text: 104. Physics: Concepts and MethodA study of topics selected to introduce students to basic concepts in physics and/or astronomy, and to the scientific method. Does not count toward a major in Physics nor toward science requirements for the B.S. degree.108. AstronomyA survey course in astronomy which includes observational astronomy, the solar system, structure and evolution of stars and galaxies, and cosmology.121-122. General PhysicsA study of mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics using algebra, trigonometry, and limits. 141-142. Physics for Science and EngineeringA calculus-based study of mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics suitable for those majoring in areas such as physics or chemistry and for those in pre-engineering. Prerequisites: MATH 181 during or prior to 141, and MATH 182 during or prior to 142.203. Computer Organization and InterfacingA course situated at the point where software meets hardware. From there it reaches downward to the microcode level and upward to the system level. To meet the needs of scientists and computer scientists, the logical and physical foundations on which computer systems are built are developed with enough rigor that functioning computer systems can be successfully altered for new applications during the laboratory component of the course. The algorithm design and control programming progresses during the course from the microcode and machine language level, through hand assembly, to full assembly methods. The course concludes with an analytical comparison of competing contemporary architectures.206. ElectronicsAn elementary course in the principles of electronic devices, circuits, and instruments. It is intended for students of science who desire some understanding of the electronic instrumentation they use. Prerequisite: PHY 122 or 142.211. Modern PhysicsA study of the major developments in physics since 1895, with emphasis on special relativity, the atom, the nucleus, and "elementary particles." Prerequisites: PHY 122 or 142, and MATH 182.221. MechanicsClassical Newtonian analytical mechanics. Newton's laws are used together with vector analysis to analyze problems in statics and dynamics, with emphasis upon the latter. Problem-solving situations include rectilinear particle dynamics (especially oscillators), general particle dynamics, non-inertial reference frames, central forces, systems of particles, and mechanics of rigid bodies. Prerequisites: PHY 121, 122 or 141, 142; and MATH 182.231. ThermodynamicsDevelopment and application of basic concepts and methods useful in understanding thermal phenomena. The approach is divided into three basic branches: classical thermodynamics, kinetic theory, and statistical mechanics. Prerequisites: PHY 121-122, or 141-142; and MATH 212.250. Introduction to ResearchAn opportunity to learn the elements of research in physics by participating in one of the department's existing research projects. A maximum of four semester hours may be earned in this way. Prerequisites: PHY 211 and permission of instructor and department chair.280. Selected Topics in PhysicsAn opportunity to participate in a special intermediate course offering. Students planning to take this course should consult with the instructor during the previous semester. Prerequisite: PHY 211.311. Contemporary PhysicsThe general physics background of the student serves as a tool for comprehending readings taken from professional physics publications on topics with significant relationship to life outside the laboratory. The course demands substantial progress in technical writing, technical speaking, and technical literature search skills as measured against normal professional requirements in the field. Prerequisite: PHY 211.321. OpticsThe presentation and demonstration of the proper use of several alternative models of the electromagnetic spectrum, including the ray model, the wave model, and the quantum model. Prerequisites: PHY 122 or 142.331. Electricity and MagnetismThe study of physics and mathematics of the classical description of the electromagnetic field. This includes the experimental and theoretical background for each of Maxwell's equations, in vacuum and in matter. Prerequisites: PHY 221 and MATH 182.341. Quantum PhysicsThe mathematical structure and physical meaning of quantum mechanics, as a fundamental theory of physics, are developed at the intermediate level. Problems are drawn from areas such as the structure of nuclei, atoms, molecules, and crystals. Prerequisites: PHY 211 and MATH 212.370. Advanced LaboratoryA series of four semesters of experiments and projects that develop the basic experimental skills that a student majoring in physics should have. These include use of standard physics instrumentation, some familiarity with shop tools, laboratory recordkeeping and report-writing, and knowledge of ways in which basic physical quantities are measured. The basics for all of these skills are developed in the first semester in the series. The others may be taken in any order. Prerequisite: PHY 211.441, 442. Theoretical PhysicsDesigned for students planning to attend graduate school, these courses are to be taken in the senior year at Wofford. The material is taken from the more advanced portions of mechanics, electrodynamics, quantum physics, optics, and introductory statistical mechanics. Special attention is given to the mathematical methods used in each of these areas. Prerequisites: MATH 212, 240; PHY 211, 221, 331 and 341; and senior standing.451, 452. ResearchActive participation in a research project selected from one of the department's existing projects, or developed earlier in Physics 250 or in coordination with a faculty member. The student is expected to maintain a regular weekly schedule of lab and library work in connection with this project, keep a notebook in standard format, and write a detailed research report to be retained by the faculty member. Prerequisites: PHY 221, 331, 371, and permission of instructor.480. Advanced Topics in PhysicsAn opportunity to participate in a special advanced course offering. Students planning to take this course should consult with the instructor during the previous semester. Prerequisites: PHY 221, 331, 341, and 371.


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GOP needs
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It didn't take President Obama's right-wing detractors long to make disparaging comments about his shaking the hand of Raul Castro at Nelson Mandela's recent memorial service. Though they're always ready to immediately denounce him for even the pettiest reasons, the Republicans should've thought this one through first, as photos and videos of GOP dignitaries glad-handing noted despots soon followed on TV.
The most embarrassing may have been of John McCain, one of the first to decry the Obama/Castro gesture, shaking hands with and bowing to terrorist supporter Khaddafi. Awkward!
Rather than accusing Obama of complicity, maybe the Republicans should've looked at the two leaders' casual embrace as an opportunity to reverse their do-nothing obstructionist record and take positive steps for the benefit of the country.
How? By initiating measures to end the senseless, ineffective and costly (to the island's inhabitants) Cuban embargo. Instead of pandering for the votes of Cubans in Florida (as do the Democrats), the GOP could be leading the way to easing the needless suffering of Cubans on the home island, while bringing much-needed trade revenues to the U.S. Do the communist leaders in Cuba suffer as a result of the embargo? I doubt it. Do the Cuban citizens suffer because of it? Most certainly!
But sanctioning business with a communist country is un-American, right? Well, many U.S. soldiers were killed by Chinese troops in the Korean War, but we are now close economic partners with that communist nation. We lost a war to Vietnam in which more than 58,000 Americans died, but have open business and diplomatic relations with that totalitarian state. Come on, Republicans; ignore the voting bloc of South Florida (after all, you've got a lot of experience doing that) and champion the cause to end the immoral, worthless Cuban embargo, to expand trade opportunities with people who desperately need our goods, and in the process elevate your party to lofty accomplishments.
Unless, that is, you like the "do-nothing, obstructionist" label you've earned.
Robert Kushner

