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Someone left homemade 'acid bombs' in the front yard of an African-American woman this weekend in Orange County.
The woman told police she thinks it was racially motivated...police say there's no evidence yet of a hate crime.
The Orange County Human Relations Commission says African-Americans have been the most targeted victims of hate crimes, despite making up only a small portion of the population in the OC.
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Report for the Week Ending March 10
The Rivermen opened up their six-game road trip with a 1-3-0 record last week.
Mar. 5 – 2-0 L at Lake Erie
Calvin Pickard stopped all 25 Rivermen shots to earn the shutout and David van der Gulik scored the game-winning goal to help Lake Erie defeat Peoria 2-0 on Tuesday night. Brian Sutherby added an insurance marker in the third period. Jake Allen stopped 19 out of 21 in the loss. Both teams combined to go 0-for-7 on the power play.
Mar. 7 – 3-2 W at Lake Erie
The Rivermen went 2-for-6 on the man advantage, snapping an 0-for-25 drought, in a 3-2 win over the Monsters on Thursday night. Trevor Lewis scored his first AHL goal in the third period to give Peoria the game-winning tally. Mark Cundari and Derek Nesbitt also scored goals for the Rivermen. Mike McKenna made 26 saves for the victory.
Mar. 9 – 3-1 L at Hamilton
Peoria took 43 shots on goal, but were only able to beat Hamilton goaltender Robert Mayer once in a 3-1 loss to the Bulldogs on Saturday. Patrick Holland scored twice and Joey Tenute had a three-point night for Hamilton. Mike McKenna stopped 25 shots in a losing effort. The Rivermen went 0-for-5 on the power play.
Mar. 10 – 4-1 L at Toronto
Paul Karpowich made 26 saves in his AHL debut but the Rivermen lost 4-1 to the Toronto Marlies on Sunday. Derek Nesbitt scored a goal for the third straight contest. Peoria was outshot 30-21 in the game, and they went 0-for-4 on the man advantage.
Rivermen Notes
- Derek Nesbitt took 25 shots on goal in Peoria's four games last week. He leads the team with 187 shots on goal, an average of 3.4 shots per game.
- T.J. Hensick leads the club with 52 points (14G, 38A).
- Chris Bruton leads the Rivermen with 105 PIM. Mark Cundari is second with 68.
- Peoria now has a record of 25-27-4-3.
The Rivermen will conclude a six-game road trip next week with contests against Milwaukee on Wednesday and Rockford on Saturday. Games can be heard on CD Country 107.9 FM. For game updates follow @rivsgameday on Twitter

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Mesa Fire Station No. 219 opened in May 2012, but the interior of the new building is worth a look.
According to firechief.com, the LEED-certified station at 3361 S. Signal Butte Rd. was built at a cost of $3.3 million.
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This book was discussed at the Just Desserts meeting on March 31st, 2011. Whether or not you attended the actual meeting, you are welcome to share your own thoughts and opinions about this book (and series) in a reply comment to this blog post, below.
Join us next on April 28th, 2011, at South Branch Library (6:30 p.m.), as we discuss author Craig Johnson's Cold Dish, the first in a popular new series that's already seen six volumes released. Additional titles for upcoming months' discussions have also been posted to the Book Groups page on the libraries' BookGuide web site.
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A screening of The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest, the final film in the Millennium Trilogy, immediately followed by a discussion of all three books and films in the series!
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Shirt 15 for Mings
Ipswich Town's new recruit Tyrone Mings has signed an 18 month contract, and has been handed the number 15 shirt.
Mings was at the Southampton Academy between the ages of 8 and 15 when he played alongside Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who is now at Arsenal. More recently Mings played for Yate Town and Chippenham Town in the Southern League.
Ipswich boss Mick McCarthy said 'He's quick, he's 6 foot 3 inches, he loves a tackle. He's only 19 but plays the game like a bloke. He's a good talker, organises, and we're delighted to have him'.


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Will wind run off our biggest industry?
The seed industry depends on pollination to create the next generation of seed. But they depend on the pollen to come from the male row of corn next to the female rows. Not from the field corn three miles away.
Industrial wind turbines create a disturbance in the wind patterns for three to four miles.
Tipton County is home to a number of seed-producing businesses:
Legg Seeds – Surrounded by industrial wind turbines
Monsanto – Surrounded by industrial wind turbines
Pierce Grain – Surrounded by industrial wind turbines
Becks Seeds – juwi wants to surround its Tipton County fields with industrial wind turbines.
Campbell Seeds – juwi want to surround its fields with industrial wind turbines.
Pioneer Seeds – E-on wants to surround its Tipton County fields with industrial wind turbines.
Are the IWTs going to run the biggest industry the county has off to another country like Brazil? Has anyone thought about why none of the above seed companies have joined the industrial wind turbine generation? Or has the industrial wind turbine generation thought about running their farm with Brazilian seed and a $600-per-bushel added fee for transportation?
Let's support our local industry that truly is agricultural in nature.
Say no to the Prairie Breeze Wind Farm. Say no to further wind farm development in Tipton County.
Show your opposition by wearing white to the BZA hearing at 5 p.m. on March 20 at the Tipton High School auditorium. And speak out against the plan for wind farm development in the county.
John West, Sharpsville
Preparing taxes a waste of time, money
Have you completed your 2012 income tax form(s) yet? How long did you spend gathering all your receipts needed to prepare your income tax return? If you prepared your own tax return, how much more time was required? If you engaged a professional tax preparer, how much did it cost you? Just complying with the income tax is a real burden. Doesn't this bother you just a little bit?
In a FairTax White Paper written by Karen Walby, Ph.D. and revised in 2012, one finds for every $4 paid in income tax by individuals, it costs the tax payer $5. For businesses it's even worse; it costs the business $143 to send $100 to Uncle Sam. A staggering $431 billion annually is wasted just paying our tax bill. And the mental anguish for months as well as lost sleep; it's so unnecessary.
If the income tax was replaced with the FairTax, the government would receive the same tax money, we wouldn't waste $431 billion annually, and there would be no tax return forms to complete. April 15 would become just another nice spring day. Yes, America can have this.
Call and email your representative and senators; tell them you want the income tax replaced with the FairTax.
Glen E. Terrell (email@example.com), Arlington, TX
Wind evaluations by public officials
It is my observation that wind farms have created havoc in Tipton County and are on the verge of creating a mess in Howard County. Based on my research, the current setback requirements of 1,042 feet near residential areas are totally inadequate to protect human life, home values and the environment. The proponents of wind farms say there is "no conclusive evidence of any negative impact." Unfortunately, their studies eliminate the statistics that do not fit their models.
There are homes in the Wildcat Township of Tipton County that are surrounded by these 500-foot-tall wind turbines. These turbines are about 150 feet taller than the old Kokomo Gas Plant Tower.
I would propose that wind turbines should be installed exactly 1,042 feet from the residences of our public officials who serve on the Howard County Board of Commissioners and the Plan Commission Board. Their personal evaluations would be invaluable to the future development of wind farms near residential areas.
