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Cover Girl • Lash Perfection Volumizing Mascara [DISCONTINUED] • Mascara
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TheHipsterlicious on 3/18/2014 8:50:00 AM more reviews by TheHipsterlicious
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm Hair: Red Eyes: Brown
This is a great middle-of-the-road products for everyday use. It works well, but you aren't going to get those 'falsies' lashes with it. I have been pleasantly surprised by how much I've enjoyed wearing this. I didn't get the waterproof, but it lasts very well anyway. I like it. (Also the little thing wand is my favorite type and works great for lower lashes)
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*TOP REVIEWER* alyssa18o6 on 2/16/2014 11:56:00 AM more reviews by alyssa18o6
Age: 25-29 Skin: Acne-prone, Medium Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
I was in need of a new mascara after trying out the Bombsell, also by Cover Girl. I was looking in the Cover Girl section and saw this, and it was on clearance for under $3. So of course I picked it up.
I had never tried it before, and had heard on YouTube some good things about it. This hands down has become my favorite mascara. It does a great job of seperating, and giving your lashes a ton of volume without making them clumpy. It's more of a "natural volume" if that makes sense? It doesn't irritate my eyes, and is easy to remove. Everything I could want from a mascara. In my opinion Cover Girl is definitely one of the best when it comes to drugstore mascaras.
However, i'm really hoping since I found it on clearance at Target that it is not being discontinused, because I will be devestated.
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labellevie on 2/7/2014 3:54:00 PM more reviews by labellevie
Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Warm Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium Eyes: Brown
I've already repurchased this twice. It is THE best mascara I've ever used. I bought this after seeing ciaobellaxo on YouTube rave about it.
This mascara does everything it should. Lengthens, volumizes and separates. It does not flake and lasts all day! It has a plastic brush, whichs some people don't like, but I find them to be the best for lenghtening and getting every lash. I layer this with L'oreal voluminous original which gives it a little extra volume and it's one of those parts of my routine that I can always count on to look great, no matter what.
I should also mention I have very sensitive eyes and some mascaras irritate, but this doesn't bother my eyes at all.
For about $6 at the drugstore you can't go wrong with this.
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kathyscrapper on 1/23/2014 5:31:00 PM more reviews by kathyscrapper
Age: 56 & Over Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium Hair: Brown Eyes: Brown
First bought this mascara at the Air Force Exchange when my usual CG Professional Remarkable was unavailable. I especially liked the bristle brush on that mascara and was leery about trying a wand with plastic bristles. I found that the plastic brush did a really good job of evenly coating the product. It is true with use, it thickens up abit, but that actually is an advantage until that certain point of no return when its time to toss. I am so cheap, sometimes I add a bit of water to thin it. But what I like best about this mascara is that once it is on, I pretty much forget about it. I have oily skin and it does not smudge; stays put all day and comes off easily. It is not waterproof, but it doesn't run down in black puddles either when my eyes tear. For the most excellent price, plus a Proctor-Gamble coupon this mascara can't be beat. But I fear that it is being discontinued as I see it has been going on clearance and not carried at my Wal-Mart. RiteAide had it at $7.19. I bought the last tube at Bed Bath & Beyond for $4.43 on 12.22.14.
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*TOP REVIEWER* nata779 on 1/23/2014 4:19:00 PM more reviews by nata779
Age: 36-43 Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm Hair: Blond Eyes: Blue
For the brand and the price it's really good mascara. I am surprisingly pleased.Will keep the tube as my back-up mascara.
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strangelove_addiction on 1/15/2014 4:45:00 PM more reviews by strangelove_addiction
Age: 30-35 Skin: Sensitive, Fair-Medium Hair: Black Eyes: Brown
Picked this up after Cover Girl discontinued my favourite Lash Blast Length (purple tube) and Lash Blast Volume (red tube). Same kind of rubbery brush, similar formula. This mascara is definitely not an extreme volume and length, fake lashes kind of mascara, but is great for an everyday, "clean looking", natural lash. Stays put, holds a curl, easy to remove, and doesn't create raccoon eyes even around my oily eyelid area. Would repurchase as a basic mascara.
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humc on 1/13/2014 5:12:00 PM more reviews by humc
Age: 19-24 Skin: Very Oily, Fair Hair: Brunette, Wavy Eyes: Hazel
wow. this mascara far exceeded my expectations and has now become my favorite everyday mascara. if you love long, dramatic and voluminous lashes, then this is definitely for you!
I don't wear any other eye makeup aside from mascara, so I really want my lashes to look as long and voluminous as possible without appearing clumpy and too caked-on. Before trying this mascara, I had been using the L'oreal voluminous mascara in carbon black. I decided to give this Cover Girl mascara a try because of the great reviews- and I'm so glad that I did!
The mascara is a simple faded black design- nothing too special. The wand is made of that rubbery material (I usually do not like these kinds of wands because they don't apply well to my lashes, but this was not the case).
When I applied this mascara for the first time, I was completely amazed at my results. The wand does a great job at distributing product on every lash while combing through to ensure each lash does not stick together (I do make sure to wiggle the wand at the base of my lashes and all the way up to help with this). My lashes also looked so nice and long as well as more voluminous.
I am so happy with this mascara and I definitely recommend giving it a try!! :)
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samsaysmeow on 1/9/2014 3:22:00 PM more reviews by samsaysmeow
Age: 19-24 Skin: Dry, Olive Hair: Brunette, Curly, Medium Eyes: Hazel
This is currently my HG mascara! After Almay discontinued their i-color mascara, which was the only mascara that looked good and stayed on all day without smearing all down my eyes, I was on the hunt for something that would do the same. For some reason, my eyes are super picky about mascara. Even the most popular brands smear underneath my eyes through out the day. And because I go through mascara so quick (I have short, blond lashes), I wanted something relatively cheap. After reading a few good reviews I decided to give this a shot and have been using it for about a year now! It goes on pretty natural looking, with just one coat giving my little lashes length and volume, but I can easily apply a lot more if I want a more dramatic look, and I rarely have issues of clumping. There are only a few cons, such as the pokey wand, be careful because they look like little spikes and hurts if you have shakey hands like me and hit your eye! Also, as other reviewers have said the content in the bottle does dry out quick, so it goes faster and you have to buy more often. Though it's very cheap so it's not a big deal. Also, this mascara tends to smear slightly on the out corners of my eye and right underneath my bottom lashes by the end of the day. Not dramatically, so it's easily fixed. Overall I love this mascara and will continue to use it unless something better comes along.
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lexeelayne on 1/3/2014 10:24:00 PM more reviews by lexeelayne
Age: 18 & Under Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm Hair: Blond, Relaxed, Coarse Eyes: Blue
was OBSESSED with this mascara when I first got it. The formula and brush was great. But it dried out pretty fast that's the only downside.
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bluna11 on 12/7/2013 4:24:00 PM more reviews by bluna11
Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Olive Hair: Brunette Eyes: Black
Great mascara at first. Adds volume without much effort. Does dry out the more you use it though that's the only bad part. Would keep buying.
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Rick Ross - 100 Black Coffins (Prod. By Jamie Foxx)
100 Black Coffins Rick Ross Produced by Jamie Foxx
We heard about this song when the tracklist dropped the other day for the soundtrack of Quentin Tarantino's "Django Unchained," and today the full audio drops for "100 Black Coffins." The movie is in theatres December 25th.
Bump 100 Black Coffins (Prod. Jamie Foxx), the latest cut from Rick Ross. It was released on Friday, November 30th, 2012. Things are improving for Rick Ross with each new offering, and 100 Black Coffins (Prod. Jamie Foxx) is certainly no exception. It's a worthy addition to the Rick Ross's catalogue, which has seen much evolution as of late. We're definitely anticipating the next step.
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"I need 100 black covers for a hundred bad men
100 black graves so I can lay they ass in
I need 100 black preachers with a black sermon to tell
From 100 black bibles while we send them all to Hell
I need 100 black coffins, black coffins, black coffins
Oh lord, I need 100 black coffins, black coffins, oh lord, black coffins
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I seen a hundred niggas die"

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Johnny Winter Plays Culture Room on October 9
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After spending every night since Monday (Jul 29th) trying to register my own modem with Comcast, I was told last night (Aug 2nd) that my building was not in fact wired for Comcast but for RCN. I spoke to at least 10 different reps before I was given that answer. I am not paying for services that I do not have.
