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Let's take a break from draft talk for a little while. Where do you think this year's biggest position battle will take place during the offseason? I can think of a few, and they are in no particular order… 1. With Fred Weary still recovering from his injury, Kasey Studdard and Mike Brisiel will compete […] [Read More]
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With Quinn Gray signing as the No. 3 quarterback, the Texans now have one month before draft day. Many of the free agents are already picked over, but there could be more surprising moves still ahead. Obviously, Gray's addition would fit in that "surprising" category. There still seems to be a very pressing need at […] [Read More]
What does Gray's visit mean?
Everyone knows Jacksonville quarterback Quinn Gray feels comfortable at Reliant Stadium. After all, he threw for 302 yards and four touchdowns against the team in the season finale. Now, he will visit the Texans as a free agent. The Texans are looking to possibly carry three quarterbacks this season. The past two seasons, they have […] [Read More]
Shanahan excited about addition of Brown
Texans offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan already knows what it's like to play against Chris Brown. Now, he's glad to have him on his side of the field. The Texans signed the veteran running back to a two-year deal worth $3.6 million on Thursday. They are still expected to draft a back in April, but Brown […] [Read More]
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Last offseason, Mark Bruener spent his free time trying to finish up his college degree. He finally graduated from the University of Washington 12 years after being drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers. This offseason has been even more rewarding. Bruener has spent much of his time coaching his sons, Carson, 6, and Braydon, 4. He […] [Read More]
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After a brief summer break, our students returned to school today. Never underestimate the opportunity for a fresh start — it was a good day. I was only being slightly facetious when I joked with several staff members that I'm not sure I ever feel more effective as a principal than during the first week of school. I spent the vast majority of my day, out of my office, helping kids. Among other things, I answered questions, interpreted schedules, served as a tour guide, listened to stories about summer, explained the lunch special, reassured, and encouraged. It felt good to really FOCUS on kids.
As I watched our students stream through the front gates at the beginning of the day, I couldn't help but marvel at the diversity of the group — and be a bit overwhelmed at the prospect of addressing the individual needs of all of these kiddos. Each one arrives in junior high with their own story, their own history — a shadow, if you will. Some are well-prepared, supported, and confident. They are motivated, and eager to learn. Their shadows are exactly where they should be — behind them. For others, the shadows loom large, eclipsing motivation, and extinguishing hope. For these students, school must seem a bit like the movie Groundhog Day — a new year without the promise of change.
How do we help these students come out of the shadows? It starts with caring adults focusing on building connections. Relationships are a BIG deal, and we have to treat them as such. Teachers interested in breaking students out of a negative school cycle will:
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- Be diligent about searching for successes. They will find a reason to celebrate with every child.
- Consider the strategies, tools, and resources that can be used to learn about the lives of students, and their personal interests.
- Reflect on how they will reach out to student's who haven't experienced success in a long time.
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Home on a weeknight with nothing to do? Laundry done? Apartment clean? Lunch for tomorrow packed? Hair washed? Well, OK then- it's do-it-yourself custom mani time. The weekend is almost here, so why not try something a little different. I usually keep it pretty conservative when it comes to my nails; but when I think about it, there's no real reason not to get creative. Armed with this deep, deep revelation, I recently went out shopping and picked out two new shades:
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I'd definitely recommend wearing just the white polish on its own. I did that for a couple days before overlaying the Nicole Rainbow color, which is actually a clear lacquer with multi-colored specks of glitter in various sizes. I'm calling this manicure Ice Cream Paint Job because to me it looks like a vanilla sundae covered in sprinkles. I used the glitter polish very sparingly at the top of the nail, then did extra layers at the tips for a gradient effect. If my nails were each a painting, it'd look like every one was a scene of glitter, sequins and diamonds pouring down like hail. To finish it off and smooth over the surface I used two layers of top coat. This was very easy to do and I've been getting compliments on my nails all week.
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"This is the quickest chicken recipe I have ever tried. It takes only ten minutes and the result is very tasty!"
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1 1/8 cups
boiling chicken stock
water to cover
2 tablespoons
skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2/3 cup
heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup
sweet corn
tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup
fresh chopped tarragon
salt and pepper to taste
lemon, juiced
Delicious recipe. Cooking with fresh herbs makes a world of difference. I used approximately 1/2 can of stock in the sauce and found it too soupy, I'll use less next time. I couldn't find couscous, so I used yellow rice and it turned out fine. I put the tomatoes in last and heated just enough so they would be warm, not mushy. Will definitely make this again.
Not really a terrific recipe in my book. The fresh herbs with fresh tomatoes and fresh squeezed lemon juice were really the only things that this recipe had going for it. It wasn't horrible, but it just didn't have my family or I going nuts over it. I will say that it was quick and easy to make. I agree with other reviews, it was a bit soupy. Not a bad recipe, but I like something with a bit more zing. Really loved what the FRESH herbs and other FRESH ingredients did for this dish, would have rated it much lower otherwise.
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Even my kids liked this. (They are picky eaters)I did make a few changes. I pounded the chicken first to thin it out. I reduced the amount of chicken broth to 3/4 cup and used less fresh tarragon and the tomatoes I cut up in large pieces.I used 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/8 tsp. pepper.
This recipe is quick and tasty. I seasoned the chicken breast with tarragon, carraway seeds, thyme, poultry seasoning, red pepper flakes, and seasoning salt before I browned them. I omitted the corn and added a large can of drained french style green beans, sliced red pepper and mushrooms. I didn't have any fresh tomatoes so I substituted the sun dried variety. Once the vegetables have been added, add more seasoning if needed. Add a little of the lemon juice to the chicken for an extra kick. I agree with the last reviewer.. reduce the amount of chicken stock because it's soupy. I also used rice instead of couscous.
Wonderful flavor, even though I couldn't find fresh tarragon anywhere ( so I used dried leaves). The couscous just soaked up the wonderful sauce. You can play with the ratio of stock to cream, and cut out a little of the fat. Also, try sauteeing your chicken in olive oil, or even non-stick spray to make it a little healthier.
This recipe is really good, but I made several modifications to make it healthier.
I added more veggies: 1 yellow pepper, 1 green pepper, 1/4 of red onion, (all largely chopped) and instead of fresh tomatoes, I used 1 can of diced organic tomatoes.
I also added more chicken stock and used a substitute for the cream to make it even healthier.
Heat 1 Tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Sautee veggies, then add chicken.
Start with stock like recipe calls for (1 can) and use it make couscous.
Remove chicken and veggies from pan, but do it separately.
Dump in the other half of the broth, and another can of broth. Add herbs and bring to a rolling boil. (I also added 1 C of corn at this point because it had been frozen.)
1 and 1/4 Cup of Plain non-fat yogurt and 4 teaspoons of corn starch well blended (just beat it with a fork. it will be smooth.) Then add that to the broth once the broth is boiling. Slowly pour in yogurt while stirring broth.
Cook for a minute and re-add veggies and chicken. Next time, I will cut up my chicken after cooking, but before re-adding to the sauce.
Also, I didn't have tarragon, so i used "savory herbs." To the sauce I also added 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper and a pinch of salt.
Let sauce thicken up for about 5 minutes. Voila!
It was delicious, healthy, and my co-workers and boyfriend loved it!
Even the leftovers were fantastic for lunch the next day.
Substituted fresh basil (my favourite herb- i love to smell the bunches in the supermarket - i know - im so weird!!) for the tarragon, and used fresh corn cobs. Kept the recipe as is apart from that tho! Ymuumy chicken recipe that my family really liked, and will probably request again.
This was very bland. I do not think I would make this again.
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Lessons from Haiti
On the Fourth of July, I traveled with my father to Haiti, where we would shoot video footage to be used in a fundraising film by the Haitian People's Support Project, a non-profit organization based in Woodstock, New York, that support nutrition and educational programs in orphanages, schools, and shelters throughout Haiti.
As we prepared for our trip to the small island nation, which had been devastated by an earthquake just six months prior, my father told me that my somewhat luxurious lifestyle full of television and video games would be a thing in the past.
I shook my head in aggravation each time he reminded me, tired of hearing the same old phrase:
"You don't know how good you have it."
Just 10 days in Haiti would completely change my outlook on life and teach me the biggest lesson I learned, which was to never take what I have for granted.
A different world
My first glimpse of Haiti came as we descended into Port-Au-Prince, the capital of Haiti. What I saw through the plane's window stopped my heart for a minute. Instead of cement-paved highways and city skyscrapers, I saw roads in ruin and houses with roofs made out of scrap metal and tin.