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By Mickey Furfari
MORGANTOWN — West Virginia and Maryland are poised for one of their traditionally tough, powerfully physical clashes here tonight.
It shapes up as the first real challenge of the year for both of these border-state rivals after comparatively easy 2-0 starts.
Adding significance to this 45th confrontation is the fact the series is even at 21-21-2. The fifth-ranked Mountaineers swept the last two meetings to forge the deadlock.
"We've done pretty well in overtime in the past, so, hopefully, it will carry over to this tie-breaker," said Jeremy Sheffey, WVU's all-Big East offensive guard.
Quinton Andrews, the starting free safety, said the Mountaineers get pumped up especially for night games. And it shows in the records.
"It's always a great atmosphere with a full house, and (in mid-week) we're the only game on TV," Andrews noted. "So everyone is going to want to show what they can do with millions watching."
WVU has won 16 of 20 night games under sixth-year coach Rich Rodriguez, including eight victories in a row at home dating back to 2001.
A capacity crowd of 60,000 is expected for the 7:49 p.m. kickoff at Mountaineer Field/Milan Puskar Stadium. Showers are in the forecast for the day, with the temperature falling from a high of 73.
ESPN will televise the game nationally.
The oddsmakers have listed West Virginia as the clear-cut favorite. The line ranges between 14 1/2 and 17 1/2 points.
Tailback Steve Slaton isn't the only Mountaineer who's eager to show Maryland what it missed out on. Fullback Owen Schmitt also harbors a similar sentiment.
Coach Ralph Friedgen withdrew a scholarship offer to Slaton, who had committed verbally to Maryland, because it had recruited too many running backs that year.
Friedgen's staff also showed a lack of interest in Schmitt, a junior from Fairfax, Va., who grew up watching Maryland teams play.
Slaton, a sophomore, had yet to carry the ball when the teams met last season. But Schmitt showed what he could do with a game-high 80 yards on just six rushes in a 31-19 win over the Terps.
"Night games are always fun," Schmitt said. "There's a lot of excitement and the place is going to be pretty rowdy.
"Maryland is a good team. (The Terps) will bring it to you. We've got to play hard."
Rodriguez has urged his team to execute plays efficiently, take care of the ball on offense and play smart. He also hopes the defense can begin to force some turnovers.
Friedgen, who's 4-2 against WVU, is content with his team's wins over Division I-AA William & Mary and Middle Tennessee State.
But he said, "Did we play to the level of our opponent or are we better? I think we're better. In fact, I know we're better.
"We'll find out Thursday night just where we're at."
Rodriguez is awed at the tremendous size of the Terps on both sides of the ball. He thinks those heavyweights move well, nonetheless.
Maryland quarterback Sam Hollenbach has completed 20 of 30 passes for 292 yards in the two games. He threw for 291 yards on 20 of 31 against WVU a year ago.
"Hollenbach runs around pretty good," Rodriguez said. "They run some option plays with him. He's not a stationary target."
Wideout Danny Oquendo (5-70), tight end Joey Haynos (4-87) and wideout Iasiah Williams (4-78) are the Terps' leading receivers.
Tailback Keon Lattimore has rushed 26 times for a net 175 yards and tailback Lance Ball 29 for 144 yards and four touchdowns.
Linebackers Wesley Jefferson (18), Erin Henderson (12) and cornerback Josh Wilson (12) are the top tacklers.
Slaton and quarterback Patrick White were pulled early from WVU's 52-3 rout of Eastern Washington last Saturday.
"I'm looking forward to this game because it's going to be our first real test of the season," Slaton said.
"We all came here to play football, so we're all excited and ready to go."
He has rushed 41 times for a net 308 yards and four TDs.
White has completed 14 of 18 passes for 216 yards and two scores. He also has netted 70 yards rushing on nine keeper plays.
"We look at our season as 12 rounds and this is the third round," White said. "We've had pretty good success with night games."
Wideout Brandon Myles has caught seven passes for 73 yards and three touchdowns. Schmitt, who shows 55 yards rushing, has four pass receptions for 64 yards.
Rodriguez regards him as a key cog in the high-powered offense which has amassed 61 first downs and is averaging 538 yards per game.
Linebacker Kevin "Boo" McLee is WVU's leading tackler with 13. Andrews has both of the team's interceptions.
Maryland is averaging 25.5 points and 320 yards in total offense. It's allowing 12 points and 315.5 yards.
WVU opens the road portion of its schedule Saturday, Sept. 23, at East Carolina. Maryland is host to Florida International that day.


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Upper Macungie's two wineries are coping with the impact of record-high amounts of rain on their delicate crops.
The local grape harvest began during the first week of September and continues for about five weeks.
At , Jan Landis and her team of growers had to postpone their grape gathering for several days because of bad weather. Guests at the vineyard last Saturday got to see some of the action.
"It was great for the visitors to see, but very hectic for us," she said. "We were lucky, (Hurricane) Irene didn't affect us, but we can't get the equipment out to harvest and that's been the hardest part."
Kari Skrip, co-owner of , said this has been the most difficult grape-growing season of her 32 years in the business.
"We've been on a roller coaster this whole time. We're fortunate that we didn't lose everything, but we've taken a hit. It's heartbreaking because you work so hard to get to this point, and then this happens," said Skrip.
Both wineries participated in the recent Harvest Weekend festival as part of the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail. Vynecrest and Clover Hill are located only minutes apart from each other in Breinigsville.
In addition to celebrating the beginning of the harvest season, the event also served to promote the state's "Pennsylvania Preferred" program, in which each winery partners with other Pennsylvania businesses and growers to showcase what in-state manufacturers have to offer.
"It was five or six years ago that we came up with the idea, long before the farm-to-table movement really got started," explained Landis, who started Vynecrest with her husband, John, in 1989. "The initial idea was for all the wineries to partner with local food businesses, but it has really evolved since then."
Vynecrest invited vendors from the Steel Stacks, Upper Macungie, and Eagle Point Farm Markets to showcase their offerings with food and wine pairings. Fresh produce was also available for purchase, courtesy of Bleiler's Produce Patch.Customers could take home dried fruits and vegetables or the ingredients and recipe for a homemade salsa.
"I'm very big on 'Buy Fresh-Buy Local,' and the food and wine pairings that we have give our customers a chance to try everything," said Landis.
While a potpourri of local growers gathered to help Vynecrest celebrate this year's Harvest Weekend, Clover Hill Winery partnered with one local business, Reading-based Unique Pretzel Bakery, and opened up a second tasting bar to accommodate the number of patrons that visited the winery over the weekend.
September 11 marked Clover Hill's 26th anniversary and the winery sold out of some of its most popular offerings - Blackberry Sparkler and Clover Hill Rosé.
"We've really had a lot of success," said Skrip.
The next major event on the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail will be Chambourcin Weekend on October 15-16.


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North Carolina is squarely in the middle, 26th in the country, when it comes to the percentage of residents with undergraduate degrees or better. Now University of North Carolina system officials say theyll study ways to raise the percentage to 36.2 by 2025.
Early ideas include improving online learning, bolstering the advising system (a problem particularly in larger institutions) and gearing up with courses aimed at training for careers relevant in the future.
This is admirable. Too many students seem to lack goals or guidance, and in a job market that is globally competitive, thats not good.
The system should never lose sight of the importance of a well-rounded education, but the university is not insulated from the economic pressures that demand more efficiency not just in operations but in outcomes. Doing more to ensure that students proceed toward degrees in a timely fashion is better for them, for the universitys varied branches and for the taxpayers who support them.
That the UNC system is a jewel in the states crown is a proud fact. But given the number of opportunities in this state, the current percentage of graduates is clearly not good enough.


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House Speaker John A. Boehner said Tuesday the Obama administration's recent announcement it will delay the "employer mandate" in the president's health care overhaul "outrageous" and pledged the House will act in kind on the individual mandate in the law.
"We'll have another vote — count on it," Mr. Boehner, Ohio Republican, told reporters Tuesday.
The plan is to hold a vote on delaying the mandate that will eventually require most Americans to purchase health insurance or pay a fine, in much the same way the Obama administration recently announced it will delay for one year a requirement in the law that businesses with 50 or more workers provide health coverage.
The House has voted some 40 times to repeal all or part of the law, but Republicans have derided the announcement that large businesses will receive a waiver as discriminatory against individuals and small businesses, calling it a political ploy ahead of the 2014 midterm elections and further proof that the law as a whole isn't going to work.
White House spokesman Jay Carney said the administration is trying to be flexible in its implementation of the law and downplayed the delay's real-world impact Monday.
"The fact is that 96 percent of employers, roughly, already provide insurance, and numerous experts agree on this matter that the decision to postpone implementation of this provision of the Affordable Care Act will have no significant impact on implementation overall," he said.


