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One Kinston name will stick out long after its bearer parts with this community.
For any service arena of which you can think, a special Kinston woman likely afforded everlasting support.
From Lenoir Memorial Hospital, the local United Way to Neuse Regional Library, she and her late husband were notable contributors that people have recognized for 70 years and counting.
Although only relocating to Chapel Hill, Pearl Schechter, 94, will say goodbye to Kinston — at least for most of her time.
"I plan to continue helping organizations here in Kinston, even though I'm not living here," she said. "I just feel like I'm at home here, it's my comfort base. I have friends, and I'm real active in the community."
She said after her sister died earlier this year, her only child, Arnold, convinced her to move to Chapel Hill with his family.
"Everybody is shocked actually, and I am shocked," Schechter said. "I didn't ever plan to leave Kinston. I thought I was living and dying in Kinston."
She moved to the city 71 years ago after marrying her husband of 64 "wonderful, happy years," Sol Schechter, before he passed in 2005. They migrated from New York and immediately began a legacy in Kinston.
When Sol Schechter was drafted for World War II, his wife managed the Schechter family T-shirt business. From then on, Pearl Schechter unleashed her leadership ability and passion for helping others throughout Kinston.
"She's been a driving force," Kinston's Paul Chused said of his aunt. "I think she's someone who's cared about her community very strongly."
His mom, Harriet, was Schechter's sister and passed in December at 98-years-old.
"She is a very talented lady," Chused said. "We'll lose one of our strongest supporters. Although she's only going to Chapel Hill, she still will support our community and return often."
The Schechter name is literally etched in the Kinston and Lenoir County community, taking various forms. For instance, the local library's auditorium is named after the family.
"I feel like this library was Mr. Schechter's second home," said Agnes Ho, director of libraries. "Any time I needed any help, I would always pick up the phone and call Mr. Schechter."
She said the pair has given unforgettable support to the library since its beginning.
"I cannot think of a couple who loved our library more than they did, and who expressed that love so frequently and generously," Ho said. "Our library carries tremendous honor of having its auditorium named after the Schecthters, and this will stand as an enduring tribute to their legacy for decades to come."
Ho will deeply miss Schechter plans to visit her before she heads up to the Triangle in April. Ho recalls how much Schecthters' husband loved her, as he always remembered to bring home two cookies for her after Friends of Library board meetings.
"He was a wonderful, considerate husband," Schechter said about her late husband. "(He was) loving and great, just super great. … We were both easy-going and loving people. It was just the marvelous, wonderful marriage."
She said she enjoyed anything, so long as her husband was by her side. He told her he loved her every single day, something she said she misses the most.
Those who know them said their giving traits are irreplaceable.
June Cumming, executive director of Lenoir-Greene United Way, said Pearl Schechter was encouraging when they met in 1977 at Lenoir County Mental Health, now East Point. Cummings said the then-board member was passionate about mental health, disability and substance abuse services.
"(She) believed in giving the best we could give in services to people here," Cummings said.
She added of the couple, "Their whole philosophy has always been to give back."
Cummings said Sol Schechter wrote a $10,000 check to furnish the health building lobby because she said the organization didn't have the funds in the budget. A twinkle lit Cummings' eye as she thought about the unmatched generosity of the couple.
"She has so many friends," Cummings said of Pearl Schechter. "This community is full of friends of hers. I think no matter where she is, this will be her home."
Chused said one of Schechter's concerns with moving was if she'd be able to find a suitable bridge partner. She has been playing bridge more than 50 years, earning a Gold Life Master distinction.
"I hope that I will be able to find a good partner in Chapel Hill," she said with a laugh.
Schechter plays the game three times a week and served as the director of the Fairfield Bridge Club more than 30 years.
"She has encouraged me and helped me a lot in many ways," said Joe Goldwasser, Schechter's Fairfield Duplicate Bridge Club partner and friend. "We have been the best of friends for probably over 60 years, and we're all going to miss."
Goldwasser and Schechter have travelled the world with their spouses, from cruises to safari rides.
He remembered when the families visited Israel, and the Schechter's were recognized in front of thousands of people.
"They were honored as big donors to a very charitable Jewish organization," Goldwasser said. "That was a very memorable trip. They were very humble about it and never told us that they were invited on the stage."
With Lenoir-Greene United Way's leadership society also named Schechter — a program that hosts a donation dinner each year — Kinstonians who know Pearl best won't fret about her departure. They know she'll be back.
But Ho still said she would miss her smile.
"We're going to miss a propeller of the community, because the (Schechter) family has been here for a long, long time, not only to support the library (but) all other agencies," she said. "Every time we talk about this family, we're going to say that it's the most generous family in the community."
