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Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Diagnoses of HIV/AIDS --- 33 States, 2001--2004
In 2003, an estimated 1.2 million persons in the United States were living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, 47% of whom were non-Hispanic blacks* (1) . This report describes racial/ethnic disparities in diagnoses of HIV/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) during 2001--2004 and reported to CDC through June 2005 by 33 states that used confidential, name-based reporting of HIV and AIDS cases for at least 4 years. Of the estimated 157,252 diagnoses of HIV infection, the number of cases and diagnosis rates among blacks were higher than those for all other racial/ethnic populations combined. Among males, blacks had the largest or second-largest percentage of cases in every transmission category; among females, blacks had the largest percentage of cases in all transmission categories. Moreover, among both males and females, blacks represented the largest percentage of HIV/AIDS diagnoses in every age group. New and improved prevention strategies, including expanded HIV testing, targeted communications, and tailored prevention services, are needed to help address disparities in HIV transmission among blacks.
Cases of HIV and AIDS were analyzed together as HIV/AIDS (i.e., HIV infection with or without AIDS) and counted by year of earliest reported diagnosis of HIV infection. Adult cases were classified into the following hierarchy of transmission categories: 1) male-to-male sexual contact (men who have sex with men [MSM]), 2) injection-drug use (IDU), 3) both male-to-male sexual contact and injection-drug use (MSM/IDU), 4) high-risk heterosexual contact (i.e., with a person of the opposite sex known to have HIV/AIDS or a risk factor [e.g., MSM or IDU] for HIV/AIDS), and 5) all other risk factors combined. Pediatric cases were classified as either perinatal transmission or all other transmission categories combined. The number of HIV/AIDS diagnoses, rates per 100,000 population, and estimated annual percentage change (EAPC) (with associated 95% confidence intervals [CIs]) were calculated. Data were adjusted for reporting delays and redistribution of risk among persons initially reported without sufficient information to classify them into a transmission category (2).
Although blacks accounted for approximately 13% of the population of the 33 states during 2001--2004 (3), they accounted for the majority (80,187 [51%]) of HIV/AIDS diagnoses. Blacks accounted for the greatest percentage of cases diagnosed among males (44%) and the majority of cases among females (68%) (4).
Among males, 36% of MSM cases, 54% of IDU cases, 39% of MSM/IDU cases, and 66% of high-risk heterosexual contact cases were in blacks. Among females, 70% of high-risk heterosexual contact cases and 60% of IDU cases were in blacks. Moreover, 69% of cases of perinatal transmission were among blacks.
Average annual rates of HIV diagnoses for specific transmission categories were calculated using race/ethnicity- and age-specific census data as the denominators. For example, the rate of cases among blacks with male-to-male sexual contact represents the number of cases among black MSM per 100,000 black males during 2001--2004. Blacks had the highest average rates for all transmission categories. For cases among MSM, the rate for blacks was 69.0 per 100,000, compared with 13.9 for whites, 37.8 for Hispanics, 8.2 for Asians/Pacific Islanders (A/PIs), and 12.1 for American Indians/Alaska Natives (AI/ANs). For cases among males reporting IDU, the rate for blacks was 26.9 per 100,000, compared with 1.7 for whites, 12.0 for Hispanics, 1.6 for A/PIs, and 2.7 for AI/ANs. For cases among males with high-risk heterosexual contact, the rate for blacks was 35.5 per 100,000, compared with 1.1 for whites, 10.9 for Hispanics, 2.3 for A/PIs, and 2.4 for AI/ANs. For cases among females reporting IDU, the rate for blacks was 14.2 per 100,000, compared with 1.0 for whites, 4.8 for Hispanics, 0.6 for A/PIs, and 2.2 for AI/ANs. For cases among females with high-risk heterosexual contact, the rate for blacks was 58.3 per 100,000, compared with 2.2 for whites, 15.0 for Hispanics, 2.8 for A/PIs, and 5.3 for AI/ANs.
EAPC was used as a measure of the change in HIV diagnosis rates from 2001 to 2004. Among males (Figure 1), EAPC for blacks was -4.4 (CI = -8.4---0.3), for whites was 1.4 (CI = -3.3--6.4), for Hispanics was -4.7 (CI = -11.2--2.3), for A/PIs was 8.1 (CI = 1.8--14.7), and for AI/ANs was 2.4 (CI = -6.4--12.1). Among females (Figure 2), EAPC for blacks was -6.8 (CI = -9.8---3.7), for whites was -2.1 (CI = -8.2--4.3), for Hispanics was -13.0 (CI = -19.7---5.7), for A/PIs was 14.3 (CI = 3.4--26.4), and for AI/ANs was 4.8 (CI = -26.3--49.1).
Although the annual percentage decrease in HIV diagnosis rates among blacks was statistically significant (p<0.05), the annual HIV diagnosis rates among both black males and females remained higher than the rates for all other racial/ethnic populations. In 2004, among males, the rate of HIV/AIDS diagnosis for blacks (131.6 per 100,000) was 7.0 times higher than that for whites (18.7 per 100,000), 2.2 times higher than that for Hispanics (60.2 per 100,000), 9.5 times higher than that for A/PIs (13.9 per 100,000), and 6.3 times higher than that for AI/ANs (20.8 per 100,000). Among females, the HIV/AIDS diagnosis rate for blacks (67.0 per 100,000) was 20.9 times higher than the rate for whites (3.2 per 100,000), 4.1 times higher than the rate for Hispanics (16.3 per 100,000), 16.3 times higher than for A/PIs (4.1 per 100,000), and 8.7 times higher than for AI/ANs (7.7 per 100,000) (5). The rate among black females was higher than rates among males in any other racial/ethnic population.
By region,§ blacks accounted for the majority of diagnoses in the South (47,497 [54%]) and Northeast (23,674 [53%]). Black males accounted for more HIV/AIDS diagnoses than males of any other racial/ethnic population in the South (29,532 [48%]) and the Northeast (14,104 [47%]). Black females accounted for the majority of HIV/AIDS diagnoses among females in the South (17,965 [72%]), Northeast (9,570 [65%]), and Midwest (2,565 [64%]) (Table).
Reported by: J Prejean, PhD, AJ Satcher, MPH, T Durant, PhD, X Hu, MS, LM Lee, PhD, Div of HIV/AIDS Prevention, National Center for HIV, STD, and TB Prevention, CDC.
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During 2001--2004, in nearly every demographic and transmission category, the largest percentages of HIV/AIDS cases diagnosed were among blacks. Disparities were observed in all demographic and transmission groups; however, the disparity was especially pronounced among women, children, and persons with high-risk heterosexual contact. Blacks accounted for the highest percentages and rates of cases for both males and females in the high-risk heterosexual contact transmission category and for the majority of cases of HIV attributed to perinatal transmission (5).
