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June 6 the FDA reported it was "finalizing a protocol to test berries for the Hepatitis A virus, and will be testing samples related to the outbreak, including the frozen blend." The FDA announced May 31 it had begun inspecting and investigating the Townsend operation.
Unusual hepatitis A strain
The CDC reports the strain of hepatitis A linked to the Townsend product is identical to one linked to outbreaks in Europe and Canada.
"This genotype was identified in a 2013 outbreak in Europe linked to frozen berries and another 2012 outbreak in British Columbia related to a frozen berry blend with pomegranate seeds from Egypt," according to the CDC report.
"Preliminary laboratory studies suggest the outbreak strain of hepatitis A virus is genotype 1B. This strain is rarely seen in the Americas but circulates in the North Africa and Middle East regions."
The CDC is encouraging anyone who ate the Townsend Organic Anti-Oxidant Blend within the past two weeks to check with their doctors to determine if they should get a hepatitis A vaccine because it can be effective for up to two weeks after exposure. Symptoms may take 50 days to manifest.
Legal action pending
Three lawsuits related to the outbreak have already been filed against Townsend Farms Inc. in Superior Courts in California in Orange County, San Diego County and Los Angeles County.
The Seattle-based Marler Clark law firm filed to form a class action suit for all people who were exposed to the Townsend Farms product and received a vaccine or immune globulin dose as a precaution. Attorney Bill Marler said he believes there are about 25,000 people who fit the proposed class description and should be reimbursed for the shots.
The other suit filed by Marler Clark, as well as one filed by Houston law firm Simon & Luke, involve personal damages for people infected with hepatitis A.


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There are some great pantry threads that will eventually be lost and Starpooh suggested I post links here so that others can post and, hopefully, we'll keep some of these resources alive for those planning pantries in the future. (She pointed out that threads 'live' longer here than on the discussions side of the forum.) There is one thread, in particular, that has awesome photos of pantry interiors that I can open through a link I've saved, but if anyone posts on it, it doesn't become current again. Starpooh has put it in .pdf form and it is too large to download here, so I've linked it below.
Here is another walk-in pantry thread with helpful shelf spacing guidelines/recommendations:
There is also a previous thread with photos of closet style pantries, which I'm still trying to track down. Of course, photos of pantry cabs will be helpful to people, too. Anyway, here's hoping people will start showing off their pantries here, so we form a pantry album for others to consult. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Thread as .pdf: Anyone Willing to Share the Inside of their Pantry?
Follow-Up Postings:
A previous thread discussing and showing closet-style pantries. |
Here is a link that might be useful: thread with closet pantries
I have a pantry suggestion... Ventilate! http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/kitchbath/msg101417068231.html Walk-in pantry -- can I see yours? Would A Walk-In Pantry Be a Major Selling Point To You? Wood or wire shelves for walk-in pantry What size should a step-in corner pantry be? And here's a preview: The left side has 15" shelves and holds, top-to-bottom, cereals, snacks & drinks, gluten-free foods, small appliances, and two bins--one for yams & one for white potatoes. (Small appliance shelf now holds cookbooks. Toaster Oven & coffee maker are now on the floor.) The right side holds, top-to-bottom, paper towels, baking/cooking supplies (next 3 shelves), small appliances, more baking supplies. The floor has a stool & paper plates. |
Mine is in the .pdf linked above, but here it is again: Shelf spacing, starting at floor: 19", 15" 14", 10", 10", 14", approx 22" to 9' ceiling. |
- Posted by rochellep3 (My Page) on Sat, Feb 7, 09 at 23:42
This is a very timely thread! We are framing ours right now. It is a corner/closet walk-in type, though the back of it has shelves that use our under the stair space. Those shelf heights look just right, especially because I have the same grinder. Oh, I also wanted to add that when I open the pdf I seem to be missing about 1/3 of the text to the right side, with no scroll...any idea why? |
- Posted by holligator (My Page) on Sun, Feb 8, 09 at 10:07
Good idea for a thread. I wish I had paid more attention to the design of my pantry. My focus was on the appearance, which I am pleased with, but the function could be better. If I were to do it again, I would make the cabinets a few inches shallower. They are 18" now, and I think 15" would probably work a bit better so things don't get lost in the back. I would also have had drawers, or at least pullouts, in the bottom sections of both pantry cabinets. Here is my pantry wall... And here are the insides, before they got overloaded... |
Here is the link to WillowDecor's amazing butler's pantry given by her on the kitchen forum for this thread. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Butler's pantry
Another link offered by Willow for examples of butler's pantries. |
Here is a link that might be useful: butler's pantries
A thread on pullout and other cabinet pantries. Only 2 photos, but it's the best I could find in a search. |
Here is a link that might be useful: 'Pull out pantry vs individual slide out' thread
rochellep3 ~ I've checked the pdf and it seems to load fine in my browsers. But it's a big file (almost 2MB).. perhaps your browser can't load the entire file? Try downloading it (right click) and saving it to your hard drive; then open it. Hopefully the entire file will open. btw.. it's 52 pages. |
- Posted by choochnbob (My Page) on Mon, Mar 16, 09 at 18:53
I did a very low budget- no budget - no sew pantry makeover. The kids kept leaving the doors open and the mudroom can be seen from the kitchen and hallway so it used to drive me crazy- now that it is cooordinated, and most things hidden, I don't mind if the doors are left open. We store our everyday use items like drinks /cereal/PB/J in a separate smaller pantry. I used a glue gun to cover some free cardboard boxes with some left over fabric. Each of the boxes is labelled with the type of food so the kids could find things and so I could find the stuff they put back in the right bins. On alternating shelves, behind the curtains is where I keep the small appliances. Bigger, heavier ones store on the floor behind the lowest curtain. I used the glue gun to "sew" the little curtain pieces and used velcro to hang them from- very handuy to pull off when putting groceries away and then to velcro back on when done. |
Here is a link that might be useful: chooch's mudroom pantry
Pretty spiffy, Chooch! Very neat and tidy looking. |
I didn't realize my pantry thread wasn't on here...here it is: Thread: Sharb-inspired Pantry Done! |
- Posted by mariposatraicionera (My Page) on Wed, Apr 15, 09 at 0:09
I am thinking of redoing a walk-in pantry that's right off the laundry room. We already have two outlets in there for the MW and the toaster, but other than that, it's not a well designed space. We added some makeshift shelves over the years and it's a sort of 'catch-all' at the moment. What size shelves (depth) do you find is most useful? We have some that are 18" deep and I end up having stuff at the back and always seem to lose things, so I am thinking perhaps 12" or maybe 14"? The shelf with toaster oven, MW and toaster might need to be a bit deeper. It's late now, and I'm upstairs but tomorrow I will measure everything. A contractor is coming by tomorrow, and I will be chatting with him about what can be done. Some of the walk-in pantries (and others) looked terrific! Lots of space for storing dishes, canned foods, paper products etc. I seem to always keep our toilet paper in the garage! How much space did you all leave between the last shelf and floor? I don't have any space in the kitchen or laundry room for recycling, so I've been keeping tall bins on one side of the pantry for paper, plastics and glass! Any help would be appreciated. Wish I could put in a sliding door, but doubtful this can happen with my space. |
Mari, My back shelves are about 16" deep and the side ones are 12". I have 19" between the floor and my bottom shelf...just the right size to roll in the wheeled bins that hold wheat, beans, and pet food. |
