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What you don't see. . . . What we hope you can see. I made the change in March 2008. Don't ever be told who you must vote for. You decide who your vote should go to. If you are told to support one group from the other, then you know you are in bad company!
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Justice! We want Justice!
UPDATE: 26 September 2007
'When Lawyers walk, there is something wrong' Ambiga S, President of the Malaysian BAR Council said to great applause from the 3000 odd people gathered at the steps of the Palace of Justice, in Putrajaya. The gathering was organised by the Bar council, to show that the Legal profession is greatly disturbed by the state of affairs in their profession. This is especially so , with the emergence of a video which implicated the current Chief Justice, on the apparent appointment of certain individuals to the judiciary. The march from Palace of Justice to the Prime Ministers office was about 1.5kms in distance, and it took the crowd some 20mins to reach reach the office of the PM. What was more worrying was the presence of the Police force in big numbers, ranging from the Special Branch (and their high tech cameras) as well as the Federal Reserve Unit (Crowd control and dispersal, along with their water cannons and tear gas equipment) , K9 units, Air Wing, Patrol cars as well as Highway Patrol! We couldn't have felt 'safer'!
Credit to the Police for not aggravating the marchers, but one blogger did overhear a senior officer speaking loudly to his colleagues that it was okay to open fire (tembak!) as the gathering was illegal. This I am not sure, but what I am certain is that when Lawyers walk, we have no fear! It poured some 10 minutes after we arrived at the PM's office, after the delegation of Committee members of the BAR were allowed in. The rest of us, well we just soaked up the rain. The persistence of the organisers were more evident when they stood soaked to thier skin urging on the crowd with chants 'we are the Malaysian Bar', 'We want justice', 'Siasat, siasat'.
30 minutes under the rain was enough for me, when the delegation came out and provided to brief the crowd. The crowd dispersed without any untoward incident, and that itself was a good thing! The forming of a panel to make an official investigation by the Government is timely, but the question remains, why does it take so long? And what does the government hope to do by coming out in full force, and stopping the entourage of 7 buses to deliver the marchers?
Kudos, to those in the bus, it was a 5km walk that was worth it!
I will walk with you. (so will All-Blogs)
Read:SCREENSHOTS , and here
Read:People's Parliament
Read:Rocky's Bru, and here , and here
Read: Niamah!
Read: Shanghai Fish
Read: X-eyedvision
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Read: Zorro's
Read: Elviza's Write Away
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Read: and more to come (will update as soon as I get a heads up on their post)
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Its not easy, wanting justice. Audra and I want that, and we are leaving it to the good hands of the Industrial Court chairwoman who heard her case on Sept 5th 2007.
Recently, a video surfaced, providing information that there are indeed unseen hands 'steering' the judiciary. As citizens, we should demand a thorough investigation. Something that we have been denied long enough. So what can we do to make ourselves heard?
1. On 26/9/2007, at 11.00 a.m., lawyers will march from the Palace of Justice to the PM's office in Putrajaya to submit a memorandum to the cabinet calling for the setting up of a Royal Commission to investigate the rot that has set into the judiciary since 1988.
2.The People's Parliament will be launching a petition to His Majesty the Yang Dipertuan Agung to urge His Royal Highness to take all steps to clean up the judiciary and to return this constitutional institution back to the rakyat.
Read Here for more from Haris Ibrahim. People's Parliament has already convinced a certain member of Parliament to commit by writing. What she does next is anyone's guess.
See you there?
8 comments:
- Bernard said...
Uncle...at this moment its actually the Palace Of (IN)Justice. Doris & I will be there & have posted a message to Fer Fook's Sake asking if he'll join us since we can pick him up on the way. Its gonna be hot as we have to put on our jackets for the march. Mebbe can go foa cold one after that??!! So we'll see you there?
- F.O.N @ frostee said...
I hope that someone up there listens rather than making all sorts of excuses in NOT doing anything.
This makes me sick to the core.
- alliedmartster said...
Yes lah! Will be there..most likely, I will take the chartered bus too....
Call you when I am there!
- alliedmartster said...
There you go. How can an innocent man stay his plead of innocence?
I simply cannot accept that!
Check the phone records of Lingam!
We will know for sure who he called!
My journey was made easier with you in the crowd my friend!
Err, even if I could not decide whether you look more like a special branch or honkie actor.
Correct, correct, correct!
err, I heard Korek, Korek, Korek!
He he he
Thanks for keepngme company too!
But could not help from catching the nice view from the bridge!
Erm....I will pass off as 'Honkie SB'
he he....
- Mat Salo said...
Bro' Tony, thanks for the comprehensive pix and write up. Got obat sedikit rindu of missing you guys. Ah, one of those times when I wish I was back home bro'. Kudo and bravos to those who marched!
- muststopthis said...
MS, yup. i know if you were there you did be busy snapping away. I dont know if you can get a pix something like the Tiannamen square pix of a student placing a flower on the tank, but i guess you will find one though! ROcky did. He caught a miss fru!
c U in Al Eid!


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Valpo Travels To Butler; Crusaders Can Clinch Outright PFL North Title
Thursday, November 06, 2003
VALPARAISO (6-3, 3-0 PFL) at BUTLER (0-9, 0-3 PFL)
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 8 - noon CST
WHERE: Butler Bowl, Indianapolis, Indiana
RADIO: 95.1 (WVUR-FM) - Ed Schillinger and Jesse Shale announcing.
TV: (tape-delay) - Comcast Cable - Channel 43 in Valparaiso - Dick Harlan announcing.
THE COACHES: Valparaiso is guided by Tom Horne, who is 60-94-1 in his 15th season at Valpo. Butler is led by Kit Cartwright, who is 4-15 in his 2nd season at Butler.
SERIES RECORD: Butler leads 40-21
LAST MEETING: 2002 - Butler won 52-22
LAST WEEK: Valpo was idle last Saturday. The Crusaders defeated Drake 51-45 in overtime on Oct. 25. Butler lost to San Diego 53-7 last Saturday in San Diego.
VALPO PLAYERS OF THE WEEK: Valpo Players of the Week (Oct. 25) as selected by the coaching staff: Offense: Kevin Knutson, junior wide receiver; Defense: Lawrence Canada, senior linebacker; Special Teams: John Tsahas, senior; Offensive Scout: Kevin Folk, freshman running back; Defensive Scout: Kirk Joss, freshman linebacker.
WHAT'S NEXT: Valpo plays at Aurora on Sat., Nov. 15 beginning at 1 p.m.
After earning the right to host the Pioneer Football League Championship Game Nov. 22, Valpo (6-3, 3-0 PFL North) travels to play Butler (0-9, 0-3 PFL North) on Saturday with the opportunity to clinch its first-ever outright PFL North title. The Crusaders, winners of three straight, also travel to Aurora on Nov. 15 in the regular season finale.
VALPO HOSTS PFL CHAMPIONSHIP: On Nov. 22 at noon, Valpo (North Division Champ) hosts Morehead State (South Division Champ) in the 3rd Annual PFL Championship Game. The Crusaders clinched the right to host the title game after defeating Drake 51-45 in overtime on Oct. 25. Valpo won the tiebreaker after defeating Dayton, San Diego and Drake in head-to-head meetings. The Football Network will televise the game the same night on a tape-delay basis.
