text:
Broadcast Media Coordinator /General Manager staff advisor, station polices and practices, station tours, and general business Kevin Stockdale 949-824-4582
Music Director getting your music played, music policy Martim Galvao (949) 824-4561 (Direct Line)
News Director Erick Ramirez
Public Affairs Director public affairs/talk shows, interviews and guests Heather McCoy Program Director scheduling of shows and DJs (does not program music. contact music director) Athena Matsudo
Promotions Director on-air giveaways: tickets, merchandise Josh Yeager
Marketing Director Adrian Garcia
Fundraising Claudia Shambaugh
Operations Managerresponsible for maintenance of operating logs and other internal operations Lily Colovic
Productions Director public service announcements, drops, station id and disclaimer creation Alex Morrow
Training Director volunteer at KUCI John Kim
Volunteer Coordinator coordinators tasks and projects for current staff members Dustin Tran
Program Guide Editor Kierstin Brehm Music Librarian Dustin Tran
Facebook Manager Athena Matsudo
Web Operations Josh Burley - Web Tech Nathan Callahan - Webmaster Kevin Stockdale - Web Advertising
Acting Assistant Engineer Kevin Stockdale
Recording Engineer: oversees sounds mix and recording of live band performances Heather McCoy
KUCI can produce and air public service announcements for non-profits.
Please allow 3 weeks advance notice.
KUCI cannot guarantee that a given submission will be broadcast.
If you'd like to submit a public service announcement to KUCI, please email our production department with your request including: • the name of the organization • the website of the organization • the contact email address • the information phone line of the organization • the text of PSA
If you would like to submit music to KUCI for possible airplay, please mail a CD, CD-R, vinyl record, cassette tape, 8-track, or wax cylinder with a track listing to the following address:
KUCI 88.9 FM c/o Music Director PO Box 4362 Irvine, CA 92616
Please make sure that your package will withstand the hardships of snail mail.
At this time, we do not accept digital submissions, and furthermore, will most likely not listen to your MySpace page. We are a volunteer run station and there is simply not enough hours in the day to spend downloading MP3s and waiting for MySpace players. Plus, MySpace's audio quality is awful and not at all radio-ready.
If you've already submitted your music to be played and are curious if it has been added to our new release section, you are welcome to send an email inquiring so but, again, there is not enough time for us to reply personally to every artist who has mailed us music. Instead, please check kuci.org and take a look at weekly adds and charts to see if your record is being played. Once in a while, we may have a moment to tell you, Yes, your CD is spinning! More often than not, though, we have already spent many hours poring over dozens of CDs (including yours) and really can't turn around and tell everyone if they've made the cut or not.
If your music is of a certain genre, you may want to address your package as such: if it is a l CD, or an experimental CD, so on — please replace "Music Director" in the above mailing address with "(Genre) Director." Furthermore, if you want to mail your CD to a particular host, who perhaps plays the same kind of music as yours, please do so! Simply replace "Music Director" in the above mailing address with "(Show Host/Show Name)." This is an excellent way to get in touch with DJs who are perhaps more likely to play your particular brand of music as you aren't lost in the much larger "Rock" heap.
Remember, we at KUCI strive to play music that is DISTINCT from what you hear on commercial, mainstream radio. With this said, please look at our program schedule prior to mailing us your music and make sure you are not wasting your own or our time. Seriously!
Basically, just remember you are sending your music to a real human person who has probably a million real human things going on in their life: we WILL listen to your music and if we think it fits our programming and philosophy it WILL be played.
Lastly, do not email anyone other than the Music Directors about your music being played on KUCI. Do NOT contact the Program Director, the General Manager, Promotions Director, et cetera; emailing everyone about your band is never a good idea, and more often than not, a ticket to the reject pile.
Bearing all aforementioned in mind, hit the post office!
Email KUCI (general inquiries only not requests)
ISDN / Tape sync / Recording $105.00 per hour Mon-Fri between 9:30 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. Pacific time. (Arrangements can also be made to schedule outside of these normal hours). Weekday rentals before 9:30 A.M. are also available at no extra charge but availability may be limited. $130.00 per hour for studio usage scheduled for evenings or weekends. Our studio is equipped for voice work only. No rentals for music recording. Cassette tape or vinyl LP transfer to digital $35.00 per tape or record Additional fees $25.00 fee if less than 24 hours notice scheduling studio time. $25.00 fee if less than 2 hours notice of cancellation is given, applied to the next rental Scheduling 48 hour scheduling notification preferred to guarantee reservation Rental Contact Kevin Stockdale (949) 824-4582
Request Line 949-824-5824 Business Line 949-824-6868 Mailing Address KUCI 88.9 FM PO Box 4362 Irvine, CA 92616
Tours of KUCI KUCI happily offers tours of the KUCI studios to Cub Scouts or any other group or organization. Tours are typically scheduled at 5:00 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but we can make other arrangements if necessary. We would prefer to have at least 2 weeks notice. For more info or to schedule a tour, contact Kevin Stockdale, Broadcast Media Coordinator, at email@example.com.
KUCI Intranet (staff only)
Staff Blog Instructions
KUCI Public Affairs (Staff Only)
Request a KUCI Intranet Account (staff only)


text:
The Smoking Lounge (Music)
With Brother Dan
Wed Apr 20th 2011 3.00am–5.00am
R=listener request. N=music new at the station. L=local music. Your purchases using the Buy it! links
Time zone: central
3:00am | Todd Reynolds "Outerborough" (innanova 2011) N Buy it! |
3:08am | Led Bib "Little K" from Bring Your Own (Cuneiform 2011) N Buy it! |
3:19am | Planeta Imaginario "The Garden of Happy Cows" from Optical Delusions (Cuneiform 2011) N Buy it! |
3:28am | Bernie Worrell "Killer Mosquito" from Improvisczario (Godforsaken Music Inc 2007) R Buy it! |
3:38am | California Guitar Trio "ECHOES" from Echoes (Inner Knot 2008) R Buy it! |
3:50am | Gutbucket "Said The Trapeeze to Gravity" from Flock (Cuneiform 2011) N Buy it! |
3:56am | Bryan Beller "Seven Percent Grade" from Wednesday Night Live (OnionBoy 2011) N Buy it! |
4:02am | Frank Zappa "Chrissy puked Twice" from Buffalo (Vaulternative 1979) R Buy it! |
4:09am | King Crimson "Exiles" from Lark's Tongue In Aspic (Atlantic 1973) R Buy it! |
4:17am | Johnny "Guitar" Watson "Ain't That A Bitch" from The Funk Anthology (shout 2005)Buy it! |
4:37am | Frank Zappa "Ancient Armaments" from Halloween (Vaulternative 2003)Buy it! |
4:46am | Jerry Garcia Band "Tangled Up In Blue" from 7/29/77 (self) R Buy it! |
Like everything else, times are approximate. Spinitron and this station are not liable for errors or omissions.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
North Georgia's Online Country Community
Hi, (not you?) | Member Center | Sign Out
Posted: 10:25 a.m. Monday, June 20, 2011
Nancy O'Dell sits down with the stars of 'Larry Crowne,' Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts, and Tom turns the tables, taking it upon himself to ask Julia the first question.
Tom boldly asks, "If we hadn't worked together in 'Charlie Wilson's War,' would you have done this movie with me?" Almost at a loss for words, Julia acknowledged that his question was difficult to answer but disagreed with Tom's assumption that her response would be a resounding "no." Tom was happy to stand corrected due as the 'Eat Pray Love' actress divulged that they would haveworked together sooner or later.
© 2014 Cox Media Group. By using this website,
you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices.
Portions of Content Provided by Rovi
Corporation. © 2013 Rovi Corporation
Already have an account? Sign In
{* #registrationForm *} {* traditionalRegistration_displayName *} {* traditionalRegistration_emailAddress *} {* traditionalRegistration_password *} {* traditionalRegistration_passwordConfirm *}Already have an account? Sign In
{* #registrationFormBlank *} {* registration_firstName *} {* registration_lastName *} {* traditionalRegistration_displayName *} {* traditionalRegistration_emailAddressBlank *} {* registration_birthday *} {* registration_gender *} {* registration_postalZip *} {* traditionalRegistration_passwordBlank *} {* traditionalRegistration_passwordConfirmBlank *} {* agreeToTerms *}We have sent you a confirmation email. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account.
We look forward to seeing you frequently. Visit us and sign in to update your profile, receive the latest news and keep up to date with mobile alerts.
Don't worry, it happens. We'll send you a link to create a new password.
{* #forgotPasswordForm *} {* forgotPassword_emailAddress *}We have sent you an email with a link to change your password.
We've sent an email with instructions to create a new password. Your existing password has not been changed.
To sign in you must verify your email address. Fill out the form below and we'll send you an email to verify.
{* #resendVerificationForm *} {* resendVerification_emailAddress *}Check your email for a link to verify your email address.


