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While Apple handles the issue perfectly well, I am less sure that they really should in all cases. Parental controls in OS X and iOS work as they should and my kids have not made any unintentional IAPs ever (both have an iPad, the older daughter, 14, also has an iPhone since x-mess).
The ongoing trend that everybody seems to be responsible for children, except for their own parents, reaches lunatic levels. You can use parental controls, you can run accounts without a credit card (vouchers or gifting only), or you can give children prepaid debit cards with fixed amounts... Plenty of possibilities. Or you can blame everybody else and hope for some judge to like it.

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what is toxemia and what are all signs and symptoms of this disease.do you always have symptoms, if not then how else would i know.is this always life threatening to my unborn baby,how is it treated
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i was diagnosed with toxemia "poison" during the last about 4 monthes of my first pregnancy. it's got a lot to do with having high blood pressure. i could feel my "nerves" get bad and when i'd stand up i'd black out or get dizzy. it only lasts until u have the baby. once he/she's born, it's over. because of toxemia i'll have my baby earlier then your normal healthy pregnancy. about 3 weeks early he was still healthy though. it wont effect the baby after it's bornposted 06/03/2008 by candy2333
i was diagnosed with toxemia when i had my first child. she was born 5 weeks early and at 3lbs 15oz 15in. i was VERY SICK. in the hospital for 10days prior to her birth wich was emergency c-section. she is perfectly healthy now, even taller than all the girls in her class, but did get sick extreamly easy and was in and out of the hospital with RSV, and pnemonia. My second child born 7yrs later, i was healthier. but i still had high bloodpressure and had to take it easy. i was hospitalized once. now im 5weeks pregnant with my 3rd. im TRYING to watch my salt intake and stay active. my chances of having toxemia or HBP again is high.posted 07/29/2008 by DanielleL3
Dear Anonymous: I had my baby at 34 weeks because of severe toxemia. He did have to go in the NICU for 13 days, but only because his lungs weren't mature enough, which is common. He is turning 2 in a couple of weeks, and nobody would ever know he was a premie. Plus, he's actually ahead of the children in his class. You should be just fine!posted 07/20/2008 by momof1cutiepie
This is not really an answer more like a question a friend of my mothers said that i need to go to my dr. and get checked for toxcemia because when i press my fingers on my stomach you can see the outline of them still on my belly for a sec or two when i move them away and it has me worried but i dont have any swelling anywhere and im 22 weeks monday would anyone know anything about this me personally i think she's full of it but any help would be appreciated.posted 03/23/2013 by Asher*Zayne's*Mommy
I had severe toxemia with my 2nd and was induced about a month early. I had the symptoms since I was 4 months along. My daughter was and still is a healthy 6 yr old. I however am still suffering the after affects with my kidneys.... If you know something is wrong tell your doctor until they listen! I am now 3 months along with my next and am a high risk.posted 06/23/2011 by fleah228
how do you know if you actually have toxima or just swelling of ankles and feet because of the pregancy?posted 03/06/2011 by kitcat0728
I had toxemia with my first 3 kids, and had to be induced 3 1/2 weeks early. My first two weighed between 6 1/2, and 7 1/2 lbs. My last one only weighed 5lbs even. I just found out I'm pregnant again, but am trying not to worry about it until I have too. All of my kids were healthy, and are developmentally normal. I just try to eat good, and stay away from salt or MSG. Those things seem to make me swell, and feel horrible. GOOD LUCK!posted 10/24/2008 by a BabyCenter Member
OH AND....i just posted below, also i wanted to add that my second child had to be c-section and my 3rd will have to be also.posted 07/29/2008 by DanielleL3
i am 34 weeks i went to the doc. today and he told me i have toxemia .the doc. said it could make me lose the baby will this hurt my baby baby if i have to have him early?posted 06/24/2008 by a BabyCenter Member
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KIAWAH ISLAND — The state Supreme Court has agreed to hear — again — the Capt. Sam's Spit case over an access-road embankment to allow development.
Rehearing the Capt. Sam's case
The S.C. Environmental Law Project petition argued for the S.C. Supreme Court rehearing on these terms:The difference between the two earlier decisions and the differences of opinion among justices will create confusion for subsequent cases.The ruling allowing the embankment erodes the authority of the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control.The ruling upsets provisions in the law that favor public benefit.
It's a rare move for the court, which already has heard and reheard the case — and issued conflicting decisions. It's an unexpected turn in the battle over the future of the prized, wildlife-rich environs.
Amy Armstrong of the S.C. Environmental Law Project, who filed the petition for rehearing on behalf of the Coastal Conservation League, said she was informed by the court late Thursday that it would be reheard and oral arguments scheduled for June 5.
"This case has taken an unusual path the whole way," Armstrong said. "I'm cautiously optimistic. I'm glad they are taking another look at this. I think there are important issues to warrant it being reheard."
Kiawah Development Partners confirmed the company also had been informed.
"We'll be prepared to present our argument June 5 and answer any questions they might have, just like we've done previously," said Mike Touhill of KDP.
Capt. Sam's is a 150-acre teardrop of exposed land on Kiawah's western edge. KDP plans a 50-home development in its dunes. Shorebirds flock to feed on its tidal flats. The embankment would be built along a stretch of riverbank where dolphins regularly strand feed — driving schools of bait fish onto the beach and jumping after them to eat. The behavior is found almost nowhere else but the Southeast coast.
Environmentalists and community groups have fought for two years to stop the project and the embankment. The developers say both can be built without significantly disrupting the environs.
In the last decision in February, the court allowed KDP to build a revetment, a sloping porous wall or embankment, to support the road to the proposed development.
The embankment would run along an eroding bank of Kiawah River on the spit's narrow neck. The court had denied the embankment in an original decision.
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failure to send out Cobra paperwork
I posted this question in the general law site without much response so I'll try here.
What are the consequences of not sending COBRA paperwork out on time, very late or not at all?.
My former company is very late with the paperwork. They have cancelled my insurance though so I am stuck in limbo. I have sent a couple of emails with no response.
I was the HR rep for my company but I was always very timely with COBRA paperwork so I don't know what the company needs to do or what options I have.
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RE: failure to send out Cobra paperwork
My understanding is that until you receive your COBRA election form you should be considered as a participant. This is something that could get very difficult to pursue however. Any claims should be paid as if you were a participant during this period, and you should be allowed to have the 60 day election period from the date of receipt of the notification--not the original event--if the receipt date is longer than 30 days after the event. The point of this is to prevent employers from "forgetting" to send COBRA paperwork to QBs. In the absence of forgetfulness/negligence on the part of the company, was your address correct when you left? COBRA paperwork only has to be mailed by regular mail (if not given to you directly) and the postmark date would prevail if the letter is returned to the company as undeliverable.
If you intend to exercise your COBRA rights, use a registered letter. Then you have proof positive that you were trying to do so.
Good luck with this. It doesn't sound pretty.
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My address was definitely updated as I did updates myself and have been living in the same place for awhile now. So am I to understand that if I have to go to the Dr. or emergency room for whatever reason (I have been diagnosed with vertigo) the company is responsible for the bill. My doctor wants to give me an MRI and I can't do it until this is resolved.
Thanks for your help!
RE: failure to send out Cobra paperwork
Boy FHR, your life goes from one mess to another - hang in there - it'll get better.
