. Valet/laundry. Business center. Exercise facilities. Room service. 60 seat private screening room.
CITY: Chicago
Holiday Inn Chicago Midway
146 rooms. One restaurant. Valet/laundry. Business center. Exercise facilities. Pool. Room service. Amenities include Coaches Sports Bar & Grill - the newest most exciting dining establishment near Chicago Midway Airport. Located next to Midway International Airport, the hotel is ideal for meetings and access to all Chicago attractions.
CITY: Chicago
Four Points by Sheraton Chicago Midway
157 rooms. Outdoor pool. On-site health club. 1 restaurant. Room service. In-room coffeemaker and newspaper. Hotel located near Midway Airport.
CITY: Chicago
River Hotel
84 rooms 16 suites High-Speed internet access, iron, dryer, coffeemaker, one restaurant. Lounge, valet/laundry, business center, exercise facilities, room service, concierge desk. Free chilled purified water. located near Magnificent Mile, Theatre District, Millennium Park, Navy Pier and Marina City.
CITY: Chicago


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If It's on 'Oprah,' It's Gotta Be … True?
April 3, 2008 5:29 PM
The video hit the Web last week: An ABC News broadcast segment examined an article in the Advocate about a man who claimed to be pregnant.
The rampant speculation on the veracity of the claim came to a screeching halt today when Thomas Beatie appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," the undisputed arbiter of truth and bejeweled floaty tops.
Mr. Beatie, an Oregon man, claims he became pregnant after Danny DeVito implanted him with embryos as part of a fertility research project.
Kidding! Mr. Beatie is a female-to-male transsexual legally married to a woman. After his wife's hysterectomy, he made the decision to stop testosterone treatments and begin in-vitro, and he now is carrying a child.
This is a huge milestone… Not so much for science, but for "Oprah," which took a break from its book clubs and panini-press giveaways to get back to its trashy roots. The potential "I'm a Pregnant Man" Chyron hearkens back to the days before Oprah reinvented herself, when she was inviting the same "My Two Adoptive Dads Are in the Klan" guests as Ricki, Phil and Sally Jesse.
Is Mr. Beatie's appearance the harbinger of a backslide into tabloid TV? Based on the decidedly un-salacious upcoming guest roster—Dr. Oz and Suze Orman—it doesn't look that way.
Unless the lower-thirds read "I'm Obsessed With the Shape of My Feces" and "I'm a Lesbian Addicted to Leopard Print."
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Has anyone seen this yet? Am I the only one to start a thread on this? For all you die hard Saw fans, what did you think?
In quantity of gore, I think IV was gorier. There were two traps that were gory in this one (imo), the pendulum and the saw bench trap that you see in the commercial.
now on to SPOILERS:
It took me a while to figure out that the pendulum trap was not designed to set one free. I saw that he put one hand in the unlocking device, but did he put both hands in? Obviously, the pendulum swinging was drawn out for gore factor. I didn't quite catch on that the trap was before the first Saw even took place. Maybe it wasn't quite obvious until it was shown with Hoffman and Jigsaw.
I did like how you saw jigsaw taking Hoffman through the set ups of the traps in Saw 1-3. Especially the opening of saw 2 (the gun door one). I do suppose that is the only way in which to keep Tobin Bell a part of this by now.
The neck decapitation trap got me when you see all the chains snap back when the time was up. I fall for these every time and didn't realize how easy it would have been for them all to work together. Really, one of jigsaws easier tests, if they all would have worked together.
The ending was great when you see Hoffman in the box and the blood is spattering all over the clear box as Strahm's body is being crushed.
I would like to know what was in the box that Jill happened and what is she to do? Her character seemed to quickly fade after she closed the box. Also, I want to know what is going to happen to the detective after he realizes Hoffman is apart of the work of Jigsaw. Overall, I still love the series, unlike other horror sequels, the storyline still flows from one to the next and keeps it alive and interesting. It wasn't one of the gorier ones and the traps were pretty simple, but I like that. Simpler can be better.


