text:
"In this century of exceptional world-wide challenges, war in Iraq, Darfur, global warming, epidemics, extremism, diminishing natural resources, and threats to the environment, I often wonder if we are up to the task ahead. My classmates in the Sorensen Political Leaders Program are the kind of leaders that will guide the way. Their energy, devotion, and high principles renewed my hope for the future."Â
About Us
Political Leaders Program
The Sorensen Institute's flagship Political Leaders Program (PLP) is a leadership development program for residents of Virginia interested in becoming more active in public service, whether as community leaders or as elected officials. Participation in this program has become a traditional "first step" for future political leaders in the Commonwealth. The class meets in various locations across Virginia, once a month for 10 months from March through December. You can meet the 2014 PLP on its class page.
The PLP curriculum is focused on three core subject areas:
Ethics in Public Service
The program will include a study of general ethical principles as they relate to public service. We also explore Virginia's conflict of interest laws and Freedom of Information Act. The practical application of bipartisan cooperation in politics, including the use of mediation techniques, is also a central theme throughout the program.
Public Policy
Participants will enjoy presentations and discussions regarding a variety of public policy issues facing state and local governments—including but not limited to the state budget, transportation, education, healthcare, economic development, crime and public safety, and the environment. Program speakers include current and former elected officials, cabinet secretaries, business and non-profit leaders, and other experts in each field.
Campaign and Advocacy Skills
The program surveys the key elements of winning political and issue advocacy campaigns. Topics may include fundraising, campaign finance laws, message development, crisis management, working with the media, and more. (For those interested in an intensive, "ready-to-run" campaign education, see our Candidate Training Program).
Selection Process
The Sorensen Institute seeks men and women of all ages from across Virginia who are actively involved in their communities and who desire to participate in the political process. Approximately 35 participants are selected each year in a highly competitive selection process that includes a detailed essay-based application and in-person interviews by staff members, regional board members, and alumni. The Sorensen Institute typically receives more than three times as many applications for the Political Leaders Program each year as there are available spaces in the class. One essential goal of the selection process is to ensure that the program participants reflect the demographic and geographic make up of the state. Each class has a balance between Republicans and Democrats, in addition to participants who have other party or no party affiliations. This composition is critical to the effectiveness of the program. The selection process generally follows this schedule:
November—December: Interviews of applicants, selection of class participants
March—December: Class meets one weekend each month
September—mid November: Applications accepted for next class
The application process is open to Virginia residents who are eligible to run for political office. A commitment to fully participate in the program is required. We ask that you confirm in advance your availability for the session weekends below before you apply to the program.
If you would like to refer a candidate to our Political Leaders Program, please visit our referrals page. Information provided will only be used to contact potential candidates about applying for our program.
Applications for the 2015 Political Leaders Program are not currently being accepted. Applications for the 2016 Political Leaders Program will be available in Autumn of 2015.
Tuition for the PLP Class of 2015 is $2,250. Acceptance to any Sorensen Institute program is need-blind. Requests for financial aid or scholarships will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis once the selection process is completed. In 2014 we met 100% of demonstrated financial need through a combination of grants, scholarships and financial aid. No individual is ever denied participation in a Sorensen program because of inability to pay the tuition cost. Participants are responsible for their own travel expenses, but food and lodging costs are covered by the tuition.
Program Schedule
The Political Leaders Program runs for ten months each year, March through December. Classes meet one weekend a month and are held in different locations across the state. With few exceptions, a typical weekend schedule begins at 12:00pm on Friday and ends by 12:00pm on Saturday. Weekends typically begin with an optional, dutch-treat lunch on Friday, followed by a tour, dinner, and guest speaker. Saturdays usually include debates, speakers, and panels in the morning starting around 8:30am and departing around lunchtime. We ask that you confirm in advance your availability on the weekends below before you apply to the program.
Political Leaders Program 2015 Schedule
March 19-21: Williamsburg*
April 17-18: Richmond
May 22-23: Southern Virginia
June 19-20: Lynchburg
July 17-18: Northern Virginia
August 14-15: Shenandoah Valley
September 18-19: Southwest Virginia
October 16-17: Hampton Roads
November 13-14: Roanoke Valley
December 11-12: Graduation
*The opening weekend starts the afternoon of Thursday, March 19 and runs through Saturday afternoon March 21. Attendance at the entire opening session is mandatory.
If you have any questions about the Political Leaders Program,
please contact April Auger at 434-243-2470 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
If you would like to refer someone to our program, please visit our referrals page.
Trust, Civility and Respect in Politics


text:
Kevin Schmidtchen
Sotheby's International Realty
1436 State Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone or Text
(805) 689-6877
March 2013 – Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Statistics
Here is a summary of the latest statistics for the Santa Barbara real estate market for March 2013. Over the last several weeks we have seen a definite increase in inventory, especially in the Goleta area. Much of the new inventory has been in the $600,000 to $900,000 range. Buyers are still very active and almost all the inventory is selling off within days to only a few weeks. Prices in general still are on the climb, although it feels a little more stable just in the last few weeks. Some... Continue Reading >

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Aromas Artesanales de Antigua Magnolia Hand Cream 1 1
Happy Spring Smell I very much like this scent of hand lotion. I am a hospital nurse; I brought this to work with me this weekend and every one of my co-workers (9 of us) tried it and loved it. It was exclaimed as "sweet grass" "happy green" "green and sweet" "pretty and soft"; even the pregnant girl loved it! To me, it smells like a famous brand fresh cut grass candle. Very pretty and very subtle smell. I have ordered 2 more of these in case my local store runs out. I wish there was a hand soap in this scent! March 16, 2014
1-1 of 1
Related Products
Inspired by the tropical flowers and fruits of ...
In vibrant frog printed packaging, this rich hand ...
Recently Viewed Items


text:
M State works with 46 partner high schools to provide college-level courses through the Concurrent Enrollment Program.
M State collaborates with more than 30 partner high schools across Minnesota to offer college-level classes, all taught in the high school classroom by a qualified high school teacher.
Student benefits of taking concurrent courses include:
Concurrent enrollment course offerings span the academic disciplines and include 23 Minnesota Transfer Curriculum course options in art, biology, chemistry, English, history, math, physics, political science, psychology, sociology, Spanish and communications. Technical course options include introduction to computers, career internship, entrepreneuship and medical terminology. We may be able to offer other courses to meet the curriculum needs of our partner high schools and students.
Faculty mentors take great pride in developing collaborative relationships with high school concurrent enrollment instructors to provide eligible high school students with a college experience that engages them and encourages them to persist in taking rigorous coursework throughout their high school and college years.
M State works closely with our partner high schools to provide a high level of service in the areas of faculty mentoring, student admission, registration and transcript processing.
For more information about concurrent enrollment, contact:
Megan Adamczyk, K12 Collaboration/Concurrent Enrollment Coordinator
(218) 846-3867
Please mark your calendars for M State's annual Concurrent Enrollment Day from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015. We hope you will be able to join us for this professional development opportunity to network with other high school teachers, counselors and administrators who are part of M State's Concurrent Enrollment Program.
The day will include:
Last modified: June 17th, 2015 at 10:56am


text:
HAVE YOUR SAY: Group's market bid for Cockermouth
Last updated at 13:23, Friday, 01 February 2013
Proposals to revive Cockermouth's market have been put forward by a community group.
Riversmeet Community Co-operative wants to start talks about holding bustling markets in the town, as it believes that national retailers are taking business away from local traders.
The group is working with the Plunkett Foundation's National Local Food Systems Initiative, which has helped to reinvent local markets across the UK.
Currently, the town hosts a market once a month on a Saturday in Market Place, which has about three or four stalls.
Rick Cross, of Riversmeet, said: "Small towns like Cockermouth have experienced a reduced diversity in local products and services and shrinking job options for young people.
"The profits of our weekly shop are coming out of the local economy and what remains supports the dwindling cluster of truly local shops and suppliers that most locals and visitors say is what they like about our town.
"Now our street market has shrunk to a point that it has become commercially non-viable."
Mr Cross is working with Allerdale council on the idea and said he had received a positive response from Cockermouth and District Chamber of Trade.
He said: "I think most of the community feels the market is important to the town and this is an opportunity for them to let us know their views.
"We want the community to benefit more widely as the market has been the beating heart of the town since the 13th century.
"The market has so many social, community and local economic benefits and it needs people to come together and explore the possibilities."
Riversmeet will start a small monthly craft and produce market.
The first will be held on March 2, from 10am to 3pm, at the organisation's community resource centre on Market Street.
First published at 12:49, Friday, 01 February 2013
Published by http://www.timesandstar.co.uk
More news
- Teachers show heart for campaign as Workington school nears closure
- Here's Jonny! Event organiser can't wait to get Northbound
- Fund-raising calendar planned in Flimby
- Wall art unveiled at Workington care home
- Cockermouth swimmer Luke aims to go from Baku to Rio
- Road closures for Flimby Carnival
- Art helps Brigham woman Carol on road to recovery
- Blue is the colour for Seaton toddler Zayn
- Maryport woman in court on Workington care home neglect charges
- Local sailors prepare to feature in Lake District film


text:
Jessie J shaves her head for Red Nose Day!
"It's the weirdest feeling," reveals the newly-bald singer...
Pop star Jessie J has chopped off her trademark brunette locks, all in the name of charity!
The 'Nobody's Perfect' singer stayed true to her word, shaving her head bald on March 15 in support of Comic Relief's Red Nose Day.
During BBC One's coverage of the event, the singer gave viewers a sneak peek of her new look with everything but her fringe gone, before arriving back to the stage later on in the programme to show off her beautiful baldness.
According to MTV.co.uk, as the show's host Dermot O'Leary stroked Jessie's newly shaven head, the star revealed: "It's the weirdest feeling."
While Dermot exclaimed: "I really like it... You look like GI Jane."
Jessie later took to Twitter to thank her fans for donating to the worthy cause.
"I am soooo thankful to everyone who has donated @rednoseday and supported me tonight! My heart is filled with happiness! Lets make a change! X," tweeted the star.
Jessie even had support from her fellow Brit pop stars, Cheryl Cole and Rochelle Humes of The Saturdays, who both took to Twitter to show their support for the star's brave endeavour.
"Wow wow wow wow wow @Jessiej looks AMAZING!!" tweeted Cheryl.
While Rochelle added: "Yess @JessieJ wow. You should be very proud. What a brave thing to do. Huugggeee respect for that x."
Written by Lucy Slight


