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The 15th Annual European Union Film Festival
From March 2 through 29, the Gene Siskel Film Center welcomes you to the 15th Annual European Union Film Festival, the largest showcase in North America for the cinema of the European Union nations. This year's festival encompasses all 27 EU countries, presenting the Chicago premieres of 65 films. As always, our festival presents a wide range of recent production, from first features by the cream of Europe's new talents to the latest films by established masters.
Major directors include Andrea Arnold (WUTHERING HEIGHTS), Terence Davies (THE DEEP BLUE SEA), Bruno Dumont (HORS SATAN), Michael Glawogger (WHORE'S GLORY), Lasse Hallström (SALMON FISHING IN THE YEMEN), Jan Hrebejk (INNOCENCE), Mathieu Kassovitz (REBELLION), John Landis (BURKE AND HARE), Yorgos Lanthimos (ALPS), Christian Petzold (BEATS BEING DEAD), and André Techiné (UNFORGIVABLE). The three short films making up the Jeonju Digital Project 2011 are by the stellar trio of Jean-Marie Straub, Claire Denis, and José Luis Guerín.
The festival includes seven films that were selected to represent their nations in this year's Academy Awards competition for Best Foreign-language film: BREATHING (Austria), LETTERS TO ANGEL (Estonia), BACK IN YOUR ARMS (Lithuania), SONNY BOY (Netherlands), JOSÉ & PILAR (Portugal), MORGEN (Romania), and BEYOND (Sweden).
According to the tradition of our festival, the opening night is presided over by the nation currently holding the presidency of the European Union. On Friday, March 2, our hosts are the Honorable Anne Mette Vestergaard, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of Denmark, Washington, and the Honorable Jacob Anderson, Consul General of Denmark, Chicago. Our opening night film is A FUNNY MAN, the bittersweet story of how fame proves to be the undoing of a pair of scrappy standup comics.
Scheduled personal appearances include acclaimed British director Terence Davies with THE DEEP BLUE SEA on March 13, and Chicago-based film critic Jonathan Rosenbaum hosting a screening of AITA (Spain) by José María de Orbe on March 19. On March 23 and 24, Romanian director Lucian Georgescu appears with his film THE PHANTOM FATHER in tandem with American author (and former Chicagoan) Barry Gifford, on whose story the film is based. Other possible guest appearances were unconfirmed at press time; please check back for updates on appearances and added special events in association with screenings.
We close the festival on Thursday, March 29, with THE SALT OF LIFE, an affecting Italian comedy by Gianni Di Gregorio, director of the 2010 hit MID-AUGUST LUNCH. A reception by Whole Foods Market follows.
The Gene Siskel Film Center thanks the consulates, the consuls general, and the cultural institutes of the European Union in Chicago, and their embassies in Washington, D.C., for their enthusiastic participation. We especially salute the efforts of all those who served on the festival planning committee.
Purchase a European Union festival pass for $50!
6 movies at a reduced price, plus a free small popcorn with each film. Turn your pass in at the end of the festival for a $5 discount on a Gene Siskel Film Center membership. An $87 value for $50!
Vote for the Audience Award! Win an Annual Membership and a 2013 EU Festival Pass!
Vote for the European Union Film Festival's Audience Award, and your ballot may be selected for the grand prize of a year's membership to the Film Center plus an EU Festival Pass (6 films + popcorn) for the 2013 festival! Ballots are available in the lobby. Past winners of the award include I'M NOT SCARED (2004), COLOSSAL SENSATION! (2005), CLEAN (2006), AFTER THE WEDDING (2007), THE UNKNOWN WOMAN (2008), THE BEACHES OF AGNES (2009), THE WORLD IS BIG AND SALVATION LURKS AROUND THE CORNER (2010), and DESERT FLOWER (2011).
For their generous assistance in obtaining films for the European Union Film Festival, the Gene Siskel Film Center thanks:
Austria: Dr. Thomas Schnoell, Joanne Ryan, Consulate General of Austria
Belgium: Martine Leclerq, Wallonia (Belgium) Trade & Investment, Chicago; Claude Stomp, Flanders Investment and Trade, Chicago; Frank Verpoorten, Flanders House, New York; Madeline Shapiro, Caviar Films
Bulgaria: Valentin Donchev, Lila Georgieva, Bulgarian Consulate General, Chicago; Arnaud Aubelle, Le Pacte; Miramar Film; Mila Petkova, Bulgarian National Film Center; Christian Nochev, Andy Film
Cyprus: Marinos Kartikkis
Czech Republic: Sylvia Pinterova, NiteFLIX; Dana Huntova, Consulate General of the Czech Republic
Denmark: Lizette Gram Mygind, Signe Egemose Agger, Danish Film Institute; Jacob Anderson, Lisbeth Christensen, Consulate General of Denmark
Estonia: Mati Sepping, Estinfilm; Tristan Priimägi, Estonian Film Foundation; Kaie-Ene Rääk, F-Seitse
Finland: Jenni Domingo, Finnish Film Foundation; Laura Salonen, Snapper Films
France: nstitut Français; Jean François Rochard, Laurence Geannopoulos, Cultural Services at the Consulate General of France in Chicago; Grégoire Graesslin, Kinology
Germany: Werner Ott, Irmi Maunu-Kocian, Goethe-Institut, Chicago
Greece: Liza Linardou, Greek Film Center
Hungary: Bela Bunyik, Bunyik Entertainment; Katalin Vajda, Magyar Filmunió, Hungarian National Film Fund; Michael A. Dobbin, Quiet Revolution Pictures
Ireland: Tim Reilly, Consulate General of Ireland, Chicago
Italy: Silvio Marchetti, Mary Anne Melchior, Istituto Italiano di Cultura, Chicago; Barbara Klein, Italian Film Festival of St. Louis; Gianluca Bertogna; Latvia: Janis Vingris
Lithuania: Skaiste Aniuliene, Agné Vertelkaitè, Consulate General of the Republic of Lithuania in Chicago; Studio Uljana Kim
Luxembourg: Joy Hoffmann, Centre National de l'Audiovisuel (CAN)
Malta: Kenneth Scicluna, Lighthouse & Ashley
Netherlands: Peter Verheyen, Consulate General of the Netherlands, Chicago
Romania: Thomas Petit, Les Films du Losange; Lucian Georgescu, GAV
Slovakia: Alexandra Strelková, Slovak Film Institute; John Riley, Fog 'n' Desire Films; Ondrej Starinska, JMB Film and TV Production
Slovenia: Nerina Kocjancic, Slovenian Film Center
Spain: Ignacio Olmos, Teresa Hernando, Instituto Cervantes de Chicago; Montse Pedros, Eddie Saeta SA; Carlota Caso, Film Factory Entertainment
Sweden: Gunnar Almér, Swedish Film Insititute; Ulf G. Anvin, Consulate General of Sweden
and also: Lara Bogenrief, Allied-THA; Ryan Krivoshey, The Cinema Guild; Alex Garcia, FiGa Films; Rebeca Conget, Film Movement; Ryan Werner, Jonathan Hertzberg, Elizabeth Brambilla, Cary Jones, Kim Kalyka, IFC Films; Kyoung Min Yang, Un-Seong Yoo, Jeonju International Film Festival; Gary Palmucci, Jason Leaf, Kate Brokaw, Kino International; Ed Arentz, Brian Andreotti, Suzanne Fedak, Music Box Films; Jonathan Howell, Jose Lopez, New Yorker Films; Farhad Arshad, Jennifer Bonino, Olive Films; Jacob Wolter, Oscilloscope Laboratories; Paul Hudson; Outsider Films; Jessica Rosner, Palisades Tartan; Brandon Peters, Strand Releasing; Matthew Landers, Tribeca Film; Clemence Taillandier, Zeitgeist Films.
