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Historic Landscapes
The Historic Landscapes Professional Section seeks to promote the importance and understanding of historic landscapes to all professionals in the public garden community and to encourage agreement about one big idea, which is that every public garden is or will be historic in some way, either now or in the future. Fostering an appreciation of historic resources at public gardens and encouraging public gardens to recognize these resources supports best practices and serves public gardens in several specific ways:
Marketing these resources provides a sense of "added value" to the public and links to the growing trend in heritage tourism;
Strengthening the imperative for ongoing documentation of plant collections, garden ornaments, historic structures, and the garden's general history lends perspective to current projects and develops an organizational culture that supports informed decision-making that balances a garden's history with practical considerations of public use today;
Incorporating this broader perspective helps to clarify goals and objectives in strategic or project planning without interfering with the garden's basic mission in any way.
The Historic Landscapes Section's overall goal is to create awareness about our connections with member garden's past and to help professionals learn to use these connections to invigorate their institution's present and insure a legacy for future generations.
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Jared Jordan...
Posted by Kevin Arnovitz on Thu, 06/28/07, 10:34pm:
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Playground Munchkin.
From Rand Richards Cooper in SI.com [May 25, 2007]:
From Rand Richards Cooper in SI.com [May 25, 2007]:
One summer day 11 years ago, I'd just moved to Hartford, Conn., and on my third afternoon I found my way up the block to the park and a pickup hoop game. It was your typical city playground tableau, a bunch of African-American guys in their teens and 20s, plus me, thirtysomething white guy. And this little 11-year-old white kid. The kid was tiny. Why are they letting this munchkin play? I wondered...I love the idea of Jordan becoming Sam Cassell's new good-natured whipping boy.
...An hour later I was headed home, shaking my head. I just saw this tiny kid do some amazing things on the court, I told my wife. I'm gonna watch him and see what happens. If you followed college basketball this season, you know what happened. The munchkin who surprised me on the court that day grew up to be Jared Jordan of Marist College, a point guard with a brainy, aggressive style and a considerable gift for passing the ball.

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Daily Links: Woody & Rex
- Dispatches from the future … around 11 AM today. [Metro]
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Who else is just eating up this season of loooooooove? I am!
No, literally, I am eating it up. Me and candy hearts? Thisclose.
First of all, I wanted to share a few center activities I'm adding this week.
First up, Be Mine Boxes:
{Click link or picture above to download for free!}
The heart boxes are everywhere right now, but I picked mine up at The Dollar Tree. Since we're getting ready to work on numbers to 40 in Math in Focus, I'm filling the boxes full of different amounts of colored beads. The students then match the number on the heart box to the number on the recording sheet, dump and count the beads, and write the number in the center heart. Within the four squares of the box, the student represents the number in four different ways (i.e. addition/subtraction problems, tallies, written number, base 10, etc.). Cara also has a cute idea for these boxes! {If you have a post with ideas for these boxes, let me know and I'll add you in!}
Literacy-wise, I'm reinforcing beginning blends with the center below because the pumpkins are having a little bit of trouble with these letter duos…
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And, now for some more dollar delights…
Um, yes, those are lip clips. And they're magnetic. What a great visual for students to remember to get their mouths ready when reading! Love. {They're from The Dollar Tree.}
I saw these foldable heart Valentines at Target and just had to have them to put my Sweetheart Snatcher clues in! They come 8-to-a-pack, so they would also be great stand-alone Valentines, perfect for a writing activity.
A pink Mystery Box!!! Y'all, I have been looking for mystery boxes for you ALL YEAR! I cannot, for the life of me, find the same cardboard one that I got around this time last year from Target, but this would be an okay substitute. It's a Valentine's Day Mailbox from The Dollar Tree, but does have slits in the top for cards to go in. I'm sure you could creatively cover them up, though.
And those are some monster-sized doilies up there, also from The Dollar Tree. Can't wait to have fun with them!
Well, I hope your Monday wasn't too Monday-ish. Mine started off with me letting my coffee pot run all over the sink, and then I had to yell at someone (from inside my car) who ran a stop sign and almost hit me. But, it's going to end *great* because I'm all kinds of excited about watching Smash tonight! Then, I'm going to get all cozied up with more candy hearts and Katniss. Because I am just now jumping on that whole bandwagon and omiword: OBSESSED.
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Advertising Words
The advertising words are the key words through which Air China communicates its philosophy to customers and the whole world. They are a powerful means to establish Air China's image and brand. The advertising words of Air China are the essence of Air China's philosophy and they communicate Air China's image of excellence and uniqueness. Some advertising words of Air China are:
• Commitment to service excellence
• Trust, Convenience, Comfort, and Satisfaction
• We serve the world with care. We navigate our future with innovation.
• To meet customers' demands
• To create mutual value
• The Phoenix brings you good luck.
• Wings of China - Our love from the sky.
• The care of Air China is always with you
Teamwork Philosophy of Air China
Loyalty and Dedication, Solidarity and Teamwork, Vigor and Vitality
Air China builds its teams through the teamwork philosophy.
• Air China is a big team which consists of many smaller teams. The team refers to a working group in different forms. The concept of teamwork is important to the internal workings of Air China and competition in the marketplace.
• Loyalty and dedication mean that the teams must be loyal to Air China and conduct their work based on the fundamental interests of Air China. The teams should handle any issues or problems in order to ensure the goals of Air China. The members of the team must be dedicated and determined to accomplish the tasks given by the team and Air China.
• Solidarity and teamwork mean the firm solidarity and effective communication and collaboration, which is the essential for the team to be successful. It is important for there to be good communication between the departments of Air China. Air China puts much emphasis on the solidarity and teamwork among teams, information sharing, effective communication and integrated efforts. Teams and different departments should think in the big picture trying to be tolerant, supportive and considerate of each other.
• The teams should be full of vigor and vitality which comes from good management, the determination and courage of the team, and from the spirit of overcoming obstacles and pursuing excellence. Vitality is of great significance to the team. Only if full of vigor and vitality, can the teams at Air China be unbeatable and invincible with sustainable growth.
• Employees are encouraged to make contributions to the enhancement of corporate core values. Teams are to be determined and full of courage. Each team within Air China should be persistent and ready for any challenge leading to success.
Development Strategy of Air China
To bring our strength into play, To carry out brand strategy
• The development strategy of Air China is the fundamental principle that guide the development of the enterprise.
• The key for development is to foster the core by building competitive strength.
• We will continue to bring the network strength into full play. In China, the consolidation of the hub structures in Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Guangzhou and Shenzhen will complement the international route network with the key markets of Europe, North America, Japan and Korea. The broad and highly effective network strength will help increase our competitive edge both in China and abroad.
• We will continue to build up our brand advantage. As the only flag carrier of China and with our long history, Air China has been in the leading position in the Chinese airline industry for the past few years in terms of safety operation and services. We have gained a high brand value. We will keep on strengthening our brand and make constant efforts to be innovative in our service to satisfy customer needs. We will work hard to make the brand of Air China attractive to customers and maintain the customer loyalty.
• Cost control is a key to success for any enterprise. Air China has demonstrated good cost control and will continue to promote effective methods to minimize costs and maximize profits.
• Air China should appropriately deal with the relationship between scale and economic result. We should compete with our rivals by increasing the efficiency in our resource utilization and by implementing effective management. In addition, we should further maximize profits by establishing a presence in key and high value markets.
• Air China should measure itself against competitors on a constant basis and build up its unique strength while creating new advantages and differentiating itself from others. We should put forth a great effort to improving our core competitiveness.
• The brand strategy of the company should be emphasized for company success. Brand is the core competitive advantage of Air China and is also a key feature that differentiates Air China from other airlines. Air China's brand value rests on its safety standard, service level, position as the flag carrier as well as overall strength. A brand of global recognition has tremendous appeal in the marketplace. Air China has been a well-known aviation brand domestically, but it still needs growth to compete with other Chinese brands across industries. When the brand is recognized by customers both in China and abroad, our success will come with a rapid and healthy growth of the company.
• Long term efforts need to be made to build our brand, and through the decades, employees have dedicated their efforts to this. However, we are aware that one incident of public concern might endanger the brand image of the company. Therefore, every department and employee of Air China bears the responsibility of building up the brand. We need to do our jobs well to satisfy customer demands to the greatest extent. We should play an active role in communicating and promoting the brand of Air China and to make it an internationally well-known brand.
Safety of Air China
Prevention as Priority, System Enhancement, Solid Foundation, Science and Preciseness
The safety philosophy is Air China's safety guidelines.
