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Don't just read about D&D's latest news and announcements -- listen to them as well! And where better to find inside information than from the very halls of Wizards of the Coast.
Jennifer Clarke Wilkes, Greg Bilsland, and Chris Tulach led the following seminar at this year's Gen Con Indy, covering the D&D Encounters program. For those who could not attend, we wanted to offer the following information. For more on the program, visit our D&D Encounters page—and be sure to see if it's being run at a location near you!
05:55—Charcter creation, moving forward.
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Season 3: "Season of Serpents", taking place in the Nentir Vale/Keep on the Borderlands. Sept. 22 – Feb. 2, 2011 (5 chapters)
Season 4: Feb. 9 – May 4, 2011 (3 chapters).
Season 5: May 11 – Aug. 3, 2011 (3 chapters).
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Do Your Cosmetics Contain Chemicals Known to Cause Cancer?
The California Department of Public Health unveils new website that offers consumers information on cosmetic products.
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"This website is a unique, searchable database that lets consumers make informed decisions about cosmetic use," said Dr. Ron Chapman, CDPH director and state health officer.
Visitors to the website will be able to search the California Safe Cosmetics Program (CSCP) Product Database by product name, company name or chemical ingredient.
The term "cosmetics" is defined by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as all non-soap products applied to the body for the purpose of cleansing, beautifying, altering appearance, or promoting attractiveness. Soaps that claim cosmetic enhancement such as softening, moisturizing, or deodorizing are also covered under the Act.
As of November 2013, approximately 475 companies had submitted product information on roughly 30,000 products to CDPH's California Safe Cosmetics Program. The website also includes educational information to help users learn how exposure to chemicals can affect their health and what is known about specific chemicals.
"Inclusion in this website means a product contains a chemical that has been identified as a known or suspected carcinogen or reproductive toxin by one of the authoritative bodies named in the Safe Cosmetics Act such as the International Agency for Research on Cancer or the National Toxicology Program,'' said Dr. Chapman. "It does not mean that the cosmetic product itself has been shown to cause cancer, but since most products are not extensively tested for safety, providing information on chemical components will allow consumers to make more informed choices."
The CSCP created this website to make information reported by cosmetics companies under the California Safe Cosmetics Act of 2005 publically available. The Act requires cosmetics companies to report to the California Safe Cosmetics Program if their products are sold in California, the company has more than $1 million per year in aggregate cosmetic sales, and products containing any chemical ingredient that has been found to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
Product reporting is required regardless of the amount of the reportable chemical in the product. Inclusion of a product in the reporting database does not necessarily mean the product has been shown to cause harm.
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We were discussing the megapractice down the road. This practice had been amassing negative online client reviews for months—at
the same time that my friend's clients were posting glowing reviews of his small startup clinic.
But suddenly, the megapractice had garnered 30 five-star reviews in a matter of weeks, all from "clients" who had all—coincidentally?—given
five-star reviews to a slew of other unrelated businesses across the United States. Either these reviewers were traveling
cross-country together, reviewing the same random businesses, or the competition was buying their praise. Unbelievable.
However, the fear of competition stealing clients can also make for a stressful situation—especially when your rivals play
dirty. In my years as a veterinarian—working at a fledgling startup practice, a megapractice, and now at a three-doctor clinic
in an area where new practices are constantly opening—I've dealt with many different competitors. I've led strategic planning
sessions for veterinary organizations, clinics, and corporations, and dealing with veterinary competition is one of the most
frequently discussed topics.
In facilitating these discussions, as well as leading veterinary teams on the ground, I've discovered some excellent tactics
for addressing rivals. It's time for the gloves to come off so you can focus your energy on tackling what's most important:
your practice. Here are six tips for handling interclinic aggression without stooping to your competitor's level.


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4:34pm Monday 26th November 2012 in News By Emma Streatfield, Senior Reporter
THIEVES have struck again at a Hampshire building site for the second time in 10 days.
They took £3,000 worth of lead flashing from the porches of eight unfinished homes on the Abbotswood building site.
This follows the stealing of copper cabling, boxes of ironmongery and two garage doors worth a total of £1,000 from three unfinished flats on the Abbotswood site between Friday, November 16 and Monday, November 19 - the third such metal theft incident on the site in three weeks.
This latest incident happened between last Friday and yesterday and it is thought that the offenders accessed the building site by removing a fencing panel along the perimeter fencing.
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What makes football even more exciting? How about a wager between two sheriffs?
That is the case for this Sunday's AFC Championship between the New England Patriots and the Baltimore Ravens.
Middlesex Sheriff Peter J. Koutoujian and Baltimore City Sheriff John W. Anderson spoke by phone Friday and agreed to a friendly wager on the outcome of Sunday's Patriots-Ravens AFC Championship Game, according to Koutoujian's office.
"It was great to speak with Sheriff Anderson today. I always enjoy having the opportunity to talk with my colleagues from other parts of the country," said Sheriff Koutoujian. "He was clearly optimistic the Ravens will win Sunday, but I'll take Tom Brady and Bill Belichick any day - especially this Sunday."
Should the Patriots win, Sheriff Anderson has pledged to send Maryland Crab Soup from Bo Brooks Restaurant to Koutoujian, while if the Ravens win Sheriff Koutoujian plans to send New England Clam Chowder from Legal Sea Foods to Baltimore, according to Koutoujian's office.
Each Sheriff plans to share half of their winnings with staff and donate the other half to a local shelter. Sheriff Koutoujian plans to send the Crab Soup from Baltimore to the emergency shelter for REACH Beyond Domestic Violence.
The New England Patriots will host the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, Jan. 20 at 6:30 p.m. The game will air on CBS.
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Wife is still pushing a move to a new town
The commander hasn't figured out exactly which one she wants to move to yet. She's had job offers from her company for any of these cities, and it's now up to where I can get a job, and where she can find a college that has the major she's wanting (music education), with a schedule that is workable with her schedule.
I'm not looking forward to moving from Memphis, I love what I do here, but as the wife points out, It's time to face it, It's time to get out of Dodge. The polictical agenda, media agenda, and our city's crime rate are all getting worse, department morale is horrible, and many officers are fleeing the sinking ship. I want to try and stick it out, in hopes that things will get better, but I think in reality the boss is right.
We're looking at moving to one of the following cities:
Maryville, TN
Oak Ridge, TN
Knoxville, TN
Chattanooga, TN
Tallahassee, FL
Pensacola, FL
Mobile, AL
Anyone have any advice? I would love to move to the gulf coast, but I'm not keen on the whole starting over from scratch at an academy again... I would consider a short academy time, a lateral class or something, but I'm weary of starting over. I've also been advised that i'm not allowed to go to a lock-in academy, although I'm sure I could change her mind if it's not too long, afterall, she knows I love this job and am only considering moving anywhere because I'm and I love her.Here Speeder, Speeder, Speeder
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If I remember right Florida has a three week academy for certified from out of state. I would take the gulf coast.