As for your COBRA rights (briefly): your former employer has 14 days from the cancellation date of your health insurance to send you your notification letter. Then, you have 60 days to elect after receiving the notification letter (or 60 days from the cancellation of your insurance - whichever is longer) and another 45 days to pay once/if you elect.
As you probably know, by them not complying with these timeframes, sets them up for hefty fines/penalties and you for possable legal action. Document your attempts to aquire it - this documentation just may come in handy. Good luck.
RE: failure to send out Cobra paperwork
I did a little more research for you and a re-education for myself. According to Fed. Reg. 62 FR 40699 (7-29-97), ERISA violations could be up to $110 per day per violation. If you do the math, that could be a way to "encourage" your former employer to get your election form to you. DOL takes a dim view of an employer failing to provide employees COBRA benefits--how would they deal with an audit? and possible fines?
Your situation is exactly what COBRA is supposed to help.
Department of Labor phone number: (202) 219-8776 according to my sourcebook
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Roberta, thanks for the info.
I did call the number that you posted. The individual that I talked to told me that employers have 44 days to inform me of my COBRA rights.x:-/ This inconsistent with what I remember and what is on the website. He also told me that there are no fines or other motivating factors to assure that ex er's send the notifications out in a timely manner.
I know that the new HR person is not doing any HR administration. Her only focus is recruiting and payroll. There are others that have been terminated that have not recieved COBRA, one of whom has a heart condition.
We are in a bit of a pickle here. Anywhere else I can go?
RE: failure to send out Cobra paperwork
How it reads is the er has 30 days to notify the plan administrators of the qualifying event then the plan admin. has 14 days after notification to send enrollment docs to qualified ee. This totals 44 days.
As far as penalties for non-compliance I did not see any.
Check out this website: www.dol.gov/ebsa/pdf/cobrareg-hamburger.pdf
Good Luck!
RE: failure to send out Cobra paperwork
There is a statutory penalty for late COBRA notices to former employees of $110 per day (after the 14 or 30 [44] days as previously posted). However, there have been court decisions denying the penalty if the former employee is not harmed (doesn't elect, or has no gap in coverage), or the employer acted in bad faith.
The penalty provision of ERISA leaves it to the court's discretion to determine whether penalties are appropriate for a failure to notify. It is not necessary to find that the employer acted in bad faith or that the employee was harmed for an ERISA penalty to be assessed, but the court may consider these factors in exercising its discretion.
RE: failure to send out Cobra paperwork
I'll just jump in here as being on the other side - the employer who failed to send a timely COBRA notice (extinuating circumstances - long story). Anyway, our ex-employee contacted the federal DOL, not the state. I received a personal phone call from a "COBRA enforcer" (ok...not their formal title) wanting an explanantion for my failure to provide timely notification. I was also threatened with a hefty fine, even though I was doing everything I could & the problem was at the insurance company's end.
So here's my suggestions:
1) Contact the federal DOL because somebody from there sure decided to call me.
2) Get medical treatment as if you are covered.
3) Remember that once you get your COBRA election notice, you will be covered back to the qualifying event, but you will also be responsible for back premiums as well. So budget accordingly.
4) As a last resort, contact an employment attorney. If a phone call from the DOL doesn't light a fire under them (it did me!) then maybe a letter from an attorney will.
Good luck!
RE: failure to send out Cobra paperwork
"How it reads is the er has 30 days to notify the plan administrators of the qualifying event then the plan admin. has 14 days after notification to send enrollment docs to qualified ee. This totals 44 days."
I may be wrong but I think if you look into it, you will find that the 30 days applies only if you don't do the COBRA administration duties in-house. Ohterwise, you have 14 days to send out the notice.
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My little collection of trees consists of a few Dollar Tree tinsel trees, feathered trees I found on clearance this summer from a vintage clothing store that was moving, DIY music sheet covered trees, and a sparkly silver cone tree from JC Penny a few years ago. I used small cupcake stands to vary the height of the trees. My little vintage trio of trees are ornaments I found at Walmart last year. The wreath is Martha Stewart for K-Mart that I found years ago.
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// More simple but festive Christmas decor to come! Have you decorated your home for the holidays yet?
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I was suffering through the same torture if it makes you feel any better! SOOOO badly I wanted to buy fresh holiday decor! But that is just too expensive for me to do every year! Though I did find some garland on sale with a coupon that looks almost real that I hung over our front door that I will share soon.
This makes me so happy. Being good stewards of our money together!!! xo
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Rumor Central: TFC reportedly ship DP to FC Dallas
Rumor Central: TFC reportedly ship DP to FC Dallas
Julian de Guzman appears to be on his way out of Toronto after four years spent as one of the biggest names on the Reds' roster.
Sportsnet in Canada is reporting that de Guzman has been traded to FC Dallas, although it's unclear exactly what head coach Paul Mariner's club will get in return for one of their three Designated Players.
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Johnny Knorr Orchestra brings back its New Year's Eve partyWritten by Brigitta Burks | News Editor | firstname.lastname@example.com
The Johnny Knorr Orchestra is bringing the big-band sound back to New Year's Eve with its gala celebration. Last year was the first time in decades the party did not occur.
This year will mark the 27th New Year's Eve Gala, said Jerry Knorr, the musical director. Knorr's father Johnny started the orchestra in 1960 and died in August 2011.
"The Stranahan Great Hall (the party's location), they had booked another party [last year] and it was shortly after my father's passing and it was just a little too much to handle. We're pleased to be able to bring it back this year and resume a longstanding tradition," Jerry said.
The party will feature a large dance floor, a buffet by Michael's Gourmet Catering and a performance by the ballroom act "Strictly Show." There will also be a champagne toast to welcome 2013. "Ragtime" Rick Grafing and Dennis Williams will emcee the event.
And of course, The Johnny Knorr Orchestra will perform.
Jerry took over as musical director in early 2011 and has continued to lead the band since his father's death. He joined the orchestra as a high school student.
"I've been with the orchestra since day one and have always been a part of it and this is just an evolution, continuing the tradition. As we approach our 53rd year, to me, it's just been a natural transition of carrying on the orchestra," Jerry said.
Michael Drew Shaw, a longtime friend of Johnny's who also produced a documentary on the orchestra, said, "I think that it's been a difficult year for Jerry. … These guys weren't just father and son, they were business partners. They lived next door to each other out in Oregon. I know Jerry took the loss of his pop pretty hard, but I've been impressed with his determination to keep the band going."
The reason the orchestra is so successful is because of its commitment to Johnny's principles — and to pleasing the crowd, Jerry said.
"[Johnny] grew up as what was known as a sideman and played with several different orchestras. And he thought he just wanted to do things a little bit better so he formed his own orchestra," Jerry said.
"[He] always was striving for a little bit better and I guess that's what brought about the longevity (of the group). He always was observant and played for the dancers … we always played for the audience, the dancers, so they always wanted us to return."
Shaw said the orchestra's work ethic is why it has been on the Toledo music scene for so long.
"[Jerry and Johnny] have a passion for the music they play. … The orchestra members have that same passion. They just love to get out there and play the music.
"I think it's that collective passion they have for keeping big-band music alive," he said.
Although they have the same work ethic, Jerry said there are differences between him and his father.
"Dad was a very stern taskmaster and I guess I'm a little more relaxed about it and achieve similar goals in a different manner" he said.
