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Complaint Driven City?
Original post made by aw on Jun 10, 2007
on Jun 10, 2007 at 5:55 pm
This is not a good thing in my opinion. It is part of the Palo Alto disease. It seems that, as said in the spoilt kids thread, we are not just raising selfish spoilt kids, but we have many selfish and spoiled adults with a government that can't handle it. We need to get back to making rules and then sticking to them. If a few don't like something, there should be no way that they can change things to suit themselves. Now, if there is a great majority who don't like something, then of course that is a different matter.
on Jun 10, 2007 at 6:23 pm
Parent, I like the way you put it. The "Palo Alto Disease". The PC crowd calls it the "Palo Alto Process". Glad you clarified that for them. Just wish City Hall would wake up to that reality, but I'm not holding my breath....
on Jun 10, 2007 at 6:57 pm
This is a good topic, thanks for raising it, aw.
I would slightly modify your working - it isn't by "complaint" as much as by interest group. Prof. Theodore Lowi described this rather nasty form of populist democracy as "interest group liberalism" in his 1969 classic "The End of Liberalism." It seems like a good thing at the start - minority groups are heard, the system allows anybody a voice; but it turns into government by the most committed, with single-issue groups getting what they want as the majority watches with increasing disenchantment (think Great Society circa 1969). Good book if you like that sort of thing.
I would agree it describes Palo Alto in some respects. Lowi (if I remember right) looked to political parties to aggregate popular sentiment (vs. narrow interest groups) and drive policy for the common good. In PA, I would would say we need good old LEADERSHIP, either in the form of an elected Mayor, strong appointed Superintendent, or some small coalition of council members focused on getting things done. It doesn't take a lot in a small town to change things. But I agree that the path we are on is not an especially attractive one and it isn't a lot of fun to watch.


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Feb 24, 2010
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Leading Domestic Violence Expert Applauds Senator Reid For Attention to Family Violence During Tough Economic Times
Statement of Family Violence Prevention Fund President Esta Soler:
"At a time when the need for services is greater than ever and domestic violence programs across the country are struggling mightily to meet the need, we support Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid for drawing attention to this important issue.
While unemployment and a poor economy do not cause domestic violence, the stress they cause can exacerbate already-volatile or violent situations. Further, victims with fewer resources find it especially difficult to protect themselves and their children, and shelters and programs that are struggling cannot offer as many services and supports as victims need. These factors combine to create grave danger for families experiencing violence – violence that too often escalates to homicide. In fact, as Senator Reid undoubtedly knows, Nevada has had one of the highest rates of domestic homicide in the country in past years.
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According to the Effingham County Sheriff's Office, a nine-year-old boy was airlifted to Memorial Health after a shooting on Zittrouer Road in Guyton.
David Ehsanipoor, spokesman for the Effingham County Sheriff's Office, said the 9-year-old boy was shot in the head with a .22 rifle. He was admitted to Memorial in critical condition.
Investigators said there was another child at the scene when they arrived, but they're not sure if he was with the boy when he was shot.
They also don't know if the shooting happed outside the house or inside.
"We have recovered the weapon and at this time we're just trying to determine exactly how the child was shot and it's a little too early on to say exactly how it happened," Ehsanipoor said.
Authorities don't suspect foul play.
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shell-fm is a lightweight, console-based player for Last.FM radio streams. It's pretty small (the binary is currently about 70K, or about 60K when stripped) and it has most features the official player has, if not even a few more. Additional features are, for example:
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Schneider Weisse Tap X Mein Nelson Sauvin - Weisses Bräuhaus G. Schneider & Sohn GmbH
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Ratings: 244 | Reviews: 100 | Display Reviews Only:
4.5/5 rDev +9.2%
06-12-2014 20:00:42 | More by CharlotteElwart
New Zealand (Aotearoa)
4.23/5 rDev +2.7%
God fucking dammit. I had this whole review just about wrapped up and the browser crashed. Fuck everything. Ok. Redo. Speed run.
Bought a 750mL bottle at a liquor store in Wellington. Why? Well the bottle was pretty, it came with a free glass, I've never had a shitty beer from these chaps before, and it said 'Nelson Sauvin' real big on the label. Lots of reasons.
A: Nice golden-brownish cloudy color and a greater head that's continuously upkept by the generous amount of carbonation bubbling up from the bottom. Head retention is great and there's very little lacing. We have a real clean beer here, y'all. Even at the end of this bottle-fermented beer, there is very little yeast residue.
S: The usual aromas you'd expect from a German produced wheat beer. Bananas, cloves, yeast and malts all give my olfactory a friendly high-five why the fruity aromas of the Nelson Sauvin wait behind to offer a coy handshake before hiding behind its parents. It's there. It's well done. But the hop head in me wants it to be more prevalent.
T: Damn. There's a really fun chardonnay flavor present here. Tight weizen characteristics throughout. I might be getting a little bit bold here, but I feel like there's an underlying sourness to it. In a perfect world, we'd see this aged and soured a few years in some pinot gris barrels. But perhaps that would be making an already outstanding and complex flavor too extreme.
M: Bang on. Not spectacular, or game changing, but they really nailed it. There is hardly any heat to it despite the 7.3%ABV. Carbonation feels great on the tongue and the body leaves little to be desired.
O: As weird as it sounds, I've had plenty of German wheat beers that were made with NZ ingredients/hops. This one takes the cake. I'm going to go buy another bottle for the cellar right now, actually. Definitely in contention for favorite weiss.
06-04-2014 02:49:21 | More by AllForAugust
4/5 rDev -2.9%
05-31-2014 21:02:32 | More by LinusBohman
3.25/5 rDev -21.1%
05-04-2014 00:32:59 | More by PopGun
5/5 rDev +21.4%
04-24-2014 00:53:31 | More by azathot
3.75/5 rDev -9%
04-21-2014 02:56:06 | More by TXhomebrewer
4.75/5 rDev +15.3%
04-19-2014 02:04:18 | More by xKALECx
Ontario (Canada)
4.13/5 rDev +0.2%
Purchased at the LCBO 750ml bottle for around $6.50. Served at 8deg C in a water glass. 2012 Edition
A- Pretty good. Opened well, poured with a decent head. Clear, mildly brown
S- Pretty good too. Hints of hops and citrus. Yeasty and fruity.
T- Excellent. This one sat for around one year after purchase. Nice wheat beer
M- Excellent. Very creamy and slick
O- Very good. Glad I have one more to savour this summer
Food Pairing
This nice little wheat paired well with... Spicy tuna sushi! Rolled a couple tonight and this went well!