• Safety is extremely important to Air China. The characteristics of the aviation industry require us to highly value and emphasize the significance of safety. Safety is the most basic service that we provide to our customers and it serves as the foundation for our business and operations. Nothing is more important than our responsibility of assuring safety for customers and employees.
• Our safety guideline is to focus on science based management and experience to build and enhance the long term safety management system. This is to secure the flight safety, air safety and ground safety on the basis of training and supervision.
• We give priority to prevention in safety. Safety guidelines must be based on scientific management, proactive prevention and effective control. The fact that nine out of ten incidents are caused by violations of rules and regulations teaches us that all procedures, operations and transfer of information must be based on strict compliance with rules and regulations. We believe that by giving priority to prevention, appropriate controls, finding and resolving problems in advance and taking effective measures, we are able to achieve the best results for safety.
• System enhancements and systematic management are requirements for ensuring safety. We attach great importance to building the Flight Management System, the Maintenance and Engineering System, the Operations Control System, the Safety Supervision System and all other Air China systems. The successful construction of these systems will ensure effective safety mechanisms in the operations of Air China.
• The solid foundation of Air China's safety work is the building of crew, engineer and flight operation teams with the proper rules and regulations. The safety work of Air China can be assured only when all of the foundations are built solidly.
• Science and preciseness means that our safety work must meet with modern scientific management thoughts, means and facilities. Therefore, we must adopt scientific attitudes, scientific methods and scientific means. We should also focus on preciseness and carefulness in our work and ensure our safety goals with scientific methods and approaches.
Talent Philosophy of Air China
Morality, Passion, Capability, Performance
• The talent philosophy is the fundamental criteria for the company's evaluation, selection, cultivation and utilization of talent resources.
• Morality is the foundation for an employee to bring his or her capacity into full play and passion is the key driving force for getting the job done well. Capability is the prerequisite for success and performance is the ultimate outcome. The process of talent selection, evaluation, and utilization must be performance oriented.
• Total morality is the aggregation of individual morality, professional ethics and social morality. Air China heavily weighs the fundamental morality of individuals and personal moral character as criteria for judgment.
• Passion is the spirit of making unremitting efforts towards the development goals of the company. It is a proactive attitude towards work, a style of prompt and resolute execution, the courage of pursuing innovation and the driving force in taking the initiative. We do not favor those who do not work hard and are passive. We need creative and passionate talents that are full of vigor and vitality and in pursuit of excellence.
• Capability represents the capacity, intelligence and physical strength required to perform the job. We need talented people with dedicated professional skills and comprehensive capabilities. At present, Air China must focus on personal capabilities and measure individual contributions.
• Performance is the basic criteria for judging talent and qualifications and one has to deliver good performance to be considered talented and capable. Air China is in favor of a performance oriented philosophy, which also serves as the criteria for determining the value of talented people.
Management Philosophy of Air China--
People Orientation, Science, Harmony, High Efficiency
The management philosophy is the key policy and guideline for the management of the company.
• Air China's management philosophy of "people orientation, science, harmonization and high efficiency" is aimed at a management style that is people oriented, scientific, harmonized and highly efficient. This philosophy is needed for Air China to sharpen its competitive edge when facing new environments.
• People orientation means that human resources is one of the most critical resources for the operation of Air China and the value of the employees should be recognized by means of new employment and a good salary system. We care for employees' individual interests and their development and try to motivate them by deploying personalized human resources management.
• Science means that we should carry out the decision making and management of the company while employing the latest scientific theories and scientific methodologies. Currently, organizational restructuring has been in full swing and it demands the promotion of Air China's management efficiency and productivity by means of modern philosophy and scientific methodology. Scientific management is one of the key features for Air China to build itself into a highly respected airline worldwide.
• Harmony means an ambience of solidarity, teamwork, tolerance and harmonious relationships. All executives and employees of Air China should move towards the strategic goals of the company and follow the company's policies and procedures to strive for a life and work balance of harmony, solidarity, and teamwork.
• High efficiency has been accelerated by the organizational restructuring which optimized the allocation of resources and achieved high efficiency of management and operations. Air China's executives and employees should make dedicated efforts and contribute to the realization of high efficiencies in the management and work of Air China in a new systematic environment.
Business Concept of Air China
Safety as the top priority, Customer orientation, Credibility as the core
The business concept is the guideline and fundamental business philosophy that the company is following to conduct business operations and activities.
• Safety is the most fundamental service that an airline provides to its customers. To ensure the safety of the passengers and their property is the most important task to us and the foundation for Air China's development. We take safety as the top priority in Air China's business operations.
• Customer orientation is the core of Air China's business concept. All our business activities rely on the target customers we serve. We care for our customers by monitoring the market and we understand that by winning customers we will be successful in the marketplace. The entire business operations and activities of Air China are aimed at providing superior service for customers. We must foster the business concept of customer orientation and make it our first priority in order to satisfy increasing customer demands.
• Credibility is the morality benchmark for the business operations of Air China. Credibility to us means being honest. Without it, we cannot sustain long-term success. The business operations and development of Air China must be credible. As the flag carrier of China that serves the whole world, Air China values credibility as the fundamental requirement that serves as our business philosophy and key component of Air China's brand image.
Service Philosophy of Air China
Trust, Convenience, Comfort, Satisfaction
• The service philosophy is the code of conduct and the ultimate goal of Air China. Air China has proposed a service philosophy of "Trust, Convenience, Comfort and Satisfaction", which has gained prominent results in practice.
• "Trust" is a service requirement emphasizing safety, which means customers need to feel assured after choosing Air China. "Convenience" is a service requirement that ensures the punctuality of flights and a smooth travel experience for passengers during the whole flight experience. "Comfort" emphasizes the necessity of ensuring that passengers feel comfortable, happy and at ease. "Satisfaction" requires that we offer individualized services according to the special needs of the customers.
• Our dedicated service is both a requirement and a standard and we will make it a core part of our efforts towards the building of Air China's brand.
• To carry out the dedicated service philosophy and to facilitate the service project, we must work with our service providers to deliver consistent good service. To foster the service philosophy, we must deliver service with care so our goal of service excellence is met.
Value Proposition of Air China
Commitment to service excellence, Universal acceptance by the public
The value proposition is the fundamental judging criteria and observed code of conduct that are accepted and adhered to by Air China's employees. The value proposition gives guidance to the perception and activities of the Air China employees. Every employee of Air China should have a high regard for the value proposition in their routine work as demonstrated by their actions.
• Service is our principal product and the foundation for our survival and development. We are committed to the excellence of service, symbolizing a superior service standard and strive for excellence and continuous progress. The excellence is a dynamic standard, which we pursue constantly and diligently.
• Commitment to service excellence is the fundamental means to achieve Air China's goals of making profits and achieving growth. Our commitment to excellence is pursued in both ground services and onboard services, from one single service point to the whole service chain between the different organizations of Air China. Every employee, every department and every team should have excellent service as their key objective and the basic value criteria for judgment, perception and action.
• We understand the commitment to service excellence from three aspects. First, as an airline, our company provides a high standard of services to customers and freight owners. All the Air China employees take part in delivering services with the highest working standard. Second, while we are delivering services to customers, we are happy to share in the customer satisfaction experience. Third, in terms of internal management of Air China, each employee should be committed to service excellence with creativity. When all employees deliver excellent service, Air China is able to improve their competitive ability, achieve the mission of meeting the customer's demands and create mutual value. Only then is the individual value of the employees realized.
• Commitment to service excellence is a new concept for the Air China employees. The traditional service concept of the past focused on profit orientation. We will fulfill every task in our work with this consensus to realize the mission of the Company and value of individuals.
• Service excellence is the critical criteria for our work, which will be measured and endorsed by the public's response. Whether or not our services are universally recognized and accepted by the public becomes the symbol of our measurement. Therefore, we must take customer satisfaction as the most important criteria for our work and it will determine and guide our work and activities.
• To achieve universal acceptance by the public, we are required to build a value proposition that is market oriented and fostered by a philosophy that focuses on customer demand. Market orientation requires that resource allocation and optimization is based on market demands and customer needs and that we cater to increasing demands. In the daily business operations, every employee should bear in mind the principle of customer orientation and regard it as the guideline for us to resolve problems and make further improvement in our work. We must bear in mind that gaining the acceptance and satisfaction from the public will determine the prosperity or decline and success or failure of Air China.
Spirit of Air China
We serve the world with care, We navigate our future with innovation
The corporate spirit reflects the fundamental notion of Air China and the basic ideas of the employees. Corporate spirit, an integration and abstraction from the business philosophy, values proposition and the historical corporate culture of the enterprise and reflects the fundamental spiritual philosophies of the company and its employees.
