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Pat Shurmur will join Chip Kelly's staff with the Philadelphia Eagles, according to a report from ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Shurmur was just fired as head coach of the Cleveland Browns, where he went 9-23 in two seasons. It was no secret that he was trying to land an offensive coordinator job after washing out as a head coach, as he interviewed with the Carolina Panthers and New York Jets. But it was Kelly, who took the job after leaving the University of Oregon last week, who took on Shurmur.
Shurmur returns to Philadelphia after working as an assistant coach under Andy Reid for nearly a decade, serving as the Eagles' tight ends coach from 1999 to 2001 and then as quarterbacks coach from 2002 to 2008.
One has to imagine Kelly will be in charge of much of the scheming offensively, as he was responsible for an innovative offense that was constantly near the top of the NCAA in scoring, but Shurmur will likely call plays. It's a tough role, as Philadelphia scored only 17.5 points per game last year — fourth-worst in the league. The Browns weren't much better, averaging just 18.9 points per game.
To be fair to the Eagles, they spent the majority of their season without Michael Vick and starting running back LeSean McCoy, as both were injured. Vick was then benched in favor of rookie Nick Foles as the team's season got out of hand. How Kelly and Shurmur choose to utilize Vick, once among the league's most dynamic quarterbacks, will play a big part in their success next season.


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Investigators are trying to figure out what started a house fire in Henrico Sunday night.
It happened around 9:30 p.m. at a home in the 1900 block of Fon Du Lac Road. When crews arrived, they found heavy fire coming from the roof and the back of the home.
The one person inside at the time said she heard a popping noise, and that's when the smoke detector went off. When she got up to see what was going on she saw the smoke and fire near the laundry room.
She then called 911. Fire crews had the blaze all under control in about 30 minutes. No one was hurt.
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Norichika Aoki of the Brewers struck out three times for the first time in the majors, the last against rookie lefty Kevin Siegrist with a runner on second to end the seventh. Aoki entered the game as the toughest batter to fan in the majors this year, averaging one per 17.2 at-bats.
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FARMINGTON – Teachers and students in Davis School District have been honored for a number of accomplishments this month. The district itself was also recognized.
Davis High's VEX Robotics team won the Programming Skills Award, the Driver Skills Award, the Tournament Championship and the Excellence Award in the Idaho State championship competition. They are ranked 26th in the world for Robot Skills and have qualified for the World Championships in April.
Heidi Block, a district school psychologist, received the Barbara Bennett Excellence in Diversity Award from the Utah Association of School Psychologists. The award recognizes an outstanding school psychologist who has provided leadership and advocacy for the treatment of diverse populations, according to a press release.
High school chemistry teachers in the district were presented a Learning First Achievement Award from the Davis School Board last month. The teachers helped students raise their chemistry scores from 3 percent below the state average to 6 percent above it in just one year.
Davis School District is the only district in Utah to make the Advanced Placement Honor Roll for three consecutive years. The district was one of 539 school districts across the United States, including five in Utah, that made the AP Honor Roll this year.
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Now the situation is more complicate as Nokia is releasing different versions of its products like NAM models for the American market.
The problem is simple. The NAM models have very limited support of languages, while America, especially USA is well known as a multilingual, multicultural country. In New York alone there are hundred of thousands of people speaking any language you can ever imagine, from Chinese, Japanese, to Russian and Greek, but the NAM models are supporting none of them.
I am currently in USA and using the N95 8GB with Greek language and I will transfer to N97 NAM as soon as it is available because I need to replace my old N95 with the powerful N97 and I really need the 3G support while I am here so NAM N97 is the only option for me right now. The problem is the the Nokia N97 NAM does not come with Greek language support and there is no way to install it, while I am not really care regarding the language in Menus, English is fine, at least for me, the real problem is in Typing. I will need Greek for both emails and Internet posts but most importantly I will need that Language to navigate my content.
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Oso Suite - A Bear-y Nice Cabin in Blairsville
- bedrooms 2
- baths 2
- sleeps 7
- pool no
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed yes
- type House
- community Double Springs
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 600 - $ 800 / week
$ 2,000 - $ 2,400 / month
vacation rental description
A floor-to-ceiling stacked rock fireplace in the living room welcomes weary travelers to relax and
unwind while enjoying mountain & meadow views from this quiet cabin in the Northeast Georgia Blue
Ridge mountains. Walls of tongue-in-groove knotty pine panelling give warmth to the main rooms,
which are accented with maple floors.
Built in 2005 and gently used, OSO SUITE features 2 oversized bedrooms and an extra-large loft which
sleeps 2. A full acre of natural woods habitat next to the cabin has been enhanced with native
landscaping and feeders to attract lots of birds and butterflies. Deer and wild turkey are
frequently spotted strolling through the property.
Porch & deck wrap around 3 sides of the cabin with lots of seating. Whether you're sitting on the
rustic log furniture in the front, or unwinding in the multi-jet Sundance spa listening to your
favorite bluegrass music on the built-in entertainment system, the mountains are always in front of
The upstairs Master Suite, adjacent to the loft, has a deluxe king-sized bed. Master Bath with
jetted tub overlooks the woods, and features a huge walk-in closet.
Main floor bedroom with queen bed has french doors that overlook front porch and more mountain
views. Sleeping facilities are augmented by a chair-and-a-half twin sleeper in the Living Room.
A futon in large loft folds down to accommodate children or extra guests. The wireless high-speed
internet modem is also located there. Remote control ceiling fans in the main rooms help cool in the
summer and distribute warmth in the winter.
All stainless steel appliances are featured in the fully equipped kitchen. Dining room is
highlighted by sunny bay windows overlooking landscaping, bird feeders, and deluxe spa. Full-sized
washer & dryer are recessed into main floor bathroom laundry closet.
Outdoors is an easily accessable full hook-up RV pad (50 amp power, city water, sewer, & cable TV)
adjacent to cabin, which has accommodated up to 39' rigs. A large custom-designed wood-burning fire
pit on the edge of the property allows you to roast marshmallows and share good cheer on cool
The cabin is accessed by well-paved roads with no excessively steep slopes (this is especially
important in the winter!). More photographs are available on request. The owners will provide upon
your arrival a more detailed guide to the cabin, community, and local attractions for your enjoyment.
house rental amenities
Central A/C
Floor-to-ceiling Stacked Rock Fireplace
Luxurious High-thread count Linens & European Cotton Towels
Full hook-up RV/Trailer Pad
King bed in Master BR
Queen bed in Main Floor BR
Fold-down futon in Loft
Chair and Half twin sleeper in Living Room
TV with Extended Cable and VHS/DVD player
Wireless High Speed Internet access
Fully equipped kitchen: Cooking utensils, Pots and pans, Electric skillet, Coffee Maker, Blender,
Crock pot, Microwave, Dishwasher
2 BBQ grills - 1 gas, 1 Charcoal
Telephone with limited free long distance
activities and attractions in Blairsville Georgia
While visiting OSO SUITE, you can enjoy some of the local area activities and attractions:
* Antiques * Breathtaking Waterfalls * Historic Churches * Swimming, Fishing, & Boating * Mountain
Lakes * Hiking * Scenic Golf Courses * Whitewater Rafting * Gem Mining * Fine or Homestyle Dining *
Horseback Riding * Motorcycle Touring * Flea Markets * Bowling * Movie Theatres * Shopping * Train
Rides * Mountain Biking * ATV Trails * John C. Campbell Folk School * Tubing * Craft Shops *
Picnicking * Pontoon Boat Rentals * Museums * Young Harris College Planetarium * Miniature Golf *
We are about 20 minutes each from Blairsville GA, Hiawassee GA, or Murphy NC.