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Feel free to customize this sample business invitation letter and use it to invite people to serve on your own small business advisory board.
Your company letterhead
(Prospective Board Member's Name and Address)
Dear (Board Member's Name):
(Introduction - short and direct)
I'm pleased to invite you to become a member of the (company name) Business Advisory Board for 20__ - __.
(Pitch - What are the benefits to this advisory board member?)
(*Don't forget to customize this section of the business invitation letter for the particular person you're inviting; see Creating an Advisory Board.)
(*Use bullet points if you have more than two benefits.)
As one of the pioneers of the Virtual Assistant (VA) Industry, being a member of Consider It Done's Advisory Board provides you with a stellar opportunity to continue to shape the VA industry. My company, Consider It Done Ltd., needs new direction. A person with your experience and insight would be the perfect person to help me determine whether my company should break new ground or whether there's still value to be gleaned from traditional territory.
I will certainly cover any expenses you incur from attending advisory board meetings and also offer a $500 honorarium to be paid directly to you or to a charity of your choice.
(Overview of the Company - Describe what your company does.)
Operating since 2002, Consider It Done Ltd. provides a spectrum of business services to clients, ranging from data-processing through graphics design. First started as a one-woman operation run from a basement, Consider It Done Ltd. now has three full-time employees and a host of part-time contract workers. We continue to focus on filling our clients' needs completely and fully; our company motto is "We'll do it right".
(Advisory board's mandate and focus - What are the advisory board's goals?)
The main purpose of the Consider It Done Ltd.'s Business Advisory Board is to provide management advice about the direction the company should follow. Specific goals for this year include developing a niche market strategy and revamping/updating the company's Web presence by creating and implementing a social media plan.
(Details - What are the responsibilities of board members?)
The Advisory Board will meet three times this year, each meeting consisting of a dinner and following two hour discussion. There may also be some follow-up questions/discussions by email. Because of the nature of the matters to be discussed, members will need to sign a confidentiality agreement.
(Close and thank you)
Thank you for taking the time to read this letter and to consider being a part of Consider It Done Ltd.'s Advisory Board. I will be in touch with you soon but in the meantime, I'm available to discuss any questions you may have. You can reach me by phone at (phone number) or via email at (email address).
(Your signature)
Do remember to follow up on this invitation letter as you said you would! I would allow at least a week to pass before I called the prospective board member as people (especially the kind of people you want on your advisory board) are so busy.
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In this article on Slam Online about new Uniform changes, it has this about the Nets: "The Nets will be bringing back the uniforms that Julius Erving first made famous in the 1970s and used through 1990 as alternate uniforms."
Some of the marquis items from the collection include Dr. J's 1974 and 1976 New York Nets ABA World Championship ring; 1996 NBA's 50 Greatest Players ring; MVP trophies from 1975-76 (ABA) and 1980-81 (NBA); 1977. Along with the rest of his memorabilia with other teams It's depressing to know he's getting rid of them. In my opinion, the Nets should purchase from him all his NY Nets rings, Jerseys etc. Would make a great gesture towards our rich history, and would make a nice design for a VIP lounge at the Barc.
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The Milpitas Chamber of Commerce hosts the 2012 Candidates Forum on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at Milpitas City Hall from 7 - 9 PM in the City Council Chambers for the November 6, 2012 Municipal Election.
Candidates for Mayor: Jose Esteves and Rob Means. Issues include; Budget, Jobs, Economy, Business Friendly Image.
Candidates for City Council, 2 seats: Garry Barbadillo, Debbie Giordano, Ola Hassan, Deepka Lalwani, Rajeev Madnawat, Carmen Montano, and Mark Tiernan. Issues include; Budget, Jobs, Economy, Business Friendly Image.
Candidates for School Board, 1 seat: Danny Lao and Vance Vuong. Issues include; New Elementary School, State of High School Education, Programs.
Questions from the public to the forum may be submitted in advance to the Chamber to help develop key election issues.
Contact at: Milpitas Chamber of Commerce, 828 N. Hillview Dr. Milpitas, CA 95035, 408-262-2613 www.milpitaschamber.com email@example.com
Forum Facilitated by: Carol Kassab, CEO, Milpitas Chamber of Commerce. Rob Devincenzi, Editor & Publisher, Milpitas Post.


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Utica Marsh Wildlife Management Area
Utica, Oneida Co.
You can view many varieties of birds and wetland wildlife while hiking, bicycling or paddling around this very accessible urban wetland.
Wildlife to Watch
- Great blue herons, Canada geese
- American woodcocks, red-winged blackbirds
- Swamp sparrows, yellow warblers, yellowthroats, American goldfinches, marsh wrens
- Painted and snapping turtles, garter snakes, bull frogs and leopard frogs
Where to Watch
- Cattail wetlands
- Wet meadows, open-water pools
- Flooded willow woods
Recreational Opportunities
Viewing platform accessible for persons with disabilities and two observation towers
Hiking and nature trails, some with boardwalks; bicycle trail
Fishing; pavilion and car-top boat launch on the Mohawk River; boat ramp on the Barge Canal
213 acres
See Google Maps for step by step directions to Utica Marsh Wildlife Management Area. (This link will open a page outside of the DEC website. Hold Shift down while clicking on the link to open it in a new window.)
Contact Information
Address: Route 5A West (Oriskany Boulevard); right at Barnes Avenue
Telephone: 315-785-2261
Website: Utica Marsh Wildlife Management Area
Photo Credits: Jim Clayton, Stephen Litwhiler


