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This has answered many ?, Paralee is my GGGM and Josiah was her Stepfather. Thanks, Evelyn
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Couple of edit corrections on Find a Grave info for Roy Leo Wilson Sr., DOB is 2 Jan 1929, sister is Bobby (not Robbie) Wilson McCaskill and he had a second brother who precided him in death, James Oliver Wilson Sr. I'm his nephew, son of Johnny Forest. If oyu prefer you can switch him to me for editting. Thanks
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Would you please add Henry Tate Rucker (memorial 9181002) and Ann Kavanaugh Rucker (memorial 9181017) as parents of Abbott Coleman Rucker, Sr. (memorial 29866008)? He's recorded as their son on page 119 of The Rucker Family Genealogy by Sudie Rucker Wood, c. 1932, Old Dominion Press, Inc., Richmond, Va.
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The Tower Cottage is a meticulously restored Queen Anne Victorian Inn. It is the perfect alternative to local hotels or motels for guests who prefer a quiet retreat, mini vacation or romantic getaway. The new upscale restoration is the culmination of a multi-year renovation project. The newly restored luxury Inn epitomizes the charm of a by-gone era, yet features elegant and refined style of a small deluxe European hotel. Enjoy its warm hospitality, intimate pleasant atmosphere, delicious full breakfast and afternoon refreshments. The Inn's beautifully appointed guest rooms are individually decorated with new furniture and each with a refined European flair influenced by the English, Italian and French cultures.
Our Wellington Manor guestroom embodies a period of an Old World English Manor house. This bedroom contains a King-size Mahogany panel bed and is decorated in deep rich colors with elegant bedding, high quality count thread European linens, Hungarian goose down comforters and pillows. Simply enjoy the warmth of the marble, gas fireplace. Additional comforts include a marble tile bathroom, a two person shower with therapeutic body spa shower heads. Additional comforts in this uniquely styled room include a flat screen High Definition TV, DVD player and wireless internet connection.
Our Victorian Garden guestroom is an enchanting sanctuary of a by-gone era, reminiscent of a charming English Garden. The King Size four poster canopy bed invites you to retreat into a welcoming and comfortable night's sleep. Enjoy the refinement of silk bedding, high quality lace embellished linens and Hungarian goose down comforters and pillows. The black and white basket weave tile bathroom depicts the décor of the period. It has a Whirlpool and separate enclosed shower, additional modern comforts in this room include a flat screen High Definition TV with a DVD and wireless internet.
Our Tuscan Dreams guestroom can best be described as a kaleidoscope of colors depicting the enchanting landscape of the Tuscany Region from the mountains to the sea.

You will feel pampered in the Pisa Mansion Queen size bed, its dramatic Florentine-finish headboard with its subtle gold tipping and delicate scroll legs. The elegant bedding reflects the warm rich colors of Tuscany including high count thread European linens, Hungarian goose down comforters and pillows.

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I Titled The Cottage a six star castle because it is like a dream to my wife and I. The owners of this beautiful cottage are the best host I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, from day one to the end of my stay they were wonderful. My wife and I can't wait to visit again! P.S. Thank you Anthony & Maureen for a wonderful stay at your home. (Gilbert & Nancy Rodriguez)
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My husband and I spent 1 night at this magnificent Bed and Breakfast. This was our first Bed and Breakfast stay and we can't rave enough about the setting, the food and the wonderful people(Maureen and Tony, the owners, and another couple we met from Philadelphia!) The house was spic and span. Maureen and Tony made us feel like family and couldn't have been more hospitable. The fruit and cheese platter were such a nice touch. We couldn't stop eating all the cookies, cakes and cream puffs(homemade) they left in the dining area. The room was absolutely gorgeous, just loved the decorating! For breakfast, I had asparagas fritatta, which I requested(after reading the review) did not disappoint. It was absolutely delicious. My husband had the Eggs Benedict which he loved. The fruit platter before the actual breakfast was spectacular! We really enjoyed getting to know Maureen and Tony. I would highly recommend this wonderful Bed and Breakfast and hope we get to go back soon!
5 on September 04, 2012
My husband and I stayed at the Tower Cottage to celebrate our 20th Wedding Anniversary. We stayed in the Tower Suite. It was an absolutely wonderful experience. Everything was just perfect!!! We have stayed at many B&B's in the 20 years that we have been married. The Tower Cottage is by far at the top of our list. Maureen and Tony were two of the nicest inkeepers we have ever met. Our room was just immaculate. The morning breakfasts as well as the homemade muffins, cakes, cookies, etc. were absolutely delicious. They truly made us feel so at home and welcomed. The beach bag packed with beach tags, towels and snacks were such a thoughful touch. We also enjoyed the cheese plate that was delivered to our room as well as the bottle of chilled wine. We will definitely come back again and stay at the Tower Cottage.
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The positives: -The room (Tuscan Dreams) was beautiful. The deep tub (with jets) was perfect, and is one of the major reasons I wanted to rent this room in the first place. The overhanging, dim-lit chandelier above the tub was just icing on the cake. Very romantic and beautiful. The bed was very comfortable. -Tony and Maureen (the innkeepers) are just delightful. They do not get in your way if you want to have some quiet, non-social time with your partner; but they are very helpful with finding nice places to eat in the area and for general conversation as well. -Breakfast was simply amazing. Most places do not offer nearly as much food, or a quality of food. I can't help but wonder why they do not open a restaurant of their own! -The small details throughout the building just made this location "feel" like a getaway. -The free beach passes, beach accessories (towels, chairs, umbrella, etc.), and complimentary bottle of wine were just excellent. Being literally 2 blocks away from the beach/boardwalk/and town was perfect as well. The negatives: -The rooms are a little bit small. This is not a huge issue, but it can be intimidating to be in such a small space. The amenities in the room more than make up for this issue ultimately, though. -It is in a built up residential area. The older photo showcasing a lake right behind the inn is not a reflection of what you will see out your window today. Again, this is not a huge issue, but it is somewhat misleading as I expected a lake and a lightly populated residential area. -The price does seem a little bit high, but ultimately I (and many others) are willing to pay it for the quality. I do intend to go down there again some time, and will likely go during the off season to take advantage of the cheaper prices. All in all, there is little to complain about. I loved the time my girlfriend and I were down at the Tower Cottage.This was a great place to stay!
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Thursday is Independence Day in the US. That means the entire country is gearing up for yummy barbeques, firework shows, picnics, vacations, and quality time with family and friends.
Have you considered how you can use this holiday as a STEM learning opportunity for your kids? It may not seem like a time for learning, but it is! The 4th of July is filled with real world learning oppotunities!
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Studying Measurement and Viscosity with BBQ Sauce
A good BBQ sauce is the key ingredient in messy and delicious ribs, chicken and steak. If you're making your own sauce for this summer's cookout, you might want to use it as a STEM real world learning opportunity with your kids. Let CK-12 help! When cooking, exact measurement of ingredients is important to get the right flavor.
Depending on the region you live in or the type of sauce your family likes, your BBQ sauce may be really really thick or it maybe be thinner like a glaze. Ask your kids to find a spot around the stove and experiment with viscosity. Click the link to see the concept on the CK-12 website.
Adding cornstarch, flour or another thickening agent to your sauce will make it thicker (have a greater viscosity). Adding water or another liquid will make the sauce thinner (have a lower viscosity). Talk about what the perfect viscosity is for your BBQ sauce!
Learning about Chemistry, Earth Science and Algebra with Fireworks
The 4th of July wouldn't be the same without a good firework show. While you're waiting for the firework show to start, contemplate STEM concepts like chemistry, earth science and algebra with your loved ones. Click on any of the links to see the concept on CK-12.
When setting off fireworks, it's important to know at what point the firework will blow up in order to tell spectators where to stand for both satefy and to get the best view of the show. That exact point can be calculated with algebra!
You can also discuss how fireworks affect our environment with this fun real world STEM earth science concept.
For your older kids, this real world learning chemistry lesson on the chemical composition of fireworks goes over the proper elements and amount of each element needed to create the best firework colors and sounds. Now that's what we call a fun application of STEM concepts in the real world!
Learning Geometry While Camping
If you're going camping this 4th of July, you have the opportunity for studying geometry in the real world. If you're sneaky enough, your kids won't even realize they're learning!
As you and the kids are setting up the tent, pay close attention to the angles the poles make. What happens when you change an angle to make it larger or smaller? Which angles create the most stable tent?
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Quote:I have the 6mm Radian and rarely use it, there is nothing wrong with the eye piece. I like it buy I also like the Meade HD and Zhummel long eye relief eyepieces. After using it for a while here are my conclusions:
1) While a nice eyepiece it doesn't wow in any sort of way.
2) An ES or Meade 82* eyepiece give you the same view but with a much larger field and cost much less.
3) If you need the eye relief the Meade HD are sooo close and cost less than 1/2 price.
4) If you want a planetary type Orthos give a slight better contrast view.
So I don't really see why you should get a Radian other than as a collectible or you need the eye relief. I kept mine because I use for the public.
Quote:Your thoughts on this eyepiece?
Quote:I don't currently own one, but I had both the 5mm and 7mm and found them to be excellent. Comfortable, sharp to the edge, and excellent at the center of the field.
I am sure that the eyepeice purists will say it is like a 7th tier eyepiece or something, but I could see everyting in it that I could see in a 5mm Ortho, so I was happy enough with it.
Quote:The 5mm Radian has given me the best Jupiter views ever.Even better than the highly regarded XW which I used to own as well.However, it is the ONLY Radian that for some reason troubles me with blackouts on the Moon.
Quote:People refer to them as "warm". However, my eyes perceive this "warmth" ONLY on the belts of Jupiter, not on the globe of the planet. What I see is a very white sphere embellished with brown belts. Wish I could say the same about the XWs, Baader orthos and the like.
Quote:By the way, how do you like your newly acquired 4mm Radian?