• With the long lasting spiritual and cultural traditions of over several decades, Air China is always striving for the best. In the new era, new century and new competitive environment, the corporate spirit of Air China is concentrating on "care" and "innovation"- "we serve the world with care and we navigate our future with innovation".
• We are committed to serving the world with care and therefore we are sure to "win the world with care". To realize the vision and long-term goals of Air China, the employees need to foster an internal competitive spirit of persistence and promote a philosophy of serving the world with care both internally and externally. We should care for the society and our customers as well as our colleagues. This care and love will enable us and our team to grow stronger.
• Services with care demonstrate our adherence to market orientation. Care is a necessity for customers and is determined by the characteristics of our jobs. Serving the world with care is the natural attribute of Air China and is representative of the service feature and depth of Air China. Differentiated from services of other companies, the caring services of Air China will help to promote the service level to customers and to obtain customer satisfaction and loyalty. Services with care will enable Air China to win domestic and international markets and to create good business performance and rich economic benefits.
• Services filled with care represent a view that values more than just profits. The concept of services with care calls for the reform of the service plan by Air China people by an adjustment of service mentality, an enhancement of service actions, an innovation of the service mode, an improvement of service standard, and eventually for the realization of customer satisfaction and trust and loyalty by customers towards the Air China brand. Only service with care will lead us to service excellence and service civilization, while increasing Air China's value and social progress.
• To navigate our future with innovation is the core of Air China's spirit. Innovation is the soul of a nation and also the soul of Air China. Only by pursuing new innovations constantly and in various aspects of our work, could we adapt to the changing situations and requirements of the competition, maintain our vitality and competitive ability and achieve the long-term goal of business operations.
• "Navigation" is an attribute of airlines. Only innovation can navigate and lead us into the future of Air China and to reach our goal of being the leading airline in the world that has international recognition.
• The spirit of innovation is the essence of Air China. It encompasses the inherent elements of corporate spirit including renovation, enterprise, competition, responding to changes, and pursuing excellence. These spiritual elements will lead us to new achievements.
Mission of Air China
Air China's mission is to meet customers' demand and to create mutual value
• As a business entity, Air China's operational goal is to have economic benefits at the core and to realize the maximization of profits. However, to achieve this goal, it is important for us to create a variety of values by means of accommodating the increasing demands of customers, which demonstrates the social responsibility of Air China as an internationally recognized airline.
• To meet customers' demands is the priority and fundamental mission of Air China. Customer service is the most important product that we provide. Satisfying the customer comes before the shareholders, the company and the employees.
• To create mutual value demonstrates the idea of value sharing and benefit sharing of Air China as a public company and a modern enterprise. Mutual value means the value that should be shared by shareholders, enterprises, employees, customers and the society as a whole.
• Air China is a stakeholder for shareholders, enterprises, employees, customers and the society. The majority shareholder of Air China is the government, and other investors make up the remaining shareholders. Air China will make unremitting efforts to ensure an attractive return to shareholders, give momentum to Air China, have a sustainable and healthy development, assure satisfactory salaries, benefits and welfare to employees, offer excellent services to customers and bring positive benefits and returns to the society.
• Employees are Air China's most valuable resources and they are treasured by the company. While adhering to the people-oriented management philosophy, Air China will assume the primary responsibility of caring for the life, work and growth of their employees. In addition to the importance of employees' benefits and welfare, a new initiative will be established to help employees redesign their career life and stay motivated.
• Air China also embarks on a social mission. With the growth of Air China, we care for social issues by making donations, supporting public welfare and charity and by meeting our social responsibilities.
Positioning of Air China
To be an internationally well-known airline
Air China's positioning, the objective of future development and the vision of Air China is to be an airline recognized by mainstream customers, the most valuable and profitable airline in China and an internationally competitive airline. It is also an outline of the Air China's development strategy.
• In order to be an internationally well-known airline, Air China must achieve the leading service level, service brand, profitability and international competitive edge in the Chinese airline industry. The vision of Air China clearly defines the leading position of Air China in the world airline industry as well as its international reputation.
• To be an internationally well-known airline represents the comprehensive strength and competitive advantage of Air China, which demands that Air China's organization, management, service, operation, brand, fleet, credit and culture are all of international standards. An internationally well-known Air China must have the following fundamental features:
1. To be recognized by mainstream customers of business and commercial travelers with the aim of making Air China their preferred airline by featuring high value products. Passengers other than business and commercial travelers are Air China's focus because once our service is recognized by mainstream customers it will be more easily favored by other customers. To measure whether we are recognized by mainstream customers, we look at having the highest market share in the domestic business and commercial travel market. We also look at other leading airlines in terms of aircraft, infrastructure, service, management, capabilities and employees.
2. To be the most valuable airline in China means that Air China is committed to having the highest market value and value per share among Chinese listed companies. Air China's stock should be valuable for investors and welcomed by shareholders. Additionally, Air China is aiming at the highest brand and service values so Air China becomes the priority choice of customers. The employees of Air China are committed to working hard to offer superior customer services and to maximize the value of Air China.
3. To be the most profitable airline in China and have growth potential to achieve healthy development while reaping better returns for shareholders, the company and the employees, Air China is pursuing a way that leads to the combination of both scale of business and strong profitability. By seizing historical opportunities of the continuous growth momentum of the Chinese air transport industry, Air China is striving for market optimization and cost reduction while maintaining strong profitability.
4. To be an internationally competitive airline with the objective of becoming an international leading airline by competing with foreign airlines, Air China strives to establish its global presence to obtain more room for development. In order to be competitive in international markets, it is necessary for Air China to build and maintain its competitive strengths in terms of management, personnel, resources, etc. and to secure a strong competitive edge in the world airline industry. Air China will play its role as an industry leader domestically and shorten the gap with international leading companies. Our goal is to be ranked within top 15 airlines in the world by 2010 and to be one of the strongest airlines in the world.


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MARION, Mich. — A central Michigan farmer is asking a circuit judge and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to allow him to continue raising a type of hybrid swine he says have caused no problems.
Mark Baker, of Bakers Green Acres in Marion Michigan, a small village about an hour and a half south of Traverse City, has been breeding "Mangalista" swine crossed with "Russian-looking" boars since 2006, and selling the meat to chefs and restaurants.
The Department of Natural Resources has issued $700,000 in fines against the Bakers for continuing to keep his pigs.
The Mangalitsa, according to a fact sheet by Oklahoma State University, is robust, resistant to diseases and stress and of a balanced disposition. It has "powerful legs and strong hooves that allow it to securely move about in any landscape."
One of the Mangalista's most noticeable traits is its "thick, bristly coat" that protects in all kinds of weather.
But according to the DNR, the Russian Boar is the breed they're concerned about.
"Russian boar is the only issue," said Ed Golder, public information officer for Michigan Department of Natural Resources, as well as "hybrids of Russian boar."
The DNR insists "owners of heritage pigs are not affected unless they own a Russian boar or Eurasian wild boar or a hybrid of a Russian boar or Eurasian wild boar.
"This species (Russian boar) is the terrestrial equivalent of Asian carp," according to DNR. "The swine are incredibly destructive omnivores that destroy wildlife habitat and carry diseases that threaten domestic hogs, other livestock, wildlife and people."
Baker says his pigs do look like Russian Boars, including some that he culled in 2012, but he insists they're not truly Russsian boars. He argued that to be Russian hogs, or Eurasian Hogs he'd have to go to those countries to get them, which he has not done.
Enforcement of the order began April 1, 2012, and was put into place over concern that invasive and "feral" swine caused disease in domesticated swine, and also posed a public safety hazard when they get loose.
But Baker and his legal counsel, Attorney Michelle Halley of Marquette, maintain the Baker pigs have never caused an issue and that they've always stayed on the farm.
They've filed a complained within the 28th Circuit Court of Michigan and appeared July 12 for a hearing. A decision by the judge is pending, but the Baker family hopes the case goes to trial.
Baker said his pigs "have never gotten out," and that when it comes to disease, they don't carry any more diseases than modern swine.
"The disease issue, that's a joke," Baker said. "It's almost kind of comical because the pork industry in Michigan is (wrought) with disease."
But the pork industry sees it differently.
"Given the serious threat wild hogs pose to Michigan's farmers, rural landowners and family businesses, we must defend and uphold Michigan's ban on these destructive disease-carrying animals and close the door to all invasive species," the Michigan Pork Producers Association said in a released statement.
"Just as we have banned possession of zebra mussels, Asian Carp and other invasive species that threaten our economy, we should ban possession of wild hogs which endanger thousands of jobs and Michigan's entire agriculture sector," the statement continues.
