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LeSean McCoy - #25 - RB
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Eagles eying more toughness at linebacker
Moise Fokou has taken the first-team SLB reps from Akeem Jordan in a move that will sacrifice speed for strength at the point of attack.
Eagles CB Samuel, WR Cooper out; RB McCoy questionable
Concussions will keep Eagles CB Asante Samuel and WR Riley Cooper out of Philadelphia's Sunday-night game with the 49ers.
Vick needs to repent to earn forgiveness
What are NFL fans to do about Michael Vick? Do we cheer him on, object to his presence on the field, or pretend the dilemma doesn't exist while doing our best to ignore him?
Vick out "Maybe a week, maybe two weeks"
Eagles QB Michael Vick told a Virginia radio station he will not miss much time due to the rib injury he sustained in Week Four.
Injuries to Vick, McCoy cloud picture in Philly
Just when it looked like everything in the Eagles' offense was going swimmingly, rib injuries to QB Michael Vick and RB LeSean McCoy in Week Four have drastically changed the outlook.
Eagles dealing with rib injuries for Vick, McCoy
The Eagles continue to suffer crucial offensive injuries as QB Michael Vick and RB LeSean McCoy both suffered rib-related ailments in Sunday's loss to the Redskins, leaving their availability up in the air.
Rib injuries for Eagles' Vick and McCoy
Eagles QB Michael Vick has a rib cartilage injury and RB LeSean McCoy has a rib fracture, head coach Andy Reid told reporters on Monday.
With Vick out, Redskins win McNabb Bowl
Donovan McNabb threw for 125 yards and one touchdown, leading the Washington Redskins to a 17-12 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday in his first game against his former team.
Vick injured vs. Redskins
Eagles QB Michael Vick left the team's Week Four game vs. the Redskins at the end of the first quarter with an apparent injury to his rib cage or collarbone.
Eagles' McCoy picking up pass responsibilities
The biggest question by far about Eagles RB LeSean McCoy last season was his ability to handle pass protection, but he has come a long way in his second year.
Suddenly valuable Vick breathing life into Philly offense
Kevin Kolb was supposed to be the guy to keep the Eagles' offense moving with Donovan McNabb off to Washington. Instead, Michael Vick has been that man.
Vick's four TDs lead Eagles past Jags
Michael Vick threw three touchdown passes, ran for another score and the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 28-3 Sunday.
Rookie Allen making positive impression on Eagles
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McCoy in key position to help Eagles
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Vikings sign WR Baskett
While Vincent Jackson's name continues to swirl in trade rumors, the Vikings signed WR Hank Baskett, who was cut by the Eagles this week.
McCoy returned to action on Sunday and finished with 122 total yards for the Eagles in a loss to Washington.||||||| He had nine catches for 77 yards, and rushed 13 times for 45 yards.
McCoy will start at running back for the Eagles against Washington in his first game back after missing four because of a concussion.||||||| Rookie Bryce Brown filled in nicely for McCoy, running for 347 yards and four touchdowns in his first two career starts. But Brown had just 40 yards in the next two games and fumbled four times in four games.
Quarterback Michael Vick and running back LeSean McCoy will not play Sunday, when the Philadelphia Eagles meet the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-6). In an expected announcement, Eagles athletic trainer Rick Burkholder said Friday that neither has been cleared to return to football activity after suffering concussions last month.||||||| Burkholder sent McCoy to Pittsburgh to be examined by the University of Pittsburgh's concussion specialists because he "just didn't like the way things were adding up. I didn't like how he was getting symptoms at night and not during the day." He said those tests yielded nothing alarming but did convince Burkholder to change McCoy's rehabilitation protocol.
McCoy ran for 119 yards in Monday's 28-13 loss to the Saints.||||||| McCoy has two rushing scores through eight contests. He had 17 last season.
McCoy ended up with 67 total yards and two touchdown in the Eagles' loss to Atlanta Sunday.||||||| McCoy had one rushing score and one TD catch. He remains one of the top backs in fantasy football.


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Portsmouth Bière De Garde - Portsmouth Brewery
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3.5/5 rDev -9.6%
03-16-2014 12:55:45 | More by Fettpopps
4/5 rDev +3.4%
01-02-2014 05:58:01 | More by guezarka
New Hampshire
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
10-31-2013 19:19:04 | More by ajcormier
4/5 rDev +3.4%
10-15-2013 01:48:00 | More by tjmodica
New Hampshire
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
01-15-2013 15:40:16 | More by mklisz
3.25/5 rDev -16%
01-05-2013 21:17:57 | More by BeerCosmonaut
New Hampshire
3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
12-14-2012 00:05:41 | More by mattparsons
3.5/5 rDev -9.6%
11-27-2012 17:24:14 | More by anewlanguage
New Hampshire
4/5 rDev +3.4%
02-01-2012 22:58:04 | More by phingdong
4/5 rDev +3.4%
11-29-2011 14:14:23 | More by LostHighway
New Hampshire
5/5 rDev +29.2%
11-25-2011 22:23:17 | More by Rochefort10nh
2.68/5 rDev -30.7%
Poured into a tulip at the brewpub. This one pours a clear honey color with a thin cap of white foam. It settles quickly.
On my first whiff I got a big aroma of caramel sweetness. My second venture in wasn't as pleasant. Lots of balsamic vinegar in the aroma with a caramel mixture in the background. A lot more vinous than I would have thought. Kind of a caramel sweetness on the front of the pallet with a earthy/floral profile. I don't think I've ever eaten a flower, but I figure this is what one would taste like. The vinegar that the aroma indicated is non-existent; this isn't sour at all (which I didn't expect going in to this one).
The body is heavy on this. This really just seems to coat my tongue with heavy flavors. Overall not my favorite from the brewpub. I'm sure I'll skip it in the future.
11-19-2011 03:43:37 | More by Bendurgin
4/5 rDev +3.4%
11-15-2011 21:10:37 | More by Kinsman
New Hampshire
4/5 rDev +3.4%
11-15-2011 17:01:58 | More by ElGallo
New Jersey
4/5 rDev +3.4%
11-15-2011 15:45:53 | More by randomdanger
4.05/5 rDev +4.7%
22oz bottle into cervoise
This beer pours a nice, slightly hazy, light copper orange. Bubbly white head and decent lacing. The nose consists of orange, apples, and tangerine with a slight wheat-grain to it. The taste is floral with some pine hops. The citric fruit component is strong with orange, lemon and some grapefruit. Pepper too! Mouthfeel is slightly drying, crisp and very refreshing. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed this beer. I actually preferred it when it was first opened and relatively cold, very refreshing.
08-09-2011 23:23:54 | More by OakedCanuck
South Carolina
4.03/5 rDev +4.1%
another great new one from portsmouth. i still think it was a much better decision not to go for kate as all these other beers are really just superb.
Nice pour here with a medium amber color that had a slight bit of haziness to it. Intresting tone here for sure as it was bordering on being a bit brighter. There was a nice head of white that came up over the top and settled down gradually into a little pillow.
The aroma was light, hints of grian, light hops and a touch of light peach and pear fruit notes. Subtle would be the ideal word here. There was a very nice flavor here, nothing really huge, just very light and drinkable. Nice touches of light grains and small doses of light fruit, mixing well and with subtle yet adequate carbonation, the whole thing seemed to come together quite well.
05-21-2011 01:06:40 | More by mikesgroove
3.63/5 rDev -6.2%
Light fizzy head crystal clear golden honey colored beer.
Nose some sweet toasty malts, straw, light fruity like, bit bready and slight yeasty, light lemony and fruity hops.
Taste sweet malts, wheat, lift straw, pretty sweet, light fruit and lemony, juicy, some bitterness, some spices, light fruit from the yeast, finishes still a bit sweet, light creamy and straw.
Mouth is med bodied, light carb.
Overall kinda meh, so so, sweet, not a ton of malts, light hops are typical, but the weird lemony is a bit iffy, the malts are nice thought which helps a bit.
