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OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 23.04.2002. The International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), and Carl Zeiss of Oberkochen Germany, announced today that Carl Zeiss will become the first Corporate Sponsor of the 'VISION 2020: The Right to Sight initiative,. VISION 2020 is a global programme of the World Health Organization (WHO) and IAPB, with a coalition of a number of international Non-Governmental organisations. VISION 2020's mission is to eliminate unnecessary blindness in order to give all people in the world, particularly the millions of needlessly blind, the Right to Sight. Carl Zeiss – one of the world's leading manufacturer of medical equipment for the eyecare professional – has accepted the invitation by the IAPB to become the first Corporate Sponsor and will provide funding for the VISION 2020 initiative, The Right to Sight. Michael Kaschke, Board Member at Carl Zeiss and President of the Carl Zeiss Medical Group stated that he was extremely pleased to be able to provide support for VISION 2020: The Right to Sight. "Carl Zeiss was founded on the ideals of cutting-edge science, quality manufacturing and social responsibility. VISION 2020: The Right to Sight is an initiative in which our funding and technology can best be put to use. We are convinced that this is a meaningful investment to support the creation of worldwide eyecare standards." Dr. Mike Whitlam, the newly appointed CEO of the IAPB, stated that success in battling blindness can only be possible if all parties pull together in a concentrated effort. "In addition to the WHO and various national and non-government organizations, we also need partners from the eyecare industry". According to Foster, 80% of the world's blindness is avoidable, and the treatments available today are considered to be the most successful and effective of all health interventions. He added: "We are delighted that the first Corporate Sponsor joining VISION 2020: The Right to Sight will be Carl Zeiss, one of the most highly regarded names in healthcare." Notes to Editors The IAPB, International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), was established in 1975 as a coordinating, umbrella organization to lead an international effort in mobilizing resources for blindness prevention activities. Its first major achievement was to promote the establishment of a WHO Program for Prevention of Blindness, with which it has remained strongly linked. More information can be found at www.V2020.org and www.iapb.org. Marc Cyrus Vogel Vice President Corporate Communications Carl Zeiss AG Phone: +49 7364 20-3242 Fax: +49 7364 20-3122 E-Mail: firstname.lastname@example.com Vision 2020: The Right to Sight: Isabel Gander International PR Coordinator Tel: +44 7879 424 400 Email: email@example.com Number: 047/02 CC |


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October 29, 2010 - Notice Regarding Reduction in Extended Unemployment Benefits
Extended Benefits (EB) is a temporary program providing up to 13 weeks of additional unemployment benefits to workers who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own, are still unemployed, and have run out of other unemployment benefits.
To qualify for Extended Benefits, you must have first:
- received and run out of all Regular Unemployment benefits available to you; and
- received and run out of all Emergency Unemployment Compensation benefits.
You won't be eligible for Extended Benefits if you are are qualified for another benefit year in Maine or in another state, or if you have rights to benefits or an allowance under the Railroad Unemployment Act; Federal laws; or the unemployment laws of Canada.
Important Tip: The Extended Benefits program has different work search and suitable work requirements than other unemployment programs. Please read the frequently asked questions section below for more information or download this information sheet on Extended Benefits.
Who Qualifies?
You may qualify for Extended Benefits if you have lost your job through no fault of your own and have run out of all Regular Unemployment and Emergency Unemployment Compensation benefits.
How Do I Apply?
You do not need to apply. You will automatically receive your first weekly claim form and information on your maximum weekly benefit amount by mail if you qualify under the program.
How Do I File a Weekly Claim For Extended Benefits?
Weekly claims for Extended Benefits can only be submitted on paper - you cannot file your weekly claim by phone or online. The form is different than other claim forms you have used in the past. You will need to fill out a section asking for detailed information on your weekly work search activities. You will receive a new weekly claim form each week. Extra copies of the Extended Benefits Weekly Claim Form can be be downloaded here.
Mail your weekly claim to:
Bureau of Unemployment Compensation
Attn: Special Program Unit
47-EB State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0047or Fax your weekly claim to: (207) 287-3395
How Much Will I Receive?
Extended Benefits provides up to 20 weeks of benefits after your Regular Unemployment and Emergency Unemployment Compensation benefits run out. If you are eligible to receive Extended Benefits, you will receive a notice from the Department of Labor showing the amount of benefits you will potentially be eligible to collect.
How long Will it Take for Me To Receive a Payment?
You will not have to serve a waiting week for Extended Benefits. It may take one to two weeks to process your weekly claim. Once your claim is reviewed and you are found eligible for that week, your payment will be processed within 1 – 3 days (providing no eligibility issues are pending).
What is Different about the Work Search Requirements for Extended Benefits?
The work search requirements for Extended Benefits include weekly reporting of your work search activities on your weekly claim form. You are required to contact at least four employers a week as part of your work search. Your work search contacts must be made on at least two different days of the week. You are required to apply for and accept any form of suitable work. For more information download the Extended Benefits information sheet on work search requirements and suitable work.
What is Considered Suitable Work?
Suitable work is any job that is within your capabilities, pays more than your weekly benefit amount, and pays more than the State minimum wage of $7.25 per hour.
You could lose your Extended Benefits if you:
- do not accept a referral or fail to apply for a job that was referred to you by the CareerCenter; or
- fail to accept a written job offer.
You must report any and all offers of work. For more information download the Extended Benefits information sheet on work search requirements and suitable work.
Will employers be charged more because of extra benefits paid out under Extended Benefits?
Most employers will not. The Federal Government pays 100% of the cost of Extended Benefits for the vast majority of workers expected to be covered by the program. If you are an employer that pays unemployment taxes, you will not pay any charges associated with Extended Benefits paid to your former employees.
Some public sector and non-profit employers that are "direct reimbursement" may be charged if a former employee collects Extended Benefits. State, County and Municipal employers may be reimbursed for Extended Benefit charges paid to the Maine Unemployment Trust Fund.

