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It's been a long time coming -- 13 years, to be exact. And during that time, the Nashville Predators have bounced along from being a scrappy team with solid goaltending to, well, a scrappy team with solid goaltending. OK, truth be told, the Predators have actually evolved their identity quite a bit over their existence, but it took this version of the team to finally break through and advance to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
The team has taken on many faces over the years, though the hard-working mold put forward by Barry Trotz has never been broken. Today, they're in uncharted territory, but before the Predators set foot on second-round ice, let's take a look back at their playoff history.
It took six years, but the Predators finally made the Stanley Cup playoffs. Creeping in as the eighth seed (the same point total as the St. Louis Blues, but St. Louis won the tiebreaker), the Predators only featured one 20-goal scorer and had their work cut out for them against the powerhouse Detroit Red Wings.
Detroit's Achilles' heel that season was its goaltending, as the combination of Manny Legace and Curtis Joseph failed to find consistency. While the heavy underdog, most fans expected Nashville to put up a fight, and they kept pace with the Red Wings, dropping the first two at Joe Louis Arena before winning Games 3 and 4 at home. The Wings turned it on to overpower the Predators, but it gave Nashville fans a taste of Stanley Cup action -- and if you're only going to win two games in a series, it's probably best to win them at all like Nashville did.
The Predators made the playoffs for the second straight season as the NHL resumed play after the lockout, however, the Predators opened up the purse strings after the lockout, shocking fans by signing Paul Kariya to open the salary cap era.
Nashville featured the best scoring depth in its young history, and Kimmo Timonen and Marek Zidlicky combined to be a dynamic blueline combination. In net, Tomas Vokoun and Chris Mason split duties for an average .916 save percentage. Nashville opened with a 4-3 win over the San Jose Sharks before losing the next two games by three goals. In the pivotal Game 4, San Jose took a commanding 3-1 series lead in a 5-4 battle before the Sharks sent the Preds home in a five-game series.
Now this wasn't your typical Predators team. In a go-for-it move, the Predators traded for future Hall Of Famer Peter Forsberg (before his several hundred foot surgeries) to flank Paul Kariya, Steve Sullivan, and newly signed Jason Arnott.
With Tomas Vokoun in net and Kimmo Timonen leading the blue line, the Predators took the No. 4 seed with 110 points. They took on a high-powered San Jose Sharks squad in what pundits considered to be a pick 'em series. Nashville was out for revenge, but the result was the same: a 4-1 series loss to the Sharks, with three of the losses by one goal (one in double overtime). Following the season, the Predators saw a major roster dismantle as the team's ownership situation became convoluted with Jim Balsillie's "Make It Seven" campaign.
With a stripped roster -- Peter Forsberg, Paul Kariya, Kimmo Timonen, Scott Hartnell and Tomas Vokoun all departed over the off-season-- thanks to ownership issues, the Predators managed to stay competitive with the new goaltending duo of Chris Mason and Dan Ellis. As the No. 8 seed, the Predators had a date with the top-seeded Detroit Red Wings.
Much like the 2004 series, Nashville dropped the first two games at Joe Louis Arena, then won two games at home. Unlike 2004, though, Game 5 stayed close and went to overtime before Detroit scored to take control of the series. The Wings closed it out in Nashville, but the Predators navigated a difficult ownership situation to put up a respectable showing against the eventual Stanley Cup champions.
Coming in as the No. 7 seed, the Predators proved down the stretch that they were a team to be feared with only three regulation losses in their final 15 games. The usual Predators combination of scoring-by-committee, defense, grit, and goaltending came together, and the team hit the playoffs in its stride. No one seemed too surprised that Nashville took a 2-1 series lead over the favored Chicago Blackhawks.
The Hawks came back to tie the series, leading to Game 5 and a nightmare moment for Nashville fans: with a one-goal lead on the power play late in the third, the Predators gave up a terrible shorthanded tying goal to Chicago, then lost it in overtime when Marian Hossa broke in. Nashville soon collapsed and Chicago went on to win the Stanley Cup.
With injuries galore hitting the Predators forward line, along with the loss of Dan Hamhuis to free agency, this Nashville squad was built in the proto-typical Barry Trotz mold. However, unlike previous teams, the 2011 Predators featured Shea Weber and Ryan Suter, two of the league's top blueliners, along with a Vezina-nominated year for Pekka Rinne. To close out the series against the Anaheim Ducks, perhaps it was fitting that David Legwand fired the puck into the empty net. In case you forgot, Legwand was the Predators first draft pick in franchise history.
How will this year's tale end? With the Western Conference far from decided, Preds fans can't even look ahead to their next opponent yet. Instead, they'll have to just savor this moment for a day or two while the team does what it does best: get back to work.


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In today's Los Angeles Times and Daily Mail, Professor Brad Borden commented on the widening gap between the wealthy and the poor, which he argued is due to an uneven tax code, exemplified by GOP Presidential candidate Mitt Romney's tax returns. Romney, a multimillionaire, pays an estimated 15% of his income in taxes, compared to an average of 35% paid by middle class Americans.
Professor Borden explained, "The wealthy are able to take advantage of tax breaks in ways that are not available to the rest of the population. They get wealthier and shift a larger burden of taxation onto the rest of the population, making it more difficult for those outside of the upper echelon to save and get ahead."
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Workers at Alcoa's Massena East plant met with their union yesterday to find out about the deal it's made with the aluminum company when it closes the plant. The results, the Watertown Daily Times and North Country Now report today, are...
Employees at Alcoa's Massena East plant will find out today what's going to happen to their jobs when the plant shuts down, the Watertown Daily Times reports today. Their union, Steelworkers Local 450-A, is meeting with workers at 3:30...
Alcoa, which employs hundreds in Massena and is the North Country's largest private employer, is having a bad couple of days. The company reported Thursday that it lost $2.34 billion in the fourth quarter of 2013 (WWNY-TV); the company's...
Some number of jobs will likely be coming to DeKalb at some point in the future, as Corning, Inc., is planning an expansion in its Corning Canton plant (which is in DeKalb). That's according to the Watertown Daily Times, which reports today...