03-22-2014 21:56:21 | More by DaveBar
3.75/5 rDev -9%
03-15-2014 19:04:46 | More by nygannon
4/5 rDev -2.9%
03-08-2014 02:04:25 | More by bleeps
4.73/5 rDev +14.8%
Old notes, especially about the taste:
No. 3224; the 2012, had in 2013;
Fruity complexity, ranging from acidic (apple, grape, pear), to citrusy (orange, grapefruit weaker than expected, lime), to ripe (peach, apricot), to tropical (banana, light pineapple);
The sweetness is mild, provided by the fruitiness, and toned down by wheaty malts, lightly toasted bread; the spice is classic, with some nice clove mostly;
Also has a hay-stacky note, followed by herbal and floral goodness from the hops, which don't exactly nuke on the finish (not bad);
Alcohol is hidden nicely, and only tickles, helped by the pleasant carbonation; the resulting aftertaste is mildly bitter, leaving traces of the fruitiness and a wheatiness that lingers for a while;
A perfect weizenbock
Later edit: Just had the 2011 vintage, and the fruitiness is off the charts. Huge orchard fruit and exotic lytchee. The rest are the same. But the hops hugely enhanced the fruity character. This is extremely tasty, a real treat. Just a quick edit of the ratings, setting taste to 4.75.
01-21-2014 17:51:00 | More by dcmchew
New York
4.25/5 rDev +3.2%
01-15-2014 06:11:06 | More by pknyc
Alberta (Canada)
4.5/5 rDev +9.2%
01-02-2014 06:03:40 | More by Exeter
Ontario (Canada)
4.5/5 rDev +9.2%
01-01-2014 06:38:32 | More by bigox420
4.44/5 rDev +7.8%
Color- cloudy gold. Huge, thick head.
Aroma- spicy radish and damp grain.
Taste- An interesting and unique brew. Starts with a slight floral bitterness with a soft traditional hefe weisse mid-body, finishing with a unique, lingering floral yet earthy mineral aftertaste. The floral hops remind me of Deus (from France); a head to head test against Deus would be interesting. Purchased in Dallas from the Korean store Super H Mart. This is a 2012 brew, numbered 16688. The card with the bottle makes some interesting pairing suggestions including "pickled vegetables, Parma ham, pasta, creamy ripe cheese, and fruity desserts." I recommend pairing with knackwurst and sour kraut.
Tasted on 12-30-2013. Poured from 750 ml bottle into a Liefmans Goudenband glass (my preferred all purpose beer tasting glass).
12-31-2013 02:11:49 | More by utfiero
4.61/5 rDev +11.9%
Label shows 2011 but no drink by date or conclusive born on date.
Slightly hazy peach color with white head.
Subdued banana and clove in the nose. Some berry notes. My guess is from the Nelson Sauvin hops.
Deliciously fruity esters coming through with a banana and lemon kick in the end. Very good mouthfeel and even easier to drink. Doesn't come through like 7.3% at all. As this warms a bit more phenolic notes come out and a bit of sulfur. The malt character is complex with some straw and and oily character from the large amount of wheat.
This is a fantastic beer. I'm not sure it warrants the $17.99 price tag for a big bottle but it was tasty.
12-30-2013 19:14:28 | More by stewart124
Ontario (Canada)
4.5/5 rDev +9.2%
12-26-2013 03:15:28 | More by RedAleMan
4/5 rDev -2.9%
12-17-2013 06:03:50 | More by Dbrulet
4/5 rDev -2.9%
12-14-2013 20:43:35 | More by 2dogbrew
3.75/5 rDev -9%
11-23-2013 06:23:35 | More by MichaelBigbone
3.75/5 rDev -9%
11-19-2013 15:10:22 | More by sweemzander
4.25/5 rDev +3.2%
11-17-2013 03:47:13 | More by BKotch
United Kingdom (England)
4.5/5 rDev +9.2%
11-05-2013 13:43:27 | More by Andy_Luft
New York
4/5 rDev -2.9%
10-31-2013 18:08:46 | More by nodder
Ontario (Canada)
3.5/5 rDev -15%
10-26-2013 23:10:04 | More by TerryW
Schneider Weisse Tap X Mein Nelson Sauvin from Weisses Bräuhaus G. Schneider & Sohn GmbH
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Each year, during the last weekend in June, athletes, their family and friends, converge on beautiful Central Oregon to take part in the Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival. Pacific Crest is known as the jewel of multisport events in the Northwest and it has become a traditional destination race for athletes from across the nation, as well as from across the globe.
Pacific Crest events begin Friday morning, with the competition and fun continuing into Sunday afternoon. The full, fun weekend includes Tour de Crest Bike Tours, Long Course and Olympic Triathlons, Endurance and Olympic Duathlons, Marathon, Half-Marathon*, 10k, 5k and three kids events – truly something for everyone! Plus, The Village shopping area in Sunriver becomes the Pacific Crest Sports & Fitness Expo with a terrific assortment of gear, clothing, health products, food and beverages to sample and fun "giftables" to purchase. In the Deschutes Brewery Beer Garden, next to the Village Bar and Grill, athletes, family and friends can enjoy Deschutes Brewery beers, great food, and live entertainment throughout the weekend. Popular Portland-based, international band Hit Machine will perform Friday and Saturday nights to Rock the Village and keep the celebrations in full swing.
*The Pacific Crest Half-Marathon is part of the Bakers Dozen Half-Marathon Series. The Bakers Dozen Series is comprised of 13 Half-Marathons produced by NW-based organizations and which take place throughout the summer at beautiful NW sites. And, each of the events give back to their local communities! By completing at least three of the races, athletes become eligible to win one of Twenty-Five 2015 Bakers Dozen Passports – awarding the bearer FREE ENTRY into these events during the 2015 Season! See the Bakers Dozen site for details about the races, the Series ranking system – powered by Athlinks - and how the Passports will be awarded.
Pacific Crest is a great weekend full of competition, fun, camaraderie, and most of all – some of the best competitive racing you will find in the country.
A big part of the enjoyment during Pacific Crest Weekend for the athletes is in finishing their trithlon, duathlon, run or walk (or for some, even two or three events)! A Pacific Crest Finisher Shirt is the perfect usable "brag" memento for this accomplishment! (Click on shirts for larger view.)
