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Aurora Historic Districts/Aurora Historic Preservation Commission
Tour the Near Eastside (350 homes dating from the 1800s), Stolp Island, Westside and Riddle Highlands, two of which are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple of Greater Chicago
This temple is one of only three Sri Venkateswara Hindu temples in the United States, constructed by Native American artisans.
Grand Army of the Republic Hall
Built in 1878 from funds raised by the people of Aurora, this structure was originally built as a monument to Aurora's Civil War veterans and as a shrine to their fallen comrades.
Aurora Historical Society.
This local history research archives houses historic photos, books, documents and maps covering Aurora's history from the 1830s to the present. Open by appointment only.
Aurora University
This university boasts a beautiful quad, and features the Schingoethe Center and Dunham Gallery of student art.
Blackberry Farm
Go on a one of a kind country adventure you'll never forget! Become pioneers for a day on a real 1800s farm and village. Miniature train rides, pony rides, petting zoo, pioneer craft demonstrations, and special events. In the Discovery Barn see chickens, sheep, piglets, baby goats and more.
Two Brothers Roundhouse
Originally constructed in 1855-1865, the roundhouse was renovated and now houses Illinois' largest microbrewery and brewpub. Passion for beer, love of food, and appreciation for great architecture flourishes in the walls of this historic 70,000 square foot facility. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Two Brothers Roundhouse is the oldest limestone roundhouse in the United States. As they bring new life to this 155 year old building, enjoy a casual atmosphere in the main dining room gastropub, our sports tavern and music venue or our new cafe and bakery. There is more to do than dinner at the Roundhouse. As with the beer and food, the live entertainment has a local flair. Whether it be a wedding, reunion or corporate event, they have a variety of spaces for friends and family to gather. Cheers!
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
This museum features vintage firefighting equipment, memorabilia from the 1871 Chicago Fire, photographs and a gift shop.
Aurora Downtown Walking Tour
Take a self-guided tour of Aurora's historic downtown. Tour brochures are available at the Aurora Area Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
William Tanner House
Built in 1856, this Italianate building is home of the Aurora Historical Society and where you'll find historic photos, books, documents and maps covering Aurora's history from the 1830s to now. Tours of fully furnished home & exhibits offered. Call for hours.
David L. Pierce Art & History Center
The Aurora Public Art Commission hosts rotating exhibits displaying a full spectrum of innovative arts. The History Center has a collection of photographs, books, maps and other memorabilia. The Museum Shop offers hand-crafted jewelry, pottery and textiles from local artists and Aurora-themed gifts.
New York Street Memorial Bridge
Spanning the entire scenic Fox River, the bridge's features include the circa 1930 "Memory" and "Victory" statues in honor of fallen soldiers.
Civic Center Authority Visitor Center
The Bedford Park Heritage Corridor Visitor Center is full of information and literature of exciting things to do and see throughout the Heritage Corridor. The Visitor Center provides National Heritage Corridor promotional literature and I&M Canal related resources to the public. It is operated by the Civic Center Authority in partnership with Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Village of Willow Springs. The Center is staffed by volunteers recruited and managed by the Civic Center Authority. Open Saturday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM and Sunday 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
CITY:Bedford Park
Illinois Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook
Providing the nation with access to the rich history of aviation in Illinois, the Illinois Aviation Museum at Bolingbrook focuses on technology, research, education and community service.
Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport
This airport offers general aviation, flight school, air charter, restaurant and Illinois Aviation Museum all within the airport.
Polk-a-Dot Drive In
The Polk-a-Dot Drive In was founded over 50 years ago has become one of the most memorable attractions along Illinois Route 66. Stop in and see the collection of memorabilia and enjoy a great meal.
Dollinger Family Farm
October brings pumpkins, hayrides, corn maze, train rides, farm animals, and fun. Also come see our Civil war reenactment the third weekend in October. Warrior Dash Midwest in June. On site gift shop.
Seecago Tours, Inc
Historical and sightseeing motorcoach day-tours of Chicago and the suburbs. Tour packages available for out-of-town groups, conventions, family reunions, local groups and organizations. Call for group tour details.
National Shrine of St. Therese
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - The National Shrine of St. Therese sits peacefully on a 50-acre estate owned and operated by the Carmelites. The Shrine is home to the most wonderful collection of relics, personal effects and memorabilia of Therese, "the little flower," outside of France. Religious shop/bookstore.
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery
This cemetery was named after the 16th president of the United States, and was designed to serve approximately one million Chicago metropolitan area veterans.
KidsWork Children's Museum
KidsWork Children's Museum is a cultural institution that brings children, families and the community together to engage in fun, hands-on interactive play.
South Suburban Genealogical and Historical Society
Visit the finest genealogical research library in the south suburbs.
CITY:Hazel Crest
Homewood Railroad Platform & Park
Platform allows viewing of mainline/commuter rails with live switchyard audio. An underground walkway, leading to the park, displays murals depicting railway history. The park features a retired/restored locomotive and caboose.
Joliet Area Historical Museum
Travel through time and space! Walk through a replica of the I & M Canal, window shop on a turn-of-the-century street, take a virtual ride on a replica trolley, live the legend of Route 66, land on the moon in a walk-in simulator, and experience space exploration and the Apollo missions. Temporary exhibits change often in our Special Exhibition Gallery. There's always family fun in our discovery room, and remember your visit with a souvenir from our Gift Shop.
Joliet Iron Works Historic Site
Joliet Iron Works Historic Site features 0.59 mile of paved trail that provides a self-guided interpretive tour of the site's historical significance. Take a free, naturalist-led tour of blast furnace ruins. Reservations are required.
Jacob Henry Mansion Estate Dinner Theatre
Located on the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, guests are greeted with our famous family hospitality, homemade meals and heartwarming musical productions. Lunch matinees and dinner shows are complimented by itineraries that include tours of our other historic properties, or excursions into Joliet's vibrant downtown. The Jacob Henry Mansion Estate Dinner Theatre welcomes groups with onsite motorcoach parking and handicap accessibilty.
Jacob Henry Mansion
Elegant National Historic Landmark offers unique Victorian setting for weddings/receptions. Groups and tours welcome.