The Pork Association says other states are taking similar actions, including Ohio and Pennsylvania, in what it calls a nationwide problem.
The Department of Natural Resources, in a statement to clear up rumors about feral swine in Michigan, said "Feral swine are a problem for two main reasons: They can host many parasites and diseases that threaten humans, domestic livestock and wildlife; and they can cause extensive damage to forests, agricultural lands and Michigan's water resources."
The new law prohibits the possession of a "wild boar, wild hog, wild swine, feral pig, feral hog, feral swine, Old World swine, razorback, Eurasian wild boar, and Russian wild boar (Sus scrofa Linnaeus)."
The law does not affect swine involved in domestic hog production.
But the Bakers say the law doesn't do enough to define domestic hogs. As they see it, their hogs are domesticated, because they "live under the husbandry of humans" and are not "feral," a definition that applies to swine that are "free roaming or not under the husbandry of humans."
They also take issue with the $700,000 levied against them, the DNR's authority to enact such a penalty, and constitutional rights that protect against excessive fines.
Counsel writes in its complaint: "The Bakers' farm pigs have never been feral. They have never escaped the farm. They are not diseased. Prohibiting the Bakers from maintaining their herd of farm pigs does absolutely nothing to address the State's concerns about feral hogs."
Other farmers who raise these types of swine, and some hunting preserves that keep these swine, have filed separate complaints.
The Michigan Farm Bureau, in its policy on game farms and hunting preserves, says it supports the new law and "supports the elimination of feral swine."
The Farm Bureau, however, also supports "the continued development and implementation" of regulations on hunting facilities "that allow swine hunting."
I do NOT approve of government interfererence or ANY type of breed regulations, but there IS a problem with invasive wild hogs-they are EXTREMELY damaging…I do NOT feel Michigans "solution" was proper-HOWEVER…I have a problem with this case. I have been in touch with BOTH the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) and the Michigan Pork Producers (MPP). Seems like, as usual, there are 2 sides to every story, so when I first heard about the Bakers several months ago, I decided to get the other sides. The MDNR cannot comment on the case because it is in court-but they have assured me that Mangalista Hogs are NOT on the regulated list and are perfectly legal to raise if properly confined. The ONLY hogs on the list that are targeted is the Russian Wild Boar and first generation crosses. They say that there has been ALOT of false things said about them over this, and they look forward to clarify these false statements about them. When I contacted the MPP, they stated they fully support the ban on RUSSIAN WILD BOAR ONLY-but they FULLY SUPPORT ALL hog producers-INCLUDING HERITAGE BREED PRODUCERS-and ALL hog producers irregardless of husbandry methods ie: pasture raised or "modern" raised. They were unaware of the Baker case but volunteeered to help ANY producer if needed…
Even though I dont agree with the ban , the MDNR and the MPP have been attacked unfairly, and should be allowed to state their side. I hope anyone who mentions this case in the future will be honest and decent enough to get and present ALL sides of this (or ANY) story. There has been past comments that the Baker hogs had been crossed with the Russian Wild Boar…IF-IF that is true, it MAY be the "problem", but it needs to investigated before jumping to conclusions…
tt would appear this is much to do about nothing. This farmer has been raising these hogs for quite a few years without creating a problem and as the farmer states, they are not evern on the list of prohibited porkers. What is with Michigan? They had CAFO dairies creating real problems which they failed to address. Could it be they cherry -pick issues to go after? Leave him be, Michigan!
Why? do raise the feral hogs when you raisier know that animal can spread diseases to humand and other livstock. Are you all responbile for public heatlh. If they are problem what is being done to control the animals from destroy crops and lands.


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Cumberland Out Against Dolphins, Expects to Return for Seahawks
With the Jets offense in flux much of the season, the last thing they need is more injuries, but it looks like the Jets will be without Jeff Cumberland for the next game. After leaving the game Sunday with an injury, an MRI has shown that Cumby has a dislocated right hand, but he fully expects to return after the bye according to Newsday.
An MRI Monday revealed that Jets tight end Jeff Cumberland has a dislocated right hand and will miss Sunday's game against Miami. He vowed to be back Nov. 11 after the Week 9 bye.
Cumberland said his hand hit the helmet of a Patriot during a Jets kickoff return in the first quarter of the 29-26 overtime loss to New England on Sunday. Cumberland posted a picture online of his swollen right hand, sans the cast he now is wearing. "Thank the Lord it's not broke and I'll be OK," he wrote.
Brian Bassett, TheJetsBlog.comCumberland saw more targets earlier in the season when Dustin Keller was injured, so while it would be better to have Cumberland than not, the Jets aren't necessarily going to miss him in the passing game right now. Of course, Cumberland was doing some work in the backfield as an extra blocker in recent weeks, so the Jets might look to move their roster around and get another blocker up for a "double chin-strap" game against the Dolphins next week.


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Clippers 116, Sacramento 109
Posted by Kevin Arnovitz on Thu, 03/06/08, 01:47am:
Al Thornton begins the night 1-6 from the field and, just before halftime, picks up his first career T. Almost as a response to Monday night's 10-turnover debacle, the FGAs come mostly on step-back jumpers.
But over the final seven minutes of the fourth quarter and both overtime periods [17 minutes], Al goes off for 22 points:
- [4th, 6:48] In transition, Thornton gets way out in front of the play. As Dan Dickau pushes the ball, Thornton sets up just off the box, where Dickau immediately shoots him the ball. Spencer Hawes is slow to the play and once Al has possession, he muscles his way to the hoop for a layup off the glass – and the foul.
Thornton misses the FTA. After shooting over 78% in January and February, Thornton is only 12-21 this month.
[7 points]
- [4th, 4:18] A really nice set against the Kings' zone. Thornton is in the right corner as Dickau swings it left to Maggette up top. This leaves Thornton deep on the weak side. Thornton cuts baseline to overload the left side. He sets up outside the arc, extending the zone. After one more exchange with Dickau up top, Maggette sees Al open. Corey gets it over to him for the wide open 3PM.
[10 points]
- [4th, 3:03] The Clips are running some sort of weave – memories of the late Gentry days. Eventually, it's Al's turn to take the ball. Garcia never steps out on him, so Al launches the open 22-footer, but misses short. It's a shot you want him to take 10 out of 10 times.
- [4th, 2:08] Powell holds the rock up top against Mikki Moore, while Thornton sets up on the right block, with Kaman on the left. Al runs a little cross-screen for Kaman, picking off Miller. The switch gives Al just enough time to collect the entry pass from Powell before Garcia can recover, though he does. But Al is already elevated for the little 8-foot jump hook in the lane. Pretty touch.
[12 points]
- [4th, 0:18] The Clips are down a pair. Off the Udrih miss, Kaman collects a ferocious rebound off a tip. He sends an outlet to Maggette in transition. Corey dribbles from one sideline to the far wing while everyone else gets upcourt. He then kicks it out to Dickau, who is effectively trailing the play. Dickau has a wide, wide open 3PA, but passes it up. Everyone in the building wanted him to take it. Instead, with the shot clock inside :10, Dickau swings it far side to Thornton above the arc. It's straight isolation against John Salmons, a very strong cover. Thornton drives right to the top of the key, but Salmons stays with him. Thornton then crosses over to give himself just enough room to stop short, set, and launch a 20-footer falling back.
Silky. Tie game.
[14 points]
- [1OT, 4:01] Kaman stunts Brad Miller's drive. As the ball comes loose, Powell sends the outlet to Thornton in transition up the near side. He never stops, until Mikki Moore smothers him.
He makes 1 of 2.
[15 points]
- [1OT, 2:40] Thornton is now officially the Clippers' first option. Dickau gets it to Thornton off the box on the left side against Garcia. Garcia won't bite on the ball fake. Al tries again, this time with a jab step. There's still :10 left on the shot clock, and there are enough good options on the floor that I'd prefer to see Al kick it back out for a reset. But he takes the contested 18-footer instead and misses.
Powell battles on the glass and comes down with the rebound. His putback doesn't fall, but Kaman grabs it. Amazingly – and you'd almost prefer not to see it – he shuttles a bounce pass in traffic to a diving Thornton. His layup just spins out, but he's fouled. Again, he makes one of two.
[16 points]
- [1OT, 2:01] The Clips are down two here. This set is quick to materialize. Thornton starts on the left wing. Kaman is off the right block. Thornton flashes high, using Kaman to cut off Garcia. Al collects the ball, picks up steam, then drives right baseline against Miller off the switch.