I was prepared for things to be completely different from home. I knew there would be no Internet or flat screen TVs, but Haiti was nothing like I had anticipated. When I turned to my father in a state of disbelief, I think he just knew what I was thinking.
"I told you," he quietly but directly said to me.
When we left the airport in Port-Au-Prince, there was a giant fence protecting all the travelers from Haitian beggars, some belonging to children no older than five, who were desperate for money. Hands reached out through the fence to us.
I was truly scared—not of getting mugged or anything, I was just frightened of being so out of my element. After a short time in the airport, we flew to Cap Haitien, the second largest city in Haiti. Though the city was one of a few places unaffected by the January 12 earthquake, it still felt like we were in a whole new world.
If we walked just up the street from the house where we stayed, my father and I found ourselves in an impoverished neighborhood. As we made our way through the streets, I saw children who looked like they hadn't eaten in days, houses that appeared to be a gust-of-wind-away from collapsing—images that I thought only existed in movies.
Back in the United States, I was used to seeing big, brick houses surrounded by huge green lawns. These people didn't even have indoor plumbing! It was so surreal, and a hard concept to believe, even as these images became recurring themes during my visit.
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Dear Jordan,
I am Pierre Leroy's wife Terry and a co-founder of the Haitian People's Support Project. Thank you for your inspiring article. I do believe life's experiences are a great source of education. I also believe the future of our planet rests with your generation. As you carry on, please continue to talk to people about Haiti. Celebrate their rich culture, their determination and resilience. It is not about charity but respect and lending a helping hand.
Looking forward to seeing you and Dad soon.
With much appreciation,
Terry Leroy
Dear Terry… My son's article is but a small expression of appreciation to you and your wonderful husband, Pierre. Be assured that you have marked me with this once-in-a-lifetime experience in going to Haiti. But know as well that you have marked the next generation and the generation after that in exposing my son to this wonderful semi-island nation and its incredible people. Jordan knows he carries that responsibility, and he has you and Pierre to thank for giving that to him. Kudo, Respect and much love to you both… Clennon L. King
Dear Jordan,
We are friends of Pierre and Terry and were members of HPSP when we lived up north. We have since moved to Florida, but are still in touch with them.
We visited Haiti, representing HPSP, in 1996, and were moved, much as you were. At that time there had been no earthquake, but the extreme poverty was evident. One of the things that impressed us most was a visit to one of the schools. Students were crowded into a small classroom and had to bring their younger siblings with them, since their parents were working; they learned from a teacher writing on a blackboard–there were no books and no paper and pencils/pens. And in spite of there being no closed sewer system or running water in the homes, and women washing their families' clothes in a river or stream and drying them in the sun, the children wore sparkling white clothes to school.
We also came across a small community in northern Haiti, where a column of young people was walking down the road. They were celebrating a high school graduation. It appeared that everyone living in that community came out for the graduation, and the graduates ran down the dirt road as it started to rain, running into the Church, where a service was held for them. We were welcomed into the Church and felt privileged to witness this event.
We have so many fond memories of our trip and are so glad we were able to go. It was a time of relative peace in Haiti, with Aristide in power, yet most of the people were poor and hungry. It really moves your heart to see people so happy and loving when they have so little.
Thank you for your article. We really enjoyed reading it.
God bless you on your journey,
Will and Linda Gifford
Dear Jordan
I saw all the wonderful pictures from your trip with your dad. Reading your article put commentary to the visual story. You write so well, young man…you should think about investing in this skill as a career:-)
I actually really liked this article. Especially when you described the beautiful parts of Haiti. Every place has it's own beauties. I loved your style of writing and I hope you write more pieces like this one.


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37 1. Airport arrival earliness distributions, reflecting the per- 5. Applicable airport processing times so that as passengers cent of passengers who check in within a distribution of queue for service, the product of the service time and the minutes before a departing flight. The earliness distribu- total number of processors determines the processing tion often varies based on time of flight departure and type throughput of the area. The number of passengers who ar- of departure (domestic versus international). rive in excess of the throughput of the area will determine 2. First point of airport contact for check-in, the first place the peak occupancy of the queue area. that passengers contact air carrier personnel to obtain 6. Travel party size, representing the number of passengers that travel documents or to check bags. Passengers may not remain together while everyone in their group is processed. need to contact any airline personnel until they reach the 7. Number of checked bags per passenger or travel party, gate because they obtained a boarding pass via web check- representing the additional demand for space created by in or a remote baggage check-in location or they used a the checked bags in terminal areas where the passengers personal wireless device to display their boarding docu- are in possession of their checked baggage; consideration ments (and they have no baggage to check). But passen- should also be given to convenient ways to handle over- gers may contact the airline at curbside to check their sized baggage, the percentage of passengers that use bag- gage carts, and so forth. baggage and obtain boarding passes, at a self-service ma- 8. Mode of transportation to/from the airport, which in some chine (and associated bag drop location) to obtain travel cases will determine which entrance, exit, or route through documents and possibly check baggage, or at a staffed the terminal that the passengers or their greeters may use. check-in counter to obtain assistance from an airline This information is useful in determining maximum peak ticket agent. occupancy of certain meeting areas. 3. Aircraft seat factor (sometimes termed "load factor") to 9. Number of visitors who accompany the passenger while in account for the number of seats occupied as opposed to the terminal. The planner/designer needs to accommo- the total number of seats available. date this additional occupancy as appropriate. 4. Percentage of passengers originating their travel or termi- nating their travel at the airport [origin and destination (O&D) factor]. These are the only outbound passengers Passenger Space Allocations that will use the curbside roadway, the check-in lobby, and Table 40 summarizes the space allocation guidelines and the security screening checkpoint, and the only inbound other important considerations for each terminal processing passengers that will use the domestic baggage claim. Stated area. In applying these guidelines, remember that the space another way, these are the only passengers who will access allocation applies only to the passenger queuing areas. Addi- the non-secure side of the airport terminal. The other tional space must be allocated for circulation to/from the passengers--connecting passengers--will only use the area, and space must be set aside for special processing that areas on the secure side of the airport terminal. may occur within the area. Table 40. Passenger space allocation guidelines for processing areas. IATA Application Space Important Considerations Name of Area Allocation Check-in area Curbside check-in, Varies by bag cart Do passengers' visitors wait with them in queu e? If a check-in hall, FIS use and bags per uni-queue is used to organize the passenger waiting recheck passenger: area, does the width of the queue require that the overall standard be increased to provide adequate 12.9 sq ft per pax length of space to accommodate the travel party, � few carts, few their baggage, and baggage cart? bags Remember, this standard is used to generate 14.0 sq ft per pax passenger waiting area only. Additional area needs to � few carts, 1-2 be allocated for circulation to/fro m the queue exit to bags per pax the face of the check-in counter. 18.3 sq ft per pax � high % of carts 21.5 sq ft per pax high % of carts, 2+ bags per pax (continued on next page)
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38 IATA Application Space Important Considerations Name of Area Allocation Wait/ Meeter/greeter halls, Varies by type of Be sure to account for visitor earliness; it may be circulate corridors area: helpful to consult Fruin's corridor or walkway LOS guidelines as well. Use of large mechanized carts or 16.1 sq ft = moving sidewalks to transport passengers will airside, no carts require special planning considerations. 19.4 sq ft = public after check-in, few carts 24.8 sq ft = departure before check-in, carts Holdroom Gate lounges or any 65% of capacity This standard needs to be reviewed relative to the seated waiting area or less is LOS C size of seats, the width of aisles between the seats, and the mix of passengers seated and standing in the Capacity holdroom. Additionally, area must be provided over measured by: and above the seating/waiting area for the gate agent 18.3 sq ft per counter, any boarding pass reader, and any specially seated pax organized area for the boarding bridge queue or the deplaning aisle. It is also important to consider any 12.9 sq ft per airline-specific strategic space allocation to standing pax passenger amenities. Baggage claim Domestic or 18.3 sq ft per pax The space allocation must also take into (exclusive of international based on 40% cart consideration the ability of passengers to reach the device) baggage claims use. claim area in time to pick up their baggage. That means that the maximum depth of queuing around For some the device must not exceed 11.5 ft (per IATA); domestic claims, consideration must also be given to the number of it may be baggage carts used by passengers. This standard appropriate to assumes that 40% of passengers use a baggage cart. modify this to The assumption may need to be adjusted to represent 14.0 sq ft to local conditions. represent minimal cart use. Government FIS primary 10.8 sq ft This standard is good for areas within the inspection inspection, government inspection facility where passengers do outbound security not have their checked baggage with them. Customs inspection secondary inspection areas or exit control lanes should use a larger space allocation (e.g., 17.2 sq ft). Source: IATA Airport Development Reference Manual (1) and Pedestrian Planning and Design, Fruin (2) Note: pax = passenger


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An acquaintance of my daughter, upon learning that my daughter frequently visits Disneyland with her young children, warned her that there have been 'numerous' occasions of people kidnapping small children from Disneyland using the following ruse...