text:
LazyTweet - Bringing the Lazyweb to Twitter so you can get answers to your burning questions
Active Questions
Recent Questions
Unanswered Questions
Hey #lazyweb, anyone know what the google group "kahoots" is? I'm getting referrer links from there and it's private.
(70) -
posted 5 years, 9 months ago
via Twitter
0 Replies
0 Answers
Would you like to answer?
Sign in with Twitter to post your answer:
Use Twitter to ask a question, just add "lazytweet" to a post and we'll take care of the rest. Read more about
how lazytweet works
Subscribe to the latest questions
Follow LazyTweet on Twitter
Related Posts
Hey lazy web! How come some big sites come up in google search results with sub-links? e.g. Apple http://www.google.com/search?q=apple
Hey Lazyweb/internetters/knowledgeable folks, what's a good free/cheap site to organize a PTA type group? Google Groups?
hey lazyweb: looking for group mgt software or service. just need listservs and private user profiles. anyone have something cheap/free?
hey lazyweb, is there a way to password protect a google doc? so that even my shared users need a password to get in it?
hey lazyweb... need to sync Google Contacts with Outlook Contacts... any suggestions?
About LazyTweet
Contact Us


text:
Regular Office Hours
Monday - Friday:
Saturday & Sunday:
Current Specials
Special Offer:
$25.00 OFF Shipping
For a Limited Time Only: $25.00 OFF Shipping
The House Plan Shop is offering $25.00 OFF shipping for online orders only on the initial purchase of any blueprint order over $600.00 (before shipping fees and taxes). Simply enter or mention this promotional code when placing your order: 04H15
Custom House Plans
Blog Talk
Country Ranch House, 027H-0294
Click image above to view larger
Views may vary slightly from working drawings. Refer to floor plan for actual layout.
Design 027H-0294
|Buy this House Plan Now!
|Modify This Plan
Plan Details
Plan Features
Plan DescriptionShuttered windows, a covered front porch and a simple façade give this ranch house plan country traditional charm. Stepping inside, the foyer direct traffics to the open living areas where sunny windows fill the home with natural light and an island with seating enhances the L-shaped kitchen. On the left side of the home, three bedrooms share a deluxe bath, and the laundry closet is positioned for convenience. If you are looking for a starter home with country appeal, this small and affordable house plan is worth taking a second look.
CAD files and reproducible masters not available in Quebec, Canada.


text:
Museums and heritage groups now combine new technologies with entrepreneurialism, based on good Conservative principles
After reading an article this week on the growth of the National Trust sales, it struck me that one side-effect of recent economic turmoil has been a renewed focus on the importance of entrepreneurship in the arts and heritage.
The growth of entrepreneurs within the arts and culture sector has been a long-term phenomenon, over the past two decades. But the arts are now looking even harder at what can be achieved. The combination of the challenges of the recession and the new opportunities presented by technology is allowing arts organisations to work in a smarter way.
Read the viewpoint here:
Parole chiave
Tutta Europa (48 Paesi)
Ambito tematico:
Gestione artistica e imprenditoria
Tipo di risorsa online:
Punti di vista
Tagged as:financial crisis and the arts


text:
Opera Plaza Cinema
601 Van Ness Avenue,
San Francisco,
7 people favorited this theater
An unsung art-house fourplex, opened November 16, 1984, developed by Allen Michaan as part of a shopping and office plaza near the Civic Center. Now operated by Landmark Theatres.
Recent comments (view all 11 comments)
Just for the record: the Opera Plaza Cinemas opened on November 16, 1984, so this year, 2004, marks their twentieth anniversary,
no small achievement considering the multiplexes up the street,
and the competitive state of the market
What's also amazing that this theatre is still going after 20 years is that the screens in the 4 theatres are not much bigger than todays TV sets and they don't have any upgraded sound.
I caught at least three films here in my visits to the city: Ted Kotcheff's Joshua Then and Now in July, 1986; a revival of the 1937 Polish/Yiddish film by Michal Waszynski The Dybbuk on November 11, 1989, and the Hungarian Whooping Cough, directed by Péter Gárdos, on August 2, 1990. I remember the theatre as being functional, the screening rooms small, the programming incomparable. Every decent-sized city in America should have an Opera Plaza Cinema. So if the description calls it "an unsung art-house," I am singing it.
I've posted information and photos from a recent visit here.
The Landmark Opera Plaza has a marquee out front on Van Ness but they don't change the wording ever. Says the same thing every day. You don't know what's playing. Probably don't want to pay the help with a ladder to post the new films playing in the tiny cinemas. Just like Century, Brendan and Regal many theatres don't bother changing the marquee these days. Maybe If they did some advertising out front people will stop in.
Still hasn't been changed when I was out there. But with it being San Francisco there's this thing called the internet that provide whats playing when.
I was walking past there with a friend, we wanted to go to a movie and walked up to the theatre to see what was playing and when, the showtimes and posters are prominently displayed.
I love this theater. It is a definite throwback to the 80's with the neons and the reflective ceiling. The popcorn is always fresh and the bathrooms always clean. The movies they show are mostly foreign and independent films, as they are part of the Landmark chain. They usually get movies that have been playing for a little while at the Embarcadero Center Cinema or the Clay, which means that they will undoubtedly be getting the films that are doing better. While the screens are not very large, the projection and sound is always top notch and the small auditoriums make it seem like an exclusive movie event put on just for you. A very nice movie theater experience. I hope this theater stays open for many years to come!
With the closing of the Lumiere recently, it looks as though viewing times have expanded here ( and at the Clay) as well. So they are up to 4 shows a day instead of 2, which is great.
Caught one of the final theatrical showings of All Is Lost here on Thanksgiving evening – tiny room, but that didn't matter once the show began. And I was thrown for a minute when I realized we were watching an actual 35mm print – scratches, dust and all – and not a digital presentation. That is old school!
If they're still running 35mm, then I assume the Opera Plaza's days are numbered.
Just login to your account and subscribe to this theater


text:
Home > Field Hockey > 2011 Championship > Item# 685126
Share This Photo:
© Big East Conference
SYRACUSE, NY - NOVEMBER 6, 2011: PLAYER #XX of the Syracuse University Orange in action against the University of Connecticut Huskies during the championship game of the 2011 BIG EAST Field Hockey Championship at J.S. Coyne Stadium in Syracuse, N.Y on November 6, 2011 (BIG EAST Photo/Michael Okoniewski)
"Thank you so much for your dedication. If all companies would have companies with the dedication you have in helping your customers, there would be no companies going out of business!"
– Becca G. from Texas
Product Options
Best Sellers...


text:
Nikon Coolpix 800c
Nikon Coolpix S800c: The Android and Wi-Fi compact camera22 August 2012
Nikon has announced the launch of the Nikon Coolpix S800c, a new compact camera powered by the Google Android operating system. With it, users can get apps for their camera in the same way they normally do their phone. The new camera will also come with... >>


text:
The Fuji Sports Double Weave Judo Gi is a fantastic gi for training and competition! This Gi is also a perfect addition to any athlete who cross trains in several martial arts!
Suitable to withstand any form of grappling, this gi was created for Judo but can be used for Jiu-Jitsu training.
Stay informed on the latest products and sales!
Sign up for our newsletter now!


text:
XRL owners sign in.
View Single Post
Joined: Aug 2009
Location: Shenandoah Valley riding wonderland
Oddometer: 7,115
Originally Posted by
Sierra Thumper
It was hard to get myself to buy the powerbomb and start modding the bike more, because it DOES run so good right now.......but...
I know.... it's hard to keep your hands off the bike when conditions inhibit riding it.
Originally Posted by
Sierra Thumper
.....mod them enough so they run at least as well as a stocker would at sea level
High elevation living sucks when it comes to power sports
Oh yeah? Well, from the pictures, it doesn't look too sucky, so I'm not the least bit sympathetic!
Originally Posted by
Sierra Thumper
...I've never jetted an xrl before tho, ...
The basic prinicples are the same for any bike with a carb. You can make mods to get more air and others to get more gas, Coordination is the key, because it is the ratio of gas to air that you want to optimize for your given criteria. Once you know what affects what, and how, and are able to feel a lean, good, and rich condition, you just make a corresponding adjustment and dial it in.
Let's ride!!!
- No offense, but there've been a lot of people over time who were just as sure, yet got it wrong. - Una necedad, aunque la repitan millones de bocas, no deja de ser una necedad. - "you know that I could have me a million more friends and all I'd have to lose is my point of view" (Prine)
View Public Profile
Find More Posts by ONandOFF


text:
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) — Pensacola police released images of a home and a day care center in efforts to find a sexually abused girl.
The Panhandle police department released the images Tuesday after searching for the girl for more than three months.
Detectives began looking for her after volunteers at a local thrift store found graphic images on a donated camera of the girl being sexually abused. They say the photographs were likely taken around 2006 somewhere in the southeastern United States. It appears the girl was around 4 years old when the photos of her being abused were taken.


text:
George Washington University M.S. in Government Contracts
George Washington University
GW's new Master of Science in Government Contracts (MSGC) program is unique in the world—blending the study of government procurement law and policy taught by the Law School with a core business curriculum taught by the School of Business. The program is designed to give working professionals the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the world of federal acquisition, and is intended for professionals from a variety of acquisition-related jobs in both government and private industry.
Built upon the Law School's world-renowned Government Procurement Law program, with more than fifty years of educating successful government procurement lawyers and professionals, this unique program blends the study of government procurement law with a grounding in sound business principles. The innovative curriculum balances practice and theory, developing the skills that acquisition professionals need to become effective professionals, managers, and leaders.
The 36 credit hour curriculum can be completed in as little as 18 months, and you can get started in Fall (late August), Spring (January) or Summer (June) semesters.
The program is led by prominent NCMA members:
For program curriculum and course descriptions, admission guidelines, or to apply, visit the program website at http://business.gwu.edu/msgc.
Government Contracts Courses
Core Business Courses
Call us at 202-994-2693 or email us at firstname.lastname@example.com to find out more!


