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Wind tower supplier wins contract, forecasts sales growth
Broadwind Energy Corp. is forecasting sales growth in 2013, in part because orders of wind towers made in Manitowoc are picking up after Congress renewed an investment tax credit.
Sales of towers and weldments, including those made in Manitowoc, fell in the fourth quarter as wind development stalled ahead of the expiration of the tax credit.
Congress then renewed the credit on Jan. 1 as part of the "fiscal cliff" legislation. »Read Full Blog Post(7)
Bucks go with Ellis down stretch
Dallas - Monta Ellis said simply, "I play basketball. Whatever the team needs me to do, I'm willing to do."
Ellis finished a tight game playing the point guard role and led the Bucks to a 95-90 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday night at American Airlines Center. Milwaukee snapped a three-game slide since the all-star break.
Point guard Brandon Jennings sat on the bench for the final 3 minutes, 2 seconds as coach Jim Boylan went with a lineup of Ellis, J.J. Redick, Mike Dunleavy, Ersan Ilyasova and Larry Sanders. »Read Full Article(30)
Badgers' victory tightens Big Ten race
Madison - Wisconsin, the No. 6 three-point shooting team in the Big Ten entering play Tuesday night, gave fans at the Kohl Center a long-range shooting display in the first 20 minutes they'll be talking about for weeks.
Top-ranked Indiana, winner of four consecutive games, fell to a Minnesota team that had lost four of its last five games and had looked ugly at times.
The race for the league championship tightened again. Welcome to Big Ten basketball, which provides a plethora of drama each night. »Read Full Article(21)
Nutritionist Nevin Scrimshaw's work saved 'countless lives' worldwide
Milwaukee native Nevin S. Scrimshaw, a pioneering nutritionist whose decades of groundbreaking work saved lives in developing countries, died Feb. 8 of congestive heart failure in Plymouth, N.H. He was 95.
"He has left a mark in that field which is unmatched by anyone else," said Irwin Rosenberg, former dean of the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University and chairman of the Nevin Scrimshaw International Nutrition Foundation at Tufts.
Scrimshaw was blessed with longevity and energy, and his work over seven decades was unrelenting. He was a founder, a writer, a teacher. »Read Full Article
Older Milwaukeeans hit hard by flu
Older Milwaukeeans with flu-related illnesses were hospitalized at a rate significantly above the national average this flu season, and public health officials aren't sure why.
Reduced access to medical care and underlying chronic health conditions among minorities living in poverty may have something to do with it, said Paul Biedrzycki, director of disease control and environmental health for the Milwaukee Health Department.
While the elderly always have been vulnerable to influenza because of their weakened immune systems, hospitalization rates nationwide for people 65 and older are among the highest in a decade - 154.3 per 100,000 people, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. »Read Full Article(1)
Heavy snow creates sloppy conditions
A thick band of snow swept into southeastern Wisconsin on Tuesday, canceling some flights, slowing down evening commuters and causing anxiety among those who have to hit the streets Wednesday morning.
Snow began falling Tuesday afternoon and by evening Milwaukee County had 1 to 3 inches. Elsewhere, 3 to 5 inches had fallen in Kenosha County, 2 to 4 inches in Racine and southern Walworth counties, and 1 to 2 inches in much of Rock County, northern Walworth County and southeastern parts of Jefferson and Waukesha counties.
The heavy wet snow, combined with stiff winds of 20 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph, limited visibility. »Read Full Article
Motorist killed on Highway 11 in Walworth County
A motorist was killed in Walworth County shortly before 11:30 a.m. Tuesday when he lost control of his vehicle on State Highway 11, crossed the centerline and was struck broadside by a milk tanker semitrailer, the sheriff's office said.
The driver of the semi was not injured.
The crash happened east of Old 89 Road in the Town of Darien, the sheriff's office said.
With union law in court, MATC approves faculty contract
The Milwaukee Area Technical College Board Tuesday night voted 5-3 to approve a one-year contract for full- and part-time faculty and paraprofessionals.
A final copy of the agreement, which will run from Feb. 16, 2014 through Feb. 15, 2015, should be available within the next three weeks, said MATC spokeswoman Kathleen Hohl.
According to a summary of the agreement ratified by Local 212 of the American Federation of Teachers, there will be no general wage increase for the contract year, the employee health care contribution has been increased to 12.6% and workers must pay full cost of the their contribution into the Wisconsin Retirement System pension fund. »Read Full Article(19)
State banks rebounded in 2012, as earnings rose 72%
Earnings at Wisconsin banks rose 72% in 2012 as the banking industry continued bouncing back from the economic downturn.
Wisconsin's 266 banks had total profits of $839 million last year, up from $488 million in 2011, according to a report released Tuesday by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.
Last year only 9% of Wisconsin banks were unprofitable, compared with almost 14% in 2011 and 22% in 2010. »Read Full Article(8)
Angel fund geared to young firms starts with $5 million
A new angel fund - the first to focus on very young companies in southeastern Wisconsin - has launched with more than $5 million to invest.
Organizers of the Wisconsin Super Angel Fund raised money from more than 40 investors, including three foundations and an insurance company, said John Torinus Jr., a general partner and chairman of Serigraph Inc. in West Bend. Wisconsin Energy Foundation is among the investors, Torinus said.
Angel investors Jeff Rusinow and Jeff Harris, along with several experienced executives, will be part of the fund's investment committee. The new fund also will tap the expertise of more than 40 business people in the region to help with due diligence, serve on boards and guide exit strategies. Organizers will aim to sell the companies or have other exits within three to five years of making an investment, Torinus said. »Read Full Article(9)
Tribe opposing mine has its own water quality problems
The Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa has been a sharp critic of the potential threat of pollution from a proposed iron ore mine, but the tribe is also grappling with environmental problems of its own.
Federal records show numerous violations of water quality standards at the tribe's wastewater treatment system serving residents of Odanah in Ashland County.
The violations include excessive levels of E. coli and phosphorus, as well as periods when the tribe failed to report data at all. »Read Full Article(60)
Healthpoint, DFB to pay state nearly $900K
Madison - Wisconsin will receive almost $900,000 under a settlement with Texas-based Healthpoint Ltd. and DFB Pharmaceuticals.
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen said Tuesday the settlement resolves allegations that Healthpoint caused false claims to be submitted to the state's Medicaid program for an unapproved drug.
In December, the U.S. Justice Department announced Healthpoint and DFB Pharmaceuticals will pay up to $48 million to settle allegations that Healthpoint marketed a prescription skin ointment without approval from federal regulators. »Read Full Article(2)
Samuel Dalembert suspended for Dallas game
Dallas - Bucks reserve center Samuel Dalembert was suspended for Tuesday's game against Dallas after he arrived late for the team shootaround earlier in the day.
