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Most folks already know that the first games of the season take place on Friday night, August 30. That's when Liberty will host Staunton River while Jefferson Forest will entertain Halifax County.
Between now and then, though, there are plenty of proceedings to preoccupy and pique your pigskin passions.
All three local teams issued equipment earlier this week. They also held meetings with parents and players, got release forms signed and got everything in place for the kick-off of practice.
It is as rain to the wilting crop; blankets to the winter sleeper; deep-dish pizza to NJ Governor Chris Christie. It is football to the crazed fans of our fair county. The three month pigskin potlatch, football fiesta and gridiron gorge-out gets underway for local squads this Friday. In fact, all three teams will be staying in the county for their openers. The marquee game, of course, features Staunton River heading to Liberty. The Eagles will attempt to top the Minutemen for the second time in three years.
Four local soccer lasses were named to the All-State soccer team for the spring season.
Jefferson Forest's Jessica O'Bryant led the parade. The just-graduated O'Bryant made the first team as a defender, a fitting ending to a superb career.
Sisyphus had his boulder.
Hercules had his twelve labors.
Henry the Fifth had his Agincort.
Then, there's Amanda McCoy.
The most recent volleyball head coach at William Byrd, McCoy is set to assume the orb and scepter that come with taking over the program at Liberty High this autumn.
It is, indeed, a great challenge. Liberty won a single match last season and has not finished in the top half of the Seminole District for at least the past eight years.
Once a Cavalier, always a Cavalier.
Such is the case for Ryan Gilleland, who was recently named as the new head coach of the Jefferson Forest baseball program.
In a move that shocked absolutely nobody, Gilleland was chosen to take over the mantle vacated by Jim Thacker, who resigned after 28 years as skipper.
Sure we all have red blood (readers from planet Vulcan aside). But Gilleland bleeds Jeff Forest red. He grew up in the Forest area, watching his idols win a State title in 1988.
The Jefferson Forest Lady Cavs punched their ticket to the State tourney by punching their way through the Blue Ridge District's best.
Over a four-evening stretch, the JF booters took on three teams from the Blue Ridge, and dispatched the trio handily.
When the lasses in red and black wrapped up this skein with a 2-0 win over Northside in Friday's regional championship bout, they finally got a chance to drink in the sweet success of winning (yet) another Region III crown.
Thursday is named after Thor, that hammer-smacking god of Norse mythology.
Well, it may not have been Thor, but someone took a hammer to the hopes of Bedford County athletes last Thursday.
On that bleak day, three of the four county teams still in the hunt for State glory had their dreams dashed.
On the JF baseball diamond, Staunton River saw its unlikely run end, 9-5, at the hands of Alleghany.
On the William Byrd pitch, the Jefferson Forest soccer crew fell to arch nemesis E.C. Glass, 2-1.
You can call it a moral victory. But the Minutemen baseball crew seems quite a bit more interested in the victories that show up in the W-L standings.
Liberty played Jefferson Forest tough, once again. But it was the crew from Forest that prevailed, sweeping its season series with the Minutemen by virtue of a 4-0 win at Liberty's Jim Cutler Field.
It comes on the heels of a 2-1 win by JF over the Minutemen at Forest.
The win kept the Cavs in contention for the Seminole District's regular season crown.
They're starting a new tradition. Unfortunately for Liberty, the Minutemen were the first to be pilloried in that new tradition.
Jefferson Forest, which will not win a Seminole District regular season title for the first time in over two decades, took out its frustration on the Minutemen, pounding the Libertarians at Minutemen Stadium.
How much human interest can one track meet absorb?
Well, in the case of last weekend's Joe Curcio Classic, the answer is: plenty.
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What do you do when you have a popular camera? Split it into two, of course. Panasonic updates its DMC-FZ35 with the DMC-FZ100 and its less talented linemate, the DMC-FZ40.
Panasonic's FZ35 with its measly 18x zoom was due for a refresh and, well, it looks like Panny thought breaking it into two models would be best.
The FZ100 is the top-of-the-line model:
24x f2.8-5.2 25-600mm-equivalent lens
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3-inch 460K-pixel rotating LCD and an electronic viewfinder
Built-in stereo mic
Port for an optional stereo microphone
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Because of the sensor change, you lose all of the high-speed shooting features, and there's no external flash or mic support. On the upside, you gain a CIPA-rated battery life of 580 shots compared to the 410 shot-rating for the FZ100. There are other differences as well, but that's the gist.
I generally don't get excited about megazoom cameras, but as bridge cameras go, these look pretty good. Can't say I see the need for two fairly pricey models with the same lens, though. I would've rather seen Panasonic rework the FZ35's lens into a budget megazoom.


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The club I used to visit, which has since shut down, had a nice easy down the line range and I was actually getting quite good on it. This new club is a full sporting layout with no DTL and it's bloody difficult.
I was watching a guy on the trap I was waiting for, and he moaned because he missed one shot. It's cause for celebration if I hit one.
I had to stop at my mums on the way home, so rather than leave the guns in my car I took them in with me. I figured that in the area my mum lives in, it wouldn't hurt for the neighbours to see her son carrying guns into the house, particularly with the current gun control madness.
Some of those chavs are probably unaware the gun ownership, albeit limited, is still legal in the UK.
That's one of the things I like most about clay pigeon shooting, being in the company of a group of people all holding various shotguns. Maybe if some of these anti gun nuts could experience that it would alleviate some of their fears.
On to other things, we're off for a family meal tonight. We intend to eat like pigs. The last time we went on a family meal, me and Mrs Bucko only ordered the cheapest stuff on the menu because we were skint. When the bill came, some bright spark said, "Let's just split it eight ways". Bollocks!
It's going to be steaks all round tonight.
One day I want to be eating things I've shot myself but I don't know anyone with any land. It would probably be frowned upon if I went shooting rabbits on the local park.
I would probably be tasered because the local bobby mistook my 12 gauge for a samurai sword. Or something...
Anyway, I need to get myself looking respectable for this evening so I had better start now.
Happy Saturday!
4 comments:
- Highland Cooncil said...
If you shoot it.
Eat it,
says I. - 12 January 2013 at 20:31
- Dioclese said...
I was a county level shot at standard pistol ( to the uninitiated that's timed firing into a turning target with a non-exotic pistol. Mine was a .22 Browning )
Some cunt walked into a school in Dunblane with a load of guns he should never have been allowed to own due to police incompetence (forget James Bond. You can't hit shit at ten metres with a Walther PPK. It's a short range killer and this bastard should never have been allowed to own one and others )
The result of this is that hand gun ownership in the UK was made illegal.
Of course you can still saunter across to the good old EU and buy one over the counter and bring it back across the channel in your pocket - or, if you want to rob a bank, the going rate down Fulham way is £1,000 for a pistol and six rounds of ammo.
And if you don't fire it, then you can get £500 back when you return it.
So what exactly was the point of banning them in the first place???? - 12 January 2013 at 22:46
- Bucko The Moose said...
Highland Cooncil - I ain't eating clay pigeons and that's all I've shot so far. And not many of them :-)
- 12 January 2013 at 23:42
- Bucko The Moose said...
The point of banning them was to disarm us. Nothing to do with crime.
And a Beretta was £500 when I was 17. I never actually saw one, just heard about it. Some guy offered me one down the pub but £500 quid was about a years wage to me. He was also offering hand grenades for a tenner (Might have been bollocks, I don't know) - 12 January 2013 at 23:45


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Three more Liberal leadership candidates - including the one Canadians consider most likely to win the convention - tour through Kamloops this month.
MP Justin Trudeau visits the city on Jan. 21, followed by Martha Hall Findlay and Karen McCrimmon on Jan. 23.
The Liberal constituency association is hoping to set up a public event featuring Trudeau but has yet to schedule one, said past-president Murray Todd.