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CUMBERLAND — Quincy Redmon was just about unstoppable and so was second-ranked Bishop Walsh as the Spartans got a little revenge and clinched at least a share of the City championship with a 59-49 win over top-ranked Allegany Tuesday night.
Redmon, a 6-foot-6 senior, made 9 of 10 shots and had game highs with 22 points and 15 rebounds, while Hunter Marrale had 14 points and Liam Rhodes 11 and five assists to lead the Spartans, now 17-5 overall and 2-1 in the City.
A win at Fort Hill in the league finale in two weeks would make the Spartans outright City champs. A Fort Hill win in that game would leave all three City teams 2-2.
Last night's win also moved BW into first place in the Appalachian Mountain Athletic Conference with a 10-1 record.
"Winning the City is big, and it's something special,'' said BW coach Bob Boyle. "We've had some shots at the AMAC before but faltered in the end. I don't think this team will be one that falters the rest of the way.
"This was a great game for us. Everybody played well, and it was a total team effort. I thought our defense was excellent most of the night."
Trenton Eirich went 10 of 12 from the foul line and had 16 points for Allegany (13-5, 2-2, 12-2), which had a six-game winning streak snapped. Bryce Nightengale added 11 points, six rebounds, four steals and two blocks.
"We didn't deserve to win,'' Allegany coach Tedd Eirich said. "We missed some easy shots, and gave up too many offensive rebounds ... we played the exact opposite way that we played the last time we played them."
Bishop Walsh, which lost at Allegany 64-61 three weeks ago, led for all but a few seconds as the only Camper lead was 3-2 in the early going. A three-point shot by Marrale began a 14-5 run that ended the quarter and put the Spartans up 16-8.
The lead grew to a dozen, 27-15, after a Redmon bucket after a nice drive and dish by Chris Scarlett with 1:50 left in the half. It was 29-22 at the break, when Boyle warned his players of what he knew was coming.
"We told the kids at halftime that Allegany's going to make a run at us, all good teams do, and to be ready for it and push past it,'' he said.
The Campers did just as Boyle predicted, getting to within 41-39 in the first minute of the fourth quarter, but Redmon, who had eight points and six rebounds in the third quarter, hit a shot in the lane and canned a pair of free throws to help stem the tide early in the fourth.
He had opened the second half with back-to-back shots in the lane and a third after an offensive rebound. All 12 of BW's third-quarter points came on shots deep in the lane or on fast breaks.
"Quincy has always been able to get good inside position. We need to get him the ball when he does. That's the thing. We did that a lot tonight,'' said Boyle, "and if he gets the ball and draws two or three defenders, Quincy will kick the ball out to the open man. He's very unselfish.
"We also had some fast break points when Allegany got close which were key, and for most of the night we moved the ball well."
Mario D'Atri, who had four points, six rebounds and four assists off the bench, hit a jumper to get Allegany to 50-45 with just over three minutes left, but the Spartans went 7 for 11 from the foul line in the final 2:10 to seal it.
Allegany could have won the City title, outright, with a win.
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Allegany won the jayvee game 52-26. Darick Kerns had 15 points and Dajaun Pendergast 12 for the Campers. Isaiah Fraser had 17 for the Spartans.
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Jessie Westerfield Duer, 71, of Auburn, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013, in Navarre, Fla., after a long, valiant struggle with cancer.
She was born Nov. 8, 1941, in Morgantown the daughter of the late James Oliver and Alva Isabelle Fishburn Westerfield. She was united in marriage to James Huffines Duer of Auburn, who preceded her in death on June 5, 2012, after 51 years of marriage. Mrs. Duer was also preceded in death by a grandson, John Taylor Arney; a brother, Robert Westerfield, and sisters Barbara Moore and Mary Alva Hinkle.
