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Lawmakers got a visit from doctors and hospital leaders from across the state Tuesday.
They were there urging them to reconsider a bill that they believe would hit hospitals hard.
House Bill 563 would extend a Medicaid funding stream to hospitals and determine how long lawmakers would decide to keep it going.
More than 100 hospital representatives showed up in Montgomery on Tuesday wanting lawmakers to reconsider.
Most are unaware the hospital portion of Medicaid is completely funded by hospitals themselves.
Hospitals that are public, private or state-owned then pay an assessment, which the state then takes to the federal government to match the cost.
This process has been renewed for years, but then lawmakers introduced HB-563, which would renew this process for the next five years.
Hospital leaders responded with a resounding "no" because with all the current changes happening to Medicaid at the federal level, hospitals can't commit to a five year deal that may change, and in turn they could be left on the hook for care costs.
Lawmakers understood their concerns and agreed. The bill is now being re-drafted with only a three year renewal. After the second year, lawmakers can go back and factor in any changes made at the federal level with the Obama administration's healthcare reform.
"Medicaid cannot survive without this hospital assessment program. It's just too fundamental to the healthcare delivery system, so everybody sat down and understands and we are in total agreement on everything now," said Danne Howard with Alabama Hospital Association.
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"Attitude Adjustment" Ground floor near pool in Santa Rosa Beach
- bedrooms 2
- baths 2
- sleeps 8
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed no
- type Condo
- community Gulf Place
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 625 - $ 1,365 / week
vacation rental description
"Attitude Adjustment"---Relax and Recharge at Gulf Place Caribbean.
Come enjoy this beautifully decorated ground floor unit #104. With
no stairs or elevators to deal with the location is great for
families and retirees. Step right off the patio to the heated
pool/hot tub gate or to the deck equipped with charcoal grills.
This 2 bedroom condo sleeps 6-8 comfortably with two queen beds, a
queen sleeper sofa, and 2 bunk beds recessed into the hall--Great
for kids! The fully stocked kitchen will lend you all the comforts
of home.
Enjoy the use of 3 pools with hot tubs. One pool (heated) is just
6 steps from the patio. There are three deeded beach accesses only
50 yards away (half of a football field). With no high rises
allowed in Santa Rosa, there is no traffic and the beach is peaceful
and quiet.
Escape from the beach and stroll through the Town Center where you
will enjoy quaint shops and restaurants. There is a grassy
amphitheatre where outdoor concerts are held or where kids can play
ball or frisbee. Everything is within walking distance.
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property availability
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Last modified on 07-9-2014 at 4:18 PM.
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Susan Parkerson 205-664-8821
condo rental amenities
The amenities are as follows:
Washer/dryer, Air Conditioning, Heated, Linens Provided, Microwave,
Coffee Maker, Blender, Stereo, CD Player, 2 TV's, 2 VCR's, 3 Pools
(two heated), 2 Hot Tubs, 3 Deeded Beach Accesses
activities and attractions in Santa Rosa Beach Gulf Coast North
Activities on site:
2 Tennis Courts, Shuffleboard, Lawn Croquet, Basketball Goal,
Walking/Running Trail, Biking, Shopping---Quaint shops in the Town
Center (Butterfly Bikes and Kayaks, SOHO, Bank), Fun Restaurants (Smiling Fish Cafe, Amore
Pizzeria, Keylime Cafe, Miss Lucille's Gossip
Parlor-Coffee, ice Cream and desserts), Free Internet Access at Miss
Lucille's Gossip Parlor, free Wi-Fi in the unit, Golf is within one
mile at the Santa Rosa
Golf Club, Outdoor concerts in the summer in the amphitheatre,
Sunday morning church service on the beach with Pastor Ray Angerman
and his guitar.
vacation rental rates
Early Spring 3-1 to 3-11 $155.00/ngt $885.00/wk
Spring Break 3-12 to 4-15 $198.00/ngt $1035.00/wk
Late Spring 4-16 to 5-25 $155.00/ngt $885.00/wk
Summer 5-26 to 8-05 $228.00/ngt $1365.00/wk
Late Summer 8-06 to 8-31 $155.00/ngt $885.00/wk
Labor Day 9-01 to 9-05 $175.00/ngt $885.00/wk
Fall 9-6 to 10-31 $148.00/ngt $625.00/wk
Winter 11-1 to 2-28 $139.00/ngt $625.00/wk
Susan Parkerson 205-664-8821
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Excellent in a dark room!
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Comments about Epson Home Cinema 8345-R:
The 8345 has been installed for about a week. I must be lucky in that I haven't seen $5-$10K projectors to compare it to, so I'm very pleased with the picture. I did tweak a few settings after reading a pro reviewer's comments. Its a great deal!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Great value
By Ocker
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I have the projector mounted on the ceiling, mount location was pre-determined. Really glad I went with this as the range of zoom and shift adjustments are great, did not realize that until I dug into the detailed specs of a number of projectors. Glad I did not go with DLP type competitive products that have much more limited shift and zoom capabilities, that would not have worked with my setup. The only negative is that the shift controls feel a bit light, but once set it works really well.I am really happy with the purchase at this point.
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Excellent entry level projector
By Steve W
from Redlands, CA
About Me Movie Enthusiast
I use this for movies, netflix, apple TV, video games...pretty much everything. Excellent picture quality at a very reasonable price. Placement options are also very flexible due to the high magnification rate and lens shift. Basically you can put it anywhere and adjust it so that it fits the screen. Projectors at twice the price can't do this. Very pleased = )


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Tiger Woods and his ex-caddie Steve Williams apparently patched things up after Woods and Williams' current employer, Adam Scott, finished their final rounds at the British Open on Sunday.
The two, who teamed up to win 13 of 14 major championships before Woods sacked Williams in 2011, shook hands on the 18th green, shared a few words, and parted after Williams gave Tiger a friendly pat on the back.
"It was [more than perfunctory pleasantries]," Woods told reporters after another disappointing finish (T6) in a major for the owner of 14 major titles. "He was saying it was a good fight out there today."
Williams looped for Woods for 13 years before they had a rancorous falling out and Scott hired the veteran bagman. Shortly after adding Williams to his team, Scott won the 2011 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational but was upstaged by his caddie, who took an indirect, but intentional shot at his former boss.
"I've been a caddie for 33 years," Williams boasted to CBS following Scott's victory, which left Woods 18 strokes back of the Australian, "and that's been the best week of my life ...The greatest week of my life."
A few months later, Williams was forced to apologize for using a racist taunt to describe his glee at Scott's win at Firestone.
"My aim was to shove it right up that black ar*****e," he said in China during an awards dinner.
Scott credited Williams with helping him make a critical putt during his Masters playoff triumph over Angel Cabrera in April. Woods, who is slated for a reunion with Scott and Williams at next month's Bridgestone event, remains on a quest for his 15th major.
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Hello everyone! We promised we'd give you warning when the tickets to Vida Vegan Con were dwindling, and the time is now. We're down to the final* 10 general registration tickets for sale—so open your wallets and run as fast as you can to the PayPal!
*Asterisk time! As Michele mentioned on our last post, we're going to crunch numbers and open up any tickets available as we see fit. This is our first year, and we have to keep our numbers under maximum capacity with all our attendees, speakers, sponsors, tablers, volunteers, entertainment, and more—so we'll do what we can. Expect Weekend Registration ticket giveaways on our top sponsors' websites and elsewhere…including the organizers' own blogs, starting with Get Sconed! in coming weeks.
We are incredibly appreciative of the amount of interest and support from the vegan blogging community, and whether you're in the front row or watching a talk livestream, we want you there! And if you're interested in speaking at future conferences, come check it out!


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Nepal: Development and Social Change
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Educational Excursions
Please note that in order to take advantage of dynamic learning opportunities, program excursions may occasionally vary.