text:
Commentary & Analysis
Dr. Oz
Dr. Oz, daytime Emmy Award-winning host of "The Dr. Oz Show," is vice chair and professor of Surgery at Columbia University. He directs the Cardiovascular Institute and Complementary Medicine Program at New York Presbyterian Hospital. His research interests include heart replacement surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, complementary medicine and health care policy.
Wed Sep 18th, 2013
Would you know what to do if the person next to you starts choking?
Dr. Oz, The Daily Dose
Tue Sep 03rd, 2013
It's important to get your daily dose of potassium. Here's how
Dr. Oz, The Daily Dose
Wed Aug 28th, 2013
Is licorice a superfood? A new study shows it can help prevent diabetes
Dr. Oz, The Daily Dose
Tue Aug 27th, 2013
Just how essential is breakfast? Skipping it can increase your risk for heart disease
Dr. Oz, The Daily Dose
Wed Aug 21st, 2013
Why you should include stretching in your exercise routine
Dr. Oz, The Daily Dose


text:
FREE ASSEMBLY When Shipped To Store See details- Overview
- Specs
- Reviews
Fuji Crosstown 2.1 Women's Comfort Bike
The Fuji Crosstown 2.1 Comfort Bike is built from the ground up with a woman's build in mind. It is designed for versatility, comfort, and engineered to suit your needs from exercise, to local transportation, to weekend fun riding. Fuji has been a premier bike maker since 1899, and they know how to deliver quality that lasts.The Crosstown 2.1 features a relaxed geometry Elios 1 steel frame and fork set that rides on 700c (29") Vera Terra alloy wheels with Vera CityWide tires and is all about a comfort glide. Larger wheels with slightly wider tires soaks up road bumps and vibration so you can enjoy neighborhood, path, greenway, gravel or dirt road riding with ease.
Crosstown also comes loaded with excellent components. Vuelta cranks power a Shimano Tourney drivetrain, putting you at the helm of 21 easy-shifting, quick-responding gears so you'll never run out of options for quick acceleration, exhilarating top speeds, and easier hill climbing.
Complementing a powerful drivetrain is an exceptional handling/braking system. Tektro linear pull brakes have immediate and smooth action for safe stopping in all situations, and 30mm riser handlebars pair perfectly with an adjustable stem, comfort saddle, and suspension seat post to maximize your upright comfort position, ensure increased 360 ° visibility, and provide excellent steering response--Crosstown 2.1 is as safe as it is sporty, so if a multi-purpose bike that's great for all types of casual and fitness riding is what you're looking for, your search may be over.
Exclusively Available to Ship to Any Retail Location Features:
Fuji Crosstown 2.1 Women's Comfort Bike
- bottom bracket:
- FSA, sealed cartridge bearing
- brakes:
- Tektro linear pull, forged alloy
- cassette:
- Shimano Tourney, 14-34T, 7-speed
- chain:
- KMC Z51, 7-speed
- crankset:
- Vuelta, 48/38/28T w/ chainguard
- fork:
- Elios 1, straight blade w/ eyelets and forged dropouts
- frame:
- Elios 1 hi tensile steel
- front derailleur:
- Shimano Tourney, 31.8mm
- grips/tape:
- Oval Ergo Paddle
- handlebar:
- Fuji Comfort, steel w/ 40mm rise
- headset:
- FSA, caged bearings
- levers:
- Shimano EZ-Fire, 2-finger
- pedals:
- Nylon platform
- rear derailleur:
- Shimano Tourney 7-speed
- rear shock:
- n/a
- saddle:
- Fuji Comfort
- seatpost:
- Fuji suspension alloy, 28.6mm
- shifters:
- Shimano EZ-Fire, 7-speed
- stem:
- Fuji Comfort, adjustable alloy, 25.4mm
- tires:
- Vera CityWide, 700 x 35c, 30 tpi
- wheelset:
- Formula alloy hubs, 32H Vera Terra single-wall alloy rims w/ quick-release
You May Also Like
- Fuji Crosstown 1.3 Comfort Bike - 2013 Our Price: $389.99 SALE: $294.99
- Fuji Crosstown 1.1 Comfort Bike - 2013 Our Price: $449.99 SALE: $339.99
- Fuji Crosstown 1.1 Women's Comfort Bike - 2013 Our Price: $449.99 SALE: $339.99


text:
You are currently viewing the beta version of the new AMM site. Click here to return to the current site.
Sep 17, 2010 | 11:18 AM | Corinna Petry
August was a surprisingly strong month for steel shipments and steel purchasing in front of anticipated September price hikes, but demand is proving to be much less buoyant this month, market participants said.
Three service center executives told AMM on Friday that they were still taking delivery of steel and placing mill orders in August, both due to orders on their own books and to beat the mill price hike. Those that didn't hedge at all are seeing margins getting eroded by competitors, they said.
"Our purchasing strategy—buying only to fill orders—hasn't changed in the last three months," a Chicago-area flat-rolled coil buyer said. "We did not take a stand and missed opportunities to buy in August."
To access AMM's full content, please log in below. If you do not have an AMM account, we invite you to take a free trial or subscribe below.
Access to amm.com editorial content is granted only to paid subscribers and trialists. If you do not have an active account in your own name, please either subscribe or take a trial and you will have instant access to amm.com content. Sharing your login credentials with individuals who are not subscribers represents a violation of AMM copyright.
Every morning, every minute no matter how often you follow the markets, there's an AMM subscription to fit your needs.
Not sure if you are ready to invest in a subscription right now? Take a free, no-obligation trial. Start your free trial today.
Will more metals companies discontinue health care coverage for their employees in light of the Affordable Care Act?
June 20-21, 2013 New York
The EPA is using the rule on haze to force cumbersome and expensive federal restrictions on power production, mining and other activities that impact steel manufacturing.
--Thomas J. Gibson, AISI


text:
Deckerville Public Library, Genealogy And Local History
3542 N. Main St., Deckerville, Mi. 48427 Sanilac County, MI. Phone: 810-376-8015 Fax: 810-376-8593
Library Information email
About Us
Library Tour
Location & Hours
Deckerville Sports
School Website
Village Website
Historical Museum
Local Collection
Local History Info.
Sanilac Genealogy
Educational Sites
Informative Sites
Report dead
links. Email Kathy
Local History Books On Line
I would like to take this time to thank Janette Preimesberger and Kim Trowhill for transcribing some of the following local history books. They have helped me so much.
A History of Lexington
Deckerville 1925 High School Yearbook
History of Forestville
History of the Sanilac County Draft Board 1917-1918
Decker Family Index - If you find a person email me with that information and I will get that information to you. email:email@example.com
Decker Family History - I am just getting the history of this book online so what you need to do is click on the link here which will take you to the first page. Then when you want to read the next page click on the link "Next" and it should take you to the next page. I only have 11 pages so far. I will be getting more on as time permits but since it is taking me so long to get this book online I thought I could do it this way so you are able to read some of the pages. If you have any problems just email me and I will help you in any way I can. firstname.lastname@example.com
Trodden Pathways - History of Deckerville.
Home | AcceleratedReader | Deckerville Sports| Sanilac Genealogy | Mich Genealogy | Genealogy | Educational | Michigan Info. | Author Sites
Careers/Jobs | Town History | Library Tour | Library Pictures | From the Director | AccessMiDatabase Colleges/Univ.
All rights reserved and may not be reused with out written permission
Web Design by Kathy Wedyke email@example.com
Disclaimer: Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability
of the information on these pages, all transcriptions are subject to human error, and
researchers should always check the original source of any list.
Search Engine powered by Free Find


text:
All Information Storage and Retrieval Titles
A Developer's Guide to the Semantic Web
Covering the theory, technical components and applications of the Semantic Web, this book's unrivalled coverage includes the latest on W3C standards such as OWL 2, and discusses new projects such as DBpedia. It also shows how to put theory into practice. -
A Feature-Centric View of Information Retrieval
In this work, Metzler describes highly effective information retrieval models for both smaller, classical data sets, and larger Web collections. In a shift away from heuristic, hand-tuned ranking functions and complex probabilistic models, he presents feature-based retrieval models. As he shows, combining term dependencies and arbitrary features results in a very robust, powerful retrieval model.
A Generative Theory of Relevance
This book presents a new way to look at topical relevance in information retrieval and offers a new method for modeling exchangeable sequences of discrete random variables which does not make any assumptions about the data and can also handle rare events. - Addressing advanced issues of digital preservation, beyond keeping the bits and the ability to render, this book explores concepts of understandability, usability and interoperability for digital objects, as well as concerns over issues such as authenticity.
Advanced Topics in Information Retrieval
In this book, the authors, selected from the lecturers of the European Summer School in Information Retrieval, illustrate key problems and topics in the current development of Information Retrieval and on future search engine technology.
Current Challenges in Patent Information Retrieval
Intellectual property in the form of patents plays a vital role in today's increasingly knowledge-based economy. This book assembles state-of-the art research and is intended to illustrate innovative approaches to patent information retrieval. -
Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery Approaches Based on Rule Induction Techniques
Dynamic Taxonomies and Faceted Search
Dynamic taxonomies and faceted search is an access paradigm that has rapidly become pervasive in modern Web data retrieval. This book is a roadmap to that paradigm, detailing such aspects as modeling, schema design, system implementation, and user interaction. - This book introduces an approach in designing E-Librarian Services, which combines advances in multimedia information retrieval with aspects of human-machine interfaces. Such a system can efficiently retrieve multimedia resources from a digital library.