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The Vega Summit 3.0 Modular helmet is an excellent option if you are looking for a modular helmet with the most bang for your buck.
This modular helmet offers a removable chin curtain, one hand operation of the flip-up face and sun-visor, also this helmet is Bluetooth ready
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Helmet Sizing Information.
To achieve proper helmet fitment, begin by finding your head circumference size using the method described below.
Remember that the helmet sizing you choose should fit around the crown of your head comfortably with no pressure points.
The cheekpads should fit firmly around your face. Once your chin strap is fastened, grab the chin bar of the helmet and move it side to side.
Your cheeks should move with the helmet, which should not slide across your face. Different thickness cheekpads can be purchased to obtain the perfect fit.
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Wrap flexible tape measure around your head approximately on inch above eyebrows and ears. Use this measurement (in either inches or centimeters) to find your helmet size in the chart below.
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Comment: This is a great helmet. The last one I used was Summit ii but this one has far exceeded my expectations of a modular helmet. The cool thing is now I can attach the bluetooth unit to this when I need it.
Santa Clara, CA
Comment: This is a great helmet. Jafrum Customer Service far exceeded my expectations for service! Jafrum went beyond what most companies, I have dealt with, would do to correct a wrong color shipment to make the customer happy (and get me on the bike, since I can not ride legally without a helmet)! The Pearl Yellow is an outstanding Color to get people's attention. I can not understand why people wear colors, especially black or silver helmets that blends in with the highway/road. I guess they want to end up being part of the highway/road! Color coordinating with a black or silver motorcycle is absolutely plain stupid!
Think about it: Why are School buses, dividing lines/no passing lines on the highway and State, county and local highway trucks and equipment Yellow? Because the color is more visible!
Ride Smart and Visible: Not color coordinated!
Now I can use the coupon to buy the Bluetooth unit later to add to this great helmet when I need it. Keep up the good work Jafrum!
Larry Clark
Comment: I bought two of these helmets one for me and the significant other. We both commented on the comfort of these helmets. I ordered the pearl yellow and the color wasn't consistent but it wasn't bad enough to send back. The red helmet did not have this problem. The set up for the vega bluetooth needs working the connector for the earphones has to go through the same hole as the back fastening point and I had to carve out the foam to get it through. All in all I really like this helmet.
Bothell, WA
Comment: First modular helmet I've used, and so far it has performed well for the money spent, just a bit more wind noise than I expected. However, I ordered a Vega mirror shield, and it does not fit the Summit 3.0. Guess I'll see how well the return policy works.
Adel, GA
Comment: Very good quality helmet with lots of cool features. Received in pristeen condition.
Thomas Jeffers
Irving Texas
Comment: Heavier than I hoped for but having a modular helmet for on and off ease (I wear glasses) with the full face protection is great. The cool foam helps but a hot day is a hot day. Great for the price.
Comment: Was looking for a hi-vis yellow with sunshield, modular. Wear a 3XL. Tried Bell's new "revolution" at $200--way too tight, so sent back. Next tried Scorpian EXO 900--not only too tight, but top of face opening pressed down on my eyebrows, closing my left eye and partly closing my right eye. Pressed very firmly on my forehead as well--sent back. Also both helmet's sun shields banged down on my nose. The Vega Summit is super--a bit tight at first but after 3 or 4 hours use it feels great, also sun shield does not touch my nose. One slight complaint, pulling chin guard down requires some force to snap closed, but since it meets European safety requirements as well as USA, I am very happy. I understand that if it meets Euro standards it is as safe as a full face non-modular. YEAH!
Dick Markee
Coastal Oregon
Comment: 2nd summit 3, very comfortable helmet with all the features. Newer bike so I needed the matching color, candy red does not go well with titanium and color match is pretty good.
Jafrum does a great job of getting the product shipped in a very timley manner.
Renton, WA
Comment: Great helmet' can't go wrong for the price.
Comment: The other day I tried on several moduler helmets at my local MCycle shop, ranging in price from 150 to 500 bucks. None fit as nice as my new summit 3. Will report back after I have had a chance to us it
Lansing Mi
Comment: This helmet has the looks and feel of a MUCH more expensive one. The fit is great!! My helmet arrived the day you said it would and the service has been great. I would highly recommend this helmet for someone who is looking for a modular.
Norman T Allee
Camdenton, MO
Comment: As always, Jafrum handled everything great. The helmet has been a joy to wear! Great helmet for the money. Functionality is good.
