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Four members from the Rush Pikes Peak U14 Boys Nike team represented Colorado at Region IV ODP Camp this past week. Griff Lloyd, Thomas Staines, Sam Alvarez and Sean Halverson all represented Colorado in McMinnville, Oregon, fresh off their season where they were State Cup Finalists and Premier 1 League Champions. The boys all had a great experience and from this pool of 250 players across Region IV, Sean Halverson was selected to be in the final 37 players to be part of the Region IV Pool. Sean will travel to Ontario, California for a week long camp at the end of July for a chance to be picked in the final 18 for the Region IV team.
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A traditional winter sleigh carries two neatly boxed gifts of salt and pepper to the table in this clever holiday set.
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rearadmiral wrote:Boston wrote:damn, that's pretty low!
I don't think it resonates much with today's biggest moviegoers---teenage boys. And a lot older fans will wait a week or two rather than trek out into Hoth weather.
considering how much money Disney has spent promoting this thing, the number you cited would be considered an unmitigated disaster.
the advance buzz being as it is, I am not sure it will have legs in the coming weeks.
Also, this is the same weekend last year's Best Picture* winner was released.
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One Man's Dream II - The Magic Lives On | D | 11:40 | 1:10, 3:20, 4:50 | 6:20 |
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quote:Did we ever confirm that Gino has actual sources?
quote: "I was supposed to visit LSU but I never got the paperwork," Goodman said. "I'm still talking with them and I may visit there in two weeks but I'm not really sure what I'm going to do. I'm playing in the West Coast Bowl this weekend so the only weekend I have left is that Feb 2 weekend. "I could visit LSU or one of the Florida schools and I'm talking a lot with California too. On one hand, it would be fun to visit an out of state school that I've never seen but it might also be good to visit an in-state school because it's closer and Cal has been recruiting me hard so I'm just taking it day by day."
quote:"I might do it on Signing Day," Goodman said. "Me and Priest are thinking of how we can do it together so we might actually do it this week. I'm still looking at all my options and that's why I may wait a few more weeks and do it Signing Day but Priest and I have both talked about wanting to start recruiting for the school we choose so that's why it could be as soon as this week.
quote:Well if they are in fact a package deal it doesn't look good for LSU. It does seem weird that PW never mentions the package deal part though. I am really hoping the in home visit on Monday isn't just a last ditch effort.
quote:I could visit LSU or one of the Florida schools and I'm talking a lot with California too. On one hand, it would be fun to visit an out of state school
quote:Preist never mentions the package deal.
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BOSTON (AP) — The "Big Three" leading Boston to its latest win was an unlikely bunch.
Kevin Garnett was the only Boston starter to score in double figures, finishing with 10 points and five rebounds, and Paul Pierce had seven points and seven rebounds.
The Suns were coming off a 108-99 loss at Milwaukee on Tuesday, when they were outscored 58-43 in the second half. The outlook wasn't good after the first half Wednesday with Boston leading 53-41, but the Suns responded with a torrid run early in the third quarter, shutting out Boston for 5:59. Dudley hit a 3-pointer and Gortat scored six during the spurt, putting back an offensive rebound that gave Phoenix a 56-55 lead with 6:59 left in the period.
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Kids will enjoy whipping up some imaginary treats with this baker set. It comes with three different baking pans, two tart pans and a spatula.