text:
Click Here to download the "Guide to NIST Information Security Documents."
Updated: August 2009 |
*NOTE: Categories in the Families, Topic Clusters, and Legal Requirements listings are from the "Guide to NIST Information Security Documents." |
FIPS Publications are issued by NIST after approval by the Secretary of Commerce pursuant to Section 5131 of the Information Technology Reform Act of 1996 (Public Law 104-106) and the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002 (Public Law 107-347).
With the passage of the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002, there is no longer a statutory provision to allow for agencies to waive mandatory Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). Therefore, the references to the "waiver process" contained in many of the FIPS are no longer applicable.
List of current CSD Publications (Final & Draft) (right-click to save file)
[For newer publications, links to "dx.doi.org" will redirect to another NIST website. See more details about DOIs.]
| |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Back to Top |


text:
Home » Western Saddles & Tack » Show Blankets » Impact Gel Contour Diamond Plate XT Lite Gel Felt Pad
Impact Gel Contour Diamond Plate XT Lite Gel Felt PadCode: IG5000
Only $188.95
Quantity in Basket:
World's Greatest Gel Protection!The Impact Reducing Diamond Plate Series. The new breathable bladder has individual diamond shapes molded into the gel, delivering unsurpassed energy absorption.The Diamond Plate Design stops the energy wave from transferring, thereby isolating impact and reducing shock into your horse's back. This design also incorporates the Breathe Right ™ perforations, allowing air flow and increased breathability. The BEST fit and most protection in the industry. Made in the USA. "I believe in it. I use it. I don't think any other saddle pad can compete with the Impact Gel Saddle Pad" ---George Strait. 32" X 32". Black Felt. Saddle Pad Features below (click on images for a better look):
Customers who purchased this, also purchased these products: |
Special Offers & Coupons
Category Bestseller


text:
Anyone who watched the Oct. 2 debate must now acknowledge that the current president has finally been outed. Without his teleprompter and his surrogate reporters loaded with questions he approves prior to his staged appearance, he looks unquestionably clueless.
While Democrats are quick to ask his opponent Mitt Romney for specifics, Obama gets a bye. We are supposed to just trust him, but we have seen what he has done in four years. He cannot justify his failures, thus he must ask us to believe his lies.
Seniors will suffer as well as many businesses if Obamacare is left standing and there will be 16,000 more IRS agents hired to enforce the laws.
This is not your parents Democratic Party, Obama is not even Bill Clinton, and he makes Jimmy Carter look like a genius.
Gregory P. Wyandt Sr.


text:
I'd vote for Long Beach. 3000 runners is not that big - that will thin out pretty quickly and you won't feel crowded.
I don't know that I'd ever want to go through the logistical nightmare that is a mega race like NYC or Chicago, but even running something as big as Twin Cities (limited this year to 12,200 people) I'm not sure I ever felt like the crowds were impeding me other than maybe it being a little crazy at the first water stop. There were always runners around me, but I always had plenty of personal space and never felt like I had to dodge anyone.
I think that at the times I was hurting the most, having no one around would have made it really depressingly hard. And I'm someone who is usually a solitary runner.
It is also SO NICE, particularly for your first marathon when you're more nervous, to be able to cook your own dinner, sleep in your own bed, etc. the night before the race.
My wildly inconsistent PRs:
5k: 24:36 (10/20/12)
10k: 52:01 (4/28/12)
Marathon: 4:19:11 (10/2/2011)
Never ran a marathon but I have run all over chicago and chicago is FLAT. Real flat. Chicago marathon is big, tons of people on the street, it's in the fall and the weather/temp is usually perfect for it. Plus if you want to carbo-load, there ain't NO better place for it than chi-town.
Bad Ass
I'm doing Chicago. Are we going to FE?
Damaris, Marathon Maniac, Ultra Runner
Next: Space Coast Marathon
"The most powerful weapon on earth is the human soul on fire."
My first marathon was overseas (in Jerusalem, Israel; I live in the Boston area) and very hilly. But I'm crazy like that.
Lynne's Kids 5K 11/22/12 - 25:22
Jerusalem Marathon 03/01/13 - 4:53:34
Cambridge CityRun 5-Miler 04/07/13 - 42:21 (8:36.9 improvement over last year)
Boston's Run to Remember Half-Marathon 05/26/13 - 2:10:48
Newton 10K 06/02/13 - 57:01.9 (9:12.1 improvement over last year)
Lynch/Van Otterloo YMCA Firecracker 4 07/04/13 - 45:24
Weston 5-Miler 07/18/13 - 52:16.6
Mass Ave Mile 07/21/13 - 8:07
B.A.A. Half-Marathon 10/13/13 - 2:13:54
Bill's Pizzeria 5K 10/27/13 - 27:53
Fattman Chilly Cup Half-Marathon 11/10/13 - 2:28:39
Upcoming Races
Jerusalem Marathon 03/21/14
I would recommend the closer race, but I can't really do that since I've never run my home course. I have run the half though, and it was so nice to roll out of bed and make the 5-minute trek to the starting line. Good luck with whatever you decide. It's your first, so I would go with whatever is logistically easier, so you'll have less to stress about race weekend.
I would go for small-town, having done one of each so far.
Even though the "big" city race in Cleveland was logistically very smooth, the small-town race in the Adirondacks was just awesome. I parked for free within .25 mile of the start, had room and time to warm up, got in a last pee 5 minutes before the gun, and was able to go fetch warm clothes immediately after finishing. It felt like a supported training run rather than a circus.
That would be so fun!
Thanks, everyone. As of now, I think I am leaning towards the one in Long Beach.
dark streets: That is a cool web site.
T-rod: I haven't even thought of a plan yet. I want to peak at around 50-55 mpw with two rest days a week.
2014 races
Santa Anita Derby Day 5k - 5 Apr
Mountains to Beach Marathon - 25 May
I like races of 500-1,500 or so. Big enough that you are never completely alone on the course but small enough that you're not dodging people, getting spit on, getting splattered on, etc. Given a choice between a small race and a big race, I'd almost always choose the small one. I think one of the things I love about smaller races is the time you spend with other runners after the race in what becomes something of a temporary community. In large races, you get lost in the sea of humanity and unless you are there with family or friends, are just left to wander around on your own.
And, as Shirfan noted, I like parking within throwing distance of the start.
Short term goal: 17:59 5K
Mid term goal: 2:54:59 marathon
Long term goal: To say I've been a runner half my life. (I started running at age 45).
Hey Jack,
I did Long Beach as my first half in 2011 and am signed up for the full in the Fall. Overall, it's pretty well organized and flat. Chip timing with cooler stats, although I thought the t-shirt the last two years was ugly as anything. The course itself is quite flat and pretty. The race is local to me, so the drive and am traffic were expected and planned for. However, the 35 minute port-o-potty wait at the beginning was not. The parking was within 1/4-1/2 mile of the start. The half and full marathoners start at the same time, which does make it more crowded at the outset. You'll be fine as long as you start with your appropriate wave. There's a pretty nice aquarium and harbor area within walking distance, which may be nice for the kids. Let me know if you have any other more specific questions.
Damaris- I've done Surf City the last two years and have loved it both times, already registered for 2014.
I admit nothing
Has anyone seen this site? http://findmymarathon.com/ I only stumbled on it recently, so I'm not sure if its new. But it has been a nice one-stop shopping for marathons and good for comparisons. Of course they don't have details for every race just yet. Paso Robles and Long Beach: http://findmymarathon.com/compare.php?compareName1=Paso%20Robles%20Harvest%20Marathon&compareName2=Long%20Beach%20International%20Marathon Not much info on Paso Robles. But 94 finishers? That's crazy small. For my first I would probably go with Long Beach. There are certainly negatives in dealing with the big crowds, but that is part of he experience. There is something about the energy of the masses and yes even the crowds at the start and finish that is worth being a part of.
Has anyone seen this site?
I only stumbled on it recently, so I'm not sure if its new. But it has been a nice one-stop shopping for marathons and good for comparisons. Of course they don't have details for every race just yet.
Paso Robles and Long Beach:
Not much info on Paso Robles. But 94 finishers? That's crazy small.
For my first I would probably go with Long Beach. There are certainly negatives in dealing with the big crowds, but that is part of he experience. There is something about the energy of the masses and yes even the crowds at the start and finish that is worth being a part of.
I like that site for marathon shopping (and it's where I went to find out the size of the races being considered). I don't trust their calculators though.
It's definitely clear in this thread that "small" is subjective when it comes to marathons and 3000 finishers could be considered small or huge depending on your perspective.
marathon 3:39 / half 1:40
ap4: I am only about 45 min from Long Beach so I would not need a hotel. It is sounding better, though the one in Paso Robles sounds good as well. That one might be "too" small for a debut marathon.
I thought about traveling for my first, but decided to stay local, keep the logistics simple. Plus, between the Rock n Roll half and the Shamrock half, I have now run the entire course that I'll be running for my full, so that's nice. I vote for flat and better crowd support (both of which I'll have at my first too).
2014 Goals | sub-19 5k | sub-1:26 HM | BQ
Plan for it taking an extra hour longer to get to parking race morning than it took to get to the expo the day before.
© 2014 RunningAHEAD, LLC. All rights reserved. | Terms of Service | Privacy