Joliet Prison Park
Once you arrive, a huge steel and barbed wire entry sign will beckon you into a park unlike any other. Information kiosks on site offer an insight into the prison's past and inmate history, as well as the famous films that have been shot here.
Rialto Theatre
Historic Vaudeville Movie Theatre listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Wide variety of performances.
Lisle Station Park
An 1874 CB&Q Railroad Depot, an 1881 wooden caboose, a circa 1850s farmhouse and 1830s tavern/inn. Exhibits, historic gardens, and various programs offered. Meetings for 40-50.
Will County Historical Society/I&M Canal Museum
The Historical Society operates this museum, located in the original 1830s canal commissioner's home and office. The museum exhibits explore the fascinating history of the I&M Canal.
The Gaylord Building
A landmark in Lockport and along the I&M Canal since 1838, The Gaylord Building connects visitors to America's forgotten Canal Era. Come tour the site and enjoy fine dining in the Public Landing Restaurant. Then stroll or bike ride along the scenic canal trail or explore Lockport's National Register Historic District. Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Special group tours by appointment. The Gaylord Building is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation (www.preservationnation.org). The Gaylord Building played a vital role in one of the great enterprises of the 19th century: the Illinois & Michigan Canal. In this handsome limestone warehouse visitors will discover exhibitions illustrating the unique heritage of the site and the Canal Corridor. A landmark in Lockport and along the I&M Canal since 1838, The Gaylord Building connects visitors to America's forgotten Canal Era. Come tour the site and enjoy fine dining in the Public Landing Restaurant. Then stroll or bike ride along the scenic canal trail or explore Lockport's National Register Historic District. Special group tours by appointment. The Gaylord building is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation (www.preservationnation.org). Monday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Lincoln Landing
Dedicated on February 12, 2009, Lincoln Landing is Lockport's newest attraction. This park, located on the original Public Landing platted as a dock area by Canal Commissioners in 1836, features a unique bronze statue of a young Abraham Lincoln created by artist David Ostro. Interpretive signage through the park highlights the history of the I&M Canal, its impact on the Lockport community, and Lincoln's connections to both. This open-air museum is self-guiding, but is enhanced by a website with school lesson plans.
Will County Historical Society
Incorporated in 1964, the Will County Historical Society exists to connect people and organizations to the county's rich history. The Society's museum is housed in the original headquarters of the I&M Canal. Built in 1837, the structure played a central role in the design, financing, and construction of the Canal and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Changing exhibits highlight the history of Will County and the Canal. The Society's extensive collection includes significant county and canal-related records, including maps, plats, land records, obituaries, photographs, newspapers, receipts, and correspondence.
Will County Historical Society
Incorporated in 1964, the Will County Historical Society exists to connect people and organizations to the county's rich history. The Society's museum is housed in the original headquarters of the I&M Canal. Built in 1837, the structure played a central role in the design, financing, and construction of the Canal and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. Changing exhibits highlight the history of Will County and the Canal. The Society's extensive collection includes significant county and canal-related records, including maps, plats, land records, obituaries, photographs, newspapers, receipts, and correspondence.
Gladys Fox Museum
The Gladys Fox Museum is located in the beautifully restored Old Congregational Church, which is the oldest surviving building of its type in Illinois. The building was constructed in 1840 of native limestone on land donated by the Illinois & Michigan.
Lombard Historical Society Museum
This Victorian home features rooms furnished with artifacts exemplifying the lifestyle of the emerging middle-class during the 1870s. Group tours welcome seven days a week with reservations, based on availability. Admission free.
Sheldon Peck Homestead
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - This 1840s farmhouse features reproductions of Sheldon Peck's folk paintings, exhibits on the area's first school, the underground railroad, farming and pioneer life. Admission is free.
Victorian Cottage Museum
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - This Victorian home features rooms furnished with artifacts exemplifying the lifestyle of the emerging middle-class during the 1870s. Group tours welcome seven days a week with advanced reservations. Walk-in hours Wednesdays & Sundays. Free admission.
Chicago Portage National Historic Site
One of only three National Historic Sites in Illinois, the Chicago Portage site is a major remnant of the discovery and settlement of Chicago.
Manteno Historical Society Museum
The Manteno Historical Society Museum is headquartered in the Charles Skinner House, located in the center of Manteno. The opening of the Skinner House as a Museum took place in 1994. The first floor of the building has display areas of early 20th century living in the area. Of special interest is the medical display of items from the offices of Dr. Rouleau, Dr. Phipps, Dr. Malott, Dr. Thomas and Dr. Echevarria. Articles from Dr. Gagnon's dental office and pharmaceutical items from Hilsenhoff Drug Store have also been donated. The lower floor includes exhibit space, a kitchen and collections of archival materials. The upper floor presently houses a room commemorating Manteno war veterans featuring uniforms and memorabilia from WWI to the present.
Museum of the Matteson Hisotrical Society
History and artifacts of the Matteson area; obituaries, maps, oral histories, library of antique books and newspaper clippings.
Settler's Cottage
Tour the oldest remaining structure in the village. The home was originally owned by Montgomery's founder, Daniel Gray. A museum offers an educational history of the Village of Montgomery. Open 2nd Tuesday and 3rd Sunday of each month, 12:30-2:30 p.m. May-October.
Grundy County Historical Society
Museum hours of operation are Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 AM to 3 PM. Call in advance for guided tours (48 hour notice). The museum has extensive Mazon Fossils, a replica of an early 1890 store, a replica of a 1900 living room as well as a 'tool shed' showing many of the early tools used by pioneers and early farmers. There are many other exhibits as well.
Millennium Carillon in Moser Tower
The Millennium Carillon, a unique musical instrument consisting of 72 bells, is one of only four Grand Carillons in the world. Enjoy carillonneurs perform during the summer concert series and climb 253 steps to the observation area to marvel at the views.
Naper Settlement -- Outdoor History Museum
Chicagoland's only 19th Century Village with historic homes, shops, a chapel, fort and one-room schoolhouse in a 13-acre park-like setting with costumed villagers, exhibits and more.