Time outside the Kathmandu Valley is a major component of the program. Students take advantage of this through two excursions during the semester, one to the middle hills (in fall) or Terai (in spring) and another to the Himalayas. Nepal is a country containing part of the Gangetic Plains in the south and the highest point on earth (Mt. Everest) in the north, all within a distance of 120 kilometers. The tremendous biological, geological, cultural, linguistic, social, and religious diversity of the country can only be understood by visiting these different areas. Excursions allow students to better contextualize topics discussed during the seminar by experiencing for themselves the lived experiences of local populations and the on-the-ground realities of development.
Language learning and practical use are emphasized on all excursions, and SIT Nepal's experienced language staff accompanies students on all major trips. Classes are held daily and can often be very intensive. A field-based approach to learning, focusing on developing interdisciplinary field research skills, is stressed as preparation for the Independent Study Project.
Excursions vary from semester to semester but may include visiting some of the following locations:
The village of Sauraha, in the buffer zone of the Chitwan National Park (spring semesters)
Through directed fieldwork around the village of Sauraha, in the Chitwan district of the Terai, students visit numerous NGOs, community-based organizations, tourist operations, indigenous villages, community forests, business entrepreneurs, and the Chitwan National Park Headquarters. Students gain a heightened understanding of the trends of adaptation, growth, and balance around the park. Before returning to Kathmandu, students experience one of the world's premier national parks on an elephant safari, searching out the endangered Asian one-horned rhino, many species of deer, monkeys, wild elephants, birds, and if they are very lucky, leopards and tigers.
The middle hills, Palpa (fall semesters)
Between the high Himalayas and the jungle flood plains is the middle hills region of Nepal, but only in Nepal would these mountains be called "hills." Often seen as the traditional bedrock of Nepali culture, the middle hills contain incredible natural and cultural diversity. Students visit traditional towns that are still in the process of changing from way stations along the old Himalayan trade routes into modern administrative centers. Amidst terraced fields, students investigate the dynamics of tradition and modernity and see firsthand the results of development interventions and changing social relations. Through directed fieldwork around the town of Tansen and village of Madanpokhara, in the Palpa district in the middle hills, students visit community forestry user groups, a community radio station, Dhaka cloth factories, mother's groups, and coffee grower cooperatives, among other locations.
A Nepali rural village
During an excursion to a Himalayan village, usually in the Annapurna or Everest regions, students have the opportunity to observe firsthand the effects of tourism, development, and modernization on fragile mountain communities. Students examine the unique development challenges that gravity defines for Nepal. The village varies from semester to semester but the parameters of the fieldwork focus on similar issues: ecotourism, sustainability of development efforts in mountain areas, local culture and religion, and economic links.
Trekking in the Himalayas
As part of the village excursion, students trek from two to four days in some of the most majestic and beautiful areas in the world. Sometimes going as high as 13,000 feet, students experience Himalayan culture and its beautiful and dramatic manifestations. Most trekking in Nepal follows ancient trade routes from village to village and though most trekking involves short days on the trail, Nepal is a mountainous country and some days can involve steep uphill climbs.
Note: Excursion details are subject to change due to country conditions.
Duration: 15 weeks
Program Base: Kathmandu
Language Study: Nepali
Prerequisites: None
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An East Texas man will be put to death on April 9 for the capital murder of a Tyler man and sexual assault of that man's fiance.
In 1993, a Smith County jury found Rickey Lynn Lewis guilty of killing George Newman during a home burglary. Lewis was sentenced to death. After two decades of appeals, Lewis will receive the lethal injection in 90 days. It'll finally be justice Newman's fiance, Connie Hilton, has waited a long time to see.
On Thursday, Connie re-told the story of that horrific night."I had gotten up to check the dogs because of the way they were barking, and I saw a man in the hallway with a shotgun. And, I started screaming," said Connie. Connie's screams brought her fiance, George Newman, rushing to her aid. But Lewis shot and killed him, then put Connie through a violent hour of torture. "I could hear the other two men talking while they were taking things out of the house and he was raping me while they were doing that. I was taken into the kitchen and tied with my hands and legs behind me and told that somebody would find us in the morning," Connie saidLewis didn't leave then. He assaulted Connie again, killed her dog and stole her truck. Connie eventually was able to get loose and crawl to her fiance, but he was dead. Determined to do something, Connie crawled out of a window, got in a truck and drove to a local store.
"I ran into a few trees because I was afraid to turn the lights on," Connie said.Seeing Lewis in court Thursday leaves Connie hoping that this time will be the last time he walks away. Even after all these years, Connie said, "I'm determined to be a victor, not a victim.""It's the justice system. Justice. For victims. It's taken entirely too long," Connie said. When then-district attorney Jack Skeen, Jr., first prosecuted the case, Lewis was sentenced to death row twice. Then, Lewis claimed he was mentally challenged in hopes of halting his execution. "He has now had two state courts and he has had two federal courts look at this and say, 'We've looked at this, we've reviewed the evidence and clearly you're not mentally retarded,'" said Smith County District Attorney Matt Bingham.
Bingham says Lewis' decades of appeals have cost Smith County tax payers a significant amount of money, including Connie.
"I'm a taxpayer. I'm supporting the man that killed my fiance," Connie said.
"We're ready, finally, for this to be over with and for him to be executed," said Bingham.
But for Connie, Lewis' execution won't be the end."It's just one chapter closing, but not it will never be total closure... never be over," she said.
Connie credits God, her family and friends for helping her make it through, but she says she will always feel like she never got a chance to tell her fiance goodbye.
Smith County District Attorney Matt Bingham says they're very thankful Judge Kennedy set Lewis' execution for as soon as she did. Connie Hilton says she will attend the execution.
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carb problem?
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carb problem?
I think something is wrong with the carb on my 100. Sometimes it runs really good then it will start sounding like it is starving for gas. You can pull the choke out a little and most of the time it will smooth out. I usually peck on the bowl of the carb and it will smooth out for a while. The guy I bought it from had put a new carb on it in the last couple of years. He said it was a singer carb but I think I can see Zenith on the side of it. Any info will be appreciated.
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Re: carb problem?
Sounds like you have some dirt floating around in the fuel system. A thorough cleaning of the tank and lines is in order and the carb should be dis-assembled and cleaned.
If you can't fix it with a hammer, you've got an electrical problem.
My wife says I don't listen to her. - - - - - - - - Or something like that!
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http://www.cleancomputes.com/Cub/Blue%2 ... System.htm
Above link is to GSS-1132, Fuel Systems. Includes the Zenith carburetors.
At the top of the page, click on manuals.
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Re: carb problem?
The Zenith has the high speed jet very low in the carburetor and any "gum" from the gasoline accumulates there. Any Zenith carburetor service must give special attention to that area.
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Thanks for the info.
1955 100 Farmall
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Re: carb problem?
I would think that the Carb might be a Carter UT carb? If so then this might be of some use :
Full Size Scan
My buddy Gord's Super A has a Carter on it. Possibe that yours may be the same.
Check this thread as well : Super C carb question
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The 100 should have a Zenith
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Re: carb problem?
If it is a Zenith carb it should be marked on the Bottom. I had Problems with mine on my Super A and replaced it because I found out that the Bushings were shot, also I replaced the Glass Bowl, which wasn't venting properly with a Straight Fitting and a Shut off in the line. Been Running great ever since. Look at the Close ups of My carb in this video and you can compare them. I also did a follow up video showing the new set up. Good Luck, DanO'
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Re: carb problem?
Thanks for all the info. After seeing the pictures I am pretty sure it is a Zenith.