Like his father, Jerry plays the saxophone and the clarinet. His grandfather was also musical and played the piano.
Jerry has an engineering degree and also attended the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, N.Y.
Today, his orchestra has 12 members and two vocalists. The average tenure of an orchestra member is 25 years, Jerry said.
"These are all professional musicians and they travel as much as 100 miles to come play with us," he said.
The orchestra will release a new CD, "We'll Meet Again," at its New Year's Eve party.
"We're very excited about being able to have this new CD and have that be a part of the New Year's Eve function. It's been a few years since we did a recording, so we're pleased to bring it out," Jerry said, adding that the new album is "a little
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The CD will also be available for $15 at johnnyknorr.com.
The gala draws in people from all over, Jerry said.
"The event is sometimes quite amazing as to the following we have. I have people who have obtained tickets from Columbus and from as far away as Florida."
Tickets for the gala are $60 per person and must be purchased by Dec. 28. Call (419) 697-7612 to purchase. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.
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The British brand's new M Street store mixes sequin minis with rugged motorcycle boots—and its signature wall of sewing machines
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The expansive two-story shop is brimming with reclaimed furniture and artifacts. Fringed handbags hang from industrial gears. Hand-painted tees and denim shorts sit atop repurposed printing presses. A towering wall of antique sewing machines—a signature fixture in every AllSaints store—spans the entire second-floor window. And while the vintage-inspired brand looks back in time for décor inspiration, the shopping experience couldn't be more modern: iPads throughout the space provide instant access to their online store.
The AllSaints women's collection offers everything from shimmery frocks and bejeweled accessories to leather jackets and premium denim. Their latest styles, in stores now, mix rock 'n' roll chic with rugged femininity—think distressed leather boots, flowing maxi dresses, and kaleidoscope minis flecked with sequins—and celebs are already fans. Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon sparkled in the Aztec Dress ($460) at this year's Vanity Fair Oscar Party. The brand's footwear line has also taken the Hollywood Hills by storm—Rihanna and Jessica Alba have been spotted in the Military Boot ($295), while Ashley Greene and Miley Cyrus have sported the Damisi Boot ($295) on several occasions. [A note about sizing from our British editor Sophie Gilbert: AllSaints, for whatever esoteric reason, uses British sizing, which might be confusing if you're not aware of it beforehand. Sizes tend to range from a UK 6 to a 14 (around a US 0 to an 8/10), so don't be dispirited if the size 8 you grabbed doesn't get past your ankles.]
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Housed upstairs, The men's line boasts a seemingly endless supply of fitted blazers, striped knits, and slim trousers. Joe Jonas recently dressed-down in the Delta Hood Crew ($110), while Hayden Christensen laced-up in the Military Boot ($299).
Some are quick to lump AllSaints in with other European imports like Topshop and H&M, but the brand isn't geared towards discount shoppers. With prices ranging from $60 for graphic tees to $900 for leather jackets, AllSaints falls somewhere between megabrands like J. Crew and upscale labels like Alice + Olivia. We recommend heading in for investment pieces you'll wear through multiple seasons, like the Velutina One-Shoulder Dress ($549) or Heston Jacket ($440).
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Burnnurse1, I'm not one to doubt you. You have a much better idea what you saw than I do. But I will say this. If you saw a black panther, it is apparently a different species than the mountain lions of the western states. From what I understand, there has never been a black one out there, because they don't have a gene for a melanistic phase.
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Milwaukee Brewers closer John Axford recently received a big pay day from the organization, as he will make $5 million plus incentives for the 2013 MLB season. What exactly does Axford plan to do with his new riches?
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Allegiant Air Calls It Quits In Northern Colorado
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BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville
330 De La Couronne, Quebec, QC G1K 6E6
Phone: 418/649-1919 | Fax: 418/529-4411 | 177 Rooms
Check Out Time: 12:00 PM | Check In: 3:30 PM | Online Reservations
Our downtown location, unbeatable rates and quality amenities make staying at our Quebec City hotel an easy choice.
Enjoy free Internet and a relaxing dip in our indoor pool. We understand that even if you're here for business, you deserve a Quebec City hotel that puts your comfort first. Close to the old city and numerous events, it's easy to get anywhere, whether it's a meeting, family reunion, tradeshow or top attractions. Hotels in Quebec City are known for hospitality, but we go beyond with the best service, quality and amenities.
For hotels in downtown Quebec City surrounded by some of the top attractions in the province our property is the perfect choice. Colisee Pepsi is nearby, and the cruise terminal is a short drive from our property. If you're docking in town and looking for a comfortable, cool and spacious place to stay, our Quebec City hotel delivers. If a tradeshow is what brings you to town, just minutes away is our Quebec City Convention Centre hotel.
We are close to the train and bus station, so using public transportation has never been easier. Our hotel in Quebec is designed to make your stay as smooth as possible. Enjoy free Internet and free local calls, which is especially enjoyed by business travelers. Our location is close to the offices of Ubisoft, CGI, Le Soleil and numerous other businesses and agencies.
Located in the downtown area, the best of the city is at your doorstep. We're a pet-friendly Quebec City hotel, because we understand that the whole family being together is what makes a trip special. BWR members and AAA members will feel right at home, and we're a green hotel so there's no worry over your carbon footprint. Promotions and packages are available for a number of guests. Can we do anything more to help you enjoy your stay? Simply ask one of our friendly staff members.
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Hotel Amenities & Services
- Wireless internet connection in public areas
- Exercise facilities
- 100% smoke-free hotel
- Restaurant on-site, Bistro LE 330, fine dining
- Cocktail lounge, Café In, cafe-Brûlerie/wine bar
- Indoor pool
- Hot tub
- Exercise Facility, complimentary, open from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Weight lifting equipment
- Stair stepper
- Stationary bike
- Treadmill
- Elevator
- Interior corridor
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge
- Multilingual staff (English, French, Spanish)
- Porterage/bell service
- Foreign currency exchange, U.S.
- Dry cleaning
- Express check out (with advance announcement)
- Safe deposit box
- Doctor on call
- Cable or satellite television
- Free wireless Internet access available in public areas and all guest rooms
- Business center, high-speed Internet, free Wi-Fi
- Printer available
- Fax services
- Fax machine
- Computer available
- Photocopy, (nominal fee)
- Photocopy services
- Photocopy machine, (nominal fee)
- Audio/visual equipment, (nominal fee)
- Conference services
- Dataports
- Courier
- Shipping
- Mail services
- Video billing
- Meeting facilities, total capacity of all meeting rooms is 85 people.
- Banquet facilities
- Conference facilities
- Catering
- Equipment rental
- Coffee shop, Café In, Coffee Shop/Wine bar
- Air-conditioning
- Elevator, wheelchair accessible
- Ice/vending machines, all floors
- Valet parking, 24.00 CAD, (nominal fee)
- Paid parking available, 24.00 CAD, (nominal fee)
- Higher rates may apply for holidays/special events
- Complimentary newspapers
- Extended stay, prior arrangements are required
- Room service from pub 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Charging station for electric vehicles available
- Truck and RV Parking offsite, available 24 hours. 24.00 CAD (nominal fee)
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BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville
Conveniently located, the best western plus city centre/centre-ville in Quebec, Quebec is shown on the map. Detailed driving directions from popular points or nearby cities are listed below. For those with GPS, here you go:
Longitude: 46.814904 / Latitude: -71.225384
Driving Directions to Hotel
From: The north. Take Highway 73/Laurentien. Laurentien becomes Dorchester Street, turn left on Du Roi Street. The BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville is located at the corner of Du Roi and de la Couronne, across the street from the Quebec City Public Library.
