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The Real Reason the Senate Can't Get Anything Done
Historian Richard Baker and former congressional correspondent Neil MacNeil explore the history of the Senate.
The U.S. Senate is commonly criticized as becoming increasingly dysfunctional and inefficient. But in "The American Senate: An Insider's History," Senate historian Richard Baker and the late Neil MacNeil, former chief congressional correspondent for Time Magazine, describe it as "the most powerful upper house of any legislature in the world." The authors chronicle the history of the Senate, exploring its institutional developments and changes in leadership. Baker recently spoke with U.S. News about the body's rich history, the significance of the filibuster, and why the current Senate can't seem to get anything done. Excerpts:
Which periods of U.S. history have most defined the Senate?
Certainly in the founding period, 1789-1820, the Senate really took the shape that would be recognizable today. Another period would be the years leading up to the Civil War and also a few decades after. It's hard for me to give you a tight answer because it really has been evolving. In the 1930s, during the New Deal, it changed. It began to develop strong party leadership. The floor leader's position really began to take shape. And, of course, in the 1950s, Lyndon Johnson, as Democratic leader of the Senate, gave it an even tougher edge, and it gained more prerogatives for the floor leader. The Senate likes to think of itself as a body of equals. But LBJ certainly became the first among equals. If you look at the current majority leader, Harry Reid, he is certainly the first among equals in today's Senate. One of the things we tried to develop in the book was the sense of change over time in response to national challenges.
How have party leaders influenced the body?
All 100 members of the Senate theoretically are equal. We have three chapters on the evolution of Senate leadership, and it becomes pretty clear in the last of those three chapters that it's hard for a leader to damage the Senate. Senators won't stand for it. What they'll do is find themselves another leader, sooner or later.
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Is the Senate's bad reputation justified?
It's no surprise that when you have a divided nation, you get a divided Congress. In the decades leading up to the Civil War there was enormous polarization in the country and certainly in Congress. Members of Congress were carrying pistols, and there were fights on the floor of the House and the Senate, sort of trying to give vent to the frustration of these national issues that Congress just didn't seem able to solve. And the result was the Civil War – a real monument to the failure of Congress to get everyone to be part of the same conversation with an agreement that maybe we have to give a little in order to take a little.
How does this Senate compare to past ones?
It certainly is getting less done. But I go back to the rather simple-minded, from my point of view, notion that the nation is divided, the nation is angry, and a lot of that stems from the economic recession. You don't have angry Congresses when the economy is doing well and unemployment is down, and people are graduating from college and finding jobs and paying off their student loans. But we don't happen to be in one of those periods now, and that situation really is reflective of what's going on in the House and the Senate.
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What can be done to fix the Senate?
As a historian, I try to avoid coming up with answers to things in the future. But I can give you a historian's answer and say that the Senate is particularly easy to be angry with because of its constitutional purpose. One of its purposes is to serve as a brake on the engine of government; to slow things down. One senator from the early 20th century referred to it as a place for sober second thought. That's what defines the Senate. One determined senator, or a group like the tea party, for instance, can come in and, in the environment of the Senate, they can assert an awful lot of power in stopping things. So how do you fix that? Well, institutionally and structurally, I'm not sure there's very much that the Senate can do.


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Sabden sex attacker lured girl, 14, into alley
Updated 9:29am Tuesday 12th February 2013 in News By Vanessa Cornall, Crime reporter
A 14-YEAR-OLD girl was dragged down a driveway before being sexually assaulted in an early morning attack.
The terrified youngster had been walking along Padiham Road, Sabden when she was grabbed by her attacker, who had followed her for a short distance.
He put his hand over the victim's mouth and after pulling her along the driveway tried to force her to take down her trousers.
The brave teen refused and managed to fight him off as he attempted to undress her.
Police said the attacker then gave up and ran off up Padiham Road in the direction of Simonstone Road.
The 'shellshocked' teen ran in the opposite direction while calling her mum on her mobile phone for help.
Sabden residents said that they were in 'complete shock' that such an incident, which happened shortly after 7.30am yesterday, had taken place in their village.
Mum-of-three Angela Davenport, 47, of Padiham Road, said: "I just can't believe something as horrible as this has happened on my doorstep.
"Sabden is usually such a quiet village.
"I am a mother-of-three and my daughter was also out in the street early in the morning making her own way to school.
"It's really scary to think what could have happened. I will definitely not be allowing her out alone in the dark."
Another resident in Padiham Road said: "It's a definite sign of the times. This would never of happened when I was younger.
"If I was this young girl's father I would be tearing my hair out."
Specially trained officers are now supporting the teenager and her family.
A neighbour added: "I am in complete shock. This sort of thing just does not happen in Sabden.