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Following from reports by Bloomberg and the WSJ that Apple would be launching an iPad mini with a screen of 7.85 inches, the New York Times has jumped on the bandwagon but is not offering any more detail than has already been suggested. The paper says that Apple is working on an iPad mini with a screen size of 7.85 inches, which correlates with previous reports. In addition, the report says that the new device will like sell for 'significantly less than the latest $499′ iPad which, in the grand scheme of things doesn't offer any new info. Finally, the report says that the product is expected to be announced later this year.
This tallies with previous reports of the iPad mini from Bloomberg and WSJ, who both suggested that Apple was working on the device and that it would have a screen of between 7 and 8 inches in size with a resolution of 1024 x 768. The publications expected the new device will be unveiled to the public in October and that it is expected to be in retail stores by the end of the year.
The price of the new iPad mini is perhaps the most contentious item of discussion with reports ranging from $149 to $399. For what it's worth, $249-$299 seems to be appropriate.
The New York Times paints the picture that the iPad mini will be going toe-to-toe with other manufacturers in the tablet race, releasing a device that will be a 'good size for women's purses'. It's also likely that, in addition to portability, the key target for the new iPad will be ebook readers, so look for the iPad mini to be a really lightweight device.


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Dual Enrollment for High School Students
Dual enrollment, or dual credit, is designed to provide Montana students with the opportunity to earn high school credit and college credit simultaneously. Whether you are a student enrolled in a local high school, or a homeschool student, the dual enrollment program can offer you a head start on college.
Benefits of dual enrollment courses:
- Dual enrollment students pay half price tuition and no university fees. This may be the most affordable college credit you'll ever earn!
- Dual credit courses are designed to transfer throughout the Montana University System and they are accepted by accredited colleges and universities nationwide.
- Dual enrollment students get a head start on college. You'll be familiar with the academic expectations for college classes and enter college with credits on your transcript.
Parents and high school students - Check with your high school counselor to see if your school offers dual enrollment with Gallatin College-MSU.
Students in Belgrade, Bozeman, or Park High School - Need to enroll in a dual credit class? Download the forms and instructions below. Contact the dual enrollment coordinator with any questions.
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Parents and High School Students - Click here for more information on dual and concurrent enrollment at Belgrade, Bozeman, and Park High Schools and to view the list of courses taught in the high school for college credit through Gallatin College MSU.


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Daniel P. Behuniak is the Chief Executive Offi of Atc Iris I LLC and inactive roles in one additional company .
Atc Iris I LLC filed as a Foreign Limited Liability in the State of Florida filed on Thursday, April 20, 2006. This corporation is approximately nine years old according to documents filed with Florida Department of State. Atc Iris I LLC also lists Scott M. Behuniak as Manager.
Daniel P. Behuniak's additional active roles include:
Daniel P. Behuniak is connected to other officers through these corporate roles. One of the top connections is Scott M. Behuniak who is the for Dsj Holding Group Limited Partnership, Lllp and has interests in other companies, including Manager of Atc Iris I LLC .
Daniel's past corporate interests include the Manager of Skyway Towers II, LLC .
Dsj Holding Group Limited Partnership, Lllp also lists Scott M. Behuniak as , in addition to Daniel's role of . This corporation was registered four years after Atc Iris I LLC as a Domestic Limited Partnership in the State of Florida on Friday, January 18, 2002.
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It's officially August, so in addition to being completely over your summer wardrobe, it's likely that you've totally given up on your hair. Whether it's frizzy, straw-like, greasy or all of the above, one thing is clear: your hair is in dire need of a refresh.
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18 Those who trust in him are not judged; those who do not trust have been judged already, in that they have not trusted in the one who is God's only and unique Son. | 18 Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because he has not believed in the name of God's one and only Son. |
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Friday started off wonderfully with a great breakfast at iHop. After some biscuits and gravy and at least a pot of coffee we were ready to see some pens. Our first stop was at Bryant of PenTime.com's table to see some new Stipulas and Deltas. He was our first stop because he's literally one of the first tables you have to pass when you enter the show. And we actually like him.
After visiting with Bryant I barely managed to sneak away with zero damage done to my wallet. I have a feeling he'll get me tomorrow, though. We then headed over to Brain Gray's table where we also spoke with Ernest Shin of Hakumin Urushi Kobo. If you haven't seen this kid's work you need to head over to his website. My pictures hardly do him justice. In addition to the Sheaffer Snorkel and Parker "51" he's done below, he's also working in collaboration with Brian Gray on some very cool stuff. Eric has placed an order with Ernest and I may be doing the same sometime this weekend.
Feeling that I hadn't had enough urushi exposure I decided to check out Kevin Cheng's table. I immediately fell in love with the Danitrio Genkai in Tamenuri Urushi. This pen must have fried the majority of my brain cells because I managed to take pictures of every pen at their table except that one! But here's a link to that specific pen. Sadly, I won't be taking this pen home, even if it would be my only purchase.
Eric and I visited with Michael Sull, again. He's such an incredibly nice guy. It is seriously a genuine pleasure to talk to this man. We each got our name written by him and we also purchased a copy of his book: American Cursive Handwriting. If you're at all interested in improving your handwriting you need to buy this book. Michael invested seven years of his life to write an exhaustive book about cursive handwriting. It's only $35 and well worth the price. Pictured below is also the leather bound version which is limited to only 250 copies at $150 each.
We also saw some pretty sweet knives, some good looking rod stock, and a few Montegrappa Chaos pens.
We finished off the night with dinner at Cozymels mexican restaurant with Ernest Shin, Brain Gray and his lovely wife, Andrea. It was great way to end a fantastic day.
