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Metro: Last Light "significantly outselling" its predecessor first week of release
Deep Silver has announced that Metro: Last Light has been "significantly outselling" its predecessor Metro 2033 its first week of release, compared to the same launch period of its predecessor.20
Metro: Last Light Season Pass now available, upcoming DLC detailed
Information on Metro: Last Light's Season Pass and upcoming DLC has been announced by Deep Silver.2
Metro: Last Light Season Pass and single-player DLC details coming tomorrow
The official Twitter account for Metro: Last Light has revealed that information on the Season Pass and future DLC will hit tomorrow. The DLC is single-player content expanding the world of in the game, and the Season Pass will contain all the content being created since Last Light's completion. It will also be offered at […]2
UK Charts see Metro: Last Light ascend to the top spot
Metro: Last Light has entered the UK charts at first place, marking another recent success story for publishers Koch Media and Deep Silver.16
Metro: Last Light creative director responds to Rubin's account of 4A's terrible working conditions
Metro: Last Light's Andrew Prokhorov has responded to Jason Rubin's account of the terrible working conditions the Ukrainian developer endured while working on the shooter.11
Metro: Last Light FOV, AMD patch now live
Metro: Last Light developer 4A Games has issued a new PC patch on Steam, that rectifies issues with AMD cards and gives players control over FOV settings.4
Metro: Last Light dev worked without power, heat, or proper furniture
Ukrainian developer 4A Games made Metro Last Light with a fraction of the budget of competing titles, working under conditions which would be cause for a lawsuit in the west.10
Metro: Last Light FOV solution coming with title update "in the next few days"
4A Games has stated on the Steam forums that a HUD update for Metro: Last Light will be released "in the next few days".8
Metro: Last Light launch trailer gives it the horn
Metro: Last Light has received its launch trailer courtesy of 4A Games and Deep Silver, and it has that horn sound you hear in most game trailers since Inception hit cinemas years ago. You'll know once you hear it.0
Metro: Last Light PC update to enable custom FOV
4A Games is pretty sure messing with the field of view in Metro: Last Light is going to ruin everything, but since you really want to, it's going to make that possible.1
Metro: Last Light - 15 minutes of full-spec PC gameplay
Metro Last Light is out now in the US, and has already picked up a handful of strong-to-mixed review scores. VG247′s Sam Clay takes a look at the opening 15 minutes of the PC version, with all of the max-spec bells and whistles attached.20
Metro: Last Light reviews are go, all the scores here
Metro: Last Light scores have begun emerging from the underground, and we've collected them all here for your reading pleasure.34
Metro: Last Light doesn't treat you like a moron
Metro: Last Light is a dark, provocative shooter that neither coddles or insults your intelligence. VG247′s Dave Cook plays the final code and explains why it's a breath of fresh air.19
Metro: Last Light Ranger mode will cost $5 - because retailers
Metro: Last Light's pre-order incentive, the Ranger Mode DLC, may be free for those who drop cash early for the game, but retailers have forced Deep Silver to charge $5 for the DLC for non-pre-orders.20
Metro Last Light gets another trailer - entitled Redemption
Metro Last Light is a dark world, with danger ever present and the threads of society in the balance. The latest trailer shows off even more darkness.5
Metro: Last Light - Deep Silver clarifies PS4 port, SDK report
Deep Silver has clarified reports that 4A Games was looking to port Metro: Last Light to PS4.16
Metro: Last Light's latest video spotlights weapons, inventory mechanic
Metro: Last Light has a new Ranger Survival Guide video available, focusing on weapons and inventory. The video also gives the viewer a look at how to use light as an ally to a weapon and a look into how the bullet-driven economy and gun trading works. Metro: Last Light will be available May 14 […]2
Metro: Last Light packaged with Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 and above
Those planning on picking up Metro: Last Light who are also looking to purchase a new video card may want to consider killing two birds with one stone: Nvidia has announced the game will come bundled with its GeForce GTX cards – 660 or above.8
Metro: Last Light - minimum, recommended and optimum PC specs announced
Deep Silver and 4A Games have announced the official minimum, recommended and optimum PC specs for Metro: Last Light.14
Metro: Last Light second Survival video touches upon enemies in the tunnels
A video in a series the three-part Metro: Last Light Survival series has been released. Titled "Enemy Danger", it gives you a glimpse of some of the hostile inhabitants awaiting you – both human and mutant. It also delves into extremist factions, bandits, and the order of Rangers, which all fight to maintain control of […]1
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Metro: Last Light – 15 minutes of full-spec PC gameplay
Metro: Last Light reviews are go, all the scores here
Metro: Last Light doesn't treat you like a moron
Metro: Last Light Ranger mode will cost $5 – because retailers
Metro Last Light gets another trailer – entitled Redemption
Metro: Last Light – Deep Silver clarifies PS4 port, SDK report
Metro: Last Light's latest video spotlights weapons, inventory mechanic
Metro: Last Light packaged with Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 and above
Metro: Last Light – minimum, recommended and optimum PC specs announced
Metro: Last Light second Survival video touches upon enemies in the tunnels
Metro: Last Light Survival Guide video is the first in a series
Metro: Last Light achievements surface online – rumour
Metro: Last Light pre-order DLC detailed
Metro: Last Light has earned its mature rating
Metro: Last Light possibly "the best looking game" ever, producer says
Metro: Last Light 'Salvation' trailer shows mankind's reckoning
Metro: Last Light team didn't lose too much time on development after THQ sale
New Metro: Light Light screenshots surface
Metro: Last Light release date narrowed, Limited Edition pre-order bonuses revealed
Metro: Last Light Wii U cancellation not due to 'horrible CPU' claims, says THQ rep
Metro: Last Light fundamentally the same on all formats, says THQ
Metro: Last Light "Genesis" video shows in-game footage
Metro: Last Light live action trailer tells a model's sad tale
'Slow, horrible' Wii U: THQ rep unhappy with the way quote has been spun
Metro: Last Light live action trailer introduces a preacher
Metro: Last Light probably not coming to "horrible, slow" Wii U
Metro 2033 half price on Xbox Live, one week only
Metro: Last Light will not contain multiplayer at launch
THQ "a little too late" to capitalise on "bonafide hit" Metro 2033
Metro: Last Light – sensational 12-minute gameplay video


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Contingency plans are in place to assure the safety of all our students, guests, and employees in the event of fire or other disaster. As part of these contingency plans, a Disabled Occupant Evacuation Plan must be completed with any person whose sensory or mobility-related disability makes personal evacuation difficult or impossible without assistance. Each individual is unique, and different responses may be required. The Plan is worked out cooperatively between the individual, the Directors of Disability Services and Campus Safety, designated faculty or staff, and appropriate residence-life staff and their assistants. The evacuation plan is distributed to key offices and individuals who may need to assist.
