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Expressing one's love to another is a celebrated custom on Valentine's Day; whereby sweethearts and family members present gifts to one another, such as cards, candy, flowers and other symbols of affection. Opinions differ as to who was the original Valentine, but the most popular theory is that he was a clergyman who was executed for secretly marrying couples in ancient Rome. In A.D. 496, Pope Gelasius I declared Feb. 14 as Valentine Day. Esther Howland, a native of Massachusetts, is given credit for selling the first mass-produced valentine cards in the 1840s. The spirit continues today with even young children exchanging valentine's cards with their fellow classmates.
Number of U.S. manufacturing establishments that produced chocolate and cocoa products in 2009, employing 34,252 people. California led the nation in the number of chocolate and cocoa manufacturing establishments, with 135, followed by Pennsylvania, with 111.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns: 2009, NAICS code (31132) and (31133), <https://www.census.gov/econ/cbp/>
Number of U.S. establishments that manufactured nonchocolate confectionary products in 2009. These establishments employed 16,974 people. California led the nation in this category, with 45 establishments.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns: 2009, NAICS code (31134)
Total value of shipments in 2009 for firms producing chocolate and cocoa products. Nonchocolate confectionery product manufacturing, meanwhile, was a $7.4 billion industry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2009 Annual Survey of Manufactures
Number of confectionery and nut stores in the United States in 2009.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns, NAICS code (445292), <http://censtats.census.gov/cgi-bin/cbpnaic/cbpdetl.pl>
Per capita consumption of candy by Americans in 2010.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Current Industrial Reports, Confectionery: 2010
The combined wholesale value of domestically produced cut flowers in 2010 for all flower-producing operations with $100,000 or more in sales. Among states, California was the leading producer, alone accounting for more than three-quarters of this amount ($286 million).
Source: USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service
<http://usda.mannlib.cornell.edu/MannUsda/viewDocumentInfo.do?documentID=1072>, <http://usda01.library.cornell.edu/usda/current/FlorCrop/FlorCrop-04-21-2011_new_format.pdf>
The combined wholesale value of domestically produced cut roses in 2010 for all operations with $100,000 or more in sales.
Source: USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service
<http://usda.mannlib.cornell.edu/MannUsda/viewDocumentInfo.do?documentID=1072>, <http://usda01.library.cornell.edu/usda/current/FlorCrop/FlorCrop-04-21-2011_new_format.pdf>
The number of florists nationwide in 2009. These businesses employed 75,855 people.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns, NAICS code (453110)
Number of jewelry stores in the United States in 2009. Jewelry stores offer engagement, wedding and other rings to couples of all ages. In February 2011, these stores sold $2.27 billion in merchandise.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns, NAICS code (448310),
<http://censtats.census.gov/cgi-bin/cbpnaic/cbpdetl.pl> and Monthly Retail Trade and Food Services <https://www.census.gov/retail>
The merchandise at these locations could well have been produced at one of the nation's 1,547 jewelry manufacturing establishments.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns, NAICS code (339911), <http://censtats.census.gov/cgi-bin/cbpnaic/cbpdetl.pl>
The number of marriages that took place in the United States in 2009. That breaks down to nearly 5,800 a day.
Source: National Center for Health Statistics,
<http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/nvsr.htm>, <http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr58/nvsr58_25.htm#tableA>
The number of marriages performed in Nevada during 2009. So many couples tie the knot in the Silver State that it ranked fifth nationally in marriages, even though its total population that year among states was 35th. (California ranked first in marriages.)
Source: National Center for Health Statistics,
<http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/nvsr.htm>, <http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nvsr/nvsr58/nvsr58_25.htm#tableA> and population estimates, <https://www.census.gov/popest/>
Median age at first marriage in 2011 for men and women, respectively.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Families and Living Arrangements: 2011, <https://www.census.gov/population/socdemo/hh-fam/ms2.xls>, Table MS-2
The overall percentage of adults who reported being married.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Families and Living Arrangements: 2011, <https://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/hh-fam/cps2011.html> Table A1
Percentage of people 15 and older in 2011 who had been married at some point in their lives — either currently or formerly.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Families and Living Arrangements: 2011, <https://www.census.gov/population/www/socdemo/hh-fam/cps2011.html> Table A1
Among women who married for the first time between 1990 and 1994, the percentage who marked their 10th anniversary. This compares with 83 percent of women who married for the first time between 1960 and 1964.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Number, Timing, and Duration of Marriages and Divorces: 2009, <https://www.census.gov/prod/2011pubs/p70-125.pdf>, Table 4
As of 2009, the percentage of currently married women who had been married for at least 50 years. A little more than half of currently married women had been married for at least 15 years.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Number, Timing, and Duration of Marriages and Divorces: 2009 <https://www.census.gov/prod/2011pubs/p70-125.pdf>, Table 9
The number of dating service establishments nationwide as of 2007. These establishments, which include Internet dating services, employed 3,125 people and pulled in $928 million in revenue.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2007 Economic Census
Romantic-sounding places to spend Valentine's Day:
|Rose City, Texas
|Rose City, Mich.
|South Heart, N.D.
|Loveland, Colo.
|Darling, Minn.
|Loveland, Ohio
|Romeo, Colo.
|Sacred Heart, Minn.
|Loveland Park, Ohio
|Lovejoy, Ga.
|Heart Butte, Mont.
|Love County, Okla.
|Loves Park, Ill.
|Valentine, Neb.
|Loveland, Okla.
|Lovington, Ill.
|Lovelock, Nev.
|Lovelady, Texas
|Romeoville, Ill.
|Loving, N.M.
|Loving County, Texas
|Rosemont, Ill.
|Lovington, N.M.
|Valentine, Texas
|Romeo, Mich.
|Love Valley, N.C.
|Rose Hill Acres, Texas
|Rosemont, Md.
Percentage of people married twice as of 2010. Five percent have married three or more times. By comparison, 75 percent of people who have ever been married have made only one trip down the aisle.
Source: 2010 American Community Survey
Median length, in years, of first marriages that ended in divorce.
Source: Number, Timing, and Duration of Marriages and Divorces: 2009
<https://www.census.gov/prod/2011pubs/p70-125.pdf>, Table 8
The median time in years between divorce and a second marriage for men and women, respectively.
Source: Number, Timing, and Duration of Marriages and Divorces: 2009
<https://www.census.gov/prod/2011pubs/p70-125.pdf>, Table 8
Among people 15 and older in 2009, the percentage of men and women, respectively, who had married twice and were still married.