VALPO 2nd IN FOOTBALL GAZETTE POLL: The Crusaders rank 2nd in the Football Gazette I-AA Mid-Major Poll and 4th in The Sports Network Poll. Morehead State is #1 in the Football Gazette Poll and Dayton tops The Sports Network Poll.
GIANCOLA TOPS I-AA IN RECEIVING YARDS; RANKS 4th IN SCORING: Rob Giancola is leading NCAA I-AA in receiving yards per game (127.44) and total receiving yards (1,147), and stands 4th nationally in scoring (12.22 ppg., 18 TDs). The junior from Whiting, Ind./HS has made 39 receptions and needs 133 yards to break Valpo's single-season record of 1,279 (Mike Healey, 1985). Giancola has had a penchant for the big play as 11 of his 18 touchdowns have been of 36-or-more yards. He has shattered Valpo's single-season records for scoring - 110 points - (old record, Joe Pahr, 96 points in 1951) and touchdowns - 18 - (old record, Pahr, 16 in 1951). In two-plus seasons, Giancola ranks 3rd on Valpo's all-time receiving yards list with 2,749. He needs 464 yards to become Valpo's all-time leader (Healey, 3,212, 1982-85). This season, Giancola has established school marks for single-season touchdown receptions (18) and career touchdown receptions (31), and single-game records for receiving yards (275), touchdown receptions (4) and points (tied, 24). He has 188 career points, needing 47 to break Pahr's record of 234 set from 1949-51.
MACCHI LEADS I-AA IN TOTAL OFFENSE - Senior Quarterback Became Valpo's All-Time Leader In Total Offense: Quarterback David Macchi has enjoyed a phenomenal season and ranks 1st among all NCAA I-AA players in total offense (341.6 ypg.) and 5th in pass efficiency (158.2). The senior from San Jose, Cal./Willow Glen has shattered many school records this season. Macchi has become Valpo's all-time leader in total offense (6,623 yards), surpassing Nick Browder (6,604, 1993-96). He has also set the single-season mark for touchdown passes (28), and single-game marks for passing yards (452) and touchdown passes (tied, 5). Macchi now stands 2nd on Valpo's all-time list in passing yards (6,189), needing 486 to surpass leader Scott Lange (6,674, 1982-85).
Valpo's David Macchi was selected as the Football Gazette NCAA I-AA Mid-Major Offensive Player of the Week, as well as the Pioneer Football League Co-Offensive Player of the Week following the Crusaders' 51-45 overtime victory over Drake on Oct. 25. Macchi shared the PFL award with Drake's Jonathan Taylor. The PFL honor is the second for Macchi who shared the honor with teammate Rob Giancola after Valpo's win over Dayton Oct. 11.
For the second straight game, Macchi tied a school record with five touchdown passes and rushed for one. He amassed 449 total yards and became Valpo's all-time leader in total offense (6,623 yards), surpassing Nick Browder (6,604, 1993-96). Macchi completed 27-of-48 passes for 420 yards, including touchdowns of 63, 14, 13, 7 and 24 yards. The 24-yarder to Giancola in overtime proved to be the game-winner. He also rushed for 29 yards, including a 6-yard touchdown. He was responsible for 42 of Valpo's points.
KNUTSON MOVES UP NATIONAL CHARTS: Kevin Knutson is rising toward the top of the NCAA I-AA receiving leaders, currently standing 9th in receiving yards per game (101.56) and 12th in receptions per game (6.89 pg., 62 total). Against Drake, the junior from River Falls, Wis./HS achieved career-highs of 11 receptions for 205 yards. Knutson ranks 2nd in the PFL in receptions per game and 4th in receiving yards per game. Knutson, Giancola and Ryan Barno (32) have combined for 133 catches.
DANIELS 3rd NATIONALLY, 2nd IN PFL IN INTERCEPTIONS: Cornerback Chris Daniels (Peoria, Ill./Notre Dame) ranks tied for 3rd in NCAA I-AA and 2nd in the PFL with 6 interceptions (.67).
CANADA 2nd AMONG PFL TACKLE LEADERS: Lawrence Canada, Valpo's middle linebacker, stands 2nd in the PFL in tackles per game (9.8 pg.). The senior from Mequon, Wis./Lane College is also 2nd in the league in total tackles (88).
SMEJA LEADS PFL IN PUNT RETURNS, RANKS 3rd IN TACKLES: Sophomore Brad Smeja leads the PFL in punt return average (12.6 ypr./126 yds, 10 ret.). As a free safety, Smeja (Oak Brook, Ill./Downers Grove North) stands 3rd in the league with 9.4 tackles per game (75 total).
TSAHAS, MARSHALL, JONES AMONG PFL STAT LEADERS: Other Crusaders donning the PFL statistical categories include senior strong safety John Tsahas (Lake Station, Ind./Edison), who ranks 9th in tackles (70, 7.8); sophomore defensive end Bill Marshall (Warwick, N.Y./HS), who stands tied for 6th in tackles for loss (9.0), and Mike Jones (Lake Zurich, Ill./HS), who is 6th in sacks (3).
"Valparaiso University Football", head coach Tom Horne's TV Show, airs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 43 in Valpo.
Copyright ©2014 Valparaiso University Athletics. All Rights Reserved.

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Verses from the Center: A Buddhist Vision of the Sublime
Riverhead Books, 2000 - Poetry - 181 pages
The understanding of the nature of reality is the insight upon which the Buddha was able to achieve his own enlightenment. This vision of the sublime is the source of all that is enigmatic and paradoxical about Buddhism. In Verses from the Center, Stephen Batchelor explores the history of this concept and provides readers with translations of the most important poems ever written on the subject, the poems of 2nd century philosopher Nagarjuna.
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Habitat for Humanity accepting applications
In June 21 issue, Russell County News
Habitat for Humanity of Russell County is now taking applications for their next house that will be started some time in 2009. Habitat for Humanity is a Christian housing ministry that builds houses with families in need of a simple, decent house. It is not a give away program.
Russell County Habitat for Humanity does not build houses for single adults or couples with no children. We do not build houses with people who are eligible for conventional housing or low-income government loans. We do not build houses with people who are renting a good house or apartment. We do not build houses with people who have a lot of debt or bad credit.
Applicants should be families with children. Applicants must have a housing need, enough monthly income to make the house payment and be a resident of Russell County.
Habitat for Humanity is not a give away program. The selected family is required to put in a certain number of sweat-equity hours. They must work with Habitat for Humanity in building their house, which takes 6-8 months.
Before a family is selected, an in-depth investigation will be conducted by the Family Selection Committee to determine actual need, ability to pay for housing, and willingness to partner with Habitat. The investigation will include credit checks, visits to the applicants home, and interviews by committee members.
Total household income (total income of all household members 18 & older) is also considered. It must not exceed 60% of the median HUD income in Russell County
An applicant must have a stable history of employment and/or income. Their total qualifying income must be at least four times the monthly mortgage payment. And they must have satisfactory credit history and references.
The applicant must be willing to partner with Habitat. They must be willing to perform all required "sweat equity" hours. They must show commitment to home ownership and related responsibilities.
They must show the ability to maintain their property (e.g. mowing/having lawn mowed, repairs, and compliance with zoning regulations). Finally, they must also be willing to participate in various aspects of the Habitat organization.