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by Hannah Cruz
The Norman Transcript
NORMAN — Ghoulies, goblins and ghosts aren't reserved for ancient cemeteries or abandoned buildings. Unseen and unnoticed by most, these supernatural beings have taken up residence throughout Norman.
But for some locals, frequent encounters with things that go bump in the night are just a part of every day life.
Jeff Provine, author of "Campus Ghosts of Norman, Oklahoma," said Norman, and in particular the University of Oklahoma campus, have many haunts — some simple legends and others based on actual events.
Provine began research on Norman ghost stories in 2009 by talking to locals, searching online and reading old newspapers. His discoveries were surprising.
"Buildings I had walked past every day of my career in higher education had harrowing tales that I had never even imagined: exorcism, beheading, disembodied whispers, named spirits and roaming ones," he writes in his recently published book.
Among the most notorious of OU hauntings is the story of a roller-skating ghost boy who continues to skate up and down the hallways of Ellison Hall, once the campus' infirmary called Hygeia Hall. As legend has it, the boy was skating along Elm Avenue years ago when he was hit by a car and rushed into the hall for treatment where he later died. Other versions of the story have the boy dying from an asthma attack. No matter the details, Provine said many have shared accounts of hearing the ghostly boy playing in the halls.
Provine now uses the tales he has collected to conduct 75-minute walking ghost tours of campus for the OU Visitor Center. The tours are free and open to the public. Sign-ups are available at ou.edu/content/visit/tours.html.
Though Provine has never witnessed conformational evidence of any other-worldly beings, he does report feeling distinctly disturbed from certain "haunted" locations. As for explaining these incidents, Provine is unsure of the answer.
"Ceasing to exist when you die is the scariest thing I can imagine — which I conform to the Judeo-Christian philosophical background, which your spirit is supposed to rest, but every once in a while stuff happens," he said. "And then there are others that I think are demonic activity."
For Leslie Draper, psychic medium and soul healer, encounters with spirits are easily explained. The Norman resident said she sees angels — spirits from people who have passed on and gone to heaven — on a daily basis. She has also encountered what she calls "earth bounds" or spirits from people who have died and haven't found their way to heaven yet.
"The longer on earth the more confused, the more separated, the more lost they become," Draper said of the earth bounds. "The overwhelming majority of the time when someone has a haunting it is not an evil spirit — I don't like the word demon, I choose low-level energies, entities. That's what I use instead of demon because I don't want to give it any power.
"It's not. It's someone who was scared. It's someone that's still scared. And it's someone that needs help. The only difference is the physical body is gone but their energy body is here."
Earth bounds often stay inside homes or attach to objects, but are also known to wander, Draper said. For people who are scared of these spirits, Draper performs what she calls removals.
"It's almost like spirit therapy in a way," she said.
During a removal Draper said she helps the earth bound to understand that they are dead and that they need to move on to the afterlife.
For spirits that never make that transition, Draper said they eventually become a low-level energy.
"The longer an energy remains lost on earth the less human it is. ... The longer they stay on earth, the less attached they become to being human," she said. "I call those critters. I don't know what to say about that. It's not a good conversation."
Draper said she also attempts to remove low-level energies in desperate situations, though it is not always successful. For more on Draper visit lesliedraper.net.
Lauren Kelly, Norman resident and psychic, artist and tarot reader, said she frequently channels various deities, spirits and angels. Whether a person is living or already passed on, Kelly said everybody leaves an "energy footprint somewhere."
"If you live in a house for 20 years and you hate your job during that 20 years you're probably going to leave a little bit of angry residue in that house," Kelly said. "[Then] somebody can go in and feel that negativity and go, 'My god, this house, I need to exercise it. There's demons in here.' When in reality its just somebody who was ticked off for 20 years. There are exceptions to that, but most of the time its just residue or grandma saying, 'Hi.' It really is."
Kelly frequently performs readings at Sandalwood & Sage, 322 E. Main St. For more on Kelly visit laurenkellyart.webs.com.
With the paranormal lurking around every corner — through energy residues, earth bounds or angels — it's no wonder Provine said so many sense the unexplainable presence of paranormal activity.
"There's been lots of cases of people seeing shadows and going around the corner and nobody being there, getting this feeling that you're watched," he said. "I talked to this lady who in the '90s, when she was a student, was looking for a book and then a couple of shelves down from her an entire shelf of books flew off. Like not just the shelf broke, because the shelf was fine, but the books all tumbled away. And I was told last year that in the (OU) Great Reading Room people often feel like something smacked them on the back of the neck or on the back of the wrist."
Kimberly Marshall, OU Department of Anthropology assistant professor who teaches classes on folklore and folklife, said it is common for individuals to have experiences that are difficult to explain. While some make sense of these experiences through religious devotion or scientific exploration, she said others use tales of the paranormal.
These experiences are often a part of local culture, or folklore, Marshall said, and as such are "often highly tied to (even definitional of) identify. So, just as for religion, the tales people share about the paranormal in their world can be experienced as a deep bond to other people, to a culture, or to a place."
Get in the Halloween spirit with these local events and activities.
Haunted Houses:
Thunderbird Trail of Fear
Run from a family of cannibals at Thunderbird Trail of Fear Haunted Scream Park in the newly opened facilities at 14501 E. Etowah Rd. in Noble.
The park is open Oct. 11-12, 18-19, 24-27 and 31-Nov. 2 with the Hackensaw Haunted Hill, a haunted house where trespassers must escape the demented Hackensaw family, and several shows by the Crispy Family Carnival, an authentic troupe of sideshow performers.
Bob Wright, co-owner and co-creator, said the park is a safe way to enjoy some seasonal, spooky fun.
"We really attract people of all types. It really just depends on if you like to get scared and have a really good time," he said. "Even though we're a family-friendly event, that does not mean we're not scary or gory. We just don't do anything sacrilegious."
General admission tickets are $15 and include the Hackensaw Haunted Hill and one of two carnival shows. An additional Crispy Family Carnival Show is available for $10 per person Friday and Saturday nights for ages 18 and up. Valid ID is required for the additional show.
The ticket booth is open nightly 6:30-10 p.m., with gates opening at 7 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased online at trailoffear.com. Parking is free.
City of Moore's Trail of Fears Haunted Trail
Beware of creatures lurking around every corner at the City of Moore's Trail of Fears 8-11 p.m. Oct. 26 at Little River Park, 700 SW 4th in Moore.
The 1/3 mile course is designed for adults and children ages 12 and older. Children 11 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets are $5 and must be pre-purchased at the Moore Community Center, 301 S. Howard Ave. in Moore.
There will also be a movie in the park, and a jack-o-lantern contest at 7 p.m.
For more information visit cityofmoore.com/trail-fears-haunted-trail.
Pumpkin Patches:
TG Farms Pumpkin Patch Experience
Tractor drawn hayrides, a petting zoo and hay and corn mazes are just some of the fun at TG Farms Annual Pumpkin Patches in both Norman, 4335 W. Highway 9, and Newcastle, 1580 NW Highway 37.
Other attractions include a giant hay jump and slide, tricycle race track, duck pond, pony rides and of course, a pumpkin patch to hand-select a pumpkin.
Admission is $8 per person during the day Monday-Friday (walking age and above), and $10 after 3 p.m. and weekends. The entry fee includes choice of a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch.
For more information visit tgfarms.com.
Orr Family Farm
Wander the multi-acre corn maze at Orr Family Farm, 14400 S. Western in Oklahoma City, as a part of the farm's Fall Festivities open through Nov. 16.
Other activities include a pumpkin patch and hayrides.
A Farm Pass is $10 Monday-Thursday and $12.50 Friday-Sunday and includes a hayride, pumpkin patch, train ride, animal barn, pedal cars, giant jumping pillows and slides, sand box, playground, carousel rides and more. Farm Pass Plus is $15 Monday-Thursday and $17.50 Friday-Sunday and includes all Farm Pass items plus entry into the Corn Maze.
Corn Maze tickets are $10 and include a hayride and visit to the pumpkin patch.
Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 1-6 p.m. Sunday.
For more information visit orrfamilyfarm.com.
Sooner Bloomers
Pumpkins large and small are available at the Sooner Bloomers pumpkin patch in the Sooner Mall parking lot, 3301 W. Main St.
The patch is open 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through the end of October. Pumpkins range in price from $0.50-$45.
McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church
Get your pumpkins from McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church, 419 S. University Blvd., 9:30 a.m. to dusk Monday-Saturday and 12:15 p.m. to dusk Sunday. Pumpkins will be sold through Oct. 30 or until pumpkins are sold out.
Pumpkins are sold by weight, with all funds going back to the church.
Trick-or-Treat events:
City of Moore's Haunt Old Town
Walk the streets of Old Town Moore for safe trick-or-treating and a variety of activities during Haunt Old Town 4-7 p.m. Oct. 26 at Old Town Moore, 101 W. Main St. in Moore.
The free event includes food vendors, inflatables, face painting, carriage rides, candy and giveaways from Old Town and Moore businesses.
For more information visit cityofmoore.com/haunt-old-town-0.
Alameda Church Fall Festival
Enjoy a free evening of trunk-or-treat, candy, hot dogs/chips, carnival games, jumbo slide and more during the Alameda Church of Christ's Fall Festival 6-8 p.m. Oct. 30 at 801 Alameda St. For more information visit alamedacofc.org.
McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church Fall Festival
Join McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church, 419 S. University Blvd., 5-7 p.m. Oct. 27 for an evening of candy and costumes at the Fall Festival. Gently-used coats will be accepted for the winter coat closet.
NorthHaven Church Pumpkin Party
Get festive during NorthHaven Church's Pumpkin Party 6:30 p.m. Oct. 30 at 4600 36th Ave. NW. The evening includes trunk-or-treat, pumpkin decorating, chili cook off and cake decorating contest. For more information visit northhavenchurch.net.
University of Oklahoma Ghost Tour
Learn about the ghosts that haunt the University of Oklahoma campus — and maybe even encounter a few — during OU's Ghost Tour.
Freshman Programs Instructor Jeff Provine leads guests on 75-minute tours through OU's campus sharing his ongoing research into OU's many legends.
Two tours are scheduled for Oct. 12 and 19. Advance registration is required. Additional tour dates are announced monthly. The tours are free, but donations are accepted to benefit Children's Advocacy Centers of Oklahoma
For more information visit ou.edu/content/visit/tours.html.
Mummy and Son dances
Dance the night away with mom during the City of Norman's Mummy and Son Masquerade or the City of Moore's Mummy and Son Dance, both on Oct. 25.
Two dances are scheduled in Norman 6-7:30 p.m. and 8-9:30 p.m. at the 12th Avenue Recreation Center. Tickets are $5 per person. For more information call 405-292-7275 or visit normanfun.com.
Two dances are scheduled in Moore 6-7:30 p.m. and 8-9:30 p.m. at the Moore Community Center. Tickets are $5 per person. For more information visit cityofmoore.com/mummy-and-son-dance-0.