Candidates Deborah Coyne and Alex Burton, the Vancouver prosecutor who later withdrew his candidacy, have visited Kamloops so far in the campaign. Liberals vote on a new leader on April 13.
McCrimmon, a retired lieutenant colonel of the Canadian Armed Forces, was the first woman ever to command an RCAF squadron. She has twice run unsuccessfully for federal office. Findlay served as a one-term MP from 2008 to 2011 after running to succeed Paul Martin as Liberal leader in 2006.
All told, four of the seven candidates still in the race will have visited by month's end. The other three candidates are Joyce Murray, George Takach and Marc Garneau.
All candidates are expected to be in B.C. on Jan. 20 for a debate at Vancouver's Westin Bayshore hotel. Trudeau will stop in Merritt en route to Kamloops from Vancouver, Todd said.
Successive opinion polls for the past six months have pegged Trudeau as the frontrunner by a long shot with former astronaut Garneau trailing by more than 20 points. A year ago, interim party leader Bob Rae was leading in opinion polls, but he announced in June that he would not run for permanent leadership.
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Born | 1986 Britain |
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Byron Chubbuck (aka Oso Blanco) called a close friend and supporter last night (not me) very upset and asking for help. He said a staff person was checking their cell for "extra clothing" and grabbed a sheet of paper laying (out in the open!) of a simple drawing Oso did. He has been trying to establish where various Cherokee memorials/battlefields/landmarks/burial mounds are in relation to his current location – Lee USP. The drawing is of a fenced in burial mound he thought he saw upon his arrival.
Oso and his cellmate were thrown into the "secure housing unit" (SHU) (solitary confinement) for possessing an "escape tool". Oso says it's an insane charge.
Oso is worried that any day now a DHO (disciplinary judge) will come and rule with bias on this bogus "escape tool" charge. Oso has been in the Special Management Unit (SMU), an extremely restrictive program, for years and was just recently released to USP Lee, a much more agreeable situation as far as prisons go. He is worried they will place him back in the SMU program.
Please take a second to call or email on behalf of Byron Chubbuck #07909051:Phone: 276-546-0150 Fax: 276-546-9115
E-mail address2: firstname.lastname@example.com
Please be polite and just let them know you are concerned about Byron Chubbuck #07909051, and that you think he may be in SHU over a drawing that if looked at, has nothing to do with any escape plans or any conspiracy with any cell mate. No need to mention SMU, case history, or politics in my opinion.
Ask for his unit manager Ms. Willis, his counselor Mr. LaLonde, or someone else on Chubbuck's unit team.
Another way to show support and let the prison know we are watching them is to send Oso a letter or postcard so the prison sees support that way too. Also to let Oso know he's in your thoughts and he is not alone in there.
Byron Chubbuck #07909051
From Denver Anarchist Black Cross:
I want to thank you all for calling Florence USP, in Colorado. This unity has motivated Ms McDermott to relent and give me medical attention" -Oso Blanco
June 12 – June 13, 9am- 5pm, Mountain Time . . . .
Denver Anarchist Black Cross post
Twitter- #OsoSolidarity
Flyer . . .
(See a more developed version of this text on the Denver Anarchist Black Cross blog)
On the heels of the June 11th international day of solidarity with Marie Mason, Eric McDavid, and other longterm anarchist prisoners . . .
June 12 – June 13, 9am- 5pm, Mountain Time . . . .
Call USP Florence-High in Solidarity with Byron Chubbuck a.k.a Oso Blanco!!!
People to ask for and speak with if they are available . . .
- Mr. Charles Daniels, Warden
- Ms. McDermott, Hospital Administrator
- Mr. Leggit, Counselor
- Miss Hopkins
- "The Lieutenant"
NOTE: Any of these people may put you on hold indefinitely, hang up on you, talk over you, etc. If nothing else, let someone, even if it's just the operator, know the reason you are calling.
Sample call talking points . . .
- Hello, may I speak to _________? This call is in reference to inmate Byron Chubbuck #07909-051. Byron has a painful, potentially cancerous mass in his liver. He needs an ultrasound to determine the problem, and has been asking for this since he came to Florence in January.
- He placed a sick call in April.
- He has high ammonia build up in his liver and experiences daily vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, and irregular breathing.
- Byron already has a medical record in the BOP concerning liver problems and has never asked for family/friends to help with a medical condition before.
- I know that HIPAA prevents you from sharing his personal health information (PHI) wtih me– I just want to make sure this is brought to your attention and that you take all actions necessary to ensure Mr. Chubbuck proper medical treatment.
- I know you have a protocol to follow. Why wasn't he given a liver biopsy when he placed a sick call in April? How do you evaluate an internal medical condition?
- Thank you for doing the right thing and getting my friend the medical attention he needs.
Coordinating the effort
- Post a brief report of how your call went to social media with this announcement or a link to it! Lead by example! #OsoSolidarity
- Email firstname.lastname@example.com and let us know how calls are going!
- If you can, send a quick get card to Oso, letting him know that you called and that he is in your thoughts and/or prayers. This will lift Oso's spirits and again remind him, as well as his captors, that he is not alone in his struggles.
Also, don't forget about these other crucial ongoing campaigns against medical neglect of political prisoners . . .
Meant to post this earlier but an Oso Blanco supporter actually received a letter back from the Pardon Attorney, who's apparently named Ronald L Rodgers:
We have received your letter of [date] regarding the petition for commutation (reduction) of sentence of Mr. Byron Shane Chubbuck. We have made it part of his clemency file.
We have received Mr. Chubbuck's petition and his application is under consideration. While we cannot predict when a decision will be reached, he will be notified promptly once final action has been taken on his application.
Ronald L. Rodgers
Pardon Attorney
So this is very good. We are on the right track. Keep those letters coming and you are encouraged to send copies to Through the Walls.
I'll go back and edit previous posts with the new information.
Now is the time.
From Oso:
"Tell them my clemency papers are There in Wash DC. We must send letters to Obama Fast"
In a previous post I recommended that people send letters to the TTW PO Box and that I would go through and send. I think it's too late for that now and I haven't received them. Will check again soon but — scratch that. Please send letters directly to Parole Attorney and Obama and send a copy to me at Through the Walls.
Email me or message me letters (throughwalls [at] rise up [dot] net) or send yourself. If you are outside of u.s.-occupied north america definitely email or message me.
UPDATE: Letters should be sent to two addresses: Office of the Pardon Attorney and Office of the President.
1) Correspondence to the Department of Justice, Office of the Pardon Attorney, may be sent to:
Office of the Pardon Attorney
1425 New York Avenue, N.W.
Suite 11000
Washington, D.C. 20530
And/or Email the Office of the Pardon Attorney
- "Please note: An attachment to an e-mail will be considered only if it has been requested by the Office of the Pardon Attorney. Attachments should be in PDF format and not exceed file size limits. Unsolicited e-mail attachments will not be opened."
- Also, the Pardon Attorney is Ronald L. Rodgers so address letters to him if you'd like.
2) Obama . . .
President Barack Obama
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20500
Got it?
See my previous post on this subject for a sample executive clemency letter on behalf of Oso Blanco.
Send electronically to me or send physically and/or electronically to Pardon Attorney AND Obama.
I'm sending mine off tomorrow so get at me soon!
Oso Blanco will appreciate your vigilance!
Send him a note!
New address (according to BOP.gov as of 1/12/13):
While asking for things from Obama and the state is not at the heart of the strategies I believe in, when a captive freedom fighter chooses to pursue liberation through this avenue and asks for help from supporters, I believe it's appropriate to follow through.
Below is an open letter. Use it as a reference in writing your own letter and/or learn more about Oso Blanco at osoblanco.org . . .