Mrs. Duer achieved licensure as one of the state's first female paramedics and was the first paramedic in Logan County. During her career, she served as director of the Auburn Ambulance Service and applied her lifesaving skills at other ambulance services throughout the state, most notably at The Medical Center at Bowling Green and the Butler, Hartford and Logan County ambulance services. At the time of her death, she was serving her second of two consecutive terms as an Auburn City Council member. She was instrumental in the completion of the Auburn Senior Center scheduled to open Sunday. She graduated from Butler County High School and attended Western Kentucky University. She loved bridge club and quilts and enjoyed watching UK basketball and Gaither gospel concerts. She was a member of West End Church of Christ in Bowling Green and spent much of the last year in the care of family members in Florida.
She is survived by her children, Jamie Duer Arney and her husband, John, of Franklin, James Arthur Duer and his wife, Josephine, of Nashville, Olivia Duer Nelson and her husband, Keith Nelson, of Navarre; eight loving grandchildren, Morgan, Mary Patton, Payne and Madeline Arney of Franklin, Samuel and James Patrick Duer of Nashville, and Colin and Daschle Nelson of Navarre; her siblings, James Weldon Westerfield of Murfreesboro, Tenn., Kathryn Westerfield Brown and her husband, Ben Brown, of Quality, William E. Westerfield and his wife, Sandee, of Loveland, Ohio, and Sonja Westerfield Stewart of Lexington.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Young Funeral Home Auburn Chapel, with burial in Auburn Cemetery. The family will greet friends at a visitation from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a memorial contribution be made in Mrs. Duer's name to St. Jude Children's Hospital or to a fund to improve the Auburn City park and senior center. Local residents wishing to donate to the local improvement funds should contact Mrs. Claudia Jordan or Mrs. Virginia Wilson of Auburn.
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Thunderous chants of "Get it right, get it right" echoed across the Empire State Plaza on Saturday afternoon as ten thousand people participated in a rally challenging testing programs and urging the state to reform its education agenda, according to the Associated Press.
New York State United Teachers President Richard C. Iannuzzi led the rally and gave a speech decrying the state's standardized testing regimen.
"Get out of the way if you can't lend a hand because every hand will be needed in the fight for the future," Iannuzzi said, shaking his fist at a roaring crowd. He urged attendees to take a closer look at what he called the "testing and the achievement gap."
Responding with chants and applause, educators from across the state voiced displeasure at a host of education practices, the AP reported.
NYSUT provided 225 buses for participants to travel from across the state to attend the event, officials said, and others traveled by car.
About 40 people, including teachers, parents and concerned citizens, were on a bus from Oneonta, Michael Lynch, a NYSUT representative, said.
Six teachers from the Bainbridge-Guilford Central School rode a bus from Sidney to Albany, Paul Davis, president of the Bainbridge-Guilford Teachers' Association, said Monday. A group from Afton Central School also joined the rally, he said.
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Davis said he supports accountability but teacher evaluations shouldn't be based so heavily on students' test scores. The state should ``slow down'' in implementing its programs, he said, and be clearer about expectations for teachers.
The rally was an opportunity for teachers to ``come together'' on educational priorities and establish a common ground, Davis said.
"We do love working with children,'' Davis said. Steps beyond the ``feel good moment'' inspired by the rally might be talking to politicians, he said.
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The event mobilized people to defend public schools against the corporatization of education, he said. More people will begin to speak out, he said, and there will be a more militant approach to teacher contracts.
"What's good for the teacher is good for the students," said Lynch, also a member of the Oneonta Common Council.
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Author Stephanie Meyer burst on the scene with her wildly popular "Twilight" series of novels, a saga humanizing vampires and werewolves. Her next work of fiction took an innovative view on a traditional horror movie aspect as well: "The Host" is basically a recreation of "The Invasion of the Body Snatchers." But like "Twilight," "The Host" reflects a different perspective than was previously seen. And like "Twilight," it was a foregone conclusion that it would be turned into a movie.