Bucks general manager John Hammond announced Dalembert was suspended for one game without pay due to a violation of team policy.
Bucks coach Jim Boylan said the suspension was due to a pattern of behavior rather than one specific incident. »Read Full Blog Post(15)
Some flight delays, cancellations at Mitchell airport, many at Chicago's O'Hare
Flights arriving and departing at Mitchell International Airport on Tuesday afternoon were intermittently delayed as runways were closed for plowing snow, airport spokeswoman Patricia Rowe said.
Runways generally close for about 20 minutes at a time as plows clear snow, Rowe said.
Most flights into and out of Mitchell remained close to schedule late Tuesday afternoon with no extended delays, airport spokesman Ryan McAdams said. »Read Full Article(1)
Gov. Scott Walker's approval numbers dip, poll by Democratic firm shows
Madison - Gov. Scott Walker's approval numbers saw a modest dip in the latest numbers from a Democratic-leaning polling firm.
The Republican governor's ratings are 48% approval to 49% disapproval, according to a survey by Public Policy Polling. In November, the firm found that 51% of Wisconsin voters approved of Walker to 46% who disapproved.
Walker leads all but one of the possible Democratic candidates included in the survey, running ahead of U.S. Rep. Ron Kind, Assembly Minority Leader Peter Barca, state Sen. Jon Erpenbach, former U.S. Rep. Steve Kagen, and Madison firefighter and union leader Mahlon Mitchell. »Read Full Article(82)
Top earners get much of Scott Walker cut but pay more in income tax
Madison - The highest-income taxpayers getting the biggest chunk of Gov. Scott Walker's proposed tax cut are paying an even larger share of the overall income tax in Wisconsin, a Journal Sentinel review has found.
The newspaper's analysis shows how many angles there are to seemingly simple questions - who benefits the most from the two-year $332 million income tax cut proposal and why? To get a fuller picture, the newspaper looked at figures from the Legislature's nonpartisan budget office and consulted with other tax experts.
Here's the upshot: State projections show the top fifth of taxpayers - those making more than $100,000 a year - would receive just under half the benefits from the Republican governor's proposed tax cut in 2014. »Read Full Article(586)
Healthpoint, DFB Pharmaceuticals to pay state almost $900,000
Wisconsin will receive a payment of $890,229 from Healthpoint Ltd. and its general partner DFB Pharmaceuticals as part of a settlement to resolve allegations that Healthpoint caused false claims to be submitted to the state's Medicaid program for an unapproved drug, Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen said Tuesday.
The payment is part of a $48 million settlement announced by the U.S. Department of Justice in December. Nationally, Healthpoint and DFB will pay roughly $33 million to settle claims involving Medicaid, the state-and-federal health program.
Healthpoint was sued in the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts for allegedly selling Xenaderm - a skin ointment used primarily to treat bed sores in nursing homes - without Food and Drug Administration approval. »Read Full Article(2)
Female sexuality workshop stirs controversy at Marquette University
Another female sexuality controversy is smoldering at Marquette University, more than two years after the university made national headlines for rescinding an offer of a deanship to a lesbian scholar over concerns her writings were incompatible with the school's Catholic mission and identity.
This time, the issue is a 12-week, student-led workshop called FemSex, modeled after courses at the University of California-Berkeley and Brown University to engage students in "the exploration of social forces through the lens of female sexuality."
Among the workshop activities that critics found objectionable: coloring anatomical images of vaginas, refered to by a reappropriated feminist term that many consider offensive. And, creating "an anonymous piece of erotica exploring fantasy and desire." »Read Full Blog Post(182)
Sheriff David Clarke accuses county executive of 'penis envy'
Milwaukee County Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. is becoming the Ann Coulter of Milwaukee politics.
Just when you think Clarke can't top the last thing he said or did, he surprises with something new and just as provocative.
Fresh off his interview on a national radio show whose host has peddled the idea that the 9-11 terrorist attacks were an inside job, Clarke is now accusing Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele of "penis envy" and is playing the race card in their ongoing dispute. »Read Full Blog Post(348)
Highway 33 to be widened in Washington County
A 1.5 mile segment of state Highway 33 in Washington County - between county Highway Z and Nabob Drive - will be expanded to four lanes this year as part of a $6.2 million construction project scheduled to begin the week of March 18, state transportation officials said Tuesday.
Four-lane pavement on Highway 33 west of West Bend and U.S. Highway 45 currently ends at Highway Z, but increased traffic warrants extending additional lanes farther west through the intersection with state Highway 144, according to the Department of Transportation. Curbs, gutters and storm sewers will be installed during reconstruction.
Two lanes of pavement in a 3.1-mile stretch of Highway 33 from Nabob Drive west to U.S. Highway 41 in the Town of Addison will be resurfaced this year as part of the project. »Read Full Article(9)
In-game chatter: Brewers vs. Mariners
Check in on our in-game blog as Journal Sentinel Brewers beat writers Tom Haudricourt and Todd Rosiak provide real-time analysis and color from the press box.
Today, Yovani Gallardo gets his first start of the spring as the Brewers play the Seattle Mariners at 2:05 p.m. at Maryvale Baseball Park. Here is the Brewers lineup for the game. Hunter Morris, 0 for 9 so far this spring, gets a start as designated hitter. (5)
Women workers in Wisconsin file new class action against Wal-Mart
The U.S. Supreme Court blocked a massive class-action lawsuit againt Wal-Mart by more 1.5 million of its women employees, so now smaller cases are hitting the courts, including a new one in Wisconsin.
Five Wisconsin women sued the retail giant in Madison federal court last week. The suit, which also seeks class-action status, claims Wal-Mart discriminated against female employees in the company's Region 14, which includes stores in Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana and Illinois.
Like the original Dukes v. Wal-Mart case in California, the Wisconsin case contends that women were subjected to less pay and fewer promotions than men because management felt men had families to support. »Read Full Blog Post(16)
Running Rebels shows value of keeping youths out of jail
Members of Running Rebels, a Milwaukee nonprofit that keeps some juvenile offenders out of prison, threw orange Milwaukee County Jail jumpsuits and yellow crime scene tape into a Dumpster on Tuesday morning, saying the city won't need them.
The organization said that since 1998 it has helped nearly 900 young people stay in their communities - young people who otherwise might have collectively served hundreds of thousands of days in state corrections facilities at taxpayer expense. Dawn Barnett, associate director, estimated the saving at $64 million.
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele said it costs about $100,000 a year to incarcerate a youth. »Read Full Article(18)
Wauwatosa officials support chain restaurant ban in East Tosa
Chain restaurants would be banned on the east end of North Avenue under a proposal introduced before Common Council members last week.
"This is not in any way anti-business," said Alderman Joel Tilleson, who introduced the plan. "On the contrary, it's aimed at preventing the risk of failure" of businesses that "may struggle to catch a break."