- Posted by mariposatraicionera (My Page) on Thu, Apr 16, 09 at 0:21
Thanks Rhome. I saw the contractor today and we talked about putting in a pocket door. Right now the door we have to the walk-in pantry is close to the door to the garage, and both doors have huge dings because they do slam into each other. That's a very stupid design by the builder! What kind of wood did you use? The GC was talking about using Oak because he said it's stronger. Does the support you have there get in the way? I am trying to avoid that, but not sure if I can. Anyone out there with pocket doors on theirs? |
- Posted by mariposatraicionera (My Page) on Thu, Apr 16, 09 at 10:32
Someone had posted a picture of a nice sized walk-in pantry awhile back, but I haven't seen it listed. She had the shelves going all around the pantry (three sides), and I believe she did not have any of the support for the shelves that I am seeing here. Don't suppose anyone remembers seeing that pantry? She had white shelves (I think!). |
We used Douglas Fir throughout the house, so I'm sure that's what DH used in the pantry, too. Oak is harder, but I don't know if it's necessary for strength in the pantry or not. Can't hurt. I have no concerns about the strength of the fir. It may get dings, but the cleats against the wall and the notched post aren't going to let the shelves down, I'm sure. The post doesn't bother me. We decided in designing the shelves that it was the best option (I didn't want support underneath the shelves that would get in my way of filling the shelves)...and DH, as a cabinet maker, likes to have shelves well supported every 3 ft or less. So, I just expected it and I make it work. I'd rather have that than sagging shelves, or have to worry about what and how much I'm storing on them. Sorry, I don't remember which other pantry you asked about that had U-shaped shelves without an exterior support. Having one corner with the L-shaped shelves, I'm glad not to have another...and it leaves me the blank wall, where we lean the Swiffer vac and our pantry folding step stool. |
- Posted by mariposatraicionera (My Page) on Fri, Apr 17, 09 at 0:09
Rhome, I may have to look through the finished kitchens, but I do remember thinking how neat her pantry looked. Should have saved it! I will discuss different types of wood and figure out how we can make sure the shelves won't sag. That's what I have now and it's awful. |
- Posted by mariposatraicionera (My Page) on Fri, Apr 17, 09 at 18:57
Pantry check list: Determine layout that meets your needs, plus additional space for what you don't anticipate (will you try to cram a vacuum cleaner or step stool in there?). Allow for adequate movement for humans operating in the space. Make sure doorways are wide enough to enter and exit and bring shelving and food items into the pantry closet. If possible, locate the pantry in the northeast corner of the house, or the coolest location. Allow deep shelving for small appliance storage, bulk food, and other odd-shaped items. Allow shallow shelving for easy access and visibility to canned goods. A mix of open shelving and drawers will cover most of your pantry storage needs. A place to store and sort recyclables Bins or baskets for potatoes, apples, bananas etc. Plan for ample lighting, maybe even a motion light for convenience. Include wall hooks for miscellaneous items like aprons, sweater, or purses - this tucked away storage helps keep your main kitchen looking neat and tidy effortlessly. Consider keeping some empty wall space - you might want to hang calendars, a reminder board, or hanging pouch storage (or fly swatters, yardsticks). Many people associate the color white with pantries, and for good reason. White walls and shelving brightens a space allowing it easier to see your pantry goods. Include outlets inside the pantry. These would come in handy to recharge items out of the way, like flashlights, cell phones or even popular rechargeable vacuum cleaners. Also, you may want to run a small appliance, such as a crockpot. DO NOT make the mistake thinking you can squeeze something like a small chest-type freezer into a walk-in pantry. Pantries need to be kept relatively cool; a freezer's compressor would generate too much heat to be located there. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Pantry
- Posted by mariposatraicionera (My Page) on Sat, Apr 18, 09 at 18:32
My pantry is about 5' x 5' so not too big nor too small. I measured where we have our recycling bins, and we'd need about 24" from last shelf to floor, unless I find somewhere in the garage to keep them. The MW & toaster are on 15" shelves, but some of the other shelves are about 11", and that makes finding canned goods easy. What I am having a heck of a time figuring out is where to keep the brooms/mop/vacuum cleaner. I also would love to have a shelf with outlet for charging phones/iPods because it is not working out on my desk! Also thinking of having another outlet for the paper shredder. Who would have thought a pantry would require that much thought??? Any other ideas for type of wood to use for shelves? |
I will be back for help redoing my standard builder's pantry closet (they said i couldn't make it deeper than 24" b/c at 3ft wide it was too narrow for walkin). I hate the 16" deep shelves! Just wanted to comment on outlets in closets/pantries. My builder wouldn't put any in - not even in my 9.5ft x 7ft WIC! I have a broom/coat in my mudroom. They put an outlet low on one side of the closet (outside) by the kitchen door, and another one high on the other side (by the utility sink) but wouldn't put one inside when I asked b/c "it's a fire hazard" Has anyone run across this? I think it's more a fire hazard when I have my Swiffer plugged in with the cord running over to the sink area (nonhinge side of the door) and someone shuts the door all the way when I've left it cracked! |
I have NO idea why outlets in pantry or closet would be considered a fire hazard. Shoot, some rooms can be as small as 9 1/2 x 7. The electrical and building inspectors sure had no problem with outlets in our pantry and walk in closet. We even have an outlet in the back of the builtin cabinetry that serve as our kids' closets, which, are, of course, much smaller and might be more likely to get clothes shoved up against them. I would ask more about the actual code and not let his preferences, if that's all it is, dictate what you need. I agree with you about the greater hazard being in running cords all over the place. |
Just to follow-up on this post - we were told the same thing about outlets in smaller closets - because they were not immediately visible, if there's a spark then it won't be seen. Ridiculous in my opinion but apparently in some areas it's a code issue. |
This seems so funny (and aggravating for you), since many outlets are located where you can't see them...Behind fridges, ranges, behind cabinets for rangetops, etc. So for your area is there a square footage guideline that determines the code, or is it just how the area is labeled on the plans? I wonder if you left off the door and/or called it a 'work room' if you'd get away with pantry outlets. The outlet for my microwave, which is situated in the bottom half of an upper cabinet, is inside the enclosed part of the cabinet above it! |
I personally just find it bizarre.. this came to our specific attention because I was trying to put an outlet in a utility closet and our electrician balked initially - I think we will end up doing it anyways, but technically it's a code issue. I don't know exactly why though, but I think it may be a combination of square footage and lack of sight (i.e., there's a full door in front of it so you don't see it on unless you open the door). But as you point out, that's the case for many many outlets in our home, so... who knows! :-) Thanks for this thread by the way - VERY helpful!! |
BTW Rhome - your pantry looks great - mind if I ask how big the "room" itself is? It looks similarly sized to the one we are doing which is 5 ft deep and 5 1/2 ft across... trying to visualize what I'm doing! |
Kerrygw, your pantry sounds pretty nice! Mine is only 4 ft wide by 3 1/2 ft deep. |
- Posted by antiquesilver (My Page) on Sat, May 9, 09 at 23:22
- Posted by mariposatraicionera (My Page) on Mon, Sep 7, 09 at 10:37
That is a beautiful pantry. |
- Posted by desertsteph (My Page) on Wed, Sep 9, 09 at 21:28