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Saoirse Ronan ("Hanna") plays the dichotomous Melanie/Wanderer with an appropriately confused look. Writer-Director Andrew Niccol ("Lord of War"), who has injected more heart and feeling into "The Host" than any other director of a Stephanie Meyer novel, has devised a clever method of depicting the schizophrenic dialogue between the two: Melanie's thoughts are heard in Wanderer's head, while Wanderer's thoughts are spoken aloud.
Diane Kruger ("Inglourious Basterds") portrays the relentless Seeker. William Hurt ("Robin Hood") is Jeb, the Godlike leader of the human rebels. Max Irons ("Red Riding Hood") and Jake Abel ("I Am Number Four") play Jared and Ian, respectively, as earnest and testosterone laden young men.
"The Host" is not so much an action movie as a philosophical debate on what makes a human, what makes a soul, etc., and while the characters are pretty one dimensional, they are also allegorical, which adds a semblance of interest to an otherwise methodically-paced plodder. As previously mentioned, the character of Jeb is God. He renames Wanderer Wanda and holds absolute power over his domain, which is an underground haven in the desert, harnessing underground rivers and the reflective power of the sun to nourish his family. Seeker, as his nemesis, is therefore Satan, and in an odd twist, Wanda who is a duality (both human and Soul) is Christ, being tempted in the desert, being baptized in the underground stream, searching herself in the garden, and finally offering herself as a sacrifice after teaching the humans how not to kill.
So "The Host" has some interesting elements which can spark thought and debate. The perspective of the body-snatching alien is humanized, although not justified, which opens the philosophical discussion on whether compulsion to do good is still good. Is killing a person of a different species still murder? But basically I've come to the conclusion that Stephanie Meyers novels just don't translate well to the big screen. "The Host," like "Twilight" is introspective and intimate. It offers fresh perspectives. And while it is thought provoking, it is not necessarily logical and too much thought can destroy its premise. Ultimately it is just not exciting.
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NORMAN — Lockheed Martin showcased its F-35 Lightning II mobile cockpit demonstrator earlier in the week to employees, state and local elected officials, other stakeholders and the news media at Pro-Fab Inc., a local supplier for the F-35 program in Oklahoma City.
"We're pleased to demonstrate the capabilities of the F-35 Lightning II, the world's most advanced military aircraft, to our Oklahoma supplier companies and other local stakeholders," said Daniel P. Conroy, director, USAF F-35 Program, Lockheed Martin Washington Operations. "These suppliers and stakeholders are vital to the F-35 program so it's important that they have an opportunity to experience, firsthand, this 5th Generation, multirole fighter's superior performance capabilities. Additionally, the F-35 program will significantly impact the U.S. economy, directly and indirectly generating over 127,000 jobs."
Ryan Russo, aerospace program manager at Pro-Fab, Inc., said the F-35 depends on more than 130 airframe components and assemblies produced by his company.
"Having the flight demonstrator on-site provides a great interactive experience for our employees, community leaders and elected officials to gain a better understanding of F-35 platform capabilities as well as the opportunity to become more familiar with the program as a whole," Russo said.
Currently, the F-35 program provides over 400 direct and indirect jobs for Oklahoma and more than $30 million in economic impact across the state. These employment figures and economic impact numbers are anticipated to increase as the program reaches full-rate production.
During Thursday's event, attendees received an update on the status of the program and had the opportunity to "fly" the F-35 cockpit demonstrator and experience how advanced stealth, fighter agility and integrated information make the F-35 the most capable multirole fighter in the world.


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OTTUMWA — RAGBRAI will not roll through Wapello County this year, but at least one county department has been asked to attend RAGBRAI.
Chief Deputy Don Phillips of the Wapello County Sheriff's Office told county supervisors Tuesday that the Oskaloosa Police Department has requested assistance during the event.
And in the spirit of "mutual aid," they'd like to be able to help out.
"When we've had [events], they've helped us," said Phillips. "We want to return the favor."
Supervisor Steve Siegel said, "It's only a five-day agreement ... we will send people to Osky to assist with crowd control."