We are about two hours each from Atlanta, Asheville, or Chattanooga.
Within driving distances for great day trips:
* The Biltmore Estate in Asheville
* The Smoky Mountains National Park
* Gatlinburg (skiing at Ober Gatlinburg in the winter)
* Pigeon Forge (Dollywood)
* Appalachian Trail
* Amicalola State Park (highest waterfall east ot the Mississippi)
* Vogel State Park
* Nantahala Forest
* The Highlands
* Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
* Alpine Village in Helen, GA (faux Bavarian Village)
* Cherohala Skyway
* Cherokee Indian Reservation and Harrah's Casino
* Blue Ridge Parkway
* "Tail of the Dragon" scenic Highway 19
* Richard Russell Scenic Highway
* Hiwassee Dam
* Fontana Dam
* Nottley Dam
* Museum of The Cherokee Indian
* Casino at Cherokee NC
* Santa's Fun Land Park And Zoo
* Oconaluftee Indian Village
* Smoky Mountain Toy Train Museum
* Wheels Through Time – Museum of Vintage Travel
vacation rental rates
April 1 thru October 31:
$110 per night
$700 per week
$2,400 per month
November 1 thru March 31:
$90 per night
$600 per week
$2,000 per month
Thanksgiving, Christmas and/or New Year's:
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When it comes to dressing their children, these mamas don't have to worry about running to the mall for last minute items. Many of the fashion world's most talented designers consider their children and grandchildren their lucky charms when it comes to showing off their latest collections – bringing them onto the runway at the conclusion of their shows. See if you can guess which couture kids go with which designing women.
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Which fashionable mommy brought all three of her tots, including her newborn son, onto the runway to close out her show?
Rachel Roy
Gwen Stefani
Kimora Lee Simmons
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Which funky grandma likes to make her backstage a family affair, with her daughter and granddaughter sharing the spotlight?
Betsy Johnson
Carolina Herrera
Donna Karan
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Which multi-talented mama toted her son around backstage following the presentation of her Spring 2010 line?
Tory Burch
Cynthia Rowley
Gwen Stefani
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Which mum isn't quite designing for her son when she showcases her latest pieces?
Nanette Lepore
Lela Rose
Rebecca Taylor
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Which mom's fashionable daughter might be a bit too big for the designer's newest line of clothing?
Nanette Lepore
Jill Stuart
Cynthia Rowley
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Which designer's daughter stuck to her mom's monochrome look when joining her on the runway?
Jill Stuart
Donna Karan
Nanette Lepore
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Which designer's granddaughter opted for comfy Uggs over her grandma's brand of shoes?
Diane Von Furstenberg
Carolina Herrera
Donna Karan
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Which master of girly design walked the runway with her daughter earlier this week?
Nanette Lepore
Rebecca Taylor
Rebecca Minkoff
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ANDERSON — The Alzheimer's Association will host "Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 9 a.m. at Shadyside Memorial Park, 1112 Broadway.
This walk is an opportunity for participants to learn about Alzheimer's disease and how to get involved with this critical cause, from advocacy opportunities, the latest in Alzheimer's research and clinical trial enrollment to educational programs and services.
Alzheimer's disease is a growing epidemic and is now the nation's sixth-leading cause of death. As baby boomers age, the number of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease will rapidly escalate, increasing well beyond today's more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer's, according to Association statistics.
In addition to the Walk, registrants will receive a Promise Flower, making a commitment to fulfill their promise to remember, to honor, to care and to fight Alzheimer's disease by participating in the Promise Garden. Through color, these Promise Flowers represent the diverse reasons participants have gathered, and each Promise Flower will carry a hand-written message to further strengthen their dedication.
To register for free, visit alz.org/Indiana. For more information, call (800) 272-3900.


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With the Speed channel being re-branded Fox Sports 1, the powers that be wanted the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) to kick off the launch in style with a stacked line-up of fights. That's just what's happening with tonight's (Sat., Aug. 17, 2013) UFC Fight Night 26: "Shogun vs. Sonnen" event at the TD Garden Arena in Boston, Massachusetts.
The main event? Mauricio Rua vs. Chael Sonnen.
On the surface, the fight isn't good for much more than name value. After all, both fighters are coming off losses and aren't anywhere close to a title shot at either middleweight or light heavyweight, despite what promotion President Dana White has been saying.
Actually, both men are 2-3 in their last five bouts. That's shockingly average for two of the elite in the sport but that's what happens when the competition gets so stiff. The more important point here is that this is a fight that should draw plenty of viewers at a time when FOX is hoping to make a good impression.
Stay tuned.
MMAmania.com will provide LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the entire card on fight night (Sat., Aug. 17, 2013), starting with the Facebook "Prelims," which are scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m. ET, right on through the FOX-Sports televised under card bouts and then main card action, which is slated to air at 8 p.m. ET on FOX Sports 1.
See you then!
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Kent vandals damage cars and drains
Vandals in Kent have damaged almost 30 drain covers and two cars on Monday night.
Two cars were found with scratched paint work and 28 metal drain covers were removed in the Lydd area.
Kent Police believe the damage took place some time over night between Monday June, 17 and Tuesday June, 18.
– Jasmine Bloomfield, Police Sergeant at Kent Police
What may have been a prank to some could have ended in serious injury or worse to a pedestrian, motorist or pet. These covers have not been stolen, but they have been tampered with while a number of vehicles have sustained damage."


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JK Rowling to Launch "The Casual Vacancy" at Southbank Centre on Sept. 27Books
J.K. Rowling will be in attendance at a special event to launch her new novel, The Casual Vacancy, on September 27 at London's Southbank Centre.
Ms. Rowling will read a passage from the book before taking part in a conversation with journalist and author Mark Lawson and answering questions from the audience. A book signing will follow the event.
Tickets can be purchased beginning tomorrow at 3 p.m. BST at this page. Members of the Southbank Centre can already begin buying their tickets. The event will take place in the Queen Elizabeth Hall at 7:30 p.m.


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Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that the Los Angeles Clippers and New York Knicks are discussing a deal involving Darren Collison, Iman Shumpert and Raymond Felton.
According to Marc Stein, the Toronto Raptors have joined the list of potential destinations for Clippers PG Eric Bledsoe.
From the sounds of it, Donald Sterling has signed off on a trade which will make Kevin Garnett and Doc Rivers Clippers.
According to ESPNLA's Ramona Shelburne, the new trade package being discussed by the Celtics and Clippers "may look different than before".
Even after the proposed Celtics trade, it's still possible for the Clippers to acquire a coveted shooting guard on the trade market, namely Andre Iguodala or Aaron Afflalo.
According to information in a new report from Woj, Gary Sacks has done an excellent job negotiating this deal.
According to Adrian Wojnarowski, the Clippers and Celtics will resume discussions on a potential trade tomorrow morning.
According to multiple sources in the media, the Clippers and Celtics have reached an impasse in trade negotiations.
Woj is reporting that the Clippers are discussing a trade for Kevin Garnett and Doc rivers.
There's been a lot of buzz recently regarding an exodus of the Celtic's older core to the Los Angeles Clippers in search of another championship.
