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Following comments from billionaire investor Carl Icahn that he had taken a "large position" in Apple and discussed a larger buyback with Apple CEO Tim Cook, Apple's stock experienced a new six-month high of over $488 per share. Today, AAPL continues to climb and has passed the $500 mark for the first time in nearly eight months since January 23rd.
In an interview with The Wall Street Journal yesterday, Icahn noted that he expects Apple shares will soon rise above $600 and explained his proposal for increasing the stock buyback:
"This is a no-brainer to go buy stock in a company that can go borrow" at a low rate, Mr. Icahn said in an interview. "Buy the company here and even without earnings growth, we think it ought to be worth $625," he said, referring to the stock price, which closed Tuesday at $489.57, having risen 5% on the news of Mr. Icahn's investment.
Mr. Icahn's thesis rests on Apple borrowing at about a 3% interest rate and buying back shares right now, likely at around $525 a piece. A stock buyback can increase earnings per share by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
While Icahn didn't provide any financial details, WSJ adds that sources say his stake in Apple is now worth over $1.5 billion.
Apple responded to yesterday's news by saying that it appreciates "the interest and investment of all our shareholders" and that "Tim had a very positive conversation with Mr. Icahn today."
Apple's major multi-billion-dollar stock buy-back program launched earlier this year along with accelerated stock repurchasing suggested Apple expected its stock to climb, and some speculate that an even larger buyback proposed by Icahn could increase the AAPL stock value even further.
Piper Jaffray Apple analyst Gene Munster told WSJ that Icahn's investment "serves as an acknowledgment that better things could be coming from Apple over the next six months, which should help raise the company's stock." Also potentially helping Apple stock is the lead up to new products this fall, specifically new iPhone models, expected at an event reportedly scheduled for September 10th.
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It's sad how easily the stock can be inflated and deflated.
I see on my iPhone notification center is 502.50.
Better sell it NOW! :)


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Instead of focusing on offense and defense, a strategy that teaches communication skills may be sufficient for a successful
outcome in dogs with fear- or anxiety-related aggression. Owners can learn to communicate their intentions and their expectations
to their dogs. For example, a dog might hunch over its rawhide bone as its owner enters the room, probably expecting that
the treasure is about to be confiscated. A simple "good boy, relax" can be used to communicate that the bone is of no interest
to the owner.
To some degree, dogs can also be taught to communicate in ways that are clear to humans. Consider the dog that has been taught
to follow a command. The manner in which the dog responds can reveal quite a bit about its mood. A dog that immediately responds
to the command "lie down," that exhibits relaxed eye contact and gentle forward ears, and that does not attempt to spring
up or pull away is communicating a willingness to continue the interaction. However, a dog that plops down upon hearing "lie
down" but then quickly leaps up or remains down but stares stiffly with its ears back is communicating discomfort. Of course,
it may not be safe to continue the interaction with this uneasy dog, particularly if there has been a history of aggressive
behavior. Canine postures can be quite subtle, but educating dog owners to accurately identify and understand the implications
of their dogs' postural changes is an integral part of a successful treatment plan.
It is generally helpful to increase a dog's vocabulary. By training a dog to respond to many cues there will be increased
communication and therefore predictability in the relationship.
Finally but perhaps most important, it is essential to abandon the use of punishment in the treatment of dogs exhibiting aggression
toward their owners. Even if owner safety and dog welfare were not considered (which they should be!), there is the simple
fact that the delivery of punishment must be precise in both timing and intensity. Incorrectly applied, punishment routinely
increases fear and decreases predictability—the very conditions that created the aggression in the first place.
Of course, some dogs do calmly and confidently guard resources. They may lean forward, even giving a bit of a snarl or growl
when told to obey. If aggressive postures yield the desired results, then aggressive behavior is likely to escalate. In these
cases, a diagnosis of dominant behavior or dominance-related aggression may apply. But this behavior can be addressed safely,
without the use of fear-based tactics or physical force. Owners can be educated to reward desired behaviors and discontinue
rewarding unsafe or unwanted behaviors. Dogs can learn that calmly offering appropriate postures, rather than assertive or
aggressive postures, earns them all the resources they need. Reward-based training can be used to teach dogs to follow commands
with alacrity, eliminating the need for owners to shout instructions or pull their dogs physically.
We still have a lot to learn. Our understanding of canine behavior increases daily, with new behavior studies regularly being
published worldwide. Regardless of what we learn, there will never be a reason to abandon the humane treatment of our patients
or to risk fracturing the human-animal bond in the name of therapy.
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1. Bamberger M, Houpt KA. Signalment factors, comorbidity, and trends in behavior diagnoses in dogs: 1,644 cases (1991–2001).
J Am Vet Med Assoc 2006;229(10):1591-1601.
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Tri-Union Seafoods LLC is voluntarily recalling a limited amount of Chicken of the Sea Brand 7-ounce cans of solid white albacore tuna in water sold nationwide at Costco stores including both locations in Laguna Niguel, says the FDA.
Due to a labeling error, the product label does not state the product "contains soy," a recognized allergen, in the ingredients listing. While soy is known to be an allergen, there have been no reported illnesses, and Tri-Union Seafoods is issuing this voluntary recall to protect public health. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. This problem was identified during an internal audit of finished product at our canning facility, says the FDA.
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Democrats received 55 percent of health sector cash in the 2008 cycle and 51 percent in the 2010 cycle. However, in the 2012 cycle, contributions from the health sector favored Republicans once again, as they had traditionally. Certain industries, such as nurses, traditionally lean Democratic.
The health sector will be most affected in upcoming years by the successful passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in March 2010, a major restructuring of national health care policy. While the law was challenged, the Affordable Care Act was upheld in the Supreme Court in 2012.
The health sector's position on the law is split, but its main task now is to influence the implementation of the Affordable Care Act. Goals of doctors' associations include taking away the Independent Payment Advisory Board and other measures that may affect physician's salaries.
The health sector's lobbying efforts have yet to match the more than $552 million spent in 2009, when the health law was being crafted. In 2012, the sector spent more than $487 million on lobbying, more than $235 million of which came from the pharmaceutical industry. This collection of companies includes the Pharmaceutical Researchers and Manufacturers of America , Eli Lilly and Pfizer , which each spent more than $10 million on lobbying in 2012..