From: The south. Take Highway 20 (Trans Canada Highway), cross over the bridge Pierre Laporte and follow Henri IV North (73 North). Follow the traffic signs to the exit for the 440 East (Charest Boulevard East). Follow this route to the City Center area. At the CGI Building turn left on de la Cournne Street to the BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville.
From: The west. Take Highway 40. Highway 40 becomes Route 440 East, Charest Boulevard. Follow this route to the City Center area. At the CGI Building turn left on de la Couronne Street BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville.
From: The east. Take Highway 20 (Trans Canada Highway). Cross over the bridge Pierre Laporte and follow Henri IV North (73 North), follow the traffic signs to the exit for the 440 East (Charest Boulevard East). Follow this route to the City Center area. At the CGI Building turn left on de la Cournne Street to the BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville.
From: Ontario, Ottawa, North. Take the Highway 417 East. Trans Canada Highway E / Provincial Route 417 E becomes Autoroute Transcanadienne E. Take Highway 20 (Trans Canada Highway). Cross over the bridge Pierre Laporte and follow Henri IV North (73 North), follow the traffic signs to the exit for the 440 East (Charest Boulevard East). Follow this route to the City Center area. At the CGI Building turn left on de la Couronne Street to the BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville.
From: Ontario, Toronto, West. Take Highway 401 East. Road names change to Highway 20. Get on Transcanadienne 40 East. Take Highway 25. Highway 25 becomes Trans Canada 25. Trans Canada 25 becomes Trans Canada 20 (towards Quebec). Cross over the bridge Pierre Laporte and follow Henri IV North (73 North), follow the traffic signs to the exit for the 440 East (Charest Boulevard East). Follow this route to the City Center area. At the CGI Building turn left on de la Couronne Street to the BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville.
BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville
We care about the quality of your stay with us. Below are nearby attractions, shopping and restaurants that are popular with our guests. Listed locations are nearby with approximate distance listed where available.
Most Popular Area Attractions
Aquarium du Québec
Aquarium du Québec, located along the Saint Lawrence River in downtown Quebec City, is home to more than 10,000 marine animals. Visit this wonderful family attraction to watch the sea mammals, fish, invertebrates, reptiles, seals, walruses and polar bear. Kids love getting their hands on the artefacts in the Artic Kiosk Discovery center and touching the invertebrates in the Discover the Coastal Zone.
Everyone enjoys watching the silly walrus and seals during their performances. During a warm summer day, the water games area is a great place to cool down. After exploring this 16-hectare site, bring along a picnic lunch to relax along the river while satisfying your appetite. At the end of a fun-filled day, kick up your feet in a comfortable Best Western guest room. Enjoy your travels in Quebec.
Artillery Park National Historic Site
The Artillery Park National Historic Site in Quebec City, is the location of the French and British barracks and defensive buildings, built in the 17th and 18th centuries. Enjoy touring the kitchen, restored dining room, officers' mess hall, drawing room and industrial buildings. The site was also used as an ammunition factory.
Stroll through the interpretive centre to learn about the site's history and the history of Quebec City. Time your visit to watch one of the daily gunfire demonstrations, during the summer. Enjoy your time in Quebec and rest comfortably with Best Western hotels.
Canadian Railway Museum
While in the Capital City region of Quebec City, make time for family fun at one of the city's most popular museums. Visit the Canadian Railway Museum, Exporail, to view the exhibits, ride the trains and partake in a guided tour. Permanent exhibitions include: Reliving Canada's Railway Adventure, The Little Railroader's Car, Miniature Trains and Railway Stations. Kids love the five-minute Miniature Train ride, where they travel over three bridges and go through a tunnel.
Step aboard the historic streetcar for a ride around the museum site and enjoy a fifteen-minute ride on a passenger train. The custom tours, day camps and school programs, round out the activities available for children. Before leaving, stop by the gift shop to browse the wonderful selection of items. Make the most of your time at this wonderful Quebec museum, by enjoying comfortable accommodations from Best Western hotels.
Ferme Guillaume Létourneau
Covering around 8,600 acres, Ferme Guillaume Létourneau grows organic fruits and vegetables on l'île d'Orléans à Québec, in Sainte-Famille, northeast of Quebec City, Quebec. Although the farm's focus is on the production of maple syrup, taffy, and caramel, visitors are also invited to enjoy a bounty of "U-pick" berries and apples, as seasons allow.
Fall visitors will find farm-fresh jams, jellies, butter dishes, and grout available for purchase, as well as organically grown fruits and vegetables. Ferme Guillaume Létourneau prides itself on being open to visitors every day each fall and winter.
Ferme Laval Gagnon
First established in 1783, the Ferme Laval Gagnon is a family farm on l'île d'Orléans à Québec, in the St. Lawrence River, northeast of Quebec City, Quebec. The farm invites visitors to enjoy and utilize bountiful rows of "U-pick" berry bushes, as well as a pumpkin patch and over 3,000 apple trees.
Ferme Laval Gagnon is a popular school field trip destination and guided tours and tractor rides are visitor favorites. Kids also get an opportunity for up-close interaction with the farm's animals, while visitors of all ages enjoy hot corn on the cob, served with butter and salt, during corn season.
Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site of Canada
Dating back to the 1600s, the Fortifications of Québec City National Historic Site of Canada preserves the city walls built to protect Québec City during the Battle of the Plains of Abraham. Today, the site is known as the Ramparts of Québec City.
The park invites visitors to explore what's known as "Old Québec," with an abundance of interpretive activities. Specific activities include the Firing Demonstration, interpretive events like Mission Fortifications, and the Artillery Park self-guided tour.
François-Xavier Garneau House
The historic Francois-Xavier Garneau House was built in the 19th century in downtown Quebec City. Francois-Xavier Garneau was the founder of the Institut Canadien de Quebec, and was also an historian. He authored the History of Lower Canda.
Visit this historic mansion to see the rare books, Victorian furnishings, Victorian holiday decorations, objects from the Empress of Ireland wreck and gramophone music. While in Quenbec City, also visit the Artillery Park National Historic Site. Rest in comfort, while in Quebec, as a guest of Best Western hotels.
Montmorency Falls Park
Southern Quebec travelers should include a visit to Quebec City to see one of Mother Nature's best works. Visit Montmorency Falls Park north of downtown Quebec City, to see the breathtaking 275-foot Montmorency Falls. The beautiful falls are 98 feet higher than Niagara Falls and span 150 feet wide across the Montmorency River, before dropping into the Saint Lawrence River.
Visit this magnificent park to view the falls from numerous lookout points. Enjoy a ride in the park's aerial tram for a wonderful view of the falls or walk across the suspension bridge for yet a different view. Time your visit to the park for the annual international fireworks competition to view the fireworks at night in front of the falls. While in Quebec, rest assured as a guest of Best Western hotels.
