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MINDEN, Louisiana — The Webster Parish District Attorney's Office says Explo Systems Inc. will plead guilty in September to charges related to the improper storage of millions of pounds of explosives materials at its Camp Minden location.
Webster Parish District Attorney Schuyler Marvin tells The Times (http://bit.ly/1rP51v2 ) the plea was scheduled to have been entered Tuesday but was postponed because of pending action in federal court with the company's Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
Marvin wants Explo to have a guilty plea on its record in case anyone associated with it attempts to obtain explosive licenses in the future in other states.
"I want to make sure this is on the record," said Marvin after learning within recent weeks the bankruptcy attorney, John Luster, is making arrangements to sell two of Explo's licenses to satisfy part of the company's debt to its creditors. "They filed notice who they are selling them to. I still don't see how they can do that but Luster wanted to conclude the transaction before the guilty plea was entered."
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The Oakdale Leader's second annual all-sports preview detailing the varsity programs at Oakdale High and their respective schedules will appear in the upcoming Aug. 31 edition of the Oakdale Leader. Be sure to collect your hard copy of this special preview edition of The Leader.
A come from behind win over Golden Valley advanced Oakdale High's summer baseball team into the semifinal round of the Oakdale hosted Vermulen Tournament on Saturday.
Softball ace Randee Hindman, a 17-year-old Oakdale resident and standout athlete at St. Mary's High in Stockton, had an incredible junior season with the Rams.
Morgan Kinyon's goal is to have no goals.
If 2009 Oakdale High graduate Justin Jones takes the mound this weekend for the University of California, Berkeley at the 2011 NCAA Division Baseball Championships, he could have a rowdy local cheering section all his own.
Oakdale High varsity baseball coach, Hondo Arpoika, had some wise words of advice for his standout individuals this year.
With talented Oakdale High athletes scattered across all spring sports, it took a lot for any one team to stand out in highly successful seasons as the school year came to a close.
Qualifying for one event of the Sac-Joaquin Section Masters Track and Field Championships is extremely difficult. Qualifying for four of them is just plain silly.
Oakdale High thrower Marco Camacho and jumper Manny Hernandez came painstakingly close, but one by one all Mustang athletes fell just short of the state meet during action at the Sac-Joaquin Section Masters Track and Field Championships this past week.
It wasn't pretty, but it's a Sac-Joaquin Section championship nonetheless.
Playoff victories don't come easy for soccer teams in the Sac-Joaquin Section, especially in the ultra competitive Division IV brackets, where top tier Sacramento programs and local powerhouses square off in heated contests each round.
Me'che Brown just keeps getting better.
Pushed to the limit in their first two playoff contests - an overtime win and a come-from-behind thriller that went to penalty kicks - Oakdale's varsity Lady Mustangs ultimately didn't have quite enough push left in them to grab the Section banner they desperately wanted.
So much for an even playoff bracket.
Thirty-one games into the softball season, Oakdale High's varsity squad saw one play decide the fate of their collective hopes and dreams.
The long awaited Oakdale High School football 2014 season is under way. After spring and summer workouts, two-a-days once practices could officially begin earlier this month, and team meetings, the Mustangs hosted a home scrimmage against the Tracy Bulldogs on Saturday, Aug. 23.
With school starting up this week, the athletic programs don't waste any time, as many of the practices for the fall campaign will start on Monday, Aug. 11. Here is a brief rundown of the teams that will be hitting the playing fields and courts this fall.
Thirty-two local sports legends – including an Oakdale icon – will be inducted into the 2014 Sac-Joaquin Section Hall of Fame later this month. Representing Oakdale High School is decorated basketball coach and athletic director Norm Antinetti.
Oakdale High School varsity softball teammates Lauren Sanders and Kindra Hackbarth were named to the Calhisports.com All-State Medium/Small School Softball Team for 2014. Sanders, who graduated from OHS in May and will continue to play softball for San Diego State, was named to the first team for her ability behind the dish as she was named to the top five catchers list. Hackbarth was named to the Second Team for both her glove and cannon of an arm in the outfield. Hackbarth will be entering her junior year, was one of only two sophomores to make the list ...
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Dolphins bounce back with win over Bethune-Cookman
The JU men's tennis team defeated Bethune-Cookman 6-1 on Tuesday at the Keith Watson Family Tennis Complex.
The Dolphins swept the doubles portion and won all but one of the singles matches to earn their first team victory of 2012.
Junior Jose Fantova won his first match of the season and did so in the number one slot. He defeated Marc Misanovic in straight sets 6-2, 6-1. Fantova teamed up with sophomore Larry Condez to win their doubles match 8-4.
JU outscored Bethune-Cookman 66 sets to 30 in the singles matches en route to the 5 individual wins.
The last time JU won all of its doubles matches as a team came against Florida Gulf Coast last season when the Dolphins hosted them on April 1, 2011.
The Dolphins will look to be victorious again when they host College of Charleston Friday, February 17 at 2:00 pm.
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1. Casagrande/ banos-lopez vs misanovic/ vassiliev- JU 8-3
2. Heywood/ martinez vs kibet/ geravito- JU 9-7
3. Fantova/ Condez vs Varon/ Lobelo- JU 8-4
1. Fantova vs marc misanovic-JU 6-2, 6-1
2. Banos-Lopez vs Diego Geravito- JU 6-0, 6-1
3. Casagrande vs Artem Vassiliev- JU 6-1, 6-0
4. Martinez vs Juan Varon- JU 1-6, 6-3, 1-0(8)
5. Hansen vs Santiago Labelo- JU 6-1, 6-4
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First Free Will Baptist Church in Albany invited thousands of people out to support a ministry that's been around for nearly 50 years.
The church hosted a concert Saturday night with musical acts from eight different churches to raise money for the Anchorage.
It was formed in 1963 to help men struggling with alcoholism. Today, the community ministry has taken in over 50 men and provides them with temporary housing, meals, and a relationship with God.
"It cost of $585 a month per man to house, feed, and train these men while they are at the Anchorage. We receive no government money, we raise all the money in this community or in Southwest Georgia and our annual budget is around $325,000," says Media Past Chairman, Skylar Martin.
Organizers expect to raise anywhere between $12,000 to $15from the night's event.
If you'd like to donate to The Anchorage visit http://www.anchorageofalbany.org/.
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The Province reports that Mason Raymond will have his arbitration hearing on July 26th, and Jannik Hansen will have his on July 20th.
