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|Fly Boy: Broadway's Spider-Man needs to be toyed with.
|Written by Stephanie Finnegan
|Friday, 11 February 2011 16:30
During the last two wintry months, where New York has been assaulted every week with blizzards and ice storms, the Big Apple denizens are understandably a bit peeved and defeated. If we were all living in a comic book or graphic novel, we'd be ripe for a superhero to come and lead us out of the darkness. Enter: the enormous, technology-filled Broadway opus "Spider-Man."
Conceived by Julie Taymor, who has always been touted as something of a genius, and scored by Bono and The Edge (from U2), the play has been getting tons of press because it is riddled with high-tech special effects that constantly go wrong. Actors have been left dangling from the rafters; cables have snapped; stunt doubles have been injured. It's akin to flaming NASCAR accidents on the Great White Way.
I received discount vouchers for the show, and had money from Christmas, so I purchased tickets for my family to attend. The four of us headed over to the theater, with a quartet of different expectations. My son, who is 8, knows Spider-Man is not real, but he wishes he were. My daughter, who is 6, wants to be a superhero and can't understand why the character of Mary Jane is just an actress in the comics. Why can't she be Spider-Woman? Wouldn't that be more exciting?
My husband and I didn't have high hopes for the performance. After all, it's getting so much press because of how bad and harrowing it is. So, I knew I'd be spending most of my time watching my kids watch the show. I figured this would be a great way to celebrate the Chinese New Year (my kids are adopted from China) and also to honor my son's anniversary of joining our family (he came here two years ago). While the children seemed to be captivated as it was happening, their connection to anything is like a spider's thread. It is brilliant to behold, but it falls apart when jostled or prodded. As soon as we left the theater, it was as if the event had happened a year ago. It was over—time to move on to the next experience!
I imagine that total immersion into THE moment—watching, with mouth open and eyes wide, Peter Parker scale buildings and jump on top of Green Goblin's back—is the stuff that childhood is made of. While it was happening, my son's back was rigid, and he was leaning out of his seat. He was in a world of his own—just him and these comic-book legends sprung to life. The second it was over, he was back to bounding around, begging for his next adventure.
When we left the theater, we exited through the gift shop (funny how the architecture works that way, huh) and my daughter asked if there were any Spider-Man and Mary Jane dolls. There weren't, but there were loads of adult-sized hats, shirts, hoodies, and other licensed products.
In fact, 98 percent of the audience was adults; my two children and four other kids I could spot were the only juveniles present. So, I wonder why this extravaganza is being mounted to impress adults—who will NEVER be captivated by this pageant—and is ignoring the children who are willing to embrace Peter Parker like a 21st-century Peter Pan.
I wanted to write a letter to Ms. Taymor and tell her to have Mary Jane come out during the show and implore the audience to clap really loud if we believe in Spider-Man. While he's hanging from the theater's ceiling, and his fate seems in jeopardy, she could rally us to applaud to make sure we want him to remain safe and victorious. Instead, the show is filled with Greek choruses mumbling incantations as they prattle on about mythology and atavistic tendencies (I kid you not).
The gift shop sums up the missing element of this Broadway behemoth: it's striving to be hip and cutting-edge, adult and iconoclastic. It's not. It's Cirque du Soleil on steroids. "Spider-Man" should develop a sense of humor, locate its inner goofiness and sophomoric nature. It should embrace the inner child who resides within its web. Forget about the "fan boys"—full-grown men who are still excited about comics, video games and other "nerd"-style stuff—it should be connecting with real boys and real girls. It is like "Peter Pan," but it is ignoring its own rank of lost boys.
Producers of "Spider-Man," stock your gift shop with Spider-Man dolls. Get in touch with Alexander, they're doing fantastic Addams Family dolls based on the new Broadway musical. Give a call to Robert Tonner—he's a superhero fan himself. He'd be meticulous and magical with his renderings. Maybe Mattel or Jakks? They both can sculpt the heck out of a famous person's likeness. Stop trying to be a meditation on the role of heroism in the epoch of human civilization, and just concentrate on being a big, bold, colorful comic panel sprung to life. Less talking, more soaring!