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Asphalt 6: Adrenaline - Xperia PLAY
- Posted July 22nd, 2011 at 21:42 EDT by Steven Williamson
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A throwback to the days of fun-packed arcade racers, Adrenaline 6 isn't quite the polished product it had the potential to be, but its varied career mode and impressive mix of fast races and decent rewards makes it PLAY's most addictive racer yet.
We like
- High speeds around the city streets really gets the adrenaline pumping
- Fun drifting mechanic and great control scheme with the gamepad
- A.I puts up a good fight in a varied career mode
We dislike
- If you've played any of the last couple of Asphalt games, this is little of an upgrade
- Bouts of slowdown during some single player races and plenty of multiplayer battles
- Only one game mode in multiplayer
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Videogames have never been so accessible to the masses. Though Xperia PLAY is first and foremost a smartphone for making calls, surfing the net, and organising your social life, there's always that overwhelming urge to slide-out the gamepad and have a blast on one of the many titles you can download from Gameloft or the Android marketplace. Indeed, Sony Ericsson's device gives you quick and easy access to games spanning across every genre and its portability means they can be played absolutely anyway. Furthermore, PLAY's slide-out gamepad ensures you can play them the way they really should be played, ditching the gimmicky, touch-screen, screen-tilting accelerometer gameplay that has swept up the casual gaming crowd in recent years, for a more core gaming experience. Asphalt 6: Adrenaline is a perfect example of how accessible and addictive games on PLAY can be, and developer Gameloft has done well to marry that pick-up-and-play appeal with retro-infused, high speed thrills to make it one of the best titles to grace the platform.
Gameloft's long-running Asphalt series has made numerous appearances since 2004 on a variety of devices including iOS, Android mobiles, N-Gage and 3DS and has gained quite a reputation for its slick arcade racing and impressive roster of playable vehicles. If you're familiar with Asphalt, you might be disappointed at Gameloft's lack of desire to really push the series forward—this is essentially the same as Asphalt 4 and 5, albeit with a more comprehensive car roster—but it does what it does very well, providing an instantly accessible, grounded racer that takes inspiration from the likes of Midnight Club, Need For Speed and BurnOut. Subsequently, there's no need to worry about perfecting race lines or having to think at all about aerodynamic downforce; Asphalt 6 is a purely-thoroughbred arcade racer that will have you nudging other cars into incoming traffic, collecting nitro boosts and drifting majestically around wide corners at ridiculously high speeds.
Asphalt 6 boasts just three game modes: career, quick play and multiplayer. Career mode takes you across 12 different circuits challenging you to compete against others in a variety of race modes, from point-to-point races and drifting events to eliminators and duels. You win money and unlock vehicles along the way, as well as fine-tune your cars with a small range of customisation options, such as speed and handling. You can even apply decals and pick up sponsors as you progress. It's a familiar way to structure a career mode, but it's one that rewards you well for your race skills as you get access to better cars and get to feel the fruits of your labour with extra power around the track. Customisation could have been a little more in-depth, but once you hit the tarmac you soon realise that all you really need to do to succeed is put your foot down, stay focused and steer.
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CGHS volleyball team aiming to finish with a winning record
"I think we're better than 7-28," new coach Randy Skiles said. "I'm really looking to get over .500, and I think our senior leadership well help us do that.
"I think they're hungry," he added. "The seniors have been beaten to death for three years, and I think they're tired of it."
Playing in the Heart of America League against perennial powerhouses such as Moundridge, Hutch Trinity and Remington has not make it easy for the Eagles.
Struggling to finish close games has not worked in their favor, either.
"Finishing close games is something the team has had trouble with, and I think we're ready to get over that," Skiles said. "We've been working on digging in and getting it done quite a bit in practice."
In his first season at CGHS, Skiles takes over a program that graduated three starters and returns three seniors among four letter-winners.
Ashley Vogts, 5-foot 6-inch setter, will quarterback the Eagles' offense in her senior season.
"I think she's going to be a good floor leader," Skiles said. "She's looking good. Her sets are getting to our hitters where they need them."
Allie Enns (5-8) will play as the team's primary middle hitter.
"She's a junior who is hitting the ball very hard right now," Skiles said. "She looks like she's getting stronger every day."
Senior Kylie Haines (5-8) will add a defensive element to the middle of the Eagles' front line.
"She's hitting well and she's a real good blocker," Skiles said. "I think she's going to be real aggressive at the net."
He identified Kaycie Shearer (5-7) as an outside hitter, and noted the contributions of second setter Kaytlyn Bressie (5-7).
"(Shearer) keeps getting stronger and stronger—she's a pretty good passer. along with her hitting," Skiles said.
"Bressie sat out all last year with a shoulder injury, but she's come back strong this year. She'll do some setting and she'll also hit outside."
Sophomore Brooke Berg (5-4) will play significant time because of her varied skills.
"I'm not sure exactly where we'll use her—she's not tall, but I think she can get by playing in the front row," Skiles said. "We're looking at her possibly subbing in the front row, possibly at libero. And she's a real good server, so we'll have a place for her."
Shannon Williams will be a seventh contributor to the varsity in the early going.
"She's probably going to play front row and back row," Skiles said. "She's about 5-foot-6 but she's getting better at the net, and I know she'll be a good back row player.
"As the season progresses, I'm hoping to get her into the front row more and more, to hit outside for us," he added.
Aided by experience gained playing as a club team over the summer, this year's squad is taking shape rapidly.
"I watched them play at the McPherson Tournament, and it's hard to tell what they're like," Skiles said. "I've come in and changed some things, but I've left some of what I saw the same."
The Eagles were scheduled to open the 2007 season Tuesday (Aug. 28) at a quadrangular hosted by Elyria Christian school. On Thursday, they will be competing in a triangular at Inman. Matches begin at 6 p.m.
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Video: Dr. Dre & Swizz Beatz 'Chill' in the Club
Mega-producers Dr. Dre and Swizz Beatz hit the club together earlier this week. Swizzy got on the mic at Hollywood nightclub The Colony and played "Chillin'," the leaked track he produced for Dre's Detox.