"We are a real community here and we all look out for each other.
"The poor girl. I hope she is ok."
DI Jill Johnston, who is leading the investigation, said: "This was an absolutely terrifying ordeal for this young girl and it is absolutely crucial that we find the person responsible as soon as possible.
"The victim is completely shell shocked. She is being supported alongside her family by specially trained officers.
"We are carrying out house to house inquiries and trying to find witnesses to this incident which took place in the open in daylight.
"I can reassure people that we have stepped up patrols in the area and have a dedicated team of officers working hard to catch the man responsible.
"I urge anyone who noticed a man acting suspiciously or running through Sabden yesterday morning to come forward.
"I would also like to speak to anyone who spotted a suspicious vehicle parked in or around Sabden including secluded areas and Back Lane, Simonstone Road and Padiham Road."
Yesterday forensic officers were working at the scene looking for clues.
The attacker is described as having a deep voice with a local accent.
He was wearing trainers, dark coloured jogging pants and a dark coloured hooded top with brown gloves.
Sabden Parish Councillor Michael Calvert, said: "This type of incident is complete out of character for Sabden.
"It's even worse because the girl was so young.
"I hope the police quickly track down this man and anyone who has information will help them."
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Springfield, Mass. - November 19, 2011 - The Springfield College women's swimming and diving team split a tri-meet at home in Art Linkletter Natatorium on Saturday afternoon. The Pride defeated Wheaton College, 243-55, before being edged by Keene State, 153-143.
Springfield had a pair of sophomores perform especially well on the afternoon as both Jennifer Thompson and Kellie Pennington won multiple events. Thompson swept the diving competition, winning the one-meter (273.29) and the three-meter (285.45), while Pennington won three individual events in the pool. Pennington touched first in the 50 free (23.98), 100 fly (59.67), and the 200 IM (2:12.53). She also anchored the Pride's 200 free relay team of Kaitlin Reilly, Jaclyn Van Waalwijk, and Caroline Kosciusko who posted a time of 1:40.34.
Kosciusko was victorious in the 100 free (55.17) and also finished second in the 200 free (2:01.35), Others with strong performances in the pool included Janella Cuyler, who took second in the 100 breast (1:10.69) and Kelsey Poole, who was the runner-up in the 200 back (2:14.64).
In both diving events, Springfield had to the top four finishers. Behind Thompson in the one-meter was Courtney Keefe (243.74), Paige Rhodes (233.39), and Kyra Breitweiser (200.62). On the three-meter, Rhodes (243.90), Keefe (225.82), and Breitweiser (216.29) all placed behind Thompson.


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The state Future Farmers of America officer team of the Oklahoma FFA Association will conduct their 2013 Goodwill Tour with a visit to the Kiowa and Stuart FFA Chapters on Jan. 23.
Four collegiate FFA leaders will stop at the local school at each chapter to meet the FFA members, potential members, school administrators and community leaders.
"We will challenge FFA members to go above and beyond the status quo," said Brandon Bumgarten, state FFA president.
"Don't be motivated by the pat-on-the-back, but instead be motivated by the difference you can make," Bumgarten said.
Throughout the Goodwill Tour, state officers will challenge FFA members to go for the gold and to set their goals high.
A total of 56 chapters were selected for the 2013 tour from the 352 total chapters in the state.
Visiting the local chapters will be Alex Cas, state secretary; Kaylen Baker, state reporter; Annie Joe Gilbert, central district vice president; and Kyle Hilbert, northeast district vice president.
All are students at Oklahoma State University and sponsored by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
The Oklahoma FFA Association, formally known and the Oklahoma Future Farmers of America, is public school youth organization of 24,369 student members statewide — all preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture.
The Oklahoma FFA Association changed to its present name in 1988, in recognition of the growth and diversity of agriculture and agricultural education. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
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We will be holding a 5 hour "Aerobathon" at the Sammamish Club on Saturday, June 30th to benefit the non-profit, Art with Heart. This Seattle based charity uses art, or therapeutic journals to help kids in crisis- whether they are battling cancer, had a death or divorce in the family, or are having difficulty expressing themselves. These journals are phenomenally illustrated by some of the top artists and have helped over 60,000 kids locally as well as around the world.
But most of all, the reason this is so important is the person heading this project, John McKinnon, is a true inspiration himself. His story and his ability to lead and inspire others is note worthy, and in true fashion, instead of celebrating his 50th birthday by receiving gifts, he is chosing to give back to the community by leading this Aerobathon! His goal is to raise $10,000!