"The East Tosa Alliance has made great strides in the past few years at redeveloping parts of North Avenue," he said. "As a result of this, they've created a demand for retailers and developers to move into the area. The fluctuations that have resulted from that … allow for an opportunity for all of us to now tailor redevelopment." »Read Full Article(24)
Madison utility's earnings rise 11%
Madison utility company MGE Energy Inc. (MGEE) said its fourth-quarter earnings rose 11%, or $1.1 million, to $10.5 million in the fourth quarter, as colder weather drove an 11% increase in natural gas sales.
The parent company of Madison Gas & Electric Co. said its earnings were 46 cents a share, up from 41 cents the prior year. The utility said that the weather, based on heating degree days, was 9% colder than the last three months of 2011.
For the full year, net income rose 5.7% to $64.9 million, or $2.79 per share, from $60.9 million, or $2.64 a share, in 2011. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
New process is in place to help those in foreclosure
Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen and the Metro Milwaukee Foreclosure Mediation Program (MMFMP) have put in place a new process to help homeowners facing foreclosure who need mediation services.
Under mediation, the homeowner and the lender discuss ways to resolve the foreclosure case.
Earlier this month, Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Jeffrey Kremers signed a directive that requires notice of mediation in a foreclosure action. »Read Full Blog Post(1)
Falls school leaders will consider ways to trim more than $2 million from budget
Menomonee Falls - The Menomonee Falls School District will face some challenging decisions in the months ahead, as it prepares to reduce its proposed 2013-14 budget by $2.4 million to $2.6 million.
In an update to the School Board on Monday, Superintendent Patricia Greco explained that based on Gov. Scott Walker's proposed biennial budget, the district is now anticipating a zero increase in per pupil funding.
At that level, the district's 2013-14 revenues are anticipated to amount to about $47 million, with projected expenditures currently estimated at $49.4 million. »Read Full Article(30)
Former Pabst brewery gets green award
A hilltop site once famous for brewing Pabst Blue Ribbon beer, was named one of the greenest neighborhoods in the world Tuesday.
The redevelopment project at the former Pabst Brewing Company known as The Brewery won the highest designation for sustainable development practices from the U.S. Green Building Council. It was one of three neighborhoods in the U.S. and five in the world to be granted the LEED Platinum designation.
The building council's "neighborhood designation" is a new LEED category, given to entire swaths of development rather than individual buildings and projects. Awarded in conjunction with the Congress for New Urbanism and the Natural Resource Defence Council, it addresses wider issues of smart growth strategies and infrastructure. »Read Full Blog Post(6)
African-American-centric talk and music WMCS-AM changes formats
WMCS-AM (1290), the station whose talk and music format has served the African American community for twenty years is changing formats, it was announced Tuesday.
The format change was described as a "business decision" by Bill Hurwitz, vice president of the Milwaukee Radio Alliance, a partnership of Willie Davis' All Pro Broadcasting and Times Shamrock Inc. The group also owns WLDB-FM (93.3) and WLUM-FM (102.1).
"This decision was made by the owners, plural," he said. »Read Full Blog Post(42)
State certifies four start-ups for investor tax credits
Four start-ups have been certified for early stage business investment tax credits by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corp.
With the certification, the companies' financial backers will be eligible for a 25% tax credit on the amount they invest in the company.
The WEDC previously used "qualified new business venture" to describe the program, but has started calling it "early stage business investment" following a Journal Sentinel story that showed investors have been confused about the old term and how it related to capital gains tax breaks for investments in certain companies. »Read Full Article(2)
Cardinal Dolan in first round of Religion Newswriters' 'Sweet Sistine'
Just in time for March Madness, our friends at Religion News Service bring us the Vatican Edition: the Sweet Sistine. The first round includes two Americans, Cardinals Timothy Dolan of New York (former Archbishop of Milwaukee -- did we ever mention that?) and Boston's Sean O'Malley.
An American pope? Now, wouldn't that be a Cinderella story?
While we're on the subject: (4)
Brewers' Yovani Gallardo takes the mound this afternoon
Phoenix -- Yovani Gallardo makes his first exhibition start of the spring this afternoon, as the Milwaukee Brewers host the Seattle Mariners at Maryvale Baseball Park.
Gallardo wasn't sharp in his first game action of the spring last Friday, giving up home runs to Logan Schafer and Donnie Murphy in a two inning stint, so it'll be interesting to see how he bounces back today.
Also, Hunter Morris gets another start at designated hitter as he tries to break out of an 0-for-9 start. »Read Full Blog Post(3)
New Berlin plans to sell old schools to help pay for maintenance projects
New Berlin - With no one speaking at a public hearing Monday on selling the old Prospect Hill School and two other pieces of excess school property, the New Berlin School Board decided to pursue a plan to sell them plus the old Little Grove School thereby probably raising half a million dollars for badly needed repairs at schools that are still in use.
Whether the district will get that much for the properties is anybody's guess, said Roger Dickson, director of business services. Despite appraisals done last year, a property will bring only what someone will pay for it, he said.
The School Board has a long list of potential projects at the schools costing hundreds of thousands of dollars. Cash from the sale of excess property would pay for at least some of those projects, Dickson said. »Read Full Article(12)
EatStreet raises $2 million in angel investment funds
EatStreet, a Madison company with an online ordering system, has raised $2 million in a funding round led by Cornerstone Opportunity Partners LLC, a Northbrook, Ill., angel investment fund.
Great Oaks Venture Capital, Independence Equity Management LLC and Gener8tor also invested in the company, the company said.
EatStreet will use the money to expand into new markets. The company has information for about 850 restaurants in 20 markets, including Eau Claire, Oshkosh, Madison and Milwaukee. Users can access EatStreet's website or mobile apps to place orders with restaurants. »Read Full Article
Business lobby poll says public wants mine
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce, the state's largest business lobby, released the results of a poll on Tuesday showing the public supports changes in state mining laws, tailored to iron mining.
Sixty-two percent favored the mine; 24% opposed it. The poll was conducted by the Tarrance Group and queried 500 likely voters statewide.
Here is the the way the pollster phrased the lead question: "Would you support passing an iron mining bill to allow the creation of an iron mine and good-paying mining jobs in Wisconsin?" »Read Full Blog Post(13)
Glendale police say hotel party leads to arrest, discovery of drugs, weapons
A 21-year-old Milwaukee woman was arrested for an outstanding Glendale warrant and a stash of guns and drugs was discovered after police were called for a noise complaint to the Residence Inn, 7275 N. Port Washington Road, at 1:40 a.m. Feb. 17.
According to the Glendale police report:
The woman, who had signed a "no party" form, admitted renting the suite to host a party for her sister. There were more than a dozen people on the first level who were told to leave and did. »Read Full Article
Assisted Living Concepts sold to private equity firm
Assisted Living Concepts Inc., the Menomonee Falls company that operates 210 assisted living centers and senior residences, has agreed to be bought by TPG, a private equity firm, for $278.3 million.
Stockholders will receive $12 per Class A share and $12.90 cash for each Class B share.
The company's Class A common stock, which closed at $9.70 on Monday, closed at $11.91 on Tuesday. »Read Full Article(2)
Lawyer for SC Johnson heir argues for release of alleged victim's records
Racine - The defense attorney for an SC Johnson heir is pressing the Wisconsin Supreme Court for the medical records of a teenager whom the billionaire executive is accused of sexually assaulting.
The justices heard arguments Monday from Mark Richards, the attorney for Samuel Curtis Johnson. The Racine executive has pleaded not guilty to molesting the 18-year-old for three years, beginning when she was 12.
Richards said the defense is seeking the records to determine whether the teen ever reported sexual abuse allegations during therapy. The Racine Journal Times reported Tuesday that Richards contends two therapists who met with the girl never reported abuse, which they are mandated by law to do.
The criminal case against Johnson is on hold while the constitutional issues are resolved. The justices did not indicate when they would rule. (3)
Parent firm of Madison-based TDS Telecom buys New Mexico cable firm
Telephone and Data Systems Inc., the parent of Madison-based TDS Telecom, has agreed to acquire the assets of a cable television firm in New Mexico for $267.5 million, company officials said Tuesday.
The firm is Baja Broadband LLC, with headquarters in Alamogordo, N.M., that has about 285 employees and had $82.4 million in revenue in 2012.
Baja provides cable television, broadband and telephone service in Colorado, New Mexico, Texas and Utah. »Read Full Article
Ron Johnson: John Boehner could lose speakership
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) told Fox News this week that if House Speaker John Boehner allows tax increases as part of a deal to end sequestration, he could lose his job.
"I don't quite honestly believe that Speaker Boehner would be speaker if that happens," Johnson said. "I think he would lose his speakership. That'd would be my own personal opinion."
Here's more. »Read Full Blog Post(117)
Wisconsin tax fraud complaints on the rise
Madison - It's early in the tax season, but state officials say complaints about fraudulent filings are running high.
The state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection says more people are complaining that when they go to file a return, someone has already filed in their name. It's an attempt to steal someone else's refund.
Officials didn't provide numbers on complaints. But they said they've already led to one state lawsuit against a Milwaukee tax service owner who violated state consumer protection laws.
Officials say citizens should report any evidence of fraudulent filing immediately. (2)
Ald. Murphy rips Walker's residency plan
Ald. Michael Murphy says Gov. Scott Walker's plan to end residency rules for municipalities statewide "is one of the most serious and direct attacks on local control and local governance in the history of the State of Wisconsin."
Murphy, one of the most influential alderman on the 15-member council, said in a statement that it was baffling to him that the governor had cast aside "his usual disdain for big government meddling in the affairs of local municipalities.
"The governor and the state Legislature are interfering directly with local municipalities' abilities to manage their own policies and budgets. What ever happened to giving us the 'tools' we need to run our cities, towns, villages and counties?" »Read Full Blog Post(44)
Police say man called in bomb threats to get revenge on ex
Camillus Court East, a senior retirement home at 10100 W. Bluemound Road, was evacuated at 7:53 a.m. Feb. 21 due to multiple bomb threats allegedly called in by a jilted lover.
According to the Wauwatosa police report:
The suspect, a 31-year-old Milwaukee man, allegedly called the retirement home multiple times saying that he left a bomb on the second floor men's bathroom. He also called and said he was the man who made the fake bomb threat. During another call he said that a female employee had urged him to make the threats. When pressed for a name, he didn't answer and said only that he hoped she got fired. »Read Full Article(3)
ABC announces new 'Dancing With the Stars' cast
ABC announced its new "Dancing with the Stars" cast on "Good Morning, America," Tuesday. The new season begins on March 18. The contestants are: (7)
If you're a Brewers fan, get to know demand-based pricing
While the focus has rightly been on the baseball side of the Milwaukee Brewers organization, there are big changes on the ticket side of things.
This year, the Brewers are "all in" on what is known as demand-based pricing for many of the seats in Miller Park.
What is demand-based pricing? Demand-based pricing is a practice in which ticket pricers are adjusted upward or downward on a daily basis based on real-time market conditions such as team performance, a pitching matchup or even the weather. »Read Full Blog Post(23)
Racine, Kenosha, Waukesha lead pack in industrial development forecast
Racine, Kenosha and Waukesha counties are the southeastern Wisconsin markets most likely to see new light industrial development in 2013, according to a new forecast from commercial real estate brokerage Dickman Co.
The respective vacancy rates for industrial space in those counties were 3.1%, 9.4% and 4.1% at the end of 2012. The report said Kenosha County's vacancy rate is "deceptively high" due to its inventory being older, or not adaptable to current manufacturing and warehousing standards.
Milwaukee County, the largest market in southeastern Wisconsin's eight-county area, had a 9.1% vacancy rate. The overall area posted a 6.5% vacancy rate at the end of 2012, compared to 7.4% in 2011, according to Dickman.
"Based on the available data and our experience in the marketplace we anticipate an even stronger 2013, both in sales & leasing and development of industrial product," the report said. (3)
Walmart conducting petition effort for proposed New Berlin store
Anyone who has been to the Walmart in the New Berlin City Center lately knows that the store is inviting customers to sign a petition if they would like to see the Walmart Super Center proposed for Greenfield Avenue built.
The store has a display of where the controversial Walmart would be located, showing its placement including how far off the road it would be.
If shoppers pause at the display, a staff member invites them to sign the petition if they would like the store to be built. »Read Full Article(24)
On Tap Today: Did the Oscars get it right?
Pop quiz: What won the best animated and live action Oscars this year? (The Academy Awards was only two days ago.) The answers: "Paperman" and "Curfew."
Now here's another question for you: Did the Academy get it right?
You've got a chance to make that call this week: Landmark's Oriental Theatre, 2230 N. Farwell Ave., is still screening all the animated short nominees and live action short nominees as two separate presentations. Take in a double feature with the live action short films collection at 4:40 today and the animated collection at 9:35. Tickets are $7.50 for the matinee, $7.50 to $10 for the evening show.


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Analysis: Pres. Obama's Syria mission becomes muddier in its explanation to Congress
"I think there's a reasonable argument that the world may be less stable because of this, and that it may not deter another chemical weapons attack," Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., told Kerry.
Kerry began his testimony by saying no U.S. warriors would set foot in Syria. But he then sketched a compelling scenario — one in which, he said, "Syria imploded" or chemical weapons might be close to "falling into the hands" of al-Qaida-linked rebels — that might require them to do so. That set off a fusillade of questions from lawmakers about the apparent contradiction, forcing him to backtrack quickly.