text:
E-mail Address
Applicants who are interested in KGSP are requested to contact the Korean Embassy or consulate in their home countries.
Korean Government Scholarship Qualifications
Korean Government - Scholarships Period
1 year of Korean language course and 4 years of undergraduate degree Course.
Korean Government Scholarship Benefits
Korean Government Scholarship - Required Documents
For more information and application materials, visit: Korean Government Scholarship Program
More: University Scholarships » Academic Scholarships » Undergraduate Scholarships » Government Scholarship Program
African Scholarships »
African Women Scholarships & Grants »
Developing Countries Scholarships »
Erasmus Mundus Scholarships for Developing
Countries »
Fellowship Programs »
Funding Grants for NGOs »
Government Grants »
LLM Scholarships »
MBA Scholarships »
PhD and Masters by Research
Scholarships »
Public Health Scholarships - MPH Scholarships »
Refugees Scholarships »
Research Grants »
Scholarships and Grants


text:
Simply confirm your registered email address below and click "Reset Password." We will immediately email you a link back to the site where you can enter a new password for this account.
Sponsored by Pepsi and Circle Hyundai Chevrolet
WRAT 95.9 FM The Rat Rocks!Your feedback is important! Click here to send us your comments or suggestions.


text:
My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
1 Attachment(s)
Well I said the oven would be ready for Thanksgiving, and I guess I made it. It was quite the project, loved every minute of it. We have had a number of dinners and everything works great! It has gotten to the point that Saturday is oven night, pizza at 6pm, and then I cook something that we end up eating the next day due to being stuffed on pizza.
I did not do a good job of documenting. Here are the pictures I have. This first one is me laying out the dome. A real mason.
Re: My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
Way to go Matt,
Have you posted photos yet?
Re: My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
2 Attachment(s)
James, you are too fast! Here is the next photos, just getting the dome started. You can see the tools I used and get a good idea of the technique / level of expertise.
Re: My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
2 Attachment(s)
Skip to a completed dome, and the addition of insulation. I am wearing a welding jacket because I was also welding the frame for the facade on this day too. The second shot shows the cement board screwed to the black pipe frame. It will eventually be tiled, but this winter, it will stay just boarded. I have to take a picture of the door and finished cement board layer. Maybe at the same time some food-shots of the results. They are spectacular if I do say so myself!
Re: My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
What a great neighborhood.
Are you cooking for everybody this Thanksgiving? What do your friends think? Pizza for years to come.
Re: My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
1 Attachment(s)
Thanks, it is a great neighborhood! Everyone walking by asks what it is, a few already know. My rehearsed response when someone asks what I am building is, in my best imitation of Tim Robbins from the Hudsucker Proxy: "It's a pedestal. You know, for my wife".
I can't believe how much fun it is cooking in this oven. I love to cook, and am always trying to develop skills. This oven really is a great college, you have to think about temperature, moisture content, surface area, cooking vessel, and time. Perhaps because it is so unfamiliar, or perhaps it is the extreme temps, whatever it is, I find even my stovetop cooking is undergoing transformation.
Great fun and an education too, and to add one more log on the fire, a direct connection to our past. The family took our annual pilgramage to Plymouth, MA to see the Mayflower, Plymouth Rock, and the recreation of the Pilgram village there. This is a great place to visit, where role playing "Pilgrams" live like they did circa 1620. The smell of cooking fires is everywhere, some from indoors, some from outdoor ovens like the one in the picture below.
Re: My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
Hey Matt,
I'm east of you (just north of Boston) in Melrose. I remember those classroom field trips to Plymouth to see the rock! C'mon, lets see some pictures of that oven progress!
Re: My oven in Framingham, MA, USA
Wow. Take a few days off and another oven is born.
I like the geometric enclosure!!! Kinda like sprinking salt on Dmuns oven and it turned inside out.....
Nice job!!!
|All times are GMT -7. The time now is 02:09 PM.
Powered by vBulletin® Copyright ©2000 - 2015, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0
© 2006/10 Forno Bravo, LLC


text: Close USA Basketball Team Finalists 0 0 0 More 0 0 0 View Gallery Next Previous Next Heinz Kluetmeier/SI Carmelo Anthony In January, Team USA announced a roster of 20 finalists for the 2012 Olympic team. Following several injuries (Derrick Rose, Dwight Howard, LaMarcus Aldridge) and additions (Anthony Davis, James Harden), the list of finalists now sits at 18. Only 12 of those players will make the team, which will be finalized on July 7, five days before the team's first Olympic exhibition. SI.com presents the players vying for those 12 spots. *** A five-time NBA All-Star, Anthony helped lead Team USA to a bronze medal in the 2004 Olympics and a gold at the '08 Games. 1|18 Heinz Kluetmeier/SI Chris Bosh Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh has been named to the NBA All-Star team five times and has appeared on the All-NBA second team once. A 2008 Olympian, he helped lead Team USA to the gold medal, averaging 9.1 points and 6.1 rebounds in eight games. 2|18 John W. McDonough/SI Kobe Bryant Kobe Bryant led the Lakers to three consecutive NBA championships from 2000 to 2002 and two straight titles in 2009 and 2010. He is the all-time leading scorer for the Lakers and is tied for the most All-Star MVP awards (four) in NBA history. Bryant was a member of the U.S. national team that won a gold medal in Beijing in 2008. 3|18 Pete Read Miller/SI Tyson Chandler The reigning NBA defensive player of the year, Tyson Chandler currently plays for the New York Knicks. In 2011, he led the Dallas Mavericks to the franchise's first NBA championship win, and he played for Team USA when they won a gold medal at the 2010 FIBA world championship. 4|18 Greg Nelson/SI Anthony Davis Anthony Davis, a lengthy forward-center, is the youngest player competing for a spot on the U.S. national team. He was named the NCAA tournament's Most Outstanding Player after leading Kentucky to a Division I title and is expected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA draft. 5|18 Greg Nelson/SI Kevin Durant Winner of the last three NBA scoring titles, Durant is currently playing against the Heat for the NBA title. The 6-foot-9 swingman has made one appearance for the U.S. national team, leading the team in scoring during the 2010 FIBA world championship. 6|18 John W. McDonough/SI Rudy Gay Every team needs a defensive stopper on the wing, and Gay, an athletic forward, fits that bill for Team USA. Earlier this year, Gay surpassed Shane Battier as the Memphis Grizzlies' all-time leader in steals (584). Gay played for Team USA at the 2010 FIBA world championship, tallying eight blocks and nine steals en route to a gold medal. 7|18 Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images Eric Gordon Hornets guard Eric Gordon was the seventh overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft and was unanimously selected to the All-Rookie Second Team. This season, he averaged 20.6 points in nine games. Gordon played on the gold-medal winning U.S. team at the 2010 FIBA World Championship. 8|18 Greg Nelson/SI Blake Griffin Clippers power forward Blake Griffin won the NBA Rookie of the Year award for the 2010-2011 season and was named an NBA All-Star the following year. Griffin has no international experience; this will be his first year in consideration for the U.S. national team. 9|18 John W. McDonough/SI James Harden James Harden was one of the most recent additions to the pool of finalists for the team roster. He averaged almost 17 points per game this season, and has been exceptionally clutch during the Thunder's postseason run to the Finals. Even though he is the Sixth Man of the Year for Oklahoma City, Harden would start on almost any other team in the NBA. 10|18 Peter Read Miller/SI Andre Iguodala Iguodala has been one of the more explosive players in the league since he was drafted in the first round in 2004. His scoring dipped this season, but he still has the ability to leave his mark on a game with his defense and passing ability. He was a part of Team USA during the 2010 FIBA world championship, where the team won the gold medal. 11|18 John W. McDonough/SI LeBron James It's probably not fair to categorize LeBron James as a Team USA "hopeful"; he's the centerpiece around which the roster is built. The three-time MVP won a bronze medal in 2004 and then a gold medal in 2008 as a member of the "Redeem Team." 12|18 Greg Nelson/SI Kevin Love Kevin Love remains one of the most underrated players in the league even after a season in which he averaged 26 points and over 13 rebounds. With Dwight Howard sidelined with back problems, Love will be seeing a lot of minutes down in the low post. The UCLA product saw limited minutes for Team USA at the 2010 FIBA world championships. 13|18 Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images Lamar Odom After a chaotic season in the NBA, Odom is hoping to catch on with the Olympic team and coach Mike Krzyzewski. Odom hasn't been on the team since 2004, when the U.S. won the bronze medal, but with former teammate Andrew Bynum withdrawing from contention, Odom has a shot. 14|18 John W. McDonough/SI Chris Paul The Clippers' point guard is one of the best in the league, and will compete for the starting spot with Deron Williams and Russell Westbrook. Paul is coming off an outstanding year where the Clippers finished with 40 wins in the shortened season and made it to the Conference Semifinals. Paul was a member of the Olympic team back in 2008. 15|18 Greg Nelson/SI Dwyane Wade Even though he isn't considered the best player on his own team, Wade is one of the top players on Team USA. Like many players on this list, Wade played a pivotal role for the 2008 "Redeem Team". This roster is extremely deep at Wade's position, so there is a good chance he will be splitting a lot of minutes come game time. 16|18 John W. McDonough/SI Russell Westbrook Westbrook clearly distinguished himself this year as one of the elite players in the NBA. The one-two punch of Durant and Westbrook has carried the Thunder into the NBA Finals, and the same combo will look to do similar damage in the Olympics. He averaged 9.1 points in 19.4 minutes at the 2010 FIBA world championships. 17|18 John W. McDonough/SI Deron Williams With rumors swirling about his future NBA home, Williams hopes to step out of the spotlight and contribute to Team USA's mission for gold. With a young and talented group of point guards, Deron will face heavy competition from Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook. Averaging 21 points and nearly 9 assists per game, Williams had himself a fantastic individual year in the NBA. 18|18 Next up Olympics Following the Visa Championships in St. Louis, USA Gymnastics announced the 15 men that will compete for five spots at the U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Trials, June 28-July 1, in San Jose, Calif. The squad consists entirely of Olympic rookies apart from 2008 Olympian Jonathan Horton. With so many new faces to learn, SI.com presents the 15 men who will be making the trip to San Jose. 15 U.S. Men Headed To Gymnastics Trials July 9, 2012 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 More Recommended Galleries Olympics 38 Best Shots from the Sochi Olympics 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 More Olympics The Opening Ceremony of the 2014 Sochi Games was aesthetically spectacular, but it did have one rather glaring error: One of the giant Olympic rings designed to expand failed to do so. The technical failure was widely mocked outside of Russia as one of the many so-called #SochiProblems, but otherwise the Opening Ceremony constituted a visually impressive tribute to the Russian people and their history. 13 Olympics Disappointments 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 More Olympics The robotic camera is a solution that allows SI to put a camera in places it traditionally would have no access to. That was the case in Sochi, where SI used two robotic units. One was in Adler Arena for Speed Skating, mounted on the lighting truss hanging from the ceiling above the track. Since there was no catwalk over the track, that was the only way to get these unique perspectives. The second was in Fisht Stadium for both Opening and Closing Ceremonies, again hanging from a lighting truss above the audience. The robotic camera rig allows us to pan, tilt, zoom, focus, trigger, and transmit images.This is all controlled from our office in the MPC via Vlan. Also, our robotic has a third axes in addition to pan and tilt, which is the ability to roll. This gives us an added advantage when composing images. Gear: Camera- Nikon D4 Lens-Nikon 24-120mm Robotic Rig- Mark Roberts Motion Control Software: Nikon Multi Camera Control. This software allows us to control multiple cameras remotely. Since before the London 2012 we have been working closely with Nikon and Mark Roberts Motion Control on robotics. Here is a link to a blog post that photoshelter did on our use of robotics in London: blog.photoshelter.com/2012/10/robotic-cameras-give-photographers-a-new-perspective-and-job/ 11 Robotic Cameras at Sochi 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 More


text:
This page contains a single entry by barre300 published on April 13, 2010 2:28 PM.
Good Dog was the previous entry in this blog.
Bird in the Sky is the next entry in this blog.
Find recent content on the main index or look in the archives to find all content.