Naperville Bites and Sites
Enjoy a culinary and cultural walking experience through Naperville's historic neighborhood. One delicious taste at a time! Sample some great food and drink tastings from family run restaurants and shops. Along the way you will discover beautiful downtown Naperville, the Riverwalk and fun facts on the rich history that makes Naperville amazing.
Graue Mill and Museum
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Mill is the only operating waterwheel gristmill and one of three authenticated underground railroad stations in Illinois.
CITY:Oak Brook
Mayslake Peabody Estate
Tour Mayslake Hall, a Tudor Revival style mansion, formerly owned by coal baron F.S. Peabody. Witness restoration in progress at this nationally registered historic building by renowned architect B. Marshall. Portiuncula Chapel is available for weddings.
CITY:Oak Brook
Czechoslovak Heritage Museum
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Highlights the history and culture of the Czech Republic and Slovakia through authentic folk costumes, lead crystal, chain, ceramics, embroidery, and historical displays. Donations welcome.
CITY:Oak Brook
Midwest SOARRING Foundation Native American Cultural Center
Native American Office and Cultural Center. Experience Indigenous cultures through lectures, cultural presentations, educational programs, Save the Bison Project, and the Annual Harvest PowWow. Call for information or visit our website for a calendar of events. Group programs are available upon request.
CITY:Oak Brook
Ridgeland Historic District Tour
This self-guided audio tour takes you through one of the "Prettiest Painted Places in America," the Ridgeland Historic District, to view great architecture and hear stories of famous Oak Lawn natives.
CITY:Oak Lawn
Little White Schoolhouse Museum
Constructed in 1854 as a church, this Greek Revival building also served as a schoolhouse for nearly 50 years. A later addition now serves as a museum of Oswego memorabilia.
1950s Park Forest House Museum
Operated by the Park Forest Historical Society, this house museum depicts a rental home as it might have appeared in a post-World War II fully planned community. A docent on duty describes the history of the home.
CITY:Park Forest
Park Forest Rail Fan Park
Viewing platform and educational displays at one of the country's largest rail intersections, where the Canadian National main line connects with the Metra line. A must-visit attraction for area visitors!
CITY:Park Forest
Isle A La Cache Museum
Isle A La Cache Museum is devoted to the history of the 18th century fur trade between voyagers and Native Americans.
Air Classics Museum of Aviation
Vintage military and training planes, plus displays of aviation uniforms and memorabilia. Open by appointment only.
CITY:Sugar Grove
Bliss House Museum
The Bliss House Museum is operated by the Sugar Grove Historical Society and houses historical exhibits about the village of Sugar Grove and surrounding area. Anyone interested in researching their heritage, may contact the museum for access to probate and civil records dating 1839 - 1955. Hours: Open every Tuesday 1-4 pm or by appointment.
CITY:Sugar Grove
Village of Thornton Historical Museum
This museum displays artifacts and documents from 1837 to the present. The museum offers annual Thornton Stone Quarry tours.
Warrenville Historical Society
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - The Warrenville Museum is located in an 1858 Greek Revival Methodist Church that was later used as an art studio by Adam Albright and his sons, Ivan and Malvin. Exhibits include art, featuring works by the Albrights, and local history.
William L. Gregg House Museum
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Victorian, red-bricked house displays collections typical of the 1920s through 1940s in authentic lifestyle settings. Open Wednesdays and Sundays.
Cantigny Park
Consisting of the Robert McCormick Mansion Museum, the First Division Military Museum, ten acres of gardens and parks, 27-hole championship golf course and nine-hole Cantigny Youth Links.
Center for History
Museum and education center highlighting our nation's social heritage through captivating exhibits and programs. Stories of the 1915 Eastland Disaster, and experience life on the run following the Underground Railroad.
Kline Creek Farm
A "living history" farm depicting life in the 1890s DuPage County. Original structures, authentic recreations and livestock combine to make a realistic 1890s working farm.
DuPage County Historical Museum
Housed in an 1891 Richardsonian Romanesque building, the museum highlights 150 years of DuPage County history with participatory activities, changing exhibits and extensive model railroad display.
Billy Graham Center Museum
This museum located on the campus of Wheaton College is devoted to the history of Christian evangelism and its influences on society. View rare artifacts, art and displays that include a powerful 3-D presentation of the gospel message.
Edman Memorial Chapel - Wheaton College
This large auditorium, seating more than 2400 people, is the site of campus chapels, concerts, commencements, and various community-related events such as the Artist Series.
DuPage Heritage Gallery
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Located in a three-story atrium, renovated in 2000, visitors learn of the stories, accomplishments and lives of famous DuPage citizens portrayed through memorabilia and photo panels.
Cantigny Golf
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Set among mature oak and hickory trees, lakes & streams, this full-service event facility with 27 holes of golf offers both 18 and 9-hole play and is nationally recognized as one of the best public courses in America. Cantigny Golf is a part of the McCormick Foundation, committed to making life better for our children, communities and country. As one of the nation's largest public charities, we've granted more than $1 billion to organizations in local communities across the country. The golf course is part of the historic 500-acre Cantigny Park, where memorable family experiences happen. The grounds include museums, formal gardens and picnic areas.
Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket
The Chicken Basket in Willowbrook opened in the summer of 1946 on Historic Illinois Route 66. Dell Rhea's chicken has been bringing visitors from around the world on a regular basis for years.
Gemini Giant
The Gemini Giant is a landmark statue on U.S. Route 66. The 30 foot tall statue is named after the Gemini space program and holds a silver "rocket ship" in his hands, while sporting an astronaut's space helmet that looks more like a welding mask.
Kendall County Historical Society's Heritage Hall & Chapel on the Green
Dating back to 1855, the chapel is Kendall County's oldest church building, adorned with stained glass windows and a restored 1899 pipe organ. The adjacent hall houses local artifacts, including photographs and clothing.
Heritage Hall & Chapel on the Green
Dating back to 1855, the chapel is Kendall County's oldest church building and is adorned with stained glass windows and a restored 1899 pipe organ.
Lyon Farm & Village
Features 15 historic buildings that trace the history of Kendall County plus an 1819 Chicago Burlington & Quincy caboose, a fully-stocked general store, an 1840s schoolhouse, town hall, a working blacksmith shop, the Plano Train Depot, (c. 1850s) and Yorkville Firehouse (c. 1888).
