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In the past, for diverse reasons that may include under diagnosis and environmental factors, asthma appeared to be uncommon. As such, Armed forces could afford the luxury of turning away asthmatic recruits, who were otherwise relatively few in number. However, high rates of asthma in many countries present significant challenges to recruitment policy. Indeed, with adult prevalence rates as high as 14-16% in Australia and the United Kingdom (1), and rising trends in many other nations, there is a need to formulate a strategy to address this problem. The demand for manpower has to be accompanied by systems to screen for unsuitable candidates. The reality is that there have been, there are, and there will continue to be asthmatics in the military.
Historically, there has often been a blanket policy of excluding asthmatics altogether. In some nations, even a vague history of childhood asthma would exclude a potential enlistee. This is despite the evidence that two-thirds of childhood asthmatics will be relatively asymptomatic in adulthood (2). One problem is that great weight is placed on the history given by the enlistee, which is not always accurate. Given the uncertainty, there is a role for a structured screening program with the aim of differentiating asthmatics from non-asthmatics, identifying high-risk asthmatics, and possibly selecting well-controlled asthmatics who can perform their roles safely and adequately.
There is published evidence regarding employment of asthmatics and the use of a screening process in enlistment. In a British Army study, the introduction of structured screening led to a reduction in rate of discharge from 50 per year in 1985 to 34 per year in 1994 (3). An U.S. Marine Corp and Navy (USMC/USN) cohort study showed similar findings (4). In both studies, the screening process comprised several layers: a detailed history, physical examination, spirometrie test (including bronchoprovocation test) and exercise challenge testing.
In contrast, attrition rates were higher when structured screening was not utilized (5, 6). The authors of two British Army studies concluded that between 68% and 80% of recruits could have been identified prior to enlistment if a screening exercise test had been done (5,6).
It seems plausible that some well-controlled asthmatics can function well, especially in vocations that do not demand a high level of physical fitness. So, how do asthmatics perform after enlistment? Case control studies suggest that asthma-related discharges were not significantly higher compared to the general recruit pool, provided risk- stratification was in place. With effect from 1995, the U.S. Department of Defense disqualified individuals who had a history of asthma from entering the military. However, exceptions were made in order to enlarge the potential pool of recruits. Some individuals were allowed to enter active duty after being granted waivers (7). Waivers were granted if individuals had been asymptomatic since the age of 12 years, had successful participation in high school athletics (without asthma symptoms) and were highly motivated. The rate of all-cause discharge at 3 years for asthmatics was 22.0%. This was in fact lower than that of the control group (24.6%), though this was not statistically significant.
Although asthma-related discharges or hospitalizations were higher in the cases compared to the controls (4.3% vs. 0.3%), the differences were not felt to be major. Indeed, the discharges generally occurred early in the enlistee's military career, and most of the discharges were within the first 100 days after commencement of basic training. In the British Army, asthma led to an estimated 29 discharges /100,000 total personnel per year, which works out to be just 1 in 3400 servicemen per year (5).
Review of the literature on Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) is contradictory. Overall, EIB prevalence is as high as 29% in personnel with a history of childhood asthma (8). In a British Army retrospective study, EIB was a significant problem. Sixty percent of asthmatic servicemen attending the Army Chest Centre had experienced exercise induced symptoms and subsequently failed fitness tests (9). Several factors could account for the British Army finding. Firstly, assessment of potential recruits might have been inadequate. Secondly, this group was studied in the 1980s when aggressive use of preventer inhalers was not the norm. However, a prospective U.S. Army study had very different conclusion. Exercise induced bronchoconstriction did not hinder physical performance during basic training. They also found that peak oxygen uptake levels in subjects with EIB at the beginning and at the end of training were neither clinically nor statistically different from those of unaffected subjects (10).
Recruiting asthmatics raises safety issues. Although mortality appears low, it is of prime concern. Deaths from asthma were uncommon at the USMCA/USN recruit training centre at San Diego. They reported 0.23 asthma deaths per year (11). Data from the British Army was similar, and it was found to be 0.25 deaths per year (5). The Israeli Army which comprises of both conscripts and volunteers reported 0.43 deaths per year amongst their entire strength (12). However these studies should be interpreted with caution, as important factors were not reflected in these retrospective series. First of all, ascribing the cause of death as asthma is difficult even with an autopsy. Secondly, sudden fatal asthma is not common, as symptoms develop over days (13). Yet, it is not known if these deaths occurred in only moderate-to-severe asthmatics, and whether management was optimal, and lastly, if remoteness was an obstacle to medical attention. Thirdly, these studies give us a snapshot of management and mortality rates of asthma two to three decades ago. With better asthma stratification, medication and management, mortality has been in decline in developed healthcare systems (1).
Finally, what is the effect of environmental hazards on asthmatics? There is very little data on this aspect. Two studies of the 1991 Gulf War have shown an association between oil fire smoke and dust storm exposure with respiratory symptoms, but a causal association could not be established (14,15).
In conclusion, we believe that mild asthmatics (and those with mild EIB) can serve in the Armed Forces. However, a structured pre-enlistment screening process should be put in place. This must be capable of identifying high-risk individuals who should be excluded. It also has to stratify risk in milder asthmatics. In addition, Armed Forces should devote resources to educate and monitor asthmatics, as well as optimize treatment after enlistment. Management should incorporate treatment in accordance with the latest guidelines, in which the use of preventer medication such as inhaled corticosteroids is the cornerstone. As for EIB, a Cochrane meta-analysis suggests that regular inhaled corticosteroids for at least 4 weeks are effective in achieving control (16).
Asthma in the Armed Forces is difficult, complex but important aspect of military medicine. There are still many unanswered questions. We need to know which screening tests are most effective. We also have to establish that treatment according to guidelines is as effective in military personnel as it is in the general population. Lastly, what are the effects of environmental and occupational exposure amongst military asthmatics? These issues merit greater attention. We appeal for, and eagerly await further high quality studies.
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Joliet West players celebrate winning the Tiger Thanksgiving Classic championship. | Larry Kane~For Sun-Times Media
Joliet West and Bolingbrook will spend the next three months using their tough SouthWest Suburban Blue schedules to get ready for the state tournament.
The two teams spent Thanksgiving week on a collision course in Joliet West's tournament and the early psychological advantage goes to the Tigers after their 63-56 victory Saturday night in the championship of the 3-year-old event.
"This means a whole lot,'' Joliet West's Morris Dunnigan said. "The past three years, we haven't got to play in this first-place game, never even got the chance. It means a lot.''
Dunnigan means everything to Joliet West. The senior point guard scored 13 of his game-high 31 points in the fourth quarter when West outscored Bolingbrook 22-16.
"Morris Dunnigan is a great high school basketball player,'' Joliet West coach Luke Yaklich said. "He has worked so hard to come back from the ACL injury his sophomore year. Finally, he's back to 100 percent.''
"Rebounding and running,'' Dunnigan said when asked what gave West (4-0) the edge. "We run a lot. We had more agility than them. They were getting tired.''
Not Dunnigan. He hit a three-pointer early in the final quarter and then got inside for three baskets, including a driving layup to give West a 56-50 lead with 1 minute, 35 seconds to play. Dunnigan then made four free throws in the final minute.