The Province also reports that Tanner Glass may have signed a one-year deal with the Canucks.
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Royal Palm Beach RB Tremane McCullough headed to Arizona Western CC
By Matt Porter
Royal Palm Beach's Tremane McCullough will head to junior college to further his football career.
McCullough, one of the most electrifying ballcarriers in the area this year, will play at Arizona Western Community College in Yuma, Ariz.McCullough, a 5-foot-7, 160-pound back, had 1,700 yards and 23 touchdowns on 262 carries in his senior year at Royal Palm. Despite his size, he appeared to be signing with a Division I school in the weeks before signing day. While he had strong late interest from FAU and Middle Tennessee State, he did not immediately qualify.
"I know I have to keep grinding," McCullough said.
McCullough, who received looks from several Big Ten schools, could play on either side of the ball at Arizona Western.
"There is no doubt he is a [Division I] talent," Royal Palm Beach assistant coach Jon Stellman said. "If he takes care of his business, I see no reason why he isn't D-I."
According to Stellman, Arizona Western has sent 27 players to Division I schools in the past two years.
"We really think it will be a good situation for him," Stellman said.
ESPN 760's Wells Dusenbury first reported McCullough's move.
McCullough was a big part of the Wildcats' remarkable turnaround. After going 1-9 in 2010, Royal Palm hired head coach Willie Bueno. He got McCullough and the rest of the team on track. The result was a 7-1 start, with a 7-4 finish and a playoff appearance.
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Four local runners participate in Boston Marathon
Aaron and Katie Carrizales of Gering had just completed their first Boston Marathon when they heard what they thought was a cannon firing.
"We were just packing up our things after completing the Marathon," Aaron said. "We heard a couple of booms. It sounded like cannon shots. We cleared the area and got back to our hotel.
"We didn't realize what had happened until later," he added. "We saw emergency vehicles and plenty of police so we knew it was something serious. It's certainly not what you expect when you run a marathon."
The Carrizales' are alright, now resting at their hotel, about three miles from the bombing sight. The trip to the Boston Marathon was a family trip with four-year old son Gavin and Katie's parents, Tom and Libby Lundgren of Morrill. Tom is originally from the Boston area.
Aaron, who teaches at Lincoln Elementary School, and his family are planning on returning to Scottsbluff Wednesday.
Aaron and his wife are avid distance runners as is David Griffiths of Regional West Medical Center of Scottsbluff. "I talked to David afterwards and he is alright," Carrizales said.
A fourth runner from the area was Kyle Custer of Alliance. He ran with Aaron for awhile, and according to Carrizales finished about 40- minutes ahead of him. He had not talked to Custer since the race finished.
Aaron's mother, Karen of Gering, was relieved to hear that her family members were alright. "I was on jury duty today," she said. "When I got home I heard about the tragedy. I was worried because we(her and husband Juan)couldn't reach him by cell. I was so relieved when he was able to get a hold of us. I just can't imagine why somebody would do this type of thing."
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Today 01/17/13 at about 9:55 a.m. State Police Troop K Colchester received a 911 reporting that bank robbery had just taken place at the Chelsea Groton Bank located at Salem 4-corners in the Town of Salem.
The Resident State Trooper, and Troop K Troopers responded to the robbery scene. A search of the area was conducted utilizing State Police K-9 teams, manpower and the State Police aviation unit. In addition, all surrounding police departments were notified of this robbery and the description of the suspect.
The suspect was described as a white male between age of 50-60 years, approximately 5'3", wearing blue jeans, blue denim type jacket with brown collar, white sneakers, tan baseball type cap, gray gloves, and light colored mustache,
The State Police Eastern District Major Crime Squad Detectives also responded to process the bank robbery crime scene. Witnesses stated that the suspect entered the bank implied a weapon and demanded money. He fled on foot with an undisclosed amount of cash. There were no injuries sustained.
State Police are asking anyone who may have seen anything suspicious between 9:30 to 10:00 a.m. in the area of the bank to please contact State Police at 860 537-7500 all calls will be kept confidential.
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Wolfsong Secluded/Theater/Arcades/PS3/XBOX360/Wii in Wear Valley
- bedrooms 5
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- sleeps 20
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- hot tub yes
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Wolfsong Lodge
This gorgeous 5 bedroom 4.5 bath cabin is nestled within 6.6 acres of wilderness, & is very family-friendly. Our home is gated, for extra privacy & security & has a fenced-in backyard. We brought in a chainsaw artist; to hand carve bears into the massive beams in the center of the living area!
- Home Theater
- Ultra Comfortable Leather Recliners
- Surround Sound
- Wet Bar
- Hot Tub
- Jacuzzi Tubs
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Panoramic views
- Swimming Pool Access
- Private Game Room
- 3 Full Size Arcade Games
- Karaoke Machine
- Flat Screen TV
- Foosball Table
- Air Hockey
- Xbox 360
- Play Station 3
- Pool Table
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Wii
- Premium Cable Channels
- Wi-Fi Internet
- 5 Lovely decorated bedrooms
- King Size Beds in 4 bedrooms
- Queen Log Bed
- Set of Queen Log Bunk beds
- Leather Recliner
- Clock Radios
- Reading Lamps
- Beautifully Decorated
- Flat screen TVs
- Bathrooms
- 2 of Bathrooms includes 20 Foot Vanities, Double Sinks, Shower, Jacuzzi Tub with Spectacular Views
- Spacious Living Area
- Comfortable Leather Furniture
- Gorgeous Views of Mountains
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Wide Screen TV
- Hand Carved Bears into Massive Beams in the Center of Living Area
- Wrap Around Porch
- Rocking Chairs
- Gas Grill
- Table & Chairs for Drinks on the Porch
- Hot Tub – Beautiful views day or night
- Dining table seats 18 people
- Full Wet Bar Area -Seats 6 Stocked with Glassware
- Gaze out 5 Large Windows
- Beautiful Mountain Views
- Bright, well equipped Kitchen
- Upscale Cookware
- Dishes, glasses and silverware
- Home Theater
- 4 Futons for Additional Seating/Sleeping
- Swimming Pool Access
- Free Long Distance
- Maximum Capacity 20 Adults
The driveway leading to Wolfsong Lodge is quite steep, & icy conditions can make it impassable. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Wolfsong Lodge is conveniently located, just a short drive to Pigeon Forge, Dollywood/Splash Country, Tanger Outlets, Wahoo Ziplines, Downtown Gatlinburg, Ripley's Aquarium, Ober-Gatlinburg Ski Resort, River Rat Tubing & Kayaking, & dozens of great shops & restaurants!