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Adrian Thomas, the man at the center of the award-winning documentary "Scenes of a Crime" (Filmmaker Magazine's Best Film Not Playing at a Theater Near You, Grand Jury Prize Winner at Full Frame and DOC NYC), has not been granted an appeal, a state court has ruled, according to reports. The compelling documentary, which opens in New York on Friday, offers a strong case for Thomas' innocence and striking scientific evidence that suggests Thomas was wrongly convicted and a confession was coerced by police.
In upholding the conviction, the Appellate Division, rejected Thomas' claim that investigators used "false promises, misrepresentations and threats" during nine hours of interrogation that took place over two days.
"This is a huge setback for him and his legal team," co-director Grover Babcock tells me. "In essence, the five justices said that the conduct of the original trial was acceptable, but reading the ruling suggests they were not at all disturbed by the interrogation procedures, or willing to consider that the verdict was mistaken."
On the "Scenes of a Crime" website, they include an unofficial transcript from the appellate proceedings that they argue highlights the lack of evidence implicating Adrian Thomas, outside of the disputed confession statements:
Justice Egan Jr.: Is there any direct evidence of the defendant's guilt, other than the statements he made to the police?
ADA Gordon Eddy: No, no: I will concede that your honor that this case would not have been legally sufficient without the defendant's test – without the defendant's confession.
Justice Egan Jr.: So if the confession – the statement goes out –
ADA Eddy: I think the –
Justice Egan Jr.: The conviction fails?
Justice Malone Jr.: Whether or not we dismiss the indictment?
ADA Eddy: Right.
Justice Malone Jr.: This isn't going to trial – this isn't going to trial again without the defendant's –
ADA Eddy: I can't speak to what the people in my office would do, but my own assessment is that without the confession we'd have a very steep uphill climb. That said I think the confession was properly admitted.
Adrian Thomas's defense attorneys continue to pursue his appeal, though New York courts are under no obligation to consider further claims.
sharon | October 13, 2013 7:34 AM
I too saw the show and appalled at what happened here. The medical evidence shows that
this was a twin delivery and there was some trauma with that delivery which might have started the activity in the the scull. (forceps)Then the child got a bacterial pneumonia which is documented and that condition deteriorated and actually took the life of the baby. Adrian Thomas did not cause that infection and that was most definitely the demise in the death of the baby. If Adrian Thomas dropped or did not place that baby in the crib right , that should not be the deciding factor, if anything to be charged for Adrian Thomas should only be a first charge of child neglect/abuse not murder.I work in a medical field and know what bacteria can do and how powerful it can be. The medical experts should have been pushed more for the evidence that they had verses the integration of the police and the unjust antics they used. They made him say what they wanted to hear.
Rod | April 16, 2012 7:14 PM
I saw documentary and was shocked that such a thing could happen in this country.All of the scientific evidence was ignored and the tortured confession of this innocent man was used to convict him for doing nothing wrong.Shame on the judge, jury and prosecution but the biggest shame is on the filthy police officers who tortured this man for 10 hours straight.God help us.
Kerry | March 26, 2012 10:25 PM
Words cannot describe how tragic Adrian's story is, but truth always prevails and so will he.


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Register MarioKart 8 and claim a free download code for one of these games. Registration open May 30th 2014 - July 31st 2014.Age from 3 years.
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1. You'll need a Club Nintendo PIN code for the game Mario Kart 8. It can be found inside the packaging of Mario Kart 8 software.
2. Register the Club Nintendo PIN code for Mario Kart 8 in www.club-nintendo.com between 10.00 on May 30th 2014 and 23.59 on July 31st 2014. (UK Time)
3. Log in to Club Nintendo 48 hours later and click the Mario Kart 8 Bonus Game Promotion Banner to proceed. Choose which of the eligible games you wish to receive a download code for. The request of a download code must be completed by 23.59 on August 31st 2014. The Download Code will be sent to the email address registered in your Club Nintendo account within 48 hours. Members of Club Nintendo below the age of 12 will not be able to request a download code for games rated 12 +.
4. The Download Code can be used to download the game from Nintendo eShop to any Wii U Console. Depending on the Wii U hardware pack you own an additional storage device may be required to download software from Nintendo eShop. Club Nintendo Terms & Conditions apply. The Nintendo Network Agreement & Privacy Policy apply. Visit www.nintendo-europe.com for more information.
With its stunning high definition graphics, The Legend of Zelda: The Windwaker HD for Wii U lets you experience high seas adventure like never before.
Guide the hero Link as he sails the Great Sea in search of his kidnapped sister in this definitive version of the game which has been thoroughly remastered in stunning 1080p HD graphics.
Fight fearsome enemies and seek out the legendary Triforce using the streamlined interface that makes the game even easier to play on the Wii U's revolutionary GamePad (available separately).
The game is motion-sensitive, meaning all you have to do is move the GamePad to look around the game world and aim your bow, hookshot or telescope!
If you fancy a tougher challenge, play the game in Hero Mode where it's harder to regain your health after a battle, and where the enemy does double the damage.
You can also access Nintendo's online network – the Miiverse – and share pictures, game tips and messages with other players around the world.
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Super Mario 3D World for the Wii U gives you multiplayer fun as well as stunning graphics that really bring the Mushroom Kingdom to life.
This latest entry in the series of 3D Mario action games is accessible to everyone, which is perfect for family fun or sharing with friends.
The game supports multi-player with up to 4 players - in addition to Mario, Luigi and Toad, you can now play as Princess Peach too! You can help or hinder each other through the game to add to the entertainment.
Super Mario 3D World also includes a new power-up, Cat Mario. This form brings with it new abilities, such as climbing walls and attacking enemies with your claws.
Please note: Nintendo Wii U titles are not compatible with standard Wii consoles.
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Help Donkey Kong and his friends get back their home from Vikings in the Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze game from Retro Studios. All the challenging ground-pounding, barrel-blasting and mine cart action from the Donkey Kong Country series is back, along with a bushel of new game-play elements and features. Features: Dixie Kong is back to join the adventure as a playable character alongside Diddy Kong. Either can buddy up with Donkey Kong, and each character offers a different game-play experience. Explore new dynamic levels that twist, turn and transform in new ways. Plus enjoy spectacular views from the dynamic rotating camera.
On their journey to reclaim Donkey Kong Island, Donkey Kong and his friends travel across five islands with a variety of stages that include underwater areas and frozen environments. Enhance Donkey Kong's exploration and unlock secrets with a new move that involves "plucking" items right out of the ground. Team up with friends in a cooperative multiplayer mode that lets two players share in the fun together.
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Nintendo Wii U Disney Infinity 2.0 - Marvel Superheroes Starter Pack
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In Disney Infinity Play without Limits 2.0 you will have the freedom to create your own stories and play experiences starring some of your favourite Disney Infinity 2.0 Marvel Super Heroes. Discover the epic adventures in the Play sets or create your own worlds and challenges in Toy Box Mode.
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The Disney Infinity Starter Pack for the Wii U lets you step into some of your favourite Disney and Pixar worlds and play with your heroes.
Place your Disney Infinity Figures onto the Disney Infinity Base to jump into original adventures in the worlds of Pirates of the Caribbean, The Incredibles and the Monsters University.
Play the role of top Monster scarer Sulley, swash your buckle as Captain Jack Sparrow, or take on the world's leading villains as Mr. Incredible as you battle enemies, solve puzzles, overcome obstacles and complete a variety of quests.
The Disney Infinity Starter Pack also gives you the opportunity to create your own world. Unlock characters, buildings, weapons, gadgets and more, then use the Infinity Toy Box to mix them all up and create your own game. Share your one-of-a-kind creations with your friends with up to 4-player co-op play!
You also have the option of adding new Disney Infinity Play sets and figures (available separately). Or take your Disney Infinity experience to a whole new level with Disney Infinity Power Discs (see item 37MW6) and an all new way to unlock character powers, fun gadgets and new ways to customise your world.