This year's Pacific Crest Finisher Shirts are the Banff Short Sleeve Tee from Greenlayer: As rugged and beautiful as the landscape in Banff, British Columbia in Canada, this short sleeve shirt offers a UPF rating of 50+ and a stretch, wicking material that will cover any outdoor adventures. This soft, comfortable material can be worn relaxing post workout or tackling the toughest terrains in the Northwest and this style features an invisible back pocket to hold valuables or nutrition, bringing together functionality and style! (Fabric: 165g. 90% Polyester, 10% spandex jersey / BODY: 92% meryl skin life, 8% spandex jersey)
Finisher Shirts are available for purchase in a wide range of sizes:
Order your Pacific Crest Finisher Shirt here before Monday, June 9th to guarantee your size and style. (Finisher Shirts are separate from the event shirt included with race entry fee.) Pre-ordered Finisher Shirts will be available for pick up throughout Pacific Crest weekend at the AA Sports Event Merchandise Tent. Some additional Finisher Shirts will be available for sale during Pacific Crest weekend, while quantities last, but to guarantee your size and style order ahead!
- Tour de Crest Bike Tours
- Kid's Splash Pedal-n-Dash for kids ages 12 & under
- Long Course Triathlon
- Endurance Duathlon
- Marathon (BAA Boston Qualifier)
- Half-Marathon
- Olympic Distance Triathlon
- Olympic Distance Duathlon
- 5K & 10K Run/Walks
- Kids Dashes (1-mile & 1/2-mile)
June 27-29, 2014 – Sunriver, Oregon. Join thousands of athletes from across the country and take advantage of this opportunity to take a fun, active family vacation in beautiful Sunriver, Oregon, in the heart of scenic Central Oregon.
Click here for Prior Years' Results
VIDEO Highlights of Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival from previous years.
Long Course Triathlon Bike Course Preview
* 58 miles in two minutes!
HIGHLIGHT VIDEO, by Kevin Lynch
The 2014 Pacific Crest Weekend is proud to benefit and host the following charities and special groups. Please join us in supporting their causes by contacting them directly!
- Team In Training: TNT has become the most influential endurance sports training program for charity in the world. In addition to the benefits of training or nutrition or gear clinics, expert coaching or cool events you choose to participate in – it's about a passion to change the world by helping fund cures for cancer, not someday but TODAY! During the last 26 years, 570,000 participants have raised 1.4 billion dollars getting us closer to a world without cancer. Join TNT today to make a difference! www.teamintraining.org
- Three Rivers Care for Kids Foundation: Three Rivers Care for Kids Foundation promotes the education and welfare of children in the Three Rivers area of southern Deschutes County, between Bend and LaPine. They fund education and social service programs that have a positive impact on children and their families. The Kids events at Pacific Crest serve as a fundraising platform for them, so all kids entries directly benefit Three Rivers Cares for Kids Programs. Contact Jim Manary, 541-408-7747 for more info.
- Team CHM: Choroideremia Research Foundation – Racing to Save Sight by raising funds for research to combat Choroideremia (CHM) a rare inherited retinal degenerative disease that causes progressive loss of vision and and ultimately blindness. CBS produced a news video about a treatment being tested at Oxford University in the UK.
If you are competing for a special foundation or group and are interested in having it featured on the website, please contact:email@example.com
The Pacific Crest Long Course Triathlon will offer a prize purse for the top five overall males and females.
PRIZE MONEY BREAKDOWN 1st Place $1000 2nd Place $650 3rd Place $450 4th Place $250 5th Place $150 *TOTAL: $2500 x 2 (Males & Females)
Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival has been dubbed one of the PREMIER events of it's kind in the country. The triathlons are expected to sell out and it's advised that athletes register AND make travel arrangements early. Come join us for a weekend of excitement in beautiful, sunny Central Oregon. The competition will be fierce and this is one event not to be missed!
Have your bike transported to T-1 Swim-Bike Transition (Gull Point/Wickiup Reservoir) from the registration area in Sunriver Village, eliminating the need to travel to the lake prior to the race. Bring your bike to the Cog Wild Shuttle Booth in the Sports & Fitness Expo in Sunriver Village after you pick up your packet and put your race number on your bike. COG WILD will safely transport your bike to T-1 for $10.00 per bike where it will be placed at your space in the Transition Zone at T-1.
Utilizing the bike shuttle without pre-registration can be done by bringing your bike to the Cog Wild booth in Athletes Village Friday or Saturday. The shuttle from Bend is by pre-registeration only. If you need more information about the service, email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Volunteers, including spouses and other family members or athletes who are unable to participate, are welcome and encouraged to help with the race. Volunteers help ensure the quality and safety of this event, and it's always fun to play a part in a successful weekend. We work with a number of Central Oregon non-profits who volunteer in return for a donation to their organization. If you're part of an no-profit organization and would like more information about how to become involved in Pacific Crest, or any individual interested in being involved in the event through volunteering, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Jody at 503.644.6822 or email: email@example.com
Schedule of Events
The Pacific Crest Weekend begins Friday morning and the competition and fun continues through Sunday.
General Schedule - Thursday
|3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
|Packet Pickup / Registration for Tour de Crest at Registration tent in Athlete Village
General Schedule - Friday
|6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
|Packet Pickup / Registration for Tour de Crest Bike Tours (at the SHARC)
|7:30 a.m.
|Start of Tour de Crest
|10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
|Health & Fitness Expo, live music, food booths & fun
|10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
|Packet Pickup / Registration at Registration tent in Athlete Village
|10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
|Kids Races Packet Pickup / Registration at Registration tent in Athlete Village
|10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
|Bike Transport to the lake for Saturday Racers only
|12 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
|T-1 (Swim-to-Bike Transition) opens for Saturday racers only at Gull Point - Wickiup Reservoir
|12 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
|T-2 (Bike-to-Run Transition) opens for Saturday racers only at Three Rivers School
|4:00 p.m.
|Kids Splash, Pedal-N-Dash (ages 12 & under)
|6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
|Athlete Pre-Race Briefing at the Main Stage
General Schedule - Saturday
|6:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
|Packet Pickup for Marathon & Half Marathon in the Athlete Village
|6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
|Bike-to-Run (T2) Transition opens/closes at Three Rivers Elementary School
|6:00 a.m.
|Swim-to-Bike Transition (T1) opens
|6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
|Buses leave from Bike/Run Transition (T2) to transport participants and spectators to Gull Point (T1)
|7:30 a.m.
|Marathon Start
|8:00 a.m.
|Half-Marathon Start
|9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
|Health & Fitness Expo, live music, food, booths & fun
|9:00 a.m.
|Start of the Long Course Tri & Endurance Duathlon
|9:15 a.m. (approx time)
|First Half-Marathoner crosses the finish line
|10:40 a.m. (approx time)
|First Marathoner crosses the finish line
|10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
|Beer Garden / Food Court / Entertainment on Main Stage
|10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
|Entertainment on Main Stage
|12:00 p.m.