Classes from 7am-9am will be for Sammamish Club members only, but from 9am-12p the club will be open to the public where there will be a range of activities to choose from:
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---- — NEWBURYPORT - The restaurant 17 State Street, the venue formerly occupied by Fowle's, will be repairing its above-the-street sign that was defaced during a recent storm.
Heather Paterson, general manager of the eatery, said discussions are taking place between restaurant managers and the owner of the building, the Newburyport Development company.
She indicated that repair work will start when a plan has been finalized.
The sign, which has faded over the years, has long been a fixture in downtown Newburyport. The sign stretches the length of the building, and a large section of paint was chipped off by high winds that whipped through the downtown.
A prominent neon sign, which was not damaged, juts out from the building edifice. It is the last of its kind in the city's downtown.
The building at 17 State St. had been home to Fowle's News since 1903, although the history of the newsstand dates to 1852. Since the 1920s, half of the building's ground-floor space had been utilized as a soda fountain and restaurant, with various owners changing the look and the offerings through the years. The other half had housed the newsstand, until it closed last year.
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The road course at Heartland Park Topeka will be closed for approximately three weeks for course modifications. Raymond Irwin, owner of Heartland Park Topeka has announced several changes to the layout of the 2.5-mile course utilized for the SCCA National Championship Runoffs® Presented by AT&T. For complete details, please see attached press release. If you have any questons, please feel to contact me. Thank you!


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Ernest R. Gasbarro, entered into rest on December 8, 2012. He was a resident of Grand Island. Mr. Gasbarro served in the Coast Guard during WW II, worked at Kimberly Clark in Niagara Falls and then at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center before retiring.
Mr. Gasbarro is survived by his wife of 62 years, Elsie O. Gasbarro. Father of Ronald, Dennis (Colleen) and David Gasbarro. Grandfather of Jesse (Sarah), Eric (the late Jamie) Gasbarro, Miranda (Mark) Giglio and Valerie Gasbarro. Brother of Dominic Gasbarro and the late Amelia, Adam, Sue, Mary, Velma, Ida, Teddy and Liz. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
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Less than one month after Nassau County announced its decision to merge eight police precincts into four, police union officials claimed that public safety was being put at risk. They are singing a different tune, however, after recent negotiations with the county.
Jim Carver, president of the Nassau County Police Benevolent Association (PBA), told Patch that the union and county came to a deal that will keep patrol units where they currently serve. Patrol units will now be assigned to one of the four corresponding community policing centers or one of the four precincts.
The original plan called for all patrols to be stationed out of the four precincts.
"Eighth Precinct cops, even though they're going to merging with the Second Precinct, they're going to be assigned to the policing center, which basically keeps everything intact," Carver said. "In other words, no patrols will be changed, which is what our concern was."
Carver said the realignment, which was approved by the Nassau Legislature in March, will save the county money as far as administrative functions go, but will not jeopardize public safety as he has mentioned in the past.
The deal, according to Carver, came the same day that 98 members of the Nassau County Police Department (NCPD) accepted a voluntary incentive to retire before the March 22 deadline, saving the county more than $23 million in annual labor costs.
"For the most part, the savings come from administrative downsizing, but it doesn't effect the way that we've patrolled in the past," he said. "… Your neighborhood cop will still be your neighborhood cop."
The county confirmed that the changes to patrols will not affect the total savings from the realignment. According to county officials, the plan still provides for savings of approximately $20 million annually.
"Nassau's precinct realignment plan is progressing on schedule and residents will be happy to know that public safety remains intact as all patrol cars will remain in their current neighborhoods and 48 additional police officers will be assigned to patrol to protect our neighborhoods," Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano said.
The change in patrol, or lack thereof, might not be the last modification to the policing plan. Both Carver and the county said that negotiations are still ongoing.
The NCPD is scheduled to complete the first realignment on May 1 when the Eighth Precinct will then be transformed into a community policing center.
This is the fourth part of our series on the plan to merge the precincts in Nassau County. Check back with Patch for more on this special report.
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I suggested Abdullah chocolates for Linderhof to try if she comes back to MN and she suggested Christopher Elbow Chocolates in Kansas City.
Abdullah's are made in MN:
Do you think the chocolates from either company would hold up if I had them sent as a gift?
Martha, those CE chocolates look awesome! Can you suggest something from the collection for an 88 y.o.?
I'm always looking for a unique gift for my dad for BD's, Christmas, etc. I've got until mid August to decide on something. He usually gets Outback certificates from us, which he loves. But he does love chocolate AND nuts!This message has been edited. Last edited by: nance425,
I know the Elbow chocolates will because they ship them very carefully. I send them to my DD and SIL in Minneapolis ALL the time (well, actually just for the candy holidays but there are several during the year) and they always arrive in perfect condition!
