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2007 Ford Expedition EL Limited 4X4
Big as a spacecraft, and can tend to drive like one, too.
By the year 2045, family buses such as the '07 Ford Expedition EL will have evolved into vehicles such as the TTA Colonial III, according to our dog-eared copy of the Terran Trade Authority Handbook: Spacecraft 2000 to 2100 AD by Stewart Cowley.
If you think the Expedition EL is a big sucker, just wait till the Colonial III slides into showrooms. The book, which bills itself as "the comprehensive, all-color guide to the major spacecraft of the last century," puts the TTA Colonial III's cabin volume at 750,000 cubic dekameters, or 26.5 billion cubic feet. Finally, a vehicle you can toss a stroller into unfolded — and with a bit of extra knickknack room for, say, Las Vegas.
Actually, the Expedition EL, with its 131 cubic feet of cargo space behind the front seats, represents a rare downsizing for Ford and its line of steadily waxing sport-utes. The Excursion was yanked from the lineup in 2005, and the Expedition EL, an Expedition stretched by a foot at the wheelbase (and by $2650 to $4450 at its base price, depending on trim), is its replacement.
Yet the EL is smaller than the Excursion — at the wheelbase by 6.1 inches and bumper to bumper by 5.1 inches, the better to weave around apoplectic environmentalists. The EPA quotes no mileage figures for the EL, owing to its over-8500-pound gross weight rating. Ours ran 14 miles on a gallon.
There's still full-platoon seating in the EL, for eight with front buckets, nine with a no-cost front bench, or seven with the optional second-row captain's chairs (the Colonial III will carry 28, plus 1200 "mobile Mechteck labor units" designed to resemble Little Leaguers). Ford claims even the EL's 60/40-split third row is packaged for six-footers, and we found no reason to argue with that. The '07 Expedition's cockpit seems combed and spit-polished with dabs of fine chrome trim and tight-fitting plastic panels where pretend wood meets counterfeit alloys. GM's biggest utes still have the lead with their new "luxtastic" interiors, but the Expedition EL runs right into the General's slipstream.
No one could accuse the iron-block 5.4-liter V-8 and six-speed automatic transmission of getting off easily, what with 6280 pounds to tote in our EL Limited 4x4. The run to 60 mph is 9.0 seconds with all 300 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque working hard. The EL's 8750-pound towing capacity (9000 with two-wheel drive) is down on a Suburban's, which maxes at 9700. Still, it's probably not worth waiting 38 years for the McKinley Ion Drive Model C2 to be invented.
The Expedition's rear multilink suspension helps soften impacts and keeps the body stable and on course around freeway off-ramps. But even a tangle of control arms can't lighten the EL's heavy step or enliven its labored acceleration. The ride is commendably quiet, but parking the EL takes all the finesse of guiding the Colonial III between Saturn and its rings.
Buying an EL without its $675 reverse distance alarm would be like ordering the Colonial III without its Type 170 Meteorite Deflector Shield. Only a space cadet would do that.
VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, rear/4-wheel-drive, 8-passenger, 5-door wagon
PRICE AS TESTED: $51,080 (base price: $43,395)
ENGINE TYPE: SOHC 24-valve V-8, iron block and aluminum heads, port fuel injection
Displacement: 330 cu in, 5414cc
Power (SAE net): 300 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 365 lb-ft @ 3750 rpm
TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic
Wheelbase: 131.0 in Length: 221.3 in Width: 78.8 in Height: 78.3 in
Curb weight: 6280 lb
Zero to 60 mph: 9.0 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 25.5 sec
Street start, 5-60 mph: 9.4 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 16.8 sec @ 84 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 101 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 197 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.66 g
C/D-observed: 14 mpg


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Brooke Crum
The Port Arthur News
In less than a month, the city of Port Arthur will have a first-rate marina worth at least $10 million complete with a set of floating docks on Pleasure Island, said Terry Doyle, chairman of the Pleasure Island Commission.
But in order to complete the work on the marina, bills must be paid, and that responsibility falls on the city. After several discussions and several meetings, the Port Arthur City Council has agreed to fund the remainder of the project as long as the island repays the loan in full plus 1.2 percent interest.
The council passed an ordinance Dec. 11 that amended the budget by $2.5 million in order to fund repairs to the marina that was damaged during Hurricane Ike. With this budget amendment, the city could pay Shoremaster Inc. for the work the company had done to the marina until the island received the loan from the city. Payments totaled approximately $1.5 million through October.
The City Council approved a resolution Dec. 18 to allow the city to pay more invoices for the marina project. The payments to Shoremaster added up to $767,492.97.
At the Dec. 18 City Council meeting, Doyle told the council that the island would be "happy as heck" to pay the city back within three years, using profits from the marina itself to pay back the loan.
Doyle said he expected the marina project to be finished sometime in the middle of January.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency awarded the island $7.5 million more than a year ago to restore the hurricane-battered marina. The agency agreed to provide the island with an advance of 80 percent of the funds and pay 90 percent of the total project cost. Pleasure Island would be responsible for the other 10 percent.
The total estimated cost of the project was $8.3 million. FEMA's Public Assistance Grant Program covers 90 percent of that cost — $7.5 million — but FEMA would only advance 80 percent of the funds until project completion. To cover the rest of the costs, Pleasure Island asked the city of Port Arthur to lend the commission the other 20 percent.
Once the project is complete, the island would inform FEMA so the agency could approve the disbursement of the rest of the project funds, which would be about $1.4 million. That money would go toward repaying the city, Doyle said.
Pleasure Island would pay back the rest of the money owed the city with profits from the marina, Doyle said. He expected that it would not take long to reap a profit from the new floating docks, which survived Hurricane Ike along the Gulf Coast. Once complete, Doyle said, the marina would be just 10 minutes from open water, unlike many marinas along the Gulf Coast that are an hour's distance from open water.
And Pleasure Island's golf course would be open by next summer, Doyle said, in another effort to return the island to its pre-hurricane state.
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Ford Focus Recalls and TSBs
I have a SE 4 door (ZX4) and have just come across this similar problem today, last night my car was fine, this morning, I couldnt get the key in the ignition, I "co-erced" it in a bit, and got it in, though sticky/tricky, and the thing is locked up, steering and all.
I had no warning about this prior that something was fatiguing or wearing down. I called the dealer and they said this happens a bit with all foci, "however",the rep said, "at this time it is not considered a recall?"... Crap!. they estimated about $300 inc labour for the fix to the "tumblers" I think it is?
Well, alternative to taking the car to the Dealer to get fixed, I called in a Locksmith here in town (Edmonton, Alberta). They fixed the problem by drilling out the old and re-installing a replacement(after about 2 hours of work) for $200 CDN, PLus they guarantee their work and are with the BBB (Dial Locksmiths of Edmonton). New Key was not needed. They say they do 2-3 foci a week with the same problem. Better prices than the dealer and no tow fees!. I wouldnt pay ford to do it anyway!...As soon as I find out whom to write to, I'll be writing a letter to Ford.
BTW, my car is a 2000/yr model and has 65000 K's
This is my letter to ford...
Yesterday, My vehicles ignition locked up without warning. The Dealership quoted me $300 for repair and that "they see this mechanical failure happen with the FOCUS alot, yet, it is not a recall item or TSB". I have researched this complaint and have come across a multitude of similar or exactly the same complaints all over North America. "Forums Galore" to coin a pun.