Have the time of your life, & create lifelong memories.....at Wolfsong Lodge!
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Home Theater with 130 in screen & 11 ultra comfortable recliners
Full size Bar with ample glassware
Large Dining Room that comfortably seats 20
Bright, well appointed Kitchen
XBox 360
8 foot Pool Table
3 Full Size Arcade Games (No coins required)!
Wood Burning Fireplace in center of living area
Hot tub
Karaoke machine
Air Hockey
Fenced in Yard
Bear sculptures carved into logs in center of cabin
Rocking chairs on decks
Large Gas Grill
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activities and attractions in Wear Valley Tennessee
Horseback Riding
Cades Cove
Zip Line
Ripleys Aquarium
Wildlife viewing
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Rates Range from $395 to $645 per night
Low Season $395 per night 2 night min
Mid Season $425 per night 2 night min
Peak Season $485 per night 7 night min
Leaf Season $485 per night 3 night min
Holiday Season $645 per night 7 night min
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The Coaches Speak: Girardi has stated that Vidal Nuno will likely start the third Spring Training game after David Phelps and Adam Warren. Triple-A hitting coach, Butch Wynegar has been impressed by Ramon Flores and has nicknamed him Bobby, as in Bobby Abreu, because of his hitting ability. He also thinks that first baseman Kyle Roller has a very mature approach to hitting.
WBC Updates: There are now more Yankee players entering the World Baseball Classic. Mark Teixeira will represent Team USA, Robinson Cano, Juan Cedeno, and Melky Mesa will all join the Dominican Republic, Gil Velazquez and Walter Ibarra will play for Mexico, and Pat Venditte, who is not in big league camp, will play for Italy. The switch-pitching Yankee prospect recently had shoulder surgery on his right shoulder so he is only cleared to pitch left handed.
Opportunities: Since several players are leaving camp for the World Baseball Classic, the remaining players will get more playing time while they are gone. Dan Johnson can prove that he can hit righties as well as lefties, Corban Joseph can prove that he is reliable, despite the lack of experience, Addison Maruszak could make a good impression to become a Triple-A regular, Francisco Rondon can prove that he's worth a 40-man roster spot, Adonis Garcia can prove that he is a legitimate prospect, especially when he's already 27 years old.
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The Glyn Valley Tramway Blog
The latest news and information from the team at the Glyn Valley Tramway Trust based in Chirk.
Another tree felled...
Another tree was felled the other day in Ty Ririd cutting, this time a small medium oak. Progress with the felling has been a little slow due to the unseasonably windy weather, which has been a little frustrating to say the least!
In the one photo can be seen Ty Ririd Bridge. This is a private bridge built only in 1984 to allow access to the garden across the trackbed. This bridge will be replaced by a brand new one during the construction phase..
So what does 'soft felling' mean?
The felling of the bigger trees has begun! A medium sized oak was 'soft felled' by GVTT volunteers on the trackbed last week..... so what does 'soft felling' mean?
Basically the tree is slowly cut to pieces from the top down. There are a number of reasons for this. Primarily one of safety both to volunteers and the general public and property, where there is a danger that 'hard felling' the tree ( and shouting TIMBER!!!) could potentially cause accidents, injuries or damage to property. Another primary reasonis one of sensitivity to wildlife. Any tree felled at this time of year has to be checked for nesting birds first. If, after the initial first check of the tree, soft felling does indeed reveal an active bird nest, the felling can stop immediately and the birds allowed to complete their nesting in peace, and the tree can then continue to be felled once the birds have finished. Hard felling doesnt allow this....
Latest work party report now online
Once again the Trust Work Party took place in bright sunny weather which was appreciated more by one group of volunteers than the other. The main group undertook more clearance work on the track bed whilst the remaining attendees spent most of the day in a place where the sun doesn't shine! Read more here.
Clearance work in Baddies Wood
The initial clearance work in Baddies Wood has been progressing very well over the past few weeks, and the trackbed has slowly but surely been re-emerging after nearly 77 years. The primary purpose for this work is to make the trackbed safer to work in for the volunteers and contractors, and also for any visitors and VIP's who will be walking the trackbed with us in the near future.
The results of the work can appear quite stark. However, the work has been carried out as sensitively as possible. Tree stumps and logs have been stacked in wood piles next to the trackbed which will be colonised by invertebrates and fungy, and wild flowers such as bluebells, wild primrose, red campion and species of dead nettle have all been avoided, and dense areas of brambles which may harbour ground nesting birds such as Pheasant and Woodcock have been checked first before being cleared. It is hoped that clearing the brambles next to the trackbed will encourage the wild flowers to recolonise these areas, and this will be encouraged in the coming years as we develop our Woodland Management scheme as a wider part of the restoration project. Indeed, further up in the hillside in Baddies Wood can be seen beautiful carpets of bluebells, and we hope to see these spread and flourish once again....
More photos to follow soon...
The Glyn Valley Tramway Trust in Chirk has been rather busy lately! Much progress have been made in resolving the drainage issues in Baddies Wood, with the previously completely waterlogged area improving significantly, though with much more to do. The trackbed has also been strimmed and old logs and stumps stacked up in wood piles for safe storage and also to increase habitat for wildlife...
Latest Glyn Valley Tramway work party report
Once more the Trust's work party was held in glorious spring weather and the ten volunteers attending were split into two groups. The first undertook surveying work and the second concentrated on further work to finish the drainage work in the area of the footpath. Read more about the 14th April work party here.
Garden Railway Show in Peterborough
On the 31st March, an Davies, Bernard Rockett and Emlyn Phennah of the Glyn Valley Tramway Trust attended the annual 16mm Garden Railway Show in Peterborough. The Trust attended the show last year and was very pleasantly surprised with the amount of support and enthusiasm that it recieved from members of the public. This year's was no different, a very busy day, we sold a number of books and other items and aquired several new members as well.....fantastic day!
Work Party Report 17th March
The headline news is that our welfare facilities and compound are now established and were used for the first time for the Work Party. The facilities are centrally located for work on Phase 1 of the restoration. They comply with the minimum standards for future work under the Construction, Design and Maintenance Regulations, and provide a base for first aid facilities and future education activities.