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If you are in Buenos Aires for business in Microcentro, then by all means stay in this lovely hotel. It's a bit old fashioned, which I like. The hotel bar/restaurant is nice and the rooms are small but scrupulously clean. The front desk staff all speak English, which helped us a lot.
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Excellent location and value
In the hustle and bustle of "el centro", the recessed driveway and columned entrance of the Claridge is your first view of this classy hotel..and the impression lingers. The lobby is handsome, the hotel staff is efficient and courteous. The conceirge very knowledgable and friendly. The breakfast was very good and lunch upon arrival was terrific, the wood panelled room obviously a preferred meeting place for businessmen and savvy tourists. The pool's a great respite from a busy day of sightseeing and shopping. The room was good with evening turndown service, just a little small. The bathroom..... OK, that was a little tight, maybe it's the bidet that takes up a few too many inches. My one complaint. The walls are a little thin and the bathroom vent duct seems to transmit or actually amplify conversation. Be careful what you say unless you want eveyone to know! And close the bathroom door so you don't feel you are sharing the room with strangers!
Great Old Style Hotel
Excellent hotel, staff was very helpful with all types of information whenever we needed them. Great location, steps from Calle Forida and just 4 blocks to the great Teatro Colon, if possible you must catch an opera there. Close to many great restaurants, although almost all restaurants in BA serve delicious food. VERY clean rooms. Our room faced the front of the bulding and the street noise was no higher than any noise you might find in a large city. The daily breakfast was not only delicious but also changed daily, don't pass it up. We ate in at least 10 different resataurants and only had one bad experience, you just can't go wrong with food in BA. Excellent time to go, take advantage of just how far the dollar can go now. Go to Iguazu National Park if you can and see the falls, HIGHLY recommended.
A lovely Hotel that is both comfortable and good value
This hotel is in a wonderful position, within yards of Av. Florida and only a block from Gallerias Pacifico, both for some of the best shopping around. Really helpful staff, excellent room but the smallest bathroom I've ever seen (but very well kitted out). That said I would still really recommend the Claridge without hesitation. A good international 4 star hotel that is comfortable, has very good facilities, welcoming and good value.
A quiet oasis in bustling Buenos Aires
A lovely 4 star hotel just steps away from Calle Florida, and a few blocks from Plaza Mayo, Puerto Madero, and other sites in BA. Lots of good restaurants nearby, including a wonderful parrillada just a few meters from the entrance.
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The rooms here are quite small, that's quite small not very small, but that is the only drawback I can find with this hotel and it is not enough to make me even look for somewhere else to stay when next visiting Buenos Aires.
This hotel is classy, and that's not because it has a pretty visage and portents of London, but because the staff really do look after you. In fact I would go as far as to say that the customer service was perfect. On arrival with no Peso's to pay for the taxi my US Dollars were taken, changed, and the driver paid before I could blink, and this standard of service continued throughout the visit.
Allied to this the breakfast was very good, the leisure facilities exceptional, and the location A1 in a smart, quiet street bang in the city centre.
Great hotel
I just got back from staying at the Claridge with my partner, and can wholeheartedly recommend this hotel. The staff was uniformly courteous and helpful, the room was clean and extremely quiet (we stayed in the main building, on the back facing the pool), and it is well-located. We had no problems as a gay couple; there was no 'weirdness' or rudeness from anybody. The complimentary breakfast was good, and the work-out room was much above average.
Nice hotel
Just came back from our first visit to BA, we picked the Claridge for our stay after being recommended by family and friends, hotel is nice, very clean, excellent service and good location if you want to be in the micro center, close to the pedestrian street Florida. The cons, our room was small, smaller than in some European hotels and lacked charm, bathroom was also small though very clean and well remodeled. They have a business center with free internet access, and a nice bar with a restaurant, a nice pool area in the 2nd floor with a snack/bar and a gym, but all this think small. Overall I would say was a good "value".
Beauty is only lobby deep
As the cab pulled into the circular drive in front of the Claridge, I thought "Wow!" look at this place! Beautiful Exterior!"
My favorite hotel in South America
I have stayed at The Claridge three times so far and wouldn't consider any other property in B.A. in the future. I have stayed at other hotels in B.A. many times as a former flight attendant but the past three times at the Claridge have been for vacation. I have requested rear facing rooms overlooking the pool and they have been enormous and quiet. The side facing rooms are smaller but still quite comfy. The location is great for shopping and local restaurants. Even though I stayed out very late in the evenings or shud I say till daylight, I never missed one breakfast! The surrounding area caters to all lifestyles and the staff was more than capable with opera tickets, car services, restaurant reservations and always eager to please. The hotel itself is elegant and the staff was always polished and very friendly..The pool area and health restaurant/bar tended to my every need and the masseuser and work out room made me feel very pampered. The terrycloth robes in each room are cozy and plush. You may purchase one upon check out. My last visit was is Feb and I plan another trip in at the same time in 2005. Weather was sunny everyday with an average temperature of approx 82F. This is the only place to stay in Buenos Aires. Go there, enjoy and come home with money!
Great hotel, great location
I stayed there with my Partner and his mother and aunt over Thanksgiving 2003. We had two rooms in the hotel. One looked over the front and one over the back.


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A New Albany woman has been charged in connection to six area break-ins, according to Floyd County court records.
Jessica I. Bridges, 25, of 1711 Lopp Ave., is believed by New Albany police to have been storing stolen property in the basement of her home that was taken from area homes during burglaries committed by her former boyfriend Charles Hall between August and November. Police say Hall, 37, of New Albany, is responsible for 40 separate break-ins in New Albany, Clarksville and Jeffersonville.
Following Hall's Nov. 9 arrest, he told New Albany Police Department investigators that some of the property he had stolen from area homes was still at Bridges' residence.
On Nov. 21, investigators spoke with Bridges at her home where she admitted that there was property, which she knew to be stolen, in the basement of her home that Hall had brought to the residence. Bridges took the investigators to the basement and pointed out which items she believed to have been stolen. The property included a Trinity High School 2011 football state champion ring, several jewelry boxes, watches, a laptop computer, a camera and loose costume jewelry.