"You got a liquor cup, put the cups in the air right now. You got a bottle of Patron, put it in the air," commanded Swizzy as he ad-libbed to the bouncy track, while a camera-shy Dre stayed in the background. "This motherfu**in' Dre album's a problem!"
The Bronx beatmaker recently shot four music videos, including one with Eve and another for a record called "International Party" featuring his wife Alicia Keys. Meanwhile, Detox still awaits a release date.
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By Jack Strauss
Register Columnist
Freddy, who had a great passion for the ladies, was so sick when he entered a hospital that he couldn't even take a turn for the nurse. With the marvels of medicine, however, he was soon raring to get back into circulation.
The only thing that stopped him, however, was big Bertha, the head nurse in the hospital, and it wasn't because of his good looks either.
It was because Freddy had no money with which to pay his hospital bill and Big Bertha blocked his path to freedom until his bill was paid.
By the time a friend arrived to bail out Freddy, Freddy was practically ready for a relapse. Instead, he took two aspirins and sued the hospital for false imprisonment.
"Not only was I kept in the hospital against my will," Freddy complained in court, "Big Bertha kept pecking at me with her bill."
"She was only doing her job," insisted the attorney for the hospital. "When an individual gets sick, he's willing to part with his entire fortune to be cured. If there is one thing harder than paying bills it is collecting them. Therefore, we have the very reasonable and necessary rule that no patient leaves the hospital without first paying his tab. Otherwise, hospitals would go broke and cease to exist."
IF YOU WERE THE JUDGE, would you make the hospital pay for grounding high-flying Freddy?
THIS IS HOW THE JUDGE RULED: YES! The judge held that because a patient fails to pay his bill is no excuse for detaining him against his will.
(Based upon a 1925 Alabama Supreme Court Decision)
Jack Strauss, a retired New York City trial attorney who now resides in Berea, wrote a syndicated column for 36 years called, "What's the Law?" It appeared in papers coast to coast, including the Pittsburgh Press, the Los Angeles Examiner, the Hartford Times, the Kansas City Star and the Philadelphia Daily News, among many others. It appears here with his permission.


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Idaho State Police are investigating how a semi-trailer plowed into a Caldwell business Monday afternoon.
The crash did extensive damage to Caldwell Automotive at 50 E. Frontage Road, and damaged two vehicles parked at the business. Although a mechanic was working in the garage, he was not hurt. The semi's driver, Narciso Ferreira, 58, of Nampa also escaped injury.
Here's what police said happened:
At bout 4:15 p.m., Ferreira was eastbound on the onramp for Interstate 84 when he lost control, fishtailed and went off the shoulder on the right side.
The semi went through a grassy area, through a chain link fence, and struck the building and came to a rest inside.
The onramp was blocked for about an hour.


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How to fund and operate express toll lanes on Interstate 405 and State Route 167 will be the focus of 30 local elected officials and transportation agency representatives as they convene Thursday, Jan. 24.
"This group has played a valuable advisory role since 1999 on our work to improve I-405 safety and mobility," said Washington Transportation Secretary Paula Hammond. "Together, we will improve traffic flow by using express toll lanes in a manner that fits with the needs of the communities along this corridor."
The group also will advise the Washington State Department of Transportation and Legislature on carpool exemptions, hours of operation, project timing, and funding for express toll lanes along the full 40-mile I-405/SR 167 corridor. A funding and phasing plan will be delivered to the governor and Legislature by June 2013.
Express toll lanes give solo drivers the option to use carpool lanes by paying an electronic toll. Similar to SR 167, the express toll lanes on I-405 will operate as an expressway within a freeway while allowing toll-free trips for transit and vanpools.
The first phase of I-405 express toll lanes between Bellevue and Lynnwood is under construction and will open to traffic in 2015.
The first of four meetings is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 24, at Bellevue City Hall, 450 110th Ave. N.E. Members of the public are welcome to attend and provide brief comments. Meeting minutes and materials will be available at www.wsdot.wa.gov/tolling/eastsidecorridor.
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- Would You Support a Tax Increase or Freeway Toll to Fund Completion of SR 167?, January 2013
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One day after a crushing defeat in the AFC Championship Game, New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick was asked - after 37 years of NFL coaching experience – if he is energized to coach another season.
"Yeah, I'll be here," Belichick said. "You'll have to deal with me again next year. I know that's disappointing for a lot of you. Until I'm told otherwise, I plan on being here."
Belichick's confirmation in Monday's end-of-season press conference at Gillette Stadium validates comments made by Patriots team president Jonathan Kraft last month on 98.5 The Sports Hub. Evening show host Adam Jones asked Kraft about the future of Bill Belichick amid speculation that offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels could be in line to replace the Patriots head coach sooner rather than later.
"We don't talk about Bill's contract," Kraft told Jones. "That's the way we like it. It's the way Bill likes it. … I think it is safe to say our family and Bill and this franchise have had a relationship now for 13 years and hopefully … not hopefully … definitively it will be one to continue for many more."
As for the speculation surrounding McDaniels, Kraft said there has been no indication that Belichick is reaching the end of his coaching tenure in New England.
"You don't really talk about succession planning at that level of specifics until you know somebody has a plan to leave and everything I've heard from Bill and everything I know is that Bill plans on being the coach of the New England Patriots for a number of years to come and from our family's perspective we're excited about that and I think that's the way we view everything going forward," Kraft told Jones on 98.5.
A reflective Belichick told media Monday that despite the disappointment from Sunday's loss there were plenty of positives to take from the 2012-13 season.
"Certainly there were a lot of positives from this football team," Belichick said. "It's a team that I enjoyed coaching. I thought that the players worked hard behind the scenes; everybody doesn't see that, but on a day-to-day basis they worked hard, they competed well, they didn't make excuses. They got better over the course of the season, both individually and collectively.
"We wouldn't have gotten to where we were without a lot of good, consistent performances from a lot of people in a number of games and countless practices and meetings and all the things that lead up to that. That part of it, I thought there were, again, a lot of positives that we accomplished. Certainly, the outcome yesterday is not where we wanted to end up. I give these guys a lot of credit for what they did do and the number of times they did it and the number of times they did it in tough situations. Hopefully we can continue to build on that."
Asked to identify specific positives, Belichick pointed to the team winning 13 games this season and playing in their second straight AFC Championship Game.