Source for the data in this section, unless otherwise noted: Number, Timing, and Duration of Marriages and Divorces: 2009
<https://www.census.gov/prod/2011pubs/p70-125.pdf>, Table 8
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What Is A Cochlear Implant? Cochlear Implantation: • Very different from a hearing aid Bilateral, Bimodal, Asymmetric, Hybrid – Whereas a hearing aid simply amplifies sound, a cochlear implant bypasses the outer hair cells of the cochlea and directly stimulates the auditory Presenter: Sarah King, Au.D., CCC-A nerve Midwest Ear Institute 4200 Pennsylvania Ave. Kansas City, MO 64111 816/932-1660 www.mei-kc.org Cochlear Implant Devices Cochlear Implant Devices Currently Available in the U.S. Currently Available in the U.S. Advanced Bionics Corp. HiRes/90K Med-El Corp. Sonata "Bionic Ear" - Opus 2 modular speech processor - Harmony "ear level" or Platinum "body - Rechargeable and disposable batteries worn" speech processor - Remote control - Rechargeable batteries Cochlear Implant Devices Current Candidacy Guidelines - Currently Available in the U.S. Adults Cochlear Americas Nucleus 5 • Moderate to profound SNHL - N5 "ear level" or "lite wear" speech processor • <50% sentence scores in ear to be - Rechargeable and disposable batteries implanted - Remote control • <60% sentence scores in opposite ear • Lack of benefit from hearing aids Current Candidacy Guidelines - Children Candidacy Changes • Sentence test changes • >12 months of age – HINT sentences vs. AZ Bio sentences • <30% speech scores • Monosyllabic Word Test • Lack of auditory progress Other Candidacy Considerations Predicting Performance • CT-scan or MRI showing no contraindications to electrode placement • Age at onset in the cochlea – Pre-lingual – Post-lingual • Medical exam showing no • Duration of deafness contraindications to surgery • Hearing Aid Use • Appropriate expectations and high • Age at Implantation motivation Outcomes Outcomes in Children • Open Set Sentences - HINTQ >80% • Different expectations based on speech/language development • Open Set Words - CNC >50% • Age at implantation makes a difference • Ability to use telephone • Auditory rehabilitation/education critical • Enhanced lip reading What about bilateral candidacy? Binaural Advantages • Hearing with 2 ears is better than with 1 • Handicap of unilateral hearing loss well • Summation documented • Head Shadow • Sound Localization • Extensive support in hearing aid literature • Hearing in Noise • Now unequivocal evidence of advantage in cochlear implant recipients Summation Head Shadow Effect • Most robust • Benefit of signal presentation to both bilateral effect ears as opposed to either ear alone • Reduction is • Effect of central processing almost • Perceived sound is louder than same immediately signal perceived in one ear noted after • 3dB gain bilateral CI Sound Localization Hearing in Noise • Up to 30 degree improvement in sound localization • Marked improvement with bilateral CI • Best users can • 22% advantage when listening to localize to speech in noise <5degrees • 3 dB SNR improvement • Normal hearing - <2degrees Cost Effectiveness Current Clinical Trials for Non- Traditional Cochlear Implant • Quality Adjusted Life Year [QALY] Candidates – Dialysis = $61,294/QALY • Cochlear Implants in Adults with – Knee replacement = $59,000/QALY Asymmetric Hearing Loss • Unilateral implant = $9,000- • Nucleus Hybrid L24 (electro-acoustic 11,000/QALY stimulation) • Bilateral implants = $24,859/QALY Cochlear Implants in Adults with Candidacy Criteria for Asymmetric Asymmetric Hearing Loss Study • Designed for patients with asymmetric hearing loss who are effectively functioning • 18 years of age or older with one ear, but may be missing benefits of • Poorer ear (implant ear): severe to profound binaural hearing (localization, hearing in sensorineural hearing loss, meets current CI noise, quality) candidacy criteria • Does crossover from the "good" ear help • Better ear: sensorineural hearing loss with 4- frequency PTA >= 40 dB HL, but not reaching keep the poorer ear functioning for an severe to profound range implant? – Does not meet current CI candidacy criteria • Subjects are a traditional implant candidate – Documented stable hearing thresholds for at in one ear, but not in the "good" ear (i.e. speech recognition better than 60%) least one year – Uses appropriately fit hearing aid Asymmetric Study Requirements Patient Example • 77 year old male • Study evaluation testing (~4 hours each • Aided speech understanding left: CNC words 0%, visit) at pre-op, initial activation, 1 HINT sentences 0% with masking month, 3 month, 6 month, 9 month, and 12 months • Questionnaires at each study visit • Travel to Washington University in St. Louis for 1 test session Patient Example Hybrid Cochlear Implants • Surgery – Complication • Post Op – After only 2 weeks, patient reported he could localize sound source – At 1 month, 85% on HINTs with CI only – Bimodal improvements on all tests • 3 months post Hybrid Cochlear Implantation The best of both? • Help hearing aid • Acoustic Hearing in Low Frequencies patients who are not quite cochlear – Music, melody, tone implant • Cochlear Implant in High Frequencies candidates – Speech discrimination • Expand the criteria of current implant HEARING AID CI Principles of Hybrid CI Cochlear Hybrid L24 • Current FDA Study • Hearing preservation • 16mm electrode • Reduce surgical trauma • 22 contacts • Stimulation with combined modalities • Same surgical approach • Electrode Design – Thinner, shorter, flexible Nucleus Hybrid L24 Hybrid™ Candidacy • Candidates typically present with stable • Expansion of ongoing study beginning in 2003 mild to moderate hearing loss in the low frequencies (up to 500 Hz) threshold < 60 • Designed for ski-slope hearing losses, where dB and severe to profound hearing loss in the mid and/or high frequencies (above traditional hearing aids provide no benefit to 1500 Hz). speech understanding • Audiometric thresholds for the ear to be • Electrode only partially inserted for high implanted should fall within the shaded area indicated. frequencies, patient hears lower pitches acoustically • Aided monosyllabic word scores between • First Hybrid devices were 10 mm, 6 10% and 60% in ear to be implanted electrodes, now 15 mm, 22 electrodes • Aided word scores equal to or better than ear to be implanted, but no more than 80% *NOT FDA APPROVED, CLINICAL TRIALS ONGOING Exclusion Criteria for Hybrid CI Hybrid L24 Study Requirements • Duration of severe-to-profound hearing • Study evaluation testing (4-6 hours each loss greater than 30 years visit) at pre-op, initial activation, 3 • Congenital hearing loss months, 6 months, and 12 months • Conductive hearing loss • Questionnaires at each study visit • Auditory neuropathy • Ossification or any other cochlear anomaly that might prevent electrode insertion. Patient Example Patient Example • 69 y/o male, stable • 3 months post hearing loss – CNC's: • Fit with Widex • Ipsilateral Acoustic: 46% Audibility Extender • Implant Alone: 80% • CNC: 52% aided • Hybrid Mode: 92% right, 44% aided left • Combined Mode: 94% • AzBio +5 SNR – AZ Bio +5 SNR: • Combined: 75% • 6 months post Cochlear Implant Summary Thank you! • Cochlear Implants provide safe, effective auditory (re)habilitation to adult and pediatric patients with severe-profound Questions? SNHL Comments? • Bilateral Implantation provides greater benefit than unilateral implantation Sarah King, Au.D., CCC-A • Indications have increased along with performance
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Hochul made her opposition to the budget that Republicans pushed through the House -- a proposal backed by Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., that would make changes to the Medicare program -- a centerpiece of her special-election victory last year. But the poll shows respondents split evenly on which candidate they trusted on Medicare even as the issue gains prominence with Ryan's emergence as vice presidential nominee, 43 percent for Hochul and 43 percent for Collins. Overall, the poll shows both candidates' negatives rising as the campaign enters the final month. Forty-seven percent of voters have a favorable opinion of Hochul, down from 52 percent in August. Her unfavorable rating has ticked up, from 33 percent in August, to 39 percent now. Collins has seen a similar decline in his numbers. While the percentage of voters who view him favorably is roughly the same now (46 percent) as it was in August (48 percent), the percent viewing him unfavorably rose to 40 percent, from 33 percent in the previous poll. The poll was conducted Oct. 1-4, surveying 633 likely voters. The margin of error is plus-or-minus 3.9 percentage points. The poll was the top story in Sunday's editions of the Buffalo News.