The facilities were purchased with a grant from a local community volunteer organisation. They consist of a cabin equipped with washing, food preparation and drying equipment - the image shows the interior – and a separate toilet. The compound area has been surfaced with stone chippings to make deliveries by vehicle possible. Preliminary work on the compound , mainly vegetation clearance, went on for several days prior to the actual work party to ready the site prior to delivery of the cabin. On the day one gang started work on painting the exterior of the cabin and toilet (GVT green!) and trying to work out the mysteries of the electrical system. Although the electrics of the cabin had been thoroughly tested prior to delivery, as had the cookers, heater etc., connecting it all up to the generator such that nothing caused the system to trip out provided an entertaining couple of hours. It was obvious in the end but not at first!
The other gang carried on with work on the trackbed drainage. We were heartened that the previous work in the wet areas was showing signs of clearing the standing water and the weekend's effort involved extending both the extent and depth of the drains.
An interesting old retaining structure which was clearly part of the original formation was uncovered (see image) and appears to have stood the test of time. So, two happy groups, covered variously in paint or mud, enjoyed the first ever lunch in the new cabin. A very satisfying day!
The dates for the forthcoming Work Parties are as follows: 14th April, 12th May,16th June, and 14th July. New volunteers will be made most welcome. Contact Ian Davies ( 07929 260962 or 01691 777985)
Finally - a guilty admission. Mrs Digger made a cake for the work party but in the excitement it got left at home. I can report that it is delicious and hence is unlikely to make an appearance in April!
David Jones MP visits the Glyn Valley Tramway Trust
The GVTT had a visit from David Jones MP, the Under Secretary of State for Wales on the 3rd of March, to discuss our project and the wider inpact it will have within Wrexham and NE Wales, combined with the Llangollen Canal World Heritage Site. It is wonderful to see that, not only are we getting real support and interest from the Welsh Government, but also now from national government as well. There is sense that the potential for Chirk and the Ceiriog Valley, as part of the WHS as a whole, to become a major tourism hub in the near future, is beginning to be recognised nationally and enthusiasm is rapidly growing to bring it to reality.
Now the real hard work begins!
We've done it!!! The GVTT in Chirk has finally achieved planning permission from Wrexham County Borough Council to start Phase 1 of the reconstruction of the GVT in Chirk!!!
Now the real hard work begins! However, the GVT will not rebuild itself! Now that we are no longer just a dream buta reality, we will need all the help and support we can get to bring the sound of a Beyer Peacock whistle echoing done the Glyn Valley ...once again. It will not be easy, it may take some time and as we all know, money isnt flowing around at the moment. There will be cheers and tears in equal measure along the way we are sure....
Therefore, we urge everyone who has been following us along the way, and also those who have never heard of us before but are interested, to join us. Whether you live in the UK, US, Europe or even Antartica or anywhere else, your membership and any help you can bring to this great project will be most sincerely welcome, and indeed will be vital if we are to march forward and bring the last 'Great Little Train of Wales' back to life...
There will be some sore heads this morning you can be sure, but now the work really starts in earnest, so please join us and bring steam back to 'a little bit of Heaven on Earth'...
Planning decision today...
The day has arrived... later this morning, we are being interviewed by BBC Wales television and radio, and also by S4C television... then, at 6pm, we arrive at the Guildhall in Wrexham to face the councillors of Wrexham County Borough Council who will decide for or against our application to rebuild the GVT in Chirk.
Planning Application Latest
On Monday, 6th February at 6.30pm, the Glyn Valley Tramway Trust in Chirk will go before the Planning Committee of Wrexham County Borough Council to have our Planning Application heard for the restoration of Phase 1 of the Glyn Valley Tramway....this is it...
Meeting with British Waterways...
Todays meeting with British Waterways has also gone very well indeed, they are happy with our proposals and the measures we have put in place to monitor any effects on the Chirk canal tunnel during the re-construction phase of the GVT, and are happy to see us gain planning consent...we are still getting there...
It's all happening...
Things are moving rather quickly at the moment....the Arboricultural tree survey is completed and ready to submit, the bat survey has already been submitted, and the Ecological survey will also very soon (within the next day) be submitted. Tomorrow we have a meeting with British Waterways to finally iron out any issues remaining, and it appears that the Highways Department are now happy and recommend consent...we are getting there...
Meeting with Mark Isherwood
Today, we have a very good meeting with Mark Isherwood, Conservative AM for North Wales. Mark has always been and continues to be very supportive of our project, and is always keen to help us in anyway he can.
Happy New Year!
May we wish everyone a very Happy New Year from the GVTT! We hope, and we very much intend that the coming New Year is a very special one...
Meet Wilfrid...
Wilfrid is our very own 7 and a quarter inch gauge steam loco. Wilfrid is a direct replica of the DeWinton vertical boiler 'Coffee Pots', built in the late 19th century at the DeWinton works in Caernarvon, North Wales. Wilfrid was busy this year giving rides at various events for the general public, and we intend doing the same thing this coming new year.
Behind Wilfrid are replicas of the original GVT wagons, one tar wagon, a granite wagon and two slate wagons...
Merry Christmas!
May we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
The Glyn Valley Tramway Trust.
Grant received from Keep Wales Tidy
The GVTT have just been awarded a grant of £300 from Keep Wales Tidy towards the Aborecultural survey. Keep Wales Tidy have been and still are very keen supporters of our project and we would like to sincerely thank them for all of their help.
Restoration of the Montgomeryshire Canal
During the weekend of the 3rd and 4th December 2011, the GVTT Chairman Dr David Carter and the Vice Chairman Ian Davies took part in the ongoing ShropshireUnion Canal Society (SUCS) restoration of the Montgomeryshire Canal near Llanymynech, Shropshire. Dr Carter is also one of the Project Managers of the canal restoration, and the weekend's task was the thinning and re-laying of the hedgeline that runs alongside the currently dry section of the canal in anticipation of the sections full restoration to navigation in the near future.
Ian Davies' role during the weekend was as a qualified chainsaw operator coppicing and logging the trees that are within the hedgeline to allow them them to regenerate for future relaying in the restored hedge.
One of the main philosophies of the GVTT is to co-operate with and assist other heritage based organisations within the area to further their own projects. The precursor of the SUCS, the Shropshire Union Railway and Canal Company, were one of the founders of the Glyn Valley Tramway in 1873, and also help to maintain the Llangollen Canal World Heritage Site in which the restored GVT will operate in the future.