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With the arrival of fall, days will soon be getting noticeably shorter and nighttime temperatures will begin to fall. Now, as your trees begin responding to the changing conditions, you can take a number of proactive steps to care for them and help ensure they will be healthy and beautiful for years to come. "It's a good idea to think about the health of your trees in fall," says certified arborist Jason Anderson, co-owner of Arborscapes LLC. Anderson conducts the training on trees for Master Gardeners in Henrico, Chesterfield, and Goochland/Powhatan. He advises starting by taking a good, long look at your trees. Notice whether there are dead branches – which are much easier to identify while the leaves are still on the tree. Some dead branches are normal, but if more than roughly 10% -- the amount varies by tree type – is dead, you may want to consider talking to a certified arborist. Look again when the leaves start to fall to make sure all your deciduous trees of the same species are dropping their leaves at roughly the same time. "If one is dropping its leaves earlier, it can be a sign that the tree is stressed," says Anderson. Checking trees of like species again next spring to see if they bud at roughly the same time can also help you tell if you have a tree that is stressed. "An important thing to remember," says Anderson, "particularly if you have a mature tree is that the tree may not show signs of distress for two or three years following the event that causes the stress." After looking up, look down to check the mulch around your trees. "Mulching is one of the best things you can do for your trees," says Anderson, "provided you do it properly." Mulch around trees should be no more than 2-3 inches deep and should never be piled up against tree bark at the base of the tree. Make the ring of mulch as large as you can up to the dripline or end of the branches of the tree. Good mulch materials include aged sawdust, shredded pine bark, or wood chips. "It's important not to over mulch," says Anderson. "And you need to remember that mulch goes over the roots, but not on the trunk of the tree." Mulch adds organic matter to the soil around the tree and helps keep soil temperatures warmer, allowing tree roots to continue to grow later into the fall. Once winter arrives, mulch helps reduce alternate freezing and thawing that heaves soil and can cause damage to young roots. Mulching also reduces water loss and helps maintain uniform soil moisture around tree roots. "Grass roots compete with tree roots for water," says Anderson. "Mulching eliminates the competition." Fall and winter when trees are dormant are also ideal times to do any pruning that may be needed. "Structural and formative pruning on trees less than ten years old can help eliminate problems in the future," explains Anderson. "And older trees may need deadwood removed to improve their structure and reduce liability during bad weather." |
RAMPS receives $8k grant
Citizen Staff Reports 03/03/2015
RAMPS (Ramp Access Made Possible by Students) recently received an $8,000 grant from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. The award was one of 75 grants totaling more than $600,137 awarded by the Reeve Foundation to nonprofit organizations nationwide that provide more opportunities, access, and daily quality of life for individuals living with paralysis, their families and caregivers.
RAMPS, an organization founded by then-Henrico County high school students to build ramps for local low-income residents who need them, will use the grant to purchase modular wheelchair ramp supplies. These supplies will be used by local high school RAMPS clubs, who provide volunteers to build the ramps. > Read more.
Henrico man to compete in Liberty Mutual Invitational National Finals
Citizen Staff Reports 02/19/2015
Henrico resident Larry Loving, Jr., will compete with three other locals – Thomas Scribner (Richmond), Roscoe McGhee (Midlothian) and Larry Loving (Richmond) in the Liberty Mutual Insurance Invitational National Finals at TPC Sawgrass, in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., Feb. 26-Mar. 1. The foursome qualified for the national golf tournament by winning the Liberty Mutual Insurance Invitational, held at Whiskey Creek Golf Club in Ijamsville, Md. on June 11. That event supported the RiteCare Center for Childhood Language Disorders.
In total, 240 amateur golfers will compete in Florida. > Read more.
In total, 240 amateur golfers will compete in Florida. > Read more.
Henrico PAL recognizes supporters, HSHS athlete
The Henrico Police Athletic League (PAL) held its Sixth Annual Awards Banquet Feb. 5 at The Cultural Arts Center of Glen Allen, celebrating accomplishments of 2014 and recognizing outstanding contributions to the organization. Henrico County Juvenile Domestic Court Judge Denis Soden served as master of ceremonies and former Harlem Globetrotter Melvin Adams served as keynote speaker.
Among the 2014 honorees were Richmond International Raceway (Significant Supporter), Richmond Strikers Soccer Club (Significant Supporter), Henrico County Schools-Pupil Transportation (Summer Camp Supporter), Bruce Richardson, Jr. (Youth of the Year), Sandra Williams (Volunteer of the Year), Thomas Williams (Employee of the Year), Mikki Pleasants (Board Member of the Year), and Michelle Sheehan (Police Officer of the Year). > Read more.
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Travinia brings contemporary elegance to Willow Lawn
It was another win for Willow Lawn when Travinia Italian Kitchen and Wine Bar opened there six months ago, nestled in the heart of the re-made shopping center. The contemporary American Italian restaurant boasts 13 locations up and down the East Coast, with the Henrico location opening in August.
In the same week, I hit up Travinia twice, once for lunch and once for a late dinner. At lunchtime on a weekday, I was overwhelmed by the smell of garlic and by the number of working professionals in nice suits on their lunch breaks. When we first walked in, I was concerned our meal would be a little too pricey based on the décor – it's a really nice place. Luckily, the menu has a variety of options for every budget. > Read more.
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'SpongeBob' movie energizes with wit, laughter
There's a ton of sugar in The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water. Literal sugar, as SpongeBob Squarepants (Tom Kenny) and Patrick (Bill Fagerbakke) inhale their own weight in cotton candy and eat ice cream, one scoop per mouthful.
