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Genetic Diseases of the Blood
Edwin M. Knights Jr.
There are many genetic diseases affecting the blood, some of which were among the first to be recognized as being familial and even involving royal families. Linus Pauling is credited with recognizing the molecular nature of sickle cell anemia. Diagnosis can be complicated by the presence of more than one of these diseases in the patient, plus multiple genetic atypicalities, so detailed family medical history is particularly valuable. We've provided brief summaries and some pertinent references, but there's voluminous literature about each of these if you seek more details, and there are many web sites sponsored by charitable foundations anxiously waiting to provide you with every aspect of the disorder.
It's appropriate to start with sickle cell anemia, as in 1949 it was the first illness to be defined as a molecular disease. It turned out to be so complex that scientists have been trying to explain it ever since. There are not only hundreds of genetic variations, but it can also be combined with other autosomal recessive disorders, such as beta-thalassemia or the with the presence of fetal hemoglobin. Like other autosomal recessive conditions, a person needs two copies of the abnormal hemoglobin present to be symptomatic. One possible combination consists of hemoglobin S plus hemoglobin C. Those who have one normal hemoglobin (Hb), such as Hb A and one of Hb S are sickle cell carriers and are said to have the "sickle cell trait."
If you suspect one of your forebears had sickle cell anemia, look for symptoms resulting from chronic anemia (weakness and easy fatigue), chest pains or suffering a stroke at an early age. Lack of oxygen, as in high altitudes, can cause acute severe pain, or a "crisis." Childhood death usually results from bacterial infections or stroke. Sickle cell disease affects over 50,000 Americans and many of those afflicted are of African or Mediterranean origin. Birth prevalences in African-Americans of the more usual types of sickle cell anemia are listed in Table 1 and survival statistics in Table 2.
Table 1.
Birth Prevalences of Sickle Cell Variants, African-Americans
Sickle cell anemia (Hb SS) 1/375 Hemoglobin SC 1/835 Hb S/beta thalassemia 1/1667 Sickle cell trait (Hb AS) 1/12
Table 2.
Median Survivals based on Genotype and Sex
Males with Hb SS 42 years Females with Hb SS 48 years Males with Hb SC 60 years Females with Hb SC 68 years
Thalassemia includes several inherited blood diseases and every year 100,000 babies are born who have severe types of these anemias. Greek, Italian, Middle Eastern, African and Southern Asian ancestry are common. A severe type of alpha thalassemia affects those of Southeast Asian, Chinese and Filipino ancestry, causing fetal or newborn death. Elsewhere, those with alpha thalassemia just suffer from anemias of varying severity.
Beta thalassemia can also be in different forms, ranging from the most severe, thalassemia major (Cooley's anemia), to thalassemia intermedia and thalassemia minor. Cooley's anemia children may appear healthy when born but they soon become pale and weak, developing heart failure and infection. Frequent blood transfusions prolong life but lead to other complications, especially from iron deposits in the body. Rarely, cures have been obtained by bone marrow transplantation, but suitable donors are required and the procedure is risky.
Thalassemia carriers have one normal and one thalassemia gene in their cells; when two carriers become parents, a child has one chance in four of either having a severe form of the disease or being completely free of thalassemia, and one chance in two he or she will be a carrier. Blood tests and DNA studies can determine whether someone has thalassemia or is a carrier. Diagnosis is possible in utero by genetic chorionic villus sampling or by amniocentesis. These procedures are not without risk and genetic counseling is important.
The Cooley's Anemia Foundation, Inc. describes current efforts to perfect gene therapy for the disease.
Also known as megaloblastic anemia, pernicious anemia (PA) is caused by impaired absorption of vitamin B(12) and cobalamine as the result of deficiency of two substances orinarily present in our stomach, intrinsic factor and hydrochloric acid. The congenital form is rare in comparison with the acquired adult onset type. It is autsomal recessive and follows the usual heritable pattern, present before the age of 2 years. It is a genetic problem which prevents infants from absorbing folic acid. Early intensive treatment is required to prevent long term problems, such as mental retardation related to B(12) deficiency. Symptoms can include pale skin, poor appetite, easy fatigue, diarrhea, difficulty in walking, and a smooth, tender tongue. As these symptoms can occur in other medical conditions, consultation with the child's pediatrician is important to confirm the diagnosis. The diagnostic criteria are well established and do not require DNA analyses, but involve blood and bone marrow studies plus the Schilling test, which compares results from isotope-labeled and unlabeled vitamin B(12). PA is considered an autoimmune disorder, related to genetic deficiencies.
Adult PA is most common in Scandinavians, English and Irish, where up to .13 to .20 of the population are diseased. It involves all ethnic groups but is less common in Caucasians of Italian and Greek descent, rare in blacks and Asians, and it is often seen in females. The mean age of onset in whites is 60 years, in blacks 50 years.
Occurring in all ethnic groups, Fanconi anemia (FA) particularly affects the Ashkenazi Jewish population, with a carrier frequency of 1/87-89. FA is a recessively inherited aplastic anemia caused by bone marrow failure. As in other recessive disorders, if both parents carry the same defective FA gene, each child has a one in four chance of inheriting their genes for FA. The disease occurs equally in males and females.
Individuals with FA are usually small, and may have missing bones in the thumbs and arms. All systems of the body can be affected, but the first signs may be easy bruising and nosebleeds. The skin becomes pigmented and many patients eventually develop leukemia. Those who live to adulthood are also prone to have head and neck, gynecological or gastrointestinal cancer. Mental retardation also occurs.