|Awards Ceremony for the Marathon & Half Marathon on the Main Stage
|12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
|Packet Pickup / Registration for Sunday races at Registration tent in Athlete Village (Olympic Tri & Du, 5K & 10K Run/Walks, Kids Dashes)
|12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
|Bike Transport to the lake for Sunday Racers only
|12:00 Noon - 4:00 p.m.
|T-1 (Swim-to-Bike Transition) opens for Sunday racers only at Gull Point - Wickiup Reservoir
|12:45 p.m. (approx time)
|First Endurance Duathlete finishes the race
|12:50 p.m. (approx time)
|First Long Course Triathlete finishes the race
|4:00 p.m.
|Awards Ceremony for the Long Course Tri /Endurance Duathlon
|5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
|Rock in the Park with Hit Machine, brought to you by The Village Bar & Grill
General Schedule - Sunday
|6:00 a.m.
|Bike-to-Run (T2) Transition Open (Three Rivers Elementary School)
|6:00 a.m.
|Body marking at Bike/Run (T2) Transition begins
|6:00 a.m.
|Swim-to-Bike Transition (T1) opens
|6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
|Buses leave from Bike/Run Transition (T2) to transport participants and spectators to Gull Point (T1)
|7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
|Registration / Packet Pickup for the 5K & 10K at Registration Tent in Athlete Village
|8:00 a.m.
|Start of the Kids' 1mi and 1/2 mi Dashes
|9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
|Sports & Fitness Expo, live music (DJ on the Main Stage), beer garden, food, booths & fun
|9:00 a.m.
|Start of the 5K Run / Walk
|9:00 a.m.
|Start of Olympic Tri & Du at Wickiup Reservoir
|9:15 a.m.
|Start of the 10K Run / Walk
|10:00 a.m.
|Awards Ceremony for the 5K
|11:00 a.m.
|Awards Ceremony for the 10K
|11:05 a.m. (approx time)
|First Olympic distance athlete crosses the finish line
|1:00 p.m.
|Awards Ceremony - Olympic Triathlon & Duathlon
|2:00 p.m.
|All bikes/gear must be out of T2 Transition
2014 Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival Entry Fees
Nov 1st - May 31
June 1st - June 26th
|26-mile Ride
|55-mile Ride
|LC Triathlon - Individual
|LC Triathlon - Relay Team
|$100.00/per person
|$105.00/per person
|$110.00/per person
|LC Duathlon - Individual
|LC Duathlon - Relay Team
|$100.00/per person
|$105.00/per person
|$110.00/per person
|Oly Triathlon - Individual
|Oly Triathlon 2 Person Relay
|$60.00/per person
|$65.00/per person
|$70.00/per person
|Oly Triathlon 3 Person Relay
|$60.00/per person
|$65.00/per person
|$70.00/per person
|Oly Duathlon - Individual
|Oly Duathlon 2 Person Relay
|$60.00/per person
|$65.00/per person
|$70.00/per person
|5K Run/Walk
|10K Run/Walk
|Kid's Tri
|Kid's 1/2mi & 1mi Dash
Online Registration
Long Course Tri & Endurance Du
Bus Transportation on Saturday
Bike Transport to Lake (service provided by CogWild)
Downloadable / Printable Registration Forms
Printable registration forms are provided as a courtesy to those who are unable to purchase their registration online or who have coupons, passes, or special circumstances that our online system is not currently able to accommodate. If you are able to register using our online system, that is the easiest way to register.
Marathon, Half-Marathon, 5K Run / Walk, & 10K Run / Walk
Long Course Triathlon & Endurance Duathlon
Kid's Splash Pedal-n-Dash, Kid's 1-Mile Dash, Kid's 1/2-Mile Dash
Bike Transport Tickets (service provided by CogWild)
SUNRIVER: is located approximately 15 miles South of Bend, Oregon just off Hwy. 97 in Central Oregon. 57100 Beaver Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707
Driving Directions from the North:
South Bound on US-97
Take exit 153 for S Century Dr. toward Sunriver
Turn right at S Century Dr 1.5 mi
Turn right at Abbot Dr 0.2 mi
Turn right at Beaver Dr
Sunriver Village Mall will be on the right.
Driving Directions from the South:
North Bound on US-97
Take exit 153 for S Century Dr. toward Sunriver
Turn left at S Century Dr 1.5 mi
Turn right at Abbot Dr 0.2 mi
Turn right at Beaver Dr
Sunriver Village Mall will be on the right.
ALTITUDE: 4,200 feet
CLIMATE: Daytime temperatures range in the mid-seventies, with nights cooling down to the lower mid-forties. Sunriver is located in beautiful Central Oregon, approximately 15 miles south of Bend and within easy traveling distance from the following locations:
City Mi to Sunriver Travel Time Boise, ID 334 6 hours Eugene, OR 143 2-3/4 hours Missoula, MT 600 10 hours Portland, OR 175 3 hours Reno, NV 355 6 hours San Francisco, CA 490 8-1/2 hours Seattle, WA 355 6 hours Spokane, WA 418 7 hours Vancouver, BC 503 8-3/4 hours Yakima, WA 238 4 hours *Based on an average driving speed of 60mph
GULL POINT ON WICKIUP RESERVOIR: The resevoir is located 3.3 miles south of FS Hwy 42 on FS Road 4260, and 1.3 miles south of Twin Lakes Resort. From the Main Entrance to Sunriver, turn right (west). It is .25 miles to the traffic light into the Sunriver Business Park and 0.6 miles to the intersection of South Century Drive (Hwy 42). Turn left (south) onto Century Drive for 3 miles. Century Drive turns right (west) where it meets Huntington Rd. Take the right turn remaining on Century Drive. Century Drive becomes FS Hwy 42 and the intersection with FS Rd 4260 18.3 miles down the road. You will see the sign for Twin Lakes Resort. Turn left at this point onto FS Road 4260 and Gull Point Boat Launch is 3.3 miles south.
RESIVOIR ALTITUDE: 4,700 feet
The Redmond-Bend Airport (RDM) is the closest airport to Sunriver, which is approximately 45 minutes by car from the resort. Current carriers that service Redmond are Horizon Airlines, United Express, Delta and Allegiant Airlines. Direct flights are available to the Redmond-Bend Airport from the following cities: Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles and Salt Lake City.
The Portland International Airport (PDX) is roughly 3 hours from Sunriver, and is normally a less expensive option for flights.
SUNRIVER VACATIONS is an Official Sponsor of the Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival! Make a vacation out of your Pacific Crest Weekend participation. Come to Sunriver for the competition and stay to enjoy all that Sunriver and beautiful Central Oregon have to offer!