05-17-2011 11:47:52 | More by jlindros
3.68/5 rDev -4.9%
22oz bottle poured into a Duvel tulip glass.
A - Pours a lightly hazed, dirty copper color with a tannish head that manages to reach only a finger or so in height, but is on the fluffy side with pretty good staying power too.
S - Yeasty and bready up front, some fruity esters, clovey spiciness and a touch of sugary sweetness.
T - Spicy cloves, Belgian yeastiness, cinnamon, pepper, a bit of wintergreen...very spicy overall. Mid level hop bitterness that blends into and perhaps fades behind the spices a bit. Bready and grainy malt base that I wish had a bit of a stronger impression overall.
M - Medium bodied with a big carbonation level that is fizzy and a bit foamy. Spice character is dominant and lingering with hop bitterness kicked in for good measure.
D - A pretty good beer overall. The spice level is a bit high for me (or is it just lacking fruitiness). Wish there was a bit more balance all around - needs more fruitiness and more of a malt base...but I'm just being critical. I'd have this again easily, but probably one in a session is enough.
02-18-2011 01:55:06 | More by portia99
3.98/5 rDev +2.8%
Got this when I grabbed KTG scratch tickets. 22oz bottle...
A: A very nice deep murky copper color with a fluffy 1 inch white head that fades at a decent rate. Very good.
S: I get some nice bready rye upfront with some earthy spices in the middle and a slight citrus on the backend. Ok.
T: A nice balance of flavors here. A nice citrus malt and bready rye upfront neither of which is too overpowering. A hint of piney spice in the middle with some earthiness on the back. Good.
M: Medium body with a little heavy carbonation feel. Clean dry finish.
D: This goes down very, VERY easy. I love the balance on this one. Very good.
All in all, there are few brews from Portsmouth that I've thought were good or great. This is now one of them. This is a very well blended beer in a style I had not gotten to try many brews from. Definitely worth a try if you like the style.
02-05-2011 07:12:37 | More by steve8robin
3.9/5 rDev +0.8%
Pours a dark honey color from the bomber. A thin off white head forms and seems to have some staying power. Good amount of lacing.
Smell is very bready, with some fruitiness from the yeast as well. Taste is similar. Initially there's a nice spiciness and a noticeable bitterness follows every sip. The breadiness in the nose lingers on the palate for quite a while.
This one has a very smooth mouthfeel, carbonation is perfect. A quite drinkable beer, I'll have no problem finishing this bottle. Overall a good tasting beer, albeit not terribly exciting.
01-26-2011 00:24:58 | More by dciBA
3.68/5 rDev -4.9%
Poured vigorously into a Portsmouth tulip glass. Golden / amber body with a huge off-white head that fades into a faint ring. Very toasty aroma. Doughy, some fruity esters, and some faint spicy earthiness in the aroma as well. Flavor follows the nose with a big doughy, sweet toffee malt backbone with some fruitiness. Body is characteristic of Portsmouth brews - medium body with enough carbonation to give a pleasant tingling on the tongue. Alcohol is present, but still remains drinkable.
01-22-2011 02:45:47 | More by muttyd
3.58/5 rDev -7.5%
Sampled at Pre-Sex
A: Pours a hazy orangish gold hue with a huge fizzy white head. Light retention with some spotty lace.
S: Aromas of light citrus, summer fruit, and bready yeast.
T: Caramel malt, doughy bread, citrus, yeasty, and light herbal hops.
M: Medium in body above average carbonation.
D: Just okay, not one I would seek out.
03-24-2010 22:11:48 | More by tpd975
4/5 rDev +3.4%
Appearance: 2 inch head, clear, golden brown in color, cloudy
Smell: berry and toasted malt
Taste: berry, little hay, some toasted malt
Mouthfeel: sweet, dry, moderate bodied and carbonation
Drinkability: Nice and fruity for the style..a bit on the sweet end. Love this especially for the style, I picked up a bottle to go.
02-18-2010 14:35:33 | More by tigg924
4/5 rDev +3.4%
Poured into a pint glass it came to me with a two finger white head that wasted away to a nice lace. The body of the brew was an apricot orange in color.
I got typical aromas from the Belgian yeast plus I also had some wonderful spices. The flavor was slightly towards the sweet side with a light bitter finish. It had a light to medium feel in my mouth with good carbonation.
I enjoy this brew and always grab a few while its on tap
01-30-2010 15:44:20 | More by joepais
Portsmouth Bière De Garde from Portsmouth Brewery
86 out of 100 based on 37 ratings.

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According to Brian O'Connor, Detroit News Finance Editor, the wood paneling that adorns some of the walls at Scripps home in the historic Indian Village real estate market of Detroit looks a lot like the paneling inside the News headquarters. That makes sense, since the News building and Indian Village homes were built at the same time.
But whereas the News has been able to hang on despite the newspaper business downturn, the former Scripps home is in foreclosure, another symbol of Detroit's slide.
Now, for $195,000, a buyer can own the 12,000-square-foot home at 2535 Iroquois Street that has for a century stood as a stately reminder why Detroit of the Gilded Age was once called "The Paris of the West."
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THE launch of the Vale of Evesham's first AsparaWriting Festival gives the opportunity to write a story to fit into the crime genre.
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"Ten professional writers will lead workshops to help aspiring authors, as well as giving talks."
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4/5 rDev +3.4%
08-26-2013 12:37:32 | More by jmarsh123
4/5 rDev +3.4%
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3.75/5 rDev -3.1%
06-12-2013 02:41:24 | More by brewdog444
3.74/5 rDev -3.4%
Indians is the latest beer release of the inception series released 5/19/13 at the brewery only. Per the label: Ale brewed with rose hips and hibiscus aged in wine barrels with cherry juice. A saison from the wild west. Hibiscus, rose hips, and cherry juice blend to create a garnet color with a funky tartness on the acidic side that highlights cherry and apple-like flavors. Finishes nicely dry.
A - Pours a ruby reddish color with good size foam head and a decent amount of carbonation. Head fades quickly to few tiny bubbles.
S - Moderately tart cherries, little bit of funk, some green apple as well.
T - Mild cherry wave right up front with just a touch or tartness from the barrel. Also some granny smith apple like flavors as well. Finish is clean and semi dry.
M - Thin and moderately dry.
O - Interesting funky twist on this saison. Was hoping for a bit more complexity. At times it seems as if I'm drinking a tart cherry Kool-Aid with a bit of alcohol or a rose wine without the sweetness. Hopefully some age on this one will improve things.
05-25-2013 02:09:40 | More by pigc
Inception Series #07 - Indians from Nebraska Brewing Company
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Top 5 defensive tackle tandems in the NFL
1. Ndamukong Suh and Nick Fairley, Detroit Lions: Even if you disagree, it's hard to argue that the Lions don't have the NFL's best pass-rushing interior tandem.5. Henry Melton and Stephen Paea, Chicago Bears: Paea still has room to grow; you get a sense he doesn't use his incredible strength just yet. Melton emerged as one of the NFL's best interior pass rushers.
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While we're on the subject of defensive linemen, of all the positions in the NFL, the Minnesota Vikings have perhaps the NFL's most proud history at that position. With Hall of Famers like Allan Page and John Randle who both make a good case for the "greatest of all-time" title, it's hard to argue otherwise. Allen Page is probably the best DT there has ever been. He's the only defensive lineman to have been the NFL MVP. John Randle is my all-time favorite DT and perhaps the greatest pass-rushing DT of all-time, arguably even better than Allan Page.
As for the best defensive tackle duos of all-time, Gary Larsen and Allen Page have my vote. I also believe Pat Williams and Kevin Williams make a strong case as the best duo of the 21st century. I really believe the Vikings can reclaim the tittle they had a few years ago.
People want to act like Floyd was a top 5 pick, but he wasn't, he was picked 23, the third DT taken. I think we need to lower our expectations a little bit.