William Carter
Lebanon, TN
Comment: The Vega Summit 3.0 Bluetooth Ready Modular Helmet is really great. I bought it a while ago and have waited to use it before writing a review. I love this helmet! The sizing is spot on, so be careful on your measurements. I ordered a small, my measurements being the lowest on the small side. The helmet feels tight but loosened enough after wearing awhile. The sun visor is great. However I wear my own sunglasses. I feel the visor does not go down far enough. My friend put on the helmet and did not find this problem. All a matter of taste. The helmet is air tight. I installed a two-way radio headset and had no trouble hearing or talking with it turned way down. Hearing other people talking is also not a problem. Your head feels cucooned inside the helmet. The face shield gives lots of viewing space to see. More so than my other helmet. Over all I am thrilled that I bought this helmet!!
Sharon Foskett
Morrisville, VT
Comment: I wear glasses, so a modular helmet is almost a necessity. The Vega goes on easy without stripping the glasses off my ears or pinching them up into my eyebrows. It's a very comfortable helmet, but not the lightest. Very good at limiting road noise, even at highway speeds. It fit to size, but watch out if you do not have a round-ish head shape. Add to this, stellar service from Jafrum, and you really can't lose.
Comment: This helmet is a very good deal.. and a high quality product as well.
Comment: I purchased two helmets one for my wife and one for my self. They are fine, look good just helmets. I do like the face shield can see better then my old HJC.
I did have problem getting the correct size.
Chattanooga, TN
Comment: The Vega helmet is a nice helmet. Really a bargain at this price and certainly better quality than I expected. UNFORTUNATELY it wasn't the best fit for my large oval head. The sizing was pretty close to the dimensions listed but would be tight if your head was more oval than round. Wish they were able to offer it in a 4X-Large size.
Carlsbad, Cali
Comment: Nice helmet. Fit perfect. Cool color...Inside visor is a little tough to put up or down, but for the most part, its fine. I'm happy with my
purchase and would deal with these guys again.The shipping time was great.Yes! Undamaged!
Ken Roseboom
Rockville Centre, New York
Comment: So far only complaint I have is with the visor closed it makes a knocking noise. Open it up one click and no noise. The thing fits good and is very comfortable. I am new to wearing helmets so finding a light one that fits well was a major deal. I had surgery on my head and have a big chunk of my skull is being held in with 3 little metal plates and 4mm screws. So I have started wearing a skid lid. This one is nice for the money,the sun visor is nice as well. Wish it flowed a lot more air through the vents but it does let some in at least. I do not have a windshield on my bike so a lid that dose not try and snap my head around when I turn it was something else needed. So far no head whip and is not the most quiet helmet out there I am sure but I can not see spending 600.00 for a quieter helmet. It is a lot better than having to wear my ear plugs to keep the wind out of my ears.
East Texas Tyler/Longview Area
Comment: I love the helmet. I was a little sceptic about buying this
on sale. But was not disappointed when it came. And
knowing that we can add the blue tooth to it, just
made it that much better!!! Thank You Jafrum!!!
Alton, IL
Comment: Jafrum's service, as usual was fantastic. Price on this helmet got me to order it as at some point I'd like to have bluetooth available for long rides. Color and fit were great and this helmet is feature rich, especially at the price. Unfortunately this helmet had a large amount of wind noise and I would not be able to hear speakers. Probably fine behind a large windscreen, just not in the open wind.
Comment: I got this helmet at $xx.xx with free shipping. I am very pleased with the helmet so far. The fit is true to the chart and it is very comfortable. It has thick padding and makes the overall circumference quite large. I look like a bobble-head when wearing just a T-shirt. That doesn't bother me though. Once on, the helmet is easy to operate with one hand. The internal sunshield is an awesome feature. I rode at up to 60mph and didn't experience much wind noise except when looking back. I bought the Titanium color and it looks really nice. I am very happy with this purchase.
Gary R
Savannah, GA
Comment: I ordered this helmet because I had heard how great modular's were. I ride a cruiser with a windscreen and I prefer a full face helmet. The problem I had with my old full face is the visor would fog up because of insufficient airflow. This helmet came quickly was a perfect fit and I love it!! I haven't added the blue tooth set up yet but I love the fact that it's all set to go. I ride to work and home sometime and deal with the sun regularly so the drop down sunscreen is an awesome touch.