Choose from nearly 700 homes, condominiums and cabins managed by Sunriver's elite vacation rental managers. Bring friends and family. Soak in a hot tub. Get a massage. Tell stories, play and laugh together. Enjoy memorable meals, outdoor adventures and the scenic vistas of Central Oregon's unspoiled nature. And run, ride and/or swim in the Pacific Crest events while based in Sunriver. Discover Sunriver can help you create a memorable Pacific Crest Weekend plan. And if you book a 5 night stay, you the 6th and 7th nights are free! Bonus: Pacific Crest participants receive 10% off their rental rates.
Call Discover Sunriver today at 800-874-7644 or visit www.sunrivervacations.com
*Sunriver Vacations rental partners are Sunray Vacation Rentals, Discover Sunriver, Mountain Resort, Village Properties, and Sunset Lodging.
CAMPING AT GULL POINT (Wickiup): The Forest Service has camping available on a first-come first-served basis adjacent to the start area for the Tri/Du
Area Attractions
Mavericks at Sunriver is a world-class facility located in the heart of the resort, providing you with a convenient destination for sports, health and fun. Mavericks redefines what you think of as a "health club." The atmosphere is more like a lodge or a spa, filled with a broad array of activities. The facility includes a new indoor pool, game room, climbing wall and Flowrider Wave machine. Sunriver Vacations guests enjoy exclusive access to Mavericks during their stay. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
THE SHARC (Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center)
The SHARC is open to all Sunriver guests for use. This new facility includes outdoor and indoor pools, lazy river, water slides, social hot tub, tot splash & play areas, event space/amphitheater, fitness center (SROA owners only), cafe, park, picnic areas, playground, bocce ball, basketball, year-round tubing hill. The SHARC is located on Overlook Road just off circle 2.CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
|Play outside with Sun Country Tours! We hope you're enjoying the Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival! For more fun things to do outside in Central Oregon, give us a call or pay a visit. Sun Country Tours has been creating unforgettable river adventures for fun-seeking families since 1978, and we're now celebrating our 35th anniversary as one of the most respected outfitters in the West. Check out the Big Eddy Thriller, our signature whitewater rafting trip only minutes from Bend. This three-mile trip down an active section of the Deschutes River is our most convenient trip, and leaves time to enjoy other fun things to do in Central Oregon. We also offer Standup Paddle Boarding and river float tube rentals. Find our shop in the Village at Sunriver behind the Sunriver Country Store. Call us at 800.770.2161 or visit us atwww.suncountrytours.com. Be prepared for family fun!
|Explore Central Oregon's great outdoors while you're in Sunriver for the Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival! Join Wanderlust Tours and their renowned naturalist guides on a guided outdoor adventure – great for all ages!
|Call Wanderlust Tours to reserve your space on any of these half-day guided tours to turn your Pacific Crest weekend into a wonderful vacation! For advance reservations, call 800-962-2862. Call 541-389-8359 once you're in Central Oregon.Or go to www.wanderlusttours.com for more information.
Half-day tours daily, 9 a.m. or 1 p.m.
Take an exciting journey with Wanderlust Tours deep into the heart of the rugged Cascade Range to paddle the glassy waters of a pristine mountain lake – home to otters, beaver, eagles and osprey. All ages and ability levels welcome! Picks up in front of the Sunriver Lodge. $45/per person. $40/kids under 12. Reservations required.
Half-day tours daily, 9 a.m. or 1 p.m.
Discover the hidden underground world of Central Oregon's remote, desert caves with a naturalist guide! The caves are large and safe and ultimately fascinating for the whole family! Escape the afternoon sun's heat while you explore the unique micro-ecosystems in these cool caverns. (Note: This is not Lava River Cave on Hwy 97 – we take you away from the crowds!) Meet at the High Desert Museum. Helmets and headlamps provided. $40/per person. $35/kids under 12 (5 years old minimum). Reservations required.
Half-day tours daily, 9 a.m. or 1 p.m.
Newberry National Volcanic Monument – Wanderlust Tours will guide you deep into the belly of an ancient volcano. At 6,300 feet you'll walk on a safe trail atop a mountain of black glass and hike the shores of sparkling Paulina Lake, through old growth hemlock forest and past a towering lava flow. Great for families! Picks up in front of the Sunriver Lodge. $40/per person, $35/kids under 12. Reservations required.
- Play Golf at Sunriver's award winning, The Meadows, Woodlands or Crosswater Golf Courses 800-801-8765.
- Visit our 50+ unique shops and restaurants here in Sunriver. Contact Sunriver Chamber of Commerce at (541) 593-8149.
-Attend a variety of Music events in the Village Mall Area or attend a special Sunriver Music Festival event (541) 593-1084
-Rent a bike, from one of our local bike shops and tour the extensive 35+ miles of bike trails surrounding Sunriver. Contact Sunriver Chamber of Commerce (541) 593-8149
- Central Oregon Adventures offers scooter rentals, canoe and kayak rentals and guided float trips, water craft rentals, and finally Guided ATV excursions and unguided rentals. Call (541) 593-8887 online at www.coadventures.com
-Take a guided tour on the Deschutes River, either slow and easy or white water tours are available (541) 593-2161 for reservations or www.suncountrytours.com
- Rent a canoe or kayak at the Sunriver Marina (541) 593-3492, or from a variety of local sports shops here in Sunriver.
- Fly, or stream fish in a number of local rivers, lakes and streams for German Brown, Rainbow Trout and others. Contact Sunriver Fly Fishing Guides at (541) 593-8247, Sunriver Fly Shop at (541) 593-8814, or Hook & Fly Shop/Cascade Guide & Outfitters at 1-888-230-HOOK for guide services and equipment.
-Day Hike into the Deschutes National Forest, or to any local Natural treasures including Lava Lands National Park and many, others. Sunriver Chamber of Commerce can be reached at (541) 593-8149
- Visit the renowned High Desert Museum just a few miles north of Sunriver (541) 382-4754
- Travel along the Cascade Lakes Highway, and visit one of America's most important scenic byways. (541) 593-8149
- Walk along our paved walking paths and discover Sunriver's natural beauty and beautiful sunsets (maps available online at www.centraloregonmaps.com)
- Dive into two of Sunriver's swimming pools. Contact Sunriver Owners Association at (541) 593-6752 or SHARC North Pool at 593-6778.
-Play tennis in Sunriver, or take lessons at locally sponsored tennis clinics. Call Sunriver Tennis at (541) 593-5707.
- Drop in to play volleyball, basketball, soccer softball, either organized sports or one on one at Fort Rock Park. Call Sunriver Owners Association for details (541) 593-2411
- Kids will enjoy a variety of organized summer activities hosted by Sunriver Recreational Services or Sunriver Resorts Fort Funnigan (541) 593-2411 or 800-801-8765.