*NOTE: Address letters to Barack
But send them to Through the Walls so they can be sent together in connection with the petition:
Through the Walls
PO Box 132
Brooklyn, NY 11218
President Barack Obama
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20500
Dear Mr. President:
I am writing on behalf of Mr. Byron Shane Chubbuck, Federal Bureau of Prisons #07909-051, who is petitioning you for Executive Clemency. I am aware that Mr. Chubbuck pled guilty to multiple counts of bank robbery, assault, and other charges. Through research and correspondence with Mr. Chubbuck, I am also aware that, strange as it may sound, even then, Chubbuck was motivated by a desire to financially aid hungry children.
Today, Chubbuck's need to help others manifests itself closer to home and within the law. He very much, and very truly, wants to be a father to his son and to help his sister and his mother who struggle with health issues. For a person driven by humanitarianism, the Federal Bureau of Prisons can only provide so much corrective and rehabilitative influence. After nearly thirteen years, it is time for his rehabilitation to continue to the next chapter—a return to his family and community so that he can begin to contribute to their and his health and well-being.
I am aware that granting a pardon to Chubbuck would involve risk to your own reputation and political career. However that is often the case in a matter of doing the right thing and I believe that you will make every effort to be just in your decision. Thank you for the action you will take.
Statement to All who wrote the court:
Thank you very much all of you wonderful people. It is sad and heart breaking, I have not seen my 13 year old son since 2001. And in a prison visit at USP FLorence Colorado. Not at home like normal life. I ask how much longer can we as humanity "allow" the system to destroy family, lives and children?
The court Oct 24, gave visiting privileges to my mother. Nothing for my self because I am in prison.
Love + Power
Spirit and Fire
On Oso Blanco's son, the court granted visiting privileges to the young man's paternal grandmother– but not to Oso Blanco, because of his imprisonment. Oso Blanco's statement will be up momentarily in a separate post.
Gender Anarky members Cat and Amazon are no longer refusing food as of October 25th. The prison responded to the hunger strike and phone call blitz etc with transfers. Amazon was recently transferred to Salinas Valley State prison. See http://genderanarky.wordpress.com/ for the info.
Strangely, Leah-Lynn Plante was released from jail very early but Matt and KteeO are still in jail as grand jury resisters and still need support. Mathew "Maddy" Pfeiffer is a new name on the list of grand jury resisters. For the latest, stay tuned to http://nopoliticalrepression.wordpress.com/
Thousands of walmart workers stand ready to strike on Black Friday. A few are jumping ahead like wildcats, already striking.
I tweeted about the prisoners held in Rikers who were once again not evacuated despite huge risk of flooding during Hurricane Sandy. Solitary Watch quoted NYC DOC as saying that there was no flooding or power outages. Click the image below for details.


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1) Whether the average person, applying contemporary community standards, would find that the work, taken as a whole, appeals to the prurient interest,
2) Whether the work depicts/describes, in a patently offensive way, sexual conduct or excretory functions specifically defined by applicable state law,
3) Whether the work, taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value.
From a glance you can probably see the artistic community's main gripe with using the Miller Test as a legal tool: it's points are all but entirely subjective and one person's art may be somebody else's filth. The fear now in the comics and manga community is whether or not the Handley case will be the occasion prosecutors around the country will seize on to bust readers of "questionable" content, leaving us to wonder to what level obscenity standards will drop. Can even the casual manga and anime fan be in danger? If you're keeping some Kodomo no Jikan and Strike Witches around the house, or you've gotten your hands on the new Chu-Bra!! anime there may be every reason to fear a visit from the cops.
In this writer's opinion, I believe that though the aforementioned titles are well beyond the limits of good taste and skirting the edge of being morally repugnant they are not criminal. Handley's titles, however, were and I for one am in support of the prosecution.
As we all know, existing child pornography laws are easily understood and clearly exist to protect the safety and well-being of our children. Now, while no children are exploited in the production of hardcore lolicon manga I feel the situation is more complicated than just immediate harm to children who are used in such a way. I apologize if this comes off sounding condescending, but people often forget that all things operate on complex systems. Good and evil, black and white, toast and jam are all just far too simplistic ways to meaningfully view the world. My point here is that in the short term, while no children were victimized to make these titles, lolicon porn manga still promotes the practice of pedophilia and it's not an immense leap to see how these titles can set the gears in motion leading to the real molestation of children.
Critics of the Handley ruling have been quick to point out how this could lead to the illustrated depiction of any illegal activity, such as drug use, being banned. I find that assertion to be as absurd as comparing apples to oranges though, as drug use is a personal decision and more or less victimless crime whereas raping an adolescent is most certainly, well, do I even have to explain? Also, something I've noticed about Handley supporters from within the comics and anime/manga industry here in American has been their tendency to be childless (except for Neil Gaiman, who has three kids). I've spoken to a few parents and soon-to-be parents about the case and their feelings on the matter are solidly in support of the prosecution, not based on legal precedent or artistic freedom, but merely because they're concerned for the safety of their children. I myself am not a parent but can imagine how having kids can change pretty much everything.
What's your opinion: where should the line be drawn in anime and manga on what is and isn't obscene? Also, I'd like to hear from any parents out there in the AV community about what they think of the Handley case. We've all had a week to digest this decision, let's get some conversation going.


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A very good and important question. The best approach that I have found was introduced by Richard Feynman. It can be found in a number of references: first published in "Engineering and Science" Vol. 28 (6) March 1965, also reprinted as Appendix "V" in his book: "Perfectly Reasonable Deviations From The Beaten Track". His method was in response to California State Curriculum Commission's "New Textbooks for the 'New' Mathematics". Like so many topics he addressed in his career, it is the epitome of clarity and directness.
He coined it "the 'guess' method." It is too long to lay out here, but is certainly worth your time as an educator of young children to develop lesson plans around his approach.
His principles are: 1. There must be freedom of thought. 2. We do not want to teach just words. 3. The subject should not be introduced without explaining the purpose or reason and supply a reason why it is worth learning.
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Don't know how long this one will last, but we need to know what is being said.
Obama calls for measures against gun violence - Washington Times
This is a discussion on Obama calls for measures against gun violence. within the The Second Amendment & Gun Legislation Discussion forums, part of the Related Topics category; Don't know how long this one will last, but we need to know what is being said. Obama calls for measures against gun violence - ...
Don't know how long this one will last, but we need to know what is being said.
Obama calls for measures against gun violence - Washington Times
A woman must not depend on protection by men. A woman must learn to protect herself.
Susan B. Anthony
A armed society is a polite society. Manners are good when one has to back it up with his life.
Robert Heinlein
I think the mods already shut down a similar thread earlier but I agree that we need to keep up with this. No offense to the mods, is their responsability and I respect that they have been here longer to know what happens in these threads.
I read a quote from Obama earlier saying that, "I think that the majority of gun owners would agree the AK-47 belongs on the battlefeild." Im getting ready for work but will try to dig up the link real quick to reference my quote.
VVV Read down there under edit. I had a lapse in thought VVV
Last edited by Ionracas; July 26th, 2012 at 01:22 PM. Reason: My bad, its the same article you posted.
"The thing about quotes on the internet is that you can not confirm their validity."
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"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky. dangerous animals."
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I am willing to let this one stand if we keep politics out of it and talk strictly gun control.
I do think that there will be a push for all gun sales to require a background check, including private sales. I don't know how thsi can be accomplished without gun registration.
A real man loves his wife, and places his family as the most important thing in life. Nothing has brought me more peace and content in life than simply being a good husband and father.
In the first place. IMHO Obama will not chance any gun control measures this close to a national election as he can not afford to lose the support of any liberal or moderate gun fanciers. His statement about assault type rifles belonging on the battle field only reenforces his lack of understanding about the scope of violent crime in big cities. Inner cities are a battle field. The gangs, drug cartels and organized thieves are the axis of evil just as surely as the Germans under Hitler, the Japanese under Hiroheto, the Italians under Mousilini, the Viet Kong and radical Islam. This Nation is going to hell in a hand-basket and when I go to hell, I want to be holding something besides a basket in my hand.