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Weatherford Democrat
— From Staff Reports
SPRINGTOWN – A Garland man is dead and three Parker County sheriff's deputies have been placed on routine administrative leave, the results of the deadly end to a manhunt and standoff Tuesday morning southeast of Springtown.
Winford Raynard Watkins, 44, died apparently from a gunshot wound to the chest fired by deputies inside a home on Cindy Lane where Watkins allegedly hid after running from a deputy Monday afternoon.
Watkins, with a lengthy criminal history, was a fugitive wanted in Collin County where he had been sentenced in absentia to 45 years in prison in a burglary case.
Watkins ran to the home of someone he knew, though the resident was not home at the time, according to reports. Watkins reportedly hid in the attic of the home overnight until about 5 a.m. Tuesday, when he came down.
Parker County Sheriff Larry Fowler said deputies were in the hallway and, as Watkins tried to fire his gun at them, they acted first, firing at Watkins.
"He came down without saying a word, just slithered out of that crawl space, and pointed his gun at us," Fowler told KXAS-TV. "He was trying to get a shot off. He didn't. We did."
Watkins then went into a bathroom and a couple of more hours past before authorities were able to determine he was dead.
The ordeal began when Watkins' vehicle, occupied by himself and his wife, Dawn Charlene Watkins, 46, of Weatherford, was stopped by a deputy before 2 p.m. Monday on Midway Road after a check on a license plate showed an issue with the vehicle registration. Watkins began acting erratically, according to Fowler, who said Watkins began screaming, "I'm not going back, I'm not going back."
Watkins got out of the vehicle with a bunch of papers and pulled out what appeared to be a gun, according to Fowler, who said the deputy backed up and ordered the man to put the weapon down. Fowler said Watkins then began waving the weapon around.
Watkins then reportedly grabbed a lug wrench out of the vehicle and began beating on the window of the deputy's patrol vehicle, unsuccessfully attempting to break the glass. There was a loaded AR-15 on the seat of the patrol vehicle, the sheriff said. The deputy reportedly fired his weapon at Watkins but apparently missed, officials said.
Watkins then led deputies on a short pursuit to the end of Cindy Lane, where deputies reportedly saw him run from the vehicle into a grove of trees. A bloodhound was used to track Watkins' scent as officers, including a special weapons and tactics teams and a helicopter descended on the area.
Once officers realized Watkins was in the home, gas was released inside the house around 7 p.m. Monday, according to Fowler. However, the gas failed to force Watkins out.
Dawn Charlene Watkins, who also goes by Dawn Charlene Pratt, was arrested on outstanding warrants issued by Carrollton police for possession of drug paraphernalia and theft under $50. She was released early Tuesday afternoon from the Parker County Jail after paying fines totaling $840.
The Texas Rangers are conducting an investigation into deputies' use of deadly force. Winford Watkins' body was reportedly transferred to the Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office.


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Yes indeed! This snake's rattle tail was buzz'n loud and clear and friend Mike stopped dead in his tracks and said "Do you hear that, Burt?" and then we adjusted our route through the boulders accordingly.
So cool!
Near the cut-off from the Potholes Trail?
Correct Doug. Along the cut off between Potholes trail and Minor Mass but closer to MM then the PH Trail. The low cut off that starts at the only actual switch back on PH Trail and the recently downed big old dead tree.
The biggest rattlers I've seen were all at Devil's Lake. One day there was a huge one sitting in a small tree right next to the trail under Upper D. Sat there all day watching the climbers and the hikers going by. At the end of the day we moved him into the woods but the next day he was right back in his perch.


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Date: November 14, 2009
BRUNSWICK, Maine --- The Colby College football team will have to settle for a tie for the Colby-Bates-Bowdoin (CBB) Championship after the Polar Bears scored 26 points in the second half on the way to a 32-27 win over the Mules on Saturday.
The Mules took a win over Bates College two weeks ago, but the Bobcats defeated Bowdoin last Saturday. Colby (4-4) could have won the title outright with a victory Saturday. The Bowdoin victory means the first CBB tie since the 1995 season.
Colby seniors Roger Bel, Stephen Carroll, Chris Copeland, Michael Cuqua, Matt Fait, Lamont Henry, Brian Leighton, Connor McKenna, Dan Prunier, Matt Quinlan, Carl Richards, Ben Robinson, Peter Scheve, and Casey Sullivan all played their final games Saturday.
Tyler Tennant had two second-half interceptions that both led to touchdowns to spark Bowdoin (3-5). The Polar Bears had just received a 25-yard field goal from Bill Donahue to cut the Colby lead to 14-9 with 10:09 to play in the third quarter. Tennant then intercepted a pass at the Colby 45 and returned it 43 yards to the 2-yard line. Bowdoin quarterback Oliver Kell rushed in from 1 yard out to put Bowdoin up for good at 15-14 (the two-point conversion failed).
Tennant came up with his second pick at the Bowdoin 32 after Matt Hellinger had given Colby good field position with a 38-yard kickoff return. Tennant returned it to the Bowdoin 42-yard line and the Polar Bears drove for another score to make it 22-14. Kell had four completions on the drive, but it was running back Nick Tom with a 25-yard touchdown run for the score.
The Polar Bears kept up the momentum and went up 29-14 when Tom rushed in from 35 yards out with 13:55 left in the fourth quarter.
The Mules refused to give up and countered with a 35-yard scoring pass from Nick Kmetz to Spencer Merwin, the second of three scores on the day for the sophomore tight end. The Polar Bears had to punt deep in their own territory and kicked to the Bowdoin 45 where Connor Walsh returned the punt 10 yards to the 35. Kmetz hooked up with Merwin on the next play.
Bowdoin once again seemed to put the game away when Donahue kicked a 20-yard field goal for a 32-21 lead with 2:53 left in the contest, but the Mules bounced back again with a quick score. Hellinger had another 38-yard kickoff return to give the Mules good field position and Colby used just 50 seconds to go 42 yards in five plays. Merwin caught his third touchdown on a 23-yard pass from Kmetz, but the Mules missed on the two-point conversion to make it 32-27.
Colby forced Bowdoin to punt the ball away in the final two minutes, but Donahue nailed a 36-yard punt to the Mules 2-yard line to force a 98-yard drive for a touchdown with just 1:21 to play. Colby made it to midfield before time ran out in the game.
Merwin had his best collegiate day with five catches for 99 yards and the three touchdowns. Kmetz finished at 16-for-33 with three touchdowns and ran 18 times for 51 yards and one score. Prunier had 61 yards of rushing for the Mules.
Kell had 168 yards passing, including 112 yards on 10 catches by Pat Noone. Tom had 18 carries for 114 yards and the two scores, while Kell finished with nine rushes for 39 yards and one touchdown. Bowdoin had a slight 388-353 advantage in total yards.
Copeland led all tacklers with 13 for Colby, while Tennant had eight stops for Bowdoin.
The Mules' offense, with 84 points in the past three games heading into the Bowdoin contest, had a 171-129 advantage in total yards in the first half. However, Colby needed to go just six yards to go up 7-0 after Philip Amato recovered a fumble on the Bowdoin 6-yard line by punt returner Noone. Kmetz ran in from 6 yards out on the next play and the Mules were up 7-0 after a good extra point by David Bendit.
Bowdoin used 7:09 off the clock and drove 75 yards in 18 plays to make the score 7-6 on a 1-yard pass play from Kell to Justin Starr. However, the Polar Bears had the extra point blocked and Colby still led.
The Mules made it a 14-6 game at halftime when Merwin hauled in a 13-yard pass for a score from Kmetz. Colby overcame two holding calls on the drive, the second wiping out a 25-yard touchdown run by Conor Tidgwell. Kmetz hit Tidgwell on a 14-yard pass play and Kmetz had a 9-yard run to get the ball to the Bowdoin 11. After a loss of 2 yards on a play, Kmetz found Merwin for the score.
Bowdoin 32, Colby 27
Colby............... 7 7 0 13 - 27 Record: (4-4,4-4)
Bowdoin............. 0 6 16 10 - 32 Record: (3-5,3-5)
Scoring Summary:
1st 09:54 COLFB09 - Nick Kmetz 6 yd run (David Bendit kick), 1-6 0:04, COLFB09 7 - BOW 0
2nd 12:09 BOW - J. Starr 1 yd pass from O. Kell (B. Donahue kick blockd), 18-75 7:09, COLFB09 7 - BOW 6
05:25 COLFB09 - Spencer Merwin 13 yd pass from Nick Kmetz (David Bendit kick), 11-49 6:34, COLFB09 14 - BOW 6
3rd 10:09 BOW - B. Donahue 25 yd field goal, 13-63 4:46, COLFB09 14 - BOW 9
07:48 BOW - O. Kell 1 yd run (O. Kell pass failed), 2-2 0:40, COLFB09 14 - BOW 15
04:06 BOW - N. Tom 25 yd run (B. Donahue kick), 8-67 2:27, COLFB09 14 - BOW 22
4th 13:55 BOW - N. Tom 35 yd run (B. Donahue kick), 3-53 0:57, COLFB09 14 - BOW 29
07:11 COLFB09 - Spencer Merwin 35 yd pass from Nick Kmetz (David Bendit kick), 1-35 0:09, COLFB09 21 - BOW 29
02:53 BOW - B. Donahue 20 yd field goal, 8-60 4:12, COLFB09 21 - BOW 32
01:53 COLFB09 - Spencer Merwin 23 yd pass from Nick Kmetz (Nick Kmetz pass failed), 5-42 0:50, COLFB09 27 - BOW 32
Passes Att-Comp-Int........... 33-16-2 33-20-0
Fumble Returns-Yards.......... 0-0 0-0
Punt Returns-Yards............ 2-14 2-13
Kickoff Returns-Yards......... 7-182 4-53
Interception Returns-Yards.... 0-0 2-53
Punts (Number-Avg)............ 3-29.7 3-35.0
Fumbles-Lost.................. 2-1 1-1
Penalties-Yards............... 5-30 4-34
Possession Time............... 32:14 27:46
Third-Down Conversions........ 6 of 18 6 of 14
Fourth-Down Conversions....... 4 of 6 2 of 3
Red-Zone Scores-Chances....... 2-3 4-4
Sacks By: Number-Yards........ 0-0 4-28
RUSHING: Colby-Dan Prunier 13-61; Nick Kmetz 18-51; Michael Cuqua 5-16; Connor
Walsh 2-12; Conor Tidgwell 3-5. Bowdoin-N. Tom 18-114; O. Kell 9-39; J. Lathrop
4-26; I. Vieira 4-3; R.J. Shea 1-0; M. Moran 1-minus 4.
PASSING: Colby-Nick Kmetz 16-33-2-208. Bowdoin-O. Kell 19-31-0-168; R.J. Shea
RECEIVING: Colby-Spencer Merwin 5-99; Dan Prunier 3-19; Connor Walsh 2-32; Conor
Tidgwell 2-19; Matt Hellinger 1-12; Michael Cuqua 1-11; Patrick Burns 1-9; Cody
Anderson 1-7. Bowdoin-P. Noone 10-112; N. Tom 4-53; M. Moran 3-26; P. Hinman
1-10; J. Lathrop 1-8; J. Starr 1-1.
INTERCEPTIONS: Colby-None. Bowdoin-T. Tennant 2-53.
FUMBLES: Colby-Nick Kmetz 2-1. Bowdoin-P. Noone 1-1.
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No national coverage of Gatlinburg Tea Party?
You won't find much, if any, at Yahoo News or Google News. Perhaps the attendees didn't fit the profile. None here, either. Didn't see any here. Or here.
Mike, if we want to watch crazy old white people, we can always find them at Fox News, 24/7/365!
Perhaps the lack of relevance to anything that sane people believe would explain the lack of coverage. Seriously, why would the national media devote one column inch to such buffoonery? I don't even get your fascination with these nuts - I understand you've got to write about something, but uneducated, ignorant racists usually only make good satire, not news.
was it just 200 people?
Hopefully most of them came for the buffet.
I don't even know why they deserve the local news...nothing but ignorants
I don't even know why they deserve the local news...nothing but ignorants
Would they even be in Gatlinburg if not for the big, bad Federal government-created Great Smoky Mountain National Park?
Snark aside about the Tea Party, I don't know why one would expect much national coverage on this gathering as it was billed as a statewide convention not a national one.
Wouldn't it be the same as expecting national coverage for the state FFA convention or, if you prefer, a statewide gathering of local NRA chapters?
While the Tea Party movement (or is it movements) is a subject of national interest, I don't think it is realistic to think the NYT, CNN, et al., to cover every gathering.
The Opryland event billed itself as a national gathering (which was part of the internal controversy it suffered) and brought in a significant national celebrity as a keynote speaker. For better or worse, it deserved national coverage. The Gatlinburg event likely deserved better local and statewide coverage. However, I don't know if it received much different treatment than a statewide meeting of the GOP or TNDP. Whether that's a good thing or not is a matter for debate.
what is worth local and state coverage is that state's leading Republicans consider this group of TP'ers a must have - Haslam, Wamp and Ramsey plus another Rep. candidate and 3 Independents made sure to show up and speak and seek support.