As a doll collector, and one who has sometimes overspent and regretted it, I can say that's how I felt about this night out. I justified it by saying, "It wasn't my money, it was a gift." And that was true, but I would rather have bought my son a really cool Spider-Man doll by Tonner and let him keep it in his bedroom. There, it could proudly stand on his shelf and be held on reserve to battle his Transformer robots and save the day for Barbie and Hannah Montana. (Those are the dolls that litter our children's bedroom floors.)
How much was the night out at "Spider-Man" worth? Certainly not 40 Pink Box Barbies. Maybe 20 of them, instead? But even that sounds too hefty as I type. Perhaps 10? Perhaps none.
When it's all said and done, the struggles between good and evil that Tommy mounts in his imagination will always stay with him. The games that he plays with his action figures versus his Lego trolls will be what he remembers a year from now, and perhaps a decade from now. That interaction between a child and his toys is priceless. A night at the theater with your children, at Broadway prices? Hmm, I still have to formulate the right calculation. Let's just say, I won't be making that trek again, anytime soon. If I want to give my children an evening of spellbinding imagination, I'll let them stay up for an extra hour and play to their heart's content. I think I'd like to watch that, too!
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I was offered seats at Spider-Man for free. I'm in NY for Toy Fair, and I turned them down. I figured I'd rather do something I'd enjoy and remember before I headed back home. You can't get three hours of your life back!
I also saw Spider Man recently and was profoundly disappointed that the story was not told in a more whimsical, light manner. I agree that a Spidey Doll would be an interesting addition to the production's gift shop, and, since the show is bound to close fairly soon, you'd probably be able to get leftover dolls in Odd Lot by the summer.
I prefer my comic book heroes on the printed page, left to my own imagination. Movies are okay because they are still larger-than-life up on the screen. Seeing a Spider-Man in the theater shows he's just a guy in a suit, hanging by wires. Not my cup of tea. Thanks for doing the legwork by seeing this show. I wasn't going to go before, and now I definitely am not going.


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RC 's & 4×4 truck clubs we want you!
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Hey race fans we are currently looking for local track help at our events in your area. In the past we have used 4 wheel drive clubs or car clubs that would like to be part of our events. You get to be back stage and as well as help us on the floor organize the event.
We are seeking RC clubs to be part of our events also. RC Monster Trucks whether Electric or Gas Powered are fun in our events.
Get in touch with us by emailing Ed Beckley firstname.lastname@example.com for more information to find out how you can be part of the whole experience.
Mud Race Safety Switch
February 27, 2011 by EdBeckley
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Here is the Mud Race safety switch that we require on your racer if you are going to compete at CFP Mud Races.
Please use this as a guide to hook your racer up for the automatic shut off kill switch so we can hopefully have safe indoor mud races. There are no gaurantees this will shut off your truck before you crash so drivers must be aware that things can go wrong.
This rendition was sent to us by one of our mud races, Jeff McCue & "THE BOMB".
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Gov. Robert Bentley said that the state's Year of Alabama Parks promotion will highlight state parks, local parks and outdoor recreation areas across the state in 2014.
Bentley addressed the crowd on November 2, 2013 at the ShrimpFest and Barbecue event at Oak Mountain State Park. The event was the first in a series celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Alabama State Parks systems next year. Throughout the year, Alabama's 22 state parks will host a variety of hikes, nature walks, camping specials and other special events.
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"I am humbled by the outpouring of donations this year, and thank neighborhood residents for their generosity," said Millman. "This wonderful program, made possible by District Attorney Hynes, intervenes to help domestic violence victims and their families. It is a model that should be emulated throughout the country as an effective way of combating domestic violence."
The Family Justice Center offers a wide variety of services to victims of domestic violence in the areas of housing, public assistance, criminal justice and counseling. Providing these services all under one roof ensures that domestic violence victims only have to visit one office. The center employs 151 individuals from city and state agencies, universities and community and religious organizations.
Turn your Christmas tree into mulch! On Saturday, January 9th and Sunday, January 10th from 10 am to 2 pm, the NYC Parks Department will recycle trees into material that will be used in city parks. Locations in the 52nd Assembly District are Cobble Hill Park (Verandah Pl. and Clinton St.) and Prospect Park (Third St. and Prospect Park West).