During 2001--2004, the most common mode of transmission for HIV infection for both black males and females was sex with a man. The National HIV Behavioral Surveillance System (NHBS) surveyed MSM who frequented MSM-identified venues (e.g., bars, street locations, dance clubs, cafés, retail stores, gay pride events, social organizations, gyms, sex clubs, and parks) in five U.S. cities. Forty-six percent of black MSM in the study were HIV positive; of those, 67% were unaware of their HIV status (6). High-risk heterosexual contact is the main route of HIV transmission among black females and the second most common route among black males. Continuing high rates of HIV infection among blacks underscore the need for effective, culturally tailored HIV-prevention strategies, including outreach testing strategies for identifying persons with undiagnosed HIV infection.
The findings in this report are subject to at least three limitations. First, confidential, name-based HIV/AIDS surveillance was not conducted in all 50 states and U.S. territories. The 33 states included in this analysis accounted for 63% of the national total of AIDS diagnoses (excluding U.S. territories) and might not be nationally representative. Data from several areas with high AIDS morbidity (e.g., California, Illinois, and the District of Columbia) were not included. However, the racial/ethnic disparities described in this report are similar to the disparities observed in AIDS cases from all 50 states (5). Second, classification of cases with no identified risk factor was based on follow-up investigations; those cases were assumed to constitute a representative sample of all cases initially reported without a risk factor. Finally, this analysis was not constructed with age-specific subgroups, in which different trends in HIV/AIDS diagnosis rates might be observed.
A comprehensive national program is required to address the substantial racial disparities in HIV/AIDS diagnoses in the United States described in this report. To reduce disparities, partnerships must be enhanced among a broad range of persons and groups, including governmental agencies, community organizations, faith-based institutions, educational institutions, community opinion leaders, and the public. Through Minority AIDS Initiative funding, CDC has funded prevention programs aimed at reducing the disparity in HIV/AIDS diagnoses nationally. As part of this effort, CDC's Advancing HIV Prevention (AHP) initiative is aimed at reducing barriers to early diagnosis of HIV and at increasing access to quality medical care, treatment, and ongoing prevention services for HIV-infected persons.
Through AHP, CDC has introduced programs (e.g., HIV testing and sex network demonstration projects) to increase HIV testing among populations at risk for HIV infection (7) and has proposed revisions to HIV-testing recommendations to include routine HIV testing of adults, adolescents, and pregnant women in health-care settings (7,8). In addition, CDC, in collaboration with state and local health departments and community-based organizations, continues to promote effective HIV-prevention interventions that target persons who are at high risk for HIV infection (9). Ensuring that these programs are broadly accessible to blacks living in disadvantaged areas, including urban areas and the rural South, is critical.
In 2005, CDC established an African American Working Group to develop a comprehensive action plan to increase and strengthen HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted disease (STD) prevention activities for blacks who are at high risk for infection. Moreover, CDC is working to engage partner organizations from various backgrounds and disciplines, including educational institutions, researchers, state and local health departments, community-based organizations, faith-based programs, and AIDS services organizations, to address HIV/AIDS and STD prevention concerns among blacks in the United States.
- Glynn MK, Rhodes P. Estimated HIV prevalence in the United States at the end of 2003 [Abstract T1-B1101]. Presented at the 2005 National HIV Prevention Conference, Atlanta, GA; June 14, 2005.
- Green T. Using surveillance data to monitor trends in the AIDS epidemic. Stat Med 1998;17:143--54.
- US Census Bureau. Population estimates: entire data set. Available at http://www.census.gov/popest/datasets.html.
- CDC. Trends in HIV/AIDS diagnoses---33 states, 2001--2004. MMWR 2005;54:1149--53.
- CDC. HIV/AIDS surveillance report, 2004. Vol. 16. Atlanta, GA: US Department of Health and Human Services, CDC; 2005. Available at http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/topics/surveillance/resources/reports/2004report/default.htm.
- CDC. HIV prevalence, unrecognized infection, and HIV testing among men who have sex with men---five U.S. cities, June 2004--April 2005. MMWR 2005;54:597--601.
- CDC. Advancing HIV prevention: new strategies for a changing epidemic---United States, 2003. MMWR 2003;52:329--32.
- CDC. Revised recommendations for HIV screening of adults, adolescents and pregnant women in health care settings. Atlanta, GA: US Department of Health and Human Services, CDC; 2005. Available at http://www.phppo.cdc.gov/PHTN/webcast/HIV11-17-05/default.asp.
- CDC. Procedural guidance for selected strategies and interventions for community based organizations funded under program announcement 04064. Atlanta, GA: US Department of Health and Human Services, CDC; 2003. Available at http://ahp.nchstp.cdc.gov/docs/CBOProcedures_12-15-03.pdf.
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Goals from Lee Jung-Soo and Park Chu-Young brought South Korea back from an early deficit, but the Super Eagles were almost able to capitalize on a late Yakubu Aiyegbeni equalizer and earn a victory. But close-calls by Obafemi Martins and Victor Obinna failed to come true, leaving Nigeria eliminated after a 2-2 draw with South Korea.
Nigeria made the final moments exciting, with barely missing wide right twice in the match's final moments after Obafemi Martins missed with a chip over Jung Sung-Ryong.
Nigeria needs a win to force a three-way tied for second in Group B, a result with would have sent them through on goal difference. However, the draw leaves South Korea on four points, one point ahead of Greece, and into the knockout stage.
South Korea will face Uruguay on Saturday in the Round of 16.
Advancing past Group B looked tenuous after a Cha Du-Ri mistake early allowed Kalu Uche to convert a Chidi Odiah cross, putting Nigeria up 1-0 in the 12th minute.
A set piece conversion by Lee Jung-Soo off Ki Sung-Yeoung's service evened the match at half, with Park Chu-Young converting a direct kick three minutes into the second to give South Korea a 2-1 lead.
Yakubu, moment after missing a sitter from four yards out, converted a penalty kick in the 69th minute to tie the score, after which Kore renews control of the match.
However, after Lars Lagerback brought on Victor Obinna, Nigeria came alive with a number of near-chances. Ultimately, South Korea was able to hold-on and eliminate the Super Eagles despite the close calls generated by Obinna and Martins.

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Candy will be collected at Brosy Family Dentistry, 175 Cadillac Place in Reno on November 5-8 during regular working hours. Each child is eligible to receive $1 per pound, up to 10 pounds, for all unopened, uneaten candy.