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June 26, 2007, 3:58 PM
By Thomas P.M. Barnett
Illustration by Joe McKendry
Iraq: The Quagmire
Good News: The Kurdish areas are secure and thriving economically. Then again, they've been in the nation-building business ever since America started that no-fly zone in the early 1990s. The insurgency is still centered primarily in the Sunni Triangle, so many parts of the Shiite-controlled southeast are surviving okay, thanks in part to significant Iranian investment. Though the central government remains weak, it has forged some important compromises, like a deal to share oil revenue. Following our last best effort on the "surge," the inevitable U. S. drawdown -- and "drawback" from combat roles -- will look like Vietnam in reverse: We shift from direct action to advising locals. With any luck, Iraq's not much more of a fake state than Pakistan or Lebanon is, and America's military presence can retreat behind the wire of permanent bases in the Kurdish areas or Kuwait, where we currently keep about twenty-five thousand troops. By increasing our naval presence in the region, America can return somewhat to its historic role as offshore balancer in the region. And by participating in the regional peace conference on Iraq, it seems Bush may have finally discovered diplomacy in the Middle East. About time.
Bad News: Baghdad itself is an unmitigated disaster, and the Sunni Triangle has become a no-go zone for all but the most heavily armed outsiders. The horrific social toll of constant violence and massive unemployment is measured in dog years, meaning Bush's surge strategy is far too little and way too late. There is no "Iraq" any more than there was a "Yugoslavia," so America will have to accept this Humpty Dumpty outcome for what it is: a Balkans done backward. The Iraq Study Group rejected partitioning, saying it would be impossible to divide up major cities. Too bad the locals didn't get the word, because that low-grade "ethnic cleansing" proceeds rather vigorously -- neighborhood by neighborhood -- fueled by rising sectarian violence that outside interested parties (Iran, Saudi Arabia) clearly feed. America cannot stem this tide; only a combined effort by the neighbors can.
Wild Card: The right wrong move by embryonic Kurdistan could trigger a military intervention from anxious Turkey, especially after the highly contested oil-rich city of Kirkuk votes to join "free Kurdistan." Also looming is a Saudi-Iranian proxy war within Iraq itself, just as the persecution and targeting of restive Shiite minorities by entrenched Sunni regimes hits an inflection point regionwide -- nudge-nudge, wink-wink from the White House. For now, the Saudis seem content to 1) limit Iran's oil revenue by ramping up their production and 2) curb Iran's influence in Lebanon by funding Hezbollah's opponents. The regional peace conference on Iraq puts everyone at the same table, but if Sy Hersh is correct that Bush has already "redirected" on Iran, that parley might just be for show.
Read Thomas P.M. Barnett's "Author's Commentary" to get his current take on this situation.
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I have several clumps of fern that need to be moved to a shadier area. Not sure what kind of they are but they look like the generic hardy fern, perhaps a toothed wood fern or leatherwood fern. When is the best time to move them? Do they transplant just like any other perennial, ie dig up a root ball with enough soil and replant? Thanks! |
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That's exactly how you do it! March - May is fern-planting season in my area, although I prefer to transplant closer to March (before the fronds have begun to unfurl, and while the soil is still moist). If you're going from sunny to shady, you shouldn't have any problems at all. Josh |
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Serves 4 to 6
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- 1/2 cup Cointreau
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Sugar, to taste
- 1 bottle dry red wine (like Rioja, Merlot, or Zinfandel)
- Garnish: Orange and lemon slices
Combine all ingredients in a glass pitcher or punch bowl. (Recipe can be increased; mix 1/2 cup brandy, Cointreau, water, and juice each for every bottle of wine used. )
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main ingredients: Orange, Red Wine, Liqueur, Triple Sec, Fruit Juice, Brandy
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I realize it's exceedingly lame, but whenever a big named player gets traded or signs a contract with a new team, I eagerly await that first glimpse of him in a different uniform. If seeing is believing, then seeing a player dressed in the colours of his new team is the final confirmation to a deal that up until that point had merely remained a theory.
Last night, Colby Rasmus played his first game of what his new organization hopes will be many in center field for the Toronto Blue Jays. Rasmus went 0-for-5 in his Toronto debut, but his team still managed to secure an 8-5 win over the Baltimore Orioles
A somewhat different scenario played out in Philadelphia, where the newly acquired Carlos Beltran suited up for the San Francisco Giants for the first time. While the Giants may indeed attempt to sign Beltran this offseason, priority number one remains the rest of the regular season and the playoffs. Beltran wasn't acquired with the long term in mind. It's all about the here and now, and comparing his numbers at the plate this year with the rest of the Giants lineup reveals that the team's newest addition is immediately its biggest offensive threat. Despite the difference in reasons for being acquired, Beltran had similar results at the plate as Rasmus in his debut, going 0-for-4, as San Francisco beat the Phillies 4-1 on the back of a masterful pitching performance from Tim Lincecum.
As the days get shorter leading up to the July 31st deadline, it's almost assured that Beltran and Rasmus won't be the only two players putting on a new uniform in the next couple of days. Here are a collection of rumours making the rounds today:
- Buster Olney is suggesting that there's a huge bidding war underway for Houston Astros outfielder Hunter Pence between the Philadelphia Phillies, Atlanta Braves, Cincinnati Reds and Boston Red Sox.
- The Colorado Rockies are asking for a whole lot from teams interested in Ubaldo Jiminez, and that's leading to a lack of movement.
- The Detroit Tigers are interested in landing Jason Marquis from the Washington Nationals to round out their rotation.
- God only knows why, but Ken Rosenthal is reporting that the Cleveland Indians, after already acquiring Kosuke Fukudome from the Chicago Cubs, are now pursuing Ryan Ludwick.
- The Atlanta Braves are also interested in Ludwick and every other available outfielder, right now.
- Jon Heyman suggests that general feeling around the league is that Heath Bell will end up with the Texas Rangers by the time the trade deadline buzzer goes.