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Following an autopsy on Sunday, doctors are conducting more tests this week to determine the cause of death of the missing diver whose body was found off the Palos Verdes Peninsula on Aug. 18, said a Los Angeles County Coroner's Office spokesperson.
Rebecca Weiss, 50, was reported missing Aug. 11 after she did not return home from free diving in a cove below the Terranea Resort in Rancho Palos Verdes. Her husband, Alan Weiss, found her car parked in a nearby public access lot and her dive bag near the beach.
Recreational divers found the body below the former Marineland site less than three hours after Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department volunteers, friends and family members had begun canvassing the area, handing out fliers and asking people if they had seen Rebecca Weiss.
According to Lt. Holly Francisco of the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau, Weiss was wearing dive gear when she was discovered, though Francisco did not know whether the gear included weights.
The sheriff's department closed off access to the beach once the body was discovered, and divers swept the area for additional evidence.
A witness told deputies Saturday that he saw a dive bag sitting on a towel near the beach on the day Rebecca Weiss disappeared.
"I noticed that bag there, like all day," said Daniel, who declined to give Patch his last name and who often kayaks in the area where Weiss disappeared. "It was there a lot longer than the typical dive would last."
Involvement of the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau in the search spurred speculation that the disappearance had turned into a possible murder case; however, Francisco told the Los Angeles Times that the bureau also investigates drownings as part of its mission.
Investigators have no reason to disbelieve the account given by the missing woman's husband and have no person of interest in the case, the lieutenant said.
Detectives interviewed Alan Weiss on Wednesday as part of normal police procedure, and he gave investigators the same information that he gave them when he reported his wife missing. He has cooperated fully with the missing persons investigation, Francisco said.
She declined to answer any questions relating to surveillance video from the resort.
Anyone who may have seen Weiss diving on Aug. 11 should contact the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.


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Availability: Embassy Suites Houston Downtown
King Suite with Sofa bedMax Occupancy: 4 guests (up to 3 children, 3 infants)
Parkview Suite - 2 Queens with Sofa bedMax Occupancy: 6 guests (up to 5 children, 5 infants)
Corner Suite - King with Sofa bedMax Occupancy: 4 guests (up to 3 children, 3 infants)
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Art Deco aparthotel in Houston near Toyota Center
This eco-friendly aparthotel is located in the heart of Houston, walking distance from Discovery Green and Toyota Center. Also nearby are Minute Maid Park and Downtown Aquarium.
Property Features
In addition to a restaurant, Embassy Suites Houston Downtown features an outdoor pool. Other amenities include a bar/lounge and complimentary wireless Internet access.
Room Amenities
Plasma televisions come with premium digital channels. Guestrooms also feature kitchens, complimentary wireless Internet access, and complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
Embassy Suites Houston Downtown Amenities
- General
In addition to an outdoor pool, Embassy Suites Houston Downtown provides a spa tub and a 24-hour fitness center. The aparthotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wired and wireless Internet access.
This 3.5-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center and small meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 6000 square feet (557 square meters) include conference/meeting rooms. This Art Deco aparthotel also offers a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands. A complimentary area shuttle within 2.5 mi is available for guests. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).
Embassy Suites Houston Downtown is a smoke-free property.
- Number of floors - 19
- ATM/banking
- Bar/lounge
- Conference space
- Express check-out
- 24-hour fitness facilities
- Beach/pool umbrellas
- Rooftop terrace
- 24-hour front desk
- Elevator/lift
- Total number of rooms - 262
- Express check-in
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Pool sun loungers
- Conference space size (meters) - 557
- Number of meeting rooms - 6
- Conference space size (feet) - 6000
- Smoke-free property
- Spa tub
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Free breakfast
- Concierge services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Laundry facilities
- Meeting rooms
- Multilingual staff
- Valet parking (surcharge)
- Luggage storage
- Restaurant
- Room service (24 hours)
- Complimentary reception
- Year Built 2011
- Area shuttle (complimentary)
- 24-hour business center
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Outdoor pool
- Television in lobby
- Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi , Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi , Free wired high-speed Internet
- Parking
Valet parking (surcharge)
- Room Amenities
- Complimentary weekday newspaper
- Premium TV channels
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Climate control
- Phone
- Free local calls
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free Wi-Fi
- iPod docking station
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- In-room massage available
- Sofa bed size
- Sofa bed
- Cribs/infant beds available
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Digital TV service
- Separate living room
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Plasma TV
- Dining
Guests are offered a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each morning.
Embassy Grill - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.
- Recreation
An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessibility equipment for the deaf
- Accessible bathroom
- Braille or raised signage
- Accessible parking
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
Embassy Suites Houston Downtown Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
- Check-out
Check-out time is noon
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- Pets
Pets allowed, Only dogs and cats are allowed
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
No rollaway/extra beds available
- Fees
- The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Valet parking fee: USD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
- Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
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- A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party CertifiedThis property participates in LEED Silver, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.


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Situated on a scenic 30 acre farm overlooking the serene South Fork Holston River, Riverstead is a luxurious stay-over spot for your culinary excursion to Town House. Originally constructed in 1903, the Victorian farm house underwent a complete restoration in the winter and spring of 2009. Today Riverstead offers a quiet retreat with two guest rooms comfortably appointed in elegant farm house style with luxurious modern amenities.
Boasting two rooms with king beds, guests luxuriate in bathrooms where a claw foot soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower and double sink sit on floors with radiant heat. Guests enjoy organic bathroom essentials and organic cotton robes and may make use of a luxurious farm kitchen with a fridge fully stocked with drinks, breakfast pastries and other must-have snacks.
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ATLANTA - The Southeast Division of McCarthy Building Companies Inc. recently announced its selection as construction manager by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District for the Winn Army Community Hospital renovation project on Fort Stewart.
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Transportation is launching a three-year private road maintenance contract for Interstate 95 along the coast.
WASHINGTON - In an effort to address military spouses' employment challenges, the Defense Department today launched a program to expand career opportunities for military spouses worldwide, and to recognize the skills and talents they bring to the employment table.
ATLANTA – State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said Thursday that the preliminary unadjusted unemployment rate in the Coastal Georgia area increased to 8.9 percent in May, up one-tenth of a percentage point from a revised 8.8 percent in April. The jobless rate in the Coastal Georgia area in May a year ago was also 8.8 percent.
WaterWays Township, a 2,300-acre gated, planned community in south Bryan County, recently announced "Catch the Current," a series of previews to introduce its coastal lifestyle to the area.
When you invest, you take some risks. While you can't totally avoid these risks, you can take steps to help reduce their impact and increase your comfort level. And the more comfortable you are with your investments, the easier it will be to follow a long-term strategy that can help you meet your goals.