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Help Wanted!
If you are reading this you are the SitePoint member we're looking for.
The SitePoint forums are currently working on improving the sticky threads. Much work has already been done towards this goal within the "Program Your Site" team. And we are acutely aware of some of their problems. But so far what has been done has been limited to the ideas of team members. So here's how you can help:
Do you find the stickies in this forum helpful?
Do you consider any of the content erroneous or out-of-date?
Does the content lack any information that you think would be helpful?
Could they be organized better?
In other words, we want your opinions and suggestions so we can improve the "Program Your Site ~ PHP" sticky threads.
We can't guarantee that all suggestions will be followed, but I personally guarantee that all will be seriously considered.
So don't be shy, please reply.
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What I say here goes for any of the sticky threads associated with forums I post to. I've been here for nearly 8 years and I don't think I've ever looked at the sticky threads. It's not because I don't think they offer useful advice, but when I'm on the forums I'm looking for current discussions. If I wanted a tutorial, documentation or general resources for something like PHP I wouldn't be on the forums looking for it. I'd go right to Google or php.net.
That said, the question is how you might be able to leverage the usefulness of the content within the sticky threads. Has the staff ever considered something like a SitePoint 101 for new forum members? Maybe the content within the sticky threads is available there. I know there are limitations to vBulletin but the folks around here seem to be pretty savvy. Maybe the sticky information is available to someone when creating a new thread? Sort of as a reminder that there is already basic information available.
Furthermore, I believe there's a fundamental disconnect between where the sticky threads are and where someone who is looking for basic information (that may be in those threads) is gong to go. The threads on the first thing on the list of threads for that particular forum, but someone who is going to ask a question isn't interested in reading. They want to ask. I'd like to see this type of information be placed in an area that users who are posting are more likely to see, and hopefully utilize.
Just my two cents.TAKE A WALK OUTSIDE YOUR MIND.
Mar 25, 2010, 02:42 #3
Right now, there are only three sticky's that are specific to the php forum.
The one saying that asking for a cms script should be done in the right forum. A good one, but like Jeff says, I don't think many people will read it before hitting the create new post button. I like Jeff's idea to show this when people want to write a new post. Probably they still won't read it, but at least it'll increase the possibility
Of the other two, one ('PHP and MySQL coding tips') has been closed because it is out of date. So the only one really 'active' is the 'installing PHP on Windows' sticky. Which I never read, because I didn't need to so far, but which seems done quite well.
My opinion?
1) Maintain the sticky content.
2) Disable comments on the stickies (unless it's made on purpose to get comments, like this one). The number of comments on them tends to get huge in time, which means one has to loose a lot of time reading everything. And since 90% of the comments seem to be people who ask questions, and not contributions to the subject of the sticky, in the end it's a great waste of time. It would be much better (IMO) to have them make a new post for their question.
3) Maybe a 'PHP resources' sticky? Like the Advanced PHP resources one. I'm sure it won't be read much, like the others but at least we'll have something to point to when 'where can I find...' question is asked.Guido - Community Team Leader
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vbulletin supports forum specific announcements. In my opinion THOSE should be used for short announcements regarding the use of a forum, not a sticky thread closed after the first post is made.
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I think a thread should be started on the subject of OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) with the basics, etc... Just for a quick reference for new & advanced users. Maybe some example code aswell might help. Just an idea off top of my head."Don't you just love it when you solve a programming bug only to create another."
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I just hate sticky threads it's kinda like a one sided argument...Don't Panic
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TL;DR: The stickies' content seems fine, but some of it could be delivered more effectively outside the forums.
For "Read before you post..." many of the items covered should be part of a more general programming sticky. However, I wouldn't recommend the
The "Installing PHP (5.3 current) on Windows" seems helpful, although the PHP documentation already has sufficient information for Windows installation. Not to mention, it covers installation on many systems. At least providing a link to PHP's installation documentation would be helpful. Also, logic_earth, toward the latter end of the first page, makes a far clearer post explaining which PHP binary to grab, but the initial post is never updated, so his helpful clarification is more likely to get overlooked. The thread would probably be better off without most of its replies. The "i can haz help!!?" question(s) devalue the thread. Stickies providing information and answers to common questions should contain only highly accurate information that has been refined by the community. Any suggestions made should be integrated into the existing tutorial written by logic_earth for consistency.
The "PHP and MySQL coding tips" thread sounds useful in theory, but actually finding what one needs in that sticky seems unlikely. Even if you use vB's search, it won't be as effective as Google. Given how many replies the thread has, it is unlikely people will browse it for too long. It doesn't help that the thread lacks organization and discussion seems to be interspersed between useful information. The PHP forum should probably stick to PHP tips, while the MySQL forum should stick to MySQL tips. Combining the two, especially in this case, just makes it harder to find helpful information. As mentioned by other posters, moving something like this out of the forums is a far better approach. In fact, if SP has a Wiki, this sticky would be perfect there. However, if you'd prefer not to do that, vBulletin has the [aname] and [jumpto] tags, which can allow you to make a ToC, of sorts. However, migrating the thread still seems like a better alternative.
The most appropriate sticky is probably "Where should I post my thread?" The reason is that the information provided is important for the forum itself, and helps ensure proper observation of the division in topicality. I would argue that posts like these are textbook examples for proper usage of stickies."Structure padding is the use of extraneous materials to
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I hope they don't add more megapixels or take away RAW. I have wanted one of these for a while, but haven't been able to justify it yet. Hopefully they don't take away what makes it good before I can get one.
Could you imagine an S90 w/ an aps-c sensor? Not quite an evil w/ changeable lenses, just an s90 w/ a larger sensor. That would be cool. Just to clarify, I haven't heard anything about that...this is just me dreaming here
My guess is they will add Megapixels - they have always done.
On the other hand - compare the 7D to a 400D - same sized sensor - the 7D has better high ISO - so given that the technology has been improved a small increase - maybe to 12-15max wouldn't necessarily be a bad thing.
RAW - if Canon thinks then they'll keep RAW - because that was pretty much THE selling point of the S90.


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Columbia Master of Faster Low
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I was shocked to find such a good pair of Columbia…
Source: bought it new
Price Paid: $45.95 w/coupon
I was shocked to find such a good pair of Columbia shoes for so cheap at Sierra Trading Post (with coupon). I just love Columbia footwear. They don't have the "what's in" product markup, but work as a top end trail shoe. Although, I don't trail run...I love low cut hiking shoes and these shoes just hold up. I haven't had them long enough to give them a 5 stars, but I plan to followup after a few months.