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A focal point of the original complex was a Grotto Shrine to the Virgin Mary (no longer extant); radiating out from this monument. Lightner created two commanding Roman entry arches, an elaborate bridge, and a temple-like monument to the Ten Commandments, erected on an island in the lagoon. The monuments are ornamented with phrases expressing Catholic devotion and mottos regarding the Virgin Mary as the Mother of Sorrows.
One of only a few remaining major Grotto sites in the Midwest, Mount Mercy's Grotto has been the subject of several documentary films and academic articles. The Our Mother of Sorrows Grotto complex has anchored Mount Mercy University as a treasured and unique feature of the campus for nearly ninety years now. It has undergone major changes over the years, especially the demolition of the primary grotto shrine structure in 1974 and the elimination of the lagoon in 1970.
After Lightner's death, there was a lack of resources to maintain the Grotto. However, in recent years the remaining structures and landscaping have been beautifully maintained through grants and the generosity of private donations. A preservation grant from the Smithsonian Institution's Save Outdoor Sculpture (SOS!) in 2001 began the restoration process. Major grants from the Iowa Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts will help complete the restoration project in 2012-2014. If you wish to help us match these grants please e-mail Danielle Rings at firstname.lastname@example.com.


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The 'Noles' success at producing on-field professionals is only matched by its ability to produce off-field ones too.
FSU Sets School Record With 11 Draft Selections
Florida State leads nation with 11 NFL Draft picks to establish a new school record, as six 'Noles hear their name called Saturday.
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How many 'Noles will be selected in the first round? Will FSU set a school record for total number of draft selections? Those answers and more when the NFL's annual selection process kicks off Thursday night.
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Florida State is loaded with talent at the linebacker position but has just seven scholarship athletes on the roster, including two freshmen that have never played before.
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As part of an ongoing series of articles, get a glimpse of each member of FSU's 2013 signing class. Up next: early-enrollee linebacker Freddie Stevenson.
2012: Played in all 14 games and made 10 starts as the Seminoles strongside linebacker...defensive veteran who played in 49 career games and amassed 155 career tackles...converted from safety and played in 35 games and started a combined14 games in the secondary between 2009-2011...registered 20 tackles and 1.5 tackles for loss...made his first solo sack and totaled three tackles in the Orange Bowl against Northern Illinois...credited with three quarterback hurries, which came in all three of FSU's games versus top 16 opponents (Clemson, Florida, NIU)...helped Florida State's defense lead the nation in yards allowed per play (3.86), rank second nationally in total defense (254.14 ypg) and rank in the top six nationally in scoring defense (14.71 ppg), rushing defense (92.29 ypg), pass defense (161.86 ypg), pass efficiency defense (95.43) and opponent three-and-outs (6.29 per game)...received the Don Powell Award for the unsung hero on defense and co-recipient of the Defensive Warrior award given by the strength and conditioning staff at the team's annual banquet.
2011: Played in only nine games after being hampered with a groin injury while rotating in at free safety...started against Maryland and made four tackles...earned another start at Boston College and made two stops...also had four tackles against Miami, NC State and ULM...made two stops at Duke.
2010: A first-year starter at free safety, Moody emerged as a physical presence on the back line of the Seminoles' defense...started each of the last 12 games after sitting out the opener with an injury but closed the season in impressive fashion...ranked third on the team with 79 tackles, which included 4.0 tackles for loss and 0.5 sacks...filled his stat line with one interception, two pass breakups, a fumble recovery and a forced fumble...Moody's 36-yard fumble return to the Miami 1-yard line set up a one-play TD drive which gave the 'Noles a 14-0 lead over Miami...over the final four games - Maryland, Florida, Virginia Tech and South Carolina - Moody amassed 40 tackles...recorded a career-high 13 tackles at Maryland, where he also sealed the 30-16 victory by returning his first career interception 96 yards for a touchdown in the waning seconds - the fourth-longest in school history...his pick-six killed the Terps' potential game-tying touchdown drive and helped earn him a share of ACC Defensive Back of the Week honors...followed up with eight tackles and a forced fumble against Florida, then tacked on a game-high 12 tackles against the Hokies in the ACC Championship game and added seven tackles and a half sack against South Carolina in the Chick-fil-A Bowl.
2009: Appeared in all 13 games for the Seminoles and earned two starts at the rover position, coming against Jacksonville State and Georgia Tech...finished the year with 33 tackles, which ranked eighth on the squad...registered 23 solo stops...recorded a career-high 10 tackles - seven solos - in victory over Jacksonville State...also earned a half-sack against the Gamecocks...also had a productive four-tackle performances in wins over NC State and against West Virginia in the Gator Bowl.
2008: A redshirt season after suffering a shoulder injury which required surgery.
PERSONAL: Four-star prospect and a top five player in the state of Pennsylvania according to Rivals.com...played in the Offense-Defense All-American Bowl...named honorable mention for best closing speed and most physical at the Offense-Defense All-American Bowl...was projected by some outlets as an outside linebacker based on size...helped his Roman Catholic High School team to the league championship as a senior...was athletic enough to line up at cornerback, safety and linebacker in high school...also reeled in 13 TD receptions as a sophomore wideout...chose FSU over offers from Penn State, Georgia Tech, Michigan State and Temple...born January 29, 1990.
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Quote:Recieved our copy today. Very well packed, triple boxed with styrafoam blocks surrounding the charts. A Double Wow!!, from both my Wife and I. Diffraction limited cup not included.
Quote:I cancelled my order yesterday. Piotr immediately refunded the money to my PayPal account.
Quote:I ordered one on Aug 3rd... The thing said two months, so I figure two months. If there's a glut of orders on account of the going out of print sale, I'll cut 'em some slack and wait longer.
Quote:About a year ago I purchased the "Cambridge Atlas of Herschel Objects." I didn't think through that purchase very well either. Sure, it contains all the Herschel Objects. But on the charts they are labeled with the antiquated H designations, not the modern NGC numbers! An utterly useless purchase for me. I have never taken the CAHO into the field. Sure, there is an index that gives the equivalent NGC number for all H designations. But why would I want to go through that hastle?