SAVANNAH - Vision Airlines is dropping its service to Savannah three months after the charter carrier added the coastal Georgia city to its schedule.
SAVANNAH - Alec Poitevint has been elected to serve a second year as board chairman of the Georgia Ports Authority.
Two Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield budget analysts recently received Department of Defense Certificates of Achievement.
The following property transfers were recorded with the Bryan County Clerk of Court from June 6-10:
FHA Streamline interest rate reduction programs have much to offer. Have an FHA mortgage already? If yes, then the streamlined mortgage may be just the answer if the value of your house or credit has ever been brought into question by a mortgage lender.
WASHINGTON - Merchants triumphed over bankers in a battle for billions Wednesday as the Senate voted to let the Federal Reserve curb the fees that stores pay financial institutions when a customer swipes a debit card. It was murkier, however, whether the nation's consumers were winners or losers.
Kermit Griffin, executive director and chef at Richmond Hill City Center, recently announced the appointment of Andrea M. Powers as director of sales at the multi-use meeting and event facility.
The following property transfers were recorded with the Bryan County Clerk of Court from May 27-June 6:
SAVANNAH - The Georgia Ports Authority moved more than 29 million tons of cargo, 3 million 20-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) and more than 700,000 auto and machinery units in fiscal year 2014.
Georgia annual back-to-school sales-tax holiday is this weekend.
BRUNSWICK - The Georgia Coastal Management Program's Coastal Advisory Council's 2014 annual meeting will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday at the Susan Shipman Environmental Learning Center, 1 Conservation Way in Brunswick.
Coastal Endodontics announced the addition of a new dentist to its staff. Dr. Matthew Palazzolo, a board eligible endodontist with a certificate in Endodontics, is an active member of both the American Association of Endodontists and the American Dental Association, according to a press release.
U. S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency Administrator Juan Garcia reminds farmers, ranchers and other agricultural producers that Aug. 1 is the deadline for local FSA county committee nominations.
Being former soldiers, Kevin Ryan, Dan Sartin and Jeff Hyatt have a common bond that's typical of all uniformed personnel, whether they're military, law enforcement or firefighters. They also share a love for good beer.
Georgia's net tax collections for June totaled $1.76 billion for an increase of $182.25 million, or 11.5 percent, compared to the month-ended June 2013, Gov. Nathan Deal announced this week.
Dealing with termites costs over two billion dollars a year in the United States. In Georgia alone residents pay between two hundred million and three hundred million dollars for remedial control and repair of damage done by termites.
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The 3500 square feet villa is on a very private, 2/3 acre lot with ocean and rain forest views. The beautiful swimming pool is partially shaded by a picturesque "Corteza Amarillo" tree.
The villa has "Almond Wood" hardwood floors in the living area including bedrooms. The full kitchen has black granite counter tops. All appliances, pots, silverware, china and coffeemaker are included in the kitchen. The gazebo has both gas Bar-B-Q and 4 burner cook-top with ocean views. Master bathroom has 2 large bowl sinks, jet powered spa, bidet and large windows with a view of the rain forest. The house a large, flat screen TV, amplifier with whole house, surround sound, speaker system. The house has 10 fans and air conditioning. The large master bedroom has a king bed and the second spacious suite has a full bath with two queen beds.
The house is on a hill top with wonderful 120 degree views of Nicoya bay and the hilltop location gives one a unique sense of Privacy with no neighbor to look in. The subdivision is 3 miles from the ferry station but it is advisable to rent an SUV so short day trips to Nicoya, Samarra, Carillo, Tambor, Paqueras ( Tortuga island snorkelling ) can be done.
Renters have access to a near by grocery and liquor store. The store also provides DVDs and books free of charge.
Concierge service is also included. The "Roma del Mar" development has 2 private beaches and a private pier for fishing.
There are numerous beaches close by (Playa Blanca 5 kms away) and a golf course at the Tambor Bay.
A one time payment of $100 is required for cleaning the villa both before and after the rental. All day maid for cooking is available through the manager and a massage specialist manicurist/ pedicurist available - reservations through management.
. The internet access and the router is free.
Location Description: Playa Naranjo, Puntarenas, Costa Rica (next to Cabo Blanco on (website hidden) map), Central America. Fly to Liberia Airport (Code: LIR). Two hours drive from Liberia aiport and 5 minute drive from Puntarenas/Playa Naranjo Ferry.
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Absolutely fantastic!!!! 5 Stars!!!! We loved our stay! It is a very beautiful home, has amazing views, excellent service, just perfect. Raj was very prompt in his communications. Arlene, who manages the property, also answered all of our questions and went above and beyond to make sure we had a good stay. The house was very clean and well maintained. The pool area was immaculate. The neighborhood was quite nice, with lots of birds and nice areas to walk around. Highly recommended.
This house is amazing!! Everything about it was perfect. I came to CR for my 26 birthday with my boyfriend.Villa is Pretty much on the beach only a 3 minute walk. BEAUTIFUL view, so peaceful & relaxing. Really did have all the amenities you could need. TV,blue ray player,wifi, everything! The Bose sound system through out the entire villa is what we really enjoyed as well as the beautiful infinity pool over looking the ocean. Also a plus was the ferry is very close to the villa approx 7 min drive (due to dirt roads). Arlene the property manger was very helpful with questions & bookings. Another great thing was we got massages right on the back patio, didn't have to leave. The villa was very clean upon arrival , & all in all we REALLY enjoyed our stay. Would totally stay in the villa for future trips. It was great :) Thank you Raj for hosting us! We loved it
We just returned from an idyllic vacation at Roma del Mar. The house, the views, the pool, the activities - all perfect. Raj was terrific to work with, as was Arlene. Don't miss booking massages with Anja or a delicious fun filled dinner cooked by Adrian. Our boat trip to Isla Tortuga was also a highlight. If you want plenty of relaxation in a gorgeous setting away from the crowds, this is the place for you.
The Villa is simply amazing. Has a breathtaking view,is very well equipped and we really loved the sound system which allows you to listen to music all over the place. We are definitely coming back!
No downsides,but it can happen that you come across a spider or some ants. Why? Because you're in the middle of nature:-) Raj was very helpful providing tips and recommendations in advance - thanks again!
Wow! What a wonderful place. Every bit as gorgeous as pictured and described. We spent 4 luxurious days in the villa enjoying the infinity pool, the incredible view, waking to howler monkeys, cooking wonderful meals and venturing out for a fantastic day of sea kayaking set up by the helpful property manager. As others have noted, the driving in this part of Costa Rica is rough, fun but rough. definitely get a 4x4 and enjoy the serpentine unpaved roads south to montezuma (the waterfall is awesome, as is the climb), and mal pais and st theresa beach are BEAUTIFUL! We stayed here the first 4 days of our 2 1/2 week visit to Costa Rica and could not be happier with our decision to stay at Raj's gorgeous villa.