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I used to have a lean and toned body. I was part of a dance group back in High School and College. Because people associate me as "that girl with the long black hair, dancer", I decided to stop dancing after I graduated College. Now, I'm paying for it. I have never been active after those years. As we age, our metabolism is not the same as it was. It also doesn't help that I used to work in a stressful environment and I live a very sedentary lifestyle. Well, save for the window-shopping exercise I get at shopping malls.
First, I want to say that we should all love the body and shape that we are in.
I do not consider myself as overweight. I have calculated my BMI base on my age and height; this weight I am in is normal but close to being overweight as an adult. Although it says it's normal, I am not happy with the way clothes fit me and how I look on pictures. I have never been "chuby cheeks"!
I decided to try the Nestle Fitnesse 14 Day Program and I will tell you now that I will surely fail. I am never disciplined enough to stick to a healthy routine or diet. But, I will still try.
Who wants to do this with me?
Nestle Fitnesse 14 Day Program is replacing 2 meals a day with a bowl of the Nestle Fitnesse cereal.
An Example Meal Plan:
Breakfast: 30 g bowl of Nestle Fitnesse with 125 ml skimmed milk, one piece of fruit, and 1 cup of tea or coffee.
Lunch: Balanced meal with vegetables, meat or fish or eggs, bread, dairy products.
Dinner: 30 g bowl of Nestle Fitnesse with 125 ml skimmed milk, vegetables or low fat yoghurt.
Let this summer be our sexiest yet! Have you tried this program before? Did it work for you? Let me know in the comments below.


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Community Question: Pulling Son to Homeschool Mid-Year
Community Question is a category inspired by you. Here and there readers write in with questions that are better served by the varied, experiential knowledge of those who read and contribute in the comments.
The following question is from Becky M.
"Has anyone pulled their child out of the public school system mid-year to homeschool? My 15 year old son has been disillusioned by 'school' for two years now and I am the one who has held us back from homeschooling him. Why? I never thought I would be a homeschool mom.
However, after reading the posts here for a while I realize that homeschooling can 'look' however our family needs it to look. My concern is more about how other kids his age have handled it emotionally and socially (he is used to being around his friends all day) and how it affected the family as a whole. He's a good kid, but he's also 15, so we already have a few issues with toeing the line, asserting independence in less-than-respectful ways at time, etc…"
Have you pulled out your children mid-year to homeschool? If so, can you offer Becky any encouragement or insight from your family's experience?
109 Comments and 24 Replies
Cheryl C. On Monday, December 31 at 4:56 pm
I started my son homeschooling starting in Grade 3, but I wish I had intervened the previous year once I knew that my son was in trouble. I could have saved him quite a bit of suffering. Your son's social life shouldn't suffer if he has good friends. And really, when he is working on school work, socializing will necessarily happen in his free time as it should anyway.
deila On Tuesday, January 1 at 12:21 am
Jump in, and pull him out. I did the same for my 10th grader, about november of the school year. He now has a bachelors degree and is married with a good career. Check out the local college for a course that interests him, be creative, and just know that breaking the old familiar rules that tell you public school is the answer and the teacher knows best — is not always best for your son or you. Good luck. My homeschooled kids were never happier once we made the leap. There is a peace and calm that you will both experience.
Lena D. On Tuesday, January 1 at 5:40 pm
We pulled our 15 and 12 year old from Mid-school year, just last year. They were both in a very academically challenging charter school doing fine but both were unhappy for different reasons. We pulled them both and worked out a relaxed curriculum for the remainder of the year. Our routine was mostly based on the Charlottte Mason method, which included a lot of first person book reading. That covered our History and English. (Book reports included.) Then we continued on with their Algebra books. We also did some hands on projects to finish out the science for the year. We also included Bible reading and art/poetry time. School started at 8 am and ended around 12 noon.
The change of routine was an adjustment and honestly, a time of decompression was good for all. (Wow! The pressure on us parents to be perfect…..that went away after a few months.) In the REALLY big picture, how much does your child learn in an average year. Relaxing for a 5 month period and covering just the basics (Math, English, Science, History) and focusing on other family projects might just help your situation.
We started out this school year with a set school routine and both were ready to start, along with their 11 year old sibling!
Christine S. On Tuesday, January 1 at 6:41 pm
Pull him out! You can work together to figure out any challenging areas. I was not confident enough to pull my daughter out of high school and I still regret it. Do not give yourself any reason to live with this type of regret! You can do it.
Angela On Wednesday, January 2 at 12:46 pm
Actually, I just removed my son from public school enrollment today! And I just spent a good amount of time reading through a ton of these comments – you all are so helpful and I've learned a ton just in the last 30 minutes of reading through all your thoughtful replies. I'm both excited and nervous to pull him out of the 8th grade mid-year. Mostly excited This is our first exposure to homeschooling, and I truly think it is the best thing for our son.
Liz (a different one!) On Wednesday, January 2 at 4:28 pm
I recently talked to a friend whose grandson is enrolled in the OK Virtual High School. It does not cost anything for the parents.
He loves it and he can spend the right amount of time "working at school" as well as spending time with music as well as sports. I think he spends a full day each week with music and then he is quite active in a local sailing program.
So check what is available in your state – there may be a program that works with younger children.