To contact Habitat for Humanity/Russell County, call 270/866-6690 and leave a message. Leave your name and address if you want an application mailed to you. Or send a letter requesting an application to: Habitat for Humanity Russell County Affiliate PO Box 1820 Russell Springs, KY 42642
RUSSELL COUNTY HEROES: Matthew Cape uses past to educate others about the danger of drugs
In June 21 issue, Russell County News
By Derek Aaron
Russell County News Editor
If persevering through tough and trying times and fighting for a cause makes one a hero, this week's choice as "Russell County Hero," was made nearly a decade ago.
Matthew Cape, 15, lost his mother to an overdose nine years ago and has been doing his best to combat drugs and alcohol abuse ever since.
"I started on the Drug Free Student Council in 7th grade," Cape said. "But I have always been against drugs, especially since my mother's death in 1999."
As a member of the Drug Free Student Council, Cape works alongside the Russell County Partners in Prevention, an anti-drug coalition against the abuse of substances in Russell County, especially among the youth, and the Russell County Health Department by going to the four elementary schools in the county to speak on how drugs and alcohol can harm them and their future.
"We have different things going on at the high school and middle school, too," he said.
Cape, who will be a sophomore in the fall, says he sees a county wide drug problem with people his own age as well as those older than him.
"It seems like drugs are getting easier to come across," he said. "That is what I and the rest of the group have seen."
Cape, who said he enjoys playing the piano in his spare time, said that back in August, the Drug Free Student Council formed a coalition with Partners in Prevention in order to receive a grant that would allow the group to go to the schools for at least two years and have speakers that had overcome drug and alcohol abuse talk to the students about their experiences.
Cape acknowledged that the Partners in Prevention have greatly helped his cause against illegal substances.
"They help people overcome their alcoholism, and tell people about the dangers of drugs," he said
Cape said the Partners in Prevention currently have an Alcoholics Anonymous program going on now.
"They have tried to step it up a notch in going after adults as well as kids because kids (using drugs and alcohol) is becoming a big factor," Cape said.
"Me as a child, I didn't like drugs because of how I was affected by my mother's death," he said. "And I never have wanted to touch the stuff ... I've seen the outcome from my mother's death and from the people I have seen speak about their experiences with it."
He said that illegal substances could turn one's life upside down in an instant and said that he "most definitely" would continue advocating against the use of these substances throughout his life.
He said he hoped, after high school, to continue working with the local health department and Partners in Prevention to let people know where he stands when it comes to drugs and alcohol.
"I'm definitely going to use my mother's death as a testimony," he said. "I enjoy helping other people with their problems by talking to them.
Donita Lawless, the grants project director with the local Partners in Prevention, said she has known Matthew since he was a child and that he "never caused any trouble."
"He is a very bright young man who is very passionate about this cause," she said.
"He's never refused anything we've ever asked him to do and he will work toward his goals until they are completed."
Cape said many of his friends come to him for advice when faced with difficult situations because they know the trials he has faced and overcame. Cape recommended for people his age to find a hobby, such as a sport, they enjoy and take it up, much like he has with the piano.
"But, the most important thing they can do is to try and go to church to help them and get God into their life," he said. "Once they find that, they won't have any more troubles."
Matthew attends Creelsboro Christian Church and lives with his grandmother, Linda Ashbrook, whom he says has been his inspiration and encourages him in whatever he chooses to do.
"Whatever you do, remember that God still loves you," he said.
Nearing 16 years of age, Matthew is hoping, when he gets his driver's license, to be able to travel to more places and speak to more groups about his experiences.
"Where there is a will, there is a way," he said. "And I think I have the will."
State officials propose extension of Lake Cumberland
In June 21 issue, Russell County News
Taking effect March 1 2009, the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission has modified the upstream boundaries of Lake Cumberland for fishing regulation purposes. To be included under Lake Cumberland fishing regulations are parts of what are now the Cumberland, Big South Fork, Rockcastle and Laurel Rivers.
The new extension of regulations area will be above the headwaters of the lake to Cumberland Falls on the Cumberland River, Devil's Jump on the Big South Fork of Cumberland River, the Narrows of Rockcastle River and Laurel River Dam on the Laurel River. The boundaries of Lake Cumberland previously were to the first riffle of these tributaries.
Also, the Commission proposed to the General Assembly to standardize fishing possession limits at twice the daily creel limit for all fish species with a daily creel limit.
A person shall not possess more than one daily creel limit while on the water or fishing from the shore of a waterbody. A person shall not possess more than 2 times the daily creel limit of unprocessed fish at any time. However, a person may return home from a fishing trip of more than two days with more than the possession limit if the fish are cleaned.
Other action included that lake sturgeon may not be harvested statewide. The Lower Sportsman's Lake at the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources Headquarters will be open to all ages. All of these fishing regulations go into effect on March 1, 2009.
The next Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting will be held at 8 a.m., Friday, August 15, 2008 at #1 Sportsman's Lane off U.S. 60 in Frankfort. Persons interested in addressing the Commission must notify the KDFWR Commissioner's office in writing at least 30 days in advance to be considered for placement on the meeting agenda.
People who are hearing impaired and plan to attend the meeting should contact the KDFWR at least 10 days in advance and the agency will provide a translator. To request to address the commission, write to KDFWR, Commissioner Dr. Jon Gassett, #1 Sportsman's Lane, Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601
Awards offered for boating safety
In June 21 issue, Russell County News
Whether you are a 60 foot house boat or a canoe, the United States Coast Guard requires that every boat carry certain safety equipment.
The equipment is not expensive or hard to find and may save your life in an emergency. Boaters who carry the standard safety equipment are statistically far more likely to survive a boating emergency than those who don't.
This year the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Lake Cumberland Project and the Friends of Lake Cumberland have teamed up to establish an awards program available to the public.
Throughout the summer recreation season, boat safety check points will be set up at boat ramps and recreation areas around the lake.
Upon successfully completing a voluntary inspection, registered boaters will be entered in a drawing for various prizes. The drawing is scheduled to be held September 26, 2008 at 2:00 pm CST at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Resource Manager's Office in Somerset, Kentucky.
Participants don't have to be present to win. Make this summer safe for all by expecting the unexpected and always wear your lifejacket.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Lake Cumberland Project and the Friends of Lake Cumberland would like to thank the following marina sponsors who have donated to our awards program.
Their support has helped in the spread of water safety awareness and possibly saving lives.
The marinas are as follows:
Burnside Marina $50.00 gas certificate to Burnside Marina Burnside, KY
Conley Bottom Resort Obrien Lifejacket Monticello,
Lake Cumberland State Dock $50.00 gift certificate to the Ship Store
Lee's Ford Marina $150.00 gift certificate to the Harbor Restaurant
Russell County students are Upward Bound
In June 21 issue, Russell County News
By Kim Graham
Anyone who happened to arrive at the auditorium at Lindsey Wilson College (LWC) the afternoon of June 17th, may have gotten the impression they were at a reenactment of the Kentucky Derby. However, the folks on stage had some strange binoculars and were prone to act on whatever suggestion came from the emcee, Jim Wand.
Wand, a hypnotist, was just getting started with the derby stunt when he told his hypnotized crew their shoes were binoculars.
Laughter filled the auditorium like waves from a tsunami and washed over the crowd visiting for Parents' Day with LWC's Upward Bound program.