The test currently used to confirm the diagnosis is a "chromosomal breakage" test, using chemically treated FA cells. During pregnancy, chorionic villus sampling or amniocentesis for genetic study are also available options, but not without risk. Genetic counseling is recommended.
Treatment depends on the extent and severity of the disease, and so far there is no treatment that works consistently. Prevention is more effective than treatment, because up to 80 percent of carriers can be identified by genetic testing. An International Fanconi Anemia Registry is located in the Rockfeller University Hospital in New York City.
Hemophilia was recognized as far back as the 2nd century, described by an Arab physician as a familial disease in the 12th century and later traced through a family history from 1720 to 1830 by a Philadelphia physician who was obviously a talented genealogist. The severe hemorrhages, affecting males, became known as "The Royal Disease" in the 19th Century, because Queen Victoria of England was a carrier -- a story familiar to genealogists. Transmition by the female line became apparent when two of her daughters, Alice and Beatrice, passed on the disease to the Russian, Spanish and German royal families.
We now realize hemophilia is an inherited, sex-linked recessive trait with a defective gene located on the X chromosome. Females are carriers of the trait. Fifty percent of their male offspring will have the disease, and 50 percent of their female offspring will be carriers. All female offspring of a male with hemophilia will carry the trait.
Recognizing a Carrier
Female carriers can be identified by testing, but for the genealogist studying his or her family tree, the following information is helpful:
A woman is is carrier if:
she's the biological daughter of a man with hemophilia.
she's the biological mother of more than one son with hemophilia.
she's the biological mother of one hemophiliac son who has at least on other blood relative with hemophilia.
A woman may or may not be a carrier if:
she's the biological mother of one son with hemophilia.
she's the sister of a man with hemophilia.
she's an aunt, cousin or niece of an affected male related via maternal ties.
she's the biological grandmother of one hemophilic grandson.
Hemophilia can also occur when there is no family history of the disease. This is true about one-third of the cases and is the result of a genetic mutation.
Pathologic features
Until the 1930's, doctors were convinced that fragile blood vessels caused the disease, but in 1937 two physicians, Patek and Taylor, discovered "anti-hemophilic globulin" in normal blood plasma could correct the clotting problem. Seven years later, when it was discovered that blood from one hemophiliac could actually improve clotting in another, it was realized that these were two sex-linked recessive heritable diseases. These were eventually named Hemophilia A, with a deficiency of clotting Factor VIII, and Hemophilia B, with clotting Factor IX deficiency.
The incidence of hemophilia A is one in 5,000 to 10,000 live male births. Approximately 12,000 Americans have it, almost all of whom are males.
Hemophilia is diagnosed by a careful personal and family history supplmented by clotting activity tests of the blood. These tests measure:
* How long the blood takes to clot.
* If you have low levels of any clotting factor.
* If any clotting factors are missing.
Hemophilia A and B are not the only possible causes. Low levels of a protein known as Von Willebrand factor can also cause bleeding; this condition is called Von Willebrand's disease. From the results, hemophilia can be classified as to its type and rated as to its severity:
* Mild 5-30 percent of normal
* Moderate 1-5 percent of normal
* Severe: Less than 1 percent of normal
Severe hemophilia an result in severe bleeding in infants. Milder versions may not be apparent until adulthood. Persons with hemophilia need to avoid situations which might cause bleeding. Good dental hygiene is important to avoid the need for dental extractions. They should also avoid using drugs such as aspirin, heparin, wafarin and some of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications which could contribute to bleeding problems.
Pre-Natal Diagnosis
Molecular testing isn't needed for routine diagnosis but is used in two methods which make it possible to determine whether a fetus is likely to have hemophilia:
* Chorionic villus sampling. A small sample of placental tissue can be obtained from the uterus 9-12 weeks into pregnancy. DNA in fetal cells can show the sex of the fetus and whether the gene for hemophilia is present. There is a slight possibility that miscarriage can occur when this test is performed.
* The other method is by amniocentesis. This is done somewhat later in pregnancy, around 16 weeks. A small amount of amniotic fluid is collected and fetal cells are allowed to grow. The DNA in these cells is analyzed for the sex of the fetus and the presence of the hemophilia gene. Miscarriage occurs in about 1 of 200 women using this test.
In either test, it may be necessary to obtain a blood sample from a hemophiliac family member. As these intra-uterine tests require some medical decisions and are not without risks, medical advice and sometimes genetic counseling are indicated. The patients will need information concerning carrier testing, prental diagnosis, possible termination of a pregnancy, plus hemophilia and its treatment.
Molecular analysis of DNA is also used to check familiy members who might be at risk. Carrier females have a 50 percent chance of transmitting mutation to each child; sons will have the disease, daughters are carriers. Hemophilia A is one of the first diseases where genetic therapy has already been successful.
From 15-20 percent of hemophiliacs have hemophilia B, also known as Christmas disease, in which a genetic defect causes blood Factor IX deficiency. It is also sex-linked, recessive and transmitted by females. In severe cases bleeding begins in the newborn, sometimes after injections or circumcisions. By the end of the first year there is obvious bleeding in 90 percent of severe hemophilia B patients. There are also moderate and mild forms of the disease. Bleeding in the elbows, knees and ankles is typical, but it can occur in many other sites. Genetically engineered recombinant Factor IX was introduced in 1997.