"We are not contemplating boots on the ground at this time in any way, shape or form," he said at one point.
"There are no plans at this time for boots on the ground," he said a few minutes later.

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* Try to water plants early in the day or later in the afternoon to conserve water and cut down on plant stress. Do water early enough so that water has had a chance to dry from plant leaves prior to night fall. This is paramount if you have had fungus problems.
* Don't wait to water until plants wilt. Although some plants will recover from this, all plants will die if they wilt too much (when they reach the permanent wilting point).
* Consider water conservation methods such as drip irrigation, mulching, and xeriscaping. Drip systems which slowly drip moisture directly on the root system can be purchased at your local home and garden center. Mulches can significantly cool the root zone and conserve moisture.
* Consider adding water-saving gels to the root zone which will hold a reserve of water for the plant. These can make a world of difference especially under stressful conditions. Be certain to follow label directions for their use.
Conditions : Normal Watering for Outdoor Plants Normal watering means that soil should be kept evenly moist and watered regularly, as conditions require. Most plants like 1 inch of water a week during the growing season, but take care not to over water. The first two years after a plant is installed, regular watering is important for establishment. The first year is critical. It is better to water once a week and water deeply, than to water frequently for a few minutes.
A week to 10 days before planting, add 2 to 4 inches of aged manure or compost and work into the planting site to improve fertility and increase water retention and drainage. If soil composition is weak, a layer of topsoil should be considered as well. No matter if your soil is sand or clay, it can be improved by adding the same thing: organic matter. The more, the better; work deep into the soil. Prepare beds to an 18 inch deep for perennials. This will seem like a tremendous amount of work now, but will greatly pay off later. Besides, this is not something that is easily done later, once plants have been established. How-to : Preparing Containers Containers are excellent when used as an ornamental feature, a planting option when there is little or no soil to plant in, or for plants that require a soil type not found in the garden or when soil drainage in the garden is inferior. If growing more than one plant in a container, make sure that all have similar cultural requirements. Choose a container that is deep and large enough to allow root development and growth as well as proportional balance between the fully developed plant and the container. Plant large containers in the place you intend them to stay. All containers should have drainage holes. A mesh screen, broken clay pot pieces(crock) or a paper coffee filter placed over the hole will keep soil from washing out. The potting soil you select should be an appropriate mix for the plants you have chosen. Quality soils (or soil-less medias) absorb moisture readily and evenly when wet. If water runs off soil upon initial wetting, this is an indicator that your soil may not be as good as you think.
Prior to filling a container with soil, wet potting soil in the bag or place in a tub or wheelbarrow so that it is evenly moist. Fill container about halfway full or to a level that will allow plants, when planted, to be just below the rim of the pot. Rootballs should be level with soil line when project is complete. Water well. How-to : Planting Perennials Determine appropriate perennials for your garden by considering sun and shade through the day, exposure, water requirements, climate, soil makeup, seasonal color desired, and position of other garden plants and trees.
The best times to plant are spring and fall, when soil is workable and out of danger of frost. Fall plantings have the advantage that roots can develop and not have to compete with developing top growth as in the spring. Spring is more desirable for perennials that dislike wet conditions or for colder areas, allowing full establishment before first winter. Planting in summer or winter is not advisable for most plants, unless planting a more established sized plant.
To plant container-grown plants: Prepare planting holes with appropriate depth and space between. Water the plant thoroughly and let the excess water drain before carefully removing from the container. Carefully loosen the root ball and place the plant in the hole, working soil around the roots as you fill. If the plant is extremely root bound, separate roots with fingers. A few slits made with a pocket knife are okay, but should be kept to a minimum. Continue filling in soil and water thoroughly, protecting from direct sun until stable.
To plant bare-root plants: Plant as soon as possible after purchase. Prepare suitable planting holes, spread roots and work soil among roots as you fill in. Water well and protect from direct sun until stable.
To plant seedlings: A number of perennials produce self-sown seedlings that can be transplanted. You may also start your own seedling bed for transplanting. Prepare suitable planting holes, spacing appropriately for plant development. Gently lift the seedling and as much surrounding soil as possible with your garden trowel, and replant it immediately, firming soil with fingertips and water well. Shade from direct sun and water regularly until stable. How-to : Plant Bulbs It's time to plant bulbs.
Prevention and Control: keep weeds down and use screening on windows to keep them out. Remove or discard infested plants, keep them away from non-infested plants. Trap with yellow sticky cards or take advantage of natural enemies such as predatory mites. Sometimes a good steady shower of water will wash them off the plant. Consult your local garden center professional or county Cooperative extension office for legal chemical recommendations. Diseases : Bulb Rot Improperly stored bulbs, or bulbs that are too wet in their dormant stage (usually summer), will be susceptible to fungal diseases that cause them to rot. To prevent this, store bulbs properly when out of the ground. Avoid planting bulbs in poorly drained soils. Fusarium bulb rot can be a serious problem which attacks both the growing plant and stored bulb. Usually introduced by an infected bulb, corm, soil, or even tools, the fungus enters the plant through an abrasion in the tissue. This problem is worse in warm climates where temperatures rarely drop into the freezing range and can persist in soil that stays 60 to 70 degrees Farenheit. Prevention and Control: Buy bulbs that are firm, not mushy. Avoid planting new bulbs in areas where the disease has been present. Unfortunately, there is no treatment for Fusarium bulb rot. Remove all infected bulbs and soil in the immediate area. Fungi : Rusts Most rusts are host specific and overwinter on leaves, stems and spent flower debris. Rust often appears as small, bright orange, yellow, or brown pustules on the underside of leaves. If touched, it will leave a colored spot of spores on the finger. Caused by fungi and spread by splashing water or rain, rust is worse when weather is moist.
Prevention and Control: Plant resistant varieties and provide maximum air circulation. Clean up all debris, especially around plants that have had a problem. Do not water from overhead and water only during the day so that plants will have enough time to dry before night. Apply a fungicide labeled for rust on your plant. Fungi : Leaf Spots Leaf spots are caused by fungi or bacteria. Brown or black spots and patches may be either ragged or circular, with a water soaked or yellow-edged appearance. Insects, rain, dirty garden tools, or even people can help its spread.
Prevention and Control: Remove infected leaves when the plant is dry. Leaves that collect around the base of the plant should be raked up and disposed of. Avoid overhead irrigation if possible; water should be directed at soil level. For fungal leaf spots, use a recommended fungicide according to label directions.