- Price and name brand company
- True to size with a nice arch support
- Omni-grip outsole provides great traction wet or dry
- I didn't purchase the waterproof version
- Why such the long shoes laces?
- Columbia can downsize your logo a bit...go back to older version
True to size. I wear an 11 and it fits the size it says. I think the arch support in the shoe is a good fit for me. If you have high arches you might need an insert. Some reviewers complain that the sole is designed for a narrow footprint. I don't have any trouble at the moment...and I feel I have average size feet.
Only complaint at the moment: Why did Columbia put hiking boot laces in a trail shoe? I think I'll be replacing the shoe laces with something smaller.
I love Columbia shoes...they are just built for comfort. Although, with this version the tongue tends to dig in around my toes after use. I hope this is just the newness of the shoe and will start to conform to my foot. I'll give it time and update my review. At the moment I just don't lace them up as tight as I normally would.
I am not going to say much now. The shoe still has its "factory stiffness", but this weekend I tested it out on a small hiking trail. The shoe seems lighter than the previous versions I have worn and the "Omni-Grip" out-sole provides great traction wet or dry. It has been raining off and on so the trails are a little slick.
Water Resistance:
Well what can I say...I should have spent that extra $20 bucks and gone with the waterproof version. My summer Smartwool socks were wet when I pulled of the shoes.
FYI: I have the leather version of the shoe. The leather is handling the water just fine. Again, time will tell how they hold up with multiple wet trail trips.
In my opinion Columbia does well with good traction shoes. The tread pattern is a little unorthodox, but I was able to walk over damp logs without slipping and the shoes seem to grip in sandy and muddy trail conditions well. I haven't tried on "rocks and roots" yet...
Temp Control:
Time will tell. In spring conditions (50-60°F) with a light pair of hiking socks my feet where just fine. I am not sure about summer conditions...will my feet be too hot? I'll update my review.
Construction & Durability:
Great so far. Again, let's see how the leather holds up...
Just to show you that I have used other brands in the past: I have hiked in The North Face Hedgehogs and various Merrell, Nike, and Asolo shoes. I tried off-brands for price and high end waterproof versions thinking they must be better.
Overall, I found out that price doesn't make for a good shoe. It is the fit, the traction and the longevity. I also like the mobility and flexibility of a low hiking shoe, and this shoe has been a great replacement for the $120+ shoe. The pattern on the sole promotes great traction, the overall design keeps my feet protected, and prevented a lot of slipping. If I keep my feet from getting too wet these things kept my feet warm.
Finally, many sites advertise these shoes as "trail runners". I am not a runner, but for general hiking they work great. Overall a great shoe. Keep on hiking!
As promised I will update this review after several months of using the shoe. I have to admit these are great shoes. They handle everything I throw at them. After replacing the shoe strings with a more practical, shorter version I think I have found the perfect shoe.
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The Master of Faster is one of Columbia's top of the line light hikers. And as you'd expect, it packs a bunch of the company's proprietary technology into a cool looking package. I received a silver grey/green pair (castlerock, lime green to be exact) for this review and was impressed by Columbia's unique take on the classic light-hiker form.
Out of the box, Columbia's Master of Faster makes no secret of the fact that Columbia builds a range of proprietary features into their products. Large logos proclaim that the Master of Faster uses the company's Omni-Tech waterproofing and Techlite cushioning among other innovations. Both features worked well on these shoes.
The Master of Faster feels stiff right out of the box but break in with only moderate use. The laces go almost to the toe — approach-shoe-like — allowing for a very custom fit. Overall, they run true to size so choose whatever size you normally do for hiking/athletic shoes.
For a more complete review and some photos, visit GearGuide.
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Faster than a speeding bullet, the super-lightweight Columbia Sportswear Master Of Faster Low Multi-Sport Shoe for Men nimbly defends feet against fatigue and uneven terrain. The revolutionary and (super-freakin-fast) design bridges the gap between a running and multi-sport shoe to keep you light on your feet through all sorts of trail conditions. The breathable mesh upper features welded seams for minimal-yet-strong support and a Techlite collar and tongue for a comfortable fit. A three-part Techlite midsole with multiple density settings provides cushioning and support where you need it most, and a high-traction outsole boasts a built-in independent suspension system for great grip no matter what youre cruising on.
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Faster than a speeding bullet, this super-lightweight shoe nimbly defends feet against fatigue and uneven terrain. The revolutionary and (super-freakinâ-fast) design bridges the gap between a running and multi-sport shoe to keep you light on your feet through all sorts of trail conditions. The breathable mesh upper features welded seams for minimal-yet-strong support and a Techlite collar and tongue for a comfortable fit. A three-part Techlite midsole with multiple density settings provides cushioning and support where you need it most, and a high-traction outsole boasts a built-in independent suspension system for great grip no matter what youâre cruising on. FEATURES: Closed mesh upper with welded seam technology for minimal yet strong support, Techlite collar and tongue for support and comfort, 3 part Techlite midsole with multiple density setting for added support and comfort, Forefoot lateral and medial Techlite midsole outriggers offer maximum side-to-side support, Midfoot Techlite platform for consistent cushioning throughout your stride, Rearfoot Techlite heel cup offers great support and cushioning, Internal TPU shank for torsion control, Omni-Grip high traction rubber compound meant for all outdoor conditions, Weight: size 7 ½ pair = 9.5oz/269g, Imported,
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CLOSEOUTS . Designed for ultimate support, cushioning and agility, Columbia Sportswear's Master of Faster Low trail shoes feature an ultralight mesh upper, an Omni-Techand#174; waterproof breathable membrane, a three-part TechLiteand#174; midsole and an Omni-Gripand#174; high-traction outsole to keep you nimble and stable. Available Colors: BLACK/CHILI PEPPER, CASTLE ROCK/LIME GREEN, DARK SHADOW/GOLDEN GLOW, DARK OLIVE/CHILI PEPPER. Sizes: 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5, 10, 10.5, 11, 11.5, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17.
- Sierra Trading Post
An innovative multisport shoe the Columbia Master of Faster is designed for those who demand lightweight and technical ability without giving up comfort, durability and protection from the elements. The Columbia Master of Faster is a hybrid that doesn't sacrifice efficiency or power. It's part running shoe so it's quick and nimble but it's also part light-hiker which gives it impact resistance and multidirectional traction. The closed suede leather and mesh upper with welded seam technology gives strong support in a low-profile, streamlined package and the Outdry waterproof breathable
- River Sports Outfitters
Columbia Men's Master of Faster Low
The Columbia Men's Master of Faster Low is not available from the stores we monitor. It was last seen October 30, 2013 at Sierra Trading Post.