"There aren't a whole lot of teams that are saying that [they won 13 games and played in the AFC Championship]," Belichick said. "Our performance, our production [were also positives."
Belichick said the team will spend the next few months evaluating players and staff and organizing a plan to fill the roster for next year.
"We'll start the offseason process of evaluating the team, our schemes, and start putting a team together for next year when those opportunities come," Belichick said. "A lot of preparation in the next couple months relative to free agency and draft and so forth, so a lot of that is really preparation work as well as some decisions we have to make on players that were on the team this year that are not currently under contract for next year."
More immediately, Belichick said the team will spend the next few days readying its plan for the offseason.
"Really planning for the offseason," Belichick said. "Looking at what our staff is going to be doing, how we're going to manage our time and our priorities relative to evaluating our players, evaluating our scheme, evaluating how we did things this year from a logistical standpoint – practice, meetings, all those kinds of things – and then moving forward into draft preparations, free agency preparations. Again, all of that is kind of in a planning state; not that we haven't done it before, but specifically laying it out so everybody knows what they're doing and when they're doing it and how we can manage our time most effectively to get all those things done."
The Patriots suffered their first AFC Championship Game defeat at home Sunday in a 28-13 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Baltimore advances to Super Bowl XLVII to face the San Francisco 49ers on Feb. 3.
"Give the Ravens credit; they did a great job, they deserved to win, [and] they were the better team," Belichick said. "We had opportunities that we didn't capitalize on and they obviously hurt us. The Ravens had opportunities that they did capitalize on and that's why they're still playing. They did a better job of playing and coaching than we did last night. They deserved to win the game and they did. Take nothing away from them. We missed our opportunities."
It was the Patriots ninth AFC Championship Game appearance in franchise history.


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Tue Feb 23, 2010 11:58 amSaints beat writer Jeff Duncan confirms that free agent LaDainian Tomlinson is "unlikely" to land in New Orleans.
Fantasy Source Spin: Duncan admits things could change if restricted free agent Mike Bell or highly paid change-of-pace back Reggie Bush departs. LT might be an upgrade over Bell as a short-yardage specialist, but players that only help in that area with no value on special teams aren't usually worth 53-man roster spots.
Source: Jeff Duncan on Twitter
Tue Feb 23, 2010 11:40 amIn addition to the Jets, free agent OLB Travis LaBoy has reportedly drawn interest from the 49ers this offseason.
Fantasy Source Spin: According to the Nashville Tennessean, LaBoy visited San Francisco prior to Monday's meeting with Jets officials. LaBoy could be of situational pass-rush help in either place, but isn't someone who'd be guaranteed a roster spot.
Source: Nashville Tennessean
Tue Feb 23, 2010 11:06 amLeague sources tell NFL.com's Jason La Canfora that "some teams" have interest in Lions WLB Ernie Sims.
Fantasy Source Spin: Unfortunately for those interested, Sims isn't likely to go anywhere with Detroit counting on him to start and rebound big from a disappointing '09 campaign. The Lions will keep him on the weak side, with DeAndre Levy in the middle.
Source: nfl.com
Tue Feb 23, 2010 9:11 amCardinals re-signed DE Keilen Dykes to a reserve/future contract.
Fantasy Source Spin: Dykes played two games last year, making one tackle. He'll battle fellow former undrafted free agent Jason Banks to be Arizona's No. 5 end in camp.
Source: Scout.com
Tue Feb 23, 2010 9:04 amSaints signed FB Zak Keasey, formerly of the 49ers.
Fantasy Source Spin: The Saints appear finally to have awoken from their Super Bowl/Mardi Gras partying. Keasey, 28, becomes New Orleans' fourth fullback under control for 2010. The Princeton graduate should at least upgrade team IQ.
Source: Adam Caplan on Twitter
Tue Feb 23, 2010 8:58 amESPN's Mike Reiss suggests that the Patriots may consider using the transition tag on free agent Ben Watson before Thursday's deadline.
Fantasy Source Spin: Doing so would put the Pats on the hook for $5.2 million, but allow them to keep the top tight end in this year's ultra-thin free agent class as trade bait. More likely, Watson is going to hit the open market.
Source: ESPN.com
Mon Feb 22, 2010 11:14 pmAn NFL executive told SI's Peter King that he will be "surprised" if Julius Peppers gets $10 million a year in free agency.
Fantasy Source Spin: For comparison, Jared Allen makes over $12M annually. If the exec is right, Peppers may have to settle for a below-market deal despite the forthcoming uncapped year. The development would be a major disappointment for Peppers, who Carolina previously offered to make the NFL's richest defender.
Source: Peter King on Twitter
Mon Feb 22, 2010 10:00 pmPackers beat writer Greg Bedard expects restricted free agent FS Nick Collins to hold out "for real" this offseason.
Fantasy Source Spin: This is assuming the Packers don't sign Collins long term, and instead extend him a restricted free agent tender. Aside from his play -- obviously elite with 13 INTs over the last two years -- Collins has no leverage other than his ability to hold out. Collins is only 26 and has earned a top contract for a safety, so it would be nice to see GM Ted Thompson step up in this case.
Source: Greg Bedard on Twitter
Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:47 pmThe Jets are hosting former Cardinals OLB Travis LaBoy for a free agent visit on Monday night.
Fantasy Source Spin: LaBoy was out of football last year after having biceps and ankle surgeries, then being suspended four games for undisclosed reasons. Though highly injury prone throughout his career, the 28-year-old would be worth a flier.
Source: New York Daily News
Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:24 pmScout.com's Adam Caplan reports that the Bills are scheduled to pay Aaron Schobel a $2 million roster bonus "around" March 9.
Fantasy Source Spin: Ideally, Schobel will inform the team whether he's going to retire or keep playing before that date. Schobel would be a terrific fit as an outside linebacker in Buffalo's new 3-4 scheme, so the team is likely hoping he won't hang 'em up. Otherwise, the Bills will have yet another need area.
Mon Feb 22, 2010 7:12 pmPackers signed DB Derrick Martin to a two-year contract.
Fantasy Source Spin: They're essentially buying out his final two years of restricted free agency. Martin, 25, isn't a defensive contributor but finished second on the club in special teams tackles with 21 a year ago. The team lists him at safety.
Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Mon Feb 22, 2010 6:52 pmThe Houston Chronicle reports that the Texans have no interest in free agent LaDainian Tomlinson.