Quote:By my invoice number, which is less than 225, I wouldn't think there has been a glut of orders ?
Quote:Simply put, I want all the Herschel Objects on the charts, but I do not want the Herschel designations on the charts! I've got nothing against the Herschel Objects. I just don't like the outdated Herschel designations.
The bottom line is that I look at the 2500 or so Herschel Objects as an observing list, not a source of antiquarian interest.
Quote:Well, I understand what you're saying. But, since you already have the atlas, maybe you should get into the Herschel mindset: Forget about the NGC designations completely, and go for them *soley* as Herschel objects. If one is really a killer object, you can look up the NGC number later. But just go native on this one - as though the Herschel numbers were the only ones there were.
Quote: I bet you'll enjoy it a lot more if you do that. After all, it's still an observing list, and a rose by any other name...
Quote:(In fact, I may have just talked myself into getting a copy...)
Edit: Yep, I just ordered one. At least SOMEbody listens to me!
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Crystal-crystal contact makes quasicrystal
S. Förster et al/Nature 2013
Crystals have atoms that are arranged in a predictable, repetitive pattern. Materials called quasicrystals have atoms packed in ordered, but unexpected patterns. Now scientists have made a quasicrystal at the interface of two normal crystalline materials.
In new work, appearing October 10 in Nature, scientists layered a compound called perovskite barium titanate onto a crystal layer of platinum and watched as a thin-filmed, 12-atom, dodecagon-structured quasicrystal grew at the edge of the two materials.
This kind of transformation could allow more conventional crystalline materials to move into the quasicrystal realm, the scientists argue. Quasicrystals have unusual electronic properties and won the scientist who first discovered the materials in nature the 2011 Nobel Prize in chemistry.
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Situated near the airport, in Doral, this eco-friendly hotel is close to Miami Springs Golf Course, Mall of the Americas, and Curtiss Mansion. Local attractions also include Tobie Wilson Park and Miami International Mall.
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In addition to 5 restaurants, Hampton Inn Miami Airport West features an outdoor pool. Other amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access and a 24-hour business center.
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Hampton Inn Miami Airport West features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This hotel offers access to a 24-hour business center and a meeting/conference room. Event facilities measure 9038 square feet (840 square meters). This eco-friendly hotel also offers barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary to guests at scheduled times. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
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- Number of restaurants - 5
- 24-hour business center
- Conference space size (feet) - 9038
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi , Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi , Free wired high-speed Internet
- Parking
Long-term parking (surcharge), Free self parking, RV, bus, truck parking (surcharge)
- Room Amenities
- Private bathroom
- Shower/tub combination
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
- Premium TV channels
- Pay movies
- Premium bedding
- Air conditioning
- Free local calls
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
- Coffee/tea maker
- Climate control
- Soundproofed rooms
- Desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Cable TV service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Pillowtop mattress
- Plasma TV
- Dining
A complimentary hot/cold buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6 AM and 10 AM.
El Tropico - This family restaurant specializes in Cuban cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Mozzarella - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Miyako - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Punto Sur - This restaurant specializes in Argentinean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Boston Market - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
- Recreation
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessibility equipment for the deaf
- Accessible bathroom
- Accessible path of travel
- Braille or raised signage
- Accessible parking
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
Hampton Inn Miami Airport West Policies & Fees
- Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
- Check-out
Check-out time is 11 AM
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Carte Blanche
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Additional Details
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal and airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Awards & Affiliations
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- A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party CertifiedThis property participates in LEED Certified, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.


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Weekend Yard Sale Forecast (August 27th-28th)
There's no rain in the forecast for today or tomorrow and the highs are not supposed to be above 90 degrees. If you go out early, it should be a quiet pleasant weekend for garage sales. Here is a rundown of the most interesting ones I see in today's News Sentinel Garage Sale ads:
EAST - 10-Family Yard Sale. 1844 Azrock Dr in River Shore Estates. Friday (no times given).
NORTH - Community Yard Sale - Albert and Nickerson Ave., Fairview. Saturday, 8am - 1pm. Follow signs off Edgewood.
NORTH - New Covenant Fellowship Church Garage, Craft, Bake Sales and Carwash. Saturday 8am - 3pm. 6828 Central Ave Pike.
NORTH - New Life Church/Arlington Baptist Rummage Sale. 1928 Fairmont Blvd. Saturday, 9am - 12pm.
NORTH - Indoor Basement Sale. 511 Orchard Drive, Clinton. Saturday, 8:30am - 4pm.
WEST - Born Again Boutique Children's Consignment Sale. Friday and Saturday, 8am - 4pm. 1309 Amber Glades Lane. Select items 1/2 off starting at noon (on Saturday?).
WEST - Community Yard Sale. 834 Canton Hollow Rd. Saturday, 8am.
WEST - Courtyard Sale at Four Season Cottage. 110 Carr St. Saturday 9am - 6pm.
WEST - Hamilton Place Subdivision Sale. Saturday 8am - Noon. Off Westland, 2nd sub past Pellissippi Parkway exit going west.
WEST - Hansfield Subdivison Sale. Wessex Rd Off Ebenezer. Saturday 9am - 1pm.
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Update, 5:10 p.m.
Missing person Edsel Walker has been located and is safe as of 5:10 p.m., according to Norcross Police.
Norcross Police are asking for the public's assistance in finding a missing man in the area.
Edsel Walker, 72, was reportedly last seen at 8:30 a.m. Thursday in Norcross. He left his home to take a walk near Sheffield Road and North Norcross-Tucker Road, according to a news release from Norcross Police spokesman Capt. Brian Harr.
Walker, who suffers from dementia, is described as being a white older male, 5'11" and 160 pounds. He was last seen wearing light brown pants, a faded blue jacket and a gray stocking cap.
If you have any information about Walker's whereabouts, contact the Norcross Police Department at 770-448-2111 or dial 911.
(Editor's Note: This article first appeared on Norcross Patch.)