The Disney Infinity Starter Pack includes:
- Disney Infinity videogame
- Disney Infinity Base
- Figures of Mr. Incredible, Jack Sparrow and Sulley
- Disney Infinity Power Disc
- Unique web codes to unlock content online
A 3-pack of Disney Infinity Sidekicks is also available featuring Mrs Incredible, Captain Barbossa and Mike Wazowski - see item number 37MW3.
Skylanders Trap Team Starter Pack for Wii U
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Capture Evil. Unleash Good. Kaos has blown up the walls of the feared Cloudcracker Prison freeing the most notorious villains in Skylands. It's up to you and the Skylanders to find and capture them. Using Traptanium, a magic material that can harness the power of the Elements , you have the amazing ability to trap the villains and return them to Skylands to fight for you! Begin the ultimate adventure as you explore Skylands in search of the escaped villains!
Traptanium Portal: Place the Skylanders on the new Traptanium Portal and bring the Skylanders to life.
Trap Master Skylanders: Trap Master Skylanders are the ultimate trappers with powerful Traptanium weapons.
All New Skylanders: The Skylanders each have their own unique abilities and powers.
Traps: Defeat and capture villains in the Traps and then use the villains on the side of good.
Character Collector Poster: Build the ultimate Trap Team - over 60 Skylanders to collect and 40+ villains to capture.
Sticker Sheets with Secret Codes: Enjoy stickers of your favourite Skylanders. Place the names and codes on the Character Collect Poster to track your collection. The secret codes can be used in the Skylanders Lost Islands and Skylanders Collection Vault. Apps. Trading Cards. Learn more about each Skylander's powers and abilities.
Starter pack includes:
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The Super Mario Bros are back for more hectic fun in New Super Mario Bros U!
Mario and friends (including your own Mii character) take to the Mushroom Kingdom once again, this time in glorious HD for Nintendo's latest instalment in the Super Mario Bros franchise.
Packed full of brand new levels, challenges, secrets and exciting encounters, Super Mario Bros. U is the headline game for the Nintendo Wii U (console sold separately - item number 28AWQ) and makes the most of the new second screen and touch technology by allowing up to 5 players to game simultaneously.
Other new features include a freezing power up that lets you trap enemies in blocks of ice and the new Baby Yoshi character who can be inflated like a balloon and thrown about.
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Just Dance 2014 is the latest instalment of the globally popular party game and now features a competitive online feature to up the excitement.
With the hottest hits and exciting new features, you can bust out your best moves and get in shape while having fun.
Dance to over 40 new tracks, including including Psy's Gentleman, Olly Murs' Troublemaker, David Guetta's She Wolf, One Direction's Kiss You and Michael Jackson's Blame It On The Boogie.
Just Dance 2014 is now even more social, as you will be able to join Just Dancers all over the world through the whole new feature: the World Dance Floor. Own the spotlight with your friends! With the new onstage mode, you can dance and sing at the same time with your backing dancers, as if you were really performing in front of a audience.
Please note: Nintendo Wii U titles are not compatible with standard Wii consoles.
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Shape up for fitness and fun with the Nintendo Wii U Wii Fit U.
Get up an get moving with Wii Fit U – all your favourite exercises from Wii Fit Plus as well as new exercises that incorporate the Wii U GamePad (available separately) in interesting and fun ways.
Track your daily activity with the Fit Meter (included) – take it with you wherever you go to record data such as steps taken and elevation climbed – then feed that data automatically to your Wii Fit U game to monitor your progress.
You can use the GamePad to check personal information such as weight, without displaying it on the big screen.
You can even transfer saved data from your previous Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus games.
Useful info:
- Nintendo Wii U Wii Fit U
- More than 20 new activities and exercises
- Including some of your old favourites
- Fit Meter included – track your data throughout your day
- Transfer saved data from old Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus games
- Friends and family can take turns using their own Mii characters
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Please note: Nintendo Wii U titles are not compatible with standard Wii consoles.
Fire up your lightsabre for adventures in a galaxy far, far away with Angry Birds Star Wars for Nintendo Wii U.
Rebel birds battle against a deadly galactic menace – the evil Empire and its sinister Pigtroopers. This fun game combines classic Angry Birds gameplay with the excitement that only the Star Wars universe can provide for fun, frolics and the Force!
Across 130 levels, from the deserts of Tatooine to the depths of the Pig Star, this intergalactic adventure sees you use the Force, wield your lightsaber, blast away pigtroopers and ultimately face the terrifying Pig Vader.
Can you become a Jedi master and restore freedom to the galaxy? Good luck, and may the birds be with you!
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School of Dance & Music Nashville & Mt. Juliet has taught two generations of youngsters poise, grace, and athletic skills. More than that, it has helped students learn the art and discipline of dance and music. Students can enjoy achieving a certain level of fitness, discipline, and excellence in an environment which nurtures the whole student. Both students and teachers demonstrate an enthusiasm and passion for dance and music that is outstanding.
Today, over 600 students, from 18 months to adults, learn the art of dance and music. The recently added music division was begun to compliment the dance program and offer the same top quality instruction in music. The school bustles with scores of young students experiencing the joy and discipline that is in both a dancer and musician's life. In keeping with our commitment to the community, we offer a 10 percent discount to the second child in a family enrolled in the school, and a 25 percent discount to the third child.
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"My daughter Jordan has been dancing with the School of Dance & Music for almost four years now. She has loved every minute of it. The teachers are knowledgeable about dance, and teach in fun and creative ways. Her favorite parts of the year have to be performance times. She can't wait to get out on the stage with the lights and the audience, she has a blast! I have been pleased with the variety of class options available, as well as the options on times for classes. We are very happy to be with Nashville School of Dance."
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"We find the school to be just the nurturing yet creative environment we want for our daughter. Kan sat on my lap (having just turned four) for our first classes with Ms. Beth — now she runs in with her friends, loyal, accepting of different friendships, and proud of herself. The TPAC stage has been an invaluable part of her experience. She takes pride in her accomplishments without any stress to be perfect. She enjoys the creativity and professionalism of the older children, and after the stage performances she practices many amusing and creative dance moves at home. We look forward to many more years of dancing fun. "
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A Mansfield, LA man wanted for allegedly shooting his girlfriend has been captured in Vicksburg, Mississippi. According to the Vicksburg Police Department, officers executed an arrest warrant for 73-year-old James Lee Barber at a relative's home in Vicksburg on Saturday afternoon. They say Mansfield police had requested their help in apprehending Barber, who is accused of shooting his live-in girlfriend in the back with a shotgun and fleeing the state. Vicksburg police say a weapon believed to have been used in the shooting was recovered at the scene. According to police, Barber was found hiding in a closet at the relative's home in Vicksburg and taken into custody without incident. Barber was processed and taken to the Warren County Jail pending an extradition hearing in municipal court.
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Language warning (drops the F-bomb). Mildly safe for work.
Alabama once again showed what they can't do. They can't make plays in clutch time. They can't shoot three-pointers at an acceptable rate. They can't get out of their own way. They can't get any production down low. They can't stop good players from beating them. They can't win if the opponent scores 65 or more points. And finally, they just can't win any games right now.
They are not closers....
This one play pretty much sums up the entire season— Down three points with 20 seconds left Retin Obasohan drove the lane and attempted a wild lay-up that wasn't close to going in.
Again, They are not closers....
The team shot 4-17 from three point range with Rodney Cooper hitting three of the four. Arkansas' freshman Bobby Portis almost beat 'Bama by himself scoring 35 points, grabbing nine rebounds and blocking six shots. At one point Portis had 29 of the Hog's 35 points. This is one game after Tennessee's Jordan McRae and Jarnell Stokes beat the Tide by combining for 48 points. The Tide falls to 0-12 this season when the opposition scores at least 65 points. And as far as winning games, with the loss 'Bama drops its third straight game and falls to 9-13 overall and 3-6 in the SEC. Arkansas improved to 14-8, also 3-6 in conference play.