So, I like the bit at the end about 'criminals, fugitives, and mentally unbalanced people'... but I don't believe him for a second.
In his attempt to keep the aforementioned people from getting their hands on 'illegal guns', I -personally- believe he will just make it more difficult for all the rest of us to get our hands on what we want and can legally own.
"Gun control should mean hitting your target every time."
Please try to remember- I have a very dry sense of humor. It usually sounds mean, but isn't meant to be.
Ahhhhhhhhh the "July Surprise" then again, we always knew this would come sooner or later.
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If re-elected I fear the will be wide spread change. At this point, nothing will be done. Like another poster said, we a to close to an election....
Don"t let stupid be your skill set....
Never be ashamed of a scar. It simply means, that you were stronger than whatever tried to hurt you......
More fluff to keep the liberals/conservatives happy. This will meander around Congress/Senate until after the election.So they can all say "we are working on it"
Obama out of the closet on gun control; OReilly unrepentant
President Barack Obama, using rhetoric from the gun prohibition lobby, told the National Urban League convention in New Orleans that semiautomatic military-style firearms belong on the battlefield of war, not on the streets of our cities.
I just got back from picking up my uniforms at my mothers laundrymat and she has the TVs tuned to all the major media outlets. Without putting all my personal life out here, shes a major bandwagoner whos never had an original thought for as long as Ive known. Not to mention shes always looking for free handouts in life. Though I cant speak, she does my laundry for free lol. So she starts preaching that we need to ban automatic rifles and pump action shotguns and have tougher background checks. Oh and she said we shouldnt buy ammo online. When I told her you can buy it at WalMart and there is no background check for ammo she replied with, I didnt know that.
I asked her why and she had nothing else to say. Then I threw in my .02 and she just lit up a ciggarette and stared across the street.
I have nothinf against people having an opinion that differs from mine. Freedom of speech is one of thoes great things about this country. But why is it thoes who want to take our rights have no problem exercising theirs, especialy without cause or reason?
"The thing about quotes on the internet is that you can not confirm their validity."
-Abraham Lincoln
"A person is smart. People are dumb, panicky. dangerous animals."
-Agent K
The comment also goes to show his lack of understanding of the 2A. Yes, we like to point out the part where it allows us weapons for self defense, but it is also to ensure the security of a free State; thereby indicating that military type arms should be in the hands of "the people". He says he respects the 2A, but how can he if he doesn't understand what it means?
I thought he was supposed to be a constitutional scholar?
Walk softly ...
Obama has to say something to appease the left. He can't go on and remain silent on such a currently sensitive subject. Sounds like political yap. Let's see if anything comes of it.
"Confidence is food for the wise man but liquor for the fool"
I find it troubling how comfortable he is with bypassing Congress. How much more so would he be in his second term. Fast&Furious might just be the beginning.
One of the big reasons we didn't lose the Revolutionary War? - We had similar/identical weaponry on both sides. You can't win a war using nothing but bolt action rifles and .32 revolvers. (Well, China probably could... )
If we ever need to be able to 'defend ourselves from the government' in a physical way, we will need 'assault type' (semi-auto) rifles. ..at least until we can get their 'assault' rifles that are full auto. (But, I probably wouldn't want one of those- I'd waste too much ammo) I can understand not wanting civilians to have full auto weapons, but that doesn't mean that ALL of them should be banned.
On the same note, I don't think stupid people should procreate. Hasn't stopped them. If anything, they're getting worse. I also think that 90% of the people I see driving 'trucks' and SUVs shouldn't even have driver's licenses. Doesn't make any difference. When the government starts limiting things like that- since more people do more damage with an SUV they can't drive than almost ANYONE with a gun- then I will be MUCH more accepting of 'gun control' regulations. As it stands...
"Gun control should mean hitting your target every time."
Please try to remember- I have a very dry sense of humor. It usually sounds mean, but isn't meant to be.


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They looked at nearly 3,000 HIV patients who were treated in Denmark from 1995 to 2010 and received well-organized care with free access to antiretroviral therapy. The researchers found that more than 60 percent of the deaths that occurred among the patients were associated with smoking rather than HIV.
They also found significant differences in life expectancy between HIV patients who smoked and nonsmokers. For example, a 35-year-old patient who smoked had a life expectancy approaching 63 years, compared with more than 78 years for a nonsmoking patient who was the same age, according to the study, which appears online Dec. 19 in the journal Clinical Infectious Diseases.
The loss of years of life associated with smoking was twice as high as that associated with HIV, and the increased risk of death among HIV patients who smoked was three times higher than among people not infected with HIV, according to a journal news release.
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Nice showcase as always love all the players and how big this community has got, to bad we don't get paid to play all day and damn I want to marry Nikasaur!
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those cute toons and the dear diary clip were so good. dayum, made me cries T_T
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I refuse to cs for the next 5 days....period....i will play nothing but support. Must go find support to afk-heal with. There for i wont kill number 213....or 804....
Don't call it "SS - 88" Just call it Summoner's Showcase "SS" means a lot of other things and just looks highly unprofessional
Both the skits of you as teemo >.< made me LoL, literally. You gotta put in more skits with rioters in it in your videos nika
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West of Wise Winery
Recently opened in February 2015, the West of Wise Winery is a small batch winery located south of Petersburg, Illinois featuring wines from Illinois grown grapes and other select vineyards. Many of the grapes are from the family vineyard - Ratio Vineyard in Kilbourne, Illinois.
CITY: Petersburg
Whiskey Acres
Meet farmcrafted spirits. Grown from the finest grain, handcrafted and distilled on our fifth generation family farm. From us to you. From Seed to Spirit. Production Underway! • Tasting room & cocktail patio opens Summer 2015 Bourbon, Corn Whiskeys, Rye Whiskey & Vodka
CITY: DeKalb
Central Illinois Policeman Ball
Central Illinois Policeman Ball at Hamilton's. Social hour starts at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. There will be dinner, dancing, award presentation, auction, and guest speaker. Tickets are $50 per person and $45 for law enforcement. For more information or to reserve tickets call Tino Vasquez at 217.479.4630.
CITY: Jacksonville
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DeKalb Farmer's Market
The DeKalb Farmers Market features locally-grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers and artisan crafts. Every Thursday (June 4th - Sept 24th) 10am - 2pm Van Buer Plaza on the corner of North Second & Locust St. in DeKalb. For more information call 815-756-6306 or visit http://www.dekalb.org
CITY: DeKalb
Triptych Brewing
Triyptch Brewing, an award-winning microbrewery in Savoy, is dedicated to the production of high quality craft beer. Triptych beers, rooted in old world brewing traditions, draw upon a variety of inspirations including local ingredients and cover a very wide gamut of tastes. At the tasting room in Savoy, Triptych offers up to 8 different beers in a lineup that changes with the seasons. Their Dirty Hippy English brown ale recently received a silver medal at the 2014 World Beer Cup.
CITY: Savoy
Purple Onion
When you're in the market for comfort foods in Annawan, the Purple Onion is your spot. The homemade pies are a must-order item.
CITY: Annawan
Kewanee Dunes
After 85 years, the golf course is still going strong. This 18-hole championship course features beautiful mature trees, fast greens and great fairways. Enjoy a delicious meal in the clubhouse, Greenside Grill or Roy's Place. 18 holes with a cart: Weekday $32 Weekends $37
CITY: Kewanee
State Street Café
Homemade soups, daily specials, and freshly baked goods are just a few of the reasons to give this locally-owned stop a try.