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CGA gets revenue boost in 2009-10
PUBLISHED: 16 Sep 2010 09:54:34 | UPDATED: 16 Sep 2010 09:54:34PRINT EDITION: 16 Sep 2010
The ramp up in production at its principal gold mine and stronger prices have helped CGA Mining Ltd report sharply higher revenues in 2010.
In preliminary results for the year ended June 30, the company said a maiden operating profit at its Masbate gold project in the Philippines helped make the year a successful one.
Total revenue for CGA was $US158 million, up from $US2.3 million a year earlier, with cashflow from Masbate before taxes at $US75.2 million.
"The financial position of CGA at year end reflected a material improvement from 2009, with a significant increase in cash whilst in the same period achieving a material reduction in debt," CGA said.
The company had earlier announced increasing production at Masbate, which milled 4.5 million tonnes of ore in 2009/10, at an average grade of 1.26 grams per tonne of gold.
The average realised price of gold in fiscal 2010 was $US1052 per ounce, up from $US934 per ounce in the previous 12 months.
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David Beckham welcome at Everton, says boss David Moyes
David Moyes has opened the door to a return to English football for David Beckham by admitting he would welcome the chance to sign him on loan in the new year. The Everton manager has asked about taking Landon Donovan on loan for a second time but made it clear he would be just as interested in a move for the America midfielder's LA Galaxy team-mate and former Manchester United midfielder. Bend it like Beckham: Everton are keen to take on the LA Galaxy star 'I hope that if David wanted to come, he would pick up the phone and call me,' said Moyes. 'I worked with David at Preston and if he wanted to come back to the Premier League, he would only need to phone me or Phil Neville. New blood: David Moyes is looking for reinforcements in the January transfer window 'If he wanted to come to Everton, we would be here for him. If he said he would like to come, I would have to go to the chairman and ask if we could do it. 'I'd ask if we could make it work by selling enough shirts.' Everton agree extension to shirt deal with Chang that could net club £12mTop bosses turn on Capello: Moyes joins protests over England manager Explore more:People: David Beckham, Phil Neville, David Moyes Places: America
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Firstly let's find out what is AirDroid app, it's an Android application that make you able to manage / control your Android based device through your computer's web browser. You can send and receive message from your PC, or if you lost your phone you can locate it or lock it! Or delete all data remotely. And move the file such as photo, video, music without USB cable, or transferring data from Android to computer without cable, etc.
Now let's start the instructions.
How to use the AirDroid app!
Step 1. Download AirDroid.
Step 2. Now launch the app, then an interface like this will appear on your phone's screen.
Step 3. Now connect it by going to its official website: http://web.airdroid.com and enter your password.
You will find two connection modes available to choose, which are.
- The simple : It gives high speed but with less secure. Use this mode in the familiar environments like home, office, garden's home, etc.
- Extra-safe : Using https, a bit slower. But it's recommended if you are in the airport, cafee etc.
Step 4: Once you choose one of the modes, you will be get into your AirDroid desktop.
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Healthcare in the Coulee Region at the UW-La Crosse Campus
Health Science Center, 1300 Badger Street, Suite 3065. Learn about cutting edge technology and programs that prepare future healthcare professional in Western Wisconsin. The event will take place Thursday, November 13 with a 5:30 p.m. cash bar and hors d'oeuvres social; 6 p.m. welcome and tours/exhibits. Cost is $10 per person. RSVP to the UW-Green Bay Alumni Office by Thursday, November 6 firstname.lastname@example.com, or (920) 465-2586 Visa and Mastercard accepted.
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- Mycophyte – antibiotics extracted from natural plants
- Biomechanics Lab – research work with women that tear knee ligaments
- Institute for Biomolecular Sciences research programs
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- Wide receiver Leonard Hankerson (hip) went through positional drills and appeared to move with ease as he ran routes and caught passes. He didn't take part in any team drills, however.
- Defensive end Stephen Bowen (knee) worked on the side during practices the last two weeks, but went through positional drills Thursday.
- Defensive end Adam Carriker was an observer again, nursing blisters on his heels. Running backs Roy Helu and Evan Royster and linebacker Perry Riley did work on the side with trainers off and on, and didn't go through team drills.
- Guard Kory Lichtensteiger and running back Tim Hightower have yet to be cleared to practice as they recover from ACL surgeries.
- Niles Paul bulked up to play tight end, but still has his speed. He fired off the line and was picked up by cornerback Richard Crawford, but beat the defensive back up the sideline for a catch from Rex Grossman.
- Kickers Graham Gano and Neil Rackers both went 8-for-8 on field goal attempts.
- Cornerback Josh Wilson was the lone player not in attendance for Thursday's workout, which was voluntary.
- Robert Griffin III and London Fletcher have lockers next to one another, and Griffin has taken the occasional playful jab at the linebacker during media sessions. On Thursday, Fletcher got to Griffin and tagged him just before the quarterback ran out of bounds on a roll-out keeper. Cornerback DeAngelo Hall let out a loud cheer, clapped and said, "Show him that 4.3 speed, Fletch! Show him that 4.3 speed!"
- Griffin closed out practice by completing four of six passes while running the one-minute drill. He completed the first four, then had the fifth broken up in the end zone. On the sixth, with seven seconds left, Griffin backpedaled around the 35-yard line to avoid linebacker Ryan Kerrigan and was intercepted. Darrel Young batted the pass into the air, and Pierre Garcon tried tipping it up while falling out of bounds. Hall intercepted it.
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Nikka Pure Malt Red Reviews
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Tasting Notes by Dr Whisky
Bright and fruity. Candied peanuts. Tahini. Peaches and cream. "Still, trapped air, like going into a tent, or a cottage or shack that has been locked up for a few seasons." Time allows some herbaceous (grass, parsley) elements to emerge and water softens the brightness and brings out a touch of peat, roasted aubergine/eggplant or soil. "Becomes outdoorsy"
Again, bright and fruity, butterscotch. Sugary black tea. Fresh and lively. Fills out with some earth and peat, but remains confection-ary. Slightly smoky in the toastiness at the end. Water really exaggerates the earthiness and it becomes a surprisingly chewy whisky.
Perfectly clean, fresh, summery malt. I loved the oscillation between candied orange and earthy smokiness. Wholly unique, but to offer some points of reference, Kristin finds it comparable with a features of Bell's blended whisky while I find it shares features with Rosebank, unpeated BenRiach and young Talisker. Love the packaging, too.
"Spirity. Woody. Sweet. That's about it. Blend-ish. Did they pour caramel into this?"
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By Jim Metropulos, Senior Advocate, Sierra Club California
Sierra Club opposes Proposition 10, The California Renewable Energy and Clean Alternative Fuel Act, because it would put California on the wrong road to cleaner vehicles.
Proposition 10 would provide $5 billion in general obligation bonds for four main purposes:
1. alternative fuel vehicles rebates and research ($3.425 billion),
2. renewable energy ($1.25 billion),
3. renewable energy demonstration ($200 million), and
4. "clean tech" education and training ($125 million). The primary funder of the initiative is Clean Energy Fuels Corp., which, according to its website, is the largest provider of natural gas for transportation in North America and also builds and operates natural gas fueling stations.
Prop. 10's backer would benefit financially from its passage, because the main thrust of the measure is to provide close to $3 billion dollars in bond funds to be distributed as rebates to buyers of "clean alternative fuel vehicles."
The measure has several drawbacks. First, the initiative sets a low bar for "clean alternative vehicles," which it says must produce "no net material increase in air pollution" relative to gasoline or diesel. Vehicles that meet this standard would do little, if anything, to reduce air pollution or greenhouse gas emissions.
Second, the State already provides significant incentives for natural gas and alternative-fuel vehicles, including a $200 million clean fuels program paid for by fees.
Third, we question the use of bond funds for rebates. Traditionally, bond funds pay for large public works projects that would normally be too expensive for the state to afford. Proposition 10 doesn't set up a system to pay back the state's big borrowing; instead it relies on future state tax collections.
Fourth, we worry that Proposition 10 could lead to the creation of environmentally-harmful dams, as it includes all classes of hydroelectric power as renewable energy. This conflicts with existing state law that generally limits the "renewable" designation to smaller hydroelectric installations and to facilities that don't impound additional water. Defining dams as "renewable" could also create confusion in utilities' attempts to comply with the California Renewable Portfolio Standard law.