Opening night film!
- 2011, Martin P. Zandvliet, Denmark, 109 min.
- With Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Lars Ranthe
As he demonstrated with actress Paprika Steen in the 2011 EUFF entry APPLAUSE, writer-director Zandvliet knows how to showcase a powerhouse performance. Nikolaj Lie Kaas (THE IDIOTS, BROTHERS) evokes RAGING BULL and ALL THAT JAZZ with his ferocious, fact-based portrayal of Dirch Passer, who was Denmark's top comedy star of the 1950s-1960s, roughly the equivalent of America's Lou Costello or Jerry Lewis. A FUNNY MAN depicts Dirch's stormy relationship with his longtime comedy partner Kjeld Petersen, his ill-fated attempt to become a serious actor, his booze-soaked personal life, and the fascinating vintage comedy routines that made him famous. In Danish with English subtitles. 35mm widescreen print courtesy of the Danish Film Institute. (MR)
Note: No free passes or blue tickets will be valid for the opening night screening.
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Closing night film!
- 2011, Gianni Di Gregorio, Italy, 90 min.
- With Gianni Di Gregorio, Valeria De Franciscis Bendoni
"Thoroughly delightful."
—Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian
"Wittily observed, humorously understood and keenly felt."
—Wally Hammond, Time Out London
THE SALT OF LIFE, actor-writer-director Di Gregorio's follow-up to his captivating 2010 EUFF entry MID-AUGUST LUNCH, might be described as a coming-of-age story, but the twist is that the age is sixty, not sixteen. Di Gregorio once again brings his droll, baggy-eyed charm to the role of Gianni, an aging man saddled with a demanding, spendthrift mother (played again by the marvelous Bendoni), but this time the subject is not filial duty but autumnal lust. Still dazzled by the beautiful women around him, and unwilling to be relegated to the romantic sidelines, Gianni tries to pump up his sex appeal, with increasingly hilarious and rueful results. Some critics have read the film as a sly commentary on the overweening machismo of the Berlusconi era; Philip French (The Observer) characterized it as an Ealing comedy that deftly turns into a Chekhov story. In Italian with English subtitles. Special advance screening courtesy of Zeitgeist Films. 35mm. THE SALT OF LIFE will open at the Music Box Theatre this spring. (MR)
Immediately following the screening, the audience is invited to a closing night reception hosted by Whole Foods Market.
Note: No free passes or blue tickets will be valid for the closing night screening.
Tickets for this show are now SOLD OUT!
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Films of the 15th Annual
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Opening night film!
- 2011, Martin P. Zandvliet, Denmark, 109 min.
- With Nikolaj Lie Kaas, Lars Ranthe
As he demonstrated with actress Paprika Steen in the 2011 EUFF entry APPLAUSE, writer-director Zandvliet knows how to showcase a powerhouse performance. Nikolaj Lie Kaas (THE IDIOTS, BROTHERS) evokes RAGING BULL and ALL THAT JAZZ with his ferocious, fact-based portrayal of Dirch Passer, who was Denmark's top comedy star of the 1950s-1960s, roughly the equivalent of America's Lou Costello or Jerry Lewis. A FUNNY MAN depicts Dirch's stormy relationship with his longtime comedy partner Kjeld Petersen, his ill-fated attempt to become a serious actor, his booze-soaked personal life, and the fascinating vintage comedy routines that made him famous. In Danish with English subtitles. 35mm widescreen print courtesy of the Danish Film Institute. (MR)
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- 2012, Lise Birk Pedersen, Denmark, 85 min.
Some of the most acclaimed documentaries in the world (ARMADILLO, THE AMBASSADOR, THE RED CHAPEL, etc.) have been coming out of Denmark lately. Featured at the recent Sundance Film Festival, PUTIN'S KISS evokes Preston Sturges and Alexander Payne (especially ELECTION) in this sardonic yet ultimately touching portrait of Masha Drokova, an ambitious Russian teenager who attains insta-celebrity as "the girl who kissed Putin" and rises to power in Nashi, a controversial youth movement that supports Putin with Hitlerjugend-like fervor. When Masha debates a group of critical leftist journalists, her staunch right-wing principles begin to waver, and a shocking event brings her to a crossroad of decision. In Russian with English subtitles. Special advance screening courtesy of Kino Lorber. HDCAM video. (MR)
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- 2011, Katrin Laur, Estonia, 100 min.
- With Maria Avdjushko, Rain Simmul
"Evocative fairy tale tropes...arthouse appeal."
—Ronnie Scheib, Variety
The green beauty of a small village with quaint cottages and rambling churchyard belies the harshness that shadows 8-year-old Lucia's childhood when her reckless, party-hearty parents leave the wistful girl to find her own way in the world. Family life slides into a tragic downward spiral, and yet life holds lovely secrets for a child whose eyes are truly open. Director Laur brings a touch of magic realism to bear in a story distinguished by emotional authenticity. In Estonian, Russian, and Finnish with English subtitles. 35mm print courtesy of the Estonian Film Foundation and Estinfilm. (BS)
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- 2011, Sulev Keedus, Estonia, 118 min.