They buy or bring a change of clothing, select the child of their choice, when parents backs are turned snatch child, change their clothing to hide their identity, leave the Park with them. If the child is screaming/crying they keep repeating (loudly to child and onlookers) "No, (insert any name), we have to go now, but we'll be back soon". or some platitude.
Now, I had never heard of such a thing, and assured my daughter that this must just be an Urban Legend...of course to really be a 'legend' one would probably have heard it before.
Any thoughts on this? Have you heard of this rumour before? Is it a well known Urban Legend? Is it scrambled from a factual but non-criminal event? Is my daughter's acquaintance a pot-stirring nut job??


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ORONO, MAINE - Sophomore Josh Hareld's (North Kingstown, R.I.) breakaway goal at 66:55 of the second half proved to be the game-winner as the UNH men's soccer team defeated the University of Maine, 2-1 Tuesday afternoon in Orono. The match marked the America East opener for both clubs.
Hareld (4-2-10) notched his team-leading fourth goal of the sseason when he took a feed from junior back Doug Lawver (Doylestown, Pa.), broke in alone on the Maine net and deposited his shot past Bears keeper Mat Cosgriff (six saves). It was Hareld's second point of the day and stretched his season-best point streak to three games.
Sophomore Nicholas Mello (Rehoboth, Mass.) got UNH (3-3-1, 1-0-0) on the board with his first career goal at 5:17 of the first half. Maine (1-5-0, 0-1-0) countered on Greg Bajek's penalty kick at 42:44 to tie it at 1-1.
UNH outshot the Bears, 13-12 and outcornered them as well, 10-4. Wildcat netminder Shaun O'Neil recorded four saves to earn his third win of the year.
The Wildcats return to action Friday (10/5) when they host newcomer Stony Brook for the first time at Lewis Field. Kickoff time is 3:30 p.m.


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Fans of The Firehouse Restaurant's barbecue sauce may soon get to bring the finger-licking flavor home to their own dinner tables.
"We are looking at bottling the sauce," said restaurant owner Tom Seaton. "We've talked about this for a long time. It's just now coming to fruition."
Seaton's older son, Justin, who came on board with the business nearly two years ago, is heading up the project — right down to selecting a bottle that has the shape and form he felt best resembled a fire hydrant.
"We will probably bottle our original sauce and then we'll do our spicy version of that," Seaton said. "We think it would be well received."
Sales of the bottled sauces are expected to begin at the restaurant no later than the second quarter of the year.
"We're going to start out selling it here and then move to mail-order," Seaton said. "We may look at putting it in stores after that. We're going to gauge customer demand."
For now, the bottling will be done at the business' separate commissary located across the street. That is also where much of the restaurant's catering business is handled.
Depending on the success of the venture, this is likely just the beginning of a virtual expansion for the restaurant.
Seaton said he is also looking at possibly bottling the restaurant's made-from-scratch salad dressings and may even branch out to selling its barbecue meats online.
The Firehouse Restaurant, located on West Walnut Street, opened its doors in 1980.
"We're about a year and a half away from our 35th year," Seaton said. "We have a lot of things we want to accomplish by then."


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Three Cheers - December 15, 2012
Boys & Girls Club event
resounding success
Supporters of the Boys & Girls Club of the Smoky Mountains stepped up to the plate, and what stylish plates they were.
More than 130 area residents gave at least $125 each to enjoy a night at the Titanic Museum Attraction where they were treated to a gourmet meal while seated at tables set up amid the museum's displays. Almost a dozen local chefs gave of their time to create the meals and give the diners a "personal chef" experience.
The event started off with appetizers outside the attraction before diners headed to their assigned tables inside the museum.
A lot of time and effort went into the event, with the proceeds being used to help fund scholarships for underprivileged children. Titanic owners John and Mary Kellogg Joslyn happily provided the menu and recruited the chefs. The chefs came up with creative menus for their tables.
Congratulations on all of who gave of their time and from their wallet to make the fundraiser a success.
SMARM provides
warmth in winter's chill
The last few days have been pretty chilly. If you walked out of your door without your coat, you most likely turned right back around to find your coat and put it on. But what if you didn't have a coat to put on?
Last week, the folks at Smoky Mountain Area Rescue Ministries helped make sure area children and adults don't have to walk out of the house without a coat. SMARM held its 12th annual Winter Coat Day, adding hundreds to the 20,000 coats they have already given away over the year.
No questions asked, those who arrived at Winter Coat Day were able to choose as many coats as they needed for their family. Days before, volunteers were sorting coats by size and getting them ready for the big day.
For some it might be hard to imagine not having the resources to provide the essentials your family needs. It might also be hard to imagine how it feels be in a place where you need to accept charity. What can't be denied is how heart-warming it is to see how a program like SMARM and its volunteers helps so many.
Area residents answer
call for Santa Fund
For many years, the Santa Fund has been helping fill in the blanks for two organizations who may need a little help for their clients, and the community has once again came through.
The Santa Fund is distributed to Douglas Cherokee to be used for senior citizens seeking help and to the Boys & Girls Club branches for members who could use some added assistance this Christmas season.
Citizens National Bank continued their tradition of kicking off hte campaign, provided the first $5,000 for the drive. But local residents have followed suit, providing so far more than $12,000 for the fund.
Donors have given in memory of loved ones, in honor of those special to them and anonymously. All donors who wish, have their names published in The Mountain Press, but it's clear they aren't giving for the acknowledgment, but simply for the joy of giving.
The drive continues through Monday. Contributions can be mailed to The Mountain Press, P.O. Box 4810, Sevierville 37864 or delivered in person at our offices, Riverbend Drive across from TRW in Sevierville, weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.Call 428-0748, ext. 217, with questions.
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just got around to the final assembly of that GWAC--cav arms polymer lower that i got on the group buy from mad months ago.
as most know i have had a cav-arms polymer a1 style lower since about 06. it has seen some hard use around the farm as truck/atv/horseback/loaner--and as a test bed for caliber conversions. it has been used with 7.62x39, 5.45, 6.5, 6.8spc and the like.
the cav has been pretty tough the only problems i have found with it over the years is that certain mags wouldn't drop free , the rear compartment sometimes would fly open, the pins exit on the wrong side and are a PITA to keep up with. and the biggie --it uses a CAR style buffer and spring, now i found this a bit limiting as i like to run the big rifle buffer set up with the more "bump" rounds --though this can be worked around.
i do find the loss of 1Lb a good thing on some of my heavy barreled uppers.
the new GWAC is pretty much the same lower with a few subtle improvements , they did away with the stowage compartment in the butt-stock, the mag well fit is improved and i have yet to find a mag that don't fall free empty. the pin set up is the same though the pins do seem to fit tighter than in the old cav lower. of course this could be from just years of abuse on the cav.
i bought one of them $29 P=tac LPKs from PSA to finish up the GWAC --all i can say is it went together super easy. i would have to say this was the quickest assembly i have ever done, i suppose not having those little fiddely flea-pin things that stop the front pin really speeds things up.
another big plus is it seems to have a very good stock trigger. it feels as good as some of my 15min mod triggers except i haven't modded anything.
now the last P-tac trigger set i got was a bit gritty and hard. but after a bunch of polishing, spring bending and so on got it up to "OK" levels of pull and feel.
now this trigger/FCG --feels very good out of the box, as good as the other one AFTER all the work.
don't know if i got lucky and just got a good FCG for a change or that this GWAC has more precise pin locations for the FCG --but the end result is a very smooth stock trigger set up.
normally you can give me a plastic lower --but these GWAC/cavs have some advantages.


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Lake Chelan
Guide to Summer on Lake Chelan
Rent a motorboat this summer, and head to Lake Chelan, a favorite spot for Seattle folks to enjoy extra warm sun and a few days of R&R.