It's June, there's rumors. Let's do some math and see whether or not these rumors (Dwight Howard, Andre Iguodala, etc.) are possible under the NBA's Collective Bargaining Agreement.
According to a rumor on ESPN.com, there's a chance that the Clippers re-acquire injury-plagued star shooting guard Eric Gordon from the New Orleans Pelicans.
The Clippers are reportedly making a push for Kevin Garnett.
Join the Conversation... a free agency open thread at ClipsNation
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The Mind of Daryl Morey. What he knows. What he's willing to risk.
Could Lamar Odom be making a return to the Los Angeles Clippers? It wouldn't be the worst thing in the world.
The Clippers have lost 9 of 14, including the worst loss of the season on Thursday to the Suns; they are badly in need of a win against the Rockets.
Come by and discuss the NBA as the trade deadline approaches.
The Clippers are insisting on including Ryan Gomes in a proposed Eric Bledsoe for Jamal Crawford trade, but Portland won't bit if Gomes is part of the trade.
Jamal Crawford looks the part of the big guard the Clippers need, but beneath the surface it may not be a good fit.
The L.A. Clippers are reportedly discussing a trade with the Portland Trail Blazers that would swap Eric Bledsoe for Jamal Crawford
The Clippers desperately need to improve at the SG spot for the postseason. What options do they have?
A rumored trade of Ray Allen to the Clippers seems unlikely in the extreme.
It's nice to be on the list of preferred destinations, but there's no realistic way that Dwight Howard ends up with the Clippers.
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Quinny Moodd Pushchair
- In Stock
5 reviews
- Delivery
This seriously stylish Quinny Moodd Stroller unfolds at the touch of a button, so you'll be ready to roll in seconds.
When you're out and about
This stroller comes with air filled tyres that ensure a smooth ride. The UV protective sun canopy is ideal if your child wants to have a quick snooze too, while also protecting their delicate skin. It comes with a raincover for any sudden showers, along with a handy basket underneath.
Keep your little one nice and snug
It boasts 3 recline settings including a lie down position for newborns, along with padded chest straps and an adjustable footrest to keep them secure as you stroll.
As your child grows
This pushchair is suitable from birth through to 15 kg (around 3.5 years), with a snuggly baby nest for newborns.
The seat unit can be placed in the parent-facing position to reassure your little one, with a forward-facing design so that when they're older they can watch the world go by.
Useful info:
- Suitable from birth to 15 kg (approx. 3.5 years)
- Automatic unfolding frame
- Includes seat/carrycot adaptors
- 3 position recline with lie flat option
- UV protective sun canopy (UV 50+) and raincover
- Shopping basket (max. 5 kg)
- Air filled tyres
- Lockable front swivel wheel
- Front and rear wheel suspension
- Adjustable footrest and push bar
- Baby nest and parasol clip
- Includes T-bar
- H 109, W 66, L 88 cm (unfolded)
- H 44, W 66, L 81 cm (folded)
- Weight: 15.1 kg
- Quinny Moodd Stroller
Quinny Zapp Xtra²
Thanks to its new and improved folding mechanism this modernised Quinny pushchair folds to a compact size without the need of removing the seat unit in forward facing position; ideal for parents with little storage space or a small boot. Featuring a lightweight frame, it is easy to carry and is a perfect travel companion on trips, public transport or a shopping spree in the city centre.
This versatile pushchair is suitable for newborns if used with Quinny From Birth Inlay (sold separately) and Maxi-Cosi baby car seat. When used with just the seat unit it is suitable from six months to 15 kg (approx. 3.5 years). Its fully adjustable seat unit can easily be changed from parent to world facing and features multiple recline positions for your babys comfort. In a few simple clicks it transforms into a travel system compatible with your Maxi-Cosi baby car seat.
Quinny Zapp Xtra features:
- Suitable from birth if used with Quinny From Birth Inlay (sold separately) or Maxi-Cosi car seat
- Seat unit is suitable from 6 months until 15 kg (approx. 3.5 years)
- Compact fold with seat unit attached
- 3 forward and 2 rearward-facing recline positions
- Travel system option with Maxi-Cosi baby car seat
- Lockable swivel wheel
- Pop out footrest for when seat is reclined
- Dirt and water resistant seat cover
- Includes sun canopy, raincover, shopping basket (max. 5 kg), parasol clip and adapters for the Maxi-Cosi car seats
Dimensions and weight:
Assembled size (L x W x H): 81 x 62 x 104 cm
Folded size with seat unit attached (L x W x H): 71 x 35 x 36 cmColours: Rocking Black, Purple Pace, Pink Precious, Blue Denim, Red Rumour, Red Denim. Dorel Customer Care: 01284 413 141
Weight: 9.09 kg
Quinny Britto Moodd Travel System Package
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- Next day delivery available
The Moodd makes a bold statement with its stand-out looks and versatile features. The smooth automatic folding and unfolding mechanism helps parents to quickly be on their way and when they reach their destination, the Moodd folds up like a dream. Suitable from birth, the Quinny Moodd comes with a Baby Nest designed for your newborn's comfort. The seat unit is reversible allowing face-to-face interaction with your baby and it can be adjusted to three different reclining positions with lie flat option so that your little one can always be comfortable whether they are wide awake or having a snooze. For added convenience the footrest is adjustable. A practical 3-in-1 travel system: Use Quinny Moodd with the Foldable Carrycot for your newborn baby's sleeping comfort and the Maxi Cosi Pebble car seat for an easy way of moving your little one between pushchair and car without disturbing them. This pushchair comes with a baby nest, shopping basket (max. 5kg), parasol clip, sun canopy (UV 50+), raincover, t-bar and car seat/carrycot adapters.
What is in the box:
- 1 x Chassis
- 1 x Seat Unit
- 1 x Car Seat/Carrycot Adapters
- 1 x Raincover
- 1 x Sun Canopy
- 1 x Parasol Clip
- 1 x Shopping Basket
- 1 x T-Bar
- 1 x Baby Nest
Quinny Parasol
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0 review
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The co-ordinating Quinny Parasol comes with UV protection and fits easily to the Quinny stroller parasol clip (which is included with the stroller).Colours: Red Rumour, Rocking Black.
Quinny From Birth Inlay
- In Stock
2 reviews
- Delivery
The Quinny 'From Birth' inlay creates a lie-flat position for your newborn when using the Quinny Buzz and Quinny Zapp Xtra pushchairs (sold separately). Features: Soft wrap around material for added comfort for your baby. Can be inserted into the Quinny general footmuff (sold separately) during the colder seasons.Colour: Cream.
Don't let the rain stop you, the Quinny Yezz Raincover makes sure any raindrops or snowflakes stay out. Compatible with Quinny Yezz stroller (sold separately), it protects both your child and the stroller from wind and rain. It is fully ventilated, ensuring your child is comfortable underneath it. The simple throw-over design allows it to be folded for easy storage.QUINNY helpline: 01284 413 141.
The Quinny Foldable Carrycot converts your pram into a pushchair for newborn babies.
It easily attaches to the chassis of your Quinny pushchair to allow your little one to be transported around in the lie-flat position. Adapters for the Foldable Carrycot come with the Quinny pushchairs. The clever and innovative design of the Quinny Foldable Carrycot means it can be very easily folded flat for storage and transportation. Suitable from birth, this carrycot is only for a baby who cannot sit up unaided, roll over and cannot push itself up on its hands and knees (approximately maximum weight 9kg).