"That was hilarious!" said Bonnie He, Russell County High School (RCHS) sophomore and Upward Bound participant.
Everyone in attendance, with the possible exception of those hypnotized, got more than their daily dose of delight from the hypnotist's performance.
"I was thrilled to death with the parent involvement at parents' day," said Cundiff. "Everything is going great this year."
Parents Day, a first for LWC's Upward Bound, was filled with many activities including a rock climbing wall, a relay race and a talent show.
Upward Bound participants had fun sharing the experience with their parents but they got right back to work when the party was over.
"The whole focus of the program is to get students to realize they can go to college," said RCHS Guidance Counselor and Upward Bound's in school contact Stacey Coe.
In its fifth year at Lindsey Wilson College, Upward Bound, hosts 50 students.
Teenagers from Russell, Adair, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, Marion, and Taylor County High Schools attend the six week summer program each year.
"It's really fun! I love it!" said RCHS Junior Amelia Withers. "They give us enough work to challenge us and still be comfortable with what we're doing."
Students enter the program as freshmen or sophomores and continue throughout their high school career.
Younger students are recruited so they will be well equipped to make good choices about secondary school and their future careers.
"It's good for them and they have fun," said Miao Ming He of Russell Springs. Two of her daughters, Nellie and Bonnie are Upward Bound participants.
Soon Nellie, the first in her family to attend college, will head to the University of Kentucky as a pre-med student.
Often, students learn about Upward Bound by word of mouth from friends or family who already participate.
"We don't have to advertise," said Coe. "There's usually a waiting list to get into the program."
A new Upward Bound program offered through Somerset Community College with give students in Russell and Adair counties another choice when considering participation.
Mandatory classes in the program include English, math, science, and a foreign language. Many classes give students college credit prior to entering college.
"We try to offer basic education classes that will transfer to other schools," Cundiff said.
They also offer art and music classes as well as physical fitness courses like aerobics and Karate to contribute to a well rounded background for students.
"The classes are cool. We take different classes every day," said RCHS Sophomore Chris Thomas. "They give us real work and homework to try to help prepare us for college."
RCHS graduate and Upward Bound alumnus Brittany Burton, earned 12 college credits attending Upward Bound.
Now she is a sophomore at LWC not only does she have big dreams but she also has goals set and a plan to get there.
Burton's undergraduate major is in education with a concentration in middle school social studies. She plans to get her masters in Special Education.
"It's the best program you'll ever go through," said Burton. "It's been very beneficial for me."
Burton is the first in her family to go to college and credits Upward Bound for encouraging her to continue school.
"The reason I'm going to college is because of Upward Bound," said Burton. "I wasn't going to go to college before attending the program."
She is one of several participants who have set out to make their dreams a reality.
"This program makes a big impact on students," said Coe. "They find out that college is a goal they can reach. Many Upward Bound participants have gone on to college and been very successful," Coe said.
Students also get a chance to check out other colleges and universities.
During the regular school year, Upward Bound participants visit a college campus so they can get a feel for other schools in the state.
This summer, participants will visit the University of Kentucky and the University of Louisville.
However, many have chosen to stay close to home and go to the school they have grown to love through summers in Upward Bound.
"I'd say at least 50%, maybe higher, of our Upward Bound students go on to attend LWC," said Cundiff. "They're so familiar with campus, it's not really like being a freshman."
Cundiff says about 90% of the Upward Bound participants who attend LWC offer to volunteer with the program.
"Once they've worked once, they want to come back every year," said Cundiff. "That tells you they believe in the program."
Brittany Burton is in her second year of volunteering with Upward Bound in a role similar to that of camp counselor.
"I'm actually losing money to be here this summer but it's worth it because I love it," Burton said.
As a volunteer, Burton is able to encourage and mentor participants from personal experience.
"I believe totally in what the program does for students," Cundiff said. "It's amazing to see the changes in students and the way they interact and communicate with people."
In the fall, Jesse Hollis, RCHS 2008 graduate and Upward Bound participant, will go to Western Kentucky University on a full ride with an $80,000 Army Scholarship. He plans to study finance or mathematics.
"The Army is the only military service that has a Veterinarian program," said Hollis. "I'd like to do that but I'm better in math than science so I'll probably go in to Computer Intelligence."
Hollis' mom says WKU took notice of his excellent mathematics score on the SAT but she has noticed how Upward Bound has been important to his interaction with people.
"It's really improved his communication," said Hollis' mother Rose Hollis. "Upward Bound has really brought him out in social situations."
She enthusiastically recommends Upward Bound as a very beneficial program for teens.
"I'd encourage all parents to encourage their kids to participate in the program," said Rose Hollis. "It teaches kids respect, responsibilities and they make friends."
Students seem to agree the program is well worth committing their time and energy.
"I love Upward Bound," said Megan Voils, RCHS Senior. "It's awesome!"
For more information about Upward Bound at Lindsey Wilson College or the new program at Somerset Community College, contact Stacey Coe at 866-3341.
CRUISIN': A true car lover
In June 21 issue, Russell County News
By Ron Cowell, Columnist
This week we take a look at a local business man who is a true car lover. Ted Beckman and his wife Julie who own Lake & Shake Grill have been in business in Russell Springs for the past 14 years.
Ted's love for cars started back when he was a boy. His dream was to find another 1951 Ford like he had when he was a boy and fix it up the way he would have liked to have fixed the one he drove back then but could not afford to. He told me that the day came when he started his second childhood and went looking for that car.
One day while looking at the paper he saw a picture of a 1951 Ford setting in a field. The last time a license had been put on the vehicle was in 1969. At least that is the year of the plate that was on the car when he bought it.
After checking into the car, he found it was a one owner car. It only had 30,366 miles on it. Although it had been setting for many years in this field and needed a lot of attention.
Ted decided to start with the motor. It had a flat head in it and he decided to keep it that way. However he wanted to make some adjustment and improvements on it when he rebuilt it.
He got in touch with Dwayne Thomasom of Shepardsville, Kentucky. Dwayne had made a name for himself building flathead motors for drag racing back in the 60's. He had been retired from the business of building motors for several years but decided to take on Ted's motor because Ted gave him no limits and to do what he wanted to do to the motor. Dwayne was free to build it the way he wanted.
After six months and $12,800.00 later Ted got his original flat head back but with a few changes. The block had been ported and polished, had a 48 Mercury crank in it. It included racing pistons and had been all set up for racing but is 100% street legal. The heads and the manifold were sent to CA. to be show polished.
Right now the car is still at the Body shop where it has been for the past two and a half years and still under construction.
The interior will have some changes also. The seats are going to have the same pattern as the 51 did but the seats will be buttoned and tucked. The interior is being done in Columbia, Kentucky.
When all finished the car will be painted the original color of Black. We look forward to seeing this 51 Ford on the road. Ted says this car will be hauled on a trailer to most events.
Besides Ted's 51 Ford, he bought his wife Julie a 1964 Corvair Convertible. This is in the process of being restored also, but not as a show quality car. This car will be a driver to put the top down on and cruise around town in and have fun driving. Right now the mechanical work is being done to this car.
Ted also has a 1985 Corvette. This vehicle has low mileage and is completely original. Ted is the second owner of this car and enjoys cruising in it also. Last October Ted took the Corvette to a Car Show in Eastern Kentucky and won an award for one of the best in the show.