Let's wait a bit an dsee.
1. Just because they both play the 3-technique the best does not mean they can't play any other position.
2. Just because a DT doesn't fit the 330+ pound criteria doesn't mean he can't be a force against the run. There's other way to beat double teams than with just power.
3. Let's say Floyd and Williams start. I'm fine with giving up a little edge against the running back if it gives us an edge against the QB.
3a. This is a QB league.
3b. Minnesota as a team is designed to score early and play prevent defense. That was at least the recipe last year. This makes for far more pass-rushing situation.
3c. The Vikings play in an extremely pass-happy division.
1. Floyd was projected to go in the top 5 by many highly respected experts. Mayock for example had him gone at number 3 to the Raiders.
2. I don't really care what other people say. Watch film on Floyd and then tell me number 23 was a fair spot for him to be drafted!
2. Just because a DT doesn't fit the 330+ pound criteria doesn't mean he can't be a force against the run. There's other way to beat double teams than with just power.
3. Let's say Floyd and Williams start. I'm fine with giving up a little edge against the running back if it gives us an edge against the QB.
3a. This is a QB league.3b. Minnesota as a team is designed to score early and play prevent defense. That was at least the recipe last year. This makes for far more pass-rushing situation.
I don't base my evaluation on where a guy is drafted. Scouts and GM's make mistakes all the time (e.g. Tom Brady in the sixth round).
1. Floyd was projected to go in the top 5 by many highly respected experts. Mayock for example had him gone at number 3 to the Raiders.
2. I don't really care what other people say. Watch film on Floyd and then tell me number 23 was a fair spot for him to be drafted!
Normally, I think you make intelligent comments and I like reading your posts, i_bleed_purple,
This time, however, well... I digress.
1. I practically asked only one question: what makes you apparently so sure that both Sharrif Floyd and Kevin Williams can't play the majority of the snaps together? You didn't really answer that throughout your whole post. I'm just curious of what you see from Kevin Williams and Sharrif Floyd that is so obvious that I'm missing it. That's all!
You don't have to go all-out commenting all my points. Don't get me wrong here, I always like to hear others' point of views, but those were just my point of views, not questions. I would have liked that you answered what I actually questioned if you were to reply at all.
2. What are you talking about!? The point of the nose tackle is to take on double-teams. Wow, if you really think the NT goes one-on-one against the center all the time then you are really far behind on this subject. Thus, I'll stay away from commenting more on this.
3. You're saying "we have played relatively poorly against the run" is totally bogus! And we're not even talking about opinion here, but actual facts. As far as I can recall, the Vikings have been among the top run-stoppers for the last 10 years. It's a statistical fact that the Vikings were a top 10 run-stopping team last year, even with a downgrade at DT. Again, you are wrong.
The ironic thing is that your bringing up scrambling QB's as another point. First of all, a running QB versus a conventional inside hand-off are two very different situations for a DT. Many QB's we play get room to step up in the middle because our DT's do not get good penetration. How will a slow fat DT help with that when you can have Floyd there instead who is superb at penetrating the line? Using fast QB's as your case is just shooting yourself in the foot.
3. I guess (and hope) you're trying to be funny when saying "stick 4 DEs out there at all times?", but at this point there's not even worth having an intelligent discussion if you're intending to make such irrelevant remark that clearly are meant to spoof rather than contribute to the discussion.
3b. Sorry, I went a little ahead of myself here! I said that the Vikings score early which is not really my point. My point is (ironically) that the Vikings score slowly. In other words, our philosophy is the run-game. We are not a high-scoring offense, instead we rely on wearing down the opponent's defense while our defense prevent the opposing team from reaching the end-zone.
.. But back to what you said: "we often didn't come out early and score". I remember otherwise. I don't have the statistics so I might be wrong, but it seemed that the Vikings took the lead early last season. Find the stats and I'll eat my words of course. I could look it up myself, but I'm a bit lazy today, plus I feel bad for putting you on blast so much already.
As for brining up the Readskins game, that was also the only game last year I remember where our defense really struggled against the run. I actually was shocked over how our unit played in that game, which brings me to my point: Bringing up one bad day and disregarding 10 other good days is not a reasonable process of thought. Everyone has a bad day!
I don't crown Floyd anything! I simply envision how his play most likely will translate to the NFL.
I commented on jmcdon00's post because he basically said we need to lower our expectations based on where a player was drafted. Which, in my opinion, is a ridiculous reason. Why lower my opinion based on a draft selection order when I can personally form my own opinion from actually researching the player myself. So many fans are blinded by shallow facts. Is it because of laziness... I don't know. I don't care if Floyd was the first player drafted (which was a good possibility) and there's always players who fall in the draft. Everyone should take such things with a grain of salt and do some research themselves if they want to express their opinion.
You bring up Sharrif Floyd's college stats, but I've yet to hear one single comment on how he perform on the field. Again, you're arguing against yourself because a nose tackle is the ultimate example of how you can't judge a player based of his statistics.
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I almost went with Williams and Dareus but stuck with Atkins and my boy Peko. And not because I'm a closet Bengals fan either. Anyone who appreciates two bigs working together in the middle will grab ahold of those two in an instant and give them your vote.
Those two up in there in Bills country are a close second.
As to the whole Vikings discussion. Look fellas, you don't have to weigh 587 lbs to be a warpig. A warpig is a guy who can get in there, demand a double and beat it more times than not either at the 1 or the 3 tech.
The reason why our current candidate to carry the title of "Warpig" slipped in this draft has nothing to do with his piggedness. It had everything to do with what his coaching staff did to him by playing him all over the line.
Sharrif Floyd, DT, Florida, NFL Draft - CBSSports.com - NFLDraftScout.com
For the Vikings, this was a good thing because I think some of the staffs that needed DT's were a bit confused in how to grade the kid out.
In the end, you don't get that many tackles for loss (playing in the middle) if you can't beat a double team
I think that over the first quarter of the season you will see him in rotation duty behind K-dubb, but as the season goes on I think you wills see that he is played at both the 3 and the 1 tech and he will do good in both places.
Maybe he won't have the "Glaring Stats" that most of you will look for to give him a passing grade for the year, but for those that love to watch that position, I think he is going to be damn fun to watch especially with the likes of Ballard and Guion next to him as the season wears on and with K-dubb if they can keep him fresh.
I for one can't wait to see the following front four strap it on and bow up......
RDE Griff 3 Tech Ballard 1 Tech Shariff LDE Rob
Throw this one in as the second most wanted to see for me....
RDE JA 3 Tech Guion 1 Tech Shariff (flip flop your 1 and 3 pre-snap) LDE Griff
I think it will take a few games for Guion, Ballard and Shariff to get it all together but those three in the middle are going to be fun to watch for years to come my friends.Many many thanks to my talented friend Jos for the new Sig.
07-05-2013, 10:21 PM #9Why must you defend everything this FO does....to the point of making your self look like a yes man.
I am surprised you left the combo of Henry Thomas and Keith Millard off your list. They were hell on wheels.
I still say the 1989 defensive line was the best overall we ever had and was one of the best in the history of the NFL.
Chris Doleman- 21 sacks
Al Noga- 11.5 Sacks
Kieth Millard-18 Sacks as a DT
Henry Thomas- 9 sacks as a DT
And while Hardware Hank ONLY had 9 sacks, he was a beast, routinely taking two OL out of the equation and allowing the other 3 to get their numbers. 71 sacks by the defense in 1 year.