At one point we burrow into the brain of our boxy yellow hero and discover the inner workings of his brain: googly-eyed cakes and candies that giggle and sing. All of which is extremely appropriate for a film like Sponge Out of Water. Because not only is the movie sweet (the "awwww" kind of sweet), but it's the equivalent of a 30-candy bar sugar rush, zipping between ideas like a sponge on rocket skates.
The story under all this is really not that complicated. SpongeBob flips burgers at the Krusty Krab. > Read more.
Henrico Fire officials pluck a duck, dog from icy ponds
Woman wins $4M lottery prize in Henrico
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Trending in June
- The return of volatility to equity and bond markets
- Defensive stocks came back into focus
- Slow, but steady improvements in employment statistics
June 2013 Major Index Returns
Russell 1000 | -1.36% |
Russell 2000 | -0.51% |
MSCI Emerging Markets | -6.32% |
Looking Ahead
- The U.S. economy continues to show modest, but positive improvements
- Market correction could continue through the summer
- Equities and cash likely beneficiaries of fixed-income outflows
June marked the return of volatility to equity and bond markets caused by confusion and concerns about Fed stimulative policy in the U.S. Emerging markets and commodities saw their worst selloff in more than a year, prompted by growth and lending fears in China. The Eurozone remained largely out of focus for the month despite renewed bailout tensions in Greece and general macro weakness across the Eurozone's peripheral economies. For the month, most equity markets sold off, with the Standard and Poor's (S&P) 500, Russell 1000, Russell 2000, MSCI EAFE, and MSCI Emerging Markets Indices returning -1.34%, -1.36%, -0.51%, -3.52%, and -6.32%, respectively. Value stocks continued their outperformance against growth stocks. Within the Russell 1000 Index, defensives came back into focus as telecoms, utilities and consumer discretionary outperformed while materials, tech, and energy were the worst performing sectors.
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Despite a broadly improving macro backdrop in the U.S., volatility returned to markets in late June as investors interpreted the Federal Reserve's latest comments on quantitative easing (QE), as an unexpected earlier tapering of Fed purchases of treasuries and mortgage backed securities (MBS), reducing economic stimulus. Although Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke reiterated that any slowdown in the purchase of treasuries and MBS would be entirely dependent on the improvement of macroeconomic data, markets reacted as though the end of QE would come sooner than previously thought. Some market participants focused on the Fed's optimistic economic outlook while others focused in on Bernanke's comments that QE could start slowing as early as late 2013. Profit taking after a healthy double-digit return in the equity market likely played a role in the downturn as well.
The sharp rise in interest rates triggered fears that the housing rebound might stall; however, incoming data continue to look positive. Sales of previously owned homes in the U.S. climbed to the highest level in more than three years in May. Housing starts and permits both remain strong, and prices, as measured by the S&P Case Shiller 20 City Composite saw a 12.05% year-over-year gain in April. While rising mortgage rates do present a potential threat to the housing sector, a modest increase in rates could actually lure buyers into the market who are eager to purchase before rates go higher.
Improving economic fundamentals in the U.S. have led to slow, but steady improvements in the employment statistics. Nonfarm payrolls surprised to the upside in May with 175,000 new jobs created, although the unemployment rate ticked up slightly to 7.6%, partly due to an increase in the labor force participation rate, as fewer job seekers are dropping out of the labor pool. Jobless claims also remain in a five-year downward trend and are now back to pre-crisis levels.
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News out of the eurozone in June was largely overshadowed by moves in the U.S., China and elsewhere. However, problems remain as indicated by the selloff in European equities that more closely mirrored that of emerging markets than that of the United States or Japan. The near collapse of Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras' ruling coalition and fears that another Greek bailout could fall through demonstrate how quickly problems in Europe can jump to the forefront despite seeming to be subdued, if not under control. Anticipation of a eurozone recovery remains largely overdone by the consensus. While there are pockets of interesting investment opportunities in Europe, there don't appear to be any compelling short-term catalysts to offset significant negatives in the economic fundamentals in the region.
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Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a heart defect that is present at birth (congenital).
As a baby develops in the womb, a wall (called the interatrial septum) forms that divides the upper chamber into a left and right atrium. An abnormal formation of this wall can result in a hole that remains after birth. This is called an atrial septal defect, or ASD.
Blood can flow between the two upper heart chambers through the ASD.