The Tide had their customary slow start, although for the first time in five games they didn't fall behind 7-0 or more before scoring. This time, it was just 6-0. Following a theme that would reoccur throughout the game, Shannon Hale hit a free throw for 'Bama's first point but missed the second.
Bama was able to get a big half from Cooper, who had 13 points at halftime and a Levi Randolph jumper at the buzzer gave the Tide a 26-24 lead at intermission. Portis had 19 points for the Razorbacks at halftime.
The rest of the Arkansas team shot 1-23 in the first half. 1 for 23 and Bama only had a two point lead.
The second half began with an energetic start by Alabama, stretching the lead to five points, before Portis scored the first 11 points for Arkansas in the half. The game went back and forth for much of the second half, with the lead changing hands on numerous occasions. 'Bama last had the lead at 44-43 with 8:47 left, and missed several chances to get the lead back. (Where have we heard that before?)
Arkansas got the lead to 60-53 with 1:45 left, but the Tide got a layup from Nick Jacobs and a three from Releford to stay within striking distance. When Jacorey Williams missed the front end of a one and one, the Tide had a chance to tie with 20 seconds left, but Obasahon made his wild drive to the basket, missing on a shot that never had a chance. A Cooper or Releford three attempt might have been the better choice in that situation.
'Bama shot 21-59 from the field (35.6 %), while Arkansas was 22-57 (38.6%). The Tide actually shot better from three point range than the Hog's, 4-17, compared to 1-13 for Arkansas. The deciding factor was the free throw line, as the Tide shot a miserable 12-20 (60%), including missing the front end of several one and ones. Arkansas was 20-25 (80%).
Individually Cooper had a big night with 22 points and 10 rebounds. Releford scored in double figures for the 23rd game in a row with 12. Algie Key had his best game in several weeks, scoring eight points and helping out handling the ball against the Arkansas pressure defense. Starting center Carl Engstrom had zero points and one rebound. Jimmie Taylor had two rebounds and zero points, and our third inside guy Jacobs contributed three points and three rebounds. None of the three were effective slowing down Portis. Other than Cooper and Releford no one played anywhere near winning basketball.
Much like the Tide, Arkansas is a night and day team at home and away. The Hog's average about 87 points a game at home and about 67 on the road. They actually looked pretty bad tonight, and if not for Portis wouldn't have had a chance. That being said a close loss to a mediocre team is not a positive. The game was closer than our two blow out losses last week, but it is de ja vu all over again, as Yogi Berra would say. 'Bama plays hard, 'Bama gets close, 'Bama can't close the deal. Thats the story of the season.
Roll Tide Y'all, hang in there, it has to (eventually) get better.


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CATEGORIES Drama, Sports, Casting, Deals, New Releases, Scripts, Newsstand, Movies, New Releases, CinematicalJesse Owens was one of the greatest sports legends of all time. His 4 gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics made history -- and shamed the Nazi party and their repulsive theories of a 'master race'. Despite his achievements at the Olympics, Owens still struggled with racism at home; "I wasn't invited to shake hands with Hitler, but I wasn't invited to the White House to shake hands with the President ,either".
Variety has announced that Milkshake Films (Goal) have signed Anthony Mackie (Freedomland) to portray Owens in the upcoming biopic Jesse: The True Story of J.C Owens. A director hasn't been chosen yet to shoot the James L. White (Ray) script, but Milkshake Films is expected to announce a director soon.
It's amazing to me that it took this long to make a film about Jesse Owens. So far there has only been one TV special that aired in 1984, whose cast included LeVar Burton and Tom Bosley -- that's right, Mr. Cunningham from Happy Days -- not exactly a fitting tribute.
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Scripture Reference:John 2:1-11
Wedding at Cana - Story Summary:
Jesus of Nazareth took time out to attend a wedding feast in the village of Cana, with his mother, Mary, and his first few disciples.
Jewish weddings were steeped in tradition and ritual. One of the customs was providing an extravagant feast for guests. Something went wrong at this wedding, however, because they ran out of wine early. In that culture, such a miscalculation would have been a great humiliation for the bride and groom.
Mary turned to Jesus and said,
"They have no more wine."
"Dear woman, why do you involve me?" Jesus replied. "My time has not yet come."
His mother said to the servants, "Do whatever he tells you." (John 2:3-5, NIV)
Nearby were six stone jars filled with water used for ceremonial washing. Jews cleansed their hands, cups, and vessels with water before meals. Each large pot held from 20 to 30 gallons.
Jesus told the servants to fill the jars with water. He ordered them to draw some out and take it to the master of the banquet, who was in charge of food and drink. The master was unaware of Jesus' turning the water in the jars into wine.
The steward was astounded. He took the bride and groom aside and complimented them. Most couples served the best wine first, he said, then brought out cheaper wine after the guests had too much to drink and would not notice. "You have saved the best till now," he told them (John 2:10, NIV).
By this miraculous sign, Jesus revealed his glory as the Son of God. His amazed disciples put their faith in him.
Points of Interest from the Story:
- The exact location of Cana is still debated by Bible scholars. The name means "place of reeds." In the present day village of Kafr Cana in Israel stands the Greek Orthodox church of St. George, built in 1886. In that church are two stone jars which locals claim are two of the jars used in Jesus' first miracle.
- Several Bible translations, including the King James Version and English Standard Version, record Jesus addressing his mother as "woman," which some have characterized as brusque. The New International Version adds the adjective "dear" before woman.
- Earlier in the Gospel of John, we are told that Jesus called Nathaniel, who was born in Cana, and "saw" Nathaniel sitting under a fig tree even before they met. The wedding couple's names are not mentioned, but because Cana was a small village, it's likely they had some connection to Nathaniel.
- This miracle, showing Jesus' supernatural control over physical elements like water, marked the beginning of his public ministry. Like his other miracles, it benefited people in need.
- Not only did Jesus produce a large quantity of wine, but the quality of it astonished the banquet master. In the same way, Jesus pours his Spirit into us in abundance, giving us God's best.
- While it may seem insignificant, there is crucial symbolism in this first miracle of Jesus. It was not a coincidence that the water Jesus transformed came from jars used for ceremonial washing. The water signified the Jewish system of purification, and Jesus replaced it with pure wine, representing his spotless blood that would wash away our sins.
Question for Reflection:
Running out of wine was hardly a life-or-death situation, nor was anyone in physical pain. Yet Jesus interceded with a miracle to solve the problem. God is interested in every aspect of your life. What matters to you matters to him. Is something troubling you that you have been reluctant to go to Jesus about?
Jack Zavada, a career writer and contributor for About.com, is host to a Christian website for singles. Never married, Jack feels that the hard-won lessons he has learned may help other Christian singles make sense of their lives. His articles and ebooks offer great hope and encouragement. To contact him or for more information, visit Jack's Bio Page.


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Oceanfront * Awesome View * The Pelican *2 pools in New Smyrna Beach
- bedrooms 2
- baths 2
- sleeps 6
- pool yes
- hot tub no
- pets allowed no
- type Condo
- community Pelican
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 650 - $ 1,000 / week
vacation rental description
This 4th floor (with elevator) Oceanfront Condo is family-owned. It
has a very spacious living room with an open floor plan (Approx.
1300 sq. ft.) and has double sliding doors which allows the view of
the beautiful ocean from within our unit. Besides a seperate dining
area there is also a snack bar. From the extra-wide private
balcony, you also overlook the 2 large pools ... (see pictures
below)... (more pictures avalable by e-mail)
Located within a mile of the shopping center that has a Bealls
department store, gift stores, a grocery store, and restaurants.