Solomen Conner
New York
Comment: We have had HJC helmets in the past and love them. Wanted to try this one because it had two features we liked, color (pearl Yellow) for visibility and the sun shade drop down. The wife and I bought the same sizes as we have with other brands. XL for me and L for her. Hers was way to big. In fact, both the L and XL were exactly the same fit size. No difference. On the service side, Jafrum has always been good, but this went south. It tooks months of emails to get this straightened out. They never believed that both were, in fact, the same size. I asked for a replacement in size Med., knowing full well that that would be to tight for her. They sent a shipping label, and it went back. They knew, from several emails, we wanted a replacement. Instead we got a credit for the purchase price.
On the fit and construction; this is NOT in the same class has HJC. It's lighter, cheaper feeling, the chin flip lock feels like it's going to break when you lock and un-lock it. It's about the same 'quiet' level inside. The chin bar will rub your chin when down if you have anything but a normal or receeding chin line. It's really irritating. I'm going to cut the decorative foam liner away so it will clear.
Is it a good value? Low price and workable product would be a yes. In the same class as other mid range helmets...no.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Comment: easy open/close, easy replace shield, interior visor easy to use, air vent on top front was broken on mine, my wife's was o.k. No big deal, just buzzes in the wind since day one. All and all , a very good modular helmet. Bought two in red, may get another in black, eventually....
Comment: For the money, this is a very good helmet. I recently wore it on a 4,600 mile round trip ride to the west coast and it did great. The air flow ducts and sweat wicking liner kept my head fairly cool riding in the heat of the Utah and Nevada desert. The yellow helmet that I bought is VERY visible and gave me the confidence that I was being seen in traffic. Also, I rode though a couple of hours of heavy rain in Kansas and didn't have any problem with water leaking in. The only problem I've had is that the visor requires being pushed down on both sides for it to seat properly (pushing down on the tab alone doesn't get it done). I'm glad I purchased it, though.
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Comment: Bought this on faith as I had never purchased a helmet without trying it on. And I was very happy I did. Great price/great product.
The front opens easily so I can put the helmet on without taking my glasses off. It shots very easily and solidly. It looks like it will be easy to add the bluetooth headphones (I guess I need to figure out what are good ones to get)
The only complain I have is that the sun visor seems a little loose. Very minor and not a hazard.
Ken Roberts
Arlington, Virginia
Comment: I purchased this helmet with hope that it would be more convenient than current full face helmet.
It was. ( Modular may be the answer for eyeglass wearers like me!) This vega helmet is impressive with it's drop down sunshield and great finish. I have a 7 5/8 hat size
and the measurement instructions said I would need a 2x. Past experience told me (I have a kind of rectangular head- stop your laughin') past experience told me to go a size larger-- and I went with 3x. I wouldn't want it any smaller-- great fit.
At any rate-- I LIKE the helmet.
Comment: This review is for the Vega Summit 3 only and is not a reflection on Jafrum as I have never had a bad experience with Jafrum before. This helmet however is very cheaply made and of poor quality. Had to return it. Due to Jafrum's excellent customer service attitude I received a full refund.
Comment: Yup, I have an extraordinarily large cranium. I have another Vega helmet, an open face one, that is very roomy, even accounting for the difference between open and closed. This modular helmet, purportedly a XXXL, is far from it. I suspect that Vega has only one shell size for XL/XXL/XXL, and this one is far too small. While the tag on the helmet indicated that it was a XXXL, the sticker on the shield indicated that the line only goes up to XXL (XXXL is the largest size that Jafrum sells)
Boston, MA
Comment: Nice helmet for the price, only problem is chin strap is way too short. Can't wear without quick release clasp.
Robert Papin
Buffalo, New York
Comment: Quick delivery, thanks Jafrum.
Disclaimer:I have been using Scorpion helmets for about 6 years, so that is my comparison base.
Fit was comparable, overall quality is quite good especially for the price. Weight for a modular was also good. The liner feels nice. The only area that was lacking was wind noise, but that's hardly a deal breaker for me as I always wear earplugs (you should too).
Sunny Florida
Comment: I got very lucky with this helmet, it fits perfect! Lighter than my older Modular helmets and it has a built in glare shield!
pensacola, FL
Comment: A great helmet at a great price. Loaded with features and very comfortable. Sizing chart is accurate.
Pat Gatons
Comment: Hi vis color, shape and ease of movement module parts are a hit. I appreciate its lighter weight than some I"ve worn, Design allows for addition of scala rider ear pieces and microphone with ease.
theresa pernick
new york
Comment: Love the helmet. It's a little snug so if your size is on the edge, choose the larger size. Great deal
Clay Hansen
Crestwood, KY
Comment: I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of this helmet for the price I paid. it is a high function helmet with all the extras you could want. it fit well and was not too heavy. I am quite pleased with this helmet.
robert stapel
leechburg pa.