Darrell Pennycoff, Sharpsville


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(916) 817-1490
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LUNCH: Monday - Sunday 11:30am to 4pm
HAPPY HOUR: Monday - Friday 3pm to 8pm
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Chops Steak Seafood & Bar of Sacramento is an award-winning restaurant and bar. Locally owned, Chops specializes in classic Midwestern, corn fed, dry aged beef and the freshest seafood. Our prime ribs, steaks and chops are dry aged up to 28 days in our aging facility then hand trimmed and cut to
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We had the steak and lobster and
the spinach stuffed mushrooms. Everything was cooked to perfection and very tasty."
Dined on 8/29/2014
Downhill slide not as good as it
used to be the chicken was cooked before they reheated it to serve me The restaurant was empty when we got there and we still waited to sit down the waiter and bartender did not know how to make a drink"
Dined on 8/28/2014
We dined with a party of 4 on
Sunday August, 24. We were seated in a comfortable booth and greeted promptly by our server, (aka: manager: Brian). We were advised of the option of ordering off of the lunch menu or the brunch menu. The four of us ordered different entrees, 2 lunch and 2 brunch. Each entrée was presented beautifully and tasted very good. Support staff was very attentive. We were pleased to see a significant improvement overall as compared to our last dining experience at this establishment. Good job! Thank you!"
Dined on 8/24/2014
Food was over cooked and dry. NOT
a children friendly restaurant either."
Dined on 8/23/2014
Excellent food with excellent
service combined to make this a great anniversary experience."
Dined on 8/20/2014
I have always been a huge fan of
Chops, but the last few visits have been very disappointing. On the last visit, steak was ordered med rare and received medium to well done. They offered to replace, but who wants to sit with your sides and wait for another steak. Broccoli was hard and undercooked. They have changed the menu and only offer three types of steak which does not include the steakhouse classic ribeye. The server was friendly and helpful, just a little slow refilling waters, completing checking etc. we will not be returning to this location."
Dined on 8/17/2014
Normally I go to their store in
downtown Sacramento. However, I really liked this location in Folsom."
Dined on 8/15/2014
We went because we had a free
dinner for your birthday coupon. Service was slow. We had ask for our water more than once. Had to ask for the bread. Menu had just changed but the online menu was the same. Could get the large porterhouse steak anymore. My steak was prepared well but tough and hard to cut. The lobster was fair but a little dry and chewy. Did not come with butter or anything. My wife's risotto came out before the cook was finished cooking it. It was running and missing the peas and cheese. The guy plating the food put it out before the cook was finished cooling it. We probably won't go back because it is expensive but the price would be ok but the food and service was 2 stars."
Dined on 8/5/2014
Weak drinks, horrible servic, the
steak was bland.... Seriously I found myself wanting A1 sauce, unheard of at any other Streak House Ive been to. The steaks were over cooked, and we only saw our waitress three times during our dining experence. It is shameful to have such a nice location and to serve such poor food. Close this place and put in a Morton's or even a Black Angus."
Dined on 8/1/2014
My husband and I chose to come
hereforour 2nd wedding anniversary and. It was wonderful. The food was great and not ridiculous portions (I.e. Too small or too large) and the service was very attentive. Would surly reccomend to anyone who appriciates good food."
Dined on 7/27/2014
Bad experience--Long wait for
service, out of selected wine from wine list, out of selected entree. Will not return as there are several other fine dining establishments in the area."
Dined on 7/26/2014
My husband had the seafood pasta
and I had the top sirloin. Both tasted amazing. We also ordered a side of brussel sprout which were delicious. The reason I gave it a four was the peach salad really bad. It was too acidic and not balanced. The peaches needed to be more ripe. The onions and dried cherries need to be removed. My suggestion is that it would be better with a little goat cheese and maybe a few fresh blueberries. It should be topped with a peach vinaigrette and lemon olive oil."
Dined on 7/26/2014
First time at Chops. Not
impressed - especially for a steak house with high prices for the steaks. Mushroom appetizer came out barely warm, but the dish was sizzling hot. Filet at $39 just ok and kinda warm - not hot and no sizzle. Ordered "Classic" Caesar Salad. When the salad came I requested anchovies. No problem, brought me four anchovies. When bill arrived, extra charge of $2 for the anchovies (on the bill as "open food") - for a "Classic" Caesar Salad! Not the biggest deal in the world, but please don't nickle/dime me for anchovies for a salad where the basis for it is anchovies when I just ordered appetizers, salads, entrees, and a bottle of wine! Made comments to the waitress & manager. I think they'd heard it before."
Dined on 7/26/2014
Chose restaurant for location.
Hostess and servers were great. Friendly and accommodating. We went there with a dinner focus. It was very quiet for a Saturday evening. I ordered the pork chop (I didn't see any chicken--could ave just missed it). My husband ordered the salmon. My dinner was ok. I ordered a med pork chop (I should have asked for recommendation since pork chop was dry). My husband really liked his salmon. No a bad place, but not anything I would choose to go back to. However, if in the area I would not be opposed to maybe trying the lunch menu."
Dined on 7/19/2014
Dinner Saturday evening...at
6:00pm...was seated immediately. This was our first visit...and will be the last. Dinner was so-so....ordered the pork chop, requested medium well....ranged from well done to rare! Dessert was warm and it was suppose to be hot... Wait staff was MIA....water glass and ice tea glass...the ice melted before one refill. Also the wait staff...quote..."I am overwhelmed I have to many tables to cover"...looking around she had three...."
Dined on 7/12/2014
Chop's/Folsom has improved
significantly since our last visit. Service was A+ and Kelsey remembered us. My husband's burger (accompanied by a leafy green salad served on its own plate) was almost too big to finish but the flavor was outstanding. His only complaint was the tomatoes--then again, unless it's August and they're fresh from the garden, he always complains! I opted for the scallop linguine, as I had never tried a pasta dish at Chops. There were 4-5 large sea scallops, cooked perfectly. The sauce was not too rich, although it had enough of a bite to jazz it up. I would order it again but ask that they minimize the red pepper seasoning. We completed our dinner with a shared apple crisp, served with creamy vanilla ice cream."
Dined on 7/11/2014
We have been to both Chops several
times. Normally the food is excellent with some of the best steaks around. However, this trip, I was disappointed with my NY Steak. It wasn't as tender or tasty as normal, although still good from that perspective. But, it had a large piece of gristle running near one side that was difficult to cut around and reduced the effective size of the steak and the overall dinning experience. Something I would expect at Sizzler bit certainly not from Chops. Will I go back? Yes, I surely will because all past experiences have been wonderful, but another New York like this would be the last."
Dined on 7/5/2014
All four of us ordered something
different. From pulled pork sandwiches to NY steak and salmon. Food was mediocre. Top sirloin steak was tough. Salmon was good. Pulled pork was dry and the NY was okay, even with the blue cheese and bacon embellishments. Air conditioning system does not work properly. It was 95 degrees outside and 84 in the restaurant (we sat by the thermostat). I couldn't finish meal as I started to sweat. We had to leave. The restaurant stayed pretty empty for a Saturday. For a $30 steak, I think I will spend my money elsewhere and stay cool."
Dined on 7/5/2014
29th Wedding anniversary dinner.