Rather than just commit to the dates in a phone call, the board unanimously approved an official 28E agreement between Wapello County and the city of Oskaloosa.
"The Register [RAGBRAI committee] likes to have all its T's crossed and I's dotted," Supervisor Greg Kenning explained.
Siegel said he wouldn't be surprised if similar requests come in from other communities in the area.
The board also approved the Iowa Department of Human Services contract that helps children receive mental health services. Essentially, DHS does case management for children, including those who are not eligible for Medicaid.
Siegel said case management is designed to help each individual find appropriate services. The service will be provided through DHS but most likely through a subcontractor, he said.
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Subramanya Bharathi
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Chinnaswami Subramania Bharathi (December 11, 1882 – September 11, 1921) was an Indian writer, poet, journalist, Indian independence activist and social reformer from Tamil Nadu, India. Popularly known as "Mahakavi Bharathiyar", he is a pioneer of modern Tamil poetry and is considered one among the greatest of Tamil literary figures of all time. His numerous works were fiery songs kindling patriotism and nationalism during Indian Independence movement.
Born in Ettayapuram of the then Tirunelveli district (presently Tuticorin district) in 1882, Subramania Bharati had his early education in Tirunelveli and Benares and worked as a journalist with many newspapers, notable among them being the Swadesamitran and India. Bharathi was also an active member of the Indian National Congress. In 1908, an arrest warrant was issued against Bharathi by the government of British India for his revolutionary activities forcing him to flee to Pondicherry where he lived until 1918.
Bharathi's works were on varied themes covering religious, political and social aspects. Songs penned by Bharathi are widely used in Tamil films and Carnatic Music concerts.
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High School... graduated from Mission College Prep in June of 2011 with a 3.31 GPA... attended Mission College in 2007-09 and 2010-11... went to San Luis Obispo High School in 2009-10... a member of Principal's Honor Roll... earned 10 varsity letters in high school career, four in golf, four in basketball and two in football... was team captain in golf as a sophomore and senior... averaged 10 points per game in basketball and played multiple positions in football...
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RALEIGH — The Downtown Clubs of Raleigh, which has been operating exclusive clubs in two of the Triangles tallest buildings just a few blocks apart, plans to consolidate its operations and close the venerable Capital City Club.
The business plans to invest about $2 million to expand and renovate the current Cardinal Club, which is on the 28th and 29th floors of the Wells Fargo Capitol Center along Fayetteville Street, General Manager Karl Swink said.
The bottom line on this is: Were going to put a lot of money into this, Swink said. Were going to make a spectacular club.
The renovation and expansion of the Cardinal Club is expected to be completed in June. Until then, both clubs will continue to operate.
The name for the refurbished Cardinal Club hasnt yet been chosen.
We havent settled on names yet for anything, Swink said. The first step, obviously, was choosing a location.
In 2009 the Capital City and Cardinal clubs, both of which are owned by Dallas-based ClubCorp, pooled their memberships and essentially began operating as a single club in two locations. Dinner is served only at the Capital City Club, and breakfast is served only at the Cardinal Club; both locations serve lunch.
Were stretching out the benefits and services of one club over two properties as it is right now, Swink said. So this is going to allow us to focus all our energies on one location, which will be a lot more efficient. It will be a better experience for everyone involved.
Membership declines
The 2009 move was driven by the need to streamline costs in the wake of a decline of about 500 members in the prior two years, leaving the clubs with roughly 3,000 members. That decline has continued, with membership today totaling more than 2,100.
The recession has been really tough on the private club business, Swink said. ClubCorp owns or operates more than 150 private clubs, including country clubs and alumni clubs.
Swink declined to disclose membership fees. Somebody can contact the membership department if theyre interested, he said.
Both clubs offer expansive views of Raleigh and have long catered to business executives and politicians. Swank said that choosing where to consolidate was a very difficult choice.
We have had a very long-standing relationship with both landlords, and both clubs have a very proud tradition, he said.