It's a beautiful move. As Miller blocks his baseline path, Al crosses over left, then suspends himself for a sick layup. It's tied.
[18 points]
- [1OT, 1:07] As Dickau holds it up top right, Garcia is doing a nice job keeping Thornton from getting any kind of position in front of Dickau. He moves low to start again. Finally, with about :05 remaining, Thornton manages to wiggle away from Garcia and step back out to the perimeter, where Al collects it. The only thing Al can do here is create off the dribble and hope for the best. He starts his drive, but once the help comes in the person of Moore, Al stutters, then walks.
- [2OT, 4:35] The Kings stick Mikki Moore on Thornton to start the second overtime. With :08 on the shot clock, Mobley dumps it into Thornton in the mid-right post against Moore. A little ball fake, then a couple of deliberate left-handed dribbles and a step back, before starting a drive to his right.
Just as soon as Al, turns the corner on Moore, Miller steps over to cut off the baseline. Instead of forcing his way above or through Miller, Al steps back. The funny thing is that he has the shot, but looks elsewhere. Then realizing there's nothing else, he spins and shoots. Airball as the clock expires.
The good news here is that he recognizes the help and changes course. The bad news is that he gives up a shot that's about as good as you can hope for with :02 left on the clock.
- [2OT, 3:31] Thornton sets up on the left elbow while Mobley holds it on the right wing. Al gets something that resembles but isn't quite a screen from Dickau to cut over to the ball side, just in front of Mobley off the right block. It's a simple iso against Moore. Thornton drives baseline with ease and finishes with a vicious reverse slam. And the foul.
[21 points]
- [2OT, 2:49] The Kings have closed to 2 with a beautiful UCLA cut with Udrih and Garcia. On the ensuring possession, Moore fouls out. So on the inbound, Thornton draws Shelden Williams. Thornton hangs out at the right elbow for a while, but nothing materializes for the Clips. So with :07 left, Thorton sets a high screen for Dickau. The Kings get crossed up. At first they trap Dickau, so Thornton sets up on the perimeter. By the time Williams realizes that the best place he can be is on the arc guarding Thornton, it's too late.
With :02 remaining on the clock, Al steps into a perfect 3PM. Clips by five with 2:49 remaining.
[24 points]
- [2OT, 1:12] The Clips wisely try the high S/R with Dickau and Thornton again, and why not? This time, it's Williams with a quick show, but Udrih declides to run under the screen. This allows Thornton to poke through and set up on the arc to Dickau's right. Williams recovers as best he can, but Dickau has already passes it off and Thornton is launching the 3PA. This time it's no good but, again, it's a shot you'll take.
- [2OT, 0:51] This time we're on the defensive end with the Clippers up three. The Kings run a very high S/R with Udrih and Miller. The Clips trap Udrih [Dickau and Powell]. As Miller slips the screen, Thornton quickly picks him up in the paint. Maggette moves over on Williams and Mobley does his best to patrol the weak side perimeter. Nice defensive rotation all around by the Clippers.
Udrih dribbles into trouble up against the baseline, but manages to find Miller underneath in traffic. Miller goes up, but is blocked by Thornton. Al grabs the loose ball, and is fouled by Miller. He sinks one of two.
[25 points]
- [2OT, 0:19] Bizarre play. The Clips are up four with 21 seconds remaining. On the inbound, Sacramento clearly tries to foul Thornton intentionally with, like, three guys -- but nothing is whistled. Instead, Thornton squirts through the scrum and gets an open driving slam to put the Clippers up six and only :19 seconds left.
[27 points]
Best of all, Thornton does it all on only two turnovers. Add to the 27 points four block shots and five boards.
What's most encouraging is that, unlike Monday night, Al seems to grasp his role in the context of each play: Is he supposed to get his shot by exploiting the attention he's getting on the perimeter? Or by filling space created by a cutter like Maggette? Does he recognize that he can use Kaman's body as a traffic cone to free himself coming over from the weak side? Can he anticipate when the defense might botch a switch and be ready to act as he did on those S/Rs with Dickau in the second OT? Does he recognize sets in which he needs to be patient? Alternatively, does he recognize when he's got just enough time and space to make that baseline drive before the help arrives?
From the fourth quarter on tonight, the answer to all of the above is yes.


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UIS announces Spring Semester 2013 Dean's List
To qualify for the designation, a student must be an undergraduate who took at least eight graded semester hours and maintained a grade-point average of at least 3.75 for the semester.
The list is organized alphabetically by hometown.
PDF Download: Spring 2013 Dean's List
Labels: Awards, College of Business and Management, college of education and human services, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, college of public affairs and administration, Students, Undergraduate


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Considering the fact that December is a decidedly festive time of year filled with holiday soirees galore, we decided to focus this month's Style Spotlight on a stylish femme who knows how to construct memorable ensembles for fancy occasions: Amber Heard! The up-and-coming actress-she's currently starring alongside Johnny Depp in the Rum Diary and was amazing on the short-lived show The Playboy Club-has been consistently embraced by the fashion community for her innate ability to pull off retro glam looks in a modern way. From sultry gowns with thigh-high slits to sleek cocktail numbers, it's obvious this blond bombshell is no novice when it comes to on-point evening attire, which is why we suggest keeping today's selection of brilliant style choices in mind when creating your own party ensembles this season.
If there's one thing we've learned from examining Heard's most recent red carpet selections, it's that the actress isn't one to shy away from baring some skin via a thigh-high slit. At the amfAR Inspiration Gala in New York earlier this summer she turned up in a vintage cream silk top paired with a black, leg-revealing skirt (also vintage), white Christian Louboutin peep-toe heels, and Cartier jewelry (top row, left). The resulting look is subtly sexy, but makes a major statement, just like our style subject! Heard showed off her killer gams once again at the Los Angeles premiere of Rum Diary a few months ago, only this time she opted for a vibrant red Elie Saab strapless gown from the Resort 12 collection (bottom row, left). In addition to the deeply romantic frock, we like that she went with a sleek updo and very minimal accessories, which gave her evening look a glamorous finish. We'd also like to point out that Heard's affinity for leg-baring pieces extends to her day-to-day style choices too! While running errands in Los Angeles early last month (far left), our style subject was photographed wearing a white button-up blouse with a black, semi-sheer skirt with lace applique from Topshop and Salvatore Ferragamo's Varina Ballet Flats ($395, available here in Black Patent). The combination of feminine accents plus the sultry spirit of the see-through skirt adds up to one well-balanced and incredibly stylish ensemble.
While we're crazy for Heard's sensual, after-hours picks, she looks equally radiant in more understated silhouettes as well, as evidenced by the ensemble she put together for a Vanity Fair dinner held in Los Angeles a few months ago (bottom row, right). Heard caught our attention in a white ruffle-detailed Emporio Armani Dress ($595, 646.613.8099), which she paired with a vintage Giorgio Armani clutch and satin gold Emporio Armani Heels ($595, 646.613.8099) for a flawless take on the minimalist look! To give you a slightly dressier, more colorful example, later that month Heard impressed yet again in a lustrous, two-tone Roksanda Ilincic gown from the S/S 10 collection at the Film Awards Gala held in Beverly Hills (top row, right). The sleek, floor-grazing silhouette hugs her flawless curves perfectly, plus we applaud her side-swept hair, which further accentuates the timeless, old Hollywood feel of her evening ensemble.
If you'd like to incorporate some of Heard's bombshell panache into your wardrobe this season, we have plenty of suggestions. First things first: dresses with a sultry twist are an imperative part of Heard's red carpet attire, so we'd like to direct you to Faviana Couture's Chiffon Strapless Evening Dress ($258), which has a striking resemblance to our style subject's Elie Saab pick, thanks to its bright red hue and very high slit. If you fancy the bold color minus the leg-revealing cut, you can always try Laundry by Shelli Segal's Strapless Gown ($275) for your upcoming holiday parties. Speaking of festive soirees, if you'd like to wear something a little more cocktail appropriate, we love the silver metallic shimmer of Tahari by Arther S. Levine's Side Ruffle Metallic Sheath Dress ($128) and the feminine accents on French Connection's Bow Shoulder Shift Dress ($127), both of which are worthy alternatives to Heard's sleek Emporio Armani pick.
Want to try some separates instead a full-on gown? We're crazy about the luxe look of Amanda Wakeley's Silk Satin Maxi Skirt ($347.50) and Mason's Asymmetrical Maxi Skirt ($575), and encourage you to team either option with a blouse in a contrasting color, like Oasis' Silk Ruffle Blouse ($100) or Zara's Blouse with Pocket ($80) a la for a head turning result! For those of you who prefer a more sober color scheme, we recommend picking up Vince's Satin Tank ($195) and pairing it with Karen Kane's Front-Slit Skirt ($79), which hits just below the knee, or Bec & Bridge's Eva Maxi Skirt ($187) if you're seeking a more form-fitting, floor-length option.