Ted and his wife Julie are very active members of THE OUTSIDERS car club.
Mark on your calendar that The OUTSIDERS Cruise Ins are held every first Thursday of the month at Lake and Shake and Town and Country Real Estate in Russell Springs. The event gets underway at 6:00PM.
If your Car Club is having an event and you would like us to tell everyone about it send all information to firstname.lastname@example.com . All information on upcoming events needs to be in at least two weeks before the event.
If your Club or church or group is having an event and you would like to display some classic cars at that event let me know at least two weeks before the event. I will put you in contact with one of the clubs that will gladly bring their cars out for display.
Until next time,, Keep Crusin!
THE WAY I SEE IT: Yes, we really do want change
In June 21 issue, Russell County News
By Barbara Sharp Zimmerman, Columnist
In a recent editorial in a sister publication, the writer wondered if we really and truly want change from a newly elected president, asserting that, "All the politicians, Presidents Reagan, Clinton and Bush, have stated they will bring us this change. But we are still waiting."
Oh, I beg to differ.
The most recent occupant of the White House, as Garrison Keillor of Prairie Home Companion fame calls him, has brought us oodles and gobs of changes. Problem is, all of them are bad.
First of all, we went from peace to war. Now there's a change.
For those who say, "But we were attacked!" I say had the Bush administration heeded the warnings of terrorist activity from the Clinton administration, we might have been able to avoid being attacked by followers of Osama bin Laden.
Then what did we do? We started a war with Iraq, which diverted our attention from Afghanistan, which was, and probably still is, harboring bin Laden. Not one single 9/11 terrorist has been proven to have come from Iraq, yet many ignorant people maintain that we were attacked by Iraqis so that's why we started a war with them. In fact, most of the attackers were from � get this � Saudi Arabia!
When George W. Bush took office, he inherited a $14 billion surplus, compliments of the Clinton administration. So then W. proceeded to spend $860 billion, mostly on the war in Iraq, while raining tax breaks on the wealthy. Who ever heard of reducing taxes during time of war? No problem for George W. He'll just borrow the money to cover the deficit and leave the matter for the next administration � and the next generations (our children and grandchildren) � to solve.
There also have been drastic changes in the lives of the families of the thousands of brave soldiers who have lost their lives needlessly in Iraq. And big changes for many thousands more who have suffered catastrophic, life-altering wounds over there.
Here's another big change for you: in the last seven and a half years, we have gone from being one of the most respected and admired nations in the world to among the most hated � for our arrogance, bullying attitude and willingness to do anything we want without regard to what other, even friendly nations, think.
And have you noticed that you're paying about $4.00 a gallon for gasoline now? That big increase also has happened on the watch of oilman George W. Bush. Guess we know just whom he's looking out for.
So when somebody claims that everybody promises change, but nobody delivers, I say you're not paying attention. We've gotten all kinds of change from George W. Bush.
And right now, we not only want change, we desperately need it to fix all the problems this most incompetent president in our history has created.
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CONNEAUT — Virginia H. Lyberger, 92, of Kingsville, Ohio, died Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at The Villa at The Lake, Conneaut, Ohio.
Funeral service will be 1 p.m., Monday, at the Ashtabula Home of Fleming & Billman Funeral Directors, Inc., 526 W. Prospect Road, Ashtabula, Ohio. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens, North Kingsville.
Calling hour will be Monday from 12 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.
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Starting out as the Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons as part of the National Basketball League in
1941, the Detroit Pistons were founded in Indiana. The team won two championships in
that league. Moving to the NBA in 1948, the Detroit Pistons tickets have allowed fans to see
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Detroit Pistons 2014 Draft Overview
Round 2, Pick 38, Spencer Dinwiddie, PG, Colorado
4-7-14: The Pistons' week was not one to remember. Although they beat the league's worst team in the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, they were swept in a back-to-back set. On Friday, the Miami Heat expectedly blew out Detroit. However, Saturday's result was not expected. The Pistons traveled to Philadelphia and fell by 25 points at the hands of a team that had matched the longest losing streak in American professional sports history. In addition, Brandon Jennings was ejected after receiving two technical fouls. The Pistons fell to 21 games below .500 with that loss. Then on Wednesday, the Pistons dropped another contest to the Indiana Pacers.
4-1-14: The Pistons' frustration continues. They played four games this past week and won just one contest. Detroit finished its four-game road trip with a victory in Utah, but the Pistons ended this past week 19 games below .500. They played a back-to-back set in Phoenix and Los Angeles on Friday and Saturday, respectively. In the first contest, Rodney Stuckey scored a game-high 23 points in the Pistons' 98-92 loss to the Suns. Then on Saturday, the Clippers defeated the Pistons, 112-103. Detroit stopped its five-game losing streak with a 20-point victory against the Jazz. Unfortunately, the Pistons lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers by one point on Wednesday.
3-24-14: The Pistons had a light week, but had two difficult games. They hosted the Indiana Pacers on Saturday and traveled to Denver to take on the Nuggets on Wednesday. Unfortunately for Detroit fans, the Pistons dropped both of those contests to push their losing streak to three games. In the 112-104 overtime loss to the Pacers, the Pistons lost Andre Drummond to a neck injury in the first quarter. Drummond then missed the following contest. In that game against the Nuggets, Josh Smith was ejected in the third quarter after picking up two technical fouls, and the Pistons lost by nine points.
3-17-14: The losses continue to pile up for the Pistons in March. They have played seven games this month, but only have two victories. This past week, Detroit went 0-3 on the road and 1-0 at home. The Pistons had a quick, two-game road trip, and it did not go so well. Detroit fell to the Timberwolves by 13 points in Minnesota on Friday. Then on Sunday, Josh Smith scored a game-high 28 points, but the Boston Celtics won, 118-111. Smith put up another game-high in points on Tuesday. However, it was in a win this time around. The Pistons beat the Sacramento Kings by double digits, but could not complete the sweep of the back-to-back set. The Raptors beat the Pistons, 101-87, on Wednesday in Toronto.
3-10-14: The Pistons are still on the outside looking in with regard to their playoff position. They are somewhat close even after another subpar week. On Saturday, Detroit traveled to play the Houston Rockets, and Rodney Stuckey scored a game-high 23 points and Andre Drummond led all rebounders that night with 17 boards. Unfortunately, those performances were not enough as the Pistons lost by eight points. Drummond then brought down a career-high 26 rebounds in Detroit's 11-point victory over the New York Knicks. The success was short-lived as the Pistons fell to the Chicago Bulls by double digits on Wednesday.
3-3-14: The schedule has been difficult for the Pistons, but they need to sneak out at least a few wins over better competition if they want to make the playoffs. Detroit gave up 100 points in each of the team's four games played this past week. Fortunately, Greg Monroe led the team with 22 points and 15 rebounds and helped the Pistons score 115 points in their eight-point victory over the Atlanta Hawks. However, they lost games to the Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors and San Antonio Spurs. There was more bad news against the Spurs on Wednesday. Brandon Jennings left the game with a toe injury.