Morrin Centre
Expand your literary knowledge during your next visit to Quebec City. Stop by the Morrin Centre, a wonderful cultural centre in the Capital City of Quebec, to learn more about the English-speaking culture. This impressive centre is housed in a 200-year-old building, a National Historic Site, that once housed the first prison in the city. Bring your camera to capture images of the jail cells, during a guided tour of the building.
By 1862, Morrin College moved into the building, becoming the first English language higher education institution in Quebec City. The country's first learned society, the Literary and Historical Society of Quebec, moved into the building's north wing in 1868. Take time to tour the library and to view the collection of fiction books, history books, biographies, children's books and local materials. Stay close to this wonderful must-see historical building, as a guest of Best Western hotels and enjoy a wonderful night's rest.
Old Town Quebec
An UNESCO World Heritage Site, Old Quebec – or Vieux-Québec – is a historic district within Quebec City. The oldest neighbourhood in Quebec's capital city, Old Town Quebec encompasses 135 hectares and over 14,000 structures.
Old Town is encircled by the Ramparts of Quebec City – some of the last fortified city walls in North America. A National Historic Site of Canada, the Ramparts feature several historic gates, including Porte St. Jean and Porte St. Louis – originally erected in the late 1600s.
The Historic District of Old Quebec is found along the Saint Lawrence River. Home to the Séminaire de Québec and the Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica-Cathedral, Old Quebec is known as North America's most European neighbourhood – and features many visitor-friendly activities like walking tours, horse-drawn carriage rides, and the annual Carnaval de Quebec.
Place Royale
Capital City visitors ready to explore the historical facets of Quebec City, need to include a visit to Old Quebec. This historical area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, encompasses Upper Town and Lower Town in the La Cite-Limoilou borough. Stroll through Old Quebec to visit Place Royale, a wonderful small plaza filled with a variety of quaint shops and restaurants. Take your time walking along the cobblestone paths, while admiring the beauty of the surrounding historical buildings.
Be sure to snap a photo of the Louis XIV statue in the center of the plaza. Before leaving Old Quebec, be sure to also tour the Notre-Dame Basilica-Cathedral, completed in 1843, near the plaza. While in the southern region of Quebec, choose one of the several Best Western hotels for comfortable lodging and excellent guest services.
Quebec Winter Carnival
The Quebec Winter Carnival held annually in January or February, has become the "largest winter carnival in the world"! The snow capital of Quebec City first celebrated winter in 1894 to warm the hearts of its citizens. Now, the carnival is the third in the line of "top carnivals", following Rio and New Orleans carnivals.
Plan your Quebec vacation in time to be a part of the winter fun. Favorite activities include canoe races, snow sculptures, sledding, the snow bath, snow rafting, soap box derby, sleigh rides, dogsled racing and the WestJet Zipline. Grab a red trumpet, don your red clothes, and have fun celebrating along the parade route. After fun outdoors, warm up in a comfortable Best Western guest room and enjoy excellent guest services.
Québec/Jean Lesage International Airport
Supporting the traffic of over 1.3 million passengers per year, Québec/Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) serves Quebec City and surrounding southeastern Quebec communities. Owned by Transport Canada and operated by Aéroport de Québec Inc., YQB is the second busiest airport in the province.
Formerly known as Aéroport de l'Ancienne Lorette, and Aéroport de Sainte-Foy, YQB's current name honors former Premier of Quebec Jean Lesage. YQB schedules domestic and international flights for airlines like Air Canada Express, Air Inuit, and Delta Connection.
Sainte Anne de Beaupre Basilica
While traveling in the province of Quebec be sure to make your way to Sainte Anne de Beaupre, located northeast of Quebec City. This beautiful city along the Saint Lawrence River is home to the Sainte Anne de Beaupre Basilica. The site of this magnificent Neo-Romanesque style basilica dates back to 1658 when a small chapel was built to house a Saint Anne statue and as a place of worship. Saint Anne is known to heal the sick and to have performed miracles.
The Roman Catholic Church even credits this Catholic sanctuary with performing miracles. Throughout the years, the basilica became famous for its healing properties and has been expanded to accommodate the millions of pilgrims that visit it. Many pilgrims have left their canes, crutches and braces at the entrance of the basilica with claims of being healed. Enjoy quality time at this wonderful place of worship and take in its beauty. The nearby Best Western hotel provides comfortable accommodations, for Quebec City area travelers.
More Area Attractions & Services
- 0.50 kilometer(s)from de la Rue St. Joseph, shopping, restaurants, bars, theaters, business.
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Old Quebec, walking tours, shopping, major touristic attractions and host for many festivals.
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Vieux Port, public market, boutiques, restaurants, art and antique galleries.
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Quebec City Convention Centre
- 11.00 kilometer(s) from Ice Hotel, ice bar and wedding chapel.
- 1.30 kilometer(s) from Grand Theatre de Quebec, concert hall
- 2.00 kilometer(s) from Quebec Cruise Terminal, arrival and departure dock for cruise ships.
- 2.00 kilometer(s) from Chateau Frontenac, the most photographed hotel in the world.
- 2.00 kilometer(s) from Museum of Civilization, one of the largest museums in the Province of Quebec.
- 2.00 kilometer(s) from Plains of Abraham, large park, historic site, outdoor sports, concerts, miscellaneous events.
- 2.50 kilometer(s) from National Museum of Fine Arts of Quebec
- 3.00 kilometer(s) from Centre de Foires/Expocite, Congress Center and exhibition center for special events.
- 3.00 kilometer(s) from Pepsi Coliseum Quebec, hockey games, concerts and events.
- 15.00 kilometer(s) from Aquarium of Quebec, 10,000 marine animals that inhabit the Aquarium include fish, reptiles, amphibians, and sea mammals.
- 16.00 kilometer(s) from Wendake Huron-Wendat, his
- 30.00 kilometer(s) from Valcartier Village Vacanc, giant water park during the summer, largest winter playground in America during winter.
- 35.00 kilometer(s) from Shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre
- 2.00 kilometer(s) from Place Fleur de Lys, shopping mall
- 9.00 kilometer(s) from Laurier Quebec, shopping mall
- 9.00 kilometer(s) from Place Sainte-Foy, shopping mall
- 10.00 kilometer(s) from Galeries de la Capitale, shopping mall
Distances to Popular Points of Interest
- 10.00 kilometer(s) from Sainte-Foy
- 20.00 kilometer(s) from Levis
- 25.00 kilometer(s) from Sainte-Anne de Beaupre
- 37.00 kilometer(s) from Sainte-Marie de Beauce
- 50.00 kilometer(s) from Montmagny
- 80.00 kilometer(s) from Saint-Georges de Beauce
- 80.00 kilometer(s) from Trois-Rivieres
- 120 kilometer(s) from La Malbaie
- 153 kilometer(s) from Drummondville
- 253 kilometer(s) from Montreal
- 255 kilometer(s) from Laval
- 451 kilometer(s) from Hull/Ottawa
- 0.50 kilometer(s) from Ubisoft & Beenox
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from ABB Bomen Company
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from CGI, Cognicase Incorporated
- 6.00 kilometer(s) from C.H.U.L. Hospital
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Desjardins
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Radio Canada Television, public television broadcast company
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Rothmans Benson & Hedges
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from S.A.A.Q.