For best results, always cut flowers early in the morning, preferably before dew has had a chance to dry. Always make cuts with a sharp knife or pruners and plunge flowers or foliage into a bucket of water. Store in a cool place until you are ready to work with them, this will keep flowers from opening. Always re-cut stems and change water frequently. Washing vases or containers to rid of existing bacteria helps increase their life, as well. How-to : Dried Flowers Some cut flowers make excellent dried flowers. Good dried flower candidates hold their color, form, and often fragrance once dried. Large, fleshy-petaled flowers do not dry well. Air drying is the easiest. Make sure that flowers are not damp. Tie them in a small bunch and hang upside down in a dark, well-ventilated room. Silicone drying is another popular method and crystals can be bought in craft stores. Edibles : Edible Flowers Some flowers are edible or have edible portions that are not only beautiful, but nutritious and tasty. Buds, flowers, leaves, stems, and roots are selected from designated edible varieties. Plant as you would a regular flower, but use only organic practices. If you are not a total organic gardener, separate growing areas should be used for the growing of edible flowers.
When portions of edible flowers are desired, pull petals or edible portions from fresh flowers and snip off the petals from the base of the flower. Remember to always wash flowers thoroughly making certain any residue or dirt has been removed. Give them a gentle bath in water and then dip the petals in ice water to perk them up. Drain on paper towels. Petals and whole flowers may be stored for a short time in plastic bags in refrigeration. Freeze whole small flowers in ice rings or cubes. Make sure you know what the flower is before you eat it; have an accurate identification done. Glossary : Border Plant A border plant is one which looks especially nice when used next to other plants in a border. Borders are different from hedges in that they are not clipped. Borders are loose and billowy, often dotted with deciduous flowering shrubs. For best effect, mass smaller plants in groups of 3, 5, 7, or 9. Larger plants may stand alone, or if room permits, group several layers of plants for a dramatic impact. Borders are nice because they define property lines and can screen out bad views and offer seasonal color. Many gardeners use the border to add year round color and interest to the garden. Glossary : Naturalizing Naturalizing refers to planting in a random pattern, much as itwould occur in nature. If you spend any time in the woods, you've probably noticed that plants often grow in groups. The center of the group is dense and towards the edges, plants are located farther apart. Narcissus bulbs are easy to naturalize if you use this method: fill a bucket with bulbs and toss them out. Plant them where they fall. You will notice a portion of the bulbs are close together while the others have scattered farther away. Glossary : Bulbs A bulb is a modified, underground stem. Glossary : Herbaceous Herbaceous refers to a non-woody plant that dies back at the end of its growing season, generally after frost or during the fall of the year. The rootstock of perennials will overwinter, providing the plant is hardy in that area, and resume growth in the spring. Glossary : Perennial Perennial: traditionally a non-woody plant that lives for two or more growing seasons. Glossary : Seed Start Seed Start: easily propagated from seed. Glossary : Fragrant Fragrant: having fragrance. Glossary : Edibles An edible is a plant that has a part or all of it that can be safely consumed in some way.


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Although the 13th Amendment declares slavery unconstitutional, on Saturday at the Wild Horse Saloon, nearly 40 men will be auctioned off to the highest bidder.
Lyn D'Andrea, owner of The Hair After, which is sponsoring the event, said this is not a renaissance of slavery, rather, it's a charity event, in which buyers win bachelors (minimum price is $25), with the proceeds going to Project Merry Christmas to help La Plata County's needy families.
D'Andrea says the merchandise is a bargain.
"These men: None have girlfriends, and they're all great looking, between 21 and 54 years old. They're firemen, policemen, oil and gas men, and restaurant and bar owners. We handpicked them through the salon and friends – nice guys who make good money. It's a cornucopia of men," she said.
There's no cover charge from 5 to 8 p.m. and food (donated by Kassidy's Kitchen) will be served free.
To even the playing field, D'Andrea is insisting that all the men wear jeans and comfortable shoes, though one bachelor offered to wear his "tear-away stripper pants."
"And I've told single guys to come, too. They're like, 'I'm not going to bid on a dude,' and I tell them it's going to be a room full of single women – like shooting fish in a barrel."
Efforts have been made to clarify that buying a bachelor does not mean bedding him: The men's only obligation is to be a gentleman, converse with them afterwards and fetch their drinks, D'Andrea said.
"Women have to understand, this is all for children, just a way to raise money. But I hope a lot of people hook up afterwards," she said.
Keith Baysinger, a business owner who will be up for sale tomorrow, said his virtue couldn't be purchased, even for lofty sums.
"I've discussed this with Lyn, and there isn't going to be any sex involved," he said.
Durango Police Department's Lt. Ray Shupe said that while "human trafficking is illegal," he didn't think there was anything legally suspect about the auction.
"If people are volunteering to do this for charity, there's no expectation of sexual relations and they're just talking about a casual date, how is that a violation of the law?" he asked.
D'Andrea said she hoped the event would be standing-room only.
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Whether it's an organization of 20 or 200, today's employer must be ever-mindful that numerous federal and state laws impose on them a duty to investigate allegations of wrongdoing, misconduct, safety violations, or accidents. With administrative agencies like the EEOC, NLRB, and OSHA doubling their investigator ranks and stepping up enforcement actions in recent years, increased scrutiny has been placed on employer investigations and findings arising from these investigations.
Although the scope of each investigation will vary depending upon the allegations and number of parties involved, there are 10 fundamental actions every employer conducting a workplace investigation must take to ensure that it has conducted an effective investigation that not only complies with statutory requirements, but also that may be used defensively as a shield in litigation:
Identify all key allegations and relevant witnesses.
After receiving the complaint, it is critical to prepare an agenda or outline for interviewing witnesses and, then, right away set up times to interview all relevant witnesses. In workplace investigations, it is too easy to overlook central issues and/or witnesses if interviews are conducted without careful focus.
Develop an "opening statement" when talking to employees and managers.
Because many employees will be nervous and apprehensive in participating in workplace investigations, it is critical to lessen these fears in order to ensure a cooperative and truthful witness. At a minimum, an "opening statement" should:
• Disclose the nature of (or reason for) the interview;
• Inform either the employee or manager why he or she specifically is being interviewed;
• Remind the employee of the company's anti-retaliation policy;
• Encourage candid, frank discussion; and
• Remind employees that no conclusions will be reached until facts have been gathered
Listen carefully to the interviewee.
Although it is important to focus on the central allegations and claims triggering the investigation, it is equally important to explore issues that come to light in the investigation, particularly if they appear to relate to the allegations or claims you are exploring.
Document, Document, Document.
Take clear, concise notes at each interview to ensure an accurate record of the conversation and issues discussed.
Remain neutral.
Nothing stops an investigation quicker or prevents candid disclosure than the perception of impartiality. It is critical that employers remain objective and neutral in talking with parties regardless of the particular interviewee's employment record or history.
Ask for specific examples when discussing the complainant's allegations.