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Waterfront Cleanup, New Manufacturer Cheers Ogdensburg
Sep 15, 2004 — This week's been full of good news for the city of Ogdensburg. On Monday Governor Pataki announced a $168,000 state grant to help clean up contamination along the St. Lawrence River. Yesterday an Ottawa-based company said it will expand in Ogdensburg's industrial park and create 100 new jobs. David Sommerstein has details. Go to full article
New NNY Tourism Data Online
Sep 13, 2004 — Economic developers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who's just plain curious about the North Country now have a powerful new tool. The Northern New York Travel and Tourism Research Center, based at SUNY Potsdam, has compiled data profiles for the 10 counties of northern New York and published them online. The profiles have data on hotel rooms, traffic counts, employment, campgrounds, marinas, fishing and hunting licenses, and snowmobile trails. Laurie Marr is the center's director. She told David Sommerstein she saw a need for a central source for tourism-related statistics. Go to full article
Alcoa Restoring 45 Jobs in Massena
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Aug 27, 2004 — Alcoa Metals will re-open several pot lines at its aluminum smelters in Massena. The company expects to hire 45 people over the next three months. Alcoa cited low short-term power costs and increased demand for the re-start. Go to full article
Ethan Allen Workers Move On in Boonville
Aug 03, 2004 — A skeleton crew is finishing orders at Ethan Allen's furniture making plant in Boonville. The company is closing its operations in this small village on the Tug Hill Plateau after half a century of operation. More than 260 people have lost their jobs. The shutdown shocked the community and was the latest blow to the declining forestry industry in northern New York. As David Sommerstein reports, Ethan Allen's workers are moving on and the town of Boonville is bracing for what's next. Go to full article
Shifting Career Gears in Mid-Life
Aug 03, 2004 — Many former Ethan Allen employees worked most or all of their careers at the facility. For people in mid-career, transitioning to a new job, perhaps to a completely different line of work, can be very difficult. Frank Kirkey specializes in helping people 55 and older find employment. He's a field operations assistant with Experience Works Incorporated, based in Jefferson and Lewis Counties. He spoke with David Sommerstein. Kirkey says the hardest part of shifting careers is changing a person's mindset. Go to full article
Seaway, Alcoa Show Economic Growth
Jul 14, 2004 — Two traditional industries in the North Country are sharing in the rebounding economy. The St. Lawrence Seaway posted a 12% boost in traffic in its first few months of the season. And Alcoa released a positive quarterly earnings report last week. But as David Sommerstein reports, it's unclear how the good economic news will affect the region. Go to full article
Walmart's Potsdam Plans Draw Cheers, Jeers
May 28, 2004 — The discount giant Walmart is making a major push to expand in the North Country. The company plans to build bigger stores in Massena and Watertown, and new stores in Lowville and Leray, near Fort Drum. Tuesday Walmart announced plans to build a supercenter on Route 11 in Potsdam. As David Sommerstein reports, the news is renewing an old debate in the college town. Go to full article
With Rising Homelessness, Affordable Housing Scarce
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May 25, 2004 — As we've been hearing this week, homelessness in northern New York can mean many things. People stay as long as they can with relatives or several families might share a small trailer. But social workers and care providers say more and more people are literally winding up on the streets. In Franklin County, a consortium of aid groups is working to measure the number of truly homeless people. They're also working with landlords to help provide low-cost apartments. Nancy Reich is head of Comlinks, a regional housing authority based in Malone. She says even with subsidies, affordable apartments are harder than ever to find. Reich spoke with Brian Mann. Go to full article
Hoping for Market Surge, Alcoa Rehires
May 21, 2004 — Alcoa Corporation in Massena is rehiring 60 people it laid off and creating 20 new jobs. The aluminum market is rebounding slowly. But as David Sommerstein reports, it may not be fast enough to make the new jobs permanent. Go to full article
Precision Jet Hopes to Build Maintenance Hub (and Jobs) at Plattsburgh AFB
by Brian Mann
May 19, 2004 — A Syracuse-based company hopes to build a major aviation maintenance hub at the old Plattsburgh Air Force Base. On Friday, Precision Jet signed a memorandum of understanding with officials in Clinton County that brings the project one step closer to reality. But some critics say the company's reputation -- and their demands for tax relief --- raise serious questions about the deal. Brian Mann spoke with Joe LoTemplio, a reporter with the Plattsburgh Press Republican who has been following the story. Go to full article
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A former Maine West High School soccer coach criminally charged after brutal hazing allegations surfaced at the school last year went on trial in Skokie on Tuesday.
Michael Divincenzo, 37, of Elk Grove Village, is still beloved by several current and former students and players at the school in northwest suburban Des Plaines, the Chicago Sun-Times is reporting.
But prosecutors said in May he knew some members of the soccer team he coached were being attacked by other students who would hold them down and, in some cases, sodomize them through their underwear.
Two sophomore soccer players testified Tuesday that the varsity players abused them with sticks and their fingers. They characterized the abuse as an initiation by varsity players.
Prosecutors say DiVincenzo knew what occurred and should have immediately reported the hazing higher-ups. He has been charged with misdemeanor battery, hazing and failure to report abuse. The allegations all revolve around similar reported incidents in June, August and September 2012.
But, DiVincenzo's attorneys say he had no clue such violent initiations were taking place.
DiVincenzo's lawyer Thomas Breen has previously questioned whether the hazing even took place, let alone whether Divincenzo knew about it.
"I've yet to see why or how he got charged," Breen said in October.
There was testimony that a freshman coach notified him of the incidents, but just how detail was provided to DiVincenzo is unclear. He did order varsity players to do 100 push-ups in front of the freshmen and to apologize to them, after the incidents.
Defense Attorney Todd Pugh said in his opening statement that, "upper classmen have always given underclassmen a hard time," saying there was good-natured razzing, and "when boundaries were crossed, there were consequences."
But prosecutor Margaret Ogarek said, "It was rampant. It went beyond child's play, it went beyond horseplay."
A former varsity player also testified, admitting that he participated in one of the initiations, but when he was asked whether coach DiVincenzo knew about the hazing, he said, no.
Divincenzo's supporters encouraged people on Facebook to attend Tuesday. One member of the Maine West boys soccer team told the Chicago Sun-Times this summer he's still inspired by the coach, who is affectionately known at the school as "Divo."
"He was our coach," said senior Jonathan Schmitz. "That's who we're playing for still."
The school district fired Divincenzo a year ago, after the hazing allegations first surfaced.
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It's some kind of hot summer most of us living in the U.S. are going through. Too bad that heat hasn't done much for Wall Street or Main Street other than make investors sweat.