text:
Good for the Holy City.
Outdoor advertising company Maximedia has notified the distributors of 'Sex in the City' Forum Films and its publicist, Golan Advertising - that the movie based on the popular TV series of the same name will not be allowed to advertise in Jerusalem and Petah Tikva, because the word "sex" appears on the signs.
I don't agree on religious grounds, partially because it is not "Sex in the City" as the Haaretz reports states, despite letters larger than Sarah Jessica Parker. I just can't stand that show.
We welcome your feedback.
Privacy Policy
Your information will not be shared or sold without your consent. Get all the details.
Terms of Service
JewishJournal.com has rules for its commenting community.Get all the details.
JewishJournal.com reserves the right to use your comment in our weekly print publication.


text:
Website of the day: Cocoa Runners
There is no such thing as bad chocolate. But there are some better than others. And if you're serious about your sweet stuff then you're going to love cocoarunners.com.
Here you can sign up to receive artisan chocolate delivered to your door every month. It's a model that's been applied to all sorts of things over the year: wine, organic fruit and veg, even coffee.
Now it's chocolate's turn. And oh boy, do these look just the ticket.
Each month you'll be sent four bars of uniquely different artisan chocolate, neatly packaged to fit through your letterbox. At nearly £15 a pop it's certainly not cheap. But then this isn't Dairy Milk. And the finer things in life always cost a little bit more.
They source their bars from all over the world, and if you stumble on one you really like, they can supply more whenever you want it.
This is a perfect present for any serious chocoholic.


text:
News of Riverton, Lander and Fremont County, Wyoming, from the Ranger's award winning journalists.
'Who really cares' about what Russia is doing in Crimea?
Mar 20, 2014 - Scott Clement, Riverton
Regarding Ukraine, Crimea and the Soviet Union ... I mean, Russia, who really cares? The U.S. isn't going to do anything about it. It's not like there's an oil field at stake, right?
I would wager that two months ago half of the U.S. Congress couldn't find Ukraine on a map and had never heard of Crimea. Now it's all the rage about how we should respond to what Russia is doing.
We went into Iraq, folks. I know it wasn't exactly the same thing, but this is what big countries do when they decide they have something to gain. I sure don't want to fight a war with Russia over Crimea. We just have to shake our heads and try to be a better country than they are.


text:
Member Benefits
Online Benefits
Alumni Connections Online Community
Stay connected with fellow alumni and update your personal information through our Alumni Connections site.
Class Notes
Share information about you since graduation.
Linked In Alumni Association Group
Join the official Cal Poly Pomona Alumni Association Group and get linked to a network of more than 15,000 Cal Poly Pomona alumni. Become a member of a growing network today.
Alumni Email for Life Account
You now have access to a totally free Cal Poly Pomona Email Account hosted by Microsoft. You will receive 25 GB of secure online storage and free access to Microsoft's new online Office Web Application.
On-Campus Benefits
Cal Poly Pomona Federal Credit Union
Eligible for membership to the Cal Poly Pomona Federal Credit Union, a full service financial institution.
Access to all 23 CSU Libraries
Basic borrowing privileges at any of the 23 CSU libraries.
College of Extended University
Receive a 10% discount on most classes.
Bronco Athletics
Discount tickets for on-campus games.
Kellogg West Conference Center
Eligible for a 5% food discount from retail prices at the Kellogg West. The KW is available for all types of events for up to 200 people.
Kellogg House Pomona
Receive a 10% discount on facility rental. The winter home of cereal magnate, W.K. Kellogg, and a great facility to host an event.
Bronco Mentoring Program
Provide an opportunity for students to obtain career information and advice. Assist CPP students in realizing their potential and advice students on specific career decisions.
Career Center
20% discount on career change seminars, workshops, resume critique and much more.
University Publications
PolyTrends, the university magazine, Panorama, the university's newsletter and Poly@lumni, a monthly electronic newsletter.
Farm Store
10% discount on food items only ($10.00 mininum purchase)
Arabian Horse Shows
Receive free admission to all of the monthly Arabian Horse Shows.
Invitations to Special Alumni Events
Career Fairs, Networking Opportunities, Speaker Series and other Professional sporting events.
Off-Campus Benefits
Discounted Tickets to major family theme parks
Purchase tickets on campus for major theme parks, movie theaters and more.
Auto Rental
Receive a discount through Hertz for your next auto rental. For more details, please contact the office of Alumni Affairs.
Health Insurance
Looking for a wide variety of insurance plans? The CPPAA membership offers discounts on comprehensive coverage for alumni and family members.
Auto, Home, Renters Insurance
Alumni benefits include a special discounted rate on auto insurance and home insurance from Liberty Mutual. We're proud to provide our members with a great benefit from a Fortune 100 company that protects millions of people across America.
Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify.
Vision, Dental, Identify Theft, Pet Care, Hotel Savings
Learn more about our insurance programs and our great lifestyle benefits.
Insurance and Financial products to Cal Poly Pomona entrepreneurs and business leaders
Are you looking for high quality insurance and financial products? Alumni Marketing Insurance Services, Inc. implements and maintains employee benefits for business owners and offers casualty insurance and other financial services.
You are eligible to receive 10% off Kaplan On-Site Grad Classroom Courses and $50 off Kaplan Classroom Anywhere™ and On Demand Grad Courses.
Studio 94 Photography
20% discount on studio, family or professional photography from Studio 94 Photography in Fullerton, CA.
Alumni Association
Connect and network with fellow alumni, attend events, and start getting involved with your alma mater!


text:
Chicken And Okra
Ivy on Αυγούστου 7th, 2008
Today as I was looking for the vegetarian recipe of okra to link it to this recipe, I realized that I had not blogged about it. There was a time that I was writing recipes here and there but did not post the same recipe simultaneously on the blog as well. I wrote about okra […]
Continue reading about Kotopoulo me Mpamies (Chicken and okra stew with feta)


text:
Murrells Inlet, SC (PRWEB) January 26, 2014
Apex Performance has moved into their new office warehouse headquarters complex in Murrells Inlet, SC.
Both Partners Linda Powell and Clark Hamerly stated "This building is something that has been a long time in becoming reality. Think the money we have invested in this building fortifies our dedication to this region and our ongoing commitment to automotive racing safety."


text:
Thanks for redeeming.{{else}}
Success! Thanks for repurchasing.{{/if}} {{else}} {{#if Expired}}
Increase my visibility!{{else}} {{#if IsMultiPack}}
{{#if HasMultiPack}} You have {{MultiPackCount}} top spot(s) left. Now loading you into the search listings... {{else}} You have used all top spots. Now loading you into the search listings... {{/if}}{{else}}
We are loading you into the search listing pages...{{/if}} {{/if}} {{/if}} {{/if}}
{{Current}} just saw you!{{/if}} {{#if LastTopSpotPurchaseIsMulti }} {{#if HasAnyTopSpot}}
{{#if HasFreeTopSpot }} {{ UnclaimedTopSpotFree }} Free {{/if}} {{#if HasPaidTopSpot }} {{#if HasFreeTopSpot }} & {{/if}} {{ MultiPackCount }} {{/if}} Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{else}}
0 Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{/if}} {{else}} {{#if HasFreeTopSpot }}
{{ UnclaimedTopSpotFree }} Top Spot{{#if Plural}}s{{/if}} Left{{/if}} {{/if}} {{else}} {{#if HasResults}}
{{Current}} see you now!{{else}} {{/if}} {{/if}}
You can now invite anyone to meet at your favorite Starbucks.
Limited-time feature
37 year old man | Montebello, CA, USA | Seeking women 25-35 in California, United States
Don't make someone in your life a priority if you are only an option in there life......
Greetings everyone, My name is Simon and life has been very good to me. I am 34 3/4 until June 27, haha! I just love to experience what life presents me, the hard times, the good memories, the times I get tested and overall whatever it can throw at me, I say thank you and keep on bringing it! I love my family, they bring me the best gifts in life, real love. My family and friends say that I have a golden heart, always doing for others, that good saying "you can always rely on Simon". Now it's time for me. I work as and Optician ( I care about Eye care ) and expert cheese ball that can type a least 35 words per minute. I Manage optical stores in LA and have live here most of my life. I enjoy playing golf with my friends so if you golf or would like to learn always a plus. I keep active by running and biking not a gym rat, I enjoy going out to lounges and bars more than clubs, whatever its going to take to enjoy my evening. Good company in any setting seems to be the ultimate deciding factor. I am the eldest of 3 siblings with 2 lovely sisters that take full responsibility of me being the well groomed and overall clean man I turned out to be. I do have my rough edges but they are clean too. I not much of a creative writer and I don't want this to sound like job application, I'm here to find a real good person that we see thing in life eye level. I leave you with this. Ladies please take your time and read, let's stay positive and optimistic, good timing to all, rely on your own luck and make it count. If she is amazing, she won't be easy. If she is easy, she won't be amazing. If she is worth it you won't give up. I have dreams big, I make goals, I live right, I work smart and hard, I have drive, I sleep in peace, I am young, I feel love, I love life... I play golf, enjoy the outdoors, travel with passion, cooking is skill, eating is a yummy! More to follow just ask away. Cheers Simon
Camping , Coffee and conversation , Business networking , Cooking , Dining out , Hobbies and crafts , Movies/Videos , Museums and art , Music and concerts , Exploring new areas , Performing arts , Travel/Sightseeing , Volunteering , Watching sports , Wine tasting
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Walking / Hiking
I exercise 1-2 times per week.
I have Dogs
I love my dogs!
Middle of the Road
look forward to any vacation plans or unplanned vacations are welcomed.
Los Angeles Pierce College, Woodland Hills, CA
I'm kinda anything goes guy.
mostly current events, Maxim, Men's health.
Z{{Cta}} {{#if HasMoreInfo}} ?{{CtaSecondary}} {{/if}}
|What he is looking for
|5'10" (177cms)
|5'4" (162cms) to 5'9" (175cms)
|Body type:
|Slender, About average, Athletic and toned
|Black, Blue, Brown, Grey, Green, Hazel
|Black, Light brown, Dark brown, Blonde, Dark blonde, Platinum
|Yes, but trying to quit
|Social Drinker
|Social Drinker
|Sales / Marketing
|No preference
I'm an Optician and manage a Optometrist and optical retail store in Los Angeles
|I'll tell you later
|No preference
|Never Married
|Never Married
|Have kids:
|Wants kids:
|No preference
|Spiritual but not religious
|No preference
I believe in doing right no matter what your faith is, faith is supposed to be a positive force in ones life and if utilized properly we can all assist each other make forward progress.
|English, Other
|Some college
|No preference


text: Just barely got back from christmas at my aunt's, a 'lil tipsy from the eggnog, but still in good spirits! I'm crashing at my sister's place right now and I'm pretty sure I'm about to knock out.......I can feel it! I'll post some pics of my christmas loot tomorrow when I get back home!