We just returned from our honeymoon in Cost Rica where we stayed at Roma del Mar...it was unbelievable. The pictures here don't even do the house justice, it is a jaw-dropping view, beautifully decorated and well-kept. We cooked most meals outside overlooking the gorgeous bay, went zip lining in the mountains, went on some day trips to nearby beaches as well as the beach 3km away...all beautiful. The house was lovely, comfortable and well-stocked with kitchen basics, towels, etc. The pool was amazing, what a view! I read 3 books there, going back and forth between sunbathing and swimming to cool off. We also got massages by the pool from Anja, who we highly recommend. The store on the property is reasonably priced and well-stocked, and there are bigger market within a 30 minute drive. Raj sent tons of information before we went so we were well-prepared, and the property manager, Arlene, was a big help as well, with tips on what to do and help booking excursions and massages. They recommend a small SUV and I have to agree, the roads are rough but well-worth it for those views. W didn't have any problems driving. Pura vida!
We rented this Villa for our honeymoon and it as advertised! It was a great house with spectacular views and nice amenities. The local grocery was very convenient and the development has some great staff that helped make the entire experience easier. Raj was also VERY helpful in advance of our arrival with great tips and advice. SUV is required. The roads in CR are improving, but immediately around the house is very rough. Also it should be noted that this is a pretty isolated area. This is great and a bit of a drag. The next closest town (ATM, etc) is 30mins away; and any touristy type towns are a couple of hours away. If you're looking for a place to be secluded in paradise this is great! If you want the party town, this isn't it (unless you're importing the party :) ). All in all, a GREAT place, we plan on going back.
We enjoyed every minute of our relaxing stay at the villa! Raj provided many good tips on sights to see along the way, places in the area to visit, as well as a detailed map with photos on how to find the villa. The villa is even prettier than the photos! Laying by the pool all day, watching the ferry pass by, and seeing the beautiful birds made for a most relaxing week! We met several of the wonderful neighbors, including the property managers/developers and were even invited to a neighborhood dinner party with amazing local foods and a mariachi band!
Do not overpack! You don't need a suitcase full of clothes, just flip flops, water shoes or Teva type sandal to walk to the beach and a pair of shorts and a sarong to lounge by the pool in. There is a wonderful onsite grocery store with fresh produce arriving on Thursdays. We grilled local shrimp and fresh chicken on the outdoor BBQ, made pitchers of tropical drinks and enjoyed relaxing music from our iPhones through the whole house speaker system every day. One evening we placed candles all around the edge of the pool and enjoyed an evening swim. The private beach is a 3 min walk and it is beautiful! I called it Shell beach, because it is not sand, it is entirely little crushed and miniature shells, just beautiful! We will definitely be back to this villa! Thank you Raj and everyone at Roma Del Mar!
We chose that villa for our honeymoon! The house was absolutely perfect with an amazing view of the ocean! It was so clean! It felt like home! We spent so many hours in the infinity pool!! The owner was very nice and helpful! We felt so secure there! If you are looking for a quiet place to relax, that would be the best one!!!
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MILTON — Meadowbrook Christian School recently recognized the recipients of the school's Character Counts award for the months of October and November. Students were chosen by their teachers and peers for exhibiting the character trait of citizenship in October and servanthood in November.
October recipients, from left, back row, MCS administrator Rod Baughman, Logan Torrey, Chris Diehl, Dominic Mahoney, Kurtis Klodnicki, Megan Sholly; front row, Kyle Shoop, Jacob Reed, Carley Wagner, Matthew Terwilliger, Ryleigh Mabus, Grace Deitrick, Mackenzie Baughman, Logan McNeal.
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OTTUMWA — One open position in the Wapello County Courthouse will be filled following a special election next month.
Wapello County Recorder Joyce Hass retired in May after working in the courthouse for 37 years. As of the filing deadline a week ago, three candidates filed papers to run for the position.
Lisa Kent, who currently works in the recorder's office, Mary Riedel-Butler, who currently works in the county auditor's office, and Betty Stromgren, who is currently the secretary for the county board of supervisors, have all filed papers.
Kent was nominated by the Democratic party, while Riedel-Butler and Stromgren were both nominated by petition, said Wapello County Auditor Kelly Spurgeon.
"They had to take out nomination papers and get signatures," Spurgeon said of Riedel-Butler and Stromgren. "[Kent] did take out papers, but since the Democratic party nominated her as its nominee, she had to withdraw her petition."
The Republican party did not nominate anyone for the position.
A special election will be held on July 9 to fill the position. The county recorder's duties include maintaining real estate documents, birth, death and marriage certificates, issuing marriage licenses and applications, registering and titling boats, snowmobiles and off-highway vehicles and issuing hunting and fishing licenses.
"Just like the auditor, the treasurer, supervisors, recorder, sheriff and county attorney are all elected," Spurgeon said. "The supervisors could have chosen to appoint somebody to fill the unexpired term, but they didn't choose to do that."
Hass' term would have expired next year.
A vacancy on the Blakesburg CIty Council is also on the special election's ballot to fill a position left open by Alan Bettis, who resigned on April 17.
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Softball opens season at Georgia Softball Classic
Breeden era begins Feb. 15 against CampbellFebruary 14, 2013 · @MTAthletics
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This weekend's action
Middle Tennessee will kick off its 2012-13 campaign at the Georgia Softball Classic in Athens, Ga., this Tuesday. The Blue Raiders will play five games in three days. They will play Campbell on Feb. 15 and 16 at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., respectively, Northwestern on Feb. 15 at 12:30 p.m., and Georgia on Feb. 16 at 12:30 p.m. and Feb. 17 at 10 a.m.
Series' history
The Blue Raiders are relatively unfamiliar with this weekend's competition, having never faced Campbell or Northwestern. They have squared off with Georgia only once, an 8-0 loss in 2010.
New staff, new goals
The Blue Raiders feature a new look for this season after the hiring of Jeff Breeden as head coach. Breeden then hired Falon Catalano as pitching coach and former Alabama standout Kelley Montalvo as the outfielder's and hitting coach. Breeden and company have taken the team "under construction" in hopes of returning to national contention.
Preseason Awards
Middle Tennessee's Kayla Toney and Chelsea Good earned recognition on preseason All-Conference teams this week. Toney was voted Preseason All-Sun Belt First Team, as announced by the conference office Monday. Toney and Good were both nominated on College Sports Madness' Sun Belt Preseason All-Conference teams. Toney earned first-team honors while Good was voted second team.
Sun Belt Coaches' Poll
The Blue Raiders were chosen last in the Preseason Sun Belt Coaches' Poll, released Feb. 4. The squad failed to make last year's Sun Belt Conference Tournament, but will look for redemption this season. "With us only receiving 12 votes, it definitely shows we haven't garnered a lot of respect from the league's coaches," head coach Jeff Breeden said. "That's okay though; we will work harder and earn it in 2013."