text:
A few minutes ago Brewer Media Relations Director Mike Vassallo posted the following on Twitter:
#Brewers RHP Marco Estrada placed on the 15-day DL with a right quadriceps strain. RHP Mike McClendon to be recalled tomorrow from AAA.
— Mike Vassallo (@MikeVassallo13) May 24, 2012
I think we were all expecting Estrada to hit the DL, especially after Doug Melvin said this morning that he's expected to miss 3-4 starts. The decision to call up Mike McClendon, however, is interesting. By replacing Estrada on the roster with a reliever the Brewers are effectively acknowledging that they're planning to use Manny Parra to fill Estrada's spot in the rotation (barring another roster move). Parra pitched the second and third inning in place of Estrada yesterday, but hasn't started a major league game since August 22, 2010. Since leaving the rotation he's never thrown more than 47 pitches in a game.
Furthermore, Parra was removed from the starting rotation in 2010 for a good reason. Over the course of his career he's been much more effective as a reliever:
Split | Games | IP | ERA | K/9 | BB/9 |
As a starter | 74 | 392.1 | 5.44 | 8.1 | 4.7 |
As a reliever | 55 | 86.1 | 3.34 | 9.6 | 3.2 |
For the time being the Brewers appear to be choosing Parra over the likes of Wily Peralta, Mike Fiers or Tyler Thornburg to make this start. It remains to be seen if Parra will pitch well enough to keep one of them from taking the spot out of his hands before Estrada returns.
McClendon, by the way, has appeared in eight games and posted a 5.40 ERA with six strikeouts and eight walks over 11.2 innings since the Brewers sent him back to Nashville on May 1.


text:
We're sorry, we didn't find items that match your search. Please try again.
If you would like our assistance, please feel free to contact us at our toll free number 1-888-455-2940 or send us an e-mail
Thank you for shopping at Fabric.com.
Description: This adorable, soft and cuddly fabric has a smooth minky surface with dimple like embossing, 3 mm pile, 400 grams and is perfect for creating blankets, baby accessories, plush toys, quilt backings and more!
go to product
Description: This ultra soft and luxurious minky cuddle fabric is perfect for making ultimate minky blanket, throws, cuddly toys, lounge wear, quilt backing much more! Pile measures 3mm. Colors include shades of grey and light blue on a white background. ...
Description: This minky fabric has an extremely soft 1/2'' pile that's perfect for apparel, blankets, throws, pillows and stuffed animals. Colors include pink, brown, and sage.


text:
Film and television quotes are so entangled with our language that their origins are irrelevant to most speakers. We use Seinfeld-popularized neologisms and phrases constantly without considering how they became popular ("shrinkage," "close-talker," "not that there's anything wrong with that"). But games are a younger medium, and for a time were thought to be the realm of only children and socially-inept geeks. HA HA HA. NUH-UH! Hardcore gaming culture is wriggling its way into the mainstream as you read this (it had to make a brief stop at Hipster Town on its way, but it'll get there).
Some of our in-jokes won't ever stick to the masses (a good thing), but as time goes by, videogames will inevitably secure a stronger influence on our culture's hive-database of quotable quotes. We, however, will always be the cool kids who were irritating each other with these gaming quips before the masses fully caught on.
"You have died of dysentery." - The Oregon Trail
The first version of The Oregon Trail was developed in 19-fuggin'-71 – so it's like, really old, and stuff. It wasn't until the '80s, however, that it became the phenomenon it did. If you went to elementary school in the United States during the mid-'80s or early '90s, you probably played Oregon Trail. It was all sanctioned by the politickers ("Computers in the classroom, you say?! Well it's just so damn crazy it might work!"), but it felt like we were getting away with something when we named our settlers "Poop" and "Dick" and laughed when they died of horrible diseases. We learned nothing.
Pretty much any quote from the game deserves to be on this list, but "You have died of dysentery" is, for whatever reason, the one that became a million crappy t-shirts. But The Oregon Trail is more than that - it's a whole generation's first experience with personal computers, hunting, and infectious diseases.
"It is pitch black. You are likely to be eaten by a grue." - Zork
Like Oregon Trail, Zork is one of the great grandfathers of gaming - practically just a legend to younger gamers. Even the name "Zork" is the product of obsolete slang – it was an MIT term for an unfinished piece of software and stuck at some point during the game's development (had it not stuck, the game would have been called the far-less-compelling "Dungeon").
Though it wasn't the first game ever made, the opening paragraph of Zork I is as significant to gaming as "We the people" is to the United States:
Such succinct power! But Zork's opening lines didn't stick quite as firmly as the ominous "grue" line, which is now the stuff of bumper stickers and coffee mugs. What is a grue? Zork explains:
The grue is a sinister, lurking presence in the dark places of the earth. Its favorite diet is adventurers, but its insatiable appetite is tempered by its fear of light. No grue has ever been seen by the light of day, and few have survived its fearsome jaws to tell the tale.
"Want some Rye? 'Course ya do!" - Return to Zork
Yes, Zork again. Actually, Return to Zork - with graphics! Everyone who played this game remembers this puzzle and this old bastard with a thing for whiskey. And even if you never played the game, you've probably heard the puzzle's irritating-as-shit repeated line:
If you want to relive the frustration, check the whole sequence below:
"Wakka wakka wakka" - Pac-Man
Pac-Man is what out-of-touch reporters continue to believe videogames are, because, along with Pong and a few others, Pac-Man was a cultural phenomenon up there with hula hoops and inline skates. Is "wakka" actually a quote? Maybe not, but just about anyone can mentally recreate the game's trademark sound, and that's pretty damn insane.
"It's-a me, Mario!" - Mario Bros. Series
How many times in a row can you listen to this before you want to poke holes in your eardrums with pencils?
"But our princess is in another castle!" - Super Mario Bros.
Damn it! She's always in another damn castle! And not only that, but, as pointed out by Top Cultured, that bastard Toad thinks the whole thing is pretty fuggin' funny:


text:
Formulated to provide 100% complete and balanced nutrition for small breed adult dogs, including all the essential vitamins and minerals your dog needs for overall good health. This product does not use chicken heads, feet or intestines, and no ground yellow corn. We use real meat protein and high levels of linoleic acid for healthy skin and coat. Nutro Natural Choice Slices in Gravy Small Breed Adult Dog Food provides the premium nutrition your dog deserves for a healthy, happy and long life.
Internet Price: $30.96
Shop All Products By Nutro
Usually Leaves Warehouse the Next Business Day
3.5 oz.
Roasted Turkey & Vegetable Entrée
Case of 24
3.5 oz.
Savory Lamb & Vegetable Stew
Case of 24
3.5 oz.
Chicken & Brown Rice Entrée
Case of 24
Store Prices Vary |