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condo rental amenities
The master bedroom has a king-size bed, walk-through closet to a
private bath. The second bedroom has both a twin and full-size bed
with a bath across the hall. The living room sofa folds out to a
queen-size bed. There are 3 TV's (with cable) 2 VCR's and 1 DVD. There is a telephone for your convenience. The washer and dryer are also inside our unit.
Completely furnished, just bring your own beach towels and suntan
(This is a non-smoking unit.)
activities and attractions in New Smyrna Beach Atlantic Coast Central
Besides listening to the Ocean all day, enjoying the beach, and
playing in the waves, you're only an hour away from Orlando, 20-30
minutes from Daytona, and 30 minutes to Kennedy Space Center. New
Smyrna Beach has one of the best (if not THE Best) beaches to walk
on, as there are no rocks or stones, just a few shells here and
More shells can be found down by the jetty (breakers) where the
ocean flows into the Indian River, or near Turtle Mound, located
within the National Park. Blue Springs State Park is nearby, that's
where the manatees hang out in the cooler weather. The Daytona Flea
Market is HUGE. So much to do, so little time...Enjoy...
vacation rental rates
Rental Rates are $650 to $1,000 per week, depending on length of stay
and the time of year. Monthly: $2,250-$3,200. The maid fee is $80.00
and is paid to the office when you check in. During the busy season
the check-in time is between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. If you plan to arrive
later, we need to make arrangements for a key to be left for you in a
lock-box near the
condos office. Please call if you will be arriving late.
Check-out is usually by 10 a.m. the following Saturday. The office
will be giving you the car pass and the pool passes.
PLEASE CALL For Special Last-Minute Rates & Availability.
One of the pools is heated in the cooler months.
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Prior to paying a reservation deposit, always verify payment instructions by calling the phone number displayed on this listing page. By contacting the owner directly and paying by an approved method - credit card, paypal, check or bank transfer - your reservation payment will be protected up to $1,000.Learn more in our Security Center


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Chateau DeLux Apartment w/pool,jacuzzi,pano views,WiFi,prkng in Beverly Hills
- bedrooms 2
- baths 2
- sleeps 8
- pool yes
- hot tub yes
- pets allowed no
- type Apartment
- community
rates (USD)
/ night
$ 594 - $ 1,194 / week
$ 2,475 - $ 4,975 / month
vacation rental description
Visit our official website! Google keyword: OMG TRAVEL LOS ANGELES
This professionally decorated vacation apartment has two master bedrooms and two master bathrooms, allowing each guest their own private space and the ability to close off their area from the rest of the apartment. One of our newest vacation rentals in Los Angeles, this unit makes clever use of architecture and the availability of a separate dressing and vanity area truly make the difference in giving this rental home a distinctively spacious feel. The sleeping arrangements include two Queen beds, one in each bedroom and a plush convertible sofa bed. This easily accommodates 6 guests while our optional single-size foldaway beds or top-of-the-line air mattresses may be requested for additional guests. Should you be traveling with an infant, please feel free to request one of our available cribs.
This 2nd floor apartment features bright rooms and contemporary furnishings. The vibe is decidedly warm and welcoming, while boasting carefully coordinated artwork, accents and furniture. Both bedrooms as well as the living room all have TV's with cable connections, while one bedroom features a DVD combo unit. Just remodeled and refurnished with dark granite kitchen counter tops and brand new appliances, the kitchen is equipped with all the usual cookware and utensils. This apartment also features a dishwasher, plush modern furniture and newly carpeted floors. With luxurious details in mind, we've gone through this short-term rental from top to bottom to ensure that everything is perfect for the families, friends or actors/directors in LA for a dream job or pilot season. The building also features 24/7 security patrol, secure gated garage, rooftop pool and Jacuzzi, laundry room, and a beautiful courtyard fountain surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees. Guests can even relax on the stunning rooftop sun deck while taking in the views of the surrounding mountains and the famous Hollywood sign.
This vacation rental apartment is nestled right in the heart of the vibrant city of Los Angeles. The Chateau DeLux I. offers all the best in location, amenities and hassle-free luxury living at low-budget pricing. We've done our best to create a classy, relaxing environment and have lent a sharp eye to the many details that truly make this apartment a home our guests can enjoy.
We have several other units in the same building, so if you're part of a large group traveling together, be sure to check out our other properties in the same building. We may very well be able to accommodate everyone and keep the group together in nearby units. With space and style to spare, this wonderful vacation rental is ready to be your home away from home!
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With it finally being revealed that we were the ones asking for the 1st round draft pick in that Cleveland Cavaliers/Gerald Wallace trade rumors (I knew it wasn't us offering them a 1st rounder, shame on those that wanted that version of the deal to go through), my confidence has once again been restored. Although some of the things that I write on this site suggest that we should just keep this team together, deals that net us decent draft picks and money are the ones that I would go for and this is one that I would've taken. Gerald is a franchise player and all, but that Cleveland pick could very easily turn out to be a lottery pick, and if it was for their pick this year, it would have, more than likely been a top 5 pick. That with the trade exception? There is no better deal you can get for Crash at this point in time and it was probably just too good to be true. So, this makes me reflect on deals that I've seen "close to completion" for the Bobcats over the past few months that have all fallen through and I if it was for the better that none of these deals happen. The "Dead Trades" after the jump.
Jose Calderon and Reggie Evans for Tyson Chandler and Boris Diaw
I'm kind of "iffy" about this trade, but not really. To understand the positives and the negatives of this trade, we would need to take into account all of the outside factors that come to mind. Such as how Tyson Chandler was ultimately dealt in a salary shedding move, how D.J. has blossomed, Calderon's resurrgence (10.3 ppg, 8.4 apg) , and Diaw's sudden usefulness. Ultimately, I'm sure Jordan is glad he didn't pull the trigger on the trade because he was able to enjoy instant savings on Erick Dampier 's expiring/unguaranteed contract and D.J. has turned out well. But at the same time, if his point was to shed salary, this deal would have opened up other doors. The plan should/ could/would have been to make this trade, and then flip Calderon for an expiring contract or a trade exception. I think ultimately, Jordan just felt like he would get a better deal for Boris and Tyson and the need for the PG upgrade wasn't that great. I don't know how well Calderon would have fit and if he would have been a backup or a starter, but Reggie Evans is a very good rebounder (not much else) on an expiring contract.
Michael Beasley and Jared Jeffries to Charlotte, Tyson Chandler to Houston, Cash Considerations to Miami
The "Beasley Heist" by the Timberwolves reminds me of a situation I was in a few years ago in McDonalds. With roughly $5 in my pocket, my cousin and I took a trip to the fast food chain for a meal. I like to take care of those around me, so I was paying for his meal as well. I had water bottles in the car, so a small fry and double cheeseburger would be sufficient orders for us both. I don't know what was going on in the drive thru line, but it was backed like hell and people began cutting out of line. Somewhere in between the 1st window where I paid and the 2nd window where I picked up the food, they got my order mixed up and ended up handing us several bags of food and three large teas. Now that I have matured, I would have told them it was the wrong order. That day though, all I could think about was leaving ASAP before they found out their error. It was a wonderful meal. And that night reminds me of this deal. This is one trade that I really hate we didn't make, but given our reasoning at the time, I understand. We're in a little pickle at the moment with Tyrus Thomas being out with a knee injury, so the need for a backup PF that was haunting our team around the deadline last year is back. At the time of this rumored trade though, we were in the process of trying to get Thomas locked in to a long term deal and weren't really focusing our efforts anywhere else. Beasley has turned out to be awesome for Minnesota (21 ppg, 6 rpg) and was ultimately shipped away for nothing more than two 2nd round picks to make way for LeBron James and Chris Bosh in Miami. Given how the Tyson Chandler trade ultimately turned out, I would've been more happy having Jeffries at PF/C than I would have been Dampier (for those few moments where I thought he would), but I'm fine living with Kwame and Nazr. The only question here really is if the Heat would have been a better team with Beasley at PF and the rest of that cap room (9 mil) being used to sign another 2 willing role players instead of Bosh.