Prop. 10's promise of more clean alternative vehicles sounds good on its surface. However, the initiative would accomplish little to facilitate real, sound alternative energy or technologies, and its reliance on long-term borrowing for short-term benefits and potentially obsolete technology would put us on the wrong road.
Joining Sierra Club in opposing Proposition 10 are the League of Women Voters, California Nurses Association, California Federation of Teachers, Consumer Federation of California, Consumer Watchdog, the Utility Reform Network, and California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO.


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Doubling down: Altec's Octiv Duo
If you're looking for a compact, affordable speaker for your bedside table that charges two iPhones or iPods simultaneously, the Octiv Duo is well-designed and offers reasonably good sound for the money.
Earlier this year we reviewed the Altec Lansing
As with the Octiv Mini, Altec keeps things simple. After all, why build in a bunch of extras like an LCD for the clock, an AM/FM radio, or fancy alarm systems when they're all basically redundant to the impressive built-in capabilities of the iPhone or iPod Touch? Instead, like iHome, Altec Lansing focused on designing custom apps that enhance the usability of the speaker dock.
When you first plug in your iPhone or iPod Touch, it will prompt you to install not one but two free apps: Alarm Rock and Music Mix. Alas, once installed, the apps won't automatically launch when you dock your device; that's an Apple issue.
Since we last saw the Alarm Rock app, Altec has improved it a bit. In addition to snooze and sleep modes, you still get the capability to set alarms only on certain days so you could, for example, have a weekend alarm and a weekday alarm; you can set the alarm to go off on individual days as well, such as Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. There are also a handful of themes to customize the clock's appearance. You could, alternately, use any other clock or alarm apps you'd prefer.


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By MIKE HUGHES
Special to The Hays Daily News
HAYS, KS (April 6)--Nearly 160 race teams returned to RPM Speedway in Hays, KS, for the second night of the Sunflower Classic on Saturday evening, April 6, and three drivers made a return appearance to victory lane.
Four different drivers led the 12-lap DK Ranch IMCA Sport Compact feature, but it was Daniel Dembowski of Grand Island, NE, passing Dean Herzog on lap 8 to hold on and win his second feature in a row. Dean Herzog held off Art Herzog for the runner-up spot, followed by Brandon Lobdell and Michael Smith.
The second driver to win back-to-back was hometown driver Cody 'Bam Bam' Graham in the Rebel Tank Service IMCA Hobby Stock A-main. Russ Specht of Hastings, NE, led the first 10 laps when a caution came out for a stalled G.W. Fuller. On the restart, 3 cars got together on the backstretch, which sent Iowa's Jeff Fusselman for a rollover. He was okay but done for the night. After the restart, Graham passed Specht on lap 12 and held off Iowa's Kurt Hansen for a trip back to victory lane. Austin Tammen finished third, followed by 'The Wild Child' Garrett Hager and Specht.
Andy Barton led the opening lap of the 20-lap Golden Plains Trucking IMCA Northern Sport Mod main event, but was passed on lap 2 by Cory Struckhoff. Struckhoff led until lap 8 when 'The Frye Man' Tyler Frye took a lead he would not relinquish and scored his second win in as many nights. Struckhoff was second, trailed by Austin Carter, Blaine Walt and Clay Money.
Polesitter Terry Cunningham led the opening lap in the Advantage Glass Plus 25-lap IMCA Stock Car feature. Then after a caution on lap 2, Casey Woken passed Cunningham on the restart and held the top spot for a couple of laps. But on lap 4, Mike Nichols of Harlan, IA, who broke a transmission the night before, took the point and held on for the rest of the race which went caution free the remaining distance. The hard charger was Justin Temeyer of Independence, IA, who had to run a B-feature to make the main event. Temeyer started 21st and finished second, with Perry Misner, Geoff Jermark and Jason Rogers rounding out the top five in the Dirt Track Central Great Plains Series event.
The final race of the night was the S & W Supply 25-lap IMCA Modified A-feature, paying $1,000 to win. Jeremy Frenier of Fort Morgan, CO, took advantage of his pole starting position and jumped out to the lead, trying to capture the winner's check for the second night in a row. Eddie Belec stayed close to Frenier and the top duo caught up to traffic on lap 15. Frenier was able to keep a couple of cars between himself and Belec when a caution waved on lap 23 for a multi-car tangle. Frenier lined up on the point on the restart, with Belec and Jesse Sobbing, last year's northern sport mod national champion, right behind. When the green flag returned, Sobbing, of Glenwood, IA, shot to the front and was first to the checkers. Frenier held off Belec for second, with Jeremy Zorn fourth and 'Dynamite' Dylan Sherfick fifth.
Racing returns to RPM Speedway on Saturday evening, April 20. Race time is 7:00 p.m.
IMCA Modifieds
B-Feature #1 (top 4 advance): 1. Travis Sherfick, 2. David Murray Jr., 3. Marty Clark, 4. Greg Gustus, 5. Jason Schoenberger, 6. Brian Calhoon, 7. Mike Lunow, 8. Barry Maupin, 9. John Burrows Jr., 10. Grant Florence, 11. Chris Bragg (DNF), 12. John Fose (DNF).
B-Feature #2 (top 4 advance): 1. Rob Day, 2. Ryan Heger, 3. Randy Wilson, 4. Danny Concelman, 5. Bill Albin, 6. John Fabrizius, 7. Charles Stryker, 8. Matt Henke, 9. Taos Leighton (DNF), 10. Chadd Brown (DNF), 11. Brad Keller (DNF), 12. Danny Keller (DNF).
B-Feature #3 (top 4 advance): 1. Corey Lagroon, 2. Cody Gearhart, 3. Dylan Sherfick, 4. Mike Petersilie, 5. Troy Plummer, 6. Brady Coen, 7. Craig Colgin, 8. Tyler Iverson, 9. Jason Nelssen, 10. Scott Brown, 11. Tyler Wilson, 12. Kale Beavers (DNS).
A-Feature: 1. Jesse Sobbing, 2. Jeremy Frenier, 3. Eddie Belec, 4. Jeremy Zorn, 5. Dylan Sherfick, 6. Rodger Peck, 7. Joe Cleveland, 8. Cody Gearhart, 9. David Murray Jr., 10. Shannon Maughlin, 11. Travis Sherfick, 12. Ryan Heger, 13. Tim Watts, 14. Charley Brown, 15. Mike Petersilie, 16. Danny Concelman, 17. Rob Day, 18. Greg Gustus, 19. Nate Moore, 20. Kyle Rohleder, 21. Corey Lagroon (DNF), 22. Corey Burch (DNF), 23. Marty Clark (DNF), 24. Randy Wilson (DNF).
IMCA Stock Cars
B-Feature #1 (top 4 advance): 1. Lance Borgman, 2. Jeff Tubbs, 3. Justin Temeyer, 4. Michael Pepper, 5. Billy Phelps, 6. Tyrel Smith, 7. Josh Crombie, 8. Cody Zimmerman, 9. Bob Rutherford, 10. Cody Williams, 11. Eric Kinderknecht (DNS).
B-Feature #2 (top 4 advance): 1. Bruce Plumisto, 2. Michael Meyer, 3. Barrett Wagoner, 4. Pat Bedore, 5. Tony Steenson, 6. Keith Riley, 7. Justin Lewis, 8. Ozzie Romero, 9. Dalton Bauer (DNF), 10. Jed Williams (DNF), 11. Jason McCartney (DNF).
A-Feature: 1. Mike Nichols, 2. Justin Temeyer, 3. Perry Misner, 4. Geoff Jermark, 5. Jason Rogers, 6. Casey Woken, 7. Lance Borgman, 8. Jerry Phillips, 9. Jeff Tubbs, 10. Jesse Taylor, 11. Jeff Joldersma, 12. Barrett Wagoner, 13. Nick Tubbs, 14. Michael Pepper, 15. Scot Granzella, 16. Dan Walker, 17. Tyler Tipton, 18. Kyle Clough, 19. Pat Bedore, 20. Terry Cunningham (DNF), 21. Jason Davis (DNF), 22. Michael Meyer (DNF), 23. Bruce Plumisto (DNF), 24. Luke Pfannenstiel (DNF).
IMCA Northern Sport Mods
B-Feature #1 (top 4 advance): 1. Austin Walker, 2. Terry Blessing, 3. Jerrod Couse, 4. Tyler Watts, 5. Brian Williams, 6. Jeremy Couse, 7. Phillip Goering (DNF), 8. Jake Krone (DNS).