When blood flows between the two heart chambers. This is called a shunt. Pressure in the lungs may build up. Over time, there will be less oxygen in the blood that goes to the body.
Small atrial septal defects often cause very few problems, and may be discovered much later in life. Many problems can occur if the opening is large, or if there is more than one opening.
ASD is not very common.
A person with no other heart defect, or a small defect (less than 5 millimeters) may not have symptoms, or the symptoms may not occur until middle age or later.
Symptoms that do occur may begin at any time after birth through childhood. They can include:
The doctor will check how large and severe an ASD is based on the symptoms, physical exam, and the results of heart tests.
The doctor may hear abnormal heart sounds when listening to the chest with a stethoscope. A murmur may be heard only in certain body positions. Sometimes, a murmur may not be heard at all. A murmur means that blood is not flowing through the heart smoothly.
The physical exam may also show signs of heart failure in some adults.
An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. It is often the first test done.
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ASD may not need treatment if there are few or no symptoms, or if the defect is small and is not associated with other abnormalities. Surgery to close the defect is recommended if the defect causes a large amount of shunting, the heart is swollen, or symptoms occur.
A procedure has been developed to close the defect without surgery.
Some people with atrial septal defects may be able to have this procedure, depending on the size and location of the defect.
People who have surgery for ASD should get antibiotics before any dental procedures they have in the period following the procedure. Antibiotics are not needed later on.
In infants, small ASDs (less than 5 mm) will often not cause problems, or will close without treatment. Larger ASDs (8 to 10 mm), often do not close and may need a procedure.
Important factors include the size of the defect, the amount of extra blood flowing through the opening, and whether the person has any symptoms.
Some people with ASD may have other congenital heart conditions. These may include a leaky valve or a hole in another area of the heart.
People with a larger or more complicated ASD are at an increased risk for developing other problems, including:
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of an atrial septal defect.
There is no known way to prevent the defect. Some of the complications can be prevented with early detection.
Marelli AJ. Congenital heart disease. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Goldman's Cecil Medicine. 24th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier; 2011:chap 69.
Webb GD, Smallhorn JF, Therrien J, Redington AN. Congenital heart disease. In: Bonow RO, Mann DL, Zipes DP, Libby P, Braunwald E, eds. Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. 9th ed. St. Louis, MO: WB Saunders; 2011:chap 65.
Hanslik A, Pospisil U, Salzer-Muhar U, Greber-Platzer S, Male C. Predictors of spontaneous closure of isolated secundum atrial septal defect in children: a longitudinal study. Pediatrics. 2006;118(4):1560-1565.
Warnes CA, Williams RG, Bashore TM, et al. ACC/AHA 2008 Guidelines for the Management of Adults With Congenital Heart Disease. Circulation. 2008;118:e714-e833.
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An umbilical hernia is an outward bulging (protrusion) of the lining of the abdomen or part of the abdominal organ(s) through the area around the belly button.
An umbilical hernia in an infant occurs when the muscle through which the umbilical cord passes does not close completely after birth.
Umbilical hernias are common in infants. They occur slightly more often in African Americans. Most umbilical hernias are not related to disease. Some umbilical hernias are linked with rare conditions such as Down syndrome.
A hernia can vary in width from less than 1 centimeter to more than 5 centimeters.
There is a soft swelling over the belly button that often bulges when the baby sits up, cries, or strains. The bulge may be flat when the infant lies on the back and is quiet. Umbilical hernias are usually painless.
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Most umbilical hernias get better without treatment by the time the child is 3 to 4 years old. If surgery is needed, it is usualy successful.
Strangulation of intestine tissue is rare, but serious, and needs immediate surgery.
Call your health care provider or go to the emergency room if the infant is very fussy or seems to have bad abdominal pain or if the hernia becomes tender, swollen, or discolored.
There is no known way to prevent an umbilical hernia. Taping or strapping an umbilical hernia will not make it go away.
Carlo WA. The umbilicus. In: Kliegman RM, Behrman RE, Jenson HB, Stanton BF, eds. Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics. 19th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Elsevier Saunders; 2011:chap 99.
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June 29th, 2011, 08:30 PM #16
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Sorry, Wayne!
This is probably because it's a review copy. And also because it's to do with those reread reviews for Orbit too, I guess. Am just about finishing Side Jobs so this one will be soon.
July 4th, 2011, 08:17 PM #19
I just learnt that the excellent James Marsters will not be narrating the audiobook version of Ghost Story. Apparently there was a scheduling conflict.