-Enjoy the Sunriver Nature Center, and take a walk on the wild side…View bald eagles in their natural habitat, egrets, water fowl and land animals indigenous to the area (541) 593-4394
- Check out one of the Northwest's best observatory's right here in Sunriver at the nature center! www.sunrivernaturecenter.org
Visit our web site for more info at www.sunriverchamber.com
(more information coming soon)
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Farm-based tourism, known as agritourism, can provide farmers with significant supplemental income, especially for smaller operations. University of Cooperative Extension, which recognizes the economic impact agritourism can have on individual farmers, is devoting a new program area focusing on educating, promoting, and supporting agritourism opportunities throughout Maine's farming community.
UMaine Extension's Marc Edwards, a tourism and economic development professional, will present the program, "An Introduction to Growing Tourism on the Farm," in two locations this month. Edwards will be at UMaine Extension's Androscoggin/Sagadahoc counties offices, located at 24 Main St. in Lisbon Falls, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 8. The second session will be at UMaine Extension's Franklin County office at 138 Pleasant Street, Suite 1, in Farmington from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 15.
The sessions are open to the public and cost $25 for materials.
The program is intended for new and existing farmers currently not engaging in agritourism activities, but who may be considering developing agritourism on their farms. It will bring awareness of agritourism opportunities and the potential for farmers to benefit from developing agritourism on their farms.
After attending this program, participants will have a general understanding of agritourism, and will be able to identify at least one potential agritourism activity on their farm. Participants will also be able to identify the first three basic steps towards developing agritourism on their farm.
What defines agritourism, according to Edwards, can range from roadside stands and pick-your-own operations to farmers markets and on-farm retail stores.
"It really depends on who you ask," he says. "There are many definitions out there."
A 2006 UMaine report estimated Maine farms that incorporate agritourism activities generated total farm sales of $65.6 million. Agritourism activities accounted for about 43 percent ($28.3 million) of the total sales on those farms. These sales supported 1,762 full- and part-time jobs, or 39 percent of all hired workers on agritourism farms.
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THEIR FAVORITE THINGS: Scottsboro Boys Tony Nominee Colman Domingo Shares His Theatregoing Experiences
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Playbill.com's new feature series, Their Favorite Things, asks members of the theatre community to share the Broadway performances that most affected them as part of the audience.
This week we spotlight the choices of Scottsboro Boys Tony nominee Colman Domingo, the actor-playwright-director who is currently directing Carlo D'Amore's No Parole, which is part of the 2012 All for One Theater Festival and will be seen Sept. 16 and 29 at the Cherry Lane Theatre; visit www.afofest.org. Domingo is also the playwright and star of the upcoming Public Theater production of Wild with Happy, and he can currently be seen in Spike Lee's "Red Hook Summer."
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Turkey Wonton Cups Recipe
Convenient wonton wrappers make these cute hors d'oeuvres as fun to make as they are to eat. I sampled them at a party and couldn't believe how tasty they were. They disappeared quickly, and no one ever suspected that the crunchy cups were low in carbs. —Barbara Rafferty of Portsmouth, Rhode Island
- 48 wonton wrappers
- 1-1/4 pounds lean ground turkey
- 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 cup fat-free ranch salad dressing
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped ripe olives
- Press wonton wrappers into miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. (Keep wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to bake.) Bake at 375° for 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
- In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the turkey, cheese, ranch dressing, onions and olives. Spoon by rounded tablespoonfuls into wonton cups.
- Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 5-6 minutes or until heated through. Serve warm. Yield: 4 dozen.
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Loved it and was easy to prepare. I omitted the olives as I am not a big olive person.
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Absolutely divine! I've tried a number of variations for what I stuff the Wontons with including a dessert wonton that bakes the outside then a dab of ice cream, drizzle of chocolate syrup and cinnamon and sugar top...Mmmm!
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First One-on-One: Lesley M
Sean picked up Lesley in his limo just like how every other guy in the world picks up a girl for their first date and the two head to the Guinness Book of World Records Museum. Chris Harrison then came out and said to them, "You two are going to attempt to set the record for the worlds longest on-screen kiss." Sure enough, they broke the record of 3 minutes and 15 seconds. I found this very awkward and kind of stupid, especially with a crowd of random people watching.
Lesley was given a rose after a long make-out session with Sean. I really wish that just one time Sean would make out with a girl all night and then send her home. That would be beautiful.
Group Date
I have to mention this first. When AshLee was interviewed about not being on the group date, this was her response and she was serious: "I'm really glad I'm not on the group date because I'm assuming it's some activity."
Sean met the 12 girls at a non-nude beach and spent part of the day doing beach activities. We all knew this would turn into some type of competition once Chris Harrison showed up. He split the girls into 2 groups for a volleyball game. The winning team spends the evening with Sean while the losers head back to the house.
Team Blue: Kacie, Robyn, Desiree, Amanda, Lindsay, Jackie
Team Red: Leslie H, Catherine, Taryn, Daniella, Tierra and Kristy with a K.
Off the first serve we quickly realized that these girls were not athletic at all. Kristy with a K was horrendous. Sure enough, she was the one who was crying and saying she blew it for her squad. She did and she was about as worthless as a yo-yo with no string. The Red team would have been better off with Sarah but unfortunately she wasn't on the date. Somehow Team Blue was able to capture the victory, thanks to Robyn's serve. Not many people in the world can master the two-handed overhand serve.
At the end of the night, Lindsay was given the group date rose. There's something about this girl that makes me think she gets a hometown date.
Second One-on-One: AshLee
When Sean arrived at the house to pick up AshLee, Tierra had fallen down a step and was hurt. Paramedics came, put a neck brace on her, and she said she didn't want to go to the hospital. Since girls always get their way, she didn't go. Bottom line, she's a wimp and wanted attention.
Sean and AshLee then went to Six Flags, which was rented out to just the two of them. Sean then told AshLee that two girls will be joining them. Both girls are chronically ill and met through a children's foundation.
This date was without a doubt one of the neatest dates the show has ever thought of. It was very original, besides renting out the entire amusement park for themselves and the private concert by the Eli Young Band. But hearing the story about the two girls who were best friends that never met until that day, and their sickness, was very emotional as well as hearing AshLee's story of being a foster child and then adopted.
When Sean and AshLee were chatting it up later that night, I actually laughed out loud when AshLee said, "Well, I want like as many kids as my husband and I want to have." Mmmmm....what IF she said she didn't want to have as many kids as her husband and her want to have? Figure that one.
AshLee gets a rose and a make-out session. Seems to be the two hottest items at the end of dates.