K S On Monday, January 7 at 8:50 pm
There is a definitely age difference we are talking about as my son was in first grade when we decided to homeschool. However, I think there are several principles that may be an encouragement to you as you make your decision. He did miss his friends. It definitely takes effort on the parent's part to make the time for him to get together with friends. This year we have been doing science experiments with another family and then the kids get to hang out after that. (He's in fifth grade now). We make time for extra curricular activities with other kids.
You mentioned issues "toeing the line". I think it may actually strengthen your relationship as you will be spending more time together. It gives you time to discuss important things that you don't have when the day is packed full because of being in school all day long.
Finally, the half year might be a challenge. Don't give up. There are a lot of changes for both of you and it will take patience and open communication. My husband has been such an encouragement on rough days when I'm ready to give up. Step back and look at the overall benefits, not the closeup of a rough day.
Good luck with whatever you decide!
Jennifer On Tuesday, January 8 at 9:44 pm
I pulled one child out mid 5th grade. It really worked out well. Going from one school or type of schooling to another requires a little bit of a transition period. We got the transition over with during the second semester and moved on for sixth grade with a feeling that he had moved on to homeschooling. I'd never suggest waiting. What good will it do? There's only precious months left to do all the things you WILL discover while homeschooling. Don't waste a minute of that time.
Clarissa On Monday, January 14 at 11:00 am
Hi Wonderful Mom,
I am just like the woman in the article! We just pulled our 14 yr old freshman son out (THANK GOD!) of HS and we are beyond thrilled! I have a ton of websites and info I am investigating to create learning for him but….. I need some help! Here is my hurdle. I need to make transcripts and grading for my records (have no clue) and my greatest concern is making sure he is learning what he needs to complete and pass the SAT. He does not know what he wants to do after HS but I just want to be sure he is properly prepared for the future, as all Moms are. I just feel scattered all over the place as to what he is doing. I am a very organized, neat person and feel out of sorts right now with being set in his studies. we just moved to Nevada and I have been pulling resources from the library and bookstore and on line for learning as my husband and I have limited income so we are trying to research for all options. I wish there was a place I could go to and enter 9th grade biology and have a curriculum for it and so forth. Did that make sense? I know that even though it is 9th grade and all kids vary how they learn and how quickly, I was just looking for a base of what he should be learning for his grade/age and then I could tweek it to his specific needs. Did that make sense? LOL I would love and appreciate any feedback from all you Moms who know much more than I about all of this. I know my record keeping is important as well for his college so if anybody has a link for such a thing, that would be great. Thanks for all your help and comments here, it really is so helpful for us newbies!


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Monthly Archive for February, 2009
Recipe for Senegalese soup?
A reader writes A few weeks ago, I had an absolutely fantastic Senegalese soup at, of all places, the cafe at MassMOCA. I have searched online and have not found any recipes that would seem to approximate the soup I had, which had a delicious balance of peanut and tomato, along with shredded chicken and, of […] [Read More]
London restaurant allowing customers to pay what they want
So far, folks seem to be leaving just a little less than the food would have cost them a few weeks back, when the menu had prices listed. The owners says he's enjoying the experiment. [Read More]
Sunday brunch in Schodack or nearby?
A reader writes: One of my coworkers is looking for a nice Sunday brunch to take her mother, must be wheelchair accessible. The mother lives in the Schodack area. Any suggestions? Hmmm. I would have suggested Chez Mike in East Greenbush, but a few months back the restaurant switched from brunch to dinner only on Sundays. […] [Read More]
Recommendations for Au Pied de Cochon?
A regular reader and commenter writes: I will be visiting Au Pied de Cochon in Montreal next month and was wondering if you or readers ever been? From my understanding portions are huge and I am looking for suggestions on must try items. I was there a few years back. Decadent evening. Surveying the menu, I'd choose […] [Read More]
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Make étouffée for Mardi Gras
Recipe and photo courtesy the Culinary Institute of America. Crawfish Étouffée Makes 5 servings 3 tablespoons bacon fat or canola oil 1 1/2 cups minced onions 1 cup minced celery 3/4 cup minced green bell pepper 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon mild paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or […] [Read More]
'Hell's Kitchen' update
An update on last night's episode of "Hell's Kitchen," featuring local competitor J Maxwell, is after the jump. [Read More]
Anyone know of a restaurant Oscar party?
A reader writes: Some friends and I don't have good TVs and wanted to watch the Academy Awards in Sunday night on a big TV at a bar or restaurant. Do you know about Oscar parties? I've not been informed of any, but I imagine the staff at Jillian's in Albany would be willing to […] [Read More]
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Anti-Valentines Inspirations
The goal is this, for those of us who are single and wish to drown our miseries in a pan or bowl of something amazingly chocolate, what would you recommend. I'm thinking of something so good you'd rather not share, like matzo crack, but I also want it to be something I've never made before (a new recipe, but a whole new food would also be good). A current contender is the browned butter brownies from Bon Appetite. The criteria---chocolate, not romantic (ie small or requiring elaborate garnish), eat the whole pan worthy.
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Circle K serial beer run suspects Keara Quijada and Jeffrey Webb arrested in Phoenix
PHOENIX - Two serial beer run suspects were arrested after an ongoing investigation with Phoenix Police and Circle K Corporate Loss Prevention.
Officers were able to connect the suspects to the crimes at Circle K stores in south Phoenix through video and photo evidence that helped identify them and their vehicle, a white Crown Victoria.
The officers connected the suspects to over 40 beer runs during which they would steal between four and six 30-packs of beer each time.
According to police, 30-year-old Keara Quijada and 43-year-old Jeffrey Webb were arrested Wednesday after again stealing beer from a Circle K location at 2708 W. Buckeye Rd.
They were observed with five 30-packs of beer that officers verified were not paid for before they exited the store, according to police.
The officers followed them towards their home near 16th Street and Roeser Road, where police later discovered they were also selling the beer.
After leaving the home, police conducted a traffic stop and took the suspects into custody.
A search warrant was served on the home where police found 26 cases of beer.
Quijada and Webb are facing charges of organized retail crime and several other related felonies.


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CARSTAR Automotive Canada Inc. has announced Kingston Ontario's Limestone Auto Body has joined the CARSTAR network. The shop will now operate as CARSTAR Kingston (Limestone).
Owner Jason Taylor says, "After 41 years of successful business operating as Limestone Auto Body, we decided that the benefits of becoming a CARSTAR franchise partner will enhance our business and match our objectives perfectly. CARSTAR has been a successful and established brand in Kingston for many years, so when this opportunity arose, we wanted to be part of it."
Taylor, who is also the dealer principal at his namesake Taylor Auto Mall, one of Kingston's largest car dealerships, says that CARSTAR's brand recognition, training and operating systems, and strong commitment to its insurance partners made the choice to join CARSTAR an easy one.