- With Tõnu Oja, Tiina Tauraite
The images and scenarios generated by a haunted man's brain give Estonia's official submission for Oscar consideration a hallucinogenic beauty and strikingly surreal look that match the cryptic themes of its story. Kirotaja, a man accustomed to brutality, returns from the war in Afghanistan as a Muslim convert. Home is only a term for more chaos, with new battles to fight. His new life revolves around a search for the daughter he left behind, but does she really exist? In Estonian with English subtitles. DCP video courtesy of F-Seitse. (BS)
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- 2011, Juha Wuolijoki, Finland, 78 min.
- With Tiina Weckstrom, Hannu-Pekka Bjorkman
One of the most remarkable females of the 20th century, Hella Wuolijoki was a self-made woman--although "women" might be a better term: successful businesswoman, leading leftist, hugely popular playwright (including the source of the 1948 Oscar-winner THE FARMER'S DAUGHTER), accused spy, death-row inmate, member of parliament, and director of the Finnish national broadcasting company. Directed by her great-nephew, HELLA W is a stylish and concise biopic that wisely concentrates on a few facets of Wuolijoki's stupendous life: her turn to writing after the 1929 Crash, her strained relationship with her daughter, and her imprisonment as a Soviet spy during World War II. In Finnish with English subtitles. 35mm widescreen print courtesy of Snapper Films. (MR)
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- (aka DEAR PRUDENCE)
- 2010, Rebecca Zlotowski, France, 80 min.
- With Léa Seydoux, Agatha Schlenker
"Aside from a brilliant script, BELLE ÉPINE also totes an excellent performance from Léa Seydoux...a beautiful and haunting tale of delayed reaction and coming to terms with loss."
—Marina Antunes, Quiet Earth
Léa Seydoux, one of the hottest young French actresses (LA BELLE PERSONNE, MIDNIGHT IN PARIS, GHOST PROTOCOL), delivers a smolderingly intense performance as Prudence Friedman, a 16-year-old Jewish girl numbed by the recent death of her mother. Unable to find solace in religion, she turns to petty crime and is drawn into a world of casual sex and cheap thrills with a group of motorcycle racers. In this impressive first film, writer-director Zlotowski's immersive style has earned comparisons to Maurice Pialat and Patrice Chéreau. The French title translates as "Beautiful Spine." In French with English subtitles. 35mm print courtesy of the Institut Français. (MR)
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- 2010, Abdellatif Kechiche, France, 164 min.
- With Yahima Torres, Olivier Gourmet
"Riveting...built around the phenomenal lead performance of Yahima Torres."
—Melissa Anderson, Village Voice
BLACK VENUS retells the infamous true story of Saartjie Baartman, a young South African woman who in the early 19th century is lured to Europe where her prominent buttocks obtain a lifetime of exploitation as a sideshow attraction, prostitute, and scientific specimen. Yet, in a London trial against her manager, she refuses to be considered exploited and defends herself as an artist. Like Haneke and Buñuel, Tunisian-born French director Kechiche (THE SECRET OF THE GRAIN) uses an unflinching observational eye to fashion a complex and provocative statement on the complicity of the spectator. In French, English, and Afrikaans with English subtitles. 35mm print courtesy of the Institut Français. (MR)
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I have a feeling that a lot of people are going to see this movie. I'm about to tell about 10 people. PLEASE have it in the bigger theatre because the smaller theatre wouldn't be enough seats. Thanks! -Toya
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- 2010, Patric Chiha, France, 110 min.
- With Béatrice Dalle, Isaïe Sultan
"My favorite film of the year. You'll be left breathless by the sheer elegance of this astonishing little workout. "
—John Waters, Artforum
"Downright sexy."
—Eric Kohn, IndieWIRE
Centering on the relationship between a nascently gay teenager and his black-ewe aunt, this well-reviewed first film has been compared to HAROLD AND MAUDE and Eric Rohmer. Arriving in Paris from the provinces, Pierre (Sultan) comes under the spell of brilliant, sensuous, heavy-drinking Nadia (the fearless Dalle of BETTY BLUE, NIGHT ON EARTH, and TROUBLE EVERY DAY); she helps him to grow up, but disillusionment with her will be the final stage in his maturation. A hypnotic dance in a nightclub was nominated by Keith Uhlich of Time Out New York as "an early contender for scene of the year." In French with English subtitles. Special advance screening courtesy of Strand Releasing. DigiBeta video. (MR)
Additional show added!
Thursday, March 22, 6:00 pm
Replaces canceled show of SONNY BOY
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- 2011, Ismaël Ferroukhi, France, 99 min.
- With Tahir Rahim, Lubna Azabal
Based on real characters and events, this stirring, culturally rich Resistance drama is set in the early 1940s, when large numbers of North Africans emigrated to Occupied France. After Younes (Rahim), a cynical black marketeer, is caught by the Nazis, he agrees to spy on the Paris Mosque, suspected of harboring Jewish refugees--an assignment that sparks his political awakening. Tahir Rahim is impressive in his first major role since A PROPHET, but the film is dominated by two charismatic supporting players: veteran Michel Lonsdale (OF GODS AND MEN) as the cagy rector of the mosque, and newcomer Mahmud Shalaby as an electrifying Algerian singing star with a dangerous secret. In French and Arabic with English subtitles. Special advance screening courtesy of Film Movement. 35mm widescreen. (MR)
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U.S. premiere!
- (aka OUTSIDE SATAN
- and BEYOND SATAN)
- 2011, Bruno Dumont, France, 110 min.
- With David Dewaele, Alexandra Lemâtre
"Utterly mesmerising, mysterious and brutal…Opening up to potentially limitless readings, HORS SATAN is the embodiment of what film festivals do best: enable discovery and surprise."
—James Bell, Sight & Sound
"In the simplicity of the fable and the impressive economy of the mise en scène, Dumont's most direct and most beautiful film."
—Cahiers du Cinéma
In this latest mix of mysticism and mayhem by the always audacious Dumont (TWENTYNINE PALMS, HADEWIJCH), a mysterious drifter known only as Le Gars ("The Guy") acquires a disciple in the form of a teenaged village girl. She follows him through the countryside as he performs random acts of violence and healing. Is he good or evil, Christ or Satan, miracle-worker or charlatan? The astonishing climax might provide a clue, or perhaps only deepen the mystery. In French with English subtitles. Special advance screening courtesy of New Yorker Films. 35mm widescreen. (MR)
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Pat & Cissy Houston On The View Throw Shade On Bobbi Kristina's Relationship
Pat Houston and her delicate art of shade talks Bobbi Kristina and her "engagement" to brother-like boyfriend, Nick Gordon. She and Cissy Houston let it be known that they do not endorse or believe in Bobbi Kristina's relationship with Gordon. According to Pat, it's probably just a phase. Ouch! Pat Houston also defends the fact that Bobbi Kristina is drinking wine at 19, which does not sit well with Barbara Walters.