If your Dad loves chocolate and nuts the Elbow turtles are TDF! I've included those sometimes with the assorted chocolates!
We've send chocolates as gifts before, but only during the cooler months. I'd never attempt it during the summer.
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Just wondering if you can find a local chocolatier or bakery that does chocolate where your DD lives? Maybe even a chocolate bouquet of regular candy bars?
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Sherry -- Elbow chocolates are sooo good that it is worth sending them -- you just ahve to order early in the week -- they won't ship if the shipment won't get there before the weekend!
I just brought up the local thing because of shipping chocolate during the summer heat.
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If the packaging is airtight from the store it should ship fine anytime. Think about candybars at the ballpark - as long as it's in the sealed wrapper it won't melt.
I'm gonna try it this year. Those Elbow chocolates sound like just the right gift, Martha! And I will tell him how to savor every lil bite, since he's used to getting "cheapy" chocolates.
The better chocolate shops will not ship during the summer months. They would have to send it with dry ice to make certain that it wouldn't melt. It simply gets too hot in the delivery trucks, cargo areas, etc. If you want chocolate in the warmer months, it's better to go to a local shop.
Here's the info from the Elbow website about their shipping methods and they DO ship all year -- but they won't ship where it will sit over the weekend.
Shipping chocolates to arrive in perfect condition can be challenging, but don't worry, we have been doing it successfully for a long time. Please familiarize yourself with our shipping rates and policies before you order:
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Only these methods may be used when weather allows.
Shipping rates are calculated per package, if you are shipping to more than one recipient, then additional shipping charges will apply for each shipment.
Delivery timelines do not take unexpected weather delays into consideration, which may affect delivery timelines, ship dates and arrival dates. We cannot be held responsible for delays due to weather, incorrect address provided to us or other circumstances beyond our control.
Order Processing
We try hard to get orders placed before 3:00pm EST out the next day but occasionally during peak holiday seasons, it might take 24-48 hours to get your order shipped. If you place your order by overnight or 2nd day air, those take priority over ground shipments and we will process those first. If you need your order by an certain date, then please call 816-842-1300 and we will help you with your order.>
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Most of our shipments are shipped early in the week in order to avoid having the chocolates sit over the weekend in an unconditioned warehouse. If you are shipping a package to a warm weather destination over a weekend, your package may be held until the following Monday to ensure minimal time in transit. If the weather permits, we may ship to arrive on a Monday.
We go to great measures to ensure that our chocolate is delivered fresh and in good condition. To reduce the risk of melted chocolate on orders in transit to warmer climates (65 degrees and higher), we use insulated packaging and gel packs to protect the chocolates. It can get very hot in the back of a delivery truck!
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FedEx is our preferred shipping vendor. All of our shipping vendors only deliver on business days, unless Saturday delivery is specified (where available, additional charges apply). Our shipping vendors may require a signature for delivery at the discretion of the driver. Deliveries to businesses occur between 9 am and 5 pm, and deliveries to residences occur between 9 am and 7 pm.
thanks so much for that shipping info, Martha.
I had a problem with "David" candy that I received as a gift once. When I contacted them about it, they sent a replacement that was much better and more expensive. I'll see how the weather is closer to my decision date.
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Modern Florence hotel 10-minute walk from Duomo
With a stay at Hotel Athenaeum in Florence (San Lorenzo), you'll be minutes from Florence Botanical Gardens and Academy Gallery.
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Just days after the head of Harford County Public Schools announced he is leaving, another administrator is retiring—this time to work on his golf game.
Bill Lawrence, Harford County's Associate Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, sent a colorful email to fellow administrators this week, announcing that he, too, would be leaving his post on June 30.
The email, obtained by Patch from an administrator in the school system Thursday afternoon, read:
As HCPS enters a phase of transition I am taking this opportunity to move into another round of my golf career.
As of June 30, 2013, I am resigning my position as Associate Superintendent of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment. I have enjoyed my work with the HCPS community tremendously and am most impressed that most of you either send, have sent or will send your children to our schools. There is no higher compliment to an organization. HCPS is a good school system striving to be great and to provide the BEST for ALL of its students. It has been an honor and a privilege to work with you.
"Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered with your old nonsense." Emerson, Ralph Waldo
On Monday, HCPS Superintendent Dr. Robert Tomback announced he would be leaving his position at the end of his contract on June 30.
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An aggressive approach to school improvement and pay equity for Boston's women were two pillars of Mayor Thomas Menino's 2013 State of the City address.
"Our progress is real, our future is bright. The state of our city is striking, sound and strong," he said.
Walking slowly with a cane and with a chair positioned behind his lectern, Menino told the assembled crowd his administration would push to convert more than 1 million square feet of city property into affordable housing for families.