A variant of hemophilia B is hemophilia B Leyden, a form of inherited Factor IX deficiency first described in families of Dutch origin. This disease can present early in childhood in the severe, moderate or mild forms but there is a gradual increase in Factor IX levels beginning at puberty. The disease is inherited as an X-linked recessive in a pattern similar to that of hemophiia B. Adults usually have minimal problems with bleeding because Factor IX levels have increased to 40 percent or considerably higher.
Minor cuts and scrapes respond to the usual first-aid treatment. Deeper cuts or internal bleeding require replacement of the missing clotting factor, which is injected intravenosly. The National Hemophilia Foundation encourages use of recombinant clotting factor products for young children, as they do not contain human blood. Patients with severe hemophilia may benefit from regular prophylactic infusions of factor concentrate. Hemorrhage in joints may require orthopedic consultations. Acute intracerebral hemorrhage requires prompt treatment under professional supervision.
Early treatments with whole blood or fresh plasma weren't effective because there just wasn't enough clotting factor present. The introduction of cryoprecipitate by Dr. Judith Pool made treatment far more efficient but unfortunately it was also introducing viruses causing hepatitis and other complications. About 60 percent of hemophiliac patients treated with concentrated plasma in the 1980's became infected with HIV. Later, the hazards of contracting HIV or hepatitis C were largely eliminated by use of screened blood, introduction of technologies to counter viruses, plus introduction of genetically engineered clotting factors. A process known as gene transfer is under intense investigation in animal models, using various viral vectors, and appears to offer useful treatments for hemophilia A and B. Also of interest in promoting hemostasis is a recombinant human coagulation Factor VII marketed as NovoSeven, which appears to be valuable in controlling acute intracerebral hemorrhage associated with hemophilia. Hemophilia gene therapy appears well on its way to success.
This condition is really not one disease, but a collection of rather similar conditions having multiple causes. The condition previously known as idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura because the cause wasn't known. TP can be acute or chronic, and it can appear in the neonatal stage or following blood transfusions. It can be drug-induced or associated with a number of connective tissue disorders or infections.
At least one genetic cause seems to have been identified. It may be possible to treat this condition with a specific enzyme or eventually produce recombinant gene therapy. There are at least four closely related diseases which will also benefit from genetic research.
The term thrombophilia is used when the body tends to form blood clots, and if these clots start blocking blood flow they can be life-threatening. There are multiple obvious causes, which can include surgery, obesity, pregnancy, prolonged immobility and use of oral contraceptives.
Importance of Family History
Persons who experience thrombophilia at a young age may have a definite family history of clotting problems, which could result in a stroke, clotting of deep leg veins or pulmonary embolism. In the latter condition, blood clots which might have formed in leg or pelvic veins break loose and are carried into the lungs. It can also cause recurrent fetal miscarriages. In these patients it may be well to see if recently identified genetic markers are present.
B-lymphocytes and T-lymphocytes have important defensive roles in the body, especially in the development of immunity. Immortalization techniques have provided abundant quantities of these cells for DNA research. There are other leukocyes in human blood with specific functions, undoubtedly many of which are genetically programmed. They also can form leukemias, in which the circulating cells reproduce in an uncontrolled fashion, or lymphomas, solid tumors consisting of expanding masses of these cells which can infiltrate surrounding organs.
The most common leukemia in adults is B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia. It can produce death within a few months or be present for over 20 years. Staging systems have been devised to predict survival in chronic lymphocytic leukemia, but they are not very useful in the early stages when the disease is first recognized. Seeking better methods, scientists turned to fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) to look for genomic aberrations which might be of use in establishing the prognosis.
In a study of 325 chronic lymphocytic leukemia cases, aberrations were found in 82 percent. A number of differing chromosome abnormalities were detected. Fluorescence in situ hybridization made it possible to identify the chromosomal abnormalities associated with the need for more frequent treatments and those with the longest treatment-free intervals. From this information they were able to design DNA probes to identify the atypical genes and select the best treatments.
It appears that B-cell leukemia can arise from B-cells of different stages in their development; further evaluations of B-lymphocytes are investigating how present clinical, biochemical and genetic markers can be improved.
MicroRNAs Play Important Roles in Gene Regulation
Recent studies have desclosed that small versions of RNA, known as microRNAs, are regulatory molecules which control gene expression by degrading or repressing target messenger RNAs (mRNAs). MicroRNAs have their own genes and are quite plentiful -- up to 1,000 of them exist in a human genome, each capable of regulating as many as 200 target genes. Some of these microRNAs appear to be associated with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), lymphomas and prostatic cancer. Profiles of microRNA have been found to be very useful in classfying cancers and predicting their origins. Hopefully, research will help diagnose and treat leukemia, as microRNA appears to be associated with the development of aggressive B-cell leukemia from lymphomas.
Genomic Cartography
Extensive research is being conducted on haplotypes, sets of closely linked markers on a single chromosome which tend to be inherited in stable DNA chunks. Because of limited mitotic changes, genealogists use these to study distant origins and population migrations. The stable sections are flanked with foci of active recombination. Study of this phenomenon has led to the creation of the "HapMap", which has speeded up genetic research. Focusing on single-nucleotide polymorphisms called SNPs helps to ientify variants likely to be associated with disease. Such variants are labelled "mis-sense mutations". The HapMap will be a valuable means of identifying genetic susceptibility to disease.
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Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet.
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NewsCenter 16 is counting down to the National Championship game by re-living each game of the 2012 Notre Dame Football Season. Each sportscast until the New Year, will look back at a game from the season with extended highlights, storylines and postgame reaction.