Recycle unwanted electronics! Thanks to the Lower East Side Ecology Center, NYC Parks and Con Edison, an event to safely recycle electronics will take place on Sunday, January 17th from 10 am to 4 pm at Prospect Park (Third St. and Prospect Park West). Bring items such as computers, printers, scanners, network devices, TVs, VCRs, DVD players and cell phones. At this time, home appliances, such as microwaves and refrigerators, cannot be accepted.
Many residents of the 52nd Assembly District have expressed their concerns about the Metropolitan Transit Authority's (MTA) plan to cut funding for student Metrocards, reduce Access-a-Ride service, lay off MTA employees and decrease bus and subway service. At a public hearing of the Assembly Committee on Corporations, Authorities and Commissions, of which Assemblywoman Millman is a member, she testified against this proposal. The hearing was an opportunity to discuss and examine the MTA's future policies, planning and finances.
Assemblywoman Millman says, "After fighting to prevent service cuts last year, like the B75 bus line, it is a shame so many MTA services again are being threatened. I will work to find permanent funding from the city and state that will allow the MTA to continue its operations and capital projects without having to scramble year after year to keep the system running."
Assemblywoman Millman proposes several solutions to improve the MTA's financial situation. She is one of few Assemblymembers from New York City that voted against the repeal of the commuter tax. The commuter tax was an additional source of revenue for the MTA, but was repealed in 1999. In addition, she has demanded better management of MTA-owned facilities. For example, it is believed that the MTA could have sold the Atlantic Yards property for a greater profit. Other MTA assets, including a building located at 370 Jay Street, remain vacant. Also, she is the sponsor of a bill in the Assembly to create a residential permit parking system for New York City in which all revenue would be devoted to public transportation.
Several factors have contributed to the MTA's current financial crisis. First, the MTA has a history of poor financial planning. In the past, state funding has been directed to other systems in the MTA while New York City transit has been inadequately funded. Although a new payroll tax recently was created to provide funds for the MTA, high unemployment has contributed to lower-than-expected revenue. In addition, the MTA was not prepared for a state Supreme Court ruling that it pay an 11.5 percent wage increase to many employees over the next three years.
On Tuesday, December 8th, Assemblywoman Millman toured the Urban Assembly High School for Law and Justice, located at 283 Adams Street. The Urban Assembly School, which moved into its Adams Street location in 2008, focuses on legal studies and issues of social. The school integrates community partners, including Brooklyn Law School, the Red Hook Community Justice Center, the U.S. District Court, the U.S. Attorney, and the Vera Institute of Justice.
"As the principal, Shannon Curran, led the tour, I was struck that she knew the name of each student we met," said Millman. "Clearly, this school feels a tight-knit sense of community among students, faculty and administration. It is this environment that encourages success, proven by the school's high graduations rate and the large percentage of graduates continuing their education in college. I commend the hard work of the administration and faculty, and, of course students, at the Urban Assembly School for Law and Justice."
The program actively engages students by partnering them with community mentors and a faculty advisor. The close proximity to Downtown Brooklyn's courts provides the perfect setting for high school students engaged in legal studies. Although many classes focus on legal studies, math and science are also an important part of the curriculum. For more information, you can visit http://www.sljhs.org/


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Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson of the Warriors, dubbed by their coach Mark Jackson as the greatest shooting backcourt off all time, combined for a dismal 14 points last night at the AT&T Center against the San Antonio Spurs, who were led by Tony Parker's 25 points and 10 assists, lifting the veteran Spurs to a commanding 3-2 lead in the series.
Thompson, who had scored 29 points in the first half of game two after catching fire from Agni in game two, didn't even attempt a three-point field goal, and scored just four points. His running mate Curry provided insufficient cover-fire for him, in what looked like his worst performance of the series scoring just nine points on 4-14 shooting and turning the ball over four times. His 44 point eruption in game one seems like a distant memory. While Curry's ankle injury from Friday night in Oracle may be the reason behind his recent playing woes, hours prior to tip-off, the young guard from Davidson felt pretty spry heading into Game 5.