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The most treasured icon in Macau, the facade and stairway are all that remain of this early-17th-century Jesuit church, called Tai Sam Ba in Cantonese.
A haven for pirates until the start of the 20th century, Coloane considerably larger than Taipa, is the only part of Macau that doesn't seem to be changing at a head-spinning rate, which is a relief All buses stop at the roundabout in Coloane Village on the western shore, which overlooks mainland China across the water.
Traditionally an island of duck farms and boat yards, Taipa is rapidly becoming urbanised and now houses hotels, a university, a racecourse, a stadium and an airport.
Macau Museum of Art is a five-storey complex next to the Macau Cultural Centre. It is a well-curated museum featuring excellent exhibits by Chinese artists in Macau and China, as well as paintings by important Western artists who have lived in Macau, such as George Chinnery.
Built by the Jesuits between 1617 and 1626, Monte Fort is accessible by escalator just east of the Church of St Paul. Barracks and storehouses were designed to allow the fort to survive a long siege, but the cannons were fired only once: during an aborted invasion by the Dutch in 1622. Now the ones on the south side are trained at Grand Lisboa Casino.
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(305) 503-6529
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Sunday:
Continental Breakfast Buffet - 6:30 a.m. - 11a.m.
"A la Carte" Breakfast - 6:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Lunch Menu Offered from Noon - 3 p.m. (Monday-Sunday)
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Private Party Contact:
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Corkage Fee: $25 for personal wines.
Window views are not guaranteed regardless of reservation. Window seating is provided on a first come, first serve basis.
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Guests can choose to either use valet service or park in the hotel's garage and pay an hourly fee. Valet tickets are validated at no cost.
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I thought I would give Atrio a try
for the Miami Spice lunch (3 courses only $23) and I was very impressed. The Octopus Carpaccio was outstanding as was the Seafood Black ink Linguine with snapper, scallop, shrimp, and clam broth. Went well with a glass of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, $12. The frozen cranberry nougat dessert with marinated berries was very rich. There is a compact but servicable wine list with more than 10 selections by the glass and the wine room which stocks wine for the entire hotel is right here. Free valet parking with validation was a nice surprise. I would be happy to return anytime or for a group dinner in the wine room or other private room with friends."
Dined on 8/26/2014
During my visit our waiter visited
our table only 2 times. We had to chase him down every time that we needed something. My wife's wine glass did not come until everyone else was halfway with their drinks. Then sat outside by the bar and the service there was just as slow."
Dined on 8/16/2014
I selected this restaurant to
celebrate my 4th wedding anniversary, and I could not have selected a better choice: the place was amazing with great food, ambience and view."
Dined on 8/16/2014
Excellent food. Have room great
for group of 9-10. Miami Spice menu rocks. Pumpking Soup is a gem."
Dined on 8/9/2014
weng to try the miami spice and
did not like it. portions very small and the food was average"
Dined on 8/3/2014
As usual, impeccable service,
great view and innovative menu. The food id excellent."
Dined on 8/2/2014
A group of Friends went to Atrio
to celebrate my birthday and a friend. The rest of the group had never been. They were extremely pleased, and said they would Côme back. The food was outstanding, like all the Times I have been. Service was also excellent. Most of us had the Miami Spice menu, except two who ordered from the regular menu. Food was perfectly cooked and artfully presented. It was quite NICE!!!"
Dined on 8/1/2014
We went here for our anniversary
and found the the place to be quite romantic. The food was exquisite, and the service was excellent. Our server's name was Valentino, highly recommend him."
Dined on 7/26/2014
We first arrived, and it took
about... 30 minutes for a waiter to approach us, AFTER we were already seated at our table. Took 30 minute so us to even get any recognition, and get some water. After that the service was great.. I just dont understand why it took so long considering it wasnt that many other tables there..."
Dined on 7/26/2014
This restaurant gives a great view
of Brickell looking to the west. On the other side, they have a lounge that looks to the east. The lunch menu is a bit expensive for the offerings and portions, but it was reasonable when we used a certificate from Restaurant.com. My burger was surprisingly good, and my friend loved the ceviche she had. Other than that, some of the dishes were just ok (the french dip and the greek salad). Service was good, but we had several people helping us, and probably would have preferred just one person."
Dined on 7/19/2014
The view from the balcony on the
bar is amazing. The restaurant was elegant. The food was very tasty. The tuna tartar and the scallops are a winner."
Dined on 6/27/2014
I purchased a Groupon for this
restaurant because I love trying new places. I was just expecting another overpriced restaurant, and to my pleasant surprise, I was wrong! I had one of the best steaks that I've ever had and the service was exceptional! My server was on point with everything, my water was always full, the manager came to my table and even the hostess came over to make sure my experience was perfect. I will absolutely come back and will recommend this restaurant to everyone. P.S: This place has spectacular views of the city!"
Dined on 6/22/2014
The food was amazing and the
service was outstanding. Since it was Monday night, the restaurant was quite empty, which allowed us to pick the best spot next to the window. The view of the city was amazing and the ambiance very romantic and intimate. We shall go again."
Dined on 6/16/2014
The view was absolutely stunning
-- overlooking the buildings and bridges in downtown Miami. The food was amazing as well, especially the ceviche. I was expecting such a nice place to be overpriced, like many of Miami's restaurants, however this was not the case. The hotel was stunning as well."
Dined on 6/15/2014
Great view. Fast and friendly
service. Casual, but elegant atmosphere. The soups are savory and will fill you up quickly. "
Dined on 5/24/2014
Intimate ambience, with a great
view. Food and wine were amazing, made with fresh and simple ingredients. It was pricey particularly due to over pricing of wine. For example, a bottle that costs $20 at the store was being served for $15 a glass. The food was priced in line with restaurants in the area with the same quality and portion size. Service was a 3 because it took a while to be approached by the server and it was not busy. The first glass of wine took long to come out as well (I obviously like my wine). Overall great experience. I would recommend for a date night but be prepared to spend some money if you like to partake in libations during your meal. "
Dined on 5/16/2014
The food, service, location was
great, but food took way to long to get to us (we were the only ones there) They were setting up for Mothers Day brunch so its understandable that they were busy, would have been nice to get some complementary desserts, fruits or something from the brunch tables for the inconvenience and for being mommies."
Dined on 5/11/2014
Excelent Restaurant. Beautiful
scenic view and delicious dinner. recommend"
Dined on 4/29/2014
Considering there were only 3
other tables of 2-4 people, the service was extremely slow. This restaurant doesn't know how to handle groups. This is not the first time I take clients there and it has taken almost 3 hours for the full experience. Very slow service."