"We have been in the community for many years," adds Taylor, "and our commitment to our customers and the insurance industry will only be enhanced by this partnership."
CARSTAR COO Michael Macaluso says, "Jason's values and aspirations, and those of his managers Ted and Jeff, are an exact match to what we look for in a franchise partner and we couldn't be happier that Jason and his team are becoming a part of the CARSTAR family. Like CARSTAR, the Taylor family and their employees are active in their community and have a long history of supporting worthy causes such as the Salvation Army, Easter Seals, and Breast Cancer Action Kingston."
CARSTAR Kingston (Limestone) will have a staff of 13 and will be managed by Ted Maloney, while Jeff Noseworthy will act as General Manager of the 12000 sq.ft. facility.
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9 Things U.S. Team Fans Will Miss After Their World Cup Exit
Belgium defeated the U.S. 2-1 in full time and deflated the American hype and furor around our new favorite sport-of-the-moment. Although we won't see the USMNT contend for the title, good times and camaraderie were had by all.
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Since being appointed as Phil Brown's successor in January, Westley's reign has been dominated by controversial flashpoints, culminating in his accusation live on television in the aftermath of last month's 2-0 defeat at Sheffield Wednesday that his own players leaked selection and tactical information to the opposition.
The Lilywhites are unbeaten in four games since the Hillsborough debacle, but the former Stevenage boss has returned to the offensive, claiming he has been forced to tolerate "mediocre standards" and "nonsense".
"It's been probably the most frustrating period of my entire managerial career," he told BBC Radio Lancashire. "I've never been used to winning so few games and I've never had to show so much compromise with a squad in my life.
"If I hadn't been as tolerant as I've been, our results wouldn't have gone in the slightly positive direction they've gone in. If they'd have seen the real me, we probably would have had a big fall-out and there could have been a real problem at the club. I've had to tread carefully around some of the most mediocre standards I've ever seen in my life.
"Those days are going to be behind us. We're going to be able to wipe the slate clean and do things in a professional, disciplined, organised, together and winning way.
"The nonsense will stop and I can't wait for it to stop because it's been a very difficult period. People don't know the half of it. If they did, I'm sure a few eyes would pop out of their heads."


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Kemp's ridley nests break record with 200 found so far
PADRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE - It is rare for seashore visitors to find a hatching sea turtle nest.
Not only did a group on Sunday beat trained turtle patrol workers to the location, this group had the privilege of finding the 200th recorded Kemp's ridley nest on the Texas's coast this year, said Donna Shaver, chief of sea turtle science and recovery at Padre Island National Seashore
It tops last year's 199 nests as the highest number of Kemp's ridley nests since record keeping began in the early 1980s.
And there may be more on the way, Shaver said, noting windy conditions later this week will be favorable for nesting. Nesting season typically extends through early July and sometimes as late as early August.
A turtle patrol worker in April spotted tracks in the area where the 200th nest was found, but couldn't find the nest, Shaver said. The area had been marked and patrols have been monitoring it. But the visitors were the first to spot the nest and mark the location so biologists later were able to identify it as a Kemp's ridley nest, by the shells and a baby turtle that didn't escape the buried nest.
In a 1947 amateur video, an estimated 40,000 Kemp's ridley nested in one day. But the presence of the egg collectors who shot the video, also are the human element blamed for the sharp decline soon after, Shaver said.
By the 1980s, only 700 Kemp's ridley nests were reported worldwide.
The 2012 record shows the success of conservation efforts, Shaver said.
"It was a species largely impacted by human contact," she said. "Mankind has the ability to work hard and coordinate effort and we have been able to see progress bringing back an endangered species."
On Sunday night, Tony Amos, director of the Animal Rehabilitation Keep, measured the 87th sea turtle brought into the Keep this year.
"It was one of the little hatchlings that didn't make it out to sea," he said.
Similar protection and rehabilitation efforts also contribute to the way the species continues to thrive.
Amos, who also oversees turtle patrols on Mustang and San Jose islands, said the Kemp's ridley's success is important because they came so close to extinction, he said.
"There are only seven species of sea turtle world wide, of which the Gulf has five," Amos said.
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Choosing the right A-level subjects
There are over 40 subjects examined at A level, and even though it's unlikely that your sixth form offers that many, you should still have a lot of choice. A-level subjects range from ones you've probably already met at GCSE to ones which sound interesting but which you may not know much about. Choosing the right combination can feel really tough, but if you are methodical, take your time, and ask lots of questions you will find the A-level subjects which are right for you.
The three sections which follow describe how to approach the business of finding the right subject combination. Our site page 'FAQs about A-level choice' deals with the questions students most often ask, from basics such as 'What are AS and A2 exams?', 'Are A levels changing?' to tricky questions such as 'Are some subjects better for university entrance?' and 'I can't take the subject mix I want. What should I do?'
Students starting A level in September 2015 will find that A levels are changing. Students starting in 2014 will not be affected by changes in exams. For information about the 2015 changes look at our advice article 'the exams revolution is coming'.
Key things to bear in mind when choosing A-level subjects
Here are the three principles which should guide your choice:
Choose subjects you will enjoy;
If you do not enjoy studying a subject (most of the time at least), it is demoralising and difficult to do well. In the sixth-form you want to be stimulated, not bored, and if you enjoy the work you will probably get a good grade in the exam, though the opposite isn't always true.
In thinking about whether you will enjoy a subject you should consider two things: the content of the subject and the skills it requires. You should have a real interest in the content - the things that you learn about - but you should also be confident that you have or can develop the skills that the subject requires. Each subject involves a different mixture of activities. One subject might require a lot of learning detail, another might require a lot of independent reading, some subjects involve a lot of essay writing, others a lot of creativity. Each of these activities requires skills you may or may not enjoy. The way a subject is assessed might also be important to you, particularly if assessment involves a lot of project work.
Beware of taking a subject just because 'it sounds interesting'. Check it out carefully. Finding out more about a subject is essential if you haven't studied it before, but it is also important to review subjects you are familiar with - they are likely to change significantly as you move from GCSE to A level.
Maths and languages are examples of subjects where there's a real jump in difficulty (and interest too!) when you move into the sixth form, so if you're thinking of A levels in these subjects it's important to talk it through with teachers who know you.
Choose subjects which will fit in with your career plans
If you have clear ideas about what you want to study at university, you should check whether your plans require specific subjects. The third section of this article shows A-level requirements for some popular degree courses and you can find lots of detail on the UCAS website.
Your school should be able to provide careers advice and testing if you need to clarify your long-term plans before choosing A-level subjects, but don't feel you have to nail that down before choosing A levels. Keeping options open is a good idea but check that your A-level choices don't rule out degrees you're interested in. You will find that there are many degree subjects which you can apply to with any A-level combination.