"He put us on his back there and led us the whole way,'' Yaklich said. "When he plays well, we're going to always play well. That's the bottom line. That's the pressure of being the best player.''
The game was close from beginning to end, tied 15-all after the first quarter and 28-all at halftime. West led 41-40 going into the final period.
A driving layup by Brandon McCullum put West ahead for good 52-50 before two free throws by Carl Terrell (17 points) made it 54-50. McCullum then had a key steal before Dunnigan's basket raised the lead to 56-50.
"I've coached 14 years and I've never coached a tougher kid than Brandon McCullum,'' Yaklich said. "He's the most mentally and physically tough kid I've ever coached.''
Bolingbrook (3-1) was led by Kendall Guyton (20 points) and Ben Moore (16). Part of the Raiders' downfall was going 18-of-34 from the free-throw line.
"There's no excuses. They beat us,'' Bolingbrook coach Rob Brost said. "They played better than us down the stretch. They deserved to win.''
"This is only one battle of three against Bolingbrook,'' Yaklich said. "They have a great team. It's going to be a different game the next two.''
West opens its conference season Friday against defending champion Homewood-Flossmoor.
"This gives us a boost because we already played one of the best teams in our conference,'' Dunnigan said of beating Bolingbrook.
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I get that language evolves, and sometimes I'm okay with it. Certain words in common usage become taboo, and others that used to evoke negativity become fun.
But some things bug me. I hate it when people say they could care less. I don't care if everyone says it that way now, it still makes no sense. If you could care less who wins the SuperBowl, then you'd better put on a jersey and park yourself in front of the TV, friend, because you just said you care. (For those of you who are wrinkling your brow in confusion, the correct phrase is "couldn't care less" by which you mean you don't care at all. Get it?)
The other thing that bugs me is the thoughtless butchering of the phrase, "If you think X, you've got another think coming." I've seen it in print several times in the recent past, and every time the user said "...you've got another thing coming."
Oh? What thing would that be? Brain rot?
I mean, please, people, use your brains. Does that make any sense at all? If the first think is wrong, you need to think again. Thing is ridiculous. I mean, I understand that when we SAY the phrase, the k and the c lock up in our throats and sound like g. But really.
What started me on this rant is that in yesterday's Entertainment Weekly, in an otherwise well-written article, they screwed it up. It's bad enough to see it in occasional e-mail list posts and small-press-published book titles (though it could have been intentional in that one, I don't know). It's another to see it published in internationally acclaimed magazines.
It's not quite a symbol of the downfall of our society. But it is a contributor to the downfall of my good mood.


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Google offering free WiFi at 47 airports
When you're traveling this holiday season, you can enjoy free WiFi at 47 participating airports and on every Virgin America flight. Just bring a WiFi-enabled laptop or mobile device and stay connected to family and friends for free while you travel now through January 15, 2010. -- More. (Via Jack Lail)
Unfortunately, Knoxville's McGhee Tyson Airport is not one of them.


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Reed Sheard, Vice President for College Advancement and Chief Information Officer, joined Westmont in October 2008. He comes from Spring Arbor University in Michigan where he served as vice president and CIO for five years. [more]
Stephen Baker, Associate Vice President for College Advancement, has been in the Development/Advancement field for 26 years. He spent three years directing and managing capital campaigns for Community Counseling Service, an international fundraising [more]
Sandi White, Assistant Vice President of College Advancement, joined the Westmont team in October, 2008. Coming from a background in psychology, education and non-profit fundraising, she enjoys being able to combine these environments into one job. [more]
Alex Nizet, Senior Director of Development, received a B.A. in Philosophy at UC Berkeley and a J.D. from McGeorge School of Law. A licensed attorney in California, Alex went on to receive his Master of Divinity from Yale University. [more]
Janna Mori, Director of Donor Relations, has been at Westmont College since 2003, with responsibility for all aspects of donor and volunteer recognition, acknowledgment, and stewardship, and oversight of [more]
Kenon Neal, Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations, has been associated with Westmont for twenty-five years. As an alumna and former employee in both Residence Life and Alumni and Parent Relations, Kenon brings a deep appreciation [more]
Annette Richards, Regional Director of Development, joined Westmont in January of 2008. She is based in Newport Beach and represents the college in both Orange and San Diego Counties. Annette has a B.A. in Economics and Business from Westmont. [more]
Joy Johnson, Administrative Assistant, joined Westmont in 2003, with many years of administrative assistant experience at Procter & Gamble. Joy provides wonderful support for the Associate Vice President of College Advancement and the Senior Development Director as well as the [more]
Karen Sloan, Administrative Assistant, joined the Office of College Advancement in March 2010, as assistant to Vice President Reed Sheard. She began working at Westmont in April 2007, as the assistant to the Vice President of Administration and Planning as well as part [more]
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Exercise, 10 a.m., Otsego County Senior Meal Center.
Osteoprevention exercise program, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Hartwick Community Center, sponsored by the Otsego County Office for the Aging.
Osteoprevention exercise program, 10 a.m., Laurens Presbyterian Church, sponsored by the Otsego County Office for the Aging.
Office for the Aging, 9 to 5 p.m. weekdays; men's breakfast group meeting, 8 a.m., followed by walk and exercise session; cards, 10:30 a.m.; bingo, 12:30 p.m.; pinochle, 2 to 4 p.m.; Elm Park United Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St.
Osteoprevention exercise program,1:30 p.m., Nader Towers, sponsored by the Otsego County Office for the Aging.
Wells Bridge
Osteoprevention exercise programs, 10 a.m., Wells Bridge Fire Hall, sponsored by the Otsego County Office for the Aging.
West Oneonta
West Oneonta Senior Citizens, noon, recreation rooms, Baptist Church. Bring dish to pass, table service.
Exercise class, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10:45 p.m., Coby Room, Golding Park.
Bridge, 9:30 a.m., conference room, Clark Sports Center.
Bingo and games, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Windy Hill Senior Center, Coventry Town Hall, 1839 State Highway 235.
Stamford-Harpersfield Senior Citizens, 10 a.m., Hobart Community Hall.
Community Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tai Chi, 10 to 11 a.m.
New Berlin
Cards and puzzles, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Unadilla Valley Senior Activity Center, Terrace Heights Center, Terrace Heights.
Cards, puzzles and trivia, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Senior Center, First Baptist Church, 10 W. Park Place.
Senior Swim, 1:30 to 2 p.m., YMCA, Ford Avenue, Otsego County residents only.
Arthritis Foundation Water Exercise, 9:15 to 10 a.m., YMCA, 20-26 Ford Ave. Instructor: Christiana Gomez Frye. For info: 432-0010.
Open bowling for seniors, 1 p.m., Holiday Lanes Family Recreation Center. For info: 432-2540.
Otsego County of Senior Citizens site council, 11 a.m., Elm Park United Methodist Church.
Exercise, 10 to 11 a.m., cards, 10:30 a.m., bingo, 12:30 p.m., Elm Park United Methodist Church.


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A critical component of any PO is the development of project management standards. Standards foster teamwork by creating a common language. However, developing excessive standards in the form of policies and procedures may be a mistake because it may not be possible to create policies and procedures that cover every possible situation on every possible project. In addition, the time, money, and people required to develop rigid policy and procedure standards would make PO implementation unlikely because of head-count requirements.