"I feel good. Ready to go tonight. It feels a whole lot better than it did before Game 4, so that's all I could ask for," Curry said to Tim Kawakami of The San Jose Mercury.
Whether his ankles started giving him trouble as the game got underway, or the pressure reached to an insurmountable height for Curry, as a team moving forward, the Warriors have a real cause for concern heading into Oracle on Thursday. Andrew Bogut's only basket was a layup in the first quarter off a lob pass from Curry, and Festus Ezeli, Draymond Green, Richard Jefferson, and David Lee, all but Ezeli played over ten minutes, and were held either scoreless or below double-digits.
To add to the laundry list of problems, the Spurs are starting to play with an energy and enthusiasm unseen from the first four games, beginning from the bottom of the starting lineup in Tony Parker, whose use of the high pick and roll is sending the Warriors into a defensive nightmare. It's allowed Parker, in not only last night's game, but the games before, to get easy shots for himself and his teammates. Game five saw forward Kawahi Leonard and shooting guard Danny Green spot up after a Parker screen for easy threes. Leonard scored 17 points on nearly 88% shooting and Green chipped in with 16.
The Warriors can only hope for Harrison Barnes and Jarrett Jack to continue to produce on offense, who both scored 25 and 20 points each. But, Golden State can't expect to win, not only the next game, but the series in general, without great performances from their promising and ever improving backcourt.
"No one talks about getting this thing (series) over with, like you've got a rash or that type of thing and you take a pill or some cream and it's going to be gone. It's about going and playing, and that's about it," said Spurs coach Gregg Popovich.
For the amount of noise that will be breaking sound barriers in Oracle Thursday night, and what will inevitably be a heart wrenching end for both teams, it wouldn't be a bad idea to carry some aspirin before tip-off.
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The city Granada is located in Spain (Europe) and is ubicated on the geografic position of North 37° 10' and West 03° 35'.
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The "Día de la Cruz" is a popular tradition of Granada and its province. On the 3rd of May, balconies, patios, streets, squares and houses are decorated with flowered crosses and traditional utensils. Around the cross the people meet to eat, drink and dance.
The "Feria del Corpus" festivity dates back to the conquest of Granada. The city celebrates this event for a week.
The Alhambra was so called because of its reddish walls (in Arabic, («qa'lat al-Hamra'» means Red Castle). It is located on top of the hill al-Sabika, on the left bank of the river Darro, to the west of the city of Granada and in front of the neighbourhoods of the Albaicin and of the Alcazaba.
Discover the unique arab medieval citadel, probably the best preserved in the world, that is also the highest tourist atraction in Spain!
Visit the gardens and yards, like the Partal or the Generalife Gardens, the fortress and the dungeons and, of course, the palaces of the sultans, like the Palace of the Lions or the Palace of the Throne.
You´ll feel the atmosphere of the moorish culture surrounded by the perfums of the flowers and the murmuring of the water.
Strap on your dancing shoes, put on that flashy red shirt and take it to the dance floor at the Salsero Mayor, Granada's premier latin dance club.
The club has two floors, each with its own bar. The ambience of the place feeds the eye. On the television screen they play Calle 54 and on the wall are murals of latin musicians.
The place does not only just look good, it sounds good; the music switches off between Salsa, Merengue, Latin Jazz and even a little Samba, a tasty variety.
When you order a drink in Granada you get the tapas for free, but in the center around Plaza Nueva it is quite difficult to choose. So if you are very hungry and want to satisfy your hunger with bocadillos, we recommend 'La Antiguaia' – no one known ever managed to eat more than 3 in a row.
If you prefer an authentic bodega, you shouldn't miss 'Las Bodegas Castañeda' with more typically tapas, like Montadito with jamon serrano. In case you don't like smoke, go to the 'Taberna Salinas' at calle Elvira, one of the few places in Granada where smoking is really forbidden.