2-24-14: Although Tim Hardaway Jr. and Dion Waiters seemed to provide the highlights of the Rising Stars Challenge, Andre Drummond was the MVP. He put up 30 points and a challenge-record 25 rebounds en route to helping Team Webber get the victory. However, the Pistons did not perform very well this past week. They played a home-and-home set with the Charlotte Bobcats. On Tuesday, Drummond continued his rebounding success, but the Bobcats defeated the Pistons by 12 points. Then, the following night, Detroit fell in Charlotte, 116-98. Now standing at 10 games below .500, the Pistons continue to be on the outside looking in at the Eastern Conference playoffs.
2-18-14: It sure was an odd week for the Pistons. First, they had two of their best games of the season. Brandon Jennings played very well in home wins over the Brooklyn Nets and Denver Nuggets. On Friday, he was just one assist shy of a triple-double as Detroit defeated Brooklyn, 111-95. Then on next night, he led all players with 35 points and 12 assists in a 126-109 victory over the Denver Nuggets. However, Joe Dumars, who is on the hot seat in Detroit, fired Maurice Cheeks after just coaching 50 games for the Pistons. With interim coach John Loyer now at the helm, the Pistons pushed the winning streak to three games with a win over the San Antonio Spurs, but lost on Wednesday to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
2-10-14: With their victory on Saturday, the Pistons had consecutive wins for the first time in more than 20 days. They blew out the Philadelphia 76ers by 17 points to push Maurice Cheeks' record to 19-27 in his first season as Detroit's coach. However, that was the high point of the Pistons' week. They traveled to Florida for a quick road trip in Miami and Orlando. Brandon Jennings had a great night on Monday, but it was not enough as the Heat defeated the Pistons by six points. Even with a day off, Detroit could not beat the Magic. The Pistons fell by 14 points in Orlando.
2-4-14: It is just getting ugly for the Pistons, who lost their first two games of the week and pushed their losing streak to four contests, their worst in the month of January. On Friday, Detroit hosted the New Orleans Pelicans. Andre Drummond had a stellar game, but his 21 points and game-high 20 rebounds were not enough as the Pelicans defeated the Pistons, 103-101. Mo Cheeks then brought his team to Dallas. Unfortunately, the Mavericks beat the Pistons by double digits on Sunday. They next faced the Orlando Magic, and Brandon Jennings' 20 points and eight assists led all players that evening in the Pistons' 16-point win. The Pistons were supposed to travel to Atlanta to play on Wednesday, but the game was postponed due to severe weather conditions.
1-27-14: It just keeps getting worse for the Pistons, as they continue to move further away from .500. In early December, Detroit was 10-10, but the team has owned a 7-15 record since then. The Pistons struggled this past week as they dropped three of their four games. However, they had some strong individual performances recently. Andre Drummond has put up a double-double in each of his last six games. In addition, Rodney Stuckey scored 20 points in all four contests this week, which is just one game away from his career-best streak of scoring that many points in consecutive games.
1-20-14: This sure has been an odd season thus far for the Pistons. First of all, they have more wins on the road than they do at home in 2013-14. In addition, they had very different offensive outputs when comparing the first two full months of the season. By scoring four more points per game in December than in November, Detroit had a 8-9 record last month after going just 5-10 in November. It will be interesting to see how the Pistons fare in January because this is an important month in determining their playoff contention for this season. Thus far, their play in January has been average as they own a 2-3 record, but Josh Smith's game-winner on Saturday against the Phoenix Suns could be a good omen.
1-7-14: The Pistons finished December terribly, as they lost each of their three games this past week and finished with a 4-9 record after beginning the season 10-10. They traveled to Orlando and Washington to play on consecutive nights. Friday and Saturday were very frustrating for Detroit, as the team lost by a combined 41 points. Saturday's game against the Wizards was especially ugly game for the Pistons. Josh Smith was benched for the second half, and Rodney Stuckey left the contest after aggravating his shoulder. Stuckey remained out for the next game, as the Wizards swept the home-and-home set with a seven-point win in Detroit.
12-30-13: Brandon Jennings has been playing very well for the Pistons lately. Although the Pistons went 1-2 in the last week, he averaged more than 18 points and nine assists per game. The 24-year-old guard seems to be settling into his role in the Motor City. Even with shooting guards Chauncey Billups and Rodney Stuckey having to miss games recently, Jennings has not been affected. After the Pistons dropped back-to-back home games to the Charlotte Bobcats and Houston Rockets, they traveled to Cleveland and had their largest win of the season. With that victory, Detroit stayed in the thick of things in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
12-22-13: Although there is a very small chance that the Pistons will win the Central Division this season, they are in a good position in the Eastern Conference after winning three of their four games in the last week. Although Rodney Stuckey missed Wednesday's contest in Boston due to a shoulder injury, the Pistons came back from a 21-point deficit to win their second consecutive game. Detroit has succeeded by taking many rebounds away from its opponent. The Pistons own by far the best team offensive rebounding percentage in the league this season, and Andre Drummond is the top player in that category.
12-13-13: The Pistons finally made it to .500 for the first time since they were 2-2. With their 17-point victory at Chicago, the Pistons had their largest win on the road this season and extended their longest winning streak of 2013-14. However, Detroit dropped its next three games, including its first back-to-back double-digit losses this season. In Wednesday's overtime loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, Greg Monroe scored a season-high 28 points. In his previous 17 games, he was held below 20 points, so it was good to see the Pistons big man step up. Fans of the Detroit basketball team would like him to build on that strong performance.
12-6-13: The Pistons have had an up-and-down start to the season, but they are riding high right now. After losing to the Los Angeles Lakers at home on Friday, Detroit has reeled off three consecutive victories, including a road win in Miami. The Pistons have had balanced scoring this season with five players averaging at least 13 points, but clutch scoring has been an issue. They have struggled in close games, especially against good teams. With Maurice Cheeks dealing with quite a few new rotation players in his first year with Detroit, he still has time to ready this team for a playoff run.
11-28-13: The Pistons appeared to be turning things around after winning games against the Nets and Bucks this week before they stumbled their way through a blowout loss to the Rose-less Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. After leading Chicago at halftime, Detroit would score just 26 points total in the second half, while shooting 2-12 from deep and 9-19 from the free throw line for the game. The good news is that at 6-9 on the year, they are firmly in the playoff race in the lowly Eastern Conference. Only up from here!
11-22-13: The Detroit Pistons haven't exactly figured out how to play their giant frontcourt together yet, but once they do they will be a playoff team. The Jekyll and Hyde beginning of the season for the Pistons is a curious case of a team trying to find cohesion. While their record of 4-7 is discouraging, they've rebounded from an ugly four game losing streak earlier in the year and gone 2-2 in their last four contests. Despite having three individually strong defenders (Jennings, Smith, Drummond), they still rank 20th in the league in points allowed.
11-15-13: The Detroit Pistons welcomed new point guard Brandon Jennings to their lineup in week three, although his presence wasn't able to lead to any wins in week three. Andre Drummond and Greg Monroe continue to dominate the glass, but Detroit's defense remains inconsistent overall. The offense appears to be coming around with Jennings running the show, but the Pistons (2-5), still have a long ways to go in terms of efficiency and defensive discipline.
11-8-13: Don't look now, but the talented Detroit Pistons might finally be more than just a young, talented squad: they might actually be a winner. The Pistons have leveled out at 2-2 through their first four games, dropping one game in overtime and the other to the suddenly mighty Indiana Pacers. Factor in that new point guard Brandon Jennings hasn't even been healthy for most of the start of the year, and there's upside to be had in this year's Pistons.