text: [Federal Register: August 5, 1998 (Volume 63, Number 150)] [Proposed Rules] [Page 41769-41781] From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov] [DOCID:fr05au98-37] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Highway Administration 49 CFR Part 391 [FHWA Docket No. FHWA-98-3542] RIN 2125-AC63 Physical Qualification of Drivers; Medical Examination; Certificate AGENCY: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FHWA is seeking comments on a proposal to amend its regulation governing the examination to determine the physical condition of drivers. The FHWA takes this action in response to numerous requests from medical examiners to update and simplify the medical examination form that is currently used. This proposed action is intended to reduce the incidence of errors on such forms and to provide more uniform medical examinations of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). The current Federal physical qualification standards tested by medical examiners and recorded on the form would not be revised in this rulemaking. The FHWA is seeking comments on the proposed form. DATES: Written comments addressing this rule must be received on or before November 3, 1998. ADDRESSES: Your signed, written comments must refer to the docket number appearing at the top of this document and you must submit the comments to the Docket Clerk, U.S. DOT Dockets, Room PL-401, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590-0001. All comments received will be available for examination at the above address between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Those desiring notification of receipt of comments must include a self- addressed, stamped envelope or postcard. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. Sandra Zywokarte, (202) 366-1790, Office of Motor Carrier Standards, for information regarding the rulemaking, or Ms. Judith A. Rutledge, (202) 366-0834, Motor Carrier Law Division, Office of the Chief Counsel, for information regarding legal issues. Federal Highway Administration, Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590. Office hours are from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Electronic Access Internet users can access all comments received by the U.S. DOT Dockets, Room PL-401, by using the universal resource locator (URL): http://dms.dot.gov. It is available 24 hours each day, 365 days each year. Please follow the instructions online for more information and help. An electronic copy of this document may be downloaded using a modem and suitable communications software from the Federal Register Electronic Bulletin Board Service at (202)512-1661. Internet users may reach the Federal Register's home page at: http://www.nara.gov/nara/ fedreg and the Government Printing Office's database at: http:// www.access.gpo.gov/su__docs. Background The authority to require medical certification of CMV driver qualification was originally granted to the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) in the Motor Carrier Act of 1935. The authority was transferred to the DOT in 1966 and is currently codified at 49 U.S.C. 31502(b). The importance of physical qualification of commercial drivers was recognized in 1939 when the first regulatory medical standard was established by the ICC. Those [[Page 41770]] regulations, published June 7, 1939, required a driver to possess the following minimum qualifications: Good physical and mental health; good eyesight; adequate hearing; no addiction to narcotic drugs; and no excessive use of alcoholic beverages or liquors. The first change to this standard was initiated in 1952 and went into effect on January 1, 1954. The Certificate of Physical Evaluation required under the 1954 rule was slightly more specific than the 1939 regulation, and also required a physical examination form and a doctor's certificate. A second revision made in 1964 amended the standard to allow limb-amputee and limb-impaired drivers, who were otherwise eligible, to become medically qualified through a waiver program. On April 22, 1970, (35 FR 6458) in light of discussions with the FHWA's medical advisors, the existing physical qualification requirements were substantially tightened by including guidelines for evaluation of persons in high-risk medical categories. This rule also provided that the examining physician be given full information about the responsibilities of and the exacting demands made on commercial drivers. There have been no major changes since then. Current Medical Examination Form The current form was adopted by the DOT in 1970, recodified in 49 CFR part 391, and has undergone no changes since that time. The physical qualification regulations for drivers in interstate commerce are found at 49 CFR 391.41. Section 391.43 contains instructions to medical examiners for performing physical examinations and recording their findings. The FHWA has received numerous verbal and written requests from physicians and other medical providers who perform physical examinations of CMV drivers engaged in interstate commerce to make changes to the medical form currently used under Sec. 391.43(e). Medical practitioners have indicated that the format, layout and content of the current form are outdated, difficult to use and contain irrelevancies. For example, the health history section of the form asks about a history of fits, syphilis and gonorrhea, and nervous stomach. Such inquiries reflect outdated terminology, are vague, or are not relative to a driver's ability to operate a CMV safely. Others have suggested that the form is not adaptable to current trends in documentation such as electronic documentation. Given these comments, the FHWA has decided to initiate this proposed rulemaking action. Over the past two decades there have been substantial changes in medical technology and the technology, operating practices and economics of the motor carrier industry. These changes have affected the lifestyles of and, therefore, the physical and mental demands placed on CMV drivers. The FHWA agrees that the current form is outdated and its continued use problematic. Methods and Considerations for Developing a Revised Medical Examination Form The FHWA contracted with the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) to review and evaluate the current form, and to help develop a revised form. In order to assure that the revised form would reflect the most current medical concepts and be responsive to the needs of the groups using the forms such as the medical community and the trucking industry, the AAAM convened a working group to review the draft form. This group included two occupational health physicians, a motor carrier and Federal and State government representatives. A second draft of the form was then submitted for additional review by a correspondence review group made up of medical providers, State agency representatives, motor carriers, FHWA field staff, and other interested groups. The form revision process was defined and limited by several norms. The underlying physical qualification standards tested by medical providers and recorded on the form would not be revised in this rulemaking. In addition, the instructions for performing and recording physical examinations found in 49 CFR 391.43 would be revised only to the extent necessary to ensure that instructions to medical examiners are understandable and consistent with the information provided on the proposed medical examination form and guidance materials established by the FHWA for medical examiners. Proposed Medical Examination Form The proposed form, modeled on physical examination forms in use today, has been organized to gain simplicity and efficiency, to reflect current medical terminology and examination components and to be a self-contained document; that is, the proposed form will, to the extent possible, include all relevant information necessary to conduct the physical examination and certification. The FHWA believes its proposed revision to the form will enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the commercial driver physical qualification process. Consistent with accepted practices regarding the order of the examination, the first section of the proposed form would be completed by the driver. This section requests information on the driver's health history, seeking ``yes'' or ``no'' answers to a variety of medical condition questions. Any ``yes'' response would require further clarification by the driver. Once the form is completed, the driver would be required to sign it, affirming that all the information contained therein is accurate and complete. An additional statement indicates that inaccurate, false, or missing information may invalidate both the examination and any Medical Examiner's Certificate issued thereon. A result of such invalidation could include revocation of the driver's commercial license by the issuing State. The FHWA believes that the proposed addition of a driver certification requirement would discourage drivers from omitting or falsifying medical information and thereby would ensure the accuracy and completeness of the medical form and strengthen the overall certification process. The second section of the proposed form covers the physical examination and tests performed by the medical examiner. The medical examiner is provided with information on both the relevant Federal physical qualification standards and the tests required to measure compliance with those standards. The Federal standards and guidelines for evaluation of a driver's vision, hearing, and blood pressure are included in this section of the proposed form, thereby reducing the potential for errors by the medical examiner. Missing or inconsistent information on the examination form has been a problem according to anecdotal information provided by the motor carrier industry and other users of the form, and according to information obtained from six pilot demonstration programs to verify the six States' ability to merge the medical process with the CDL licensing process. 1 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- \1\ The pilot projects were completed in January 1995, and a final report (see docket, FHWA-97-2210) was submitted to the FHWA. On July 23, 1996, the FHWA announced (61 FR 38133) the first meeting of a negotiated rulemaking advisory committee under the Federal Advisory Committee Act and the Negotiated Rulemaking Act to consider the relevant issues and attempt to reach a consensus in developing regulations governing the proposed merger of the State-administered commercial driver's license procedures and the Federal driver physical qualification requirements. For complete information on the six pilot projects and the negotiated rulemaking advisory committee proceedings, see 59 FR 36338 (July 15,1994) and 61 FR 18713 (April 29, 1996). --------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 41771]] Unlike the current physical examination form, the proposed form clearly indicates when numerical readings must be recorded. Moreover, since the physical qualification regulations do not indicate acceptable laboratory values for the presence of protein, blood or sugar in the urine, the proposed form places the medical examiner on notice that the presence of these substances in the urine may be an indication for further testing to rule out an underlying medical condition that may be disqualifying. Space is also provided for optional tests, such as an electrocardiogram (ECG), an echocardiogram, an exercise stress test (EST) or a chest x-ray. In addition, a complete physical examination must be performed for each driver. Although the ECG and EST are considered optional, the FHWA is proposing specific recommendations for a baseline ECG at age 40, then every six years until age 55, and then every two years. In this proposal, the FHWA also recommends that an EST be given to asymptomatic individuals who are 45 years old or older and who either exhibit two or more cardiac risk factors or have a history of ischemic heart disease. These recommendations were developed during a 2-day conference on cardiac disorders and commercial drivers at the American College of Cardiology in Bethesda, Maryland in 1986. The conference was convened to assist the FHWA in developing a systematic and scientific basis for updating the cardiac standards for commercial drivers. The final report published in 1988 provided very specific recommendations for qualifying drivers with cardiovascular conditions and for screening drivers for cardiac risk factors. This cardiac conference guidance has been extensively peer reviewed and is being updated as necessary. A copy of this cardiac conference guidance is contained in the docket for public inspection. A full page of the proposed form is devoted to instruction and recordation of the medical examiner's findings. The medical certificate is also provided, and must be completed by the medical examiner if he or she finds that the driver meets all the Federal physical qualification requirements. The third section of the proposed form not only sets forth the Federal physical qualification standards found at 49 CFR 391.41, but also contains more detailed information for the medical examiner regarding the driver's role and the types of duties he or she may face as a result of his or her employment. The FHWA believes that this information is valuable to the medical examiner in making a determination of physical qualification, and that such information may not have been provided to medical examiners in the past because it was not included on the current medical examination form. This section also contains the FHWA's guidelines to help medical examiners assess a driver's physical qualification. These guidelines are strictly advisory and were established by the FHWA after consultation with physicians, States, and industry representatives. In addition to the revisions to 49 CFR 391.43 proposed in this NPRM, the FHWA is making technical corrections to paragraphs (d) and (g) of that section. The FHWA's primary concern is to enhance safety on the Nation's highways, not to unnecessarily limit the employment opportunities of individuals with physical impairments. To the fullest extent possible, consistent with its safety mandate and regulations, the FHWA is interested in promoting individual determinations of medical qualification to operate a CMV. The intent of this proposal is to facilitate medical providers' efforts to establish, and document in a clear and understandable way, the physical qualification of a driver to operate a CMV. Consequently, the FHWA requests comments from individuals, medical providers, motor carriers, and all other interested parties on the proposed medical examination form. The information should include, but need not be limited to, information on how to improve the proposed examination form and instructions for performing and recording physical examinations. Rulemaking Analyses and Notices All comments received before the close of business on the comment closing date indicated above will be considered and will be available for examination in the docket room at the above address. Comments received after the comment closing date will be filed in the docket and will be considered to the extent practicable, but the FHWA may issue a final rule at any time after the close of the comment period. In addition to the late comments, the FHWA will also continue to file in the docket relevant information that becomes available after the comment closing date, and interested persons should continue to examine the docket for new material. Executive Order 12866 (Regulatory Planning and Review) and DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures The FHWA has determined that the proposed action, if implemented, would not be a significant regulatory action under Executive Order 12866 or significant under the regulatory policies and procedures of the DOT. It is anticipated that the economic impact of this proposed rule would be minimal because the use of existing printed supplies of the forms addressed in this action will be allowed until the forms are depleted, or until 12 months after the date of publication of this rulemaking in the Federal Register, whichever occurs first. Allowing the use of existing forms would avert substantial monetary loss by motor carriers, medical providers, and vendors of forms that might otherwise result from this rulemaking. Moreover, the proposed action would facilitate regulatory uniformity and result in easier compliance with and enforcement of the driver qualification requirements of the FMCSRs. The proposed form would, to the extent possible, include all relevant information necessary to establish and record the physical qualification of a driver to operate a CMV. As a result, the FHWA believes that this rulemaking would have a positive economic impact. That is, time and cost burdens on truck and bus companies would not increase and, indeed, such burdens on medical examiners could actually decrease. Therefore, a full regulatory evaluation is not required. Regulatory Flexibility Act In compliance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601- 612, the FHWA is evaluating the effects of this proposal on small entities. The FHWA believes that this proposed action, if implemented, would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities or the nation's economy because it would allow individual small carriers, medical providers and vendors of the form to use the forms they now have on hand until those supplies have been depleted, or until 12 months after the date of publication of this rulemaking in the Federal Register. To the extent that the proposed revised form would facilitate compliance with driver qualification requirements, the projected positive economic impact is not expected to be sufficiently significant to warrant a full regulatory evaluation. The FHWA intends to further evaluate the economic consequences of this proposal on small entities, however, in light of the [[Page 41772]] comments received in response to this notice of proposed rulemaking. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 The FHWA will analyze any proposed rule to determine whether it would result in the expenditure by State, local, and tribal governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector, of $100 million or more in any one year, as required by the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1532). Executive Order 12612 (Federalism Assessment) This proposed rulemaking, if promulgated, would amend Part 391 of the FMCSRs (Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations) pertaining to the physical qualification and examination of drivers. This proposal has been analyzed in accordance with the principles and criteria contained in Executive Order 12612. Nothing in this proposal would preempt any State law or regulation. This proposal would not limit the policy making discretion of the States. Therefore, the FHWA has determined that this proposal does not have sufficient federalism implications to warrant the preparation of a separate Federalism Assessment. Executive Order 12372 (Intergovernmental Review) Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Program Number 20.217, Motor Carrier Safety. The regulations implementing Executive Order 12372 regarding intergovernmental consultation on Federal programs and activities do not apply to this program. National Environmental Policy Act The agency has analyzed this action for the purposes of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), and has determined that this action will not have any effect on the quality of the environment. Paperwork Reduction Act The information collection requirements that would be imposed as a result of this rulemaking are being submitted to the OMB for approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. 3501- 3520. This rulemaking proposes a revision of a form used to collect medical information about drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). Title: Medical Qualifications Requirements. Affected Public: Approximately 400,000 motor carriers and 500,000 medical examiners. Abstract: Medical examiners are required to perform examinations of CMV drivers who operate in interstate commerce. The results must be recorded substantially in accordance with the instructions and the form found at 49 CFR 391.43. Medical examiners are also required to fill out a medical certificate upon completing an examination. The certificate affirms that the driver is medically qualified to drive a CMV in interstate commerce. Under 49 CFR 391.51 and 398.3, motor carriers are required to retain the medical examiner's certificate in the driver's qualification file for 3 years. Need: To ensure that only physically qualified CMV drivers operate in interstate commerce. Requested Time Period of Approval: The information collection for this item, OMB Control Number, 2125-0080, was last approved by OMB on September 2, 1997. It is valid through September 30, 2000. Estimated Annual Burden: Based on an estimate of 5,500,000 interstate CMV drivers, the annual time burden upon medical examiners and motor carriers for examinations and recordkeeping would be approximately 412,500 hours. This is a decrease of 46,605 hours from the burden under the previous form. Comments are invited on any aspect of the proposed collection of information, including but not limited to: (1) The necessity and utility of the information collection for the proper performance of the functions of the FHWA; (2) the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the collected information; and (4) ways to minimize the collection burden without reducing the quality of the collected information. Regulation Identification Number A regulation identification number (RIN) is assigned to each regulatory action listed in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations. The Regulatory Information Service Center publishes the Unified Agenda in April and October of each year. The RIN contained in the heading of this document can be used to cross reference this action with the Unified Agenda. List of Subjects in 49 CFR Part 391 Driver qualifications--physical examinations, Highway safety, Motor carriers, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Safety, Transportation. Issued: July 29, 1998. Kenneth R. Wykle, Federal Highway Administrator. In consideration of the foregoing, the FHWA proposes to amend title 49, CFR, chapter III, part 391 as follows: PART 391--QUALIFICATIONS OF DRIVERS [REVISED] 1. The authority citation for part 391 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 504, 31133, 31136, and 31502; and 49 CFR 1.48. 2. Section 391.43 is amended in paragraphs (d), (f), (g), and (h), to read as follows: Sec. 391.43 Medical examination; certificate of physical qualification. * * * * * (d) Any driver authorized to operate a commercial motor vehicle within an exempt intracity zone pursuant to Sec. 391.62 of this part shall furnish the examining medical examiner with a copy of the medical findings that led to the issuance of the first certificate of medical examination which allowed the driver to operate a commercial motor vehicle wholly within an exempt intracity zone. (e) * * * (f) The medical examination shall be performed, and its results shall be recorded, substantially in accordance with the following instructions and examination form. Existing forms may be used until current printed supplies are depleted or until (Insert date 12 months after the date of publication in the Federal Register), whichever occurs first. INSTRUCTIONS FOR PERFORMING AND RECORDING PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS The medical examiner must be familiar with 49 CFR 391.41, Physical qualifications for drivers, and should review these instructions before performing the physical examination. Answer each question ``yes'' or ``no'' and record numerical readings where indicated on the physical examination form. The medical examiner must be aware of the rigorous physical, mental, and emotional demands placed on the driver of a commercial motor vehicle. In the interest of public safety, the medical examiner is required to certify that the driver does not have any physical, mental, or organic condition that might affect the driver's ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely. General information. The purpose of this history and physical examination is to detect the presence of physical, mental, or organic conditions of such a character and extent as to affect the driver's ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely. The examination should be conducted carefully and should at least include all of the information requested in the following form. History of certain conditions may be cause for rejection, indicate the need for further testing, and/or require evaluation by a specialist. Conditions may be recorded which do not, because of their character or degree, indicate that certification of physical fitness should be denied. However, these conditions should be discussed with the driver and he/she should be advised to take the necessary [[Page 41773]] steps to insure correction, particularly of those conditions which, if neglected, might affect the driver's ability to drive safely. General appearance and development. Note marked overweight. Note any postural defect, perceptible limp, tremor, or other conditions that might be caused by alcoholism, thyroid intoxication or other illnesses. Head-eyes. When other than the Snellen chart is used, the results of such test must be expressed in values comparable to the standard Snellen test. If the driver wears corrective lenses for driving, these should be worn while driver's visual acuity is being tested. If appropriate, indicate the driver's need to wear corrective lenses to meet the vision standard on the Medical Examiner's Certificate by checking the box, ``Qualified only when wearing corrective lenses.'' In recording distance vision use 20 feet as normal. Report all vision as a fraction with 20 as the numerator and the smallest type read at 20 feet as the denominator. Monocular drivers are not qualified to operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce. The use of contact lenses should be noted on the form and there should be sufficient evidence of good tolerance of and adaptation to their use. Ears. Note evidence of any ear disease, symptoms of aural vertigo, or Meuniere's Syndrome. When recording hearing, record distance from patient at which a forced whispered voice can first be heard. For the whispered voice test, the individual should be stationed at least 5 feet from the examiner with the ear being tested turned toward the examiner. The other ear is covered. Using the breath which remains after a normal expiration, the examiner whispers words or random numbers such as 66, 18, 23, etc. The examiner should not use only sibilants (s-sounding test materials). The opposite ear should be tested in the same manner. If the individual fails the whispered voice test, the audiometric test should be administered. For the audiometric test, record decibel loss at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz. Average the decibel loss at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz and 2,000 Hz and record as described on the form. If the individual fails the audiometric test and the whispered voice test has not been administered, the whispered voice test should be performed to determine if the standard applicable to that test can be met. Throat. Note any irremediable deformities likely to interfere with breathing or swallowing. Heart. Note murmurs and arrhythmias, and any history of an enlarged heart, congestive heart failure, or cardiovascular disease that is accompanied by syncope, dyspnea, or collapse. Indicate onset date, diagnosis, medication, and any current limitation. An electrocardiogram (ECG), exercise stress test (EST) and other tests are required when findings so indicate. It is recommended that a baseline ECG be done at age 40, then every 6 years until age 55, then every 2 years thereafter, and an EST be done at age 45 if the individual manifests one or more cardiac risk factors or has a history of ischemic heart disease. Blood pressure(BP). If a driver has hypertension and/or is being medicated for hypertension, he or she should be recertified more frequently. An individual diagnosed with mild hypertension (initial BP is greater than 160/90 but below 181/105) should be certified for one 3-month period and should be recertified on an annual basis thereafter if his or her BP is reduced. An individual diagnosed with moderate to severe hypertension (initial BP is greater than 180/104) should not be certified until the BP has been reduced to the mild range (below 181/105). At that time, a 3-month certification can be issued. Once the driver has reduced his or her BP to below 161/91, he or she should be recertified every 6 months thereafter. Lungs. Note abnormal chest wall expansion, respiratory rate, breath sounds including wheezes or alveolar rales, impaired respiratory function, dyspnea, or cyanosis. Abnormal finds on physical exam may require further testing such as pulmonary tests and/or x-ray of chest. Abdomen and Viscera. Note enlarged liver, enlarged spleen, abnormal masses, bruits, hernia, and significant abdominal wall muscle weakness and tenderness. If the diagnosis suggests that the condition might interfere with the control and safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle, further testing and evaluation is required. Genital-urinary and rectal examination. A urinalysis is required. Protein, blood or sugar in the urine may be an indication for further testing to rule out any underlying medical problems. Note hernias or severe hemorrhoids. A condition causing discomfort should be evaluated to determine the extent to which the condition might interfere with the control and safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Neurological. Note impaired equilibrium, coordination, or speech pattern; paresthesia; asymmetric deep tendon reflexes; sensory or positional abnormalities; abnormal patellar and Babinski's reflexes; ataxia. Abnormal neurological responses may be an indication for further testing to rule out an underlying medical condition. Any neurological condition should be evaluated for the nature and severity of the condition, the degree of limitation present, the likelihood of progressive limitation, and the potential for sudden incapacitation. In instances where the medical examiner has determined that more frequent monitoring of a condition is appropriate, a certificate for a shorter period should be issued. Spine, musculoskeletal. Previous surgery, deformities, limitation of motion, and tenderness should be noted. Findings may indicate additional testing and evaluation should be conducted. Extremities. Carefully examine upper and lower extremities and note any loss or impairment of leg, foot, toe, arm, hand, or finger. Note any deformities, atrophy, paralysis, partial paralysis, clubbing, edema, or hypotonia. If a hand or finger deformity exists, determine whether prehension and power grasp are sufficient to enable the driver to maintain steering wheel grip and to control other vehicle equipment during routine and emergency driving operations. If a foot or leg deformity exists, determine whether sufficient mobility and strength exist to enable the driver to operate pedals properly. In the case of any loss or impairment to an extremity which may interfere with the driver's ability to operate a commercial motor vehicle safely, the medical examiner should state on the medical certificate ``medically unqualified unless accompanied by a limb waiver.'' The driver must then apply to the Regional Director of Motor Carriers, in the region in which the driver has legal residence, for a limb waiver under Sec. 391.49. Laboratory and Other Testing. Other test(s) may be indicated based upon the medical history or findings of the physical examination. Diabetes. If insulin is necessary to control a diabetic driver's condition, the driver is not qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce. If mild diabetes is present and it is controlled by use of an oral hypoglycemic drug and/or diet and exercise, it should not be considered disqualifying. However, the driver must remain under adequate medical supervision. Upon completion of the examination, the medical examiner must date and sign the form, provide his/her full name, office address and telephone number. The completed medical examination form shall be retained on file at the office of the medical examiner. BILLING CODE 4910-22-P [[Page 41774]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.001 [[Page 41775]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.002 [[Page 41776]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.003 [[Page 41777]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.004 [[Page 41778]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.005 [[Page 41779]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.006 [[Page 41780]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.007 [[Page 41781]] (g) If the medical examiner finds that the person he/she examined is physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Sec. 391.41(b), the medical examiner shall complete a certificate in the form prescribed in paragraph (h) of this section and furnish one copy to the person who was examined and one copy to the motor carrier that employs him/her. (h) The medical examiner's certificate shall be substantially in accordance with the following form. Existing forms may be used until current printed supplies are depleted or until (insert date 12 months after the date of publication in the Federal Register), whichever occurs first. [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP05AU98.008 [FR Doc. 98-20919 Filed 8-4-98; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-22-C