Forms and checklists can be prepared in a template format such that the information can be used on a multitude of projects. Templates should be custom-designed for a specific organization rather than copied from another organization that may not have similar types of projects or a similar culture. Reusable templates should be prepared after the organization has completed several projects, whether successfully or unsuccessfully, and where lessons-learned information can be used for the development and enhancement of the templates.


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Philosophy & World Religions
Why should I study Religion?
Studying religion gives you the opportunity to explore some of the deepest and most significant ideas and values that have emerged in human history. See http://www.studyreligion.org.
Religion has been one of the most persistent forces in the history of humanity. With the rise of science, some think that religion is outdated, but it continues to exert its influence in profound ways throughout the world today. Think, for example, of the ongoing tensions in the Middle East, the debates over evolution, questions about abortion and the death penalty; how people think about these controversial issues reflects their religious convictions.
Religion asks the deepest, most important questions about human existence. Where do we come from? Why are we here? What happens to us after we die? Why do people suffer? How should we act? How can we live good lives? How can we understand people with beliefs that conflict with our own? What is the ultimate meaning of life? Different religions provide a variety of answers to these questions. The study of religion gives you the opportunity to explore the range of answers to these profound questions, and allows you to consider your own beliefs and values.
People act out of their religious beliefs everyday. Exploring the range of religious world views at work in the past and present is crucial for understanding what people do and why they do it.
Religion affects all aspects of human existence. It is difficult to study history, anthropology, sociology, political science, literature, music, art, theater, psychology, education, or economics without understanding how religious views and ideals function in culture. If you are interested in any of these areas, you might also want to consider a religion major or minor.
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Many drivers were forced to abandon their cars temporarily during the unexpected weather events in the South. One Georgia man took advantage of the icy roads and tried to nab himself a few new sets of wheels.
The man, Louis Mitchell, is charged with steeling a tow truck and posing as a tow truck driver, picking up various abandoned car.
"He thought the markings on the tow truck were suspicious it didn't have the marking we're used to and a temporary license plate," said Sergeant Greg Lyon from the Atlanta Police Department.
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By Tracey Dee Rauh
Managing Editor of Features
---- — Dinner with a mind-reader
Salvatore's hosts master mentalist Jon Stetson for a dinner show at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 20, at the restaurant and function hall in Lawrence.
For more than 25 years, Stetson has been mixing mind-reading, magic and comedy in performances for audiences all over the world. From simple card games to one-on-one mind-reading interactions, Stetson's performance is far from the pull-a-rabbit-out-of-a-hat magic show. In an engaging show, Stetson is capable of surprising the staunchest skeptics with his gift of intuition.
Tickets are $45 and include a dinner buffet. Doors open at 7 p.m., with hors d'oeuvres and dinner served until 8 p.m. The Stetson Experience Dinner Show starts at 8:30 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets visit http://drinkwaterproductions.com or call 855-255-5750. Salvatore's Riverwalk Function Facility is located at 354 Merrimack St., Lawrence.
Fun with fungus
From the camp of unexpected entertainment: Greg Marley, author and expert on mushrooms, will give a slideshow and talk about wild fungi at North Parish Church in North Andover. The event, a fund-raiser for the church, is Saturday, April 20, at 4 p.m. Admission is $10.
Laugh and Listen
Christine Lavin and Don White bring comedy and song to The New Moon Coffeehouse in Haverhill at 8 p.m., Saturday, April 20.
With a comedienne's irony and wit, Lavin's delightfully skewed songs cover a lot of territory. (Relationships: "What Was I Thinking?" Politics: "Baracolate Chip Cookies." Life's injustices: "Attractive Stupid People," and a lot more.)
Coming from the world of stand-up comedy, White is a family man whose concerts can turn what happens in his home into a hilarious onstage biopic. His funny and often touching songs like "How to Get Your Kids to Leave Home," "Be 16 With Me," and "Rascal" go straight to his audience's heart.
The New Moon Coffeehouse is located at the Universalist Unitarian Church, 6 Ashland St, Haverhill. Admission to the show is $20; $10 for those ages 18 and under. Reserve tickets by visiting www.newmooncoffeehouse.org, or calling 978-459-5134.
Treble Chorus of New England auditions
Children ages 7 to 18 years old are invited to audition for the Treble Chorus of New England. Auditions currently are being scheduled for the summer and fall seasons on Monday evenings in May and June. They will be held at the West Parish Church, 129 Reservation Road, Andover.
Auditions also are being arranged for a fully staged production of a "Hands on Opera" program, including a an opera workshop in August.
To schedule an audition or for more information, contact Anna S. Choi at email@example.com or call 978-470-TCNE (8263). Learn more by visiting www.treblechorusne.org.


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WAKE FOREST — Town officials are urging residents to watch their step as police investigate the theft of more than 60 storm drain grates from local neighborhoods.
The grates, pieces of metal that measure about 2 feet by 3 feet and weigh more than 100 pounds each, cover drains that can drop as much as 10 feet below street level.
Town crews have set up cones and police tape around the drains to alert walkers, joggers, bicyclists and drivers to the safety hazards.
Officials are particularly concerned about people walking or jogging at night along the curb.
There all kinds of possibilities, and none of them are good, town spokesman Bill Crabtree said.
Crabtree said the town wants to replace the missing grates as quickly as possible, but it could be January before the process is complete.
The grates were stolen from several Wake Forest subdivisions, including St. Andrews Plantation, Stonegate, Caveness Farms and Bowling Green.
Police are investigating with the assumption that the thieves intend to sell the grates for scrap metal, Crabtree said. The grates are worth about $15 to $20 each when scrapped, but it will cost the town hundreds of dollars to replace each one.
Other towns and cities throughout the Triangle, including Raleigh and Durham, have dealt with storm drain grate thefts.
Raleigh police spokesman Jim Sughrue said the grate thefts tend to come in waves. The most recent rash in Raleigh occurred in Wakefield, and police are investigating whether there is any connection to the Wake Forest thefts, he said.
Those who see someone other than a Wake Forest or Raleigh employee removing a grate are asked to call the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.