CITY: Geneseo
Sherry's Cafe
Sherry's is known for a few things: good food, great prices, and all the friendly service you can expect in Henry County. Located in an old quaint church, Sherry offers daily specials including fish, barbeque ribs, chicken, and more.
CITY: Galva
Willow's Hometown Cafe
Willow's Hometown Café is located in the Frederick Townsend Garage and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Sycamore Historic District. The distinctive stone structure was constructed in 1906 for use as a garage for the estate of Frederick B. Townsend, his former home is the Queen Anne mansion that overlooks the garage property. The structure is made of granite rocks gathered from Townsend's farmland, right here in Sycamore.
CITY: Sycamore
Sweet Dream Desserts & Catering
Sweet Dream Desserts and Catering is a family-owned bake shop, café, and full-service catering business located in Sycamore, Illinois. They want to make your sweetest dreams come true, which is why they bake the kind of homemade goodies you're too busy to make at home anymore.
CITY: Sycamore
Pita Pete's
Vegetarian/Vegan Friendly Pita Pete's philosophy is that fast food can be both tasty and healthful. At Pita Pete's they have no franchise costs, and they rarely advertise. These savings are put into the quality and quantity of the food we serve.
CITY: DeKalb
Giordano's of Sycamore
Giordano's has been acclaimed "Chicago's Best Pizza" by NBC, CBS Chicago, New York Times, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Eater, Home & Garden Magazine, Concierge Preferred and more!
CITY: Sycamore
Vinny's Pizza
Welcome to Vinny's Pizza & Wings. Located in DeKalb, Illinois since 2005 and under new management since December 2009. Our experienced and friendly staff look forward to taking care of your Pizza Needs!
CITY: DeKalb
South Moon BBQ
Come enjoy a craft beer with your BBQ! Now offering the largest selection of Craft Beers.
CITY: Hinckley
Tasty Dawgs
The most delicious Vienna Hot Dogs around! Their dogs are Chicago Style featuring a Vienna all beef hot dog cuddled by a freshly steamed poppy seed bun, topped with yellow mustard, neon green relish, sweet onions, fresh tomato wedges, kosher pickle spear, spicy sport peppers and of course, a dash of celery salt. 518 West Main Street
CITY: Kirkland
Los Rancheros
Los Rancheros Mexican Restaurant in DeKalb IL is open daily for Lunch & Dinner.
CITY: DeKalb
Egg Haven Pancakes & Cafe
At Egg Haven We're Committed To Quality and Value Our recipes are prepared fresh daily using only the finest ingredients. Our eggs and produce are sourced direct from local premium farms and growers. Our menu offers a variety of breakfast, brunch and lunch choices. We're proud to offer delicious gluten free options, cholesterol free options, and other dietary-friendly selections. Freshly squeezed juices are available all day! Restaurant hours: 6am to 3pm daily
CITY: DeKalb
Ray's Chicago BBQ and Slots
Ray's Chicago BBQ and Slots features: Walk-Ins Welcome Good For Groups Good For Kids Take Out Delivery Catering Outdoor Seating
CITY: DeKalb
Brenda's Frozen Custard
Frozen Custard, Burgers, Dinners, Fast Food, Hot Dogs and Sandwiches
CITY: Sandwich
McDonald's Family Restaurant
It is the longest running active full service restaurant in the area (over 57 years now) and has long been a favorite for locals and visitors alike. This family-owned and operated haven for comfortable and palate-pleasing dining, features a full menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner with breakfast being available all day. McDonald's is well known for their broasted chicken and broasted catfish, always fresh never frozen, and they make some of the best burgers that you'll find anywhere, all hand formed, char broiled or grilled, in quarter and half pound increments.
CITY: Fairbury
Ristorante de Acquaviva
At Ristorante de Acquaviva of Sycamore, the Italian food offered will include pizza, pasta, seafood and more, the same menu as its Maple Park location. This fine dining establishment is owned by the same owners of Acquaviva Winery in Maple Park, known for Italian food and specialty wines. The wines are produced from their own 40-acre vineyard and winery in Maple Park and the facility produces about 55,000 bottles of wine per year.
CITY: Sycamore
Bull Moose Bar & Grille
At the Bull Moose Bar & Grille, their culture is driven by the cheerful, enthusiastic, dedicated staff. They provide a historic setting incorporating a 1893 Pullman Palace Car Company dining car used by President Roosevelt in his 1912 political campaign. They offer an inventive menu, with fresh, quality ingredients offered at affordable prices. The Bull Moose has taken on a Cheers-type atmosphere, becoming the local meeting place in town. The spectacular bar provides a great place for afternoon drinks or late night partying.
CITY: Sandwich
Royal Pub
Enjoy bar and pub style food including burgers, sandwiches, homemade soups, salads, and pizza. Full bar. Lunch and Dinner: under $10.00 Credit Cards Accepted
CITY: Freeport
Sunshine Scoop & Bakery
Sunshine Scoop is an ice cream shoppe and bakery combo, so that you can get your favorite dessert with a scoop of your favorite ice cream right on top. We start with quality ingredients to bring you quality products that you and your whole family can enjoy. Come and visit today for a sweet treat!!! If you have dietary concerns, we also have gluten free, low fat, dairy free, and no sugar added options!
CITY: DeKalb
Lucky's Food & Spirits
A family style restaurant with great burgers, steaks and sandwiches to help you unwind after a busy day in Amish Country.
CITY: Sullivan
Shark's Fish and Chicken
Shark's Fish & Chicken in Dekalb delivers to NIU! They offer delivery in Dekalb, IL and an extensive menu including catfish, ocean perch, salmon, tilapia, oysters, wings, chicken dinners, and combos!
CITY: DeKalb
Tom & Jerry's - Sycamore
Known as "King of the Gyros" and available for dine in, carry out, drive thru, or ALL DAY DELIVERY, Tom & Jerry's has been serving up great eats in DeKalb county for over 30 years! Homemade Italian Beef Sandwiches, All Beef Chicago Red Hot Dogs, Homemade Soups, Garden Fresh Salads, Baby Back Ribs, Fried Chicken & Wings, Milk Shakes, Avalanches, Floats, & Much, much more! Kids eat for $2.95 everyday! Delicious HOMEMADE catering available! ALL DAY DELIVERY
CITY: Sycamore
Maria's Pizza
This great pizza place has been voted Best in the Region with its homemade sauce and dough, pasta and sandwiches. Dine-in specials, carry-out and delivery service. Dinner under $10 Credit Cards Accepted
CITY: Freeport
Topper's Pizza
Looking for late night pizza delivery in Dekalb? Toppers Pizza near Northern Illinois University to the rescue! They provide Dekalb pizza delivery with House Pizzas, bold flavors, legendary Topperstix - garlic-buttery, fresh-baked topped with real Wisconsin cheese. Toppers is open late, delivered fast, right out of the oven to your door.
CITY: DeKalb
Gene's Carry Out
Breakfast– offered all day long! Lunch– lunch and daily specials available every day! Dinner– ask about the chicken specials for families and parties! Coffee– fresh brewed regular and decaf and they also serve hot chocolate and cappuccino!
CITY: Sandwich
Mustang Bar & Grill
Walk-Ins Welcome, Good For Groups, Good For Kids, Take Out and Delivery
CITY: Malta
Santa Fe Restaurant
A family owned and operated restaurant since 1981, with locations in Glen Ellyn and Sandwich, Illinois. They specialize in delicious, authentic Mexican food, and our Margaritas have been voted the best Margaritas in DuPage county for almost 30 years!
CITY: Sandwich
Spring Grove Restaurant
This family restaurant is among the best of the region and offers a wonderful breakfast and a great selection of daily specials. Children's menu. Breakfast and Lunch: under $5.00. Dinner: under $10.00. Credit Cards Accepted
CITY: Freeport
Giordano's of Sycamore
Giordano's has been acclaimed "Chicago's Best Pizza" by NBC, CBS Chicago, New York Times, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Eater, Home & Garden Magazine, Concierge Preferred and more!