I spoke with several dealers and locksmiths which led me to conclude that the failed cylinders resulted from a substandard manufactured cylinder which rapidly deteriorates with use and eventually fractures and jams.
Ford apparantly is well aware that these fragile cylinders are made of substandard materials and are breaking and jamming at an alarming rate.
I Had no option but to get this fixed (by a locksmith, smaller estimate cost than Dealership, whom does 3-4 of the same fixes p/week on focus/s). I do not believe this is a cost that should be absorbed by the consumer, as I have also found out that MANY owners have had to have the repair done more than once, sometimes at the dealer and sometimes with a Locksmith. The cost for my repair was $197 + GST. I would expect Ford to re-imburse me for this amount upon submission of reciept. Please forward me the correct address to whom I may send the Bill.
I have tolerated the MANY numerous recalls and defects regarding the FOCUS's quality and safety control issues,including having to replace the over-sensitive airbags, windshield in a 5 KM hit, however, this most recent incident, if not attended to By Ford in a Forthcoming manner, will be the one that forces me to cease purchasing Ford Product in the future (I have been a loyal ford customer for close to 20 years).
Simon R Jones
Edmonton, Alberta
I also have been having rear brake squealling noises. Started @ 33,000 miles now have 43,000 miles. It has been at the dealership 3 times for replacement of brake parts, pads, etc. Was told there is a TSB out on this issue. Just left the dealer approximately 2 weeks ago and the braking squealling is back again. The dealer told me it might come back again...Don't know what to do, still owe another 2 years on it. Any ideas of how to fix the brake issue?
Have been having this problem since 33,000 miles. Now have 43,000 miles. Have had it in the dealership 3 times and had the brakes pads, shoes all upgraded with the TSB from Ford. The last visit they even attached some kind of magnets to the brake area and told me that the squealling may come back and it did. Soooo sick of it and it is very annoying coming to a stop to hear that noise. Still owe on this car, any advice on how to fix this problem? Thank You
I started having problems with my ignition sticking and not being able to turn the key a few months ago. On May 31st I parked my car at my daughters house and tried for a whole day to get the key to turn and it wouldn't. I called 2 different Ford Dealers in Edmonton, 1 where I bought it and another closer to where the car was. Where I bought the car I was quoted $300-500 for the repair (plus towing it there would have probably cost another $150). The closer dealer quoted me $400-700. This particular dealer's service department was very rude to me when I asked them how come the price difference and if they would arrange the towing to which they said no. They would not give me a timeline to when the car would be fixed! I was also moving and my boss came out to help move my things into my new residence and said he would go home and research the problem on the internet. He called me later that evening and said that a woman from Edmonton had called Dial Locksmith to fix her car and it cost $200! So I called them the next morning and they quoted approximately $200-300. Early afternoon I met them at my car and the very qualified and pleasant technician proceeded to drill out my ignition and only charged me $175.00!!! I would totally recommend them to anyone in the Edmonton Area as they are quick and you save the towing charges and hassle with Ford. I also will be looking into where to send a letter to Ford with my complaint. They must get 1000's of them!!
ja_norton Posts: 1I experienced this problem 2 months after purchasing a used Focus. The first time it happened, the 1st locksmith contacted by AAA refused to help me citing ignition problems were extremely common in the Focus and they could not help me. They recommended having it towed directly to the dealer. Fortunately, a 2nd locksmith was contacted and he was able to get the key to turn by spraying WD-40 into the ignition, putting the key in the ignition and tapping the top end of the key with the handle of a screwdriver. I've used this technique for the past 6 months and have a can of WD-40 in my car at all times. The problem has progressed to the point where I have to pound the crap out of the key in the ignition about 20-30 times before I can get it to turn. I was using my hand until it started bruising, now I'm using the manual that came with the car. I'll have to get it fixed very soon, but hopefully this technique will help someone in a jam!
When I tell people that I have a Ford Focus ZX4 SE, I feel proud... up until today. My key is stuck in the ignition... I can turn the car on, but I can't remove the key. I've wiggled and jiggled... for nothing. I see that this is a common problem (that I wish I would have know about before my purchase last year) with a common temporary fix, shelling out $300+ to get the ignition replaced... not happening over here because I'm a broke college student. So now I get to decorate my steering collum with Hawaiian Lei's that double as a disguise for the KEY THAT'S STUCK IN THE IGNITION!!! WTF!!!
I did some more reading... yeah, my CD player went crazy on me in May but I was under warrenty and the Ford dealer got me a new one the next day... after yelling profanities at the ONLY COMPANY IN THE STATE OF INDIANA THAT CAN REPAIR CD PLAYERS IN FORD AUTOMOBILES!!!... and I had to demand a next-day appointment just to get it taken care of. :mad:of my vents... and I thought maybe I was crazy, but like others out there, my AC doesn't blow out of all of my vents. :confuse:
What's next my fellow Focus owners??? I've read about breaks... and ignitions... and vents... and air bags... Please... no more problems... please... I'm broke!
Broke College Student With A Well Decorated Focus In Indiana
Thank you for your reply. I truly apprciate it. Another TSB came out in July 2006 and I took it back into the dealership, good thing I had checked on the computer because the dealer will not call you in for sure. They replaced the rear wheel cylinders and replaced the rear pads again for the 3rd time and have not had a squeellllllling noise since! YEA!!!!! It was the rear wheel cylinders the whole time!
paintcrazy Posts: 1
Guess I spoke toooooo soon, the squeeling has returned yet again been almost 2 weeks since the dealer replaced the rear wheel cylinders. This is my 5th time to the local Ford dealer had it allllll done, pads, shoes, drums looked at etc. and last but not least the wheel cylinders on the rear. I was reading that CA had a class action suit regarding the Ford Focus 2000, 2001 on the internet! Sooooo sick of it and I still owe another 2 years on it! FED UP!
kramcos Posts: 1I have a 2000 Ford Focus SE. About a year ago the interior light stopped working (new bulb didn't help) and the window defrost on the rear window stopped working. According to the manual I have this could be the CTM (Central Timer Module). I found out that this part is $50. The dealership said it would be a minimum of $100 to look into the problem. Has anyone had this problem? If you did, what was the cause? Thanks
I bought a new 2006 Ford Focus ZX4 ST sport model in January 2006. I like the car and it runs well, and I like
the extra power. I'm sorry to say, I've been unlucky with some pesky warranty problems. Two problems fixed the first time, but my car has been plagued with an intermittent problem with the TRACTION CONTROL dashboard light coming on lit solid when it shouldn't Ditto for the ABS and brake lights. The Ford dealer has been great about trying to remedy the problem but have failed to date. Now the 4th try will be with the aid of a traveling Ford Service Rep on Tuesday.
Does anyone else out there who owns an ST model Focus, have problems with the intermittent errant "Traction" control light coming on, and ABS Brake lights when they shouldn't be?
At this point, if they don't fix my car the 4th try, I'm going to either hire a lemon law attorney, or use the arbitration system.
Is you're Focus out of warranty? If not, the ignition key being stuck issue should be covered by the warranty. It sounds like Focus's (especially earlier model year ones), have had this problem a lot. If you're car is out of warranty, I would ask the Ford dealer if they will fix it
at no charge. Sometimes a dealer will for cronic problems
that they have a "Technical Service Bulletin" for. If they
won't fix it, I suggest to write a complaint letter to the Ford district office in Dearborn MI. Good luck.