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Arpoador is the name of the small beach at the east end of Ipanema and also of the rock outcropping which projects from it into the Atlantic Ocean.
When you look west from the top of the rock (photo), you can see Arpoador Beach, Ipanema, Leblon and, in the distance, Morro Dois Irmãos (Two Brothers Hill) and Pedra da Gávea (Gávea Rock) behind it. You're looking back towards the place where this photo of Leblon and Ipanema was taken.
To the right of Ipanema, you can see Corcovado.
Beyond the rock to the east, you will see Devil's Beach, the Copacabana Fort and, beyond them, Copacabana Beach, Leme, and the Sugarloaf in the distance.
Arpoador Beach is considered the berth of surfing culture in Brazil. It's the site of surfing tournaments and a popular point that gets very crowded.
The next images will give you an idea of what Arpoador and its surroundings look like on a Sunday morning in June.


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Recipe of the Month - February 2013
Homemade Veggie Fried Rice
Serving Size: 3 Servings
- 1 small pack microwaveable plain brown rice
- Plain frozen veggies or fresh veggies (broccoili, asparagus, onion, carrots, green beans, peas) cut into bite sized pieces
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1-2 eggs
- 2-3 tsp. olive oil
- 2-3 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
- cooking spray
- Heat 2-3 tsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add veggies and saute for 3-4 minutes (if veggies are frozen, defrost in microwave for 30-45 minutes prior sautéing). About 30 seconds before being done, add the minced garlic.
- Meanwhile, cook the microwaveable brown rice according to package directions.
- Once veggies are done, place in large mixing bowl. Spray the same pan with cooking spray and place on low to medium heat. Scramble 1-2 eggs in bowl and then pour in pan to cook. When the eggs are done, pour in the same bowl as the veggies.
- Pour the rice into the mixing bowl as well. Add 2-3 tbsp. of the low-sodium soy sauce and mix well.
- Optional: Add chopped, grilled, or baked chicken.
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We offer samples of headlines that appeared in the world press along with our comments.
UK, Independent: "I Will Cut Off Safety Net"
I enjoy hearing the sounds of bodies hitting the ground.
South Africa, Argus: "The Way We Were"
Which certainly is not the way we are.
Russia, Moscow Times: "Schools Have 100% Passing Rate"
Now, you know why Russia needs Putin in power.
Saudi Arabia, Saudi Gazette: "Workers Near Holy Site Need Permission"
I guess one checks with any bodies in the area.
Sweden, Local: "Wealthy Families Cash In"
When don't they?
China, China Daily: "Marriages Need Love"
Not in North Korea, they need food!
Indonesia, Jakarta Pos: "Pee Wee Potter"
At least he has someplace to pee in.


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U.S. Bank announced that Mary Justice has been appointed greater Seattle market leader for The Private Client Reserve of U.S. Bank.
In her new position, Justice will lead a team of wealth management professionals providing investment management, private banking, trust and estate services and financial planning to high-net-worth clients in the greater Seattle area.
Justice brings more than 25 years of experience consulting with and leading teams who work with high net worth individuals, families and foundations to her new post. Before joining The Private Client Reserve, she was with Marsh, where she led asset protection consulting and insurance services as senior vice president for the Pacific Northwest region. She also has held senior management positions with U.S. Trust, Union Bank Wealth Management and the Laird Norton Trust Company.


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Pierre Thomas - #23 - RB
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NFC South free-agent preview
With the owners and players mired in negotiations, the beginning of free agency is almost certain to be delayed. Yet, PFW is examining the free-agent picture for each club, here featuring the NFC South.
Saints OG Nicks expected to receive highest tender
We hear it's likely that the Saints will tender OLG Carl Nicks at the highest level this offseason.
Saints cut TE Shockey
The Saints terminated the contract of TE Jeremy Shockey after three seasons with the team.
Draft Dose: Who needs a running back?
Which NFL teams could be in the market for a running back come draft time?
NFC South 2010 season-in-review team reports
Josh Freeman had a 25-6 TD-INT ratio in leading the Buccaneers to a 10-6 record following a 3-13 mark in 2009. We review the NFC South teams.
Super Bowl still looking for first 'true' home team
Next season's champion will be crowned at Lucas Oil Stadium, and history tells us that the Colts will not be part of Super Bowl XLVI.
Saints' Payton under scrutiny for buying home in Dallas
Saints head coach Sean Payton is catching heat, including from Saints fans, for buying a home in Dallas, where Payton has ties from his time as an assistant on the Cowboys' staff.
Payton moving family to Dallas
Sean Payton will be leaving his home in New Orleans, moving to Dallas and commuting to work daily via private plane.
Court sides with NFL in StarCaps case
A court ruling in Minnesota might mean suspensions could be on the way for three NFL players.
Eagles, Saints put end to rumors
The Eagles and Saints both had to deny Internet rumors about their coaching staffs following Super Bowl XLV.
Broncos hire Saints' Allen as D-coordinator
New Broncos head coach John Fox hired Saints secondary coach Dennis Allen as the team's new defensive coordinator on Monday.
Brees played with MCL sprain in playoffs
Saints QB Drew Brees played with a low-grade sprain of an MCL ligament during the team's wild-card loss at Seattle, head coach Sean Payton said Monday, but he declined to compare the injury to Jay Cutler's.
Fitzgerald among four named to Pro Bowl
Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald, Chiefs FS Eric Berry, Chiefs LB Tamba Hali and Saints SS Roman Harper were all named to the Pro Bowl on Sunday.
Saints assistant Allen to interview with Eagles
Saints secondary coach Dennis Allen will interview for the Eagles' vacant defensive coordinator position on Sunday, according to multiple reports.
Pass-rush help one of Saints' top needs
Team observers are largely in agreement that finding pass-rush help — most likely at defensive end — is sure to be a priority for the Saints after starting DEs Will Smith and Alex Brown made only 7½ sacks combined last season.
According to the New Orleans Times-Picayune, Thomas is likely to see more action with Darren Sproles out due to a hand injury.||||||| Mark Ingram, and Chris Ivory could also see more time in the backfield.
Thomas needed only nine carries to compile 110 yards during a 35-27 loss to Carolina on Sunday.||||||| Thomas had only 17 yards on four attempts during the season opener against Washington.
Thomas has left in the first quarter after taking a hit to the head against the San Francisco 49ers in their NFC divisional round playoff. The team said Thomas would not return.||||||| Thomas caught a pass from Drew Brees on the Saints' opening drive Saturday and absorbed a vicious blow from Donte Whitner just short of the goal line. Whitner jarred the ball loose, and Patrick Willis recovered for the 49ers at their own 2-yard line.
Thomas has been fined $12,500 for a uniform violation and a touchdown celebration in which he placed a bow on a football and gave it to a fan.||||||| The fine for the celebration is $7,500. Thomas also violated NFL policies by wearing Christmas-themed green and red tape on his black and gold Saints uniform, and his fine for that is $5,000. Notice of the fines was taped to Thomas' locker by teammates with a big red bow on top as part of a prank.
Thomas had pedestrian numbers New Orleans wrapped up the NFC South title with a 45-16 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night.||||||| Thomas carried nine times for 53 yards and had two catches for four.