- The San Francisco Giants are still interested in picking up an every day catcher.
- Desperation: Both the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox were scouting Rich Harden during his start yesterday for the Oakland A's.
- The Red Sox also have a lot of interest in Seattle Mariners' pitcher Erik Bedard.
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Why do I get the feeling that some guy named Morty who takes two hour lunches at a nearby deli is running the show when it comes to Jose Bautista's personal endorsement deals?
Former Yankees pitcher Hideki Irabu was found dead, suicide is suspected.
This is one way of dealing with a suddenly less relevant shirsey.
Caveat Emptor: Buyer Beware on this list of prospects.
Mike Stanton doesn't mind having to face the Washington Nationals one little bit.
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While the UK has had the Desire HD since early last week, the EVO look-a-like model and its sibling are only starting to trickle into Irish stores. Currently Vodafone appears to be the only carrier offering one of the new Desires, with the Desire HD available on pre-pay for €479 or €229 on an 18 month €35 contract. However, many Irish Android users appear to be holding out for their network of choice, Meteor, to announce the Desire HD and to a lesser extent the Desire Z.
Looks like T-Mobile's G2 isn't the only HTC-built Android device having its source code outed today - the Desire Z (better known as the international version of the G2) has just had its source code revealed as well.
We shouldn't expect to see anything too surprising here since the Desire HD, which runs the same new version of Sense UI, has already had its firmware leaked. However, rest assured we'll keep you posted just in case somebody over at xda-developers or the like discovers a gold nugget hidden inside the code.


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Tastemakers of Delray Beach 2014
Thursday, August 7th – 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday, August 8th – 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
50 Ocean: 50 S Ocean Blvd
Cabana El Ray: 105 E Atlantic Ave
Caffe Luna Rosa: 34 S Ocean Blvd
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El Camino: 15 NE 2nd Ave
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LemonGrass: 420 E Atlantic Ave
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Solita: 25 NE 2nd Ave
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Ziree: 401 W Atlantic Ave
Purchase your Passport beginning July 1st and enjoy three months of restaurant promotions from each of these eateries.
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Taste your way through Downtown Delray Beach - purchase a Tastemakers Passport and enjoy special cuisine paired with a beverage of their choice from 13 different restaurants!
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Delray Beach, Florida (PRWEB) April 02, 2014
The Delray Beach culinary tradition, continued on Thursday, March 27, 2014 on East Atlantic Avenue. This event was made possible by the Delray Beach Magazine's partnership with the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA), along with 16 of Downtown Delray's amazing restaurants within the DDA district. Each restaurant served a specially designed four course dinner paired with select wines donated from area distributors and served to guests on elaborately decorated tables, lining the center of Delray Beach Atlantic Avenue.
For the sixth year in a row, Savor the Avenue has sold out within three weeks of opening reservations and has grown to be one of the most anticipated, premier, dining events for the local and tourist community. This year 45% of the attendees were returning guests, attending Savor the Avenue at least one other time and 40% of attendees were visitors. "We look forward to this event every year, and each year we are even more impressed by the restaurants and event presentations," expresses John Hawk, local Delray Beach resident.
With Steve Weagle, WPTV Channel 5 Weatherman, raising his champagne glass 30 feet in the air over Atlantic Avenue, the sixth annual Savor the Avenue was off to a beautiful start. This year's Table Décor Contest winners were awarded to three restaurants, Taverna Opa winning third place, 32 East placing 2nd, and Salt 7 winning First Place for the second year in a row. Following the toast, the wait staff began serving over 1000 guests while music played throughout the five blocks.
"After being a part of this event for 6 years in a row, it's always a HUGE success. At Cabana, we have heard nothing but praises on how well this event is put on. I look forward to being a part of Savor The Avenue next year," says Mario Amaya, General Manager, Cabana El Ray.
This year, Patricia Maguire, local artist, donated an original painting of Savor the Avenue that was painted last year, to Delray Beach Magazine and the DDA to be raffled off at the event. The monies raised would be donated to the Delray Beach Beautification Project. "We are so pleased to have raised over $3,500 from both raffle ticket sales, poster sales, and restaurant donations that will be given to the City," expresses Laura Simon, Associate Director, DDA. The winner of this incredible painting is a local Delray Beach resident, Shelia O'Boyle, who purchased the winning ticket.
Each year, the Delray Beach DDA, Delray Beach & Boca Magazine, and the many restaurants, which participate, strive to improve the quality of the event as well as enhance the experience for the attendees; this year was no exception.
This year 's participating restaurants are: 32 East, 50 Ocean, Cabana el Rey, Caffe Luna Rosa, City Oyster & Sushi Bar, Cut 432, Lemongrass, Prime, Rack's Fish House & Oyster Bar, Salt 7, Solita Delray, Sundy House, Taverna Opa, The Office, Tryst, and Vic & Angelo's.


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1--Green Commons: "It's All About One Health" focus featuring toxicology, pathology, a display by the national One Health Commission, and a live mussel exhibit. Learn how human and veterinary medicine complement one another and pick up your scavenger hunt card!!
2--Library: Come play animal-theme board games, view animal anatomy programs, and view other displays.
3--Main Hallway: Visit with members of student organizations focused on international, business, diversity in veterinary medicine.
4--South Theater: Noon--Special presentation "What a Dog Knows" by Cat Warren--author, trainer, and NC State University associate professor--about her search dog Solo and the science and wonder of working dogs.
The Pet Health Zone. Discussions of interest to all current and future pet owners
5--Blue Commons: Learn about the DVM admission process, animal reproduction, and talk with veterinary technicians and undergraduate animal science students.
6--Outside Corral: Mare and foal on view with physical exam demonstrations by the Equine Club every 30 minutes.