B-Feature #2 (top 4 advance): 1. Clay Money, 2. Austin Carter, 3. Ryan Moser, 4. Joe Couse, 5. Jeremy Sigler, 6. Ryan Stevenson, 7. Cory Monsell, 8. C.J. Pfannenstiel (DNF), 9. Mark Axelson (DNS).
A-Feature: 1. Tyler Frye, 2. Cory Struckhoff, 3. Austin Carter, 4. Blaine Walt, 5. Clay Money, 6. Clay Sellard, 7. Josh Appel, 8. Kurtin Pihl, 9. Bart Baker, 10. Kaid Calhoon, 11. Joe Couse, 12. Brendon Damon, 13. Ryan Moser, 14. Jeremy Couse, 15. Austin Walker (DNF), 16. Terry Blessing (DNF), 17. Mike Appel (DNF), 18. Andy Barton (DNF), 19. Dustin Daniels (DNF), 20. Brian Williams (DNF), 21. Tyler Watts (DNF), 22. Jerrod Couse (DNF), 23. Jeremy Sigler (DNS), 24. Ryan Stevenson (DNS).
IMCA Hobby Stocks
B-Feature (top 8 advance): 1. Aaron Gray, 2. Austin Tammen, 3. Eric Ross, 4. W.D. Matteson, 5. Leon Pfannenstiel, 6. Jason McIntyre, 7. Colton Pfeifer, 8. Josh Hrabe, 9. Donnie Werth, 10. Wayne Robben, 11. Trevor Schmidt, 12. Lucas Louder.
A-Feature: 1. Cody Graham, 2. Kurt Hansen, 3. Austin Tammen, 4. Garrett Hager, 5. Russ Specht, 6. Ron Wehling, 7. Aaron Gray, 8. Tommy Fose, 9. G.W. Fuller, 10. Daniel Irwin, 11. Eric Ross, 12. Leon Pfannenstiel, 13. Colton Pfeifer, 14. Jason McIntyre, 15. Brian Stich (DNF), 16. Jeromy Wagner (DNF), 17. Jason Fusselman (DNF), 18. Dillon Thompson (DNF), 19. W.D. Matteson (DNF), 20. Josh Hrabe (DNS).
IMCA Sport Compacts
A-Feature: 1. Daniel Dembowski, 2. Dean Herzog, 3. Art Herzog, 4. Brandon Lobdell, 5. Michael Smith, 6. Kirk Pfannenstiel, 7. Vincent Jasper, 8. Jarrett Pfannentstiel, 9. Tanner Chapin, 10. Shyla Hughes, 11. Madison Reed, 12. Kiowa Higdon, 13. Justin Rohr (DNF), 14. Andrew Solderlund (DNF), 15. Ed Jasper (DNF), 16. Tristen Barton (DNF), 17. Zach Olmstead (DNS).
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Jon Bon Jovi
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JBJ called out Sambora, as well as Tico Torres and David Bryan, when he passed the challenge along.
Jon Bon Jovi Says He Plans to Keep the Bills in Buffalo
Good news for Buffalo Bills fans: Jon Bon Jovi plans to keep the New York football team right where they are.
Jon Bon Jovi Rumored to Be Considering Buying Buffalo Bills, Moving Team to Toronto — and Robert Duffy Isn't Happy
An investment group that includes Jon Bon Jovi is looking to buy the NFL team the Buffalo Bills, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Jon Bon Jovi Wants to Buy the Buffalo Bills
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New Push To Ban Distracted Driving In Texas
Everybody knows that texting while driving is dangerous. Now, there is a new statewide push to get people to put the phone down while sitting behind the wheel.
State Lawmakers Consider Distracted Driving Ban
The House Transportation Committee will hear testimony on Tuesday from people who lost relatives to traffic accidents that involved distracted driving.
Students Get Firsthand Look At Distracted Driving Dangers
Watching through special goggles attached to a high-tech simulator, high school senior Tyera Breeze had what would be an important experience. "This is life-changing," she said.
AT&T Aims To Curb Texting & Driving
AT&T is leading a nationwide push to stop the deadly habit of texting while driving. The company hopes to spread one key message to drivers tempted by their phones: it can wait.
Event Educates DFW Teens On Distracted Driving
Hundreds of teenagers are expected to gather Saturday at Stonebriar Centre Mall in Frisco, in the hopes of winning a car and a $100,000 grant for their school.
TxDOT Signs To Regularly Display Traffic Death Numbers
The Texas Department of Transportation is hoping that a sobering new message on highway digital message boards will help save lives in the state. The advisory flashing on the boards lets drivers know that 1,785 people have died on Texas roads this year.
Wireless Provider Starts "Never Text & Drive" Campaign
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July 4 Is The Deadliest Day For Teen Drivers
July 4 is one of the worst days for traffic fatalities for all drivers. For teen drivers, it's the single most deadliest day.
States Urged To Enact 'Distracted Driving' Laws
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Is Texting Ruining The Art Of Conversation?
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Demonstration Shows Texting & Driving Danger
The summertime can be dangerous for teen drivers, and distracted driving is often to blame. But one North Texas school is using a simulator to show teens that "it can wait."
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The Capitals' Matt Cooke slams the Penguins' Sidney Crosby into the boards during their game in Washington. Pittsburgh won 4-2 with Crosby scoring his first two goals since returning last week from an ankle injury that caused him to miss 21 games.
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International Dolls Await Discovery |
Ripley, Ohio, is best known for its historic role in the Underground Railroad. Each year, thousands of visitors climb the steep steps to the Rankin House State Memorial, which gave safe harbor to slaves crossing the Ohio River from the south and to freedom. Visitors also have found the Kinkead Ridge Winery, an estate winery with a rich spread of 5,000 vines growing fruit for its internationally recognized wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Viognier/Roussanne. The Ohio Tobacco Museum draws its share of visitors who come to learn the story of Ripley's unique agricultural history and the impact of tobacco—a huge crop and one Thomas Jefferson himself grew—including its role in farming during the Civil War era. Further down the list of things to see and do is the Eliese Stivers Doll Collection housed in the Children's Room of the Ripley Museum. It should be moved up a few notches on any doll lover's itinerary that includes a stop in this tiny river town founded in 1812. The 55-acre historic district, perched on the shores of the Ohio River, is a one-hour's drive from Cincinnati and about half that time by way of one of two bridges from Maysville, Ky. Two hundred-plus dolls reside at the museum, a Federal-style home dating to the 1850s whose ten rooms are stuffed with collectibles that span the late-18th century through the mid-20th century, including a Valley Gem piano manufactured in town in the 1870s. On the second floor, at the top of a gently curving staircase, are the dolls. The dolls are displayed lovingly in a room that once was the bedroom of the two daughters of the collector; this was the private residence of the Stivers family until Mrs. Stivers' death in 1974. Two years later, Miriam Stivers Zachman and her sister, Jane Stivers Dyruff, turned the property over to Ripley Heritage Inc. to be used as a museum. "She loved dolls so much and wanted others to be able to enjoy them," said Carol Stivers, Eliese's daughter-in-law, of the collection, an international celebration of type, technique, taste and trends. "Whenever someone she knew was traveling, she would ask them to bring a doll back." "Each doll was specially requested by Mrs. Stivers for her collection," noted Lee Edwards, curator of the Ripley Museum. "She gave anyone going out of the country money and instructions on what type she wanted." The collection began long before Stivers had established her international theme, though, with the childhood dolls of her daughters. "She just kept adding to the collection after they left home," Carol said. Other dolls made their way into the collection by way of members of Ripley Heritage Inc. and represent their childhoods. Edwards recounted how one member visits the museum annually just to see her circa 1930s baby doll. Dolls from Ireland, Germany, Austria, France, Holland, Sicily, the former U.S.S.R., Thailand, Canada, and South and Central America are gently tucked into glass-fronted display cabinets, which Eliese Stivers had custom-made by a local carpenter. A sub-collection of about two dozen Oriental dolls pose in a well-lit nook and reveal some of the collector's favorite pieces. The dolls were obtained through Col. Robert Stivers (a second cousin of A.J. Stivers, Eliese's husband), a career officer who was stationed in Shanghai, China, in the late 1930s. Stivers' other favorites? A trio of fur-clad Eskimo dolls. You name them, Stivers seemed to have it—cornhusk dolls, straw ladies, cloth babies and buckeye figures. Wooden puppets, dollhouse families, a choir of angels, a pianist, cotton pickers, checkers players, Spanish dancers, William Shakespeare and dolls representing characters from The Phantom of the Opera. Two dollhouses, handmade over a period of ten years, plus old-fashioned toys, storybooks and family photographs add a cozy charm to the room. Nearby, a beloved baby doll dating back to 1870 lies in her Victorian-era walnut bed, her cheeks, nose and chin nearly kissed away by her owner. "The significance of the doll collection is that it represents Mrs. Stivers' interest in collecting the rare and unusual, which is reflected today throughout the museum," said Edwards. "I believe that her collection remaining at the museum has inspired the many treasures that have come through the doors throughout these 30 years of operation." |
The winners of the 2013 Industry's Choice DOLLS Awards of Excellence (DAEs) were announced April 12 at the Debut of Dolls Banquet held at IDEX in Orlando, Fla. Each entry in this year's competition was evaluated by our panel of judges: Doll industry consultant Pat Burns, doll writer and historian Penny Herbst, Simon Farnworth of DollObservers.com, author and DOLLS contributor Stephanie Finnegan,
DOLLS editor-at-large Jill Jackson, and Modern Doll President Patsy Moyer. This year's Industry's Choice winners go on to become the nominees for the Public's Choice awards voted on by DOLLS readers. Look for photos of all the nominees, ballot, and online voting instructions in the July 2013 issue of DOLLS.