I love pantry threads! according to my dbf's eyeballs my soon to be pantry is 4' wide and 18" deep. I will be changing out the shelves at my eye and reach level to about 12" deep. that's about as deep as i want most of them to keep from losing things in the back. the lower shelf and a higher one will remain 18" for larger items. |
(*sigh*) Some great pantries on this thread - thanks for keeping the photos and ideas alive, Rhome! Re electrical outlets: our electrician told us that in our city, they are against code in an enclosed space unless you have some ridiculous amount of clearance from any flammable material, like 3 feet in every direction from the outlet. Means if your wooden pantry shelf or cabinet is within 3' of the outlet, it is a code violation. You can get around it by not making the pantry enclosed; so a walk-through pantry (like a hall lined with shelves) is fine, or an open alcove pantry like WillowDecor's is fine, or a reach-in pantry with no door is fine. |
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This is a very timely thread for me as well. I have a slightly different problem. I have the pantry, but I need to find the appropriate door. My old one was oak and my new kitchen is mission style cherry. The KD want's to sell me basically a 24x80" cabinet door so it will all match, however this is very pricey. The pantry is on a standalone wall so I don't know that it has to match the cabinets. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance! |
Jsol, is your pantry a framed-in rather than a cabinet? From what you're saying, I think it must be? Our pantry has a door that matches those in the rest of our house...not the cabinets. Our pantry door: |
rhome410, yes it is a framed in space. We tore out the original door and frame for our remodel and now I need to find a door to go with the rest of the kitchen, or at least something that doesn't look out of place. |
- Posted by dinobambino (My Page) on Wed, Feb 3, 10 at 14:46
Where we live we cannot put lighting into a closet unless it's a fluorescent with an enclosing face cover that is X distance from combustables. No chandeliers or vintage anything. This thread makes me very curious as to whether we are allowed to retain a previously legal outlet when the space gets incorporated into a pantry closet. I had assumed I could use the old outlet (formerly served a refrigerator) for the Rhoomba and the dehydrator. Yes, we planned to include ventilation via a louvered door. |
- Posted by dirtymartini (My Page) on Sun, Apr 11, 10 at 10:50
Here's mine! Just finished last night. Shelves are painted Dove White, then polyurathened. Brackets are wood, stained a "walnut" (they look darker in the pics...but they *are* pretty dark...a little darker than I wanted, but I still like them) and also polyurathened. Left side (pictured here) the shelves are 15" deep, all the way to the top. From floor to first shelf is 18 inches Left side is exactly the same, except those shelves are 11.25 " deep. Top shelf, though, is 15"...since it is so high up, doesn't affect people when they walk in, so we made it deep to store large, rarely used items. Same amount of distance between the shelves going up. Back shelves are 7.25" deep. Then, we skipped a shelf going up, so they are 20" between, but we may add some more 7.25" shelves in between, depending on what we find we need. We may put a bulletin board on the wall back there. For now, my "door" will be a beaded curtain...it is wood beads (bamboo) and I will have two tiebacks on either side of the doorway (inside the pantry, not visible) for when I am cooking and using the pantry a lot...or unloading groceries. I also plan to get a pretty light fixture inside. Ceilings are too low for even a mini chandelier, but I want something really pretty in there...gotta go shop for it soon. Anyway, I hope this helps some folks. I got so much help from this thread and the forum in general. |
Here is a link that might be useful: finished WIP
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Here is mine! Dimensions are 57 inches deep by 82 inches wide. I have a separate broom closet and I have enough cabinet storage for large platters and things. So this pantry is just for food and appliances, basically. I have a counter in there for additional prepping space which I love! |
Shelly K - Gorgeous pantry!! I especially love the pocket door with the frosted window. |
Thanks, Bickybee!! We just moved into our new home a week ago so I'm still getting settled, but loving the pantry! |
- Posted by beckysharp (My Page) on Sun, Sep 19, 10 at 19:59
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Thanks for this great pantry thread for newcomers! I really needed to see this :) |
My pantry ideas were all obtained from Gardenweb help. It's an odd shape in the corner of the kitchen. We have a Corian counter in there to hold our toaster oven and coffee maker. (It cuts down on our kitchen clutter.) This is to the right of the door and where we keep our stereos and satellite box for the kitchen tv and our kitchen and patio sound systems. |
- Posted by allison0704 (My Page) on Tue, Jan 25, 11 at 14:23
Here's my newly completed walk-in pantry. It's about 5' by 5' with a 1' by 2 1/2' vertical soffit for HVAC ducting in the back corner. Back shelves are 12" deep; can shelves are 4 1/2" deep. |
Here are some before and after shots of the pantry area of our newly completed kitchen. We think it used to be a mudroom but it had cabinetry in it since the day we moved in. Our kitchen is small, 8x12, so this space really helps out. Old Pantry Entrance Old Pantry New Pantry Entrance New Pantry |
arlosmom i love your pantry, how wide is your door? |
- Posted by antiquesilver (My Page) on Wed, Jul 13, 11 at 14:49
Maddielee, I think yours is one of the best uses of a re-purposed broom closet that I've ever seen. |
Here's our finished pantry: More details and pics of the process in the post linked below. |
Here is a link that might be useful: From black hole to kitchen pantry
- Posted by breezygirl (My Page) on Tue, Aug 28, 12 at 0:14
Here's my small corner walk-in. Its much more organized now than when I took this. Sorry for the mess. Shelves are off the rack from HD done by my carpenter. I wanted something more built-in and prettier, but this will do for now. Shelves are 12" deep on three sides. |
Can you please tell me the color of the grey you used on the walls? THX |
Kellykath, who were you asking? If it was Willtv, or another who posted here, you might click where it says (My Page) next to their user name and send them an email, so you'll get a quicker answer. |
Our new walk-in pantry. Just over 6' x 8' in size, with 9' ceilings. Shelves are a mix of 24" deep, 12" deep and 9" deep. We have two slide out drawers under the bottom left shelf in which we put kid snacks for their easy reach. We store ALL food and small appliances in here - the only foodstuff we keep in the main kitchen are spices near the stove. Our contractor cut and painted the wood himself, and then hung all the brackets. Shelving has been braced together in the corners to keep them from separating. We love it! It's a vast improvement over the small over-stuffed closet we had before our kitchen remodel! |
- Posted by crazybusytoo (My Page) on Sun, Aug 4, 13 at 14:08
bump!! |
What type of lighting is needed for a walk-in pantry? We are planning something about 5X8. I noticed a few windows in the pictures posted, how is that working? Too hot? Nice natural light? Posting overall dimensions along with the pictures is so helpful, thanks! |
It looks like I've "broken" the link to my pantry pics (posted 02/04/2009), so here is the current link: Buehl's Pantry (includes inspiration, design, construction, etc.) (It's too bad you cannot edit earlier posts!) |
This post was edited by buehl on Tue, Jan 6, 15 at 20:34
My kitchen is almost done. What a disappointment. Large pantry that was 23 inches deep and 41 inches wide is now 19 inches deep and 36 inches wide. I went custom but I think I got short changed. What is the standard clearance for rollout shelves. We have the noxious that goes into the prior opening. This has boards on each side to frame it according yo the contractor. Then there is a bar the pullout is attached to. I don't get it. |
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Selby Gallery. On view here through Oct. 11: the annual Ringling College Faculty Exhibition Part I, highlighting fine arts, computer animation, interior design and the CORE program. Opening with a reception at 5 p.m. Oct. 17: Part II of the exhibition, focusing on works by faculty in digital film, illustration, graphic and interactive communication, photography and liberal arts, to run through Nov. 8. 359-7563.