Toney Awards
Junior Kayla Toney returns for the Blue Raiders after earning All-Sun Belt First Team honors in 2012 and Preseason All-Sun Belt honors this season. Toney finished the 2012 campaign batting .410 with 12 doubles and 15 runs batted in.
Youthful roster
MT's 2012-13 roster features just eight upperclassman (four seniors), but several underclassman are expected to contribute heavily. Freshman LaRi Mitchell has impressed with her speed in the field and on the basepaths, and hit .368 (6 for 19) this fall. In addition, Sophomores Laura Dukes and Caitlin McClure will see innings as a catcher/pitcher duo, respectively. Dukes will likely take over the starting catcher's role after the departure of Natalie Ysais, though freshmen Chrissy Polka is fighting for the spot.
Career records watch
Several Middle Tennessee softball players are within reach of attaining spots on the top 10 of career records, they are:
- Nina Davenport, who hit six triples last year, is currently tied with Allison Cheatham (1995-98) atop the career triples list with nine. Davenport's speed has also put her in the running for stolen base records. Though she currently is not in the top 10 of successful or attempted stolen bases, all are within reach. Davenport is 21 of 28 in stolen bases, and No. 10 in each catagory is 33 and 40, respectively.
- Kayla Toney hit 12 doubles last season to bring her career total to 18. With two seasons of eligibility remaining, Toney needs just eight two-baggers to reach No. 10 on the list. Toney is also listed in the top 10 of several other career records, including on-base percentage (seventh), slugging percentage (fourth) and batting average (sixth).
- With 10 home runs on her resume, Nina Dever needs just one to reach the top 10 career home run list. If Dever matches last year's season total (seven), she will move into a tie for fifth-place on the list. Dever is sixth in career stolen base percentage (.875), as well.
- Kristi Marquez has been an anchor at third base over the past several seasons, and ranks seventh in career assists (321). Marquez had 121 assists last season. The overall leader in career assists, Brittney Banania (2008-11), has 494.
- Though she has battled injuries her first two seasons in the circle, Jordyn Fisherback has tallied 100 strikeouts, and is just 33 behind No. 10 in career strikeouts, Caty Jutson (2009-12). Jutson had 133 in her career. Ninth on the list is Courtney Wallace (1998-2002), with 182 strikeouts.
Into the unknown
In the first month of the season, the Blue Raiders will square off against eight opponents they have never faced before. Middle Tennessee will face Campbell and Northwestern at the Georgia Softball Classic (Feb. 15-17), Mississippi Valley and McNeese State at the Red and Blue Classic (Feb. 22-24) and Gardner Webb, Southern and Charlotte at the War Eagle Invitationa (March 1-3). Finally, James Madison will be a new opponent for MT at the Coastal Carolina Tournament (March 8-10).
Keeping up-to-date
For complete up-to-the-minute scoring and game information throughout the season, follow @MT_Softball on Twitter, or on Facebook at MTSU Softball.
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More Softball NewsJul 28, 2014: MT softball, soccer teams recognized by C-USA
Jul 21, 2014: Three incoming MT players named All-State
Jun 27, 2014: Muñoz, Chocallo latest additions to 2014-15 recruiting class
Jun 11, 2014: Laura Dukes earns C-USA Spirit of Service award
May 19, 2014: Blue Raider Softball Field gaining indoor batting cages
May 8, 2014: Dukes, Nieves named to C-USA All-Academic Team


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By Alan Pergament
After further investigation, the hiring of former Fox News reporter Steve Brown isn't the only way that Channel 2 is going to increase its investigative presence.
All right, it wasn't a deep investigation, more like some of the quickies done by Channel 4 and Channel 2 occasionally.
I made one phone call.
I asked Channel 2 General Manager Jim Toellner to expand upon about a brief side comment about Jim Heaney of the Investigative Post that he made when announcing Brown's return to the station after almost 20 years.
"We recently upped Heaney's contract for the number of stories he'll do," elaborated Toellner. "We've upped the commitment to Investigative Post and the number of stories we'll be working on over the course of a year."
Heaney created Investigative Post after a long career as an investigative reporter at the Buffalo News. His stories have appeared locally most prominently on Channel 2, but they've also appeared on the website, in a local weekly and on radio.
"He's done an extremely good job," said Toellner of Heaney's TV work. "A lot of times investigative pieces take tens, if not thousands, of hours. It is very difficult for TV stations to do that. In partnership with Investigative Post, we're able to do deep and intensive investigations."
The hiring of Brown and the upgrading of Investigative Post's contract put Channel 2 in even better position to compete with Channel 4 on investigations.
Channel 4 has been emphasizing its investigations even more since it hired former Buffalo News and Philadelphia Inquirer investigative reporter Rose Ciotta.
Ciotta is primarily working behind-the-scenes, most notably on Channel 4's reports on "Dicey Dining." The rest of Channel 4's investigative team consists of reporters and anchors who have other demanding duties that make it difficult to do the longer projects that Heaney and Investigative Post reporter Dan Telvock can do.
Luke Moretti, the reporter on "Dicey Dining," and Al Vaughters have regular reporting duties and Channel 4's other primary investigators -- Jordan Williams and Lou Raguse -- have busy anchor duties.
Similarly, Dave McKinley, Claudine Ewing, Scott Brown and Michael Wooten -- who appear in Channel 2's promos along with Heaney as "The Investigators" -- also have regular duties.
Buffalo TV audiences Tuesday followed the national script when it came to the premieres of two new shows -- CBS' "Intelligence" and ABC's "Killer Women."
Thanks to a huge lead-in from "NCIS," the two-hour premiere of "Intelligence" with "Lost" star Josh Holloway averaged an 11.8 rating on Channel 4, the local CBS affiliate. "Killer Women," produced by Sofia Vergara of "Modern Family," had a deadly 2.8 rating.
However, Holloway's show moves to 10 p.m. Monday, where "Hostages" just ended its run with less than half of the "Intelligence" rating locally.
Nationally, 'Intelligence" was a big hit and "Killer Women" a big flop.
Finally, the question of when Brown left Fox News has been troubling me so I did another investigation. OK, I made one phone call to Brown this morning. He said his last day at Fox News was March 8, 2013. There will be more about Brown and his return next week.
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Jill and I flew a double rescue today. Evanston to Casper, WY. Friends of Animals, in Summit Co. UT, Park City, sends dogs to a rescue in Sheridan, WY. The dogs came from Heber, UT (in a Hummer), to the ramp at Evanston. We met a volunteer in Casper who drove the two pups to Sheridan.
It was a tough one... The border collie was a ranch dog, neutered a couple of days ago and partially sedated. He'd messed in the kennel in the back of the Hummer and was dirty, muddy, and just awake enough to be really scared. Good thing I had a pair of old, heavy ski gloves! There were bites... But no problem. With patience, we got Hondo into the airplane in our crate, then transferred to a truck at Casper. Patience pays! I won't carry a sedated dog again unless it's "limp". IOW, we can lift it to where it needs to be.