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Iola, Wis. – Jan. 9, 2013 – DOLLS magazine publisher and former editor Carie Ferg received a special VIP Award for Outstanding Achievement in the 2012 Colliii Awards. The Colliii Awards are the largest online dollmaking competition in the world.
"We wanted to present the 2012 VIP Award to Carie Ferg as a recognition of the dynamism and innovation she has brought to the doll industry over the past few years," said Colliii Awards Director James Carlsson. "The VIP Award is presented every year to a person or organisation that has made a significant contribution to the doll world. It was Colliii.com's pleasure to present this to Carie as a token of appreciation for her hard work."
Past VIP Award winners include DOLLS' Editor-at-Large Jill Jackson for her work with "Doll Reader," the Biemann family from Schildkröt dolls in Germany, and such atists as Stephanie Sullivan.
Registration for the 2013 Colliii Awards will begin in July. For more information about the competition, go to www.colliii.com/en.The winners of the 2012 ProSculpt Annual Sculpting Contest have been chosen by collectors and artists from around the world. Winners this year are from England, Italy, Japan, South America, and the United States. Photos of all the winners can be viewed at the Johnston Original Art Dolls website. The winners are:
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Just in time for Valentine's Day, Haute Doll introduces its new exclusive by Horsman Ltd., the modern-style "Heart Chair" perfect for 16-inch fashion dolls. The design was inspired by Verner Panton's 1959 full-scale contemporary chair design.
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{besps_c}0|1.jpg|Available on December 6, "Ravena, Winter Chic" is an exclusive BJD from Ruby Red Galleria and DOLLS magazine. It can only be purchased through DOLLS.|{/besps_c}
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{besps_c}0|7.jpg|The 80th Anniversary of the Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting was a special one, after the devastation of Hurricane Sandy. The 80-foot Norway spruce hailed from New Jersey! 45,000 LED lights caused it to glow so brightly!|{/besps_c}
{besps_c}0|8.jpg|Even the Christmas trees in New York are fabulously dressed from head to toe! The Swarovski star that tops the Rockefeller Center tree is brilliant.|{/besps_c}I just learned about a new BJD debuting on December 6—it's a Ruby Red Galleria exclusive for DOLLS. The creation is so spot-on in its costuming and its attitude, I swear that one of the designers must have been tailing me last month.
When my friend Cam phoned me and invited me to the annual Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting, I should have said "no." Any sane person would have, but sanity and an evening with Cam rarely go hand-in-hand. Instead, I agreed, and we headed out to Midtown Manhattan on one of the most crowded, most frantic nights of the year.
As we attempted to approach the skating rink where the enormous evergreen will reign supreme, I looked at Cam and burst out laughing.
"Isn't this how 'The Day of the Locust' ends?" I shouted to him. (That film from the 1970s is among my and Cam's favorite flicks. It stars Karen Black and Donald Sutherland, and it concludes with a horrible, free-for-all deadly crowd stampede.)
"Don't be such a Grinch," he called back. "Or should I say 'Grinchette'!"
"I'm not sure there is a female Grinch," I replied. "I know there was a Smurfette, the only blue gal around. But a Grinchette? I have to check my Seuss."
And so this intellectual discourse continued as we fought our way through the jangling and jostling crowd—and, yes, the mass of people were LITERALLY jangling as they jostled. A huge number of them had on Santa hats with bells affixed or had bells attached to their lapels or collars. They were rude but they were rhythmic!
Since our trekking was so slow, and the other gawkers had gotten their much earlier to stake out their spots, Cam and I didn't so much watch the tree lighting as watch the other folks' reactions to all of the events.
A shrill shriek would emerge from the people way ahead of us.
"What is it?" I'd ask.
"Il Vole," Cam would reply, referencing the teenage opera singers.
A cheer would erupt.
"Who is that?" I questioned.
"Chris Mann, from 'The Voice.'" Another opera singer, who is marketed as a heartthrob.
Then just a smattering of applause.
"Mayor Bloomberg," we both declared.
Since we were merely hearing the audio playback of the concert, we gazed at all the young men and women surrounding us.
"I think there is more wool here on Sixth Avenue than in all the sheep farms in Scotland," Cam proclaimed.
Looking around, I had to agree.
Guys and girls were all decked out in the "official" apparel of the season: woolen flap hats, jauntily tied scarves, and boots. Girls had on legwarmers—"Hello, Flashdancers"—and fingerless gloves. ("What's the point of that?" Cam groused. "Are we supposed to WANT our fingernails to turn blue?") We had our very own Joan & Melissa Rivers Red Carpet fashion critique.
There's a certain hip look that New Yorkers achieve—even when they are multilayering, they still come across as thin, chic, and hip. When I add scarves and sweaters and hats to my wardrobe, I look bundled up and ready to explode: envision the Michelin Tire Man, but not as perky.
When these twenty-somethings put on the extra bits of fabric, they look like they are taking a break en masse from shooting the Abercrombie & Fitch catalog. It really is quite amazing.
"I wish we could bottle their youth," Cam lamented, looking at all the rosy-cheeked kids, teens, and college students who were scrambling about.
"Yep," I agreed, "but can you imagine how much it would cost? And just how big would that bottle have to be! Better just to dream about it."
And, wouldn't you know it, just in time for Christmas . . . a doll that perfectly embodies that free-spirited New York City style has loped onto the scene.
The ball-jointed doll, which is a collaboration between DOLLS magazine and Ruby Red Galleria, is fittingly named "Ravena, Winter Chic." Limited to 100 pieces, she'll sell for 149.95. And, like all the other fashionable femmes who congregate in Manhattan, she weighs only 2 pounds, 6.9 ounces! The "Ravena" doll is bundled up and beautiful. Quite a feat, indeed!
Like her advertising copy says: A New York City native, the harsh NYC winters don't stop "Ravena, Winter Chic," a DOLLS dressed doll exclusive by Ruby Red Galleria, from exploring the city she loves. From uptown boutiques and coffee shops to downtown restaurants and theater, "Ravena, Winter Chic" bundles into her purple tights and faux-fur boots, corduroy short pants, pansy T-shirt, black motorcycle-style jacket and cozy knit hat to hit the streets in style. Even when the elements are unforgiving, "Ravena" survives and thrives in the city that never sleeps! The fully dressed 12-inch ball-jointed vinyl doll features removable wig and eyes, plus underwear and a sweet "love" tank top.
Ruby Red Galleria always has a way with its wardrobe, and "Ravena, Winter Chic" is no exception. I am sure Cam will be ordering one online. He's probably circled December 6 on his calendar. After all, if he was willing to chew "instant youth" vitamins or spray on "adolescent forever" cologne, can you imagine how happy he'll be to have a chic New Yorker to call his own?
"Exercising and eating well . . . who could be bothered," Cam knowingly observes. "I'd rather play my way to younger days."
And, yes, it can't be denied. Cam has the healthiest inner-child in town!
The fourth Pullip and Dal Doll Lovers Event (PUDDLE) drew 60 doll lovers from 10 different states and Canada to the Elk Grove Village Holiday Inn in June. This year's theme, cranes, was inspired by the sandhill cranes at the group's charity organization, the Willowbrook Wildlife Center. Six custom dolls and other items donated by sponsors like The Sleeping Elf and Denise's Dolls were raffled off at the event, raising $500 for the center.