The ignition problem where your key won't turn is NOT a warranty item after the first 60,000 km in Alberta. You have to pay for it yourself, Ford dealers are very expensive for this! In Edmonton call Dial Locksmith who will do it for under $200 usually. Ford charges anywhere from $400-700..I've been thru it all at the end of May!


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"Take this camera, grab a press pass at the tech booth and
get us some good shots from up on the hill." Those were the instructions from
my editor for the championship day on the mountain at the 2008 Jackson Hole Hillclimb.
"Ryan, ummm—this may be a dumb question, but where exactly
is the tech booth?" Those are the words I uttered over the phone as I first
arrived at the base of the mountain, dressed from head to toe in my full riding
gear in preparation for a long day snapping pictures in a snowstorm.
Apparently I'd forgotten to mention to my higher ups that
I'd never been to the Jackson Hillclimb. I'd always wanted to and had actually
made plans to go a few winters back with some buddies, but on a college
student's budget, they never really amounted to much more than that—just plans.
This being my first year on the job with SledHeads,
I've been tossed right into the middle of a lot things I'd never even dreamed
of being a part of. After my first winter season here, it's a no-contest
declared decision that Jackson
was the best experience of the season. Getting right up close and personal with
some of the most tricked-out mod sleds you'll ever see, standing just feet away
from a turbo monster pawing and scratching for every bit of traction through
the rocks and ruts on the hill, diving out of the way of a sled out of control
on its way back down the hill—riderless—shooting right for the catch net. Yeah,
it was quite the experience.
I'd heard stories around the water cooler at the office and
countless more from friends and acquaintances through the years as to just how
much fun the World Championship Snowmobile Hillclimb can be, but it's truly an
event that is worth experiencing, not just hearing about.
As this was my first time at the event, I was a little
overwhelmed with the whole thing, being there right on the track, just feet
away from the competitors ripping up the hill. I guess I never realized just
how intense and incredibly insane these riders have to be to attack something
that treacherous and steep. I had a hard enough time maintaining balance and
footing on the catwalks. I can only imagine what it's like keeping a 150 hp
sled pointed in the right direction over that stuff.
There were a few highlights from the day that still stand
out in my mind. Like Tony Zollinger's attempt at becoming Superman flying
through mid air as his Cat's rear skid unloaded so hard through the Rock Garden
that it launched his body straight vertical with nothing but the earth's
gravity keeping him from going into orbit. Or Tyler Crockett, one of the
competitors, who sat watching in awe as his Polaris went ripping back down the
hill riderless and fearless for what was about to become another brutal
confrontation with the catch net. Its soon-to-be-fatal meeting with the fence
came to an abrupt stop when the only tree within 50 feet intervened and stopped
it dead in its tracks. You could hear plastic bumper pieces shattering and aluminum
crushing from 300 yards up the hill. It wasn't pretty.
Whether you'd prefer sitting at the bottom of the hill,
shooting the breeze with your friends in a couple of lounge chairs, keeping an
eye on the action through the big screen focused on every rider's every move or
standing up on the top along the fence line, trying to maintain balance on the
steepest section of the climb, cheering on each competitor as he tackles the 30-foot
nearly straight vertical section of rocks and boulders known as the Rock Garden,
the hillclimb is something else. The entire weekend is an experience every
snowmobile enthusiast should be a part of at least once in his or her lifetime.


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Though the Nyko Raven PS3 controller provides an Xbox 360 controller configuration for the PS3, its unresponsive D-pad and bulky feel will have you looking elsewhere.
Nyko once again beats Nintendo to the punch by offering a two-in-one remote/MotionPlus design at the same price as an original Nintendo Wii remote controller.
Nyko and Nvidia are betting big on a standardized controller input scheme for Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
As the first QWERTY Wii accessory we've seen, the Nyko TypePad Pro works well; however, we're not sure it's useful enough to justify its purchase.
The Nyko SpeakerCom 360 is a great idea on paper, but is seriously flawed in its actual performance.
While the Nyko Charge Base IC goes for a few dollars more than we'd like to pay, its magnetic induction, auxiliary USB port, and power toggle separate it from other charging systems we've seen.
Nyko enters the tablet market with a number of third-party accessories that improve upon the Kindle's button layout design. Also, Nyko is focusing on the PS Vita, with speaker and battery accessories as well.
The Action Pak provides a better shooting experience than the Zapper or the Perfect Shot and is recommended for any Wii gamer who is serious about the genre.
For 30 bucks, the Nyko Zoom aims to deliver a true Kinect experience in a much smaller space.
The absence of products that support Trans-Port and the uncertainty of MotionPlus compatibility may have you waiting until you pull the trigger on a Nyko Wand.


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Will Obama Be a One Term President?
With diminished popularity and tough times ahead, is Obama destined to be a one-term president?
Alvin Felzenberg, on the Thomas Jefferson Street blog, asks the question some Democrats are afraid to even think: Will Obama be a one-term president? The idea was almost unfathomable during the optimistic days of Obama's election and inauguration. Since then, many feel, Obama has fallen short on his promises of "hope" and "change." He frustrated many of his most ardent 2008 supporters with his slow pace on immigration reform, gay rights, and the environment. One of his most major accomplishments, the Affordable Care Act, was hugely controversial. And most recently, the high-stakes debt drama ended with a deal that discouraging to Republicans and Democrats alike. Furthermore, the stagnating economy and an unemployment rate stuck at 9 percent are bad news for everyone.
Nevertheless, there have been a few victories for Obama—the spree of bills passed in December of 2009's lame duck Congress and the killing of Osama bin Laden in May boosted Obama's popularity. And this weekend's expected presidential campaign announcement by Texas Gov. Rick Perry will make the current field of GOP 2012 contenders even messier and more crowded. [See a collection of political cartoons on the 2012 GOP hopefuls.]
According to Felzenberg, Obama's own administration is a part of the president's undoing, with their crass handling of the deficit deal, the upcoming campaign and bin Laden's assassination. The New York Times's Helene Cooper uncovers another angle. In January 2010, Obama told Diane Sawyer in an ABC News interview he would, "rather be a really good one-term president than a mediocre two-term president." A year and a half later, Cooper asks, "Is he willing to try to administer the disagreeable medicine that could help the economy mend over the long term, even if that means damaging his chances for re-election?"
What do you think? Is Obama destined to be a one-term president? Take our poll and leave your comments below.
This poll is now closed, but the debate continues in the comments section.
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Gagosian Plans Franz West Exhibit for Frieze Week
During Frieze Week, Gagosian Gallery's Britannia Street outpost in London will present a solo show of work by Franz West, who passed away over the summer. West was "actively engaged with the preparation of this exhibition" up until his death, according to a press release. Read More


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Cleveland (AP) -- Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najeh Davenport was acquitted of a misdemeanor domestic violence charge in Cleveland Municipal Court.
Davenport had been accused of slapping and punching Anita Person, the mother of his 5-year-old son at her Cleveland home in October. He was also acquitted misdemeanor child endangering and unlawful restraint.
Davenport told jurors, "She's making that up."
He said Person jumped in his vehicle and grabbed the child as he drove off and he eventually stopped and they got on a tug-o-war with the boy.
City prosecutors said Davenport slammed Person to the ground, hit her and tried to choke her.
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Stephen A. Smith derided for implying women provoke domestic violence
A popular ESPN analyst is being highly criticized for comments he made Friday morning about women and what he seemed to imply could be their potential role in domestic violence.
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Man In Serious Condition After Bridgeport Shooting
Police are investigating a late night shooting Friday, which left a 22-year-old man seriously injured in the torso.