Menino was met by a thunderous and sustained ovation as Kelly Clarkson's "Stronger" played during his entrance and he tried, in vain, to start the speech on time.
"You don't want to hear my words of wisdom, do you?" joked Menino as the cheering continued unabated.
Menino thanked the medical staff that treated him for his recent prolonged illness.
"Man, do they do a good job," he said. "They did a fabulous job. I was an easy patient, let me tell you."
Menino touted economic expansion in the city, pointing to companies like Paypal, Converse and New Balance who are moving to or expanding in the city.
Menino also took pride in the 2,000 housing units in development across the city, emphasizing progress in one of the city's long sought-after projects.
"Here's the best part: There is a crane over Dudley Square," he said.
Menino said he wanted the flexibility to change hiring and hours for Boston public schools. He also wants to end the mandated cap on the number of charter schools allowed in the district.
"Our most important collection of talent lies in our young people. And so, our first task is improving public education in our city," said Menino.
The administration will also back school improvements with funding to the tune of $30 million.
"This year, I will include in my budget new quality improvement funds. They will support great teaching, leadership training, extended time, partnerships and upgraded facilities in our schools that need a higher level of support," said Menino.
Equality for Women
Gender equality was another theme in the address. Menino said the city would do more to unlock the potential of women in the city.
"In 2013, we will also make Boston a premier city for working women," said Menino. "Women make up more than half of Boston's residents, but less than a third of our business owners. We can do better."
To help achieve his goals, Menino announced Woman on Main, a networking forum for women in business. He also earmarked a $1 million fund for better child care options. The city will also create a women's workforce council to advocate for Boston women.
"We'll make Boston the first city in the country to achieve pay equity for women," said Menino.
Job Training
To help Boston's workforce, Menino announce free Harvard and MIT courses offered at community centers.
"Open and online learning has made the whole world a classroom. We should give our residents a front-row seat," said Menino.
Menino envisioned community centers as "little campuses" to help residents learn.
Gun Control and Safety
During the speech, Menino asked Shirley Clarke to stand. Clark's son Gabriel was shot walking to choir practice earlier in January. He told her and the rest of the assembled crowd he would continue to work with mayors across the country on gun control. He also said the task force, that earlier in January performed a sweep of gang arrests, would continue to work for the rest of the year.
"Those who bring guns and drugs into our neighborhoods should know, we will bring you to justice," said Menino.
Menino wrapped up the speech rattling off several more initiatives to help improve the quality of life in the city, including programs for autistic teens, seniors, improving city services, climate work and converting 1 million square feet of city-owned property into affordable housing.
"If we help our neighbors learn more, produce more and succeed more, we'll do more to help Boston than anyone can do for us," he said.
"I've never in 20 years been more optimistic about our future," said Menino. "If all this sounds too difficult, I can say to you with complete confidence it is not. Just pull for each other as much as you pulled for me.


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Santa;'s Scrapstore grotto goes on tour in Wiltshire (From Wiltshire Times)
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7:46am Wednesday 5th December 2012 in Corsham By Craig Jones
Derrry Hill Primary School pupils welcomed by Father Christmas at the launch the Scrapstore mobile grotto
Children across Wiltshire are in for a scraptastic festive treat as Father Christmas prepares to visit the region's schools in his newly renovated scrapmobile grotto.
Santa will be on the road right up until Christmas seeing children and delivering craft gift boxes from the Wiltshire Scrapstore, in Bowden Hill, Lacock.
This is thanks to £8,000 in funding that the charity resource centre has received from the National Lottery's Awards For All scheme.
The funds have been used to convert the centre's scrapmobile into a log cabin grotto, using materials from the centre.
Glynis Cosgrave, assistant director at the Wiltshire Scrapstore, said: "We are delighted to be able to get out in the community over Christmas and we are extremely fortunate that one of our volunteers, Alice Barden, has previously worked as a set designer for the National Opera and the BBC as she helped us convert the scrapmobile into a grotto."
Jane Wheeler, director at the centre, thanked the National Lottery scheme for the funds and said she thought the grotto would help children engage and get creative.
She said: "This is so exciting for us and an ideal opportunity for our charity to work with Father Christmas to bring a unique, fun way for the children of Wiltshire to give their Christmas wishes to Father Christmas."
The charity, established in 1999, supports learning in the community by providing low cost materials to children.
Items they provide include bubble wrap, card, fabrics, foam, ribbon and wallpaper, with children regularly visiting the centre for workshops.
One of the Scrapstore's patrons, author Neil Griffiths, will be giving a reading of his new book, The Best Present Ever, at the centre, followed by a Christmas craft activity workshop and visit to Santa in his Scrapmobile grotto on Saturday, December 22.