Your staff greeted us and obviously read the note on our reservation. We were warmly greeted by the hostess who wished us a happy anniversary; very nice! Our server also recognized this occasion. He was outstanding; very attentive throughout the dinner, without being intrusive. Potato skins appetizer, great. We split a mixed greens salad which our server thoughtfully provided on two plates. My wife,s filet mignon; nice. My grilled top sirloin; so-so. The topping smothered the taste of the steak. When eaten without the topping, the steak was bland for being grilled. Onion rings, were okay. Our steaks were tender; and the portion size more than filling (we took some home). Dessert was very nice!"
Dined on 6/29/2014
My wife had the Filet Mignon and I
had the Lamb Medalions. She said hers was OK but nothing special. Mine was awaful. The mustard sauce overpowered the lamb. Also, the "medalions" did not have the fat trimmed off, which made up half of the serving. Since the sauce had to be scapped off to avoid eating fat, the whole thing rather disgusting. At $40, this was considerably overpriced. Salads were OK but nothing special. Sides of carrots were also OK but nothing special. Wine list is rather limited. Service was OK. Atmosphere is modern industrial - hardly romantic or intimate. We won't go there again."
Dined on 6/28/2014
Used the online reservation
system; that worked out great! Visited on a Thur evening for a 6:30 dinner (cuz that's the only day they serve prime rib.) Seated promptly in booth (as requested online) We ordered immediately cuz we were starved. Plates were hot, wife's salmon oscar was hot, but my prime rib wasn't--more like warm, but then again I was famished so I just dove into that delicious meat! Quick service. A detraction was two flies buzzing the table! Aside from the two flies and the fat "butter knife" of a steak knife, it was a very enjoyable dinner; delicious, served fast (as requested.) Eat out mid-week and dinner is just fantastic!"
Dined on 6/26/2014
We celebrated our 61st wedding
anniversary with an early meal here today. Michelle was our server, she was attentive and helpful. We will be back! Try it, you will like it too..."
Dined on 6/26/2014
Our waitress was fantastic. She
took great care of us. The food was very good."
Dined on 6/18/2014
Outstanding service. Lunch, great
food, reasonable prices. We had, grandchildren with us, ages, 7,4 & 1 and they were well received by staff. Lunch prices comparable to most chain restaurants and in my opinion Chops lunch offerings are tastier,ingredients of a higher quality. Service is excellent. This was my third visit for lunch. Great place for special occasion."
Dined on 6/15/2014
Good food. My table of 4 felt the
waitress was arrogant and did not listen well. i asked for additional avocado on my salad. My salad arrived with no avocado. when asked, she said i did my job. i cant help if the kitchen cant follow orders. Poor service."
Dined on 6/14/2014
Clean and with nearby shopping and
entertainment a must go to place."
Dined on 6/13/2014
Our food was very good. I chose
grilled salmon "Oscar." it was excellent and the vegetables--spinach, carrots, and asparagus--were perfectly cooked. Hubby had filet which was also good, but he ordered a green salad as a side vs. a starch and was surprised that it was served on the same plate as the meat and veggies; it probably should have been brought out first on a separate plate. We sat in a booth and you could look into the kitchen if you so chose. If you didn't want to look, you'd have known they were there from the yakking, laughing, and joking. Not acceptable for a place that is still trying to find its niche in an upscale suburban mall. We had 5:30 rez and there were only three tables of eaters by the time we left. Prices 10-15% hi."
Dined on 5/29/2014
Overall, really disappointed! The
atmosphere was appealing, along with the variety of food and wine selections. The wine selection was great, 1869 Zin. The food presentations and quality were average. Example, the garlic fries were no different than regular fries. The bar service could be improved with some personality behind it! For the gourmet meal, my wife ordered filet migon, oscar style and I ordered a crab and artichoke sandwich with a side salad (with ranch). My wife received her entrée as the filet migon only, not oscar style. Also, my side salad arrived with the entrée, only to have blue cheese dressing, not ranch. Both were sent back. The service was slow with an inexperienced waitress with a empty restaurant."
Dined on 5/25/2014
This is usually one of our
favorites. I guess a management change can be the kiss of death. We arrived for happy hour. The restaurant was nearly empty, bar was moderate. We grabbed a table, ordered drinks and food. Then waited an eternity. The table next to us sat 15-20 minutes after we did, and received their food (same item we ordered) and ate (we still sat empty table for another 15 min). Staff was standing around talking to each other (oblivious). Eventually server came said he would check, came back said kitchen lost ticket. Rushed food thru , result hot plate, cold food. Manager brought each additional glass of house wine. Sent food back, got back a much smaller portion (was comped). Were regulars not sure if going back now very sad."
Dined on 5/24/2014
Food is very pricey and quality
was not there. We ordered an appetizer that was 18.00 and the bread served with the dip was hard as a rock. The waiter brought back new bread 10 minutes later with no dip and by then our dip was cold. Manager brought us warm dip after about another 10 minutes. In the end our food tasted mediocre and the service was terrible for being a high priced restaurant. We should have at least been given the appetizer for free after such terrible service but we did not get it. In the end we spent way too much money for poor service and not great food."
Dined on 5/16/2014
My experience was terrible. Not
at all what I expected. "
Dined on 5/11/2014
Two of us had Braised spare ribs
with polenta which were fatty and a bit tough. How does that happen when you braise? The sauce was vinegary. The polenta was solidified, not creamy. The steaks the rest of our party had were one level over done (medium rare was medium) and just ordinary. The grilled artichoke was good. And what's with the weird sundries tomato butter for the bread? Give me same plain butter if you're bread is good. On a Friday night the place was half empty. If you're going to price your menu that high, your food should be better than bland."
Dined on 5/2/2014
Service was great....our server
was extremely helpful and pleasant. At first we thought the table where we were seated was a bit odd, but it worked out fine. Everyone was pleased with their menu choices. "
Dined on 5/1/2014
First time visit. Bartender Luke
was great. Very informative about menu. Restaurant was completely out of any Pork products. Don't understand that. Prices are on the high end for Sacramento and food took 30 minutes to arrive. Good portions. Probably would not go back as there are better values for same food in the area."
Dined on 4/28/2014
Pleasant staff & good food and
service was more than adequate. Would return to this restaurant."
Dined on 4/27/2014
Had my booth not faced the window
where I viewed patrons enter and exit the movie theater the entire evening as well as kids running back and forth which I found distracting . just too much stimulation for me personally. Request a table not facing the window! "
Dined on 4/27/2014
My wife and I got the steak dinner
to share for $72. Questioned carefully the server on cooking steak, wanted slightly pink, he recommended medium. Steak was rare. Sent it back, came back medium rare which was ok. Taste and rest of meal was ok but not great value for price."
Dined on 4/26/2014
The hostess and the waitress were
great. The waitress was very knowledgable about the menu. My dining companion and I both selected the filet mignon. The servings were generous, but there was nothing special about the taste. The glazed carrots were good. We want to try brunch there, but we won't be going back for a steak dinner."