Dined on 3/31/2014
Name brand cocktails before dinner
were over $15 each -- the least expensive bottle of wine was $42 (probably four times its retail cost). The burrata/tomato app'r did NOT have heirloom tomatoes, it had cherry tomatoes, and lots of greenery, very little cheese. The snapper was delicious, but a small portion. Thankfully, the service (Erwin) was superb, because the cost of dinner was far above what it was worth."
Dined on 3/28/2014
Nice place, great atmosphere. The
appetizer, goat cheese croquette was served cold. The food was nothing out of this world. Overpriced for what we were served. The service between each meal was very slow."
Dined on 3/14/2014
Used a Travelzoo deal, 3 courses
for 2 with a drink for 109.00. Silly value deal that is 60% of menu pricing. VIP treatment despite the presentation of the voucher. The service is military precision with professional polish. The food is pure decadence and is Michelin quality in flavor and presentation. We opted for a server suggested wine pairing with each course which was poured and described in detail by the sommelier. Great suggestion and even more value at 35. each. A bit too long of a wait for the dessert course to arrive broke our trance allowing the jet lag to surface but in the end the chocolate souffle was worth the wait. The views are stunning if you can take your eyes off of the plate. This is a must see show when in Las Vegas."
Dined on 3/9/2014
Loved it! Recommend to all. Great
location! atmosphere is just right with a spectacular Miami view Dimmed light quiet setting n food n service was just right. Its a place we should keep secret about so that it remains a gem Miami pioneer A"
Dined on 3/2/2014
This restaurant refuses to return
calls has no menu on it's website and no menu on it's website. I went to open tables to make a reservation. I wanted reservations for dinner, but they are not open for dinner or were full for just about any day. I made reservtions for there brunch at 11:00 am. When I got there, I found out brunch stops serving at 11:00 am. Never heard of a Sunday brunch closing at 11:00. I had breakfast, which was just OK."
Dined on 3/2/2014
Considering I went late right
before they closed everything was great. Service was exceptional considering there was only 1 other party there."
Dined on 2/21/2014
Such Lovely colors all around and
a pleasant Atmosphere, Great View for a romantic date. The Sweet corn harvest Soup was "The Bomb" and desert was another great teaser. Try the crumbled doughnut bread pudding! Service was excellent all around."
Dined on 2/19/2014
I tried atrio out for valentines
day this year... The restaurant seemed like it had prepared for a huge crowd considering the streamlined menu and live music... It was really empty and kinda awkward... I just expected a fun romantic ambiance comperable to Juvia on Sobe... So I after a few drinks I told myself let's give it a chance... So my partner and I ordered the menu 50/50 (super limited vday menu)Both meals and salads were ok but didn't at all seem worth our $330 bill... All in all, this is pretty much a typical hotel restaurant trying really hard without all the right variables... The staff and my date are what made the evening special regardless of the menu/food... I did enjoy myself since it was the 14th but will I go back? Nope..."
Dined on 2/14/2014
Dinner was on a Sunady evening.
The view from our table overlooked the city lights of Miami. Nice. Unfortunately they did not have the bottle of wine that I ordered so we settled for a leser quality Pinot Noir. It was okay. The small free appetizer was a nice touch. The bacon/potato soup was delicious as were the scallops. The lamb chops were good but we ordered one rare (it was med-med-rare) and one med-rare (it was medium). For the price, I expected perfection. Overall a pleasant experience. Very nice wait staff. Might give it another try."
Dined on 1/19/2014
I was looking to make an
impression and this restaurant accomplished that! I had the lamb chops and it was excellent!! For dessert we tried the Goat Cheese Cheesecake - really better than what it sounds."
Dined on 1/17/2014
First time at Atrio and it was a
gem. We took out of town guests there to enjoy a nice dinner and soak in the sights of Miami at night. Could not have chosen better. The ambiance is great, they views spectacular, and the service and food couldn't be better. All in all, worth the trip and the price of admission."
Dined on 1/5/2014
The food was exceptional-as
always! The view spectacular...the service eh! And the cafecito was just -ito! Not enough for the high price we paid $6."
Dined on 12/28/2013
We had a good dinner. I was very
disappointed in the wine list and service. For a restaurant that touts Wine as a cornerstone of the restaurant, when I asked about a specific wine our waitress could not answer (I am ok with that) but I assumed the wine manager or manager would assist. No she Googled the wine, Friday Night and there did not appear to be a manager on site, seems odd. Although the wine list was very nice it was WAY overpriced. Two wines that I personally know and drink were triple the retail price, I get double but not triple. The food was excellent and this is not about the "price" of the wine. I would have gladly paid the price if I felt like this was going to be a special night, we never felt like it was going to be."
Dined on 12/27/2013
My wife and I were there because
of our wedding aniversary. The place is very nice, and with a great view of the bay and downtown Miami."
Dined on 12/22/2013
Muy bueno el lugar y la
decoración, especial para una noche romántica.- Valet parking muy bueno.-La carta no es muy extensa y la comida y la atención normal.-"
Dined on 12/20/2013
It was a very strange evening. Our
waiters kept changing so we never knew who to contact if we needed our champagne poured, etc. There definitely is a decent chef in the kitchen, two of our dinners, (fish) were excellent. However, my husband's steak was cold and didn't come with the FF he ordered. And the dinner never came back after he sent it back. Possibly all this was waiter error but it isn't pleasant dining when one member of the dining party is not eating. The manager was very agreeable and comped the entire cost."
Dined on 12/19/2013
As an electronic trance and house
music lover, the background music is great. Keeps the environment from being stuffy. The food is good and menu well balanced. The wine list is well stocked with good values. The wine room is a neat concept as well. Being within walking distance of Mary Brickell village makes it that much better as it means the night can easily go ON. ONE last hint. Parking is free when validated at atrio, means walking around and or bar hopping after dinner is cheaper since you won't have to pay for parking. Arguably the best first date restaurant."
Dined on 11/27/2013
Temperature in restaurant was
freezing. Only one waiter to serve everyone. Lamp chops were expensive and nothing but fat. Martinis from bar were very good, but expensive. Skirt steak was awesome."
Dined on 11/10/2013
It was by far one of the best
experience we had ever had!!!"
Dined on 11/9/2013
Our food was very good. There
should be more tuna in the Tuna Crudo appetizer but it was good. The view of Miami is spectacular and our service was excellent."
Dined on 11/7/2013
Excellent view, great food and
outstanding service!"