Investigators spoke with Bridges again Nov. 26, at which time she told the investigators that Hall had told her several weeks before that the stolen property in the home was "hot," and that she needed to get rid of the items.
She continued to tell investigators, according to the probable cause affidavit, that she had previously contacted Louisville Metro Police Department, as she knew some of the property came from Louisville, but she could never speak with anyone. Investigators asked Bridges why she didn't tell them of the stolen property when police were in her home Nov. 9 looking for Hall. She told the investigators she tried, but kept getting cut off, according the affidavit.
Bridges was arrested Monday and has since been charged in Floyd County Superior Court No. 1 with six counts theft — receiving stolen property, all class D felonies.
If found guilty of the charges, Bridges faces a maximum of 18 years in the Indiana Department of Correction.


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Most articles, state that the tests used to diagnose are not specific and not accurate and vary from clinician to clinician and that the only reliable way to tell is SI joint injection with a steroid.
See poll below. However, I would like if you believe in SI Joint Dysfunction and why? If you do what is it based given the inaccuracy of the tests? Also, would you diagnose it as SI joint if the person has no major accident such as a car accident, no pelvic dislocation, no arthritis and non-pregnant and is middle aged? What is the basis of your answer? There seems to be a schism among the PT group, plus chiropractors and DO's versus all other doctors including GP's , pain doctors, surgeons etc.
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if yes SI problem caused by any type of injury67% (6)
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Unfortunately, I find your poll extremely difficult to understand and impossible to answer.
I will say that I have had problems with my sacroiliac for many years and is one of the multiple degenerative spinal conditions I manage.
I would like to know what "articles" you have found stating it can only be determined by injections. Thanks, and yes, your post was very fuzzy, but I got the idea, B
Yes it is and I'm sorry I messed up.It was my first making a poll. I have asked how to correct it and haven't received an answer yet.
Thanks for you input and sorry you have SI problems.
Yes I'll have to go back and search PubMed for the specific articles you have asked for but it is all over the PubMed or Medline peer reviewed articles state that SI joint tests are not specific or accurate and vary from clinician to clinician. There are several articles that state either in a retrospective study or in blinded studies that the SI joint block or steroid injection is the best most accurate way to determine if you have an SI joint problem, however that is not 100% or even 90 accurate either due to leakage. I agree with you that alot may be due to the ligaments in the area rather than hypermobilization (unless due to certain problems or pregancy). It isn't something I made up it is a concern I have because I'm trying to get diagnosed myself and don't know who to believe. There is also a book by Dr. Scott Fishman, pain doctor at UC Davis who states that contrary to popular believe the SI joint doesn't just go out of whack it is very stable especially in your 40's. The books is called the War on Pain. I have been diagnosed by two PT's with SI joint dysfunction and all the doctors say it is muskulo skeletal problem. So I dont know where to go next , 2/3 PT's injured me further and much worse than when I started so I'm not too happy.
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first of all - PT's are not doctors and cannot diagnose any conditions - they can speculate what they believe is wrong - the only way to get an accurate diagnosis is to be checked out by either an orthopedic spine specialist; neurosurgeon spine specialist; or pain management specialist
so what type of doctors diagnosed this as muscular skeletal problems?
I would take all your results and see an orthopedic spine specialist - if some results are more than 6 months old he/she may order new ones - not saying you need surgery but ortho spine specialist and neurosurgeon spine specialist are the best at reading the results. once that is done then they can direct you in the right treatment path.
I have SI joint problems along with piriformas problems - nerve damage in both legs (worse on left leg) and tenderness in my lower back at the L5 area - so tender no one can touch it - my surgery was 2 1/2 years ago and I'm worse now than before - before and after my surgery I've had all injections; nerve ablation; trial spinal stimulator implant - nothing has worked - and just recently found out i have a reaction to steroids - now i'm faced with either taking pain meds orally the rest of my life or getting the pain pump implant - which is a big step to decide -
take care and let us know how you are doing - Joy~~
Thanks for your info. I saw an orthopedic surgeon and he said my injury was not spinal, the pelivis, was in alignment and it was "dynamic" not structural. The MRI has looked great on two occasions. I am due for a Hip MRI to make sure there is nothing wrong there. I may be another more recent lumar MRI though to be sure since it has been a while. I saw a pain doctor and said it was chronic myofascial even though the first time I had the injury was 4 years ago and was pain free and doing all activiites for 1 1/2 years. I did yoga and go pain in the same place. It is a focal spot near the SI joint. I have had leg tightening down the back of my leg, and sometimes the calf gets tight. My foot also has heel problems mostly at night. I think it is plantars fasciitis from the achilles being too tight. It could also be some nerve pain radiating but I'm sure about that. My family practise doc thinks it is muskuloskeltal too like the ortho surgeon. Two PT's said it was SI joint but none of the doctors agree with that. So, I'm thinking of seeing a physiatrist (rehab/physical med doc) because after my last major injury I can't cross my leg right to put my pants on and it hurts to wash the privates. I can't bend either. I seem to pull it every two weeks. I don't know if it is a muscle pull or SI joint going out. In between I sit too much as it hurts but I walk about 30 minutes in the morning and 10 min. in the afternoon. I don't want the doc to hurt me though and I'm very worried about that. I wish I could go to the PT that helped me get out of this last time but I'm too weak now to do the exercises he had me do. Whatever the diagnosis is don't you think if the pain is in the same exact spot as before that I should be able to get out of this again if I can get strong enough? Can one walk their way out of atrophy? I know as I do more exercise I feel less pain but then I pull it again and back to square one. I think also that I didn't "reinjure or pull a muscle or pull it out " until I started going down on neurontin. But neurontin didin't help the pain. So, maybe it is nerve related.
thanks, in advance
I can get many other articles off of medline or pubmed. This is a really good article for anyone I am still reading. If you really want me to search pubmed I will but everywhere you read they say that the general thing about SI joint diagnosis is controversial and varies from clinician to clinician and that the tests used are inaccurate and non specific. I shouldn't have I said only diagnosed by injection but rather it is the most specific or accurate way and that it isn't that accurate either. If I said only that is not correct. Sorry again about the poll. But I have read a lot about this as I am still trying to get diagnosis and haven't been happy about what I have found in the publications.