CITY: Sycamore
TNT Pizzeria
TNT takes great pride in the fact that almost everything we serve is hand made right here in our store. We're up early every day making everything from scratch to make sure you get the finest products available. From the bread and pizza dough we mix, to the meats, cheeses, and vegetables we slice right here. You won't find a fresher product anywhere else. A great product is guaranteed every time.
CITY: Sullivan
Woodfire 330
Woodfire oven pizza and specialties. Open Monday thru Thursday 4pm to 9pm Friday and Saturday 4pm to 10pm Closed Sundays
CITY: Freeport
Hill's Tap
Helping you dodge life's curveballs since 1969. Founded in 1969, legend has it because Curt wasn't allowed into a tavern within 30 miles of Genoa, Hill's Tap remains nearly the same as the day it opened. It's hard to imagine why, 45 years ago, he thought he could provide for a growing family with a shot and a beer saloon, but I think many of us are a bit better off because of it.
CITY: Genoa
Brian's Pizza
Newly remodeled with a fresh look. Brian's Pizza offers the best pizza around with fresh ingredients and custom dough and sauce made fresh daily. They have 2 I-pads loaded with games for kids to have fun and play for free while parents sit back, relax and enjoy themselves while watching their favorite sports team on our 65 in. T.V. and sip on their favorite spirits. Brian's Pizza also works with the local schools on a "Book It" program to get kids more involved with reading. Meet your goal and get a free personal pizza and a picture with Tony on our Wall of Fame!!
CITY: Hinckley
Italian Dreams Pizza
Italian Dreams Pizza & Pasta in Sycamore, IL., where they use only the finest and freshest ingredients to prepare your food in a way that is second to none.
CITY: Sycamore
Hy-Vee operates more than 230 retail stores in eight Midwestern states, including Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin.
CITY: Sycamore
Burritoville in Dekalb, IL has the best Mexican food you could ask for. Delivery and Online Food Ordering to NIU and Dekalb ensures that you will never be hungry again!
CITY: DeKalb
Los 3 Burritos
A family owned Authentic Mexican Restaurant! They offer Breakfast, Tacos, Tacos, Burritos, GIANT Burritos, & More! You can also place your order online!
CITY: DeKalb
The Cedar Inn
Enjoy this small town bar and grill. Full bar, carryout, entertainment. 4747 Illinois Route 26 North Freeport, Illinois (Just south of the Village of Cedarville) Open: Sunday: Noon to 10 pm; Monday and Tuesday: 11 am to 11 pm; Wednesday thru Saturday: 11 am to 1 am Lunch: Under $5.00. Dinner: Under $10.00. Credit Cards Accepted
CITY: Freeport
Lisa's Place
Down home service features home baked bread and rolls, home cooked soups and entrees. Specials are served daily. "The Nest" is a specialty; ask about it! Breakfast served all day on Saturday.
CITY: Atkinson
The Hinckley Cafe
We provide a cozy cafe feeling with daily specials and homemade soups. Friendly staff in a family atmosphere. A must have in our place is the best cup of coffee you will get in Hinckley.
CITY: Hinckley
Lena Brewing Company
Lena Brewing Company is nestled among the rolling farm fields near Lena, Illinois just off US Highway 20. Our craft brewery features a wide mix of artisanal, traditional and innovative beers, all brewed right here on site! Our brewery and taproom are located inside a renovated old mill building. Stop by to taste our beer, take a brewery tour and watch our beer being made! Out facility is also available for private parties and rentals. Imagine hosting your next gathering right inside our beautiful, state-of-the-art brewing facility! We hope to see you soon; Cheers! Open Thursdays 4pm to 9pm; Saturdays and Sundays 11am to 9pm and Sundays 11am to 4pm. . Also open on holiday Mondays 11am to 4pm.
CITY: Lena
Bootleggers Bar, Grill & Pizza
A full service bar, grill and pizzeria....family friendly. Dine in or carry out.
CITY: Maple Park
Aspen Leaf Frozen Yogurt
With so many flavors of frozen yogurt and over 70 toppings your options are endless. Whether you prefer tart and tangy flavors, dairy-free sorbets, non-fat, low-fat or no-sugar-added varieties, you'll agree it's almost like eating premium ice cream. Their frozen yogurt is packed with live and active cultures so it's great for your immune system and digestive system health too! And they are the only frozen yogurt shop that has Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory candy pieces!
CITY: DeKalb
Tropical Sno
Family owned and operated. Come relax and enjoy a cold, tropical shaved ice just like they make in Hawaii!
CITY: Sycamore
Flappy's Pancake House
Hours: Sunday-Thursday 6:00am-3:00pm; Friday-Saturday 6:00am-9:00pm
CITY: DeKalb
Grassroots Juicery & Café, LTD
Locally owned and operated Grassroots Juicery & Café in Sycamore, IL is committed to promoting the overall health and fitness of our community. To advance this wholesome lifestyle based on health and local community, they offer a range of made-to-order fruit and vegetable juices and smoothies, as well as fresh wraps, soups, salads, oatmeal, baked goods, and other nutritional offerings. To the greatest extent possible, they use organic, environmentally-friendly and sustainably-grown ingredients, and source from local growers. Whatever your needs, whether they be plant-based, gluten-free, diabetic, weight-loss, detoxification, athletic and fitness training, or you've just decided it is finally time to maintain a healthy diet as part of a fit lifestyle, Grassroots Juicery & Cafe has something for you.
CITY: Sycamore
Nel's Catering
Family owned and operated since 1982, Nel's Catering is known locally for it's excellent food at fair prices. Nel's Catering is known for their potato salad and Italian Beef Sandwiches, but they carry a large variety of salads and meat choices in the deli. They will cater to your needs and ideas. No job is too big or too small. They can create menus to match your tastes and themes.
CITY: Somonauk
Authentic Italian Cuisine - Pizza, Pasta, Entrees, Drinks & More! Enjoy a drink at the bar or have your next gathering on their patio. Dine In - Carry Out - Delivery
CITY: DeKalb
Generations Brewery
Relax at this new brewery capable of producing 310,000 gallons annually. Enjoy the 1500 square foot tap room serving 10 beers on draft including regional guest beers as well as a full service bar including premium and craft wines and spirits. Tours of the brewery are available – $5 for adults (includes a pint of beer). 1400 South Adams Avenue Freeport, IL 61032 Open: Wednesday and Thursday: 3 pm to 11 pm; Friday and Saturday: Noon to Midnight
CITY: Freeport
Pig Minds Brewing Co.
Pig Minds Brewing Company specializes in handcrafted ales in a variety of styles, using the finest barley, wheat, malts and hops to produce their tasty beers. Try as many as seven of their beers including American Irish Red, Blue Collar American Wheat, Hopcore American Pale Ale or anything else they may be brewing at the time. The food menu has everything from appetizers to desserts.
CITY: Machesney Park
Route No. 73 Brew & Chew
Casual dining serving local meat, great steaks and burgers in a unique setting. Located in the old Pearl City hardware store with it's original 1900's flooring, tin ceiling and cabinets. Full bar with great drinks, banquet facilities seating 40. Open Su, T, W, Th: 11 am - 10:30 pm; F, S: 11 am - 1:30 pm
CITY: Pearl City
Knuckle Hedz
Great food, casual atmosphere and fun crowd. CLOSED MONDAY, open at 2 pm on TUESDAY, otherwise open daily at 11:30 am and serving lunch.
CITY: Sandwich
Pub West Pizza
Pub West has established a strong reputation for quality and value making it a local favorite, and a desired destination for west suburban Chicago. They offer great burgers with the toppings that will tantalize your taste buds. They have over 35 different burger varieties! More in the mood for Pizza? Order your favorite toppings for Delivery*, Take out or Eat-In.