Dined on 4/26/2014
Was my hubby's bday, so we tried
this as a new place. Appetizer served late -- came along with the meal -- and since it was not hot, I suspect it waited for a server rather than that it was not made right away. It was crab cakes that were pretty good, but not the best, and might have been better hotter. Had a sirloin cooked med rare that was so chewy that it shook the whole table to cut it. Topped with carmelized onions that were gloppy and wet. So unappetizing. Brussel sprouts side dish was tasty, but the sprouts were undercooked -- I like veg dishes crisp, but these were mostly raw. Overall a disappointment given the rep of this restaurant -- so was glad to try it, but would not go back."
Dined on 4/25/2014
my experience was marred only by
the attitude of the hostess. I wish I knew her name, but she upset the friend I was meeting. The manager actually was able to help and this made it better."
Dined on 4/25/2014
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Cozy, Spacious Lake View Home near Brainerd/Deerwood Area in Bay Lake
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- sleeps 6
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- pets allowed no
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Enjoy your family getaway on beautiful Bay Lake. Just a few hours north from the Twin Cities brings you to the heart of the lakes area. Bay Lake is a 2,435 acre lake filled with bays, points and islands and is one of the top bass fishing lakes in Minnesota. With its many bays, Bay Lake is safe on the windiest of days. Remember to pack your favorite lures and poles.
The three bedroom, air-conditioned split level lake home (2,324 Sq Ft) has all the comforts of home. Sleeps six with room enough for ten if bringing portable cribs and airbeds. Three private bedrooms: One master suite with a queen bed, one bedroom with twin beds and a downstairs bedroom with a double bed. Three bathrooms include two with bathtubs/showers and the downstairs bath has a shower. Amenities include a washer and dryer, bedding, and towels, a kitchen fully stocked with cookware and dishes, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, hand mixer and toaster. Spacious living room and dining area and separate family room on the lower level. Sorry – No Pets or smoking allowed!
The lakeshore is just a few steps away (about 350 ft) with a short walk across the road to a public easement. Enjoy the large backyard for family games and a patio for relaxing and grilling. A Weber charcoal grill is provided, but don't forget to bring the charcoal. There is also a fire pit on the hillside for bon fires.
Driveway has plenty of space for boat/trailer parking. The public access for boat launching is just 3 miles away. Need to rent a boat? Bay Lake Marine offers affordable rentals and is located across the bay next to the public access launch. Bay Lake Camp/Church Island pontoon shuttle is just a mile or so down the road. Take the pontoon shuttle to the island and enjoy outdoor church services, open to the public, held each Sunday during the summer.
The Brainerd Lakes area offers something for everyone: Heartland Hockey camp is just 6 miles away. Mille Lacs Lake, Minnesota's premier Walleye factory, is a short 10 minute drive and 20 minutes from Mille Lacs Grand Casino. A variety of golf courses, tennis courts, restaurants, movies, antique shops, amusement parks, miniature golf courses, museums, and shopping are all a short drive away. Enjoy the world class 25-mile mountain bike trails, covering 800 acres in the Cuyuna's County State Recreation Area near Crosby. Other activities in the Cuyuna's County State Recreation Area include scuba diving and fishing for Rainbow and Brook Trout. Into auto racing? Brainerd International Raceway is just 30 minutes away. Take a short 1 1/2 hour drive to Duluth on Lake Superior to see the large orr boats come in on the ship canal and tour the famous lighthouses of Two Harbors and Split Rock.
Suggestions to bring: CDs, DVDs, food and drinks, storage containers for left overs, dish & hand soap, laundry soap, shampoo/personal toiletries, beach towels, sun screen, life jackets, water toys, fishing equipment, insect spray, picnic items (napkins, paperplates, plastic silverware), charcoal and BBQ utensils.
Your family will love this home. It is a wonderful place, well maintained, pretty setting and definitely not your typical dingy cabin, you will not be disappointed. I take great pride in providing a setting for fun summer memories! Please feel free to email with questions or additional pictures.
house rental amenities
- Central Air
- Ceiling Fans
- Washer/Dryer
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Bed Linens, Pillows and Bath Towels provided for six occupants.
- Kitchen Towels Provided
- Filtered Water
- Hair Dryer
- Alarm Clocks
- Portable Fans (3)
- Cable TV (3)
- Wireless Internet
- DVD Player (2)
- Board Games/Playing Cards
- Queen (1)
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Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Patio Furniture
- Fire Pit
- Charcoal Grill
- Large Backyard
- Boat/Trailer Parking
- No Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
activities and attractions in Bay Lake Minnesota
Activities and Attractions
- Fishing
- Swimming
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Geocaching
- Sailing
- Golf
- Tennis
- Antiquing
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Minature Golf
- Movie Theaters
- Paul Bunyan Land Amusement Park
- Water Parks
- Paul Bunyan Trail
- Northland Arboretum
- Mille Lacs Grand Casino
- Heartland Hockey Camp
- Wildlife Viewing
vacation rental rates
Available Mid May to November
2 Night Minimum Stay - Please note Cleaning fees are included in rentals for a week or longer. Less than a week rental will have an additional $100 cleaning fee added to rental fees.
Check-in 4pm Check-out 11am
$500 reservation/damage & security deposit required. The deposit automatically converts to a security/damage deposit upon arrival. The deposit will NOT be applied towards rent; however, it is fully refundable within 14 days of check-out, provided the following provisions are met:
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c. All dishes, pots, pans, etc. are clean.
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g. No signs of pets or smoking.
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According to 16-9's review, the Nikon 14-24 is better than the Canon 14mm II prime:
Furthermore, IMHO primes are undesirable for landscapes in comparison to zooms; there are many situations where you can't change your FOV in landscape photography... zooms are indispensable in those scenarios.
I certainly hope that the past performances of Canon's ultra-wide zooms are not indicators for the quality of this rumored 14-24 But for now, I'm sticking to my Nikon 14-24 & Novoflex adapter, which gives stellar performance on my 5D Mark III. But, of course, this setup is impractical for event or fast-paced shooting scenarios.
This very well may be the case depending. I've seen some test reviewers out there posting comparison shots that would go towards proving that if they didn't botch the test/camera settings somehow. But for whatever it's worth The Digital Picture's ISO tool tells a different story. It shows the 14-24 being much much stronger overall on it's 24mm end in general, and shows significantly worse corner distortion on it's 14/16mm end than either the Canon 14 prime or the Canon 16-35, -and then it has equal if not worse CA depending on where you look. Has arguably sharper center frame than the 14mm prime but both are suffering from some CA which is to my eye, what is causing a lack a sharpness. There is definitely a strong case to be made in both directions. I've heard Nikon's 16-35 f/4 VR is even better still for IQ, but again, from the tool comparison above, my eyes slightly prefer the 16-35LII. I would go out on a limb and say, that 'if' the above tests are reliable in any way, I would slightly prefer the 16-35 even in terms of IQ on the 16mm end, and the 14-24 Nikon easily winning these tests on the 24mm end. The test show the 16-35 performance beginning to improve again on the 35mm end.
I don't have any idea how useful this tool is for determining the finest qualities of a lens, but it is showing their abilities in some detail and overall, I would have to say, that absolutely none of this minutia matters whatsoever for my purposes. Needless to say, I'm happy Canon is bringing a 14-24 but I probably won't be in the market for one unless it does something amazing, at the very least it will be fun to rent and play with from time to time in the far future.