Fantasy Source Spin: Texans owner Bob McNair made it clear in a press conference last week that the team is only interested in veteran running backs that are "on their way up." LT is not. Tomlinson also told SI's Jim Trotter Monday that he's not likely to sign with the Saints because "their backfield looks set." In other words, Tomlinson is planning for a big role with his next team. Good luck.
Source: Houston Chronicle
Mon Feb 22, 2010 6:17 pmJaguars re-signed TE Ernest Wilford to a one-year, $630,000 contract.
Fantasy Source Spin: Wilford, 30, wasn't a contributor last season, finishing with just 11 grabs for 123 yards and one touchdown in eight appearances. Jacksonville would be smart to make sure he doesn't get in the way of Zach Miller's development.
Source: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports
Mon Feb 22, 2010 6:13 pmBears signed TE Richard Angulo and WR Eric Peterman to one-year contracts.
Fantasy Source Spin: You know Mike Tice is on staff if the team is giving Angulo another shot. A longtime Tice favorite, Angulo has been with six different teams and has 17 career catches. Peterman ran a sub-4.5 at his Pro Day coming out of Northwestern in 2009, but went undrafted in April and is a big long shot.
Source: Brad Biggs on Twitter
Mon Feb 22, 2010 5:59 pmNFL.com's Jason La Canfora confirms that the Saints have informed free agent Darren Sharper that he will not be franchise tagged.
Fantasy Source Spin: The idea, though, isn't to let Sharper walk. La Canfora reports that the sides will continue to work on a contract leading up to the start of free agency on March 5. A two-year deal in the $8-9 million range would make sense.
Source: Jason La Canfora on Twitter
Mon Feb 22, 2010 2:35 pmRams GM Billy Devaney confirmed that Laurent Robinson (ankle, leg) will be ready for the start of the offseason program in March.
Fantasy Source Spin: "He is coming along great," Devaney said. "He'll be ready to take part." Robinson was the team's No. 1 wideout early last season before going on injured reserve. He'll battle Brandon Gibson to start opposite Donnie Avery.
Mon Feb 22, 2010 2:31 pmRams GM Billy Devaney denies he's had any contact with the Bucs about a trade involving the Nos. 1 and 3 overall picks and QB Josh Johnson.
Fantasy Source Spin: Scout.com's Chris Steuber reported Saturday that the Rams are eying Johnson as a fall-back plan or alternative to acquiring Michael Vick. "I am being completely honest when I say I have not talked to anyone in Tampa Bay," Devaney said in an NFL.com chat Monday. "I'm not saying that won't happen at some point but to date there is absolutely nothing going on."
Mon Feb 22, 2010 1:48 pmVince Wilfork's wife indicated on Twitter that her husband will not make any drastic moves despite receiving an unwanted franchise tag from the Patriots Monday.
Fantasy Source Spin: "After six years of dedicated service i do understand this is a business," Bianca Wilfork tweeted. "It is my hope that the tag is applied for its true purpose...of alotting more time for us to continue our talks and be able to reach along term agreement. Only time will tell what the final result will be."
Source: Bianca Wilfork on Twitter
Mon Feb 22, 2010 1:00 pmEagles TE Cornelius Ingram (ACL surgery) is expected to be at full strength for the start of training camp.
Fantasy Source Spin: The Birds took a fifth-round flier on Ingram's freakish speed last year, only to see him tear the same ACL in camp that he tore as a college senior. Ingram will never be an asset as a blocker and is stuck behind elite starter Brent Celek on the depth chart. He'll need a Celek injury to matter in 2010.
Source: Philadelphia Daily News
Mon Feb 22, 2010 12:53 pmEagles MLB Stewart Bradley (ACL surgery) is expected to be 100 percent by the start of training camp.
Fantasy Source Spin: Bradley was spotted in the Eagles' locker room last month looking as healthy as ever. An impact run stuffer when healthy, Bradley may struggle in coverage initially coming off the knee reconstruction. He also had knee problems at Nebraska. It remains to be seen if he'll be a three-down player in 2010.
Mon Feb 22, 2010 12:46 pmEagles beat writer Les Bowen said in an online chat Monday that he considers the team unlikely to trade Donovan McNabb this offseason.
Fantasy Source Spin: Bowen believes a McNabb deal "would require a first-round pick, possibly more," and adds that Mike Vick is far more likely to be traded. "They might have to pay his $1.5 million roster bonus first, to prove they aren't going to release him for nothing," Bowen says of Vick. The bonus is due March 5th.
Mon Feb 22, 2010 12:34 pmAccording to Pro Football Weekly, the Vikings appear prepared to move on without free agent Chester Taylor.
Fantasy Source Spin: Pro Football Weekly is more of a source for rumors than actual reporting, but makes the fair point that Taylor could play a bigger role and perhaps get more money elsewhere. Should Taylor walk, the Vikings would likely look at third-down back prospects like Joe McKnight and Dexter McCluster in April.
Source: Pro Football Weekly
Mon Feb 22, 2010 11:40 amBeat writer Tom Kowalski says Marc Bulger could be a fit in Detroit if he gets released by the Rams.
Fantasy Source Spin: Bulger knows Lions offensive coordinator Scott Linehan from their days in St. Louis together and Detroit needs a dependable backup quarterback. Still, it's possible Bulger would rather retire than let his career dwindle down as the No. 2 man for one of the worst franchises in the NFL.
Source: MLive
Mon Feb 22, 2010 11:12 amThe Titans are making an effort to retain free agent CB Rod Hood, sources tell beat writer Terry McCormick.
Fantasy Source Spin: Hood came to the Titans' injury-ravaged secondary midway through the season and played well considering he was cut by three different teams last offseason. If he returns, he'll be in the mix to start opposite Cortland Finnegan.
Source: Nashville City Paper
Mon Feb 22, 2010 10:59 amBrian Biggane of the Palm Beach Post says the Dolphins could show interest in Antrel Rolle if the Cardinals indeed cut their starting free safety.
Fantasy Source Spin: Gibril Wilson took a lot of the blame for the Dolphins' secondary issues last season, but the coaches haven't thrown him under the bus. He's still in danger of losing his roster spot. Rolle has said he'd love to play in Miami, but wouldn't necessarily be an upgrade as a cover safety or tackler.