Room to expand
Space was the decisive factor. The Capital City Club at 410 S. Wilmington St. has about 17,000 square feet and cant be expanded, Swink said. But the operations at the Cardinal Club are being expanded about 2,000 square feet to 23,000 square foot, and theres room for future expansion as well, Swink said.
We are investing all this money so we can once again grow the business, he said.
Downtown Clubs also noted in a message that went out to members Thursday that 65 percent of the meals at the two locations are served at the Cardinal Club.
Shelia H. Ogle, chair of the Capital City Clubs board of governors, called the plan a very, very positive move for both clubs. Our members are going to have an experience like they have never had before.
She said that she has piled up a lot of memories at the 34-year-old Capital City Club, but is looking forward to what the renovated Cardinal Club location will offer.
The expansion of the Cardinal Club will include a new bar and casual dining area overlooking Fayetteville Street, additional private dining rooms, and smaller touchdown rooms that provide meeting spaces for members.
The touchdown rooms enable members to use the club as an office away from the office, Swink said.
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That didn't take long.
On Oct. 30, one of the presumably most powerful teams in NBA history opened its season by marching on to a Staples Center floor ringed in blinding belief.
That didn't take long.
On Oct. 30, one of the presumably most powerful teams in NBA history opened its season by marching on to a Staples Center floor ringed in blinding belief.
On Sunday, one of the potentially most disappointing teams in NBA history will trudge on to a Staples Center floor drenched in despairing disillusionment,
It is stunning that the Lakers, once a model of smarts and stability, are both of those teams. It is equally startling that, even in Hollywood, this Looney Tunes twist would require only six weeks.
Remember when fans were outraged at the possibility that the Lakers games would not be carried by their television providers? Six weeks later, my die-hard Lakers fan neighbor is one of many who admits he doesn't even rush home from work to watch them anymore.
Remember when an irritated Kevin Durant pointedly refused to comment on the Lakers' potential greatness? Six weeks later, after his Oklahoma City team thrashed the Lakers in a 114-108 victory Friday, Durant actually spoke as if he felt sorry for them.
"People underestimate chemistry in this league," he said.
Chemistry? If you're talking about the explosion of glass beakers and the emission of nauseating gases, well, yeah, this is about chemistry.
Six weeks ago, Metta World Peace predicted the Lakers could win 73 games. Today, with a record of 9-11, they have only six more wins than they've had head coaches.
Six weeks ago, it was predicted the Lakers would win with smart, fundamental basketball. Today, they are last in the league in turnovers, last in free-throw percentage, and 15th in points allowed.
Six weeks ago, Kobe Bryant agreed to pass the torch to Dwight Howard. Earlier this week, on the sidelines in New Orleans, they were publicly and angrily whacking each other with that torch.
Six weeks ago … like a lingering nightmare, the differences between then and now go on and on.
Everyone was once worried sick that Howard would not re-sign here during the summer. Now, after struggling with his back injury and missing more free throws (114) than only three other players have made, it is perhaps Howard who should be worried.
Pau Gasol was once coming off a strong Olympic performance and headed for a nice twilight run with Bryant. Now he's sitting glumly on the bench and on the trading block.
Steve Nash was once the Lakers' new symbol of eternal youth. Now, well, his aging body couldn't even last two games, and his flashiest move has been the opening-night pink sweater and man bag.
Mike Brown once had a new offense and a vote of confidence. Now he's got a permanent seat at his son's Mater Dei High basketball games.
Phil Jackson was once the retired coach the Lakers kept behind glass to be broken only in case of emergency. Now that glass has been shattered and Jackson has been discarded, never to coach here again.
There are those will say it is too early for such alarm. But nearly one-fourth of the season is already complete, and none of these questions even has a whiff of an answer.
Where is the owner?
Ironically, the roots of the Lakers' chaos can be found at what once had been the roots of their stability. Where is owner Jerry Buss? He has not been seen publicly in months amid rampant and sometimes dire speculation about his health. The Lakers have politely said he's unavailable for comment, claimed that he's still running the team, and asked that his privacy be respected.