Sunday, we turned out attention to the game that almost got a way--Pittsburgh.
Notre Dame was coming off a huge win on the road at Oklahoma the week before to improve to 8-0. With games against Pitt, BC, and Wake on the horizon most Irish fans felt Notre Dame would cruise into a matchup with USC on Thanksgiving weekend with an undefeated regular season on the line.
But Pittsburgh had other ideas. The Panthers, just 4-4 on the season, more than put up a fight.
Down 20-6 in the fourth quarter, Notre Dame was going to need some big plays and a little luck to stay undefeated and keep its national title hopes alive.
It got just enough of both.
Pitt missed a 33-yard field goal that could have won it in the 2nd OT. Plus, the Irish had two players wearing #2 on the field at the same time--which should have been a penalty and automatic first down for the Panthers. No one ever saw it.
Everett Golson scored on a quarterback sneak in the third overtime and the Fighting Irish came back from a 14-point deficit to beat Pittsburgh 29-26.
Kelly pulled Golson late in the second quarter because he was missing reads and progressions. But the coach put Golson back in after backup Tommy Rees threw an interception and the Irish fell behind by two touchdowns.
"Our quarterback needed to be out there mobile, make some plays outside the pocket -- asked him if he was ready to go, he said he was and we put him back in," Kelly said.
Golson threw an 11-yard touchdown pass early in the fourth quarter as Notre Dame cut Pitt's lead to 20-12. Notre Dame's chances for a comeback appeared to end when Pitt cornerback K'Waun Williams intercepted a pass by Golson in the end zone.
But the Irish defense held, and Golson completed a 45-yard pass to DaVaris Daniels at the Pitt 5. Golson then threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to Theo Riddick and ran in for the two-point conversion to tie the game.
Kelly gave the game ball to Golson.
"I think I did a great job of leading the team coming down the stretch. Coming out today, we came out a little flat. As far as me personally, I missed a couple reads I should have had. Instead of putting three points on the board, you put six," Golson said. "But I feel like in the stretch we really came together."
Notre Dame avoided the fate of the 2002 team, the last Irish team to start a season 8-0, which was upset by Boston College 14-7. But just barely. A victory seemed unlikely when they fell behind 20-6 late in the third quarter, again when Williams intercepted Golson's pass in the end zone and yet again when running back Cierre Wood fumbled as he attempted to dive into the end zone in the second overtime and Pitt safety Jarred Holley recovered.
But the Irish kept finding life, the last time when Kevin Harper missed a 33-yard field goal wide right following Wood's fumble.
Kelly had urged his team to play better at home, but they continued to make mistakes. He told the Irish they had to play better against Boston College, Wake Forest and Southern California.
"I told them that they have to understand that everybody they play against will play their absolute best. Next week BC will play out of their minds against us. Wake Forest will. They can't just highlight certain teams on their schedule because they will play their best," he said. "I think that's a lesson learned."
Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o said he was just relieved the Irish won.
"It was ugly at times, beautiful at times. It's college football," he said. "I'm just glad the outcome was the way it was."
The win pushed the Irish to 9-0 but they remained on the outside looking in for the national title game.


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Rolling Stone names Merriweather Post Pavilion fourth best amphitheater in the country
The folks over at fabled rock mag Rolling Stone deemed Merriweather Post Pavilion, the Frank Gehry-designed outdoor music venue in the woods of Columbia, the fourth best amphitheater in U.S. of A., and that's okay by us.
Getting close to the band is great and all, but if you can't work that out, few things are better than plopping down on a blanket on the Merriweather lawn and taking in a show amongst the rustling tress under a starlit sky. In addition to booking everyone from Bob Dylan to D'Angelo, the amphitheater is once again set to host the totally free, totally awesome Virgin Mobile FreeFest, which only adds to its radness.
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Spring is here, and that means wedding season.
Though it's considered an honor to participate in a friend's or a family member's wedding, the privilege can cost you a pretty penny.
This season, however, the economy is giving some bridesmaids a much-needed break. Video: This season's hottest bridesmaid dresses
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Kim Billings, a 34-year-old teacher from Cherry Hill, N.J., was in 11 weddings -- several of them right out of college -- before she got married.
"I was living alone, most of the time on a teacher's salary, with college loans still looming at the time," she recalls of those years in her 20s. "I went into a small debt over the bridesmaid duties. I didn't even buy wedding gifts at times because I couldn't afford them due to all the costs involved with the wedding."
Billings decided not to have bridesmaids when she got married a few years ago.
The recession has brought a change in attitude. Reports indicate that brides are being more considerate of their bridesmaids' wallets and that designers are using cheaper fabrics. Another bridesmaid bonus is the increasing number of mainstream retailers that have entered the wedding-fashion industry in recent years, driving down prices.
In a recent survey by wedding retailer David's Bridal of engaged or recently married women, 73% of respondents said their bridesmaid dresses wouldn't -- or hadn't -- cost more than $200. Some custom-made dresses can run several hundred dollars before tailoring, which can cost an additional $100. Slide show: Dresses from $135 to $360
David's Bridal, in particular, is benefiting from this shift to less-expensive dresses. The company is seeing a broader range of customers because of the recession, says Dan Rentillo, the company's vice president of design. Instead of shrinking, like many other retailers, the company is expanding. It has 290 stores across the country and opened its first Manhattan location in March.
"All of our dresses are well under $200," Rentillo says. "They're really about $150 or a little less. That's probably the sweet spot."