7--Milking Parlor: See the source of your milk, cheese, yogurt, and ice cream. A DVM student will milk one of the CVM's dairy cows at 11 and 1
8--North Theater: Live Surgical Demonstrations broadcast from the surgical viewing theater at 9, 11, and 1; talks concerning admission to veterinary program at 10:15, 12:15.
9--Cafeteria: Concessions provided by Backyard Bistro.
10--Anatomy Lab: Meet first year vet students and check out awesome animal skeletons.
11--Microscope Lab: Class of 2016 presents "Parade of Parasites" and the Surgery Club hosts a Teddy Bear Clinic where a future veterinarian can stitch up your teddy bear's wounds.
12--Upper walkway: Watch the LIVE surgery through operating theater window. (Surgery is also broadcast to South Theater).


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Karen Bennett is the Publisher of the Nelson Star, as well as being the Regional Director of Sales for Black Press West Kootenay publications. She has been in the community newspaper business in various positions from owner, publisher, editor and sales co-ordinator to circulation manager and ad design over her 19 years in the industry, often with several children in tow. (Nothing sells an ad like a baby on your back!) Bennett has Nelson roots and returned to Nelson with her husband and family in 2007 after many moves around the province. The parent of three teens, she spends a lot of time in the car and volunteering within the community. She is a Rotary club member and plays women's hockey whenever she can. | |
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Tara Langhorn was born and raised in Edmonton, Alta. and after a few moves back and forth is proud to now call Nelson home. BC is where her heart is as she loves the breath taking views, endless outdoor activities and opportunities to explore nature. She gets a genuine joy out of being her outgoing self and is constantly introducing herself into the community and all the wonderful, friendly people of Nelson. | |
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Chuck Bennett has been the Publisher of the Nelson Star since its inception in 2008. After growing up in Nelson, Bennett moved around the province before returning to Nelson in 2007. Bennett has been in the community newspaper business for more than 20 years and has held many different positions in the industry, including owner, editor, sales person and is now the Group Publisher for all of the Black Press papers in the Kootenays. Bennett is very involved in the community, currently serving as the Chair of Nelson Youth Soccer, President of the Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the Rotary Club of Nelson. He is also a director and past president of the BC and Yukon Community Newspaper Association and a former board member of the Canadian Community Newspaper Association. | |
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Reporter and Nelson native Greg Nesteroff was born 100 years too late. He keeps himself buried in Kootenay history and is a member in good standing of nine local historical societies. (He has been kicked out of several others for insubordination.) Nesteroff, who joined the Nelson Star in August 2010, previously worked in radio for Mountain FM and the station formerly known as KBS. | |
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Named for her tolerance of new things, i.e. gradual.
She was far-sighted when she came to live with me, has become very near-sighted, and is still adjusting to her new view of the world. The vet said vision changes often happen with Siamese. As far as I can tell, she's domestic shorthair, Siamese, and Persian. Her litter of kittens was: two long-tailed tabbies, two siamese-type, and one short-coupled gray puffball. She has the most amazing coat, darkening with age as Siamese do; very thick with an extremely fine gray undercoat. She was white and cream with gold and tan spots when I got her.
"The Old Man" (as he's known these days)
They guessed he was 3 or 4 years old when I got him. He was at least 7 or 8 -- and he understood so much English that even spelling in front of him didn't work long. He had been abused, and I sometimes wonder if he learned English in self-defense. He has a brave and loving heart, and is intensely loyal to those he loves. (I should write up his story for Bjo's book!)
Still doing well at 17 or so, altho' like many of us he's developing some memory problems with age.
(You can't see his huge green eyes in this photo.)
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Seriously though... What would happen if the Great Green Arkleseizure didn't fram up the rammastam before the hermite curve achieved maximum nurdfurdle velocity? Now THAT would be something. AmIrite?
I was just wondering why you are such an adamant proponent to this idea? I understand your argument but why do you feel such a strong need to proof the nonexistence of a God?
I am not even an idiot! I am a smart man! I am a smart person! I do math! I know about some insects! I read 1984 in high school! You don't know me! I am smart! you don't even know!
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Several weeks back, bond manager Bill Gross wrote a very personal letter to investors about feeling fat. In it, he spoke of hating his "spare tire," feeling self-conscious about wearing a bathing suit, and preferring to be shot dead than getting a glimpse of what his ass has become. Today, Bill sent out another letter, entitled "Mea Culpa," in which he apologized to PIMCO investors for the poor performance of the firm's Total Return Fund (which through Wednesday was up a mere 1.1 percent versus the 5.7 percent benchmark). And yet perhaps it is the investors who should be apologizing to Mr. Bill? Read more »
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Mary Sadrakula, pictured in both the glamour shot and mugshot at left, is a New Jersey councilwoman and a managing director at Cowen and Company. If colleagues have noticed that it seems like her head's been in another place lately, it probably has, given that, in the last two weeks, she's been charged with 1) assaulting her sister and 2) trying to cover up the incident. Why would a grown woman resort to physical violence- which included a punch so hard it broke a nose- toward anyone, let alone her own blood? According to the abused, it's because Mary had an issue with the fact that her sis "is thin." Read more »
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Yesterday, the Washington Post treated us to an in-depth look at that $700 billion in rescue money being a number pulled out of Hank Paulson's ass, and Neel Kashkari's attempts to lose the weight he gained in DC while he lives in the woods and builds a shed. Now let's take a peek at the absolutely epic slideshow that accompanied that story.
But don't fret my pets, this is a good thing. I told you last week after examining him in the flesh that Kenny-boy had visibly slimmed down and today Bloomberg corroborates the story (in a massive profile on the Citadel founder, and how, among other things, he's hoping to turn RBC* into a firm that goes "head to head" with Goldman Sachs, though obviously this is the most important aspect). Last year was tough, okay? Kensington and Wellington were down, really bad, the wife's fund was outperforming his, and, of course there was that damn poster, just sitting there, mocking him. Who wouldn't stress eat through the pain? You've got the S&P making idle threats on your ass, you've got investors pussying out on you and the only thing that can provide comfort is that plate of nachos. And brownies next to it. But now? All good! The Big C is up, and you could bounce a quarter of KG's ass.