- Suitable from birth up to 9kg (about 6 months)
- Folds flat for easy storage or transportation
- Integrated carry handle in the sun canopy
- Memory buttons allows you to easily click on and off the Quinny pushchairs
- Sun canopy has an extended flap to provide additional UV protection for your baby
- Double mattress for comfort and support - one removable and one integrated
- Suitable for overnight sleeping
- Includes raincover, mosquito net, carrycot apron and mattress
- Dimensions: W 44.5, H 30-55.5, Lgth 88 cm
- Folded dimensions: W 44.5, H 14.5, Lgth 88 cm
- Weight: 4.7kg
This seriously stylish Quinny Moodd Stroller unfolds at the touch of a button, so you'll be ready to roll in seconds. The seat unit can be placed in the parent-facing position to reassure your little one, while changing it to a forward-facing design when they're older means they can watch the world go by. It boasts 3 recline settings including a lie down position for newborns, along with padded chest straps and an adjustable footrest. This pushchair is suitable from birth through to 15kg (around 3 year) and comes with a snuggly baby nest that's perfect for newborns. It also boasts air filled tyres and lockable swivel wheels for a smooth and bump FREE ride. The UV protective sun canopy is ideal if your child wants to have a quick snooze, while also protecting their delicate skin from sunburn. This stroller also comes with a raincover for any sudden showers, along with a basket underneath that's perfect for a trip to the shops.
Useful info:
- Suitable from birth to 15kg (approx. 3 year)
- Automatic unfolding frame
- Includes seat/carrycot adaptors
- 3 position recline with lie flat option
- UV protective sun canopy (UV 50+)
- Shopping basket (max. 5kg)
- Air filled comfort tyres
- Lockable front swivel wheel
- Front and rear wheel suspension
- Adjustable footrest and push bar
- Baby nest, shopping basket and parasol clip included
- Sun canopy and raincover
- Parasol and footmuff available separately
- H 109, W 66, L 88 cm (unfolded) H 44, W 66, L 81 cm (folded) Weight: 15.1kg
This Quinny Buzz Xtra Stroller features all terrain air tyres and a robust chassis, so you'll never be limited when you head out for a walk.
The automatically unfolding style takes all of the hassle out of going for a stroll too, with a simple push button design to ensure you're ready to roll in seconds.
Suitable from birth through to 15 kg (approximately 3.5 years) you can position the seat to face you - perfect for comforting your little one. As they grow you can change it to a forward facing pushchair so they can watch the world go by.
The reclining seat is perfect for an afternoon nap, with an adjustable footrest so your child can get comfortable. It also comes with a sun canopy to protect their delicate skin from sunburn.
The raincover is handy for any sudden showers, while the seat is water and dirt repellent to keep it looking great.
Useful info:
- Suitable from birth to 15 kg (approx. 3.5 years)
- Works with Foldable Carrycot, Maxi-Cosi Pebble and CabrioFix baby car seat
- Adaptors included
- 3 forward and 2 rearward-facing positions
- Sun canopy
- Large shopping basket (max. 5 kg)
- Automatic unfolding frame
- Air filled tyres
- Front and rear wheel suspension
- Lockable front swivel wheel
- Adjustable footrest and height adjustable push bar
- Includes shopping basket, parasol clip and sun canopy
- Includes raincover and bumper bar
- Parasol and footmuff available separately
- Includes colour matching form birth inlay.
- H 101.5, W 64, D 85 cm (unfolded)
- H 37, W 64, D 85 cm (folded)
- Weight: 12.7 kg
Thanks to the Quinny From Birth Inlay, you can use your Quinny Zapp Xtra pushchair from birth. The inlay consists of a wedge and a soft cover and allows you to transport your little one in lie-flat position, the optimum position for newborns. Simply slide the pushchair's harness through the inlay to keep your baby secure. Its warm and soft wrap over design ensure that your child is always comfortable when out and about.
- Creates lie-flat position when used with Quinny Zapp Xtra
- Quinny Zapp Xtra is suitable from birth when used with Quinny From Birth Inlay
- Consists of a wedge and soft cover
- Warm and soft wrap over design
- Product dimensions: Lgth 70, W 91, H 13 cm.
- Weight: 0.7kg
The Quinny General Footmuff keeps baby snug while in any Quinny pushchair (sold separately) during the colder seasons.
Useful info:
- Soft lining and padding for your baby's comfort
- Easy zip opening with additional buttons to create a better fit around baby
- Machine washable fabric
The Quinny yezz is suitable from 6 month to 15kg and is extremely compact and lightweight (5kg). With its in-line skate wheels and parachute materials, the Yezz transforms the city into a playground. Perfect for nipping in and out, the latest technology gives the Yezz a real edge over any obstacles. It features an easy 3 step fold and stands upright by itself when folded. The comfy shoulder straps make it a breeze to carry and leave both hands FREE for fun.Colours: Blue loop, Grey road, Pink hybrid, Purple pace, Red rumour or Red signal. QUINNY helpline: 01284 413 141.


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See a real life exploding star in the eastern sky this week
What would it be like to die on Mars? Investigating the Martian wastes in Lacuna Passage
How a NASA-hosted game jam courted the imagination and enthusiasm of the video game generation
If you enjoyed this content, consider sharing it with your friends
It was a great two years, but now it's time to say goodbye
Living with the Xbox One: Thoughts after the launch
This morning I flew an X-Wing, and it was good
Legendary board game Talisman gets a great PC edition
Duet is a hypnotic rhythm game hiding in the shell of a simple-looking iOS title
The bizarre iOS platformer that's also a documentary about typography
Crimson Dragon's economy will be overhauled before launch
Think the PS4 reviews are bullshit? Not so fast…
Microsoft engineer confirms that the Xbox One will be able to drive the PlayStation 4 just fine
Doctor Who's 50th anniversay special was a reboot, a retcon, and an amazing piece of writing
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Breaking Bad's finale: the fallen, the victorious, and the question of what comes next
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Price your game higher, avoid sales, reap the rewards
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Big Trees in St Joseph
- bedrooms 3
- baths 2
- sleeps 10
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed yes
- type House
- community
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 1,300 - $ 1,500 / week
$ 2,000 - $ 3,000 / month
vacation rental description
Welcome to Big Trees! We are located in Stevensville, Michigan, a short drive from beautiful Lake Michigan. At Big Trees you will find a peaceful environment and all the amenities you need to enjoy your vacation. You will enjoy the ambience of this 3 bedroom ranch home on the hill. We are on 2.5 acres of wooded solitude. The home is richly appointed with country furnishings. In the Master bedroom you will find a queen size bed fit for royalty, each of the other 2 bedrooms are outfitted with an additional queen size bed and a therapeutic twin bed, as well as plentiful closet and storage space. Additional sleeping accomodations are located in the finished basement which is furnished nicely in a modern motif. A futon, a twin roll away bed and twin pop up bed supply additional sleeping capacity. Two bathrooms are nicely appointed, the basement bathroom which is adjacent to the exercise room has a jacuzzi tub for relaxation.
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Last modified on 08-25-2014 at 5:49 PM.
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Patricia Orr 734-444-5554
house rental amenities
Spa services available, including botox, juvederm, facial peels. Facial care samples provided on request.
Features two hot tubs
Hot tob in 4 seasons room for fall or winter getaways
Hot tub on back patio with view of Big Trees, pool... Oh so relaxing!!!