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State of the Arts Gallery. Eye Candy, an exhibit revolving around color and texture, opens Oct. 24 to run through November. 955-2787.
The Princess and the Pea. Venice Theatre's Generations Theatre offers this classic fairy tale about a princess who's up all night Oct. 2-19 in the Pinkerton Theatre. 488-1115.
McCurdy's Comedy Theatre. Headliners this month at the comedy club: Dale Jones, Oct. 1-5; Robert Mac, Oct. 8-12; Judy Tenuta, Oct. 17-19; and Karen Rontowski, Oct. 22-26. There's also a Family Night Oct. 6; for more details call 925-3869.
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Monday Night at the Movies. This Sarasota Film Festival/Ringling Museum series continues with French-themed showings at the Historic Asolo Theater, including An American in Paris, Oct. 6; Lovers on the Bridge, Oct. 13; The Day of the Jackal, Oct. 20; and Under the Roofs of Paris, Oct. 27. 360-7399.
Family Film Festival. The first event of its kind presented by the Sarasota Film Society, with family-oriented movies being screened at both Burns Court Cinemas and the Lakewood Ranch Cinemas Oct. 10-16. 364-8662.
G.WIZ. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition opens here Oct. 4; it offers visitors the chance to take a chronological journey about the doomed ship through room re-creations and authentic artifacts. Run through Feb. 8. 309-4949.
Tinsel and Treasures Gift Mart. The Junior League of Sarasota presents this annual opportunity to find all sorts of goodies for sale, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 17 at Sarasota Municipal Auditorium. Admission $5; call 953-5600.
Mentors of Music. The newly renamed Sarasota Orchestra (formerly the
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Sarasota Orchestra Masterworks. Pianist Stewart Goodyear joins the orchestra to perform Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue and Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Oct. 30-Nov. 2. For times, tickets and locations, call 953-3434.
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Steppin' Out. A tribute to the hits of songwriter Irving Berlin, opening Oct. 21 on FST's cabaret stage and running through November. 366-9000.
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One issue addressed by HHS is the appeals process for Americans who feel they should qualify for coverage or federal support under the individual insurance exchange but have been deemed ineligible by the government. In its release, HHS sketched out a "federally managed appeals process" where individuals will first go through a preliminary review and receive what the department is calling an "informal resolution." If the consumer is satisfied with the outcome, that decision would be viewed as final, but if not they may request a more formal hearing.
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Wednesday's release also outlines a separate appeals process for employers looking to appeal the government's assessment of the insurance plans they currently offer. Under the Affordable Care Act, all plans must meet federal standards for "minimum essential coverage." If the government determines that plans offered by a company don't meet those standards, under the new rules the employer may appeal that determination through either a state-run or federal process.
HHS also finalized a policy pertaining to oversight and privacy protection. While state insurance regulators will continue to provide primary oversight, the new rules allow HHS to monitor companies that offer plans on the new exchanges, in addition to the exchanges themselves, to make sure they're in compliance with federal standards. In order to be eligible to offer plans on the exchanges, the new rule also dictates that insurers must accept multiple forms of payment, including paper checks, cashier's checks, money orders, electronic transfers and prepaid debit cards, and according to HHS, they must "present all payment method options equally."
The government also released a final decision that would allow states that have chosen to default to a federally run individual insurance exchange to nonetheless set up a state-run exchange for businesses, called a Small Business Health Options Program. If the state can assure the government that its small-business exchange is up to federal standards, the rules released Wednesday say they can begin operating in 2014.
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Tomorrow is March 8. In other words, it's International Women's Day. For those of you wondering how to mark this auspicious day, I've rounded up a few of my favorite ideas. Feel free to add your own in the comments.
1. Attend the 11th annual International Women's Day Fair and Luncheon. Hosted by WorldChicago, the International Trade Club of Chicago and the Union League Club of Chicago, the annual luncheon this year welcomes Gatorade President North America Sarah Robb O'Hagan, who will speak on "From the Sidelines to the Workplace: The Increasing Relevancy of Female Leadership." As a bonus, Chicago femme favorite Alison Cuddy, from WBEZ, serves as master of events. The luncheon is Thursday, March 8, so get your tickets now. (TCW is a media sponsor of this event.)
2. Talk to a congressperson about women's rights. The so-called "war on women" is tearing a destructive path through women's rights across the country. In 2011, a record 92 anti-choice bills were passed in 24 states; 2012 is ambitiously trying to surpass that achievement. These range from bills mandating ultrasounds, waiting periods and visits to Crisis Pregnancy Centers; to de-funding women's health clinics; to, of course, allowing employers eliminate insurance coverage of health services, including birth control, that they find morally objectionable.
Here in Illinois, the House is debating two bills in the Agriculture Committee, which has inspired the slogan "Women are Not Livestock." The Ultrasound Mandate Prior to Abortion bill would require physicians to offer to perform an ultrasound prior to an abortion and show the image to the patient; ultrasounds are medically unnecessary in the first trimester and could cost a patient an extra $200-$1200. (I'm told the bill may mandate the now infamous transvaginal ultrasounds for women seeking abortions in their first trimester of pregnancy.) The ASTC Regulations for Abortion Facilities bill would needlessly change regulations for clinics providing even non-surgical abortions. The additional costs to clinics to meet these unnecessary standards has a high potential to shutter health clinics that serve the women who depend on them for health services. (Planned Parenthood alone estimates it would cost an additional $1-$2 million to go through ASTC licensing process for six Illinois health centers, four of which perform no surgeries.) If you're opposed to any of this legislation, let your representatives at the state and federal level know: call them, email them, write them, petition them.
3. Attend the TCW's Top Singles Party on Friday, March 9. The party benefits the TCW Foundation, which awards grants to underfunded Chicago charities (like these) serving at-risk women and children. In the U.S., less than 8 percent of foundation dollars go toward organizations serving women and children, though they are the most likely population to be living in poverty. There are still tickets left–get them here.
4. Get educated about women's economic parity, then do something about it. This is a good place to start.
5. Vote for women. The Illinois primary is on Tuesday, March 20. More women in elected office means better government and stronger communities for everyone. Here's why.
6. Buy Girl Scout cookies. The Girl Scouts of the USA celebrates their 100th anniversary on Monday, March 12. Though the Girl Scouts has recently come under some strange, misguided fire (from an Indiana politician claiming they are in cahoots with Planned Parenthood and later retracting that statement, to being criticized for being so all-inclusive as to accept transgendered children into their membership), they are an amazing organization that promotes "courage, confidence and character" in their members. Not to mention skills like financial literacy and media skepticism. Your cookie purchase supports the organization — and is delicious. If you're downtown on Monday, join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana for a celebration in Daley Plaza. I've been promised there will be cookies available at the Girl Scouts' nearby offices following the public gathering.
7. Appreciate a woman in your life. Tell your mom, daughter, girlfriend, wife, best friend, niece, sister, coworker, or even just that female barista who always gets your latte just right that you appreciate everything she does for you and the people around her. Even better, do something nice for her. Just because.
8. Volunteer your time or donate. There is no shortage of amazing organizations in Chicago that serve women. Is your passion education? Mentorship? Ending sexual violence? Reproductive health rights? The rights of women and girls in developing countries? Pick a cause and then give, give, give in whatever way you can.
