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3 Enemies of the Milwaukee Brewers Who I Can't Help but Watch
If you're a big fan of baseball like I am, you can't help but appreciate the great players in the game – even if they're division rivals. The following three players are on teams who I cheer against, but I can't help but enjoy watching these players perform individually. I think these are three of the best players in the game, and I watch them every chance that I can get. Obviously, I'm a huge fan of the Brewers, but I am also a huge fan of the great game of baseball. I think that in order to be a true fan of this game, you have to learn to not only appreciate the great players on your team, but also appreciate the great players on other teams, as well.
Joey Votto
In my opinion, this 2010 NL MVP is the greatest hitter in the game. He plays for the division rival Reds, so I know I'm not supposed to be rooting for him, but I can't help myself. I watch him every chance I get. His eye at the plate is impeccable. I'm normally not overly excited watching players draw walks, but his ability to recognize pitches in and out of the strike zone is just unreal. He's already drawn 47 walks in 62 games this year. His batting average is currently .325 and his 2013 on-base percentage is a whopping .442. He has drawn 476 walks in his 790 career games and has a career on-base percentage of .418. He's also an excellent defender, winning his first gold glove award after the 2011 season.
Adam Wainwright
He debuted for the hated division rival St Louis Cardinals in 2005. He started out in the bullpen, and was the Cardinals closer in 2006. The next year, they converted him into a starter, and he has been an "ace" ever since. He is a sinkerballer, and throws a curveball, cutter, four seam fastball and a changeup. His strikeout pitch, the curveball, is a thing of beauty. Personally, I think he's a pleasure to watch. Well, unless he's dominating the Brewers, which he has done plenty of times in his career. I also admire pitchers who can come back from Tommy John surgery and be just as good, or better, than they were before the surgery.
Joe Mauer
I'm not sure how many Brewers fans have an extreme dislike for Mauer, considering the Brewers only play 2 series again the Twins per year, but he always seems to find a way to dominate the Brewers when we do play them. Only three times in his 9 year major league career has he finished with a batting average below .300. And in these three seasons, he still managed to finish .294, .293 and .287. He has also finished with an OBP of .400 or better in five of his nine major league seasons. In the other four, he finished with OBPs of .369, .372, .382 and .360. In 2009, he won the AL MVP. He has also won three batting titles and is the only catcher to have ever won three batting titles in the history of Major League Baseball. On top of that, he has three gold glove awards at the catcher position. Pretty impressive.


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LOCPORT, NY - Now that a formal disaster declaration has been signed by President Obama for the State of New York in the wake of destructive flooding in late June, the Mayor of Lockport is still assessing how it might help his community which was hard hit.
Mayor Michael Tucker says the city suffered about a million dollars in damage to its streets and wastewater treatment plant which have since been repaired.
He does not know exactly how much the city government will get under this declaration, which is strictly for government costs. But he is still pressing with local lawmakers and U.S. Senator Charles Schumer for government assistance for numerous homeowners who had major damage to basements with flooding, even though FEMA does not normally cover basement damage.
Mayor Tucker said he was "still waiting to hear about the individual assessments for the residents. In our city, that's where most of the damage was. The conversation I had with Senator Schumer's office last night was that (that) decision was probably 10 to 14 days away."
Tucker says people should document their losses with the flooding.
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10 Best JuicersLast Updated:
Juicers can be broken down into three categories: citrus juicers, masticating juicers, and centrifugal juicers or sometimes simply refered to as all-purpose juicers. Citrus juicers use a reamer to press the juice and pulp out of oranges, lemons, limes, etc. Masticating juicers use a single or twin gear system to squeeze the juice out. These are especially useful for leafy greens. The all-purpose juicers use a swirling blade to chop the fruits or vegetables then a centrifugal operation, or in simpler terms, spun to seperate the juice from pulp.
Some of the important features most users look for include the ability to extract the juice, ease of use especially how easy is it to clean and are the parts dishwasher-safe, a wide feeder chute, and durabilty/warranty.
The following is our top 10 consumer juicers reviewed. If you need more information before making a purchase check out our Juicer Buying Guide.
Breville Juice Fountain Duo BJE820XL
Type: Centrifugal; Motor: 1200 watt
Simply put this highest Amazon user rated juicer is the best all-purpose juicer you can buy without spending thousands of dollars. But it will still set you back $400 and there are cheaper models whose performance is not too much lower than this one. One big advantage is in its variable speed capability.
Omega J8004 Nutrition Center Commercial Masticating Juicer
Type: Masticating; Motor: 150 watt
The Omega J8004 is our choice for the #1 masticating juicer. It is the highest rated of its class on Amazon. This version is nearly identical to the J8006, except for the color and it is $40 cheaper.
Breville Juice Fountain Elite 800JEXL
Type: Centrifugal; Motor: 1000 watt
The Breville 800JEXL is the next step down in Breville's offerings from the BJE820XL, but it still packs a punch with its 1000 watt motor and costs $100 less. It only has 2 speed settings compared to 5 however.