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By Aaron Mansfield
Cassie Oursler saw firsthand what it takes to become a Division I basketball player. During her first three years on the Grand Island girls squad, she played alongside Rhode Island guard Kallie Banker.
"She's a Division I player, and she had that intensity," Oursler said. "I learned a lot from her, how hard of a worker she was."
Now Oursler has reached the same level as Banker, as she prepares for her freshman season with Robert Morris University. Oursler, the 2012-13 Buffalo News Player of the Year, has spent this week on the campus of the suburban Pittsburgh, Pa., institution. She chatted with The News on the phone today.
"When I visited the team, everyone was very welcoming and the campus is beautiful," said Oursler, who will come back to Grand Island Saturday and move into her dorm at RMU at the end of August. "It's the perfect size. The coaches are awesome. The trainers are the coolest people ever. Everything just seemed to fit perfectly in what I wanted."
As for Oursler's training?
"A bunch of crazy stuff, but I enjoy it," she said.
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Tight Tolerance Is Critical For Top Quality And Superior PerformanceNovember 18, 2013 9:16 am | by Ken Glassen, Vice President of Engineering, Kaysun Corporation | Articles | Comments
"Tight tolerance" is a term that is often tossed around loosely in the industry—however, if tight tolerance is not done correctly, parts and products will underperform or possibly fail, resulting in customer dissatisfaction and a tooling and/or process overhaul.
New Heavy Duty Hand Crank ReelsNovember 18, 2013 8:59 am | by Reelcraft | Product Releases | Comments
The cast aluminum base, rated at 40,000 PSI tensile strength, provides excellent support even in demanding applications while reducing overall weight significantly.
Green Powered Morse Drum HandlersNovember 18, 2013 8:48 am | by Morse Manufacturing Co., Inc. | Product Releases | Comments
Environmentally friendly Morse drum handlers offer optional batteries that contain no lead, no acid, create no gasses during charge, and are lighter than lead-acid batteries.
Anti-Fatigue Foam MatNovember 18, 2013 8:42 am | by Superior Manufacturing Group, Inc. IMPO Product Releases | Comments
Based on the existing Superfoam® product, the new Superfoam Plus® with its full ¾" thick softer material is the latest in high performance anti-fatigue floor mats from Superior taking comfort and ergonomic support to the next level.
ABB Unveils New Industrial RobotsNovember 18, 2013 8:04 am | by ABB Robotics IMPO Product Releases | Comments
The new IRB 6700 is available in payloads from 150 to 300 kg, and reaches from 2.6 to 3.2 meters, and is designed for spot welding, material handling and machine tending.
3D Printed Car Could Be On The Road SoonNovember 15, 2013 2:28 pm | by NBC News | Videos | Comments
Canadian engineers are on the verge of creating a car with more than 60 percent of parts made on a 3D printer.
Miss. Group Points To Nissan's Positive ImpactNovember 15, 2013 2:16 pm | by Jeff Amy, Associated Press | News | Comments
The group unveiled a report from a Mississippi State University professor on Wednesday that says Nissan Motor Co.'s Canton plant has created 16,000 jobs in surrounding areas since it opened in 2003. The report estimates that Nissan contributes $2.5 billion to the state's yearly economic output, which is about $100 billion overall.
Factory Production Rises In OctoberNovember 15, 2013 2:13 pm | by Martin Crutsinger, AP Economics Writer | News | Comments
U.S. factories increased production for a third straight month in October, as stronger output of primary metals and furniture offset declines in auto production. Manufacturing output rose 0.3 percent last month, up from 0.1 percent in September, the Federal Reserve reported Friday.
Boeing Reaches Out To Utah About 777x ProductionNovember 15, 2013 2:10 pm | by The Associated Press | News | Comments
Boeing Co. leaders have reached out to Utah Gov. Gary Herbert about the state's interest in bringing the production line of 777X airplanes to the state. Michael Sullivan, a spokesman for the Governor's Office of Economic Development, says Herbert received the call Thursday afternoon and has begun preliminary discussions with Boeing leaders.
GM To Recall Nearly 60,000 Chevy MalibusNovember 15, 2013 2:07 pm | by The Associated Press | News | Comments
General Motors is recalling nearly 60,000 Chevy Malibu midsize cars to fix window defrosters that may not work and power seat wiring that can catch fire.The largest of the recalls covers more than 44,000 Malibus from the 2014 model year.
Gulf States Get First $113M From Oil Spill FinesNovember 15, 2013 2:02 pm | by Jeff Amy, Associated Press | News | Comments
Over the next five years, the foundation's Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund will receive about $1.3 billion for barrier island and river diversion projects in Louisiana, $356 million each for natural resource projects in Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi, and $203 million for similar projects in Texas.
AP: U.S. Union Vote Won't Affect VW PlansNovember 15, 2013 1:56 pm | by Erik Schelzig, Associated Press | News | Comments
A top Volkswagen labor official said Thursday that a pending decision about union representation for workers at the automaker's lone U.S. plant will have no bearing on whether the company will decide to add the production of another SUV vehicle there or make it in Mexico.
U.S. Wholesalers Boost Stockpiles For 3rd MonthNovember 15, 2013 1:53 pm | by Christopher S. Rugaber, AP Economics Writer | News | Comments
U.S. wholesalers increased their stockpiles in September for the third straight month, an indication that they expect more demand from businesses and consumers.
November/December 2013: Visual AnalysisNovember 15, 2013 1:23 pm | Digital Editions | Comments
In this issue, we tour a corn milling facility in Missouri, discuss new maintenance technologies, highlight some products from the National Safety Council's Congress & Expo, and talk to experts about hand safety in the manufacturing industry.
Japan Dials Back Climate Change Emissions TargetNovember 15, 2013 9:57 am | by Elaine Kurtenbach, AP Business Writer | News | Comments
The new target approved by the Cabinet on Friday calls for reducing emissions by 3.8 percent from their 2005 level by 2020. The revision was necessary because the earlier goal of a 25 percent reduction from the 1990 level was unrealistic, the chief government spokesman, Yoshihide Suga, told reporters in Tokyo.
Official: Tesla Factory Had Previous ViolationNovember 15, 2013 9:48 am | by The Associated Press | News | Comments
The San Francisco Bay Area Tesla factory where three workers were burned by hot metal was previously cited for a safety violation that led to an injury, a state official said Thursday. The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health fined Tesla $2,700 last year for a serious violation at the Fremont factory that was uncovered during an accident investigation.
For Philippine Relief, China Beat By Ikea, CokeNovember 15, 2013 9:45 am | by Christopher Bodeen, Associated Press | News | Comments
China has pledged less than $2 million in cash and materials, compared to $20 million provided by the United States, which also launched a massive military-driven rescue operation that includes an aircraft carrier.
Heinz Closing 3 Plants, Cutting 1,350 JobsNovember 15, 2013 9:42 am | by The Associate Press | News | Comments
The food maker said Thursday that it will close facilities in two states and Canada over the next six to eight months. The cuts total 200 jobs in Florence, South Carolina, 410 jobs in Pocatello, Idaho and 740 employees in Leamington, Ontario, in Canada.
Fire Damages Detroit Chemical CompanyNovember 15, 2013 9:39 am | by The Associated Press | News | Comments
A Detroit company that makes adhesives, paint, primers and sealants was heavily damaged Thursday by a blaze that forced authorities to evacuate surrounding homes and a nearby elementary school. The fire started early Thursday afternoon at Chemical Technology Inc.'s offices and warehouse.
Kimberly-Clark To Spin Off Health Care BusinessNovember 15, 2013 9:36 am | by The Associated Press | News | Comments
Kimberly-Clark Corp. said on Thursday that it plans to spin off its health care business into a separate publicly traded company. Kimberly-Clark's stock jumped 5 percent in after-hours trading following the announcement Thursday.