text:
Thanksgiving Stuffing
Categories: Breads, Recipes, Thanksgiving
Tags: , Allergy Friendly, Fall, Gluten-Free Stuffing, Stuffing, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian Stuffing
Use my Jules Gluten Free™ Bread Mix, with one of my loaf bread recipes or consider this an opportunity to get rid of that rock hard gluten-free loaf in your freezer! Follow the directions below to dry out the bread cubes before proceeding with the stuffing recipe. Modify any ingredients or spices that don't suit your tastes and make this recipe your own.
For even more tips and methods, check out my stuffing-making video!
Blessings to you and yours, as we give thanks for good gluten-free stuffing, and so many other things this Thanksgiving!
- 6 cups gluten-free bread cubes
- 2 cups chopped and peeled apples
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup flaxseed meal
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 tsp. rubbed sage
- 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1/2 cup butter or non-dairy alternative (e.g. Earth Balance® Buttery Sticks)
- 1 cup ± gluten-free vegetable broth (Imagine Foods® Organic Vegetable Broth is currently gluten free; Celifibr® Bouillon Cubes are also gluten free or try Savory Choice Concentrated Broths)
Preheat oven to 300º F.
Cube bread slices and spread in a single layer onto a cookie sheet. Bake for 10 — 15 minutes, or until the cubes are dry.
In a large skillet, melt the butter, then add the carrots, celery and onion until tender. Add the spices, salt and pepper. Set aside.
Add the dried bread cubes, chopped apple, nuts, berries and flaxseed to a large bowl and mix. Add the carrot-onion mixture and stir well. Pour entire mixture into a large baking dish with a lid. Pour vegetable broth over the mixture and stir, adding more broth as necessary to make a moist stuffing. Cover and bake at 375º F for approximately 30 minutes.
22 Comments
We'd love to hear yours!
Rhonda Daniels said: on October 17, 2010
Thanks Jules, I can't wait to try this! I was going to miss stuffing this year and hadn't thought about using the frozen GF brick taking up freezer space. I usually toss in some fresh snipped rosemary into my stuffing too-it's lovely with the apples
Jules said: on October 19, 2010
Oh goodness, that sounds delicious!!!
Linda said: on November 18, 2011
Greetings all!
I just finished making my turkey dressing croutons. I made two loaves of Jules Bread Mix with the following additions.
To each loaf I added 2Tbs sage; 1 tsp ground nutmeg; and 2Tbs flaxseed.
Made the bread as package directs; but I butter the crust when it's done to keep a bit softer.
cut loaves into 1″ cubes; bake at 400 F for 10 min. It's ready for stuffing recipe.
The spices can be adjusted to your taste. LOVE this bread anyway it's made!!! Thanks, Jules!!!-
Jules said: on November 20, 2011
Linda – sounds heavenly! I can almost smell it from here! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours and enjoy that bread & stuffing!!!
Mary Lou Balts said: on October 29, 2010
This recipe is very similar to mine. In addition, I mix about 1/4 cup of maple syrup after everything is mixed. This adds a little sweetness with the tart apples and cranberries. Enjoy!
Jules said: on October 30, 2010
yum! That sounds amazing!
Bjohn said: on November 20, 2010
Jules, I was reading the Oct/Nov Living Without magazine that has your recipes and article in it. In that article, you offered a recipe for stuffing that basically has all of the ingredients in the recipe above but just in different quantities. (Also, the one above calls for butter and the magazine version calls for olive oil.)Not to put you on the spot, but I'm curious which version you prefer….?? Is the magazine version an updated (perfected) version of the one above?
Jules said: on November 20, 2010
The one in the magazine is the same one from my new book, Free for All Cooking, so it's my newer version, so to speak. Both are great, and as with any stuffing, itshould be an amalgamation of the flavors and ingredients you like best!
charlene Schuler said: on November 20, 2010
The gluten free stuffing sounds great. What does the flax seed do and do you need that? Also, Whole Foods has gluten free sage stuffing (bread cube) in bags ready to go. Have you tried these?
Jules said: on November 20, 2010
Flax seeds, ground into meal, add a tremendous amount of nutrition, even in such small quantities. I like the nutty flavor as well, but it could easily be omitted. I have not yet tried the Whole Foods stuffing cubes, but I've been to the Whole Foods GF Bakehouse a few times to visit my friend Lee Tobin, who runs the facility, and I've seen these being baked all year long! I'm sure they're good and sounds like they may already have some of the herbs and spices you'd want for stuffing in the bread. It's worth a try!
Marylyn said: on October 27, 2013
I love the Whole Foods bread cubes but I chop them up a little more in my food processor. I also use gluten free cornbread crumbled .
Jules Shepard said: on October 27, 2013
Good tips, Marylyn!
Michelle Greene said: on October 19, 2012
Jules, my son has a HUGE apple allergy (triggers a migraine in less than 30 minutes if he consumes apple in any form – fruit, juice, vinegar – so I'm wondering if you can substitute pears or something else in this recipe? Just omitting 2 whole cups of ingredient from the recipe would definitely reduce your yield as well as leave the flavor a bit lacking. I would really like to go as gluten-free this Thanksgiving as I can to show my family you can still eat well, even when you omit gluten (and casein and soy)!! Thanks!!
Jules said: on October 19, 2012
Hi Michelle – pears would be lovely in this recipe! I think I might try it that way this year, too! Best of luck as you go GF this Thanksgiving – you definitely have the right attitude! It's absolutely possible (and can be quite easy!) to still eat well, even GFCF and soy-free!
Dallen said: on October 27, 2013
I make a gluten free cornbread with celery and onion in the batter. Then I add sage, salt, 8 eggs, 2 or 3 cups of chicken broth. It tastes like Grandmothers stuffing.
Jules Shepard said: on October 27, 2013
Wonderful, Dallen! Thanks so much for sharing your Grandmother's secrets to stuffing success!!! Have a wonderful holiday!
01. Nov, 2010
[...] (PS- Need a good stuffing recipe, try mine!) [...]
22. Nov, 2010
[...] Stuffing [...]
26. Nov, 2010
[...] may not sound all that exciting, but I was positively jubilant when I made some seriously delicious stuffing on Thanksving, thanks in no small part to some intensely flavorful vegetable [...]
21. Nov, 2011
[...] we have lots of bread crumb options for making gluten free stuffing. Jules Gluten Free has a great Thanksgiving stuffing recipe that I highly recommend. Organic Creamery Goat [...]
15. Nov, 2012
[...] Recipe adapted from Jules Gluten Free™. [...]
24. Oct, 2013
[…] we have lots of bread crumb options for making gluten free stuffing. Jules Gluten Free has a great Thanksgiving stuffing recipe that I highly […]
Leave a Comment
Here's your chance to speak.