Best Weekend Road Trips in WA June 1 – 3
Ready to go fly a kite in Ocean Shores? Put on a kilt at the Bellingham Highland Games? Whoop and holler at a rodeo in Rosalia? There's a whole lot of fun happening in WA this weekend. Take the kids out of town and have a great time!
Best Weekend Getaways in WA May 11 – 13
Thinking about taking Mom out for the weekend? Washington's Apple Blossom Festival, Leavenworth's Mai Fest, the Brews & Blues Festival, '49er Days and more will keep Mom and the family occupied with great activities!
New Year's Eve Weekend Road Trip Adventures
Wanting to get away for the last weekend of 2011? For a short drive, you can watch fireworks over the Pacific Ocean, ski at night, or dance the night away on New Year's Eve!
Are You Ready For a Rodeo?
Grab your boots and get your yee-haw on. There's warm weather across the mountains just in time for this weekend's Rodeo Lake Chelan!
Washington Wineries' Spring Release Parties This Weekend
Washington wine production is only second to California, according to a recent Wine Spectator article. And with a bumper crop of Washington grapes, this Spring our state is turning out some beautiful reds and whites. This weekend, you have a chance to taste from Washington's premiere wineries on both sides of the mountains.


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09/10/2011 – The women's volleyball team defeated the Grace Bible Tigers in three sets to improve their overall record to 8-5. The loss drops the Tigers to 1-9 on the season.
The Tigers caught the Saints napping during the early stages of the contest. Grace Bible quickly raced out to an early 10-5 lead during the first set. Coach Rawles settled his troops down and rode the wave of Jessica Bredeweg's picture perfect serves to a 25-16 first set victory. The Saints continued to flex their muscles during the next two sets, winning 25-9 and 25-6.
The trio of Elle Sturgell, Chelsea Phillips and MacKenzie Kolstad all recorded six kills a piece, while Amy VonKronenberger led the team in digs with nine. The before mentioned Bredeweg paced the Saints with 13 assists and three aces.
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By Jim Fawcett, ISU Extension field agronomist
All commercial pesticide applicators must take exams in order to become initially certified and some choose to become re-certified by exam rather than by attending continuing instructional courses. With the increased interest in applying fungicides on corn and soybeans many commercial applicators are considering adding agricultural diseases (category 1C) to their certification.
A training session to help prepare individuals for the commercial pesticide applicator examinations will be offered in Marion on Monday, March 5 in the Linn County Extension Office at 3279 7th Ave. The session will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will be giving tests for both private and commercial pesticide applicators in Marion on March 5 in the Linn Cooperative Oil Company at 325 35th Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and in Iowa City on March 6 at the Johnson County Extension Office, 3109 Old Highway 218 S., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The training session will cover the Iowa Core Manual and categories 1A (Agricultural Weed Management), 1B (Agricultural Insect Control), 1C (Agricultural Crop Disease Management), 3O,T, and G (Ornamental, Turf, and Greenhouse Pest Management), 4 (Seed Treatment) and 6 (Right-of-Way). Training on the Iowa Core Manual will be given for the first 2 hours, with the training on the other categories following.
There is a $25 fee per person for the training session. The session does NOT qualify as a continuing instructional course. For more information, please contact Jim Fawcett at 319-337-2145, Patrick O'Malley at 319-337-2145, or Virgil Schmitt at 563-263-5701.
By Paul Kassel, ISU Extension field agronomist
Iowa State University Extension will sponsor a study session to prepare individuals to take Pesticide Applicator Certification exams. Anyone wanting to purchase and apply restricted use pesticides on land they own or operate needs a Private Pesticide Applicator Certification. A Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification is required for those who apply pesticides for hire.The exam study session will be held at the Kossuth County Extension office in Algona on March 8. The Kossuth County Extension Office is located at 1121-B Hwy 18 E, a half mile east of the Highway 18 and 169 intersection. Private Pesticide Certification study sessions will begin at 1:30 and conclude at 2:30 p.m. The Commercial Pesticide Applicators study session will held from 3 to 5 p.m. The Commercial Applicators session will cover the Core Manual and the Ag categories (1A - Ag Weed, 1B - Ag Insect, 1C- Ag Disease or 4 - Seed Treatment).
Cost is $15 for either the Private or Commercial session. These training sessions do not qualify as continuing instructional courses. To pre-register, contact Carrie Gatton at 515-295-2469. Contact Gatton or Paul Kassel, at712-262- 2264, for more information.
By Greg Tylka and Mychele Batista da Silva Department of Plant Pathology and MicrobiologyProducts that are currently available to manage plant-parasitic nematodes on corn in Iowa include the soil-applied insecticide/nematicide Counter® and two relatively new protectant seed treatments, Avicta® and Votivo®. Counter® is a contact and systematic nematicide with the active ingredient terbufos. Avicta® is a contact nematicide (active ingredient abamectin) that moves on the surface of the root, and Votivo® is a special strain of the natural soil bacterium Bacillus firmus that grows on the root. Counter® is available from AMVAC, Avicta® from Syngenta Seedcare, and Votivo® from Bayer CropScience.Five experiments were conducted on ISU research farms in 2011 (figure 1) to assess and compare the nematode population densities and yields of corn growing in plots with and without the seed-treatment nematode protectants and the soil-applied nematicide Counter®.Figure 1. Locations of the experiments in 2011.
The experiments were conducted at the Northwest Research and Demonstration Farm (near Sutherland), the Northeast Research and Demonstration Farm (near Nashua), the Johnson Research Farm (near Ames), the Armstrong Memorial Research and Demonstration Farm (near Lewis), and the Southeast Research and Demonstration Farm (near Crawfordsville). The fields where the experiments were conducted were selected arbitrarily – not because they were known to have damaging population densities of nematodes that feed on corn. The treatments in the experiments were:1. Avicta® Complete Corn (Avicta® + Cruiser® + Maxim® Quattro)2. Cruiser® + Maxim® Quattro3. Counter® + Cruiser® + Maxim® Quattro4. Poncho® (500) / VOTiVO® + Acceleron® fungicides5. Poncho® 500 + Acceleron® fungicidesTreatments 1 and 2 varied only by the presence of Avicta®, treatments 2 and 3 varied only by the presence of Counter®, and treatments 4 and 5 varied only by the presence of Votivo®. The treatments were replicated four to six times in each experiment, and all treatments were applied to a single lot of seed of one 104-day corn hybrid. The experiment at the Armstrong Farm did not include treatment number 3, with Counter®.Soil samples were collected from each plot to determine nematode population densities at or near the time of planting and again when the corn was at the V5 to V6 corn growth stage. Root samples also were collected at the V5 to V6 corn growth stage and nematode population densities inside the roots were determined. The plots were harvested and yields were calculated for each treatment.ISU Extension field agronomists Terry Basol, Joel DeJong, Jim Fawcett, Mark Licht and Aaron Saeugling; and ISU research farm staff Kent Berns, Stephanie Marlay, Ken Pecinovsky, Ryan Rusk, Josh Sievers and Kevin Van Dee established, maintained and harvested the experiments and collected the nematode samples.
Nematode results
Corn yield results
SummaryThe nematode management products did not consistently reduce numbers of plant-parasitic nematodes or corn yields in the experiments that were conducted in 2011.The low population densities of plant-parasitic nematodes that were present in the field did not affect corn yield in the experiments. The numbers and types of nematodes in the experiments were similar to those frequently found in samples submitted to Iowa State University for testing for nematodes that feed on corn from 2000-2010 (see ICM News article). The nematode management products may have a much more pronounced beneficial effect in fields with very damaging nematode species (like needle nematodes) and in fields with much greater plant-parasitic nematode population densities.For more detailed information about the methods used and results of the experiments, contact the first author or consult the 2011 annual reports of the ISU Research and Demonstration Farms.
Figure 2. Mean number of plant-parasitic nematodes in soil samples collected at the V5 corn growth stage in the experiment in central Iowa (near Ames) in 2011. "misc." = miscellaneous plant-parasitic nematodes present in very low numbers. Bars with different letters above them had significantly different total numbers of plant-parasitic nematodes (P=0.10).
Figure 3. Mean number of plant-parasitic nematodes in soil samples at the V6 corn growth stage in the experiment in northwest Iowa (near Sutherland) in 2011. Bars or segments of bars with different letters are significantly different (P=0.10).