Cocktail Part/Rose Ceremony
Once again it was a battle among the girls all for one-on-one time with Sean. One girl would be talking and another would come up and say in the most innocent voice, "Can I steeeeeeal him for a second?" First off, it's not "for a second," and second, wait your flipping turn!
Before handing out the roses, Sean pulled Kacie aside and told her that he would much rather remain friends. The two weren't connecting and Kacie was a way different person on this season than Ben's season.
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Taryn: Didn't get too much TV time. My guess is because she was an airhead.
Kacie: Her family would have ruined this one too. Nice girl, sexy, but nice girl.
Kristy with a K: They never showed her one-on-one time with Sean. My guess is because she was trying to sell him either ViSalus Shakes or a Jager shot.


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arts@newman: A Creative Effort to Unravel Educational Knots
I'm in the middle of reading to my seventh-grade class the book Maniac Magee, by Jerry Spinelli. Our overarching theme this year is Stories of Home, and this book seems a perfect fit.
If you've read this story, you'll understand the image of Cobble's Knot. At one point, Jeffrey "Maniac" Magee accepts the challenge to unravel a very old, tightly wound knot that has been confounding visitors to Cobble's pizza parlor for years. Yet, with some patience, a seemingly intimate knowledge of knots, and a sense of quiet confidence, Jeffrey solves the knot, adding to the level of mystery and respect building around him in the racially divided town of Two Mills.
Cobble's Knot is a powerful metaphor for the social problems that plague the fictional town of Two Mills. In my personal world (one that, at times, seems to take on fictional overtones), the image of Cobble's Knot provides a nice way to begin pulling at the threads of my own practice as I implement a new arts-based alternative program for seventh- and eighth-grade students.
On September 4, 2007, arts@newman was initiated at Cardinal Newman, a K-8 school in Brampton, Ontario, just west of Toronto. For the thirty-four students who chose to enroll in this inaugural year of the program, arts@newman provides an opportunity to use the arts as an approach to traditional curriculum and educational expectations.
Every morning, students immerse themselves in a program that uses the language and techniques of drama, dance, music, and visual and media arts to explore literacy and numeracy. By recognizing the arts as powerful and relevant forms of text, students learn to read, write, and see the world -- and their place in it -- in new and refreshing ways.
Following are some of my fundamental beliefs about education that helped me shape this initiative:
- Going to school and getting an education are not the same thing.
- The current model of schooling found in most jurisdictions within North America has likely done the best job it can with our students but has reached its full potential.
- If we are serious about helping students reach higher levels of achievement, we need to put more energy into creating alternative models of school.
- Many people have a natural and deep-seated resistance to large-scale changes within our educational systems.
- Powerful alternatives to traditional schooling should be provided at all levels of the system and be available to all students.
- The arts help foster a unique perspective on the world that is invaluable in the development of human character.
When you couple these beliefs with the questions I presented in my first blog entry, you can see why the last seven weeks have been an exciting yet complicated time for me and my students.
For the past couple of months at arts@newman, we've been dancing, sketching, singing, improvising, videotaping, and photographing our way through the curriculum. The days are hectic, emotionally charged, and somewhat contentious but extremely worthwhile. And the response from students and parents has been positive. Not only do the students show up for school, they sometimes arrive at my door an hour and half early, announcing, "I'm here to work on my video" or "We're here to work on our dance" or "I'm here because my friends are here," and even "I'm here to get help with math."
In the weeks to come, I'd like to share some of the work students have accomplished in the arts@newman program, discuss the specific assignments and approaches we're developing, and review what has worked or failed thus far. I will also share the tensions of teaching I'm experiencing as I delve further into this new program.
I would appreciate your feedback -- all discussions are important to me as I work to unravel the knot of my current practice and attempt to move the arts@newman initiative forward over the next few years.
Until next time!
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I received an email from a colleague last night about my second blog posting. They asked for some clarification on what I meant by my second belief statement: "The current model of schooling found in most jurisdictions within North America has likely done the best job it can with our students but has reached its full potential."
This is an important one for me and I appreciate the request for clarification. Simply stated, I believe that our traditional model of schooling is limited in the effect that it can have on a student's education. I believe that we have done all we can with that model. We can't squeeze much more out of it. I believe that our reform efforts and energy should now be spent on looking for alternatives to that model.
I'll leave it at that and look forward to some response.
stephen hurley
Mr. Hurley poses fundamental questions that attempt to get at the root assumptions of his practice. Through the process of re-imagining and re-inventing his teaching practice, Mr. Hurley is modeling what is required in a paradigm shift that places emphasis on the educator as learner rather than teacher. It is not just students that learn in our classrooms.
To beginning teachers, Mr. Hurley's act of challenging assumptions could serve as a testimonial that experience and/or expertise alone are not sufficient to bring about educational reform even though evidently he has plenty of both. What seems to matter more is his spirit of inquiry, of action research. There is risk in this activity because we don't always like what our inquiry reveals about us or are practice. Perhaps the "deep-seated resistance to large-scale changes within our educational systems" is more a fear of what we discover about ourselves?
Mr. Hurley is setting out to create new professional knowledge and has invited us to participate in a very public way. I look forward to visiting again and becoming an assistant gardener!
I think your ideas are intriguing, and I agree with your "fundamental beliefs about education". One of your beliefs is that many people have a resistance to educational change. The biggest problem with this truth is that these people are accepting failure as an option for so many of our students. This is especially true for seventh and eighth graders, who are so vulnerable to failure. I am eager to read more about your program and how your students respond.
I read this posting, because I feel tied up in knots about education right now. Much to my excitement, Mr. Hurley's writing brought to life ideas from a class I am currently taking. Our latest readings included sections on different learning styles and multiple intelligences. I have placed a great deal of thought into incorporating these ideals into my classroom. Mr. Hurley has not only brought the chance to use multiple intellegences into his classroom, but has designed an entire school as a model. The student response seems to overwhelmingly positive. His educational beliefs are an inspiration.
It is refreshing to hear that teachers such as Mr. Hurley are willing to challenge current models of education as well as commit to principles of lifelong learning. I have to say that I am more than a little interested in discovering to what levels an arts based curriculum motivates its students. As an elementary art teacher I am no stranger to the joy of the arts. Most of my students walk into the room full of anticipation at what they might create. In addition, an arts based curriculum is sure to reach many different learning styles as students get to visualize, problem solve, and create within their lesson objectives. What I think is key above all, is that students may literally create their own curriculum (within parameters)and as a result, education becomes relevant to the learner. The arts have a much higher place in education than what our current education model has assigned them. I am very interested to read future updates and developments from Mr. Hurley.