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The Attic
The Attic is Zaplin Lampert Gallery's venue for selling artwork under $10,000. All works carry the unconditional Gallery guarantee. Here you will find paintings, watercolors and prints by familiar names - celebrated artists of New Mexico and the American West - as well as work by lesser known artists of quality who were active in the region during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Unlike the main gallery, in the Attic, our prices will be found listed once you click through the thumbnails to the full size image. Please contact the gallery via phone or e-mail if you are interested in purchasing, and please check back frequently for new additions and availability.

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We want the UK to be a leader in equality and human rights. At our best, we are defined by our tolerance, freedom and fairness.
There is also a strong economic argument for equality. If people are not able to reach their full potential, the economy suffers.
We are working toward a fairer society by improving equality and reducing discrimination and disadvantage for all, at work, in public and political life, and in people's life chances.
We prevent discrimination (including discrimination based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation) by:
- funding the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) and making sure it does its job well, by appointing the board and monitoring its work
- providing information, advice and support on discrimination through the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS)
- making it easier for disabled people to stand for election
- running a campaign to help reduce the pressure that popular culture places on people's body confidence
We support and protect the rights of women by:
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- providing grants to people who want to set up childcare businesses
We protect the rights of children by making sure UK government policies take account of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).
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making sure UK government policies take account of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Disabled People
encouraging the use of the social model of disability which says that disability is created by barriers in society
We support and protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, including by opening up marriage to same-sex couples.
We support the rights of British citizens abroad and use our influence to support international equality. Our aim is to support equal treatment and equality of opportunity internationally. We negotiate bilaterally and in the United Nations, European Union, Council of Europe, and Commonwealth to protect and support the rights of British citizens abroad. We use our influence to change culture and attitudes and support equality, in particular on gender, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGB&T) equality, leading by example.
The 2010 Equality strategy: building a fairer Britain set out the coalition government's approach to equality, based on the Equality Act 2010 .
The strategy set out a new approach, aimed at:
- changing culture and attitudes
- addressing the causes of inequality
- building a stronger, fairer and more cohesive society where equality is for everyone and is everyone's responsibility
It explains a new role for government, promoting equality through transparency and behaviour change and working with businesses, the voluntary sector and wider civil society to create equal opportunities for everyone.
More information on our previous activity is available on the National Archive
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The Equality Act 2010 bans unfair treatment and helps achieve equal opportunities in the workplace and in wider society. The Act prohibits unfair treatment in access to employment and private and public services regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. More information about the act is available in 'Equality Act 2010: guidance'
The Civil Partnership Act 2004 grants civil partnerships in the UK the same rights and responsibilities as marriage.
In January 2013, we introduced the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill to Parliament.


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Poor second-half shooting forced the Quarriers into a late comeback against Sioux Valley at the Michael J. Entringer Scholarship Classic Saturday in Brookings. But Dell Rapids couldn't close gap and fell 59-52 to the highly-ranked Cossacks.After falling behind 16-11 in the first quarter, the Quarriers battled to a 26-26 tie at half. But untimely errors on offense coupled with hot Sioux Valley shooters had Dell Rapids reeling in the third quarter – they were outscored 17-7 in the frame."Sioux Valley made a big run on us in the third quarter as they hit some perimeter shots, and we missed some shots we usually make," said Quarrier head coach Jason Fersdahl.Down by 10 to start the fourth, the Quarriers fought back to bring the deficit to within two possessions on multiple occasions. But consistent free-throw shooting from Sioux Valley kept Dell Rapids from closing the gap completely."I am proud that our team fought back in the fourth quarter, and we had some good opportunities to cut it to a one possession game late," Fersdahl said. "But credit Sioux Valley for consistently hitting their free throws down the stretch and maintaining their lead."On the night, Cossack shooters went 18 of 25 from behind the free throw line, compared to a six of 10 effort from the Quarriers.Fersdahl said his 2-1 squad made too many mistakes against a quality opponent, ultimately putting a win out of reach. "Sioux Valley is a long and athletic team that plays great defense and shows good patience on offense," he said. "We gave up too many second chance opportunities on offensive rebounds in the second half, and good teams really make you pay for those mistakes."Ty Hoglund had a team-high 12 points for the Quarriers, while Zach White and Ben Hammer each scored 10 points.Sioux Valley's Tayt Vincent had a game high of 19 points.White and Cody Nielsen each had seven rebounds for Dell Rapids.The Quarriers' next contest is Saturday in Elk Point.
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Jim thought he had lost his sex drive forever after he got the prostate cancer operation, so around that time he decided he was done with me. I'm convinced there was no one with whom Jim was fully honest, and while this blackmail shenenigan was the straw that broke the camel's back, there were many more underlying issues. Jim was extremely depressed, avoidant and a liar to the core. To say he was not a happy man is a tremendous understatement. Its like he didn't want to believe he was the victim of a scam so that he could do what he had probably contemplated many times before.
I found out he committed suicide about an hour ago, and I still don't even know how I feel about it. my first reaction was not grief but rather an inexplicable sense of dissociation from reality.
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The Igloo® Island Breeze 28-quart Rolling Cooler is a must-have accessory for your active lifestyle. Ideal for camping, tailgating and days spent at the beach, this cooler weighs only 6.7 pounds and holds up to thirty-seven beverage cans! Made of durable polyethylene, the Island Breeze 28-quart roller cooler is also odor-resistant.
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activated carbon Companies in Marshall Islands
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We are a specialized manufacturer and exporter of coal base activated carbon in China. We can supply the pelletized, granular and powdered activated carbon. Our products are manufactured according to the QUALITY SYSTEM ISO9002, and the goods are exported to USA, EUROPE, JAPAN, KOREA , etc.
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Epochemmie is an experienced and responsible worldwide supplier,which is focus on high quality activated carbon and other filter media and adsorbents. These filter medias are included Activated Carbon, Anthracite filter media,Cation resins & Anion resins, Molecular sieve and Activated alumina.With more than 20years experiecen, Epochemmie can supply more than 30 ...