With creation of commission, Stonington begins planning for climate change
The Board of Selectmen has agreed to form a commission that will create a long-term plan to address climate change and its potential effects on the town.
East Hartford Police Seek Murder Suspect
Police are searching for a 21-year old woman who they say was involved in a serious assault and stabbing incident in June.
Students Flex Creative Muscles at Engineering Camp
Two dozen students at a summer program at the University of New Haven are learning engineering skills thanks to 3D printers.
Klingerman travels: New London firm moves to East Lyme
After 53 years in business in downtown New London, Klingerman Travel has completed a move to this town's Flanders section.
Old Saybrook roads fixed after ruined by beavers
News 8 returned to the Merritt Lane which neighbors feared was compromised by beavers burrowing underneath it.
DEEP receives grant for removel of marine debris left by Sandy
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Marine Debris Program has awarded $752,822 to the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection for the removal from Connecticut's shoreline of marine debris left by Superstorm Sandy in October 2012.
Residents Stop Gunpoint Home Invasion By Teenager, New London Police Say
Officers responded to the house at 308 Crystal Ave. about 2:50 a.m. after receiving a report of an armed suspect in the home, police said.
A Dutch air force transport plane carrying the first 16 coffins with the remains of victims of the downed Malaysian airliner took off on Wednesday from an airport in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv for the Netherlands.
Greenberg Is Now a Gop 'Contender'
WASHINGTON - The National Republican Congressional Campaign committee has elevated Mark Greenberg, a candidate for the 5th District congressional seat, to "Contender" status.
Pregnant woman strangled, boyfriend beheaded in Craigslist sex meeting
When Michigan police found the body of a 25-year-old man in a park last week, they had a macabre mystery on their hands.
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DEEP Receives $752,822 Grant from NOAA
Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection on Monday announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Marine Debris Program has awarded $752,822 in federal funds to the State of Connecticut through an agreement for removal of marine debris from Connecticut's shoreline.
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Operation Fuel, known for helping needy families get home heating oil and pay overdue utility bills, has opened its summer energy assistance program.
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More calls are coming into the Estuary Center each day requesting services through the "Meals on Wheels" program, which benefits the nine estuary towns.
Keeping tabs on invasive shrimp in local waters
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Accident Jams Traffic On I-95 South For Hours
An accident involving a motorcycle and a car tied up traffic on I-95 South for hours Sunday evening, a Westbrook state trooper said.
100 Palestinians, 13 Israelis killed in bloody Gaza fighting
Israel-Palestinian conflict Relatives mourn outside a hospital following an Israeli air strike killed three members of al-Shair family in Khan Yunis in the southern of Gaza strip on July 20. Hamas 's armed wing said on Sunday it had captured an Israeli soldier, as fighting in Gaza led to the bloodiest losses in a nearly two-week military offensive, ... (more)
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Meeting the needs of abused and neglected children in Southeast Texas may seem like a daunting task, but the Women's Ministry Team of First Baptist Church-Groves wants the community to know that helping out can be as easy as something women do all the time – attending a shower.
As part of their Spring Women's Ministry activities, First Baptist Church-Groves will host a Buckner Blessings Shower to benefit the children under the care of Buckner Children's Village in Beaumont.
Buckner Children's Village is home to more than 45 children and adolescents, aged 5-17, in four houses, providing a loving, Christian home for children with traumatic backgrounds who need a place to find hope and healing. Buckner Children's Village is part of Buckner International, a global Christian ministry that seeks justice for 'the least of these' by providing care and resources for orphans and at-risk children in the United States and more than 50 countries around the world. It was founded in Dallas, Texas in 1879.
"Many children arrive at Buckner with little more than the clothes on their backs," said Laura May, director of Buckner Children and Family Services in Southeast Texas. "This shower will help provide the same types of items to these children that all children need and desire."
Those items include personal care and hygiene items ranging from toothbrushes and soap to hair dryers and straighteners, craft and school supplies, large duffel bags and backpacks to carry their belongings, clothing, shoes, stuffed animals, toys, and sports equipment.
To contribute to the Buckner Blessings Shower, new items or monetary donations may be dropped off now through Friday, April 15 at the First Baptist Church-Groves office at 4000 Grant Ave and Salon Mecca at 3118 Nall in Port Neches, or through Tuesday, April 12 at HealthSource of Nederland, 2916 Nederland Ave. All donations will benefit Buckner Children and Family Services of Southeast Texas.
For any questions regarding this event, contact Cara Walker at (409)960-8561. For more information on the many ways to help the children of Buckner, including foster care opportunities, visit www.buckner.orgor call (409) 866-0976.


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Athens Police arrested two people Monday for allegedly trying to steal car batteries from Walmart.
Loss prevention employees confronted 25-year-old Rodtavius Buford of Trinity and 21-year-old Whitney Carden of Hartselle as they attempted to push a cart containing several batteries and other items out of the store, police said.
No attempt had been made to pay for the items, which totaled about $900.
Buford and Carden fled the store, but were apprehended by police before they could leave the parking lot. Both were charged with second-degree theft of property and were booked at the Athens Police Department.
Buford remained in jail Tuesday on $2,500 bond, while Carden had bonded out on the same amount.
Athens Police believe Buford may have stolen $1,300 in car batteries from the Athens Walmart on Saturday, Nov. 10. Those thefts remain under investigation and additional arrests are expected.


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The 2014 Nissan Xterra receives a few new features including a much needed heated seat on the PRO-4X trim. X and S grades gain Bluetooth and steering-wheel controls, while the X trim gets an audio upgrade. An improved NissanConnect with Apps and new 16-inch alloy wheels round out the changes.
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Thunder 112, Clippers 101: Kevin Durant had 32 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists and Russell Westbrook added 31 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists as Oklahoma City cruised past Los Angeles to even the Western Conference semifinals at a game apiece.Serge Ibaka and Thabo Sefolosha added 14 points apiece as the Thunder bounced back from a 17-point loss in the series opener. Kendrick Perkins contributed eight points and nine rebounds for Oklahoma City, which travels to Los Angeles for Friday's Game 3.J.J. Redick scored 18 points and Chris Paul added 17 points and 11 assists for the Clippers. Blake Griffin had 15 points and Darren Collison added 13 for Los Angeles, which allowed 37 points in the decisive third quarter.The margin was four early in the third quarter before Oklahoma City used a 10-2 run to make it 78-66 and later rolled off 11 straight to increase the lead to 20 with 2:12 left in the stanza. The Thunder took a 94-77 advantage into the fourth quarter and the Clippers never cut the lead to single digits the rest of the way.Durant, who was honored before the game for winning MVP honors, had 17 first-quarter points as Oklahoma City opened up a 37-28 lead. Los Angeles rallied to lead by a point with 4:07 left in the half before the Thunder took a 61-56 lead into the break.GAME NOTEBOOK: There was a partial power outage with 27.6 seconds left in the first half as lightning hit a nearby transformer. After a brief delay, the half was finished with minimal lighting and the problem was fixed during halftime. … Paul was 2-of-5 from 3-point range after making 8-of-9 from behind the arc in Game 1. … The Thunder controlled the boards for the second straight game, notching a 52-36 edge on Wednesday after posting a 47-31 advantage in the opener.
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The city of Melrose will establish a permanent POW/MIA display in Melrose City Hall on Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m.