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Stadacona papers company
- 0.50 kilometer(s) from National School of Public Administration
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Quebec University
- 6.00 kilometer(s) from Universite Laval
Local Area Recreation Opportunities
- Indoor pool
- Hot tub
- 30.00 kilometer(s) from Stoneham Ski Station
- 40.00 kilometer(s) from Mont St-Anne Ski Station
- 80.00 kilometer(s) from Le Massif Ski Station
Nearby Restaurants
- Fine dining on premises, Bistro Le 330
- Bistro Le 330, on premises, Full Service, International, Open for: breakfast, dinner, Open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for breakfast and from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for dinner.
- Cafe in Brûlerie/wine bar, on premises, Coffee Shop, American, Open for: breakfast,
- Adjacent to Subway®, Fast Food, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner,
- Adjacent to Le Cercle, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner,
- Adjacent to Versa Restaurant & Bar, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
- Adjacent to Yuzu Sushi, Full Service, Japanese, Open for: lunch, dinner,
- 0.50 kilometer(s) from Bistro Les Bossus, Bar/Lounge, French, Open for: lunch, dinner,
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Mo Urban Tavern, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
- 1.00 kilometer(s) from Edward Pub Restaurant, Bar/Lounge, American, Open for: lunch, dinner,
BEST WESTERN PLUS City Centre/Centre-Ville
Enjoy your stay with us even more by checking out some of the most popular area points of interest and local area events happening in or near Quebec. Chase the links to explore the local region even more.
Local Events Worth Considering:
August 2015
Expo Quebec
Enjoy hundreds of rides, exhibits, science tricks, animals, and musicians at Quebec City's Exposition Centre.
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NOTE: This article is from the oprainfall campaign hub, written by an independent campaign, and hosted on the oprainfall website. The opinions herein may not represent the opinions of the oprainfall website.
This Friday, March 1, 2013 we will continue our campaign with a fourth mass-social media posting to renew interest in the Breath of Fire series and show Capcom that fans would love to see a sequel to the resting IP.
Participants for this Friday mass-posting are asked to do the following (and for the first of every month after):
- "Like" the Breath of Fire Facebook (https://www NULL.facebook NULL.com/pages/Breath-of-Fire/164105313636956) and Twitter (https://twitter NULL.com/BreathofFire_) page.
- "Like" and post on Capcom's official Facebook page (https://www NULL.facebook NULL.com/capcomunity?fref=ts) about Breath of Fire, requesting a sequel, re-releases/remakes, expressing your love for Breath of Fire, etc.
- Similarly, "Like" and post on Capcom UK's official Facebook page (https://www NULL.facebook NULL.com/pages/Capcom-UK/228858053902156?fref=ts) with the above. I would particularly like fans to request a digital re-release of the PC version of Breath of Fire IV and a request for Europe to get Breath of Fire IV on Playstation Network, which has been on the Japanese and North American online stores for a while.
- Follow and tweet @Capcom_Unity (https://twitter NULL.com/Capcom_Unity) with BoF6 requests as well, likewise with @Capcom_UK (https://twitter NULL.com/Capcom_UK) and @CapcomUnityJp (https://twitter NULL.com/CapcomUnityJp).
- Register for the Capcom-Unity (http://capcom-unity NULL.com/) forums and post in the Breath of Fire discussion group (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/thread/view/7341/811415/breath-of-fire-groupdiscussion-thread). Feel free to make new threads under Game Discussion (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/forum/view/7341/17051/capcom-games-discussion) that discuss elements of Breath of Fire games.
- A few threads about Breath of Fire exist on the Ask Capcom section. Please post in those and start up some discussions (links are below)!
- Log into your PSN account (or if you don't have one yet, create one here (https://account NULL.sonyentertainmentnetwork NULL.com/external/create-account!input NULL.action)) and vote UP on the following two fan requests:
- Breath of Fire III & IV on PSN (http://share NULL.blog NULL.us NULL.playstation NULL.com/ideas/2010/04/12/breath-of-fire-iii-iv-on-psn/)
- Breath of Fire 3 download in the U.S. (http://share NULL.blog NULL.us NULL.playstation NULL.com/ideas/2010/09/14/breath-of-fire-3-download-in-the-u-s/)
- NEW: Post on the official Sony Playstation Facebook page (https://www NULL.facebook NULL.com/PlayStation), requesting a PSN release of Breath of Fire III for North America. Capcom is currently in talks with SCEA about possibly giving another go for the game, which was initially rejected by Sony six years ago.
Capcom-Unity threads you can post in (feel free to create new ones):
Possible release of Breath of Fire: Dragon Quarter as a PS2 Classics title? (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/ask_capcom/go/thread/view/7371/29758865/possible-release-of-breath-of-fire-dragon-quarter-as-a-ps2-classics-title)
Breath of Fire Series Merchandise (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/ask_capcom/go/thread/view/7371/29787573/breath-of-fire-series-merchandise)
Sticky: Breath of Fire Group/discussion Thread (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/thread/view/7341/811415/breath-of-fire-groupdiscussion-thread)
Has a Capcom game ever made you emotional? (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/thread/view/7341/28886761/has-a-capcom-game-ever-made-you-emotional)
Breath of Fire IV HD Graphics (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/thread/view/7341/29754445/breath-of-fire-iv-hd-graphics)
Breath of Fire 16 bit (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/thread/view/7341/29755541/breath-of-fire-16-bit)
Breath of Fire DQ: SOL (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/thread/view/7341/29745197/breath-of-fire-dq-sol)
Breath of Fire series, why u make no more T^T lol (http://www NULL.capcom-unity NULL.com/capcom_games_discussion/go/thread/view/7341/29621393/breath-of-fire-series-why-u-make-no-more-tt-lol)
If you have the funds, purchase the following:
- If you own a Wii or Wii U in North America, Europe or Japan, purchase Breath of Fire II on the Virtual Console for 800 Wii Points.
- If you own a PSP, PS3, or Vita in Europe or Japan, purchase Breath of Fire III (PSP) (https://store NULL.sonyentertainmentnetwork NULL.com/#!/en-gb/games/breath-of-fire-3-psp/cid=EP0102-ULES00193_00-PPCBREATHO000001) on PSN (Great Britain link enclosed).
- If you own a PSP, PS3 or Vita in North America or Japan, purchase Breath of Fire IV (https://store NULL.sonyentertainmentnetwork NULL.com/#!/en-us/games/breath-of-fire-iv-(ps3-psp-ps-vita)/cid=UP9000-NPUJ01324_00-0000000000000001) on PSN (US link enclosed).
Due to differing time zones, you're free to begin your posts starting at midnight on March 1.
Some basic rules:
1. Don't spam. Basically, don't constantly tweet or Facebook post the same thing. You can keep different types of posts going throughout the day, but don't be overbearing. For Capcom's Unity forums, threads with Breath of Fire-related subjects are fine. Different BoF threads on Capcom's Game Discussion and Ask Capcom forum sections are OK if they're about different subjects (ex. one is about requesting Breath of Fire IV on PSN in UK, another is about your favorite version of Ryu or Nina, etc.).
2. Don't be negative. There is no reason to attack a company or its employees just because they're not doing what you want them to do. Keep this positive, and focus on the fact that you'd love to see the Breath of Fire series revitalized.
3. Respect your fellow peers. Some may hold different opinions about the games than you do, but that doesn't make it an excuse to attack them for liking or disliking a specific title.