The other critter was a cow dog/heeler mix, male, young and energetic. Cute! We used a harness and leash and tied him to a cargo ring just behind our seats. We had a nose to deal with, but Jill kept the scratches going and Ziggy finally relaxed and went to sleep.
We'll have some blankets and towels to wash tomorrow, but the laundry is easy! Sparky, our Aussie, did his part and stayed home in the back yard. Someone has to guard the Fort!
Ziggy, the cow dog, was scheduled for "put down" yesterday. A near miss... Word is he'll be an agility expert with his new owner, and Hondo will be a real ranch dog again.
It was a good day to fly!
Thanks to Kathy and Charlene from Summit Co., and Terri from Sheridan, for making this happen!
Rich and Jill


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Topic: Drive
Rod Lott
To race right to the finish line, as it were, "Drive" is — so far — the year's best film and a new crime classic.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Rod loves (at least tangentially related to movies) CDs
You may wanna 'Drive' these into your ears.
As a serious pop-culture playa, I do more than consume movies. I've also been known to eat up music as well. It's simply by coincidence that the latest batch of discs to hit my desk are related to film in one way or another, directly or indirectly. Like what, you ask? Like ...
Drive (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
The year's best movie
gives us the year's best soundtrack, anchored by a damn fine score from Cliff Martinez, whose work I've admired since his sparse guitar on "sex, lies, and videotape" in 1989. Here, Martinez proves himself a master of mood, with 14 down-tempo cuts that exist in the shadows but pulse with tension and excitement. His beats are very much a character in the film, but they work well on their own, especially as a soundtrack to your own zooming about town. Where else will such menacing titles ("Skull Crushing," "They Broke His Pelvis," "Kick Your Teeth") belie their come-down content?
I also cannot discount the disc's first five tracks, mostly synth-driven, '80s-influenced numbers by under-the-radar acts Kavinsky & Lovefoxxx, Desire, College and Chromatics. The show may be stolen, by Italian composer Riz Ortolani's "Oh My Love," a 1971 ballad showcasing the beautiful, seductive voice of Katyna Ranieri, which ironically provides the sonic background to cinema's grisliest elevator encounter.
Batman: Arkham City - The Album
Soundtracks to video games are no longer a novelty, and "Batman: Arkham City — The Album" is among the most heavily promoted I've ever seen. No matter how the game turns out — quite awesome, if its predecessor is any indication — the disc offers 11 tracks of songs (some original) that's surprisingly cohesive for a "various artists" effort. I've no idea if these actually appear in the game, but all would fit (Daughtry excepted), being various shades of dark and grimy. Immediate standouts for me were †††'s "The Years" and Panic! At the Disco's "Mercenary," which is the closest thing to joy the compilation dares reach.
A better-than-usual Black Rebel Motorcycle Club recalls Stone Roses on "Shadow on the Run," while The Raveonettes dish out their brand of gloom-pop with "Oh, Stranger." While I'm no fan of the over-the-top style of Coheed and Cambria (here with "Deranged"), I admit to digging the over-the-top of vocals of System of the Down's Serj Tankian, who's solo here with "Total Paranoia." Also among the rogue's gallery of groups: The Duke Spirit, The Damned Things and The Boxer Rebellion. Perhaps its spirit of all things Gotham will tie you over until "The Dark Knight Rises" lands in theaters.
Doug Benson - Potty Mouth
The title holds double meaning, because not only is comedian Doug Benson's act decidedly R-rated, but the man loves his marijuana. I know this because he won't stop talking about it in this live act, not to mention in his podcast, "Doug Loves Movies," which currently is something to live for (and justifies me including his disc here). Culled from two consecutive shows, "Potty Mouth" finds Benson doing his usual stand-up, which isn't usual in the stand-up world. Rather than follow the standard set-up/punch-line formula, he just seems to talk from the top of his head (he's well-noted for his lack of being able to remember anything without writing it down).
Thus, we get seemingly random observations on Twitter (including him calling out audience members tweeting about the show
the show, marijuana, dirty words, more marijuana, the Black Eyed Peas, and even more marijuana. A highlight has him telling him the world's cleanest joke and the world's dirtiest joke simultaneously, alternating between the two line by line. It makes sense when you hear it, and I hope you do. Bonus: The non-digital, physical-CD version includes a DVD of his now-canceled Comedy Central series, "The Benson Interruption."
Robert Davi - Davi Sings Sinatra: On the Road to Romance
Yes, folks,
Robert Davi: the character actor with the poor complexion who's memorable in such '80s blockbusters as "The Goonies," "Die Hard" and "License to Kill." Often the bad guy on the screen, the guy's got good pipes on stage, as demonstrated throughout this 12-song covers album of Frank Sinatra hits. You'd assume this album to be some half-assed vanity project, but nope! It's produced by the legendary, 14-time Grammy winner Phil Ramone, who's worked his studio magic with the likes of Billy Joel, Paul Simon, Burt Bacharach, Madonna and Elton John, not to mention the Chairman of the Board himself.
Plus, Davi doesn't go for all of Sinatra standards. No "Theme from New York, New York," no "My Way," no "Fly Me to the Moon," "It Was a Very Good Year," "Strangers in the Night," "It Had to Be You" and all that. He sings "Witchcraft" and "I've Got the World on a String," and that's about it for the greatest hits. Admirably, he opts for the lesser-known tunes ("Mam'selle," anyone?), which forces listeners to hone in on his voice, rather than let their brains recite lyrics they've committed to memory. Quite simply, Davi does good; Frank would approve.
That said, it's not really my thing. But rest assured, my mom is gonna
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Hard to say, hard to love.
Rod Lott
"Bunraku" gets its name from a form of traditional Japanese puppetry, but it may as well be called "Cowboys and Samurai" or something equally generic. The sophomore effort of director Guy Moshe raises hopes for something special in its animated opening credits, which depict violence throughout civilization, but there's simply too much going on here for a rather simple revenge story.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Supply demand
Put your money where your mouth is to support education.
Carmen Forman
Team Up OKC, a two-week drive to donate school supplies to Oklahoma City Public Schools students and teachers, kicks off today.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Oklahoma film critics group names 'The Artist' best film of 2011
George Clooney, Michelle Williams take top acting honors.
Gazette staff
The Oklahoma Film Critics Circle, the statewide group of professional film critics, has announced its sixth annual list of awards for achievement in cinema, giving top honors to the "The Artist," a black-and-white, silent film that speaks volumes about movies and the people who make and watch them.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Reel good
What do sex addicts, teen assassins and stunt drivers have in common? They sure impressed Oklahoma Gazette's film critics this year.
Rod Lott
Phil Bacharach
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
It's a gas, gas, Gassaway
Gazette staff
If the bad guy in this spoof of the movie "Drive" looks familiar, there's good reason for it.