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One in three South Carolinians has a criminal record. It's a number that may have you eyeing the people around you. But for those record holders, there's now new hope that their mistakes from the past won't limit their future. Just a year ago, unemployed young father Michael Burnside found himself facing a mountain of unpaid child support and repeated rejection from potential employers.
"That kind of disappoints you, because you're already out there facing the woes of life, trying to find a job," he said.Burnside's main barrier to better employment revealed itself soon after: a criminal record from his youth had followed him, despite his charges being dropped. "They don't realize even if the case was dismissed or they were found not guilty, unless its recently or a magistrates court office, those things are still on their record," said Gail Dubose, Legal Coordinator with the Fathers and Families Coalition. Now the coalition is helping up to 80% of their clients get a fresh start by guiding them through the expungement process. "It's very intimidating," said Dubose. "It's not something people feel they can do by themselves. That's was the reason the center decided we were going to try and find a way to simplify the process."For Burnside, there was no fee, and it took about six months to complete. Now working in a job previously unavailable to him, he said the future is bright. "I'm not at the top of the hill or anything of that nature, but I'm happy, I'm supporting my kids," he said.After many attempts, a bill to make the expungement process for first offense crimes easier was signed into law by Governor Nikki Haley.
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Over the days since it was revealed that arbitrator Shyam Das was the deciding vote overturning Ryan Braun's suspsension for an alleged positive test, many words have been written about this ruling, about Braun, and about the process.
Perhaps the most curious of all these pieces is one posted by Tommy Craggs at Deadspin, in which he claims that Das was concerned "about his own future":
But put yourself in Das's position last week. If he rules against the players, the union will almost certainly fire him. But a ruling against the league? Maybe, with his history, MLB will give him a pass. And if it doesn't—and I'm guessing now that it won't—Das will at least leave the job having balanced out the scales a little. Nobody wants to hire an arbitrator who looks like a management stooge. If ever there were a case for Das to throw to the players, it was this one.
I don't really even know where to begin with this. It would appear to be completely unethical, if that had been the arbitrator's thinking. Craggs writes:
we don't know what was going through Das's mind, and we probably never will
Ah, but Craig Calcaterra, in reviewing Craggs' piece, says that might not be the case:
We're going to get Das' reasoning, by the way, within a few weeks, so we'll be able to judge that for ourselves. Until then, I'm loathe to accuse this man of violating ethical considerations in reaching the decision he reached.
I'd agree with that. The Deadspin article appears to be going out on a very long limb. There may be many things about the Braun case that we do not yet know.


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People have been asking about keyboard shortcuts from the console. They do exist, and are very powerful. To create the shortcuts, you need to edit your ~/.inputrc file. These shortcuts are available in the terminal, not in applications. So, your shortcut won't work inside Linphone for example. The following is a setup that will create keyboard shortcuts for the musicl player XMMS2, including a soft volume control, so your whole computer doesn't drop or rise in volume with the music. Before using the volume controls you need to enter this in your terminal:
nyxmms2 server config effect.order.0 equalizer
nyxmms2 server config equalizer.enabled 1
You may notice that each of the following shortcuts end with
\C-M. This is what appends a new line to the command, it's the same as pressing enter when you're done typing. Without it, the command would just sit there, looking all purdy, but not really doing anything. And now, here are the lines you can add to your ~/.inputrc for XMMS2 controls:
"\ez":"nyxmms2 prev&&sleep 0.5&&nyxmms2 current\C-M"
"\ex":"nyxmms2 play&&nyxmms2 current\C-M"
"\ec":"nyxmms2 toggle&&nyxmms2 current\C-M"
"\ev":"nyxmms2 stop\C-M"
"\eb":"nyxmms2 next&&sleep 0.5&&nyxmms2 current\C-M"
"\e-":"nyxmms2 server config equalizer.preamp $(($(nyxmms2 server config equalizer.preamp | tr -Cd \"[:digit:]-\") - 5))\C-M"
"\e=":"nyxmms2 server config equalizer.preamp $(($(nyxmms2 server config equalizer.preamp | tr -Cd \"[:digit:]-\") + 5))\C-M"
As you can see, the format is
"key":"command". The
\e means to use alt as a modifier. Here is a nifty little table that shows the keybindings for the code above.
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If you want to use the control key in your keyboard shortcut, simply replace
\e\C like so:
"\C-t":"\C-k \C-utalking-clock -c &> /dev/null\n" #speak time control+t
And there you have it, keyboard shortcuts in the console. These are very useful, I have a lot of them in my ~/.inputrc and use most of them every day.


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National forest uses include logging like this work in Oregon's Siskiyou National Forest. Trying to balance resource use and resource protection has been controversial.
It's no easy task figuring out how to balance forest and wildlife protection with logging, drilling and offroading on the nation's 155 national forests, but the Obama administration on Thursday unveiled a rule it says will do just that. An era of collaboration and less litigation was promised with the rule managing forests, but some initial reaction by interested parties -- which range from environmentalists to loggers to offroaders -- was not promising.
"Our preferred alternative will safeguard our natural resources and provide a roadmap for getting work done on the ground that will restore our forests while providing job opportunities for local communities," U.S. Agriculture Department chief Tom Vilsack vowed in a statement.
The rule essentially revises the existing framework for how each forest's managers must proceed with a given issue -- be it a request to log, a request to protect some species or even a request to open part of a forest to offroad vehicles.
The U.S. Forest Service, which is part of USDA, last year issued a draft of the rule for public review. That process generated more than 300,000 comments that Vilsack said were weighed and, in some cases, incorporated into the final rule.
Unlike national parks, which protect resources, national forests were created to balance resource protection with resource use but that still hasn't prevented decades of legal battles.
"We expect to see much less litigation because of the increased collaborative effort" in deciding what happens in each forest, Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell told reporters.
Officials noted that several changes were made to the draft, including adding emphasis on "sound science" and, according to Tidwell, "beefed up protection of water resources."
Tidwell said the rule would also streamline how each national forest is managed, which will free up "more time, more money to get the restoration done" across the 193 million acres of forest.
The Natural Resources Defense Council had a mixed initial take on the rule. "It is much more meaningful about getting local officials to apply the best available science," NRDC forest analyst Niel Lawrence told msnbc.com, and there's "significant improvement in public participation."
But the environmental group is also "very concerned" because the rule removes a provision ensuring that wildlife will have viable populations distributed across the forests where they are now found, Lawrence said. "It jettisons the single most important conservation protection" on U.S. forests over the last 30 years, he added.
The NRDC intends to lobby the administration and if that doesn't work a lawsuit is "perfectly possible," Lawrence said.
A timber industry group, for its part, told msnbc.com that it needed a day or two to review the rule. But, in a statement issued right after the rule, the American Forest Resource Council voiced concern. "We are very concerned about whether the agency took the comments we made on the draft rule to heart and made changes needed to avoid the mistakes of the past," said council President Tom Partin.
The BlueRibbon Coalition, a group representing offroad interests, also said it was still reviewing the rule.