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Curious about the newer model? Check out the 2014 Ford Flex
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KBB Expert Rating: 7.8
The 2011 Flex is Ford's answer to rivals such as the GMC Acadia and Honda Pilot. Designed to carry seven passengers, yet achieve the same kind of fuel economy as a mid-size sedan, the Flex is part of a growing trend away from V8-powered leviathans and toward more space efficient vehicles, particularly when towing is not a high priority. If all you need is room for the family, a minivan or mid-size SUV could certainly do the trick, but neither have the cutting-edge cool the square-as-a-shoebox Flex seems to ooze. You might even have to wrestle your teenagers for driving privileges – and why not? With room for lots of their friends, an optional built-in refrigerator and the technology-friendly SYNC audio system, the Flex can easily transform itself from family transport to Friday-night cruiser with just a turn of the ignition.
If you've outgrown the need for your minivan, or you're just getting to the point where you think you might need one, the 2011 Ford Flex offers much of the same versatility in a package you'll be proud to show off to friends and co-workers.
If you need a vehicle that can tow more than 4,500 pounds, the Ford Flex takes a back seat to its larger, V8-powered siblings, the Explorer and Expedition. Functionally, the Flex's third-row seat is not as roomy or easy to access as that of the Chevrolet Traverse.
For 2011, a new Titanium trim on the Ford Flex joins the SE, SEL and Limited. The Titanium is easily identified by its blacked out tail lamps, black chrome grille, black roof, black mirror caps, unique interior and 20-inch painted luster nickel wheels. Other 2011 Edge improvements include the addition of HD radio to the optional navigation package, and an available power folding third-row seat with reversible tailgate feature that allows the seat to face outward from the rear hatch.
Driving Impressions The Flex's ability to maneuver through tight turns is matched only by its well-mannered ride and hushed interior. Despite its boxy SUV appearance, the Flex is surprisingly nimble, providing quick...turn-in response with little sway or body roll. At highway speeds, the Flex slices through the air impervious to the commotion its boxy shape should be causing. A generous helping of laminated glass keeps wind and road noise at bay, and the superb front seats never left us feeling fatigued or unsupported. Running the Flex through a few simulated emergency maneuvers proved Ford's AdvanceTrac stability and traction control system more than capable of keeping the Flex under control, and although we were not able to test it, the optional all-wheel drive is sure to add peace of mind when encountering slippery road conditions.
Rear-Console Refrigerator
The ideal option for long trips with the kids, the Ford Flex's rear-console refrigerator can hold up to seven 12-ounce cans. And, with a low of 23-degrees Fahrenheit, it can double as a mini ice cream cart.
SYNC Communications System
One of the best audio options in the industry, Ford's SYNC communications system features a voice-activated command center that can access music from an attached MP3 player, pick up and place calls from a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone and even speak incoming text messages.
The interior is where the 2011 Ford Flex really shines over the competition. From its innovative features, including an available center-console refrigerator and massive four-panel Vista skylight, to the high-quality look and feel of its interior parts, the Flex excites the senses. Ford's extensive use of interior lighting adds a rich ambience at night and is complemented by such lavish details as the diamond sew pattern on the Limited trim's leather seats. Accommodations for front and second-row passengers are quite generous, but the third-row seat is short on legroom and the second and third-row seatbacks are a bit low, requiring taller passengers to fully extend the head restraints. Available power-adjustable pedals help any size driver feel comfortable behind the wheel. And, when not carrying human cargo, the Flex's front-passenger, second and third-row seats can be folded flat to create a massive level load floor.Exterior
The Flex's modern exterior strikes a chord with so many people because it seems both familiar and new at the same time. The parallel groves running down its sides are a variation on the old wood-paneled wagons of the 60s and 70s, a design element that works in conjunction with the aluminum-plated rear hatch and optional contrasting roof paint. You can see subtle hints of Scion xB and MINI Cooper in the Flex's reflection, yet its boxy, upright sides and bold front end are pure Ford. The large wheels and low ground clearance may not be well-suited for off-road adventures, but they combine to give the Flex a very agreeable driving experience – and a just plain cool look.
The Flex comes in four trim levels: SE, SEL, Titanium and Limited. Standard equipment includes Ford's keypad keyless entry, a six-way power driver's seat, tilt/telescopic steering wheel, Reverse Sensing System, fog lamps, Easy Fuel capless fuel system, front and rear air conditioning, an MP3-compatible CD player and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls for cruise control and audio. Moving up to the top-of-the-line Limited and Titanium trims brings heated front seats, a 10-way power driver's seat with memory, Sony Premium audio with Ford SYNC communications system, voice-activated navigation, leather interior, a power rear liftgate, power folding third-row seat, dual-zone automatic climate control and 19-inch polished aluminum wheels (20-inch on the Titanium trim). Standard safety equipment on all models includes three-row side-curtain airbags and AdvanceTrac electronic stability and traction control with Roll Stability Control.
Options for the Ford Flex vary by trim and include a 355-horsepower EcoBoost V6 (SEL and Limited), rear backup camera, power rear liftgate, heated second-row seats with power Autofold mode, second-row captain's-chair seating with rear-console refrigerator, four-panel Vista roof, all-wheel drive, a contrasting painted top, remote start, a rear-seat DVD entertainment system and Park Assist active parallel parking aid.
Ford currently offers two powertrain options for the Flex. The standard engine on all trims is a 3.5-liter V6 engine with variable valve timing attached to a six-speed automatic transmission. The smooth and efficient V6 generates a respectable 262 horsepower and 248 pound-feet of torque – not the best in class but certainly far from being tagged as anemic. Fuel economy, on the other hand, is near the top of its class, with an estimated 17 miles per gallon city and 24 highway. All-wheel-drive models earn slightly lower estimates. Optional on SEL, Titanium and Limited trims is the EcoBoost V6, which mates the 3.5-liter engine with gasoline direct injection and twin turbochargers to produce an impressive 355 horsepower. Ford claims the EcoBoost engine delivers V8-like performance with V6-like fuel economy, though at 16/21 mpg, the claim seems like a bit of a stretch. Flex's equipped with EcoBoost also feature all-wheel drive as standard equipment.
3.5-liter V6
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350 lb.-ft. of torque @ 1500-5250 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/21
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By autoshop mama on Friday, August 15, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 72,000overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "easy and fun to drive, peppy engine"
Cons: "fuel economy"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"Its wonderful, dives like a car, but holds cargo like a minivan. We used to own a minivan and needed something we could tow with and the flex was perfect. The kids can get in and out easily even from the third row. The fuel economy is not impressive (i have heard it got better in later years). I would buy it all over again! Engine is peppy and towing does not make it feel under powered."
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By shelley on Tuesday, August 05, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 60,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "comfort and safety"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"This car is the best car I have ever owned. It is roomy and very comfortable. It handles amazingly in the Ohio winters.It is pretty and handles like a dream!"
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By Bo on Sunday, August 03, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 95,000overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "Comfort and safety and room to spare."
Cons: "No cons"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"This is the best car I've owned and I've owned 13 new Mercedes and better. Rides like a luxury car, lots of room ... videos for my grandkids... decent mileage... great look... plenty of leg and head room... nav system works well... music is like a concert hall... love this car."
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By Flex LuvR on Monday, July 28, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 60,000overall rating 9 of 10rating details
Pros: "Fun to drive, great looking, family friendly"
Cons: "Center console is smaller, 3rd row up = less trunk"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I love my 2011 Ford Flex. It has approximately 60k miles on it and is a great vehicle. It is very reliable and comfortable, I'd love to drive it across the country if gas prices would go down. It gets 17 city/24 highway. Its been a great vehicle for my small family (my husband, my 2 year old and myself) but really comes in hand when we have others joining us. It has a 3rd row option that I can lay down and use as a HUGE trunk. It fits all of our baby stuff and she is entertained on long drives watching her Mickey Mouse Clubhouse on the DVD system. It has a great stock sound system as well when I feel like bumping in my Flex. Ford has really stepped up their game with this vehicle. It beats owning a Minivan and has outdone any wagon on the market. My flex handles very well on both city streets and California highways. Its a smooth ride unlike most SUVs and trucks. If you are thinking of buying a Ford Flex I would say definitely do it. Its my favorite vehicle I've owned by far!"