The sessions will run between 10.30am and noon with another taking place between 1pm and 2.30pm.
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Gary Henderson Receives 2012 Kerry O'Brien Coaching Award
Truly a master coach
Based out of Florida, the Villages Aquatic Swim Team Masters are an enthusiastic group of Masters swimmers over the age of 50. With 44 years of coaching experience, Gary Henderson uses his influence with age group, high school, and Masters swimmers to create an integrated environment that inspires each group through the efforts of the other, and puts on display a foundation for "generational swimming" that can only benefit United States Masters Swimming for years to come. He is also the Florida Coach's Chair to USMS and was recognized as the 2011 Florida LMSC Coach of the Year. Henderson is a deserving recipient of the 2012 Kerry O'Brien Coaching Award.


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Commonwealth Journal
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Grimes doesn't deny she may run for governor or U.S. Senate
By BILL MARDIS, Editor Emeritus
Commonwealth Journal
Somerset —
If it talks like a candidate, glad-hands like a candidate, speaks with the fervor of a candidate, it probably is a candidate.
But Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes was coy when asked by a reporter is she is priming for a race for governor or as a possible Democratic candidate to challenge Republican Senator Mitch McConnell next year.
Grimes, following a speech Tuesday to the Somerset-Pulaski County Chamber of Commerce, didn't rule out either option. She didn't confirm or deny.
"My focus is on being secretary of state," she answered. However, she volunteered a comment that there is considerable support for her to enter the governor's race or to oppose McConnell.
Grimes laughed at a reporter's comment that she has one of the most active public relations staff in history. Several e-mails to the media each day charter her every move.
"We're having a lot of fun," she grinned.
Democrats were out in force to hear Grimes' speech at the chamber membership meeting. She got more than one standing ovation; even Republicans stood and cheered.
Grimes is Kentucky's 76th secretary of state and only current female constitutional officer. She claims a lifelong commitment to public service and, in particular, protecting the right to vote.
She grew up canvassing Kentucky's precincts and counties to make sure all citizens had access to vote on Election Day. Additionally, she has served as a precinct officer for the 75th Legislative District and a member of the 2008 DNC Rules Committee.
Grimes tailored her chamber remarks to making it easier for businesses to operate in Kentucky and " ... making sure Kentucky is moving in the right direction. She said she is working with members of the General Assembly advocating laws that support business growth.
As a business attorney, Grimes has assisted companies in creating jobs in the Commonwealth.
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Funny you say that - my wife and I were just commenting on how harsh the ride was on her '08 328xi compared to her new wagon, which has larger wheels. I didn't know what was different, but it makes sense that the tires themselves have simply gotten better.
2011 BMW 535xi - 2008 Audi TT - 2008 A3 - 2009 Ody
not runflats but our new RDX does have nice big sidewalls (235/60 I believe). Given the condition of the roads around here, the more the better.
they are 18" though, and right now prices are nuts to replace, so I hope they can push near 50K, but I have had terrible luck lately with OEM Michelins (barely 30K on the Odyssey).
In a few years there may be more choices to pick from too. thankfully we really don't put many miles on (should stay pretty close to the 10k/year, depending on the next college location, and if we do move in another year).
2013 Acura RDX (wife's), 2007 Volvo S40 (when daughter lets me see it), 2000 Acura TL (formerly son's, now mine again), and new Jetta SE (son's first new car on his own dime!)
Just swapped out the wheels on my wife's wagon with the winter set (that we had purchased from the previous owner). 16" wheels! Unheard of! But ideal for the snow.
I don't look forward to the cost of replacing the tires on our 3's with the staggered set up. Hopefully they last for a little while (and don't hit all at once!).
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I think you can coexist. She is the truck person, and you handle all the BMWs and other nice cars.
2013 Acura RDX (wife's), 2007 Volvo S40 (when daughter lets me see it), 2000 Acura TL (formerly son's, now mine again), and new Jetta SE (son's first new car on his own dime!)
Yes, the 2014 Forester will keep the FB25 engine and now gets a CVT.
The FB25 is nice - timing chain, separate coolant flow to the heads, and easy access oil filter at the top of the engine. Could use DI to make a bit more power, though.
32mpg highway for the AWD model will be best in class.
I wasn't a huge fan of the CVT in the Impreza when I had one as a rental.
That said, I'd give up a couple MPG to do my own shifting... wonder if the 6th gear on the new-generation Subies has alleviated the screaming highway RPMs of the previous NA Outbacks?
Could be a tossup between Outback and Forester if I am forced to go Subaru to get the 3rd pedal...
Looked it up for ya...