text:
Hi: 16° Lo:1° 7 day
A DIFFERENCE of more than £2million between the council's costing of Redditch United's relocation proposals and the club's own predictions has emerged.
It was revealed on Tuesday (December 3), Redditch Borough Council's calculations show the authority stands to lose upwards of £1.5million if the scheme is given the green light, compared to chairman Chris Swan's claims they would profit by £600,000.
Valuations presented by Mr Swan at an overview and scrutiny meeting show three developers estimated the land off Bromsgrove Road currently used by the football club, which would be sold for housing to allow them to move to a new site in Washford, was worth around £5million.
The sale would enable the £3.5million costs of building the new stadium and the associated financial implications to be covered while still allowing the council to profit.
But Coun Phil Mould said the £5million valuation did not allow for the 40 per cent social housing which the council would need to ask for on the site and was based on almost 80 homes being built there, but highways chiefs had advised with the current access arrangements there could only be up to 50.
He said this would result in the land only being worth £2million - although the council declined a request to release the amount the land was independently valued at saying it was not permitted to do so - which would see them £1.5million out of pocket.
John Godwin, head of leisure, said additional costings such as any Section 106 agreement reached on the site - which would see a developer paying a lump sum towards improving the infrastructure nearby - and highways issues such as a £500,000 roundabout needed at the Washford site would result in a funding shortfall of between £1.5 and £1.7 million.
Mr Swan said a full cost plan, a five-year business plan, full design, risk assessment and financial summary to evaluate the project had been completed.
"The council would retain the freehold of the new ground and receive rental income from the club.
"Redditch Borough Council should be helping the football club, not killing it."
Following the meeting, he added: "If we all work together we could have a world-class sporting facility that would not only give our town football team a sustainable future but also allow at least 1,000 youngsters a week play, as well as allowing many more girls, ladies and disabled people to participate in what is our national sport."
1 Cannabis plants seized in Matchborough
2 Man suffers burns after crash in Studley
3 CCTV released after unprovoked attack
4 Redditch rail users facing delays and cancellations
5 MP defends voting for hospital closure clause
EVIDENCE used to decide the future of house
POLITICIANS in Redditch can learn from Nelson Mandela's
A WOMAN from Redditch has been found dead
CHILDREN told the story of young shepherds who
HUNDREDS of people enjoined the annual Britain's Big Breakfast which ...
AS WE get ready to launch the Worcester Observer next ...
THE FUTURE of the Greig Centre in Alcester has been ...
A MISSING man from Pershore has been found dead in ...