Greg Tylka is a professor with extension and research responsibilities in management of plant-parasitic nematode. Mychele Batista da Silva is a graduate student in the Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology at Iowa State University.
By Paul Jasa, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension engineer
There was considerable flooding along the Missouri River in the summer of 2011, leaving many fields scarred and bare, without a crop. Producers should make field repairs as needed and seed a cover crop to help protect the soil and start rebuilding soil life before the 2012 cropping season. Cover crops benefit flood-damage soils in several ways.
Crop Selection and Seeding RatesCool season cereal grains are fast growing in the spring, provide standing residue fairly quickly, and are easy to kill before seeding the cash crop. Consider seeding oats, barley, triticale, cereal rye, or wheat (listed in order of preference, depending on seed availability) at a rate of one to two bushels per acre. Use the seeding date typical for seeding oats in your area, usually when the soil temperature is above 35°F and rising.Cover crop cocktails, a mixture of several species and plant types, provide different rooting patterns and varying plant architecture to add diversity to the system. The diversity is valuable for restoring microbial and physical soil function. Mixtures also provide good soil cover across a variety of conditions since cover crop types respond differently to varying soil and weather conditions. Several cool season legumes, brassicas, or other broadleafs could be seeded with the cool season cereal to aid in soil life recovery. The seeding rate of the cereal grain should be reduced about 50% if another cover crop is seeded with it.A legume like spring forage peas (30 lb/ac) or common vetch (10 lb/ac) could be seeded with the cereal grain to fix some nitrogen, improving the cover crop benefits. Producers should use twice the recommended amount of the proper inoculant for these legumes as the native rhizobia bacteria were probably reduced during flooding. Taller cool season brassicas and broadleafs like rapeseed (3 lb/ac), mustard (3 lb/ac), flax (5 lb/ac), or Ethiopian cabbage (2 lb/ac) also could be added to the cereal grain and legume seed mix to further improve the soil system. These cover crops stand nicely to help reduce wind erosion and have a vigorous tap root to help penetrate the soil. If you're adding several of these other cover crops to the mix, the seeding rates of each could be reduced some.
Seeding MethodsFor most effective cover crop seeding, use a drill or air-seeder to place the seeds directly into the soil, about 1½ to 2 inches deep. Both provide some soil smoothing and cut up some of the surface debris. If the drill or air-seeder is equipped to apply fertilizer, some starter fertilizer could be applied to help cover crop establishment. Another option would be to apply fertilizer for the following cash crop when seeding the cover crop. Compaction will be less than with tillage as most drills and air-seeders are pulled with smaller tractors than those needed for tillage equipment of the same width. In addition, the seed metering, seed distribution, seeding depth, and seed-to-soil contact will be more uniform than broadcast seeding, providing a better cover crop stand, especially at lower seeding rates.Broadcast seeding followed by a light tillage operation may be an option for some producers, especially if some tillage is needed to deal with erosion, scouring, or sedimentation. Most producers have access to a dry fertilizer applicator which could be used to distribute the cover crop seed. Depending on fertility needs, the seed could be mixed with dry fertilizer to accomplish two things in one trip while improving seed distribution. The light tillage with a spike-tooth harrow, Aerway, coulter tillage tool, or similar fluffing harrow would incorporate the fertilizer and provide some seed-to-soil contact and some smoothing of the soil surface.If the soil is dry enough, tillage with a disk or field cultivator could be performed to level the soil surface and better incorporate larger seeded cover crops, but compaction and soil smearing is a risk if the soil is wet. Depending on the soil moisture situation and the depth of tillage, the broadcast seeding rates should be increased by 50 percent compared to drilling.Terminating the Cover CropWhile many cover crops are most effective if they have 45 to 60 days of growth before termination, producers should kill them at an appropriate time so as not to affect the next crop. If the spring looks like it will be a dry one, the cover crop should be killed several weeks before planting so as to conserve soil moisture. While it may seem like not a lot of biomass was produced, the roots of the cover crop still helped the soil biology, benefiting the soil system. If the spring will be wet or the soil needs dewatering, the cover crop could be allowed to grow longer for more biomass production and more benefits for the soil system.Producers should check with their crop insurance provider and the local FSA office for guidelines and restrictions related to cover crops. For maximum soil benefit, the cover crop should not be grazed, hayed, or tilled and the next crop should be no-tilled into the cover crop residue.
Clarke McGrath, ISU Extension, was an article reviewer.
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As I sit inside my room, and the clear blue sky opens up over my little country for once, I can't help but feel bad for playing Company of Heroes Online (COHO). Shouldn't I be outside doing something else and enjoying the sun whilst it's out? After all I have recently acquired Dragon Quest IX and that game isn't going to play itself. So maybe I could play it whilst outside and sunbathing? All of these ideas quickly fade away as I begin to play COHO.
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The 10 Biggest Mistakes You Made This Year
Time flies and we all know it. We're pretty sure you're sitting there a bit shocked that this year has flown by so quickly and like all of us, have made some mistakes this past year. No one is perfect nor should anyone be perfect.
What is most important is that you take into account the mistakes you made and make sure you don't make them in the coming year.
Life is about moving forward and never backwards. By making the same mistakes over and over again all it means is that you just haven't learned your lesson and weren't able to grow as a person. Here are the 10 biggest mistakes you managed to make this year that you ought to avoid in 2013.
10. You didn't take enough risks.
Living life is a risky business. Everything you do, every interaction, every decision, step, and time you wake up, you are taking a risk. To truly live life and enjoy it you need to take more risks. To not get out of bed, clutching to illusions of safety, is to die slowly without ever having truly lived.
Be a little risky and realize the full potential of your life. The sky is the limit if you just have the courage to build the ladder.
9. You gave in to your fears and negativity.
We all get scared and there isn't much we can do about it. It's not about being afraid but about what you do when fear grips you. When you feel these negative feelings know that you have the power to pull your hand away from the flame.
Keep your life focused on the positive things that are going on and the possibilities that you have in regards to attaining your dreams. What begins in your mind ends up in your life. Think continually of the way you would like to be, let these thoughts drive your actions, and your reality will reliably catch up to your thinking.
8. You let uncertainty control you.
As times goes on you will understand that things have a funny way of working themselves out without you having to stress or worry about them. What lasts will last and what doesn't will go away. Time solves most things, and what time can't solve, you'll learn to solve yourself.
Don't let uncertainty dictate your thoughts and actions; don't allow it to make you afraid of doing something. If it feels right inside then do it; if it doesn't then stay away. Instinct is everything.
7. You did what everyone else wanted you to do.
Life is too short to be living someone else's life. When you do things because others wanted you to do it, that is when you become a prisoner in their life. You can't please everyone at the same time.
So just worry about pleasing yourself because at the end of the day that is the only thing that matters. You are the only one that knows what is best for you. Always, ALWAYS listen to yourself and what you want first.
6. You were far busier than you were productive.
Being busy and being productive are two different things. Anyone can keep busy but not everyone can be productive and efficient. Try working with an awareness of the type of work you are doing and how it will affect your progress in your life.
Focus on the reason for doing what you're doing, the deepest reason you can find within yourself. Whatever is wasting your time or has no value you should get rid of.
5. You didn't practice enough.
Practice makes perfect- as corny as it may sound. If you want to be amazing at something and excel, the only thing that will get you there is you mastering your craft. It is the relentless routine of a precise set of actions, physical and intellectual, focused on a desired result.
Practice means to perform, over and over again in the face of all obstacles. Some act of vision, faith, or desire. Practice is a means of inventing an amazing outcome.
4. You let little bits of stress consume you.
Don't ever fall for the trap of thinking that a bad day means a bad life. Life is not about how many times you fall down but how many times you manage to get back up. Don't waste your time on one unhappy thought. Every time one door closes a new one will open- always remember that.
You must learn to let it go. You were never in control anyway.
3. You set unrealistic expectations.
There is something called reality and then the fantasy world in your head. We are wired to expect things to turn out a lot better than they actually do, and our expectations always seem to be a bit too high. But that doesn't mean bad things are happening in your life.
If you can learn to stop expecting impossible perfection in yourself, others, and the world around you, you may find the happiness that has always eluded you.
2. You overlooked the beauty of small moments.
In life it's the small things that matter. It's all about being present and enjoying the moment to the fullest because the chances of this moment coming back around are slim to none.