text:
CHIPLEY — For those seeking a job Goodwill Industries- Big Bend, Inc. will be hosting their annual Goodwill Job Fair from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 9 at the Panhandle Area Educational Consortium Building in Chipley.
They are encouraging participants to dress in professional attire and to bring resumes.
"There will be dozens of employers present including companies such as: Wal-Mart, Sonic and Wells Fargo Bank," said CeCe Richards, Employment Specialist with Goodwill Big Bend's Chipley Career Training Center. "As with all of Goodwill Career Training services, this job fair is free to the public and no appointment is required."
About Goodwill Industries- Big Bend, Inc.
Goodwill Industries- Big Bend, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit with a mission to provide job training, education and employment to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment, helping them to reach their fullest potential in supporting themselves and their families. Goodwill also provides barrier-free apartment complexes in which people with disabilities can live independently.


text:
History: Forum:Things shamans want none-shamans to know!
For any version listed below, click on its date to view it. For more help, see Help:Page history.
(cur) = difference from current version, (last) = difference from preceding version, m = minor edit, → = section edit, ← = automatic edit summary
| To revert vandalism either:
Don't forget to report the vandal on WoWWiki:Violations.


text:
Request More Information
Please complete the form below to have a Cintas representative contact you promptly about our products and services.
* denotes a required field
** We will populate your city and state from your ZIP code
Let us know what you're interested in.
Please check all that apply:
How did you hear about us?
Notify me of important news about Cintas products and special offers.
View the Cintas Privacy Policy
Contact Us
For assistance, choose a category below:
Cintas Sales
Ordering Help
Customer Service
Cintas Careers
Supplier Registration
Don't see what you need? Click here to submit your question.
Send all mail correspondence to:
Cintas Corporation PO Box 625737 Cincinnati, Ohio 45262
More than five million people go to work every day in a Cintas uniform including employees from McDonald's, W Hotels, Royal Caribbean and many more.
Boost your profits, productivity and brand image with Cintas commercial cleaning services — and improve the comfort and well-being of your customers and employees.
Cintas can service all your first aid and safety needs and keep you informed of changes in compliance issues.
Cintas partners with our customers to provide complete Fire Protection Solutions. Our comprehensive service and innovative technologies ensure code compliance, simplify tracking and provide financial value.
Each year improper document management costs businesses like yours millions of dollars in liability and lost productivity. Let Cintas help you choose the proper document shredding, imaging, and storage program.
Cintas is a national supplier of cleanroom supplies, with an extensive network of regional distribution centers and local warehouses.
Every year 9,600 workers — just like yours — suffer electrical shock and burn injuries. Prevent your workers from becoming part of those statistics with flame resistant clothing and workwear from Cintas.
Believe it or not, one very effective way to promote your brand is to put it on someone else's product. A recent survey found that 76% of people could recall a company's name after seeing it on a promotional product.
CINCINNATI— January 10, 2012 – Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) today introduced its comprehensive hospitality mat system to ensure hotel floors are safe, protected and visibly clean. Designed specifically for the hospitality industry, Cintas' hotel matting system provides rental, direct purchase and custom mat options appropriate for front and back-of–the-house operations. Hotels can customize their system to include one or all of the programs for convenient, cost-effective protection. From mats designed for revolving doors and unique entryways to mats suited for poolside areas, Cintas has the appropriate system to improve the image of any property.
"Hotels experience extensive traffic yet must continuously promote a positive brand image," said Mike Thompson, Senior Vice President, Cintas Facility Services. "From 30 to 3,000-room properties, our versatile hospitality mat system provides a complete service offering to help hotels elevate image, improve productivity, reduce housekeeping costs and keep guests safe."
Within the new hospitality mat system, hoteliers have the opportunity to select from the following options:
Rental Program. Cintas' rental mat service captures contaminants and moisture before customers track it through a hotel, keeping floors dry and clean. The program includes prompt and reliable pick-up, cleaning and delivery on a routine basis. Cintas' service reduces upfront inventory costs and ensures mats won't become saturated with contaminants. The mats are designed to protect all essential areas including entrance zones, high risk zones, high traffic zones and productivity zones. Rental mats include:
Direct Purchase Program. This program is ideal for larger mats, such as lobby or entrance mats. Cintas offers its entire mat line via direct sale and can brand any mat with a customized logo or message to further enhance image. Direct purchase mats include:
Custom Mat Program. Cintas can customize and install any mat style to fit any size or shape. A Cintas representative will conduct an assessment to recommend the best size and installation method. Hoteliers often need custom mats for inside and outside lobby entrances, revolving doors, recessed and obstructed areas. Popular styles include revolving door cut outs, angle cuts and large lobby mats. Cintas can design mats to lay loose with edging or glue them down for permanent installation.
"All of Cintas' hospitality mats are certified 'High Traction' by the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) to help reduce slips, trips and falls and meet the unique matting challenges within every area of a hotel," said Todd McKeown, Vice President of Hospitality, Cintas. "Partnering with Cintas for a customized program helps hoteliers protect guests and promote a clean image with safe, state-of-the-art, stylish mats."
Cintas Facility Services offers a wide range of solutions that enable hoteliers to build their image and increase profitability and productivity. These solutions improve the comfort and well-being of guests and employees. Whether you need restocking services, floor mat services, chemicals, cleaning tools or regular deep cleaning, Cintas can customize a program to meet your needs.
For more information, please visit www.cintas.com/FacilityServices/MatServices.aspx.
About Cintas:
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid and safety products, fire protection services and document management services to approximately 900,000 businesses. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor's 500 Index.


text:
Dual coming up here this weekend in Stillwater, with Iowa not being favored to win a dual for the first time in a long time. Oklahoma State will be looking to hand Iowa their first loss in two years.
125: McDonough dec Morrison 3-0 Iowa (Should be a comfortable win for McD here, don't really see much in the way of bonus point chances here though)
133: Oliver maj Ramos 4-3 OK State (And with the way Oliver has been wrestling this year, coupled with the fact that he's much bigger than Ramos this may wind up being a conservative estimate)
141: Kindig dec Ballweg 7-3 OK State (One of several match ups that could possibly go either way. I think Kindig has more ways to win and he should unless he lets Ballweg tie him up with his funk)
149: Parks dec Ballweg 10-3 OK State (While it probably won't be a pretty match, Parks should win here without much trouble)
157: St. John dec Erisman 10-6 OK State (Despite the fact that he's coming off an awful Midlands, I think St. John is able to pick up a few TD's and defend the tilts enough to win here)
165: Bailey dec Jannsen 13-6 OK State (Good match up here between two guys who are pretty evenly matched and are wrestling well. This is going to be a big one for Iowa to take if they want to win the dual)
174: Lofthouse dec McNeil 13-9 OK State (With Benefiel assumed as being out of the line up you assume McNeil steps in here, Lofthouse should take advantage of the fact that he's a guy who may have had to make it down here to this weight quickly. With the way Benefiel has been wrestling I'd favor Lofthouse even if he was here)
184: Perry dec Gambrall 16-9 OK State (Battle between two guys who haven't been particularly effective this year. Perry won their matches this summer so I'll give him the nod for the time being)
197: Foster dec Lofthouse 19-9 OK State (Foster should win without issue here, possibility of a methodical type major, but Lofthouse has done a good job keeping scores low)
285: Rasing dec Rosholt 19-12 OK State (Rasing just too big, knowing him though a Rosholt win here is certainly possible)


text:
Tradewind Aviation launches regular service to Anguilla and Nevis
OXFORD, Conn. and SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, July 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Tradewind Aviation introduces their signature 'Premium Scheduled' nonstop service to Anguilla and Nevis from San Juan, PR.
Anguilla and Nevis join Tradewind's St Bart's, Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard routes to further establish Tradewind as the premier provider of first-class short range flights serving difficult to reach luxury destinations.
"I am extremely excited about these newest additions to our routes," explains Eric Zipkin, President of Tradewind. "Our premium scheduled service has been extraordinarily well-received in the neighboring island of St. Bart's and I am confident that the same clientele will enjoy the ease and comfort of access to Anguilla and Nevis."
"I am happy that Tradewind aviation answered my call to provide airlift between the very important route of San Juan – Anguilla," said Haydn Hughes, Minister of Anguilla Tourism. "They have already proven their worth and reliability in the region and I am confident that Anguilla as a premier destination will benefit from their extraordinary service. We are anxious to have them start this service and we are looking forward to a long and fruitful relationship."
"We are delighted to welcome Tradewind Aviation to Nevis and partner with such a quality team and airline organization," said Sven Wiedenhaupt, General Manager, Four Seasons Resort Nevis. "This new route from San Juan directly to the Nevis Vance M. Amory International Airport will allow travelers to discover the natural beauty of the island, while experiencing the genuine hospitality of the Nevisian people. This creates more opportunities for visitors to discover the magic of this culturally rich destination, known as one of the Caribbean's best-kept secret and secluded spots."
To celebrate Tradewind's newest routes, flights are now on sale at $350 per one-way travel. Booking is available on their website www.tradewindaviation.com and with their online travel partners, Kayak, Expedia, Travelocity and Trip Advisor. Travel professionals may book in all major GDS systems.
Tradewind Aviation is based in Oxford, Connecticut with offices in Metropolitan New York and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Tradewind operates executive private charter throughout the world and Premium Scheduled Service to Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, St Bart's, Anguilla and Nevis.
Tradewind Aviation was founded in 2001 on the premise that every flight deserves the highest quality aircraft, crew and service.
For more information contact email@example.com
SOURCE Tradewind AviationBack to top


text:
Raft Paddles
Showing 1 to 4 of 4
The NRS PTE Economy Paddle is your affordable choice for a durable, lightweight rafting and canoeing paddle.
NRS PTE Economy Paddle
Favored by commercial outfitters for its high strength-to-weight ratio.
Carlisle Outfitter Paddle
The industry standard.
Carlisle Standard Paddle
This inexpensive, lightweight and sturdy paddle features a 7.75" x 20.5" polypropylene blade and a 1" diameter aluminum shaft.
Carlisle Economy Paddle
Showing 1 to 4 of 4
Not finding what you're looking for? Search the site above, or feel free to contact us directly.