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Insufficient evidence to recommend a specific bearing surface in implantable hip devices: comparative studies find little difference in outcomes
- 1Department of Orthopaedics, University College Hospital, London, UK
- 2Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Northwick Park Hospital, Harrow, UK
- Correspondence to: Fares Haddad
Department of Orthopaedics, University College Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London NW1 2BU, UK; fsh{at}fareshaddad.net
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Total hip replacement surgery (THR) is a highly successful procedure for relieving painful degenerative conditions of the hip and restoring function. The articulating surfaces of the prosthetic joint can be manufactured from a number of different materials. Traditionally, metal (cobalt-chromium-molybdenum alloys) has been employed for the femoral head bearing surface and polyethylene for the acetabular bearing surface. Polyethylene wear particles have been implicated in loosening of the components and the need for revision surgery. More recently, the focus is on alternative bearing couples (combinations of materials) in an attempt to improve the longevity of THR and reduce the rate with which revision surgery is required. To this end, metal on metal, ceramic on ceramic and ceramic on metal bearings have been employed. Possible advantages include improved longevity and the ability to use a larger diameter articulation, thus reducing risk of dislocation. Possible disadvantages include exposure to high concentrations of metal ions and resultant adverse tissue reaction with metal on metal, risk of bearing fracture and squeaking with ceramic on ceramic and increased cost.
A thorough literature search of Medline, Embase, the Cochrane Controlled Trails Register and the National Joint Registry was conducted. In order to assess unpublished literature, the authors worked with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the USA to identify all safety and effectiveness summaries and mandatory postmarket studies submitted to the agency regarding hip prostheses.
Three authors abstracted data from the identified publications and examined methodological quality and publication bias before carrying out quantitative and qualitative analyses of the reported results.
The authors identified 18 randomised trials and comparative observational studies which were included in the analysis. Methodological quality was found to be moderate to high in four studies, moderate in five studies and low in six studies. There was no significant heterogeneity. Comparisons of functional results between types of bearing surfaces revealed a mean difference of 2.4 points (on the 100-point Harris hip score) favouring metal on polyethylene over metal on metal bearing couples. No other significant differences were found.
Comparisons of the need for revision surgery between types of bearing surfaces revealed no significant differences in the comparative literature. Analysis of data from National Joint Registers showed a higher revision rate for metal on metal designs in the Australian, New Zealand and England and Wales National Registers. Ceramic on ceramic and ceramic on polyethylene revision rates differed across registries with no bearing couple clearly favoured.
This systematic review is very appropriate at a time when the need for joint replacement surgery continues to rise and comes in the wake of recently well-publicised problems with metal on metal designs.1 The methodology is scientifically robust for analysing the findings of prospective randomised trials, of which there are very few, and for looking at registries which produce valuable hypothesis generating data.
Of the 18 comparative studies identified in the English language literature, only four were found to be of moderate to high quality. The evidence from the joint registries is, unfortunately, undermined by the heterogeneity in the type of data reported (eg, the Swedish register does not stratify results by bearing surface).
Classes of bearing surfaces have been analysed without the ability to take into account subclass differences. There are different polyethylenes, metals, ceramics and each implant type may perform differently. This must be acknowledged as a potential weakness of the evidence base and influences the interpretation of any results. The review makes clear that there is a need for further study. The lack of comparative data in the literature also precludes subgroup analysis by age or gender. The findings are also limited to use in osteoarthritis and avascular necrosis. Although the review appropriately addressed a focused question on bearing surfaces, other questions are relevant. For example, other prosthetic design features may have a role in functional results and longevity, such as femoral and acetabular component design and fixation type.
We must use caution in interpreting the results of this systematic review and meta-analysis because their applicability is limited, in the registry data, to failing implants that are revised. No assumptions can be made about those that are not revised. These could produce better, more functional results for longer than the traditional technology. Thus, if a device is seen to fail early in a young population it may be because this population is more active. When functioning well, the device may allow a greater and more satisfactory activity level. Moreover, some interventions, if applied in expert hands and in the optimal patient population, may be very successful and have advantages over traditional therapies. If applied inappropriately, however, they are highly likely to fail and be captured by registries.
The authors call for harmonisation of the methods and data reported across all registers and to this end the FDA has initiated the International Consortium of Orthopaedic Registries. An additional call for a high-quality prospective randomised controlled trials is made.
The current evidence does not demonstrate superiority of any bearing couple. This paper clearly highlights the need for more rigour in the way that new bearing surfaces are introduced and that any future changes must be introduced in a stepwise fashion through phase 1 trials, prospective randomised studies and, ultimately, careful registry review.