Breville Juice Fountain Multi-Speed BJE510XL
Type: Centrifugal; Motor: 900 watt
Easy set-up and clean-up highlight the Breville BJE510XL. This is a really good balance between price and performance. At $200 it is $100 less than the more powerful 800JEXL. For the average user there is no need to step up to one of the top-of-the-line Breville models. One advantage is its variable speeds which maximize yield across variety of fruits.
One slight negative is that the yield of juice extracted from this appliance is only average, not great.
Omega J8006 Nutrition Center Commercial Masticating Juicer
Type: Masticating; Motor: 150 watt
Virtually identical to the J8004 model, the Omega J8006 is silver in color and costs about $40 more. We only recommend this one if it goes with your kitchen décor otherwise stick with the J8006 since it is cheaper.
Breville Juice Fountain Plus JE98XL
Type: Centrifugal; Motor: 850 watt
Getting towards the bottom end of Breville's lineup of juicers, the JE98XL still performs quite well for its price. It is a solid entry level juicer with dual speeds.
Breville Juice Fountain Compact BJE200XL
Type: Centrifugal; Motor: 700 watt
This is our choice for Best Juicer under $100. One nice attribute is its compact design which takes up less space. We think it is a real bargain and user on Amazon agree giving it a 4.4 overall rating.
Hamilton Beach Big Mouth Pro Juice Extractor 67650
Type: Centrifugal; Motor: 800 watt
One leading consumer group named the Hamilton Beach 67650 as a Best Buy. For the price we think it is a solid buy as well, but it is not in the same range as the Breville models.
Hamilton Beach Big Mouth Juice Extractor 67601
Type: Centrifugal; Motor: 800 watt
The Hamilton Beach 67601 is even cheaper than the 67650, and users on Amazon actually have rated it higher. If budget is your primary concern in a juicer, we suggest you start your search with this one.
Black & Decker CitrusMate Plus CJ625
Type: Citrus Juicer; Motor: 30 watt
If all you want a juicer for is to make some fresh orange juice, then this is the perfect model for you. We rate it as our best value in citrus juicers as it costs less than $20.
Juicer Buying Guide
Before you purchase a juicer you should remember to consider these important attributes:
Type – Which style of operation you want in your juicer depends on the produce you plan to use in it. If you are juicing wheatgrass or other fibrous greens then go with a masticating juicer. If you primarily will be using fruits and some vegetables then go with a centrifugal juice extractor.
Feeder Chute – You can only fit produce that is as wide as the feeder into the juicer. So a wider feeder chute will result in less chopping and dicing ahead of time.
Clean-Up – Juicers are extemely messy inside. Find a model that users say is easy to clean and just as important that uses parts that are dishwasher safe.
Speeds – Multiple speeds on a centrifugal model make it easier to get the desired result on a vareity of produce. An extra slow speed can help with greens on this type of unit as well.
Motor – All of these appliances rely on a motor to work. The best have over 900 or even 1000 watts of power, meanwhile average models have about 700-800 watts. Masticating versions will have a motor with less power – around 150 watts.
Size – People are often shocked how large some juicers are. So know how much space you have where you want to store it.
Noise – The centrifugal juice extractors are often quite noisy. Look for a quiet model if this is an issue for you.
Time – How much time do you have to juice? Masticating juicers take much longer to work than centrifugal models. If you are in a rush go with a centrifugal version.
Pulp – Do you like a lot of pulp in your orange juice? If so look for a citrus juicer with a filter or pulp regulator that lets you control the amount of pulp that ends up in the juice.
Heat – The centrifugal juicers often produce a lot of heat while in use. For some users this is problem. If you want low heat go with a masticating version.


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Marc Levy is deputy director of CIESIN. He is a political scientist specializing in the human dimensions of global environmental change. His primary research areas are environmental security, sustainability metrics, global environmental governance and coupled human-natural system dynamics. He has over 50 peer-reviewed publications and two co-edited books. His research has been supported by a number of agencies, including the National Science Foundation, U.S. Agency for International Development, National Institutes for Health, National Intelligence Council, National Aeronautic and Space Administration, UN Environment Programme, UN Development Programme, and the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis. He has served as lead project scientist of the Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center since 1998.
He is frequently called on for advisory and assessment processes. He has served on four committees of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences and was a Lead Author on the Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change Fifth Assessment, Working Group II chapter on human security. He was a Coordinating Lead Author for the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment's chapter on human well-being, the UN Environment Programs Third Global Environmental Outlook chapter on policy responses and the Fourth Global Environmental Outlook chapter on drivers. He has served on the Political Instability Task Force since 1996.
He is chair of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Agenda Council on Measuring Sustainability. He has co-led, with Daniel Esty, production of the Environmental Sustainability Index and Environmental Performance Index, which have been released regularly at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland since 1999. He also serves on the high-level advisory board on Sustainability and Competitiveness of the WEF.