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NOTICE OF FILING OF PETITION FOR ADOPTION Notice is hereby given to Crystal Clark, last known address unknown, and Brandon Parks, last known address unknown, that due diligence was made by Petitioners, Veronica Kemp and Steven Kemp, to ascertain the biological parents' addresses to serve them notice of their Petition for Adoption of Michael, in Wood County Common Pleas Court, Probate Division, One Courthouse Square, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402, and captioned in case number 20134023, in the Matter of the Adoption of Michael which is scheduled for a hearing on determination of the necessity of consent on September 23, 2013 at 9:00a.m. Said biological parents are hereby notified of said adoption. A FINAL DECREE OF ADOPTION, IF GRANTED, WILL RELIEVE YOU OF ALL PARENTAL RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO CONTACT THE MINOR, AND, EXCEPT WITH THE RESPECT TO THE SPOUSE OF THE ADOPTION PETITIONER AND RELATIVES OF THAT SPOUSE, TERMINATE ALL LEGAL RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN THE MINOR AND YOU AND THE MINOR'S OTHER RELATIVES, SO THAT THE MINOR THEREAFTER IS A STRANGER TO YOU AND THE MINOR' S FORMER RELATIVES FOR ALL PURPOSES. IF YOU WISH TO CONTEST THE ADOPTION, YOU MUST FILE AN OBJECTION TO THE PETITION WITHIN FOURTEEN DAYS AFTER PROOF OF SERVICE OF NOTICE OF THE FILING OF THE PETITION AND OF THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE HEARING IS GIVEN TO YOU. IF YOU WISH TO CONTEST THE ADOPTION, YOU MUST ALSO APPEAR AT THE HEARING. A FINAL DECREE OF ADOPTION MAY BE ENTERED IF YOU FAIL TO FILE AN OBJECTION TO THE ADOPTION PETITION OR APPEAR AT THE HEARING. Doris K. Wohl, Counsel for Petitioners, Veronica Kemp and Steven Kemp, 520 Madison Ave. #563, Toledo, OH 43604, 419-242-6505. Aug. 12, 19, 26, '13
INVITATION TO BID SEALED BIDS for the furnishing of the necessary materials and construction of the AMPOINT SANITARY SEWERS REPLACEMENT SS NO. 139-B NORTHWESTERN WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT will be received by the Northwestern Water and Sewer District, 12560 Middleton Pike, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 until 11:00 a.m. (Local Time) Thursday, August 29, 2013 and at that time and place will be publicly opened and read aloud. The scope of work consists of installation of approximately 6,960 lineal feet of 12", 1,472 lineal feet of 10", 6,038 lineal feet of 8", and 2,852 lineal feet of 6" gravity sanitary sewers. Also included is approximately 2,200 lineal feet of CIPP rehabilitation of 8" sanitary sewers, 4867 lineal feet of 11/2" low pressure sewer, 6 grinder pumps as well as 38 sanitary manholes, roadway repair, general restoration, and abandonment of existing sanitary sewers. The contract documents, including plans and specifications, are on file at the office of the Northwestern Water and Sewer District and the Engineer -- Poggemeyer Design Group, Inc. (PDG). A set may be obtained from Becker Impressions, 4646 Angola Road, Toledo, Ohio 43614, Telephone 419-385-5303, www.pdgplan room.com. A non-refundable deposit in the amount of $50 will be required for each set of plans and specifications; check must be made payable to Becker Impressions. The Engineer for the Project is Poggemeyer Design Group, Inc., 1168 North Main Street, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402. All bids must be signed and submitted on the blanks which are bound in this booklet. Bids must state the unit prices in the blanks provided and be enclosed in a sealed envelope marked --- Ampoint Sanitary Sewers Replacement SS No. 139-B --- and addressed to the Northwestern Water and Sewer District, 12560 Middleton Pike, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402. The bid guaranty may be of two forms: 1. A Bid Guaranty and Contract Bond using the form in the Contract Documents. (The amount of the bid does NOT have to appear on this form.) 2. A certified check, cashier's check or letter of credit in favor of the Northwestern Water and Sewer District in the amount of 10% of the bid. If the contract is awarded, a Contract Bond will be required, which is a 100% payment and performance bond. This procurement is subject to the EPA policy of encouraging the participation of small businesses in rural areas (SBRAs). After the award of the contract let by competitive bid and prior to the time the contract is entered into, bidders shall submit the affidavit required under the Ohio Revised Code, Section 5719.042 that the bidder was not charged with any delinquent personal property taxes in Wood County, Ohio. The successful bidder will be required to pay not less than the highest applicable minimum wage rates as established by the federal Davis-Bacon Wage Determinations issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of 90 days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of bids. This project is being partially funded with Ohio EPA Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF). The estimated cost of construction is $2,150,000. By Order of Jerry Greiner Executive Director Northwester Water and Sewer District Aug. 12, 19 '13
Invitation to Bid at Auction #5900 Bowling Green State University will conduct a live auction for the lease of 243 +/- acres of farm ground at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2013 to be held in the meeting room of the Perry Field House, Mercer Road, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, 43403. The lease will be for a period of three years with 10% down of the first year of the lease amount due at close of auction. The auction will be conducted by Broker, Wilson Auction & Realty Co., Shad T. Ridenour, CAI, Auctioneer. Specifications can be obtained at www.wilsonauc tionltd.com or http://www. bgsu.edu/offices/purchas ing. Aug. 19, 26, '13
NOTICE The Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Millbury will hold a zoning variance public hearing on Monday, August 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Said variance is at the request of Rod Marinelli, 28611 Main St. for the construction of a nonconforming building. The hearing will be held at the Village Hall located at 28430 Main St., Millbury, 43447. Gretchen Densie Clerk/Treasurer Village of Millbury Aug. 19, '13
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When Democrat Joe Dujmic entered the race in February for the 10th Assembly District, he was taking on the powerful Republican incumbent, James D. Conte.
But things changed dramatically in July when announced he wouldn't seek re-election for the seat he'd held since 1988.
The Republicans then selected South Huntington school board member Chad Lupinacci to step in. His team promptly engineered a write-in victory in the Working Families Party primary in September.
The 10th district runs from Lloyd Harbor, through most of Huntington and Huntington Station, Elwood, and down through parts of Melville and into East Farmingdale.


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The Benefits of Using a Dehumidifier for Basement Humidity Control
We all use our basements for different things. For some it's a place to do laundry or store household goods and for others it's a family room. No matter how you use your basement you want to keep it in good condition. So if your having humidity problems in your basement consider using a dehumidifier to rectify the situation.
Dehumidifiers zap excess humidity, preventing unforeseen damage that can cost thousands of dollars to fix. Below we review a few common problems associated with an overly humid basements to help you figure out if a dehumidifier is the right solution.
Basement Dampness
Dampness can be a big problem in the basement. If this is your problem, don't wait for things to get worse, you could be putting yourself and your pocketbook in harms way. Keeping humidity under control in your basement prevents tools and metal appliances from rusting. It'll also keep your washing machine, computer, and television circuits from getting damaged and furnishings from warping.
Dampness can even affect carpets, rugs, and walls. In areas with high humidity wood often swells, carpets can deteriorate and the interior part of the wall might grow weak.
Condensation on your basement windows is a sure sign you have a problem with dampness. If your basement doesn't have any windows, then touch the walls. If you feel any excess moisture - often a cold, slick coating on the surface - then you need to think about controlling basement dampness.
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With severe moisture comes the growth of mold spores. Correct humidity in your basement can prevent the growth of mold spores and can help solve existing problems. Don't let mold spores multiply beneath the surface of the walls and carpets. Once established, it's hard to get rid of, and it costs thousands of dollars to gut and refurbish a basement. Not only is the damage to the home severe but it's bad for your health too.
Did you know that mold growth in the home can cause severe flu like symptoms? Mold growth - obvious or hidden - can make you and your family very sick. Stop mold growth in its tracks! Humidity levels should be kept below 50% and around 35% is ideal. With a dehumidifier you can stop mold growth and prevent any future infestation.
Basement Odors
If you have dampness and mold, chances are you also have the musty odor that often accompanies it. Even if you're not experiencing dampness but your basement has that closed room smell that comes with a lack of ventilation, a dehumidifier can often help.