Don't take a subject you find really tough just because it is needed for a particular career. Unless you have good reason to believe that subject will be easier for you at the higher sixth-form level (and your teachers confirm this) it's better to rethink your choice of career.
Take time to find out all you need to know
You will need the time to think carefully about your interests and skills, and about possible directions after A levels. You then need to match these ideas up to the A-level subjects on offer, which will involve finding out more about them. Time to do the thinking and time to talk to people, and time to change your mind if necessary, are all important
While other people might have good advice and opinions worth considering carefully, this is your choice: you are the person who will be doing the work, and it's your future that A levels help decide. Take advice seriously but don't just take a subject because someone else tells you that's what you must do (or because that's what your friends are taking).
Where to find out more about A-level subjects
A-level subject guides
Your chosen sixth-form will have guides to the subjects on offer which should give you an outline of the content and skills needed, and details of how the subject is assessed. It should also tell you whether there are any restrictions on subject combinations which you need to bear in mind. The Student Room website provides a lot of online material on A-level subjects.
Your current teachers
Your current teachers will know your intellectual strengths and weaknesses. It is certainly worth asking their opinion on the subjects you are thinking about.
Sixth-form teachers
If you are moving to a college for A levels, make sure you visit and spend time talking to the staff. They should be able to give a detailed account of their subjects and can answer questions on what the subject is like. If you are staying on in school, do find time to talk to the staff who are likely to be teaching you.
Studying under a teacher you like and respect can make a real difference but don't choose a subject just because you like the teacher. Teachers change jobs and anyway, your group might be assigned to another member of the department.
AS and A2 subject specifications
The exam board 'specifications' (new term for 'syllabus') describe the topics to be covered, often in considerable detail. You can find exam board specifications for the AS and A2 parts of each A-level subject online. AQA, EDEXCEL and OCR are the 'big three' exam boards. Many A-level subjects are offered by all three boards so you will need to find out which board your chosen sixth-form uses
Other students
Talk to sixth-formers who are currently studying the subjects you are considering. Ask them what they like best about their subjects (and what they don't like).
Texts and reference books
Skimming through a book in the subject area can give a good idea of the type of work you would be doing. This is particularly useful when you are contemplating something you have not studied before.
Our FAQs
Have look at our FAQs about A-level choice which cover a lot of the A-level choice questions we get asked.
A-level requirements for popular degree courses
This section describes the A-level subjects which are essential for various popular degree courses, and those which would be directly useful. Sometimes Universities will accept an AS level in a subject instead of the full A level, but you must check.
- Chemistry A level is essential or very useful for: Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Biology (and Bio related subjects).
- To study Medicine: Chemistry is essential, plus 2 other A levels, one of which should be a science. Biology is not essential, but it is useful.
- For a Business Studies degree: No essential A-level subjects, though Maths is useful and you will need a good Maths result at GCSE. Business Studies or Economics A levels are helpful. Top Universities do not like you to do both. The same is true for degrees like Accounts, Management etc.
- European Business Studies generally requires a European Language.
- Law degrees: No essential subjects, though they like you to have subjects which show logical ability and the ability to write (eg: a mixture of Arts and Science subjects).
- Psychology: No essential subjects (a mix of Arts and Science subjects is good.) You will need GCSE Maths.
- Computing: No essential subjects for most courses. Maths A level is essential for a few Universities and useful for all.
- Engineering: Maths and Physics are generally essential (though you can apply without them and do an extra Foundation year). Chemistry is essential for most Chemical Engineering degrees.
- Most other degree courses either have no essential A-level subjects, or just require an A level in the subject concerned plus any two others. Do check though!
- And do bear in mind that the top academic degree courses will generally expect three 'academic' A levels (see our FAQs about A-level choice for more about this).


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Ever since John Mayberry Jr., came back up from AAA Lehigh Valley, he's been on fire and has made a case to lock up the spot in left field next year should the Phillies not re-sign Raul Ibanez who is currently going through a groin injury. In July Big John hit .300, 3 homers, and 14 RBI's, in August he's turned it up a notch batting .326, 6 homers, and 15 RBI's. One of the biggest factors in Mayberry's recent success is him changing his stance at the plate.
Now some may ask, what about Domonic Brown, or even what about Raul? Here's why Mayberry should get the job over those two, starting with Raul. First of all, Raul isn't getting any younger, now while he's put together a decent season overall, Raul is a very streaky player. We've seen him be as hot as a player can be at times this season, and then about as cold as a player can be. Raul's production has dropped off a lot since 2009, his first season in red pinstripes, and factors to that are injuries Raul has had, but in the end, he's just not putting up good enough numbers in my eyes, to beat out a young and more athletic John Mayberry.
Now for Dom Brown. We all know how good this guy looks like he can be, he's a tall and athletic player who has shown flashes of greatness at times, the problem is, there have been very few flashes. In 54 games Brown only hit .246, 5 homers, and 19 RBI's. Mayberry has only played in 23 more games than D-Brown and has a 23 point higher average, 7 more homers, and 22 more RBI's. One thing I also noticed while D-Brown was here this year, to me, it never looked like he had the fire in him, that will to do well. Mayberry on the other hand, went to the minors, didn't complain, worked hard, and got himself back up to the majors and has contributed in a big way. Brown hasn't impressed either in AAA this season, only hitting .265 currently with 3 homers and 14 RBI's.
Big John I think deserves that starting job next year, he's shown that he has talent since he's got here in 2009 and now the Phillies are finally taking notice at how good he can be. Domonic Brown has just not shown enough flashes of greatness to deserve that #1 job and Raul is simply too much of a risk at this point especially with his latest groin injury. Brown will most likely be one of the September call-ups, if he can turn it on in September, and possibly make the post season roster should the Phillies make it (only August people, too soon to think we have it made) and he does well in the playoffs, then maybe I'd be for a platoon between him and Big John next year. But as of right now, Mayberry deserves that job next year. LET'S GO PHILS!


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"Protein and texture from the quinoa, sweet pockets from the squash and raisins. You can use any squash, cooked or shredded for these muffins. Enjoy."
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1 cup
1/2 cup
uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups
all-purpose flour
1 cup
whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon
1 1/2 teaspoons
ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons
baking powder
1 teaspoon
baking soda
1 pinch
ground cloves
1 pinch
ground nutmeg
1 pinch
ground allspice
1 pinch
ground ginger
1 pinch
cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups
shredded squash
1 1/2 cups
plain yogurt
1/2 cup
brown sugar
1/2 cup
1/2 cup
chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon
vanilla extract
The texture was wonderful but it could have used more flavor! I used butternut squash and 1 cup of cooked quinoa (I was trying to use up leftovers). Next time I would add a touch more sugar and twice the cinnamon. Also, I stirred the quinoa in with the wet ingredients since the recipe did not stipulate when to add it in.