Source: Palm Beach Post
Thu Aug 22, 2013 3:23 pm
Feely is a guy with a big leg who, outside of '11, has been accurate throughout his career. The problem has been the Cardinals offense not producing enough chances for him. While that latter issue might improve this year, the Cardinals have brought in ex-Dolphins kicker Dan Carpenter to compete with Feely. That's not a good sign since they're already two weeks into training camp.
Fantasy Source Spin: Neither kicker would be a great option on draft day, but the winner of the competition would be a bye-week option.
Source: Fantasy Source
Thu Aug 22, 2013 3:23 pm
A rookie out of Stanford, Taylor has recorded 84 yards on 26 carries so far in the preseason, which comes out to a 3.23 YPC. Those totals aren't exciting, but with Williams' injury woes, it may be enough to earn him backup duties behind Mendenhall.
Fantasy Source Spin: Given that Mendenhall's health is anything but certain, Taylor would be worth monitoring as a handcuff if he wins the backup job. Also keep an eye on fellow rookie Andre Ellington out of Clemson, who is more of a boom-or-bust runner than Taylor.
Thu Aug 22, 2013 3:20 pm
Peterson racked up seven interceptions in '12, his second in the NFL. That was good for fourth in the league.
Fantasy Source Spin: As a corner, Peterson will need plenty of interceptions (and hopefully a touchdown or two) to keep up with safeties who rack up far more tackles. That limits Peterson's IDP value and needs to be factored in on draft day.
Thu Aug 22, 2013 3:20 pm
The No. 45 pick of the '13 draft out of LSU, Minter should be the starter at inside linebacker with Washington serving a suspension for the first four games.
Fantasy Source Spin: Minter's spot beyond that point isn't assured, but the rookie could make a nice IDP flier for the first quarter of the season.
Thu Aug 22, 2013 3:18 pm
Washington finished fourth in total tackles last year among linebackers and an interception and two forced fumbles. Unfortunately, Washington has been suspended for the first four games of the season for violations of the league's substance abuse policy.
Fantasy Source Spin: The suspension knocks him down IDP draft boards, though he should be a very solid contributor upon his return.
Mon Jul 21, 2014 8:43 am
ESPN Cardinals reporter Josh Weinfuss believes Andre Ellington will get the call in short-yardage on a "few occasions."
Fantasy Source Spin: Weinfuss is actually optimistic on Ellington's short-yardage ability, saying the 199-pounder is "capable" of being a "workhorse" there. We're not sure we agree, but more importantly we don't think Bruce Arians agrees. One way the Cardinals can lessen Ellington's workload while still keeping him as a feature back is by giving big backs Jonathan Dwyer and Stepfan Taylor the short-yardage work. How Arians handles goal-line packages will be worth watching closely at camp.
Mon Jul 21, 2014 8:25 am
ESPN Bengals reporter Coley Harvey thinks Jeremy Hill will "certainly" break out this season.
Fantasy Source Spin: The Bengals wasted no time installing Hill as their power complement to Giovani Bernard, moving the second-round rookie ahead of BenJarvus Green-Ellis at the beginning of the offseason program. He's going to get plenty of work as new OC Hue Jackson attempts to implement a Seahawks or 49ers-esque kind of scheme. Hill's ADP is currently in the Round 9-11 range, but that will rise sharply if BJGE can't beat out Rex Burkhead for a roster spot.
Sun Jul 20, 2014 4:22 pm
Chiefs fourth-round pick De'Anthony Thomas has spent more time learning the playbook with RBs coach Eric Bienemy than WRs coach David Culley.
Fantasy Source Spin: It's just the latest indication that the Chiefs view Thomas' primary NFL position as tailback. At 5-foot-9, 174 with elite speed, Thomas could be used like Dexter McCluster was in K.C.
Source: Terez Paylor on Twitter
Sun Jul 20, 2014 2:55 pm
According to the Seattle Times, Christine Michael's work at spring practices "did nothing to quell the idea he will get regular carries this season."
Fantasy Source Spin: C-Mike saw increased first-team practice reps with Marshawn Lynch holding out. The Times believes Michael has "a chance to earn a much larger role this season," which would come at Lynch's expense. Michael is still no more than a handcuff pick in fantasy leagues, albeit one with a ton of upside if Lynch broke down. Lynch is 28 years old with 1,002 carries over his last three seasons.
Source: Seattle Times
Thu Jun 26, 2014 1:19 pm
Second-year WR Marlon Brown is the "favorite" to open the season as the Ravens' No. 3 receiver.
Fantasy Source Spin: Undrafted out of Georgia, Brown tied a rookie franchise record with seven TDs last season, catching 49 passes for 524 yards. New Ravens OC Gary Kubiak made light use of No. 3 wideouts in Houston, preferring to lean on two-tight end sets. We expect the same concepts in Baltimore, but still wouldn't rule out re-draft value for Brown at some point. He's behind 35-year-old Steve Smith. Now is the time for fantasy owners to acquire Brown in Dynasty leagues.
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Beachfront resort on Paradise Island's north shore
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The Riu Palace Paradise Island resort faces an ivory-sand beach stretching 5 km (3 miles) along the Atlantic Ocean; a casino is adjacent and the Paradise Shopping Centre is 457 meters (500 yards) away.
All-Inclusive resort
Meals at resort restaurants, all-day snacks, drinks at a swim-up bar, 24 hour room service, a daily activity program, and evening entertainment are a few amenities included in the room rate at this all-inclusive resort.
Sea-view balconies
A sand-colored tower houses 379 guestrooms. Balconies feature ocean views; decor includes cream walls with framed pastel prints and brightly patterned bedspreads.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
Riu Palace Paradise Island All Inclusive Amenities
- All-Inclusive Details
This resort is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Gratuities and taxes are included.
Food and beverages
- All meals, snacks, and beverages included
- 24-hour room service
- In-room minibar (some restrictions)
- Surcharges for bottled wine and bottled liquor
Activities and facilities/equipment
All non-motorized water sports are included.
Land activities
- Fitness facilities
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Aerobics
- Onsite entertainment and activities
- Onsite live performances
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- Airport transfers
- Childcare
- Laundry/dry cleaning services
- Motorized water sports
- Spa/beauty facilities and services
- Offsite tours
- General
The Riu Palace Paradise Island is located on a 5-km (three-mile) stretch of beach. Steps lead from the sundeck down to the water. On-site amenities include a swimming pool with adjoining spa tub, a sauna, and fitness center. A spa features a menu of massage and body treatments and a beauty salon is open for hair and nail care. Three conference rooms can accommodate 500 people, and wireless Internet access is complimentary for 90 minutes in the hotel lobby. A daily activities program is offered and evening entertainment includes live music and theme shows. A gift shop in the resort sells handcrafted items, resort T-shirts, souvenirs, and sundries.