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Nearly every truly iconic music video since 1984 has been nominated for at least one Video Music Award in its year of eligibility, but in the twenty-seven years that the ceremony has been held, only ten individual music videos have won five or more Moonmen. (This year, Adele's "Rolling In The Deep" and Katy Perry's "E.T.," featuring Kanye West, could potentially join the club.) These videos got the attention and praise of everybody in their respective years of release. But do they stand the test of time? What about their competition? Here's our look at the ten most-lauded videos in VMA history.
Madonna, "Ray of Light": Five VMAs (of eight nominations)
Concept: Madonna raves on fast-forward all over the planet.
Competition: "Ray Of Light" wasn't the only video with eight nominations: Garbage's video for "Push It" had as many nods (though, ultimately, no wins). We'd totally forgotten about "Push It," actually, and its stocking-masked nun heist/exorcism would be huge today, because it looks like a Lady Gaga video from the 1990s, and if there are two things music fans like these days, they're Lady Gaga and the 1990s. The year of eligibility for this ceremony was also the height of jiggy rap, but while Diddy's five nominations were split among four videos (Puff Daddy and the Family: "It's All About The Benjamins"; Notorious B.I.G. Featuring Puff Daddy: "Mo Money Mo Problems"; Mariah Carey Featuring Puff Daddy and the Family: "Honey (Remix)"; Puff Daddy & Jimmy Page: "Come With Me"), Will Smith got as many nominations just for "Gettin' Jiggy Wit It" (though the video only won one Moonman).
Verdict: While we love "Push It," the fact that we had to refresh our memory sort of proves that "Ray Of Light" was simply the stronger video that year. As for jiggy rap? Hype Williams was robbed, sure—none of the Best Direction nominees, even, were jiggy rap—but Diddy has gotten his fair share of VMAs over the years (and even hosted one of the ceremonies). HOLDS UP
INXS, "Need You Tonight"/"Mediate": Five VMAs (of eight nominations)
Concept: A cut-and-past aesthetic with multiple exposures, mostly in black and white (important exception: heartthrob lead singer Michael Hutchence in full color). Then a riff on "Subterranean Homesick Blues" and (what else) a sax solo!
Competition: George Harrison's "When We Was Fab" had six nominations but no wins. U2 had four nominations each for "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" and "Where The Streets Have No Name"—but the two videos competed against each other in three categories, which probably split the 1988 vote (and U2 walked away empty-handed). Astonishingly, Michael Jackson's "Bad" and "The Way You Make Me Feel" only had one nomination apiece (both for Best Choreography; they lost to Janet Jackson's "The Pleasure Principle"). One of MTV's most requested videos that year, "Welcome to the Jungle," won in its only category. George Michael's "Father Figure" was nominated once (and "Faith" not at all). And those are just the biggest of the big.
Verdict: We can't argue with the "Need You Tonight"/"Mediate" single, but the video is very much of its time, and there was such a wealth of top-level contemporaneous videos that were not getting recognized. Even among the videos that got nominations, "Where The Streets Have No Name" (an iconic rooftop video) got nominated again, in 2009, for Best Video (That Should Have Won a Moonman). DOES NOT HOLD UP
Herbie Hancock, "Rockit": Five VMAs (of eight nominations)
Concept: Piecework robots, hydraulics, puppets, lights, record-scratch video edits, and Hancock on the television screen. A surreal nightmare, or maybe just a post-human dance party.
Competition: "Thriller." Believe it or not, the Michael Jackson video was only nominated for six VMAs (and only won three). Also in 1984: "Every Breath You Take," giving The Police eight nominations but only one Moonman.
Verdict: "Rockit" is one of the best videos of all time, and any other year we wouldn't question its wins. But as a Dave Chappelle character once said, "'Thriller', man. 'Thriller.'" SPLIT DECISION
Green Day, "Boulevard of Broken Dreams": Six VMAs (of six nominations)
Concept: Green Day walks the empty street on the Boulevard of Broken Dreams. There are some damaged-footage effects.
Competition: The only other video that even got five nominations was U2's "Vertigo," but there were plenty of strong videos that year, like Mariah Carey's "We Belong Together," Missy Elliott's "Lose Control," Amerie's "1 Thing," and especially R. Kelly's "Trapped In The Closet."
Verdict: Maybe we're just being contrarian, but "Boulevard Of Broken Dreams" doesn't give us anything visually that we can't just hear in the song, and if we wanted to see Green Day walk through their video we'd watch "When I Come Around." DOES NOT HOLD UP
The Smashing Pumpkins, "Tonight, Tonight": Six VMAs (of eight nominations)
Concept: Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris send the Smashing Pumpkins on Georges Méliès's voyage to the moon.
Competition: The heavy hitters: Alanis Morissette, "Ironic" (three wins of six nominations); Bjöork, "It's Oh So Quiet" (one win of six nominations); Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, "The Crossroads" (no wins of five nominations); Foo Fighters, "Big Me" (one win of five nominations). Other notable exclusions: 2Pac (featuring Dr. Dre and Roger Troutman) "California Love" and Busta Rhymes's "Woo Hah!! Got You All in Check," each with one nomination and no wins.
Verdict: As much as we love the Busta video, the bigger crime is that Missy Elliott's "Supa Dupa Fly" didn't win any of the three Moonmen it was nominated for a year later. As for 1996? "Tonight, Tonight" is as strong a candidate as any (though "Tha Crossroads" ought to have gotten some recognition), and its 1902 referent makes it less bound to time and place in the way that, say, "Ironic" is. HOLDS UP
a-ha, "Take on Me": Six VMAs (of eight nominations)
Concept: Our comic-book racing hero breaks down the fourth wall to reach his real-world love.
Competition: Dire Straits' computer-animated satire "Money For Nothing," with eleven nominations and two wins; Robert Palmer's "Addicted to Love," with five nominations and one win.
Verdict: We were sure this would be the one that was least deserving of its VMA sweep, but now we're thinking 1985-1986 just really sucked for music videos. "Money For Nothing" might be as memorable, and "Addicted to Love" more iconic, but especially considering "Take On Me" won Viewer's Choice, we can't think of a video that really should have won bigger that year. HOLDS UP
Fatboy Slim, "Weapon of Choice": Six VMAs (of nine nominations)
Concept: Christopher Walken defies gravity and expectations with inventive choreography.
Competition: *NSYNC, "Pop" (four wins of six nominations); Christina Aguilera, Lil' Kim, Mya, and Pink, "Lady Marmalade" (two wins of six nominations); Missy Elliott, "Get Your Freak On" (no wins of six nominations); Eminem Featuring Dido, "Stan" (no wins of five nominations)
Verdict: We're not sure what's more astonishing—that in 2001 MTV had separate Moonmen for Best Rap Video and Best Hip-Hop Video, or that even under those circumstances Missy still got shut out. "Weapon Of Choice" is a singular video, though. HOLDS UP
R.E.M. "Losing My Religion": Six VMAs (of ten nominations)
Concept: A high-concept, oil-painting clip that, frankly, doesn't get enough credit for introducing certain types of iconography to music video (technical camera and light adjustments as effects; evocations, rather than full-on portrayals, of imagery, like the angel wings).
Competition: Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game" (seven nominations, three wins); C+C Music Factory "Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)" (seven nominations, two wins); George Michael's "Freedom '90" (five nominations, no wins).