You are so right. Pt's shouldn't be diagnosing. My doctor gave them specific instructions and said go to him he's the man! So I did and he didn't want to follow the doc's orders. I probably should have caled the doc then. Anyway, I saw an ortho surgeon and he said the MRI and bone scan were negative and looked great but I have a "dynamic" problem not spinal. I guess meaning from movement. I did see a pain doc but was so fearful I didn't let him do the exam. He questioned me for a while and said I have chronic myofascial. I am thinking of going to a physiatrist (rehab/physical medicine doc) because I can't dress myself and wash below the waist due to pain. I think she might be good diagnositcally and if I get more PT I would think they would be more gentle. Have you seen one? The PT that I went to said to get a Hip MRI to make sure. So, I am confused. As for your drug question. My sister in law had a morphine pump and it worked for a while but then it leaked spinal fluid (this isn't the first time I have heard of this) the ER took it out and sent her home. She went into major pain and withdrawal (even though they said she wouldn't go into withdrawal). She went to a drug rehab center and they watched her carefully and gave her certain drugs for nerve problems and now she got married and is out of bed and working again. She still has good and bad days but so much better. Think about things like lamictal plus antidepressants and probably a third drug if that doesn't help. I may do the same to lower my pain. What do you think? How did they diagnose the SI problem (which doctor and tests). Have you had an SI joint injection and was it painful? I know you can't take steroids now I am just asking for diagnosis is it very painful and worth it?
Thanks, and let me know how you are doing too.
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LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. —
Annually, the London-Laurel County Chamber of Commerce awards three outstanding teachers — one from elementary, middle, and high school levels — as "Teachers of the Year."
Students, parents, fellow teachers and the community at large are allowed to vote via nomination form. Once forms are returned, a Chamber of Commerce selection committee reviews the nominations, selects the top 20 nominees, and talks with school principals for the final selection process. The award is presented to new nominees each year at the organization's annual banquet.
The Teacher of the Year award is sponsored by Cumberland Healthcare Systems and each teacher is presented with a plaque and a $1,000 cash prize for their personal use.
This year's winners were recognized at the Chamber banquet on March 5. They were: Connie Shepherd from Wyan-Pine Grove Elementary School; Joey McKnight from North Laurel Middle School; and Chasity "Bo" White from South Laurel High School.
Shepherd teaches empathy, respect as well as reading and writing
By Carrie Dillard
Connie Shepherd, a teacher at Wyan-Pine Grove Elementary School, said, sometimes, teaching students how to act in social situations is just as important as classroom instruction, especially in this age group.
"In the real world, you have to be able to communicate," she said. "I try to teach them to get along with their peers, to be fair to each other and kind to each other."
Shepherd teaches fifth-grade reading and writing. One of the most important lessons in the fifth grade, she said, is responsibility. As students prepare to switch classes full-time in the sixth grade, she believes it is necessary to teach students to be independent.
Shepherd said she has very little discipline problems in her classroom. She practices mutual respect – giving respect to students and getting it back in return.
"There are very few rules in my classroom. I say, 'Within these walls, you are respected, safe, and you will learn.' I never want a child in my classroom to be scared or afraid (to ask for help).
"I care about their education. If they do their best, that's all I ask."
Shepherd has spent the last six years of her 28-year teaching career at Wyan-Pine Grove. She previously taught at Pittsburg Elementary, Hazel Green and Cold Hill elementary schools.
Shepherd earned her degree in elementary education from Eastern Kentucky University.
She has served as past PTO president at Wyan-Pine and volunteers at many after-school functions including sock hops, car shows and basketball games.
"I feel that it's part of my job," she said. "Teaching is not just in the classroom. It's being a role model, just like being a parent."
She and her husband, Alan, have three children. Their daughter, Jessica Jackson, is a teacher at Johnson Elementary; their daughter, Heather Williams, is in the nursing program at Eastern Kentucky University; and their son, Jacob Hensley, is in pre-law at the University of Kentucky.
The couple has been married for more than 20 years.
She loves to spend time as a family 4-wheeling, camping and swimming at the lake.
"Our children are our pride and joy. We all get together for family dinner every Sunday."
When students see her in everyday clothes, working concessions or selling tickets at the door of a ballgame, Shepherd said they begin to see her as "a regular person." This goes for parents just as well.
"It's a good time to fellowship with parents," she said. "The most precious thing to a parent is their child. When you get involved (outside of the classroom), and parents see you involved, they know we love their children. It lets them know you have their child's best interest at heart."
When Shepherd got the call that she had been chosen as Teacher of the Year, she was shocked.
"I was so proud. It's a wonderful honor."
Shepherd said she has "some of the best kids" this year.
"The Lord blesses me every day."
McKnight teaches science with songs
By Carol Mills
Staff writer
Joey McKnight, science teacher at North Laurel Middle School, was one of three individuals chosen by the London-Laurel County Chamber of Commerce from several nominations as a 2013 Teacher of the Year.
Annually, the Chamber chooses one teacher from the elementary, middle, and high school level to receive the awards, which were presented at the Chamber banquet on March 5 by Kathryn Hardman, director of Laurel County Adult Education and Literacy. Each teacher received a check for $1,000 from Cumberland Health Care.
McKnight, who is only in his second year at the school, is not a typical sixth-grade teacher.
According to Hardman, McKnight motivates children on the field and in the classroom. Several students commented on his creative use of music in teaching science, she said. His fellow teachers are motivated by his energy, and nearly all who nominated him commented on his ability to communicate well will faculty and parents, Hardman added.
"This is a big honor for me," said Joey McKnight, "especially in my second year of teaching. I love where I work and doing my job. I think the most important thing is to show the kids that you really care about them."
One parent said in her nomination for McKnight that he makes science fun for his child. "He has inspired my son to want to discover more about science on his own."
Another parent said he has made this very important subject fun for his child. His son is interested in science and is always asking questions and wants to learn more about science and how things work.