11-1-13: After an offseason that revamped the Pistons' backcourt, their frontcourt dominated the preseason. Andre Drummond averaged a double-double, and Greg Monroe got to the free-throw line a very high rate. Unfortunately, Josh Smith is still shooting too many 3-pointers like he did in Atlanta, but he still had a productive preseason as well. These three starters have to continue to carry this team as the guards are hobbled in Detroit. Brandon Jennings and Rodney Stuckey are already working back from injuries, so Will Bynum and Chauncey Billups need to take charge of the shallow backcourt early in the season.
10-18-13: For the Detroit Pistons Andre Drummond has emerged as their best all-around player and will be relied on heavily as the season progresses. Detroit is 2-3 on the year in preseason play and in their last game Drummond dominated as he recorded 8 point, 11 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks. They finish their remaining preseason schedule with Orlando, Washington and Minnesota before they begin regular season play.
10-17-13: It's unlikely that Greg Monroe will to agree to a contract extension with the Detroit Pistons this month. That will set him up to be a restricted free agency in the summer.
8-23-13: Does anyone recognize the Detroit Pistons? Joe Dumars had cap room and was determined to spend it. After signing Josh Smith to a 4-year, $54M contract, Dumars then went out and acquired the 23-year old PG Brandon Jennings in exchange for their former floor captain, Brandon Knight. With the 8th overall pick in the draft, Detroit selected SG Kentavious Caldwell-Pope out of Georgia and then brought Chauncey Billups back home to mentor the young guard.
The Pistons will open their home schedule on Wednesday, October 30th against the Washington Wizards. The defending champion Miami Heat will visit the Palace at Auburn Hills on Sunday, December 8th and again on Friday, March 28th. Brandon Knight will make his first return trip with the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, November 25th. The L.A. Lakers come to town a few nights later on November 29th.
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8-21-13: Josh Harrellson has signed a partially guaranteed two-year deal with the Pistons. The second year is a team option. After a decent rookie season with the Knicks, Harrellson started last season with the Heat before Harrellson spent last season with the Miami Heat before going to the Brujos de Guayama of Puerto Rico and Chongqing Fly Dragon in China.
7-31-13: The Pistons have acquired Brandon Jennings from the Milwaukee Bucks in a sign-and-trade. Jennings is now set to make $24 million over the next three years. In return, Detroit sends Brandon Knight, Slava Kravtsov and Khris Middleton to Milwaukee.
7-11-13: Chauncey Billups is returning to Detroit after agreeing on a two-year deal with Pistons on Wednesday.
7-9-13: Reports are circulating that the Pistons and free agent forward Josh Smith have agreed on a four-year, $56 million deal.
7-1-13: The Detroit Pistons selected Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, the talented shooting guard from Georgia. The Pistons are in rebuilding mode and their draft pick should help them get back on track. Caldwell-Pope is a 6-6 shooting guard with slasher skills and a good scoring ability. Alongside Brandon Knight and the two bigs, Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond, he should find a role with this young team. The Pistons only won 29 games last season. Caldwell-Pope averaged 18 points per game in college last year and shot 37% from three-point range. He decided to leave school after only his sophomore season however there is little doubt his game is NBA ready. Last year the Pistons average ticket prices were $52. As they continue to try and rebuild with a good core of young talent, ticket prices and fan attendance would surely rise if the Pistons can get better.
Pistons 2013 Draft Summary:
6-12-13: The Pistons continue to be in a rebuilding process and finished the year at 29-53. With some much needed cap space available and the 8th overall pick in the draft, the Pistons should be able to add some pieces enabling them to make their way back to the top of the east. It will be interesting to see how they handle newly acquired Jose Calderon who is an unrestricted free agent this summer. The Pistons may have the most talented young frontline in the league right now in Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond both being under the age of 22.
2-27-13: The Detroit Pistons have a lot of promising young talent especially on the front line, unfortunately for this year, they are once again headed for the lottery. After trading their longest tenured player, Tayshaun Prince to Memphis, the Pistons made it clear that they are in rebuilding mode. Next up for the Pistons is the New Orleans Hornets. Jose Calderon has played well, tallying 18 assists in his last game against the Wizards. Once Andre Drummond returns, he and Greg Monroe will formulate one of the strongest frontlines in basketball. The Piston's rank 9th in the NBA in terms of team rebounding.
11-26-12: The last place Pistons are coming off a blowout loss to the Knicks on the road and are currently in last place at 3-11. The Pistons have played 9 of their 14 games away from home and have a 1-8 road record. With two home games against the Blazers and Suns, let's see if the Pistons can put together some sort of winning streak. The Pistons are young and getting good production from both Brandon Knight and rookie C/F Andre Drummond.


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Firms with lower disclosure on their anticorruption efforts may make more sales in corrupt countries than their high-disclosure peers, but they are likely to make less money from them, according to a new working paper from Harvard Business School.
The study examines 480 of the world's largest companies, using ratings by Transparency International of firms' public disclosures of strategy, policies, and management systems for combatting corruption. Professors Paul Healy and George Serafeim find that firm disclosures are related to enforcement and monitoring costs, such as home country enforcement, US listing, big four auditors, and prior enforcement actions. Disclosures also reflect industry and country corruption risks. Meanwhile the financial implications of fighting disclosure are more nuanced. Key concepts include:
Fore details, see Causes and Consequences of Firm Disclosures of Anticorruption Efforts
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Saturday, November 02, 2002Valparaiso, Ind. - Dale Jennings rushed for two touchdowns and caught another as Butler defeated Valpo 52-22 in the final Pioneer Football League game of the season for both teams. Kevin Knutson caught two touchdown passes and Rob Giancola made one touchdown reception for the Crusaders (0-9, 0-4 PFL) on Parents' Day. Valpo has two non-conference games remaining. The game featured 1,010 total yards as Butler amassed 534 and Valpo compiled 476.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The bribery trial of former state Rep. Randy Terrill is to begin its second week Monday in Oklahoma County District Court.
Terrill, a Republican from Moore, is charged with offering to set up former Democratic state Sen. Debbe Leftwich with an $80,000-a-year job at the state medical examiner's office in exchange for Leftwich, D-Oklahoma City, agreeing not to run for re-election in 2010 so that a Republican colleague of Terrill's could run for the seat.
Leftwich is scheduled to go on trial in December.
Terrill, 44, and Leftwich, 62, both maintain their innocence.
Each faces up to two years in prison and a $1,000 fine if convicted of their roles in the alleged scheme.
Phone calls to prosecution and defense attorneys Sunday were not returned.
Prosecution witnesses have included former Democratic Gov. Brad Henry, who testified last week that he vetoed both a bill to create the state job and a separate measure to divert $90,000 to the agency. He said he did so after hearing rumors that the job had been created for Leftwich and learning that District Attorney David Prater had launched an investigation into the alleged scheme. Henry said he was disappointed to veto the bill creating the job because it contained other changes that were needed to improve the medical examiner's office.
"I didn't veto the bill lightly," Henry said. "We needed those reforms."
On cross-examination, Henry, who described both former lawmakers as friends, said that while he heard rumors that the job was created for Leftwich, he had no way of knowing if that was true.
"I don't know if there's one ounce of truth to that," Henry said.