These were phenomenal! I made a few adjustments because I am doing Beach Bodies 21 day fix. I used all white wheat flour and instead of brown sugar, I used 1/3 cup of maple syrup. I also used 1/4 tsp of any spice that said a "pinch". Instead of raisins, I did craisins and I used 1 cup of cooked quinoa.
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Calories: 161
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The following sites offer nationwide databases of job openings in biological sciences through industry, universities, or nonprofit organizations. Most are searchable by region, job title, or discipline, provide information about each company or agency and have resume posting and recruitment fair information.
- Bio Exchange Database of life science jobs nationwide, browse by job area or by discipline.
- Biology On-Line Career Center: You can post a resume, get career advice, and find out about recruitment opportunities
- BioView A searchable database of biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry job openings. Includes information about each company.
- High Tech Career Magazine Information on job hunting strategies and trends in high technology employment.
- Links to Biology Careers A comprehensive guide to every imaginable career in biology, includes over 200 links to other useful sites.
- National Academy of Sciences: Research and management positions in immnology, toxicology and biochemistry.
- Registry: Academic positions in medicine and bioscience.
- SciJobs.org: Searchable, browse jobs by employer or post your resume.
- Science magazine: Search job ads from Science, get advice, post your resume, and get e-mail updates.
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- See Southwestern's Premedical site.
- Center for Conservation Biology Network: Library resources, academic programs, conservation resource management and education programs.
- E-jobs: Includes information about jobs with government agencies and nonprofitorganizations, useful planning information.
- EnviroLink: Links to environmental organizations and coalitions. Has links to full time job and paid internship openings in conservation and ecology.
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- Marine Biology: Comprehensive listing of programs and resources for marine biology and oceanography. Includes summer research openings.
- Research Experiences for Undergraduates: A complete listing of summer REU opportunities funded by the National Science Foundation. Listed by field and location.
- Science Magazine: Lists all graduate programs in the United States by subject, includes contact information.


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Arboretum: Betula papyrifera, paper birch
April 2014
Birches love the cold; they're one of the few deciduous trees that grow alongside firs and spruce in northern climates. A key identification is the thin, colorful bark that peels off in strips as the tree matures. The paper or canoe birch, Betula papyrifera, has the lightest bark of all birch species with creamy white trunks that stand out in our gray winter landscape.
At Haverford College we don't have to worry about moose nibbling on our paper birches as they do in New Hampshire where it's the state tree, but we do deal with insects. The paper birch grows best in colder climates, is not tolerant of pollution and wants full sun. Therefore good specimens are hard to find growing here because of our summer heat and humidity that only encourage borer infestations and doom the tree to a short life.
A healthy tree can grow 50 to 70 feet tall. The small oval leaves end in a point and have toothed edges. Catkins, inch-long clusters of male flowers, dangle from the branch tips and are easy to spot in winter before they open on a breezy spring day and release pollen. Other trees that bear catkins are willows and poplars. The tree's most prominent feature, the bark, slowly turns lighter and lighter as it grows, eventually adding black streaks on the oldest branches and the trunk. The bark is slow to rot, and a walk in the woods can reveal fallen trees with hollow cores where the wood has disintegrated and the curled bark remains.
The alternative common name of canoe birch refers to the Native Americans' use of the tree. Today the wood has many commercial uses, including the manufacture of tooth picks and ice cream sticks.
A better suited birch to grow in our area is the river birch, Betula nigra, which has attractive tan and pinkish bark. Compare the cluster of 'Heritage' cultivars of Betula nigra planted between the Fine Arts Center and the Gardner Center or the specimen at the Carvill Arch, with the few Betula papyrifera trees at the college: one behind Roberts Hall, several in the Nature Trail woods across from the stream, and several just off Featherbed Lane, across from the softball field.


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In Balsa de Atenas, 7 miles from the center of town, this agro-ecotourism and animal husbandry school is one of few specialized institutions of its kind in Latin America. ECAG offers courses (in Spanish) in forestry, wildlife, food technology and animal husbandry. Situated on 1300 acres of primary forest, the school provides tours of its crocodile and tilapia farms and livestock paddocks. Visitors to ECAG can also buy fresh dairy and beef products. ECAG hosts an annual Agro-Festival in November that includes tractor tours, dances, horse rides, rodeos, bullfights, tipico food and agricultural displays.
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PHOTO | Mark Munoz Shows Off Facial Damage Received By Weidman | UFC NEWS
Last week top middleweight contender Mark Munoz hit a road block on his way to the title in the form of Chris Weidman. After taking considerable damage in the main event on FUEL TV, the referee was forced to halt the bout in the second frame of action.
For the first time since fight night Munoz shows off his battle wounds in these photo's recently released. (props: middleeasy.com)
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Sorry mark ;(
Ddddaaaammmmmm! U got knock the fuck out!
no matter what, mark will have his real fans because mark is a cool guy first (and then an excellent fighter). refocus, and come back better.
Dammmm son!
Shit happens.. Its very easy to handle your wins but very difficult to handle your losses. this is when real men step up. Good to see him handle this well. In MMA I dont care how good you are if you are not Anderson Silva its very difficult to win all your fights.
Even if u are Anderson Silva it's still not easy to win all your fights.
mark munoz is the man; i love his happy go lucky attitude. still manages to be able to smile after a fight like that! true inspiration.
U got the next one mark damn son that's messed up
One of the worst stoppages in the history of the UFC. Mark took too many unprotected and UNNECCESARY punches because of the idiotic job done by the referee. WTF was he waiting for?? For Mark's head to fly off from one of the punches or something?? Smfh.
Wish you a fast recovery Mark Munoz.
i think Mark should focus more stand up, he has power but if he does not connect it is useless.he needs a good muay thai or boxing coach. love to see mark return to the cage.
That's what I was thinking. The dude is nasty on the ground but when he throws those telegraphed shots standing, he gets cracked like he did against Weidman. Some sharper striking would do him for sure.
thats was so damn bad.. however this is how you separate the man from the boys, still manage to show up your true self even after a hard defeat. i sure he'll be back.. more power to you KABABAYAN..:)
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Latest issue of GT explores whether Scotland should become independent
Alan Cumming has told GT that he believes Scottish independence is an equality issue, much like LGBT rights.
Cumming argues: "I think the Yes campaign, if you were to take away the words Scotland and LGBT it would be very similar to any equal rights campaign."
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"The Commonwealth Games, with Pride House and the opening ceremony's gay kiss, was a statement by Scotland to all the other countries in the Commonwealth who are discriminatory or anti-gay."
Fellow actor Simon Callow was one of 200 famous people signing a letter arguing for Scotland to remain a part of the UK, expressing the desire to "stay together".
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KINGSPORT — Sullivan South's longtime dominance of Elizabethton on the football field ended Friday night.