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David Rodas and Alberto Verla were among those cheering inside La Placita Methodist Church in downtown Los Angeles as they watched the president on a big screen and heard him talk about the 11 million illegally here and "in the shadows" -- the undocumented.
David and Alberto are among those "in the shadows." Alberto, who dreams of being a U.S. citizen, has been here since 1999 after coming here to work. Everyday he cleans offices as a janitor.
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A Lowell family is lucky to be alive after their cars plummeted 35 feet after part of Mines Road washed away early Saturday.Officials say a culvert under the road washed away sometime late Friday night or early Saturday morning and a nearly 30 foot stretch of road went with it. Three members of the Richardson family were traveling in two cars. They didn't see the hole in time and drove into the chasm. Local roads commissioner Reginald Pion said heavy rains are to blame for dislodging the culvert, which was put in place just last summer. Pion said he checks the roads every day and did not see anything alarming earlier that day. Mines road, which connects Lowell and Eden, will be closed for about 4 weeks while repairs take place. "When I got there the water was just crashing through. Stones were going through, banging on the cars. I've got a two story house and you could put the whole house in that hole now -- it is a miracle that nobody got killed," Pion said.Everyone in the two cars made it out of the ditch. One child suffered a fractured arm, but is expected to be okay.
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The Bad Girls television drama, set in the fictional HMP Larkhall, ran on ITV for eight series from 1999 to 2006. The musical, written by the creators of the television series and first seen in July 2006 at the West Yorkshire Playhouse in Leeds, is based around some of the core characters from season one.
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Helen Fraser recreates her screen role as Sylvia 'Bodybag' Hollamby on stage in a cast that also features Sally Dexter, Nicole Faraday, David Burt, Laura Rogers, Julie Jupp, Amanda Posener, Caroline Head, Rebecca Wheatley and Chris Grierson.
For 1st Night Photos, our Whatsonstage.com photographer Dan Wooller was on hand for arrivals and the curtain call at the Garrick Theatre and at the post-show party at Sugar Reef along with the Bad Girls - The Musical company and other first night guests including Brian Park (producer of the original TV series), Prunella Scales, Michael Barrymore, Danielle Lloyd, Brenda Edwards, Sheridan Smith, Ingrid Tarrant, Rudolph Walker, Angela Wynter, Tracy Brabin (EastEnders), Janet Ellis (Blue Peter), Christopher Biggins, Kate O'Mara, Claire Goose (Waking the Dead), Jesse Birdsall (Bugs), Janet Ellis (Blue Peter), director Christopher Malcolm, Amanda Barrie (Coronation Street), Georgina Bouzova (Casualty) and Liberty X's Kelli Young.
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I tried the deli (mmm, corned beef!), Lido buffet, main dining room, pizza, and room service. Everything that I tried was good! The longest wait was at the deli, and it was well worth the 20 min. I waited! My favorite food was the Flat Iron Steak, Pumpkin Soup, and Chocolate Melting Cake. To be honest, I had the Chocolate Melting Cake on 3 out of 4 nights.
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All smiles: Jake Schatz will play on Saturday. Photo: Getty Images
Terry Schatz has never listened to the mug punters. Not surprisingly, he's long contended that ''every team needs a Jake''. In his son, the Wallabies have one.
Jake Schatz's journey to the Wallabies has been one of hard work and heartache. He's largely unheralded outside Queensland but ranks as one of the most respected players at the Reds, as much for the strength of his character as his work in the forwards.
None of his teammates will ever forget the courage he showed in 2011 when he took the field in a crunch game against the Crusaders just days after burying his mother Alison, who died of cancer.
It was a selfless act that left an indelible mark on those around him, including Wallabies coach Ewen McKenzie, who told Schatz on Monday that his Wallabies debut would arrive against the Springboks on Saturday.
''He's a very strong lad, who had the mental and emotional strength to play in one of the most important games of the season just after his mother passed away. You just can't ask for a better type of guy to play next to,'' said Quade Cooper, who was recalled to No.10.
If Wallabies supporters wanted some emotional starch in their squad in an era of misbehaviour and slipping standards, Schatz is their flag bearer. And on the football front, he's an adaptable back-rower who can cover all three positions, a fact he believes helped him edge out the competition.
''Probably being pretty versatile helped, I think. Playing all three back-row positions has given me a bit of an upper hand in that area. Coming off a good Super Rugby season always helps,'' Schatz said. ''It's been quite a week, I'll tell you that. Now I just have to get out on the field and put it together.''
On Friday night, Schatz won the Stan Pilecki Medal as Queensland's player of the year. A few days later, the Wallabies dream of the 23-year-old had been fulfilled, ensuring an emotional week for his beaming father Terry and the Schatz siblings.
''It's a great reward for hard work. He's not one of the out-there sort of people. He just goes about his job and it's a great reward for him,'' said Terry, a former player at Easts in Brisbane and coach at Sunnybank. ''I think there's a lot of mug punters that chase the fancy guys but every team needs a Jake. It's something that has been missing, I think.
''He's a tireless worker and I think he'll go well.''
Terry said he was immensely proud of how his son had carried himself through a heartbreaking period. ''That goes without saying. He does carry himself well. He does keep to himself a lot,'' Terry said. ''It was tough; it's still tough. His sister and brother go through the same thing. But it will be a huge week; an emotional week.''
A perception that Schatz is an undersized back-rower may have been a reason it has taken 50 games for the Reds star to force his way into Wallabies contention. But at 109 kilograms and 193 centimetres, he's hardly a pushover.
Schatz said adding five or six kilograms over recent seasons had given him the confidence to take on the biggest packs in Super Rugby and prepared him for the the next step.
''Absolutely. I think that comes with experience as well … Now I'm about 108 to 110 kilograms, depending on where I am in the season,'' Schatz said. ''You gain experience in that physical department. It's not just the weight but how to hit guys. You learn how to do it.''


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GHOR AS SAFI, Jordan (April 2, 2007) — Twenty-four women from Harvard University in the United States and Dar Al-Hekma College in Saudi Arabia met in Jordan over the past 10 days to take part in a Habitat for Humanity building project. The joint effort, called the Hekma-Harvard Women Build, provided an opportunity for women from both cultures not only to help build two homes in the community of Ghor As Safi, but also to exchange ideas and experiences through this unique international project.