Stocks didn't have a hot second quarter. According to Lipper, the average U.S. equity fund was down 4.5 percent. Then again, one quarter doesn't make a year or a month. In the month of June, for example, the average fund was up 3.1 percent, and for the past year down 1.76.
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Before man climbed down from the trees to shop in megastores and drink cappuccino, before the Earth wadded itself into a cool blue ball, before the Moon even existed, there was the Island. The Island, a massive fragment of a long-lost planet, hurtling blindly through space. Upon the surface of this paradise wanders the giant, Kabuto. Little does Kabuto know that the Island was home to others before him. In the oceans, there dwells a matriarchal race called the Sea Reapers. In their pride, they created Kabuto, as a defense against intruders. But Kabuto became conscious of himself, his loneliness, his pain - and he went berserk.
Space castaways, the Meccs piloted their ship through space, looking for their missing friends. If you haven't guessed already, they ended up on the Island. Faced with yet another unscheduled layover while on their way to Planet Majorca, the Meccs decide to make the best of their temporary home. Just their luck - the natives are already embroiled in their own little war, and the Mecc visitors are most unwelcome!
Meccaryns... Sea Reapers... Kabuto... One island isn't big enough for the three of them.
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Age requirements: ESRB Rating: MATURE with Animated Blood, Animated Violence.
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Before I had the internet many, many years ago, I walked into a store and saw this game staring straight at me. Thinking it looked like a very serious FPS action title I didn't hesitate to pick it up. To my surprise however, this was one of the funniest and most innovative titles that I had ever played at the time. It's fun, it's action-packed and it will have you laughing all theread more way to planet Majorca.
As great a game as it is (and critically acclaimed mind you), it's unfortunate that a lot of gamers have never even played it, let alone ever heard of it. Whenever I mention 'Giants: Citizen Kabuto' to a group of gamers, the same stunned-mullet expression appears on their faces and they all utter the same line - "What the f*** is a Kabuto?"
Thank GoG that those who have missed out on this game now have a chance to play it once more.
The single player game is separated into three different sections based on the characters/race you play as - the Meccaryns (or Meccs for short), the Sea Reapers (more specifically the beautiful Delphi) and the big beast itself, Kabuto. The storyline progresses through these three races in a very linear fashion but in all honesty, you wouldn't have it any other way. As the storyline progresses, you'll find yourself meeting strange and hilarious characters (Timmy's Father sticks out in my mind for some reason) that guide you throughout the game, giving you hints as well as introducing you to new weapons and items.
One of the first things you might notice is that the game can be played through either a first-person or third-person perspective. It is easy to switch between the two so finding what you prefer best is quite simple. What is surprising however is how the game switches to an FPS/RTS hybrid about half-way through both the Mecc and Sea Reaper campaigns. The interface is simple to use and easy to understand. You'll build up your base, collect Smarties to build any buildings and collect Vimp meat to feed the annoying buggers in no time.
This of course leads into the multiplayer aspect of the game. It is a team based affair having three races to play as - yes, you can play as Kabuto and yes, it is just as awesome as it sounds. Each race has their own distinct look, feel and play style. The Meccs are more technologically advanced, thus using a lot more gadgets and weaponry. The Sea Reapers are more magically inclined and Kabuto, well, he just smashes things.
The musical score for the game is fantastic and will be playing in your mind a long time after you've finished playing. All the sound effects sound beefy too. On the graphical side of things, it is pretty good for the time it came out. Then again, we are on GoG, so complaining about a game's graphics is pretty ridiculous. Gameplay is what counts and Giants: Citizen Kabuto is full of it.
Giants: Citizen Kabuto really is one of a kind. If there ever was a game that deserved a second chance, this would be it. Plus, at $5.99, why wouldn't you want this under-appreciated, innovative, fantastic game?
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My most indelible impression of playing Giants for the first time all those years ago was of just how FUN it all was. A great sense of humour (British, naturally) coupled with gorgeous graphics, lively characters, a host of play styles and topped off with THE best creature-stomp levels ever presented in gaming.
Presented in three campaigns, each told from the perspective of oneread more of the 3 races, it weaves a tale of mayhem and madness that will challenge your gaming instincts as much as it delights your senses. My personal favourite was playing as Delphi, Blue-Skinned princesss of the Sea Reapers. Trust me, once she acquires the landscape hopping 'turbo boost' ability, you'll have so much fun with it you'll wonder why nothing similar has appeared in a game before or since!
Giants was a tour de force of imagination and coding mad-skill from late, lamented developers, Planet Moon, and is an essential purchase from this site.
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As I recall, Giants was the game we all wanted to play 8 years ago (was it really that long ago?) but almost no one had the system requirements to play it. It was the game that dominated all game reviews and was used for screenshots to sell video cards. It demonstrated the latest and greatest game making technology at the time and made you realize that you might have to buy orread more build a whole new PC to play a single game.
When we finally all had systems that were actually capable to play Giants to its fullest, the game had been forgotten to the bargain bin. But play it I did... and it really is a fantastic game full of great graphics, shooter (or 3rd person) action, and humor.
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It would be far too easy to revel in the money misery that residents are suffering in the city of Detroit. Yea, the Tigers and our Tribe are battling for first place. But, no one wants to see any American city go bankrupt.
We share Detroit's pain because we've been there ourselves, remember. 35 years ago Cleveland became the first major American city to default.
Detroit's $18 billion albatross is largely the result of its out-of-control pension obligations. Nearly every dollar collected in taxes there is earmarked for city worker's retirement benefits.
And, when it comes to pension woes…misery loves company. Oakland, CA just laid off 100 police officers to balance its pension fund. And, Chicago has furloughed over 2,000 school employees again to satisfy pension payments.
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What a travesty. Another prime example of the the coordinated actions of SEIU, illegal immigrants, and socialist politicians (including judges). When are people going to wake up to the evil represented by this troika? If Cook-Callio or Thorne vote, as council members to support the SEIU, any sensible person sure as h*ll would not vote for them to be Mayor, as it would be clear their primary purpose in being Mayor is to be a pimp for the unions.
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I am confused...I thought their contract had expired and Castlewood simply decided not to renew it. How can they be at fault for that?