Is it me or is Barbara Walters a little aggressive? Barbara Walters does NOT like the idea that Bobbi Kristina is being exploited for ratings, and is not shy about it. Sherry steps in to break the tension. [Source] Check out part two of the interview where they talk about Bobbi Kristina's drinking problem, and how much Bobbi Kristina is set to inherit. Pat and Barbara and exchanging quite a bit of shade:
Yes Barbara, ask the tough questions.
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I understand the part about what Cissy is doing but I still have a problem with her daughter-in-law always in Bobbi's business. It looks to me like she's trying to take over Whitney's place. She has a child that she doesn't even spend time with. It's not about her being seen it's about this young woman who's getting over her mother's death. It's not up to her how Bobbi does it, it's up to Bobbi to grieve in her own way. I watched the show on lifetime and & when it started, Whitney's picture was in the middle, now it's the auntie that's in the middle I don't think that's right.

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I'm guessing his post was more directed to the topic creator, oldfart
I'm guessing his post was more directed to the topic creator, oldfart
And again, thanks for your work. I don't post a lot but I do visit this site during the college season on a daily basis so I hope things work out.
Thanks to those of you who got the site back up! I sincerely appreciate it! I love the site and have recommended it in the past.
Thanks for the expressions of appreciation guys.
I just want to clarify that while the tone of my post was intentionally stern, it was not ill-willed, nor was it meant to be accusatory toward anyone in specific.
I only wanted it known that this type of discussion is not productive for thewrestlingtalk.com, and it has no place on this forum.
If you want to use the forum to constructively discuss what can be done to improve the site, and what can be contributed toward getting that done, then by all means, please do.
We want people to use the site, that's what it's here for.
That said, we do what we can to improve the site when needs/opportunities arise, but it doesn't always work out as planned.
I'll be the first to admit that my vBulletin knowledge/experience is minimal, and this particular installation has been heavily modified to the point of making it difficult to do any maintenance whatsoever on it.
I don't have all the answers but I can say that Kristen is committed to keeping the site going as it is a part of Jacob's legacy to the world.
Pat and I do what we can to help her achieve that.
If you guys still want to find somewhere else to discuss wrestling or keep up on one another's social affairs that is your business.
Please don't make posts on this forum for the purpose of working out those logistics.
Please don't make posts on this forum that denigrate thewrestlingtalk.com.
Thank you.
~ truthfulness ~ compassion ~ forbearance ~
Nobody denigrated the site. It is a simple fact. Discussion is no longer possible on a site that seems to be unable to stay up for more than 24 hours. Many people have said "is there something we can do" The fact is there's not much we can do. It has been asked if this is an issue of money, as many(myself included) would contribute to the cause.
I don't blame anyone for the sites issues. It's just a fact that you cannot have quality conversation on a site that is never up. I'm lamenting that many of the people who used to post here are now gone as it has become impossible to stay connected and maintain conversation. I am glad you're not letting the site go, yet wonder why since it is down so often.
I can't believe you don't see this perspective and are choosing to be upset. The site has problems that the people in charge are unable to prevent, and that is a sad thing. I understand you are spending personal time on this, this is part of why the site seems ultimately doomed. I commend you for your efforts and you shouldn't take this personally. Even JensenS, THE guy when I associate with TWT is nowhere to be found. Is that not insanely telling? I will always check into TWT as long as it's running, but will not expect many of my peers to return as it has become so difficult to maintain discussion and dialogue.
There's no blame, nor cutting and running for green pastures. Just a somber note about a site I had great times on.
To avoid criticism say nothing, do nothing, be nothing.
This was by far my favorite place to talk wrestling. Really respect and enjoy the guys on here, and hope that sometime soon the site remains up for the long haul and we can gradually build a following again. I will continue to occasionally check in and post hoping that his site can make it back to where it was.
TC and PO thanks for all you do. I have been around since the beginning. I have spent countless hours promoting this site via radio and other places. Is it the vbulletin software or why is the site going down so often? Do we need to think about going to a more secure software; or maybe we should require a more complicated password structure for all users? Thanks for all you do.
While I agree with the sentiment of your 2nd post VA. You could have titled your thread a bit more constructively. I hope we are able to build the site back to it former glory. However it may take some time due to the amount of downtime recently.
If it is a matter of money lets put our heads together and work out a solution.
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I'll try to be as transparent as possible here:
1) It *IS* in large part a monetary issue.
- Hosting this site and Hswrestling.net in particular requires some serious computing power, more than any cheap hosting plan is capable of.
- When I took over managing Kristen's inherited internet real estate, I moved everything to a new host in response to issues we had at the previous host, and as a way to reduce hosting fees while boosting performance. Since that time our current host has become unreliable and we're looking at what we can do about it. The recent downtime was due to an attempt at moving the site to a different host that didn't work out (this different host was entirely responsible for the week of down time). Right now the site is back where it has been, and still has several security holes and malware code running along with it because we wanted to get it at least back up and running in some usable state, keeping the disruption minimized.
2) It *IS* in large part a vBulletin issue.
- The site is running on vBulletin 4.x; the current vBulletin version is 5.x and requires an entirely different license (costs money).
- Even if we spent the money to get a new license, it doesn't seem likely that we'd be able to cleanly convert the current content over to the new version, since the site has been so modified from a basic vBulletin installation.
- The site utilizes old modifications that no longer get updates, but can't be removed (as doing so would break things in major ways), causing serious security issues.
- There are a couple options I see in dealing with this:
--- Hire a vBulletin expert, capable and willing to clean up the issues stated above, buy a 5.x license and get everything up to date.
--- Close off the vBulletin forum, making it read-only, install a fresh forum software that doesn't require a license fee and is open source, likely to stay updated, etc (bbpress, simplemachines, etc). This would probably force every member to create a new account and start from scratch, but is probably what I would personally choose.
3) It *IS* in large part a problem with every administrator account.
- I don't know what your passwords are, but according to the host we attempted to move over to, the hacking is happening in part because one or more administrators' accounts have been compromised (hackers have somehow obtained or successfully guessed at your login information).