The Hekma-Harvard Women Build was a joint effort between both university groups and Habitat for Humanity Jordan. Through the program, which ran from March 24 to April 2, 2007, the participants lived and worked beside each other, and shared in organized exchanges with Jordanian political figures, local youth and nongovernmental organizations.
"This effort really called on the strengths of each of the contributing organizations," said Philip Griffith, director of the Habitat for Humanity Jordan program. "Each of these two universities contributed some of their brightest young women, and Habitat for Humanity provided a build site in a local community in Jordan."
The two groups were linked initially through U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice's Senior Advisor for Women's Empowerment, Ambassador Shirin Tahir-Kheli. Eager to help link women in the Saudi Kingdom with women in the United States, Ambassador Tahir-Kheli's office contacted Harvard University, where the idea for the joint build was circulated to students at the John F. Kennedy School of Government. Habitat for Humanity became involved when Ambassador Tahir-Kheli's office contacted Habitat for Humanity International in Washington, D.C. The partnership has enjoyed support and participation from the State Department's top level officials, including Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Ambassador Karen Hughes, who visited Dar Al-Hekma College in 2005, and Assistant Secretary for Educational and Cultural Affairs Dina Powell.
U.S. ambassador to Jordan, David Hale, said "this initiative brought to Jordan young women from different religions and backgrounds in the name of understanding, respect and community service. This kind of dialogue helps to strengthen the relationships between our people and, thus, our nations. The U.S. Department of State is proud to have partnered with Habitat for Humanity, Dar Al-Hekma College in Saudi Arabia, Harvard University and the people of Jordan on this exciting program."
"We thought Jordan would provide an excellent backdrop for such an exchange," Griffith added. "Bringing the students together in a country that is new to most of them helps to strengthen the bonds between participants."
Interested students from both schools applied to be considered for the program. From those applicants, 10 from each school were selected. Each group was then led by two team leaders, bringing to 24 the number of total participants — the largest group Habitat for Humanity Jordan has ever hosted.
"Habitat for Humanity is really about bringing people together for a common purpose," Griffith said. "We thought this was the perfect opportunity to bring these two unique groups of women together."
About Habitat for Humanity Jordan
Habitat for Humanity Jordan was founded in 2001, and now works in five communities throughout the country. Using a community-based housing program that integrates credit, volunteerism and a sense of common purpose — based on a model developed by Habitat for Humanity International — Habitat for Humanity Jordan has thus far completed 250 houses, and is seeking to expand to other communities.
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Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since its founding in Americus, Ga., in 1976, Habitat has built more than 200,000 houses in nearly 100 countries, providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for more than 1 million people. For more information, visit www.habitat.org [1].


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WASHINGTON (AP) — A woman shot to death by police outside the Capitol building after she tried to drive through barricades outside the White House held the delusional belief that the president was communicating with her, a federal law enforcement official said Friday.
The official had been briefed on the investigation but spoke on condition of anonymity because the person was not authorized to speak publicly about the ongoing investigation.
A harrowing car chase unfolded Thursday after the driver rammed the barricades, briefly shuttering the chambers where federal lawmakers were debating how to end a government shutdown and stirred fresh panic in a city where a gunman two weeks ago killed 12 people.
The driver, 34-year-old Miriam Carey, of Stamford, Connecticut, is believed to have traveled directly to Washington immediately before the car chase, the official said. A 1-year-old girl was in the car, though she avoided serious injury and was taken into protective custody.
Investigators have been interviewing Carey's family about her mental condition, which had been deteriorating over the past 10 months, the official said. The woman had made delusional "expressions about the president in the past" and "believed there was some communications to her," and concerns about her mental health were reported in the last year to Stamford police, the official said.
Carey's mother, Idella Carey, told ABC News on Thursday night that her daughter began suffering from postpartum depression after giving birth to her daughter, Erica, in August 2012.
"A few months later, she got sick," she said. "She was depressed. ... She was hospitalized."
Idella Carey said her daughter had "no history of violence," and she didn't know why she was in Washington on Thursday. She said she thought Carey was taking Erica to a doctor's appointment in Connecticut.
Her sisters say they want to know why she had to die. Amy Carey-Jones said on CNN on Friday there should've been "another way instead of shooting and killing an individual." Valerie Carey says she "did not deserve to have her life cut down."
Connecticut records show Carey had been a licensed dental hygienist since 2009. Records show the license expired on Thursday.
Dr. Brian Evans, a periodontist in Hamden, Connecticut, said Carey worked as a hygienist in his office for about two years before she was fired a year ago. He would not go into detail about the reasons surrounding her departure.
He said Carey had been away from the job for a period after falling down a staircase and suffering a head injury, and she learned she was pregnant during the time she was hospitalized. He said it was a few weeks after she returned to the office that she was fired.
Police said there appeared to be no direct link to terrorism, and there was no indication the woman was even armed. Capitol Police Chief Kim Dine, whose officers have been working without pay as a result of the shutdown, called it an "isolated, singular matter."
Still, tourists, congressional staff and even some senators watched anxiously as a caravan of law enforcement vehicles chased a black Infiniti with Connecticut license plates down Constitution Avenue outside the Capitol and as officers with high-powered firearms canvassed the area. The House of Representatives and Senate both abruptly suspended business, a lawmaker's speech cut off in mid-sentence, as the Capitol Police broadcast a message over its emergency radio system telling people to stay in place and move away from the windows.
The woman's car at one point had been surrounded by police cars and she managed to escape, careening around a traffic circle and past the north side of the Capitol. Video shot by a TV cameraman showed police pointing firearms at her car before she rammed a Secret Service vehicle and continued driving. Metropolitan Police Chief Cathy Lanier said police shot and killed her a block northeast of the historic building.
In Connecticut, the FBI served a search warrant in connection with the investigation and police cordoned off a condominium building and the surrounding neighborhood in the shoreline city.
Jackson said Carey was upset earlier this summer when the tires were stolen off her car, but she said her neighbor seemed content. She said she never heard her say anything political.
Carey had been sued by her condominium association for failure to pay fees, court records show. A lawsuit settled in February alleged that she owed the association $1,759 in addition to collection costs, and indicates that she took out a mortgage on her condo in the amount of $237,616.
The chain of events in Washington began when the woman sped onto a driveway leading to the White House, over a set of barricades. When the driver couldn't get through a second barrier, she spun the car in the opposite direction, flipping a Secret Service officer over the hood of the car as she sped away, said B.J. Campbell, a tourist from Portland, Oregon.
Then the chase began.
One Secret Service member and a 23-year veteran of the Capitol Police were injured. Officials said they are in good condition and expected to recover.
Congressman Michael McCaul, who said he was briefed by the Homeland Security Department, said he did not think the woman was armed. "There was no return fire," he said.
Associated Press writers Bradley Klapper, Laurie Kellman, Adam Goldman, Mark Sherman, Philip Elliott, Jesse Holland, David Espo, Alan Fram, Brett Zongker, Donna Cassata and Henry C. Jackson in Washington, Michael Melia and Stephen Singer in Hartford, Connecticut, and John Christoffersen in Stamford, Connecticut, contributed to this report.


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Three big rematches, including two from thrillers earlier this season, and one of the county's best facing a huge road test highlight the second week of football playoffs.
The first round already had one of the county's major contenders — American Heritage — exit the playoffs early.
What's in store for Week 2?
• Region 3-8A semifinal — Miramar (7-4) at Cypress Bay (9-2): The first time these teams met at the end of September, Cypress Bay hung on for a 17-13 victory at Miramar that helped the Lightning win the District 12-8A crown.
The game certainly ended with an interesting twist as Miramar kick returner Eric Pittman slowed down to celebrate on his way to the end zone, and Cypress Bay safety Gavin Anderson blindsided him at the 5-yard line, forcing a fumble. Eventually, Cypress Bay's defense forced the Patriots backward.
This time, the Lightning is at home.
And Pittman is in a feature back role since the injury to Alex Lee, hoping for redemption.
Cypress Bay is playing much better of late, as its offense had been clicking behind its running game. But Miramar's defense has turned its level of play up a notch in recent weeks, posting a shutout of South Plantation last week. If the Dark Side defense is indeed back and ready to make another run to Orlando, this is where it starts to prove it.
Andre's pick: Miramar 14, Cypress Bay 13.
• Region 4-3A final — Delray American Heritage (11-0) vs. University (9-0) at Nova: This might be the most highly anticipated matchup statewide because it is considered by many to be the true Class 3A state championship game.
American Heritage survived a brutal schedule that included wins over Seffner Armwood, Belle Glade Glades Central, Delray Beach Atlantic, Gulliver, West Palm Beach Cardinal Newman, Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer and Chaminade.
Heritage won last year's meeting in this round 31-20 and went on to win the state title. Key in that game were the five interceptions by the Stallions' athletic secondary.
University quarterback Mike White has to continue to be as efficient as he has been during the season; he has thrown for 1,474 yards, 18 touchdowns and only two picks. The Suns defense has also not allowed a touchdown in its past four games and only allowed three points during that span.
Both have to step up if University is to make the best of this chance to return to state.
Andre's pick: University 41, American Heritage 40.
• Region 4-7A semifinal — Plantation (8-3) at St. Thomas Aquinas (9-2): The first meeting between these two decided the District 15-7A title when Aquinas won a Saturday afternoon game at home 24-20.
Fred Coppet finished with 220 yards and three touchdowns for Aquinas, and Plantation ran for 241 yards as a team.
Aquinas' defense, which has steadily improved as the season has progressed, forced key turnovers late. Look for a repeat performance.
Andre's pick: St. Thomas Aquinas 35, Plantation 31.
• Region 4-7A semifinal – Boyd Anderson (8-2) at Palm Beach Gardens Dwyer (9-2): The Cobras proved their toughness by going to Delray Beach and knocking off a tough Atlantic team thanks to a late touchdown hookup between quarterback Gregory Hankerson and receiver Eddie Jackson.
Dwyer pulled away from Northeast in the second half of a 25-3 win last week and has won seven playoff games in a row against Broward teams going back to 2004.
Andre's pick: Dwyer 35, Boyd Anderson 22.
Andre's record — Last week: 11-2; Season: 216-62.
NOTE: All games are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday.


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New K-CIRCLE is a Wireless/USB Follow Focus and Remote Controller for Your Canon DSLR
There a few neat ways to remote operate your DSLR — and in some cases, live-monitor as well. Options range from custom Canon control software for your Android tablet all the way to professional, dedicated solutions. Most such offerings are Canon-only, but statistically there's a good chance you're a Canon DSLR shooter anyway — and there's no reason similar gear won't come to Nikon or Panasonic cameras, too. Pro accessory fabricators LockCircle have just announced a new, advanced option for remote control of your Canon DSLR called the K-CIRCLE – allowing wireless or USB-tether remote operation of everything from ISO and aperture to focus and digital zoom.
Here's a beauty shot of the new K-CIRCLE:
Here's the full features list from LockCircle's press release:
K-CIRCLE LockCircle Highlights
- Base Module with integrated wireless receiver works wire up to 50 ft
- Remote Module works wireless up to 150 ft
- Proprietary algorithm for controlling focus in three speeds
- Multicolor led for different functions
- 12 bottons for multiple functions (stainless steel military specs)
- Focus knob works on big sealed bearing for extreme smooth operation
- Focusing can be also controlled by buttons
- Video or photo priority selectable
- Open protocol between units, ready for external control and accessories
- Back-up survival battery pack for long day shooting
- Functions of the Base Module can be disabled
- Serial digital data transmission, with encrypted channel, at 868.3 Mhz
- Software upgrade online (downloadable)
- Multi channel selection, multicamera control
- Canon EOS functions controlled: video start/stop, photo capture, autofocus/metering, iso setting, aperture control, shutter setting, exposure compensation, focus rectangle position, digital zoom, mode (M, P, Av, Video… available only on some Canon models), white balance, focusing points memory for rack focus transitions, lock on single speed (slow, fast, faster), acceleration presets, commands for second settings, timelapse ready
Given things like the recent minicopter-shot FIREFLY, K-CIRCLE definitely looks like a robust tool for hands-free (or gravity-free, for that matter) operation, in conjunction with a wireless monitoring system. LockCircle points out that jib or crane work could also be streamlined by including K-CIRCLE into the shooting configuration. Expect availability of K-CIRCLE mid-to-late Frebruary — and a comprehensive list of supported Canon DSLRs closer to that time.
We don't yet know the price at this time, but I would expect to find out closer to February.
What situations have you guys been in where you could've used K-CIRCLE, or a solution like it? What remote control systems have you previously implemented for hands-free shooting, and how do you feel the K-CIRCLE compares in specs to such a system?
Link: LockCircle
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Samir on 12.20.12 @ 7:44PM
Would this work on a RED camera with the Canon electronic mount?