text:
Pedestrians pass a Juicy Couture store, a brand of Liz Claiborne Inc., on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, California. this shop and other U.S. stores are slated to close by the end of the month. Konrad Fiedler/Bloomberg
The UpTake: Now that Juicy Couture is closing all of its U.S. stores, here's a look at how the brand—best known for its velour tracksuits with the word "Juicy" across the backside—might have gone astray, and what we can learn.
F or fashion brands, Hollywood giveth and it taketh away. Juicy Couture, which burst onto the scene with its rhinestone- encrusted velour tracksuits and became synonymous with American celebrities on reality shows like "The Hills and "The Simple Life," is closing all of its U.S. stores.
The fashion blog Racked, which reported the closings last week, reports that Juicy will still be available internationally and via a non-exclusive licensing deal with the retailer Kohl's (read: with apparel at much lower price points). But in the meantime, its Pasadena and Malibu locations are already closed, and stores in ritzy locations like Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica are closing later this month, reports Racked.
Juicy's still-BFF founders, Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor are that rare breed of fashion founders so successful that they wrote a book about how they started a fashion company with $200 and ultimately sold Juicy Couture to Liz Claiborne for $53.1 million during the peak of its popularity in 2003. In October 2013, Juicy Couture parent company Fifth & Pacific(formerly Liz Claiborne), sold the retailer to Authentic Brands for $195 million in cash. The founders tried but failed to buy the brand back that same year, a decade after they'd sold it.
How did this one premium brand, founded in 1997, end up flopping in American retail at least after a 17-year run of operating in swank zip codes? Here's a look at the branding.
It captured a time and place: The brand was credited for pulling off a bit of a fashion coup: combining sexy and casual in a way that hadn't been done before. Who, prior to Juicy, thought they looked hot in sweatpants? "We really did our own thing and designed comfy clothes we could kick around in, a lifestyle brand that reflected our vibe," co-founder Pamela Skaist-Levy told the Coveteur in a profile piece. The distinctive vibe, which was also reflected in the popularity of Ugg boots and North Face fleece pullovers at the time, seemed to lose its freshness over the years and premium and pricey jeans brands became the new go-too casual look.
After getting an MA in journalism from Syracuse University, Teresa worked as a general assignment newspaper reporter—general on purpose because besides the usual city hall and police articles, there was the chance to fly an F-18 with the Blue Angels and tag along with bounty hunters on a stakeout—all good preparation for covering entrepreneurs.
If you are commenting using a Facebook account, your profile information may be displayed with your comment depending on your privacy settings. By leaving the 'Post to Facebook' box selected, your comment will be published to your Facebook profile in addition to the space below.
Sign up to receive Upstart Business Journal's free daily email newsletter, weekend edition and breaking news alerts.


text:
Happy Green Mama#green living #healthy recipes #green crafts #herbs
0 votes
205 visits
Welcome to Picket Fence Blogs! Our site provides you with the top lifestyle blogs on the web. Feel free to just look around, or add your own blog so others can find you and benefit from what you have to say. Plus, it's free to join!


text:
North Dakota seeks input on access to dental care
February 1, 2012 in Grand Forks Herald
How to improve access to dental care for the poor in spite of a limited number of Grand Forks area dentists who accept Medicaid is the topic of a forum at 5:30 p.m. Monday in the Grand Forks Herald Community Room. To attend, you'll need to register for the event no later than Thursday. Continue Reading


text:
HUB Student Center is the University at Buffalo's online one-stop shop for students that can be accessed through MyUB. Within the Student Center students can register for classes, check their grades, request transcripts, manage their finances/financial aid, maintain their personal information, and much more. All students enrolled at the university from spring 2011 forward have access to HUB.
For an overview of the HUB Student Center please watch the following presentation:
Last updated: December 02, 2014 12:07 pm EST


text:
Video: Markets close mixed amid European debt worries Add to ...
The Globe and Mail
Last updated
Scotiabank makes foray into Colombia, Encana reports earnings; tomorrow: Precision Drilling
Watch More Video:
Don't blink. You might miss the rally
McDonald's stock has lost its sizzle, which is why I'm buying more
What's that F-word?
Markets sag amid disappointing U.S. economic data
U.S. economic data disappoint markets
Bonds sending clearer signal than stocks
Scotia Bank boosts Canadian markets
Why it's getting harder to own a home
Cautious optimism in Greece while markets slump in Spain
Euro woes: Banks, olive oil and sex
Here come the stock market fireworks
RIM could soon be a single-digit stock
If Greece quits euro: Good riddance or catastrophe?
EU leaders, please stay home
Investors cautious on Canadian bank earnings
Facebook has hurt more than investors
Day 1 Facebook investor: Smart buyer or Suckerberg?
Should you ride the rails with CP?
Early warning signs about Facebook
The lesson from Avon


text:
Find A Used Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or RAM from Georgia Chrysler Dodge-Jeep: Serving Statesboro, Metter, Pembroke, Swainsboro and Sylvania
If you're looking for a high quality vehicle but don't have the budget to buy new, you're in luck! Georgia Chrysler Dodge-Jeep stocks an extensive inventory of used cars from Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram as well as other top manufacturers. All of the vehicles on our lot are thoroughly inspected, so you know you're making a sound investment. If you don't see the exact vehicle you've been searching for on our lot right now, fill out our online CarFinder form to let us know. We will do our best to track it down for you


text:
3 Reasons Gabriel Mann Deserves an Emmy Nomination for Revenge
With tomorrow's arrival of the 2012 Emmy Nominations comes the complete likelihood that Revenge fans could be utterly underwhelmed.
Though Madeleine Stowe, in all of her fabulous glory, will probably get some recognition, we think that Gabriel Mann deserves some props for his impressive performance as techy tycoon Nolan Ross.
If you have to ask why, then chances are we won't be friends, but for those who aren't as familiar with Mr. Mann's work, here are our top three reasons.
1) His genius comedic timing
Partial credit for this has to go to the fantastic Revenge writers, but they wouldn't give Nolan the show's best one-liners if he weren't a complete pro at delivering them.
And though Emily rarely shows real emotion, we'd like to think that she's laughing inside when Nolan asks her not to do anything "revengy" until he gets there.
2) He gives the character layers
Yes, he's funny and has a sexy Chuck-Bass-style drawl, but Nolan goes much deeper than that. We learned in Episode 19, "Absolution," that our main man is fiercely protective of his family and loyal to the core.
We can't wait to see his character grow even more next season as he finds a new romantic interest (especially after the steamy Nolan/Tyler hook up) and continues to help Ems kick some Hamptons ass!
3) Have you seen his wardrobe?
The boy knows how to bring it! He clearly doesn't take his Hamptons address lightly and chooses to cover himself in plaids, pastels, and popped collars.
Even with ladies as fashion-forward as Victoria and Emily, Nolan steals the show.
Do you think Gabriel Mann deserves an Emmy nomination?
Wanna share theories with fellow Revenge fans? Join the discussion on our Revenge Facebook page!
Follow @RevengeWetpaint on Twitter
More About Revenge
Revenge Spoilers
Revenge Photos
Revenge Episodes
Revenge Music
Revenge Relationships


text:
Mr. Douglas Howell Goodwin, 49, died Sunday, Sept. 1, 2012 at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012 at First United Methodist Church in Starkville with Rev. Tommy Temple officiating.
Burial will follow at Memorial Garden Park.
Visitation will be held noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012 at First United Methodist Church.
Welch Funeral Home in Starkville is in charge of arrangements.
Doug was an avid hunter and fisherman and always looked forward to the annual "White River" trip with his long time friends. He was better known as "Bones" to them and the people of his stomping grounds of Louisville, MS. Doug loved athletics and all sporting events as well. He was a very proud supporter of Starkville Academy. But to everyone who knew Doug, knew his passion and true joy was being the best father in the world to Will and Jake.
He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Broker/Owner of Maroon and White Realty, member of the Mississippi Association of Realtors, member of the National Association of Realtors, sponsor of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and member of the Starkville Academy Booster Club.
Doug is survived by his sons, Will Goodwin and Jake Goodwin both of Starkville; parents, Donald and Anita Goodwin of Dekalb; sisters, Debbie Richardson of Starkville and Beverly Goodwin of Tuscaloosa, Ala.; nephews Adam Richardson of Starkville and Taylor Silva of Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are Adam Richardson, Taylor Silva, Steve Roberts, Lee Kirkpatrick, Vance Taylor, Dr. Billy Davis, Dr. Gil Davis, David Haggard, Sterling Dahl, Frank Jones, Van Miles, James Moffitt, Gene Goodwin and Tommy Goodwin.
In lieu of flowers, the Goodwin family requests donations be made to The Doug Goodwin Memorial Educational Fund, on behalf of Will and Jake Goodwin c/o Regions Bank, Account No. 0174608363, Attn: Sammy Slaughter, P. O. Box 1127, Starkville, MS 39760.
You may go online and sign our guest register at http://www.welchfuneralhomes.com [1].
[1] http://www.welchfuneralhomes.com


text:
The Lake Zurich High School jazz ensembles will perform in concert with the DePaul jazz ensemble, under the direction of Bob Lark, on Wednesday, Feb. 27. The concert, which is open to the public at no charge, begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Lake Zurich High School Performing Arts Center, 300 Church St., Lake Zurich. The jazz lab band will start the concert, playing Dave Brubeck's "In Your Own Sweet Way" and Thad Jones' "Us". The jazz ensemble will follow with three classics by the Duke Ellington Orchestra, including Billy Strayhorn's haunting "Bloodcount," "Theme from the Asphalt Jungle," and Maynard Fergusen's "Cruisin' for a Bluesin'." The DePaul jazz ensemble will close the concert. For information about upcoming concerts, contact Josh Thompson at (847) 540-4204 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
updated: 2/19/2013 6:21 PM
Lake Zurich High jazz concert Wednesday
Order Reprint Print Article
Interested in reusing this article?
Custom reprints are a powerful and strategic way to share your article with customers, employees and prospects.
The YGS Group provides digital and printed reprint services for Daily Herald. Complete the form to the right and a reprint consultant will contact you to discuss how you can reuse this article.
Need more information about reprints? Visit our Reprints Section for more details.
Success - request sent close
- This article filed under:
- News
- Deer Park
- Hawthorn Woods
- Kildeer
- Lake Zurich
- North Barrington
- Education
- Lake Zurich High School
- Music
Comments (
Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the X in the upper right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.