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Partner of the Year: Electricity Maine
The Partner of the Year award is given to the sponsor that has shown exemplary commitment and dedication to the Pirates organization, going above and beyond their obligations to the team. Electricity Maine is this year's recipient. As part of their participation in the Pirates inaugural "Goals for Good" program, Electricity Maine has donated $2200 this year to benefit "New Beginnings", a local charity dedicated to helping homeless youth and their families. Electricity Maine showed dedication above and beyond their obligations to the community, fans, and Pirates hockey organization during the 2013-14 season
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Way back in June, after Sporting Kansas City moved up from dead last to a share of last place in the East, I had predicted that Sporting would win the East and get to the MLS Cup. The responses and e-mails I received ranged from "I don't know what I am talking about," to "we won't even have a coach," to...well the majority of them said I was an idiot. Well today at Livestrong Sporting Park, Sporting Kansas City play the Houston Dynamo in the Eastern Conference Finals in the most anticipated soccer game Kansas City has ever seen. The first two meetings saw a 1-1 draw at Houston and a 3-0 Sporting win here in Kansas City.
What to watch for:
SKC- This game will look much of the same for Sporting fans and maybe a little better. Look for them to turn give aways into scoring opportunities by continuing with high pressure in the center of the midfield and with Chance Myers and Seth Sinovic out wide. On offense look for a more direct style, using their speed to get behind the Houston back four quickly and effectively (I don't mean they will dump the ball down field), I think we will see more over the top, through, and long balls to get behind the left and right back early on, that will open up the field to get a lot of touches and move the ball around in more advanced positions later on in the first half.
Hou- In the first game between the two teams, Houston coach Dominic Kinnear used a 4-3-3 to match that of Sporting's 4-3-3. They went up 1-0 after 14 min. He immediately dropped another body into the midfield and saw none of the possession for the duration of that game and/ or the 2nd game when Sporting won 3-0. I think he wanted to go to the 4-3-3 in the second game, but Houston center back Bobby Boswell was out on suspension so he played 4-2-2. I have a hunch that he might go back to a 4-3-3 and try and go head-to-head, but most likely he will ride their hot streak of seven games unbeaten and keep the line-up the same and the formation as well. Houston's two leading scorers are the pair of center backs with 5 a piece. That sounds less strange once you see that Brad Davis has 16 assists. Yes, that means they rely on set pieces. I've tried to go as long as I could before mentioning that phrase, but that is all you are going to hear for the next 16 or so hours. Why? Simple, that's the only way they can score, so you will be beat to death with it tomorrow prior to and during the game.
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SKC- Graham Zusi, Roger Espinoza, Julio Cesar. If Houston are to have any chance, they have to have the most of their possession behind these three. Houston will try and play with it and get behind them, and then they will start their attack. The first two games Houston got way too impatient and ended up just aimlessly dumping balls to the corner flag. If they can keep Houston in front of them, meaning they don't get sucked to high and get out of position the rest of the team will be able to keep the balance, if they do fall into it, Sporting can get into trouble. Cesar should be a calming presence and I see them keeping their shape.
SKC Forwards- If they can get behind the back four this could be fun to watch. Sporting could end up with tap in's if they keep their composure and make the right decisions.
Hou- Geoff Cameron. Center back Bobby Boswell might need a leash to keep track of his partner Cameron. Cameron has the tendency to just drift out of position, like WAY out of position. If Sporting can get behind Corey Ashe and Andre Hainault, Cameron won't be able to contain himself and WILL feel the need to help. No offense to Cameron, but it is pretty funny watching him just wander away from the center sometimes. The look Boswell get's on his face is priceless, so look for extra communication between the two of them. If not, this game will look pretty funny.
Houston Goal keeper- Tally Hall. He needs a repeat performance from the first time these two met. In that game he had 249 saves and played the game of his life. If he can't repeat that then this game is over, fast.
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Houston away from home:
Houston while playing on the road this season was at the bottom of every important category. Wins didn't come easy as they only won 2. Goals weren't any easier to find, out of 45 total goals they scored this year 13 of those were away. They score less than a goal a game while allowing more than a goal a game. Those are the numbers that are being kind. Against teams with winning records in the MLS, Houston scored only 4 times on the road and managed 1 win. The two starting forwards for today's game, Brian Ching and Casey Carr, have a combined 6 goals.
SKC at home:
Livestrong Sporting Park has been many things this year, most importantly it has been a true home field advantage. They have 9 wins and only 2 losses (both coming with 4 goals allowed after 90 minutes). They have scored 29 times, nearly 2 goals per game while allowing less than a goal a game. The starting forwards have combined to score 26 goals, 29 if Omar Bravo is starting.
Usually in games like these, when two evenly matched teams play each other, the winner is decided by one play. A mistake by the opponent is typical. However, I don't see these teams being evenly matched and unlike what everyone else will say, a set piece won't be the difference in this game. Houston's 7 game unbeaten streak started after they left Kansas City and will end leaving Kansas City. The only way I can see Houston winning this game is by scoring the first goal and scoring either in minutes 42-45 or scoring after the 75th minute. Sporting has too much speed and will be able to get behind Houston's back four too easily. Sporting again will frustrate the Dynamo midfield resulting in yet another red card and Sporting forwards will have each have a goal in this one, fairly easy ones at that.
Sporting Kansas City- 3
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Officials at Aurora Academy are hoping the community can help police catch a thief who keeps breaking into their facility in east Toledo. This is not the first time the school has been hit with crime and vandalism.
It has been a rough few months for the school. Back in December, thieves broke in, stole electronics, and spray painted nasty slurs on the walls. Officials say Monday's hit marks the sixth time, and they are fed up.
"It's heart wrenching. It brings you to tears when you come into school in the morning and see that somebody has broken into your home, and that's what it is for us: a home," said Cindy Wilson, executive director at Aurora Academy.
Wilson says thieves are making it hard to stay focused on their mission of a positive future, when they keep coming back.
"They broke a steel door down in our basement, and somehow, got around our motion detectors, which have now been replaced and repositioned," said Wilson.
Wilson says it feels like they just finished scrubbing the racial slurs from the walls and trying to replace the upwards of $60,000 worth of loss and damages from December's break-in, where suspects also let animals loose in the building.
"We just keep doing what we need to do, like boarding up our windows, putting on new locks, more security," said Wilson.
This time the thieves got away with cash, but teachers say that is not the only thing they are taking from students.
"Children come here to learn, and it's really upsetting that someone would want to take that away, just for profit, or revenge, or whatever. It's very disheartening," said Tonya Corbett with Aurora Academy.
Wilson thinks she is on to whomever is behind this cold-hearted pattern, because she believes it is someone who has been there in the past. Still, she says no matter how many times thieves break in, they cannot break Aurora Academy's spirit.