Do not accept the complainant's allegations at face value but, rather, ask them questions designed to elicit specific examples that you can explore with other witnesses.
Analyze the facts and reach a conclusion.
Once you have concluded the investigation, you should review the information gathered shortly thereafter and, then, assess the validity of the complaining party's allegations and consult with legal counsel in determining whether the facts uncovered violate any laws.
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INTERPOL's vision is "Connecting Police for a Safer World", yet a safer world cannot be achieved by police alone. It is a collective responsibility, requiring a global alliance from governments, businesses and civil society.
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In striving for a safer world and in working to achieve its strategic objectives, the Foundation needs to tackle the critical issues currently shaping the global security landscape. Four main areas are:
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Verdi & Wagner: Greatest Hits t's a 200th birthday celebration! Pittsburgh Opera General Director Christopher Hahn hosts an evening of greatest hits from two prolific yet contrasting composers. The Mendelssohn Choir sings rousing opera choruses, with two great opera stars performing favorite arias.03/01/2013
Celtic Connections What do Scottish, Irish, and Kentucky Bluegrass music have in common? They share the five-note bagpipe scale. That's a celtic connection! And with St. Paddy's day looming, what better excuse to dust off the bagpipes, put on our dancing shoes and don the kilt? Join us, with school bands from all over the region, as well as the pipes and drums of the Balmoral School of Piping in the explosion of all that is celtic. Guest soloist: Detective Rick Manning.03/01/2013
Benjamin Britten's The Little Sweep Celebrating the centennial of Benjamin Britten, Microscopic Opera stages "The Little Sweep," part of "Let's Make an Opera," which was a play-and-opera combo created for young people in 1949.03/01/2013
Black Grace Samoan culture informs and shapes New Zealand's most accomplished choreographer Neil Ieremia, fueling his artistry with organic exuberance. Black Grace manifests the rhythms, spirit and energy of Pacific heritage with outstanding works from the company's 17-year history.03/02/2013
Gift of Life Gala The National Kidney Foundation's annual Kidney Gift of Life Gala will be an evening of black and gold, of celebrating LIFE, and of truly making a difference. The Gala will feature live entertainment by Protégé, a cocktail and hors d'ouerves reception, open bar, sit down dinner, as well as live and silent auctions. Gift of Life honorees include Mr. John V. Heher, President of Liberty Insurance; Dr. Rita McGill, Nephrologist at AGH; and Ms. Zinna Scott, Kidney Walk Volunteer and Fundraiser.03/02/2013
Pub and Parlour Chatham Baroque and Pittsburgh favorite Chris Norman (wooden flute and bagpipes) bring to life the energetic dance music of Maritime Canada, as well as the elegant sonatas from the parlours of the British Isles and the salons of Colonial New England.03/02/2013
Firebird & Eroica Music Director Lawrence Loh conducts Beethoven's Symphony #3 "Eroica" (Italian for "heroic"). PYSO Conducting Competition winner Daniel Mallampalli will lead the Farandole from Bizet's L'Arlésienne. Maestro Loh and the PYSO close the concert with Stravinsky's colorful Firebird Suite.03/02/2013
Ultra Lounge Show Five by Design's show is set in the format of a faux radio broadcast from a tiki lounge, transporting you to exotic locales in Hawaii, the Caribbean, Brazil and Morocco. This musical travelogue includes the songs Mambo Italiano, Danke Schoen, That Old Black Magic, and more.03/02/2013
Bach, Beethoven & Brahms Pittsburgh Concert Chorale presents two concerts of music by the "Three Bs" -- J. S. Bach's Cantata #4; Brahms' sublimely beautiful Schicksalslied; and Beethoven's powerful Choral Fantasy, featuring pianist Antonio Fermin; Saturday evening at 8 at Ingomar United Methodist Church, and Sunday afternoon at 4 at Fox Chapel Presbyterian. 03/02/2013
Glenn Miller Orchestra One of the greatest bands of all time, the Glenn Miller Orchestra defines big swing and velvety jazz. Miller's feel-good classics, including Tuxedo Junction, In The Mood and Pennsylvania 6-5000 have endured from phonographs to iPods. Jump and jive with these bow-tied musicians who dance while they play. Featuring the incredibly talented vocal duo, Nick Hilscher and Julia Rich.03/02/2013
Young Winners Recital A joint recital program featuring young pianists Songela Chen, Cody Piper, Sisi Tang, soprano Jessica Snyder accompanied by Walter Morales, and baritone Justin Morrison with pianist Hyery Hwang.03/03/2013
The Musical Conquest of the New World When it came to music in the Americas, the British and Spanish imperial campaigns spread beauty, not destruction. Mexican and South American cathedral archives contain many jewels composed in the Spaniish late Renaissance style of Morales and Victoria. Choral music written in North America was much more tied to the British cathedral tradition. Composers such as Leo Sowerby and Healey Willan developed a distinctively American style without fully relinquishing their "old country" roots. 03/03/2013
Multiple Perspectives: Music by Mozart, Britten & Cage Chatham's Faculty/ Guest Artist Recital series presents pianist Pauline Rovkah with the University of Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra conducted by Roger Zahab in Mozart's Piano Concerto in d, K 466; and solo works by Britten and Cage.03/03/2013
Priscilla Queen of the Desert The uplifting story of a three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. An international hit with over 500 dazzling, 2011 Tony-winning costumes, Priscilla features a hit parade of dance-floor favorites including "It's Raining Men," "Finally" and "I Will Survive." 03/05/2013
Noah Bendix-Balgley with David Allen Wehr PCMS presents the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's new concertmaster, Noah Bendix-Balgley, in recital. Mr. Bendix-Balgley won 1st prize at the Vibrarte International Music Competition and the International Violin Competition "Andrea Postacchini." He'll be accompanied by pianist David Allen Wehr who holds the Jack W. Geltz Distinguished Piano Chair at Duquesne University and who has collected numerous prestigious awards throughout his performing career. 03/05/2013
Symphony East Symphony East has its business meeting at 11 AM, lunch at noon, and a free public musical program with singer Claudia Benack and pianist Deana Muro at 1 PM.03/06/2013
Music 101 - Alison Peters Fujito "Never Say Never" is an informal lecture/performance by PSO Violinist Alison Peters Fujito. She'll discuss her career and respond to questions from the audience in the Dorothy Porter Simmons Regency Rooms.03/07/2013
Thurgood In 1967, Thurgood Marshall became our first African-American Supreme Court Justice. Ted Pappas directs this exuberant one-man play which tells Thurgood's story in his own words – from humble beginnings as a waiter in Baltimore, to behind the scenes with leaders such as General MacArthur, Robert Kennedy and President Lyndon Johnson, to his triumphant rise to the highest court in the land. A journey of epic proportions, Thurgood by George Stevens, Jr., is an eye-opening, humorous, and uplifting portrait of a true American hero. 03/07/2013
Mozart & Bartok Conducting favorite Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos returns. Mozart's Serenade No. 6 is a delightful orchestration for two small ensembles. Powerhouse pianist, Shai Wosner makes his PSO debut with Mozart's Concerto No. 15. Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra is one of the composer's most popular works, in which each section of instruments plays a virtuosic role. 03/08/2013
Unspoken A program of captivating choreography by three masters, George Balanchine, Anthony Tudor, and Mark Morris. Featuring Tudor's Lilac Garden, Balanchine's dynamic classical work, Valse Fantasie, and Mark Morris' Drink toMe Only With Thine Eyes, this choreography speaks in ways words cannot.03/08/2013


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I have a favor to ask, and I'll ask you, the reader, at the end of my post.