- As far as I can tell, in the time I have been involved with this site, no administrator has ever bothered to approve new user signups. Eventually it happened that the registration form was getting constantly hammered by bots and we had to remove access. Since that time Pat has personally created new user accounts for those individuals that email him asking for one.
- The administrators are supposed to set an example for other users and maintain the site as best they can--*that means all of you.* Based on what's been said about JensenS I can see that people think he's been in charge of, or somehow handling everything...I guarantee you, that is nowhere near reality.
We are acutely aware that if we don't push for a comeback this season, things will be far worse next year.
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I understand your perspective on this probably better than you think, and believe me when I tell you that however frustrating these issues are for you, they are far worse for us. Every site has problems that the people in charge are unable to prevent, it's just the reality of the internet. In addition to software and hosting issues, monetary issues are a major aspect of why we only have personal time to work on the sites lately. We understand that things are slipping and people are leaving due to these issues; what are those supposedly responsible for maintaining the community doing about it?
Eventually we'll sort out the hardware, software, and monetary issues I'm sure, but it will still be up to the pillars of this community to keep it together and continue making it a great place to talk wrestling. As one of the site administrators you have a responsibility to contribute to this. Put simply, your posts in this thread stand in opposition to this responsibility, as they present a tone of hopelessness with an air of authority; I haven't taken anything personally or become upset over this, I've said what I've said because I feel that this is wrong, and unacceptable. As an administrator, people take your words seriously and you need to contribute positively to Thewrestlingtalk.com. What do you think would happen if this were a company, and you were an employee?
I don't blame you for feeling that the situation is hopeless and I'm not angry with you either; in fact, I often feel the same way. However, as role models and individuals capable of affecting positive change for the site, we cannot allow these feelings to negatively impact the community in this way.
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Gerardo Daniel Martino (born November 20, 1962), nicknamed Tata, is an Argentine former football midfielder and current manager.
Martino played mostly for Newell's Old Boys in his native Rosario. He holds the record of appearances with the team playing a total of 505 matches in all official competitions. He was also selected in a fan's poll as Newell's best player throughout the club's history. He is currently in charge as head coach of Newell's.
Martino was assigned as head coach of the Paraguayan national football team in February 2007, replacing Uruguayan Anibal Maño Ruiz. His knowledge and success while coaching Paraguayan clubs were the parameters that positioned him as the best option for the job (other candidates were Nery Pumpido and Miguel Ángel Russo). Previously, Martino had won the Paraguayan league 4 times from 2002 till 2006.
On 5 July 2010, Martino announced that he would be stepping down as Paraguay coach on their return from the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Martino confirmed that with his four-year contract expiring, he would not be extending his spell in charge of the national side. However, on 10 July 2010, Martino agreed to stay on as Paraguay coach until after the 2011 Copa America.


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Shane Larkin scored a career-high 27 points to lead Miami to a 73-57 win over Jacksonville Friday night. Julian Gamble added 13 points for Miami (2-1), which bounced back after losing 63-51 to Florida Gulf Coast on Tuesday. Larkin hit 9 of 13 shots from the floor with five assists and four rebounds. Miami shot 59 percent (23 of 39) while holding Jacksonville to 40 percent shooting (20 of 50). Miami, which played without leading scorer Reggie Johnson due to a sore tailbone, scored the game's first 11 points and took a 27-23 lead into the break. Jacksonville (1-2) pulled to 31-29 before Miami went on a 9-1 run keyed by Larkin, who made a layup and a 3-pointer to stretch the lead to 40-30. Jacksonville would get no closer than seven the rest of the way. Dylan Fritsch led Jacksonville with 23 points including six 3-pointers.
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Behind-the-Scenes Video of Michelle Obama's Inaugural Gown at SmithsonianYesterday, we brought you the news of Michelle Obama's Inaugural Gown being added to the First Ladies Collection at the Smithsonian Institute of American History in Washington, D.C.Today, we are delighted to share a very fascinating behind the scenes video of preparing the gowns for the First Ladies Exhibition. Not only do you get to close-up details of some of the First Lady dresses,which include Mrs Obama's, but you also get inside tidbits, such as how the exhibition used to be called, Dresses of the Mistresses of the White House.The First Ladies Exhibition is a fascinating part of American history, please watch…Published on March 10, 2010
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Michelle Obama Donates Jason Wu Inaugural Gown to Smithsonian and wears Prabal Gurung
The First Lady knows how to make the fashion dreams of young designers happenIt was a stunning morning at the Smithsonian today for Jason Wu and Prabal Gurung.First Lady Michelle Obama donated her chiffon and Swarovski crystal Inaugural Gown designed by Jason Wu to the Smithsonian for their new "A First Lady's Debut" exhibit. The exhibit features 11 gowns worn by first ladies from Mamie Eisenhower to Michelle Obama which will be on view as of on view beginning tomorrow.Published on March 09, 2010
Fall 2010 Fashion Forecast New York
Fall fashion trend predictions for what to expect on the New York runways this weekTrend forecaster Stylesight share fashion predictions.Pre-fall is a pretty good barometer of what will be full-out fashion on the fall runways. Combine that with industry intuitiveness, a bit of fashion prescience, and maybe a crystal ball and you think you have an idea of what designers will be showing on the catwalks.Stylesight's forecasting experts– yes, we know it is a dream job- have been deep in observation about what trends we'll see storming the NY, Paris, London and Milan runways during F/W 10 Fashion Week. They've gathered a few ideas of what we can expect from the designers. Let's see how they fare.Published on February 09, 2010
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Jason Wu Eyewear so pretty, so chic
Colored sunglasses are like makeup for your faceJason Wu Eyewear is one of the prettiest collections of sunglasses around.We're mad over the very subtle, yet glam accent colors that correspond to garments in Jason Wu's Spring 10 collection.Look for semi-translucent crystals in aquamarine, topaz, onyx, opal, olivine, noir, caramel and richly textured tortoise."The pieces combine sleek, modern finishes, which I love, with unusual materials and details. I wanted to put my stamp on an item which would be accessible to a broader market and with an inherently chic connotation- sunglasses," says Wu.Published on February 03, 2010
Michelle Obama: First Lady, first gown, first dance
Jason Wu is Smithsonian bound…While I love their style separately, the combination may not be as divine.Michelle Obama chose a very of-the-moment one-shoulder, white airy gown by Jason Wu as her much coveted First Lady ball gown. The sheer, floatiness of this cream, organza gown is probably quite amazing and spectacular in person– undoubtedly a showstopper in the Smithsonian First Ladies Collection and a rather sublime choice historically.Published on January 20, 2009


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Toshiba Satellite M500-S403
SpecificationsNotebook: Toshiba Satellite M500-S403 (Satellite M500 Series)
Processor: Intel Core i3 330M
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD
Display: 14.1 inch, 16:10, 1280x800 pixels, glossy: yes
Weight: 2.4kg
Price: 600 euro
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Single Review, online available, Length Unknown, Date: 05/13/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% display: 75% mobility: 40%
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD: Onboard (shared Memory) GPU built in the GM45, GE45 and GS45 chipset (Montevina). Because of two more shaders and a higher core clock, much faster than the old GMA X3100. Still not advisable for gamers (DirectX 10 games not playable or only with very low settings). The integrated video processor is able to help decode HD videos (AVC/VC-2/MPEG2) , e.g., for a fluent Blu-Ray playback with slow CPUs.
Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
The Core i3-330M is a slower clocked 350M and therefore also lacks the Turbo Boost feature and clocks with max. 2.13 GHz. Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD 3150) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.
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14.1": 14 inch display size is a mixture between the small formats of subnotebooks and the 15 inch standard display. The reason why so many people like displays with medium size is, that this size is not exhausting for the eyes, does not need too much energy and the laptops can be kept quite compact.» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
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By Jason Grishkoff | Feb 05, 2014 | Total plays: 2,287
"Brother" is the Stockholm band's latest single, following up an 8-month old single called "Jennie." Beyond that, the band appear to only have one other song to their name. And now this one, of course.
Together, Carl-Johan Sevedag and Martin Wiklund manage to craft synth-heavy, alt-rock tracks that have a slight 80s touch. The production is of the highest quality, the hooks are catchy, and I'm generally a fan of the many layers. Definitely keeping an eye on this one.


text: Kasia Solon Cristobal joined the Tarlton Law Library as a reference librarian in 2009. In 2010, she was appointed Student Services Coordinator and regularly teaches advanced legal research. Ms. Cristobal was previously a rare books and reference librarian at the Jacob Burns Law Library at George Washington University Law School. She received a bachelor's degree in history from Rice University, a J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law, and a master's degree from the University of Michigan School of Information. Prior to graduate school, Ms. Cristobal received a Watson Fellowship and spent a year of travel studying Vikings and Icelandic sagas. She is a member of the American Association of Law Libraries and was admitted to the practice of law in Minnesota.


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Mission Statement
The people of St. Joseph Parish are called in Christ to celebrate God's love and to share it with one another and the community through faith, good works, and hope.
Vision Statement
We, at St. Joseph Parish, Lebanon, Boone County, a community of Roman Catholics in the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana, strive to live the mission of Jesus. In our relationship with God and one another, our goals are:
- Create through the grace of God, our Father, a community of faithful stewards to respect the gifts of time, talent, and treasure given to us by our Creator.
- Accept the love of Jesus for our brothers and sisters by sharing the Good News, by praying and celebrating the Sacraments, by offering a life-long Christian Formation process, and by reaching out to those in need.
- Respect and hold all life sacred from the moment of conception until natural death.
- Empower, in and with the Holy Spirit, all of God's people by raising up the lowly and the poor, by healing those in pain, and by being a sign of unity and peace.
Parish Registration
New parishioners (or those not registered) may call the parish office to register or simply stop in the office for a few moments to fill out a brief form and meet the staff. Parish registration forms are also included in the new parishioner packets in the bookrack in the back of church, or you can download the PDF here. Once you have filled out and returned the form to the office, you will be included on the parish membership and mailing list, and your name will be forwarded to the Catholic Moment to begin your subscription and to Noll Printing so that you will receive collection envelopes. Your name will also be given to the Welcome Committee. If you have not heard from someone on that committee within a month after registering, please call the parish office to confirm that you have been registered.
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- Monday: First Monday of the month at 8:00 am. All other Mondays at 6:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am (see bulletin for location)
- Wednesday: 12:00 pm (noon)
- Thursday: 10:00 am
- Friday: 8:00 am
- Saturday: 9:00 am
- Wednesday after 12:00 pm Mass until 5:00 pm
- First Friday 9:00 pm to 8:30 am First Saturday
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- Grades Pre-3 to 5: Sunday 9:30 am - 10:40 am
- Middle School Youth Ministry, Grades 6-8: Sunday 9:30 am - 10:40 am
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Latest phones 'could mean big year for games'
16 January 2009 — 2:21 PM
Consumers looking at the latest phones may be buoyed by comments that suggest 2009 could be a great year for games.
The Pocket Gamer website states this week there are a number of titles heading to mobiles that could prove tempting to those who have secured the newest devices.
In the piece, Fraser MacInnes suggests titles such as Brothers In Arms: Hour of Heroes show just how serious the market is for portable gaming, but adds this should not effect console users too much.
He states although there will be no "mass userbase exodus" from platforms like the Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, there are some great things to look forward to.
"With the current crop of trendy mobile gaming platforms seemingly booming it's not unreasonable to assume that the relatively cheap price of mobile games could weather 2009's credit crisis better," Mr MacInnes concludes.
Recently, the site has looked at a number of new releases such as Crayon Physics, Super Fruitfall, Retro Cave Flyer and World of Dice.
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ACTIVE TIME: 20 min
TOTAL TIME: 25 min
Bring vinegar, sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring frequently until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat.
Cook onion in a saucepan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes, then drain in a colander. Rinse under cold water and drain again. Stir onion into vinegar mixture and marinate 10 minutes.
While onion is marinating, cut peel and white pith from oranges with a sharp knife, then cut oranges crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
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I love doing tech stories. It's in my blood. But even after 30 years of working on cars, watching the Air Ride crew swap out the suspension under the little Nova was a new one for me. While it wasn't my intention to show a blow-by-blow install story, here are a few of the highlights of the changeover. I didn't get to eat much because of the work going on, but I did enjoy the fruits of our sacrifice when I experienced what a difference a little air can make.
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I love Maggie of Gussy Sews and have run into her a few times at various MN Blogger conventions – such a sweet doll. I have a few of her headbands (which I love), but haven't purchased the camera straps she makes – even though I want them. It will jazz up any camera strap!