The weekend started Friday night with dinner at Mitsuwa Japanese Mall in Arlington Heights, followed by a tea party at the hotel. PUDDLE officially kicked off at 9 a.m. Saturday, starting with an organized buy-sell-trade opportunity, and dozens of fans milled around trading and buying doll wigs, eye chips, bodies, clothing, and more.
Every attendee received a door prize, thanks to generous donations from many sponsors. Distribution of the door prizes was followed by a secret gift swap and lunch break. Afterwards, an informal Q&A-format customizing workshop answered questions for many fans new to the hobby, followed by a display of fully customized and modified dolls entered in the customization contest. Winners of an online photo/art contest which was held and judged before the event were announced along with the customization contest winners. The photo and art entries can be seen at www.puddlestyle.com/photoart.html.
Many fans continued the fun over dinner in the hotel restaurant and in the hotel lobby until the wee hours. Krista Farmer, who traveled from Toronto for the event, said "It was a crazy cool day." Although the event officially ended Saturday night, 11 fans stayed for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Willowbrook Wildlife Center Sunday. — Jane Easterly
For information on PUDDLE 2012, visit www.puddlestyle.com.read moreAttendees at the third annual R. John Wright Convention enjoyed the festivities of several major holidays coupled with outstanding dolls, all rolled into four fun-filled days! R. John and Susan Wright chose "Celebrations!" as the theme for their 2011 event held at the historic Desmond Hotel in Albany, N.Y., which was co-chaired by Loretta Nardone and Lillian Wright.
The convention opened with St. Patrick's Day reception Wednesday evening, where everyone laid claim to being a wee bit Irish while enjoying a scrumptious dessert buffet. The sales room opened immediately after this kick-off event, with conventioneers hoping the "luck of the Irish" would help them find that perfect doll or dolls.
Thursday began early with the Easter Morning Breakfast; those attending this ticketed event didn't have to search for large, beautifully decorated baskets serving as table centerpieces. They were filled with molded felt eggs in pastel colors. At the end of the breakfast, the eggs were distributed and the happy new owners opened them to find "Peep," a 3-inch yellow mohair chick as their event souvenir. His companion, "Posey," was available for sale. After breakfast the special and competitive exhibits opened, along with the helper room. This year's special exhibit, arranged by John and Susan Wright's daughter Emily, was titled "Happy Holidays" and showcased R. John Wright dolls and animal characters and the traditional holidays that inspired them.
That afternoon, attendees boarded buses for the short trip to Bennington, Vt., for a tour of the R. John Wright facility along with other local activities. The Wrights explained the development of their creations from concept through completion before everyone had the opportunity to visit with their employees as they made various doll parts and accessories and shopped in the R. John Wright store. The day culminated with a Fourth of July BBQ followed by fireworks at dusk.
Workshops by dollmaker Gail Wilson and a program by Alan Pate, a leading American expert on Japanese dolls, were offered on Friday, along with several roundtable discussions on various topics. Attendees dressed up for the frightfully fabulous costume parade leading into the Halloween Masquerade luncheon, with prizes awarded in five categories. After lunch, the newest piece from R. John Wright's Wizard of Oz collection, "Wicked Witch of the West," made her debut in front of an enthusiastic audience.
The ticketed Victorian Yuletide Dinner featured traditional table decorations and an enchanting program, "A Victorian Christmas," presented by Nardone. The event souvenir was the 10-inch "Mary Frances," the latest addition to the Victorian Children Collection. Available for purchase was her 7-inch little sister, "Baby Grace."
Saturday morning's activities included another program by Pate and a workshop conducted by Emily Wright. That afternoon, a Valentine's Day High Tea charmed conventioneers with fine teas and delicacies. The newest addition to the Flower Fairies series, "Rose Fairy," was available for purchase. The evening's closing event was a New Year's Eve Gala Celebration. This elegant banquet featured another entertaining program produced and presented by Nardone. When the souvenir dolls were distributed, delighted attendees found the adorable 12½-inch "Celebration Scootles" would be going home with them. As an added bonus, her delightful twin brother was available for purchase.
As the convention ended, attendees were already making plans for next year's "Around the World" event, which will be held at the same location June 20-23, 2012 and will celebrate the magic of children around the globe. There will also be an added treat as the first bear event held at an R. John Wright convention will be incorporated into the excursion to the Wrights' facility in Vermont. For more information, visit www.rjohnwright.com or call (802) 447-7072. — Pat Burnsread more


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France joins in the statement to be made on behalf of the European Union. I welcome the initiative of the United States presidency of the Council to convene this open debate.
In adopting resolution 1888 (2009) last year, the Security Council improved the regime for combating sexual violence in armed conflict. My delegation reiterates its support for the work of Ms. Wallström, Special Representative of the Secretary-General. We welcome the progress made towards strengthening the rule of law in countries in conflict. We welcome the firm commitment of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, led by Alain Le Roy, and the contribution of civil society and non-governmental organizations. Resolution 1960 (2010), adopted today, will support that momentum. UN Women must play its full role in those common efforts.
At the same time, the Secretary-General's report (S/2010/604) gives cause for alarm.
Sexual violence continues to be used as a weapon of war by parties to conflicts in a number of regions worldwide. We all recall the mass rapes committed in Walikale this past summer, and we expect the authorities of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to inform the Security Council about measures taken to assist the victims and to combat impunity. Beyond that tragic situation, no one can remain impassive to the violence perpetrated in the Sudan, Afghanistan, Iraq and Burma against women belonging to minority ethnic groups, or in Côte d'Ivoire, where recent developments have caused increased concern. We expect that procedures carried out in Guinea following the crimes perpetrated in the Conakry stadium in September 2009 will be rapidly completed.
However, we welcome the development of a strategy to combat sexual violence in Chad and the establishment of a special tribunal in Liberia. The United Nations has a particular responsibility with regard to the phenomenon of sexual violence. Indeed, peacekeeping operations must establish strategies on sexual violence. Gender advisors, advisors on the protection of women, and human rights units have a vital role to play in this context. It is also essential to engage in dialogue with parties to armed conflict on the issue of sexual violence. Every opportunity must be taken to educate the parties on their obligations and to encourage them to change their behaviour. The fight against sexual violence must be accompanied by programmes to assist victims and provide them with care and opportunities for rehabilitation.
Given the scope of the challenges to be addressed by the United Nations, France welcomes the Council's resolve in this area.
The resolution we adopted today has three main areas of progress.
First, it will allow the Council to receive reliable information in real time on which to base its actions. France therefore supports the establishment of procedures to monitor, analyse and communicate information on situations of concern. The Council has set political parameters: coherence and coordination on the ground, on the one hand, and respect for the integrity and specificity of the mechanism to protect children in armed conflict, on the other. In that context, the United Nations and all its entities must now work to establish the most effective system possible on the ground.
The resolution then provides a way to list parties who commit systematic sexual violence. That represents important progress in harmonizing human rights protection regimes established by the Council to the benefit of women and children. Implementing these measures will require strengthened cooperation between Ms. Coomaraswamy and Ms. Wallström.
The resolution finally strengthens the prospects of sanctions against the perpetrators and those responsible for sexual violence. It is vital that the Council systematically examine the possibility of including sexual violence as a criteria for sanctions during the establishment or review of the mandates of sanctions committees.
The resolution requests the parties to make specific commitments and to implement them on the ground. Among these, we attach particular importance to the fight against impunity. Allow me to reiterate here the contribution of the International Criminal Court in cases where sexual violence constitutes war crimes, crimes against humanity or crimes of genocide.
In conclusion, our commitment to combating sexual violence is inseparable from the framework of follow-up to resolution 1325 (2000) in strengthening the role of women in conflict prevention and settlement and in peacebuilding.


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Driving the paved road that snakes up the east side of the Franklin Mountains from the intersection of McKinley and Alabama streets is half the fun. The visitor arrives at a parking area that sits at an elevation of 4,692 feet. The view of El Paso, to the east, is magnificent. Here visitors can admire the beauty of cacti gardens or watch the tramway gondolas take off.