Comment: THIS ONE IS THE EXCEPTION, VERY COMFORTABLE AND GREAT VISABILITY AT A REASONABLE PRICE, SUPER SERVICE FROM JAFRUM AS WELL.
whitman, ma
Comment: Had to return this helmet. It was SO DIFFICULT
to open and close, I returned it. They told me
that was the way this helmet operated so I did
not exchange it for another Vega. Just took a
refund. I would never recommend this helmet.
Anne Flannery
chapel hill, nc
Comment: This my second Summit 3.0. The first one saved my head when I layed my bike down. Second one is better than the first one. Much quieter. For the money, you can't beat it. Headset transferred right over to this helmet. Venting could be better. But a great helmet.
Paul Faulkenbury
Farmersville, TX.
Comment: Outstanding helmet (I purchased two)! Thanks Jafrum Team for providing another quality product and outstanding price. The main place I shop!
Anthony Stubbs
Jennings, MO
Comment: Got this helmet to replace my full face. Wearing glasses figured I would be able to use this one without removing them. Wrong! Very tight fit in cheeks the rest of it is fine, Smoke tinted interior drop-down sunshield is great addition. Overall nice helmet.
Wesley Chapel, Fl.
Comment: I've never owned a full face Helmet, always had an open face. I've always rode with a windshield on a cruiser. So now that I'm getting older and the colder wind dries my skin out very bad. I bought the modular so I can drink water as needed and also have the comfort of full face. This Helmet meets all my needs. The features are easy to worh with riding gloves on and is way more Helmet for the money than I was expecting.
Donnie Parks
Tallahassee, Florida
Comment: I really like all the features of this helmet. Based on the other reviews, I ordered a size larger and it fit perfect. The drop down sun visor works better than my Hawk helmet.
Con: this helmet picks up a lot of air noise when I'm on the bike due to the gaping hole for the blue tooth module which is on the way. Once that is installed it should remedy this issue.
Los Angeles, CA
Comment: As usual Jafrum service is excellent. I have an HJC CL-16 size medium as my head size is right between m/s. I bought the Vega in the small size and the fit is great. Definitely easier to use when glasses are in the mix. Used the sunshade for the first time today - no problem, though the action is a bit stiff. You really have to pull down hard on the lever to lower the shade. I know other helmets are spring loaded but when the spring breaks, then what? Over all I really like the helmet, fit and function is very good. Biggest complaint - wind noise. My experience is that the wind noise is significant. I saw another review that mentioned decreased road noise so I am a bit surprised. Maybe the reviewer can't hear the road over the wind :)
Kicktheball V-Strom
Comment: I love the helmet. Love the sunglasses that raise and lower when needed. A bit concerned with the lever that raises and lowers it. Seems a bit flimsy, but time will tell. Comfortable fit. I love the blue tooth slots for the speakers.
Benton, Kentucky
Comment: This is my 2nd Vega Summit 3 helmet. The first served faithfully for 2 years of frequent commuting. The Day Glo color started to fade but the helmet worked great ...and then I dropped it. The new lid in Day Glo replaces the original. The flip down visor is easy to use and provides instant glare relief. Ventilation is good but not superb. In winter cold air streams in from below, even with the chin curtain in place. But still a very good helmet. And you can not beat the price.
Judson Weiss
Comment: We hate wearing full face but this is definitely the way to go...very pleased! If you wear a half shell normally go a size up for this helmet though...other than that...perfect gear!
Clarksville Tennessee
Comment: Great helmet at a great price. Fast shipping
Guthrie Oklahoma
Comment: what an amazing helmet.
The hi viz really catches your eye.
It fits great and is comfortable.
Marian Beck
Nesbit, MS
Comment: The Vega Summit 3 is a nice helmet for the money. The sizeing was spot on, if you go by there chart you can't go wrong. The sun shield is kind of cheap, or should I say low quality but the rest of the helmet seems to be very good, now we will see how it holds up to real life's bumps.
Joe Martinez
Gypsum Colorado
Comment: I love this helmet . It has every thing I need clear visor for the night time and sun visor for the day time fits good over my head and comfortable. Only issue I have is riding in the rain . water comes straight down the inside of the visor and gets in my eyes. Very dangerous to ride in rain
randy Barringer
Charlotte Nc
Comment: We had Summit 3.0 for several years. And we were very happy with the product. We ordered 3.1 and so far we are enjoying the product. Shipping was within 2 days. We are satisfied
Bob Hoffman
N. Fort Myers, FL.
Comment: bought this for my wife, sizing is perfect all features are just as explained terrific price for product,good visibility and comfort......luckily it has not been crash tested
Adam Akins
Comment: Size was exactly on. Great fit. No more noise then any other modular I've used. Button for flip up is abit stiff . Only thing I don't care for is the bounce of the drop down tint visor. Can be distracting until you get used to it
Comment: True to size for me. Quiet, comfortable and a lot of features. Love the sunshield internal. I wear glasses and it is nice not to have to put on the sunglasses. Helmet goes on with my glasses in place. Jafrum has terrific service, quality and prices!