"We come just come back with a renewed attitude everyday that Aurora Academy is here on the east side. We are Ohio's first charter school and we intend to remain here," said Wilson.
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The Spiritual Component of Intimacy
If you watch a lot of TV you might have the impression that the best sex is found outside marriage. Yet research reveals the pleasures of married sex are far better than those experienced during premarital sex or sex outside marriage. Would it surprise you to know that research suggests married women have more orgasms than unmarried women?
When you consider that sex was invented by God and not Hugh Hefner, the findings of these surveys not only reflect reality but also the biblical teaching that sex was designed for our enjoyment within marriage. In other words, God isn't embarrassed by sex or ashamed of it, and when we engage in it within marriage, He's pleased.
For some of you, this article may be difficult to read. There are few issues in life that can create more hurt, disappointment, frustration, and bitterness than sex. You may have been sexually abused in the past and have trouble believing you can ever trust again. You may have been sexually active long before your marriage. You may be in a marriage that lacks any intimacy -- emotionally or sexually. You may be divorced and struggling with your natural desires.
The Bible teaches: Since everything God created is good, we should not reject any of it. We may receive it gladly, with thankful hearts. This includes your sexuality. God created you as a sexual being; it's part of who you are and you can accept it without guilt. Physical intimacy between husband and wife is a sacred activity with profound spiritual implications.
God created sex as a physical expression of the spiritual and emotional ties between a man and a woman, where the "two shall become one." You hear and read a lot about soul mates, but very little about the soul ties created by sex between a man and a woman. It's a mystery to understand, yet God designed sex to create a spiritual oneness between a wife and her husband.
If you view sex as nothing more than a physical event, you're missing its full meaning and missing out on the satisfaction and enjoyment God planned for you. Surveys have found a correlation between the intensity of a woman's spiritual convictions and her satisfaction with sexual pleasures in marriage. The gospel truth is that there's a connection between sexuality and spirituality, and that's why God reserved sex for marriage.
Truth be told, God put a sex manual right into the pages of the Bible, in the form of a love poem called "The Song of Solomon," which shows the relationship between a man and a woman from their courtship to their wedding night. That's why it's amazing to me that the church is generally known for being against sex: The Bible couldn't get a G rating on the subject! "The Song of Solomon" is a how-to on reaching marital maturity and deep physical intimacy by paying attention to such details as privacy, unhurried time, complimenting each other, affectionate touching, having special places together, fragrances, intimate talk, and the safety of total commitment. This affection creates the atmosphere of intimacy; sex is just the event.


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A sentencing memorandum, which had been filed under seal until this week, is revealing new details in the obstruction of justice case against D.C. police officer Antonia McClam.
The memo, written by Assistant U.S. Attorney Reagan Taylor and filed with the court September 5th, says McClam was off duty and sitting on the steps of her home on Clay Place, NE, on August 21, 2011 when she witnessed her boyfriend go past her with a gun.
Taylor says McClam watched as Ricardo Mitchell gunned down Wyatt Robinson near the corner of Minnesota Avenue and Clay Place before gathering her belongings and going back inside her house.
McClam then went to the backyard where she opened the gate so Mitchell could flee on his motorcycle.
According to the memo, "At no time did the defendant call 911, attempt to render assistance to the decedent or to check on his status, call the police, nor make any efforts to pursue and arrest Ricardo Mitchell…"
In fact, Taylor writes when police arrived on the scene, McClam obstructed the investigation by telling officers the gunman was a family friend named "Rico" who opened her front door, yelled "Move!" before running through the back door. He was last seen running toward Minnesota Avenue.
McClam never told police she had witnessed the shooting and didn't admit her role until investigators told her the shooting had been captured on surveillance video.
In her defense, McClam told investigators Mitchell threatened to shoot her if she didn't open the gate and that she had recently been physically abused by the man. It is a claim later corroborated by investigators.
The U.S. Attorneys Office credits McClam with assisting in the investigation, testifying before the grand jury and providing enough information that eventually lead Mitchell to plead guilty.
McClam is no longer on the force. In October of 2011, she was involved in an auto accident and is now paralyzed from the chest down and is wheelchair bound.
This week, she was sentenced to 90 months in prison -- all of it suspended.
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There is no such thing as taking too little, although it's hard for us to convince students that this is true. Just ask someone who has studied abroad before, and you'll probably be advised to leave as much as you can at home.
"Pack everything you might need, then take half of it out," was one student's advice. It will be there when you get back. Let practicality be your guide for packing. Keep in mind that overseas it's perfectly acceptable to wear the same outfit a few times in one week.
If you plan carefully so that all articles of clothing mix and match, you can create plenty of different outfits from a minimum number of items. Also remember that the weather can vary quite a bit throughout the day and from town to town. Choose clothes that are good for layering.
You are going to have to carry whatever you pack by yourself, so leave behind half of what you think you need. You will be limited to one piece of checked luggage and one carry-on bag on the international flight (more checked luggage will incur fees). Contact all of the airlines you will be flying with for their regulations on baggage weight, size, and fees.
The weather in New Zealand is extremely changeable. Apart from the alpine areas, there is rarely snow in the winter, but it can be windy, damp and dreary at any time of the year. The temperatures drop as you travel south over the country. Nights in the South Island can be particularly cold.
Auckland has an average maximum of 75F in summer and 59F in winter. Wellington has an average maximum of 68F in summer and 54F in winter, and Christchurch has an average maximum of 71F in summer and 52F in winter. Dunedin has an average maximum of 66F in summer and 52F in winter.
New Zealand's seasons are opposite of those in the United States. Summer in New Zealand is from December to February. Autumn lasts from March to May. Winter is from June to August. Spring spans September through November.
Practical and sturdy clothes that are good for layering, to accommodate the changing temperatures, are what you need for your stay in New Zealand. Students arriving in the July semester will need warm sweaters to wear indoors. On campus, students dress casually: jeans, t-shirts and other informal clothing are popular student attire. In summer, it is acceptable to wear shorts, t-shirts and light footwear. Here's a basic list of things to take:
Returning students also say:
Our advice is to choose things which are easy to keep clean and can be washed and dried at the laundromat. It is very difficult to dry hand-washed items properly in your room, and dry cleaning tends to be much more expensive than in the US.
Don't pack them! Save the precious room for something else. New Zealand university residence halls probably won't have hangers, but you can easily buy them after you move in.