1st 3.454, 2nd 1.888, 3rd 1.296, 4th 0.972, 5th 0.780, 6th 0.695. R 3.686, Final 4.444:1
Looks like 3rd-6th are all overdrives, but the final drive ratio is pretty short.
The CVT has a HUUUGE spread, 3.581-0.570, R 3.667. Tall Final drive at 3.70:1
steine13 Posts: 2,411Ask and ye shall receive... from an outback forum, forget who wrote it but i copied the information...
"60 MPH, 6th, 2100 RPM. 36.0-37.2 MPG. Still very effecient, even at a moderate speed, this is the speed I typically drive at(all highways here are 55-70 limit) and I routinely get 550-600 miles per tank(33-36 average)."
there you go.
cheers -mathias
It would be useful to compare to the OB's CVT ratios, which are:
CVT in manual mode: 1st gear 3.581, 2nd 2.262, 3rd 1.658, 4th 1,208, 5th 0.885, 6th 0.618. final 3.90
CVT in automatic D mode continuously varies between 3.581-0.618
So the Forester has a taller final drive, and a taller lowest ratio on the CVT. It can probably get away with that since it's lighter than the Outback.
You lose some aero, but not much. No wonder the Forester is rated higher in MPG.
I wouldn't characterize them as "screaming" RPMs. Surprisingly, my Fiesta runs at higher highway RPMs than my Forester, by a couple hundred given the same cruising speed. Happily, I get 40+ out of that (vs. 28-29 for the Forester) when cruising 68-70.
That said, I certainly wouldn't mind an extra gear (assuming lower overall ratio) for highway cruising in both of them if it meant better fuel economy.
I wouldn't characterize them as "screaming" RPMs. Surprisingly, my Fiesta runs at higher highway RPMs than my Forester, by a couple hundred given the same cruising speed. Happily, I get 40+ out of that (vs. 28-29 for the Forester) when cruising 68-70.
The screaming RPMs were when I test drove a 2006 Outback, and 70mph was clearly above 3000rpm, seemingly rather undignified for a car of its size and class.
Also test drove a 2007 Forester, which was definitely more relaxed... didn't get on the interstate with it, but did get to 60mph at roughly 2300-2400 rpm, so it would be more like 2700-2800 at 70.
The WRX that I tested around the same time was similar to the Forester. I could about kick myself for not getting that car... we know my insurance man would have been happy!
In a perfect world, the 6-speed would have similar gearing for 5th, with a taller 6th for better cruising. And that's what I was most curious about.
The CVTs do have very tall top ratios, but if I am stuck not shifting my own, I think my next vehicle would probably be a Honda CR-V. :/


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Call it blasphemous, but I am married to a UCLA Bruin. So what, you ask? Well the problem is, I am a proud USC Trojan. Yes sir, a fiesty Trojan alum who happens to have married a man who actually played UCLA basketball. So you can only imagine how much he bleeds blue and gold, much to my dismay. And trust me, that does not mesh well with my closet full of cardinal and gold gear.
And since it's rivalry week, I can only tell you that the bantering between us and our Trojan/Bruin friends and the never-ending Facebook tags of USC-UCLA jokes and photos has been a bit more fierce than usual. Believe it or not we even got into a tiff earlier this week because he tagged me in a photo of him wearing his anti-USC shirt -- I can only say it's not appropriate for prime time television. Yes, we're a house divided and on Saturday afternoon we'll both be watching the 82nd football game between our schools, sitting side-by-side, secretly hoping our respective team whoops some serious tail.
I admit, the NCAA sanction jokes, Reggie Bush bashing and this season's talk of deflated balls and switching jerseys hasn't been easy to take. But it's always good to know I can rub a little salt in the fact that the Trojans have dominated the Bruins over the past decade. Although I will say my husband's instantaneous whispers of 13-9 from the 2006 game still tears deep into my gut. If only ... but I digress.
It has been a season of disappointment for the Trojans given that they were considered the No. 1 team in the nation at the start of the year and expected to compete in the BCS title game led by what everyone thought would be a strong Heisman candidate in Matt Barkley -- although even my dear sweet UCLA husband will tell you, I thought we didn't deserve that ranking from the get go. Meanwhile, Jim Mora, Jt. has brought a new life and swagger to the Bruin program and those dudes in Westwood have truly surprised everyone, including me. But when it comes down to it, a win in this crosstown rivalry during any given season does a whole lot for the soul.
And of course this year's winner gets to play in the Pac-12 championship AKA become video game highlight material against the Oregon Ducks, who frankly in my opinion, cannot be beat by any team in the nation! (See, even before being a USC Trojan, I am a college football fan at heart and refuse to watch the game with myopic tendencies toward my team -- and yes, my husband will be the first to admit that I always keep it real when it comes to sports. Thank you very much.)