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Alto Wine Trail Loft
Located on Main Street in historic downtown Alto Pass, the Alto Wine Trail Loft provides 2 new units, both with 2 bedrooms offering unique accommodations for experiencing the wineries and wilderness of Southern Illinois. An alternative to cabins in Southern Illinois, the Wine Loft is a vacation loft rental in Southern Illinois. A unique getaway in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest, the Loft is a private vacation rental, close to Giant City, Southern Illinois University, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. The historic building that is home to the Wine Loft was constructed in 1912 as a general store. The Loft renovations used environmentally friendly material and preserved as much of the original brick work and exterior as possible.
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America's Best Inn - Marion
50 rooms & 3 Jacuzzi suites. Offers free parking and accommodations such as complimentary continental breakfast and broadband internet. Some in-room amenities include hair dryer, microwave and refrigerator.
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Located in the heart of Carbondale. Minutes away from Southern Illinois University Campus, Carbondale City Hall/Civic Center, John A. Logan College, shopping and restaurants. 10 minutes from the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds.
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Welcome to the Americas Best Value Inn- Murphysboro, which is located in the heart of beautiful Jackson County. We are just west off of I-57, approx. 20 miles to Carbondale. We are a newly remodeled property with a clean and comfortable home feeling.
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Welcome to the Americas Best Value Inn of West Frankfort, Illinois located just off I-57 at Exit 65. We offer you a clean and friendly environment for your stay in West Frankfort.
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America's Best Value Inn - Cheekwood Inn
Located at exit #18 off I-57, offering 40 modern rooms with inside corridors and an indoor swimming pool.
America's Best Value Inn - Marion
Motel with 90 rooms including a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee pot. Easy on/easy off access to I-57, exit 54A. Offers: Indoor heated pool, free Wi-Fi, and a hot breakfast.
Americas Best Value Inn - West Frankfort
The inn is located right on Factory Outlet Blvd. It is close to many attractions, shopping destinations, and restaurants. Complimentary wireless hi-speed Internet access is available for all guests. They offer large suites and rooms with one or two beds.There are rooms furnished for handicap access also available and some rooms have exterior access. Just walking distance from the Factory Outlet Mall.
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Anderson Cabin - Vienna
Cabin sleeps 4, kitchen, bath. Fishing at front door, remote location, joins Goose Pond on North.
Anna Plaza Motel
16-room motel, restaurants within walking distance. Credit cards accepted. Pets allowed. Free local calls. Cable TV with remotes.
Arrowhead Lake and Campground
Located on the northeast corner of Johnston City, this 35-acre lake includes a paved boat ramp for fishing, walking path, and campground. Only electric motors and canoes are permitted. You will find largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, black and white crappie, and channel catfish in this small reservoir. Pedal boat rentals are available from July-September.
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Barton House B&B
A brand new in a "fancy farm setting", offering soothing decor & pampering So IL style. 3 special gardens – butterfly (featuring a stunning bronze butterfly seating area), heirloom plantings, & seasonal. Close to SIU, shopping, & many area attractions.
Bell Hill Bed & Breakfast
On a hill in Union County, Illinois, just outside of Cobden, stands a Historic Mansion with 5 guest rooms available. Every room provides all the conveniences of home to help make your stay as stress free as possible. Complimentary bottled water, cookies, chips, and chocolates also come with every room. Like traveling to a different time, each day spent in this home resonates the rich history of the land and the people who love it. Historic Bell Hill is the perfect place for large and small outdoor weddings or, if you prefer, a more intimate setting indoors is available for smaller weddings. Catering services are available.
Best Western Plus - Marion Hotel
Best Western Plus - Marion Hotel is conveniently located off I-57 at Exit 53, and is a short walk from Cracker Barrel and 20's Hideout Restaurants. This hotel has 78 rooms. Some amenities include free parking, indoor pool, laundry service, business center, on-site fitness center, and complimentary breakfast.
Best Western Saluki Inn
Built in 1998, nice decor, close to Giant City State Park. Located within walking distance to shopping, the University Mall and restaurants.
Big Creek Cabins
Big Creek Cabins is the perfect place for a romantic weekend or quick getaway from the busy rush of daily life. The moment you check-in to our fully furnished luxury log cabin, you can't help but to slow down and relax. Unwind and get chin deep in the hot tub on the large cover decks overlooking a private pond all situated on 20 very secluded acres. Perhaps enjoy a game a pool on the executive pool table by the fireplace with family or good friends. There are many reasons why Big Creek Cabins is quickly becoming the most popular cabin retreat in Southern Illinois, but we want to personally invite you to a place where memories are made and experience them first hand.
Big Sky Cabins
Big Sky Cabins is a private 4 bedroom vacation cabin available for nightly rental in Southern Illinois. Currently 2 cabins are available for a getaway to peace and nature. Located in the middle of the Shawnee National Forest and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, the cabins are perfect for large groups, weddings parties, honeymoons, or just a nice getaway. Big Sky Cabins provides the most private getaway on the Southern Illinois Wine Trail. At night, build a big fire and look up at all the stars in the sky.
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Blue Sky Suites
Suites over the tasting room at Blue Sky Winery, with beautiful views of the vineyards and pond.
Blue Sky Vineyard
Along the majestic Shawnee Hills Wine Trail you'll find Blue Sky Vineyard—a stunning Tuscan-inspired winery and vineyard. Stroll through the vineyards, enjoy wine tastings, and relax on the outdoor terrace with the rolling countryside as your tapestry.
Boars Nest Cabins
Located close to most of the award winning wineries of Southern Illinois, the Boars Nest will be off the beaten path yet still close to town in a peaceful atmosphere. All non-smoking cabins with packages available, including meals, drinks, transportation.
Bruce Goff Castle Bed & Breakfast
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Cabin at Mountain Glen
The Cabin boasts a vaulted great room with fireplace, full kitchen, a luxurious main floor master bedroom and bath with a custom 2 person shower and Jaccuzi tub. The huge second floor lofted bedroom and 1/2 bath overlooks 20 acres of pasture and wildlife.