No, ultimately it's different software.
DIYFilmSchool on 12.21.12 @ 10:32AM
You know, I was wondering why anyone would use this. The technology is a great idea, but until you mentioned "Firefly" (which was amazing technically), I was going to pass on this accessory.
Peter on 12.21.12 @ 11:04AM
I'm able to do a few of these functions with the LANC remote control on the C100. I would just caution though…don't expect the focusing to be anything like a physical follow focus. It is nowhere near as responsive or accurate even with the three speeds…it's not even as good as the better focus-by-wire lenses (e.g. Canon's 40mm pancake or all the m43 lenses that won't work on BMCC). What it is useful for is when you have the cam up on a jib or crane or grid or whatever and you can make adjustments without a ladder or repositioning the camera. But if you're thinking you can "follow" focus dynamically like this, expect a bunch of re-takes.
Nearly all new cameras by late next year will probably have built-in wifi and apps for your phone to serve as a controller, so the lifetime of this product is limited. I'm enjoying the app control on the GoPro Hero3 Black, which includes a somewhat lo-fi and delayed image stream from the camera as well.
Thakns for the intriguing comment!
One thing I don't unite understand, probably because I can't read the specs properly — does the LookCircle operate on radio technology? Ie, you don't need access to a WiFi network to remotely operate? If so, this seems to me far more practical than phone-controlled apps that do.
Also — what other products on the market do you guys recommend for remote control and monitoring of DSLRs?
"quite" not "unite". Damn iPad autocorrect…
Not to mention "Thakns". Okay, I'm done now.
John on 12.28.12 @ 4:28AM
Just wanted to cherp in about the phone app thing. I think that the apps in question, when they do eventually surface, would be bluetooth which is, to my understanding, effectivly wireless technology. No expert so I might be wrong.
sico on 12.21.12 @ 2:56PM
Bluetooth uses short wave radio for their wireless, it's different than a wifi connection.
Peter- did you test this personally? Because it seems like its got quite a few great features that could be utilized, say in a remote time lapse setup, a long panning surfing shot on uneven ground where an AC could watch a remote monitor and pull focus allowing the operator to get footing resulting in a smooth shot… big deal if you have ever shot surfing or hi action sports., long jib arm shots, cable cam setups, car/bicycle rigs, harsh environmental areas and many other potential applications. And it says in the article that it works on its own RF wireless frequency, which to me seems like it probably wouldn't have all too much delay in tracking focus which would probably maintain a decent response time….I personally wouldn't make any allegations untill having played with one in my own hands. Just my two cents folks.


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10th Annual Blues, Brews & BBQ
|Celebrate 10 years of music, barbecue and beer at Beaver Creek Resort over Memorial Day weekend with the 10th annual Blues, Brew and BBQ Festival May 24-27, 2013. As the unofficial launch of summertime in the mountains, top barbecue chefs from around the state join local chefs in serving up mouth-watering barbecue complemented by thirst-quenching microbrews at one of the largest Colorado Microbrewery beer tastings. To make the 10th anniversary one to remember, this year's event will feature a kickoff concert at the Vilar Performing Arts Center featuring the high-energy Chicago soul blues of Big James and the Chicago Playboys.
Other musical highlights include Dan Treanor's Afrosippi Band Featuring Erica Brown, Too Slim and the Taildraggers and John Németh who will perform live at scheduled times during the weekend. Barbecue masters will be competing for bragging rights and $10,000 in cash prizes. On Saturday a panel of professional judges will rate pork, beef and side dishes according to appearance, taste and tenderness.
This year, attendees will have the chance to text their vote on Saturday and Sunday to determine the People's Choice winner for Best Barbecue Vendor. Selected winners will be crowned Saturday and Sunday at 4:10 p.m. on the main stage in Beaver Creek Plaza.
A Kids Zone will be open from 12-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday providing activities and arts and crafts designed for kids 12 and under. At noon on Saturday, Beaver Creek's signature Culinary Demonstration Series kick off for the summer season, providing complimentary barbecue demonstrations from guest and local chefs.
The Blues, Brews and BBQ event offers free admission to the plaza and food and beverage are available for purchase. Ticketed events include the following.
10th Anniversary Kickoff Concert
On Friday, May 24, don't miss the energetic, bluesy sounds of Big James and the Chicago Playboys at the Vilar Performing Arts Center beginning at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person at the door and include one beverage of your choice – beer, wine or soda. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Microbrew Festival
Enjoy one of the largest exclusively Colorado Microbrewery Beer Tastings in the state from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday, May 25. Featuring more than 80 special concoctions from 35 Colorado-based breweries, participants also receive a commemorative tasting mug. Advance tickets are $35 per person and will be $45 per person at the door. The event also will be held outdoors again this year on the back lawn, near the Centennial Express Chairlift (#6).


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"We embarked on this journey because we believe America must overcome the racial barriers that divide us, the barriers that drive us to strike out at one another out of ignorance and fear. To do nothing is unacceptable."
"Gather at the Table is an honest exploration into the deep social wounds left by racism, violence, and injustice, as the authors work through their own prejudices in search of reconciliation—and ultimately find friendship." —Leymah Gbowee, 2011 Nobel Peace Laureate"I could not put this book down. Gather at the Table is an extraordinary story of an honest, meaningful conversation across the racial divide. At times it hurts to read. And well it should. Centuries of injustice and trauma that face us every day in this country have no place for half-truths. Sharon and Tom took the harder road-searching for healing, they literally walked together into painful histories and found authentic friendship." -John Paul Lederach, PhD, author of The Moral Imagination: The Art and Soul of Building Peace"What a courageous journey-communicated in an engaging, readable style with candor, humor, and deep feeling. This book shed light on the thoughts, questions, and feelings I have about race, society, culture, and historical, generational, and structurally induced trauma-and the human ability to transcend. In reading it, I realized there are questions I'm still afraid to ask about race, things I'm afraid to say, and yet I realized anew the power of acknowledgment, mercy, justice, and conflict transformation. I'm grateful to DeWolf and Morgan for not just taking the journey but for sharing their story with us." —Carolyn Yoder, founding director of STAR: Strategies for Trauma Awareness & Resilience "Sharon and Tom take us on a heart-opening journey of awakening. As a nation, we owe them a deep bow of gratitude as they help us navigate the deep divides of race and otherness." —Belvie Rooks, cofounder, Growing a Global Heart