text:
For Who the Bell TollsHardback
List price $20.26
Unavailable - AbeBooks may have this title.
- Publisher: Guardian Faber Publishing
- Format: Hardback | 304 pages
- Dimensions: 132mm x 200mm x 36mm | 300g
- Publication date: 3 October 2013
- Publication City/Country: London
- Sales rank: 46,027
Product description
This is a book that explains the grammar that people really need to know, such as the fact that an apostrophe is the difference between a company that knows its s*** and a company that knows it's s***, or the importance of capital letters to avoid ambiguity in such sentences as "I helped my Uncle Jack off his horse." David Marsh's lifelong mission has been to create order out of chaos. For four decades, he has worked for newspapers, from the Sun to the Financial Times, from local weeklies that sold a few thousand copies to the Guardian, with its global readership of nine million, turning the sow's ear of rough-and-ready reportage into a passable imitation of a silk purse. The chaos might be sloppy syntax, a disregard for grammar or a fundamental misunderstanding of what grammar is. It could be an adherence to "rules" that have no real basis and get in the way of fluent, unambiguous communication at the expense of ones that are actually useful. Clear, honest use of English has many enemies: politicians, business and marketing people, local authority and civil service jargonauts, rail companies, estate agents, academics...and some journalists. This is the book to help defeat them.
Add item to wishlist
Other people who viewed this bought:
The Elements of Eloquence
USD$13.60 - Save $6.66 32% off - RRP $20.26
The Elements of Eloquence
USD$10.01 - Save $4.01 28% off - RRP $14.02
English Grammar in Use with Answ...
USD$22.69 - Save $17.39 43% off - RRP $40.08
Complete Guide to Conjugating 12...
Grammaire Progressive Du Francai...
Advanced Grammar in Use Book wit...
USD$27.23 - Save $12.85 32% off - RRP $40.08
Other books in this category
English Grammar in Use with Answ...
USD$22.69 - Save $17.39 43% off - RRP $40.08
Complete Guide to Conjugating 12...
English Grammar in Use Students ...
USD$22.58 - Save $10.48 31% off - RRP $33.06
Eats, Shoots & Leaves
USD$10.01 - Save $4.99 33% off - RRP $15.00
Advanced Grammar in Use Book wit...
USD$27.23 - Save $12.85 32% off - RRP $40.08
Practice Makes Perfect Spanish V...
USD$13.44 - Save $2.14 13% off - RRP $15.58
- Categories:
Author information
David Marsh is the Production Editor of the Guardian and the fierce protector of Guardian Style. Follow his hugely popular Twitter tips @guardianstyle.


text:
'American Idol' unveils Top 24 – make that 25 – with a twist
February 24, 2012 in West Central Tribune
It's good news for 25 not just 24 singers on "American Idol."
Continue Reading
February 24, 2012 in West Central Tribune
It's good news for 25 not just 24 singers on "American Idol."
Continue Reading
January 28, 2012 in The Jamestown Sun
Over the past 17 years one Jamestown woman has sang for thousands of people. Alexis Barnick can now add the judges of "American Idol" to that list.
Continue Reading
May 26, 2011 in West Central Tribune
Scotty McCreery won the "American Idol" battle of the fresh-faced country crooners Wednesday, pulling more of a record 122 million-plus viewer votes than competitor Lauren Alaina. Continue Reading
January 18, 2011 in INFORUM
"American Idol" Season 10 the remix.
That's the catchy label Randy Jackson has affixed to television's No. 1 show, which returns next week with a radical makeover that feels both bold and somewhat desperate. Continue Reading
August 2, 2010 in West Central Tribune
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) Here come the new judges on "American Idol," maybe. Continue Reading
July 30, 2010 in West Central Tribune
Ellen DeGeneres is dancing off "American Idol' after one season and Jennifer Lopez is poised to step in.
Continue Reading


text:
I've been trying to write a Studio Ghibli/Miyazaki post for months now. Unfortunately, graduating undergrad and life sort of got in the way of that, but that's irrelevant now cause this it! Sort of. I've decided to split Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki, and you're probably thinking why? Isn't Hayao Miyazaki Studio Ghibli? Yes, and no. Hayao Miyazaki is one of the founders of Studio Ghibli and he certainly has been involved in every film the studio has produced (not to mention the man is a genius), but in my opinion it takes more than one person to make a great film, an especially in animation where there are so many people involved (which is true to any film though). The other co-founder of Studio Ghibli is Isao Takahata, and he has also put in the hours and sure as heck deserves recognition. In this post, I focus on the studio as a whole and my choice for top 5 takes into consideration all the films the studio has done. Part of it is to highlight the talent of the other artists in the studio, but it's not just that. These films are important and really underrated in the United States (with the exception of number one), and it has to do with the fact that Miyazaki's name isn't in the forefront, so I'm going to just tell you to watch them because they are fantastic. I will have a follow up post in January (Miyazaki-San's birthday month!), which will focus on the artist Hayao Miyazaki, and his body of work, so look forward to that. Meanwhile though, let's talk Ghibli!
5. Whisper of the Heart (1995), directed by Yoshifumi Kondo
I had some major reservations about watching Whisper of the Heart, mostly cause I hated the premise for it. Two teenagers fall in love but of course it's not as easy as it sounds. Blah! But I had to watch it cause I was set on watching all Studio Ghibli films, and it has in fact become one of my favorites, clearly. Something this studio, and its animators do really well is capturing the real and simple feelings of life, and then using the animation to enhance those feelings. The animation is never exploited. Something that would seem kitschy and cliché is actually really honest. The characters of Shizuku and Seiji are charming, and even though they are the lead couple and expected to be destined, it never feels like that's all they are. They are individuals with separate goals but they also have faith in each other, and really that's Love (capital "L"). This film has a lot history behind it too and it's not all happy. It was the first Studio Ghibli feature film to be directed by someone other than Miyazaki or Takahata. Director Yoshifumi Kondo was the protégé of Miyazaki, and many expected Kondo to take over as head of the studio, unfortunately he died at 47. I would have looked forward to more of his projects. Also, because of this film I know the lyrics to "Take Me Home, Country Roads," which I'm not sure if it's a good thing or bad, but either way, yeah.
4. The Secret World of Arrietty (2010), directed by Hiromasa Yonebayashi
Here is the thing, I knew about Arrietty since 2010, but I didn't actually get to see it until two years later. That's the only downside to these imports that have to be dubbed, and until very recently Disney was responsible for the distribution of Studio Ghibli films in the United States. So, the actors for the voices are of course top notch. That being said Amy Poehler, Will Arnett, and Carol Burnett have some of the best voices ever. Anyways, about this film, basically it's a stunning 2D animated film. Studio Ghibli is one of the few animation studios left that has held off on the whole CGI/3D craze that permeates Hollywood, instead they are working with the tools they've always had in new exciting ways. They create worlds that are gorgeous and visually stunning without succumbing to the idea that it has to be computer animated in order to look real. The story isn't the most heartfelt I'll admit and it gets pretty sappy at some parts, but besides that the characters are hilarious, and the ending, well, it's not your expected ending but it feels right. Yonebayashi has been with Studio Ghibli for quite a while and worked on many of the top rated films, in Arrietty I think he ingeniously included qualities and techniques from those other films he worked on.
3. The Cat Returns (2002), directed by Hiroyuki Morita
Consider this a sort of sequel spin-off to Whisper of the Heart, with the focus on the character of The Baron, a gentleman cat (a gentlecat!). The Baron was first introduced as statue which Shizuku is fond of, but in The Cat Returns he's a talking walking character, actually most of the characters are cats, even the main human character turns into a cat. So if you like cats, boy, do I have the movie for you! Morita creates such a fun world the whole time it's just one big smile. It's basically Alice In Wonderland, but with cats!
2. Grave of the Fireflies (1988), directed by Isao Takahata
Okay, remember how I mentioned something about these movies being important, this is still true and in fact Grave of the Fireflies might be the most important. Besides it being the saddest flippin' movie it's also really beautiful and historically accurate. It's clear Takahata had a specific vision in mind for this wartime story. First, it's told from the perspective of a 14-year-old kid, and second, he wanted to be faithful to the novel it's based on. It's tough to write and direct a movie about children having to survive during a war. No one wants to see that, but that was the situation during World War II in Japan, but not only Japan actually but everywhere, It's a fact there are children everywhere in the world. So, I mean yeah it's really hard to watch but it's honest and it's another reason to hate war, and that's a bandwagon I think a lot of people should get on. Let's hate wars.
1. Spirited Away (2001), directed by Hayao Miyazaki
In terms of an animated film doing everything right, yeah Spirited Away is that film. Remember to keep an eye out for my top favorite Miyazaki films, this makes the list there too, in a more different way, but still it's on both lists! That's crazy! Anyways, in Japan this film is bigger than Titanic, and in the states in was nominated and won and Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, along with a bunch of other film awards. It was a hit and continues to be a hit today. The score is beautiful and the scenery, and the food, is all types of sumptuous. It's a coming of age story but not only meant for children but for adults as well, that's the great thing about any Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli film. They break that awful notion that because it's animated it must only be for kids. The film tackled current themes and it's gripping and enchanting in so many levels. I recommend this film to anyone who wants to learn about the craft, not just for animators but just everyone. Best film ever. Okay this is now gushing and I'll stop. Thanks for reading and remember to read the Miyazaki one coming soon. That will have the good stuff.


text:
I'm a huge fan of game glitches because they almost always have hilarious results. For example, the latest NHL game released by EA has a bug where if you hip check a player while the door is opening at your team's bench the checked player will go flying. To make things even better, EA has felt the need to actually comment about this glitch.
I'm not sure if i've ever seen a game company use something like this for an ad but holy shit is it hilarious. Are there any other times this has happened and a company actually uses a bug for advertising? cause i'd love to see it. And to go even further, what are some of your guys' most favorite game freakouts you've ever seen?


text:
Monster Hat with Ear Flaps
Activity DesignerScrumdillydo
44 Projects
Hand your kiddo their hat and all sorts of scrappy bits and glue. Tacky glue works wonders with felt. Let your little ones create a monster of their choice. Once all glue has dried, pop the hat on and have a monster's bash!


text: Pet of the Week 04/07/2014 09:51 AM 04/07/2014 10:50 AM Pet of the Week 04/07/2014 10:50 AM Handsome needs a new home! Temma Martin from Best Friends Animal Society brought a pet to the show who is looking for a new, forever home.Handsome is a big sweet adult cat looking for a new family. He is ready to be a sweet lap cat in your home! If you're interested in adopting a pet, call (801) 559-1100 or visit: www.utahpets.org Copyright 2014 abc4.com Nexstar Broadcasting, All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Page: [[$index + 1]]


text:
Taylor Swift has been doing tall, skinny girls proud for years now — but did she bow to pressure to Barbie up her body by buying a bigger bust?
Hollywood Life talked to three plastic surgeons, who all said oh yes she did.
"The country star appears to be following in the footsteps of another female country singer, Dolly Parton, and enhanced her breasts," plastic surgeon Dr. Anthony Youn told HollywoodLife.com, saying he suspected she went from an A-cup to a C.
Dr. Richard Fleming agreed, adding, "I think it's pretty obvious that's she's had breast enhancement. It looks very nice and proportional."
Creepy! Check out HL's side-by-side photos, which don't seem to prove much since there's a reason they call it the Wonderbra.
Gossip Cop called foul on the breast beat, writing, "Swift absolutely did NOT get breast implants, a source close to Swift assures Gossip Cop. Consider this rumor… busted."
Sources: HollywoodLife.com, GossipCop.com


text:
'Dance War': One step away from the finale
Wow...is it really that time already? We're only one episode away from the last Dance War: Bruno vs. Carrie Ann and the crowning of a new potential super-group.
After the overly dramatic recap reminding us that Team Bruno lost for the second week in a row and, subsequently, lost Tony, our dapper little host Drew Lachey informs us that this is the last show in which we vote - whoever wins after tonight gets the recording contract. Just let me say up front that if Team Carrie Ann doesn't win, it's a total fix.
Before throwing it to the combo-team number, Drew lets us know it's Latin Week. Five bucks says someone performs Gloria Estafan's "Conga." The opening number is "Dance With Me," an enjoyable salsa flavored number from the late 90's. Though last week I said Phillip should've went home, he's performing well this number. One other thing I did notice is that Mariel is a stronger vocalist than Lacey - she exhibits more consistent control over her big voice.
Next week they'll be revealing the new cast of "Dancing With The Stars." That's a great promotional bit. Kudos. Anyhoo, Bruno and Carrie Ann come out for the prerequisite pose-down and talk up of their numbers. Bruno talks out of his behind and Drew mocks him. Fantastic.
Team Carrie Ann gets the first summary package, reliving last weeks numbers, Bruno being overly critical and a little back-chatter from the guys. The team members thank the viewers for votes but also acknowledge that they'll have to up their game this week if they want to keep winning. Carrie Ann rewarded everyone with a day off at the spa which was very appreciated. Bradley was walking around in a robe with a towel around his head and neck and Elizabeth called him a Diva. Awesome. But then it's back to the grind with Carrie Ann letting them know there'll be high expectations thanks to the song choice. She also reveals to the camera that she's been worried about this week because of the precision of the choreography.
So they're performing "Conga." Anyone who took that sucker bet, feel free to pay up now. I accept Visa, Mastercard and Discover but no checks. They're rocking the kickin' girl group vibe like always and, though there's something sort of Solid Gold about it, I still dig it. They do this cool full group lift in the middle of the number. C to the A was right, they did do a much more "traditional" number - the kind Bruno's been bitching about since day one. She's very happy about their performance and rightly so. Bruno's finally appeased for the full out dancing and singing, even going so far as to say he "really, really enjoyed it."
Now we have Team Bruno's first summary. We get to see Tony's classy reaction once again as well as his parting words and the remaining teammates devastated reactions. Zack doesn't understand why they keep losing because they put their all into their numbers. But I can tell you why...*coughBRUNOcough*. Next, Team Bruno visits some of the people helped by the Down Syndrome Foundation of Los Angeles. They were invited by the President of the Foundation who had seen the show. It was a great visit and really helped Zack, Lacey, Phillip and Kelsey's spirits. In rehearsal, The Big B tells Zack that he needs to up the sex appeal. He's a little embarrassed by the whole ordeal (including serenading Bruno) which is just plain adorable. Also, he got to dance with Kelsey and do a body roll with her. I'm pretty sure he's been waiting to do that for weeks.
Their first number is "Sway," which Bruno claims to be their most difficult to date. And holy crap, Phillip is doing better vocally than Zack. Last week someone made a comment on the blog regarding how Kelsey suddenly has super-white Chiclet teeth. Totally right. A little distracting. Bruno says that we just saw Dancing With the Stars and American Idol combined. It was a good number but I don't know if I'd say all that. The vocals overall were the best they've been all season but there was also a pretty heavy backing track during the chorus. Though I'll give that a pass since there's only four of them left. Bruno complimented Zack for delivering all he'd been asked to while Carrie Ann agrees with me and says that Phillip was the standout. She also tells Zack that he's capable of so much more, that she feels like he's still holding back. Zack mentions that there's still a second number. Challenge!
Before we get to the second numbers, we have a performance from the High School Musical touring cast. ABC is owned by Disney, by the way. And I'd bet that the average age of these cast members is 26 (two or three of them are damn near 30, plus or minus). I feel like I'm watching Beverly Hills, 90210.
Okay, after that painful little diversion, we see Team Carrie Ann's second practice tape. Since Bradley and Alyssa are the only trained dancers, C to the A is looking to them to really step it up and lead. Bradley is excelling while Alyssa...well, Carrie Ann calls her out for being occasionally lazy during rehearsals. Ouch. C to the A tells her that she's expected to be a leader and Alyssa, during a solo interview, says that she can't always help the others when this is a competition and she wants to be assured a spot. Famous last words. Qis is having issues refining his movements but never fear, Bradley's here! He goes over the steps with Qis and really helps him.
Team Carrie Ann's second number is "I Need to Know" by Marc Anthony. They start out with a really nice acapella piece from the girls and have these gates they're dancing around. And wow, for once Chris' microphone is working from the giddy up. Oops...Mariel messed up the choreography during the handkerchief portion in the middle. Overall, it sounded good and I liked the vibe. Carrie Ann is pleased and commends them for really evolving and developing a group dynamic. She also tells the girls she's proud of how they nailed the choreography, which they thank Alyssa for (I figured they were just playing up the whole "lazy" thing for the drama). Bruno says it took a long time to really get into the number and that he preferred the style of the first number. Calling them "gimmicky" for the umpteenth time, Carrie Ann shoots back that it's a particular style that comes from street dancing (referencing the handkerchief/breaking movements in the middle) but he wouldn't know that since he doesn't come from that place.
Team Bruno's second package begins with them trying to hit a pinata to get into the Latin Week vibe. Bruno tells them during rehearsal that they should imagine they're in a night club in Miami. Whatever Bruno. Anyway, Phillip's the only one's who hasn't had a family member in the audience but, thanks to some community fund raising, Mom gets to come out and surprise her "Baby Boy." He's very happy and explains his jump to a higher level performance-wise. We end the segment with the remaining four members talking about how much it would suck to never win once during the whole show AND lose the finale AND have their dreams crushed. Wow, you're totally harshing my gig. Way to bring me down.
Their last number is "Whine Up," which is a song I like. The boys are dancing with their shirts all open. A little something for the ladies and some of the fellas. I actually really liked this number. I'm somewhat shocked. It's the first time Team Bruno's done a Pop-like number versus the whole Broadway thing he's been riding for weeks. Bruno was his typical happy self and Carrie Ann was uncharacteristically in agreement. All the members were featured, they played to the audience, the choreography didn't feel like it belonged to the opening number of The Oscars...the vocals still need some tweaking (the harmonies feel empty yet again), but still really good.
Before Drew reveals the results, we get a time-waster package that follows the peeps through a very busy day in the life. And now we find out that...Team Bruno finally won their first one. Bruno drops to his knees in relief, his hands in his head. I can't say that I'm too surprised but I still smell a fix. Carrie Ann is not happy at all and starts crying pretty much immediately. Because Qis volunteered to be cut when she asked the team who should go, he's the first to be kept. Bradley is saved next followed by Mariel and then Elizabeth.
So it's Alyssa and Chris in the bottom and they're singing "Hero" by Enrique Iglesias (ugh!). Alyssa's shaky but holding together as well as could be expected for trying not to cry. Chris is much more solid but they're both good. This is hard to call. A super bummed and apologetic Carrie Ann tells them both how much she loves and is proud of them before keeping Chris and giving Alyssa the heave ho. Remember...famous last words. Plus, C to the A cannot abide by lackadaisical practice ethic. Before exiting, she says that, no matter what we might've seen tonight, she loves her team and always has and to please vote for them.
I hope Team Carrie Ann wins. They have the strongest overall vocals, have been performing like a Pop group from Day 1 and have a very universal appeal. Plus the remnants of Team Bruno will most likely get deals of some kind. Disney doesn't like letting go of performers tweens fawn over.
Do you smell a fix or did last week's attempt to vilify Team Carrie Ann actually work? Should Alyssa been sent home? Who do you think should win the contract?


text:
Stegeman is looking to incorporate more value-added product extensions in order to further consolidate its already strong position in the Netherlands and reduce the pressure from increased competition from private label products. The company plans to show that Stegeman products are best shared as this enhances the experience, and will also improve its product information as research has shown that this increases both consumption and loyalty. Stegeman has an established presence and knowledge of...
Our Local Company Profiles are a concise set of briefings detailing the strategic direction taken by a company. Discover key contact details, the company background and their competitive positioning through this collection of snapshot company profiles.
Product coverage: Baby Food, Bakery, Canned/Preserved Food, Chilled Processed Food, Confectionery, Dairy,
Author:Mike Kinge-mailWeb: www.companiesandmarkets.comPhone: London: +44 (0) 203 086 8600