Jaccuzi tub located in the basement adjacent to the exercise room
Sattelite TV in Living room and Master bedroom
DVD VCR and tapes in bedrooms basement recreation room.
Exercise room with Bow Flex System Nordic Track free weights and treadmill for the fitness enthusiast.
Enjoy the deer and hummingbirds just ouitside your door in the new 4 seasons room
24 foot pool in the backyard
Backyard patio with lawn furniture, fire pit and propane gas grill.
Washer and Dryer
Fully equipped kitchen for your culinary creativity
Electric cook top stove and side by side refrigerator
Gas log fireplace in the Living room
2 portable oak electric fireplace for cold evenings
activities and attractions in St Joseph Michigan
Lake Michigan at Lincoln Township Beach a 5 minute drive
Silver Beach at St Joseph Michigan 15 minutes away down Red Arrow Highway
Krasl children Museum in St Joseph
Multitudes of stores candyshops ice cream parlors in downtown St Joseph
U Pick Fruit Farms
Restaurants and shopping in St Joseph
Spa and Beauty shop services on St Joseph Avenue in Stevensville Michigan
Mini Golf and Go carts on Nickerson Rd in Benton Heights
Flea market in Coloma MI, Shipshawana Indiana
All this and so much more!
Information on these attractions supplied at your request
vacation rental rates
Weekly rates October-May 1300.00 per week
May -October 1500.00 pr week
250.00 to hold rental applied to your rental fee
Pets add an additional 150.00 to your weekly rent
Patricia Orr 734-444-5554
accepted payment methods
Prior to paying a reservation deposit, always verify payment instructions by calling the phone number displayed on this listing page. By contacting the owner directly and paying by an approved method - credit card, paypal, check or bank transfer - your reservation payment will be protected up to $1,000.Learn more in our Security Center
Top things to do in St Joseph
- Sandy beach at Lincoln Township Beach 5 minutes away
- Lake Michigan fishing
- Visit the many wineries
- U pick orchards
- Visit Lincoln Township beach
Top things to do on a budget
- Taps at sunset at Weko beach
- walk the dunes at Warren Dunes state park
- Roller skating on Red Arrow Hwy
Top things to do with a family
- Walk the dunes or the nature trail at Warren Dunes State park
- Walk the nature trail at Weko Beach dont miss Taps at sunset
- Roller skating on Red Arrow highway 2 minutes away
- Catch a movie at Celebration Cinema Benton Harbor
- Sweets for the family at the Chocolate Garden in Coloma off I-94
Patricia Orr , owner


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Pope Leo XIII in his Encyclical on Devotion to St. Joseph describes St. Joseph as "the guardian of the Son of God and … the administrator, and the legal defender of the divine house." St. Joseph is a model of self-sacrificial love and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Son of Man Jesus Christ. We see St. Joseph as a Vigilant Guardian of the Divine House, guided by the power of God in a turbulent and violent culture.
It is in the spirit of St. Joseph's example that Bravehearts presents how to become "Vigilant Guardians in Today's Relentless Culture". This morning's event will be divided into three small discussions/workshops. Each session will provide proven guidance focusing on building your abilities to become a Christ-centered leader. These abilities will help you not only in your personal family life but can be equally applied to the world outside you home.
Part I – Human Dynamics is meant to equip you with the ability to understand why people do the things they do. You will discover what qualities of individuals help motivate them to stay positive, creative and constructive.
Part II – Leadership Foundations will focus on establishing non-negotiable attributes of effective leadership. With Jesus as the core model we will work on establishing the necessary priorities in your life that will invite the power of God through His grace to help you in the battle of raising a family and leading others, rising above the challenges of our culture. Additionally we will discuss the power of the words we choose to use as well as refining ways to better understand those we lead. In doing so we will explore the spiritual dimension of the human person recognizing the power of God's grace and the driving force and ally He is in guiding those we lead.
Part III – Shepherding Others will improve your ability to empathize with other people, and help you to discover in the other person what their particular need may be. Equipped with this knowledge you can guide them to become more fulfilled in what it is they choose to do. Gaining this understanding will enable you to become the leader God has intended you to be, leading others by winning their hearts.
Deacon John Manera will be the guide leading these sessions. In addition to being an ordained Deacon in the Archdiocese of Detroit, Deacon John has successfully held leadership positions in the Information Technology field and was certified as an instructor in Professional Leadership Training. These skills give Deacon John a unique perspective on how to incorporate our Catholic Faith into becoming an effective leader modeled after the perfect Leader Jesus Christ.
Please come and join us for a faith filled morning of learning and fellowship. By participating we hope that you too will become Vigilant Guardians in Today's Relentless Culture.
Bravehearts Catholic Men's Ministry/St. Joseph Cathlolic Church�715 N. Lapeer Road, Lake Orion, Michigan 48362 � Phone: 248-693-0440
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Piva - Music of the Renaissance
"A remarkable Renaissance music group called PIVA - if you have the chance to hear them, jump at it."
Voluntary Arts Ireland
Formed in 2002 Piva have firmly established themselves as a leading early music ensemble. Playing throughout the UK and across Europe, the group has gained a reputation for their lively performances and entertaining shows.
Taking late 16th century dance and ballad tunes, Piva make them ring out in the early 21st century. It's music of the past played for today!
Whether it's playing at an arts festival, modern concert hall or a heritage venue, Piva will bring the music of the 16th century to life.
Leicester Mercury
Bagpipes, hurdy gurdies, recorders, viol, curtals, rauschpfeifen,
crumhorns, shawms, violin - members of Piva are multi-instrumentalists bringing together the sounds and atmosphere of renaissance Europe.
"Piva perform with style and panache."
fRoots Magazine
About the name Piva
The name Piva originates from the north east of Italy. It has various meanings but they are all connected with music. A Piva can be a 15th century dance, the music for the dance, a small traditional shawm, a reed for the shawm and it's also a northern Italian bagpipe. All in all, it's about music, dancing and having a good time - we feel the name reflects our music, instruments and our approach.
Sometime after choosing the name, we discovered some facts about a family called Bassano who originated from Italy. We already knew that they were instrument makers (as are four of our group) as well as players and composers who were brought to England from Venice by Henry VIII. This family then remained in London as court musicians and instrument makers for 150 years. They called themselves "Bassano" because that is the town they originated from. However, we discovered that when they lived in Bassano, their family name was Piva. - A remarkable concurrence!
PIVA - Music of the Renaissance
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---- — PLATTSBURGH — At least two songs on Christopher Rigsbee's new album are directly based on an assault that he and a former girlfriend suffered from after walking home from a bar early one morning in November 2010.
A group of people enticed Rigsbee from a porch and then approached him to fight, pushing him to the ground and bashing his head into the pavement, knocking out three of his teeth.
"The pain was paralyzing," the local musician recalled.
The traumatic experience forced him out of work for weeks and into seclusion for months, leaving him paranoid.
Playing one show himself in 2011 and attending a few at ROTA Gallery in Plattsburgh, however, Rigsbee, 27, began to realize that what had happened was affecting his life, isolating him. He wanted a change.
In February of this year, Rigsbee brought a demo to bandmate and fellow ROTA member Matthew Hall, who helped co-produce, record and promote the full-length album, "Hidden Magic Revival."
Rigsbee collaborated with 13 other area artists to create the newest release for his band, Adrian Aardvark, which hit the stage in 2004.
He began the group independently and said he usually plays with no more than three people at a time.
But at 7 p.m. Friday, he will perform "Hidden Magic Revival" in its entirety with 10 other musicians at the ROTA Gallery, alongside an art auction and local food serviced by Riff Raff catering. Admission to the show is $3 to $7, pay what you can.
Rigsbee wrote the songs and lyrics for the album over the last year and a half, but he said all of those who recorded with him added some of their own eclectic musical elements.
"There are a few songs that have gone into these interesting jams, like jazz freakouts, that I'm pretty excited about."
Inspiration came not only from the assault that turned Rigsbee's life upside down, but from a few other facets — "most songs are about relationships. Relationships with people, our society, relationships with violence, life and death," he said, and some of his "skewed observations" of other people's reactions.
They aren't uplifting numbers, Hall said.
"I thought the songs were pretty intense bummers, to be honest," but it was something Rigsbee wanted to record.
"Some of it is pretty negative, but it comes full circle. It doesn't just wallow in negativity, it just recognizes it."
Rigsbee said that full-circle philosophy is something that he's trying to embrace in his own lifestyle, as well, finding the balance between the terrible days that make you want to stay in bed forever and those full of love and powerful moments with friends.
"That's what I hope people do take away from the album. Hey, I know things are terrible sometimes, but it doesn't have to be.
"If you put the effort forward, you can change your life."


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Police say they were forced to shoot a man Sunday at an Independence motel.
Independence police were called at 11:45 a.m. to the Econo Lodge, located 13712 E. 42nd Terrace South near the Truman Sports Complex, in Independence on a possible burglary.
When officers got there, shots were fired.
The suspects shot at the officers, but no one was hit. Officers fired back, hitting one of the suspects. Both suspects are currently in police custody.
Initial reports indicated that an officer may have been shot, but those reports turned out to be unfounded.
Police are still investigating the shooting and what happened before they got to the motel.
The officers involved in Sunday's shooting will be placed on paid leave while the department investigates what happened.
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Here are three players who were born in 1987: Domonic Brown, Yonder Alonso, Jerry Sands. They're relative unknowns -- young players who are still burdened with expectations, still expected to grow into a role with their current organizations.
Justin Upton was also born in 1987. August, to be specific, so he isn't even 25 years old yet. He's not expected to grow into a role with the Diamondbacks. He's expected to inhabit the role he's already carved out for himself, which is that of a middle-of-the-order force. He's a former All-Star who finished fourth in the MVP voting at an age when most players are still struggling with a transition from AA to AAA. He's also locked up through 2015.
Based on that last paragraph, you'd expect a conversation with Diamondbacks GM Kevin Towers to go like this:
Other GM: Say, we were interested in trading for Justin Upton
Kevin Towers: /something about 14 upside-down-airplane stamps and Other GM's mother
Other GM: Well, I never!
Towers: /something about 26 of Other GM's best prospects and a dolphin with legs and opposable thumbs
Other GM: Well, I never!
Except that paragraph is somewhat deceptive. It ignores that Upton is struggling this year. He hasn't fallen down a Rickie Weeks-shaped manhole, but Upton's power has disappeared. The average and on-base percentage is where it normally is, but he's halved his home-run rate from 2011. It's his lowest home-run rate since he was Bryce Harper's age.
And that part about him being locked up is true, but it's for $38.5 million. Which is fine if Upton does the things he's supposed to, but it's not as if he's getting $8.50/hr., free parking, and a discount on team merchandise. That's a significant amount of money, and it's being paid in the expectation of significant production.
So that leads to this, from Nick Piecoro:
And, yes, as far as I can tell, the Diamondbacks are seriously open to the idea of trading (Justin Upton), as incredible as that sounds given that just a season ago he was making a push for MVP consideration.
The three main reasons given by Piecoro: a) The Diamondbacks have extra outfielders, b) Upton would still bring back a ton of value in a trade, and c) there are supposedly Diamondbacks people who aren't enamored of Upton. Point by point:
a) The article mentions A.J. Pollock as a potential replacement. Pollock is hitting for less power in Triple-A Reno than Upton is in the majors, and Reno is a place where Kirk Rueter could have hit 30 homers. Also, Pollock is four months younger than Upton. Adam Eaton (not that one) is also listed as someone the Diamondbacks want to ease into the lineup, and he's hitting .383/.457/.544 in Reno. Impressive, but still Reno. And Eaton is a year younger than Upton. I would have loved to see the numbers Upton would have put up in Reno last year.
b) True. Maybe. More on that in a bit.
c) Oh. Okay. Maybe you can talk to someone about that.
The main reason Upton would be on the market is that second one up there. The team wants a haul. Other teams will probably still pay for Justin Upton, MVP candidate right now, but if his relative slump continues, they won't in the offseason. This is the tipping point. The Diamondbacks are hoping someone runs up to them, breathless, and says "GIMME THE TEIXEIRA. HERE ARE THREE INSANELY VALUABLE BUILDING BLOCKS." If not the Teixeira, they could yell out "GIMME THE COLON", preferably in public, and preferably while someone was filming them.
But the Mark Teixeira trade and the Bartolo Colon trade are the anomalies. That's why we remember them. Usually, the prospects-for-superstars gag doesn't work out. Cliff Lee's been traded three times for 12 players, and the next good player he's traded for will be the first. More than that, the Diamondbacks aren't even rebuilding. They're just five games back in the NL West, and even closer to the wild cards. They'd need to get immediate help and a prospect haul.
There isn't really a comparable trade in history. Players as good, as young as Upton don't get traded after they make the transition from prospect to All-Star. Roberto Alomar was one of the few, though he was traded for another young, established player. The better comp might be Jason Thompson, who was traded by the Tigers after two All-Star appearances, and then again by the Angels after a half-season. Neither of those trades worked out for anyone but the team acquiring Thompson.
And Thompson was a big, lumbering first baseman. Upton is a six-tool player -- with the sixth tool being a tool that he uses to make more tools. He isn't even close to what's normally considered a hitter's prime years. And his value isn't exactly at an all-time high, as he should rebound from his early-season struggles. It seems like a crazy time to trade him.
But it's never a crazy time to gauge the market, at least, and that's almost certainly what the Diamondbacks are doing. They're looking to see if the Rangers will offer Jurickson Profar and Martin Perez, or the Orioles with Dylan Bundy and Jonathan Schoop. Something outlandish that the other team wouldn't consider.
Because if they're looking for anything less, this doesn't make a whole lot of sense. Justin Upton is having a down year. Justin Upton is still valuable enough to the present and future of the Diamondbacks that other teams can't afford the price they'd have to pay to trade for him. Both things can still be true. Upton shouldn't be going anywhere.


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Southern California White Seabass
By Ron Ballanti
As an aspiring Southern California saltwater angler in the 1970s and '80s, I grew up at a time when white seabass were almost mythical creatures — not unlike unicorns with fins. I remember watching my brother — who worked as a deckhand — catch his first seabass in 1972. An impressionable 12-year-old with a slight case of hero worship, I vowed to catch one of my own. It took me 30 years.
Fast-forward to summer 2010, when the one hot ticket in a lackluster cool-water season was a sustained white seabass bite that continued at various locations throughout the spring and summer. The highlight: a bite along the Orange County/San Diego coast, where flotillas of private boaters landed personal-best-size croakers of 40 to 50 pounds.