I didn't start writing because I had an interesting story to tell. Reporters spend their days telling the stories of those around them, the stories of what's happening around them.
The truth is we all have a story, and some of those stories splash our pages each week, but there are so many left to tell. We are a small paper, yes, with a small staff, but I believe we have large hearts, and sincerely do our be on top of what's going on in the communities around us.
There are days when I read a Sound Off or a Facebook post questioning why we missed an event or didn't cover something, or feature someone. Sometimes, sure, there are scheduling conflicts. Many times meetings and events overlap. But sometimes, let's be honest, there are times we just don't know.
Occasionally, I'll see a photo or comment that reminds me I missed an opportunity to highlight something important, or feature someone. We try to have our eyes and ears open for everything, but yes, things get overlooked.
I often wonder, why didn't someone shoot us an email, drop by, pick up the phone-- just let us know something is happening, let us know about someone special.
And then I think of the times when we were contacted about something, given the heads up about a potential story. The person might ask, "do you think this would be interesting?," or, "I just thought I would let you know that..." or "I thought this was neat..."
And many times, it is neat. Because without those tips, I would have never met the Nagys, Hendersons, Dingas, and Stichters--four couples married for 60 years, with wedding anniversaries all in the same month. There would have never been a story about Bill Gaudette, a 92-year-old running a 10K for a charity.
And then there are these-
Kaitlin Nolte, a Middletown girl with epilepsy who trains service dogs for others
Michaelann Dievendorf, a LD history teacher that performed archaeological digs around the world
Kathy Michels, a local artist that paints through the pain of lupus, touching lives with her watercolors
Milo Stackhouse- he raised money (and donated a lot himself) to purchase a wheelchair swing in memory of his wife who loved to swing
The Pacella Family who hold a charity golf tournament in honor of their son
And countless others. Sure we find a lot of our own stuff, but some of our best, my favorite stories bloomed because someone took a moment to say, "hey, this is important."
Some people say that's being lazy, not being a real reporter, because sometimes we don't have to dig. Sometimes we're given a hand, and I think that's okay. Because those stories touched me, changed me, and helped me understand things I never imagined. They made me feel inspired, and if someone else gave me the tip, showed me the door if you will, I'm okay with that.
So, I have a job for you.
What's on your mind? What do you want us to write about, what do you want to see? What did we miss?
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Volvo Rents acquires Nelico Equipment Service
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Major Wire selects new territory manager
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Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Bits And Bobs #47
I couldn't believe my luck when I found this suede leather jacket by Acne at a local outlet sale in Zurich. It's in beautiful navy blue and I am particularly in love with the fabric. Usually a leather biker jacket looks way too hard on me but the suede makes it look just fine.
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- AnonymousJune 1, 2010 at 8:54 PM
jacket is amazing, and i love love love your hair. j'adore!
ReplyDelete That fit is immense... I wish you well to wear it, even though im slightly bitter!! How is it that i never find any goodies in an outlet or sale! NO FAIR!
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WE SPY WITH MY LITTLE i- AnonymousJune 2, 2010 at 3:26 PM
awesome look!
is the chino trouser slim fitted or is this just the normal fit of topman chinos? - GiulianoJune 3, 2010 at 2:29 AM
feine jacke. das hast du aber nicht zufällig aus dem razzo2ndhand laden im rindermarkt (niederdorf) gefunden? da war ich nämlich noch nie drin...
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These are my favorite goggles by far. I laugh because everyone talks about how big these are. I don't call them big. I call them perfect. They're big enough to allow a great field of vision but they're not like the Fishbowls or El Kabong by VZ that stick out beyond the brim of your helmet or suffocate your face.
These are amazing. They fit perfect with each helmet I've tried them with (although I have a friend who didn't like them with the Ride Ninja). Also, the lenses switch out pretty easy which allows for quick switches in ever-changing conditions.
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Awesome looking goggles with a good field of vision, lenses aren't to tinted good for night riding. Love em!
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I was nervous about them being too big when I read the reviews but I got them anyway and ended up liking them a lot. I have only used them once and it was on a flat light day and they seemed to be really good for those conditions. I got the mummy/citrus chrome color. I wish they came with another lens because I'm afraid the citrus chrome color might be too light on bright days but don't know yet.
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Hey Shorty, the lenses switch out easy so just order another lens. You're right on about the size concerns. Everyone makes them sound so big but they're actually perfect!
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While I haven't been able to take them to the mountain yet, I can still tell you about first impressions. First off, they're bigger them I ever imagined, much bigger. It's a bit off putting when you first try them in, but they look awesome when you're geared up. They have an abundance of padding, so as a result they stick out a bit more then goggles like the eg2, but you barely notice this when you're geared up.
So far, they've been really comfortable and they feel quite solid, they certainly don't feel like they're going to fail you in their first season. I can't comment in the lens unfortunately, but I've heard good things about it. All in all, it seems to be an awesome pair for the price.
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I got the Skylight last spring before it was officially released, so I've had a good bit of time to put it to the test. Fit-wise, it's a big goggle, similar to the Electric EG2, but it sits close to your face so you can actually wear it with a helmet. I wear a Bern Watts and the Skylight fits fine, a little low across the nose but not uncomfortably so. Overall vision quality is amazing. Super wide peripheral in all directions, and the lens is actually manufactured by Oakley so there's zero distortion. Fogging was never a problem for me. I'm not going to say it didn't happen, but the large lens and top vents cleared it up quickly, even on powder days and when hiking. The strap is easy to adjust, and has the sticky silicone strip that keeps it in place on a helmet without a clip. That might seem trivial, but I can't stand goggles that don't have it. My only issue with the Skylight at all would be the face foam, which is comfortable but seems a bit thin. So far it has been fine but I'm wondering how it will feel after a full season. My pair is a sample, though, and I was told the production version would have new, denser foam (UPDATE: just picked up a new pair and it does have better foam). Despite that small complaint, this is an awesome goggle and I'll be rocking it for sure this year.