That price point is preferable to many bridesmaids, especially those who are out of work or worried about their jobs. Video: Hair, makeup and . . . liposuction?
"Brides have always been sensitive to the fact that their bridesmaids are putting in a lot of time and money to be a part of their bridal party. Now that there's a recession, there's more sensitivity," Modern Bride Editor-in-Chief Antonia van der Meer says.
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A woman accused of attacking another woman and her son with a car Saturday has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault, according to a Chattanooga police arrest report.
Shanese Johnson, 22, was arrested Tuesday after her neighbor, Jennifer Hodge, told police that Johnson hit her and Hodge's 15-year-old son while they were in their front yard at 7773 Basswood Drive.
Hodge reported that she and Johnson had been in an argument, and that Johnson got in her car and "slammed on the gas." Hodge said she and her son both were struck and ended up on the car's hood.
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HEADLINE: In campaign to be Chattanooga's mayor, Andy Berke chooses broad strokes over specifics
THE RECAP: Andy Berke has developed four campaign priorities: education, economic development, public safety and government accountability. But Berke has not directly answered questions about the city's water and sewer issues, possible metro government and whether he would increase property taxes during his administration.
That has been a hallmark of Berke's campaign: Focus on the talking points and leave the specifics for later.
DREW'S VIEW: It's a troubling proposition that Berke won't tell Chattanooga voters and residents his complete vision for our city.
In the 2012 GOP primary for the 3rd District U.S. House seat, Scottie Mayfield -- a candidate with the name recognition and money to win the race -- refused to offer any specifics about his platform or how he intended to vote if elected. As a result, Mayfield was defeated easily by Rep. Chuck Fleischmann.
A Free Press editorial that ran days before the August primary cautioned voters against voting for Mayfield because of his failure to offer specifics: "[A] candidate who is unwilling to explain and defend his positions is a poor candidate and a poorer use of a vote." What was true for Mayfield is true for Berke.
Buying a pig in a poke is bad when electing a Congressman, where Mayfield would have been one of 435 making decisions in the U.S. House. It's much worse when electing a mayor, where Berke stands to be the most influential single government official in the lives of Chattanoogans.
Moreover, Berke's history as a Tennessee state senator fails to offer voters much guidance as to what his views are, or what policies he may promote. That's because his track record is all over the place.
His legislative proposals in the state Senate range from the sublime (eliminating the sales tax on groceries and creating an inspector general for fraud, waste, corruption and abuse within all departments and branches of state government) to the ridiculous (a $30 million handout to bribe grocery store companies to build in certain locations, a $9 million scheme to give tax breaks for solar panels and develop green jobs, and a bill to allow pregnant women to drive in the HOV lane.) Question: How would a woman eight-weeks along prove her pregnancy to a cop? Or how would a police officer prove a lady with a pot belly wasn't pregnant?
Would Berke make a good mayor? Who knows? And that, quite frankly, is the problem.
HEADLINE: Hemlock Semiconductor is laying off workers in Clarksville, Tenn.
THE RECAP: Hemlock Semiconductor is laying off three-fourths of its employees in Clarksville, Tenn., shortly before the planned start of production at its new $1.2 billion plant. Officials of the Michigan-based company said Monday they will cut 300 of the 400 jobs in Clarksville.
DREW'S VIEW: What does a business in Clarksville have to do with the Chattanooga area? Plenty since local residents' tax dollars where used to fund part of the $125 million in handouts the state gave Hemlock for locating in Clarksville.
This is just another in a long line of examples in which money was taken from Tennessee's taxpayers to lure a business to the Volunteer State and, ultimately, the giveaways produced relatively few jobs while wasting lots of tax dollars.
HEADLINE: Groups call for ouster of U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais
THE RECAP: A prominent conservative blog, RedState, and a well-financed family values group, the Madison Project, are calling for U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais' ouster, adding to the national voices wanting new representation in Tennessee's 4th Congressional District. An article, which appeared on both organizations' websites, urges conservatives to reject DesJarlais in the 2014 Republican primary.
DREW'S VIEW: October would have been a good time for all of these national conservative media outlets and political organizations to stand up and fight to remove DesJarlais. That's when the news of the mistress-having, abortion-coercing, drug-using, patient-cavorting congressman's sordid scandals broke.
As a result of conservatives unwillingness to criticize -- or work to remove -- a Republican before the November election, the 4th District is stuck with their hypocritical embarrassment of a congressman for at least two more years.
"Drew's views" is a weekly roundup of Free Press opinions about topics that appeared in the Times Free Press over the past week. Follow Drew on Twitter: @Drews_Views.
Chattanooga is not my hometown, but I do consider it my second home. Seven years ago we decided to leave New Orleans because the wrong person was put back into office. And now today, that bad decision is being played out in our national news.
Since then, we have been very active in making our new home city a better place to live. Over the last three months, I have attended several of Mr. Berke's meetings and events that have left me feeling enthusiastic and inspired. I like his open-mindedness approach to solving some of the top issues—asking for feedback, new ideas, and what we can do to make Chattanooga a city that offers more in jobs, education and quality of life.