We suggest you don't bother bringing bed linen unless it is for sentimental reasons. Students at Otago University can pay for a reasonably priced (approx $100 NZD) linen pack on arrival at Dunedin. The pack does not include towels. Ilam Village at Canterbury offers linen packs to all students, Everton Hall in Wellington often hand out linen that previous tenants have left behind, and others find it is easy to buy cheap linen once they are here and know what size bed they have. During orientation, the staff in NZ will advise you where the best places are to get linen.
If you can help it, don't bring electrical appliances from home. The electrical current in New Zealand is 240/250 volts at 50Hz (cycles per second). In the US, it is 110 volts at 60Hz. You will not only need an adapter to plug in your appliance, you will also need either a transformer and adapter plug, or a dual voltage appliance which can be switched from 110 to 240 volts. (The difference in the number of cycles means that appliances with motors may not work as well in New Zealand as they do in the US.) Most returning students agreed that converters were a hassle and said it was best to buy a hairdryer overseas. If you want to bring one from home, try ones with dual voltage (brandnames include Krupps, Braun, or Conair).
Dual voltage electric shavers can also be purchased here in the US (Philips, Braun and Remington are just a few name brands). Otherwise, plan to either buy an electric shaver in New Zealand or use a blade razor.
The overwhelming advice is to switch to chemical disinfectants and extended wear lenses, and bring solution from home. Some students report running out several weeks before the end of the program, so you should bring more than you think you'll need. Bring a spare pair of lenses. Also, take along a pair of glasses for emergencies. And don't forget sunglasses!
Disinfecting units are a problem for contact lenses. Because of the difference in voltage, the timer may not shut off automatically. Besides, electrical outlets are hard to find when you're on the road traveling. However, if you can't stand chemicals, try the dual voltage (120/240) unit from Cooper Vision.
If you play an instrument or practice a sport, you might want to think about taking your instrument or gear along. However, large instruments, such as guitars, and sporting equipment, like skiis or bicycles, may count as one piece of luggage on the flight. You'll need to check with the airline for specifications about packing the instrument/equipment and details on any excess luggage charges. Your instrument or gear should be properly insured and safeguarded. Remember that you can also buy or rent sports equipment after arriving.
You'll need a small bag for books and a larger backpack with internal frame for weekend and vacation trips. Remember, larger backpacks will count as one piece of luggage on the flight (you're allowed two pieces); they're too large to carry on. If any student is interested in the outdoors we strongly recommend that they bring a backpack, suitable hiking footwear and a sleeping bag, which you could also use as an extra bed covering. Make sure you pack your sleeping bag inside your luggage, not attached to the outside or as a separate item as it will probably go missing.
Both of these are safe ways to carry your passport, money and other important small items (like wallets and credit cards, etc.). You can wear the pouch under your coat or sweater--away from the swift hand of a pickpocket. Remember to wear the fanny pack in the front so you can keep an eye on it. (In New Zealand, "fanny packs" are called "bum bags .")
Don't invest in a brand new set of luggage for the trip. A sturdy suitcase or duffel bag and one backpack will do. Duffel bags are practical and easy to store as long as they're a reasonable size. If your duffel bag is bigger than you are, it's too big. Whatever luggage you do choose, be sure to put your name and our overseas office address on a luggage tag on the outside and on a piece of paper in an inside pocket. We provide baggage tags with this information at the airport or in your independent travel packet.
If you live in a self-catering residence hall, you may find it convenient to have some of your favorite recipes handy. Photocopy some recipes instead of packing the entire cookbook. You'll save luggage room and weight.
You can buy speakers over there if you get tired of earphones An ipod is great for the train or bus, however ...
A Special Word about Ipods from Jane Gunn-Lewis, NZ Director
Remember too that when you are in NZ, travelling on public transport or walking on a beach or hiking in the alps, an ipod plugged into your ears can be interpreted as a desire to not link in with the people and place that surrounds you. Sometimes an ipod can be a voice from home that stops you feeling the voice of your new home and by the time you decide you want to talk to the old fellow on the bus next to you, the moment has gone, and a special opportunity to learn something more, or to hear the sound of a bird you have never heard before, or to enjoy the silence, has gone.
A camera will help you to capture your overseas experience. One word of caution, though: cameras disappear. Your Student Safe insurance will offer a limited cover for personal items, but it's a good idea to have it insured from the U.S. Most students bring digital cameras and find they take more photos than usual and so we recommend you bring a decent sized memory chip.
You can buy them in New Zealand but they are more expensive here than in the US -- remember also to bring your charger -- you will need an adapter to use it. It's a really good idea to set up your own website for friends and family to easily access all these wonderful photos.
You'll find everything you could ever want in New Zealand. Don't bring extra supplies with you. Bring a supply of basics to get you through the first month. By then, you'll have found the best local shops for whatever you need.
If you take a prescription medication, make sure you have enough to last your entire stay abroad. Don't assume that you can get the same medication abroad. A prescription from home will NOT be filled in New Zealand. You'll need a new one from a New Zealand doctor. A visit to a doctor is usually about $50 but is much cheaper if you go to the university 'Student Health Centre'. Be sure all prescriptions you take with you are labeled with your name, the name of your physician and the generic name of the medication. PLEASE NOTE: Some medications are only allowed into New Zealand in one- or three-month quantities. You will be advised prior to your departure if any of the medications you disclose fall into either category. Contact your program manager with any questions.
Pack the small, battery-operated, travel kind.
Bring along your favorite photos of family and friends.
Pack an up-to-date transcript with you from your home university in order to finalize course registration during your host university orientation. Bring any instructions from your home school about registering for next semester's courses from abroad, as well as any information about their approval process for courses taken abroad. Your study abroad advisor's/home school's fax and phone numbers, as well as the e-mail address, will prove to be helpful too, especially if you have to contact your advisor for course approval.
Packing TipYou will be moving a lot in the first week of your program -- from Auckland to Rotorua and then to your permanent program accommodation. It's a good idea to keep toiletries, a change of clothes, something warm, a light rain jacket, and your camera in your carry on so that you don't have to keep packing and repacking your luggage.
The Arcadia University College of Global Studies supports the guidelines described in "Responsible Study Abroad: Health and Safety Guidelines" for program sponsors, participants and parents by the Interorganizational Task Force on Safety and Responsibility in Study Abroad. (complete text of these guidelines).