Stop worrying about what you don't have in your life and what you are missing and focus on the beauty of the small moments that take place in your life, those that might make you happy even if only for a short time. Every moment counts. Every second matters. Whatever is given is a gift.
1. You were hoping to make fewer mistakes.
The biggest mistake you can possibly make is not making any mistakes at all. Mistakes are what allow for growth in your life and is what makes life exciting.
It is sort of like a forceful lesson that you have to learn. Your good judgment comes from life experience, and life experience comes from all the bad judgments you make. You need to have sufficient courage to make mistakes. Disappointment and defeat are the tools life uses to show you the way.
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WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue University President Mitch Daniels plans to travel to China to try to expand the school's economic and educational partnerships.
The former Indiana governor says he will look for ways to advance existing partnerships and seek to forge new ones during the six-day trip beginning Saturday.
Daniels will meet with officials at Nanshan Group, China's second-largest aluminum company. Nanshan announced two years ago it would give Purdue $10 million over five years to support international programs, research and faculty training. Daniels was invited by Nanshan to discuss an aviation project and several other several initiatives.
Daniels also will visit Tsinghua and Shanghai Jiaotong universities, two of Purdue's closest educational partners in China, to discuss joint research projects and other opportunities.


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The U.S. Department of the Treasury ("Treasury") and the U.S. Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") released final regulations ("Regulations") on January 17, 2013 implementing the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act ("FATCA").1 Although some guidance is still forthcoming, the Regulations at last give asset managers a clearer picture of the steps they will need to take over the next twenty-four months to become FATCA compliant.
At its core, FATCA is designed to stop U.S. taxpayers from using non-U.S. financial accounts or entities to avoid U.S. taxes. Under FATCA, foreign financial institutions ("FFIs") must comply with reporting, due diligence and withholding requirements with respect to their U.S. accounts — or face a 30% withholding tax on "withholdable payments".2 The definition of FFI is broad and expressly encompasses, among others, mutual funds, UCITS, exchange-traded funds, hedge funds, private equity funds, and other investment vehicles.3 So the effect of FATCA will be to require nearly all asset managers (directly or through third-party service providers) to perform due diligence on many of their investors and clients.
Asset managers will need to identify all FFIs under their umbrella and then consider whether any FFIs qualify as "deemed compliant" with FATCA, which can reduce an FFI's compliance burdens considerably. However, the available categories of deemed compliance will depend on (a) where an FFI is domiciled (or possibly offered) and (b) whether that jurisdiction has entered into a special intergovernmental agreement ("IGA") with Treasury to implement FATCA. For example, certain retirement funds and tax-favored vehicles are exempted from many FATCA requirements under the UK's IGA.4
If no IGA is available, the Regulations set forth the available deemed-compliance rules. The Regulations relaxed the requirements for two fund-related deemed-compliance categories: "qualified collective investment vehicles" ("QCIVs") and "Restricted Funds". To qualify as a QCIV, a fund must be regulated as an investment fund and held only by certain categories of investors (generally, FATCA-compliant or exempt institutions and non-reportable U.S. interests).5 Under the Regulations as proposed, a QCIV would have been required to be regulated as an investment fund by its country of incorporation or organization. Under the Regulations, an FFI may be eligible for QCIV status if either its fund manager is regulated with respect to the fund or the fund is regulated in all of the countries in which it is registered and operates.
Among other requirements, a fund may qualify as a Restricted Fund only if all of its distribution arrangements prohibit sales to certain reportable U.S. persons, non-participating FFIs, and certain nonfinancial entities that have direct or indirect U.S. owners. The Regulations changed and clarified a number of provisions applicable to Restricted Funds. A Restricted Fund now has until the later of June 30, 2014 or six months after the date the fund registers as a deemed-compliant FFI to renegotiate its distribution agreements to include the prohibitions described above. A Restricted Fund is also permitted under the Regulations to sell to U.S. persons other than "specified U.S. persons."6 The Regulations clarify that interests in a Restricted Fund may be issued by the fund directly if the investor can only dispose of those interests by having them redeemed or transferred by the fund, and not by selling them on a secondary market.
Not all of FATCA's carve-outs are equally helpful — deemed-compliance categories differ in the extent to which they reduce FATCA's burdens. For example, a Restricted Fund could, despite being deemed compliant, be required to perform FATCA due diligence on its existing shareholders (a QCIV would not be). Furthermore, the exemptions for retirement funds are generally broader than the deemed-compliant categories. As a result, asset managers will need to evaluate not just whether a fund could be deemed compliant, but what category is most helpful.
If no exemption applies, then each FFI will need to take steps to become a Participating FFI (i.e., an FFI that will not be subject to FATCA withholding). In certain IGA jurisdictions, such as the UK, local rules will specify what FFIs need to do. In other jurisdictions, the Regulations outline the necessary procedure. The IRS will publish a list of all Participating FFIs (and certain "registered" deemed-compliant FFIs, including QCIVs and Restricted Funds) on or before December 2, 2013, which may then be used by withholding agents to determine whether to withhold against FFIs. To ensure that funds and other FFIs are included on this list, an asset manager will need to take certain steps by October 25, 2013.
If the procedure in the Regulations applies, a Participating FFI will be required to enter into an agreement with the IRS to comply with FATCA. This agreement (which has not yet been released) will be a standard form that cannot be modified. FFIs will be able to register with the IRS through a secure online web portal ("Portal"). The Portal will permit an FFI to complete an entirely paperless registration process with the IRS from anywhere in the world. FFIs will be issued a Global Intermediary Identification Number (or GIIN) through the Portal, which will be used by an FFI to establish its FATCA status for withholding purposes and to facilitate compliance. The Portal will also be the primary means for financial institutions to communicate with the IRS regarding their FATCA requirements. It will be accessible beginning no later than July 15, 2013, and FFIs will be required to register by October 25, 2013 to be included on an initial list of compliant FFIs.
Because many different service providers and parties act for funds, many asset managers are unsure of which party is responsible for FATCA compliance. Under FATCA, the FFIs (i.e., the fund itself and also its manager, if a non-U.S. entity) have primary responsibility. But depending on the fund's organizational structure and domicile, a fund manager, trustee (if any), custodian and administrator may need to act on the fund's behalf. Service providers and managers will need to agree among themselves how FATCA compliance will be carried out, but the FFIs (that is, a fund and potentially its non-U.S. managers) will bear ultimate responsibility for the fund's compliance.
The Regulations provide a mechanism to reflect these arrangements: the "sponsored FFI" deemed-compliance category. Under this category, a "sponsoring entity" will agree to register with the IRS and undertake the diligence, withholding and reporting obligations of a participating FFI on behalf of one or more sponsored FFIs. The provisions enable trustees and fund managers to ensure FATCA compliance of family trusts, investment subsidiaries and other passive investment vehicles where compliance by each vehicle itself would be impracticable (for example, due to lack of any employees) or overly burdensome.
Similarly, an FFI that is a member of an "expanded affiliated group" that includes one or more FFIs may elect to be part of a consolidated compliance program where a "Compliance FI" reports and ensures FATCA compliance on a consolidated basis.
By January 1, 2014, funds will need to conform their account opening procedures to FATCA's requirements. Among other requirements, funds will need to collect FATCA-mandated information on all new investors, either by amending their investor intake documents or by collecting U.S. tax forms (W-9 for U.S. taxpayers and, typically, W-8BEN for non-U.S. taxpayers). Because funds will eventually need to collect similar information from existing investors, there may be some benefit to beginning collection of U.S. tax forms as soon as possible. While W-8BEN is currently being revised to reflect FATCA's requirements, the Regulations allow FFIs to rely on pre-FATCA forms in certain circumstances. Finally, funds will need to report certain information gleaned from this due diligence process to the IRS, beginning March 15, 2015 (with respect to calendar years 2013 and 2014).
In many respects, the final Regulations are only a first step — the IRS still has work to do. The Preamble to the Regulations states that the IRS will publish a revenue procedure containing all the terms and conditions applicable to FFIs for FATCA purposes before July 15, 2013 (when the Portal is expected to become accessible). It is also expected that Treasury will conclude a substantial number of IGAs with partner jurisdictions before the October 25, 2013 deadline, which may ease the burdens of FATCA compliance substantially for FFIs resident in those jurisdictions. But, for the first time, asset managers have a good picture of what FATCA will require.
1 FATCA encompasses the foreign account reporting provisions of the U.S. Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act enacted in March 2010.