A student of his said he helps make science fun. "He lets us listen to a science song everyday."
McKnight, 25, is a native of Laurel County. He graduated from NLHS in 2006 and from Eastern Kentucky University in 2010.
"I thought that becoming a teacher would be a perfect job for me," he said. "I love kids. I want to be a good role model for them and try to have fun with them. Science was my favorite subject in school. You get to do a lot of experiments and hands-on things that kids get to enjoy."
White is surrounded by 'angels'
By Magen McCrarey
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Chasity "Bo" White, special education teacher at South Laurel High School, was one of three individuals nominated by the London-Laurel County Chamber of Commerce as a 2013 Teacher of the Year.
Annually, the Chamber of Commerce chooses one representative from the elementary, middle school and high school level to receive the award. The awards were presented at the Chamber banquet on March 5 by Kathryn Hardman, director of Laurel County Adult Education and Literacy.
White, who has taught for nine years, is not your typical teacher. She dreads Fridays because it is the end of the school week.
"I cannot wait until Mondays, and yes, I am a teacher," White said.
She describes her students as 10 of the "most amazing angels" and they each have very unique gifts.
"You may have heard it called 'special education' from others," she said.
South Laurel Principal David Cummins said he is very proud of White because of her dedication to her students. Cummins was White's former math teacher. He said he recognized early on that she genuinely cared for others.
"Teaching is not just a job," he said "It is a calling on one's life.
"She truly answered her calling. She motivates her students to go beyond their expected levels of performance," Cummins continued.
According to Hardman, White's nominations for the award came largely from parents. White was described as "happy" and "outgoing."
White was unable to attend the Chamber banquet. Accepting the award on her behalf were students, Jessica Bowman and Tanner Sibert. Both students serve as peer tutors in White's classroom.
A nominator described White as, "a strong advocate for human rights. She gives a voice to disabled individuals to be included and accepted in to the world around them. She is an asset for the school system."
Another stated that she "treats her students like they were her own."
White is with her students from the time they turn 14 years old until they become 18 or even 21. There's never been a moment she's not been confident in her passion for teaching. Her mother has even joked that she came out of the womb wanting to teach, she said.
"I was always the teacher's helper and always took care of everyone," White added.
White graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 2003 with a bachelor's degree in teaching moderate to severe disabilities K-13. The 34-year-old said she has an amazing adventure ahead of herself.
"I feel that my age has nothing to do with my teaching strategies, as everything we all do in life revolves around dedication. If you are not dedicated to what you do, then you are not able to do it to your best ability," she said, "My angels are what make me who I am. They teach me something new everyday that I am with them."
"I believe with all my heart that God has me exactly where he wants me and for that I thank Him everyday."


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The NorthWood High School Academic Teams dominated the NLC Conference Academic Super Bowl March 11, at Wawasee High School. As a result, the Northern Lakes Conference title returned to NorthWood for the 2012-2013 school year. Individual teams which earned first-place honors were: Fine Arts, Math, Science and Interdisciplinary. The English Team tied for first but earned second place based on a tie-breaker, and the Social Studies team finished second, missing first place by one question.
On March 4, the Academic Teams began their competition season by competing at the Warsaw Invitational Meet at Warsaw Community High School. The next competition will be April 16, at Northridge High School and will determine which teams earn the right to compete at the State Super Bowl which will be held on May 4, at Purdue University.


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As questions over Dulles toll increases and Silver Line funding continue, the Dulles Corridor Advisory Committee (DCAC) — which advises the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority on the Dulles Corridor — is preparing to give its own opinion on the issues.
The group will meet at 11 a.m. Oct. 5 in Herndon to hear updates about finance and construction of the Silver Line metrorail project, and also make recommendations on proposed toll rate hikes.
The committee, formed in 2007, has eight members: two each from Loudoun and Fairfax Counties, the Commonwealth of Virginia and the airports authority.
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chair Sharon Bulova is serving as chair of the committee; County Executive Ed Long also serves on the committee.
Loudoun County is represented by Board of Supervisors Chair Scott K. York and County Administrator Tim Hemstreet.
The group has met twice a year for the past several years. While the committee's purview includes any and all improvements to the corridor, the roadway and changes in toll structure, much of its discussion has involved Metrorail progress.
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The Avon Quarterback Club and Avon Football is helping the NFL raise Cancer Awareness.
The Avon High School Quarterback Club is coordinating with the National Football League and the Avon High School business department to raise money for the American Cancer Society through its Crucial Catch campaign.
Crucial Catch is an effort by the NFL to raise cancer awareness and money for the American Cancer Society.
At Avon's Aug. 30 football game against Westfield, the AHSQC will raise cancer awareness and money for the ACS while showing their support by being dressed in pink.
During the game against Westfield, fans will have an opportunity to purchase "shout outs" in honor of a loved one or cancer survivor.
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Pink T-shirts will be on sale for $10 starting Aug. 27 at the high school, while supplies last.
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The Brownsburg High School boys' basketball program will host its golf outing fundraiser Sept. 7 at West Chase Golf Course, 4 Hollaway Blvd., Brownsburg.
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Sign-up deadline is Sept. 4. Checks made payable to "Brownsburg High School – Boys Basketball," can be mailed to Steve Lynch, Brownsburg HS, 1000 South Odell Street, Browsnburg, IN 46112.
For more information, call Lynch at (317) 852-2258 or email to email@example.com.
Brownsburg host hoops clinics
Brownsburg High School boys' basketball coach Steve Lynch and his staff will host clinics every Sunday from Sept. 8 to Oct. 13 at the varsity gym.
The clinics are developmental workouts designed for fundamental growth before basketball season begins. Grades K-1 will run from 1:15-2 p.m.; grades 2-4 from 2-3 p.m.; grades 5-6 from 3-4 p.m.; and grades 7-8 from 4-5 p.m.
Cost is $75 and registration deadline is Sept. 5. Registration forms are available at the high school athletics office.
ACST holds registration
The Avon Community Swim Team will hold open enrollment for its learn to swim program.