I don't want someone in office who has or "thinks" he has all of the answers… I want and need to know that there is room in his political plans for my opinion. If the metaphor is true that it takes a village to raise a child, then how many will it take to renew a city? He (Berke) cannot do this job alone. Cherita Adams


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Happy Halloween week, everyone! Time to figure out what pun costume you can accomplish with the clothes you already own. There are plenty of good shows before the actual weekend hits, though, including Avi Buffalo, a pair of Cut Copy dates and the 106.7 KBPI Saints & Sinners Halloween Ball. The re ... More >>
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The Psychedelic Furs formed in 1977 in the wake of the explosion of punk rock in England. By the 1980s, the group had evolved from its earlier musical impulses into a kind of atmospheric, at times brooding, at times celebratory, post-punk band with a broad emotional and sonic palette. See also: - ... More >>
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Molly Ringwald, who comes from a family of voracious readers, started writing as a child -- before she became an '80s teen icon who starred in such John Hughes films as Sixteen Candles, Pretty in Pink and The Breakfast Club -- but says she never really thought she'd publish anything. Last year, thou ... More >>
You might have noticed that Jason Mewes didn't utter a single four-letter word when we interviewed him about Kevin Smith: Live From Behind, a live recording of the duo's podcast, which select movie theaters across the country will screen tonight. Find more details in our online calendar listings. W ... More >>
Wednesday, September 21, Summit Music Hall, 1-866-468-7621.
Orchestral Manoevres in the Dark (due at the Bluebird Theater on Tuesday, March 22) is perhaps best known for its song "If You Leave," featured in Pretty in Pink, the classic 1986 John Hughes movie. But the band first made waves in its native England with its first two albums, a self-titled ... More >>
Screen grab from an observant fellow VAUX fan who spied this before us. After all the work that went into compiling this year's Westword Music Showcase ballot, we needed a break last weekend. A break that involved watching Pretty in Pink, a flick we hadn't seen in a dozen years or more, on V ... More >>
Friday, September 11, Boulder Theater, 303-786-7030.
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Tuscaloosa, AL---You could say this Saturday's visit to Knoxville will be the toughest test yet for the top ranked Crimson Tide.
Certainly Alabama's looked the part of a number one team in winning it's first 6 games, but let's face it, Michigan and Arkansas weren't as good as they looked in the preseason.
And the wins over Western Kentucky, FAU, Ole Miss and Missouri were expected to be easy, and were.
Though the Vol's at 3-3 have shown weaknesses, especially on defense, they are formidable and Nick Saban knows it!
"They have one of the best offensive teams in the country, statistically. They have two great receivers, who are some of the top receivers in our conference. They have a talented quarterback who's done a fantastic job for them this year. They have a big offensive line and they've been able to create balance on offense."
As for 'bama's offense, quarterback AJ McCarron saying Tuesday he's ready to go. He was rumored to have torn his meniscus on this play, rumor turned out to be bogus. Just a bruised knee the team says and again AJ will start Saturday night at Neyland.
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My father-in-law had a black screen after hibernating for 2 hours on his new Dell with Windows 7. I used Power Options to "turn off power" and "hibernate". As of 4 weeks later, the black screen has not recurred. I'll update his drivers over the Christmas holidays to see if that was the source of the problem. So, until somebody with more knowhow comes along, you might try changing the power options and updating drivers. I think there was also a post or two on other boards that said AVG could cause black screens. You could always uninstall AVG and try using MSE to see if that helps.
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Thanks - things are better now - my son in law looked at this post and a few others and I hope the system will be better now.
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Think that's only cat hairs and small crumbs scattered on your carpet? Think again. Carpets hold a lot more remnants of daily life than you may have thought. Carpets can be a breeding ground for bed bugs, with the females having the ability to lay thousands of eggs; this could end up becoming a big problem. Unsurprisingly, all homes contain bed bugs, but some people, unfortunately, have an aversion to them, citing bed bugs as the main cause for bites, rashes and other uncomfortable skin complaints. Not only are bed bugs a problem, but fleas, dust mites and mould also thrive within the fibres of your carpet.
Maintaining your carpet is essential for good health. Imagine abandoning vacuum cleaning, steaming or treating your carpet with carpet wash. Not only will dirt spread around the carpet, but all of those critters will too. Now imagine allowing your toddler to crawl around on your un-maintained carpet. Babies have a tendency to put their fingers in their mouths, so on a carpet which could be harbouring a huge amount of germs, this could be quite harmful for them. So to control the dirt, dust mites, or any other problems in carpets, ensure that carpets are hoovered and cleaned regularly. Using a cream cleaner or hoover will often only tackle the very top layer of the carpet, so it is a good idea to invest in the services of a deep cleaning company every once in a while. Not only will your carpet look great again, but all that harmful bacteria you have been harbouring previously will be eradicated.
Do not let this put you off getting carpets. Plenty of us love the feel of carpets under our feet, and they help to keep the house warm in the colder weather. With so many styles and colours to choose from, they definitely enhance the look of your house too!
If you are looking for a carpet fitter or carpet cleaning services, make sure you check on Directory Store. This free online directory is home to a variety of local tradesmen, including carpet fitters, who will be able to assist you when you require help. Once you have looked through the list of carpet fitters or carpet cleaners, choose the company that best suits your needs and contact them. Remember to keep your carpet in good condition whilst protecting your health by giving it some regular tender loving care!
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Cornish hens are small, specially-bred chickens that typically weigh less than 1 1/2 pounds and have tender meat. Cook the hens with the skin on to keep them perfectly moist throughout the cooking process, but remove and discard it before serving for a low-fat feast. Garnish with rosemary or thyme sprigs.
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Working with 1 hen at a time, tie ends of legs together with string. Place hens, meaty side up, on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray. Lift wing tips up and over back; tuck under hen. Insert a meat thermometer into meaty part of a thigh, making sure not to touch bone. Bake at 350° for 1 hour and 25 minutes or until thermometer registers 170°, basting occasionally. Let stand 5 minutes. Remove skin and discard.