2 A "withholdable payment" generally includes (i) passive U.S. source income such as U.S. source interest, dividends, and other fixed or determinable annual or periodical gains, profits, and income, and (ii) any gross proceeds from the sale or other disposition of any property of a type which can produce U.S. source interest or dividends. Because the rules relating to the U.S. source income are technical, it can be hard to predict whether a particular asset will generate U.S. source income in a given year.
3 The Regulations also make clear that asset managers are themselves likely to be FFIs, subjecting them to the same requirements as the funds they advise. However, many asset managers should be able to take advantage of a carve-out from the bulk of FATCA's requirements as they pertain to the manager's own interest holders.
4 Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to Improve International Tax Compliance and to Implement FATCA, Annex II, available at http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/tax-policy/treaties/Documents/FATCA-Agreement-UK-9-12-2012.pdf.
5 Per § 1.1471-5(f)(1)(i)(C)(2): "Each holder of record of direct debt interests in the [QCIV FFI] in excess of $50,000, direct equity interests in the FFI (for example the holders of its units or global certificates), and any other account holder of the FFI is a participating FFI, registered deemed-compliant FFI, retirement plan described in § 1.1471-6(f), non-profit organization described in paragraph (e)(5)(vi) of this section, U.S. person that is not a specified U.S. person, nonreporting IGA FFI, or exempt beneficial owner."
6 Under the Regulations as proposed, no sales to U.S. persons would have been permitted. A "specified U.S. person" includes a U.S. person other than a regularly-traded corporation, U.S. tax-exempt investor, bank, REIT, RIC, registered dealer, broker, or certain individual retirement plans. Non-U.S. persons other than noncompliant FFIs are generally permitted to invest in a Restricted Fund.
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There are a couple of main tactics that they seem to have started employing since the new patch is squelching their ability to get to us. The first one involves random group or raid invites where the spammers invite a massive amount of people and just repeat the same text over and over in party or raid chat. While many people will not fall for this, these blind invites may prove problematic for those people who are using the LFG tool. The best suggestion I saw was to /who anyone who sends you an invitation to make sure that you aren't getting invites from level one characters.
The next tactic that has been seen was standing a character in a fairly centralized area and just spamming everyone in /say with the information over and over and over. I know I've seen that one near the mailbox in Org, and it was also mentioned that other people had seen them standing between the mailbox and the auction house so that people running by were spammed with the information.
Obviously, the only real protection is vigilance -- or getting one of those mods that completely blocks any text whatsoever from level one characters. But at least the signal to noise ratio in regards to spam whispers isn't anywhere nearly as bad as it was. (Much thanks to Blizzard to that!) Hopefully Blizzard's Federal lawsuit against that scungy gold-selling-site that I won't name because I'm not going to advertise for them will make it clear to these companies that it is game over for them.
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Tips and Information: Traveling to the U.S.
Below are a few travel tips and information that you may find useful.
For security reasons, the airlines are asking people to arrive earlier than before; some security lines are moving slowly, so if you miss a flight for some reason, don't panic. CALL the school and your pickup contact (if you have one) to let them know of the change of plan. The airlines will probably be able to put you on a later flight that same day.
If you have traveled at all in the past few years, you've probably already stood in security lines while your bags were x-rayed and you and your fellow passengers produced identification papers numerous times, took cell phones and laptops out of their cases, emptied pockets of coins and keys, stripped off shoes, belts and jewelry. And for some, the need to stand, arms and legs outstretched, while an electronic wand was waved around their body, possibly to determine what caused all that beeping when they stepped through the metal detector. Or everyone going through a Bio-scanning machine. Remember: This is a good time to keep your sense of humor, but it is not a good time to make jokes. Comments about guns, bombs, box cutters, hijackings and anything else related to terrorist activities that have caused the deaths of thousands of innocent travelers will be taken seriously. At the very least, you will be detained; not a good way to start your journey.
It is important to arrive early at your departure site 90 minutes to two hours is the general rule. Sometimes, longer for an international flight. International travelers usually go through three lines; once at check-in, once for the examination of checked luggage, and once at the personal security check-through. Being late for your flight will not get you moved to the front of these security lines.
To make things move faster for yourself and for those waiting in line behind you, make use of the following tips:
-Read the permitted and prohibited items list: http://www.tsa.gov/ . Some things that are not allowed in your carryon baggage can be carried in your checked luggage.
-Keep your passport and boarding pass readily available. You will be asked for these documents more than once, so there is no point in putting them away until you are completely through security.
-How you dress for an international flight can make a difference in how quickly you can move through security. Since you will be asked to remove your shoes, we advise against intricate laces, long rows of clasps, buckles, or other fasteners that take time to get your footwear off and on because it will hold up the line. Smart travelers wear slip-on shoes, which are also convenient for getting comfortable on long international flights. Although you will not be asked to remove your clothes (other than coats, suit jackets, and blazers), clothing with metal buttons and buckles will definitely cause the beepers to go off and you will need to be "wanded" which, again, uses up time for everybody. Wear comfortable clothing with a minimum of metal fasteners. Keep in mind that you will have to remove much of your jewelry if it contains metal, and you will also have to empty your pockets of coins, keys, cell phones, and other bulky items. Even full packs of cigarettes can set off the beepers. It takes time to take things off and put them back on, to empty each of your pockets and fill them up again. Dress accordingly. If you have lots of pocket items, put them in a clear plastic bag so you can pull it out for inspection in one easy go and are not patting yourself down repeatedly while your fellow travelers are glancing at their watches. Even better, put the plastic bag in your carry-on luggage and retrieve it after clearing the inspection point.
-Pack your valuables and fragile items such as jewelry, cash, cameras, and laptop computers in carry-on baggage only. If you are traveling with a laptop computer, remember that you will have to remove it from its case and may need to turn it on for inspectors. You may be asked to do the same with other electronic devices.
-Put all undeveloped film in your carry-on baggage because the checked-baggage screening equipment could damage it. Don't hold things up by trying to locate and remove it from your suitcase while in an inspection line.
-Do not pack wrapped gifts and do not bring wrapped gifts to the security checkpoint. This will assuredly cause you to be pulled aside for further inspection. And use common sense: if you bought a friend or relative a great set of knives, pack them unwrapped in your checked, not your carry-on luggage. Items confiscated at security checkpoints are not returned, and you wouldn't want to disappoint your friends or relatives. If you wish to lock your baggage, use a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recognized lock. Go to www.tsa.gov for more information; otherwise you may find the fastener on your bag broken when you arrive at your destination. Checked luggage may randomly undergo additional inspections before being loaded onto the carrier. If your bag is chosen, it will be opened so it's best to allow unfettered access.
The Transportation Security Authority (TSA) has ruled that passengers are only allowed to bring liquids through the security checkpoint that fit in a 3 ounce or smaller container. These containers must fit in a quart size clear plastic bag. This is for all liquids and gels, including, beverages, shampoo, lotion, toothpaste, hair gel, and other items of similar consistency. If you are going to transport these items in containers larger than 3 ounces, then you will need to place them in your checked luggage. Passengers may have baby formula, or juice if a baby or small child is traveling. Passengers may also have prescription medication labeled with a name which matches the name on the passenger's ticket, insulin, or other essential non-prescription medications. Items purchased passed the security checkpoints may be brought on board the aircraft.
For further information, please visit the Transportation Security Department at www.tsa.gov.
Please be careful at the airports. There are many pickpockets and thieves just waiting to steal your bags and wallets. We recommend that you keep your passport and visa documents on your person, not in a bag or wallet. Also, any large quantities of cash that you carry should be in a safe place on your person. (We have had people tape cash to their stomachs or sew it into their clothes.) Do be careful of anyone who is near you, because the pickpockets are very good at what they do. Also, it is important to know that you cannot bring into the US more than $10,000 cash without telling immigration. (We have had students whose money was taken from them at the boarder because they had more than $10,000.) The safest thing to do is to have your tuition and fees wired directly to the school before you leave your country.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) is committed to facilitating your stay in the United States while you take advantage of our nation's academic, educational, and cultural offerings. To enhance security without slowing legitimate travel, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has instituted some changes in U.S. entry and exit procedures. Careful planning and preparation by international students can ensure that any delay based on these procedures is minimal.
PLAN YOUR ARRIVAL You may be refused entry into the United States if you attempt to arrive more than 30 days before the program start date listed on your SEVIS I-20 form.