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Scorpion Communications of Nevada, Inc. filed as a Foreign for Profit Corporation in the State of Florida and is no longer active. This corporate entity was filed approximately twelve years ago on Monday, August 18, 2003 , according to public records filed with Florida Department of State. It is important to note that this is a foreign filing. A foreign filing is when an existing corporate entity files in a state other than the one they originally filed in. This does not necessarily mean that they are from outside the United States. There are a couple of officers known to have been associated with this organization.
Kenneth Staples served as the Chairman and has interests in other corporate entities including Ssp Technical Solutions Inc located in Cape Coral, FL . Kenneth's past corporate affiliations include Scorpion Investments of Florida, Inc., Cape Coral Home Maintenance, LLC , and Scorpion Communications Inc .
John Staples was the Treasurer of Scorpion Communications of Nevada, Inc.. John's additional corporate interests include Ssp Technical Solutions Inc located in Cape Coral, FL . John's past corporate affiliations include Cape Coral Home Maintenance, LLC, Scorpion Investments of Florida, Inc. , and Scorpion Communications Inc .
Kenneth L. Staples is also the registered agent for the company. Also known as a statutory or resident agent, the registered agent is responsible for receiving legal notifications regarding court summons, lawsuits, and other legal actions involving the corporate entity.
Key roles for Scorpion Communications of Nevada, Inc.
Kenneth L. Staples
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Reunification Concert Given by Korean-Americans in New York
|Pyongyang, April 4 (KCNA) -- The Uruk Symphony Orchestra, an art group of Koreans in the United States, gave its 100th reunification concert in New York on Saturday.
The concert began with orchestral music "Song of General Kim Il Sung", immortal revolutionary hymn, and "We Pledge", fourth movement of Symphony "The Leader Is Always with Us".
It sang high praises of the exploits performed by President Kim Il Sung and leader Kim Jong Il on behalf of the times, history and national reunification.
Concerto for violin "Nostalgia", immortal masterpiece, and orchestral music "Footsteps" were highly applauded by the audience.
Solo "My Dear Motherland" and other numbers which reflected the Koreans' patriotism and desire for reunification caught the particular interest of the audience,
Among the audience were Korean residents in the U.S., members of the DPRK permanent mission at the UN, diplomatic envoys of many countries and other foreigners.
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I feel like I'm getting into smaller and smaller groups here...
I am, cautiously, not-telling-anyone-in-real-life, pregnant (I've been this pregnant once before this year).
I'm still nursing my 2 1/2 year old twins.
Has anyone else nursed toddler twins through a pregnancy? Do you have advice for me? (I wonder about nursing 3-year-olds and a newborn, but you know? I think I can wait on that one and see whether I'm still nursing at that point, too many ifs between here and there)
Congratulations and how wonderful that you are nursing twins!
Have you tried getting advice from a lactation consultant who is extended breastfeeding friendly? I think having the support of someone nearby whom you can pick up the phone and call whe you need help or advice would be the best thing. Not to say we don't have parents who've done similarly but I imagine they are in that smaller group you mention you are moving into.
I nursed my singleton during my twin pregnancy, with the full knowledge and support of my perinatologist (our boys had TTTS). My milk lasted through the first trimester, but not very long or maybe a little before the second it went away/slowed waaaaay down. (It's been awhile so I don't remember exactly at what point). It wasn't a super big deal to my toddler, she was 17 months old when they were born, so she had been nursing quite frequently but was eating some table food by the time my supply vanished. Once my milk came in from the boys she picked back up again (thank god, NO ENGORGEMENT, best thing ever is a nursing toddler). It wasn't a big deal. I did have to chase a lot of LCs away though and at that time no one in the local LLL group had much of any kind of resource to offer. (This was about 11 years ago). I think there are more resources now, but I winged it and it wasn't a big deal.
I think you just deal with problems as they come up. The TTTS wasn't a problem, but if I'd had to have had the surgery or if I had any kind of preterm labor issues or whatever probably things would have been different. So you just roll with it, shrug off whatever ignorant comments you get but keep an open mind for things to watch out for from a provider you trust, I bet it will be just fine.
I nursed a singleton during a twin pregnancy which is different I know but still 3 little people being nourished. Then I tandem nursed all 3 until the singleton turned 3 when I told her we were done nursing and the twins are still going strong at 19 months. No one around me had done it so I was alone on my journey even though I reached out to local LLL. They were supportive but had no resources. I don't now if my milk ever really went away but it did slow down when I was like 25+ weeks pregnant. Good luck on your pregnancy and I'm sorry for your previous loss. Fingers crossed all goes well for you.
Emelee married to J in 03/07. 12/10 our DD C was at 41.3 weeks, and 06/12 our fraternal DDs A and V were hospital birth at 41.1 weeks.
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So, where did the solar sector's market cap go?
Bernstein Research analyst Michael Parker on Tuesday produced an absolutely devastating report on what has become of the solar stocks. In short, they have as group become incredibly efficient at producing solar cells. And in the process, they have ripped a big hole where the industry's profitability used to be.
"Over the last five years, the solar sector has seen an order of magnitude increase in annual production combined with an order of magnitude decrease in market value," he writes. "The 12 largest solar panel makers have all increased production and lowered costs. Incentives are increasingly to either cut prices to near cash cost to increase utilization or over-invest to gain a lead over competitors. Either option destroys sector economics. In short, it's starting to look a lot like DRAM." And that's not a good thing: solar could become another industry that captures only a fraction of the value it creates, he says.
"High tech industries with rapid growth can offer tremendous returns for equity investors … if the industry divides into winners and losers," he writes. "Ideally, the winners leverage superior R&D to lower costs and improve technology while the losers exit. However, sectors with limited product and technology differentiation tend to end up competing solely on price. Consumers win; the companies – and investors – lose. We may now be seeing DRAM pivot to a profitable oligopoly. But it took three decades of miserable returns to get there. We believe the parallels between solar today and DRAM 20 years ago are striking. And there is little to suggest that the 'losers & losers' period for solar will end any time soon."
Parker notes that growth in the solar sector has outrun most forecasts, while installed costs have fallen to $1.40/watt from $7.50/watt. "Over the last four years, demand has hockey-sticked, technology has improved, new markets have opened up… but most of the major manufacturers have reduced costs and survived. Equity values have uniformly declined."
The analyst contends that reaching grid parity – where solar projects are economically viable without subsidy – will only exacerbate the problem of declining margins and value.
"Reaching a price point that supports unsubsidized solar projects turns the sector from a $25 billion market reliant on government support to a global energy sub-sector competing in a $5 trillion market. Competition will be more intense. In our view, this is great news for the environment… and terrible news for the pure-plays."