Visitors can purchase tickets at the tramway station to ride a gondola that will transport them to the top of Ranger Peak. The Swiss made gondolas travel on a 2,600 feet long, 1 3/8 inch diameter steel cable. While waiting to depart, the visitor can view part of the machinery and mechanism of the system through a window located on the south side of the base station. On the smooth ride to the top, the cabin attendant will describe the different cacti and rock formations along the way. Abundant wildlife, including reptiles, birds and insects, offer exciting viewing opportunities. The 4 minute ride soars above a vast canyon that is 240 feet deep in some places.
From Ranger Peak, 5,632 feet above sea level, the visitor can enjoy the view of 7,000 square miles encompassing three states and two nations. The tramway ride is a memorable experience offering a vista of the vastness and stark beauty of the southwest.
The station at the top provides accessible ramps and paved grounds leading into an observation deck with a 360 degree view. Pay per view high power telescopes enhance the experience.
Birding in the El Paso area will take one into and through the Franklin Mountains and the Hueco Tanks State Historic Site areas. The local Audubon Society has created an excellent birding area known as Feather Lakes. The natural flyway that is the El Paso area brings a large variety of bird species to the area. Local groups are taking advantage of this natural flyway by rehabilitating the remains of local bosques (wetlands) adding to the available bird habitat in the area.
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Welltok Completes $37 Million Funding Round With New Investors
DENVER – January 8, 2015 – Welltok, developer of the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform™, officially closed its most recent funding round of $37 million. Two new investors join the round, Hearst Health Ventures, a unit of Hearst Corporation focused on investments in health IT and technology-enabled healthcare services, and Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI), one of the nation's largest health systems. This brings Welltok's completed funding in 2014 to $59 million
The Consumer Revolution in Healthcare – Where Do We Go from Here?
DENVER – November 20, 2014 – The healthcare industry has undeniably been undergoing a transformation over the past several years. Among the biggest change is the evolving role of the consumer as they take on more financial responsibility for their health and demand greater affordability, convenience and choice. As the consumer revolution gains momentum, it begs the question – where do we go from here?
Welltok Raises $25 Million to Optimize Consumers' Health
DENVER – October 15, 2014 – Welltok, developer of the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform™, announced it closed on $25 million of a planned $37 million funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners (BVP). Welltok will close out the round later this year with a select group of innovative organizations from across the healthcare industry. The new funds will be used to further accelerate the company's impressive growth to-date and expand into new market segments.
Welltok Survey Finds Consumers Struggle to achieve Optimal Health on Their Own
DENVER – September 16, 2014 – Consumers struggle to achieve health goals on their own, according to a survey conducted by Welltok, Inc., creator of the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform. Welltok's Health Optimization Index provides insights from more than 1,000 consumers about the journey to optimizing their health and related roadblocks encountered along the way – from mounting work responsibilities to lack of motivation. Additionally, the results showcase the need for a more personalized approach to supporting consumers' health across all demographics.
Welltok Initiates Fall Conference Tour to Build Health Optimization Awareness
DENVER – September 9, 2014 – Welltok, Inc. executives will be hitting the road this fall to help educate the healthcare industry on the importance of transforming our system from one of sickcare to optimized health. Through a series of presentations, panel discussions and a one-of-its-kind experiential exhibit, executives will discuss the power of a health optimization platform and how population health managers can drive consumer engagement with the use of personalized guidance and incentives. The company will also be showcasing a live, alpha version of its CaféWell Concierge application powered by IBM Watson at select events.
Magellan Boosts Health and Wellness Services with CaféWell
AVON, Conn. and DENVER – August 25, 2014 – Magellan Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGLN) and Welltok, Inc. announced today the availability of the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform within Magellan's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering. CaféWell delivers a personalized and rewarding approach to motivate consumers to become and stay healthy. Magellan Health, a leader in providing EAP programs to employers across the country, selected CaféWell because of its interactive design and integration capabilities.
Welltok CEO Jeff Margolis to Deliver Keynote on Health Optimization at National Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference
DENVER – August 14, 2014 - Welltok, Inc., creator of the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform, announced today that chairman and CEO Jeff Margolis is delivering the opening keynote address at the Medicaid Enterprise Systems Conference (MESC), which takes place August 18-21 in Denver.
Welltok Welcomes New President and CFO to All-Star Executive Team
(Denver, CO) July 31, 2014 - Welltok, Inc. announces the addition of Brian Ancell as president and chief operating officer (COO) and Linda Fenton as chief financial officer (CFO) to its diverse and experienced leadership team.
Colorado Accountable Care and Welltok Team Up to Guide and Motivate Seniors
DENVER, CO - June 19, 2014 - Today, Centura Health's Colorado Accountable Care (CAC) announced it is leveraging the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform, developed by Welltok, to support the health and wellness of its senior population beyond the clinical setting. CAC joins a growing number of accountable care organizations (ACOs) creating innovative ways to partner with consumers to support healthy lifestyles with the goal of delivering better outcomes.
Welltok Named as a Red Herring Top 100 Winner
MONTEREY, Calif, May 22, 2014 - Red Herring announced its Top 100 award winners in recognition of the most promising private companies in North America.
Aetna Works with National Kidney Foundation, Welltok to Help Members with Chronic Kidney Disaese
HARTFORD, Conn., May 6, 2014 - Kidney disease affects one in nine American adults, and many face it alone. Aetna (NYSE: AET), the National Kidney Foundation and Welltok recently launched a pilot program that aims to help Aetna members with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) connect with peers and learn to cope with their condition.
Welltok Acquires Leading Health App Developer Mindbloom
Denver, Colo. – March 20, 2014 – Welltok®, Inc., the pioneer in health optimization, today announced the acquisition of Seattle-based Mindbloom, an innovative mobile health company. The acquisition will expand Welltok's capabilities to deliver engaging, interactive mobile experiences through its CaféWell Health Optimization Platform, and allow consumers anytime, anywhere access to compelling health programs, content, applications and communities.
New tools and incentives available for Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey members to stay healthy
Newark, NJ. – (PRWEB - March 11, 2014) – Everyone wants to be active and stay healthy, but it's not always easy to get started and stay motivated. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey members have new online tools, with financial incentives to encourage them to start and continue a program to meet their personal health goals.
Welltok Raises $22 Million in Series C Funding, Including IBM Investment to Fuel Watson-Powered Health App
Denver, Colo. – Feb. 12, 2014 – Welltok®, Inc., developer of the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform, today announced it has raised $22.1 million in Series C funding led by New Enterprise Associates (NEA) with new participation from IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Qualcomm Incorporated, through its venture capital arm, Qualcomm Ventures' life fund portfolio.
Welltok Bolsters Leadership Team With New CMO and CTO
DENVER, Colo. – Jan. 29, 2014 - Welltok®, Inc. is primed for success with the industry's strongest leadership team at the helm. The company announced today that Michelle Snyder and Vance Allen joined the diverse team as its chief marketing officer (CMO) and chief technology officer (CTO), respectively.
Welltok Makes the Right Connections with New Partner Program
DENVER, Colo. – Jan. 16, 2014 – Welltok®, Inc., the pioneering social health management company, today announced the launch of CaféWell Connect, its new partner program. CaféWell Connect is the first program to unite premiere condition management and wellness programs with select applications and tracking devices into one engaging platform – the CaféWell Health Optimization Platform.
One-third of Colorado State Employees Get Involved with New Health Incentive Program
DENVER, Colo. – Jan. 3, 2014 – Welltok®, Inc., the pioneering Social Health Management company, announced today it has reached key milestones in its efforts to support Gov. John Hickenlooper's goal to make Colorado the healthiest state in America. More than 10,000 state employees (30 percent of the qualified population) have started participating in a range of health activities since the launch of Welltok's CaféWell health incentive program in July 2013. Half of participants have completed a Health Risk Assessment (HRA) with their insurer through CaféWell, which is more than a 650 percent increase in HRA completion compared with the prior year.
Welltok Taps IBM Watson to Create Novel Health Optimization Service for Consumers
DENVER, CO--(Marketwired - Nov 14, 2013) - Welltok, Inc., the leading Social Health Management company, today announced that it is partnering with IBM to bring a unique collaborative solution called CaféWell Concierge powered by IBM Watson to market. The new, easy-to-use solution will offer healthcare consumers the ability to identify personalized activities, health content and condition management programs to optimize their health and get rewarded for positive behavior change. The solution will be sponsored by health plans, health systems, accountable care organizations, health retailers and other entities that are seeking to improve consumers' health status and lower costs. Welltok will work with industry leaders such as Aetna to help shape the product direction and pilot test the product with members.