Dined on 9/29/2013
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well.........when i just started going to the gym, i would work out and then I'd be sore the next day....all my muscles would hurt soooo much.....but I LOVED IT!!!!.. i love the feeling of sore muscles in the morning!!!! and now.....i go to the gym more often i guess....or i've been going for like 2 months....and POOF the pain is all gone. no matter how hard i workout.......how much i lift......no matter what i do i don't get sore...... what the hell!?!??@@??@@?!?!!??! all i wanna know is......does that mean that I'm not getting stronger and my muscles are used to the workout and.....i have to do MORE?!@?@?@?@?!??!!?!?!?!? someone answer.....cuz this is buggin me....
It doesn't matter if you get sore or not. If you want to be sore you could try adding in some negatives to your routine.
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You don't have to be sore the next day to have worked your muscles... So normally I'd say you have nothing to worry about.
But, I should ask... are you increasing weight when you can from week to week? How many repetitions/sets are you doing per exercise? As your body gets used to lifting, you'll be sore less and less... But I still get sore after a good workout, and I've been doing the same routine for over half a year. What does your routine look like now? It might be time for a change.
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Just to further what B. said. You say you are going more frequenly now-how many times per week. Could be that you are still tired from your last workout and cant hit the gym with the same intensty as you used to.
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I used to work out high-volume and NEVER get sore, I mean never. Now I use a one part per week routine, super high-intensity, and I get sore almost every workout. Really, really sore. So from experience I would say that working out more often keeps you from getting sore. I've read this as well, now I guess I can agree.
at times ive had the same problem as vikie currently has
and i call it a problem cause it made me want to overtrain tuttut
now that i started up one of the wbb routienes though, im hurting again
My eyes are really sore from trying to read your post... I mean the grean text on the blue background
Seriously though you can grow witth out being sore... but I agree it feels good, try a hard routinue that challenges you with low reps (like the WBB or WBBII rountinue) and then throw in a couple of sets of maximum rep exercies to beyond failure.... should getcha burnin and growin
It's just your body adapting. Don't worry about it. As long as you keep getting stronger, you'll be fine.
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ON THE RECORD: Everybody Rise! The Essential Elaine Stritch Show Recordings, Part One
By Steven Suskin
In honor of Elaine Stritch's retirement this spring, here's part one of a roundup of cast-album tracks that best represent the mellow, earthy, fearless actress known for the musicals Sail Away, Goldilocks, Company, Show Boat and more.
Broadway's favorite self-described "existential problem in tights" is about to pack up the luggage, la-la-la, and move all the way back to Michigan. Elaine Stritch, that is, who arrived here in 1944 and is now giving up her digs at the Carlyle Hotel. Which she celebrated with one last star-studded week at the ground floor café April 2-6. (Read the Playbill report here.) There's nothing like going out to packed houses, filled with friends and fans.
Retirement, or so it seems, at the age of 88. Understandable. Eight-shows-a-week can be rough, even for a youngster of 70. There are times when even a 20-something doesn't feel like dragging themselves in for that night's show, but of course the work ethic of members of the gilded profession always wins out. (Remember the days when everyone played eight performances a week? Even if they had a little sniffle?) When you are in your 80s, though, there surely are some days when you really don't feel up to getting into costume and makeup and singin' and dancin' until 10:45 PM. Eight times a week.
And so Ms. Stritch is throwing in the makeup towel, figuratively. Does this mean retirement? Perhaps — but then again, perhaps not. As long as this lady can remember staging and read cue cards, one suspects that she will be keen to hear the places call. Sitting at home pasting pages into scrapbooks is not for her, I'd guess — although she'd probably be a standout at bingo. Health willing, she'll sooner or later find herself taking juicy featured roles in film and TV land like a latter-day Helen Hayes.
As Stritch takes her leave, for now, we are left with recollections of various performances — some of us with more than others — to remember her by, and a relatively small bunch of cast albums to keep on listening to. Upon consideration of the latter, I thought I'd thumb through my CDs and select a couple of handful of tracks that should perk up listeners and simultaneously give 'em a representative slice of Elaine.
Read on!
"Civilization" from Angels in the Wings, 1947
Stritch was given one song, "Civilization" by Bob Hilliard and Carl Sigman, about three educated savages in a bamboo tree who sing "Bongo bongo bongo I don't wanna leave the Congo." Pure nonsense, but Stritch sold it. The show went unrecorded, but 30 years later Stritch sang it on Ben Bagley's "Make Mine Manhattan + Great Revues Revisited" [Painted Smiles]. If you can't find that — and it is rather difficult to find nowadays — Stritch also performs it on the cast album of Elaine Stritch At Liberty [DRG] with seemingly all the energy she possessed 55 years earlier. It isn't quite as pert as the 1977 recording, though, so I prefer the earlier one.
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"Zip" from Pal Joey, 1952
Just before the tour, she had a featured role in Jule Styne's 1952 revival of Rodgers & Hart's Pal Joey. She played Melba, the newspaper reporter who comes on for a scene and a song. "Zip" — relating a supposed interview with ecdysiast Gypsy Rose Lee — has always been one of the highlights of the show. Stritch's rendition is, not surprisingly, raucous and borders on strip tease. You can find it on the 1952 cast album of Pal Joey [Capitol].
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"You Took Advantage of Me" from On Your Toes, 1954
Zorina starred opposite Bobby Van, from Hollywood, who sure didn't measure up to Ray Bolger. But the entire enterprise fell flat. George Abbott (who produced and directed the revival) hired Stritch as what must have seemed like some kind of built-in reminder of the good times of Pal Joey, but it didn't help. Elaine played Peggy Porterfield, the comedy relief. They — presumably Rodgers, who was very much in evidence — decided to interpolate "You Took Advantage of Me," a standard from the 1928 R & H musical Present Arms! Stritch's rendition is, surprisingly, raucous and borders on strip tease (in a dive). Not much help, as the show closed in eight weeks. But the track on the 1954 cast album — with a wild vocal arrangement by Portia Nelson and a jazz-infused orchestration by Red Ginzler — gives us a good audio snapshot of Stritch at 30.
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"Who's Been Sitting in My Chair?" and "I Never Know When" from Goldilocks, 1958
"Who's Been Sitting in My Chair?" draws on the old Goldilocks tale — hence the show's title — and included a dance for the leading lady and a stuffed bear. "I Never Know When," on the other hand, is a dead-of-the-night torch song, and one which deserves more of a life than it has had. Stritch is smoky and wistful and immensely winning. Before you leave Goldilocks, if you happen to stop by to hear these two tracks, make sure you listen to the perky overture by Phil Lang (with sections by Anderson). And the big dance number "The Pussy Foot," which is so delectable that it won Ms. Stanley her Tony.