ALWAYS HAND-CARRY YOUR DOCUMENTS Do not check the following documents in your baggage. If your baggage is lost or delayed, you will be unable to present the documents at your port of entry. As a result, you may not be able to enter the United State 1. Your passport, valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected stay; 2. SEVIS Form I-20. 3. In addition, it is strongly recommended that you also hand carry the following documentation: 1. Evidence of financial resources; 2. Evidence of student status, such as recent tuition receipts and transcripts; 3. Paper receipt for the SEVIS fee, Form I-797, and 4. Name and contact information for your Designated School Official, including a 24-hour emergency contact number at the school. For comprehensive information on procedures for traveling and arriving in the United States, visit: http://educationusa.state.gov/predeparture/travel/customs.htm
COMPLETE YOUR ENTRY PAPERWORK If Arriving By Air: Flight attendants will distribute Customs Declaration Forms (CF-6059) and Arrival Departure Record Forms (I-94). These must be completed prior to landing. Do NOT make any errors. It is very hard to change this after you have arrived. If Arriving By Land or Sea: The CBP Officer at the port of entry will provide the necessary Customs Declaration Forms (CF-6059) and Arrival-Departure Record Forms (I-94) to be filled out upon your arrival.
AS YOU ARRIVE AT THE PORT OF ENTRY Proceed to the terminal area for arriving passengers. Have the following documents available for presentation: your passport; SEVIS Form (I-20); Arrival-Departure Record Form (I-94); and Customs Declaration Form (CF-6059). The Form I-94 should reflect the address where you will reside, not the address of the school or program. All visitors entering the United States must state their reason for wishing to enter the country. You will also be asked to provide information about your final destination. It is important that you tell the CBP Officer that you will be a student. Be prepared to include the name and address of the school program where you will enroll/participate. Once your inspection is successfully completed, the inspecting officer will: Stamp your SEVIS Form for duration of status (D/S) for F visa holders, Stamp your SEVIS Form for 30 days beyond program end date for M visa holders, Stamp the Arrival-Departure Record Form (I-94) and staple it in the passport
FOLLOWING ADMISSION INTO THE UNITED STATES Students should report to their school within 30 days of the date that appears on the SEVIS I-20 form to register for courses or to validate their intended participation. Failure to do so may result in serious consequences.
SECONDARY INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS If the CBP officer at the port of entry cannot initially verify your information or you do not have all of the required documentation, you may be directed to an interview area known as secondary inspection. Secondary inspection allows inspectors to conduct additional research in order to verify information without causing delays for other arriving passengers. The inspector will first attempt to verify your status by using the Student and Exchange and Visitor Information System (SEVIS). In the event that the CBP Officer needs to verify information with your school or program, we strongly recommend that you have the name and telephone number of the foreign student advisor at your school. In the event you arrive during non-business hours (evening, weekends, holidays), you should also have an emergency or non-business hour phone number available for this official. Failure to comply with U.S. government entry-exit procedures may result in your being denied entry to the United States. Under certain circumstances, the CBP officer may issue a "Notice to Student or Exchange Visitor" Form (I-515A), which authorizes temporary admission into the United States. Work with your school to submit the proper documentation without delay. US-VISIT All nonimmigrant visitors holding visas -- regardless of race, national origin, or religion -- participate in the USVISIT program, a comprehensive registration system tracking entries to and exits from the United States. For more information: www.dhs.gov/dhspublic/interapp/editorial/editorial_0440.xml
NATIONAL SECURITY ENTRY-EXIT REGISTRATION SYSTEM (NSEERS) Some individuals may be asked to provide additional information under the National Security Entry-Exit Registration System (NSEERS). A packet of information will be available at the port of entry explaining the registration procedure. For more information: www.dhs.gov/dhspublic/interapp/editorial/editorial_0440.xml
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132 FLIGHT international, 17 January 1981 Boeing's better 737 cockpit BRITISH AIRWAYS is operating 18 of the 19 Boeing 737s which it has on order. The last one is scheduled to arrive in Britain in early June after completing autothrottle integration. British Airways calls its aircraft Super 737s to emphasise that its fleet sports several items of advanced avionics which are appearing together for the first time on the type. Luft hansa is taking delivery of 36 similar aircraft, and the specification and layout of the avionics has been a joint effort between Boeing, the avionics suppliers and the two airlines. The three major items of interest are the Lear Siegler performance data computer system (PDCS') coupled with the Smiths Industries STS-10 autothrottle; a pair of Sundstrand headup displays (Huds); and a Sperry glareshield mode control panel (MCP) combined with a new flight mode annunciator. The roof panel, engine instruments and pedestal are standard, while the pilot's instru ments include a strip radio-altimeter, 5in attitude director and horizontal situation indicator, and a large Mach/ airspeed indicator which features a servoed cursor connected to the PDCS. An RCA weather radar is cen trally placed above the throttles. The PDCS control box comprises a keyboard, a turret switch and a cathode ray tube (CRT) display. It is mounted to the right of the weather radar and below the undercarriage lever. The PDCS displays the optimum weight and maximum engine pressure ratio (EPR) during all phases of flight. The airspeed cursor and EPR bug are also activated by the PDCS. The pilot has to select the flight mode —take-off, climb, cruise, descent, hold, go-around or continuous (in the engine failure case)—on the turret switch. The PDCS can also perform several other fuel-related calculations like optimum flight level and when the amount of fuel will reach a speci fied value. At present the PDCS is purely advisory, but from early next June it will be used in conjunction with the Smiths Industries STS-10 autothrottle (Flight, September 13, 1980). The autothrottle adjusts each engine EPR individually to its optimum value. The fuel savings are estimated at 2 per cent for the PDCS alone, with a fur ther 2 per cent becoming available when the autothrottle is included in the loop. British Airways hopes to measure the fuel savings made in ser vice, taking into account training and pilot experience. The Sundstrand headup display has both take-off and landing modes, a feature which led to British Airways' choice. The take-off roll guidance display comprises a fixed inverted V representing the aircraft and a verti cal reference line below representing the runway centreline. The Hud com puter tracks the localiser and uses the aircraft's heading to calculate the position of the centreline. The rate of change of the localiser posi tion and of the heading are also used in the calculation. The fact that the localiser is getting nearer is taken into account. The visual approach monitor has a horizontal flight-path bar which is aligned according to the approach British Airways and Lufthansa are taking delivery of Boeing 737s with flight decks like this example. A pair of Sundstrand foldaway headup displays and the Sperry glareshield mode control panel dominate 1 ^gSB angle selected on the pedestal- mounted control box. The angles are shown on vertical scales to each side of the flight-path bar as a reminder. This bar is lined up with the runway, resulting in an approach at the appro priate angle of descent. In the final stages of the approach, the bar is lined up with the Vasis. The mono chrome display is supplemented by a three-colour fast/slow indication be neath it. A green "O" appears if the speed is correct, with an amber "F" indicating that the aircraft is fast. A red "S" appears if the aircraft is slow. The Hud comes into its own for take-offs in patchy fog when the run way visual range (RVR) is below 150m—an aid is required by law below this RVR. British Airways hopes to use the Hud to take off successfully at RVRs down to 75m. The primary use of the landing guidance is approaches to non-ILS runways, especially at night. This is particu larly suitable for British Airtours' operation—Airtours has nine 737s identical to those of the parent airline on order, delivery of which should be completed in April. Lufthansa's ad vanced 737 flight deck differs from British Airways' in that it uses a Sfena windshield guidance display (WGD) instead of the Sundstrand Hud. WGD projects symbols on to the windscreen to guide the pilot on his ground run. The most important aspect of the glareshield MCP is that it is a com bined autopilot and flight director controller. Sperry developed the hard ware, while the layout was a joint effort between Sperry, Boeing, British Airways and Lufthansa. The MCP comprises the usual course, airspeed/ Mach number, heading, altitude and vertical speed selectors, the push button mode controllers featuring internal lights showing which mode is selected. There is also a new annun ciator of the three-sided prism type mounted below the MCP on each side. The MCP is used to arm the dual- channel Sperry SP177 autopilot and the flight director. The autothrottle- related controls on the left are in operative until the autothrottle enters service, and the lateral navigation selector is intended for the perform ance navigation computer system (P'NGS) which Lufthansa is propos ing for its 737s. The PNCS will have a navigation function incorporated with the PDCS, producing what amounts to a full flight management system.
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Below is the poem entitled Rest in Peace, My Friend which was written by poet
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