Levy is an adjunct professor in Columbia's School of International and Public Affairs, where he teaches graduate courses on environment-security linkages. He also co-directs a program on Environment, Peace and Security and Columbia School of Continuing Education.
Neil Adger, Juan Pulhin, Jon Barnett, Geoff Dabelko, Grete K. Hovelsrud, Marc A. Levy, Úrsula Oswald-Spring, Coleen Vogel, "Human Security," Chapter 12 in Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Working Group II, 2014.
Bas van Ruijven, Marc Levy; Arun Agrawal; Frank Biermann; Joern Birkmann; Timothy R. Carter; Kristie L Ebi; Matthias Garschagen; Bryan Jones; Roger Jones; Eric Kemp-Benedict; Marcel Kok; Kasper Kok; Maria Carmen Lemos; Paul L Lucas; Ben Orlove; Shonali Pachauri; Tom Parris; Anand Patwardhan; Arthur Petersen; Benjamin L. Preston; Jesse Ribot; Dale S Rothman; Vanessa J Schweizer, "Enhancing the relevance of new scenarios for climate change impacts, adaptation and vulnerability research," Climatic Change (2014) 122:481–494 DOI 10.1007/s10584-013-0931-0.
T. Mitchell Aide, Matthew L. Clark, H. Ricardo Grau, David López-Carr, Marc A. Levy, Daniel Redo, Martha Bonilla-Moheno, George Riner, María J. Andrade-Núñez and María Muñiz, "Deforestation and Reforestation of Latin America and the Caribbean (2001–2010)" Biotropica (2012).
Marc A. Levy et al., "Drivers of Global Environmental Change," chapter 1 in Global Environmental Outlook 5, UN Environment Program, 2012. Jason Jabbour, Fatoumata Keita-Ouane, Carol Hunsberger, Roberto Sánchez-Rodríguez, Peter Gilruth, Neeyati Patel, Ashbindu Singh, Marc A. Levy, Stefan Schwarzer, "Internationally agreed environmental goals: A critical evaluation of progress" Environmental Development 3 (July 2012) 5-24.
Jones, Kate, Nikki Patel, Marc A. Levy, John Gittelman, Deborah Balk, Adam Storeygard and Peter Daszak, "Global Trends in Emerging Infectious Diseases," Nature 451 21 February 2008, 990-994.
Marc A. Levy, Suresh Babu, and Kirk Hamilton, "Ecosystem Conditions and Human Well Being," Chapter 5 in Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, Current State and Trend, Island Press, 2005.
Marc A. Levy, Oran Young and Michael Zürn, "The Study of International Regimes," European Journal of International Relations 1,3 (Fall 1995), 267-330.
Robert O. Keohane and Marc A. Levy, eds., Institutions for Environmental Aid: Pitfalls and Promises, (MIT Press, 1996).
Peter M. Haas, Robert O. Keohane and Marc A. Levy, eds., Institutions for the Earth: Sources of Effective International Environmental Protection (MIT Press, 1993).
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Gaited, you promised Krispy Cremes! I've only got a 4 cup maker so first come, first serve. Had some fresh fruit, but the girls ate it all last night. You'll have to settle for Froot Loops and oatmeal.
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The following is from the Nov. 1 City Council meeting. All council members were present.
Terrace Way parking restrictions approved, 4-0
Parking restrictions proposed by Terrace Way residents to improve emergency vehicle accessibility were approved.
The City Council approved a proposal by residents to restrict parking at "choke points" on Terrace Way, which includes an estimated 14 spaces compared with the 67 spaces that would have been eliminated under the Parking, Traffic and Circulation Committee's recommendations, supported by city staff.
"The neighborhood plan is not ideal for safety standards, but it is better that the current situation," said Steve May, public works director.
Terrace Way resident Donna Moore said the neighborhood is concerned about safety, but asked the council to give the residents' recommendation a try.
"If that doesn't work, take additional steps," Moore said.
Staff recommended eliminating all parking on the southeastern side of the street, which would leave a clear driving path of 16 feet — still less than the 20-foot minimum in the city's fire code.
Councilman Kelly Boyd was required to recuse himself because he lives within 500 feet of the area.
Renter notification of proposed projects, 4-1
The council gave preliminary approval to a proposal to require notification of renters within 100 feet of a proposed project, in spite of the Planning Commission's 3-2 vote against the change.
"It just adds another layer of bureaucracy and makes projects cost more," said resident Tom Slattery.
Mayor Toni Iseman voted no because she wants renters within 300 feet of projects to be notified.
The change in the notification requires amendments to the city's zoning code and Local Coastal Plan.
A second reading of the amendments will be held before adoption.
Planning Commission to review preservation incentives, 5-0
The council directed the Planning Commission to analyze and make recommendations on preservation incentives for 50-plus cottages and homes of less than 1,200 square feet on lots no larger than 5,000 square feet.