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While it's never a good idea to leave a tampon in for an extended period of time, your risk of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is still very low. In the early 1980s, the incidence of TSS rose to approximately ten cases per one hundred thousand women. After educational efforts and tampon modifications, rates fell to about one case per one hundred thousand women. Recently, for reasons that are unclear, the incidence appears to be on the rise again. But it is still very rare. Contrary to popular belief, most cases of TSS are not due to a tampon stagnating inside the vagina for extended periods of time. Most women with TSS are wearing a tampon and menstruating at the time of diagnosis, but the majority of these women have changed their tampon within a reasonable time frame.
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Hurricane Katrina victims to sue oil companies over global warming
"The plaintiffs allege that defendants' operation of energy, fossil fuels, and chemical industries in the United States caused the emission of greenhouse gasses that contributed to global warming," say the documents seen by the AFP news agency.
The increase in global surface air and water temperatures "in turn caused a rise in sea levels and added to the ferocity of Hurricane Katrina, which combined to destroy the plaintiffs' private property, as well as public property useful to them."
The suit, claiming compensation and punitive damages from multinational companies including Shell, ExxonMobile, BP and Chevron, has already passed several key legal hurdles, after initially being knocked back by the lowest court.
Other companies named in the suit include Honeywell and American Electric Power, with the residents charging that "the defendants' greenhouse gas emissions caused saltwater, debris, sediment, hazardous substances, and other materials to enter, remain on, and damage plaintiffs' property."
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Dr. John Koomen graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 1979. Dr. Koomen has two offices in Tennessee.
Specializing in the field of Psychiatry, Dr. Koomen is prepared to diagnose and treat the various types of mental illness, which may include depression, eating disorders, bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders, among other psychiatric illnesses and disorders. Dr. Koomen is trained to provide various treatments, including the prescription of medications, different forms of psychotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy, among other techniques.
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Herbie and his four siblings were rescued with their feral mom from a window well in Coaldale. Herbie, Hannah and Helix were born without tails. They don't even have a little stub. The Manx breed is known to have colon problems and all three kittens have had trouble. Herbie and Hannah are doing very well but their little brother Helix is still not out of the woods. If you are familiar with the Manx breed and you are prepared to work with any medical problems they might encounter then Herbie could be the one for you. We are also desperate for donations to help pay down our high vet bill for the three kittens at Park Pet Hospital.
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- Rescues and shelter volunteers in Lethbridge already know the personality and tendencies of their pets. This means they can match you with the right pet. That will makes it much easier transition to owning a pet for yourself and your new pet.
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School grades are in and Alachua County's score drops
By Blake Alderman on July 17th, 2012 | Last updated: July 22, 2013 at 4:10 pm
School grades are out, and the Alachua County Public School District got some bad news. The district grade just dropped to a "B". The grading system is based off of the past year's FCAT scores. Florida's 89.1 WUFT-FM's Blake Alderman reports officials […]
New Alachua County elementary school begins construction
By Sanika Dange on June 8th, 2011 | Last updated: July 22, 2013 at 11:00 am
By Sanika Dange – WUFT-FM School district officials say construction on Alachua County's newest elementary school is setting standards higher. It will open in time for fall of 20-12 and will relieve overpopulated school zones on the western side of […]
Students begin FCAT 2.0
By Corey Bachman on April 11th, 2011 | Last updated: July 22, 2013 at 1:03 pm
Students will take the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test for four days beginning today (4/11). The rebooted FCAT 2.0 is designed to evaluate skills students should be able to master under new state standards. Alachua County Schools Spokeswoman Jackie Johnson says […]


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Thread: 6 cell vs 9 cell
21st March 2012, 08:51 PM #1
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6 cell vs 9 cell
I just ordered my x220, but now I'm second guessing the 9 cell battery. I was thinking I'd just buy a 4 cell when I need to save weight, but they're a bit pricey, especially if 6 is the perfect compromise.
Is the extra weight and protrusion worth it? I realize it's largely down to personal preference/need but I'd like some opinions. I had a protruding battery previously, and didn't mind it much, but it wasn't an ultralight.