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Washington Township firefighters extinguished a kitchen fire started by an unattended candle Sunday, according to a press release from Washington Township Police.
A Fern Street resident left a candle burning in her kitchen while she went out to run errands, police said. When the woman returned home, she found the house full of smoke. She tried to put out the fire, but was unsuccessful, police said.
The woman called 911 at about 2:20 p.m. Police removed the woman from the smokey home, EMTs treated her and firefighters extinguished the fire in the kitchen.
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The Middlebury College baseball team returned from Chandler, Arizona with an overall mark of 3-5, 1-2 in NESCAC play. Leading the Panthers at the plate were junior Donald McKillop (Poway, Calif.) (.382), first-year player Joseph Conway (Hummelstown, Pa.) (.367) and classmate Michael Morris (Scarsdale, N.Y.) (.310). Junior Nick Angstman (Williston, Vt.) went 2-0 with a 1.93 ERA over three appearances.
A two-run triple by rookie Thomas Driscoll (New Canaan, Conn.) and a two-run double from sophomore Zach Roeder (Keene, N.H.) helped spark the team in the season-opening 10-6 win over Southern Maine. Angstman went five innings to earn the win, while Conway was 3-5.
Middlebury followed with a doubleheader split with Carleton, dropping the first game 9-8 in eight innings before taking the nightcap, 11-7. A two-run triple from Morris and a two-run double from Conway led the offense in game one. Carleton won the game with a walk-off single in the bottom of the eighth inning. Conway went 2-4 with two runs and two RBI, while sophomore Tyler Wark (Burlington, Vt.) was 3-4 in the game.
In game two, the Panthers opened up the game with eight runs in the sixth inning to take the 11-7 victory. Senior Erich Enns (Lansdale, Pa.) went 3-3 with a double, while sophomore Matt Wassel (Rumson, N.J.) had a pair of hits, including a triple.
The Panthers dropped a slugfest to M.I.T. 17-10, in a game that featured 27 hits. Morris went 3-4 with a double, while Conway was 2-4 with a double, two runs scored and three driven in.
Eastern Connecticut struck for six runs in the sixth and then six more in the eighth to earn a 14-3 win over the Panthers. McKillop and sophomore Will Baine (Rye, N.Y.) each had two hits in the loss, while junior Joey Liberator (Avon, Conn.) drove in a pair.
The trip ended with an annual three-game NESCAC West series with Williams. In game one, Williams plated a run in the top of the ninth to edge out the Panthers with a 7-6 win. A two-run double by Roeder in the first gave the Panthers a 3-2 lead early. An RBI single from Conway in the second and a run-scoring double from McKillop in the sixth gave Middlebury a 5-2 lead. The Ephs scored one in the seventh and three in the eighth to tie the game, before plating the game-winner in the ninth. First-year pitcher John Wiet (Morristown, N.J.) pitched well, allowing three earned runs over seven innings of work. Conway had three hits in the game, Wark was 2-3 with two runs scored, while Roeder drove in two with two hits.
Angstman was the story in game two, tossing a three-hit shutout over seven innings of work in a 4-0 win. An RBI groundout from Wassel, a run scoring double from McKillop and an RBI single from Conway made it a 3-0 game in the third inning. McKillop drove in Enns with a single in the fifth to wrap up the scoring. McKillop ended the game with a pair of hits for the Panthers.
The trip didn't end well, as Williams scored two or more runs in the final five innings en route to an 18-1 win. Five of the runs were unearned, as the Panthers committed six errors in the game. Five different players had hits for Middlebury, including a double from Enns.
• Baseball record: 3-5
• Up next: 3/31 @ S. Vermont, 4/2 @ Wesleyan, 4/3 @ Wesleyan


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Last week I asked readers to identify a building from an old black and white photo from the Library of Congress.
Apparently, I need to try harder because several people got it correct, and they got it correct quickly.
Here's what our guessers had to say:
Philip Jones
100 E Mermaid Lane; Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting
That was easy!
Keith Kunz
That was easy! Quakers are moving soon right down the street.
Thanks for playing, and be sure to check back next week for another round of then and now.


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Biodiversity in the Classroom
1 February 2007, Brighton, United Kingdom. Twelve schools in Brighton & Hove, Southern England, have signed a biodiversity manifesto. With their signature they promise to conserve and increase biodiversity on their grounds, including through a biodiversity action plan, recycling and education on wildlife habitats.
"School grounds cover 15% of green spaces in the city, and for many children these grounds are their only contact with nature", explains Martin Pett, the project manager.
"Biodiversity Action Plans for School Grounds" are one major element of the Sussex Wildlife Trusts activities to promote biodiversity action in the region. The initiative has received a grant through the UK's Countdown 2010 Biodiversity Action Fund. The funds supports 34 projects in all British regions with a total of £3.8 million over two years.
- School Grounds Biodiversity Action Plan Manifesto
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Upcoming Events 2010-11 Leadership Team
We are Graduate InterVarsity Christian Fellowship! Our 'main event' is a weekly in-depth Bible study that explores how scripture applies to our lives as graduate students. Once a month, we invite a Christian faculty member to speak to us about their experience and insight into following Christ in academia. Past guests have included Prof. Erica Carlson and Prof. Ken Ferraro. We also host prayer gatherings, social events, and outreach events. During the summer, we have engaged in book or topical studies, including C.S. Lewis' Screwtape Letters, John Davis' The Frontiers of Faith and Science, Richard Beck's The Theology of Calvin and Hobbes, and N.T. Wright's Evil and the Justice of God.
Throughout all of our events, we are motivated by a deep desire to:
- grow in knowledge of our Savior and His Word
- rejoice in our fellowship as a community
- submit our academic lives to the lordship of Jesus Christ, and
- bear witness of our just and merciful God to a large and diverse campus.
We focus strongly on the integration of faith and academics in our personal lives, seeking to grow in our relationships with Christ, each other, and our colleagues and fellow students. We see graduate school as a calling and a vocation, and treasure the blessing and encouragement found in Christian community.
Purdue Grad IV is a ministry of Intervarsity Christian Fellowship USA. We also have connections to Faculty Commons and the Emerging Scholars Network at Purdue.
Thanks for looking us up! We know that as a grad student, your time is scarce. All of our events are designed so that you can jump in at anytime without feeling like you've missed something. We hope you'll join us for as many gatherings as you are able – whether that's weekly or even only a few times a semester!