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Bad cop, good movie.
Rod Lott
Woody Harrelson's LAPD officer of
is a very bad man.
Friday, March 2, 2012
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Saturday, September 14, 2002Valparaiso, Ind. - Campbellsville broke open a close game with 28 fourth-quarter points and went on to defeat Valpo 57-28. The Crusaders (0-2) did receive productive games from quarterback David Macchi and wide receiver Rob Giancola. Macchi, a junior from San Jose, Cal., completed 17 of 31 passes for 283 yards and one touchdown with no interceptions. Giancola, a sophomore from Whiting, Ind., caught five passes for 121 yards, including a 63-yard touchdown from Macchi in the fourth quarter.
J.C. Savasuk threw four touchdown passes for the Fighting Tigers (1-1). The senior completed 14 of 24 passes for 266 yards and rushed for 46 yards and one touchdown on 11 carries. Savasuk's favorite target was Shane Riley, who caught five passes for 109 yards and two touchdowns. Campbellsville also had a solid ground game as Derek Skaggs rushed for 105 yards and one touchdown on 21 carries. The Fighting Tigers finished with 296 rushing yards.
Valpo's Adam Hudak opened the scoring with a career-high 45-yard field goal with 10:52 left in the first quarter. The senior from Lowell, Ind. added a 27-yarder to give the Crusaders a 6-0 lead at the 6:12 mark of the opening quarter.
Campbellsville tied the score at 6-6 when Savasuk connected with Josh Morton on a 61-yard touchdown pass. After a 15-yard celebration penalty, Valpo blocked the extra point kick attempt. The Fighting Tigers took a 13-6 lead when Savasuk tossed a 24-yard touchdown pass to Paul Mandeville in the first minute of the second quarter.
The Fighting Tigers increased their advantage to 26-6 with two scores three minutes apart in the second quarter. Skaggs completed an eight-play drive with a one-yard plunge and Riley hauled in a 10-yard pass from Savasuk with 5:08 remaining before halftime.
The Crusaders closed the deficit to 26-20 with two touchdowns in the final minute of the first half. Bryan Hollermeier, a senior from Denver, Colo., finished an 11-play, 80-yard drive with a one-yard run. Macchi completed five of six passes on the drive, including a 20-yarder to Giancola and a 20-yarder to Kevin Knutson to the one-yard line. After Valpo's defense stopped Campbellsville on three plays, Kevin Schaekel blocked a punt that John Tsahas returned three yards for a touchdown.
Campbellsville added to its lead with a 29-yard field goal by Donnie Johnson for the only third-quarter points. Savasuk scored from 1-yard and then threw a 31-yard touchdown pass to Riley to expand the Fighting Tigers' lead to 43-20 with 10:30 left in the game.
Macchi responded about a minute later with a 63-yard scoring pass to Giancola. Ryan Barno added a two-point conversion reception from Macchi. Campbellsville scored its final 14 points on a 41-yard scamper by Brian Rowland and an 11-yard run by Alan Short with 20 seconds remaining.
Campbellsville finished with 562 yards to 325 for Valpo. The Fighting Tigers recorded 27 first downs to 17 for the Crusaders. Neither team committed a turnover. Lawrence Canada led the Crusaders with 11 1/2 tackles. Brad Smeja returned a punt 38 yards for Valpo.
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SAN MARTIN, Calif. — Ellen Port successfully defended her Senior Women's Amateur title for her sixth U.S. Golf Association victory.
The 52-year-old Port, a high school teacher and coach in St. Louis, beat 50-year-old Susan Cohn of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., 3 and 2 on Thursday at CordeValle.
"Well, it means that I outlasted 135 really good golfers, and I think as I've reacquainted myself with some of my professional friends that played on the LPGA Tour, that to win, to play nine matches, to play a lot of rounds and accomplish that and still be standing at the end and then go ahead and seal the deal, it just is a great feeling," Port said. "All the work that you put in over the years, I can think of some of the sand shots I hit and how well I played out of the sand this week, and it just kind of is a very rewarding feeling. It's a very fulfilling feeling, and I'm honored to be a USGA champion."
Port, the 2014 U.S. Curtis Cup captain, won the U.S. Women's Mid-Amateur four times.
"I love the spirit of amateurism," Port said. "I think I'm just a true amateur at heart. I love everything about it, that you can have a well-rounded life. I've always been that way. I've never specialized really in a sport. It's almost like you can have it all, and I feel like today that's how I feel."
She tied Glenna Collett Vare and Hollis Stacy for fourth place on the USGA's female victory list. JoAnne Carner tops the list with eight, and Carol Semple Thompson and Anne Quast Sander have seven. Bob Jones and Tiger Woods share the overall record with nine, one more than Jack Nicklaus.
"I don't put myself up at their level because they're the greatest in the game at their level," Port said. "But I'm very blessed in what I've been able to accomplish in a short time. I'm thrilled."


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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- An Ohio man will spend the next three years behind bars on drug charges.
According to a release from U.S. Attorney Booth Goodwin, Danny Merriweather, Jr., 25, of Toledo, Ohio, was sentenced Monday to three years and one month in federal prison for possession with intent to distribute crack cocaine.
Merriweather pleaded guilty to the charges back in July.
According to the release, Merriweather admitted that he placed a plastic bag containing crack cocaine in his mouth and attempted to swallow it just as law enforcement agents approached his Huntington residence back on July 7, 2011. Officers were visiting the Merriweather's home as part of a follow-up investigation. That's when officers found the crack cocaine.
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First-year student Robyn Williams (Bulawayo/Zimbabwe) and junior Brenna Driscoll (Milton, Mass.), defeated their opponents in the No. 1 and No. 2 singles slots to lead the charge for the Bantams. The two also paired up to win the No. 1 doubles slot 8-2.
Sophomore Rachel Kushma (London, England) managed three points on the day in the No. 4 spot to lead the Pride. Senior Shannon Desroches (Belchertown, Mass.) and senior Jessica Sousa (Falmouth, Mass.) were competitive in the No. 2 doubles slot for Springfield, falling 8-4 to senior Sydney Meckler (San Francisco, Calif.) and sophomore Olivia Merns (New York, N.Y.).
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With the popularity of V/H/S and the quick distribution deal for sequel S-V/H/S at Sundance, it seems like the VHS format may be having a bit of a renaissance. Cover art is key to the allure of the VHS tape – clearly no one is buying them for their box-filling bulkiness – and almost everyone of a certain age has a story about falling in love with a VHS box only to take it home and find out the movie inside was even better.
I had two obsessions at the video store: One was Frank Henenlotter's Frankenhooker, which featured a button on the box that, when pushed, played the line "Wanna date?" over and over. Rabid Grannies, which boasted a picture of two hungry-looking zombie grandmothers and the tagline, "They just love their grandchildren... well done!" was the other. To my thirteen-year-old mind that was the funniest idea ever.