A little common sense goes a long way.Do not bring any valuables which promote theft and cannot be easily replaced. Put identification labels inside each of your bags (not just on the outside). We also recommend that you leave a photocopy of the data page of your passport (passport number, the date and place of issue) at home and keep a copy with your belongings in case it is lost or stolen.
The Student Safe insurance you will have while in New Zealand does provide limited cover for items, but you may be required to provide proof of purchase. To insure more expensive baggage and personal effects inexpensively, investigate adding a rider to your family's homeowners' policy or purchase personal possessions insurance. Arcadia University does not insure your possessions against loss or theft, but you can and should. Some other valuable tips to protect yourself include:
If you pack carefully, you will be able to fit all that you need within the airline baggage allowance, which is ONE checked piece 23 kgs/50lbs and one carry on of 7kgs/15 lbs. Note that one additional bag is likely to be $50 USD and two additional bags $225 USD so try and pack light. We strongly recommend against your planning to have things sent to you after you settle in overseas. Customs declarations must be made on all packages sent overseas. Import taxes, even on used items, can equal or exceed the original purchase price of the items. If you must have extra things sent to you, please pay special attention to the following notes. Shipping overseas can be very expensive, so you may want to comparison shop to find the best rates.
Also, you will have to mark all boxes "Contains Personal Belongings" to avoid customs charges. Nothing can be sent to general university addresses or to our Queenstown office. The Arcadia University Queenstown office has no facilities to handle packages or to store luggage in advance of the program starting date.
If you are planning to fly over early to travel, you can arrange to store your heavy luggage in the airport. Ask your program manager for more details.


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Financial Shared Services
Client Organisations
The Financial Shared Services (FSS) Centre is located in Killarney, Co. Kerry. It is a division of The Department of Justice and Equality and has in recent years adopted the shared services business model to develop its financial systems and business processes. Its nine Client Organisations are:
- Department of Justice and Equality
- Department of the Taoiseach
- Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht
- Garda Síochána
- Irish Prison Service
- Courts Service
- Property Registration Authority
- National Museum of Ireland
- National Library of Ireland
The FSS Centre pays the salaries and wages of approximately 25,000 employees and it processes 9,500 monthly pensions. In 2012 the FSS paid almost 490,000 invoices, staff expenses and criminal legal aid fees on behalf of its Client Organisations amounting to €2.6 billion approximately. Other services include, general ledger maintenance, financial accounting and reporting, financial systems support and development, pension administration and customer helpdesk. There are 178 full-time equivalent posts in the FSS Centre.
Service Level Agreements
The FSS Centre has agreed and signed service level agreements (SLAs) with most of its Client Organisations that define the scope and standards for the financial services delivered by the FSS. Monthly performance reports are issued based on key performance indicators in the SLA's and the FSS holds formal annual performance review meetings with its Client Organisations. These SLAs' are reviewed from time to time to ensure that our Client Organisations continue to receive a high quality service. In addition, the performance management system is augmented by conducting regular surveys of service delivery satisfaction levels within Client Organisations.
New Business
The FSS Centre is prepared to provide similar financial services to other Government departments, offices and agencies having regard to emerging Government policy on shared services and the availability of adequate project resources.
The FSS Centre produces two publications annually. The most recent versions are available below: (These reports to be replaced by 2012 Annual report and 21st Garda Siochana Superannuation Report)
2012 Financial Shared Services Annual Report (PDF - 117KB)
Contact Details
Financial Shared Services
Department of Justice and Equality
Deerpark Road
Co. Kerry
FSS switchboard (064) 6670300
|FSS helpdesk (064) 6670345


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I've released my first app (Series 40) through the Nokia Store, go me! While my app is useful, I don't regard it as being quite good enough to actually charge for. Therefore, I have started looking at Nokia Ad Exchange as a means of generating revenue on my app. I have made my initial application to join Nokia Ad Exchange, but given that I have only published one application, what are my chances of being approved? Also, with regards to NAX please excuse my ignorance on this subject. I understand the technical aspects of embedding an app into my project - what I don't quite get is how it all comes together. I see that everything is conducted through Nokia Ad Exchange credits, what I don't quite understand is how these credits are convertible to real money (if I am in England and I have $1 NAX, what is that in Pounds? If I am in India and I have $1 NAX, what is that in Rupees?). From what I have read, Nokia Ad Exchange also support other competing platforms (Android/IOS) - as I already have an existing Android application, is it a possibility for me to implement Nokia Ad Exchange in my Android app? If so, is there a Wiki article around this? If not, should I give it the old college try and submit a Wiki article of my experiences (assuming it's allowed here?).
Excuse the barrage of questions


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Craig Hanna, of Thinkwell Design & Production and President-Elect of the International Board of the TEA (formerly Themed Entertainment Association) announced the 12th annual Thea Awards for outstanding achievement in the creation of compelling places and experiences. "This year's Awards recognize accomplishments in seven different nations, ranging from museums to zoos, from technological innovation to personal achievement," comments Hanna. Presentation of the awards will be made at the Thea Awards and Gala, March 18, 2006, at the Disneyland Hotel in Anaheim, CA.
12th Annual Thea Award Recipients
Thea Lifetime Achievement Award:
Yves Pépin, ECA2, France
Designer Yves Pépin To Receive THEA Lifetime Achievement Award
Thea Classic Award:
Disneyland, Anaheim, CA
The Thea Classic Award honors the park and the thousands of creative people who have conceived, designed and built the park for their leadership role in defining contemporary theme park design and continuing to expand the guest experience.
Thea Awards for Outstanding Achievement
The Curse of DarKastle, The Ride,
Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA
The attention to detail from the exterior theming and exotic gardens through the eleven scenes that tell the story of King Ludwig of Bavaria is remarkable. The combination of smart ride vehicles, richly detailed scenery, 3-D imagery and special effects create an outstanding immersive experience.
Branded Visitor Center:
Olympic Spirit Toronto, Canada
The Olympic Spirit visitor center provides an engaging and participatory environment as well as an educational experience that captures the essences of the Olympic Games.
Reinvention of a Cultural Heritage Center:
Images of Singapore, Sentosa Island, Singapore
Tasked with refreshing and reinventing a classic, but somewhat stodgy, cultural center, the designers of this project combined state of the art technology with effective story-telling to create a sparkling new visitor experience which presents the history of Singapore and it's unique blend of cultures, ethnicities and traditions.