- Outdoor pool
- Poolside bar
- Swim-up bar
- Spa tub
- Spa services on site
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Fitness facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Conference space
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Multilingual staff
- Total number of rooms - 379
- Hair salon
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Babysitting or childcare
- Laundry facilities
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Elevator/lift
- Number of floors - 14
- Tennis on site
- Wedding services
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Free self parking
- Television in lobby
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Room service (24 hours)
- Number of restaurants - 3
- Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
Free self parking
- Room Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Balcony
- Ceiling fan
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Complimentary bottled water
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower/tub combination
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Iron/ironing board
- Desk
- Satellite TV service
- Dining
The Atlantic – The resort's main restaurant provides a terrace and non-smoking areas. Buffet dining is is offered; features international cuisine and local specialties. Theme dinners are presented twice a week. Open daily.
Sir Alexander - A la carte gourmet-style restaurant with white-linen service. Open for dinner only with two seatings nightly. Reservations required. Dress code: long pants for men, no t-shirts.
Krystal - A la carte fusion cuisine open for dinner.
Sample menu for Sir Alexander
- Conch Man Special Cakes
- Island Combo
- Hibiscus Salad
Main courses:
- Grilled Snapper on Shrimp-Banana Butter sauce
- Lamb Cutlets in Sea Grape sauce
- French Pepper Beef Tenderloin
- Caribbean Crepes
- Tropical Fruit Plate
Tengoku - This Japanese restaurant is open nightly. Reservations required. Dress code: long pants for men; no t-shirts.
Bahamas - This poolside spot is open from midmorning serving drinks and snacks during the day. At night Bahamas becomes a dinner grille/steakhouse.
Sample menu for Bahamas
- Cold Canapés Buffet
- Soups
Main courses:
- Rib Eye Steak
- Seafood Brochette
- New York Steak
- Dessert Buffet
Calypso - This lounge bar opens up to a terrace. Serves refreshments from the evening until after midnight.
Colony - Located in the lobby and open daily from mid-morning until midnight.
Soca - This poolside and swim-up bar is open from mid-morning until the dinner period.
- Recreation
An air-conditioned fitness center is equipped with cardio machines, universal gym, and free weights. There is also one lighted, hard-surface tennis court on site. Jet skiing is available on site but incurs a surcharge.
Several golf courses are within 1.5 km (1 mile), including the championship Cable Beach Golf Course.
The recreational activities listed below are available at or near the resort; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Personal motorized watercraft on site
- Windsurfing nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Aerobics on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Volleyball on site
- Spa
- Manicures and pedicures
- Massages
- Body treatments
Riu Palace Paradise Island All Inclusive Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
- Check-out
Check-out time is noon
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.


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My husband is not depressed, he only has stress and anxiety (job related), so I do not know why thy put him on an antidepressant to begin with. I am at my wits end as to how to discuss this with him(because it always ends in a fight). But this is my first child I will have, and I am 33 years old, so to me every aspect that could affect my potential unborn child is very serious to me. mrs.monroe
I think if I was in your shoes, I would call the doc and express my concerns about the medication.
I just read what I wrote.. Sheesh I meant to say when I was TTC I read up on everything that dealt with TTC'ing. I know I drove people crazy, but after my first miscarriage I wasnt taking chances with anything until I got past the 2nd trimester of my pregnancy.
For instance- Im not TTC- wish I could...but when I was pregnant with my son in '08 I was prescribed a med for a UTI. I picked it up at the pharmacy and immediately took the first pill. Only after I read the material stapled to the front. Im big huge letters it says "DO NOT TAKE IF YOUR ARE PREGNANT OR PLANNING TO BECOME PREGNANT "....I went balistic(sp?) I even pulled over to the side of the road my make myself ,throw up the pill.....I called the Dr office and they explained that the manufacters put that info on there for their legal benefit, to keep from being sued, if a baby comes our deformed ..etc....but that it is infact a "safe" drug to take while pregnant...and the risk of carrying the baby with a serious UTI is more harmful . I also had to take very risky meds for a STD and those can even cause you to miscarry...but tada today I have a happy, healthy 2 1/2yr old lil boy!
I say run it by your Dr , no harm in asking and they can ease your fears.JMHO.
PS, you better not change LO pic anytime soon, she is such a cutie : )
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Sorry for the delay in my response but I was waiting for my "person of choice" to ask about your concerns to come back to work. He is a psychiatrist and the head of the mental health department for my company and I trust his knowledge completely. I explained your concerns and he told me that citalopram has a low risk of side-effects on a fetus if the mother takes them more at the end of pregnancy than the beginning but there is nothing that indicates ANY risk to a baby that is conceived while the father is taking it. I hope this helps set your mind at ease! GL
Can I provide an alternate opinion to that of the many (understandably) cautious women ttc here? I am about to be-ttc, and I have done all the research on citalopram (I am taking it currently and weaning off of it.) Your husband was prescribed this medication by a doctor. While I understand that it can be over prescribed, I think you could be more sensitive to his needs. Presumably he wants to have a baby, too, and him saying that your concerns are "stupid" might be a guy's way of handling his guilt and his own fears that he is in some way jeopardizing your success at conceiving--or worse, your baby's health. You aren't a doctor, and that's right--you don't know why a medical professional put him on the drug, because maybe he has not filled you in on how he's feeling because you downplay his diagnosis. How do you know he's not depressed? Even if anxiety is job (or life)-related, he is still dealing with it every day. And, to echoJen_FLMom 's comments, there are no effects to men taking citalopram while trying to conceive.
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Governor Malloy announced on Wednesday that 169 schools in 36 districts will receive state funding totaling $5 million to help reimburse towns for costs of improving school security after the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown last December.
The funds are the first round of the Competitive Grant Program for school security, part of the Gun Violence Prevention and Children's Safety Act.
"After the horrific events on December 14th, Connecticut cities and towns moved swiftly to improve security infrastructures at schools in need," Governor Malloy said in the release. "This funding allows districts with the most need to implement modern security measures that will make schools safer."