Devin Harris to Charlotte, Boris Diaw to Utah Jazz, Carmelo Anthony and D.J. Augustin to New Jersey Nets, Andrei Kirilenko, Derrick Favors, draft picks to Denver Nuggets
This deal, as originally constructed, had only Boris Diaw leaving for Devin Harris. That's the part of the deal I still wished would have happened as we then would have been able to use Harris as a better trade chip or even as our starting PG (as everyone felt was our hugest concern at that time). Later on it was revealed though that New Jersey was wanting D.J. as well (causing M.J. to pull out of the deal) and that the Nuggets felt like that were taking on too much salary. With D.J. blossoming, I think we came out good not making this trade, but his defensive limitations are going to forever have the good people of Rufus on Fire wondering if he'll ever be a starting caliber guard. Although he's more than silenced my criticism of him, the jeers continue that we need more size at the point and Harris surely represents that. It just makes you wonder how much different the year would have been had this trade gone through. Would Larry still be with us? Would Tyrus had been given the consistent minutes he deserved to start the year? Would we still be contemplating getting rid or Stephen Jackson and Gerald Wallace? All questions we'll never know the answer to, but definitely some to ponder, if you're bored.
Andre Miller and Marcus Camby for D.J. Augustin, Gerald Wallace, and DeSagana Diop
I'm glad we pulled out of this trade as well, but I can see Michael Jordan making a similar deal to this before the deadline, with D.J. not being a part of it of course. Though Diop was able to show some usefulness once Paul Silas took over, his contract is still a burden to whoever's payroll he is on and should be moved at the first opportunity. I liked this trade "somewhat" because it allowed us to remain competitive in the short term while shedding salary for the long term. The only thing that I really never liked about this trade were that we were giving up D.J. and Crash just for the opportunity to not pay Diop, which I felt wasn't worth it at all. Had it just been one player or the other, I would have been fine with it, but not both. Add in the fact that Camby started threatening to retire if he was traded here and the fact that it didn't happen is probably best for everyone. However, this trade would have given the Bobcats major payroll flexibility in the future and would have provided an instant boost to the rebuilding project we're all looking forward to seeing. But, ya know, Miller, Gerald Henderson, Jax, Thomas, and Camby looks like a sure bet for the playoffs in the east. I can't lie.
Gerald Wallace to the Cavaliers for TPE and 1st Rnd pick
I feel like a confused soul when it comes to Gerald nowadays. The more time that passes, the more you hope he'll revert to his All-Star form of last year and the the more it becomes doubtful. Gerald has put up a few performances in the past couple of weeks to make me think that he can get back to that level, but he's also had some of the worst performances I've seen from him in the past few years. I like where M.J.'s head is at trying to trade acquire draft picks from teams like Cleveland and it shows me that he's really looking out for the team's best interest and has similar goals in mind. But as far as this trade goes, I KNEW that the initial proposition of us giving them a 1st rounder and Gerald for the TPE was a ridiculous move (some people said it's the best we could get, SMH!!!), trading Gerald for the TPE's effects are debateful, and trading Gerald for the TPE and a 1st round pick would be wonderful. Like I say, though I still see Gerald as the face of the franchise (until D.J. gets a few more games under his belt), this offer would have just been too good to pass up from an organizational standpoint.


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03/28/13 — Mrs. Mary Georgie Douglas Cline, 95, of Douglas Hollow in Olive Hill, passed away Wednesday afternoon, March 27, 2013, at her residence.
She was born Oct. 1, 1917, in Carter County, a daughter of the late Clark and Margaret Johnson Douglas.
Georgie was a Christian for over 70 years, a charter member of the Dry Branch Church of God and a homemaker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her children's father, George Cline; one son, James Rodney Cline; one daughter-in-law, Deborah Angel Cline; two brothers, George Elzie Douglas and James Estil Douglas; and two sisters, Eula Wilson and Juel Douglas.
Georgie is survived by one son, Roger Cline Sr. of Olive Hill; one daughter-in-law, Judith Cline of Cullman, Ala.; three grandchildren and their spouses, Roger Jr. and Ginger Cline of Ironton, Ohio, Danniel and Heather Cline of South Bend, Ind., and Kenda and Kendall Hunt of Falkville, Ala.; nine great grandchildren, Hannah Cline, Austin Hunt, Joseph Cline, Paul Cline, Colette Cline, Justin Cline, Nicholas Cline, Mariale Cline and Padraig Cline; one sister, Betty Douglas of Olive Hill; and two special nieces, Janet Valerio of Olive Hill and Elizabeth Williams of Bedford. She also leaves many other family members, church family, neighbors and friends who will sadly miss her.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at the Dry Branch Church of God in Olive Hill with Brother Delmar Logan Jr. and Brother Gayle Price officiating. Burial will follow in the Bowen Chapel Cemetery.
Friends may visit from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, April 1, 2013, at Globe Funeral Chapel, 17277 West US Highway 60, Olive Hill, KY 41164, and after noon Tuesday at the church.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Georgie's great grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Gideons International, P.O. Box 931, Olive Hill, KY 41164.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.globefc.com


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In December, my checking account was debited almost $2,000 additional tax dollars without notice. I was told that the tax increase was because the Department of Labor had 14 states short on money to continue paying unemployment and, of course, one of those states is California. The additional Federal Unemployment Tax (FUTA) was retroactive for 2013 and stolen from my account in December 2013.
The additional insult is that the letter of explanation says: "FUTA is an employer-only tax and employees are not affected." Not affected, really? The employees are affected and will know it when I tell them that the $2,000 bonus pool was $0 because it was given to people that they don't even know.
In the past, unemployment was short-time help for someone between jobs, but it has now become welfare for many who would rather collect my money and sit at home or go to college while someone else pays their way. The concept of "unemployment benefits" is misleading. It implies the person sitting at home collecting their free check contributed to some money fund and, therefore, deserve to get free money back. But they didn't, and they don't.
If we wanted to almost eliminate unemployment it would be quite simple. Require anyone who collects unemployment to pay it back with a low 15 percent loan rate starting six months after they are employed again. This takes the financial burden off of small business, the state can make 15 percent in revenue and, most important, it makes Americans accountable by encouraging them to work instead of the current incentive, which is to pick my pocket.
Alan Hubbard


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Gus Schlosser and Williams Perez made shutout starts, while Trenton Moses, Jackson Laumann, and Joey Terdoslavich slugged their way onto the Hot Sheet. Kyle Kubitza and David Rohm had trouble getting hits to fall, while Brent Leach, Aaron Northcraft, and Lucas Sims had no trouble letting them fall.
Who's Hot?
Gus Schlosser RHP, Lynchburg Hillcats - 1 GS, 1-0, 8 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 6 K - Schlosser only made one start this week, but the 23 year old dominated the Potomac Nationals over 8 innings on Wednesday, striking out 6 while allowing just 1 hit over 8 shutout innings. In his last 4 starts, he has a 0.69 ERA, a 0.65 WHIP, 3 walks, and 22 strikeouts in 26 innings.
Trenton Moses 3B, Danville Braves -8-14, 2B, HR, 4 RBI - The Braves 26th round selection from this year's draft went on a tear this week, raking at a .571 clip with a 1.428 OPS for the week. Overall, the 23 year old is hitting .304 with a .762 OPS in 69 at bats.