9. Learn about the history of International Women's Day. Do you know what the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire is? Or the day's roots in the Labor Movement? Or why empowering rural women can help end hunger and poverty (the United Nation's 2012 International Women's Day theme)?
10. Take care of your health. As women, we often take care of ourselves last. So on March 8, relax. Breathe. Go do some yoga. Take a run. Eat some Girl Scout cookies. Or take 5 minutes to finally make that doctor's appointment you've been putting off. Whatever it is, do something kind for yourself today.
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February is an ideal month to enjoy oysters for two reasons: cooler weather and Valentine's Day. The shelled delicacies taste best when harvested in fall and winter, and they're loaded with zinc—a mineral that helps the body produce testosterone—which gives them their aphrodisiac reputation. Low in calories and cholesterol, they're also good sources of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. Some of our favorite places to order oysters for two are PB Catch in Palm Beach, Spoto's Oyster Bar in Palm Beach Gardens and City Oyster in Delray Beach.
Don't want to leave the house? Cook up a romantic dinner with one of these oyster recipes from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
Florida Oysters Rockefeller
Serves 6
- 36 oysters, shucked, on the half shell
- 2 cups spinach, cooked and drained
- 1/2 cupcrispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 bell pepper, diced small
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine
- 1/4 tablespoonhot pepper sauce
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4 lemons, quartered for garnish
- sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Pre-heat oven on high broil. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine spinach, bacon, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, bell pepper, parsley, hot sauce and lemon juice. Stir ingredients to combine. Taste spinach mixture, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Place one tablespoon or so of the spinach mixture on top of each half shell oyster. Place all stuffed oysters on a cookie sheet. Put the cookie sheet in the middle rack of the oven. Carefully watch the oysters under the broiler, and let them cook for several minutes until the oyster edges curl and the top of the stuffing is golden brown and bubbly. Serve oysters over a bed of ice cream salt with lemon wedges.
Lemon Garlic Oysters
Serves 6
- 36 oysters in the shell
- 6 ounces butter, melted
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
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- 12 oysters, on the half shell
- 1/4 stick unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, fine diced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped fine
- sea salt to taste
- fresh ground pepper to taste
- lemon, quartered for garnish
Preheat oven broiler on medium-high. In a small mixing bowl, combine butter, bell pepper, garlic and parsley. Stir butter to combine all ingredients, and season lightly with salt and butter. Place all oysters in an oven-proof roasting pan. Evenly distribute a dollop of the mixed butter over the top of each oyster. Place the roasting pan on the center rack in the oven. Carefully watch the oysters under the broiler; once the sides of the oyster turn gray and bubble around the edges, it's time to remove them from the oven. Let oysters cool slightly, and serve with lemon and crusty bread.
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- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup onion, sliced thin
- 1/2 cup celery, sliced thin
- 1 12-ounce container oysters, drained, reserve liquid
- 2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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The Lindbergh Foundation is deeply saddened by the passing of Astronaut Sally Ride on July 23, 2012. In 1983, Sally Ride established her place in history by becoming the first American woman to blast off our planet and into space. Having done that, she became a role model for many aspiring young people, particularly young women. Her enduring legacy on the planet has been set, however, by her work, leadership and inspiration as one of the strongest advocates for science, technology, engineering and math. We have lost an incredible person who will be missed, but her accomplishments and life will continue to serve to motivate many.
It was indeed an honor to recognize Dr. Ride with the Foundation's first Anne Morrow Lindbergh Award in 2003 for her outstanding achievement, spirit of initiative, and great dedication toward making positive contributions to our world.
The Anne Morrow Lindbergh Award was created in honor of an extraordinary woman, who was a pioneer, pilot, parent, adventurer and author. It was presented for the first time to Dr. Sally Ride, an equally extraordinary woman, pioneer, adventurer, and role model. Upon bestowing the Award, Reeve Lindbergh said, "We honor Dr. Ride not only for her outstanding achievements in the past, but also, and perhaps even more significantly, for her tremendously positive ongoing contributions to the future, for our children and for our world."
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A recent report from The Associated Press noted that levees deemed in unacceptable condition span the breadth of America.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has yet to issue ratings for a little more than 40 percent of the 2,487 structures, which protect about 10 million people.
Of those it has rated, however, 326 levees covering more than 2,000 miles were found in urgent need of repair.
Mississippi Rep. Bennie Thompson, the top Democrat on the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee, issued a statement Thursday in response to the report.
Thompson said since Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast in August 2005, he has been "appalled by the magnitude of levee deficiencies discovered across the country."
He added that failure to repair levees puts lives in danger.
According to Peter Nimrod, chief engineer of the Mississippi Levee Board, Bolivar Countians should feel relieved knowing how well local levees held up during the historic 2011 flooding.
"Our levees are different from a lot in the nation," said Nimrod. "Ours were certified in 2010, so there's no unfavorable rating."
Francis, located on Miss. Highway 1 North, is the only remaining problem area after 2011's floods, and Nimrod said the contractor on site is nearly 70 percent complete.
The existing berm was dug up and repacked and the contractor will soon be installing relief wells.
"The fact that Francis is the only area speaks to how well the levees are constructed in Bolivar County," added Nimrod. "The floods were a major test to the system and they've withstood the test of time.
"We're in good shape in Bolivar County."
Some structures in the Corps report had inadequate "freeboard" — extra height to prevent overflow, which can weaken the landward slope of the levee.
For example, the Corps found there was not enough height in a levee along a 20-mile stretch of the Yazoo River system, which came close to being overtopped in 2011.
Bill Sheppard, assistant chief engineer for the Yazoo-Mississippi Delta Levee Board, noted that none of its levees failed at that time.
"Our system works," Sheppard said. "Does it have components that need to be fixed after this flood? Absolutely. But if you look at the levee evaluation reports, you'd think, 'Oh Lord, run for the hills.'"
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Cruise the Prince Regent River and enter one of the last untouched wilderness areas on Earth - a haven for more than half of the Kimberley's native mammal and bird species and home to some of Australia's most dramatic coastal gorges and cascading waterfalls. The only way to access this remote river and its 635,000 hectare nature reserve is to cruise in or fly over on a tour from Broome or Kununurra. Along the way, you might also get the privilege of witnessing the only horizontal waterfalls on Earth, the 1,000 plus island paradise of the Buccaneer Archipelago and the world's largest inshore reef - Montgomery Reef. Dropping dramatically from an elevation of 800 metres above sea level, the Prince Regent River has cut a 50 kilometre course through the surrounding sandstone plains, creating some truly awe-inspiring features along the way. The most famous landmark is its terraced waterfall, King's Cascade. Once you've got a winning shot or three, make the climb to the top for a swim in the freshwater pools. You'll also get to gaze at the majestic Python Cliffs, Mount Trafalgar and Pitta Gorge, where the river runs in a straight line between near vertical cliffs, creating more must-snap opportunities.