This is imo a crying shame as the Dresden Files audiobooks are the best in the business and Marsters is the voice of Harry Dresden. Hopefully the new fellow will do a good job, but it is not going to be the same.
July 9th, 2011, 06:50 PM #20
And here's Chapter 4:
In addition, now we can see Butcher reading the first two sample chapters for those interested:
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Someone in the Dresden Files Anonymous thread said something about the new book and how Harry is weakened. The poster didn't seem too thrilled at this. Anyway, since this thread is dedicated to the new book, I'll post my reply here:
Good! Harry was getting a bit too powerful. The man could take on GODS. Heroes should have to struggle a bit more. Not saying he didn't struggle, but I think it's about time we saw him struggle upwards to the god-killer level again. More fun that way.
And I just seem to love torturing my favorite wizard!
July 19th, 2011, 01:12 PM #22
My book is pre-ordered on Borders.com, with the recent news of Borders' possible death I wonder what the status of my book will be...
July 24th, 2011, 10:49 AM #23
Bought my copy from Waterstones on Saturday - for the same price Amazon was offering it at with an expected arrival date in August - and just finished devouring it. As usual a great riproaring read, pacy and action packed, and at times acheingly sad. It certainly left me wanting more, and was perhaps a little lighter on resolution than I would have liked, but overall its well up there with my favorite Dresden books .
Waterstones appear to be matching Amazon's prices and generally releasing books a little earlier than their release date. I hope they keep it up as I prefer both the instant gratification of being able to pluck a book up and supporting a brick and mortar store.
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July 26th, 2011, 09:21 PM #25
I just finished Ghost Story...got it and finished it on the day of release.
This must be the weirdest of them all, with all sorts of major powers popping in and out.Spoiler:Mab, of course, Uriel, past powerful enemies, etc. The most surprising must have been Harry's killer. And the ironic way he failed. :P
I hope the series continues (but if this is the last book, it sure was a great culmination - actually, a few culminations in one). But I'll have to wait too long...Last edited by Hobbit; July 30th, 2011 at 04:44 AM.
July 26th, 2011, 10:22 PM #26LaserWraith, there are about 23-24 planned books.
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generally Butcher's been pretty good, the last couple before Ghost Story have all come out in April(s) of consecutive years... this one was a bit delayed... no time for a search, but I believe he had a quote somewhere, along the lines of "I can give you a half-@SSed version in april, or a full-@SS version in July!"...
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It's different but very enjoyable. If you haven't read the short stories yet, I recommend reading them before you read this book.
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Yeowza, I just now finished Ghost Story. What a wild yarn!
I've read a LOT of books since my last reread of the Dresden series, and I find that my perceptions of Butcher's writing have changed. Now his writing seems over-written, over-blown, and over-wrought -- but I still enjoy it quite a bit, if that makes any sense. He manages to make things seem so alive and urgent that I really want to know what happens next, even when the plot may feel disorganized or illogical. I'll definitely have to read this one again soon...
And for any John Glover haters, I think he did a good job. Certainly not perfect, and definitely not Marsters -- but he did much better than Marsters did with Fool Moon or Storm Front, and overall I didn't see any huge flaws. I hope Marsters is back next time, but I don't think the series was ruined by Glover's visit in any way. :-)


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Tell your doctor if you are afraid of close spaces (have claustrophobia). You may be given a medicine to help you feel sleepy and less anxious, or your doctor may suggest an "open" MRI, in which the machine is not as close to the body.
Before the test, tell your health care provider if you have:
Because the MRI contains strong magnets, metal objects are not allowed into the room with the MRI scanner:
An MRI exam causes no pain. If you have difficulty lying still or are very nervous, you may be given a medicine to relax you. Too much movement can blur MRI images and cause errors.
The table may be hard or cold, but you can request a blanket or pillow. The machine produces loud thumping and humming noises when turned on. You can wear ear plugs to help reduce the noise.
An intercom in the room allows you to speak to someone at any time. Some MRIs have televisions and special headphones that you can use to help the time pass.
There is no recovery time, unless you were given a medicine to relax. After an MRI scan, you can resume your normal diet, activity, and medications.
A chest MRI provides detailed pictures of tissues within the chest area.
A chest MRI may be done for the following reasons:
A normal result means your chest area appears normal.
An abnormal chest MRI may be due to:
Consult your health care provider with any questions and concerns.