No matter what's happening, it's clear what's not happening. The Lakers aren't being run with the same calm focus that once made Buss the best owner in professional sports. It is unknown whether it is an ailing Buss who has lost that focus or whether his lieutenants are running amok in his absence, but something has changed.
It is hard to imagine that the vision that Jerry Buss used to build 10 championships would have been involved in the three biggest reasons for this team's sudden downfall: the strange hiring of Mike Brown, the sudden firing of Mike Brown and the refusal to hire Phil Jackson to replace him.
Where is the general manager?
Mitch Kupchak is one of basketball's finest minds, and against all odds has proven himself to be a worthy successor to Jerry West. He could easily fill the void left by Buss' lengthening absence. But Kupchak has been busy baby-sitting the boss' son, Jimmy Buss, in the manner that David Spade once had to mentor Chris Farley in "Tommy Boy."
There is a feeling that if Kupchak had complete basketball power, the Lakers wouldn't be in this mess. That could happen only if Jeanie Buss were given complete control of the team, which many of the Lakers partners and city's power brokers are hoping happens.
But, for now, as long as Jimmy Buss has his father's blessing as the basketball boss, Kupchak must share that throne, and the ball is dropped on hiring Jackson, and a coach who is physically struggling and systematically questionable is dropped on the bench instead.
Where is the coach?


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Sully's suggestion to management 4 radio releases
Some of ya'll must have read this tweet:
I want to suggest to management when they're all ready to hear we throw them up on line and let all of you decide which one is best 4 radio.
I gave it a quick search in these forums. I couldn't find a thing. So let's have it!
Does anybody have any thoughts? One thing I'd like to say is this is a really cool interactive production where the listeners and the fans have a say into what get's released.
I gave it a few minutes of time thinking about how they can get that done. Of course they could let up the songs for a short time on facebook/myspace music players as much as the music player on this website.
If they gather stats about what get's viewed the most. Then it's simple, the top 3 or 4 played songs within a week or two get's the radio release!
This should be really cool. If they broadcast online about this in myspcae/facebook/twitter a whole bunch of us are going to be playing the songs. Mind you if they put up a radio interview, an article in rolling stone or some other commercial mag about how they are making this album fan interactive. That could draw a lot of viewers and participants.
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Sully Erna Offers Update on Godsmack Covers EP ...
Ok, so the idea is out already. But there's plenty more going on in that article.
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Ultimately management & Sully will decide the best way to go about doing this. After they come to a decision they will pass it on to me to pass on to all of you.
"Grab your gun, time to go to hell. I'm no hero guilty as charged..... Search & Destroy... "
Re: Sully's suggestion to management 4 radio releases
It's one of the easiest ways to get something like that done. I was wondering what anybody else would think. At any rate I was a bit ahead of the game. That tweet I referenced is published in the article.
We'll see if anybody else come's up with an idea on how to get that done. Another thing that came to mind is that it needs a clear announcement time. To let everybody know it's on. Newsletter, tweet, post, when it's on. With a publication that it will happen. If they go to radio air time. That's the hardest to schedule. So on.
I just thought it would be cool to have a fan interactive production! To see how many people would like to see that happen and if they have any ideas on how to get that done.
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Is there any info available yet as to what the cover songs are?
"Peaceful journeys"!!
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I can't tell just yet.... but soon!
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how soon? like Avalon DVD's out soon?


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---- — LOVILIA — Merlyn Edith Peters, 95, of Bussey, died June 28, 2013 at Pella Regional Health Center.
A graveside funeral service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Liberty Cemetery, outside of Bussey; the Rev. Raymond Doser officiating.
Visitation services will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Bussey United Methodist Church.
Memorial contributions may be made directly to the family or to the Bussey Community Library and left in the care of the Sinnott-Pierschbacher Funeral Home, 1904 E. Ave North, Lovilia, Iowa 50150.