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By flexy on Thursday, July 24, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 45,000overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Pros: "lots of room, great ride and love to drive"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I have owed this vehicle for 5 years and still am in love with it. We use it a lot to travel. Very comfortable and lots of room. I even lay the back seats down and climb in the back to sleep. Everyone that gets in it loves it. From my friends in their early 40's to my elder grandfather whom is 83."
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By audit5050 on Thursday, July 24, 2014
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 37,700overall rating 10 of 10rating details
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"I have put over 37k on this car in 19 months. I drive the 20" tires (Eagle RS-As) off this thing for the daily commute and for family vacations. It keeps the young 'un occupied with the built in DVDs, satellite radio, and spacious interior to keep all the stuff within reach. It has all the performance most will ever need with the 355hp EB and AWD. Gets 17-19 on daily commute and will see 21-23 on the long trips depending on the speed. Funny, it gets better mileage closer to 80 than 70-must be where the power curve is most efficient. Taken myself, my wife, my 8 year old, wife's sister and husband and daugher in an infant seat more than 200 miles for a funeral in the snow and no complaints for room or temperature with dual zone climate control. Been dead nuts reliable except for a sheet metal screw in a tire during the polar vortex. Did not get the MyFord Touch in it but enjoy the Sync set up for the iPod or iPhone. With 12 and 120 volt power outlets you can power or recharge anything. I've driven Fords since 1986 and this is one that I recommend over and over and is my favorite of all."
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Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang is a business hotel and recreational club set on 6.8 acres of landscaped land in the prime area of Subang Jaya. Just 25 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur, 8 kilometres from the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and 45 kilometres from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang is thus conveniently accessible to the discerning business travellers.
Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang started as a recreation club in 1987 and expanded into a deluxe 5-star hotel in 1989. It is situated just minutes away from major shopping complexes like Sunway Pyramid, Subang Parade and The Summit, which feature international retail and entertainment outlets. To add to your enjoyment, it is also ideally situated 10 minutes away from Sunway Lagoon, Malaysia's premier water theme-park.
Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang offers 383 spacious guestrooms ranging from deluxe rooms, Executive Suites to Residential Suites and Prima Floor Rooms, 10 food and beverage outlets, 18 convention and meeting facilities including three ballrooms and a comprehensive range of sports and recreational facilities.
All guestrooms have individually controlled air-conditioning, colour television with selected ASTRO channels, alarm clock, piped-in music, international direct dial telephone system, broadband internet access, minibar, electronic safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Other room features are separate shower and bath, a hair-dryer and a telephone.
Always striving to maximize their guests' pleasure, a major refurbishment totaling more than RM25million has been planned for Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang. The first stage of refurbishment includes major upgrade of guest rooms, new hot water system, air-conditioning and brand-new elevators. Currently, six floors of refurbished have been completed.
Determined to remain as your preferred choice, the new interiors are inspired by timeless retro classics and accentuated by warm earth tones. This mood provides a trendy and contemporary experience to all guests.
The Business Centre at Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang is manned by two full-time coordinators. Located on Level 3, the centre houses two conference rooms, a lounge area, two private computer rooms, private cubicles for reading purposes and a library with reference materials, journals, newspapers and magazine. Secretarial services from faxing, typing, courier service, airline reservation and confirmation, etc are all carried out by the efficient staff.
For dining, Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang's 24-hour coffeehouse, Palm Terrace Coffeehouse, offers an endless array of buffets from breakfast to supper and ala carte menu featuring local, Western and Continental fare.
For Chinese and Japanese cuisine, The Inn of Four Seasons Chinese Restaurant serves the best of both worlds. Now you can sample authentic Japanese delicacies masterfully prepared by Chef Takashi at The Inn of Four Seasons Chinese Restaurant. Titillate your palate with various type of sashimi & sushi, Teppanyaki specialties, Sukiyaki and Shabu-shabu, just to name a few. If you like Chinese cuisine too, be tempted by Chef San's specialties like Oven-baked Rack of Lamb with Black Pepper Sauce, Crispy Boneless Duck served with Mixed Fruits Salad, Steamed Scallop Medallions on Glass Noodles stir-fried with Black bean Sauce, Stir-fried Marinated Chicken with Basil in Claypot and many more.
Dim Sum lovers do not miss our Dim Sum Treats at The Inn of Four Seasons Chinese Restaurant. Take your pick from our dim sum trolley and fire up your appetite as you indulge in the enormous repertoire of exquisite Dim Sum. It can accommodate 250 people with 5 private rooms available for 10 to 20 persons for discreet dining. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner and has a dim sum buffet on weekends and Public Holidays.
CIBO Ristorante Italiano offers authentic Italian cuisine and an excellent wine list. The restaurant boasts views of a scenic garden and seats 60 persons. It is open for dinner only with light entertainment provided by our in-house musicians. On Fridays, partake in our Italian Semi-Gourmet Buffet Dinner where you can help yourself to appetizers and desserts and select your main course from the special menu.
For a more relaxed, casual atmosphere, laze around at the Poolside Café. It is open from 10.00am to 10.00pm daily and stocks refreshing beverages, snacks and typical poolside favourites like burgers, Fish & Chips and local delights. Alternatively, dine under the stars with its BBQ Buffet Dinner on Saturdays.
For some live entertainment, La Vida Lounge swings its door open to a daily jamboree. Located on Level 3, La Vida represents a celebration of life in all its vibrancy and grandeur with live band and music machine. Our in-house band performs on Mondays to Saturdays and it is closed on Sundays.
Exercise your vocal cords at Lifestyles Karaoke, which is situated adjacent to La Vida Lounge. Guests may choose to sing at the spacious lounge with a giant screen or sing their hearts out at either one of the two private rooms known as 'Studio 1' and 'Studio 2'. Song titles range from oldies, evergreens to current favourites and you can sing in English, Malay, Hokkien, Cantonese and even Japanese. The Karaoke Lounge is able to accommodate 120 persons and is ideal for private functions.
The Lobby Lounge which operates from 10.00am to 1.00am serves a vast variety of specialty coffees and teas. It is a suitable place for a tete-a-tete, meetings or just to enjoy the piping hot coffee/tea. Light snacks such as sandwiches, scones and cakes are also served. Also enjoy soothing melodies from our in-house pianist.
Little Cuba is an exclusive wine den located on Level 3. It houses an extensive range of wines from around the globe. If wine doesn't tickle your fancy, Little Cuba serves a variety of freshly brewed specialty coffees and teas. Little Cuba is open daily from 5.00pm to 1.00am.
For convention facilities, Holiday Villa Hotel & Subang offers one of the most flexible and accommodating spaces. Its luxurious Boardroom and Ivory Rooms 1 to 12 are ideal for any functions with seating capacities from 20 to more than 150.
The Victorian Ballroom which overlooks a scenic lake can accommodate up to 350 people (banquet setting). Diners will have the pleasure of gazing at unique frescoes on the ceilings done in the style of Michael Angelo.
Victorian 2, dressed in exactly the same style, is an annexe room, which acts as a cocktail or pre-dinner drinks area with its own entrance. A lovely courtyard garden boasting authentic Italian marble sculptures surrounds the ballroom.
The Classics Ballroom with its wooden panelling and solid chandeliers is ideal for medium sized meetings. It can accommodate up to 500 guests (theatre setting). The Classics 2 located adjacent to the Ballroom acts as a Secretariat quite comfortably. The Vintage Ballroom, by far the largest ballroom, is versatile and accommodates up to 1000 persons (banquet setting).
Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang's recreation centre offers a host of sports, games and recreational facilities to its guests and club members. The pool area comprises five swimming pools including an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a children's pool, a learner's pool, a toddler's pool and an open air Jacuzzi. Other facilities include two steam baths, a fully equipped gymnasium, a 10-lane bowling alley, a snooker room, music rooms and a Children's Play Room.