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The 79-hour private pilot was on a 697-nautical mile cross-country flight when he decided to stop for the night at an airport approximately 209 nautical miles from his point of departure. Upon landing at the airport the pilot discovered that all airport services were closed. The pilot then contacted the fixed base operator (FBO) at a nearby airport and elected to fly there and spend the night. While en-route to the airport the aircraft engine lost power and the pilot elected to execute a forced landing to a vacant field. The airplane collided with trees during the forced landing. According to the Pilot/Operator Aircraft Accident Report (NTSB Form 6120.1/2) the pilot reported he departed the airport with 3 gallons of fuel on-board and the intended destination was approximately 11 miles away. The FAA inspector, who responded to the accident scene, examined the airplane and found no fuel in the fuel system.
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Rob vs Steal
Rob and Steal are two verbs used in English that show some difference between them in term of their usage. They should not be interchanged for that matter. The word 'rob' is used in the sense of 'take from'. On the other hand, the word 'steal' is used in the sense of 'lift'. This is the main difference between the two words.
The word 'rob' is generally used only in the case of thefts that are considered high in volume. The loss in a robbery is usually several dollars of money. On the other hand, the word 'steal' is used in the case of small thefts of lesser volume. This is another important difference between the two words.
Observe the two sentences,
1. He robbed jewels worth several dollars.
2. The merchant was robbed of his cash.
In both the sentences, you can see that the word 'rob' is used in the sense of 'take from' and hence, the meaning of the first sentence would be 'he took away jewels worth several dollars', and the meaning of the second sentence would be 'the cash of the merchant was taken away'.
Observe the two sentences,
1. Cash was stolen from the bank.
2. The thief steals money regularly.
In both the sentences, you can find that the word 'steal' is used in the sense of 'lift'.
It is interesting to note that the words 'rob' and 'steal' are both used as verbs. Both the words have abstract nouns in the form of 'robbing' and 'stealing' respectively. It is important to note that some words can be formed from the two verbs, namely, rob and steal.
Words like robber and thief can be formed from the verbs 'rob' and 'steal'. Usually the punishment for stealing is lesser when compared to the punishment awarded for robbing. This is due to the fact that robbing jewels and heavy cash is considered a bigger crime than stealing small sums of money or small articles. Hence, both these words should be employed as according to the value of the articles or the money that has been subjected to theft. These are the important differences between the two words, namely, rob and steal.


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Bachelorette Party- Slumber Party
Tired of the bar scene? Want something different then dressing up in bachelorette party garb and bar hopping? How about an old school slumber party? Pick a house and get all the maids together with their pajamas and sleeping bags. Watch movies, wedding movies of course! (The Wedding Planner, 28 Dresses, My Best Friend's Wedding) Have lots of snacks and drinks. Bring supplies for manis and pedis. Don't forget games too! This will save you and your girls money and no one will have to drive!
Colored Birdcage Veils
I absolutely love birdcage veils. I like the retro/vintage look and like that they are small and nothing is dragging behind you. I especially love colored birdcage veils! You can have one in any color you want- red, yellow, maybe something blue would definitely make a statement! You don't have go as bold, you could choose a softer hue. You can find a ton of them on Etsy. The sky is the limit if you like it, go for it. After all it's your wedding day and you can do WHATEVER you want!
Why limit the birdcage veil to the bride? How about the bridesmaids? You could wear a white, full birdcage veil and have the bridesmaids wear smaller veils that match the color of their dress. Or you could all wear them out on your bachelorette party. You can even make them yourself, they are easy and inexpensive.
Flip Books
I went to an event planning event a little while ago and they had a flip book studio set up. I had heard about them and I had seen the flip books before, but I never had the chance to do one. I was so excited to do it. Fun with FlipBooks had all kinds of props like boas, hats, glasses, gloves, and different signs. You get dressed up and then act silly for a short video. At first it was a little awkward because I was by myself at this event. But I loosened up and it was so fun! They printed me a little book right there and I got to take it home. Afterward I thought how awesome that would be if I was behind the camera with a couple girlfriends. I think this is such a great idea for a wedding or any event. It will definitely loosen up the guests and it can be your favor too. There is no limit on how many books you can have printed.
For more info on Fun with FlipBooks contact Kathleen Burke-Browne at firstname.lastname@example.com and their website is www.funwithflipbooks.com.
Why a Pillow???
If you don't already know, I am all about anything untraditional. I love the little details and I enjoy making them different. It sets your wedding apart from others, makes it more memorable, and it is just fun! I was thinking of different things you could use instead of a pillow for a ring bearer and I was curious to why a pillow anyway? I wondered if there was an interesting history on why a pillow was chosen. We all know the purpose of the pillow is to carry the wedding bands, the symbol of the bride and grooms' commitment to one another. They show the world that the bride and groom are now husband and wife. It is fitting they are carried with such care on a pillow.
In ancient Roman and Egyptian times it was only the wealthiest people who had the privilege of owning pillows and cushions. They were considered luxury items. It was only fitting that pillows would be used in wedding ceremonies. Rather than the wedding bands, they carried gold or silver stones.
If you are interested in leaving the old tradition behind there are so many different alternatives to a pillow. Some of my favorites are: a piece of coral, a kid-sized fishing pole, a bird's nest, and an antique jewelry box. You can do anything you want that fits you. If you are having a beach wedding a sea shell would be very fitting. If you are really big baseball fans you could use a baseball mitt. It's your day, be creative and have fun with it!