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Target demographics: School children in Africa
Direct beneficiaries per year: 5,000
Geographic areas served: Sub-saharan Africa
A Spring of Hope is a non-profit 501(c)(3) public foundation that builds water wells in rural African schools to improve community health conditions and to promote education at a grassroots level. A Spring of Hope's mission and goal is to invest in the sustainable futures of impoverished rural communities in sub-Saharan Africa.
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Деревянная, восьмиугольная в плане, часовня на белокаменном цоколе была построена местным крестьянином Артемием Жуковым, в память избавления Императора Александра II от покушений в 1866 и 1867 гг. Часовня эта поставлена в северной части села на бровке высокого и крутого правого берега Волги на месте существовавшей ранее Ильинской церкви.
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Modern Russia remains one of the world's superpowers. They launched the earth's second satellite, called Sputnik 1, and were the first country to put a human being into orbit around earth. (The first one is called the Moon.)
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"The fire, the wind blew it onto
the roof of another building and so it did a little damage," said Steve
Ewton, Pastor, Bethel Baptist Church.
When crews arrived on scene about a quarter
acre of grass was on fire destroying a building and a popular activity area.
"It was a cinder block building
so it was mostly just the roof we didn't have anything real valuable inside,"
said Ewton.
The fire damaged the roof of the church pavilion where 11-
year- old Ashton Center says he and his friends spend a lot of their time.
"Occasionally we play basketball,
have games and stuff," said Center.
Pastor Ewton says all the credit
goes to the fire officials who put out
the fire in about an hour, preventing any further damage to the church.
"I was really amazed at the
response time of the volunteer fireman I counted four or five fire trucks that
were here," said Ewton.
While the cost of damage is estimated around $20,000,
this congregation is just grateful they have place to count their blessings.
"It could have been much worse if
the fire jumped over to another building then definitely that would have been
more detrimental but we're thankful it was contained," said Ewton.
None of the main church buildings were
harmed during the fire.
According to Chief Dave Crawford with the
Appleby Volunteer Fire Department no investigations are going at this time.
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A Waterloo man knows he's lucky to be alive after being severely beaten during a home robbery last month. Dennis Fix was kicked in the face during the attack, resulting in bruising and brain bleeds.
Fix is doing much better now, and people are rallying to support him, even holding a fundraiser to make his home safer.
Dennis Fix is all smiles now, but he's had a rough few weeks after being beaten during a home invasion and robbery.
"You know somebody come in, in my house--very scary," Fix said.
Fix is thankful he survived, and for how much the community has supported him following the attack. Sunday, Fix's Hy-Vee co-workers held a benefit for him, raising money to replace his stolen items and make his home both safer with a security alarm, and more accommodating to fix's special needs.
"I've only known Dennis for a couple years, but he's just such a nice guy. He'll do anything for anyone. He just talks to everyone. You know, we were happy to throw something together to help him out," said Kelly Burns, Dennis' co-worker.
Fix's family was overwhelmed that hundreds of people, many of them total strangers, turned out to support Dennis at the benefit breakfast.
"It's just a great honor to be part of the community here and Hy-Vee with all the people stepping in and contributing to the cause. It's wonderful," said Don Fix, Dennis' brother.
While most of Dennis' eight siblings live far away, all of them made it to Waterloo Sunday for the benefit.
"If there's anything good about this, it's the fact with our father passing away on Friday, it was able to get all of our family together for this even," Don Fix said.
And in the wake of both tragedies, the family's glad they can lean on each other, and are especially thankful to see Dennis surrounded by people who deeply care about him.
"I thank everybody: everybody I know and not know, thanks very much!" said Dennis Fix.
Waterloo police have arrested Joseph Holmes for first degree burglary in Dennis Fix's case. They also consider Holmes a suspect in several other home invasions that happened around the same time Fix was attacked.


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Have your say on plans to cut buses
Updated 12:09pm Tuesday 14th January 2014 in News By Tarik Al Rasheed
URGENT public meetings have been called to give passengers a chance to have their say on an "outrageous"
threat to bus services.
Malvern town councillor Martin Lawrence is holding two meetings in the town on Wednesday to ensure people understand the implications of proposals to axe public funding for buses and know how they can give their views.
Concerned councillor Tom Wells has called meetings in village halls across his Powick division to give people the same opportunity.
Worcestershire County Council is considering scrapping a £3 million taxpayers' subsidy for public transport as it explores ways to save £98 million by 2017.
A total of 88 services are currently subsidised, including the 41-43 and 362-364 services that carry more than 330,000 people a year between Upton, Malvern and Worcester.
The Malvern meetings are at the Octagon Community Centre, Brook Farm Drive, Poolbrook, at 1pm and 7pm.
Coun Lawrence said: "There are a lot of people, particularly older people, who haven't got the internet and who can't fill in the consultation forms online. The meetings are a last-minute opportunity for residents to say what they really think, and for politicians to prove that they are listening."
Coun Wells, a long-serving member of the county council, is campaigning against the plans.
He said it is "outrageous"
that the council could even consider withdrawing the cash.
"They are a vital lifeline for people and I want to do everything I can to ensure that my residents' voices are heard loud and clear," he said.
Meetings have taken place in Hanley Swan Village Hall – where more than 100 people attended – and Callow End Village Hall this week.
A third and final meeting will take place in Welland Village Hall at 7pm on Monday.
As well as explaining the situation, Coun Wells will be attending the meetings well armed with consultation response forms and ensuring people know how to properly fill them in.
He said he will deliver all the responses completed at the meetings personally to County Hall before the consultation closes on Friday, January 17.
Coun John Smith, county cabinet member for highways, has warned that "tough decisions will have to be made". But he said no final decisions have been made and has urged people to have their say during the consultation.
The consultation can also be completed online at worcestershire.gov.uk/bus servicereview.
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10:16am Fri 17 Jan 14
ElaineIsobel says...
6:45pm Sat 18 Jan 14
Geep says...
If you do not drive, or are incapable due to infirmity, these bus services are vital.
7:57pm Sat 18 Jan 14
Bufton Tufton says...
8:03pm Sat 18 Jan 14
Bufton Tufton says...
The services do NOT carry more than 330,000 a year, the 330,000 figure equates to passenger journeys which are not the same thing at all. A large majority of the people who use these routes are regular travellers so the figure includes one-off journeys and also the same people travelling again and again.
7:19pm Sun 19 Jan 14
Geep says...
10:53pm Sun 19 Jan 14
Bufton Tufton says...
Geep wrote:The point is that the number of people who could potentially be affected by a possible reduction in bus services is not as great as 330,000.
Sorry, Bufton, what is your point? Or are you splitting hairs? We all know that WN is often not correct in the way it puts thing...I'm sure the average reader is capable of understanding this means there are 330,000 passenger journeys p.a.
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