To release tension and sooth those aching muscles, visit Amoaras Relaxation Spa, a centre offering a wide range of traditional Balinese treatments and spa therapies amidst a serene garden setting.
Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang is owned by a public listed company, IJM Land. Management services are provided by Holiday Villa Hotels & Resorts (formerly known as Antara Hotels & Resorts), a leading Malaysian hotel management company.
For reservations and enquiries, please contact Holiday Villa Hotel & Suites Subang at Tel: 03-5633 8788 or Fax: 03-56337449 or E-mail: firstname.lastname@example.com or visit our homepage at www.holidayvillasubang.com.my or contact the Kuala Lumpur Corporate Office at Tel: 03-21622922 or fax: 03-21622937 or E-mail: email@example.com or visit homepage: http://www.holidayvillahotels.com.


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Montana State University Billings received a $45,140 grant to support child care services for low-income students.
The awards are funded under the Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program for four years. MSU-Billings determines eligibility through the financial aid office. About 16 to 20 students can get full child care costs at the college's child enrichment center covered for each semester.
"We look back at our data of students who received the CCAMPIS award," said Dr. Stacy Klippenstein, MSU-Billings vice chancellor for student affairs. "It's amazing how many of them were able to be successful and graduate from the institution. And that's what we want. These are the students who need the assistance to graduate and if we can provide it for them and they graduate for us and them."
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Thursday, Aug 11, 2011 5:05PM
With recent talk of rap veteran Tech N9ne claiming to have signed more breasts than Nicki Minaj, SOHH got newly signed Bad Boy Records artist Machine Gun Kelly to weigh in on the debate.
While some rappers take breasts signing light, MGK said he has a strict requirement for ladies to snatch his autograph.
"You have to be a Rager, anyone can sign boobs, but you have to be a true Rager," MGK told SOHH. "I don't sign, actually, it's pretty funny, I don't sign any boobs unless I'm signing the nipple. That's actually a rule I have. Nah, dead serious. You can ask my road manager. He tells all the girls, 'He's not going to sign your boobs, he's going to sign your nipple though. We push the limits. This is the Motley Crue of hip-hop. That's what's going on right now. Spread the word. We card, too. We don't sign any 15 year-old boobies. I'll sign [a poster] but not their nipples. This is for the 18 and over year olds." (SOHH)
Last week, Tech N9ne swore he has signed more breasts than Nicki Minaj.
"I think I sign way more t*tties than Nicki Minaj because I'm way more accessible," Tech explained in an interview. "I have meet-and-greets and sh*t. I don't know what she does. They probably hide her away. I have rapid fans. She has a lot of fans too. They wear pink wigs and sh*t. I'd sign her t*tties with my tongue. I think I've signed way more t*tties than Nicki Minaj though. I don't even know how many t*tties she's signed but I guarantee you I probably sign more." (XXL Mag)
In November, Minaj talked about how frequently she signs women's breasts.
"I have to have pink markers so I can sign lots of boobs," Minaj said in an interview when asked what some of her must-have's were. "Whether I perform or not, I always sign boobs. Girls actually throw their boobs at my face now. It's crazy. Like, yesterday when we were in Miami, last night, Baby and Mack Maine were just looking at me like, 'Is this for real?' Girls are jumping over, they don't even care. The security be like man handling them. I be feeling so bad but they're like, 'Sign my boobs!' and they're up there climbing on the banister and just pulling their boobs out. [laughs] The girls are rock stars. I do feel this is a rock star era." (Power 106 KMEL)
Minaj previously discussed her Barbie movement and the popularity of boob signings.
"I wish I could fricking remember the first boob that I signed. I don't know why I did it, but now I can't go anywhere and not do it. People come up to me wherever I am, girls, sexy girls, like, 'Can you sign my boob?' I mean, n*ggas in the club look at me like I'm a pimp. They like, Whaaat? Cause they be fly chicks. I don't know, but I do know it's a great thing." (The FADER)
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5 to Try: French Bistro at Home
For a super easy entrée, just rub a whole chicken with oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roast to perfection. For more French flavor, use the pan drippings to create the perfect sauce with herbs, cream, or even wine.
Recipe: Simple Roast Chicken
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Steak Frites with Shallot Pan Reduction
This dish is quite a step above your local Steak-Out fare. Serve sautéed sirloin steak with a shallot sauce and oven-baked potatoes for a hearty, comforting meal.
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Quick Coq au Vin
It's hard to beat this authentic French dish, which features juicy chicken thighs cooked in red wine with mushrooms, carrots, and bacon. Plus, our version takes just a fraction of the time usually required to prepare coq au vin!
Recipe: Quick Coq au Vin
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Rockport, MA — Jean Kindlund Hawkes, of Rockport, avid gardener, tennis player and champion of social causes, died Monday, June 24, at home after a brief illness. She was 90.
The wife of the late William S. Hawkes, she and her husband lived in Magnolia for 50 years, where they raised their four children. The couple moved to Rockport in 2001 and lived there for the remainder of their lives.
Born in Boston, Mass., on January 19, 1923, she was raised in both Cambridge and Scituate. After attending Scituate High School for three years, she graduated from Braintree's Thayer Academy, class of 1940. From Thayer, she attended Duke University for two years and then transferred to Connecticut College in New London, graduating in 1944.
After her college graduation, Mrs. Hawkes briefly worked for the Harvard Business School as a research associate. However, she found her true professional interest when she joined Filene's department store where she became the lead advertising copywriter and designer for the store's couture shop. In that role, Mrs. Hawkes also modeled clothes for the store's fashion events. Her most notable assignment was to model summer fashions on the first flight from Boston to Bermuda, which included such local dignitaries as the then Massachusetts governor and the mayor of Boston. She stopped working at Filene's before her first baby was born in 1950.
An admirer of all things beautiful, in addition to clothes, Mrs. Hawkes loved flowers. For both her Magnolia and Rockport homes, she spent most of the warm weather planting and maintaining her gardens and derived great pleasure doing all of the work herself, even right up to her illness. She was always physically active, with tennis as a driving interest in her life, not quitting until she was 86.
Mrs. Hawkes was also a social activist. As a younger woman, she was very involved in the Gloucester community, whether campaigning for local politicians or working on the drive in the 1960s to make Gloucester's West End an historic district. During the political conservatism of the 1950s and early 1960s, Mrs. Hawkes was a vocal opponent of the John Birch Society, an archconservative political advocacy group. Her interest in politics never waned when, even in her last days, she opined on the current Massachusetts senatorial race and the scandal concerning the administration's digital surveillance program. A breast cancer survivor from the early 1970s, Mrs. Hawkes also volunteered for the American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery Program, meeting with new breast cancer patients and modeling clothes flattering for women who had undergone the radical mastectomies typical of breast cancer treatment at that time.
She is survived by two sons and two daughters-in-law, Eric Hawkes and his wife, Deborah, of Coffs Harbor, Australia; Brett Hawkes and his wife, Pamela, of Rockport; two daughters and a son-in-law, Dana Hawkes of Gloucester; and Dale Seamans and her husband, Campbell, of Salem; and eight grandchildren, Zara and Adam Hawkes of Australia; Jed Hawkes of Seattle; Sabra Hawkes of San Diego; Ian and Eric Weist of Gloucester; Caroline Seamans of New York City; and Henry Seamans of Portland, Ore. She was predeceased by a son-in-law, Jerry Weist of Gloucester.
ARRANGEMENTS: A memorial service will be held on a date and time to be announced in this paper.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Civil Liberties Union by going to its website at www.aclu.org/donate/join-renew-give.
Arrangements are by the Burgess & Mackey Funeral Home, 201 Main St., Rockport, MA. Online condolences may be given at www.burgessandmackey.com.


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Adrien Broner, Andre Berto, and Lucas Matthysse return on Showtime, while Carl Frampton seeks his first world title this week.
Zou Shiming, Guillermo Rigondeaux, and the rest of Saturday's favorites won easily in Macau.