So like all years, Saturday's match-up is more than just a matter of X's and O's. This ones for all the marbles, at least in this household. And like usual, I'm hoping Saturday's game will end with my husband's usual depressed mumble that has become music to my ears ... "Well there's always basketball season."
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Delweld didn't look like the regular-season champions the first time through the lineup against Laurel Auto Group right hander Chris Nolan in Monday's AAABA League playoff game at Point Stadium.
But after making the proper adjustments and getting its timing down, Delweld exploded for nine runs on nine hits between the fourth and sixth innings. The outburst helped Delweld pull away from Laurel Auto Group with a 12-7 victory to sweep the semifinal series and advance to the championship round.
"It took us one time through to kind of see what he had and what he was working with," Delweld manager Chris DelSignore said about Nolan. "That's kind of what we do. We're not the type of team to jump on somebody early. But we stay patient and we realize and know that we're going to get our opportunities at some point. It's just a matter of staying focused and staying patient."
Seven different Delweld starters got a hit and six produced at least one RBI, showcasing a deep and talented lineup.
Laurel Auto Group got on the board first in the third inning on a Zach Zimmerman (2-for-4) RBI single to right field.
In the fourth, Delweld center fielder and league MVP Josh Staniscia reached on a one-out single to center and then stole second. Matt Martin lined a double off the screen in left-center to bring Staniscia in. With two outs, Drew Hemminger produced a run-scoring single to center, one of five two-out RBI's for Delweld.
LAG tied the game at two with a Ben Webb (two RBI) RBI single to center in the fifth.
Delweld didn't relent in the fifth, scoring three more runs to regain the lead. Ian Helsel brought in Eric Weyant with a single off the screen in left field. With two outs and a 3-1 count on cleanup hitter Martin, Nolan grooved a pitch the catcher drove to left field to score Helsel. Martin scored in a bizarre way as Nolan's pickoff attempt at second sailed into center field. Martin went to third base and came around to score as the throw from the outfield went wide of home plate.
"The train derailed there in the bottom of the fifth inning," Laurel Auto Group manager Mark Thomchick said. "Defensive miscues killed us the whole series. We gave them a lot of free runners. The big hit from Martin with a runner at second with two outs, we wanted to pitch around him a little bit. Just a bad 3-1 pitch. That snowballed the rest of the inning."
Delweld (28-9) tacked on four more runs in the sixth inning. Weyant (two RBI) and Helsel (2-for-4, two RBI) had RBI singles. Staniscia (2-for-3) brought in a run with a sacrifice fly and Weyant stole third and came in to score on a throwing error to take a 9-2 lead.
"That's what we were focusing on, getting into good hitting counts and getting something we could drive and put the ball in play and see what happens," DelSignore said. "That's the key to hitting and we were able to do that. Hopefully, we can carry that approach in through the championship series."
Four-seed Laurel Auto did not back down, however. Webb brought in a run with a sacrifice fly and Ryan Bills produced a two-run single to center to close the margin to 9-5.
Delweld scored on a bases-loaded walk in the seventh and Luke Campbell blasted a two-run homer to left-center for another two-out knockout punch.
Laurel Auto scored twice in the ninth with a Gordan Barr RBI triple to right, and on a fielder's choice.
Delweld lefty Austin Sleek went 62⁄3 innings for the win, giving up five earned runs and striking out five.
"Pitching, defense, timely hitting, that's the recipe to winning baseball," DelSignore said. "We've played, for the most part, clean defensively this series. We have to have that night in, night out and we have to have good pitching. If we get those two and we swing the bats adequate enough to where I think we can, we're going to be in every game."
Despite losing three key pitchers throughout the summer, DelSignore said, "We don't have time to mourn the loss of our pitchers that we've had, so it's just guys have to come in and step up and do the job. To this point, they've done so, so we just have to keep going."
Laurel Auto ended the year 21-16, but Thomchick said he was proud of his team's effort throughout the summer.
"Our team has fought back all year. We've done a good job throughout the regular season in never giving up. We've had some good comeback wins, so I'm proud of the way the guys fought at the end to put five more runs up and really scrap, claw, and fight there at the end.
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"Thanks a lot for your assistances and services which you have renderd for us may the good god bless this community and the beloved patron blessed Chavara let you lead in good faith and service"
We are very pleased with Chavara matrimonial,compared to other matrimonial sites we had joined , Chavara had provided great service. We are thankful to Chavara in us helping to find each other.We wish Chavara matrimonial good luck in helping many like us to find their suitable partner. Thanks!!!!