CITY: Waterman
Sam's Pizza
Open 7 Days a Week Sun. thru Thurs. 4pm - Midnight Friday & Saturday 4pm - 2am
CITY: Sycamore
Chesapeake Bagel Bakery
Open Daily for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Chesapeake Bagel Bakery is locally owned and operated. We hand mix our bagels from scratch, form, boil, and bake them daily. We grind our coffee daily.
CITY: DeKalb
The Confectionary
Tom and Sharon Smith and their son Todd have made a full line of chocolates since 1982. Besides creams, clusters, toffee and caramels, we also make hard to find pieces including divinity, chocolate dipped ginger, sponge candy (seasonally) and sugar free chocolate clusters (made with real chocolate). Our batches are small and much of the work is done the old fashioned way: by hand.
CITY: Sycamore
The Neighborhood Bakery
The Neighborhood Bakery and Deli is an unique old time bakery and deli with that old fashioned price and taste. They are one of the few bakeries that are still around that is a complete full line bakery. They pride themselves on that and believe that is what makes them stand out from other bakeries. Go and check out the different types of bakery goods such as: coffee cakes, donuts, cookies, fruit breads and more...
CITY: DeKalb
Flippin Eggs
Flippin Eggs is dedicated to not only providing you with the best quality food, but to also provide you with an entertaining environment and loving atmosphere.
CITY: DeKalb
Great Wall
Chinese Restaurant serving Szechuan, Hunan & Cantonese Cuisine Dine In and Carry Out 901 Lucinda Avenue #M
CITY: DeKalb
Yen Ching
Mission statement: Master the art of making delicious Crabmeat Rangoons and Mongolian Beef. "COME ON YIN!"
CITY: DeKalb
Dough Brothers Pizzeria
Dine In, Carry Out, Delivery. Hours: Sundary-Thursday 4pm-10pm Friday 11am-11pm Saturday 4pm-11pm Delivery to Cortland, Maple Park, DeKalb & Sycamore.
CITY: Cortland
Gonzo's Pizzeria
Gonzo's has been open since December of 2007 in Sandwich, IL. Offering the 50 year old recipe of Gary "Gario" Schaefer the ONE and ONLY Gario!! Offering Carry out, dine in and Delivery service to surrounding areas.
CITY: Sandwich
Benchwarmers Sports Bar & Grill
Enjoy appetizers, all you can eat salad bar, great sandwiches, steaks and seafood. Grill your own Thursday thru Sundays from 5 pm to 10 pm. Full bar, carryouts, catering, delivery, children's menu, entertainment, outdoor dining. Banquet facilities for 130. Enjoy appetizers, all you can eat salad bar, great sandwiches, and steaks and seafood. Grill your own Thursday thru Sundays from 5 pm to 10 pm. Full bar, carryout, catering, delivery, children's menu, entertainment, outdoor dining. Banquet facilities for 130. 2143 West Galena Avenue Freeport, IL Open: Sunday: 11 am to 11 pm; Monday thru Saturday: 11 am to 1 am Lunch: Under $10 Dinner: Under $15 Credit Cards Accepted
CITY: Freeport
Maple Park Pub & Grill
Food, drinks, specials and live music. 221 North Main Street
CITY: Maple Park
Mustang Bar & Grill
Walk-Ins Welcome. We are great for groups and kids. Take out and delivery available.
CITY: Malta


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Depression in the Elderly
"My 80 year old Mother has been feeling very blah for about 6 months. She usually comes on vacation with my family in the summer and has many activities with a close group of friends but lately she is not interested in any of this. She has been to her doctor who has done a number of tests and thinks that she is probably depressed. He is considering adding a new medication to see if that could help. My Mother has always been a very upbeat person and even now does not say that she is depressed. Can you give me some information about depression in older adults and some resources in Charlottesville? Thanks."
Depression is an illness that affects many older people. It generally affects their physical as well as their mental well-being. Fortunately, it is a highly treatable illness. Complete, or at least partial improvement, can be obtained in eighty to ninety percent of cases. Depression can occur out of the blue, for no obvious reason, or it can occur as a response to adverse life circumstances, such as the loss of a spouse, the loss of a job, the loss of good health, or the loss of any other significant thing or relationship. It may occur as a side effect of certain drugs used to treat other conditions. It may accompany medical conditions such as Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, and cancer.
Other factors may raise the risk including a family history of depression, alcohol use, and seasonal changes. Regrettably, the nature of depression is such that affected persons, as a result of being depressed, are actually unlikely to realize that they are depressed, like your Mother, and even more unlikely to seek help for themselves. It is often family members like yourself that notice a change and encourage their relative to be evaluated.
Depression in older adults often goes unnoticed. Some of the signs are similar to changes that can occur with aging such as changes in sleep patterns and appetite and so are just accepted as part of growing old. Because older adults experience more chronic health problems, symptoms such as weakness and fatigue may be attributed to their physical problems when in fact they may be related to their state of mind.
The signs of depression can vary from person to person. There is usually not just a single symptom but a cluster of persistent symptoms. Elders do not always have the typical symptoms but may manifest the disease with primarily physical complaints, unexplained aches and pains, sleep problems such as early morning awakenings, sleeping too much or insomnia, loss of or increase in appetite, or fatigue. Common symptoms of depression include:
- feeling sad and blue
- loss of interest in work, hobbies, social life, sex
- persistent pessimism about the present, future, and past.
- feelings of guilt or worthlessness
- difficulty making decisions, concentrating, remembering things
- lack of energy and feeling slowed down or restlessness
- irritability
- weight gain or loss
- thoughts of suicide
Your Mother is certainly on the right course as she has been evaluated by her doctor to rule out medical conditions that may be causing her symptoms. This is a big step in the right direction as it is sometimes difficult to know when to seek help for an older relative. In general, it is good to talk with a health care professional if symptoms last for more than 2 weeks, if they are interfering in the person's daily function, if you think there is a risk of suicide, or if you just think professional help is indicated.
There are many medications that are very effective in treating depression in the elderly and can greatly improve the individual's quality of life. Depression is not a normal part of aging but a treatable illness-I hope that your Mother will be in good spirits very soon!
Adapted from "Elder Action" developed by the National Eldercare
Institute on Long Term Care and Alzheimer's Disease at the Suncoast
Gerontology Center, University of South Florida.
UVA Psychiatric Medicine: Geriatric and Dementia Care Clinic
Northridge, 2955 Ivy Road
Region Ten Community Services
(434) 972-1800: intake line for information or referral to emergency
and intake services, adult outpatient, psychiatry, community support
and substance abuse services
United Way- Thomas Jefferson Area Information and Referral
(434) 972-1703
Mental Health Association
(434) 977-4673
If there's an Eldercare topic you'd like to see addressed in "Caregiver Query", e-mail Kathy Fletcher at email@example.com . Remember, any information provided is not a substitute for consultation with your health care provider.


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November, 2010
FAIR PARK HOLIDAY TO ROCK WITH ROOFTOP FIREWORKS, DANCING WATER SHOWS, FREE MUSEUM VISITS, KIDS ACTIVITIES, HOLIDAY SHOPPING AND MORE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4The International Exotic Animal Sanctuary recently became home to two tiny American black bear cubs, one male and one female, who were found abandoned in their wild Alaska. These two were young, helpless, and unable to survive on their own. As such, they were transported to their new forever home in Texas. At IEAS, they will have 1.5 acres of forest, meadow, and grass to thrive in. With the help of Emotional Enrichment, they will learn to find security and trust in their new family. IEAS staff is eager and excited to make the lives of these cubs as amazing as possible, and they can't wait to watch them live like wild bears in a safe, caring environment!