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Seattle Home Show 2
Friday Oct 4 – Sunday Oct 6, 2013
The 15th Annual housing extravaganza will have hundreds of displays of home and garden products; daily "Meet the Experts" seminars; cooking demos by well-known local chefs on the Viking stage; the newest in building products and materials; landscape displays; living green; wine tasting sponsored by Lulu Boutique of Lake Chelan; arts & crafts and home decorating. Attendees also enjoy special features including seminars and wine tasting.
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$12 adults, $8 seniors (60+), $3 juniors (7-15), under 7 free. Purchasers of E-tickets also receive $1 parking for Seattle Home Show 2 at CenturyLink Field Event Center Parking Garage and Safeco Field Garage. E-tickets are brought to you by BECU and Aqua Quip. One-year subscription to Better Homes & Gardens with ticket purchase.
CenturyLink Field Event Center 1000 Occidental Avenue South (between Safeco Field and CenturyLink Field)
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The Mankato Free Press
---- — Thumbs up to the DFL's achievements in the 2013 Legislature. After far too many years of Republicans' "no new taxes" and penny wise/pound foolish policies, the DFL has raised the taxes necessary to fund the state's needs and commitments.
Instead of borrowing much-needed education dollars, the state can now adequately fund E-12 education. State college and university students will have more financial aid and a two-year tuition freeze.
At last the DFL established a progressive income tax, making those with the highest incomes subject to the highest rates. By raising state revenue, it should be possible to lower property taxes.
Another overdue reform eliminated the state sales tax on publicly funded entities — city and county governments, state universities, and others. Making tax-funded entities subject to the sales tax never made sense.
DFLers showed the courage of their convictions by passing the marriage equality bill, legalizing same sex marriages and ending a blatant denial of equal rights to a minority. Now same-sex couples can enjoy "all the rights and privileges thereto appertaining" to marriage.
There is still much unfinished business. The state minimum wage, which affects 4.5 percent of Minnesota workers, needs to be raised. Minnesota is one of only four states with a minimum wage lower than the federal minimum wage. We need a public works bill which addresses the desperate need to upgrade our roads and bridges. The school bullying issue should be resolved, and the state's mental health system needs reform.
Next year the governor and the legislature will have both challenges and opportunities to build on this year's accomplishments.
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A Little Rachmonis For The Board Of Elections
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Sun, 12/30/2012 - 9:17am
On December 28, the NYC Board of Elections finally certified and published the returns for the election held on November 6th, only 27 days after its legal deadline to do so.
In fact, because of the delay (as well as those in some other parts of the State) the State Board of Elections was forced to certify the election of the State's Presidential Electors based on preliminary returns which did not include a complete count of what are known as "affidavit ballots." If they had not done so, NYS' electoral votes could not have been cast on the constitutionally mandated date (I have also been told that if the Board failed to certify results by January 1, judges elected on November 6 would not be allowed to take office).
Affidavits ballots are those cast by a voter whose name could not be found in the enrollment book on Election Day (or has been otherwise subjected to challenge). Such a voter is allowed to cast a ballot, but it is put in a sealed envelope. On the front of the envelope is an affidavit the voter fills out where s/he claims either to be a validly registered voter and fills in the information necessary to make that determination (i.e., address). The voter is then required to sign the statement.
The Motor Voter Law also allows already registered NYS voters who have moved to change their address by use of such affidavits.
Many more affidavit ballots are cast than counted. Many voters show up to vote (especially in Presidential years) who are simply not registered in NYS (or anywhere). Others have gone to the wrong polling place, which is a fatal error. But while many affidavits are the result of errors either by polling inspectors, or in the Board's own data entry or filing, a lot of ballots are disqualified because a perfectly eligible voter, who through no fault of his own has been denied the right to cast a normal ballot, then makes an error filling out the affidavit envelope. They may forget to seal it, or forget to sign it, or simply leave out required information.
Counting such ballots takes a lot of time. Luckily, the work can begin as soon as the ballots come back from the polling place. The Board is required to check each ballot, determine whether the voter was validly registered, whether they went to the right poll, and whether they've signed a valid affidavit, and whether this is the only ballot they cast. Having been through more than one recount, I can attest that the Board does a decent job at this, but not a perfect one. However, unless there is a recount where there are parties motivated to see such ballots are validated and do the search for them themselves, some voters do get missed.
This year, an additional crimp was put into the system.
As noted, normally, a voter must go to the proper polling place to get their vote counted. But because of Hurricane Sandy, these rules no longer applied. The Governor issued an Executive Order which allowed a voter to cast a ballot from any polling place in the state and have it counted in any elections for which that ballot was applicable.
The storm had quite an impact.
In 2008, 2,641,609 valid ballots were cast in NYC's general election; 108,170 of these were cast on affidavit ballots. That's 4%.
In 2012, possibly because of the storm, the number of valid ballots cast dropped by nearly 200,000. However, the number of affidavits ballots counted nearly doubled. Of the 2,464.470 NYC ballots cast in this year's general election, 245,115 were cast by affidavit ballot. That's just under 10%.
Some of the numbers are pretty stark. In the 46th AD, which includes most of the Coney Island peninsula, affidavits accounted for 6,419 of the 32,808 votes cast, which is just under 20%. In the 31st AD, which includes most of the east end of the Rockaways, affidavits accounted for 7,330 of the 32,022 votes cast, which is almost 23%.
In the 23rd AD, which includes most of the Rockaways (including Breezy Point) and Broad Channel, affidavits accounted for 9.140 of the 31,370 votes cast, a staggering 29% of the votes cast. Other AD's which included coastal areas subject to evacuation also had affidavit totals of over 10%, including the 45th (Manhattan Beach), the 50th (Greenpoint/Williamsburg), the 51st (Red Hook), and the 65th (Lower Manhattan).
The impact of this order was far beyond that anticipated, but I have to conclude based upon both the data and anecdotal evidence that this was not solely because of the storm.
For instance, of the 29 ADs where over 10% of the votes were cast on affidavit ballots, I count 14 which are landlocked. I know I'm not accounting for in-land flooding or people displaced by the storm for reasons other than coastal flooding, but even accounting for this, it s seems unlikely that the storm is the entire explanation.
And there are reasons to suspect that it is not.
Suddenly a voter vacationing upstate who'd forgotten to get an absentee ballot didn't need to get one. Suddenly, the Brooklyn voter with the phony Upper East Side address to get their kid into the right public school didn't need to take a trip into Manhattan on a day when school was off (I know more than one such family). Upon opinion and belief, thousands took advantage of the Governor's order who had reasons to do so other than the storm.
But whatever the reasons, the result was chaos at the Board of Elections. Unlike in previous years, affidavit ballots kept pouring (perhaps not the best choice of words) in for days from Boards all over the State. All of them had to be checked. And the numbers I've rendered are deceiving in that while there were 136,945 more affidavit ballots counted than four years ago, there were surely far more ballots that were not counted, but had to be sorted through before they were rejected.
Further, counting such ballots was a nightmare. While every valid ballot cast could be counted for President and US Senate, each ballot had to be scrutinized to see if it was valid in any other races.
This was easy for some ballots. Ballots cast upstate were good for nothing else. And ballots cast in the same county were good for countywide judicial races.
But then it got tricky. A ballot cast in the same county might be good for State Assembly, State Senate, Congress or a Municipal Court race, or any combination of those, or none of them. A Brooklyn ballot cast in Staten Island or vice versa, might also be good for State Assembly, or not. A ballot cast in another borough might or might not be good for Congress or State Senate. A ballot cast in Westchester might also be good for both Congress and State Senate, or either, or neither. And a ballot cast in Nassau or Suffolk might be good for Congress or not.
Sorting this out was surely a logistical nightmare, and while it could be argued that the storm was a nightmare that the Board should have anticipated, the Executive Order created issues no one could reasonably have thought of until they occurred. Some of those required rulings from the State Board, which caused further delay (for example, could a ballot from upstate be counted for local races in the City if a voter altered his ballot to list a candidate for Assembly, Senate, or Congress who was actually running in his home district? Apparently, many voters did just that, but the State Board said no).
I am not saying the City Board should be entirely left off the hook. I am sure this could have been done better. I know there is incompetence at the Board. The recently posted election results provide one clear example.
Behold, here is the Board's link for the results of the 52nd AD Assembly race held on November 6, 2012:
Kings Member of the Assembly 52nd Assembly District Recap (pdf)
Since I anticipate this will eventually be corrected I will spoil the fun by saying that the Board instead posted the results for AD 51 twice. (Then again, it may never be corrected. I note that the Board has yet to act on my repeated requests, made beginning over seven years ago, that it post the results of the 2005 Kings County primaries for Surrogate and Civil Court Judge it omitted back then).
That being said, I think every article written on this so far (and sadly, that means only me, the Daily News, and Gary Tilzer), has failed to note that while the Board failed miserably in its task, its task this year was somewhat daunting.
I will never stop making fun of the Board of Elections, but sometimes a little rachmonis is in order.
And this is one of those times.
While I'm pretty sure a better run operation could have done the job faster, I also think even the best operation possible would probably have blown multiple deadlines.