Welltok Acquires Leading Health Incentive Management Company to Set New Performance Standard for Incentive-Driven Population Health Management
DENVER, CO--(Marketwired - October 22, 2013) - Welltok, Inc., the leading Social Health Management company, today announced that it has acquired IncentOne, a pioneer in healthcare incentive design and management. The combined entity creates the industry's most robust Health Optimization Platform for entities that manage population health by matching consumers to personalized activities designed to improve their health and providing the right rewards to motivate positive behaviors. IncentOne's capabilities will be integrated into Welltok's CaféWell suite of product offerings, currently positioned to reach up to 20 million consumers through contracts with leading health plans and health systems.
Centura Health Sponsors New Social Site Focused On Health
ENGLEWOOD, CO - July 15, 2013 – As part of its commitment to improving the health of the communities it serves and providing consumers with innovative tools to focus on their own health, Centura Health is sponsoring a new social health platform that will allow people in Colorado and western Kansas to talk about health and engage with experts on health and wellness.
Gov. Hickenlooper announces Pedal The Plains 2013 Training Challenge
DENVER — Tuesday, July 2, 2013 — Gov. John Hickenlooper today joined CaféWell, the Anschutz Health and Wellness Center, 9NEWS, the Pedal The Plains Bicycle Tour and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade to announce the 2013 Pedal The Plains Training Challenge, a 10-week bicycle challenge designed to encourage Coloradans to get healthy on their bikes this summer.
Welltok Closes $18.7M Series B Funding: Appoints Jeff Margolis as CEO
DENVER, April 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Welltok®, Inc., developer of CaféWell®, the leading Social Health Management® platform that drives increased consumer engagement in health activities sponsored by their health plans, today announced that it has closed a Series B funding with investments from Emergence Capital Partners, InterWest Partners and New Enterprise Associates (NEA). The company plans to use the funding to accelerate product development and strategic partnership efforts, expand into new markets, and build account teams to support the rapidly growing base of clients.
Altius and CaféWell Recognize Million-Steppers in Utah Reach for the Peaks Wellness Challenge; Participants Surpass 521,000 Miles
SOUTH JORDAN, Utah, Nov. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- At a celebration event last night, Altius Health Plans and CaféWell recognized 131 individuals who each walked a million or more steps in a successful new type of wellness program for Utah called Reach for the Peaks. Over the last 11 months, Reach participants walked 1.2 billion steps, the equivalent of 521,000 miles.
Welltok Achieves HITRUST CSF Certification
DENVER, Aug. 23, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Welltok, Inc., today announced that it has achieved Common Security Framework (CSF) Certified status from the Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST). The CSF is the most widely adopted information security framework in the U.S. healthcare industry and the foundation of the HITRUST CSF Assurance Program, the most commonly utilized program for assessing the security posture of business associates and managing third-party compliance.
Over 1 Billion Stepped in CaféWell and HealthAmerica's Race to the Moon
HARRISBURG, Pa. and DENVER, Aug. 10, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthAmerica and Welltok, Inc., today announced that Central Pennsylvanians have just walked 1 billion steps in the Race to the Moon wellness challenge - all in less than a year! This new type of social wellness program, sponsored by HealthAmerica and the CaféWell social health network, makes improving your health more fun and more rewarding.
Altius and CaféWell Make Asthma Management Less of a Drag
SALT LAKE CITY and DENVER, Aug. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Altius Health Plans and CaféWell™ today announced the successful rollout of Breathe with Ease™, a new type of asthma education and management program that utilizes the power of social networking technology to increase consumer engagement and participation, resulting in better control and reduced attacks. Launched in December 2011, the program is available to 1,000 asthmatic Altius Health Plans members in Utah.
Welltok Named Colorado Company to Watch for 2012
DENVER, June 25, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Welltok®, Inc., developer of CaféWell™, the social health network to get well and stay well, was named as one of the 2012 Colorado Companies to Watch at an award ceremony on Friday, June 22nd. The annual award program recognizes 50 Colorado companies based on their revenue growth, unique industry position, job creation, and community impact. Scott Rotermund represented Welltok in accepting the award Friday night in Denver.
Reach for the Peaks Wellness Challenge Has Thousands of Utahns Walking Toward Better Health
SOUTH JORDAN, Utah and DENVER, May 31, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Altius Health Plans today announced that they have introduced a new wellness challenge for Utah, Reach for the Peaks™1. Initially launched in December with its partner, CaféWell™, Reach for the Peaks represents a new, fun and rewarding wellness program for consumers and a valuable new benefit for Utah small to mid-size employers. Now in full swing, the program has more than 1,500 participants who have walked 208 million steps, or 90,000 miles since December.
Pennsylvania Wellness Challenge Members Reach the Moon Ahead of Schedule; HealthAmerica and CaféWell Launch Return to Earth Challenge
HARRISBURG, Pa. and DENVER, Colo., May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthAmerica and CaféWell™ today announced that participants in the Race to the Moon wellness challenge, sponsored by HealthAmerica, recently passed their target of walking the distance to the moon. At April 30, participants had walked more than 685 million steps, which equates to 302,000 miles. Based on the program's success,a new challenge program was announced today, Return to Earth*, which features new fitness challenges as participants log steps for chances to win prizes, and allows in additional members.
CDPHP Expands CaféWell to Full Membership
ALBANY, N.Y. and DENVER, April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- CDPHP® and Welltok®, Inc., today announced that following a successful pilot in 2011, CDPHP is rolling out the CaféWell™ social health network to its full membership of 350,000 and integrating its Life Points® wellness rewards program.
Alexis Walker Joins Welltok as Vice President of Sales
DENVER, April 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Welltok®, Inc., developer of CaféWell™, the social health network to get well and stay well, today announced that Alexis Walker has joined the company as vice president of sales. Walker brings more than 20 years of experience in strategic business development and healthcare sales and marketing to both commercial accounts and government agencies.
94% of Managed Care Executives See Social Network Technology as a Critical Tool for Consumer Engagement
DENVER and FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., March 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Welltok®, Inc., developer of leading social health network, CaféWell™, today announced new data gathered from the Managed Care Executive Group Forum held yesterday in Fort Lauderdale that illustrates payers' focus on driving higher consumer engagement at a critical time in healthcare reform. Ninety-four percent of responding attendees believe that social networking technology, or social media, is a critical tool for driving consumer engagement. Fifty-six percent believe it is a must-have. And consumer engagement is a top five priority at the CEO level according to 61 percent of the attendees.
Survey Shows New Social Health Networks Help People Stick to Their New Year's Resolutions
DENVER, Jan. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Welltok®, Inc., developer of leading social health network, CaféWell, today announced the results of a recent survey showing that social health network users have confidence and high expectations that the new social tools and experiences will help them achieve their New Year's resolutions.
"Race to the Moon" Participants Walk 208 Million Steps to Reach One-Third of the Distance to the Moon in Two Months
HARRISBURG, Pa., and DENVER, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthAmerica and CaféWellTM today announced that the Race to the Moon* wellness challenge, sponsored by HealthAmerica, is off to a fast start with Race participants walking 208 million steps in just the first two month.
TriZetto Founder Jeff Margolis Sets Sights on Fusing Healthcare Population Management and Social Networking Technology
DENVER, Jan. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Well known for founding healthcare payer software powerhouse, The TriZetto Group, and growing it to return $1.4 billion to shareholders in just 10 years, as well as authoring The Healthcare Cure, Jeff Margolis is now focusing on the opportunity to improve healthcare value through social networking technology.
"Race to the Moon" Promotes Fun, Prizes and Better Health for 200,000 Pennsylvania Consumers
HARRISBURG & PITTSBURGH, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HealthAmerica today announced Race to the Moon, a new statewide program for its members to promote exercise and better health. Through accumulated participant miles, the goal is to collectively walk the distance to the moon (238,857 miles). Race to the Moon combines fun competition among family members, co-workers and groups, with prizes awarded as members progress on their journeys.
HealthAmerica Joins with CaféWell as First Health Insurer in Market to Use Full Social-Media Platform
PITTSBURGH & HARRISBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--HealthAmerica announced today the expansion of its social networking community devoted solely to the health and well-being of its members through a relationship with CaféWell. CaféWell is a social media company changing the way millions of people manage their health by making it easy, productive and rewarding. This union is the first of its kind in Pennsylvania, pioneering HealthAmerica in social media within the health insurance industry.


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