Prosecutors allege Terrill masterminded the scheme so that Republican Rep. Mike Christian of Oklahoma City could seek Leftwich's seat in south Oklahoma City.
"It centered around power, control, influence, manipulation," Assistant District Attorney Jimmy Harmon told jurors during his opening statement.
Christian said he had intended to run for Leftwich's seat whether she sought re-election or not, but decided not to run after learning of the investigation. He ran for re-election and won.
Defense attorney Chris Eulberg said the prosecution's case involves "smoke and mirrors" and that Terrill was a hard-working legislator who sought to improve the medical examiner's office.


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WILMINGTON, North Carolina - UNCW senior forward Karneshia Garrett was named CAA Co-Player-of-the-Week, league officials announced on Monday.
Garrett, who shared the honor with JMU's Tarik Hislop, is the first UNCW player to be recognized by the league this season.
"We are pleased that Karneshia has been recognized for her outstanding play last week," said UNCW Head Coach Adell Harris. "She has worked hard all season to become a complete player on both ends of the floor. Her performances against George Mason and Georgia State show that she is one of the top players in the CAA when she plays to her full potential."
A native of Hoover, Ala., Garrett averaged 18.5 points and 19.5 rebounds in leading the Seahawks to a 1-1 mark last week. Garrett shot 51.9 percent (14-of-27) from the floor and 69.2 percent (9-of-13) from the free-throw line as she played all but two of UNCW's 85 minutes on the floor.
Garrett opened the week with 15 points and 19 rebounds versus George Mason on Thursday and followed that performance with career highs of 22 points, 20 rebounds and six blocked shots in the Seahawks' overtime victory against Georgia State on Sunday. She became the first UNCW player to record 20 points and 20 rebounds in a game since Sharon McDowell accomplish the feat during the 1987-88 season.
UNCW (3-20; 2-10 CAA) returns to action Tuesday with a 7 p.m. contest at Drexel.


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Two special trophies will be given out this Pancake Day to the best marching bands in the big parade to recognize the many years of instruction by John C. Holeman as the Centerville High School band director.
The plaque on the trophy reads, The John C. Holeman Prize, 65th Annual Pancake Day 2013, Best Parade Band.
A gold trophy will be awarded to the best high school entry and a silver trophy will be awarded to the best junior high band. The judging takes place during the parade on Saturday, Sept. 28. The trophies measure more than two feet tall and are topped with the image of a marching drum majorette.
The prizes were arranged by Frank Reznicek, a 1976 Centerville High School graduate and a Centerville High School band member for four years. Reznicek gathered donations from many former band members that had Mr. Holeman as their director.
"I know there were hundreds of kids that sat in that old band room with John on the podium," said Reznicek. "I feel that with around 20 years of service it would be a nice idea to salute our former teacher with some sort of recognition."
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Playhouse Merced's Michelle Kittel will bring her love of author J.R.R. Tolkien to life in her directorial debut of "The Hobbit," which opens today.
Die-hard Tolkien fans will be pleased to see all their favorite characters on stage, including Bilbo, Galdalf, Gollum, as well as dwarves, elves, goblins and trolls.
"If you're a fan of the book as an adult, you will love it," Kittel said.
Those new to the mythical world of Tolkien won't be lost. "The script does a good job of giving enough background. That way people know what's going on," Kittel said. "It's become a very heartwarming tale."
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I've always found ceremonies that showcase high-school athletes signing letters of intent to attend a university on some kind of athletic scholarship a bit goofy.
I fully endorse college athletics - I was an NCAA Division 1 rower at Murray State University. But gathering people to photograph kids signing a piece of paper or putting on a hat seems a bit overblown.
I recently received an email from a parent who felt differently. Her daughter had been offered a soccer scholarship to attend an out-of-state school. And mom thought her daughter should sign a letter of intent in front of her club soccer team; but many of the other club team members intended to sign their letters at their respective high schools.
Apparently, some local high schools make a bigger deal about these than others - leading to letter-signing hooplah envy (thought I'm not sure whether that's more among the parents or the kids). Moreover, mom thought high schools were short-changing female athletes by giving much more letter-signing attention to male athletes who received scholarship offers from prestigious universities.
I know some signing ceremonies are coming up at local high schools next month; I'd be curious to know if they're getting more "celebratory" than in past years, or if things are about the same as they've always been.
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I have to agree with you Erin. My son, a junior, may end up playing D3 football at a small state school. If he was to be offered a full scholarship somewhere, we would have a great family celebration, but I don't think I'd be comfortable with a whole hoopla at the school- the star athletes get enough attention at the games and at the end of season awards banquets- I think that's enough.
I think each school should have signing ceremonies for athletes which are identical in level of fanfare to the ceremonies they have when their students receive large academic scholarships.
I think it's disingenuous of schools to hold signing ceremonies for female athletes, when the VAST MAJORITY of girls obtain their scholarships through club sports.


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By the time students start classes start in the fall, all the best candidates for teaching jobs have already been snatched up. The Ottumwa school district wants some of those top teachers, too.
Monday, the Ottumwa school board will vote on offering current teachers a bonus to inform the district's human resources department months before they resign or retire.
"It's not an early retirement [plan]," said Ottumwa Superintendent Davis Eidahl. "We started this a few years ago; if a teacher has an idea that they want to retire at the end of the year, this is an incentive to let us know early."
For Monday's school board agenda, members are expected to allow a $1,500 bonus to any teacher age 55 or older with 10 years in the district, who notifies the superintendent of schools in writing that they will be retiring.
The notification by the teacher must be made by Feb. 15.
"That allows us to get on the recruiting trail before other districts start looking," Eidahl said. "There's a great window for hiring in February and March."
Most districts don't start hiring until the end of March, and some don't finish interviews until May.
"That's when districts are aware of what vacancies they'll have," because that's when districts and teachers are signing contracts, Eidahl said.
He added the Ottumwa Community Advisory Board has said there's no benefit to students when an opening for a specific job comes up, needs to be filled quickly — and there's only one applicant for the job.
"If you wait until August, that pool shrinks considerably because the high-quality candidates have been hired," Eidahl said.
The early notice lets Ottumwa school district officials attend the university job fairs with knowledge of whom they need to hire.
"It has been very successful. We've hired over 140 teachers in the past three years," he said. "We can visit with [up to] 60 candidates applying for one position. We get to pick the highest-quality [candidate]."
They also post openings online.
Eidahl said perhaps 85 percent of the teachers hired over the past three years were hired "early," before some districts even knew how many teachers they'd need to hire for each subject.
So, Eidahl believes, it's worth a cash bonus to get that head start.
"One of the most important things we can do is replace that retiring teacher with another quality teacher. In another five or six weeks, our human resources office will be buzzing."


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Pakes, Ariel. 2003. "A Reconsideration of Hedonic Price Indexes with an Application to PC's." American Economic Review, 93(5): 1578-1596.
This paper compares hedonic to matched model indexes. Matched model indexes are averages of the price changes of goods that remain on sampled stores' shelves. Since goods that disappear tend to have falling market values, matched model indexes select from the right tail of price changes. The BLS can construct hedonic indexes that correct for this selection and are justified by standard arguments. In an empirical study of PC's hedonics produce sharp price declines while matched model indexes are near zero. Also, though there are modifications to hedonics that seem desirable, they are not those in current use.
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