Many units have HEPA and carbon filters will keep the room free of not only dust but foul odors too. Is there a smoker in the house? Maybe you're using your basement as a game room or a home bar. If this is the case then using one with a filter will help prevent odors and keep the room smelling fresh.
Have friends over and shoot pool, play games, and socialize without any smelly aftermath. You'll be able to prevent odors and keeps the air clean on a daily basis.
Sizing Capacity for Your Basement
It's important to correctly size your dehumidifier for your basement. If you don't buy one with enough capacity then it won't help prevent dampness, odors, or mold growth. It'll simply run all the time without any result. If you buy too much capacity then you're paying for more than you need.
Size your dehumidifier in terms of pints of moisture removal. How much moisture removal you need depends on the square footage of the room and the relative level of wetness. 30, 40, and 50 pint ratings refer to the number of pints of water that the unit can remove in a 24 hour period. These two factors play an important role in proper dehumidification.
View our buying guide at for help determining your need. Knowing your needs - the overall dampness of your basement - will help you select the right model and can read easily with a hygrometer.
Specialized Features
- Adjustable Humidistat: An adjustable humidistat lets you control the level of moisture removal.
- Built-in Hygrometer: Take the guesswork out of maintaining a healthy humidity level in the basement. This feature reads the moisture level in the room so you know how to adjust the humidistat.
- Auto Shut Off: This feature is perfect for saving you money and keeping the dehumidifier from running excessively.
- Automatic Defrost: If frost begins building up on the compressor coils, the compressor cycles off and the fan continues to run until the frost disappears. This feature prevents quick cycling and frost from accumulating on the sensor.
- Continuous Drainage: A continuous drainage port eliminate the hassle of emptying a condensation tank. Simply attach a hose to the unit and the moisture drains out through the hose.
- Full Tank Alert: When the water collection bucket is full, the unit automatically shuts off and the indicator light turns on.
- Portability: Choose a lightweight, portable dehumidifier and you'll be able to easily move it around! Make sure the model includes a carry handle or casters for easy transport.
Purchasing the Right Dehumidifier for Your Basement
Make the most of your basement and add a dehumidifier to keep it comfortable. It's an easy purchase and it'll let you make the most of the extra space of your basement.
If you have a basement with multiple rooms, one may not be enough. Finding your needs so you can eradicate dampness, odors, and mold spores throughout the entire area is key. Take back your basement so you and your family can enjoy the space and stay healthy!
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Candy Cane Cookies
These candy cane cookies are made with a sugar cookie dough and flavored with peppermint extract.
Chocolate Sugar Cookies
These chocolate sugar cookies are a nice change from traditional sugar cookies. Buttery and not overly sweet, this recipe is one you'll make again and again.
Christmas Cookie Recipe
This Christmas cookie recipe is a classic sugar cookie made with a hint of lemon zest. Bake these cookies with the kids for a fun holiday cooking activity.
Christmas Sugar Cookies
Christmas sugar cookies should be light and buttery, and this Christmas sugar cookies recipe is. Butter, sugar, flour, eggs, baking powder and vanilla extract are all you need to make these Christmas sugar cookies.
Easy Sugar Cookies
These easy sugar cookies are perfect for kids to make, because you don't have to roll the dough for this sugar cookies recipe. The butter makes an extra soft dough for these drop sugar cookies.
Easy Sugar Cookies Recipe
This easy sugar cookies recipe is like a homemade version of the kind of slice-and-bake cookies you buy at the store. Just make the dough, refrigerate it into a log, roll in festive colored sugar, and voila! Easy!
Peppermint Hershey Kiss Cookies
Dark chocolate Hershey kisses top a striped peppermint sugar cookie in this kiss cookie recipe.
Soft Sugar Cookies
These soft sugar cookies are made with sugar, shortening, sour cream, eggs, vanilla and flour. If you don't like the mess and hassle of rolling sugar cookies, this recipe for soft sugar cookies is for you.
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This sugar cookie icing recipe is perfect for decorating Christmas cookies, because this homemade sugar cookie icing is easy to make, dries quickly and can be tinted different colors. You will find yourself turning to this sugar cookie icing recipe again and again.
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These sugar cookies are the quintessential Christmas cookie. Kids love decorating these cookies as much as eating them.


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America's Role in Asia in 2004: An OverviewBook Chapter
Michael H. Armacost - Stanford University
J. Stapleton Roy - Managing Director at Kissinger Associates
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The Asia Foundation, page(s): 140
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The dramatic reassessment of U.S. foreign policy priorities in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks has affected virtually every country in Asia, and underscored the extent to which America's own security is directly tied to that of the broader Asia-Pacific region.
While no Asian countries were affected by September 11th, their responses differed in significant ways. Given the political, economic, and security interests of the United States in the region, it is essential that both Americans and Asians contribute to solvng problems of mutual concern -- from the "traditional" security challenges of the Korean peninsula, China-Taiwan, and India-Pakistan to religious extremism, globalization, and international terrorism. This volume, America's Role in Asia: American Views, and its companion volume, America's Role in Asia: Asian Views, resulted from a year-long project on U.S.-Asian relations sponsored by The Asia Foundation. Each volume puts forward views and recommendations for U.S. policy toward the region by a distinguished group of Asian and Americans. If workable solutions are to be found, perspectives from both sides of the Pacific must be heard.
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11:35am Tuesday 11th February 2014 in Sport
SHERIFF Hutton Bridge will host Heslerton in round two of cricket's 42nd annual Davidstow National Village Cup.
The North Yorkshire rivals received a bye in round one and will meet at Moor Farm in Strensall – home of 2005 winners Bridge – on Sunday, May 11.
In the same North Yorkshire (South) group, Woodhouse Grange, trophy winners in 1995 and 2007, travel to Fairburn in round one on Sunday, April 27, with the winners away to Spofforth in round two.
In the opposite half of the draw, all four teams were handed byes to round two, with Staxton hosting Folkton & Flixton and Knaresborough Forest visiting Studley Royal.
Ties in round one of the North Yorkshire (North) group include Alne at home to Harome, with Ebberston awaiting the winners in round two.
Sessay, cup winners in 2010, are away to Staithes in round one.
The final of the competition will be played at Lord's on Sunday, September 7.
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Saturday, Jan. 4
AFC - (5) Kansas City at (4) Indianapolis (NBC, 4:35 p.m. ET)
Opening Line: Colts -2 ½, 46
Indianapolis Home Record: 6-2 SU, 5-3 ATS
Kansas City Road Record: 6-2 SU, 7-1 ATS
Head-to-Head: The Colts have won five of the last six matchups against the Chiefs, which includes a 23-7 road victory in Week 16 as a 7 ½-point underdog. The 'under' has gone 5-1 during this span.
Playoff Notes: Indianapolis has dropped its last two playoff games, the most recent coming last season at Baltimore (9-24) in the Wild Card Round. Kansas City is 0-7 both SU and ATS in its last seven playoff appearances. The last postseason win for the Chiefs came in 1994.
NFC - (6) New Orleans at (3) Philadelphia (NBC, 8:00 p.m. ET)
Opening Line: Eagles -2 ½, 55
Philadelphia Home Record: 4-4 SU, 3-5 ATS
New Orleans Road Record: 3-5 SU, 1-7 ATS
Head-to-Head: The Saints have won four of the last five meetings against the Eagles. The last encounter took place from the Superdome as New Orleans captured a 28-13 win.