You know who is going to survive here? Parker thinks the answer is General Electric and 3M, rather than solar pure plays.
"In terms of growth and technology improvements, things have played out just like the solar CEOs predicted in 2008 … with one exception," he writes. "The unstated assumption at every fireside chat and on every earnings call in 2008 was that most companies would not turn the corner on costs once subsidies started to fall. Yet with few significant exceptions, they all have. Margins and equity returns have been hammered as a result … everybody got much better, the industry got much bigger… and the value evaporated downstream. They did it to themselves."
"The same companies are producing ever greater numbers of solar panels at lower and lower prices," he adds. "The best-in-class manufacturers are far better today than they were four years ago in terms of cost of production and quality. And so are the worst solar panel manufacturers. And – most damaging – the difference between the best and the worst has narrowed."
All of which is a nice way of saying you really don't want to own any solar stocks.


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Muscle Mustangs & Fast FordsEvents
Fun Ford Weekend 2005
Spring Flings Into Action
Winter was over, or at least that's how it seemed to the MM&FF staff.Even though we had to do some shoveling the day after we got back fromFlorida, the '05 racing season had begun, as Orlando Speedworld was hostto Fun Ford Weekend's kickoff race and, of course, our Spring BreakShootout. Overall, the racing was intense. We even got to see several'05 Mustangs in action.
The unofficial MM&FF kickoff party at the Hooters of Waterford Lakes inOrlando was an absolute blast once again, with numerous Mustang fanaticsmaking their marks on the property. A top-notch serving staff welcomedus hooligans with open arms, and we can't wait to go back.
In the Mr. Gasket Pro category, Tom Jacobs of Rapid City, Michigan,brought out his 600ci '67 Mustang fastback to battle the late-modelmuscle that presently permeates the class. Speaking of late-models, BritFloyd debuted a new '04 Mustang sporting a 400ci, Yates-headed,Precision 101mm turbocharged powerplant. The Marsh Motorsports Mustanghad just come from a victory out west in the PSCA organization, andChuck Simons made the most of last year's powerplant in Orlando whilehis new BES-built bullet is receiving the finishing touches for thisseason.
ProCharger Street Outlaw saw the return of Jim and Vic Keen with a newride, while others, like Mike Calvert, chose alternate methods ofscoring some points. Calvert qualified and went out in the first roundin S/O using an '04 Saleen Mustang. Also looking to scoop up some pointswas Tim Lynch, who brought out a customer's brand-new ride and went7.30s off the trailer.
The naturally aspirated Edelbock Street Bandit class saw Matt Jones atthe helm of his new ride, which used to be future S/O pilot CaleAronson's Skinny Kid-built missile. Third in points last year, Rod Houckran what will be his last Street Bandit race for a while, as he haslined up a Pro Mod ride for the near future.
BFGoodrich Drag Radial racer Mike Dees had to run Street Outlaw becausehe is not legal for Fun Ford Drag Radial anymore. He put twinturbochargers on the car and plans to run Outlaw Drag Radial classes.
Ford Racing's Open Comp inaugural event in Fun Ford turned out animpressive number of competitors as did the JDM Tough Truck andSteeda/Hyland Mod Motor classes. Speaking of which, we found Outlawracer Chip Havemann with a Modular entry driven by Gary Youngblood. Asit turns out, Havemann sold his S/O car to try out the no-pushrodracing, but has since purchased another Outlaw car to jump back into theheads-up game later this year.
In the SCT Street Stang class, the contingent was made up of a number ofwringers who have the 12.50 index dialed in. It's going to be a toughclass this year for sure. The JBA Headers Focus Frenzy was missing its'04 championship runner-up, Brandey Burd, who we've heard is off atcollege, but champion Owen Spry was right back at it.
On Track
Saturday came unglued when David Hance's New York Motor-sports Pro entrygot loose in qualifying. When the Mustang regained traction, it veeredquickly to the right and rode up and on top of the guardrail beforespinning around and ricocheting across the track two more times. Hancewas unhurt, but the damage to his Mustang was critical.
That evening, after the sun had set, Borla Street Renegade qualifyinghad Crede Young lined up with Ronnie Wilson. At the top end, Young's carmade a hard right turn past the lights, and from the starting line therewere taillights going in all directions. As it turned out, both Mustangracers displayed some creative car control to avoid each other, thoughYoung's car mashed the wheelie bars into the guardrail. Thankfully thebars were repaired with help from a vendor in the swap meet.
Sunday had its share of drama as well, with Lance Styck flipping hisOutlaw ride at the top end. The parachutes failed to open and the carbegan to hop as Styck tried to slow the car. When it encountered adepression on the edge of the track, the Pony rolled over. Styck wasunhurt, but his beautiful blue Outlaw ride will need some work.


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Bighorn National Forest employee honored by USFS
Date posted: April 18, 2013
SHERIDAN — Susan Douglas of the Bighorn National Forest was one of three National Forest employees who received the Regional Forester's Special Recognition award for their efforts to honor the 75th anniversary of the Blackwater Fire.
The 1937 wildfire caused 15 deaths and is recognized with a firefighter memorial and trail located 38 miles west of Cody.
Kristie Salzmann and Jason Brey of the Shoshone National Forest were the other recipients of the award.
According to a press release, the three were recognized for their work in planning and implementing events around the 75th anniversary of the fire. The recipients developed interpretive materials, conducted a memorial hike and picnic and planned a memorial ceremony.
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Dear friends and followers of Social Media Cologne, if you are interested in or even perhaps work with social media, we wholeheartedly recommend Brian Solis'(@briansolis) book "Engage" with the subtitle "The Complete Guide for Brands and Businesses to Build, Cultivate, and Measure Success in the New Web". We also recommend subscribing to his blog for valuable insights.
From Brian Solis' website about the book:
With Engage! as your guide, you can effectively compete in this new era of digital Darwinism while engendering the support of online champions. Social and participatory media significantly contribute to the success of every modern business, and with this book, you will find out how to:
- Create a space in the online ecosystem that truly represents your business and cultivates your customers' loyalty and trust
- Participate in the unique culture of each available social media platform to engage your customers
- Establish an organizational structure that constantly targets the next new media trend
- Attract online champions and change agents who will uncover the social networks you need to reach and the influencers who will help build your reputation in the networked world
- Consistently adapt your company to market needs and trends based on the invaluable connections you forge and the empathy and insight you garner in the process
Brian Solis talking about the book:
A presentation on Engage by Brian Solis on Prezi: