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For many of them, the unsolved murder cases they've immersed themselves in occurred before their birth, or when they were children.
Among Muncie's unsolved slayings, it is one that is recalled by local authorities for its especially grisly nature.
There are unsolved homicides that remain in a community's consciousness for decades, local mysteries that in rare instances are even passed from one generation to the next.
Charles Frank Graham's final moments before someone shot him twice in the back of the head at close range played out in what passes for the middle of nowhere in Delaware County.
It marked the last chapter, at least to date, in a tragedy that had taken a dozen years to play out.
Billy Miller and David Gordon Garrett were hellraisers and running buddies. It was the early 1970s and the two men cut a sometimes-lawless swath between Muncie and Dunkirk. And one night, one of the men was killed and the other accused of the crime.
Cold Case Muncie returns with the story behind the slaying of a Muncie basketball legend. Sam Drummer's killer has never been charged and The Star Press has the story of the unsolved murder.
Forty years ago, a 17-year-old was abducted from a Yorktown gas station and brutally murdered. His family still looks for justice. But is his killer beyond the reach of the law?
Was Pete Journay in the wrong place at the wrong time? Or did his choice of companions prove fatal?
Christy Pinnick had just completed her shift as a clerk at a northeastside Rite-Aid Pharmacy that Friday night in February 1994.
Eric Garrett's shaved scalp is covered in scars and dimples like a long-played golf ball. He keeps his New York Yankees cap on most of the time, perhaps feeling self-conscious with it off.
Paula Garrett case timeline March 25, 1979: Paula Garrett's dead body is found in the bedroom of the duplex where she lived in the 2300 block of Primrose Lane on Muncie's southeast side. Garrett, 22, suffered 'numerous' skull fractures.
Richard Green. Then 36 years old, the married Muncie man was Paula Garretts boyfriend at the time of her 1979 murder. He was initially charged with the crime but the charge was dropped within a few weeks. Green remains in the Muncie area.
A quarter-century ago, two Muncie teenagers were shot to death in a city park. Twenty-five years after their young lives were snuffed out, families still grieve, friends still mourn, police officers still remember -- and a killer still goes unpunished.
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Simply lie back in luxury as the fabulous Rocky Mountaineer climbs to the highest peak of the Rocky Mountains and gaze serenely at the breath-taking patchwork of vast pine forests, glacial lakes and wild rivers that stretch to the horizon.
Explore Vancouver's beautiful coastal vistas and colorful neighborhoods on a private tour of the city, and step aboard Canada's iconic Rocky Mountaineer to begin your epic rail journey through spectacular Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains en route to the exclusive ski resort of Whistler. The mighty train continues through the river canyons and farmland of Pemberton Valley towards the quaint rural town of Quesnel where you'll take in the region's glacier-fed lakes and expansive views of Fraser Canyon. Traveling east through the forests of northern British Columbia, the Rocky Mountaineer conquers the soaring peaks of the majestic Rocky Mountains and into Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff where mountainous wilderness, vast glaciers and distinctive rock formations await. You'll have ample time to explore the charming alpine village of Banff as the Rocky Mountaineer stands by to carry you through spectacular Kamloops and back to Vancouver.
Spend your days relaxing in your luxury train car and comfortable tour vehicles as Canada's most breath-taking wilderness panoramas glide gently past your window, and spend your nights in a premium collection of the country's finest hotels. From sophisticated big-city hotels to elegant alpine chateaus and stunning wilderness lodges, you'll cherish every second of your trip as a dedicated team of experienced guides, private drivers and attentive hospitality staff cater for your every need.
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Meet your driver for a private airport transfer.
The remainder of your day is spent at leisure.
Enjoy a half day (6hr) private city tour of Vancouver as well as the North Shore in the company of a knowledgeable, Driver-Guide. Throughout the tour you will have the chance to visit B.C. Place, G.M. Place, Science World (Olympic Sites), Gastown - Historical area of Vancouver, Canada Place, Alaska Cruise ship terminal and home of the new convention centre as well as visiting Grouse Mountain Skyride in an enclosed gondola (admission included) and Cross Lion's Gate Bridge. At the end of the tour, you will be brought back to your hotel. (Hotel pick up is also included).
This morning you'll join a transfer from your hotel to the Vancouver train station.
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to the resort town of Whistler, renowned for outstanding skiing and year-round outdoor activities. Following your motorcoach transfer from downtown Vancouver, the Rocky Mountaineer takes you on a breathtaking rail journey through the stunning scenery of the Sea to Sky Corridor. Highlights of the trip include spectacular views of Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Brandywine Falls, Mount Garibaldi and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon.
On arrival at the Whistler train station, you will be transferred to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre for a delicious BBQ lunch and a tour of the SLCC.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Whistler.
This morning you'll join a transfer from your hotel to the Whistler train station.
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer to the charming rural town of Quesnel, gateway to the North Cariboo. Enjoy breathtaking and varied scenery, from the river canyons and lush farmland of the Pemberton Valley, through the desert-like conditions of the Fraser Canyon, to rolling hills and vast ranchlands of the Cariboo Plateau. Highlights include the shorelines of Anderson Lake and glacier-fed Seton Lake, sweeping views of the Fraser Canyon, and the crossing of Deep Creek Bridge, one of the highest railway bridges in the world. Your day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer follows the banks of the Fraser River into Quesnel.
Join a transfer from the train station to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
This morning, board a transfer from your hotel to the train station in Quesnel.
Your journey continues eastwards today to the majestic Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. From Quesnel, the Rocky Mountaineer follows the Fraser River north to the town of Prince George, then travels east through the forests of northern British Columbia, home to plentiful wildlife, including a large population of moose. Entering the Rocky Mountain Trench you are surrounded by the steeply rising Rocky Mountains to the north and the Cariboo Mountains to the south. Continue climbing past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet) the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, through Yellowhead Pass into the province of Alberta. Your rail journey ends today on arrival in Jasper.
Join a shared transfer from the train station to your hotel.
Jasper National Park is a World Heritage Site and Canada's largest National Park. Today you will enjoy a short scenic tour including the many natural attractions, rugged peaks, and perhaps even catch a glimpse of some of the many creatures that call this mountain park home.
The remainder of the day is free for you to explore more of Jasper independently.
With a pick up from the hotel, travel to Lake Louise via one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. A stop will be made at Athabasca Falls before arriving at the Columbia Icefield. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn more about its geological features. Your driver/guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out some interesting geological features. Afterwards, a brief stop will be made at Bow Lake before arriving in Lake Louise this afternoon.
This morning you are free to explore beautiful Lake Louise on your own.
After lunch, a half-day tour takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. At the end of the tour you will be transferred to Banff. Please note: While departure from your hotel will be approximately 2:00 p.m., scheduled checkout time is normally 12:00 p.m. Your luggage will be stored upon checkout and you are free to enjoy the amenities of the hotel before the tour departs.