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Northam lies at the heart of Perth's picturesque Avon Valley offering blissful relaxation with a touch of adrenalin for good measure. It's the perfect spot for a riverside picnic, whether you're admiring Western Australia's only colony of white swans or catching Western Australia's own unique sporting event - the Avon Descent. Following the Great Eastern Highway from Perth, you can reach Northam in under an hour and a half, making it the ideal Avon Valley day trip or weekender. If you're visiting in August, check out the start date for the Avon Descent annual sporting event. Grab yourself a spot on the river bank and watch world champions and novices from around Australia and overseas take to the water by power and paddle craft in this thrilling two-day time trial. The grassy, tree-lined river banks are a more tranquil scene at other times of the year, with an abundance of birdlife, including Northam's famous white swans. But there are still thrills to be found on Northam's pedestrian suspension bridge - the longest of its kind in Australia - or with a hot-air balloon flight over the Avon Valley's rolling pastures. The town also invites you to step into its past by visiting the permanent exhibition of post-war migrant history at the visitor centre or following the Northam Heritage Trail on foot or by car to explore its pioneering era. Among the highlights is Morby Cottage, the home of one of Northam's first families, standing as a tribute to the tenacity of the early settlers since it was built in 1836. For a taste of rural country life today, book into a farm stay nearby, or sample some country town charm with a stay at Northam's hotels, motels and bed and breakfast accommodation. Be sure to browse the art and craft galleries before you leave and take a piece of the Avon Valley home with you.
Eucla is the largest settlement built on the vast Nullarbor Plain - the biggest limestone karst landscape on Earth, covering an area of 270,000 square kilometres. Explore the town's heritage and swing by the world's longest golf course, the Nullarbor Links, as you undertake the epic Eyre Highway road trip across the Nullarbor. Just 10 minutes from the South Australian border, the isolated town of Eucla sits 1,430 kilometres from Perth by road and makes an ideal stop on your Nullarbor adventure. Tackling the amazing Eyre Highway takes you 1,675 kilometres from Norseman in Western Australia to Port Augusta in South Australia, passing the Great Australian Bight, caves, a bird observatory and Eucla's historic telegraph station. The highway is also the path of the world's longest golf course - the Nullarbor Links. Play 18 holes on the 1,365 kilometre course, which stretches across the vast red plain and along the rugged coastline, from Kalgoorlie in Western Australia to Ceduna in South Australia, with kangaroos, bush turkeys and emus admiring your drives and putts. While you're on the road, head 50 kilometres east of Eucla to 100 metre high limestone cliffs that form part of the longest unbroken cliff line in the world. As a rest stop or refreshment break, Eucla offers powered caravan and camping sites, as well as a motor inn, where you'll find a bar, restaurant, café and motel-style accommodation. During your stay, be sure to meet a few colourful locals and learn about the town's pioneering heritage. Visit Eucla Museum, the Bureau of Meteorology and the town's historic telegraph station and jetty - reminders of the role Eucla played in the early 1900s when it was the country's busiest telegraph station outside Australia's capital cities.
Western Australia's apple capital of Donnybrook invites you to discover an abundance of fresh local produce, Australia's biggest free entry fun park and its lovingly restored heritage architecture. Just two hours and 15 minutes by road south of Perth, this charming south west town offers scenic drives perfect for a daytrip from the city, a stopover on your down south tour, or your base for a blissful country break. Take to the streets around Donnybrook and beyond, where you'll find a dazzling display of apple and cherry blossoms during spring and quaint roadside stalls laden with the freshest of local farm produce. At the heart of the Geographe Wine Region, the Donnybrook area boasts seven cellar doors from which to sample the award-winning signature notes as well as a local cider factory. Built from the ground up by locals, the Donnybrook Apple Fun Park proudly boasts the title of the nation's largest free-entry entertainment park. Fire up a barbecue and enjoy an afternoon of free family fun climbing, swinging and sliding. Soak in the ambience of a time gone by with a collection of colonial buildings dating back to the late 19th century. Stroll along the winding path of the Aboriginal sculpture park and read fascinating tales of one of the world's longest surviving cultures. Walk, cycle or roll out the picnic rug to relax and unwind in the countryside. The local dam, tree park, historic mill and seasonal falls offer idyllic spots to enjoy a glass of wine and some stunning natural beauty. Or take a short drive on the quirky side to nearby Gnomesville, home to over 3,000 gnomes of all shapes and sizes. For an overnight stay in Donnybrook, you can pick from farm stays, self-contained cottages, hotel and backpacker accommodation. Design your visit to Western Australia's home of apple production to coincide with the biennial Easter festival, a decades-old event celebrating the March to May harvest season.
To the Indigenous Noongar people, Yallingup means 'place of love'. One visit will show you why. With its top-rated surf, stunning beaches, world-class wines, ancient caves and breathtaking ocean sunsets, Yallingup captures the hearts of nature lovers, thrillseekers and wine connoisseurs alike. Yallingup lies to the north of the Margaret River wine region, within three and a half hours' drive south of Perth, or a short ten minute drive from neighbouring Dunsborough. Famous the world over for its consistent, spectacular surf breaks, Yallingup is home to the renowned and well-ridden Three Bears, Yallingup, Smith's Beach and Injidup breaks. That said, you'll also find sheltered spots ideal for swimming and fishing. If you'd prefer to sample the region one step at a time, hit the Cape to Cape Track. One of the most diverse walking treks on Earth, the 135 kilometre trail leads you from Cape Naturaliste to Cape Leeuwin, passing long sandy beaches, dramatic granite headlands, tall karri tree forests, caves, blankets of spring wildflowers and, of course, nightly ocean sunsets. Beyond the beaches and headlands, Yallingup's award winning wineries and boutique cellar doors dot the picturesque hillsides, with some even overlooking the ocean. Here, character and world class quality can be found in fruit intense chardonnays, rich semillons, robust cabernets, soft merlots and many other varieties and blends. For the foodies, a memorable meal is not hard to come by. Highly skilled chefs have been attracted to the region by the finest quality fresh produce. The result is a wide variety of extraordinary dining experiences, from beachside cafes and fine dining restaurants to gourmet vineyard lunches. Choosing your bed for the night will bring more tempting options, with hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, guesthouses, luxury retreats, private beach houses, self-contained units and caravan parks. Advanced bookings are highly recommended, particularly during school holidays and long weekends.
Experience gold rush history where it all began in the charming outback town of Boulder. This marks the spot where the first gold was struck in the 1800s and the site of one of the world's largest open cut mines - the awe-inspiring Super Pit. Just five kilometres south of Kalgoorlie, Boulder is accessible by air, road, rail or guided tour from Perth. Flights and TransWA trains depart daily, or hit the Great Eastern Highway for the seven-hour road trip from city to outback, stopping to ride one of Australia's biggest waves at Wave Rock. Established during the 1880s, when thousands of starry-eyed prospectors made the journey east of Perth, Boulder was originally named after the Great Boulder Mine. The first mine on what's known as the Golden Mile was developed where Irishman Paddy Hannan struck gold and sparked the great gold rush of the 19th century. Wander along Burt Street and admire architectural reminders of Boulder's gold rush heritage, such as the Town Hall housing the Goatcher Curtain, the Miners Monument, Goldfields War Museum and the Loopline Railway Station. Head for Boulder Station and you can tour the surrounds of the Golden Mile in the old train that once carried hundreds of miners to work. Today, the historic Golden Mile is part of the Super Pit. At 3.5 kilometres long and 1.5 kilometres wide, it's one of the world's largest open cut mines, producing 900,000 ounces of gold each year. Visit the Super Pit to learn more about the history of the Golden Mile, or pull on a hardhat and join a guided tour to discover how this modern super-sized mine operates. Alternatively, take in the spectacle for free at the Super Pit Lookout, off the Goldfields Highway. Access to the lookout is restricted during blasting times - contact the Kalgoorlie Goldfields Visitor Centre for details. To make Boulder your base for an outback adventure, take your pick from the range of hotel, guest house and holiday park accommodation in the town.