Zou Shiming and Guillermo Rigondeaux headline this morning in Macau, and BLH will have live coverage of the card.
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Gilberto Ramirez faces Giovanni Lorenzo in this week's FNF main event, with Jesse Hart and Egor Mekhontsev also in action.
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Murray earned the all-region honor for the first time in her career, while Gallo has now been selected for the third-straight year. After garnering second-team honors in her first two years at Springfield, this is Gallo's first appearance on the first team.
Gallo, who hails from Westfield, Mass., had one of the finest offensive seasons in program history, producing a team-best 39 points off 16 goals and seven assists. Throughout the year, the junior had five games with at least two goals, including three hat tricks. Earlier this season, she earned her third-straight New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) All-Conference honor.
Murray anchored Springfield's defense throughout the season to earn all-region honors. A native of Killingworth, Conn. Murray tallied a pair of defensive saves this season to go along with two goal and two assists on the offensive side of the ball. Her leadership on the field played a major role in Springfield reaching the conference championship game for the first time since 2009.
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Fichthorn Breaks Record in Victory
Saturday, September 1, 2007
Buies Creek, NC- The Salem College Cross-Country Team traveled Saturday to compete in the 2007 Campbell University Cross-Country Meet. The Salem College lady harriers won the 4K race by defeating Peace College. Campbell University won the University Division by defeating Longwood, UNC Wilmington and UNC Greensboro.
Salem College was led by Rachel Fichthorn (Nokesville, VA) as she won the College Division race in a time of 16:12, a new Salem College cross-country record by 43 seconds. In the overall standings (Division I Universities included), Fichthorn placed 11th overall, beating 22 Division I harriers. The junior captain improved by 43 seconds from her 2006 time on the same course. "I was very proud to see Rachel mixing it up with all those Division I runners. She moved up steadily during mile two to break into the top ten near the end of the race. This is a great beginning to Rachel's junior year, and it's a tribute to all her hard work from the summer."-Coach Widner
Julie Piernikowski (Potomac, MD) started her collegiate career off by placing second overall in a time of 18:42. "Julie ran strong throughout the race and looked good in her first race."- Coach Widner
Sophomore harrier Lauren Meek (Draper, VA) placed 4th (19:55) along with Ariel Barker (Monroe, NC), who placed 5th (22:05). Anna Nieboer (St. Cloud, FL) placed 7th (24:56) and Nicole Wachter (Sunrise, FL) placed 8th (28:33) in their first collegiate action.
"I'm very proud of my team. They all battled to the best of their abilities today and that's all a coach can ask for. I look forward to the rest of the season as the student-athletes will all improve."- Coach Widner
The Salem College Cross-Country Team will return to action next Saturday as they travel to Lexington, Virginia to compete in the General Invitational at Washington & Lee University.


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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Ś The more Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan watched his team play, the more he realized one thing:
ōWe needed a rebuild from the ground up,ö Khan said.
So the Jaguars fired coach Mike Mularkey on Thursday after just one season, the worst in franchise history. The move came 10 days after Khan fired general manager Gene Smith.
Khan also introduced new GM David Caldwell on Thursday, and by parting ways with Mularkey, gave him a clean slate heading into 2013.
ōI bring a track record of success,ö Caldwell said. ōIÆve never endured a sustainable losing team.ö
But maybe the biggest nugget came when Caldwell said New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow is not in the teamÆs plans.
ōI canÆt imagine a scenario where he will be a Jacksonville Jaguar.ö Caldwell said.
Mularkey, who went 2-14 this season, became the eighth head coach fired since the end of the regular season. He looked like he would be one and done when owner Shad Khan parted ways with general manager Gene Smith last week and gave MularkeyÆs assistants permission to seek other jobs. Even though Khan ultimately hired Mularkey, Smith directed the coaching search last January that started and ended with the former Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator.
ōMike Mularkey is leaving our organization with my utmost respect,ö Khan said. ōMike gave the Jaguars everything he had on and off the field, and his efforts as our head coach will always be appreciated.ö
MularkeyÆs brief tenure Ś he didnÆt even last a year Ś was filled with mistakes. His biggest one may have been his loyalty to Smith, who assembled a roster that lacked talent on both sides of the ball.
Mularkey probably stuck with SmithÆs franchise quarterback, Blaine Gabbert, longer than he should have. And the coachÆs insistence that the team was closer than outsiders thought and his strong stance that he had the roster to turn things around became comical as the losses mounted. The Jaguars lost eight games by at least 16 points, a staggering number of lopsided losses in a parity-filled league.
Mularkey would have been better served had he said publicly what he voiced privately: that the Jaguars didnÆt have enough playmakers or a starting-caliber quarterback.
Instead, he never conceded that Jacksonville was a rebuilding project that needed time.
Researchers: NFLÆs Seau had brain disease
When he ended his life last year by shooting himself in the chest, Junior Seau had a degenerative brain disease often linked with repeated blows to the head.
Researchers from the National Institutes of Health said Thursday the former NFL starÆs abnormalities are consistent with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE.
The hard-hitting linebacker played for 20 NFL seasons with San Diego, Miami and New England before retiring in 2009. He died at age 43 of a self-inflicted gunshot in May, and his family requested the analysis of his brain.
ōWe saw changes in his behavior and things that didnÆt add up with him,ö his ex-wife, Gina, told The Associated Press. ōBut (CTE) was not something we considered or even were aware of. But pretty immediately (after the suicide) doctors were trying to get their hands on JuniorÆs brain to examine it.ö
The NIH, based in Bethesda, Md., studied three unidentified brains, one of which was SeauÆs, and said the findings on Seau were similar to autopsies of people ōwith exposure to repetitive head injuries.ö
ōIt was important to us to get to the bottom of this, the truth,ö Gina Seau added, ōand now that it has been conclusively determined from every expert that he had obviously had CTE, we just hope it is taken more seriously. You canÆt deny it exists, and it is hard to deny there is a link between head trauma and CTE. ThereÆs such strong evidence correlating head trauma and collisions and CTE.ö
In the final years of his life, Seau had wild behavioral swings, according to Gina and to 23-year-old son, Tyler, along with signs of irrationality, forgetfulness, insomnia and depression.
ōHe emotionally detached himself and would kind of `go awayÆ for a little bit,ö Tyler Seau said. ōAnd then the depression and things like that. It started to progressively get worse.ö
He hid it well in public, they said, but not when he was with family or close friends.
Seau joins a list of several dozen football players who were found to have CTE. Boston UniversityÆs center for study of the disease reported last month that 34 former pro players and nine who played only college football suffered from CTE.
The NFL faces lawsuits by thousands of former players who say the league withheld information on the harmful effects of concussions. According to an AP review of 175 lawsuits, 3,818 players have sued. At least 26 Hall of Famer members are among the players who have done so.
The National Football League, in an email to the AP, said: ōWe appreciate the Seau familyÆs cooperation with the National Institutes of Health. The finding underscores the recognized need for additional research to accelerate a fuller understanding of CTE.
ōThe NFL, both directly and in partnership with the NIH, Centers for Disease Control and other leading organizations, is committed to supporting a wide range of independent medical and scientific research that will both address CTE and promote the long-term health and safety of athletes at all levels.ö
NFL teams have given a $30 million research grant to the NIH.
Harbaugh sticking with Akers
SANTA CLARA, Calif. Ś David Akers is keeping his job as San FranciscoÆs starting kicker. For now, anyway.
Jim Harbaugh made the announcement after practice Thursday, two days ahead of the 49ersÆ NFC divisional playoff game against the Green Bay Packers (12-5) at Candlestick Park.
The 49ers signed Billy Cundiff on Jan. 1 to compete with Akers, a 15-year veteran who has struggled this season while making only 29 of 42 field-goal attempts. Akers revealed last week he underwent double hernia surgery last February.