Registration and evaluation for the Learn to Swim program are from 5:30 to 7 p.m. today and tomorrow. Practices will be on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, beginning Sept. 3.
Participants should enter the Avon High School pool from Door 21 and bring a swimsuit, goggles and towel.
For more details on the Learn to Swim program, visit acstswim.org or e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com.
AJAA volleyball sign-up set
The Avon Junior Athletic Association (AJAA) is currently registering online until today for its fall volleyball programs.
Registration is open to Washington Township girls in fourth through eighth grades and also offers a coed league for players in grades nine through 12.
For more information, visit the website at www.ajaaonline.com.
DBB holds fall baseball sign-up
The Danville Baseball Boosters are hosting a fall baseball league for 2013-14 high school aged boys.
The league is open to players in surrounding areas and begins Sept. 8.
For more information and sign-up forms, visit the website at danvillewarriorsbaseball.org, e-mail to firstname.lastname@example.com, or call Christine Tollison at 223-5709.


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What is the current Indiana law concerning marriage? Our state defines marriage in a singular way — between a man and a woman. As I discussed the merits of this law recently with an opponent, his challenges fell into two fundamental areas: fairness and civil rights.
One of the primary arguments for walking away from the logical, time-tested standard of marriage is the assumption that reserving marriage to a man and a woman is unfair or discriminatory. Hoosiers, known across the nation for their sense of fair play, rightly feel compelled to address this issue of fairness. It should therefore be admitted up front that because the definition of marriage is a standard, the application under the law will not be fair to some — the nature of a standard is that it is not always "fair."
Indiana law sets a standard for driver's licenses which some could argue is not fair to the young, the elderly, the blind or the intoxicated. Our election law restricts voters and those running for office to living in certain areas if they want to participate politically in that locality. During this last election season, many Indiana's laws were carefully applied to those who would have liked to be the exception to some of these rules — was that fair?
Marriage is not a universal entitlement open to anyone who has a passion and desires society's stamp of approval. For example, under Indiana law, a brother and sister or two 13-year-olds cannot marry, no matter how sincere their relationship. Love is not the only standard two people need to meet before they can be married. If our laws are overturned, and any two people can get married simply due to desire, why can't three men, why not a woman and two men? What if someday it's a man and a boy seeking "fairness"?
This point angers many proponents of same-sex marriage, but has anyone asked homosexual activists in the LGBT community if they intend to be unfair to their own members? What does the "B" stand for? If a man is married to a woman, but he is bisexual, can he also marry a man? To be fair, they must say yes, and the boundary of both bigamy and polygamy are gone. Little will be left of marriage, as we know it.
The largest polygamy organization in the U.S. has the slogan, "Polygamy: the Next Civil Rights Battle." This raises a similar claim that reserving marriage to a husband and a wife violates the "rights" of those with different sexual behaviors.
Much like the fairness claim, equating the proposed overturning of marriage law with a civil rights struggle can have an emotional pull (even though courts have rejected this sexual minority status analogy). We have already established above that the law is able to discriminate — when the legal qualifiers are reasonably necessary for the activity's normal operation.
This demonstrates just how much our view of marriage has been turned upside down. The essential public purpose of marriage is to attach men to women, fathers to mothers, and both to their children. Whatever two men may be; they are not a mom. Children have a right to a mother and a father.
Some are quick to note that not every husband and wife have children. Yet, every child does have a father and mother. This requires us to look at marriage not just from the desire of adults, but as a societal responsibility to the needs of children. Rosie O'Donnell once admitted on ABC's Primetime that her toddler son had often asked "Mommy, why no daddy?" Rosie's response was revealing, "Because I am not that kind of mommy." Yet, her son, like every other, is that kind of child who needs both a mother and a father.
If we change the standard for marriage into anything anyone desires, marriage will ultimately mean very little. Such an unraveling will weaken and devalue marriage and detach more children from mothers and fathers. This would neither be "fair" to children nor "right" for society.
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FLASHPOINT: The fairness of marriage
What is the current Indiana law concerning marriage? Our state defines marriage in a singular way — between a man and a woman. As I discussed the merits of this law recently with an opponent, his challenges fell into two fundamental areas: fairness and civil rights.
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Nearly three-quarters of Americans want to throw out most members of Congress, including their own representative, yet the vast majority of incumbents will be returning to Capitol Hill in January.
Flashpoint: Spreading the good word about marriage equality
If you blinked over the past month, you probably missed some news about marriage equality in Indiana.
FLASHPOINT: News about reality, not affirmation
The public's trust in the news media keeps dwindling. At the same time, Americans' political polarization keeps increasing.
FLASHPOINT: Solve our border crisis
More than 60,000 unaccompanied alien children — mostly from Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador — have been apprehended on America's southern border during this fiscal year.
FLASHPOINT: Living in peaceful communities requires collaboration
Hoosiers have the right to live in peace. Yet, too many of our friends and neighbors are currently living in fear.
Flashpoint: Will Gov. Pence be true to his word?
This is written in response to recent remarks made by State Board of Education members.
FLAHSPOINT: Supt. Glenda Ritz 'creating conflict'
It has been my pleasure for the past year to serve as the newest member of the Indiana State Board of Education. I bring a fresh perspective to the board as an attorney and business executive who served as Director of Economic Development under former Indianapolis Mayor Bart Peterson and President of the Indy Partnership, a regional economic development organization charged with recruiting new companies to our state.
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I recently signed on as an original co-sponsor to a bipartisan bill led by one of my Democrat colleagues from West Virginia that would stop the newly released Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations on existing coal-generated power plants.
Flashpoint: State's lawyer has duty to represent state in marriage lawsuit appeal
Recent federal court actions that first struck down Indiana's statute limiting marriage to the traditional definition, and then stayed that order pending appeal, have left many in our state in legal limbo. As the attorney who represents state government and defends its laws, I know this difficult case stirs many people's deeply held beliefs that touch their lives in very personal ways. Not since my office had to represent the state in lawsuits arising from the State Fair disaster has a dispute been so seemingly impossible to address in a way that the public would accept as being fair to all concerned.