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Theyre sending $87bn to the second richest oil nation in
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afford to feed their own here in the States. - Dan Larkin, Unemployed
The crisis of unemployment and poverty in America continues to worsen. Despite a nominal increase in jobs in recent weeks, what is not reported is what kind of jobs are being created. Manufacturing jobs, the backbone of any economy, continued to be lost for the 37th month in a row in October. For the vast majority of Americans, the days of high quality jobs with decent wages, security, and full health and retirement benefits are a thing of the past. The effect this is having in terms of unemployment, homelessness, and even hunger right here in the US is a devastating indictment of a system which places profits before human need and suffering.
So although the unemployment figure dropped from 6.1 percent to 6.0 percent, the real situation is being concealed by the government's "revised" method of compiling the figures. According to a report on "Understanding The Severity Of The Current Labor Slump" by Lee Price with Yulia Fungard, a number of factors must be considered in order to understand the severity of the current labor slump:
According to the authors of this study, because of the extended period of job loss, the current labor slump is the most severe on record by several important measures. And this is the very best this system has to offer!
In the year 2002, 1.7 million Americans slipped below the poverty line, bringing the total to 34.6 million. Thats an astonishing one in eight of the population. Over 13 million of them are children. In fact, the US has the worst child poverty rate and the worst life expectancy of all the worlds industrialized countries, and the plight of its poor is worsening. 31 million Americans were deemed to be food insecure (they literally did not know where their next meal was coming from). Of those, more than nine million were categorized by the US department of agriculture as experiencing real hunger, defined by the US department of agriculture as an uneasy or painful sensation caused by lack of food due to lack of resources to obtain food.
In 25 major cities the need for emergency food rose an average of 19 percent last year. The number of Americans on food stamps has risen from 17 million to 22 million since Bush took office. There are more Americans living in poverty now than there were in 1965 - what happened to progress and things getting better from generation to generation? What is Bushs solution? Faith-based charities!
And the Democrats are no better. Lets not forget that it was Clinton who dismantled the system of social welfare we fought for in the 1930s and 60s. He slashed the welfare rolls from 12 to 5 million in a matter of years, and now that there are no jobs to go around, there is no safety net for millions of the most vulnerable members of American society. But the fact of the matter is, we dont want welfare - we want quality jobs, health care, housing, and education, and we dont mind working hard to get these things. But the capitalist system is based on the endless pursuit of profit - our interests come second to the interests of the CEOs and billionaires.
And this in the richest country in the world! So where is all the wealth
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I'm hoping that you might be able to give me some suggestions about what to buy my father to carry his ID, Credit Card and a bit of cash. He's lost his wallet again. I posted a more descriptive message on the cooking forum where I usually hang out, but thought a cross posting of this problem might get some attention over here too. Any help would be appreciated! |
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I have a card (Discover) that is made to go onto a key chain. I love it. I tried to find a picture on line but to no avail. When they send my cards, I get a regular card plus a second one in this form. I love it. Of course if I loose my keys, I loose the card. |
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Something like the one in the link might work. I am wondering though if you should be concerned over the fact this is becoming more frequent with your dad. Someone could do some serious damage with his credit card before he even has a chance to let you know it is gone. Just a thought. How much does he go out? Does he spend a lot or a little? If very little then just making sure he has the cash might be the way to go, that way if it gets stolen he will only be out a set amount, and less hassle for you with the credit card companies. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Lg Size money belt
my Dad simply has a cord attached to his wallet and he then clips the other end to a belt loop (Depression era parent who cannot bear to pay for something if he can 'cobble' something together). here's a link to what truck drivers do. http://www.leathergoodsconnection.com/trandbiwa.html |
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Slow Start Hinders Lady Mustangs In Santa Barbara
The Master's College women's soccer team took
a tough road loss at No. 25 Westmont on Tuesday afternoon.
After the 2-1 defeat, No. 14 TMC's record now stands at 7-4 (1-1)
while Westmont rises to 7-2 (2-0.)
The first half was all Westmont as the score
going into halftime was 2-0. The Warriors got on the board
early with a goal in the tenth minute. Jenny Martinez took an
assist from Ashley Correa and buried a goal from ten yards
Toward the end of the first half the home team would
strike again. This time it was Ashley Correa scoring the
goal, and the assist was from Tiffan Dimaculangan. Correa
netted the goal from 12 yards out.