So how did white seabass go from magical mystery fish to the target of a robust recreational fishery? Several actions caused the transition, the most significant of which was California's passage of Proposition 132 in the early 1990s. The regulations went into effect in 1994, banning commercial gill and trammel nets within three miles of the coast and one mile of the islands.
Putting this issue on the ballot and pushing its passage became the driving force for the creation of the United Anglers of Southern California (www.unitedanglers.com). Prop 132 remains one of the group's key achievements.
The inshore nets had proved highly effective at catching white seabass, particularly when the fish gathered in large schools to spawn. Decades of pounding those populations took a toll reflected in commercial and recreational catches.
In 1980 and '81, the commercial catch collapsed to about 10 percent of historical levels. The state recreational catch from party boats dropped from a 1949 high of 64,000 fish to just 284 in 1978. That historic low aside, recreational-party-boat catches averaged around 1,400 fish annually between 1980 and 1991, or only 2 percent of the 1949 peak, according to an assessment by university scientists and the Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute published in 2007 in the journal Fisheries Research.
Commercial fishermen still catch seabass using a variety of methods, including hook and line, and offshore drift and set nets. With those gear restrictions, commercial catches of adult seabass began to grow in 1996 from about 28 metric tons to more than 220 metric tons in 2002, the assessment states. They've fluctuated since, but at levels well above the 1980s collapse.
According to the California Department of Fish and Game White Seabass Fishery Management Plan published in 2009, commercial landings reached 653,086 pounds (roughly 296 metric tons) for the 2007-2008 season — a 73 percent increase over the previous five-season average.
Recreational seabass catches can't be as accurately estimated, because the fishery involves minimally sampled private boats. In several years, over the past decade, recreational catch estimates have exceeded commercial landings.
Recreational anglers must abide by a 28-inch minimum size with a limit of one fish per day south of Point Conception from March 15 through June 15 (prime spawning season), and a three-fish-per-day limit the rest of the year. Some angling conservationists lean toward extending the one-fish limit across the entire year and range to further protect the huge spawners.
An Innovative Hatchery Program
The Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute, working with United Anglers of Southern California and numerous volunteers, has spawned, raised and released more than 1.8 million juvenile white seabass into Southern California waters. These fish begin life in a state-of-the-art hatchery in Carlsbad, California, before transfer to a series of grow-out pens between Santa Barbara and San Diego. When they reach approximately 10 inches in length, they're released.
Each fish bears a microscopic coded-wire cheek tag; anglers are encouraged to save seabass heads for scanning. Freezers are located at sport-fishing landings and other locations across the region. A list of drop-off locations is available at hswri.org.
Scanned tags from sport and commercially caught fish have shown unexpected migrations. One fish released off Mission Bay was caught 200 miles away, off the Northern Channel Islands. Others have been recovered in offshore drift nets on the Tanner and Cortes banks, 100 miles off San Diego.
About the Author: Southern California salt- and freshwater angler Ron Ballanti frequently contributes to leading fishing magazines and websites, and operates a marketing business in the marine industry.


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MILTON TWP. - A two year-old girl and a seven-year old boy are dead after being ejected from this vehicle, which crashed on Interstate 76 near state route 534 exit just before 8 o'clock this morning.
The vehicle rolled over in the median just west of state route 534 before landing in the westbound lane of I-76 where the SUV was then struck by a semi-truck.
The children's father, 38-year old Rashon Crumpton of Ridgewood, New York, was driving the SUV.
Authorities say the family was on their way home from Columbus. Crumpton's wife, 36-year old Shakia Crumpton, who was riding in the back of the SUV with her children, was also ejected from the vehicle.
"We are still looking at the vehicle to determine if there were seat belts in use or if they broke loose or something, but it doesn't appear the seat belts were in use or at least not properly," says Sgt. Bret Henderson with the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Henderson says it appears Rashon Crumpton was the only one wearing a seat belt.
A booster seat was recovered from the crash. Shakia and Rashon Crumpton were both taken to St. Elizabeth's Hospital with serious, but non-life threatening injuries.
The family's dog also survived crash. The driver of the semi-truck was not injured.
"Everything is still under investigation. We are still in the early stages of our investigation. So, you know, it will be a while before we actually determine the actual cause of the crash," Henderson says.
Traffic was backed up for miles after authorities closed the westbound lane of I-76 to clean up the accident. They reopened the road shortly before noon Thursday.


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Agile Architecture or Accidental Architecture
Architecture is an overloaded term these days, and one that is not always easy to define. There's also a myth surrounding architecture and agile methods - some feel it isn't necessary. But architecture is a critical component of any software development effort, and the larger the project the more important it is. As Booch states,
Every interesting software-intensive system has an architecture
That architecture is either accidental or intentional. So how should teams treat architecture on agile projects? Like most agile practices - early and often.
I recently offered up my opinion of agile architecture, and established two simple truths surrounding agile architecture:
- Software architecture is organic. The architectural goals you set to achieve early in the lifecycle differ from those you'll need to satisfy late in the lifecycle. Agile architecture is not only about what decisions you make, but when you make those decisions.
- Software architecture is only as good as the source code it's built upon. Shoddy source yields shoddy architecture. Therefore architecture must emphasize building the highest quality and structurally sound source code possible.
Scott Ambler offers up a detailed explanation of agile architecture, stating that it's "a critical part of scaling agile approaches to meet the real-world needs of modern organizations." He provides some valuable guidance surrounding architecture, including two key nuggets of information - the importance of architecture throughout the lifecycle, and proving architecture with code.
Unfortunately, many teams using agile practices have foregone architecture altogether since many popular methods don't explicitly define any architectural practices. The thought is that architecture and design done "up front" is a Bad Thing.
UncleBob, a guy who knows a thing or two about agile, recently let us know his thoughts surrounding the myth that you shouldn't spend time up front making architectural decisions when he stated pretty bluntly, "Pardon me, but that's Horse Shit." He was very clear that teams must spend time early dealing with architectural issues, but that the time spent is clearly a product of project size and complexity.
The Agile Architect site also provides a wealth of information surrounding agile architecture, including the role of the agile architect.
Across each of these explanations of agile architecture runs a common theme. Architecture is important. Some architecture must be done up front. Architecture should be proven with code. Architecture will evolve through the life of the project.
Yet there's another aspect to agile architecture, as well. Two aspects, actually. One as a process and another as an entity. Agile architecture is the process of architecting that results in a flexible and malleable software architecture. A lot of discussions focus on agile architecture as a process and less as an entity. In reality, both are critically necessary.
As a process, agile architecture is a technique, or set of practices, that an architect uses to create a software system. It involves making sound and timely decisions throughout the software development lifecycle. In some cases, it means admitting that an architectural mistake was made and that the team needs to modify the architecture.
On the other hand, traditional architecture involves spending significant time early in the project
defining the architecture. Once the vision has been established, teams
tend to resist architectural changes throughout the lifecycle.
Traditional architecture is done up front, whereas agile architecture
is done throughout.
But simply because a process is employed that embraces architectural change throughout the software lifecycle does not mean that it's possible to make that change. As an entity, agile architecture emphasizes the structural resiliency of the system so that change is possible. This involves using the right patterns, establishing the right extension points within the system, abstracting away areas of intense complexity, and more. And throughout the course of the project, architectural shifts occur. Sometimes, we anticipate correctly. Sometimes not. Agile architecture is defined by our willingness and ability to embrace architectural change.