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LCSD urges HKPAWTO to provide safety certification for sculptures
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) confirmed today (December 13) that with the road closure near Victoria Park this morning, the Hong Kong People's Alliance on World Trade Organization (HKPAWTO) and the Danish artist had erected two sculptures at Victoria Park overnight.
A department spokesman said that with the necessary certification of structural stability still pending, LCSD staff had cordoned off a large part of soccer pitch No 5 where the sculptures were located. Notices were put up to warn people against getting too close to the sculptures. LCSD staff were on duty at the cordoned off area overnight.
The spokesman said that as part of the department's established policy to protect public safety, hirers of its venues for non-designated uses were required to take out third party liability insurance and provide certification of structural safety to cover erection of temporary structures.
"The Danish artist had already submitted a valid insurance policy yesterday. The HKPAWTO also pledged to arrange for a structural engineer to certify the safety of the sculptures this morning. We urge the event organiser to provide the necessary certification document as soon as possible so that the issue of public safety can be addressed," the spokesman said.
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Local authorities expect roads to be packed during the July 4 holiday, especially around Smith Lake Park.
Smith Lake Park will host the 4th of July Blowout including music, family fun, and fireworks. The event also brings an increases in traffic for the area.
Cullman County Sheriff Mike Rainey said 2012's Independence Day experienced many issues with traffic and authorities hope it will run smoother this year.
"We hope that we don't have the same problems that we had last year," Rainey said. "We had some issues with traffic backing up, and we will be doing it a little differently this year. There is a lot of traffic on both roads in the Smith Lake Park area and each lane will be treated equally."
AAA of Alabama spokesman Clay Ingram said the Southeastern portion of the country is the most traveled region, especially at this time of the year.
"We won't just have Alabama residents traveling here, but we will get a lot of drive-through traffic as people are heading to the Gulf Coast or the Orlando area," Ingram said, "We are on the beat path, so to speak, so we will be seeing really busy highways and interstates this week. If you're planning to travel, give yourself extra time to get there. It may take longer to get to your destination and you may feel like you're running behind, but going faster and making bad decisions increases the chance of being in an accident."
Ingram said becoming hazardous on the highway increases a road rage mindset and can also cost motorists in gas usage.
"The stress becomes apparent as people feel the need to cut others off to make up time they think they are losing from increased traffic," Ingram said. "Not only does the road rage mindset raise the risk of accidents, but aggressive drivers also use more gas. So, save gas, decrease your chances of having an accident, and drive at a leisurely pace.
Cullman City Police Chief Kenny Culpepper said the community will offer many activities to the public for the holiday and encourages extra safety measures to be taken.
"Generally, we have a lot traffic coming through as people are traveling from one event to another," Culpepper said. "Whether it's a fireworks show, swimming or other events, alcohol may be involved or at the events, so be careful during this holiday."
Rainey referenced the hit reality series Duck Dynasty as he wished everyone an enjoyable holiday.
"We just hope that everyone has a safe and 'happy, happy, happy' Fourth of July," Rainey said.
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DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Drake amassed almost 300 yards on the ground and Pat Cashmore scored twice as the Bulldogs rolled past Campbell in a 45-0 rout.
Four Drake running backs scored in the game, though none broke the 100-yard mark. Drake coach Chris Creighton took home his first Pioneer Football League victory with the win.
"It was fun for the team to play well, win and feel good about themselves," Creighton said. "It had been a rough stretch the last three weeks."
The Bulldogs (3-4) had dropped their last three games before the home game against Campbell.
The defense came through for the Bulldogs as they picked off quarterback Matt Vollono, sacked Vollono and his two backups and forced two fumbles. The Bulldogs also limited Campbell to 84 yards rushing on 33 attempts.
The Fighting Camels (1-7) lost for the third consecutive game and could not get their offense going. The Bulldogs forced Campbell to punt seven times.
Campbell was led by running back C.J. Oates, who totaled 42 yards on the ground and quarterbacks Vollono and Alex Munro, who combined to throw for 103 yards on 12-for-17 passing.
The Fighting Camels' sole bright spot in the defeat may have been the play of receiver Josh Severns, who caught five passes for 34 yards.


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The Ride of Silence was held on May 21 in Maryville.
The event is a slow-paced ride honoring cyclists who have been injured or killed on public roadways and raises public awareness about the need for motorists to share the road. This event was held May 21 at locations around the world with more than 290 confirmed rides in the US.
Many motorists are not aware of or understand the rights of cyclists to use the public roadway and many bicycle enthusiasts see this as an excellent opportunity to educate the community about the responsibility everyone shares to make roads safer.
This was Maryville's second year to participate in the Ride of Silence with 42 riders, which was up from 30 last year. Participants were thankful to have a member of the Maryville Police Department bicycle patrol join them on the route. For many, this was the first experience to participate in a Ride of Silence. Once again, area riders were happy to see the Roth Family in attendance at the start of the ride.
Jeff Roth was hit and killed while riding his bike in Blount County on August 19, 2006. His widow, Kathy Roth, founded the Jeff Roth Cycling Foundation to promote cycling, through advocacy and education, as a safe and healthy form of transportation. Members of the foundation are working to increase awareness of the Jeff Roth / Brian Brown Protection Act of 2007, signed into law on May 3, 2007, by Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen. Tennessee joins a handful of states that have moved forward to further protect cyclists on our roadways.
Passed without opposition in both the House and Senate, this act provides that "the operator of a motor vehicle when overtaking and passing a bicycle proceeding in the same direction on the roadway, shall leave a safe distance between the motor vehicle and the bicycle of not less than three feet (3') and shall maintain such clearance until safely past the overtaken bicycle." A violation of this section is a Class C misdemeanor.