Playoff Notes: The Eagles have dropped their last three playoff appearances both SU and ATS, with the last defeat coming in 2011. Since QB Drew Brees and head coach Sean Payton joined forces in 2006, the Saints have gone 5-3 SU and 3-5 ATS in the playoffs. All three of the losses came on the road and New Orleans gave up 39, 41 and 46 points in those defeats, which helped the 'over' go 3-0.
Sunday, Jan. 5
AFC - (6) San Diego at (3) Cincinnati (CBS, 1:00 p.m. ET)
Opening Line: Bengals -6 ½, 47
Cincinnati Home Record: 8-0 SU, 8-0 ATS
San Diego Road Record: 4-4 SU, 4-3-1 ATS
Head-to-Head: Cincinnati defeated San Diego 17-10 as a 2 ½-point road favorite in Week 13. Including this win, the Bengals have won their last three affairs against San Diego.
Playoff Notes: The Bengals are 0-5 both SU and ATS in their last five playoff games and four of those losses came by double digits. Cincinnati hasn't won a playoff game since 1991. The Chargers have dropped their last two playoff games, falling to the Jets 17-14 in 2010 at home in on the road in 2009 to the Steelers, 35-24.
NFC - (5) San Francisco at (4) Green Bay (FOX, 4:30 p.m. ET)
Opening Line: 49ers -1, 49 ½
Green Bay Home Record: 4-3-1 SU, 3-5 ATS
San Francisco Road Record: 6-2 SU, 6-1-1 ATS
Head-to-Head: The 49ers have won and covered three straight encounters against the Packers, which includes a 34-28 victory in Week 1 as a five-point home favorite. In last year's playoffs, San Francisco ran past Green 45-31 as a three-point home favorite. The 'over' has easily cashed in all three games during the 49ers' winning streak.
Playoff Notes: In the last two seasons under head coach Jim Harbaugh, the 49ers are 3-2 both SU and ATS in the playoffs. The Packers have gone 5-3 in the playoffs with QB Aaron Rodgers under center. Surprisingly, Rodgers has only started two playoff games from Lambeau Field and he's gone 1-1.


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Given the wealth of actors whose names have been announced as cast members in Lee Daniels' upcoming bio The Butler, there has been plenty of speculation about which of those actors will play Martin Luther King Jr.
Speculate no more because Daniels has hired True Blood's Nelsan Ellis to play MLK in The Butler.
Last we saw Ellis on the big screen was in last year's award-winning drama The Help, playing Henry, the waiter.
Ellis joins a loaded cast that includes: Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, David Oyelowo, John Cusack, Alan Rickman, Jane Fonda, Melissa Leo,Liev Schreiber, Jesse Williams, Mariah Carey, Yaya DaCosta, and many more.
For our thoughts on the film's script, and casting, read Vanessa's script review HERE, and Natasha's casting close-up of the film HERE.
urbanauteur | July 31, 2012 7:09 PM
Good Fit!!..;-)
sourgirl | July 31, 2012 2:23 AM
AWE-Some!!! Love Nelsan ; ) He definitely has the facial features and the coloring and the talent to carry it off.
tamarasinnerfangirl | July 30, 2012 10:55 PM
I love you Nelsan!
ASWILLIAMS | July 30, 2012 7:25 PM
@ALM: Yeah i`ve seen his work and he seems like he can carry the role to justice for portraying an iconic figure like MLK.
ALM | July 30, 2012 6:58 PM
@Aswilliams: I was thinking something similar. He definitely has the likeness down. I didn't see "The Help", so I am not familiar with viewing Mr. Reynold's work. Congratulations to him!
aswilliams | July 30, 2012 5:54 PM
He certainly looks like Dr. King but can he bring King`s mannerisms and voice to match the Civil Rights icon. I do have confidence that he`ll do King justice in this film.


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Westwood College students are expected to comply with local, state, and federal laws relating to the use of drugs and alcohol. The institution will not tolerate conduct that disrupts the campus or the academic environment. The college values its relationship with the adjoining community, and recognizes the right of its neighbors to be secure from abusive conduct and potentially dangerous behavior caused by use of drugs and alcohol on campus property.
With this in mind, Westwood College has established a clear, concise policy related to the alcohol and illicit drugs. The following are strictly prohibited on school-owned or controlled property or as part of any school-sponsored activities: the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of an illegal controlled substance and/or of alcoholic beverages; and the unauthorized possession of any alcoholic beverages. Westwood College prohibits individuals from being under the influence of illegal drugs on school-owned or controlled property or as part of school activities.
Sanctions for violations
Westwood College has also established sanctions for violations of this policy. The sanctions, range from warnings and substance abuse awareness programs for minor offenses to dismissal and/or referral to civil authorities for major and/or multiple offenses. Selling or distributing drugs will result in suspension or dismissal from Westwood College. These sanctions, as well as the judiciary process that is followed, are discussed in detail in the Annual Safety and Annual Security Report. Violators may also be subject to the loss of financial aid.
The college recognizes that while the sanctioning process is educational in nature, students must understand that they will be held accountable for their actions in both the college setting and the external world. Therefore, Westwood College administrators will cooperate fully with law enforcement actions regarding use of drugs or alcohol on school grounds.
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Health and safety risks of drug and alcohol use
Westwood College - Community resources and referral information
Westwood College provides counseling services for students seeking assistance or information concerning alcohol and drug issues. Students wishing to take advantage of this service may contact the campus director of Student Support.
In addition, other resources are available. Several self-help groups hold meetings throughout the metropolitan area, including Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and Al-Anon. Individuals can contact the National Clearinghouse for Drug and Alcohol Information (800-729-6686), which is operated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week; specialists provide information and referrals.
We know that there has been a lot of conflicting information in the media regarding the H1N1 virus or "Swine Flu", and we know that it is confusing and concerning. At Westwood College, we have been monitoring the situation and have incorporated the latest guidance from the CDC and the Dept of Public Health into our Pandemic Plan. At this time, the CDC does not recommend cancelling classes or closing campuses due to suspected cases of H1N1 flu. To view an overview of our Pandemic Plan, please click here.
To avoid spread of the flu, we urge students, faculty and staff to plan to stay home if they experience flu-like symptoms, from the onset of symptoms until at least 24 hours after fever (a temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius—without fever-reducing medication such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen) or symptoms of fever (chills, feeling very warm, flushed appearance, or sweating) have passed. Although some people may experience a relatively mild case of the flu and may feel fit to attend work or social functions, it is important for the health of the entire community to limit public exposure, especially to high-risk individuals.
Westwood will continue to monitor the situation and work with local public health officials in the areas of our campuses and will take additional steps as advised should the need arise. For more information about the flu and how to stay healthy, please visit the links provided on the right.
Because Westwood College is not a public institution, we are not required maintain a Vaccination Policy for our students; however, in the interest of public health, we do not want this to be construed as discouraging any student, employee, or staff member from voluntarily participating in routine vaccinations as recommendations by and according to the guidance of their local public health care agency.