Your entire day today is free for you to spend at your leisure in Banff.
A shuttle from your hotel will transfer you to the train station for your outbound departure today.
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia interior. Your journey takes you through a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior. Today's highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven.
Join a transfer from the train station to your accommodations for the evening.
Upon arrival, your evening is spent at leisure in Kamloops.
Join a transfer from your hotel to the train station this morning.
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today's journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.
Upon arrival, a transfer will bring you to your Vancouver accommodations.
Located directly across the street from Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, the deluxe 23-story Fairmont Waterfront has spectacular views of Vancouver's harbour and North Shore Mountains. The hotel offers the highest standard in guestrooms, amenities and service. Opened in 1991, The Fairmont Waterfront's spacious guestroom interiors have floor to ceiling windows and are freshly redecorated with vibrant new colour schemes. The Fairmont Waterfront, Vancouver's gateway to the Pacific, sets the standard for modern elegance in lodging. World-famous views, fabulous service, delightful accommodations and prime downtown location meld together to offer you an unbeatable experience.
The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is nestled between the majestic coastal mountains of British Columbia and the tides of the Pacific Ocean in Vancouver, one of Canada's most cosmopolitan cities. Sumptuously styled and fully equipped rooms are what await you at this spectacular hotel, designed to provide all the elegance and charm of an English castle. The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver is known as the 'Castle in the City' and reflects timeless luxury and history. Holding a prime downtown location, steps from Vancouver's shopping and entertainment district, it is the perfect place to enjoy Vancouver's vibrant atmosphere.
The Fairmont Chateau Whistler (4*) allows for adventure and relaxation year round. Voted Canada's #1 Golf and #1 Ski Resort by the readers of the Condé Nast Traveler Magazine. Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, this hotel defines mountain luxury. With ski-in and ski-out convenience and on-site golf course, the classic elegance of this landmark offers a modern alpine setting for unsurpassed guest service, exceptional dining, and full resort amenities. For the ultimate indulgence, be sure to plan an escape to the Vida Wellness Spa.
Overnight in comfortable accommodations in Quesnel. Exact hotel will be advised prior to embarking the train.
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is nestled between captivating mountains and enchanting lakes and welcomes you to the Grand Rocky Mountain Lodge Experience. Situated in the magnificent Canadian Rockies in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is the perfect getaway destination for couples, families, and friends alike, by offering luxury lodging, impeccable service, an abundance of wildlife and an excess of leisure opportunities in a remote wilderness setting. Sample local cuisine from their award-winning dining rooms, tee off on Canada's #1 Golf Resort, spend an afternoon quietly fishing on a tranquil lake, or simply relax after a day of adventure among the soaring peaks and rugged pine forests. Consider making use of their Health Club, heated outdoor pool, soak in the hot tub, relax in the steam room, or work out in the fitness center.
The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is the only property located right on the lake itself in the heart of Banff National Park. It is one of Canada's most recognized hotels that have all the lodging and amenities to fulfill your every desire. Satisfy your culinary cravings with their exquisite selection of dining rooms. Pamper both body and soul with a facial, massage, manicure or pedicure in their newly renovated spa. Keep in shape on their trails and ski slopes or in their fully equipped Health Club. Take advantage of all that this treasured Alberta destination has to offer.
Few hotels in the world rival the majesty, hospitality and grandeur of The Fairmont Banff Springs resort. Styled after a Scottish Baronial Castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel, a National Historical Site, is located in the heart of Banff National Park; a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The construction of the hotel in 1888 marked the birthplace of tourism in the Canadian Rockies. Where can you play in authentic winter? A place so magical you'll think you awoke in a storybook. Banff is a destination that offers 3 pristine ski resorts and 'many other exhilarating winter activities at your doorstep'. Come to The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel; unwind in luxury before an evening of unforgettable dining experiences. Breathe the crisp mountain air and marvel at some of nature's most awe-inspiring handiwork, at Canada's 'Storybook' Castle, in the Canadian Rockies! The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel is just steps away from the Town of Banff. An authentic mountain town offering a great diversity of year round shopping, dining, and night life in addition to art and cultural events. Visit our Mountain Region event calendar for all the events happening in Banff. Discover all the exciting activities in Banff.
Overnight in comfortable accommodations in Kamloops. Exact hotel will be advised prior to embarking the train.
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gregkavarnos wrote:Right! So we've established that Buddhists are human beings with all the faults that accompany human existence and that all religious groups utilise faith and devotion (albeit in slightly different manners and with slightly different intentions). And the next great discovery is???
Picking and choosing from a a variety of traditions in order to satisy ego has a box too. It's called New Age.robaire wrote:that is what I meant by boxed in. there is so much on energy comprehensions from other perspectives,
it would slam you good, but a box in mind will notice nothing. why, because he hasn't stepped out of his box to look.
gregkavarnos wrote: Picking and choosing from a a variety of traditions in order to satisy ego has a box too. It's called New Age.
robaire wrote:I'm theist when I feel the need to be.
(which is nearly 100% of the time) ...
that is the beauty of it.
it is expanded freedom.
and what is theism?
well, it is the recognition of a celestial realm.
not unlike something spoken of by quite a number of sages.
and today, these are mostly unknown to dwellers inside boxes of their own making.
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So who exactly is clouded over with rage? If you said overcome by boredom at the incoherenece of your statements, you would have been closer to the truth. I will now leave you to assume yourself in peace.robaire wrote:anyway it is no use discussing religion in any form with anyone when they are clouded over with rage.
robaire wrote:..... I'd like to explore what this thing devotion is ...considering that it is probably a decent ingredient in the recipe that calls for a capable expression of dharma ....
don't worry, I'm not going to rush this subject ...
actually it's like a seed .....
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Ah! Blabla flows so easy like expensive air.
Berry wrote:muni wrote:
Ah! Blabla flows so easy like expensive air.
Which is probably why your posts are often difficult to understand.
muni wrote: The illusion/idea to know a bit the English language is as the illusion/idea to be able to express what cannot be expressed.
`The path does not belong to the perception world, neither does it belong to the nonperception world. Cognition is a delusion and noncognition is senseless. If you want to reach the true path beyond doubt, place yourself in the same freedom as sky. You name it neither good nor not-good.'
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Ah! Blabla flows so easy like expensive air.
Which is probably why your posts are often difficult to understand.
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That being said, my supposedly has 34.6" of rear legroom, but the back seat is still cavernous (I'm 5'11):
That being said, my supposedly has 34.6" of rear legroom, but the back seat is still cavernous (I'm 5'11):
"Of course that's just my opinion; I could be wrong."
Originally Posted by The Igneous FactionOriginally Posted by WhistlerYOW
I agree the Malibu should be on the LWB Epsilon platform rather than SWB without a doubt. But you say "****ed up" like they had a choice. Unfortunately GM had to make the Opel-developed Epsilon platform work for 2 sedans. It wasn't like they had a huge pile of cash on hand to develop a new platform and could do so in the time given. And unfortunately, the Epsilon 2 platform is not only heavy as hell, but the SWB version is too small for American paper comparison tests. They kinda of made the best out of a bad situation, and at least were able to add some length to the Impala to address the LaCrosse trunk size issues.I think GM ****ed up by trying to differentiate the Malibu that much from the Impala sizewise, and I think they did that to try to sell it in global markets.
However, GM might end up lucking out in this situation and not have to take a wash until a redesign in 2018. While straddling classes has long been a GM weakness, the midsize sedan class is starting to play second fiddle to the compact sedan class in the US and maybe a shakeup could be in store. By all accounts so far the 2014 Impala looks to be a real solid effort. Having a flashier Impala take over retail sales from higher optioned Malibus might work this time around, especially since the Impala will be equipped with a 4 cyclinder. Shift Impala fleet sales to the Malibu, where rear seat size won't be such a "deal breaker" and the 2 sedans could net a very healthy amount of sales.
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What also happened was that in 2008 the Accord Coupe and sedan diverged. The 7th-gen Accord coupe has a larger trunk and more passenger volume than the 8th-gen. The coupe stood pat while the sedan grew, in order to better diversify.
more trunk space
less front head room
less front hip room
more front shoulder room
less rear head room
more rear hip room
more rear leg room
Not exactly supporting the claim you made.
The smaller exterior dimensioned Camry is a little tighter up front, but provides a little larger space in the back....
Technically, the smaller Camry, when it was "redesigned" kept virtually the same exterior dimensions while increasing space inside, mostly to the rear passenger compartment.
So... honda has some packaging work to do.
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How in the world is the Altima short on interior space? I have witnessed my 6'2" father adjust the drivers seat to his position and then sit behind it more than comfortably; there is ample space in the interior of the Altima. The only thing the Altima is short on is memory seating...
meanwhile, Passat came last in CD comparo.
September 2012:
Maxima: 5,718 -6.8%
Mazda 6: 1,403 ?%
Passat: 9,500 +199.1% (I know, slightly unfair )
Camry: 34,252 +37.8%
Prius: 18,932 +103%
And while everyone else has big gains, the Altima stagnated with 24,448 (+0.4%). And the Jetta outsold the Mazda 3. This is nationwide - you bet this looks yet more skewed on the West Coast. So, yes, relatively speaking, there are lot fewer new Mazda and Nissan family sedans on the road now, and this is even more the case on the West Coast.
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I love how TCL is always whining about how big and fat American market cars are, crying for more European size offerings, then when gm actually downsize a model everyone whines about it. Then VW makes their cars fat and more American/less European and everyone loves it.
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I also don't think LaCrosse pricing is going to hinder how Chevy prices the Impala with options too much. While the LaCrosse currently starts at $31,000, it keeps moving up the price ladder quite a bit since release. I'd imagine that the refresh for 2014 will see another $1,000 price increase and the redesign an even larger one. They also seem to target different markets rather well, at least a lot better than GM used to do with its rebadges.
Snowball of bad choices is nice to say the least! And I think redundancy has plagued them in the past to no ends. But I don't think the issues with the Malibu stem from any redundancy. They stem from not having 2 platforms sized in spec with other U.S. midsize and fullsize sedan platforms and ones that don't weigh a ton available at the time. I'd assume that somewhere right now GM is developing an Epsilon 3 platform that will be lighter and allow for greater adaptability in terms of length, giving Chevy the option to have a larger Malibu and Impala in the future.I don't really mean to imply they had no choice, though it's just a snowball of bad choices made through the years. I do agree that the Impala looks pretty great and gives Chevrolet a little better answer to high-spec midsizers and other fullsizers. I just think their redundancy is really hurting them, and if they're committed to Buick, they can't cripple Chevrolet models to try to jam them all together in a price/size continuum. They either need to embrace a bit of redundancy, or they need to axe some models.
However, I don't think this issue will matter too much at this time because of the transition GM is trying to make with the Impala from fleet queen to retail darling. This requires a large shift of the 10,000+ fleet sales a month the Impala racks in to the Malibu. And I think the Malibu is more than capable of handling fleet sales shifted down from the Impala as well as maintaining its retail sales. This allows the Impala to appeal to high-spec buyers in the segment who probably care more about resale value that can be diminished by high percentages of fleet. Should be interesting to see how the premium-spec Fusions retain value if Ford keeps up its fleet dumping practices.
"Of course that's just my opinion; I could be wrong."
Originally Posted by The Igneous FactionOriginally Posted by WhistlerYOW
actually, with a little research, the Accord EX seemed to win because of its heavy advantage in powertrain over the Fusion. they both had the same score for vehicle evaluation 82 /100 points and chassis score 54/60 points. but the Accord got 52/55 points for powertrain vs 45/55 from the Fusion, and the Accord surprisingly got 23/25 points for fun to drive compared to 21/25 points from the Fusion contradicting the Motor Trend comparison which stated that the same Accord EX was no fun to drive at all. however, they did use the automatic version of the Fusion which is probably much more boring than the manual. so it appears that the Fusion wasn't as knocked over its ergonomics and interior styling as i thought it would be. or maybe the Accord lost points in probably being the most expensive vehicle in the test, or something.
Looking at the charts rather than reading the text shows these cars to be remarkably close, so a few observations:
Based on observed MPG, the Malibu's 21.3 really is off; the Passat's "good, but not outstanding" 25.5 is only .3 off the Accord's "fine" 25.8 and .8 off the Altima's leading 26.3.
The Passat's "massive trunk" is smaller than the Malibu and Fusion.
The Passat, for all the bally-hoo about its interior size, comes up first only in rear legroom, and that by .2 over the Camry. If you're a tall driver, you'll want the Altima.
They're all pretty close 0-30 and 0-40, the Passat lags (probably noticeably) 0-60 and 45-65.
Based on the numbers, there's no clear winner.
Interior and exterior styling preferences are ultimately personal, so I doubt that anyone choosing based on that will be disappointed.
I suspect that the driving experience is the clearest variable. If you're not an enthusiast and/or have a brand preference, it probably won't make a difference; and while the Malibu and Camry seem to come up a bit short, I wonder whether the on-the-road difference between the others is that significant. Personally, I've driven a prior gen Camry, ridden in my brother-in-laws Eco-Malibu-sort of unimpressed, especially compared to his previous gen Malibu; and taken a Passat 2.5 for an unfortunately short test drive-satisfied enough to give it another shot; test drove an Optima-impressive; and have no experience with recent Accords or Altimas.
I know I sound non-committal, but this test gives me no reason to believe that whichever car one picks it won't disappoint, nor will nitpicky hairsplitting change anyone's mind.
All in all, I guess that's a testament to the manufacturers' strides in a very competitive segment, or an indictment of their universal blandness-I'll go with the former.
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Growth Gap Remains Large
The Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) estimated that real gross domestic product (GDP) declined at an annual rate of 1.0% during the 1st-quarter 2014. BEA had estimated that real GDP had advanced by 0.1% in its first estimate of 1st-quarter GDP.
Today's release was disappointing on several fronts. While the unusually cold and snowy winter had a negative effect on growth in the quarter, most forecasters estimate that the weather related "lost growth" will be made up in the 2nd-quarter. For example, Macroeconomic Advisers has estimated that the weather subtracted 1.4 percentage points from growth in the 1st-quarter, but would add 1.6 percentage points to growth in the 2nd-quarter. Even without the "weather effect" growth during the quarter would have been barely positive.
Since the recession ended in June 2009, real GDP has increased by a total of 10.8% over 19 quarters. That equates to annualized growth of 2.2%. That compares rather unfavorably with the average of other post-1960 recoveries when the annualized growth rate over the comparable period was 4.1%. During the strong Reagan recovery of the 1980s, annualized growth over the comparable 19 quarters was 5.0%. If this recovery had merely been average, real GDP would be $1.5 trillion larger. A Reagan-style recovery would have added $2.1 trillion to real GDP.
Getting back to average will not be easy. In order to get back to average, real GDP would need to grow at an annual rate of 6.3% through the end of 2016. To catch up to the Reagan recovery, the annualized growth rate would need to come in at 8.4% through the end of 2016.
Inside Today's Report
Real personal consumption expenditures (PCE) rose at an annual rate of 3.1% during the quarter and added 2.09 percentage points to the growth rate. On the negative side of the ledger, the change in private investment in inventories subtracted 1.62 points from the growth rate, while fixed non-residential investment (0.20 percentage point) and residential investment (0.16 percentage point) also subtracted from the growth rate. Net exports subtracted 0.95 percentage point.
Federal government consumption and investment added 0.05 percentage point to growth, while state and local government consumption and investment subtracted 0.20 percentage point from growth.
While the 3.1% annual growth in real PCE appears to be the bright spot in today's report, a look at the underlying detail paints as less rosy picture. As Wells Fargo pointed out in its comments on the BEA report, most of the PCE growth "came from services outlays, which were driven primarily by the implementation of the Affordable Care Act that boosted payments for health insurance. While this growth does reflect actual activity, the timing reflects the political calendar and not the economy's underlying momentum. Without the bump in healthcare outlays, consumer spending would have risen at just a 2.1 percent pace and real GDP would have tumbled at a 2.0 percent pace. That would have been a pause that truly depressed overall economic growth" (emphasis added).
Of the 2.09 percentage points that PCE added to the growth rate, roughly half (1.01 percentage points) came from increased spending on health care services. Over the past four quarters, increased spending on health services accounts for 34% of the increase in real PCE. Over the four quarters, real PCE increased 2.5%, while real spending on health care services increased 5.2%.
Expect the Growth Gap to Grow In the Future
Even if real GDP grows at an annual rate of 3% through the end of 2016, the size of the growth gap will be larger at the end of President Obama's term than it is today. This would occur despite the fact that the gap compared to the average of other recoveries includes the entirety of the "Great Recession" and the deep recession of 1981-82.
A Note on Creating Faster Economic Growth
Earlier today, the House Ways and Means Committee reported legislation making bonus depreciation permanent. Fixed business investment drives private sector job creation. History shows us that when businesses invest, they also hire new people.
Yesterday, Chairman Brady released a Republican Staff Analysis entitled Bonus Depreciation – Reducing the Growth Gap. The analysis is available on the JEC Republicans web site. New investment increases the output potential of the economy. For example, the Tax Foundation estimates that making 50% bonus depreciation permanent would expand the capital stock by more than 3%; increase the size of the U.S. economy by 1%; raise real wages by about 1%; and create 212,000 jobs. Moreover, making bonus depreciation permanent would actually increase federal revenues over the long run because of increased economic activity.


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Car thieves back on the prowl at parks, trails
Visitors are reminded to stash valuables, lock up
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Snohomish County Parks and Recreation Department Ranger Nick Gero walks out on to the dock at the Lake Cassidy trail head.
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Snohomish County Parks and Recreation Department Panger Nick Gero removes a barrier while patrolling a portion of the Centennial Trail on Thursday afternoon. The department has printed theft prevention reminders rangers can post on cars with exposed valuables.
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Snohomish County Parks and Recreation Department Ranger Nick Gero waves at a cyclist while checking on a portion of the Centennial Trail.
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Snohomish County Parks and Recreation Department Ranger Nick Gero checks for exposed valuables inside cars Thursday afternoon at the Armar Road trail head along the Centennial Trail. Rangers can post theft prevention reminders on cars with exposed valuables.
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A Snohomish County Parks and Recreation Department signs warns people parking at an interpretive site along the Centennial Trail to remove all valuable from their vehicle.
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Snohomish County Parks and Recreation Department Ranger Nick Gero cleans up broken glass from a recent break-in in at the Armar Road trail head along the Centennial Trail on Thursday afternoon.
As skies clear and the temperature rises, sun-starved hikers, bikers and joggers descend upon parks and trails across Snohomish County.
Thieves do, too, hovering in the shadows, laying low.
Often, they're the ones in street clothes who loiter in the parking lot.
Their calling card can be a pile of broken glass.
At least seven break-ins occurred at parking lots along the Centennial Trail between April 9 and 16. Five of those car prowls happened over the weekend on stretches of the trail near Marysville. More likely went unreported, officials said.
"It's a crime of opportunity," Snohomish County parks director Tom Tiegen said. His department oversees 10,000 acres spread over more than 100 parks.
At this time of year, people should take extra precautions at city, county, state and national parks as well as local playgrounds, Tiegen said. Urban and rural parks are common trolling grounds for thieves.
Thieves typically look through car windows for purses, electronic equipment, GPS devices and other goods that they can steal quickly, Tiegen said. Often, they will bide their time, waiting and watching people wander off onto the trail. They know their victims can be gone for hours on walks. The Centennial Trail, for instance, is 30 miles long.
The best defense is to have nothing worth stealing in the car.
It's also helpful to place anything of value in the trunk before leaving home or arriving at the park. If thieves watch valuables being put inside the trunk, they'll simply smash a window and pop it open.
"We really try to encourage people to just be aware of their surroundings," Snohomish County parks operations supervisor Rich Patton said.
If someone appears to be lingering in a parking lot in street clothes, it makes sense to jot down their license plate numbers, he said.
Sometimes thieves will work in tandem with one person in the parking lot and a lookout on the trail with a cellphone.
Recently, a county ranger encountered two men in street clothes at the trail head to the Lime Kiln Trail near the Robe Gorge. They appeared to be waiting for her to leave. They managed to smoke a pack of cigarettes while she waited them out. She didn't budge; they eventually left.
In his 19 years as a ranger, Patton only once caught a thief on the prowl. He did a stakeout, armed with binoculars, a telescope and a camera. Even with all the equipment, the thief was so efficient, Patton couldn't be sure a car had been broken into until he went to investigate at close range.
"It's amazing how fast they can be," he said.
Vehicle prowls at parks and trails tend to come in spurts and they can be tough to quantify, officials said.
"When the weather gets better, we see an increase in car prowls," Snohomish County Sheriff's Office spokeswoman Shari Ireton said. "The challenge is not everybody reports it."
The use of surveillance cameras at some parks and monitoring by park rangers and patrol officers is not enough to keep car prowlers at bay.
"The public can help us by being our eyes and ears," sheriff's Lt. Kathi Lang said. "If you see someone acting suspicious -- peering into parked cars or who doesn't appear to be there to use the park or trail -- please call 911."
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Stay safe
Here are some safety tips if you are planning to leave your car unattended at a trail head:
•Always lock your car, roll up the windows and take your keys with you.
Do not leave any valuables in your car.
If you must leave items in your car make sure everything, regardless of value, is locked in the trunk or glove box and not visible. Try to put items in the trunk before arriving at the park.
Stop and take note of your surroundings before leaving your parked vehicle. If you notice anything suspicious, call 911.
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A friend of mine just started giving her 3-month-old applesauce and rice cereal. My son is just 2 weeks younger than hers, and I am wondering if I should be introducing solids soon, too. What do you think?
- Taylor
To eat solid foods, babies need good head and neck control and should be able to sit up in a high chair, which usually doesn't happen until they're 4 to 6 months old. Also, if you try to feed your son solids before this age, you may notice that he pushes food out of his mouth just as quickly as you put it in. Babies start to lose this natural tongue-thrusting reflex at the 4- to 6-month mark, which makes it easier for them to start eating solid foods.
And don't worry about not introducing new foods early enough. Health experts recommend breastfeeding as a baby's only source of nutrition until about 6 months. During a baby's first 6 months, water, juice, and solid foods are usually unnecessary. Up until this point, breast milk or formula provides everything babies need nutritionally.
When you begin to introduce foods to your baby, start with an iron-fortified single-grain baby cereal (such as rice or oatmeal) on a spoon before moving on to pureed fruits, vegetables, or meats. Introduce just one new food at a time and wait several days before starting another. This will give you a chance to see if your baby is allergic to the new food.
Also, it may take several tries before your son starts to enjoy a new food, so don't give up after the first or second attempt if he doesn't seem to like it.
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Date reviewed: October 2014
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Blue is at the doctor's. Help Dr. Maya check on Blue's health.
Look for clues with Blue, weekdays on Nick Jr.
Kids interact with Dr. Maya, helping her select the correct medical instruments, such as a stethoscope, thermometer, and tongue depressor, to check Blue's heart, lungs, temperature, and throat.
Parent Tip: Taking your child to a checkup? Play this game to teach kids what the doctor will do and why.
Hop aboard the train and uncover clues in all three cities!
Can your little ghost tracker help find Blue's ghost friends in the old house?
It's Doodle time! Can you help Blue guess what Doodle is drawing?
Coloring without crayons? You betcha.
What will Blue and Magenta wear? Kids decide!
Blue can't wait to see what the new puppy will look like!
Whoa, it's Joe! And he is on a journey to the Blue's Clues house!
Woop Dee Doo! Come on and dance the Blue!
Polka Dot is blowing bubble letters that will form a word. Pop, pop!
It's her party and she'll dress how she wants to.
Play matchmaker! Help Blue find the pairs of cards that match.
Kids skidoo and play the music pattern with Blue!
Can you imagine what's in the box for Steve?
Play a reading game with Blue where she teaches words to you!
"I'm not tired!" Sound familiar? That's what a bird on a hill kept saying.
Hmmm...let's find out!
Help Blue find her baby brother!
Dive into the deep with Dora to retrieve the stolen treasure.
Love is in the air, but Dora and Boots need to find that missing Valentine
Kids can learn how to be super sorters by helping the pups save the crops!
Kids can play six games in one with Todee, Muno, and the rest of the Gabba gang
Come on in and explore all the rooms in Dora's house!
Find 6 action-packed math adventures in one umirrific game
Have a Tickety-tastic adventure before chime time with Tommy and Tallulah!
Take off with the team! Speed by obstacles & robots in a race to the finish line
Go on a tour of Dora's house and find surprises through every door!
Swim with mermaids to help collect all the things that fell into the sea
Kids race to help the Fresh Beats stay cool with this ice cold game
Kids help Dora be a GREAT big sister by playing with the twins!
"All aboard!" says Dora. "We're going to the carnival in the big city!"
Hop aboard the train and uncover clues in all three cities!
Kids can win a prize by helping the Guppies' playful pup burst bubbles!
Coloring without crayons? You betcha.
Master match-making skills with Princess Kai-lan!
Preschoolers puzzle out obstacles with the help of adventurous ants and Kai-lan
Kids enter Diego's world of shapes, colors, & animals in this arctic adventure
Kids use colors and patterns to paint new shells for the hermit crabs!
It's dance party time! Click on DJ Hoho's colorful notes to get it going!
Meet animals big and small and help Dora take care of them all!
Get ready to shout out BINGO!
All Aboard the Animal Rescue train!
The phone is ringing. There's an animal in trouble--call the Wonder Pets!
Help Dora and Swiper save Friendship Day!
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This week in Chicago the temperatures are scorching and the humidity is full force. Not to sound dramatic, but a snow storm sounds nice right about now. I guess it is safe to say, it is summer time in Chicago.
Even though the heat is on, it doesn't stop people from coming to this beautiful city to catch some rays at the beach, check out some festivals, and lounge around on a rooftop or patio.
Here is a list of neighborhood music and food festivals going this weekend. So ladies, throw your hair in a sock bun and boys rock your board shorts, because there is a lot of fun things happening in Downtown Chicago.
TASTE OF RIVER NORTH: This is one of your best bets for a neighborhood street fest this weekend. Enjoy two stages of music, food from a variety of area eateries, a Kids' Zone for the little ones and tons of art and merchandise from vendors. July 19-21, Ward Park (Kingsbury & Erie), $5-$8
PITCHFORK MUSIC FESTIVAL: One of Chicago's biggest music festivals takes over Union Park with its usual crop of indie darlings along with some familiar names. July 19-21, Union Park, $50-$120
11TH ANNUAL SOUND SYSTEM BLOCK PARTY: Every year, Wicker Park's The Silver Room takes the party outdoors for a diverse homegrown block party with three stages and more than 50 music and visual art performances. You'll only want to go here if you're prepared to dance!
July 20, 1442 N Milwaukee, 12-10 pm, FREE
SHEFFIELD GARDEN WALK & MUSIC FESTIVAL: Visit more than 100 neighborhood gardens on a self-guided tour or join in with select guided group tours. July 20-21, Sheffield Ave. and Webster St., Noon till dusk, $7-$10
Whatever you decide to do make sure you apply your sun screen, keep hydrated, and stay cool because it is HOT- HOT- HOT!


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Here is a recent keynote I gave for the Delaware Valley Innovation Network. The group is working on coordinating the activities of community colleges — and other parties — between the adjacent Delaware, Philadelphia, and New Jersey regions. My objective was to use case studies to show that drawing circles around regions to count combined assets (as is too frequently done) is not enough; it is also necessary to find ways to drive collaboration.
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Kent State School of Theatre and Dance presents the delightful musical comedy, "Plain and Fancy"Posted Oct. 9, 2013
Kent State University's School of Theatre and Dance continues its 2013-2014 season with Joseph Stein and Will Glickman's comedic pop culture depiction of Amish life "Plain and Fancy" running Oct. 25 – Nov. 3, 2013 in E. Turner Stump Theatre, 1325 Theatre Drive in the (newly named) Center for Performing Arts. For tickets call 330-672-ARTS (2787), purchase online at www.theatre.kent.edu or in person at the Performing Arts Box Office located in the Roe Green Center lobby at 1325 Theatre Drive, Monday – Friday, Noon to 5 pm. Tickets are $16 for adults, $14 for Kent State University alumni, faculty and staff, $12 for seniors (60+) and non-Kent State students age 18 and under are $8. Tickets for full-time, Kent State main campus undergraduates are free of charge. Groups of 10 or more can purchase tickets for $10 per person. The box office accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, checks, and cash.
First performed at New York's Mark Hellinger Theater in 1955, "Plain and Fancy" was one of the first portrayals of Amish community life in American pop culture and endures as a comedic gem which both reveals and entertains amidst the clash of cultures and beliefs. The show shares many of the same themes of tradition, family, and community as scribe Joseph Stein's more well-known work "Fiddler on the Roof."
"Plain and Fancy" is directed by Terri Kent, professor and director of the musical theatre program and artistic director of Porthouse Theatre. Natalie Rosmarin serves as the assistant director. The production features costume design by April Rock, scenic design by Raynette Halvorsen Smith, lighting design by Jakyung Seo, technical direction by Steve Pauna, and production stage management by Joshua Brown. Notably, the cast features Returning Professional Graduate student, Greg Violand as Papa Yoder. Violand, a well-known actor throughout Northeast Ohio, was recently cast in another project related to the Amish community, the upcoming film "Love Finds You in Sugarcreek."
"Supported by a lush score and a great book, this show is a visual feast," said director Terri Kent. "Our team did not shy away from the production challenges that are often associated with this show, successfully collaborating to meet the unusual demands of having a car, an Amish buggy, and a barn raising on stage."
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The Texas Coalition for Animal Protection is helping support local animal causes by donating a total of $8,500 in service credit, or TCAP cash, to local city animal shelters or non-profit rescue organizations that currently use TCAP to service the pets in their care. The organization with the highest number of votes Feb. 1-28 will earn $5,000, the first runner-up will earn $2,500 and the second runner-up will earn $1,000. Here's how you can support the Prairie Paws Animal Shelter: 1. Visit the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection and "LIKE" www.facebook.com/TexasCoalitionforAnimalProtection 2. Find the Prairie Paws Animal Shelter on the list. 3. Vote once a day. 4. Tell everyone you know! For more information on the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection, visit www.texasforthem.org. For more information on the Prairie Paws Animal Shelter, visit www.gptx.org/paws.
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"I thought it went our way today," said head coach Bobby Kramig. "I was very pleased with the shutout. The thing I was most pleased with was the way we were running and moving the ball and attacking with a more-aggressive mindset than we have in the past."
Just under four minutes into the game, freshman midfielder Rachel Marble scored her first career goal as a RedHawk. Marble took a corner pass from junior forward Hailey Pleshakov and booted in the game-winner from the top of the box.
Miami carried a 1-0 lead into the second half until junior midfielder Kelsey Dinges scored off an assist from sophomore midfielder Haley Walter at the 64:28 mark.
The Miami offensive attack kept the Huskies' goalkeeper busy, recording 10 shots in the opening half with three on goal and amassing 12 second-half shots with a whopping seven on goal. RedHawk senior goalkeeper Allison Norenberg added to her Miami career record for shutouts, notching the 19th of her career and moving to 6-6-2 in goal this season.
"We've been a little tentative in the final third this year, and our goal scoring production reflects that," added Kramig. "We worked on it really hard this week, and we got some players going forward and being a little bit more aggressive. I think we left a lot of goals out there on the field today, but we're generating a lot more chances and certainly have a better mindset when it comes to attacking."
The RedHawks continue a three-match home stand on Sunday, Oct. 20, hosting Toledo at 1 p.m. The picnic for both past and current patients at McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital's Oncology Unit rescheduled for Sunday been canceled.


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When it comes to firearms, let's agree that too much blood is being shed in Orange County and across the nation.
Two people were killed Tuesday apparently just going to work. I needn't continue with the casualties. You know the score.
Let's agree on something else. Guns were invented to kill living things because they are far more efficient than bows and arrows, catapults, clubs, swords ...
I agree with my Second Amendment buddies. Guns don't kill people.
But people certainly do, and that's why it's time to get serious about change.
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I was 6 years old when my dad gave me a BB rifle. We headed into the Topanga Canyon hills, and I learned to load, aim and fire. I was in heaven. But heaven was short-lived.
My mom made the gun disappear, and guns were never allowed in our home again. As a young reporter, I learned quick draw from a professional cowboy, visited a few police ranges, hunted rabbits in Oregon and went target shooting with some friends who were Vietnam War vets.
Until a recent class on handguns, that was about the extent of my direct experience with firearms. Luckily – at least as far as this column is concerned – I have more experience with violence.
I've had my nose broken with a forearm, been knocked out with a glass beer pitcher, had a black eye from a fist, suffered a cracked rib from a punch, been covered in blood from a split lip.
Since my mom reads the Register, I'll stop. Let's just say that before I settled into adulthood, I was in some gnarly fights after tempers flared.
What would have happened if a gun were involved?
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After the shootings Tuesday, I ask a top firearms expert the same question but flip it.
What if guns weren't present during Tuesday's series of shootings?
Name a firearms certification, Greg Block has it – FBI, ATF, NRA, DOJ. A Huntington Beach resident, Block is credentialed to teach everything from SWAT tactics to how to handle a submachine gun.
Block tells me: "Guns are not the issue. You can find lots of articles where kids stab their parents, take hammers to their heads, baseball bats."
An instructor for city, county, state and federal agencies for three decades, Block makes a good point. Almost anything can be used as a weapon.


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The Golden Lions have made three changes to their starting line-up for their Currie Cup clash against WP in Cape Town this Saturday.
Butch James will start at flyhalf in place of Elton Jantjies, who's on Springbok duty. Inside centre Dylan des Fountain also gets a place in the run-on side with Jaco Taute in the Test mix.
The one change among the forwards sees flank Jaco Kriel preferred ahead of Willie Britz.
Golden Lions – 15 Andries Coetzee, 14 Deon Helberg, 13 Lionel Mapoe, 12 Dylan des Fountain, 11 Ruan Combrinck, 10 Butch James, 9 Michael Bondesio, 8 Warren Whiteley, 7 Jaco Kriel, 6 Cobus Grobbelaar, 5 Franco Van der Merwe, 4 Michael Rhodes, 3 Jacobie Adriaanse, 2 Callie Visagie, 1 JC Janse van Rensburg (c).
Subs: 16 Martin Bezuidenhout, 17 Ruan Dreyer, 18 Ettienne Oosthuizen, 19 Willie Britz, 20 Ross Cronje, 21 Deon van Rensburg, 22 James Kamana.


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Bethany Swedes succeed! Our students are confident because of the wide background of knowledge, skills, and experiences they gain at Bethany. These enable them to take on challenges and conquer them. Be a Swede and you can succeed, too! Read more Swede Success Stories.
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Dr. Keir Swisher '02 is the co-medical director of the Salina Regional Health Center Emergency Department as a board certified emergency medicine physician.
As a third generation Swede, Swisher knows the value of a Bethany education. "I chose Bethany College because I knew I would get a great education and would be well-prepared to enter medical school," he says. "Bethany has an amazing acceptance rate into medical school, and I knew medicine was my destination as a career."
Throughout his hard work preparing for medical school, Swisher developed a close relationship with the late Professor Emeritus of Chemistry Charles "Doc" Englund, who taught at Bethany from 1968 to 2009. Even after graduation, Swisher maintained contact and supported the initiative to name the chemistry lab of the 2008 additions to the Nelson Science Center after his former professor and mentor.
Outside of his major studies, Swisher took full advantage of Bethany's many opportunities for students to learn more about themselves through an active campus life. "I loved my time at Bethany College as I had the opportunity to be a two-sport student-athlete and be involved in various extra-curricular activities," he says.
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Gender: Male
Age: 30
Location: FL
Occupation: Dentist (county health dept.)
Education: Univ. of Florida Finance/Insurance Undergrad, Dentistry Grad
2010 Compensation: $170k "soft" dollars: 120K salary + 12K in 401k + full medical/dental/vision + 32K/yr lean repayment (NHSC)
Future Salary Projection: ?
Whats the job like: Work on child medicaid patients. See 15-25 pt /day. Make my own tx plans. Administrators are non-dentist, strict but reasonable.
Gender: Male
Age: 27
Location: NYC suburbs
Occupation: Embedded software engineer
Education: MS in EE, BS in CompE
2010 Compensation: low 6 figures + maybe a bonus (finger crossed). Also want to mention that my salary may seem high, but where I live the cost of living is very high, so I don't make THAT much. For example, my brother makes maybe a third of what I make and he had two houses before I had 1 because he lives in a different state with lower cost of living.
Future Salary Projection: 3-5% a year and 10-15% on promotions. Probably max out at the $200k range at around age 50 or so from what I can tell from colleagues. I'll also retire with about 1-2 million in my 401k (again based on colleagues).
Environment: typical engineering environment. Everyone is smart and does their job, so there is no one hovering over you. I don't clock in or out. Lunches/breaks at my discretion. I work from home whenever I don't feel like coming in. Only negative aspect comes into play at the end of a project. Engineers love to perfect things, so they spend too much of their time doing more than they are tasked with, so at the end of the project, its always a time crunch to get everything else done on time.
Would I recommend this career to others? I would if you like good pay and calm work environment. I also think this career is pretty recession proof, but I could be wrong. My only complaint is that the work can be boring at times. I don't like doing tedious tasks like documentation and I don't like doing the same thing over and over again. Luckily I have worked in a lot of different projects, but I do have colleagues who have worked on the same project for 30+ years. Another bad thing is that you can get too comfortable in this type of work. I'm a career/goal oriented person, but I find myself lagging a bit. For instance, I always planned on getting a phd growing up and now I see no point to it. Also, I've been meaning to develop a website/cell phone app to make me filthy rich and I can't make myself put the time into it.
If not this, then what? Good question! Probably an accountant or day trader. Maybe start my own business? Something with a lot of math would come easy. A college professor also seems plausible.
"Ignorance more frequently begets confidence than does knowledge"
I think I might be better stimulated with a different type of software development, like internet or game development. But there are fewer of those jobs here in the east coast, they pay less and are probably more stressful.
Gender: Male
Age: 32
Location: Utah
Occupation: CFO of a technology company
Education: BS Financial Economics; MS Accounting
2010 Compensation: mid 6 figures + a bonus + equity.
Future Salary Projection: 10-15% a year and equity. Probably will settle at about $200k until we sell the company and I cash out my equity.
Environment: Technology start-up. Lots of cool people, cool technology, very relaxed (jeans to work. etc.). 45 hours/week.
Would I recommend this career to others? Yes, but getting to where I am at is very difficult and usually requires some long hours at consulting firms prior to getting to this point.
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Why I would never say it isn't possible, being in public accounting or in an accounting job does not typically qualify one for a CFO role as the breadth of experience and thought processes are not expansive enough (which is why most accountants become controllers at the top of their corporate careers and not CFOs).
I would say your path is even more difficult since you do not have public accounting experience, which gives you a very different experience than an inhouse corporate accounting job.
You probably need to make a major change somewhere in your career path either through leaving for additional schooling (MAcc or MBA) at the best school you can and then reentering the work force in a different position.
I hope this post does not sound harsh, but most of my accounting friends will never be in a CFO role even though most target that position.
I graduated December of 2009, and did not received an offer to work at big 4 accounting firms. The only offer I received was from a management firm as an A/R accountant.
I will definitely look into going back to school this year and look to jump in to public accounting.
Would you recommend going into public accounting or going back to school for MBA? And should I aim for big 4 firms or large regional accounting firms will look just as good on my resume?
Hopefully I will be able to move up the ladder like you did
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Age: 28
Location: FL
Occupation: Jail Guard
Education: B.S. Public Safety Administration
2010 Compensation: Wage is approximately $20/hr, but that doesn't take into account shift differential, overtime and other extra pay (I nearly cleared 50k in 2010). Our benefits are incredibly generous. We have outstanding medical and dental insurance of which I pay a modest premium. Our retirement truly shines; we are on the Florida Retirement System which is fully employer funded. We can choose between a pension with a 3% yearly multiplier of our highest five grossing years or an investment plan (18% into a 401k without any employee contribution). Other fringe benefits include free access to several gyms and tuition re-reimbursement up $1500/yr.
Future Salary Projection: That depends on if I am able to move up the ranks. Provided I am able to earn a promotion to a supervisory role I will see a dramatic increase in pay. Without such a promotion the future looks much bleaker. Our wages have been frozen for the last three years and we do not have a step plan in place.
Environment: The environment is not nearly as bad as movies and television programs portray. That being said it is a far cry from regular office work and you never know exactly what to expect on a daily basis, but sure as hell better be ready for it. Working in a jail we deal predominately with inmates awaiting trial or those convicted of misdemeanors. This environment differs from prisons which are much more ripe for violence and attacks against staff. I worked a lot of shitty dead end jobs (Target, Hollywood Video, Winn Dixie, etc.) prior to this job and I can say without hesitation this is the easiest and least labor intensive job I've ever held. Obviously there are downsides to this line of work as you are dealing with the dregs of society (for the most part) and it is often difficult to find anything remotely rewarding about this type of work. It can be outright depressing when you consider your duty is to make sure the alleged child rapist has sufficient toilet paper.
Working the night shift there are hours and hours of downtime. When I started this job I only possessed a HS Diploma, but I managed to obtain my BS while limiting myself to studying only at work. We are on 12 hour shifts with rotating days off. I absolutely love this schedule and cherish all the free time it provides me. You can't beat coming into work only fifteen days a month!
Would I recommend this career to others? Only if you lacked the education to do something else. The pay and benefits are phenomenal for the job requirements. If I am unable to promote I see myself leaving this line of work as there are so few redeeming qualities outside of the steady paycheck and benefits.
If not this, then what? No idea! I fell into this line of work because of my general apathy and laziness. Looking to the future I think I would try the medical field if I end up starting over. Nursing looks like a brighter and brighter option, especially now that Scott is the Gov and eager to gut FRS
job market isn't bad for EVERYONE, my company is hiring. Its just a little weak and in certain segments its VERY weak -- I've definitely seen and heard from others that there is a turnaround this year in terms of hiring but it seems to apply mostly to skilled and experienced workers. People without degrees and without any particular job skills (like basic office workers and construction contractors) are still struggling.
Gender: Male
Age: 23
Location: Washington DC
Occupation: IT Consultant at a gov't contractor
Education: BBA - Computer Information Systems
2010 Compensation: $75,000 Base Pay
Future Salary Projection: I'm not entirely sure on this one, I've only been in the job market for two years and after 1 year at my first job, I left to take this one and got a 25% raise. I can't expect a 25% raise every year, but I would expect 5-6% a year until my next promotion.
Benefits: Full medical, dental and vision. 401k entry once a year as a part of profit sharing. Fully paying for my Top Secret clearance. 18 days paid time off a year.
What's the job like?
IT Consultant is an extremely broad term, so I'll break it down to what I do. I was hired as a Web Services developer with experience in Service Oriented Architecture. As I await my clearance I am on a temporary project as an Extract, Transform and Load Developer.
Day to day at both jobs, I am attending status meetings with my company, meeting with client for requirements, making presentations to the client with prototypes and writing documentation discussing and explaining what I am doing. That is about 60% of my time.
The other 40% is what I like doing. Writing and troubleshooting code, testing my processes and trying to fit them together. Taking a legacy application and creating a service to let it talk to another legacy app within the organization that could be written in an entirely different language.
Would you recommend the career to others?
I have a few recomendations;
1) The IT World: It is not for everyone. You have to enjoy logical problem solving and you absolutely can not be a person who gets easily frustrated. A lot of trial and error goes in to what I do, and also a lot of research. It is impossible to know everything, and a lot of the time, more work is being thrown on to you, while you are still trying to understand the original scope. Also you have to be ok with some monotany. After I've done all the interesting and new part of a project, I then have to go back and put in the mindless error protections.
2) The Consulting World: I was not a consultant until I took this job and it has been a fairly large culture shift. You always have to remember what your contract says. I'm constantly being asked to look into this, or try to develop this; which normally would be fine. But since my contract calls for me to develop one thing, is this specific way, with these specific deliverables; that is what I must do. Anything else is a contact ammendment. Also little things like time and expense reporting become a much bigger deal or even what to do when the client has off, but you don't.
As a whole, I can't complain. I didn't think I'd be making 75k/yr 18 months out of college. Now if I could only save some of that...
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Gender: Male
Age: 27
Location: IL
Occupation: Quality Associate (Health care Industry)
Education: B.S. Biology
2010 Compensation: 55k
Future Salary Projection: +3-5%, promotions could range from 60k-80k a year depending where I would advance to.
Benefits: Full Medical/Dental, 401k match of 4% + 4% of annual salary bonus, 80 hours Vaca, 2 personal days, 8 sick days.
What's the job like?
I work in a quality department for a big health care corporation that deals with a variety of medical products and drugs in use on the market. We interface with customers (home patients, hospitals, doctors, sales reps) on one end, and with regulatory bodies on the other end. Main responsibilities include documenting quality related issues with our products. Its a desk/cube job, 40-50 hours a week.
Would you recommend the career to others?
It is a wonderful stepping stone for someone who wants an "in" to big pharma/health care. This is my second out of college job, both with fortune 200 companies (first was a lab position) so it lends great insight into corporate environment. Career paths (without further school) could go several routes: quality engineering, product support, management/supervisory roles, pharmacovigilance, CAPA, regulatory affairs, FCA/Recall...A pretty diverse set of options.
I would like to go back to school, either nursing or perhaps law school, however I see these desires sliding to the wayside as each year passes.
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MISENHEIMER, N.C. - Pfeiffer (N.C.) has led division two in scoring the last two seasons, including 103.1 ppg last year in an 18-10 season. The Falcons take that big time offense to North Carolina State in a season opening exhibition game. The team lost 128-70 to Duke in an exhibition game last season. Pfeiffer returns seven players who were in the starting lineup. The lineup also features two All-American types in 6'5'' Chris Woods and 5'9'' Jeff Pettiway. Woods averaged 22.4 points and 7.3 rebounds and shot 60% from the floor. Pettiway scored 18.3 ppg and added 3.5 apg. Other top returning scorers are Davon Gilliard (10.6) and Reggie Hollinger (9.2).
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