The Cyclones, who'd lost 10 games in a row to the Rebels, defeated South 21-7 on the running of tailback Ethan Thomas and quarterback Caleb Bailey.
Thomas and Bailey combined for 194 yards rushing. Bailey scored two touchdowns on keepers.
It was Elizabethon's fourth consecutive victory.
"This win was a little bit of a statement by our team," Cyclones coach Shawn Witten said. "We had to stay focused after last week's huge emotional win over Sullivan North.
"South had won the last 10 against us and beat us in overtime last year. This was a tremendous team effort."
The Rebels had to concentrate so much on stopping Thomas that Bailey was able to pull the ball back in and keep it for key yardage.
Thomas rushed 17 times for 118 yards. Bailey picked up 76 yards on 18 keepers.
Terrence Turner, who scored one TD, added 58 yards on nine carries.
For South, quarterback Charlie Moore gained 111 yards on 18 runs and hit on 9-of-17 passes for 64 yards. Zach Moore picked off two of his throws, returning the second one 52 yards in the final seconds without scoring.
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ALCOA — Ezekial Koko ran for three touchdowns as the 19th-ranked Tornadoes shut out the two-time defending state champion Greene Devils at Goddard Field.
All of Koko's TDs were in the first half, helping Alcoa take a 27-0 lead into the locker room.
The last shutout for the Greene Devils was a 10-0 loss at Elizabethton on Sept. 11, 2009. The shutout was the third of the season for Alcoa, which totlaed 450 yards.
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WISE, Va. — Kairi Thompson scored two long touchdowns as the Raiders stepped out of conference and earned a convincing victory.
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BLOUNTVILLE — Matt Kincaid scored the game-winner in the final minutes as the Cougars survived against the Patriots.
Kincaid plunged into the end zone following an 10-play, 71-yard drive in the fourth quarter. East followed up by turning the ball over on downs and Central ran out the clock for the win. The Cougars' first score came after East muffed the opening kick and Logan Fox threw a 7-yard pass to Dalton Lady for a TD.
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ELIZABETHTON — Junior Eli Rasnick rushed for 65 yards and two touchdowns and picked off two of Unaka's five interceptions as the Rangers picked up their first win of the year.
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By John McClain : December 21, 2012 : Updated: December 21, 2012 10:44pm
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Houston Texans wide receiver DeVier Posey (11) catches a pass as Indianapolis Colts strong safety Joe Lefeged (35) defends in the second quarter on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
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Houston Texans wide receiver DeVier Posey (11) makes a first down catch as Indianapolis Colts cornerback Cassius Vaughn (32) tries to defend during the second quarter of a NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, in Reliant Stadium in Houston.
HOUSTON — Better late than never for Texans rookie receiver DeVier Posey.
After spending most of his first season on special teams, Posey made an impact on the offense in the Indianapolis game, catching three passes for 46 yards from quarterback Matt Schaub in a 29-17 win.
Most impressive was Posey's 36-yard reception down the middle in which he was sandwiched between Colts defenders but held the ball.
"He's shown his teammates at practice that he's ready to do that," Texans coach Gary Kubiak said. "He's been coming on all season. Over the last month, the lights kind of went on for DeVier."
Expect to see more of Posey in Sunday's game against Minnesota that could be historic for the Texans and the city. If the Texans beat the Vikings, they'll clinch home-field advantage in the playoffs.
"He doesn't have to work so hard (any more) when we put in game plans," Kubiak said. "He understands things, so his talent has really started to take over. I just think he's got a lot of confidence right now."
Posey was behind the other young receivers, Lestar Jean and Keshawn Martin, because he had less college experience. After an outstanding sophomore season at Ohio State, he was suspended for 10 games but played the last three before entering the draft as an underclassman.
"He had missed (almost) a year of football, and it showed when he came to camp (and) early in the season," Kubiak said. "He was having to catch up. Usually, when players gain a lot of confidence at the end of Year 1, it can lead to some really good things in Year 2.
"DeVier has the size (6-foot-1, 206 pounds) and speed (4.42 seconds in the 40-yard dash). All the skill is there, too."
Posey played special teams. Then he didn't. Then he got his chance to play receiver and is trying to take advantage of it.
Posey has been playing in place of Kevin Walter, who starts opposite Andre Johnson.
"He's really grown," said Walter, a 10-year veteran. "You can see each week that he gets better and better. The great thing about him is that he wants to learn. He asks a lot of questions, and he's fun to watch."
One reason for Posey's improvement has been the way he has watched and learned from Walter and Johnson.
"I've picked up a lot of things from those guys," Posey said. "They've got the blueprint (for receiver). Kevin does everything right. When you have a guy like that playing for so long — the same with Andre — they have to do something right with their game. They just work on their craft, and they're obsessed with their bodies and taking care of themselves."
Posey was excited to contribute to the victory over the Colts that clinched a second consecutive AFC South title.
"It was just an opportunity (that I was) trying to take advantage of," Posey said. "I think that (36-yard gain) was the first pass Matt threw to me. The other one was from T.J. (Yates). I want to build some rapport with him (Schaub) and show him I'm not afraid to get a ball for him."


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Falling Meteors Mod for minecraft 1.4.7Minecraft Mods — February 4, 2013, 11:31 AM
This mod was developed as a little side project of mine. I had seen previous Meteor mods before with some of the features I have here, but they have all been discontinued or missing. After many hours of coding I have completed my goal and come out with an awesome mod. This mod includes many excellent features that make it stand out from the rest of the old Meteor mods. The features of this mod are listed below.
- Meteors fall to the ground and explode, creating Meteorite Ore and sometimes bringing some extraterrestrial mobs with it. Maybe this explains where creepers came from? Be quick and get to those Meteor blocks because once they are cooled, no meteor chips for you.
- Meteorite Tools with Magnetic properties. No need to go grab a block when it comes to you!
- Meteorite Armor also with Magnetic properties. With all the armor on, it protects you from fire!
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Ricky A. Richardson age 55 of Largo, Florida passed away Wednesday February 13, 2013. He was a former resident of Hardyville, a graduate of Hart County High School and an honorary graduate of Sullivan's Business College.
He is survived by his son, Brandon (Brad) Richardson of Grandville, Tennessee, his sisters, Debrorah Locke and Charlotte Walters and her husband Jeffrey, Also several nieces, nephews survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Richarson, Jr.(Skeeter) and Wanda June Martin Richardson.
Memorial Services will be held from 1 until 4 p.m. on Saturday March 2, 2013 at the Fariview Church of Christ . All friends and family are welcome to attend. Arrangements by Winn Funeral Home of Horse Cave.
Visitation at Fairview Church of Christ from 1 until 4 p.m. on Saturday March 2, 2013.