text:
- Home
- Events & Classes
- About
- Locations
- Kids
- Teens
- Adults
- Using the Library
eReader Guide - Android Phones and Tablets
Getting Started with Android
What works?
- EPUB format eBooks
What do you need?
- OverDrive Media Console app for Android
- An Adobe ID (publishing industry ID standard that opens access to free library eBooks)
- Step-by-step instructions from OverDrive
Return eBooks before their expiration date
eBooks returned early via the Android app will disappear from My Account within 5 minutes of their early return
- Tap and hold the eBook you want to return
- Tap 'Delete' to display the return options
- Tap 'Return and Delete'


text:
- Details
More Details Nike SB and Paul Rodriguez team up again to bring you the highly anticipated Nike SB P-Rod 5 skate shoe in the black on black and mint colorway designed with comfort in mind, featuring a TPU reinforced suede upper that's soft and flexible, yet ultra durable. The entire shoe features Nike signature "No Sew Construction" with minimal stitching for maximum durability and life-span and fewer pressure points for added comfort. Best of all, the P-Rod by Nike SB 5 midsole contains Lunarlon cushioning, the same stuff that's in Nike's high performance running shoes. The Lunarlon midsole is made from blown EVA rubber and designed to help reduce heavy impact. With the P-Rod 5, Paul Rodriguez continues his emphasis on moving skate technology forward without sacrificing style or skate functionality. - P-Rod by Nike SB 5th addition to the Nike SB P-Rod skate shoe series.
- Black, black and mint colorway.
- Cupsole construction.
- TPU reinforced suede upper.
- No Sew Construction.
- Seamless toe cap.
- Lunarlon midsole.
- Diamond Flex outsole.
- Perforated sides and below the tongue.
- Padded collar and lightly padded tongue.
- Mesh material on tongue.
- Imported.
- Reviews
- Tag It


text:
Jr Blues Down Rivals Park Hill South |
School Age - Boys |
The Jr. Blues started quickly when they spun the ball wide to wing Brandon Sullivan who raced down the sideline to score one minute into the match. Sam Baker made the conversion and the Jr. Blues led 7-0. The Jr. Blues scored again 15 minutes into the first half making it 14-0 after a difficult sideline conversion by Baker. Park Hill South hit a penalty to make the score 14-3 with ten minutes to go in the first half, and that's how the half ended. Park Hill South came out quick in the second half and scored a try ten minutes into the second half, making it 14-8. But that was as close as they'd come, as the Jr. Blues struck back midway through the second half when scrumhalf Matt Edelman took a quick tap penalty and dove over the line. Baker hit the conversion to seal the win at 21-8. Both teams had opportunities in the last 15 minutes, but neither team converted them into points. "It was a good, hard-fought match by both teams," said KC assistant Chris Lawler. |