Cabin by the Pond
Provides you with rustic luxury for your well deserved vacation, romantic weekend getaway or business retreat in Southern Illinois. All the luxuries of home – leave your cares & worries behind you while you relax in Carbondale. Cabin one has 4 beds, 3 baths, sleeps up to 4 couples in private rooms (2 futons are also available.) - 10 person normal occupancy can accommodate more. Cabin 2 sleeps 4, Cabin 3 sleeps 2 or 4. Private beach area, pond area, swimming, fishing, canoes & much more. Wheelchair accessible.


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With improved anti-HIV drug therapy, HIV infected patients are now living longer. These patients are at risk for liver and kidney failure and may need organ transplants. However, little is know about the safety and effectiveness of organ transplants in patients with HIV. This study will evaluate organ transplantation in HIV infected patients undergoing liver and kidney transplants.
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HIV Infections Kidney Disease Liver Disease |
Study Type: | Observational |
Study Design: | Observational Model: Cohort Time Perspective: Prospective |
Official Title: | Solid Organ Transplantation in HIV: Multi-Site Study |
- Subject survival [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- graft survival [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- Opportunistic complications [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- CD4+ T cell counts and HIV-1 RNA levels [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- viral markers and host-response (CFC and ELISPOT) to viral co-pathogens, including HBV, HCV,CMV, EBV, HHV-6, HHV-8, and HPV [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- rejection rates and markers of alloresponse [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
- pharmacokinetic interactions between immunosuppressive agents and antiretrovirals [ Time Frame: 5 years ] [ Designated as safety issue: Yes ]
Biospecimen Retention: Samples Without DNA
Whole Blood, serum, PBMC, kidney and liver biopsy slides, saliva, spleen tissue
Enrollment: | 275 |
Study Start Date: | October 2003 |
Study Completion Date: | August 2013 |
Primary Completion Date: | August 2013 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure) |
HIV infected people are at significant risk for end stage organ disease. Prior to the advent of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART), these people were often not considered transplant candidates based on concern about potential adverse effects of immunosuppressive drugs on HIV disease progression. However, with the use of HAART, HIV infected people have experienced significant improvements in morbidity and mortality. HIV infected people with end stage kidney and liver disease are now potential candidates for transplantation, yet patients and clinicians lack the necessary data to determine the safety and efficacy of transplantation and immunosuppression in this group. This lack of conclusive data has led to continued denial of care by many transplant centers and third party payers, resulting in frustration and confusion for both patients and their health care providers.
This study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of solid organ transplantation in people with HIV infection by following a prospective, multi-center cohort of HIV infected people who undergo kidney or liver transplantation. The long-term goals are: 1) to provide patients and clinicians with information regarding the HIV-specific risks of transplantation; 2) to provide clinicians with information necessary to manage immunosuppressive and HAART medications together; and 3) to understand underlying basic science mechanisms that explain patient outcomes so that clinical management can be adjusted to improve outcomes.
Approximately 150 kidney and 125 liver transplant patients will be enrolled in this study over a 3-year period at medical research centers throughout the United States. Participants will be enrolled in the study for five years from the day of the transplant.
Ages Eligible for Study: | 1 Year and older |
Genders Eligible for Study: | Both |
Accepts Healthy Volunteers: | No |
Sampling Method: | Probability Sample |
HIV-positive patients who undergo kidney or liver transplantation.
Inclusion Criteria for All Participants:
- HIV infection
- Undetectable HIV viral load
- Meet all eligibility requirements for a transplant (same requirements that HIV uninfected patients must meet)
- Willing to take medication to prevent certain infections
- Willing to undergo frequent monitoring, including liver biopsies, and treatment, if participant has hepatitis B or C virus infection
- Willing to submit laboratory test results within 7 days of blood draw
- Willing to notify the transplant team before changing any medications
- If participant has a history of HIV-related cancers or opportunistic infections, some additional eligibility criteria must be met.
Inclusion Criteria for Patients Undergoing Kidney Transplant:
- CD4 count greater than 200 cells/mm3. CD4 count requirement for children will be based on child's age. Participant cannot have used the drugs IL-2 or GM-CSF in order to increase the CD4 count in the 6 months prior to transplant.
Inclusion Criteria for Patients Undergoing Liver Transplant:
- CD4 count greater than 100 cells/mm3. CD4 count requirement for children will be based on child's age. Some participants with certain HIV-related diseases must have a CD4 count that is greater than 200 cells/ml for the 6 months prior to study entry.
Exclusion Criteria for All Participants:
- Pregnancy
- Significant wasting or weight loss
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT00074386
United States, California | |
Cedar-Sinai Hospital | |
Los Angeles, California, United States, 90035 | |
University of California, San Francisco | |
San Francisco, California, United States, 94105 | |
United States, District of Columbia | |
Georgetown University | |
Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20007 | |
Washington Hospital Center | |
Washington, District of Columbia, United States, 20010-2975 | |
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University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Medical Center | |
Miami, Florida, United States, 33136 | |
United States, Georgia | |
Emory University | |
Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30322 | |
United States, Illinois | |
Northwestern University | |
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60611 | |
Rush University | |
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60612 | |
University of Chicago | |
Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60637 | |
United States, Louisiana | |
Tulane University | |
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70112 | |
United States, Maryland | |
Johns Hopkins University | |
Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21287 | |
University of Maryland | |
Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21201 | |
United States, Massachusetts | |
Beth Israel Deaconess | |
Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02215 | |
United States, New York | |
Columbia Presbyterian Hospital | |
New York, New York, United States, 10032 | |
Mt. Sinai Medical Center | |
New York, New York, United States, 10029 | |
United States, Ohio | |
The University Hospital, Cincinnati | |
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45219-2316 | |
Cleveland Clinic | |
Cleveland, Ohio, United States, 44195 | |
United States, Pennsylvania | |
Drexel University College of Medicine | |
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19102 | |
University of Pennsylvania | |
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19104 | |
University of Pittsburgh, Thomas E. Starzl Institute | |
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15213-2582 | |
United States, Virginia | |
University of Virginia | |
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22908-0265 |
Principal Investigator: | Peter Stock, MD | University of California, San Francisco | |
Principal Investigator: | Michelle Roland | University of California, San Francisco |
Additional Information:
Additional publications automatically indexed to this study by ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier (NCT Number):
Responsible Party: | University of California, San Francisco |
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: | NCT00074386 History of Changes |
Obsolete Identifiers: | NCT00023478, NCT00473629 |
Other Study ID Numbers: | 1U01AI052748, 1U01AI052748 |
Study First Received: | December 11, 2003 |
Last Updated: | January 16, 2014 |
Health Authority: | United States: Federal Government |
Keywords provided by University of California, San Francisco:
HIV Transplant Liver Kidney |
Organ Treatment Experienced Kidney Transplant Liver Transplant |
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Kidney Diseases Liver Diseases Digestive System Diseases Urologic Diseases |
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From User Experience To Customer Experience
When I joined the Customer Experience team at Forrester Research in 2004, I thought the group had an odd name. At the time, I was a practicing interaction designer and an active member of the user experience community. In addition, the topics of my new team's research reports rarely strayed from how companies could improve digital channels like websites, kiosks, and IVR systems—clear UX topics in my mind. In contrast, there was no customer experience community at the time, and I heard almost no one outside of Forrester using the term. As a result, the phrase "user experience" flowed much more naturally in both my mind and conversation, and I had to force myself to say the word "customer" when I talked with clients.