Concord, NC
Comment: not used to wearing helmets don't like them but this is a good product and add communications to it and you have a very good thing going on
Killeen Texas
Comment: Very nice helmet for the money! The sizing is true to size and the helmet is very comfortable. I measured my head as suggested and looked at the sizing chart and ordered the corresponding size and it fits perfect. Hard to believe the quality for the price.
David D
Richland, WA
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Any tobacco or corn producer who did not purchase FCIC insurance last year and is going to grow tobacco or corn during the 1996 crop year needs to come into the farm service agency office and purchase insurance by March 15, 1996. Any producer who had crop insurance in 1995 needs to pay their $50 for the FCIC insurance by July 1, 1996 if they plan to grow tobacco or corn this year.
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TomTom Reports First Quarter Results
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TomTom Reports First Quarter ResultsIncreased market share in both Europe and North AmericaFirst quarter financial highlights
Compared with Q1 2006
• Revenue increased by 16% to €296 million
• Revenue in North America increased by 121%
• 1.3 million portable navigation devices (PNDs) shipped, up 75%
• Gross margin increased by 5 percentage points to 40%
• Operating margin of 19.1% compared with 19.6%
• Net profit increased by 42% to €44 million
• Fully diluted EPS increased by 37% to €0.37
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• Revenue decreased by 38% in line with seasonality in the PND market
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• Gross margin decreased by 6 percentage points
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• European PND market continues to grow strongly
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• Strengthening of European and North American market shares to 52% and 25% respectively (compares to 50% and 20% at the end of 2006)
• Continued strong cash generation from operations of €98 million
• Milestone of 1 million registered TomTom HOME users passed
Outlook 2007We re-iterate our full year guidance. We estimate that we will deliver revenues of between €1.6 billion and €1.8 billion and we continue to target a gross margin of around 40% of revenue and an operating margin of around 20% of revenue.
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June 26, 2013
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), which builds and manages federal buildings, recently announced that it cut federal energy spending by $65.5 million in fiscal year (FY) 2012 by reducing the energy use intensity levels in its buildings by nearly 25% since FY 2003. That placed the GSA well ahead of its goal of a 21% reduction in energy intensity. The agency also exceeded its FY 2020 greenhouse gas reduction target in FY 2012, reducing emissions by more than 35% from FY 2008 levels—equivalent to taking 162,000 vehicles off the road for a year. The GSA has also reduced its water usage in buildings by nearly 20% since FY 2007.
The milestones were noted as part of the GSA's sustainability and energy performance scorecard for FY 2012. The GSA has worked to reduce the environmental impact of federal buildings through the use of innovative technologies such as solar panels, advanced lighting systems, geothermal technology, wind power, and low-flow plumbing systems. See the GSA press release.


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First Known Use: 14th century
verb \ˈblend\
: to mix (things) thoroughly and usually with good results
: to exist together as a combination
blend·ed also blent \ˈblent\ blend·ing
Full Definition of BLEND
transitive verb
: mix; especially : to combine or associate so that the separate constituents or the line of demarcation cannot be distinguished
: to prepare by thoroughly intermingling different varieties or grades
intransitive verb
a : to mingle intimately or unobtrusivelyb : to combine into an integrated whole
: to produce a harmonious effect
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Examples of BLEND
- The music blends traditional and modern melodies.
- She blends psychology and crime in her new novel.
Origin of BLEND
Middle English, probably from Old Norse blend-, present stem of blanda to mix; akin to Old English blandan to mix, Lithuanian blandus impure, cloudy
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Rhymes with BLEND
: something produced by mixing or combining different things
Full Definition of BLEND
: something produced by blending: asa : a product prepared by blendingb : a word (as brunch) produced by combining other words or parts of words
: a group of two or more consecutive consonants that begin a syllable
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- a blend of traditional and modern melodies
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From a description of a documentary film in a recent movie theater schedule:
This film chronicles the three-year existence of this mysterious group that toed the line between religious cult, art piece and elaborate game…
Clearly they meant "straddled the line". I can see how there may be an eggcornish meaning-connection, as, whether you're toeing the line or straddling it, you're still right there at the line, but of course there can be no sound-confusion between "toed" and "straddled", so this may not qualify as an eggcorn. Or does it?