Jackson Laumann 1B, GCL Braves -10-21, 2B, 2 RBI, BB - The Braves drafted Laumann in the 31st round in 2011, but he didn't make his debut until this June when the GCL season started. The 18 year old has made up for lost time, hitting .310 with a .755 OPS in 84 total at bats, and he really turned things on this week, hitting .476 with a 1.024 OPS.
Joey Terdoslavich 1B, Mississippi Braves -9-22, 4 2B, RBI, 3 BB - Everyone knows about Terdoslavich's struggles this year, the 23 year old began the season by hitting .180 with a .515 OPS in 194 at bats for Gwinnett, but since his demotion to Mississippi, he's turned things around, hitting .304 with a .814 OPS in 148 at bats. He got back to his doubling ways of last year, rapping out 4 to help him to a .409 average and a 1.071 OPS this week.
Williams Perez RHP, Danville Braves - 1 GS, 6 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 1 BB, 7 K - Perez, a 21 year signed out of Venezuela in 2009, dominated the Burlington Royals on Wednesday in his lone start, striking out 7 while allowing just 1 hit and 1 walk over 6 shutout innings. It was a nice comeback after allowing 8 earned runs in 10 innings in his first 2 starts.
Honorable Mention: Ernesto Mejia, Jose Constanza, Jaye Chapman, Cory Gearrin, Gwinnett Braves; Zeke Spruill, Todd Cunningham, Mississippi Braves; Braeden Schlehuber, Adam Milligan, Lynchburg HIllcats; Alex Wood, Tony Mueller, Rome Braves; Clint Wright, Edison Sanchez, Danville Braves; Tyler Tewell, Luis Madrid, Justin Black, GCL Braves
Who's Not?
Kyle Kubitza 3B, Rome Braves -1-19, 9 K - Kubitza hit a real slump this week, finishing with a punchless .053 average while striking out in 47% of his at bats. The 22 year old has been consistently inconsistent this year, starting off with a .280 average and a .977 OPS in April, slumping to a .213 average and a .687 OPS in May, rebounding to a .287 average and a .819 OPS in June, and falling hard in July with a .125 average and a .436 OPS. His overall numbers have suffered, as his average has dipped to .232 and his OPS is down to .747, though he has walked in 14% of his at bats, giving him a healthy .346 OBP.
Brent Leach LHP, Gwinnett Braves -1 GS, 0-1, 0.1 IP, 7 ER, 3 H, 4 BB, 1 K - The 29 year old Leach, who had a 5.75 ERA and a 1.38 WHIP in 20.1 innings over 38 appearances with the Dodgers in 2009, began the year with AAA Albequerque, posting a 7.02 ERA and a 2.04 WHIP in 16.2 innings over 10 appearances before being released. The Braves signed him and sent him to AA Mississippi, where he excelled with a 1.59 ERA and a 1.06 WHIP in 17 innings over 7 appearances. He joined Gwinnett on Saturday to take Randall Delgado's place in the rotation and was absolutely shelled, allowing 7 earned runs while recording just 1 out, and was sent back to AA immediately following the game.
David Rohm OF, Lynchburg Hillcats -2-20, RBI, 3 K - Rohm struggled to a .100 average this week, and the 22 year old has struggled overall this year, hitting .230 with a .620 OPS in only 200 at bats. He was hoping to build off the .289 average and .763 OPS he posted for Rome last season, but an April foot injury that caused him to miss nearly two months might have derailed his season.
Aaron Northcraft RHP, Lynchburg Hillcats - 2 GS, 0-2, 10.1 IP, 12 ER, 17 H, 2 BB, 11 K - Northcraft made 2 stars this week, losing both while putting up a 10.45 ERA and a 1.84 WHIP. Since throwing a 7 inning no hitter on June 22nd, the 22 year old has allowed a 6.14 ERA and a 1.43 WHIP in 29.1 innings over 5 starts.
Lucas Sims RHP, Danville Braves -Professional baseball wasn't posing much of a challenge for the Braves 1st round selection, as he had allowed just 1 earned run in 9.1 innings over his first 4 starts between the GCL and Danville, giving up only 4 hits and 2 walks while striking out 12, but he a real challenge in the Burlington Royals on Thursday, allowing 3 earned runs, 4 hits, and 2 walks in just 1.1 innings.
Dishonorable Mention: Cole McCurry, Billy Bullock, Randall Delgado, Jose Lugo, Gwinnett Braves; Sean Gilmartin, David Hale, Mark Lamm, Joe Leonard, Mississippi Braves; Ryne Harper, Mike Lee, Ian Marshall, Bobby Stevens, Edward Salcedo, Caleb Brewer, Cody Martin, Lynchburg Hillcats; Will Skinner, David Starn, William Beckwith, Brandon Drury, Robby Hefflinger, Rome Braves; Josh Elander, Aris Alcantara, Carlos Franco, Levi Hyams, Jose Peraza, Blake Brown, Felix Marte, Frank Lareniere, Charlie Robertson, Ronald Luna, Danville Braves; Luis Merejo, Mike Dodig, Fernelys Sanchez, GCL Braves


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Benicia Police have responded to calls of burglary, fraud, suspicious circumstances and more over the past few days. Here is a look at some of those calls:
Friday, Jan. 11
8:03 a.m. - A resident reported finding a vacuum cleaner on the railroad tracks near Bayshore Road. A report was taken; the owner was found and will pick up the item.
9 a.m. - A burglary report was taken for jewelry missing from a home on E Street.
10:30 a.m. - A victim's information was used to "obtain credit and ship plumbing supplies around the country."
2:28 p.m. - A large group of juveniles was reported at a business on Southampton Road "throwing ice and being disruptive" in a restaurant. They were gone when police arrived; more patrols were requested.
4:04 p.m. - Eight or nine teens were seen kicking over garbage cans. They were contacted by police, cleaned up their mess and moved on.
Saturday, Jan. 12
12:00 a.m. - Stephen Stults, 51, was arrested on misdemeanor charges of domestic violence after an altercation with his wife.
2:06 a.m. - Vallejo resident Chelsea Lowen, 23, was arrested on charges of driving under the influence on 1st Street. She was cited and released.
11:22 a.m. - Police received a report of suspicious solitictors on East 3rd Street. They were found to be selling candy bars for their grandmother's funeral.
7:57 p.m. - Police received a report of shots or fireworks in the area of Southampton Road. Police confirmed the sound was fireworks, but were unable to locate the source.
8:31 p.m. - Police took a report on Southampton Road for an unspecified theft.
10:56 p.m. - A loud party was reported on El Bonito Way. The participants were warned.
Sunday, Jan. 13
7:59 a.m. - A resident reported her purse was missing from her home on Warwick Drive. A report was taken.
11:09 a.m. - A counterfit $10 bill was used on Southampton Road. Police took a report.
4:42 p.m. - A resident reported her "Home Depot account was used in Martinez." She said she would file a report online.
Monday, Jan. 14
12:34 a.m. - A resident reported hearing someone in an alley near East O Street yelling, "Oh no." Police were unable to find anyone.
1:10 p.m. - Police received a report of people in a closed park on Rose Drive. They were warned to move along.
Tuesday, Jan. 15
11:45 a.m. - Sisters on Viewmont Street caused a disturbance over money; neither wanted to seek prosecution.
2:22 p.m. - A resident on East L Street "requested assistance getting her 5-year-old son back. The order is from out-of-state and [was] interpreted differently by both parents."
7:59 p.m. - An unspecified alcohol disturbance was reported on Southhampton Road. Police warned the subjects.
9:03 p.m. - A resident reported hearing a person upstairs in a building on East K Street when "no one is supposed to be there." Police were unable to find anyone.
9:44 p.m. - Police responded to a blind 911 call to find there was a disturbance prior to the officers arriving, and "everyone is calm now."
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