Live Event Spectacular:
Athens 2004 Olympic Games Opening Ceremonies
A one-time live event with a cast of over 8,500 performers and crew, live audience of 70,000 and a worldwide broadcast audience of 4 billion
Remember… Dreams Come True,
Disneyland, Anaheim, CA
A new level of pyrotechnic art combined with visuals and lighting effects on the Disneyland castle centerpiece and a live performance in the sky dazzles guests nightly
Live Show:
Fear Factor Live,
Universal Studios, Hollywood, CA
Universal Studios Hollywood's Fear Factor Live show involves a masterful combination of live guest involvement, carefully planned "controlled risk" stunts, state-of-the-art media enhancement blended together with clever stage direction and theatrics, and special effects.
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum
The Museum effectively incorporates state-of-the-art entertainment and story telling technology to captivate audiences both intellectually and emotionally. The market response has been tremendous, with Lincoln shattering all other presidential library records within several months of opening.
The Lifeline Table,
Churchill Museum and Cabinet War Room, London
The Churchill Museum's "Lifeline Table" boldly reinvents one of the most common and tried methods used in museum interpretation, the historical timeline. The Lifeline Table provides a compelling anchor that engages the audience on individual, small group and gallery-wide levels.
Limited Budget/Refurbishment:
Ice Age Adventure! Movie Park, Bottrop, Germany
In less than six months, for a total budget of only US$3 million, Ice Age Adventure! Re-themes and re-purposes a pre-existing 43,000 square foot, 6.5 minute, indoor water dark ride.
Limited Budget:
Dodge's Wild Earth at the Philadelphia Zoo, PA
Dodge's Wild Earth is an all-ages experience that sends a driver and a photographer, in a truck-themed capsule, on a trek through the Serengeti in an exciting photo-safari. Unlike traditional motion simulator ride films, the Wild Earth experience is completely interactive, allowing each team to navigate their own adventure, experiencing the rich, environment and wildlife of Africa.
Development of Interactive Technology:
MagiQuest Technology
Each MagiQuest Wand can be customized by individual guests to reflect their own personal taste, and can interact with up to 250 "magic" effects within a given environment. The MagiQuest Technology is recognized for enhancing the guest experience, creative packaging, adaptability to individual players, and future potential for "in the home" use, thus extending the experience beyond a given venue.
The TEA nonprofit organization represents 6,500 creative specialists: architects, designers, technical specialists, master planners, scenic fabricators, artists, builders, and feasibility analysts. Its members work for more than 450 firms in 36 different countries and have conceived, designed, fabricated and produced highly successful experience-based museum exhibits, science center interactives, visitor and retail centers, live events and live performance venues, themed entertainment and restaurants, casinos and resorts, aquariums, zoos, theme parks and more. For more information, visit www.TEAConnect.org. .


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How come this boring notice makes the front page, one that has nothing to do with consumer users and the absolutely critical report about the column ADC patent, also mentioned by Angkorwat in the same posting doesn't?
The ADC patent might mean that maybe finally Canon puts out some state of art sensors again, ones maybe even better than Exmor since they may also have the best DR at high ISO too.
This was the important part of Ankor's posting:
Perhaps because no one understands it?
Someone asked essentially that on the other thread and instead all that we got were snide comments about Ankor. Seriously, I understand that it is fun for some on this forum to play into his obsessions and goad him into arguments, but it would be nice if someone would also take a little time and explain what this patent means.


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At approximately 6:00 this morning, San Juan County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to the scene of a traffic accident. The accident occurred on US 64 near County Road 6800.
A white pickup truck was traveling eastbound on US 64 when it crossed the median and struck a black SUV traveling westbound. The driver of the pickup is a 40 year-old male. He suffered non-life threatening injuries and was transported to San Juan Regional Medical Center.
The SUV had three occupants in it at the time of the accident. The driver of the SUV was a 37 year-old male who was pronounced dead at the scene. A 20 year-old female passenger was also pronounced dead at the scene. A 5 month-old female infant was also in the SUV and was flown to Albuquerque. The medical condition of the infant is now listed in critical but stable condition. Medical personnel are optimistic that she will survive her injuries.
The cause of the accident is still being investigated. Preliminary reports indicate that alcohol does not appear to have been a factor in the accident.


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On Feb. 5, the madness known as college football recruiting will cease - for next year's freshmen anyway. The best players will be handed a National Letter of Intent, sign it, and in some cases end a courtship that has lasted for more than four years.
It's a great moment for those with desired athletic skills. They are envied by major universities who offer free educations just for a pledge to play football on Saturdays. But signing day can also be terrible for those kids who aren't equipped to handle the adulation, let alone make one of the biggest decisions of their lives.
College football recruiting has been compared to dating. Some matches seem perfect and work out. Others get off to a good start until one partner gets a wandering eye.
Before National Signing Day, student athletes may commit to a university. Their declarations sound permanent, even though we have learned they don't carry the force of law or even the stamp of one's integrity. Social media is inundated with stories of "flippers and switchers," ones who commit to one school, then jump to another.
One website that follows college football, Saturday Down South, reports there have been 60 de-commitments among prospects involving Southeastern Conference teams this fall - with more to follow. It's no different for other conferences in other parts of the country.
Tom Lemming, a nationwide recruiting analyst, said the practice of de-commiting has become epidemic. There's no single explanation as to why.
Can you blame the high school phenom who just can't get enough all-expense-paid trips to college campuses? Or do you blame recruiters whose teams' success - and their own livelihoods - depend on getting the right players?The answer is both.
Highly touted players are easily swayed by coaches with winning personalities and strong sales pitches. Absent the guidance of a parent or high school coach, a young player can quickly succumb to the pressure to commit.


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As of Thursday, January 31, 2013
© Copyright 2014 Clayton News Daily
By Kelsey Cochran
JONESBORO — A Rex man will appear in court for the first time today after he was arrested this week for allegedly raping his girlfriend in October.
Michael Angelo Sanchez, 27, is accused of sexually assaulting the 21-year-old woman, hitting her and refusing to let her leave after she refused to let him borrow her car, according to an arrest warrant.
Police said Sanchez became belligerent and threatened to kill the woman's father and employer, then forced her to have sex with him in the parking lot of a Morrow movie theater, the warrant said.
He was arrested about noon Thursday by the Clayton County Sheriff's Office on charges of rape, aggravated assault and two counts each of false imprisonment and simple battery.
Sanchez is scheduled to appear before a Clayton County Magistrate judge at 10 a.m. Friday.
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