The effort, sponsored by Melrose Veteran Services, Rolling Thunder Chapter MA 1 and the Melrose Veteran's Advisory Board, aims to help keep our commitment to the more than 91,000 U.S. soldiers still unaccounted for as Prisoners of War or Missing in Action.
Melrose is home to LTJG Carleton P. Miller Jr., a Vietnam Veteran whose remains are still unaccounted for after his F4J Phantom fighter aircraft was lost off the USS Ranger 70 miles east of the North Vietnamese city of Ron. Jan. 6 marked the 42nd anniversary of LTJG Miller's sacrifice for his country.
Cities and towns across the Commonwealth are establishing these empty chair displays as a renewed commitment to the soldiers and families whose heroic commitment to their country continues indefinitely. Our district joins in this effort and promises to never forget.
The display entails an empty seat demonstrating the city's commitment to never forgetting that the battle is not over for many veterans and their families. The U.S. flag and the National League of Families (NLF) POW/MIA flag will flank the empty chair. Only when all are accounted for will the display be retired. City flagpoles also display the NLF flags to help spread awareness and support.
Melrose residents and area supporters are invited to attend a brief ceremony unveiling the display. The night intends to continue a year-long commitment by the Melrose-Wakefield-Saugus Veteran Services District to raise awareness of POW/MIA issues and will feature guest speaker and Rolling Thunder Chapter 1 MA Joseph D'Entremont.
D'Entremont and Rolling Thunder have done a tremendous job spreading POW/MIA awareness with dozens of communities slated to install a Chair of Honor in the coming year. Additionally, Rolling Thunder has been instrumental in the effort to install Chairs of Honor across the Commonwealth to include Gillette Stadium earlier this year and an expected installation at the TD Garden in 2013.
"Since 2003 Rolling Thunder MA1 has spread awareness and has helped educate the public that many American soldiers were left behind after all previous wars," D' Entremont said. "91,803 U.S. soldiers remain missing since WWI. It is our mission to remember these soldiers and their families and to make sure Americans everywhere remember them. We have teamed up with veterans service officers and town (and city) governments around the Commonwealth to place Chairs of Honor in the name of all our POW/MIAs. We should not rest as a Nation until we have accounted for every single missing Soldier. We are proud to partner with the Ryan McLane and Andrew Biggio in honoring our POW/MIAs in the towns of Saugus (and) Wakefield and (the city of) Melrose. You are not forgotten."
District VSO Andrew Biggio initiated this awareness campaign on National POW/MIA Day by holding a remembrance ceremony in the Wakefield Town Center on Sept. 21, 2012. The district plans to continue holding the event annually in Wakefield. The campaign continued in December when Saugus Town Hall became one of the first municipal buildings in Massachusetts to establish a permanent display. Wakefield will become the third town in the district to establish a display in February.


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Tonawanda News — The Tonawandas' biggest pizza party will be back for its 13th year Tuesday, as Pizza Fest takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Classics V Banquet Center on Niagara Falls Boulevard in Amherst.
Ten venues are expected to bring out their best pizza and chicken wings this year, including Flora's Café at Budwey's Supermarkets, Dave's Pizza Joint, The DeGraff Café, TC Wheeler's Bar and Pizzeria, Café Banchetti, Little Caesars, Buffalo Wild Wings, Just Pizza & Wing Co., Papa John's and Tops Friendly Markets, according to Beckie Lombardy, administrative assistant at the Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas, which sponsors the event.
Tony Candino, co-owner of TC Wheeler's Bar and Pizzeria, said the business has been taking part in the event for about seven or eight years. It's been known in the past for its reuben pizza, but a little something different is planned this year.
"We're going to show off our stuffed hot pepper pizza," he said. "We'll also have our regular pizza. ... For the wings, we're going to do butter garlic parmesan wings."
Candino said that while the event has drawbacks in that restaurants need to provide all their food and help for free, it also has its advantages.
"It's a good advertising event, I think," he said. "It helps get your name out."
Dave White, owner of Dave's Pizza Joint of Wheatfield, said the business has been taking part for the past two years. He's choosing to surprise people with his offerings this year, but said he's had success in the past.
"We've finished in the top three in some of the categories," he said. "It's definitely a good way to get your name out there."
This year's Pizza Fest judges will be Bryan Shaw of Channel 4; Beverly Loxterman, this year's chamber Citizen of the Year, North Tonawanda Mayor Rob Ortt; City of Tonawanda Mayor Rob Davis; Fred Priano, one of the founders of Pizza Fest; Barbara Hughes, owner of Webster's Bistro; Jesse Gooch of Painters Plus; Hank Cole of DeGraff Memorial Hospital; Ken Kirisits of Marjon School of Beauty and Larry Denef of the Canal Fest board of directors.IF YOU GO • WHAT: 13th annual Pizza Fest • WHEN: 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday • WHERE: Classics V Banquet Center, 2425 Niagara Falls Blvd., Amherst • TICKETS: Cost is $15 presale until Monday, $18 at the door. • FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call the Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas at 692-5120.


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Gov. Martin O'Malley's is a calamity for Montgomery County and for Maryland.
He needs to rethink his indescribably deplorable bus decision. Montgomery County is headed in the wrong transit direction and he knows better.
Too bad smart leadership like the Gold Coast Rapid Transit Project in Queensland, Australia is lost in Maryland.
Click here and here for more on the Australian project.
The lock step 'no brainer' politicians in Montgomery County display and deploy failed leadership while lying and misrepresenting the true need for the county and choosing the worst solution for years to come.
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Many years ago, while serving in the military, I was sent on a temporary assignment to the west coast for a couple of weeks to attend a technical school. After checking in at the base, I changed my clothing and went in search of the base gym. This particular base had just built a state of the art athletic complex with basketball courts, racquetball courts, indoor running track and two indoor pools.
Though I hoped that the weight room would be well equipped, I was not surprised to find a small dusty room in the back littered with assorted bars and plates and few basic pieces of rusty equipment. I trained for about forty-five minutes and decided to finish up with a couple of hard sets of bar dips. I have always enjoyed doing bar dips, it is a basic exercise that doesn't require a whole lot of thought, you can just focus on going up and down and pushing them to the absolute limit. Dips are probably the easiest exercise that you can do forced reps and negatives without the aid of a spotter. The small weight room had no equipment for dips and I was unable to rig up a temporary set of dip bars. I left the weight room and walked down the hall into the basketball court area in hopes of finding a couple of chairs or some railings which could be used for dips. I spotted an old pair of gymnastic parallel bars in a corner of the gym. I went back to the weight room, collected a couple of 25lb plates along with my belt and dipping hook and walked back to the parallel bars to do a couple of sets of dips to complete my training for that day. Those three sets of dips were easily the best three sets of dips that I had ever done in my life. The movement was smooth, the weight felt relatively light and when I was done I felt a deep ache throughout my entire upper body. I thought that maybe the wooden bars had a bit of spring to them and that they were giving me an artificial bounce. I had used the very ends of the bars and I concluded that they were as rigid as any steel parallel bars. I continued to use the gymnast bars for the next two weeks and I improved my weight for reps on each successive workout. When I resumed my training at my normal gym back home, I was disappointed to find that I was unable to duplicate the weight and reps that I had so easily performed on the gymnastic bars. Several months later, I trained at a small private gym, which featured equipment that had been custom made by the owner. The dip bars were constructed out of heavy-duty two-inch pipe. Using these bars, I again had a phenomenal dip workout. I concluded that it was the thickness of the bars themselves that were responsible for the increased performance. I have always made it a point since then do perform my bar dips with very thick bars. I believe that the added thickness helps distribute the weight more evenly across the hands and wrists, resulting in a more efficient movement. The difference between using standard dip bars and extra thick dip bars has to be experienced to be believed. If you are training in a commercial gym, it is simple to modify a set of regular dips bars to an increased thickness. You could make a plastic sleeve out of PVC piping and then wrap small towels around the bars and then slide the piping over the bars. You can also purchase Olympic bar adapter sleeves at most sporting goods store. These sleeves allow you to convert an exercise bar into one that can accept Olympic plates (why anyone would want to do that is beyond me) The sleeves can slide over most dips bars that are open ended to create a two-inch sleeve. If you train at home you can purchase a couple of two-inch metal pipes from any hardware store and with the aid of some in-expensive muffler clamps, create a thick dip bar apparatus in your power rack. Use your imagination and be creative-you might just end up with a stronger and better developed upper body.