Not an eggcorn. A meaning misunderstanding, perhaps (malapropism).
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Not an eggcorn. A meaning misunderstanding, perhaps (malapropism).
Okay. And that would be because "toed" doesn't sound anything like "straddled", right?
As Dixon documented in today, people have taken toe the line to mean "lay your toe across the line (typically as a challenge to authority)", and used it accordingly. I suspect this is not just a few people, and I am sure that it has been going on for years. This example would be an extension from that now-established meaning: you already have part of a foot on each side of the line, so if you just drop or downplay the notion of challenging authority, you have it.
*If the human mind were simple enough for us to understand,
we would be too simple-minded to understand it* .
Came across this thread while indexing the 2013 eggcorn candidates. "Toed the line" in the sense of "straddled the line," while not a regular eggcorn, could be a hidden eggcorn. A reimaging that leaves no trace in the sound or spelling.


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PM ETUtah Jazz Recommend0 Comments1Email According to Brian T. Smith of The Salt Lake Tribune, the Utah Jazz were in trade talks with Orlando last month for Ryan Anderson before the Magic dealt him to New Orleans.
Smith speculates that the Jazz would have likely given up Paul Millsap in any deal for Anderson, and ultimately backed out of the talks.
It's difficult to know what to make of this. With Millsap now set on playing out his contract and becoming an unrestricted free agent after next season, we have to wonder if Utah may wish they would have pulled the trigger on the deal. Had they done so, they'd still have a deep frontcourt with Al Jefferson, Derrick Favors and Enes Kanter, but would also have the game's premier stretch 4. With Anderson is no longer an option, there really aren't any other players quite like him in the league today.
If the Jazz still want to add a big man who can stretch the floor, as they reportedly did this summer, the closest thing out there could be someone like Phoenix's Channing Frye. That may be something to keep an eye on in the future.
I would rather have Anderson.
Emeka Okafor - Joe Smith - Carmelo Anthony - Manu Ginobili - Jason Williams
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Demps is a genius. That's the only explanation for all of this.
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.c...medium=twitterThey wanted him. But the price was too steep — Paul Millsap.
That according to a new report from Brian Smith at the Salt Lake Tribune.
To acquire Anderson, Utah likely would have been forced to give up power forward Paul Millsap. While the Jazz were interested in Anderson and considered making the deal, Utah ultimately backed off.
Passing up Anderson just to keep Millsap is pretty dump.
The writer never confirmed that Milsap was the reason the deal fell through. All Smith confirm was that Utah was interested, considered it, and ultimately pulled out. Whatever the reason, I'm happy we landed him.
8 million for Anderson isn't much at all.
But I think they also want Favors as the PF long-term so in their mind, why pay for 4 years of Anderson.
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There are four valves in the heart to ensure that blood flows in the right direction. Valves can be either too tight (stenosis) or leak (regurgitation or insufficiency). The mitral valve is located on the left side of the heart between the collecting chamber (left atrium) and the pumping chamber (left ventricle). It prevents blood from being pumped back into the lungs. The mitral valve can leak for a number of different reasons. If the leak is severe enough, surgery should be undertaken to avoid further complications. Most of the time, the mitral valve can be repaired, and often using robotic or other minimally invasive techniques. The goal of the procedure is to restore the mitral valve to its normal shape using the patient's own valve tissue and to stop blood from leaking backward into the left atrium.
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CHAPEL HILL — Kinston's boys and girls basketball teams may have owned Chapel Hill and the Dean E. Smith Center on Saturday, but it was home that motivated them to victory.
Following its girls' 51-40 win over Canton Pisgah and its boys' 56-53 win over Waxhaw Cuthbertson in the state 2A title game sweep, both head coaches were quick to heap praise on a town that doesn't get enough of it.
Roughly 1,200 fans clad in green showed up to see Kinston's girls win the first girls basketball championship in county history, then about 800 more showed up to see the boys cap the sweep and win their second state title in a row.
"When you think about Kinston basketball and the tradition, there's no better place," boys coach Perry Tyndall said. "And to be able to come home and bring two to the community, and the community rally around us, it's pretty special."
Girls coach Hubert Quinerly has seen the spectators at his girls games go from a handful of fans to a half-packed gym.
To the town, girls basketball is no longer just a bridge between the junior varsity and varsity boys.
"We're so happy for our city. They've been there to support us throughout the whole year. This is not just them showing up today. This has been an entire year's worth of dedication to our program," Quinerly said.
"Our motto is, 'Kinston tough.' That's what we are. That's what our city is."