Whereas the process aspect of agile architecture demands that the team be flexible, the entity aspect of agile architecture demands that the structure of the system be flexible so that the team is able to quickly make the change. Agile architecture demands both, and the absence of one precludes the presence of the other.
Mohamed El-beltagy replied on Wed, 2009/05/13 - 5:29pm
Thank you very much, Kirk, for the post. Although it is simple and small, but it really helped me a lot.It did two things for me actually:
- It cleared for me a couple of things about agile architecture.
- It summarized and did some thoughts gathering and getting some info straightened up in my head.
INMHO, I think that agile methodology in general is, simply speaking, just a reflect or a reaction to the events that takes place during the project implementation. It's more into reaction to events than planning to events as things used to be before.
I have a comment and sorry for that, but I really do not understand what's the relationship between the title and the post?!
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Settlement Expected Soon in Second Black Farmers Class Action LawsuitBy Daniel Cherry | Published 21 Aug 2011 09:35pm |
Tens of thousands of African American farmers in Mississippi and across the U.S. are awaiting the ruling of a federal court to see if they'll be paid for decades of discrimination by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. MPB's Daniel Cherry reports the court is expected to reach a final settlement in about a week.
Calvin Beasley farms a little more than 400 acres around Midnight Mississippi. While riding down gravel roads passing rows of cotton and soybeans, he says this is one of the best years he's had in a long time.
"My soybeans are looking good. If they continue to get rain, they might do something."
Beasley says he's experienced first hand discrimination by the USDA.
"If you're black in Humphreys County in the 80s you were discriminated against at the farm service agency. That's bottom line."
Beasley is one of tens of thousands of black farmers who say their local USDA office was discriminatory in how they gave out loans.
"I would get my loans late, and they wouldn't loan me money to buy equipment with. They always said there wasn't any money available, but you can't farm without equipment."
He says because of that he had to file bankruptcy on his farm.
"If you get money in May, June, July, things done passed you by. The weather has changed, and the season is gone."
Beasley is trying to have his case heard in the settlement. He's asking for 50 thousand dollars just to get a used tractor. In a way, Beasley is lucky....he's still farming. Frank Taylor is the president of the Winston County Self Help Co-op. He says the discrimination by the USDA caused thousands of African Americans to lose their land.
"In the farming industry, the smaller landowner was forced to sell, and the larger landowner was able to purchase at a much lower price because these people were in dire straits of needing money."
This is largely behind the massive decline in African American owned farms. In 1910 black farmers owned 15 million acres. In 1999 that number was down to about 2 million acres. Frank Taylor says the people who worked at the local farm loan offices were abusing their power to take advantage of poor black farmers.
"These individuals were serving on county committees. They knew what individual had land raising good quality crops. Those kind of issues were very prevalent in the South. I think it was a major contributor to land loss especially in the middle 80s and into the 90s."
On September 1st a federal court in Washington D.C. is expected to reach a final settlement in the massive lawsuit against the USDA. Congress has appropriated one point two five billion dollars to be paid to African Americans who farmed or attempted to farm between1981 and 1996 and can prove discrimination. Greg Francis is part of the lead council representing farmers.
"For most of these farmers it means justice. Justice definitely doesn't mean that everyone who files a claim will be paid, but it does mean that for all of those farmers who farmed for many years, who toiled in the sun and fought off all of those challenges that come with the occupation of farming. Their grievances are finally going to be heard."
This settlement called Pigford 2 follows the first settlement back in 1999. More than 20,000 members of the first settlement have collected about 1 billion dollars. This newest settlement is years in the making, and opens the door for those who attempted to file for Pigford 1 but tried too late. Greg Francis says this shows major improvements at the USDA.
"I think it is a huge step in the right direction to acknowledging that there was a problem, and as I understand it, I believe the U.S. Department of Agriculture is continuing to take steps to ensure that if there is any discrimination that's rooted out and changed."
Some estimates say there may be as many as 100,000 people who could become eligible for the new settlement. Frank Taylor says the money won't come close to getting the farmers back what they lost, but for some it could be a start.
"As you look at the large landowners across Alabama and Mississippi, their legacy has been entrenched. These same individuals that own these small farms want that same value, want that same recognition for their family for generations to come. So it's all about preserving our communities and our families."
If the court gives the settlement its final approval, the deadline for filing claims could be as early as February 2012. Daniel Cherry...MPB News.
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Baseball opens nine-game home stand Friday with Wagner
Home sweet home is an understatement for the JU baseball team as it begins a nine-game homes stand at John Sessions Stadium with Wagner Friday.
First pitch for the three-game series is set for 6:30 p.m. They will play Saturday and Sunday at 1 p.m.
The Dolphins (5-7) will host Akron for a two-game set starting March 13 before ending the stand against Western Carolina and Farfield in the Wingate by Wyndham Invitational on March 16.
"It will nice to be in our familiar setting these two weeks," JU head Terry Alexander said. "We have a lot of games in a short amount of time, but it gives us an opportunity to build some momentum before A-Sun play. These three teams bring a lot to the table so our guys will need to be ready."
Wednesday, the Dolphins secured Alexander's 700th career win by downing USF, 9-2, in Tampa, Fla.
Senior Jonathan Murphy went 2-for-4 with a double, home run and four RBI in leading JU to its first midweek win of the season. Juniors Jake Huxtable and Adam Brett Walker II each recorded two RBI to help the cause.
Freshman Alex McRae (2-0) earned the win after getting to the seventh inning for the third time in his first four collegiate starts. He allowed an unearned run on five hits and four strikeouts.
The Seahawks (1-8) lost the final two games of a four-game series at Charlotte last weekend.
Chris Smith leads the Wagner offense with a .300 average (9-30), while Eddie Brown has a team-best eight RBI. Ryan Van Spronsen has the lone win for the pitching staff, allowing three runs on eight hits and two strikeouts in eight innings against Charlotte on March 3.
The Dolphins own a 6-1 lead in the all-times, including a three-game sweep last season at home. Wagner's lone win came on March 13, 1992 (10-3).
Akron (1-8) will play Xavier, Pittsburgh and Seton Hall this weekend in Port Charlotte, Fla., before coming to Jacksonville.
Fairfield (4-6) is in a tournament in Winter Haven, Fla., for the weekend, while Western Carolina (10-3) opens the SoCon schedule against The Citadel and plays two non-conference games before the Wingate by Wyndham Invitational at JU.
The Dolphins own a 33-9 record against the Zips. The Catamounts won the two games against JU in 1993, while it will be the first meeting for the Dolphins against the Stags.
Fans can follow the action through the live links at JUDolphins.com.


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Mobile Entertainment and More at NAB 2010Apr 23 by Bart Weiss | No Comments
At NAB 2010, MobilizedTV produced two panels on mobile: one on mobile entertainment and another on mobile as a marketing tool for Hollywood. Bart Weiss–founder of Videofest and a professor at University of Texas at Arlington who teaches mobile movie-making–was on the entertainment panel and talked about his experiences on the show floor and on the panel.Continue Reading
Video for the iPhone 101: Studying Mobile FilmmakingMar 03 by Debra Kaufman | 1 Comment
Up until now, making mobile content has been trial and error. But now you can actually study mobile movie-making at U.S. universities. MobilizedTV sat down with Bart Weiss, a professor in the film & video area of the art department of the University of Texas at Arlington. Prof. Weis has not only been teaching mobile movie-making to a group of students, but, as founder of VideoFest–a 22-year old video festival–has encouraged a mobile angle.Continue Reading