This month's obsessive collector is Chris Garcia. The man has a collection of over 800 VHS, so basically, he could open a video rental store out of his home. I wish he would. His collection is pretty fantastic; read about it and see some pictures below. Chris also reviews films. Visit his blog The Gorezette and Facebook page here.
The Collector: Chris Garcia
Location: Originally from Chicago, IL, but moved to Northwest Indiana about a year ago. Moving my collection was a hassle, so much I still haven't fully unpacked!
What: I have a pretty large collection of horror VHS tapes. The more obscure the better, but even the common has a place in the collection. If I have a DVD copy of a movie, chances are I own a VHS version as well. No real reason though, best of both worlds I suppose.
Years Collecting: I would have to say around 10 years old, when it became apparent this wasn't a mere whim but a hobby. Seemingly though as long as buying films on VHS was as common as buying a blu-ray today … If I wanted to be technical it was even longer than that! Every time I seen a good horror flick I just had to own it. So in a sense Ive been a collector all my life.
How Many: I'd say close to 800 VHS, and that is just the VHS portion. I also have close to 500 DVDs as well. I probably lost count around 10 years old.
How the Obsession Started: Well video stores were prominent fixtures in my childhood, many of which were walking distance. Every neighborhood in our area had more than a few stores. So viewing and collecting these tapes are nostalgic to me, it brings back those memories of being a young kid walking amongst the aisles with my parents and looking in awe at the cool and crazy cover art that graced the tapes. My parents loved horror films too, so they were always cool with renting them. There's just something about renting a video from a seedy mom and pop store that I just love. Netflix, Pay Per View, and Red Box can't compare to that. It was all about the "adventure" to me, sometimes you would pick a great underground gem and sometimes you would get that terrible turkey that sucked so bad you couldn't believe you sat and watched it.
Most Prized Find: All of my big box tapes ! Those always were the most eye catching tapes on the rack. They sucked you in with the cool cover art and big jumbo sized box that made everything else look tame.
Rarest Piece in Collection: That's tough, I have a nice size section on my shelves of really rare tapes. But I would have to say my copies of Lunch Meat and Last House on Dead End Street.
Craziest Thing You've Done for the Collection: I cleared out a local video store of ALL their horror VHS when they were closing. I came everyday like a vulture circling its prey. A big chunk of my collection came from that store. I spent my entire check there. I'd say that's pretty crazy.
The Horror Holy Grail: The Abomination on VHS! I remember seeing that tape several times in almost every video store in my area. I never got a chance to grab a copy. Now it goes for insane amounts of money. I just hope one day it will cross my path again.
What Else Do You Collect: Everything horror related: action figures, books, magazines, comics, video store and theater promotional items. But one thing I also collect a lot of is vinyl LP's. Any original hardcore punk, heavy metal, thrash metal, death metal, the older the better, cause newer music is for sissies.


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McMinnville firefighters responded early Wednesday evening to a fully involved residential structure fire southwest of town at 21185 S.W. Eagle Point Way, off Peavine Road.
The two-story home was a total loss, according to McMinnville Fire Division Chief Debbie McDermott. She said flames had consumed about three-quarters of the 1,200-1,400-square-foot home by the time the first crew arrived. The home, that McDermott said was probably built in the 1970s, was located off the road.
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One of the most-treasured holiday carols of all-time is the 12 Days of Christmas, and every year, virtually everyone republishes the same story about how much those items would cost today. This year, it's about $107,000.
One of my favorite carols is the remake of that song performed by the fictitious McKenzie Brothers of SCTV fame, played by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas. Those of you who know what I'm talking about are trying to Google the song now. I've saved you the trouble.
I thought I would do my due diligence and find out how much those gifts would cost today. It wasn't easy and I had to be imaginative to get them all, so please forgive me if I took a little creative license.
A Beer (In a Tree)
How much is one beer? First you have to identify which beer we're talking about. Bob and Doug are Canadian. Of course, they would drink Molson.
A Canadian company called "The Beer Store," which delivers beer to your home, says a 473 milliliter (16 ounce) can of Molson is $2.25. For whatever reason, they don't offer single 355 milliliter (12 ounce) cans – likely because it's not cost-effective.
We also have to remember to covert from Canadian to U.S. dollars, which would be $2.26.
Now, you need to put it in a tree. Where are you buying it? Is it real or fake? How tall is it? Or, are you cutting it down illegally for free? I don't want to condone illegal activity, so I'm going with the fake, pre-lighted 7-foot tree my wife and I just bought for $120.
Two Turtlenecks
A cotton/silk/cashmere turtleneck on Amazon.com costs between $59 and $89.
Let's get real. Bob and Doug would never wear silk or cashmere, so let's go with the Alex Stevens Men's Ribbed Turtle Neck, also on Amazon, at $24. That's $48 for a pair.
Three French Toast
Are you making it at home? Are you eating out? Are you topping it with syrup or strawberries and whipped cream? Let's go basic on this. Bob and Doug are Canadian. They'll be putting maple syrup on their French toast, of course. Let's say about $6 for a basic order at a diner.
Four Pounds of Back Bacon
Back bacon is Canadian Bacon. I had to turn back to Amazon to easily find a price online. A 1-pound to 1 ½ pound package costs $26.95. Let's assume closer to the larger amount. Four pounds would out $79.85.
Five Golden Tuques
The tuque is the same thing as a knit stocking cap, but you probably won't find many made of gold, so I had to use my imagination.
For argument's sake, say each cap weighs about five ounces. An ounce of gold was $1,727.59 cents as of Thursday. Five ounces would be $8637.95.
Five golden tuques: $43,189.75
Six Packs of Two-Four
What the heck is a two-four? It's simply another way to say 24, as in a case of beer.
The aforementioned "Beer Store" says 24 cans of 12 ounces is $39.95. 24 cans of 16 ounces is $48. Since we went with the 16 ounce size earlier, we'll do it again. Converting to U.S. dollars, that's $48.27.
But, wait: They said SIX packs of two-four, not just one, so that would make it $289.82
Seven Packs of Smokes
Again, this goes back to the question of what brand of cigarettes do the McKenzies smoke? We did a simple web search for the answer. The website AWL did a survey in June and found that a pack of smokes in Washington state, on average, costs $8.98. Feel free to dispute that number, but just based on that, seven packs would be $62.86.
Eight Comic Books
What are kids spending on comic books these days? You can run the gambit of basic ones to the graphic novels. We'll go basic.
Going back to the AWL website, which makes adjustments for inflation, we'll say it's about $3.99. Eight comic books would be $31.92.
At this point, Bob and Doug apparently are getting tired of coming up with gifts, because they just skip nine through 12.
Total cost in 2013 for the McKenzie Brothers' Twelve (Eight) Days of Christmas? $43,830.46