Finally, creating Heard's off-duty ensemble is a cinch, all you need is a semi-sheer skirt-Joie's Mahina Belted Skirt ($328) and Topshop's Corset Panal Belted Midi Skirt ($120) are two of our favorites-a white button-up, like Zara's Basic Shirt ($60). Simply add a cute cardi, such as ASOS' Boucle Cardigan with Contrast Trim ($61), and you'll be well on your way to having a similarly demure-meets-darling outfit! Now that you have all of the essentials at your fingertips, incorporating some of Heard's retro glamour into your own party-perfect look should be a cinch!-Jessica Baker


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Read: The NHL Isn't A Fan Of The Make Whole Increase/Did Agree To 3-Year Entry Level
According to Bruce Garrioch, the NHL didn't like that the NHLPA increased the amount in the make whole that the players suggested.
The players plan calls for $393 million to go into the make whole while the owners don't want to budge from $211 million.
Aaron Ward tweets "In NHLPA estimation, it would take $592M to honor current contracts and it is a concession to take a $200M 'haircut' in this proposal"
Earlier today Sidney Crosby said that the NHLPA is offering much less than they think they deserve from the make whole.
Aaron Ward tweets that the league has moved off of two-year entry level deals and decided to stay with three-year entry level deals.


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42 U.S. Code § 292f - Default of borrower
(a) Conditions for payment to beneficiary
(1) In general
Upon default by the borrower on any loan covered by Federal loan insurance pursuant to this subpart, and after a substantial collection effort (including, subject to subsection (h) of this section, commencement and prosecution of an action) as determined under regulations of the Secretary, the insurance beneficiary shall promptly notify the Secretary and the Secretary shall, if requested (at that time or after further collection efforts) by the beneficiary, or may on his own motion, if the insurance is still in effect, pay to the beneficiary the amount of the loss sustained by the insured upon that loan as soon as that amount has been determined, except that, if the insurance beneficiary including any servicer of the loan is not designated for "exceptional performance", as set forth in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall pay to the beneficiary a sum equal to 98 percent of the amount of the loss sustained by the insured upon that loan.
(2) Exceptional performance
(A) Authority
Where the Secretary determines that an eligible lender, holder, or servicer has a compliance performance rating that equals or exceeds 97 percent, the Secretary shall designate that eligible lender, holder, or servicer, as the case may be, for exceptional performance.
(B) Compliance performance rating
For purposes of subparagraph (A), a compliance performance rating is determined with respect to compliance with due diligence in the disbursement, servicing, and collection of loans under this subpart for each year for which the determination is made. Such rating shall be equal to the percentage of all due diligence requirements applicable to each loan, on average, as established by the Secretary, with respect to loans serviced during the period by the eligible lender, holder, or servicer.
(C) Annual audits for lenders, holders, and servicers
Each eligible lender, holder, or servicer desiring a designation under subparagraph (A) shall have an annual financial and compliance audit conducted with respect to the loan portfolio of such eligible lender, holder, or servicer, by a qualified independent organization from a list of qualified organizations identified by the Secretary and in accordance with standards established by the Secretary. The standards shall measure the lender's, holder's, or servicer's compliance with due diligence standards and shall include a defined statistical sampling technique designed to measure the performance rating of the eligible lender, holder, or servicer for the purpose of this section. Each eligible lender, holder, or servicer shall submit the audit required by this section to the Secretary.
(D) Secretary's determinations
The Secretary shall make the determination under subparagraph (A) based upon the audits submitted under this paragraph and any information in the possession of the Secretary or submitted by any other agency or office of the Federal Government.
(E) Quarterly compliance audit
To maintain its status as an exceptional performer, the lender, holder, or servicer shall undergo a quarterly compliance audit at the end of each quarter (other than the quarter in which status as an exceptional performer is established through a financial and compliance audit, as described in subparagraph (C)), and submit the results of such audit to the Secretary. The compliance audit shall review compliance with due diligence requirements for the period beginning on the day after the ending date of the previous audit, in accordance with standards determined by the Secretary.
(F) Revocation authority
The Secretary shall revoke the designation of a lender, holder, or servicer under subparagraph (A) if any quarterly audit required under subparagraph (E) is not received by the Secretary by the date established by the Secretary or if the audit indicates the lender, holder, or servicer has failed to meet the standards for designation as an exceptional performer under subparagraph (A). A lender, holder, or servicer receiving a compliance audit not meeting the standard for designation as an exceptional performer may reapply for designation under subparagraph (A) at any time.
(G) Documentation
Nothing in this section shall restrict or limit the authority of the Secretary to require the submission of claims documentation evidencing servicing performed on loans, except that the Secretary may not require exceptional performers to submit greater documentation than that required for lenders, holders, and servicers not designated under subparagraph (A).
(H) Cost of audits
Each eligible lender, holder, or servicer shall pay for all the costs associated with the audits required under this section.
(I) Additional revocation authority
Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, a designation under subparagraph (A) may be revoked at any time by the Secretary if the Secretary determines that the eligible lender, holder, or servicer has failed to maintain an overall level of compliance consistent with the audit submitted by the eligible lender, holder, or servicer under this paragraph or if the Secretary asserts that the lender, holder, or servicer may have engaged in fraud in securing designation under subparagraph (A) or is failing to service loans in accordance with program requirements.
(b) Subrogation
Upon payment by the Secretary of the amount of the loss pursuant to subsection (a) of this section, the United States shall be subrogated for all of the rights of the holder of the obligation upon the insured loan and shall be entitled to an assignment of the note or other evidence of the insured loan by the insurance beneficiary. If the net recovery made by the Secretary on a loan after deduction of the cost of that recovery (including reasonable administrative costs) exceeds the amount of the loss, the excess shall be paid over to the insured. The Secretary may sell without recourse to eligible lenders (or other entities that the Secretary determines are capable of dealing in such loans) notes or other evidence of loans received through assignment under the first sentence.
(c) Forbearance
Nothing in this section or in this subpart shall be construed to preclude any forbearance for the benefit of the borrower which may be agreed upon by the parties to the insured loan and approved by the Secretary or to preclude forbearance by the Secretary in the enforcement of the insured obligation after payment on that insurance.
(d) Reasonable care and diligence regarding loans
Nothing in this section or in this subpart shall be construed to excuse the eligible lender or holder of a federally insured loan from exercising reasonable care and diligence in the making of loans under the provisions of this subpart and from exercising a substantial effort in the collection of loans under the provisions of this subpart. If the Secretary, after reasonable notice and opportunity for hearing to an eligible lender, finds that the lender has failed to exercise such care and diligence, to exercise such substantial efforts, to make the reports and statements required under section 292e (a)(3) of this title, or to pay the required Federal loan insurance premiums, he shall disqualify that lender from obtaining further Federal insurance on loans granted pursuant to this subpart until he is satisfied that its failure has ceased and finds that there is reasonable assurance that the lender will in the future exercise necessary care and diligence, exercise substantial effort, or comply with such requirements, as the case may be.
(e) Definitions
For purposes of this section:
(1) The term "insurance beneficiary" means the insured or its authorized assignee in accordance with section 292e (c) of this title.
(2) The term "amount of the loss" means, with respect to a loan, unpaid balance of the principal amount and interest on such loan, less the amount of any judgment collected pursuant to default proceedings commenced by the eligible lender or holder involved.
(f) Reductions in Federal reimbursements or payments for defaulting borrowers
The Secretary shall, after notice and opportunity for a hearing, cause to be reduced Federal reimbursements or payments for health services under any Federal law to borrowers who are practicing their professions and have defaulted on their loans insured under this subpart in amounts up to the remaining balance of such loans. Procedures for reduction of payments under the medicare program are provided under section 1395ccc of this title. Notwithstanding such section 1395ccc of this title, any funds recovered under this subsection shall be deposited in the insurance fund established under section 292i of this title.