Verdict: Another not-so-strong year for music videos. Even still, "Freedom '90" is an all-time favorite and it feels slightly anti-populist to stick with R.E.M. (though much less so than with "Rockit" and "Thriller"). SPLIT DECISION
Lady Gaga, "Bad Romance": Seven VMAs (of ten nominations)
Concept: High-fashion meets high-class hooker at the Bath Haus of Gaga.
Competition: Eminem's "Not Afraid" was eight times nominated (and won twice, in categories for which "Bad Romance" was nominated) but the only thing really on the level of "Bad Romance" last year was Gaga's other nominated video (with Beyoncé), "Telephone."
Verdict: It's tough to say whether a video "holds up" less than a year later, but Gaga's Fame Monster period is the peak of her visual creativity, and though we like "Telephone" somewhat more, the synthesis in "Bad Romance" of all-white-everything European goth-chic with the aesthetic of classic choreographed dance videos is striking in a unique way. HOLDS UP
Peter Gabriel, "Sledgehammer": Nine VMAs (of ten nominations)
Concept: The building blocks of life become Peter Gabriel's face, which then becomes fruit, modern art, and clay, and then Gabriel walks off into the stars. Basically it's the catchiest animation clip reel ever (with claymation contributions from future Wallace & Gromit creator Nick Park!).
Competition: Janet Jackson's singles from Control, Paul Simon's "You Can Call Me Al," the Genesis video for "Land Of Confusion," Jermaine Stewart's "We Don't Have To Take Our Clothes Off," Run-DMC's "Walk This Way," and maybe a handful of others.
Verdict: Even considering the bias MTV may have had against pop or rap videos winning big at the VMAs, it's practically impossible for a video to win that big without being head and shoulders above the rest. HOLDS UP
There you have it: the big winners mostly deserved to win. That's comforting, right? As for Adele and Katy Perry, we'll see on Sunday at 9PM if they'll be joining the club. Got a particular video in mind that could give one of these clips a run for their money in their respective eligibility years? Let us know in the comments.


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Chief Max Wood began by outlining the services offered to city residents, which for now only includes fire suppression to the City of Gray and the rest of Jones County's District 7. A total of 4,900 people live in the district.
The city fire department made a total of 135 runs in 2013 but are already at 146 for 2014. The city has a fire ISO rating of 5, which affects homeowner's insurance rates.
Since 2011, the city fire department has increased from 17 members to 30. There are two fire safety educators where there was none before, and fire instructors are up to three from one.
All of those factors can improve the city's ISO rating.
Currently, the city and county fire departments operate on a verbal agreement for assisting each other in responding to calls.
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by Samantha Richmond
SCAP Researcher
People with disabilities, especially within the African context, really do have a raw deal in this life. Not only do we usually have to navigate the medical terrain of our disabilities, but we also have to deal with the physical and social barriers that our society imposes on us. I use the word "we" because I myself am partially-sighted and I unashamedly identify as a person with a disability. This notion of "identifying as disabled" is an interesting one and one that in many ways highlights the complex and fluid nature of disabilities as well as the difficulties associated with trying to have a united disability movement. And perhaps this very notion of identification is exactly why African policy-makers have, until now, stayed significantly far away from addressing disability in a more concerted and integrated fashion.HP0-P20
In my capacity as a SCAP researcher, I attended the 2011 African Network for Evidence-to-Action on Disability (AfriNEAD) symposium which was held on 28–30 November at the Elephant Hills Resort hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The Elephant Hills Resort was a fitting location, not only for its majestic views of the Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River and all the natural fauna and flora that surrounds these two prominent tourist attractions; but also because it was the first hotel I have been to in Southern Africa that was fully accessible to people with disabilities. The hotel had ramps at every turn as well as elevators for wheelchair users and all the stairs in and around the hotel had their edges painted white for people with partial and low vision. Sign-language interpreters were made available (by the symposium organisers) to those with hearing impairments. Additionally, the hotel staff were friendly and helpful; they didn't seem at all taken aback or uncomfortable (which most people probably would have been) by the array of disabilities that were present. I think it is safe to say that the sheer accessible nature of their hotel means that they are quite used to hosting people with a variety of access needs.
The broader aims and ambitions of this annual symposium (and in many ways of AfriNEAD) were to explore the multitude of issues involved in conducting more evidence-based research within the realm of disability and in ensuring that this research is subsequently utilised by policy-makers as part of their policy-making processes on issues around disability. This notion of conducting research for policy-makers and policy-making directly speaks to the broader aims and ambitions of SCAP to promote the visibility and translation of research produced in Africa. The interesting challenge that spaces such as the AfriNEAD symposium raise for initiative such a SCAP is: how do such initiatives move beyond the boundaries of the programme and its participating institutions to promote the visibility and translation of research? Research communties outside the framework of the traditional university need a significant amount of guidance, education and support in order to develop more effective strategies to ensure that their research is more visible as well as acessible to a wider community.
One of the other interesting themes that emerged during the symposium was the divide between community-based workers and advocates on the one hand and academic researchers on the other when it comes to the issue of conducting scientific research on issues of disability. The general sentiment amongst community-based workers and advocates at the symposium appeared to be that scientific research was mostly a waste of time, while academic researchers felt that scientific research was fundamental. One can understand this divide within the context of the lived experiences of many people with disabilities within Africa. People with disabilities in Africa still lack access to some of the more basic resources and services. In fact, because a huge portion of people with disabilities in Africa tend to also be poor and from non-urban centres, the question that many community-based workers and advocates ask themselves is, how does conducting scientific research change the realities of the people who occupy the extreme margins of our society? Personally, I don't think there should be any divide around whether one should conduct scientific research on issues of disability or not; what we should be debating is how we can conduct scientific research on issues of disability that is relevant and has the potential to promote real-life change.
There also appeared to be a general scepticism around the "scientific" method of research itself. Traditional research on disability was strongly embedded within the field of medicine and failed to capture the "voices" of people with disabilities. The general sentiment at the symposium was that research that is conducted on issues of disability within the African context should capture the lived experiences of people with disabilities. I would further add to these ambitions that this research should be scientifically robust. If policy-makers are to start giving more attention to research around disability, the credibility of the research and the research process needs to be sound and rigorous, and this is a hard reality that many researchers working on issues of disability within the African context need to accept.
Overall, the AfriNEAD space was intellectually engaging and personally inviting – it is not every day that I am able to express my own disability without fear of being socially ostracised. Being partially-sighted, I inhabit a very difficult space in terms of expressing my disability identity and this is an experience shared by everyone with a non-visible disability. It was, however, hard (as it always is) for me to experience how people with more visible disabilities are sometimes "handled", especially during the travelling process (in Africa) and how fellow travellers handle their presence. I think there is a lot that Airlines can do to humanise the experience of travelling for people with disabilities.
Disability is a cross-cutting human rights issue that needs to gain non-marginal status as one. And while the disability movement in Africa, albeit fragmented, is still fighting the battles that some of their comparable movements in the West have already won, we should not lose sight of the battles that are emerging within our ever-evolving society. So, as we move closer and closer into a technological-based society for example, we should always think about how we can, as disability workers and activists, make issues around disability front and centre of this technological revolution. Looking at SCAP's own context, the issue of disability access as it relates to technology is firmly on our agenda for the programme's technological implementation strategy in participating institutions.