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A new self-serve frozen yogurt shop is set to open on Smithtown's Main Street.
Nestled between and will be Yogurtini. A sign on the storefront states the business will open in August.
Yogurtini, according to the company website, offers 10-16 flavors in each store daily with more than 65 toppings at the toppings bar. The website also states the stores could carry flavors such as Classic Vanilla and Chelsey's Cheesecake, and new favorites like Mango, Green Tea Tart, Acai Tart, and more.
A sign on the door of the soon-to-be eatery states they are currently hiring, and inquiries could be made to email@example.com.
Emails for information on the store were not returned by time of publication.
The yogurt shop is set to open in an area with two other similar businesses – in the Branch Shopping Center and in the shopping center.


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Workshop - Avoiding Death by PowerPoint
Workshop Description
Why not develop PowerPoint presentations that engage and encourage students to learn? This workshop will cover both the technical and pedagogical aspects of successful PowerPoint design, and is aimed at educators interested in enhancing their students' lecture experience and learning resources.
Intended Audience
The "Avoiding Death by PowerPoint" workshop is aimed at those who are familiar with PowerPoint but would like to explore new ways of teaching and presenting effectively with it. The workshop looks beyond just the "how to" use of the software.
Intended Outcomes
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify features of effective presentations;
- Understand and apply design principles;
- Use PowerPoint to support student learning;
- Use templates, menus and shortcuts during a presentation;
- Insert and present with multimedia (MP3, YouTube, animations)
Afternoon Session:
Tuesday 28/02/12 - (2:00pm - 3:30pm)
Morning Session:
Wednesday 29/02/12 - (10am - 11:30am)
Economics and Business Building H69 - Computer Lab 4
To register please email: firstname.lastname@example.com indicating the session time and email or bring an existing PowerPoint presentation along.


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The family and estate of a man killed in a January house fire has filed a $1 million wrongful death claim against the city of Scottsbluff and its fire department.
The January 26th fire killed 92-year-old Salome Blanco Sr. His wife, Ramona, escaped the blaze.
Scottsbluff attorney Maren Chaloupka is representing the Blanco family. In the claim, it states firefighters were unreasonably delayed in responding to the fire and were inadequately equipped.
Fire Marshall's say that hot ashes from a stove were not properly disposed of, and ignited the back porch of the home. The fire scorched one side of the Blanco's home, as well as a neighboring home.
The claim offers a settlement proposal of $1 million.
The claim signals the family is prepared to sue. If the claim is denied or no action is taken within six months, the family may then file a lawsuit.
Scottsbluff City Manager Rick Kuckkahn says he cannot comment on the tort claim.


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2012 Chicago Auto Show best bets
2013 Buick Encore
New entry-level, 5-passenger companion to the much bigger (33 inches longer) 8-passenger Buick Enclave crossover. Built on a modified compact Chevy Sonic platform, it's powered by a 1.4-liter, 140-horsepower, turbocharged four-cylinder engine, same as Sonic. The front passenger seat folds flat to increase cargo capacity. But small doesn't mean spartan. Standard or available features in this upscale crossover include leather heated power front seats, heated steering wheel, Bose premium sound system, Buick IntelliLink smartphone connectivity with Bluetooth hands-free calling and music streaming, navigation system, 10 air bags, traction and stability control, OnStar telematics, backup camera, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and front and rear park assist, remote vehicle start, and rain-sensing wipers. Encore goes on sale in the first quarter of 2013.
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Now that the state budget is law, the Village staff is sorting through how the state budget cuts will affect the Village's bottomline.
And the general consensus is: it's not as bad as they thought, but it's still bad.
Initially Village officials said they would be losing 50 percent of their state shared revenue, 15 percent of their highway money and all recycling dollars.
Tom Lebak, the Village Administrator, said highway aids were originally expected to decrease by $137,406, but they learned the decrease would be $91,604. In 2011, the Village is expected to receive about $1 million in Highway Aid. Shared revenue will decrease by $342,662, a 36 percent decrease. In 2011, the Village is expected to receive $944,115.
"So the decrease really averages out to about a 25 percent decrease in state shared revenue and highway aids," Lebak said.
In total, the Village lost $500,000 of its $9.3 million operating budget.
The initial state budget proposal also called for cutting recycling payments to local municipalities, but that funding was restored.
Village officials can now look at ways to adjust to the revenue loss, but that represents only half of the budget crunch. If costs increase, the Village might have a bigger hole to fill.
To offset the revenue loss, the state wanted public employees to pay 10 percent of their health insurance premiums and contribute to their pensions. But Village employees already pay 10 percent of their health insurance premium.
While the Village budget usually isn't approved until fall, Lebak said they are looking at these budget issues now.
Correction: This version corrects the previous version, which should have stated that the Village of Caledonia union employees, except police and fire employees, would pay 5.8 percent of their pension into the Wisconsin Retirement System.