MRI uses no radiation. To date, no side effects from the magnetic fields and radio waves have been reported.
The most common type of contrast (dye) used is gadolinium. It is very safe. Allergic reactions to the substance rarely occur. However, gadolinium can be harmful to patients with kidney problems who require dialysis. If you have kidney problems, please tell your health care provider before the test.
The strong magnetic fields created during an MRI can cause heart pacemakers and other implants to not work as well. It can also cause a piece of metal inside your body to move or shift.
Currently, MRI is not considered a valuable tool for spotting or monitoring slight changes in lung tissue, since the lungs contain mostly air and are difficult to image.
Disadvantages of MRI include:
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Chris Krager and his team at ma modular created this house in Austin as a primary residence for a family of four.
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Natural light fills the home's open-plan interiors.
The one-story, 1,500-square-foot project fits nicely into its urban infill neighborhood.
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Another prefab house from ma modular (also in Austin) serves as a primary residence for a couple and was built in 2008.
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The home's clerestory windows bring in extra daylight, while outdoor rooms facilitate year-round entertaining.
The home's clerestory windows bring in extra daylight, while outdoor rooms facilitate year-round entertaining.
When Chris Krager, AIA, started ma modular, he envisioned building prefab houses across the United States. "We developed ma as a way to do what we do locally elsewhere," says the Austin, Texas–based founder of the design/build firm KRDB. That was in 2007; since then, he's adjusted his expectations. While Krager still plans an eventual national expansion, for now his focus with ma modular is on building a controlled number of prefab houses in central Texas, and building them well. "I realized I'd have to be patient with this process," he says. "We developed a business model that was smaller, and then we can roll it out bigger."
2011 proved a good year for ma modular. The company completed four prefab homes, working with two different factories. Krager has been able to hold the homes' average prices to $150 to $160 per square foot, and for him that's a key point. "A lot of the [prefab] stuff that's out there—people love it, but they can't afford it," he says. "To me, that's the potential in modular housing." He concentrates on designing modules that are easy for factories to build and repeat, using familiar, time-tested materials and techniques.
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The Coffee Haj: A first trip to Yemen
It took a week to sort through all these 900 pictures, but my little travelogue for Yemen is ready more or less, just 350 photos or so. You can view it here at Sweet Maria's, or on our new beta site Image Gallery. It's one of the most intriguing coffee origins I have visited. We went to get the lay of the land, and get some sense of the very complex network of traders, collectors and importers within the country. I went with Duane from Stumptown (Portland/Seattle), and we bounced along the incredibly steep, rocky terrain for a week, breathed a lot of second hand cigarette smoke, chewed a lot of qat (see the travelogue to find out about qat), sat on the floors of the locals, a slept there once too. Hopefully this will mean some interesting Yemeni offerings for both our companies in March or so, when main crop Yemeni shipments start to arrive.


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Historic Trolley Tour
Take a great adventure every June through December! Board a trolley outside of the Great Hall area of the Lodge. Enjoy a historic trolley ride with stops at the Starved Rock State Park Visitor Center where you will see a short video of the area. You will also travel to the Illinois Waterway Visitor Center where you will see Starved Rock from across the river and watch as the river traffic lock through the locks. You will also travel through the village of Utica and hear about the Illinois and Michigan Canal. While aboard, the driver will narrate the history and legends of the area. For tickets and information please call 815-220-7386. $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Child 10 and under. 2014 Dates: JUNE – OCTOBER- Tuesday – 3:00pm, Thursday – 3:00pm, Saturday – 3:00pm, Sunday – 12:00pm & 1:30pm. November & December- Saturday - 12:00pm & 1:30pm, Sunday - 12:00pm & 1:30pm.
CITY: Oglesby
Musical Illinois
What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than at the Starved Rock Lodge listening to the sounds of Illinois. This collage of music will encompass selections from the early 1900's to present day. You'll enjoy listening to piano, guitar and vocal interpretations of: Sounds from a Starved Rock Canyon, My Illinois Home, The State of Illinois Song, Illinois and Crossing Paths. We are pleased and proud to have Mr. Steve Seaborn as our Emcee for this event. From the State of Illinois Song in 1925 to "Illinois", a more current, original composition by Dan Fogelberg, this afternoon is sure to peak your musical interest. This event will take place in the Great Hall. This a free event and open to the public. Donations are encouraged to continue bringing quality events.