Flashpoint: The Supreme Court decision and 'closely held' corporations
The much awaited Supreme Court decision in Burwell vs. Hobby Lobby came down this week. The court ruled in a 5-4 decision that the 1993 Religious Freedom and Restoration Act (RFRA) does cover "closely held" corporations, even if those corporations are for profit.
FLASHPOINT: HIP 2.0 gives consumers better choices
On Wednesday, the State of Indiana submitted its proposal for the Healthy Indiana Plan 2.0 to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Flashpoint: New Healthy Indiana Plan our best option
Some state-run health care exchanges — the brainchild of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) — have gotten off to a rocky start, to the point that they are turning to the federal government to pick up the pieces. Indiana's decision to try to expand the already-existing Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) in lieu of an exchange seems a more prudent choice every day.
FLASHPOINT: Planned Parenthood's dangerous sex coaching not worthy of funding
Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky's CEO, Betty Cockrum, recently waged a public relations campaign in newspapers across the state. Cockrum touted the need for Planned Parenthood's version of sex education for Hoosier teens.
Flashpoint: Address growing cyber threats
Over the past several months, we have seen firsthand that threats to our nation's cyber security are real and growing.
FLASHPOINT: Filing amicus briefs gives us voice in court
The United States Supreme Court and federal appeals courts decide important cases impacting the constitutional rights of everyone, the responsibilities of businesses toward consumers and the relationship between government and citizens. States such as Indiana have a stake in these questions, but how do states make their legal arguments known to the Supreme Court if they are not plaintiffs or defendants in the lawsuit the Court hears?
FLASHPOINT: Working toward an equitable, high-quality education system
Last month, I vowed to preserve and extend Indiana's ESEA Flexibility Waiver from certain aspects of No Child Left Behind. Because Indiana schools rely upon the flexibility of federal dollars afforded to them through the waiver, it is important that Indiana extend its waiver.
FLASHPOINT: EPA must not ignore Hoosier families
Last fall, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy embarked on a national listening tour to gather feedback on possible new energy regulations. Notably absent from her itinerary was Indiana or any other Midwest state that generates a high percentage of electricity from coal.
FLASHPOINT: Hoosier children deserve more than just a photo op
Earlier this year the state legislature approved a pilot program for early childhood education. Prior to the law's passage, Indiana trailed Mississippi and was one of only nine states not providing state funding for pre-K education programs.
FLASHPOINT: Low college attainment puts our state at a serious disadvantage
For many of us, the phrase "Big 10" brings to mind the spirited competition that comes with college sports.
FLASHPOINT: Strong copyright law supports journalism and informed communities
Every day, city hall reporters at local newspapers distill hours of city council meetings into cogent stories that inform readers about how their elected officials are spending their tax dollars.
FLASHPOINT: Teens need comprehensive, accurate education about sex
May and June are exciting months for our teens. Proms, graduations and the usual end-of-school-year milestones are rites of passages we all anticipate and enjoy.
FLASHPOINT: Alliance champions area collaboration
Too often it is not the lack of funding that causes initiatives to stall and fail but the lack of a process to mobilize action.
Flashpoint: Consumer-driven health care key to solving Indiana challenges
As physicians, we have a core principle belief that every citizen should have the opportunity to access quality, affordable healthcare. Unfortunately, too many of our citizens go without basic, necessary care for a variety of reasons, a problem that is particularly acute for low-income Hoosiers.
FLASHPOINT: The justices — and the scramble for campaign cash
Many trends in American politics and government today make me worry about the health of our representative democracy. These include the decline of Congress as a powerful, coequal branch of government, the accumulation of power in the presidency, and the impact of money on the overall political process.
Flashpoint: Immigrant, refugee mothers struggle to protect families
In 2004, I brought my small family from Darfur to the United States of America, leaving my mom, sisters, brothers and relatives back home. On this Mother's Day, I wanted to use this opportunity to send wishes to my mom for the first time in my life and talk about the importance of keeping families together.
FLASHPOINT: Government as innovator? You bet!
Five years ago, the federal government spent $169 billion to fund basic research and development. This fiscal year, it's down to $134 billion.
FLASHPOINT: The legacy of Pope John Paul II
John Paul II is to be canonized a saint today, April 27.
FLASHPOINT: Newspapers and baseball: Two great institutions are evolving
There are few aspects of American life that are the same today as they were 100 years ago. Two of them are newspapers and baseball.
FLASHPOINT: Heading in the wrong direction
A study released last week by the Tax Foundation reported Indiana taxpayers saw one of the sharpest increases in tax burden since 2001. Dig deeper and the numbers are more alarming.
FLASHPOINT: Time to fix government
In 1965, the chairman of the powerful Ways and Means Committee, Wilbur Mills, brought legislation establishing Medicare and Medicaid to the floor of the U.S. House. That was my first year in Congress, and I remember vividly the moment when Mills came to the Democratic caucus to explain his plans.
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The medical examiner's office has identified the victim as Youjun Wang, a 44-year-old Millbrae resident.
The accident was reported at 6:21 p.m. near Post and Taylor streets. Wang's car began rolling backward and he tried to stop it, but got pinned between it and a parked vehicle behind it, according to police.
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Yesterday he called me and told me he didn't have time to meet me after work because he was going to spend the evening at the University working on work related stuff... I pointed out to him that work was supposed to be left at work.... He said he was doing what he wanted but eventually called me later and said that he would be coming home. He had told me the night before that he was going to put his things away from around the house from him moving in as the house is currently trashed... I work all day and last night I had class until 9pm so I was appreciative that I wouldn;t have to walk home into another mess. However when I got home, he was cleaning the animals cage and baking cookies and bread and spaghetti but he never cleaned up so the house is even messier and it is difficult for me to try to finish up my degree and do hw when I can't find anything or the house is a complete mess. Its just so irritating. Any thoughts or suggestions?
Since by all accounts you've given here he doesn't seem interested at this point in even being in your marriage, why are you planning on having children with this man?
So he cooked dinner and baked cookies. And cleaned the animal cage. It's not like he came home and sat on the couch. Yeah, he should've cleaned up but guess what--jobs like that are WAY quicker with two people doing it. What was wrong that you couldn't help clean up?