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Two teenagers are being charged with multiple accounts of assault with a dangerous weapon after on Thursday around 9 p.m. Andover Police and the District Attorney are still investigating the incident and both teenagers are on house arrest, complete with monitoring bracelets.
Readers provided feedback after the article was published and some said that this incident made them not want to walk around downtown, while others said it has no bearing on their visits to downtown.
Does this incident make you feel any less safe in downtown Andover? Please share your opinions in more detail in the comments section below.


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No hard questions about purposely lying to the American people about the YouTube video or the Benghazi cover-up or the secret arms deal that let weapons fall into the hands of al-Qaeda linked rebels. Just more media cheer-leading for Obama.
From The Hill:
President Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton defended their foreign policy record in the middle East, saying in an interview aired Sunday that they wisely chose not to "shoot from the hip."
In a joint interview aired on CBS's "60 Minutes," the president and secretary of State said the United States has not retreated from the world stage, a charge made by critics urging the Obama administration to do more to intervene in Syria and take a tougher stance with Egypt's President Mohamed Morsi, a member of the Muslim Brotherhood.
The Middle East is more dangerous under Obama than at any other time in recent history.
Obama cited both Egypt and Libya as instances where his administration played a leading role, saying that former Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi "probably does not agree with that assessment" of U.S. retreat.
Obama was pulled into the Libyan conflict after France and the UK were already there. Always leading from behind. How has that Libya deal worked out? Gadhafi is dead but now Islamic terrorists are in control.
"We do nobody a service when we leap before we look, where we take on things without having thought through all the consequences of it," Obama said in the interview.
Except when the administration leaped to fraudulently blame a YouTube video for the attack and won't allow more than 20 survivors to be interviewed. Egypt is controlled by the Muslim Brotherhood (al-Qaeda linked) and Obama sends them American F-16 fighter jets and tanks. Syria is in the midst of a civil war between President Assad and Syrian rebels. Iran is closer to producing a nuclear bomb and Northern Africa is now al-Qaeda's headquarters. Americans have been killed by Islamic terrorists in Libya and Algiers.
Is this what "success" looks like under these idiots foreign policy.
John Kerry Throws President Obama, Susan Rice and Hillary Clinton Under the Bus…Claims Intelligent Reports He Saw Show No Protests In Benghazi (Video)
Posted in Political Issues, tagged Benghazi, Hillary Clinton, Libya, President Obama, Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass), Susan Rice, YouTube video on January 24, 2013 | 2 Comments »
So Kerry admits that they all lied?
Obama blamed the YouTube video:
Susan Rice blamed the YouTube video:
Hillary Clinton blamed the YouTube video and lied under oath by claiming she didn't:
Perjury: Hillary Clinton Claims She Did Not Blame YouTube Video for Benghazi Attack (Video)
Posted in Political Issues, tagged Benghazi, Hillary Clinton, Libya, perjury, YouTube video on January 24, 2013 | 1 Comment »
Lying is a prerequisite for all in the Obama regime.
From Fox News:
[...]Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) pressed her on the anti-Islamic video that was originally blamed for the attack. "When you briefed us, you said unequivocally this was a result of a video and I remember in fact you got pretty upset about it when somebody suggested this was a terrorist attack."
Clinton said, "I did not say … that it was about the video for Libya, it certainly was for many of the other places where we were watching these disturbances."
Here is Hillary blaming the YouTube video, just as Obama did during his UN speech:
I guess perjury charges will be filed shortly.
Clinton Has Talked to Only 1 American Benghazi Survivor in 4 Months; Talked to None in Wake of Attack; Said FBI Needed to Question Them First
Posted in Political Issues, tagged Al-Qaeda, Benghazi, Benghazi survivors, FBI, Libya, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on January 24, 2013 | Leave a Comment »
They're not really trying to find answers. They're just trying to stall the truth from escaping.
(CNSNews.com) – In the aftermath of the terrorist attack on the U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, on Sept. 11, five State Department Diplomatic Security agents who were in Benghazi that day and survived the attack were evacuated from the country and taken to Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany.
All five had suffered from smoke inhalation, and one was seriously wounded.
Under questioning from Sen. Ron Johnson (R.-Wis.) in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton revealed that she has spoken to only one of the American survivors who was evacuated from Libya after the Benghazi attack. Presumably, this was one of the five Diplomatic Security officers who fought off the terrorists at the State Department's Benghazi Special Mission Compound on Sept. 11 and who lived to be able to report as eyewitnesses about what had happened there that day.
The Obama administration has not yet publicly named a single one of these five surviving State Department heroes.
In fact, the only American witnesses to the Benghazi attack who have been named by the Obama administration are the four whom the terrorists killed–Amb. Chris Stevens, State Department Information Management Officer Sean Smith, and former Navy SEALs Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty, who were working for the CIA, not for Clinton's State Department.
During Benghazi Testimony, Hillary Clinton Refers to Hollywood Movie "Argo" to Explain Why No Marines Were at Embassy (Video)
Posted in Political Issues, tagged Argo, Benghazi, Hillary Clinton, Marines, US Embassy on January 24, 2013 | 1 Comment »
How inept is she? What the hell is a "Marine house?" Why is she referring to a Hollywood movie during her testimony about the mistakes and lies surrounding Benghazi?
H/T to Weekly Standard
Sen. Rand Paul Grills Hillary Clinton Over "Failure of Leadership" and "Unavailability" That Lead to the Deaths of 4 Americans (Video)
Posted in Political Issues, tagged Benghazi, failure of leadership, Hillary Clinton, Libya, Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY), US Embassy on January 23, 2013 | 1 Comment »
Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) points out Hillary Clinton's failure as Clinton grins.
CBS's Attkisson: Obama Admin. Has Stonewalled on Benghazi Since October…Refuses to Answer FOIA Requests
Posted in Political Issues, tagged Al-Qaeda, Benghazi, CBS, CIA, Defense Department, FBI, Freedom of Information Act, Hillary Clinton, President Obama, Sharyl Attkisson, State Department, US Ambassador Christopher Stevens on January 23, 2013 | 1 Comment »
Cover-ups are fine with the liberal media as long as they are committed by like-minded Democrats.
From Newsbusters.org:
On Tuesday, CBS's Sharyl Attkisson broke on Twitter that the Obama administration "has indicated that it will not be answering Benghazi question we've been asking since Oct." Attkisson, who has provided hard-hitting reporting on the September 11, 2012 Islamist attack on the U.S. consulate in Libya, listed many of the questions that the executive branch has yet to answer about the story.
The journalist noted in a later Tweet that "CBS News FOI'd Benghazi info from State Dept, CIA, FBI and Defense Dept. None has been provided." Attkisson also pointed out a false claim by the administration:
Additionally, CBS News has repeatedly requested the promised surveillance video from Benghazi but it has not been provided. We've also asked for any White House photos taken that night, as well as an accounting of Pres. Obama's decisions and actions. None has been provided….At a press conference 11/14/12, President Obama stated that his Admin. has provided all info regarding 'what happened in Benghazi.'
Attkisson is one of the only MSM reporters who reported on Fast & Furious. She also so some very great questions that the White House and Hillary won't answer…
[...]What time was Ambassador's Stevens' body recovered, what are the known details surrounding his disappearance and death, including where he/his body was taken/found/transported and by whom?
Who made the decision not to convene the Counterterrorism Security Group (CSG) the night of the Benghazi attacks?
We understand that convening the CSG a protocol under Presidential directive ("NSPD-46″). Is that true? If not, please explain. [If] so, why was the protocol not followed? Is the Administration revising the applicable Presidential directive? If so, please explain.
Who is the highest-ranking official who was aware of pre-911 security requests from US personnel in Libya?
Be sure to check out the 22 questions Attkisson would like answered>>>
Clinton Publicly Linked Benghazi to Video Before Woods and Doherty Were Killed
Posted in Political Issues, tagged 9/11 attack, Al-Qaeda, Benghazi, CIA, cover-up, Glen Doherty, Hillary Clinton, Libya, Libyan rebels, MPADs, Qatar, State Department, Tyrone Woods, US weapons, YouTube video on January 9, 2013 | Leave a Comment »
The cover-up continues to be exposed. The Obama regime lied..time and time again. They hid links to al-Qaeda. They secretly agreed to let US arms fall into the hands of al-Qaeda linked Libyan rebels (via Qatar). Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty were looking for these weapons. They were killed due to Obama and Hillary's incompetence and lust to arm Islamic terrorists.
On the night of Sept. 11, 2012 — before former Navy SEALs Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty were killed by a terrorist mortar strike — Secretary of State Hillary Clinton released a public statement linking the attack against the U.S. diplomatic mission in Benghazi, Libya, with an anti-Muslim video, which she referred to as "inflammatory material posted on the Internet."
Clinton's statement, still posted on State's website, is dated Sept. 11, 2012, and headlined: "Statement on the Attack in Benghazi."
The statement first notes that a State Department officer had been killed in Benghazi — an apparent reference to Information Management Officer Sean Smith, whose body had been recovered at the U.S. mission in Benghazi by U.S. security officers by about 5:30 p.m. Washington, D.C., time on Sept. 11 — or 11:30 p.m. Benghazi time.
The statement then talks about Clinton's communications that night with Libya's president and refers to what Clinton calls "inflammatory material posted on the Internet."
"I condemn in the strongest terms the attack on our mission in Benghazi today," Clinton said in the statement. "As we work to secure our personnel and facilities, we have confirmed that one of our State Department officers was killed. We are heartbroken by this terrible loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and those who have suffered in this attack.
"This evening, I called Libyan President Magariaf to coordinate additional support to protect Americans in Libya," Clinton continued. "President Magariaf expressed his condemnation and condolences and pledged his government's full cooperation.
"Some have sought to justify this vicious behavior as a response to inflammatory material posted on the Internet," Clinton said. "The United States deplores any intentional effort to denigrate the religious beliefs of others. Our commitment to religious tolerance goes back to the very beginning of our nation. But let me be clear: There is never any justification for violent acts of this kind."
[...]However, the Associated Press first published a story quoting Clinton's statement at 10:58 p.m. Eastern time on Sept. 11.
The AP released a story that night datelined Cairo, written by Maggie Michael and Sarah El Deeb, and carrying the headline, "American killed in Libya protest over film." The story noted that Clinton had confirmed that "one State Department officer had been killed in the protest at the U.S. consulate in Benghazi." It also quoted directly from Clinton's statement: "Some have sought to justify this vicious behavior as a response to inflammatory material posted on the Internet."
The Associated Press' Media Relations office confirmed to me that the AP first published its version of this story quoting Clinton's statement at 10:58 p.m. Eastern time on Sept. 11.
A CIA timeline of the Benghazi events provided by a senior U.S. intelligence official, the Senate Homeland Security Committee's report on Benghazi and the State Department's own Accountability Review Board Report all indicate that Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty were killed at the U.S. "Annex" in Benghazi sometime between about 5:14 a.m. and 5:26 a.m. Benghazi time on Sept. 12. That would be between 11:14 p.m. and 11:26 p.m. on Sept. 11 in Washington, D.C. — or at least 16 minutes after the AP reported Clinton's statement.
NBC's Top Science Reporter Questions Hillary Clinton's Suspicious Blood Clot Treatment Story
Posted in Political Issues, tagged Benghazi, BenghaziGate, blood clot, blood thinner, Hillary Clinton, Robert Bazell on December 31, 2012 | 5 Comments »
It's a vast left-wing conspiracy to hide the truth about Benghazi and to keep Hillary from testifying under oath.
From Politico:
The top science reporter for NBC News raised questions Monday about Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's hospitalization, raising the possibility the blood clot causing isn't linked to an earlier concussion.
"It's not exactly clear what is happening with Secretary Clinton's health," NBC News chief science and health correspondent Robert Bazell said.
"All we have is a statement from her office. The hospital isn't saying anything and the statement from her says that she had this blood clot that stemmed from the concussion and she's being treated with blood-thinning drugs," Bazell continued. "The problem is that usually when blood clots come from concussions, they can't be treated with blood [thinners.] So either it's not really related to the concussion and she's got a blood clot in her leg or something, or there's something else going on that we're not being told. And right now, we're just sort of seeking that clarification and hoping for the best as she's being observed."