In Congress, the chair of the House Natural Resources Committee, Washington state Republican Doc Hastings, said the concerns he'd raised earlier "fell on deaf ears."
"These new Obama regulations introduce excessive layers of bureaucracy that will cost jobs, hinder proper forest management, increase litigation and add burdensome costs for Americans," he said in a statement.
Last November, Hastings' committee hosted a hearing where critics piled on against the draft rule.
"First, the proposed planning rule will increase the complexity, cost, and time for the Forest Service to complete forest plans," testified Scott Horngren on behalf of the American Forest Resource Council. "Second, of greater concern, is that the planning rule will make the projects that implement the plans more vulnerable to lawsuits than they are today."
The last time the planning rules were updated was in 1982. Several attempts to revise it have been thrown out by federal courts. In 2009, a Bush administration plan was struck down. Environmentalists had fought the rule, saying it rolled back key forest protections.
The Obama administration decided not to challenge that ruling and instead come up with new rules.
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Where is Jahi McMath, and what is the latest installment of her story?
I'm glad you asked! Host Todd Wilken and I talked some about this and other subjects during this week's installment of Crossroads.
(This is my third podcast, and I like to think I'm not embarrassing myself as badly with experience. This being interviewed business is tough when there's not a delete key between you and your thoughts.)
As you'll remember from my post last week, McMath is the brain-dead 13-year-old California girl whose parents won the legal battle to take possession of her still-ventilated body from Children's Hospital Oakland and move it to an undisclosed location. Early reports indicated the family and their attorney had found a facility and physicians to "care for" the child and use restorative measures, presumably to bring her back to life. And prayer, lots of prayer. And they've raised tens of thousands of dollars via their gofundme page.
We don't know where Jahi is, nor do we know whether her heart still beats, which previously had been because of electrical currents and IV medication. Nor do we know whether they are part of an organized group of believers. We do know, courtesy of the NBC Bay Area affiliate, that her classmates have hope, and that school administrators say they're honoring the child's family's wishes in what they tell the children:
Though a death certificate has been issued for Jahi McMath, many of the 13-year-old Oakland girl's classmates still believe the "quiet leader" who laughed at jokes that weren't funny will one day return to school — if they just pray hard enough.
"The school told us that she's not officially dead yet," said Dymond Allen, one of Jahi's friends at EC Reems Academy of Technology and Arts in East Oakland, a public charter school that serves mostly disadvantaged kids. "And we should keep her in our prayers. I still hope. And God has the last say-so."
Wilken and I also talked a bit more in-depth about my Candace Cameron Bure post from last week that dealt with the biblical concept of wives submitting to their husbands. Media outlets continue to get it wrong, both in headline and story form, by confusing the Scriptural meaning that Bure discusses with the social/relational/professional one.
The comments from readers reflect that inaccuracy. Some cite instances of spousal abuse as a reason wives should not submit to their husbands. Others point to hard-won rights and the feminist movement as proof that women have evolved to a point where they can care for themselves and should be treated in equals.


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The Collier County School Board is considering whether to approve or reject the district's long list of cuts that add up to $16.5-million. At first, 100 positions were at risk - including 22 teachers. But we've learned no teachers will lose their jobs.
They have already been moved to different open positions within the school system. That means now there at 59 positions at risk for layoff - including school counselors and staff members from the central office and maintenance. Those aren't guaranteed layoffs because some people will be moved around and placed into other positions due to attrition.
"It's like a jigsaw puzzle and in the end, it's 59 positions for right now. But as positions open up over time, those people will have an opportunity to come back and interview," said Collier Schools Superintendent Kamela Patton.
At this point, groups of employees at risk of losing their job have been informed, but the decision hasn't been finalized for which individuals will be let go. That's up to the school board vote Tuesday night. Those employees will be informed on Thursday.
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Leaving for Tuolumne in 5 minutes! The tentative plan is: Holdless Horror > Bull Dozier > Tenaya Lake (swim) > Mobil Mart (tacos and beer) > Mono Cone (choc shake for drive home). We'll see how it unfolds...
central park bouldering today. rat rock. was planning on meeting friends in the gunks but fathers day weekend has me home with the fam.
Leavenworth. Pimpsqueak is MINE!
So people-how'd it go? Did you climb what you wanted, how you wanted, etc. Pics? Stories? I lead an off-width, so all good here.
Sorry no pics, my weekend got even more awesome as Friday wore it's self out. Ended up surfing in Ventura from 6-9.30, then climbing some little crags back out of the sun till around 2. Then we went and tackled Tree Crack 5.6 2 pitches, I led both. And Ending Crack 5.7 2 Pitches, led both of those as well. Thought about climbing one more but ended up calling it a day.
I'm a bit of a newb. I climbed at Devil's Lake all weekend. Got my first trad lead, a 5.4 on Cleo's Needle. I picked it because it was my first outdoor climb 15 years ago on a trip in high-school (set up as a top rope). I just started following trad in November and have been off the rock the last month or so with a shoulder injury. It felt good to come back and do that. Can't wait to start racking em up now! I think my next lead will be a 5.7 I top roped this weekend and feel really good about.
Yep, went right where I said and climbed the route I wanted to.. Redpointed the first ascent of another easy line to finish the day.
Did not go where we planned (Elevenmile Canyon - 3 hr drive + 40% chance of rain), instead went to Lover's Leap in Morrison, CO where we still got rained on, but that was fine - made us climb faster! Feeling sad we missed out on Elevenmile since it was evacuated for a wildfire the next day.
Worked on my new route in the Potrero Chico. I'm half-way up the 5th pitch. For more see:
Eldo yesterday, Boulder Canyon today. Even in the shade, triple digit temps are a bit much. Nice work Ed, looks sweet up there.
Gunks, Gunks, glorious Gunks! Had a great day out on Friday; climbed easy stuff, but still felt spanked at the end of the day. Practiced self-rescue on Saturday, and had a great day out on Sunday at the Guide's Wall - Madame G's and Snooky's - my first 5.8 trad lead! Woohoo!!
South Platte......... or Vedauwoo....... hmmm decisions.......
Sweden... North of Gothenburg.
Lover's Leap off 285 near Denver is pretty cool! I used to go there a lot with Leggs McGillicuty, or was it Beatrix Kiddo? (gasp!) Got out to Garden of the Gods yesterday after work despite the heat. The East face of Grey Rock was cool in the shade. No real climbing plans this weekend yet, maybe some easy soloing. I'm actually going to my friend's daughter's pool party Saturday. Can you believe that shit? I must be nuts! Actually, the friend and I used to climb togehter. Friends4lyfeOMG!


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The tomb of Dibba al-Hisn was discovered in a private courtyard in Sharjah (United Arab Emirates) and has been dated to the pre-Islamic period.
United Arab Emirates
Archaeological sites, cultural history and other resources related to the past of the United Arab Emirates
Archaeological sites, cultural history and other information about the modern country of Yemen.
Abu Dhabi Islands Archaeological Survey
Conducts archaeological and paleontological studies in Abu Dhabi, and has a public outreach component including an extensive archaeology of Abu Dhabi page.