In addition, because of potential career related exposure to bloodborne pathogens, students enrolled in the Medical Assisting Programs can expect to be required to have Hepatitis B vaccinations as a condition of their externship placement and future employment in a healthcare setting. All medical assisting students who elect to waive this vaccination must sign a waiver form that will be kept on file with their program director.
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"…Why increase the Sons of Africa, by Planting them in America, where we have so fair an opportunity, by excluding Blacks and Tawneys, of increasing the lovely White…?"
Boston-born Ben Franklin, the kite-flying colonial icon and America's most illustrious Founding Father, found the Black slave trade irresistible. Though he preferred white indentured slaves in his own household ("We do not like Negro Servants."), Franklin traded Africans from his Philadelphia shop as with any other commodity. He advertised for sale, "a breeding Negro woman about twenty years of age. Can do any household work." Another ad offered "A likely Negro wench about fifteen years old, has had the smallpox."
Franklin had no hesitation concerning the buying, selling, brokering and arranging chattel bondage of African human beings, whom he considered inferior. "Peter," "Jemima," and "George" forfeited their freedom to the Franklins throughout Ben's 30 years as a slaveholder. "Peter" and another slave named "King" even accompanied the Franklins to England, where they were forced to "scrub the moss-covered gravestones of the Franklin ancestors."
Franklin's eventual anti-slavery leanings were based not on any moral awakening or newfound love for Blacks, but on the economic inefficiencies of the institution and its discouragement of white immigration and industry. Even when in his latter years he came to the revelation that Blacks were educable as children, grown Blacks, on the other hand, "were still a terrifying people to him."[from the book, Hidden History of Washington, DC: A Guide for Black Folks]


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The U.S. Department of Treasury began phasing out paper Social Security checks and other federal benefit checks on May 1, 2011. It required anyone applying for Social Security checks and other federal benefits on and after that date to receive their payments electronically.
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Those who began receiving Social Security checks before May of 2011 have until March 1, 2013, to sign up for electronic payments, the Treasury Department announced. Those who don't sign up to have their Social Security checks direct-deposited by that date would receive their benefits through the Direct Express card program.
"Getting your Social Security or Supplemental Security Income payment by direct deposit or Direct Express is safer and more reliable," Michael J. Astrue, the commissioner of Social Security, said in announcing the change.
Who's Impacted by End of Paper Checks
The change applied to Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Veterans Affairs benefits, and anyone who receives benefits from the Railroad Retirement Board, Office of Personnel Management and Department of Labor (Black Lung).
"You don't have to worry about your check being lost or stolen and your money is available immediately on your payment date," Astrue said. "There is no need to wait for the mail to arrive."
In 2010, more than 540,000 Social Security and Supplemental Security Income paper checks were reported lost or stolen and had to be replaced, the Treasury Department said.
Savings from End of Paper Checks
Phasing out paper Social Security checks entirely is expected to save taxpayers about $120 million every year, or more than $1 billion over 10 years. Government officials also pointed out that eliminating paper Social Security checks will "provide positive benefits to the environment, saving 12 million pounds of paper in the first five years alone."
"More than 18 million baby boomers are expected to reach retirement age during the next five years, with 10,000 people a day becoming eligible for Social Security benefits," said Treasurer Rosie Rios.
"It costs 92 cents more to issue a payment by paper check than by direct deposit. We are retiring the Social Security paper check option in favor of electronic payments because it is the right thing to do for benefit recipients and American taxpayers alike."
What You Need to Do Now
If you are applying for new benefits, you are now required to choose an electronic payment method, whether it's direct deposit of your Social Security check or other federal benefit into a bank or credit union account.
When you apply for your Social Security check or other federal benefit, you will need:
- Your financial institution's routing transit number, often found on a personal check;
- The account type, checking or savings;
- And the account number, often found on a personal check.
You can also choose to receive your Social Security check on a prepaid debit card or Direct Express Debit MasterCard card.
What You Need to Do By 2013
If you currently get your Social Security check or other federal benefit payment on paper, you must switch to electronic payments before March 1, 2013.
You can switch from paper checks to direct deposit at www.GoDirect.org, by calling the U.S. Treasury Electronic Payment Solution Center's toll-free helpline at (800) 333-1795, or by speaking with a bank or credit union representative.
Anyone already receiving federal benefit payments electronically will continue to receive their money as usual on their payment day. No action is required.
About Paper Social Security Checks
The first monthly Social Security check was received by Ida Mae Fuller on Jan. 31, 1940, according to the Treasury Department. Since then about 165 million people have received Social Security benefits.
The movement toward electronic payments has been steadily increasing, the Treasury Department said. By May of 2011, electronic payments made up more than three-quarters of all noncash payments nationwide.
There were 5.7 billion fewer checks written in 2009 than in 2006, a decline of 6.1 percent per year - while electronic payments grew 9.3 percent during that same period. Among federal benefit recipients, about eight in 10 receive their Social Security check or other federal benefit payment electronically, according to the Treasury Department.


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Sgt. Daniel Nelson
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FORT HOOD, Texas —
On Nov. 10, officials from the Oklahoma Army National Guard said farewell to 39 members of Detachment 1, Company C, 2nd Battalion, 149th General Support Aviation (2-149th GSAB).
Among those in the send-off party were Brig. Gen. Robbie Asher, Joint Chief of Staff; Col. Jon Harrison, state aviation officer; Command Sgt. Maj. Steve Jensen, Oklahoma Army National Guard command sergeant major; Sgt. Maj. Don Burrows, state aviation sergeant major; and retired State Command Chief Warrant Officer Paul Merchant.
The members of the 2-149th GSAB joined their Texas counterparts to deploy to southeast Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom while conducting medevac flight operations.
Training for the deployment helped the soldiers build a cohesive team for their mission, which will better serve them while overseas, according to Sgt. 1st Class Chad Beals, crew member for the 2-149th GSAB.
"We have integrated well with the members of the Texas Guard," Beals said.
No matter the size of the group deploying, the Oklahoma National Guard command staff ensures there is always a sending and receiving party for deploying Oklahoma soldiers.
"It's important we show our support for our soldiers," Asher said. "Our soldiers have worked tirelessly the past few years training and preparing for this mission. It was an honor to see them off and I plan to welcome them back when they complete their mission."


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Lucozade Sport Challenge
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Position Lucozade Sport as the provider of safe sport nutrition products using their brand ambassadors – Steven Gerrard, James Haskell and Harry Aikines-Aryeetey – as leverage.
To be seen as providing credible sport nutrition products Lucozade Sport needed to be associated with credible sporting and fitness endeavours. Our Lucozade Sport Challenge was exactly that. The six chosen readers were put through a tough 12-week challenge with specialist trainers and Lucozade Sport products that we filmed for video and print promotions. The readers wrote weekly blogs which we published on a bespoke brand site made for this campaign. In all the media campaign ran for 22 weeks with four issues of Men's Health magazine carrying the activity with multiple-page advertorials and menshealth.co.uk was also employed to drive traffic to the bespoke hub. Competitions to win Lucozade Sport products and experiences were also used to keep the campaign fresh. To complete the campaign, downloads of the training programmes the six readers followed were made available so readers could take the challenge themselves.
The bespoke brand site received a massive 181,000 page impressions from over 57,000 unique visits.