CITY: Oglesby
Wine & Chocolate Dinner
Do you love wine? How about chocolate? This is the dinner for you then as we incorporate the two for a 4-course meal. Our chef and his team will bring you a chocolate inspired dinner to be paired with the perfect wine. This is a great event for wine and chocolate enthusiasts. This event will begin at 5:30 pm on the "porch" –located within Elements Restaurant in the heart of historic Starved Rock Lodge. Reservations are required due to limited availability. $65 per person. This event will take place on the Porch of Elements Restaurant. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386.
CITY: Oglesby
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Midwest Morel Fest
Learn, hunt and buy morel mushrooms during Ottawa's Annual Midwest Morel Fest. This unique festival offers 'everything mushrooms for the morel enthusiast to the curious observer! All events take place at Jordon Block Park (Main & Rt 23/71N). Saturday, enjoy a large variety of handcrafted Vendors, Home Brewers Tasting Tent and Competition, Food and Music. And don't forget Morel University where you can learn to identify morels then take off for a guided hunt. We have set aside land just for you! Sunday's championship hunt boasts the largest cash purse in the nation. Both hunts have limited availability.
CITY: Ottawa
Sweet Autumn Clematis Festival
See and smell hundreds of feet of walls covered in Autumn Clematis; followed by punch served in Luther Hall. The event runs from 10:00am- 5:00pm.
CITY: Streator
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Retreat to the Rock
This event was founded in 1989 by Roseann Rossi and Pat Picco, two Christian women in the Illinois Valley who had a desire to use our beautiful Starved Rock State Park for the glory of God. They invited several women from various Christian churches to pray for guidance and come to meetings in their homes if they felt led to be involved in forming an interdenominational Christian women's retreat. Thus, Retreat to the "Rock" was birthed. Twelve ladies from various churches and backgrounds prayed, visited other retreats and called upon Winsome Women retreat from Winona Lake, Indiana to help them get started. Ethel Anderson, an officer from that retreat, was the first speaker for Retreat to the "Rock". Judy Dagraedt, a local woman with a beautiful music ministry led the music. The twelve founding members of the Retreat to the "Rock" board met and prayed fervently for the retreat, placing ten dollars a meeting in an offering to get the group started. From this humble beginning, God has used this retreat for years to proclaim His Word, bring salvation to the lost, and encourage and comfort His people. The retreat offers Bible based teaching, a variety of workshops, praise and worship, a prayer room, warm fellowship, an abundance of delicious food, and the wonderful ambiance and luxury of Starved Rock Lodge. Many women return year after year, using the retreat for a reunion of friendships, girls' night out or just good old fashioned R&R. All leave blessed.
CITY: Utica
Cotton Patch Gospel
Phil Kaufman brings to life the Book of Matthew in this one-man show which was originally written by Tom Key and adapted by singer/songwriter Harry Chapin. Kaufman plays more than two instruments at one time and over 20 characters! 100% of show proceeds donated to world hunger organizations worldwide. Matinee shows include lunch and show at $32.00 a person. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386.
CITY: Utica
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Fabulous Vegas Guys
Sit back and enjoy all that Las Vegas has (and had) to offer with The Fabulous Vegas Guys! From the Rat Pack and Elvis to Neil Diamond and everything in between! Mixing comedy, great music and dead-on impressions, this is truly a must see show! Matinee shows include lunch and show at $32.00 a person. Evening shows include wine tasting, dinner and show at $37.00 per person. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386.
CITY: Utica
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Rock Around the Clock (Patty Waszak)
Direct from her Smokey Mountain theater in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee: we present Patty Waszak. Patty combines a wide variety of music along with comedy and audience participation. She is a singer, comedienne, musician. Enjoy all of those upbeat toe tappers people know and love! Matinee shows include lunch and show at $32.00 a person. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386.
CITY: Utica
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Join us in the Great Hall of the Lodge at 8:30am for a breakfast buffet followed by Magic by Cory and an "egg"citing egg hunt at Fox Ridge plus a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. Reservations are required. There is only one seating time for this event. Adults: $13.50, Children 10 and under: $9.95. For more information and to make reservations, call 815-220-7386.
CITY: Utica
Legacy Girls - 50's, 60's Review
Take a trip back to the '50s & 60s and get ready to rock the songs that shaped the decades! From the Supremes to the Chordettes and the Beatles to Elvis Presley, The Legacy Girls will bring their own sassy style to all of your favorites. Matinee shows include lunch and show at $32.00 a person. For more information or to book, call 815-220-7386.