Corrigin is a popular stopover when visiting Hyden's Wave Rock and the seasonal wildflowers of the area. Located two and a half hours drive east of Perth; Corrigin is a very attractive, tidy wheat belt town. Tour the surrounding countryside during wildflower season to see vibrant colours stretching to the horizon. The local cafe sells local hand made crafts, coffee, fresh home made food, cakes, biscuits and pizza. The Corrigin Pioneer Museum provides a link with the past in its display of early Australian farm machinery. The Miniature Railway and Steam Train are available for rides. Visit the Corrigin Dog Cemetery, an unusual pet cemetery dedicated to man's best friend. Established in 1974, the Dog Cemetery is a tribute to Mans Best Friend. With over 80 loved ones now buried, the cemetery is unique to Corrigin and worth a visit. Take time to read some of the headstones, which are all made and maintained by a local resident. Kunjin Animal Farm is located 18 kilometres west of Corrigin on the Brookton Highway. Visitors can see and touch animals such as alpacas, emus, deer, ostriches, miniature donkeys, boer goats, sheep, cattle, geese and more. Accommodation includes a motel, hotel and caravan park.
Discover the rich colours of Carnamah, revealed in its pioneering heritage, striking murals and one of the best wildflower shows in the State - showcasing over 600 varieties of unique and dazzling Western Australian wildflowers. Following the Great North Highway from Perth, you can reach Carnamah in under four hours. From here, you're only a 45 minute drive from Eneabba and more wildflower country, or a one and a half hour drive to the white sandy beaches of Leeman. In August and September, a drive along the Everlastings Trail will reward you with epic wildflower country scenery as blankets of pink, yellow and cream flowers stretch to the horizon. You can catch the wildflowers at any time of the year in Carnamah - there's always something in bloom. But Mother Nature puts on her finest displays between August and December, with nearby Tathra National Park being one of the closest hotspots. Living up to its title as a Painted Road town, Carnamah displays a series of murals depicting the region's pioneering history, including works entitled Drover's Rest, Sale Oh and Macpherson's View. Beside these murals sits a collection of heritage-listed buildings, turning a stroll through town into a journey through time. If you happen to be here on a Friday afternoon, stop by at the Carnamah Museum to marvel at its pioneer treasures, from historic farming machinery to photos and domestic items. Heading one kilometre to the east of town, you'll reach the stone-built MacPherson Homestead (circa 1869). Originally the home of the MacPherson family and a rest-stop for travellers, today it's listed by the National Trust and offers visitors an insight into early settler life. Another short trip from town takes you to Yarra Yarra Lakes - the remains of an ancient river system that has created a series of shimmering salt lakes. From the lookouts, you can take in the colours of the seasons, from pink in the dry summer months to blues after winter rains. For your overnight stay, soak up a little
Be dwarfed by majestic karri tree giants, one of the world's tallest hardwoods, in the pretty historic milling town of Donnelly River. Here, you'll find adventure in epic proportions too, as you tackle one of the world's great long-distance trails - the mighty Bibbulmun Track. Donnelly River lies three and a half hours' drive south of Perth in the forested heart of Western Australia's South West. The Bibbulmun Track passes right through the town centre, offering the opportunity to take in the region's beauty at a slower pace, whether you walk just a small section or over 1,000 kilometres from its starting point in Kalamunda to its finish line in Albany. Originally a timber milling town, Donnelly River was home to the only steam-driven mill in the region in the 1950s. Today, the lovingly preserved mill is heritage listed and the old workers cottages have been converted into quaint holiday accommodation. Nearby, One Tree Bridge also provides a glimpse into the town's past - this enormous felled karri tree that once provided access over the Donnelly River, now makes an interesting photo opportunity. To see one of the most impressive survivors of the milling era, head for The Four Aces, a line of four towering karri tree giants that have stood proudly for over 230 years. From here, and many of the region's attractions, you can follow walking trails through the natural bushland habitats of emus, kangaroos, kookaburras, possums, parrots and other Australian wildlife. During the springtime, Mother Nature presents a spectacular display of Western Australian wildflowers. In fact, nearly 80 percent of the region's plant species are found nowhere else in the world, including many of the brightly coloured members of the Banksia family. For a peaceful picnic and a refreshing dip, Donnelly Lake and Glengoran Pool offer picturesque swimming and picnic spots. Or, to make the forest your home away from home for a few nights, book a stay at one of the town's comfy, cosy, self-contained cot
Cue reveals its fascinating history in surprising ways - from Aboriginal cave paintings depicting Dutch ships of the 17th century at Walga Rock to grand gold rush era architecture and ruins. Mother Nature also puts on one of her most stunning wildflower displays here between July and September. Travelling on from Mount Magnet, Cue is an easy hour's drive north. Or, if you're heading out from Geraldton, allow five and a half hours. Many of the town's original buildings still stand proudly as tributes to their 1890s gold rush heritage, classified by the National Trust and still serving their original purpose. Take a walk by the government buildings, post office, court house and police station. Visit the old gentleman's club, which now serves as the shire office and houses an impressive photographic collection portraying Cue's past. Experience a turn of the century shopping trip to Bell's Emporium. Or drop in for a drink with the locals at the Cue Hotel. Step back further in time and head out to Walga Rock, 48 kilometres west of Cue. Inside this 1.5 kilometre long rock, a series of caves reveal secrets of the region's past in a collection of cave paintings. Among them is a curious depiction of sailing ships, believed to be Dutch explorers that visited the coast of Western Australia in the 17th century. Stay and soak up some outback hospitality at a local station stay, hotel, motel, caravan park or bed and breakfast.
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Jeremy Ausmus: 2012 WSOP October Nine Video Interview
Published on Jul 2012 by Pokerlistings
The final table of the 2012 WSOP Main Event is set and Jeremey Ausmus has a seat. The Las Vegas live cash-game pro is last in chips but is already guaranteed the biggest score of his career. Get to know one of the players that might become the next world champion of poker in our latest 2012 October Nine World Series of Poker player bio.
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Behind the Scenes: PokerListings and the Battle of Malta
For the second year in a row the PokerListings Battle of Malta set the record for the largest poker tournament ever held in Malta and this year we're taking you behind the scenes to find out what goes into one of Europe's hottest low buy-in poker events. Starting at the PokerListings video studio in Vancouver we fly to Malta to see if the 2014 Battle of Malta will cover the €500,000 guaranteed prize pool. We also go inside the PokerListings.com head office to learn the story behind one of the most successful online poker affiliate companies in the world. Watch the full video and check PokerListings.com for more action from the 2014 Battle of Malta.
Panka, Hansen, Shorr Receive 2014 Spirit of Poker Awards in Malta
At the 2014 Battle of Malta, PokerListings honored three very special poker players with the Spirit of Poker Awards. Dominik Panka, Thor Hansen and Shannon Shorr took the second-ever SOPA awards in the categories of Rising Star, Living Legend and Most Inspiring Player, respectively. Both Panka and Hansen were in Malta to receive the award but Shorr was unable to attend and sent in a video acceptance speech. Each player beat out a tough lineup of poker pro's and received more votes in order to win. Check out the video and watch Battle of Malta host Maria Ho present the awards, plus a few words from each of our winners.