(g) Conditions for discharge of debt in bankruptcy
Notwithstanding any other provision of Federal or State law, a debt that is a loan insured under the authority of this subpart may be released by a discharge in bankruptcy under any chapter of title 11, only if such discharge is granted—
(1) after the expiration of the seven-year period beginning on the first date when repayment of such loan is required, exclusive of any period after such date in which the obligation to pay installments on the loan is suspended;
(2) upon a finding by the Bankruptcy Court that the nondischarge of such debt would be unconscionable; and
(h) Requirement regarding actions for default
(1) In general
With respect to the default by a borrower on any loan covered by Federal loan insurance under this subpart, the Secretary shall, under subsection (a) of this section, require an eligible lender or holder to commence and prosecute an action for such default unless—
(A) in the determination of the Secretary—
(i) the eligible lender or holder has made reasonable efforts to serve process on the borrower involved and has been unsuccessful with respect to such efforts, or
(B) for such loans made before November 4, 1988, the loan involved was made in an amount of less than $5,000; or
(2) Relationship to claim for payment
With respect to an eligible lender or holder that has commenced an action pursuant to subsection (a) of this section, the Secretary shall make the payment required in such subsection, or deny the claim for such payment, not later than 60 days after the date on which the Secretary determines that the lender or holder has made reasonable efforts to secure a judgment and collect on the judgment entered into pursuant to this subsection.
(3) State court judgments
With respect to any State court judgment that is obtained by a lender or holder against a borrower for default on a loan insured under this subpart and that is subrogated to the United States under subsection (b) of this section, any United States attorney may register such judgment with the Federal courts for enforcement.
(i) Inapplicability of Federal and State statute of limitations on actions for loan collection
Notwithstanding any other provision of Federal or State law, there shall be no limitation on the period within which suit may be filed, a judgment may be enforced, or an offset, garnishment, or other action may be initiated or taken by the Secretary, the Attorney General, or other administrative head of another Federal agency, as the case may be, for the repayment of the amount due from a borrower on a loan made under this subpart that has been assigned to the Secretary under subsection (b) of this section.
(j) School collection assistance
An institution or postgraduate training program attended by a borrower may assist in the collection of any loan of that borrower made under this subpart which becomes delinquent, including providing information concerning the borrower to the Secretary and to past and present lenders and holders of the borrower's loans, contacting the borrower in order to encourage repayment, and withholding services in accordance with regulations issued by the Secretary under section 292n (a)(7) of this title. The institution or postgraduate training program shall not be subject to section 1692g of title 15 for purposes of carrying out activities authorized by this section.
Source(July 1, 1944, ch. 373, title VII, § 707, as added Pub. L. 102–408, title I, § 102,Oct. 13, 1992, 106 Stat. 2002; amended Pub. L. 103–43, title XX, § 2014(a)(2),June 10, 1993, 107 Stat. 215; Pub. L. 105–392, title I, §§ 142(a), (b), 144 (a),Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3579, 3581.)
References in Text
The Federal False Claims Act, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(J), probably means the False Claims Act which was the popular name for sections 231, 232, 233, and 235 of former Title 31, Money and Finance. Sections 231, 232, 233, and 235 were repealed by Pub. L. 97–258, § 5(b),Sept. 13, 1982, 96 Stat. 1084, and reenacted by the first section thereof as sections 3729 to 3731 of Title 31, Money and Finance.
Prior Provisions
A prior section 292f, act July 1, 1944, ch. 373, title VII, § 706, as added Oct. 12, 1976, Pub. L. 94–484, title II, § 204, 90 Stat. 2249, authorized contracts under this subchapter without regard to certain provisions, prior to the general revision of this subchapter by Pub. L. 102–408.
Another prior section 292f, act July 1, 1944, ch. 373, title VII, § 707, as added July 30, 1956, ch. 779, § 2,70 Stat. 720; amended Oct. 5, 1961, Pub. L. 87–395, § 8(d), 75 Stat. 827; Sept. 24, 1963, Pub. L. 88–129, § 2(a), 77 Stat. 164; Nov. 18, 1971, Pub. L. 92–157, title I, § 102(k)(2)(A), 85 Stat. 437, provided for recapture of payments relating to grants for construction of health research facilities, prior to repeal by Pub. L. 94–484, title II, § 201(a),Oct. 12, 1976, 90 Stat. 2246.
A prior section 707 of act July 1, 1944, was classified to section 292g of this title prior to the general revision of this subchapter by Pub. L. 102–408.
1998—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 105–392, § 142(a), designated existing provisions as par. (1), inserted heading, substituted "determined, except that, if the insurance beneficiary including any servicer of the loan is not designated for 'exceptional performance', as set forth in paragraph (2), the Secretary shall pay to the beneficiary a sum equal to 98 percent of the amount of the loss sustained by the insured upon that loan." for "determined.", struck out at end "Not later than one year after October 13, 1992, the Secretary shall establish performance standards for lenders and holders of loans under this subpart, including fees to be imposed for failing to meet such standards.", and added par. (2).
Subsec. (e)(4). Pub. L. 105–392, § 142(b), added par. (4).
Subsec. (g). Pub. L. 105–392, § 144(a), substituted "Notwithstanding any other provision of Federal or State law, a debt that is a loan insured" for "A debt which is a loan insured" in introductory provisions.
1993—Subsec. (g)(1). Pub. L. 103–43, § 2014(a)(2)(A), amended par. (1) generally. Prior to amendment, par. (1) read as follows: "after the expiration of the five-year period beginning on the first date, as specified in subparagraphs (B) and (C) of section 292d (a)(2) of this title, when repayment of such loan is required;".
Subsec. (j). Pub. L. 103–43, § 2014(a)(2)(B), added subsec. (j).
Effective Date of 1998 Amendment
Pub. L. 105–392, title I, § 142(c),Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3581, provided that: "The amendments made by subsections (a) and (b) [amending this section] shall apply with respect to loans submitted to the Secretary for payment on or after the first day of the sixth month that begins after the date of enactment of this Act [Nov. 13, 1998]."
Pub. L. 105–392, title I, § 144(b),Nov. 13, 1998, 112 Stat. 3581, provided that: "The amendment made by subsection (a) [amending this section] shall apply to any loan insured under the authority of subpart I of part A of title VII of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 292 et seq.) that is listed or scheduled by the debtor in a case under title XI, United States Code [Title 11, Bankruptcy], filed—
"(1) on or after the date of enactment of this Act [Nov. 13, 1998]; or
"(2) prior to such date of enactment in which a discharge has not been granted."
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Since overcoming my fear of all things lipstick a few years ago, I've amassed quite a collection of lip products – mostly lipsticks, a few lip stains, and three very neglected lip glosses.
At the heart of my collection are the high-contrast reds which, apparently, I can't get enough of, because my current wishlist is filled with them.
Clockwise from 12 o'clock: Giorgio Armani Rouge d'Armani 400, Beauté Liqui-Gel Stain in Fever (review here), Laura Mercier Stickgloss in Poppy, Guerlain Rouge Automatique in Samsara, Suqqu Creamy Glow Lipstick #17 Ichijiku (review here), Lipstick Queen Medieval, Lavshuca Dramatic Memory Rouge in RD-2 (review here), MAC Viva Glam I.
Here I've added a swatch of Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain in #10 Rouge Philtre (review here) on the far right, because I left it out of the earlier shots (on purpose. obviously.) even though it counts as a red.
So, as a reminder, these swatches (and the paper swatches) are, from left to right:
- Guerlain Rouge Automatique in Samsara: a berry red
- Suqqu Creamy Glow Lipstick #17 Ichijiku: a dark, vampy, brick red
- MAC Viva Glam I: another dark brick red
- Lipstick Queen Medieval: a sheer but buildable cherry red
- Lavshuca Dramatic Memory Rouge RD-2: a sheer red that's slightly warmer.
- Armani Rouge d'Armani 400: a classic true red
- Laura Mercier Stickgloss in Poppy: a sheer tomato red
- Beauté Liqui-Gel Stain in Fever: a vivid red to sheer rose pink depending on how sheer it's applied.
- Yves Saint Laurent Glossy Stain #10 Rouge Philtre: another vivid classic red, that can be sheered out to a rose stain.
Can't get enough red?
- Check out the Driveller's red lipstick swatches here.
- Xiao of Messy Wands posted her red lipstick collection recently (it must be the season!).
- Emi of Project Swatch has a whole bunch of red lipstick reviews.
- Lipglossiping has a whole Red Lips Series
What's your favourite shade of red lipstick? And are there any you're lusting after at the moment? I'm in love with Guerlain's new Rouge G l'Extrait in Luxure, and I can't wait to actually get it.


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Rangers v. Ducks
5 PM, Madison Square Garden
Rangers Record: 3 - 1 - 0
Ducks Record: 2 - 1 - 1
The Rangers were witness to the Marian Gaborik show in a 4-3 come from behind win in Washington on Thursday night, as the sniper accounted for two late third period goals.