Honeymoon Checklist
9-12 Months Before
_ Make a budget, don't forget to think about food, spending money, and transportation.
_ Decide where you want to go, remember to discuss what each of you want out of the honeymoon and research the weather at that time of year.
_ Buy your plane tickets, shop around on line to get the best deal.
_ Book your hotel, get this out of the way so you can start planning the fun stuff.
6-8 Months Before
_ Plan out your transportation, book a rental car, buy a eurail pass if you are going to Europe, or figure out however else you will get around.
_ Get or renew your passport if needed.
_ If you are going somewhere exotic you may need certain vaccinations.
3-5 Months Before
_ Plan your activities. Research different things you would like to do and see. You do not need to plan every detail (unless you want to), just the major activities.
1-2 Months Before
_ Shop. Buy anything you may need for your trip.
_ Plan special activities. Book spa appointments, excursions, etc. The popular ones tend to book up fast at resorts.
1-2 Weeks Before
_ Pack. Make a list and check it off as you pack. You don't want to be packing the week of your wedding.
_ Pack a carry-on bag. Be sure to pack what you would need if your luggage was lost. You may need to wait a day or two for your luggage so be sure to have a change of clothes, toothpaste, toothbrush, etc.
_ Confirm hotel and transportation reservations.
Make sure the honeymoon you choose fits both of your lifestyles and energy level. If you are super athletic, laying on a beach will soon bore you. If you enjoy relaxing, sitting on the couch at home, sitting on a beach sipping margaritas would be right up your alley. Some places may offer both with different excursions. Although beware, excursions do get pricey. If you really like art and history, Europe would be an excellent choice. If you want warm weather and want to lounge, Mexico, Hawaii, and anything in the Caribbean would be great. If you want to be adventurous I would suggest going to Bangkok, Barbados, or Hawaii.
Whatever place you choose to have your honeymoon make sure that you will both enjoy it and it's in your budget! Do your research.
Top All-Inclusives
1 Sandals
2 Dreams
3 Secrets
4 Couples
5 Excellence
Top Cruise Lines
1 Regent Seven Seas
2 Celebrity
3 Crystal
4 Princess
5 Royal Caribbean
Top Romantic Cities
1 Paris
2 Venice
3 Florence
4 Rome
5 Barcelona
Top Romantic Beaches
1 French Polynesia
2 Hawaii
3 Fiji
4 St Lucia
5 Bali
Honeymoon Spots in the US
If you do not want to go far, go for too long, or want to save a little cash, there are so many great places to honeymoon right here in the US.
1 Napa and Sonoma Valley-Why go? There are over 300 vineyards, hot springs, antiquing, and beautiful views.
2 Lake Tahoe- Why go? It is sunny 75% of the time, beaches, golf courses, biking, hiking, skiing and other winter sports in the winter, casinos.
3 New Orleans- Why go? The music, the Creole and Cajun food, the French Quarter, the Garden District, Beignets (fried doughnuts).
4 Nantucket Island- Why go? The beaches, the whales, the history.
5 Aspen- Why go? For an adventure, snow sports, four mountains, the dining and nightlife.
Top 20 Honeymoon Destinations
I am so glad spring is finally here! I hope that means warm weather will soon be here to stay. All of this cold weather in Michigan has left me dreaming about vacationing in a warmer climate. This week my blog will feature everything about honeymoons! At least I can day dream about all of these warm places :)
Hottest Honeymoon spots of 2011
1 Hawaii
2 French Polynesia
3 Fiji
4 Italy
5 Bali
6 Bermuda
7 Costa Rica
8 Greece
9 The Bahamas
10 France
11 Antigua
12 Aruba
13 Jamaica
14 The British Virgin Islands
15 The Cayman Islands
16 Australia
17 Anguilla
18 Barbados
19 Mexico
20 St Lucia
Inexpensive Date Nights
Whether you're married, engaged, or dating, date nights (or days) are important. Sometimes we get tied up planning our wedding, busy with our career, or kids get in the way. It doesn't have to be a fancy expensive restaurant or the typical dinner and a movie. It just needs to be some time spent together, alone. Here are some inexpensive suggestions for dates in the Detroit area.
Friday nights at the DIA The Detroit Institute of Art is open Friday nights from 6pm-10pm for live music from around the world and other events www.dia.org/calendar/friday-nights.aspx Cost $8 per person (free on Fridays for Detroit residents).
Take a cooking class together You can learn how to make new things and make dinner together at home at least once a week.
Go ice skating There are so many ice skating rinks and it's very inexpensive.
Go fishing You don't need a boat, just a fishing pole. Look in your area for places you can fish and be sure to get a fishing license, they are only $7 for 24 hours www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,1607,7-153-10364_52261_52262---,00.html. Have a competition on who can catch the biggest fish!
Go hiking There are so many parks and different areas you can hike. You can end with a nice picnic lunch or just some wine, cheese, and crackers.
Take a dance class together It can be very romantic and bring a new couple closer. Who cares if you have two left feet, have fun!
Volunteer together This is free and very rewarding. You can go to a local children's hospital and read to ill children, work at a soup kitchen,or go play basketball or chesswith a boys and girls club.
Splurge on dessert Go to a nice restaurant and share a fancy dessert.
Check out your community's website for events going on in your area.
….I should take my own advice and have a date night with my husband one of these days


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