I'm sorry but I'm starting to get the impression that maybe he stays away because of the tension and nagging? Yes, he needs to man up and do what he needs to do, but it seems that no matter WHAT he does you let him know in no uncertain terms it's not good enough.
What the two of you need to do is take a weekend, get all his things unpacked, and clean the house from top to bottom. Make a daily/weekly chore list, and stick to it. That way you come home, do a few chores, and you have more time to devote to studying and to your relationship. How messy can it (should it??) get with just two people living there? There are 6 of us here and I keep a very clean house. You've both got to be on board with the housework or it just won't get done and you'll have yet another thing to fight about.
And you're still convinced the two of you are going to (or should) have children together?
Oh. My. This is not going to work if you don't get some serious counseling..Together. And if both of you don't want to be there it's not going to work at all.
Its not going to happen.
Post us some good things about your relationship Newlywed, please.
What has kept you there this whole time?? What was the relationship about before you were married??
Raising kids?? If you cant sit down and tell him , how your day was without an arguement or disagreement, why the heck are you even discussing this ???
Communication seems to be the issue (or so you think). Work on being able to hold a convo on ANYTHING without any issues and start there. Keep away from accussing words...as described before on here from another.
Do you think he's going to wake up one day and say, "Oh, heck yeah..I'm stayin' home this weekend and changin' diapers!! To heck skiing with my buddies!"
SOOOO not gonna happen.
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A registered nurse visiting from California used her skill Friday to free a young osprey tangled in fishing line.
Sarah Grays, her husband, Mark Grays, also a registered nurse, their son, DeMarco, 14, and her father, Ed Hogenson, were kayaking and fishing on Lake Haviland.
They were paddling quietly toward the shore to get a better view of an osprey on a log when they noticed the bird's plight.
The bird was completely immobilized.
"It was tangled, literally, hook, line and sinker," Sarah Grays said. "A hook was snagged in the top of the left wing; a tuft of feathers on the same wing was caught in fish line, which also wrapped around its legs and tail and, finally, the log."
Grays put her jacket over the bird's head to calm it and then spent 20 minutes with fingernail clippers and needle-nosed pliers snipping the restraints.
All the while an osprey in a nearby snag and one in flight called out.
"When I was done, I put a kayak paddle at its feet to step on and lifted it onto a log," Grays said. "The bird seemed stunned at first but then it gathered its wits and began checking its moving parts."
When it decided it was free to go, the osprey took flight and joined the others.
"I felt so badly," Grays said. "I wish people would pick up their things."
Right on, said Joe Lewandowski, a spokesman for Colorado Parks and Wildlife.
"If people used their head, she wouldn't have had to go to the trouble," Lewandowski said. "But we see this every year. In fact, a lot of wildlife gets caught up like this."
People who don't have the confidence to do what Grays did can call a campground host or Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Lewandowski said. Immediate response can't be guaranteed though, he said.
"In this case, she did the right thing," Lewandowski said. "We congratulate the woman."
The osprey is a large predator – 24 inches in length with a wing span of up to 6feet and a weight of 4.5 pounds.
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Eagan resident Michael Brodkorb—a former Senate staffer whose meteoric rise in the GOP ranks once made headlines—now faces criminal charges in connection to a traffic accident in January.
Lilydale City Attorney Thomas Lehmann charged Brodkorb with two misdemeanor counts of fourth-degree DUI, one misdemeanor count of careless driving and one petty misdemeanor seatbelt violation, according . If convicted on one of the DUI charges, Brodkorb could face a maximum of 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. The seatbelt violation is a petty misdemeanor punishable with a $300 fine.
Brodkorb was seriously injured in the accident, which occurred just after 9 p.m. on Jan. 23 along the Interstate 35E bridge near Lilydale.
Police say Brodkorb was driving in the northbound lanes of I-35E when the vehicle he occupied, a 2004 Subaru Forester, ran off the right side of the road and struck a cement wall, according to the state patrol. The vehicle then careened back across the northbound lanes and hit the median wall, where it came to rest.
He was the only occupant of the vehicle at the time, and no other vehicles were involved in the crash.
An investigation revealed the former Republican staffer had an alcohol concentration of 0.10, above the limit of 0.08 for impaired driving, according to a urine sample analyzed by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
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Valpo Comeback Falls Short Against Central Michigan
Tuesday, November 23, 2004Mt. Pleasant, Mich. ? Central Michigan raced out to a 15-2 lead and, despite Valpo's strong second-half comeback, held on to defeat the Crusaders 68-55. Ron Howard led Valpo (0-2) with 12 points.
The Chippewas (1-1) jumped out to a 12-0 lead by making their first five shots. Kevin Nelson, who led CMU with 16 points, scored six during the opening run, while fellow guard Giordan Watson netted the other six. A 3-pointer by Tony Bowne extended the Chippewas' lead to 15-2 with 16:43 remaining in the half.
Valpo trimmed its deficit to eight (20-12) at the 9:08 mark, but CMU outscored the Crusaders 15-6 the rest of the half to take a 35-18 lead at intermission.
In the second half, Howard and Ali Berdiel hit consecutive 3-pointers and Kenny Harris and Dan Oppland each made a layup during a 10-0 run to pull Valpo within 41-34 with 16:07 left. CMU pushed its advantage to 11 (45-34) before Howard tallied five points during a 6-0 run to bring the Crusaders within five (45-40) with 10:36 remaining. After CMU regained a seven-point lead, Shawn Huff drained a jumper to cut the deficit to five (47-42) with under 10 minutes left.
Led by Nelson's four free throws, CMU went on a 10-0 run to expand its lead to 57-42 with 6:49 left. Valpo could get no closer than 11 the rest of the game.
Central Michigan held an advantage at the free throw line, making 27 of 35 (77 percent) to Valpo's 16 of 24 (67 percent). Valpo shot 36 percent (18-50) from the floor to CMU's 42 percent (19-45). The Crusaders outrebounded the Chippewas 36-31 as Harris topped Valpo with seven boards.
Oppland and Berdiel scored nine points each for Valpo, while Bowne had 15 and Watson added 13 for CMU.
Valpo hosts Charlotte in the home opener on Saturday beginning at 7:05 p.m.
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