The easy thing would have been for the Lady
Mustang's to pack it in, but the team responded out of
Natasha Coyle scored unassisted from nine
yards out to cut the deficit to one, but Coach Lewis's team could
not complete the comeback though both squads were even in shots on
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text: | Dáil Éireann - Volume 531 - 01 March, 2001 Written Answers. - Crime Prevention. Mr. Callely Mr. Callely 1378 96. Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the progress of his crime prevention programme; the amount of money which has been drawn down from the national development plan provision of £87 mill[1378] ion; the evaluation and success of the programme to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6105/01] Mr. O'Donoghue Mr. O'Donoghue Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. O'Donoghue): My Department has responsibility for a number of measures under the national development plan of which the crime prevention programme received funding of £87 million. A sum of £46 million was allocated to prisons service training and development, £25 million to the Probation and Welfare Service and £16 million has been provided to fund a Garda youth diversion programme. The prisons service is responsible for the CONNECT prisons service project, which was developed on a pilot basis at Mountjoy Prison, the training unit and the Dóchas centre, new Women's Prison, in Dublin over the period 1998-1999. The pilot project developed methodologies for building effective linkages from custody to labour market participation after release for people in custody. During 2000, the earlier pilot project was consolidated in the three start-up prisons and preparations were made to bring the project to the other prisons in Ireland. By end 2000, just over 700 ex-offenders had participated in the programme. The number of participants who were released and secured labour market participation was 40, including four women. While the numbers entering employment immediately after release is low, my Department is confident that these placement rates will be improved on over the life of the plan. The project is being extended to five more prisons, Wheatfield and St. Patrick's Institution in Dublin, Cork and Limerick Prisons and Castlerea Prison. The total expenditure on the CONNECT project in the year 2000 was £2.1 million. Under the crime prevention measure, the Probation and Welfare Service will provide a broad range of interventions to underpin supervision of ex-offenders in the community and the construction of eleven centres. The eleven centres will provide pre-vocational training to facilitate re-entry to the labour market. The precise scheduling will be determined by the pace of local negotiations. Already a booking deposit has been paid on a property in Sligo and discussions have commenced with owners in Tallaght and Athlone. The Probation and Welfare Service has also developed a linkage programme, which is a joint venture between the service and employers in Dublin and is supported by IBEC. The total expenditure by the Probation and Welfare Service under the national development plan in 2000 was approximately £311,000. The Garda youth diversion programme sub-measure is a community based crime prevention initiative and currently comprises 22 projects and this number will increase further in the current year. The total expenditure to the end of 2000 was £360,000. 1379 Since the beginning of January, 2000, my Department also has responsibility for seven mainstreamed local drugs task force projects which come under the [1379] local development measure and their total budgeted cost comes to approximately £1.3 million over the life of the plan. All the projects in my Department coming under the crime prevention measure and the Garda youth diversion programme of the national development plan are subject to ongoing evaluation and monitoring and this will continue throughout the life of the plan. Dáil Éireann 531 Written Answers. Crime Prevention. Questions 20010301 | ||||||||||||||||||||||


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As you all know Ive started my journey with photography. I took about an hour out of my day to make it a point to snap some shots!! And what better subjects than these little girls!? Everyday I have become more and more inspired to do what I love most. ART! I cant get enough. I find that I have less stress when I do more make up or paint. Now there is another outlet, photography!
I keep getting the question of "What are you shooting with?" or "What Camera do you have?" Its a Canon rebel XS. Rebels are a great beginners camera..... I have been wanting one for quite sometime now and I finally got it for Christmas. I am so grateful for it! I love it! Keep in mind, there are several different models of the Rebel, there isn't just one.
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The College of Engineering's Vickie Messina celebrates an 18-year career at CSULB with her recent recognition as this year's outstanding staff member.
Messina, a Long Beach resident and native who joined the university in 1989, is assistant to the College of Engineering's Dean. Former Dean Mike Mahoney applauded Messina's selection by saying "part of the reason for Vickie's success is that she is 'young at heart,' and really understands today's students.
"This accessibility and her extensive knowledge of the university enable her to have great success in solving a variety of problems (academic and sometimes personal) that arise in students' lives. Her talents, student-oriented personality, willingness to work hard and allegiance to her supervisor and especially to the university is the best such combination in one person that I've ever known."
Messina is pleased to be named Outstanding Staff Member of 2007.
"I'm very honored and glad that I could bring this award to the College of Engineering," she said. "This award recognizes more than my contributions. It recognizes all the contributions made by the university staff."
Messina considers herself a hub for the College of Engineering and always does the best and most efficient job she can in order to support the college and make her boss's life easier.
"I take pride in keeping on top of all my duties at all times," she said. "Every day, all day, the phone rings and someone is entering my office with a story, situation or problem. It is my job to resolve it. If I don't have the answer, I will always guide them to someone who can assist them and follow up on their situation. I see my job as serving people, solving problems and taking care of people."
Messina regularly volunteers for college and campus-associated events and is a member of Staff Council and the Special Events Committee. She participates in a wide variety of activities such as the American Cancer Relay for Life as a Walking 49er team member, the Christmas Blanket Project for Homeless Children, Cherishing Children Toy Drive, the CSULB Homecoming and the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days. She is a member of the 49er Athletic Association and has served as the Engineering building complex marshal for several years. She has received Staff Applause recognition and was recently selected to participate in the "Principal for a Day" program by the Long Beach Unified School District. Messina has deep roots at the university, as her younger son, Bob, graduated in 1997 (BFA, illustration) and brother, Art Johnson, (1963, B.S.; 1969, M.S.; civil engineering) was recently inducted into the Long Beach State Athletics Hall of Fame.
Messina comes to CSULB from a career that includes working for Pan Am world services at the Johnson Space Center in Houston where she was involved in helping to create a memorial service for the Challenger crew hosted by President Ronald Reagan. "This was a very, very moving experience to be a part of," she said.
As for her personal side, her interests include taking meaningful photos of her family, friends and campus events. She enjoys quilting, raising roses and African violets. Her real passion is music. She listens to everything from progressive rock to country to old-time rock-and-roll. Messina and her older son, Mike, support and attend brother Bob's drumming appearances with two Long Beach-based bands whenever possible. She loves the keyboards and plans to continue her passion for the piano.
In addition to her other volunteering, Messina and her husband Chuck pulled together a March of Dimes fundraising event which featured a vintage car show and motorcycle rally held at a local diner. They are the proud owners of a 1931 Ford Victoria (known as Vickie's Vicky) and participate in many car shows around the area, including one held at Blair Field in Long Beach.
Messina is glad she made the choice to join CSULB. "I absolutely love it here," she said. "It is a beautiful campus. I'm a Long Beach native with family in town. It's peaceful here. You can stretch out on the grass, stroll through the Japanese Garden, or dine in the Chartroom. Plus, I have the most wonderful panoramic view from my desk. CSULB rocks!"


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NOTE: As of August 2011, CILER has changed its research themes. For a list of previous themes and related projects click here.