Cundiff, who missed a potential tying 32-yarder that kept Baltimore and HarbaughÆs big brother, John, from reaching the Super Bowl last season, will remain on the roster.
Harbaugh said he isnÆt likely to be among the active players Saturday.
Jaguars not interesteed in Tebow
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Ś Tim Tebow wonÆt be playing for his hometown team.
The Jacksonville Jaguars made it clear Thursday that they have no plans to pursue the popular and polarizing New York Jets backup quarterback.
The Jets are likely to release the 2007 Heisman Trophy winner and Jacksonville native during the offseason, and many believed Tebow would land with the Jaguars. ESPN quoted a source who said it was a ōvirtual certaintyö that Tebow would play in Jacksonville in 2013.
But new general manager David Caldwell nixed that idea at his introductory news conference, saying, ōI canÆt imagine a scenario in which heÆll be a Jacksonville Jaguar Ś even if heÆs released.ö
Owner Shad Khan asked former GM Gene Smith to acquire Tebow last March, but the left-hander chose the Jets.


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November 20, 2012Wall Street Journal
DreamWorks Animation SKG Inc., DWA -5.21% after spending years developing specialized software used to make one of its most expensive movies ever, is giving it away free to competitors...
Many major animation studios use proprietary software to supplement a general 3-D animation system such as RenderMan or a rival called Maya, according to Maija Burnett, associate director of character animation at California Institute of the Arts. Animation studios, said Ms. Burnett, "are very deep into the technology side."
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November 20, 2012The Hollywood Reporter
Fresh from his Emmy nomination for Showtime's House of Lies -- in which he plays a cocksure management consultant with a wardrobe of custom Italian wool suits and Audemars Piguet timepieces -- Don Cheadle is living in a Hollywood moment uniquely his own creation. Having just wrapped his portion of Iron Man 3 in North Carolina, he's already back on the Sony lot filming the second season of House of Lies, which returns in January, and more than holds his own in Paramount's Flight. A veteran of sitcoms, TV dramas, action flicks, popcorn blockbusters, Soderbergh ensembles and Oscar-caliber message films, Cheadle is the consummate character actor who has become a star. Read Story
November 16, 2012Eater
The scene was a mix of art enthusiasts and food lovers last night at Bel Air Bar + Grill's friends and family reopening. Susan Disney Lord directed the renovation and reconceptualization of the space along with designers KFA and Weil Studio. The completely redone property now houses not only Bel Air Bar + Grill but also The Shack (a to-go sandwich and cafe operation), an office and banquet space for The Roy Disney Foundation, and an exceptional and rotating selection of art by students at CalArts. Read More
November 15, 2012Art:21 Blog
One of the things that strikes me now is the way that the whole town got behind the Athens International Film and Video Festival, which, as the name implies, features independent films and videos from around the globe. The Athena—Athens's only movie theater—screens short film programs for free during the day and affordable feature films at night. People drive in from miles around to attend screenings and participate in a huge community event centered on films that are not widely distributed. It was while living in Athens that I first saw films by Bruce Baillie, Pat O'Neill, and recent Calarts graduates Lee Ann Schmitt and Lee Lynch—works that were very personalized portraits of California landscapes. Read Full Story
November 15, 2012SlamxHype
On the back of Geoff McFetridge opening his latest exhibition entitled "Floating" at Cooper Cole, I thought it would be a great idea to sit down with the talented graphic designer. We discussed the reasons why McFetridge chose this path to how his work has evolved and grown since beginning, to his life in Los Angeles and what is next, not to mention talking about the body of works for "Floating". Read Interview
November 14, 2012Eyes In art
Allison Schulnik's paintings, sculptures, and clay animations show the same relish for gutsy, expressionistic, surreal forms in the "Ex•pose: Allison Schulnik" show (Feb. 24-28, 2013). Bright colors emerge through an overall dark palette, as paintings and clay animations alike take on the sense of an ever-morphing figure. Read Story
November 14, 2012Entertainment Weekly (EW.com)
Sometimes good things come in small packages — especially if you have the attention span of an 8-year-old hopped up on Gummi Bears. If anyone's been able to make kids sit still over the past 20 years, though, it's the computer-whiz confectioners at Pixar, whose string of hits — from 1995's Toy Story to 2012's Brave — have ushered in a second golden age of animation. Still, as any parent will tell you, little Billy or Susie can find Nemo only so many times before growing restless again. Thankfully, the good folks at Pixar have been salting away a stash of fresh, fun-size 'toons for their latest grab bag, Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 2 (2012, 1 hr., 15 mins., G). Read Story
November 14, 2012KCET
For the next in my series of interviews with artists and organizers as part of the SOCiAL: Art + People initiative, I sat down with Asuka Hisa, director of education at the Santa Monica Museum of Art, and LA-based artist Olga Koumoundouros to discuss their collaboration on a recent Wall Works project titled CART -- What Do We Need to Get By and How Do We Get There. This discussion is just one of three pairings between artists and curators for the Getty Museum's upcoming panel Do We Need Artists in Art Museums? on November 14th at 7pm. Other pairings include Mark Allen of Machine Project and Elizabeth Cline, formerly of the Hammer Museum; and Bob Sain, creator of LACMA Lab and Christoph Korner of GRAFT Architects. Read Interview
November 14, 2012Mashable Entertainment
Brave, the latest animated film from Disney and Pixar is now available on Blu-ray and DVD. You know what that means: Hidden gems! Read Story
November 14, 2012Los Angeles Times
Film distributor GKIDS aims to give sophisticated, indie works like 'A Cat in Paris' and 'Chico & Rita' a foothold in the difficult U.S. animation landscape.Eric Beckman, president of GKIDS, is climbing out of his office window to take in the skyline view from a narrow terrace 26 floors above Lower Manhattan. Inside, a staff of seven taps at computers in two rooms crammed with boxes of DVDs, film reels and posters of animated movies from France, Japan and the U.K. Read More


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Obituary: Leo Ray "Pop" Champion
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Leo Ray "Pop" Champion, 79, of Carolina Beach, NC peacefully went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, September 2, 2012 . Leo was born on November 15, 1932 in Indianapolis, IN. The son of the late Hardin Champion and Elsie.
He is preceded in death by a daughter Kathy.
Leo is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kay Honeycutt Champion, daughter, Julie R. Thompson (John), son, Dennis K. Champion, 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
Leo graduated from George Washington High School in 1950. He then joined the Army and spent time in Korea. He retired from Western Electric in Indianapolis, after 30 years as a pipefitter. He shared a lot of laughs, card games and naps while on the job. His friends from work called him "Champ" and the name was more than appropriate.
Leo and the love of his life Kay, just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on July 14, 2012. They shared a love that grew stronger every day.
Leo will be missed by many. Anyone who met Leo loved him. He was such an easy going man. He never got angry and always had something kind to say. If you met Pop, you loved him. Pop loved his family so much.
Visitation will be at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel September 4 from 6-8 pm and a memorial service will be Wednesday September 5th at 11am at Kure Beach First Baptist Church officiated by Pastor Brian Langley.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Valley Chapel Service


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While Cougar fans may still be agonizing over the loss to Colorado on Saturday, the team said Monday they are ready to put the sting behind them and move on to the next game.
What other option do they have?
Washington State gave up 21 points in the fourth quarter to Colorado, essentially handing the Buffaloes the win. Two days later, the team said the meltdown is a thing of the past.
"After [Sunday], I think that game has to be flushed, and I think it has been for everybody in the locker room," said quarterback Connor Halliday. "I think everybody is pretty excited."
"Emotions give you energy and you play better when you have all that energy in you," said defensive lineman Travis Long. "I think we kind of fell flat sometimes in the last game, and that was our issue. That's something we gotta practice."
The Cougars now go from playing arguably the worst team in the Pa-12, to possibly the best. They play Oregon on Saturday at CenturyLink Field in Seattle. The game, at 7:30 p.m. (PT), will be on ESPN2.


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