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I'll Have Another Pulls Out Of Triple Crown
I don't know shit about horse racing. So I'm not sure what sort of shady shit can go on behind the scenes. But this has obviously gotta be some sort of horse 'roids situation, right? No fucking chance it has to do with the health of the horse or anything like that. Like 50 horses died making a few episodes of that show Luck, no chance anyone gives a shit about 1 more dead horse with the goddam Triple Crown on the line.
I guess its not surprising. I'll Have Another was like the Mark McGwire of horse racing. Just all juiced up crushing the competition out of nowhere. Everyone knew exactly what was going on but it was good for ratings and the popularity of the sport so everyone just turned a blind eye and enjoyed it. Only difference is Bud Selig was smart enough to let McGwire make history to make his sport thrive and the NY Horse Racing Association pussied out.
Or maybe none of that is true. I don't know what the fuck I'm talking about. All I know is this has gotta be a fucking MESS for bookies everywhere


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Win a Copy of Bakuman 14
Posted in Manga News on November 13, 2012 by JohannaWould you like to see for yourself how crazy the fan-turned-creator in Bakuman Book 14 is? I have an extra copy of Bakuman Book 14 to give away in my newest contest.
To enter to win, please leave a comment below telling me whether you think fans make good comic creators, and why or why not. A winner will be picked randomly from all entries on Friday, November 16.
(U.S. addresses only, please. Winners will be emailed to confirm address. If email is not answered within 24 hours or a valid email address is not provided, a replacement winner will be selected. Your email won't be used for any other purpose.)
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- Jennifu
11/13/2012 at 1:34 PMI actually love Nanamine's ideas and think that crowd-sourcing manga in particular would be great! I was somewhat surprised at Ashirogi Muto's instant opposition to this idea. At the very least, it hasn't been done yet; surely one title in Weekly Shonen Jump would have been worth it as an experiment, and its success would not necessarily mean the end of editor-curated manga.
In the end, isn't manga already highly fan-curated? In Bakuman, we see how quick a series gets the axe when the viewership isn't high enough, and Ashirogi Muto has to change a lot of creative decisions based on these numbers. A fan may lack the knowledge and professionalism of, say, a long-time editor, but as long as they aren't self-righteous jerks like Nanamine, those elements can be taught; passion cannot.
Sure, wasn't Joss Whedon a huge comics, or at least X-Men fan when he was a youth and now look at some of the comics he's done, a popular run on Astonishing X-Men. I'm fairly certain most creators these days were once fans, whatever level of obsession they had.
Fans make good comic creators because most creators started as fans themselves by getting inspiration from somebody else's work. However not all fans have the resources to successfully convert.
Depends if it's somebody who really loves the medium an has inventive ideas than yes but if it's just an person who thinks they can do a better job than the pros and have delusions of grnadure than no. But ultmitely I feel to really get involved in it you'd have to be a fan to begin with in some sense.
- Kris Larsen
11/15/2012 at 5:22 PMIf they have the requisite skills then of course they can be good comic book creators. I love some of the fan-produced "Brony" work and think some of it is just as good as the real thing.
- Bryan
11/15/2012 at 5:53 PMI'm inclined to believe that, generally, fans aren't very capable of become accomplished authors. What readers learn better than anyone else is how to read, not how to write. Looking at the situation as if consuming and producing are the same thing is missing the point.
I don't doubt that there are different types of authors out there, and many of them were certainly self-proclaimed fans at one point, but if you asked nine out of ten diners at a fancy restaurant to turn around and cook, they'd be unable to match that level of production. The talent and discipline required have nothing to do with one's personal hobbies – which is how most fans treat the industry, as a hobby.
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For Immediate Release June 15, 2009 Contact: Kathryn Freeman, (512) 463-0126
"I am pleased that the Governor chose to sign House Joint Resolution (HJR) 14 in San Antonio, in front of the Alamo, there is no stronger symbol of Texas' centuries long commitment to the rights of private property owners."
HJR 14 will allow Texans to vote on a constitutional amendment that would strengthen land owners rights. The amendment, which will be voted on in November 2009, will enhance the private property protections established in Senate Bill (SB) 7, which prohibits government acquisition of land for non-public purposes, such as commercial economic development or private use.
"I am proud to have been a part of a team of legislators that worked diligently with all interested parties to craft an eminent domain bill that strengthens landowner protections but still provides municipalities with the ability to modernize their communities."


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Mammals are probably of greatest interest to most Smoky Mountain park visitors. Within the park there are now about 50 species of mammals, including 24 kinds of rodents.
This park resident is the largest and most popular with visitors. Under normal conditions, a bear's appetite for almost anything guarantees it adequate food. An average adult weighs 200-300 pounds and spends much of its time seeking wild fruits, nuts, insects, and small animals. In winter, bears den up in trees, caves, or wherever they can find shelter. Healthy, mature sows usually give birth to one or two cubs during the winter.
Feeding or getting too close to these wild animals is unhealthy for bears and unsafe for people. Bears that lose their fear of people are vulnerable to poaching and bears that ''panhandle'' along roads are sometimes hit by cars. People are occasionally injured by bears seeking food. [Black Bears]
Before establishment of the national park in the 1930s, there were far fewer deer in the Smokies than today. Hunting with dogs, mountain people greatly depleted the deer population. Today, deer are so numerous in Cades Cove (where they find open fields with plenty of tender plant shoots) that herds of them can often be seen at dawn and dusk.
Deer prefer deciduous woodlands with occasional clearings. Except when they are seeking shelter in winter they are seldom found in conifer forest. During the day these animals stay relatively quiet, but from dusk until dawn they move about seeking food. Fawns --often two -- are born in late spring.
Elk can be viewed most frequently in North Carolina just outside Cherokee and in the Cataloochee Valley.
The experimental release of elk into Great Smoky Mountains National Park began in February, 2001 with the importation of 25 elk from the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area along the Tennessee-Kentucky border. In 2002, the park imported another 27 animals. All elk are radio collared and will be monitored during the five-year experimental phase of the project.
Bison, American elk (wapiti), and wolves once ranged the park area. The bison were killed by the late 1700s, the elk by the 1840s, and the wolves by around 1900. [Elk]
Mountain lion (cougar)
Predators have been hunted so relentlessly in most parts of the world that their presence has come to be identified with that of true wilderness. For those who love the wild, forested reaches of the Appalachians, it is a long hoped-for-reaffirmation of wilderness that mountain lions may be present in these ranges.
Sporadic reports of sightings of mountain lions in the park are being followed up by investigations. Attaining weights of 200 pounds and lengths of eight feet (including their long tails) these large, fawn-colored or gray predators are unlike any other animals in the park. But until hard proof is obtained, their presence must be categorized as questionable.
(I have personally seen mountain lions and jaguars in the National Park late at night. - J. Payne, web site publisher)
Bobcats, red foxes and gray foxes, weasels, and mink are all predators. At dusk bobcats and foxes are sometimes seen along roads. Bobcats are carnivorous, preying on mice, birds, squirrels, woodchucks, and occasionally animals as large as deer, though the small size of these cats (under 25 pounds) usually restricts them to small prey. Bobcats have short tails.
Red foxes and gray foxes are omnivorous. Both species are common in the park, but gray foxes are more numerous. Of the two, red foxes are slightly larger (12 pounds compared with an average 9 pounds for gray foxes). Weasels and mink are about squirrel-size predators, generally brownish in color, and occur throughout the park.


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Just wonderred if anyone can help as the garages round here cant seem to find out whats wrong!
Problem is every now and again the car refuses to start - starter turns teh engine ok but no spark at the ignition. If its left for an hour or so then sometimes it will start. If its given a tow start then off it goes! A jump start doesnt make any difference so I dont think its lack of charge in the battery.
The garage has disabled the alarm system, replaced the cankcase sensor and fitted a replacement ignition control unit.
And still it does it!!
HELP!! please.