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"Come to Me" and "Why Do the Wrong People Travel?" from Sail Away, 1961
What of the romantic ballad, "Something Very Strange (Is Happening to Me)"?, people familiar with the cast album might ask. I'm afraid I've never found it effective. Stritch sings it well enough, but she doesn't sound real to me; perhaps because the song was written for another character altogether. While you're listening, though, you might want to stop for a non-Stritch song, "Call Me." This is Grover Dale (who was to become a choreographer) and Patricia Harty, as the young lovers, with a delightful Irv Kostal arrangement that makes Coward sound almost contemporary. Speaking of Kostal, I would suggest that you simply avoid the 1962 original London cast album. Producer Harold Fielding refused, at the last minute, to pay Kostal for the use of his New York charts; Kostal, thus, refused to allow Fielding to use them. Wally Stott — who later became Emmy-winning arranger Angela Morley — rushed through new orchestrations, but they have none of the sparkle of the originals.
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The failure of Goldilocks and Sail Away more or less scuttled Stritch's chances at musical comedy stardom. She returned to Broadway in 1963 with Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Uta Hagen only played six performances a week — one a day was more than enough — so the producers hired separate actors to play Martha and George at the matinees. Stritch came in when the original matinee Martha left. It is said that she was very good, and I would expect she was. She soon left for a new play, which folded on the road. From 1963 through the rest of the century, she would return to Broadway only thrice.
Next week: Stritch's indelible tracks from Company onward. Click here to read Part Two!
(Steven Suskin is author of "Show Tunes," "The Sound of Broadway Music: A Book of Orchestrators and Orchestrations," "Second Act Trouble," the "Broadway Yearbook" series and the "Opening Night on Broadway" books. He also pens Playbill.com's Book Shelf and DVD Shelf columns. He can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com.)
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During Tuesday's work session, City Administrator Fred Russell talked about a development in the works that would bring 400 jobs downtown. Russell didn't give many details about the jobs, but other officials have talked about a hotel being constructed in downtown Augusta.
There is already a lot of buzz about these jobs. Business owners are looking forward to hearing an announcement sometime soon.
Russell won't talk about the details, but he says there is something in the works that could bring hundreds of jobs to downtown Augusta.
"I feel pretty comfortable at the moment that we have a good project going. But you know, it's like smoke and mirrors, sometimes they disappear as fast they come on the horizon," he says.
And on Tuesday night, Matthew Kwatinetz also talked about the possibility of more jobs in the downtown area.
"We're trying to retain a business from Richmond County, to stay in Richmond County and move downtown. And that might involve as many as 400 jobs moving into the downtown area," Kwatinetz says.
Russell and Kwatinetz wouldn't disclose the company's name, but they say they are in the vetting process right now. Downtown Development Authority Director Margaret Woodard is also hinting at more jobs for downtown Augusta.
"You all are aware that for a couple of years we've been working on a hotel site at the commons. That's getting closer and closer," she says.
If a new hotel is built downtown, and if the 400 jobs move there as well, business owners say it would be great for the area's image.
"It would show that someone feels that downtown is safe. It would show that people are willing and wanting to come downtown, which would be a win-win for everybody," Downtown Business Owner Mike Walraven says.
Even though this would be good news for downtown Augusta, the business owners say they have no idea where these jobs would be located.
"They have the mills. We've been hearing a lot of talk about a project at the mills, associated with GRU, but a gentlemen spoke last night and he stated that the mills were also big enough to house something else," Walraven says.
City officials say that we could know which company is moving to downtown Augusta sometime in the next 60 days. As for a new hotel in downtown Augusta, an announcement is expected very soon.
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Early Life and the WarJoseph Ratzinger was born on April 16th 1927, into a Catholic policeman's family in Germany, and he joined a seminary in 1939. However, although his family had been opposed to the Nazis, who had risen to power during Ratzinger's life, male children were obliged to join the Hitler Youth by the regime, and he had to so in 1941. In 1943 he was forced into the German military, working at an anti-aircraft position, and as the war turned evermore against the Germans he was sent to Hungary to work on defence there. He deserted in April 1945 was later captured by American troops, and held as a prisoner of war.
Career in the ChurchUpon returning to the seminary, Ratzinger continued his studies, and became a priest in 1951, received a doctorate in theology in 1953, earned a teaching license in 1957. In 1959 he began teaching: at Freising, the University of Bonn and elsewhere, until in 1969 he was at Regensburg. During this period Ratzinger encountered students who held Marxist, socialist and other views, and their frequent attacks on the church seemed to him to be comparable with the attacks of the Nazi regime. He thus became opposed to these ideologies, and developed a conservative outlook on Catholic theology. He was also writing, and several of his important works attracted the attention of Joseph Frings, Archbishop of Cologne, and Ratzinger accompanied him to the Second Vatican Council in the early sixties. Ratzinger was, at this point, still progressive, and his arguments helped convince Pope Paul VI to reform the Sacred Congregation of the Holy Office into the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, which aimed to maintain proper theology and which Ratzinger would go on to head.
In 1977 Ratzinger became first Archbishop of Munich and Freising, and then a Cardinal, having impressed Paul VI. Then, in 1981, Pope John Paul II appointed Ratzinger as Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, and the two friends would develop an intimate working relationship. They shared a history in surviving dictatorships, and they shared a conservative outlook. Ratzinger was swiftly seen as a hard man, who pushed tenaciously against aspects of Catholicism he disliked, such as liberation theology, and earned the nickname "God's Rottweiler".
Pope Benedict XVIWhen Pope John Paul II died in 2005 Ratzinger seemed the obvious candidate to succeed him as Pope, but obvious candidates had a poor track record, and many feared that Ratzinger, who was already seventy eight, was simply too old. However, he was elected on April 19th 2005, thanks partly to the faith the previous Pope had in him. At 78 he was the oldest Pope to be elected since 1730, and he took the name Benedict XVI. He has since said he didn't want to be Pope, but worked wholeheartedly to be a success.
Benedict proved, as many suspected, to be a conservative Pope when it came to issues such as contraception, women priests, and gay rights, but he was keen to maintain the steps John Paul II had taken to reach out to other faiths, particularly Islam and Judaism; he has, however, managed to cause offense on occasion. He travelled, spoke out on some human rights issues, and faced the crisis of child abuse in the church, although opinion is divided over his reaction.


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Boone County — Nearly 3,000 Boone County homeowners could pay thousands of dollars more in property taxes next year by failing to verify they have a homestead credit.
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