The Ducks played in Philadelphia last night, winning in similar fashion with two third period goals to force overtime by Teemu Selanne. Selanne then sealed the victory with the lone shootout goal.
This evening the two teams meet at the Garden to see who can continue their momentum. Last season, the Rangers took both games from the Ducks, including a 4 - 2 victory at the Garden.
However, the Rangers will have their hands full as Anaheim sports one of the toughest top lines in the NHL. Ryan Getzlaf centers Bobby Ryan and Corey Perry, who are all point-per-game caliber forwards. Perry leads the team with five points in four games.
Yet, the Ducks' secondary line has been just as potent. Led by Selanne, newcomer Saku Koivu and Joffrey Lupul have established themselves as a legitimate scoring threat. Selanne is third on the team in points followed closely by his linemates.
With the offseason departure of defenseman Chris Pronger to Philadelphia, there were a lot of questions as to what the Ducks would do from the back end. Early on, the defense has contributed nearly as much as the offense.
James Wisniewski is second on the team in scoring with four points and a +4 rating. Former Pittsburgh Penguin Ryan Whitney has also contributed, equaling Wisniewski's totals. Veteran Scott Niedermeyer continues to produce as well.
The Rangers have seemingly hit their offensive stride as well, scoring four goals in Washington, three in New Jersey, and five in the home opener against Ottawa .
Head Coach John Tortorella will leave the top line of Vinny Prospal, Brandon Dubinsky, and Marian Gaborik in tact. However, with the return of winger Sean Avery tonight, the other lines may get jumbled.
In practice yesterday, Avery rotated into the fourth line with Donald Brashear and Brian Boyle. Aaron Voros may be the oddman out in that scenario
Another Ranger will also make his season debut tonight, Steve Valiquette. The backup goaltender started in 12 games last season and posted an overall record of 5 - 5 - 2 with a 2.84 G.A.A.
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WASHINGTON – Power has been restored to Potomac Edison customers in Germantown after a large outage Tuesday night.
At it's highest point, more than 17,000 were without power.
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By RICHARD SHAWSun Advocate publisher
After the election, a number of people seemed to feel that things have gone too far the wrong way for them, so they want out of the United States. But rather than leave the country themselves, they want their geographical area to secede from the federal government and become a country of their own.
When I was a young man, in the middle of the Vietnam era, there was a bumper sticker that said "America. Love it or leave it." That was usually posted on cars driven by conservative people who believed deeply in the United States. The meaning of that sticker was about individuals who did not believe in the country, so they that put them on their cars were inviting them to leave. But now people of seemingly similar ilk to those who posted those words, now want to do just that.
A number of states have petitions signed overall by hundreds of thousands of people that want out of the union. The state that leads the list is Texas. That is not surprising.
Texans have always been an independent lot. It is one of two states that were at one time their own country (California was the other for a short time). Most of the natives (and many of the transplants) have always thought of themselves as Texans first and Americans second.
As of this writing Texas has enough signatures on a petition for secession that they will have to recognized by the White House and acknowledged. That doesn't mean the President will give them the right to leave the union, but I suppose the movement will get some kind of message.
But I believe the idea of secession to solve the problem is a poor one. If it is allowed, where will it stop? For instance, there is presently a petition in the city of Austin, Texas that asks that if Texas is allowed to withdraw from the union, that they be allowed to be a state of their own and still belong to the present United States.
One of the things that has always made the United States strong has been its unity. While regional and even state differences often cropped up, we still were all citizens of the country. We would fight like hell with each other, but in the end we were all still united under one flag. Republican, Democrat, Libertarian, conservative, moderate or liberal, we may have not always liked each others views, but we were still Americans. Obviously some now want to change that. They believe that they can do it better alone, without the present federal government. I have received several letters from people since the election expressing just such thoughts about Utah or at least about a group of western and mid western states combining to form a new country. None of those letters have come from liberals. Most want any new country to return to the roots of America, that they say made it great. I guess it is a question of how far back to our roots one wants to go. Based on the letters I have seen some want to go back 80 years while others want to go back 220.
How would such a country look, not so much in terms of geography, but socially and politically? Based on the principles of the founding fathers as interpreted by some, what would be different? Who would be allowed to vote? Would we return to the days of only white men that owned property being able to cast ballots? What about personal rights? Would innocence have to be proven rather than assumed in court? Would poor houses return for those who got to old to work or were disabled but had nothing to live on? Could charities and philanthropy make up the difference in these areas like social programs do in our present country today? Some of the proposals I have heard pretend to be what the proponents think we once were, but some of what I heard sounds a little too much like a police state to me. The questions about what they would be like can go on and on.
And what about when these new countries had elections and eventually (as it always comes out to be in what I hope would be free societies) it was closely divided between liberal and conservative wants and needs. Would then the liberal elements in those countries be able to secede like the conservative ones did from the United States because the election didn't go the way they thought it should?
Here's the problem, and Abe Lincoln knew it when he faced the south pulling away from the union after he was elected President. If you let states pull away from the central government on principles that should be decided by the whole and not the part, then you may eventually end up with anarchy.
When George W. Bush beat Al Gore in 2000 by 500 and something votes (all from Florida, yet Gore had actually won the popular vote in the country) I never heard anything about states leaving. I never heard liberal leaning states like New York, Washington and Oregon threatening to make their own nations. Many complained, but I heard no secessionist talk.
The fact is that generally in a republic there are always going to be those that are happy with the way things are going, and often a near equal number of people who won't be happy. But that is better than the alternative where countries are fascist, communist or in a state of anarchy. Just ask the people of Somalia what it is like to be living under a state of anarchy. They've been doing it for two decades.
It is frustrating when one lives in a place where they feel their votes and views are not being heard and acted upon. Almost everyone from Carbon County has experienced this based on our relationship with the state government in Utah. It seems to me what many of these secessionists want is to have their views be the super majority, while others who don't hold their aspirations in the same favor just languish within the system, getting the bits and pieces they are handed.
When it comes to politics, people who hold almost any view always think they are right. I have met many a conservative that has told me once they were liberal. But they then go on to tell me how they saw the light and changed. I myself have become much more conservative over the years about many things than when I was 20. If I saw myself as I am today then, I would have thought I had gone down the wrong road. Still the idea of not being part of the United States I love and think is wonderful would make me crazy. Of course I could "love it or leave it" too, I suppose. But this is home to me, and I wouldn't want to give that up.
The way to fix the country's woes, no matter what political bent one feels, is not to leave what is, but to change it from within. It is like the story of the grass being greener on the other side of the fence. Secession may look good right now, but the pitfalls are many. In the heat of what some conservatives consider an almost hopeless situation, it would be easy to entertain such ideas, but like the proverbial sun coming up in the morning, life will go on.


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An example of a gas powered power plant in Vineland, Utah County.
Sevier Power Company officials were hopeful they would receive approval from the Sevier County Commission for their proposed gas-fired power plant on Wednesday morning.
When the vote came, the commission voted in favor of the plan, 2-1. Now that the plan has passed the permitting of the county, they company will have to deal with the state.
According to Bruce Taylor of SPC, a meeting was scheduled with the commission last Wednesday, but the meeting was postponed because Sevier County Commissioner Gordon Topham was ill.
According to Taylor, the company had made it clear from the beginning that they had planned to get local approval for the plant, then work to toward the nod from state agencies once the local officials had okayed the project.
"We own the land, and most of the water (they would need to operate the plant) and we've got the date we are working with," said Taylor. "We have had some local opposition and we expect some, but not nearly as much as we experienced with the coal powered plant permit. There is still some talk of location, but many of the earlier concerns simply do not exist."
Taylor said that his company feels their proposed gas fired power plant would be a great tax benefit for Sevier County and will bring good paying jobs to the area. Not only will there be jobs at the plant upon completion for operation, but he stated that there will be a lot of job opportunities on the construction site for the plant as well as the construction of the gas line that will be necessary.
With the county vote over, working with the Division of Air Quality will be up next and Taylor said he anticipates the air quality permit will be granted about the same time the permits from the Utah Department of Transportation for the proposed gas line for the plant would be approved.
"We're excited to come and start building," he said.
The plant has been under consideration for a number of years, but much of that time it was planned to be a coal fired plant. Local opposition concerning air pollution pushed that proposal out as the county got considerable pressure from local populace and environmental groups concerning the plants possible emmissions.
The coal from the plant most likely would have come from SUFCO, the largest coal producing mine in the state that is located off of Salina Canyon and straddles the Emery and Sevier County lines.
(This article included contributions from Lora Fielding of the Salina Sun and Dave Anderson of the Richfield Reaper.)
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