Also, if I placed my order today will changing the battery be a hassle?
21st March 2012, 09:07 PM #2
Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
well with my 9 cells, i am getting 10 hours of battery time. For me it is worth every dollars and gram.
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21st March 2012, 11:26 PM #3
Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
I'm in the opposite camp... I got my 220 with the 9-Cell and was getting the double digit runtime, but I never really run more than 5 to 6 hours at a time so I switched to the smaller/lighter 6-Cell.
I'm hoping IB can drop power consumption enough for me to get by on the smallest battery...n o n s e n s e - w a r s . c o m
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Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
I usually buy a 6 cell with every machine I buy. I like the lower weight and profile. But I rarely need more than 3 hours of battery life.
21st March 2012, 11:32 PM #5
Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
Given the small cost difference between the two when configuring, I'd go with the larger 9-cell battery option. The relatively small difference in weight won't make or break the machine for me, while not having the battery time when I need it will.
22nd March 2012, 11:42 AM #6
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Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
I usually use my machine on AC, but for the times that I don't (carrying it to a friend's house or something), I use it for at least 5 ~ 6 hours. I got the 9 cell with my W520 (mainly because I couldn't select the 6 cell option, and even if I could the price difference was like $15 only) for my haphazard battery usage.
I also spend something like 7 ~ 9 hours in a lecture hall for most days of the week, so I like the fact that I can just take my machine in the morning and have it still running when I get back home.
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22nd March 2012, 12:06 PM #7
Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
This isn't a difficult choice. Get the smallest battery that will satisfy your runtime requirement.Thinkpad T440s | i7-4600U | FHD | 512GB SSD | 12GB | Intel 7260-AC | FPR | BT | Camera | Win 7 Pro
22nd March 2012, 03:14 PM #8
Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
I never notice or think about the added bulk/weight of the six-cell. In my hands right now I have my X220i with the six-cell and the Dell XPS 13, which is the same weight as the X220 with the four-cell. If I think about it, the X220i does feel a smidge heavier, but they're very close.
22nd March 2012, 07:55 PM #9
Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
The 9 cell is discounted pretty nicely when you order it with your build. Otherwise it's expensive if you decide you wanted it later, unless you buy it on ebay or something.
I ordered with the 9 cell and then ended up buying an extra 6 cell because the 9 makes the unit back-heavy. I use the 9 only when I need it, but it mostly stays in my fridge.
The physical height/weight difference between the 6 and 4 cell is minimal, so I would go with the 6 if that was the choice.
23rd March 2012, 03:48 AM #10
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Re: 6 cell vs 9 cell
I like my 9-cell despite rarely requiring a full 10 hours without a cord. I don't pay attention to the battery indicator as much as I used to with my old MBP. Now, if I need to go do work on the go for a few hours, I just throw the x220 in the bag without thinking about charging ahead of time. It is a bit heavier, but in all honesty, if someone has trouble lugging around a x220 with a 9-cell in their bag, they need to start doing some weights or something.
EDIT: I am, however, thinking about a second 6-cell battery when I do need marathon mileage.ThinkPad x220 - i5 2520, IPS, 8GB Ram, 80GB mSata, 320GB HDD, FPR, Webcam, Bluetooth, Intel 6205 wireless. Still going strong!
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Wyman's widow Lauren takes part in memorial motorcycle ride
ROME, N.Y. (WKTV) - Before the rain came on Saturday, the second annual Kurt B. Wyman Memorial Motorcycle Ride was held in Oneida County. The loss of the deputy and former marine is still felt by many.
Wyman's former colleague Deputy Robert Russell Jr. said, "I really enjoyed working with him, and it was a great loss last year when he was tragically taken from us."
Wyman's widow Lauren now rides the 75-mile ride herself, and she says she has special reason to do so. She said, "That was something to be a goal of ours, to own a motorcycle. We had actually just started looking before everything happened , so it feels fitting and appropriate that this is something we do to remember him."
Lauren Wyman says she is very religious, and so was Kurt. Her faith is what she credits with getting her through the past 15 months.
Deputy Wyman was also a seargeant in the U.S. Marines. The proceeds from the ride will be donated to the Rome Marine Veteran's Center.
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