Great Lakes Observing and Forecasting
In this theme, CILER strives to improve the forecasting of physical and ecological processes in the region, and improve access to historical and real-time climatic, meteoreological, chemical, biological and geological datae about the Great Lakes ecosystem.
For research related to this theme, please see CILER projects that were previously listed under Great Lakes Forecasting and Observing Systems.
Invasive Species
Research under this theme focuses on the prevention, monitoring, detection, and control of invasive species, and on a better understanding of the range of their ecosystem impacts.
Great Lakes Nonindigenous Species Information System (GLANSIS) work continues through CILER, with 1) an emphasis on developing a prioritized list of potential high-risk invader species, and compiling associated fact sheets, and 2) identifying range expansion species and developing full profiles of them for inclusion in the information system.
The long-time monitoring and tracking of trends in primary producers, pelagic crustaceans, and benthic macroinvertebrates in the Great Lakes continues as a means to measure and forecast food web dynamics due to outside influences, such as invasive species. Related to this work, investigators are trying to also identify the role of pathogens in causing the disappearance of a rich food source, Diporeia, and how this relates to invasive mussel presence in the Great Lakes.
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Protection and Restoration of Ecosystem Services
Promote and improve the conservation and preservation of Great Lakes natural, cultural, aesthetic and social resources by performing integrated and collaborative research that determines such measures as ecological tipping points, encourages sustainability, and helps resource managers and communites determine and evelop adaptive management plans.
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Document the causes and consequences of emerging physical, chemical and biological stressors in the Great Lakes basin that stem from industrial, domestic and municipal sources. Evaluate short and long-term effects that multiple stressors have or could have on Great Lakes ecosystems.


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DIY Style Tips for Refurbished Bikes
With a whimsical wind of inspiration and a little elbow grease – your once rusty, cobweb-covered bicycle is all shiny and new. The problem is your refurbished bike has a fresh coat of paint and new tires but lacks curb appeal. Recapture the glory days and bring on the bling with these few DIY style tips guaranteed to make your heart sing and the road rise to meet you!
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When it comes to bicycles of yesteryear – nothing says "vintage" more than a front-mounted basket.
For ladies, it's a must-have for taking along your favorite furry-friend or for toting that spur-of-the-moment wine & cheese picnic to go. A few fun DIY basket ideas include attaching an old wood-crate, knitting a basket, strapping on a fabric-lined sewing basket or simply gluing on colorful fabric on the outside of an old bicycle basket. This flower basket DIY tutorial by Streamers of Stardust is also simple and cute.
Men – add style and functionality with a vintage style saddle bag. You can make your own with an old army canvas bag. With a few design changes, scissors and a thread and a needle – you can turn any throw-away find into the perfect saddle bag to satisfy your taste.
DIY with a tin can (preferably square for your FIJI Water bottle) a drill or hammer and a bike mount or wire. Love this tutorial from Lovely Crafty Home.
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When the temperature drops, it's still fun to bundle up, hop on your bike and feel the brisk breeze blow through your hair. While your bicycle doesn't know it may be cold outside – it still could use a sweater. Help keep warm and comfy with this DIY colorful crochet bike seat from And Sew We Craft.
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Now that your old bike is whistling a new tune – add the final note with a cool bicycle bell like this one from Idle Wife that demands to be heard and seen!
Sand-off the old rusty color and spray on a base coat of shiny gold or silver spray paint. After completely dry – make a design with a few strips of tape over the bell. Paint the remaining exposed sections with bright colors, let dry, peel off tape and check out your new attention-grabbing, colorful "bell of the ball," or at least the neighborhood.
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The state's recently passed restrictions on assault weapons and ammunition are considered a triumph by many, including one lawmaker who had a hand in crafting the legislation and spoke about it at a town hall meeting in Cambria Heights on Jan. 30.
State Sen. Malcolm Smith (D-Hollis), who co-sponsored the bill in the Senate with Sen. Jeff Klein (D-Bronx), gave a copy of the gun law to Donna Hood, the mother of Kevin Miller, who was only 13 when he was struck and killed by a stray bullet as he walked home from school in 2009. Miller's killers used handguns.
"I would not have been in that room, Southeast Queens wouldn't have been in that room, would not have had a representative at that table ... if I wasn't part of this coalition government," Smith said, defending his decision to join the Independent Democratic Conference.
Smith's contributions to the law had to do with increased penalties, so illegal possession of an unloaded weapon would carry a mandatory sentence of three years in prison, while a loaded weapon carries a minimum of five years, when the law takes effect in March.
"I've had conversations with young men on the street and I've asked them 'Why do you have these handguns? Why aren't you scared to put these handguns in your hands and utilize them," Smith recalled. "They say, 'Malcolm it's like this. If I get caught with a handgun, I get pleaded down. I do six months, maybe I do a month, sometimes I'm out the next day, and it's a badge of honor when I go back on the street.'"
The legislation limits the maximum size of magazines to seven rounds, down from 10; providesmore stringent background checks for sales of guns; increases penalties for illegal gun possession; establishes a School Safety Task Force to assess the quality of school safety plans statewide; and seeks to eliminate the sale of guns to those with mental illness.
Hood was in Albany when the gun bill was being drafted and she praised Smith for his role in getting it passed and she spoke about how meaningful it was for her to be able to offer her input.
"We were able to give our feedback on why it was so important to pass these stronger gun laws," Hood said. "We met with so many different people. We watched Malcolm at work, and he really fought hard."
There were questions from some attendees about the legislation. One believed it infringed on Second Amendment rights, citing weapons use for hunting and among gun clubs. Smith responded by saying assault weapons with huge ammo clips are not necessary for killing wild game such as deer and rabbit.
Another individual stated that his gun was legal before the bill was passed and then became illegal, and he was concerned about that issue. Smith said that lawmakers are looking to amend the legislation to make considerations for peace officers and retired law enforcement. a