Adumatu is a semi-annual journal of the Arab world, with articles in both Arabic and English.
American Schools of Oirental Research
ASOR is a research institution which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2000. In addition to operating as a clearing house for archaeological information about the Near East, ASOR conducts independent overseas institutes in Cyprus, Israel, and Jordan.
Ancient Near East
A new webpage that promises to be portal for conferences, news, and excavations on the Near East.
An electronic discussion list on Ancient Near Eastern Studies, from the Indus to the Nile, and from the beginnings of human habitation to the rise of Islam. Based at the Oriental Institute in Chicago.
Biblical Archaeology Review
A journal published by the Biblical Archaeology Society.
Canaan (also called Phoenicia) is the name of a Bronze Age culture and country in what is now Israel, the West Bank and Gaza, Jordan, and the southern portions of Syria and Lebanon.
Encyclopedia of the Orient
A comprehensive, politically neutral encyclopedia on North Africa and the mideast, edited by Norwegian Tore Kjeilin, at the Centre d'Information Arabe Scandinave.
Mnemotrix ArchaeoSearch
A plain, but hardly boring, search engine for helping navigate the world wide web for topics on the Ancient Near East and Classical Studies; from the Institute of Archaeology at Bar Ilan University in Israel.
Natufian Culture
The Natufian culture was a group of sedentary people living in the Levant region of the middle east between about 9000-8500 BC.
Near Eastern Archaeology
The journal of biblical archaeology (the renamed Biblical Archaeologist) from the American Schools of Oriental Research.
Parthian Empire
Parthia was an early Persian empire, centered in northeastern Iran between 247 BC and AD 228.
Qaryat al-Fau
The ancient caravan site of Qaryat al-Fau is located at an oasis in central Saudia Arabia.
Qatar Visitor
A good overview of the archaeology of Qatar by Francis Gillespie.
Sharjah Archaeological Museum
Information about archaeological sites and culture of the emirate of Sharjah, in English and Arabic.
The Advent of Islam
From Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates, a new website out of the Museum of Sharjah.
Wadi Raba Culture
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Feeling down and out? A lot of people flock to comfort food like chocolate, fried foods or pastries when the blues strike, but it's not always the best choice.
However, hitting the dollar menu at a drive-thru isn't the way to cope. To boost your mood, nutritionists say to make better choices.
Here are some foods that Yahoo! says can help keep your chin up and not your weight.
The B vitamins and protein in an omelet can help improve neural function -- the way the neurotransmitters of the brain send signals, which helps govern mood.
The protein in eggs helps you feel satisfied longer, stabilizing blood sugar.
Nuts and seeds
Magnesium found naturally in nuts and seeds can influence production of serotonin, a "feel-good" brain chemical.
Nuts can also be a good source of protein and make a healthy snack.
Fatty fish such as wild salmon contain an omega-3 fatty acid, which has been shown to increase the membrane quality and nerve function in three areas of the brain associated with mood.
Fish can also be a great source of protein, which can help stabilize blood sugar.
Complex carbohydrates can take longer to digest, meaning they don't cause spikes in blood sugar, creating mood swings.
Experts say that while any whole grain is good, "ancient grains" are even better because they're less likely to be processed.
But really, all varieties are soothing enough to encourage drowsiness, so long as they're decaf.
L-theanine is an amino acid found in tea leaves, and shown to stimulate alpha brain waves.
In turn, the green tea can improve focus while also calming the body.
Eating the right foods will help lift you out of the funk you might be dealing with and get you back into the swing of things.
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New Orleans, La - Firefighters with the New Orleans Fire Department battled a four-alarm house fire Sunday. The fire was located at the intersection of Esplanade and N. Villere in the Treme neighborhood.
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High winds from an approaching storm forced firefighters off their ladders. It also caused firefighters battling the fire from inside to exit the structure.
Fire crews were able to keep the fire from spreading to neighboring structures. There were no injuries to reports.
A total of 25 NOFD units and 82 firefighters were used. They were able to bring the fire under control around 7:00 p.m. The American Red Cross will provide assistance to the families who were displaced.
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It is necessary for you to understand that there are too many products, which could definitely help you improve your breast size.
It is just about researching about the products very well and about considering the quality of the products concerned.
In other words, not just because the products listed on a site are particularly recommended by experts, you already prefer it over others.
As much as possible, you also have a way to determine the concreteness of the recommendation you have gotten.
In other words, you also have a way to review the products available on the site. Bear in mind that your breast enhancement may result to an unlikely one, if you would not focus on safety precaution before purchasing.
There are various pills that could be related to the above notion and you should give attention to. To give you one, you could consider Bloussant breast enhancement.
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- Bloussant breast enhancement
This is among the enlargement pills that are particularly popularized in the market by experts. In addition to this, it has been featured in various popular magazines, such as Allure, Elle, and even Mademoiselle.
The product is known for having the same blend of formula for the breast enhancement. The only difference in this product is the expensive price of the pills.
- The Function
The pills would relatively help in reactivating the prostaglandin present in your breasts, which are helpful in the development of your breast tissues.
In addition to this, it would somehow work well like how your breast tissues develop during puberty period.
This is due to the fact that after teenage years, you would likely have deterioration in terms of prostaglandin. In other words, your breasts would no longer enlarge.
- The Duration
If you are talking about the period or duration of when the results of the pills appear, you would likely see firming of your breasts in about four weeks.
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If you would even increase the use of the pills, you would have the chances of increasing your cup by three sizes.
- The Components
The product is made of an effective formula, which would definitely provide you safe ways of enhancing your breasts.
The highly active ingredients in the product are saw palmetto extract and fennel seed. They are helpful in responding to nutritive tonic and in increasing estrogens in your breasts respectively.
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By DENISE A. RAYMO
---- — MALONE — Paul Hogan says he will focus on employee empowerment, wise leadership and decisiveness if he is the District 4 Democratic nominee for the Franklin County Legislature.
He is running against Dr. Carl Sherwin in a primary race to be held Tuesday, Sept. 10.
The man selected by a majority of the 1,520 registered Democrats in Malone will run against incumbent Republican Marc "Tim" Lashomb on Nov. 5.
Hogan is vice chair of the County Industrial Development Agency, but this is his first attempt at political office since becoming a U.S. citizen in 2012.
"Originally, I wasn't going to do it," he said, "but I got the right to vote, and I saw things that concerned me. I believe I have the skills and experience to help Franklin County. I believe I understand the role of the county.
"What I found with the IDA was that there were no set goals or objectives. I was to required write an assessment of the agency and the director, but how do you do that if there are no goals or objectives? We didn't have those. Those are invaluable because you focus on what you should be doing. It's working smarter, not harder.
"It was apparent that the county government and administration was not what it should be. I'm concerned that the (state) comptroller said the county is under significant financial stress.
"There were 24 counties designated that way, and Franklin County scored third. And what have legislators done? I don't think they've even addressed the issue."
He thinks the county needs better financial planning.
"The county employs 600 people and has a $100 million budget. It should have a five-year financial plan that states goals and objectives.
"There should be staff evaluations and formal training of staff. We don't evaluate employees."
Hogan said legislators should not be bogged down with some details of government, like an independent auditor's report.