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The Piedmont region of northern Italy offers great locales for winter sports vacations.
Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy for Romantics
About's guide to Honeymoons and Romantic Getaways suggests a romantic place for skiing and eating with a couple hotel suggestions.
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Mrs. Velma Lee Kearney Taylor died Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at the age of 80. After a long and difficult illness she passed peacefully while at her home.
Mrs. Taylor is survived by her husband of 62 years, Edward Taylor; daughter, Rhonda Carlile and husband, Ron; son, Reynold Taylor and wife, Cathy; granddaughters, Ragen Carlile and husband, Will Catterson, and Rayne Carlile and husband, Zouheir Boussaid; great-granddaughter, Addilee Catterson; a brother, Joshua Kearney; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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The family will receive friends 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 8, 2013 at Taylor-Tyson Funeral Service and other times at the residence.
Graveside Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 9, 2013 at the Snow Hill Cemetery.
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[New Pi Wellness Lead & Registered Dietician Anissa Bourgeacq knows all about the importance of eating colorful, seasonal food. Enjoy her guest post on granola her kids love to help make! -- Allison]
It's October: the days are cooling down, and the leaves are turning into those beautiful shades of orange, yellow, and red. This change always reminds me of the importance of including colorful foods in my meals every day. October also brings chilly football games, back to school activities, and cozy movie nights with family and friends. What better way to eat your fall colors and have a quick, hearty, and healthy snack than granola?
The pumpkin and dried cranberries in this recipe make it seasonal in every sense of the word. What says "October" more than its shining star, the pumpkin? (Don't forget to roast those Jack-O-Lantern pumpkin seeds!) This granola goes great with yogurt, over warm oatmeal, or straight out of a bowl. Put some in a baggie for a quick snack, while you're taking the kids to practice, or bring a bowl along to your next tailgate.
Pumpkin's orange color means it has high antioxidant content. The puree offers lutein and zeaxanthin, both of which support vision health. Pumpkin also is a source of beta-carotene, which correlates with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. It's also a powerhouse when it comes to vitamin A, K, and B.
Embrace this October by making a big batch of granola! It's a perfect start to eating your colors of fall.
Pumpkin Granola
Makes 10 Servings
• Serving Size: ½ cup • Calories: 196 • Fat: 7.2 g • Protein: 4.5 g
½ c. pumpkin puree
2 T. coconut oil, melted
1 ½ t. vanilla extract
¼ c. agave nectar or maple syrup
1 t. ground cinnamon
½ t. ground ginger
½ t. ground nutmeg
4 c. rolled oats
¼-½ c. pecans, chopped (optional)
¼-½ c. dried cranberries
Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a bowl, mix together pumpkin, oil, vanilla, agave/maple, and spices.
Add pecans and oats, stir to coat well, and spread evenly over two parchment-covered cookie sheets.
Bake 20-30 minutes, until desired crunchiness is achieved, stirring and rotating every 10 minutes.
Cool, then stir in cranberries and store in an airtight container.


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May 22, 2013
Charlottesville is becoming safer, according to crime statistics released this week.
Several violent crimes were down in 2012 compared to 2011. The overall crime rate fell six percent.
Rapes were down 29percent in Charlottesville, while other forcible sex offenses dropped 26 percent. Robberies in the area fell 17 percent.
Charlottesville Police Lieutenant Ronnie Roberts says officers are working harder to prevent crimes, instead of just responding to them.
"We began to look at that and focus on a particular area where they are happening at, by crime trends, and of course those cases that have been reported and strategically locating officers in those areas to work on a special project."
The news wasn't all good, though.
The number of aggravated assaults went up 34 percent, and burglaries increased 38 percent.
Statewide, Virginia experienced a three percent decline in murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault.
Fraud offenses in the Commonwealth increased by 7.5 percent when compared to 2011.