Summer heat
For years Kinston's boys have held voluntary summer workouts, and they always participate in their former coach Wells Gulledge's East Coast Invitational team camp. But with the girls, that hasn't always been the case.
The Vikings have improved in each of the last four years, and each season began with voluntary summer workouts and scrimmages. Junior Brittany Drumgoole may have rather wanted to enjoy the beach or sleep in, but she and her teammates gave that up to work towards a state title.
"I feel like it's the best feeling in the world. We used to tell coach that we didn't want to come to workouts in the summertime, but we had to come work out," she said. "We weren't forced to do it, it was a choice. And it all paid off in the long run."
No more curse
During the post game press conference, Denzel Keyes was asked what it means to play for such a prestigious and accomplished high school basketball program, and the only thing the senior could think of was ridding the Vikings of some rare bad luck.
Until Saturday, Kinston's boys had never won a state championship in an odd-numbered year. Their previous three titles each came two years apart, beginning in 2008.
The Vikings entered Saturday's title game 0-2 in state championship games ending in odd years (2001, 2007).
"We're just all happy that we broke the curse, and won a state championship in an odd year because we've only won state championships in even years," said Keyes, who had a team-best 18 points and 10 rebounds.
"I'm just glad we did that. No more curse."
Too close for comfort
In most of Kinston's wins this season, both boys and girls, the outcomes were decided by halftime. But such wasn't the case on Saturday.
Although the girls pulled away late for an 11-point win, the game featured three ties and five lead changes. The boys' game was much closer, having six ties and six lead changes, and it came down to the final possession — just like the previous two between the state's top two 2A teams.
Cold then hot
In the girls championship game neither Canton Pisgah nor Kinston could get much going on offense in the first half.
The Vikings had been deadly from 3-point range all season, but found themselves heading into the locker room after missing all five of their attempts in the first half. But in the second, they hit 4 of 6 on their way to their first state championship.
"It was a little bit of us and it was a little bit of Pisgah — they put some pressure on us," Quinerly said. "I thought we had some nerves, which was normal. … Our offense is going to work. We weren't going to change anything that we did all year just to get here to the state championship — that got us here."
Ultimate team player
Josh Dawson walked off the Dean Dome floor Saturday as the most accomplished high school basketball player to ever walk Kinston's halls. No, he's not a McDonald's All American and committed to play at a major Division I school like Reggie Bullock was in 2010, but from a team aspect, Dawson's three state titles in four years are the most any one individual has received in the sport since the school opened in 1970.
The senior guard was also named the MVP of the regionals and in Saturday's title game, sending him out with a bang. But with sophomore Brandon Ingram earning two state championship rings in two years, there is a chance he could best Dawson in the jewelry department.
And Dawson hopes he does.
"The fact that Brandon has two rings and I've got three, I want him to get four," Dawson said, "just so he can be better than me."
Having the runs
Both of Kinston's state championship wins were decided by one big run — a 9-0 streak in the third quarter for the girls and a 13-2 spurt midway through the second half for the boys.
Cuthbertson coach Mike Helms didn't know what to say about his team coming up on the short end of the game-deciding run, other than he knew one of the teams was going to do it.
"Gosh, I don't know. We had said over on the bench that somebody's going to make a run right here, and it's probably going to be the difference in the game. And unfortunately it was the team in white. I don't really have the answer, I really don't," he said.
"In a game like that usually there's some runs that take place and you've just got to weather it. We had some runs in the first half that weren't quite that big. You've just got to weather it and try to keep playing. Unfortunately that was just big enough."
A 2A three-peat?
Now that Kinston and Cuthbertson have met in the state finals for two consecutive years, there's already talk about it happening a third time next season, but it will be tough.
The Cavaliers are losing nine seniors and Kinston is losing eight — and each team is losing four starters.
"Coach Tyndall and I talked before the game and both of us agreed that the one thing we wanted was a great high school basketball game, and I think we got that," Helms said. "The two teams have played three times now and all three times it's been a one-possession game. There's not much difference in (the teams). It's a matter of having the lead at the right time in these games.
"Hat's off to them. They're a great basketball team and well coached. We have really enjoyed competing with them."
In Sunday's Cuthbertson-Kinston game story, The Free Press incorrectly said the Vikings had won four state titles in five years. It's actually a six-year stretch — 2008-13 — and they plan on working towards making it five of seven in 2014.
"I'm just going back into the gym and working hard and staying humble," said super sophomore Ingram, the only one who played all 32 minutes for Kinston on Saturday.
"I still want to get to the state championship next year. I'm looking forward to it."
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