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Nice read, informative as i've been recently thinking of making my own set of dip bars. Its handy to get the above info ragarding which would be the better size of bar to be using
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You never know what you can do, until you try to do more than you can.
Ive made my own dip bars from mounting an oly bar and an old bedpost across my powerrack sabers... Ill try using something thicker now, i can kinda imagine how that would feel better
I usually have a very hard time doing 10 dips at the gym. I was at my buddy's house the other day, and just randomly tried a set of dips in his dip station. In my regular clothes, with no warmup of any kind, I did 10 dips EASILY. The 10th rep at his place felt like the 3rd rep at mine. Therefore I 100% agree with you that different stations will give you a much different workout.
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Thanks for the post. I too have noticed the difference between thick/thin bars. More so with my elbows than anything else. I had to stop doing dips due to some fairly bad elbow pain. I just recently added them again and the dip station at my new gym has thicker bars. Maybe it just psycological, but it does seem to feel better with the thicker bars. BTW, bar width is the same compared to my old gym.
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Spacing and angle have a lot to do with it as well.
But if you really want a challenge, do dips on rings.
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I prefer thick bars which are completely parallel as opposed to the skinny, slightly angled dip stations one usually finds at commercial gyms.
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Ligonier — James P. "Jim" Wallace, 81, of Ligonier, passed away at 12:45 p.m. Friday at Avalon Village in Ligonier. He was born on May 16, 1931 to Russell and Altha L. (Harn) Wallace.
He married Greta M. Robbins on January 25, 1955 in Elkhart. She preceded him in death.
He is survived by a son, Rock D. (Valorie Slaughter) Wallace of Avilla; and two daughters: Ren (Kerry) Sprunger, Topeka, and Ranell (Dave) Enders, Princeton, Iowa. Six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren survive. Also surviving is a brother, Richard T. (Donna) Wallace, Petersburg.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Robin Patterson in 1979; and a brother, John A. "Jack" Wallace.
Mr. Wallace served his country in the United States Navy for four years. He was a member of Ligonier Evangelical Church and a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge. He was a member of the Scottish Rite, Mizpah Shrine in Ft. Wayne, Cromwell Business Association, the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Noble County Shrine Club.
He retired from the Cromwell Fire Department, where he served for 31 years as a Volunteer Fireman, and was a member of the Indiana Volunteer Firefighter's Association.
Jim owned the Cromwell Advance print shop and was the former publisher of the Cromwell Advance newspaper, and was the General Manager of the Advance- Leader newspaper. He took the photos for West Noble High School sports for many years. He was an avid supporter of their sports teams and was awarded an Honorary Letter from West Noble High School.
He was a gifted artist who painted or silk- screened many area business signs and windows. He loved fishing and hunting and was an avid outdoorsman. He loved his grandchildren and his great-grandchildren.
A funeral service in his honor will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Ligonier Evangelical Church. The Rev. Troy Diersing will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Park Cemetery with his wife.
Friends may call Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Yeager Funeral Home 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier. A Masonic Service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Friends may also visit with the family two hours prior to the funeral service on Saturday at the church.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Shriner's Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN or the Masonic Lodge of Indiana.
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The Senior Public Grants Manager is responsible for conducting the full range of activities related to securing public funding for the Trust for Public Land's (TPL's) California State Office. The Senior Public Grants Manager manages the Public Grants program, including grant research, preparation of grant proposals, managing contractors, providing funding strategy, and designing and implementing key programmatic efforts to educate project staff and leadership on public funding opportunities and to increase public funding for TPL. A key function of this position is forging and fostering relationships with public agency partners. The Senior Public Grants Manager reports to the Director of Government Affairs and works closely with project staff in California, as well as with key senior staff in other TPL departments, including Finance, Legal and Federal Affairs.
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The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and organizational support including managing correspondence (drafting, editing and execution), calendar management, and management and presentation support.
The State Director of Philanthropy is responsible for the design and implementation of all fund raising activities to support the Trust for Public Land's land conservation activities in the state.
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text: Earlier this month, former Egyptian interior minister Habib el-Adly was convicted [JURIST report] on charges of corruption and money laundering and sentenced to 12 years in prison. He is also set to face a separate trial this Saturday over his involvement in the killing of protesters. Mubarak is also facing charges [JURIST report] over the killings of protesters and could face the death penalty if convicted. He also faces charges [Ahram report] of corruption and embezzlement of public funds. Zakaria Shalash, head judge of the Cairo Court of Appeals, said this month that Mubarak may face execution [Ahram report] and that Adly's testimony could help prove Mubarak was an accomplice to the killings. In February, AI reported new evidence that the Supreme Military Council of Egypt had been torturing protester-detainees [JURIST report]. Through various detainee accounts, AI stated that individuals were tortured "to intimidate protesters and to obtain information about plans for the protests." Also in February, Human Rights Watch (HRW) [advocacy website] reported that the Egyptian military was improperly detaining protesters and allowing prisoner abuse [JURIST report].


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She didnt think she was scared of heights until she got up that high 70 feet in a tree. She had climbed the tree voluntarily as part of a team-building exercise with her school, but now perched on a tiny ledge, she wasnt so sure about what she had gotten herself into.
She surveyed her options, and there werent many. She could freak out; she could call it quits. Or she could mobilize her fear for the final challenge: a skinny rope quivering at treetop level, stretched to another anchor point. She had on a harness, so if she fell, she wouldnt crash to the ground but still.
Down below, way too far down below at the bottom of the tree, her classmates stood. Watching. Waiting. And cheering her on.
She says: Friends gotta support you. When you dont have any (support), then its hard to keep going
Seeing my friends wanting me to do this thing and supporting me and wanting me to succeed.
She counted to three and stepped onto the rope. And kept going.
A lot of times if you dont do something, you regret it for a long time. So I did everything.
Carleigh Coba was 13 years old last year when she and her classmates at Anser Charter School climbed the tree and discovered that the solution to most of the challenges as in life was to believe in yourself. And teamwork. When Carleigh was on one end of a rope and her classmates were on the other, holding her so she wouldnt fall, there was one more lesson:
I had to trust them a lot. But if (I) trusted them and they supported (me), then I could do it. I could go across, or jump off the thing.
It felt great.
Propelled by that confidence, when a teacher introduced the concept of Pay It Forward, Carleigh and her friends brainstormed the I am Beautiful project into being.
Armed with posters that said I am _______ and beautiful, five girls went Downtown to execute their project: showering people with compliments. They also invited passers-by to fill in the blank and have their photos taken. Bald, hairy, gay, freckled, funny, creative, crazy, steadfast, confident and beautiful.