The competitions (prize draws to win Lucozade products and prizes) generated 13,700 entries and valuable data capture for the client. There were 20,600 individual video plays (more than 32,000 minutes watched!) – all carrying Lucozade Sport branding. The blogs proved highly popular with more than 46,000 pages viewed.
There were over 17,500 downloads of the training programmes and in total, the emails sent during the challenge were seen by over 124,000 people. A three-wave research programme showed that over the course of the campaign awareness of Lucozade Sport grew; we also asked for feedback on the Lucozade Ambassadors, providing invaluable feedback for the brand. We incorporated webchats on menshealth.co.uk which were well supported, allowing Lucozade Sport sport scientists to demonstrate their skills.
Readers won signed shirts and got the chance to watch James Haskell play in Paris.


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Debra from Debra's Design Studio invites you to join her End of August Quilt Smackdown event. You'll make simple star blocks – her friend Barbara shows you how at Thinking Out Loud – and sew them up into a quilt top. Send the top to her and she'll quilt and bind it. Debra is donating all the quilts to a veterans service program to be given to the client during counseling. Get further details here.
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By Scarlett Burroughs
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August 4, 2011 6:23 am
Thanks so much! You can use any fabrics because the quilts may go to the veterans' family members too. Last week a veteran came in whose house had burned down and he was given a baby quilt for his baby. So, any quilts are appreciated.
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Proposition 30
TEMPORARY TAXES TO FUND EDUCATION. GUARANTEED LOCAL PUBLIC SAFETY FUNDING.INITIATIVE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT.• Increases personal income tax on annual earnings over $250,000 for seven years.• Increases sales and use tax by ¼ cent for four years.• Allocates temporary tax revenues 89% to K–12 schools and 11% to community colleges.• Bars use of funds for administrative costs, but provides local school governing boards discretion to decide, in openmeetings and subject to annual audit, how funds are to be spent.• Guarantees funding for public safety services realigned from state to local governments.
Proposition 38
TAX TO FUND EDUCATION AND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS. INITIATIVE STATUTE.• .Increases personal income tax rates on annual earnings over $7,316 using sliding scale from .4%for lowest individual earners to 2.2% for individuals earning over $2.5 million, for twelve years.• During first four years, allocates 60% of revenues to K–12 schools, 30% to repaying state debt,and 10% to early childhood programs. Thereafter, allocates 85% of revenues to K–12 schools,15% to early childhood programs.• Provides K–12 funds on school-specific, per-pupil basis, subject to local control, audits, and publicinput.• Prohibits state from directing new funds.
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Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups applesauce
- 1/2 cups raisins
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
Sift together the flour, sugar, soda, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and salt. Stir the flour mixture into the pan. Add the applesauce and raisins. Stir the batter until all ingredients are well combined. Sprinkle the top with brown sugar. Bake for 30 minutes or until toothpick or cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. SO GOOD! And the scent is heavenly!
Note from Razz: The applesauce keeps it incredibly moist and flavorful, and the brown sugar on top gives a crunchy flavor. DH and I had some warm with a mug of apple cider!
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When Theresa began exploring the trees, she found "Many of the trees had been topped and as a result, they sent up tons of water sprouts." Water sprouts, also known as suckers, are rapid growth that usually occurs in response to cuts that remove the tip bud from a branch or tree (aka topping cuts). These resulting sprouts sap energy from the rest of the plant, add potentially dangerous weight to remaining branches, and rarely are they productive.
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Investigators explain why officer's arrest took 4 days
Stephen Coco, 41, of Bedford turned himself in to Bedford police Tuesday, four days after the crash and a day after he was fired from the Manchester Police Department. By then, police had a warrant for his arrest on two class B felony counts of conduct after an accident, which carry a maximum sentence of 3 1/2 to seven years per charge.
LaFrance said investigators wanted to be certain when they sought an arrest warrant from a judge that they had the needed probable cause.
A little more than five hours after the crash, detectives had information that Coco was the man at the wheel of an SUV that hit the two teens as they walked along Harrod Drive. Investigators had matched a broken part of a plastic lens, found at the crash scene, to Coco's damaged 2007 Nissan Pathfinder that was parked in the driveway of his 29 Meadowcrest Drive home.
LaFrance explained, however, that while the part appeared to be a match to the "naked eye," that is not forensic evidence. An expert, she said, is needed at trial to show that the part came off the Nissan.
And, according to the affidavit filed in 9th Circuit Court, Merrimack District Division, Coco also denied he had driven the Nissan at all that night.
Meanwhile, Manchester police have said they have concluded an internal investigation into the hit-and-run as well as events preceding it. Coco had been visiting the Harrod Lane home of Jeff Harrington, a fellow Manchester police officer whose son suffers from leukemia.
"A large amount of information was gathered during the investigation, the scope of which encompassed the periods of time that preceded and followed the collision. The only employee misconduct identified during this investigation was on the part of Stephen Coco and based on those findings, he was terminated," said police Lt. Maureen Tessier.
LaFrance said the case is still under investigation. She said it will be prosecuted by another county attorney's office - which one has yet to be determined.
Dean Drukker, 18, and Noah Hickman, 17, were struck from behind on the night of March 22 as they were walking along Harrod Lane. Drukker suffered a serious head injury and was hospitalized for several days, while Hickman broke his right elbow.
The driver of the SUV fled the scene. Police were led to Coco's home after Hickman told them he and Drukker saw the SUV leave a nearby home, which turned out to be Harrington's residence.
Later on Saturday, investigators impounded the SUV, which was an undercover vehicle assigned to Coco as a sergeant in the Special Investigations Unit at the Manchester Police Department. They obtained a warrant to search it and found fresh damage to its front, numerous indentations in the front hood on the driver's side and fabric impressions on the front bumper consistent with the clothes Drukker had on when he was hit, according to the affidavit.
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NORMAN — The good news for LPGA Tour commissioner Mike Whan is that his sport is dominating the golf conversation, which is rare.
For the last two days, it seems like every time Whan turns on TV is he hearing about Inbee Park, and that's how it should be. When she completed a masterful week of putting and precision at Sebonack Golf Club, the 24-year-old South Korean had won the U.S. Women's Open for her third straight major this year.
Next up is a chance for Park to do what no golfer has done in the history of the royal and ancient game — win four professional majors in a single season. Adding to the moment is the venue — the Women's British Open will be at St. Andrews, the home of golf. Any other year, the golf world would be buzzing over the prospect of a Grand Slam.
But not this one. Because for such an historic occasion, there is way too much confusion.
It was Whan who decided for noble reasons in 2010 to elevate The Evian Championship in France to major championship status starting in 2013, giving the LPGA Tour five majors for the first time in its 63-year history. Just his luck, it turned out to be the year one of his players had a shot at the Grand Slam.
Except that winning four majors is not really a Grand Slam when there are five on the schedule.
Is it?
"If you would have asked me as a golf nut about five majors, I would have said, 'It doesn't feel right to me,"' Whan said Tuesday morning. "Then you become commissioner of the LPGA Tour. Do you or don't you? If you don't ... your job here is to grow the opportunities for women in the game worldwide. We don't get the exposure anywhere near the men's game except for three or four times a year, and those are around the majors.