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The materialssteel, FSC-certified ipe, and Texas limestoneecho those on the main house.
The materials—steel, FSC-certified ipe, and Texas limestone—echo those on the main house.
Designed for frequent entertaining, the full kitchen includes a grill, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, and sink.
Through a wall opening is the restored Airstream, which was given a steel arbor and deck.
The Douglas fir roof opens to the south and follows the lands contours.
The Douglas fir roof opens to the south and follows the land's contours.
Perpendicular limestone boxes house the kitchen/media center and a storage area/bath with indoor-outdoor shower.
Perpendicular limestone "boxes" house the kitchen/media center and a storage area/bath with indoor-outdoor shower.
Native grasses tie the pavilion to its surroundings.
Western red cedar slats close off the kitchen and media center.
The thick masonry walls are oriented to deflect winters northwest winds and collect prevailing summertime breezes.
The thick masonry walls are oriented to deflect winter's northwest winds and collect prevailing summertime breezes.
A commodious custom sofa is the designated spot for lounging and naps.
Sandy-colored plaster on the pools interior is a nod to the limestone bottom of local creeks and rivers.
Sandy-colored plaster on the pool's interior is a nod to the limestone bottom of local creeks and rivers.
View from the opposite direction.
The structure is pulled back from the edge of the hill to create a feeling of floating in the landscape.
Architect: Lake|Flato Architects, San Antonio; Builder: Duecker Construction, Stone Wall, Texas; Landscape architect: Southwest Turf and Irrigation, Comfort, Texas
Resources:Dishwasher: Asko; Bath fittings: Phylrich, TOTO; Kitchen faucet: Jado; Kitchen Sink: Rohl; Range and refrigerator: Viking
Situated on a plateau a full mile from the main house, Lake|Flato's 2,375-square-foot pool house has nearly wraparound views of Texas Hill Country. The clients, who own a large ranch where the firm has designed multiple buildings over the years, asked for a contemporary outdoor room like the open-air pavilions in Thailand, where the husband frequently travels for work.
Years ago, the spot had been marked informally with a fire pit and vintage Airstream trailer, smartly remodeled, that sat in the hot sun. "They thought we should pull the trailer away, but we said, 'We love it, let's design for it,'" says project architect Karla Greer. The new pool pavilion is composed of three simple elements whose materials echo those on the main house: ipe decking, an open steel superstructure with a roof that tips up to the south, and two thick Texas limestone boxes that run perpendicular to each other, blocking the summer sun and winter's northwesterly winds. The smaller masonry volume holds a full kitchen and media center, both of which can be closed off with slatted Western red cedar doors. "The owners are huge cooks," says Greer, so kitchen fittings are deluxe, including a Viking grill, a wok cooker, an oven, and a dishwasher. The larger box houses an indoor-outdoor bathroom, laundry, and storage. Through an opening is the Airstream, shaded by oaks. It sits under an arbor and was given a new deck. "The trailer was remodeled years ago with old longleaf pine floors and decorated with leather, and looks like something Ralph Lauren would have worked on," Greer says. "But no one seemed to want to go there."
In summer the pavilion collects the prevailing southeast breezes, and the tilted roof mimics the land's natural topography. "We strove for a light, delicate structure whose job is just to shade people from the sun," Greer says. Its Tinker Toy–like steel frame arrived on a truck and was bolted together in a day, then topped with Douglas fir planks and a standing seam metal roof.
With the fully equipped Airstream nearby, the pool house has evolved as another guesthouse, minus the walls, windows, and doors. The living area contains a custom furniture piece that invites lounging, naps, and nights under the stars. "When the couple is here, they use this space actively," Greer says. "With so little light from any town, there are fabulous views of the stars."
The visual context was as carefully considered as the structure. Using an enormous oak tree to the west as a reference point, the architects pulled the pool house back from the hill's edge. "Rather than looking down the hill, you feel like you're on an island in the landscape because all your views become distant views," Greer says. "On misty mornings the mist comes just below the top of the plateau, so you feel like you're floating in the clouds."
Those effects are amplified by a planting design that blends in with the big picture: a swath of drought-tolerant zoysia turf where the grandchildren play, and a sea of native grasses that move with the wind. The pool interior, too, is covered in sandy-colored plaster that evokes the limestone bottom of the region's rivers and creeks. All these gestures defer to the land, while rendering a formerly inhospitable site relevant again.
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