That started to change around 2007. Our group began writing reports about the "voice of the customer" (which, at first, just sounded like good old fashioned user research to me). We spent hours upon hours helping digital teams make the broader business case for improving customer interactions. And we debated whether or not large corporations would ever appoint chief experience officers.
Then, quite suddenly, the debate was over. 2010 brought with it a surge in the number of top executives charged with improving interactions that spanned the entire customer journey. Sure, chief customer officers (as we now call them) had existed for years in a handful of B2C companies—most famously, Jeanne Bliss at Lands' End—but in 2010 we saw these execs popping up by the dozens in B2C and B2B industries as diverse as financial services, technology, manufacturing, and shipping.
Now, as we approach the end of 2012, the business discipline of customer experience, or CX, has gone mainstream. It's got its own professional organization, the CXPA. It's acknowledged as a key competitive differentiator, even by those who prefer spreadsheets to sticky notes. It's discussed in boardrooms and in media within the context of corporate earnings.
What's the reason behind these fairly swift business changes? What market forces have been at work?
In our new book, Outside In, my co-author Harley Manning and I explain that we've entered a new era: the age of the customer. Competitive differentiators of the past—manufacturing strength, distribution power, and information mastery—have each been commoditized and are now easily accessible to every company (and, let's face it, any enterprising individual with a smartphone). This has led to mass digital disruption and dissolution of traditional industry boundaries. The giant auto manufacturers don't just compete against each other, for example, but against car sharing services like Zipcar. We've seen similar disruptions in nearly every industry.
Compounding these issues is the fact that a few customer experience leaders—companies like Apple, Disney, Starbucks, and Zappos—are constantly resetting expectations for the types of company/customer interactions people feel entitled to have. And if people don't get what they want, companies now hear about it in very public ways. That's because, of course, over the past five or so years, social media has shifted the balance of power from corporations to people.
The net effect of these still fairly recent changes is that today, a focus on the customer matters more than any other strategic imperative—a focus I think will hold steady for several decades to come.
So what does CX mean for UX?
As technology and human behavior have been shifting the outside market landscape, UX professionals have been steadily reframing the focus of organizations from the inside, nudging them to think and act in more customer-centric ways. The good news is that this trend will continue. The even better news is that it will become increasingly easy for UX folks to do great work. That's because they'll have to spend less time and energy making the business case for things like customer research and iterative prototyping and testing. MBA-types that might have brushed off these key activities in the past will soon inherently appreciate their value.
The age of the customer provides new career opportunities, as well. Some UX folks will take their passion for customers and for human-centered design and apply it more broadly across enterprise-wide customer experience efforts. That's the path taken by Fred Leichter at Fidelity Investments. Leichter designed one of Fidelity's earliest websites, led the company's digital user experience design team for years, and, in 2010, took the position of Chief Customer Experience Officer. In this new role, he's helping people across Fidelity's various business units adopt design thinking in order to foster greater customer understanding and innovation.
Whether you choose to stay focused on UX or to drive CX initiatives across an entire organization, if you're a user experience professional, you're poised to flourish in the age of the customer. But customer experience is charging ahead—with or without you—and to succeed you'll need to align your work with these initiatives. This is a critical point, because despite the very obvious (and mutually beneficial) connections that I see between the two fields, there's little to no convergence today. Very few people in the CX space talk about (let alone understand) UX, and the UX world seems largely disinterested in non-digital touchpoints. (Call centers? Yawn.)
So what can you do? If you're working in an internal UX group, start by introducing yourself to whoever's leading your company's CX efforts. Chances are this person has come from a marketing, sales, or operations role—and that means that they may not even know that your UX group exists. It also means this newly minted customer czar probably has little idea of what human-centered design entails or how closely aligned CX and UX really are. So take the time to explain your approach and show how it can be leveraged across all of your company's products, services, and interactions. If you're working at a UX agency, ask your clients about their CX initiatives and explore the possibility of expanding your reach. And, if you're in a position to do so, invite CX professionals to participate in the UX community—on sites like this, in print publications, and at conferences.
Because to get to what we're all really after—useful, easy, and enjoyable experiences—we need to create greater communication and collaboration between these fields.
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A great article that helps to tie the two practices together. Thanks for putting it into words! Companies need both and it is more efficient and productive for the company (and by the way nice for the customer) if they are closely aligned within the organization. Any chance you are working on a part 2? It would be helpful to have an article that briefly explains each of these two disciplines and gives a few examples of how they align. I struggled to find something like this a while back when I was explaining the differences (and similarities) to folks on our cross functional team. You start into that in the last paragraph. Just a thought! Thanks again!
Thanks for the great article Kerry. I myself practice experience design and have been personally struggling with the word 'user' for a long time now. To me, the word 'user' is very ambiguous since any of a fan, a customer, a first-timer or a by-passer be a user of the system. And hence the term constraints designers to focus on 'interface' so that it can satisfy anyone interacting with a screen or set of screens.