"It should have been given to the county manager to dissect and sent off to the department heads, where they would address it and either take the required action or make recommendations for action.
"They are the day-to-day operational staff. We employ them to run the county, and we should give them ownership of their jobs."
Hogan said staff assessments may lead to suggested efficiencies.
"I feel for the staff. You've got to respect them and listen to their suggestions on how to improve their jobs.
"Now, it's just on-the-job training. You assist your staff, and your staff assists you. This stuff has been around for years, but it's just not applied."
Hogan said the county should have made more headway on some issues.
"We didn't need six months to decide if we needed a county planner. The money's there. If the vast majority of counties have one, we should. We don't have to reinvent the wheel.
"We can look at the county with the most successful department, talk to them, get their recommendations and build on those.
"It's a policy area, not a management or administrative issue. The money can come from the wind-farm account. Use $150,000, put it into a county planner and get it rolling."
He believes shared services should be explored more.
"There is a website with all kinds of information on how to do things. Did anybody here bother to look at these things? We can't keep living in a vacuum," Hogan said.
Instead of expanding the County Jail, he said, it makes sense to talk with the State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision.
"We've just lowered the (state prison) population by 15 percent. Why aren't we talking to DOCS? There must be spare capacity in Malone (prisons). Why not take one dorm and turn it into a county-type dorm? If they can take on county prisoners, let them."
Hogan said that once the County Nursing Home is merged with Alice Hyde Medical Center's facility, the vacant site "could be turned into office space. Or it could be an opportunity to turn it into space for children who need foster care.
"The county could contract with a management company or it could be used as temporary housing for Social Services as an alternative to putting people in hotels," he said.
Hogan said a committee could look at the best alternate uses and make recommendations to legislators.
Hogan was born and educated in Australia and served in the Australian Army from 1970 to 1972. He joined the Australian Diplomatic Service and was stationed at the Australian Embassy in Ottawa.
He also served in Yugoslavia, Jamaica, the Caribbean, Los Angeles and Argentina before moving to Malone in 1982.
He and his former wife owned and operated Kilburn Manor Bed and Breakfast.
Hogan was a celebrity butler on the Fox television shows "Joe Millionaire" and "The Next Joe Millionaire" from 2003 to 2004.
He has two adult children and one grandchild.
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ANDERSON — A full-length feature film based on the true story of Christian singer Rich Mullins has some ties to Anderson University.
Director David Schultz, lead actor Michael Koch and others involved in "Ragamuffin: The True Story of Rich Mullins" are AU alumni.
AU will host a public screening of the film at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, in Reardon Auditorium. Tickets for AU students are $3, and tickets for alumni are $5. Students and alumni may purchase tickets online at AU's website. Tickets for the general public can be purchased online at www.itickets.com for $10.
Mullins was many things, Schultz said in an interview. He was known for being a Christian singer-songwriter who got his start writing for Amy Grant. Mullins began recording his own music, and he grew in popularity.
"He was more than just your average Christian musician," Schultz said. "He didn't have a problem ruffling feathers when he would do concerts. He was loyal to Jesus but not to religion. And as a result he oftentimes would tick people off at concerts. He really spoke the truth. He became known for that."
Mullins grew up in Indiana and attended Cincinnati Christian University in Ohio. His life ended tragically in 1997 in an automobile accident.
"He tried to live out the ways of Jesus in a modern way," Schultz said. "Even though he made tons of money, he gave most of that away, and in the last two years of his life we went to live in obscurity on a Native American reservation."
One of Mullins' singing groups was called "A Ragamuffin Band," named after Brennan Manning's book "The Ragamuffin Gospel."
Schultz said in an earlier interview with Aimee Munn about Manning's book: "What helped me get back up and continue to follow Christ after my screw-ups was the idea that is so clearly found in Manning's book: God loves me for who I am, not for who I'm not, because none of us are what we should be."


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A couple years ago, I saw an episode, I believe it was called Country Modern Bedroom, and they made a platform bed with storage underneath. Soon after seeing the episode, I attempted to find the episode online because I would really like to see how to make the bed again, but I was unable to find it then, and am having an even harder time now. It may or may not be episode 2901, since I can't find any episode with this number, I can't verify that it's the right one. If anyone knows which episode I'm talking about and where to find it, please let me know! Thanks so much for reading.
It'd be easier, IMHO, to locate DIY platform bed instructions and plans online.
Good Luck!
There's lot of options online for this sort of thing just google "platform under bed storage".
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This problem is a very fun variation to Cryptic Magician which starts to the right of that V7. Start standing on a lower strata of rock with two good crimps for the hands on the slab below the little roof, a high right hold and a lower one for the left. Throw a high left foot onto a small edge, and with your hands still on the starting holds, rock onto your left foot. Now you can reach the obvious, chalked up flake at the lip of the roof. Bump past the good hold with your left to a small hold over the lip. At this point, you have joined the V7 and the finish is the same. I thought the hardest move was grabbing with the left hand to the big, slanting hold at the end of the business. The topout above this good grip is a bit slopey, insecure, and requires good foot work to finish. It's wise to climb around the back and check if the finish needs the pine needles brushed off.
None...it's a boulder problem.
It never occurred to me or anyone else I have spent time at Cryptic Magician with to come into it from the right and a whole new set of starting holds. Is it possible this was an FA or did someone else show it to you?
Hey Chip, I don't know that it was an FA. Owen Silver and I were over at Cryptic in July '12, and since we couldn't get off the ground off left, he started pulling on just where the photo shows. The starting holds seemed like they had been touched before. We didn't get it then, but he went back solo and sent this variation shortly after. I got it the day I took these photos of Owen in November. It's a fun and much easier way to get up the basic line...almost a completely different problem at easy V5. I checked your guide before I posted it...which is an awesome resource, BTW, thanks.
I was interested in a lower start on the arete and then moving into this but abandoned it as too silly :)


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Emergency Room Nurses, Paramedics and other staff gathered over breakfast to celebrate at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.
This whole week has been set aside by the Emergency Nurses Association to honor those who work in Emergency Rooms.
Wednesday morning, ER staff went through an educational drug seminar by the Albany-Drug Task force unit.
Mayor Dorothy Hubbard also made an appearance and said thanks for all their hard work.
"We appreciate the work they do. All of us could not do that kind of work. I think it takes a certain type of person to be a nurse," Hubbard said.
Staff will continue to celebrate National ER Nurses Week with educational seminars all week.
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Includes a built-in temperature control panel that allows you to control and select the perfect refrigerator and freezer temperature. It includes icons and alarms to inform you of any changes in refrigeration climate.
The independent Multi Fresh and Double Fresh drawers allow for two unique environments within the refrigerator, which controls optimum humidity conditions and keeps the temperature stable. These drawers are ideal for keeping vegetables crisp while meats and seafood can simultaneously be stored at their ideal level of moisture.
The fast cooling and super-freezing modes of Fagor Refrigerators' allow you to introduce large quantities of food into either the refrigerator or freezer at once. The vacation setting is used when you want the freezer to work normally while the refrigerator remains empty and set at 57 F, to prevent odor and bacteria.
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