(The goal was) people seeing themselves as beautiful and not having to be societys norm like you have to have the perfect look and just having them feel better about themselves.
I think the majority of people who dont feel good about themselves, or dont think they look good, are basically my age. Teenagers dont feel very good about themselves usually, and there are so many suicides about that, too.
Its really sad, somebodys taking their own life because they dont think theyre good enough.
It could be said that passing out compliments is a little thing like her classmates cheering from the bottom of the tree.
You never know what people take out of it. But if one word can help somebodys day.
Or maybe its everything.
If youre nice to everybody and you arent just thinking about yourself, then theres going to be a lot more nicer people in the world.
Carleigh hones her point with a story about a deceptively simple card game that a teacher had them play with a big lesson. Each team had blue cards and red cards. Playing blue earned points, but if they played red, they lost lots of points. However, if both teams played red, everyone gained.
One time playing the blue card sets it up for disaster The problem is that people get greedy and want more points.
When somebody wins, somebody loses. But if we can compromise, were both not losing. If we work together, then everybody wins.
And, she continues, she had another insight as students tried to figure out a strategy for the game.
Its really hard because nobody listens to each other. But if we open our ears and listen to each other.
If we stop keeping our minds only on our side and let other people talk, then maybe we can come to the middle and find something we both can be proud of.
Like, for instance, Carleighs brother wants to use, oh, say, the computer, and so does she.
We can either share it or just take turns. Its a silly example, but it does work.
The Golden Rule: Treat people the way you want to be treated. And compromise. I think a lot more could get done.
At the heart of what Carleigh is shining a light on boils down to simple respect.
As I get older, too, thats what you learn in history you just learn that everybodys equal. Thats what the Declaration of Independence says. I think thats what Ive been learning all my life.
Nobody wants to feel unequal. I know I dont. I think thats important.
In eighth grade, as part of a year of interdisciplinary studies about Africa, Carleighs class turned their attention to South Africa, where they looked in depth at apartheid. For a couple of weeks, each student took on a role: white, black or colored. Carleigh played the role of a black South African, and each student gave a speech from his or her point of view.
I gave my speech and said that we were humans and should be treated with equality, and that we had to stop obeying these laws put against (us). I said that if only one person stood against the laws, then we wouldnt get anywhere. But if we all stuck together, we could overcome this discrimination.
Once the experiment was over, I knew the fear and injustice I felt were nothing compared to what black South Africans felt in reality. I had new and great respect for Nelson Mandela and those who fought apartheid.
To stand up risk your life or your reputation everywhere to stand up for whats right. I think that when I get a little older, Ill be able to do that
It was an eye-opening experience.
I knew it was important to understand another place, to have empathy for people who were different than me, to help me understand what I believed and valued as a person.
That hits close to home in many ways, Carleigh reflects. Like how she makes friends especially as junior high school students sort themselves into social circles and cliques.
I try to be inclusive and let everybody into our group. I honestly dont like being in just one group; I like people, so Ill go talk to everybody.
I have a lot of different friends. I think thats a good thing because it gives you different perspectives of different people. You learn that theres all different kinds of people in the world even just at one school (and) you can treat them all with respect.
Carleigh is thoughtful as she ponders how all these insights propel her into the world and help define her role in it.
Theres a lot of stuff going on that we dont see.
The teachers always say its a good thing to ask questions, and so I try to ask as many questions as I can. The more you know about life or education and (world issues), the more you can make an impact.
I try not to think about (the worlds problems) all the time, just to not let them weigh me down, but youve always got to keep it in your head that (these things) are happening so you dont totally let them pass you by.
Youve got to know whats going on (so) you can do something (and) you can know how to fix it.
That said, remember that shes just a ninth-grader. She has some time to figure out her place in the world. But shes not just coasting.
Everybody deserves a chance in life, so we get education. We get that chance to do something good with what weve got.
Weve got free education up until college, so if we can get something out of that, then well be able to impact America or even the world.
I definitely want to make a difference. I have to be one of those people (who solves problems) if nobody else is going to do it, somebodys got to do it. Im going to be one of those people.
Know someone living from the heart? Idaho Statesman photojournalist Katherine Jones spotlights someone in the Treasure Valley who influences our lives not only by what they do, but how and why they do it. Do you know someone we should know? Call 377-6414 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Voices of Reason Surface in George Zimmerman-Trayvon Martin Case
The Trayvon Martin tragedy came out of a series of decisions and events that reveal a distrust of public institutions.
Two voices of calm and dignity have surfaced in the emotional case of George Zimmerman, accused of shooting an African-American teenager. And what's remarkable is that the voices of sanity will be sitting at opposing tables in the courtroom.
Florida prosecutor Angela B. Corey charged Zimmerman with second-degree murder for a shooting Zimmerman says was in self defense. She calmly stated the facts: They had examined the evidence, they were committed to achieving justice for the slain teen, Trayvon Martin, and Zimmerman had turned himself in. She did not accuse Zimmerman of being a racist on a mission to clear the neighborhood of black people. She just announced that she was doing her job.
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Then, Zimmerman's new attorney, Mark O'Mara, spoke to reporters. He didn't say much, correctly noting that it is never in the interests of the defense to discuss details of the case before it goes before a judge. He noted that he had just taken on the case (he had not sought out Zimmerman, since that would have been unethical, O'Mara noted) and probably didn't know much more about it than the reporters shouting questions at him. Was Zimmerman scared? Of course, O'Mara replied—the man was facing second-degree murder charges. Anyone would be frightened under such circumstances. O'Mara didn't get on a soapbox about the right to bear arms or "stand your ground," and he didn't besmirch the victim in any way. He was respectful and professional and uttered none of the inflammatory comments heard from both sides of the case by activists.
The respite from rhetoric is especially important in the Zimmerman-Martin case, because it is the first time the institutions that apply in this case have worked well. Presumably, we will find out what really happened on the day of the shooting. But what we do know is that the tragedy came out of a series of decisions and events that reveal a distrust of public institutions.
[See a collection of editorial cartoons on the Trayvon Martin tragedy.]
Zimmerman was carrying a gun. Why, when we have armed law enforcement assigned to protect us? He was captain of a "neighborhood watch" program—a citizens group which can be useful, but which indicates that neighbors aren't confident they will be kept safe by police. Local police failed to arrest Zimmerman or even test him for alcohol or drugs, furthering distrust of the criminal justice system by Martin's advocates. And when the case dragged on for weeks with no arrest, the resentment—and the distrust—understandably grew. Unfortunately, it also fostered a lynch-mob mentality that put Zimmerman in some danger. He failed to keep in contact with his first lawyers, perhaps worrying that the legal institution would not serve him well. And then he skipped town, indicating he didn't think authorities could protect him, either.
The case is sure to resonate for many months or longer, as locals and observers contemplate what led Zimmerman to shoot Martin. But at least, the story is in steadier hands now.


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SPARTA, Wis. (AP) -- A Neillsville man has pleaded no contest in the 2002 shooting deaths of a Sparta couple.
Larry Schaffer entered his plea Monday on two counts of reckless homicide in the deaths of Kale Kvistad Jr. and Connie DeGeorge, the LaCrosse Tribune reported (http://bit.ly/QAAQE2 ).
Prosecutors agreed to ask for no more than 16 years in prison for Schaffer, 44. They said a plea deal was warranted in part due to the passage of time in the case.