I think, the moment I replace the word 'user' with something more relevant like a player, a customer, or a reader, suddenly the scope of conversation widens and its no longer just about the interface but a person's expectations from the ecosystem of product/service offerings. And hence like you mentioned, designers have to strive to not just give the best interactive experience, but also offer then reasons to stick against the competition.
Your article reminded me of the time when 'user experience' was a buzz word and the evangelists explained gone are the days of usability as matrix of success, its now a given and we need to look at what experience we are delivering. Now I guess what you are saying is that user experience is a given, we need to look at the ecosystem of offerings and deliver customers a lucrative reason to access each of those offerings.


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With the desire to attract more customers to your S6 store, I've posted this image at: http://pinterest.com/pixel404/s6-random-favorites/ Here's another link that might be of interest: http://blog.shareaholic.com/2012/01/p...l-traffic/ The data in the shareaholic article is from January... Pinterest has grown exponentially since then! Cheers!
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Like you Frananne I wouldn't like to lose any of my senses especially my sight. Guess I'm still selfish and self centred to a degree. I can accept Gods will for other people but if the same thing happened to me God and I would have a serious falling out!
But its good to share that stuff and get it out in the open. Guess the whole point of having a faith is so we can keep and even keel when unpleasant things happen in our lives. These are usually things we think will happen to other people but it begs the question if God loves all his children why should they happen to anyone?
Best of luck with your recovery, PS, was Looper any good? Its on every bill board over here.
Got a days work to do at home on the computer, this being my favourite distraction is holding me back, byeee!
Enjoying Life
PPS, think the G word you refer to Dallas could either be Greed or Gluttony, either one would fit the bill in my case. Sometimes I think the only predictable and stable part of my drinking character was my unpredictable instability.


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The Miami Heat won both regular-season games from the Lakers, leaving Kobe Bryant denouncing his teammates' work ethic after the first and heading back on the court for late-night personal shooting practice after the second.
The Dallas Mavericks won all four postseason games from the Lakers, smashing the three-peat dream and leaving both Lamar Odom and Andrew Bynum committing flagrant fouls of wild frustration in the final game.
Click on the photo for 10 things Kobe could've done.
There's still no doubting the Lakers could've been the best again in the 2010-11 NBA season, but the Heat and Mavericks were the ones in the NBA Finals because they did a lot more things right – especially as the playoffs neared and began – than the Lakers.
Now that Dallas has finished it off, the title is officially the Lakers' no more – and I'll break down where each of the Lakers' nine rotation players failed this season in a slideshow series listing 10 things each guy could've done to get the Lakers back to the NBA Finals.
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Citi streakers: Nats look to stay hot in Queens
Gee squares off with Strasburg as Mets try to reverse trend
The Nationals will aim to stay perfect at Citi Field in 2014 on Thursday night in the series finale against the Mets.
Washington is 5-0 in New York this season, but its success at the Mets' ballpark has not been limited to the past five months. Since June 28, 2013, the Nationals -- who maintained a five-game lead in the National League East with a 3-2 win Wednesday night -- are 11-1 at Citi Field, including a 10-win streak and two series sweeps. A win Thursday would make it three.
Right-hander Stephen Strasburg will look to continue the Nationals' success when he takes the mound against Mets starter Dillon Gee.
Strasburg is coming off a putrid outing in which he surrendered seven earned runs on seven hits, including four home runs, in a 7-6 loss to the Braves.
"I just didn't execute pitches when I needed to," said Strasburg, who is 8-10 with a 3.68 ERA on the season.
Gee, meanwhile, returned to his first-half form his last time out against the Phillies on Saturday. He spun seven innings of one-run ball and only surrendered three hits.
It was the right-hander's first quality start since July 9, when he made his first appearance since returning from the disabled list after missing nearly a month because of a strained right lat.
"I was really, really impressed," Mets manager Terry Collins said of Gee's performance. "I was extremely happy for him, because we need him. We need to see what he was giving us in the first half -- that first two months, anyway. If he gets back, that's really going to make a difference right now."
Nationals: Werth sidelined with AC joint sprain
Right fielder Jayson Werth underwent an MRI on his injured right shoulder Tuesday night, and the results revealed an AC joint sprain. He received a cortisone shot in the shoulder on Wednesday and will not be available for the at least the next couple of days.
Werth hurt the shoulder making a catch against the Phillies last week at Nationals Park. The right-handed slugger has been out of the starting lineup in three of the past four games.
"He should be good to go [in a couple of days]. It's one of those things where it's kind of a painful thing," manager Matt Williams said. "There is no structural damage, no issues or anything else in the pictures. The cortisone shot will calm it down to get the inflammation out of there as quickly as possible. But during the process, he can't play. He has to shut it down for a couple of days at least."
Mets: Torres tipping pitches?
After Nationals outfielder Michael Taylor shot a fastball over the right-field wall Tuesday night for his first home run in the Majors, the chatter in the Mets dugout wasn't about Taylor's impressive big league debut. Instead, they wondered whether reliever Carlos Torres has been tipping his pitches.
Tuesday marked the fourth consecutive outing -- and the sixth time in his last eight games -- in which Torres has yielded a long ball. Torres' ERA has risen to 3.76 from 2.88 in that span, and he now leads all Mets relievers in home runs allowed (10). His last three outings have all been against the Nationals.
"Location, location, location. There's not much else to say," Collins said. "This guy has really pitched well, and right now he's making mistakes in the middle of the plate. As a matter of fact, we talked in the dugout about possibly maybe he's tipping somehow, because he's getting hit way too hard."
Torres, though, seemed confident that was not the case. He believes he's discovered the issue, but for now he wants to stay mum on the specifics.
"I'm not going to share. I have very strong suspicions as to why [I've struggled]," Torres said "Nothing to do with tipping pitches."
Worth noting
• Nationals center fielder Denard Span's 36-game on-base streak ended Tuesday night when he went 0-for-5 with a strikeout in the team's 7-1 victory over the Mets. Span was out of the starting lineup on Wednesday but entered the game in the bottom of the eighth inning for Kevin Frandsen.
• Mets starter Matt Harvey threw 27 pitches from a mound Wednesday in Port St. Lucie, Fla., during his continued rehab from Tommy John surgery.
Daniel Popper is an associate reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.


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