"We all wish that this program was not needed, but unfortunately we must adapt to the new reality that Sandy Hook tragically brought to our state," Lt. Governor Wyman said. "This funding will give us the peace of mind that we are doing everything we can to live up to our obligation to provide a safe learning environment for our children."
The awards were based on a school security assessment survey conducted by each local school district that applied for funds. Each municipality will be reimbursed between 20 and 80 percent according to town wealth, as defined in subdivision (26) of section 10-262f of the Connecticut General Statutes, according to the news release. Funds from municipalities, which total $3,921,435, will be matched with nearly $5 million in state funding for an overall $8,911,853 investment in school security among 169 schools.
A total of 111 applications were received for proposed infrastructure projects in 604 school buildings, consisting of the installation of surveillance cameras, bullet proof glass, electric locks, buzzer and card entry systems, and panic alarms. A future round of funding will be announced soon.
School districts receiving awards are: Avon, Bridgeport, Cheshire, Danbury, Derby, East Hartford, Enfield, Greenwich, Hamden, Hartford, Killingly, Ledyard, Mansfield, Meriden, Middletown, Montville, Naugatuck, New Britain, New Hartford, North Haven, Norwalk, Plymouth, Portland, Regional School District No. 6 (Warren, Morris and Goshen), Regional School District No. 14 (Woodbury and Bethlehem), Rocky Hill, Shelton, Southington, Stamford, Sterling, Stratford, Vernon, West Haven, Westport, Wethersfield, and Winchester.


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Cooper Clyde limped out of the trainers room at Kamiakin High School on Friday night after the senior guard helped lead the Braves to a 45-33 Mid-Columbia Conference win over Walla Walla.
Its just an ankle sprain. I stepped on somebodys foot, Clyde said after stepping on Walla Wallas toes with 15 points, including three 3-pointers, five rebounds and three assists.
After playing a key role during the Braves run to the 3A state tournament last year, coach Brian Meneely wants Clyde to take an even bigger role this season.
When the Blue Devils went on a 7-0 run to open the second half, cutting Kamiakins lead to 25-19, Meneely exhorted to Clyde from the sideline, You need to assert yourself!
Seconds later, Clyde fed Shae Gurney for a bucket inside and later came off a high screen to drill a 3-pointer at the top of the key to extend the Braves lead to 36-21.
(Meneely) talks to me about that, Clyde said. I dont neccessarily need to score as much as making things happen for my teammates.
Kylle Robertson and Javan Williams were part of another outstanding perimeter effort. Robertson also hit three treys and finished with 13 points, while Williams continued his all-around strong play.
Williams, the CBBN 3A defensive player of the year in 2012, put himself in the mix on both ends of the floor. He finished with four points, six rebounds, a pair of steals and two assists, but his biggest contribution came on defense.
I thought Javan defended like crazy tonight, Meneely said. He does so much for us. The kids gather a lot of confidence from him, and hes always improving his game.
Tanner Cranor came in as Walla Wallas leading scorer. The 6-foot-8 senior scored 35 last week in an overtime loss to Richland and had 29 in a nonleague win over Pendleton before the Christmas break.
But the Braves had a plan against the towering center, letting 6-6 post Jim Fowler body up on him with helpside defense ready to go as soon as he touched the ball.
We just tried to get (Fowler) as much help to him as early as we could, Meneely said. We were fortunate they missed some shots.
The Blue Devils shot 12-of-41 (29.3 percent) for the game.
Cranor took a pass from Parker Toon early in the first quarter and banked a shot high off the glass for 2, cutting Kamiakins lead to 6-4. Those were Cranors only points of the night, as he sank just 1 of 10 shots.
Sometimes he just rushes things and misses, Blue Devils coach John Golden said. Thats the frustrating thing. Weve seen how good he can be.
But Cranor wasnt the only one to struggle from the floor. With two starters down Spencer Locati was lost for the year with a torn labrum and Eric Klicker is fighting an infection in his foot Walla Walla searched for a rhythm all night that never came.
Everybody gets dinged up, but this is going to be the toughest stretch for us with five games in eight days, Blue Devils coach John Golden said. But you cant make excuses, and you have to give Kamiakin credit. They defended very well.
At one point, Walla Walla missed 10 consecutive shots between the third and fourth quarters, allowing Kamiakin to take a 41-22 lead with 4:51 left in the game.
Sam Arias led the Blue Devils with 10 points. Cranor led the team with seven rebounds and added a blocked shot.
WALLA WALLA Porter 5, Thonney, Eggart 8, Sam Arias 10, Cranor 2, Toon 6, Hogan, Knillman, Gilmore 2. Totals 12-41 4-6 33.
KAMIAKIN Kylle Robertson 13, Cooper Clyde 15, Petsch, Williams 4, Fowler 3, Holle, Bayles 3, Gurney 7. Totals 15-40 9-15 45.
Walla Walla 6 6 10 11 33
Kamiakin 13 12 11 9 45
Highlights 3-pointers: WW 5 (Eggart 2, Toon 2, Arias), K 6 (Robertson 3, Clyde 3); Rebounds: WW 27 (Cranor 7), K 32 (Petsch 6, Robertson 6, Williams 6); Turnovers: WW 4, K 10; Assists: WW 7 (Toon 3), K 11 (Clyde 3, Williams 3).


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CLINTON — A Clinton man faces a felony charge after allegedly walking into Mercy Medical Center North on Saturday with the intent of "cutting" people.
Gerald R. Heath Jr., 29, 2604 N. Fourth St., apartment 2003, is charged with going armed with intent. This is a class D felony, carrying as much as five years in prison and a fine of between $750 and $7,500.
The affidavit states that Heath told officers he "felt like hurting people and that hurting people was the only way to get people to start taking him seriously."
According to court documents, Clinton police officers responded at 6:20 p.m. Saturday to a report of a man entering Mercy Medical Center North with a razor-blade type knife. Dispatchers advised that Heath stated he was going to cut people, starting with the first person who spoke to him, according to the affidavit.
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The scheduled varsity basketball games betwee Lowndes and Brunswick were canceled Friday night followin the tragic happenings at Lowndes High School.
School officials canceled the games after the body of a student was found lifeless in the school's old gymnasium earlier in the day.
The scheduled Region 1-AAAAAA games have not been rescheduled, according to Lowndes boys' basketball coach Kingston Clark.
Clark said that information was not available and won't be until the school administration takes further action.
Friday's death of a student is the fourth current or former Lowndes student that has died in the past 12 months.
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