Kvistad, 30, and DeGeorge, 34, disappeared from their home on Easter Sunday in 2002, leaving three children in the house. A hunter found their remains in December 2004 under brush in a remote area near Fort McCoy. Both had been shot in the head.
Information from: La Crosse Tribune, http://www.lacrossetribune.com
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For the next three weeks CSNWashington.com will take a team-by-team look at the three divisions in the Eastern Conference. Every weekday well profile a new team and break down the changes they made in the offseason.
This week: Southeast Division. Today: Carolina Hurricanes.
20011-12 Record: 33-33-16, 82 points
Where they finished: 5th in the Southeast; 12th in the East; 23rd in NHL
Coach: Kirk Muller
Key Additions: C Jordan Staal, LW/RW Alex Semin, D Joe Corvo, D Marc-Andre Gragnani
Key Departures: C Brandon Sutter, D Bryan Allen, D Derek Joslin, D Brian Dumoulin
Projected Lineup
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The Graduate School of Education is dedicated to excellence in teacher education enhanced by collegial student-faculty relationships. We are fully accredited by The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The hallmarks of teacher education at Willamette University include: developing an interactive, experiential approach to teaching and learning, emphasizing teachers as collaborative educational leaders, gaining insight into reflective practice and classroom research, understanding multicultural and global education, demonstrating accountability to student learning, and viewing teaching as an inquiry process.
Teaching has never been a more exciting field; it represents myriad opportunities for playing a defining role in developing the future of a socially just and democratic nation. There is nothing more important than providing all learners the opportunity to succeed in their communities and beyond. At the Graduate School of Education, we strive to develop strong partnerships with Oregon schools while nurturing an awareness of the diverse needs of learners both nationally and globally. Our master's degree programs and endorsements offer a wide variety of choices in candidate interest and emphasis, thus contributing to our commitment to quality in teacher education and leadership.
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By Jay W. Bennett
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel
Independence's Brooke Foley has been named to the Class AA all-state volleyball first team released today by the West Virginia Sports Writers Association.
The 5-foot-7 junior was not only a fine setter, accumulating 704 assists, but was an all-around player with 132 kills, 143 digs, 62 assists and more than two dozen blocks.
"Brooke is an outstanding player who wants to play every position," Independence coach Patty Bryant said. "She's a team leader and an awesome person to be around. She has got it all in volleyball."
Patriots' outside hitter Anne Bass, a 5-7 junior and Foley's favorite target, was named to the second team along with Nicholas County's Lauren Young and Shayla Stear, PikeView's Danielle Compton and James Monroe's Jenna Hancock.
Four-year starter Lacee Porter ended her senior year by helping Oak Glen successfully defend its state title and was named captain of the AA first team.
Porter and Philip Barbour senior Brooke DePoy, the Big Ten Conference Player of the Year, were the only first-team repeat picks.
"It has been great to have someone like Lacee on my team," stated veteran Oak Glen head coach Ethel Riser, who watched Porter put down 309 kills, to go along with 33 aces and 76 digs en route to a 40-6 record.
"She is one of the hardest workers I have ever had. She strives to be the best hitter she can be. For someone her height, she can put the ball down with as great a force as the best of them."
DePoy posted 558 digs and 280 kills to go along with 69 solo blocks and 50 block assists. Both Porter and DePoy had teammates garner first team accolades thanks to juniors Morgan Poling of the Golden Bears and Nikki Shriver of the Colts.
A one-two punch on the court, Poling helped dominate at the net when Porter was in the back row. All Poling did this season was register 143 solo blocks, 43 block assists, 237 kills and added 161 digs. Shriver, who is just 20 kills away from 1,000 for her career, had 385 downed spikes this fall and added 360 digs, 89 solo blocks and 39 block assists.
Liberty's (Harrison) Shaniah Holtz moved up to first team after being selected as the second team captain during her junior year. Holtz concluded her final season as a Mountaineer with 112 aces, 123 kills and 184 assists.
The other five members of the first team unit included a trio of seniors — Alicia Noble of Robert C. Byrd, Frankfort's Alexis Rice and Ravenswood's Katie Buckbee — as well as junior Hannah King of Herbert Hoover.
Noble, a second-team Class AAA all-state selection in 2011, registered 301 downed spikes, 142 digs, 65 aces, 57 assists and 26 blocks. Rice tallied 887 assists, 149 digs, 58 kills, 48 aces and 37 blocks. The Red Devil Buckbee finished three kills shy of 300, had 42 blocks, 65 aces and 999 passes on target.
King was a dominant force for the Huskies in several areas. Not only did she serve up 102 aces and put down 338 kills, but King also had 93 blocks and 83 digs.
Frankfort senior Mikala Miller was chosen as captain of the all-state second team.
State runner-up Ritchie County had a pair of second team selections thanks to Kenna DeLancey and Amanda Davis. Sissonville's Bekah Baldwin and Wayne's Kasey Endicott round out the second team.
— Register-Herald Sports Writer Dan Stillwell contributed to this story.
Class AA All-State Teams
The Class AA all-state volleyball team released by the West Virginia Sports Writers Association:
First Team
Lacee Porter, Oak Glen, sr. (Captain)
Brooke DePoy, Philip Barbour, sr.
Brooke Foley, Independence, jr.
Hannah King, Herbert Hoover, jr.
Shaniah Holtz, Liberty (Harrison), sr.
Morgan Poling, Oak Glen, jr.
Nikki Shriver, Philip Barbour, jr.
Alicia Noble, Robert C. Byrd, sr.
Alexis Rice, Frankfort, sr.
Katie Buckbee, Ravenswood, sr.
Second Team
Mikala Miller, Frankfort, sr. (Captain)
Kenna DeLancey, Ritchie County, fr.
Anne Bass, Independence, jr.
Haleigh Compton, PikeView, so.
Lauren Young, Nicholas County, sr.
Shayla Stear, Nicholas County, sr.
Jenna Hancock, James Monroe, sr.
Bekah Baldwin, Sissonville, sr.
Kasey Endicott, Wayne, so.
Amanda Davis, Ritchie County, sr.
Special Honorable Mention
Cady Messenger, Bridgeport; Quinn Saunders, Robert C. Byrd; Olivia Haught, Ritchie County; Abby Tice, Oak Glen; Katelyn Hall, Chapmanville; Kirsty Kuhens, Lincoln; Avery Pivont, Summers County; Ashton King, Herbert Hoover; Stephanie Cormachia, Frankfort; Holly Mack, PikeView; Danielle Browning, Mingo Central; Kimberlyn Persina, Weir; Heather Hickman, Liberty (Harrison); Kerrie Lahoda, Tolsia; Abbey Cover, River View; Samantha Pauley, Liberty (Raleigh); Mikayla Abbott, Westside; Cheyenne Earle, Petersburg
Honorable Mention
Haley Palmer, Ravenswood; Damia Mogielski, Herbert Hoover; Muriah Nutter, Roane County; Vanessa Hissam, Oak Glen; Tristin Toman, Ritchie County; Brittany Porter, Frankfort; Abbie Smith, Liberty (Harrison); Gracen Samples, Clay County; Mariah Davis, Philip Barbour; Nicole Hamilton, Nicholas County; Savannah Perry, Wayne; Danielle Brown, Westside; Alex Baisden, Chapmanville; Molly Wickline, James Monroe; Denise Adkins, Robert C. Byrd; Jordan Younger, Mount View; Alexis May, PikeView; Haley Shrewsbury, Summers County.


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