Thor Hansen Reflects on Epic, Inspiring Poker Life (w Johnny Lodden)
Thor Hansen was a teenager when he took over his brother's stack in a poker game and went on his first heater. Now, over 50 years later he's been around the world and seen more of what the poker world is all about than almost anyone. Hansen received the Spirit of Poker Living Legend Award at the 2014 Battle of Malta and spoke candidly about one of the most epic and inspirational poker journeys ever. Starting in Oslo in the 1960s Hansen played in poker clubs, at the racetrack and even in the woods. "Poker came naturally to me. I was playing a little bit of pool and I was always into gambling. I went to the racetrack when I was seven years old," said Hansen. "I never thought about what I was going to become. Poker just meant so much to me so quickly I never thought about anything else. I just wanted to play poker. So that's what I did." In his 20s Hansen began travelling. He set a course for Las Vegas and on his first trip won a WSOP bracelet and did well in the cash games. Hansen talks about how, years later, he became close friends with poker legend Stuey Ungar and went on to play for Larry Flynt in his famous seven-card stud game in LA. Hansen is joined by Johnny Lodden, one of Norway's most successful poker players ever. Lodden talks about how Hansen was and continues to be an inspiration to poker players in Norway and beyond. Check out the full interview and keep watching PokerListings for poker player interviews, short documentaries and poker strategy video.
Discuss Strategy with Poker Friends - How Not to Suck at Poker Ep. 10
Our final tip in this series is to make friends with poker players that are better than you and discuss hands with them whenever you get the chance. We've interviewed thousands of professional poker players and when we ask them how they got better, this is the number one answer. If you're already part of a group of poker friends chances are you're already talking strategy, but if none of your friends are into it, it'll pay off to branch out a bit and make friends with some good poker players. And the good thing is, it doesn't even have to be in real life. There's a ton of strategy discussion on poker forums like two plus two, and you can take it one step further by joining a skype group with people who play the same stakes and games as you. Advice That's Right for You Books are a great resource for learning strong fundamentals and lots of of hard data but you can't always find out how to fix the mistakes YOU'RE making. When you're talking strategy with a good player you can address the exact spots that are giving you the most trouble. Usually a better player will have already encountered them and can give you great advice based on their experience. The advice will be even more useful if you're talking to someone who's already beat the games and stakes you're playing. Staking Deals and Support It's pretty common in poker for good players to invest time in teaching their friends, and even go on to stake them in tournaments or cash games. If your goal is to become a more serious poker player getting a staking deal and a poker mentor is one of the best things you can do. And if you want to make a living playing poker, it's really valuable to have a support network to get you through tough times and motivate you to keep working hard and playing your best. If everything goes according to plan, sometime down the road you'll be one giving a new player the benefit of your experience.
Lennaárd Crushes BOM Deluxe, Bergman Pulls Off Surprise Proposal
This year at the PokerListings Battle of Malta there was more than poker on the schedule. Two men met to settle years of bitter rivalry in the boxing ring, on the poker felt and on the chess board. Ken Lennáard is a well-known poker player and writer in Sweden and it was in the comment section of his blog that he first met Andreas Bergman. Harsh words followed, mostly from Bergman if you believe Lennáard's story, before Bergman suggested they meet face to face to put their beef to rest once and for all. We captured it on video and although it didn't pan out the way we hoped, the ending surprised us all. Check out the full short documentary to see the story unfold for yourself.
GPI's Alex Dreyfus: It's the Right Time to Start Sportifying Poker
Two and a half years ago Alex Dreyfus bought the Global Poker Index with the intention of making it the worldwide standard for poker rankings. He now says he's accomplished that goal and is looking forward to making poker a mainstream sport. Dreyfus competed in the PokerListings Battle of Malta, the biggest poker event in Malta's history, and says the event's low buy-in and major-tournament feel are a key way poker brands can attract new players to the game. Dreyfus says it's a format that's largely missing from the European tournament scene but that globally it's actually the fastest-growing style of poker event. Dreyfus goes on to explain his new projects the Global Poker Masters and the Global Poker League, two new initiatives to make poker more marketable to a mainstream audience. Through both events Dreyfus hopes to create a system where the best poker players in the world don't have to buy-in to major events, but can instead compete for big prizes supported by team owners and advertising sponsors, similar to professional golf. Check out the full interview and stay tuned for more interviews and highlights from the 2014 Battle of Malta.
Jan Peter Jachtmann Rates Best German PLO Players, High-Stakes Scene
Jan Peter Jachtmann is a high-stakes poker player from Germany who specializes in Pot-Limit Omaha but he took a shot in No-Limit Hold'em at the 2014 PokerListings Battle of Malta. Jachtmann runs down the list of who he thinks are the best German PLO players, plus talks about the new season of German High Roller, the country's most successful televised high-stakes cash game. Jachtmann also discusses his print magazine POKERBLATT and it's future after PokerStars recently pulled their advertising purchases. Check out the full video and keep watching for more from the 2014 Battle of Malta.
BOM Host Maria Ho Recaps Action-Packed 2014 Battle of Malta
PokerListings.com has been to poker tournaments all over the world but we've never seen an event with the passion and excitement on display at the 2014 Battle of Malta. It not only broke it's own record for the biggest poker tournament in Malta history, with 1,447 entries, it brought together hundreds and hundreds of amateur poker players from all over Europe and gave them a major international tournament experience at a buy-in that's accessible even to low-stakes players. BOM Host Maria Ho did an amazing job anchoring the videos and interacting with fans and players, and she's back for one final event recap video to show you everything the Battle of Malta has to offer. After four huge days of poker Bulgarian Antoan Katsarov made a heads-up deal with local Maltese poker player Alan Brincat that saw Katsarov take home €122,000 and a killer Battle of Malta trophy. Check out the video for the winner interview, tons of footage from the Main Event and side tournaments, plus an inside look at the BOM VIP Player Party that was definitely one of the best parties in the poker world. The Battle of Malta will be back next year, bigger and better than ever, and we hope to see you there.
Katsarov Beats Brincat in Record-Setting 2014 Battle of Malta
The 2014 Battle of Malta was the biggest poker tournament Malta has ever seen and after four action-packed days of poker it was Bulgarian Antoan Katsarov edging out the local favourite Alan Brincat to take the title, the trophy and the first-place prize. The two fought it out until the casino's 5am hard-stop and since Katsarov had roughly 65 per cent of the chips he became the 2014 Battle of Malta champion. The top two prizes were chopped according to chip equity which worked out to €122,750 for Katsarov and €107,250 for Brincat. BOM Host Maria Ho was on hand to present both players with their trophies and bring you up to speed with the daily highlight video. Check that out for a quick wrap-up and keep an eye out for the full 2014 Battle of Malta recap video coming soon.
Girls, Drinks, Dancing at Off-the-Hook BOM VIP Player Party
The Battle of Malta VIP Player Party was definitely not your average poker party. The vibe was electric, the women were beautiful and the drinks were flowing. Hundreds of poker players descended on The Villa at Le Meridien to relax after a few days of intense poker action, and the party did not disappoint. Check out our full VIP Party video for a taste of the action and keep it locked on PokerListings.com